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Double county gold for Perth Blue Devils Laurie Weir

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It was a chorus of “Our house” that rang through the gymnasium Feb. 18 as the Perth and District Collegiate Institute Blue Devils claimed not one, but two Lanark County volleyball championships in their home gym.

The senior girls were on the court first, up against their rivals, the Bears from Carleton Place High School.

It looked easy as the Blue Devils won three straight sets for the championship, but it wasn’t as easy as the 26-24, 25-14, 25-14 scores would indicate.

“This was a more difficult one,” said Perth coach Leanne Watt. “Carleton Place was very tough with us all year. We split with them through the regular season.

They’re a very strong team… very athletic.”

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The Perth and District Collegiate Institute junior and senior Blue Devils captured their respective volleyball titles for Lanark County on Feb. 18 in front of a hometown crowd. Here the junior coach Sarah Cordick congratulates her girls on a job well done.

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Some of the 20 registered and trained volunteers, above, are ready to begin assisting Lanark County residents at Lanark Community Programs’ free community volunteer income tax program clinics this tax season. Clinics have been set up in Pakenham, Almonte, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth and Lanark and there are also several drop-off locations available.

Free community volunteer income tax program clinics now up and running in Lanark County Do you struggle with doing your income tax? Would you like help in filing your tax return?

Lanark Community Programs, in partnership with Canada Revenue Agency, are running a free income tax program throughout Lanark County again this year. Members of the community, who have a modest income, can have their income tax returns prepared and filed by one of our 20 registered, trained and enthusiastic volunteers.

There will be 13 clinics running this year, an increase from last year.

Clinics are being held in Pakenham, Almonte, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth and Lanark. Community members can drop in to one of the clinics listed below to have their taxes done while they wait, or if they prefer they can drop off their income tax papers for a volunteer to complete at a drop off location also listed below.

Filing income tax is essential in order to receive benefits such as GST/HST credits, Child Tax Benefit, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Working Income Tax Benefit and Provincial Benefits (Trillium).

This year proof of ID is required.

You should also bring tax slips for all income (such as T4, T4A, T5007) tax slips for deductions (such as Children’s Fitness, T2202A, medical or donation slips), property tax or rent costs, dates of birth for dependents and Notice of Assessment from previous year.

Please note if you are bringing in someone else’s income tax papers to complete, including your spouse or dependent, you must have their written permission for both clinics and drop off locations.

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Clinic, drop-off locations • Pakenham (clinic): Community Home Support at 178 Five Arches Street, on Saturdays, March 12 to April 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Almonte (clinic): Community Home Support at 37 Industrial Street, on Fridays, March 4, 11, 18, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Almonte (clinic): Mills Community Support at 375 Country Street, on Wednesdays, March 9, 23 and April 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Almonte (drop-off): Mills Community Support at 37 Industrial Street between March and April, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Carleton Place (clinic): Community Support at 390 Flora Street, on Mondays, March 14, 21, April 11 and 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.

• Carleton Place (clinic): Lanark Community Programs at 30 Bennett Street, on Thursdays, March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Carleton Place (drop-off): Lanark Community Programs at 30 Bennett Street, year-round, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Smiths Falls (clinic): The Salvation Army at 251 Brockville Street, on Mondays, March 7, 14, 21, April 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 9 a.m. to noon.

• Smiths Falls (clinic): The Salvation Army at 251 Brockville Street, on Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 1 to 4 p.m.

• Smiths Falls (clinic): Rainbow House at 42C Empress Street, on Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 9 a.m. to noon (9 to 11 a.m. on April 5 and 12).

• Smiths Falls (clinic): Community Health Centre at 2 Gould Street, on Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Smiths Falls (clinic): onTRAC at 52 Abbott Street, on Mondays, March 7, 14, 21, April 4, 11 and 18 from 1 to 3 p.m.

• Smiths Falls (drop-off): The Salvation Army at 251 Brockville Street between March and April, Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Perth (clinic): Perth & District Union Library at 30 Herriot Street, on Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 6 to 8 p.m.

• Perth (clinic): Perth & District Union Library at 30 Herriot Street, on Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19, April 2, 9 and 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

• Perth (clinic): The Salvation Army at 95 Wilson Street, on Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 1 to 4 p.m.

• Perth (clinic): The Table at 190 Gore Street East, on Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 3).

• Perth (drop-off): Perth & District Union Library at 30 Herriot Street, year-round during regular hours.

• Lanark (clinic): Community Health Centre at 207 Robertson Drive, on Mondays, March 7, 21, April 4 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Lanark (drop-off): Community Health Centre at 207 Robertson Drive, year-round, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Regional club seeks to spread the word on European ice stock sport times called Bavarian curling, is the lesser-known cousin of curling, but groups like the Move over curling, ice stock Kingston and Area Ice Stock (or eisstock) is making a resur- Club are trying to change that. gence.

The club, boasting 54 members The European sport, some- from across the region (one of

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the largest in eastern Ontario), were at Skate the Lake in Portland back in January, demonstrating their love of the sport.

According to Karl Hammer Sr., ice stock can be traced back to his family’s Austrian roots,

where ice stocks with 30-centimetre handles are thrown along an ice surface towards an intended target. Plates can be interchanged on the bottom of the stocks to increase or decrease speed.

He explained that the game “was played with wooden stocks 50 years ago and we have gotten more and more refined now so the handles are now becoming plastic, fiberglass and even metal.” Hammer Sr., who

was at the event with his sons Karl Jr. and Chris, as well as daughter Tasha Vankoughnett, showed off one of his older wooden stocks. “Originally, See ICE STOCK page 4

Some members of the Kingston and Area Ice Stock Club were at Skate the Lake in Portland recently, demonstrating the Austrian-German sport of ice stock. Far left, from left: Chris Hammer, Karl Hammer Jr., Tasha Vankoughnett and Karl Hammer Sr. Left, Vankoughnett who is participating in the World Championships of Ice Stock in Ritten, Italy, throws a stock down ice.

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(ice stock) started with just oak or hardwood and you had to throw to the speed of the ice and the speed of the wood,” he said. The advancement of the plates allows players to control the speed.

“Wood slides on ice like a sleigh on snow,” added Chris, who detailed how his Austrian-born father and German mother immigrated to the Kingston area in the 1960s “... and started a European culture in Kingston.” Part of that culture was the creation of the Kingston and Area Ice Stock Club, which was established in 1981, but fizzled out in 1994 when “the culture and the folklore just slowed down.”

In 2013, Karl Jr. resurrected the club which has been growing steadily ever since.

“We’re the biggest club in Canada right now with 54 members, so for us to be playing right now with this many members, we’re a powerhouse,” Chris remarked, adding that the sport remains popular in places such as Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge and Barrie.

The ease of the sport adds to its appeal and it can be played by young and old.

“It’s here, it’s in Canada. We want to grow it and make it a real sport like it was,” Chris commented.

“Family come out and have fun.

Any kid or person can play. The bonding that we have, the culture, everyone comes together and has a good time.”

“People come try it once and they’re hooked,” he added. “...It’s all about making connections.”

And it isn’t just played in the winter. When the ice melts, the club plays in Harrowsmith at the Frontenac tennis courts. “Stock sport in the summer, we call it, because it’s not actually on ice,” Chris noted.

Ice stock was a demonstration sport in the Winter Olympic Games in 1936 (Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Bavaria, Germany) and 1964 (Innsbruck, Austria) and Chris hopes it will find its way back again. “We’re really just trying to grow the sport and hopefully make it into the

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Chris Hammer of the Kingston and Area Ice Stock Club prepares to throw a stock during a demonstration at Skate the Lake in Portland in January. The club, which boasts 54 members, was raising awareness of the sport of ice stock, which has similarities to curling. Above right, a game of ice stock is played.

Olympics with the rest of the World Ice Stock,” he said.

Vankoughnett is currently helping further the sport, participating in the World Championship of Ice Stock’s “B” division in Ritten, Italy Feb. 17 to 28.

“If there was ice stock in the Olympics, this would be it...this is

big for her and this is big for us, to send somebody from Kingston,” Chris said. ‘It’s a once in a lifetime experience for her.”

To find out more about the Kingston and Area Ice Stock Club, visit them online at http://kingstoneisstock.webs.com or search for them on Facebook.

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Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa is broadening its horizons into Lanark County, with chapter plans in the works for Carleton Place and Perth.

The organization’s CEO, Alexis Ashworth, spoke to Lanark County’s community services committee about creating regional presence through chapter development at its Feb. 10 meeting.

To support the venture, the committee endorsed offering $20,000 home ownership forgivable loans for the Carleton Place and Perth builds planned by Habitat for Humanity this year, which was formally passed at the Feb. 17 meeting of county council.

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa is about breaking the cycle of poverty and giving low-income working families an opportunity to own a home.

Ashworth noted this is done through “mobilizing volunteers and community partners in building affordable housing.” Established in 1976 in Georgia, since that time Habitat for Humanity has built more than 600,000 homes housing more than three million people.

Ashworth said the organization has been in Canada since 1985 and formed in Greater Ottawa in 1993.

“We’ve built 52 homes in the Ottawa area and are finishing up our current four projects right now,” she explained. “We’ve recently expanded our area to include all of Lanark County, which we’re very excited about.”

She noted four homes in Orleans are about to be completed and the organization has acquired more land in Orleans to take on a 16home condominium project in the future.

“We will also build a home in Carleton Place this summer and a home in Perth in September, in partnership with Algonquin College,” Ashworth said.

To support Habitat for

Humanity projects, there are two ReStores in the Ottawa area (as well as others in Kemptville and Brockville, run by another branch). The ReStore offers new and gently-used renovation supplies donated by homeowners and businesses that are deeply discounted.

In explaining how Habitat for Humanity works, Ashworth said it is geared to low-income working families with a combined income of $39,000 to $59,000 a year.

“We don’t work with the homeless, this is specifically for families who can’t apply for a mortgage and want to break that cycle of renting,” she explained.

Families can apply and will go through a selection process. Interest-free mortgages are provided at 25 per cent of the family’s gross income. As a condition of being selected, the families will be directly involved in the building of their new home, through volunteer hours.

“For me, the real benefit is the children and the generations that follow,” Ashworth said of the program. “The children are healthier, go on to higher education and own homes themselves, so Habitat is truly breaking the cycle of poverty.”

Chapter development Due to strong community interest in Habitat for Humanity, Ashworth said work has begun on creating chapters in Carleton Place and Perth, which will operate separately, but under the umbrella of the Greater Ottawa organization.

“With chapters, it’s an opportunity for people to work directly in their community with Habitat,” she stated.

“It’s a lot of fun to come out to a build site. The chapters get to do all the fun work, such as working with the family and helping build the home.”

They are also involved in fundraising for the venture, land acquisition and volunteer recruitment.

“Join a chapter and help us find potential families,”

Ashworth remarked.

She spoke about the unique partnership taking place in Perth with Algonquin College. “Students will build the home from September to April and the chapter will then take over the home and complete anything needed. We’re hoping that (partnership) will continue,” Ashworth commented.

The future is already looking bright for families in Lanark County, Ashworth said, as Habitat for Humanity is hoping to build five homes over the next three years in Perth and Carleton Place. “There is a need here for affordable housing. Approximately 10 per cent of the county faced difficulty in finding housing,” she noted, quoting 2012 statistics.

Ashworth said she was approaching Lanark County council in hopes of forming a partnership. “We’d love for you to recommend that (residents) contact Habitat,” she said.

Coun. Louis Antonakos had nothing but good things to say about the Habitat for Humanity organization.

“They are a fantastic group to work with…congratulations and thanks for including Carleton Place in your work,” he said.

“I know Algonquin College travels beyond the boundaries of the Perth campus to do restoration across the county, so they’re a good resource,” added Coun. John Fenik, who also chairs the community services committee.

As deputy reeve of Beckwith, Coun. Sharon Mousseau wondered if Habitat for Humanity would consider a build in a rural area.

“For the next two years, our hands are full with Perth and Carleton Place, getting their builds underway, but then in the future we can certainly look elsewhere,” Ashworth stated.

Fenik said there could be opportunity for “non-traditional” housing for youth and seniors, rather than the usual single-family home.

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that for sure,” Ashworth answered. “In my opinion, the model most benefits children and the criteria is families with children. If there was a townhouse where some of the units were designated for seniors, it may work.

We have to go where the need is.”

Coun. Jane Torrance praised the program, which built a home for a family in Almonte 10 to 15 years ago.

“That family is such good residents of the town and to this day still support Habitat…it’s so great to see how committed volunteers make a difference,” she remarked.

Coun. Brian Campbell asked how a community would partner with the organization. “What opportuni-

ties are available?” he questioned.

“It happens in two ways,” answered Ashworth. “Sometimes we go into a community and say we want to start a chapter there or people come to us…as long as it’s (project) in our area and there’s a need there, we’re happy to work with people.”

“The real key is you need a strong community…and people who can fundraise and help find land and select families.”

In discussion following Ashworth’s presentation, the county’s social housing manager Sandy Grey, proposed offering a home ownership forgivable loan, using funds from the 2015/2016 Investment in Affordable Housing

Home Ownership funding to support the Habitat for Humanity projects in Carleton Place.

“We could use $20,000 from that funding, which expires in March,” Grey said.

Similarly, $20,000 from the 2016/2017 allocation, which begins in April, would go towards the Perth build.

The loan amount would be registered on the title of the home and be the homeowner’s responsibility. “The first mortgage would be with Habitat for Humanity and the second mortgage is forgivable after 20 years with the county,” Grey explained.

“It is forgiven if they stay in the home for 20 years.”

It was endorsed unanimously by council members.

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Official launch of Beatles book set for March 12 in Smiths Falls While the Station Theatre’s Music Series usually features live performances, the popular arts and culture venue is making an exception Saturday, March 12 to host the official launch of Piers Hemmingsen’s, The Beatles in Canada: The Originals of Beatlemania! book.

Smiths Falls was the origin of Beatles music in North America. Their records were produced and shipped from the RCA Victor plant in town. This historical link has made possible a very special evening March 12 at 7 p.m. to support the Smiths Falls Public Library with guest emcee Dennis Staples.

The evening will include the official premiere book launch presentation by Hemmingsen, as well as stories of the glory days by former RCA Victor Smiths Falls personnel. Beatles Fan Club founder Trudy Medcalf will dish on meeting The Beatles in 1964 and legendary photographer Lynn Ball will speak about photographing the band in 1964 and 1965.

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The book launch for The Beatles in Canada: The Origins of Beatlemania! will take place Saturday, March 12 at 7 p.m. at the Station Theatre. Written by Piers Hemmingsen, above, he calls Smiths Falls the birthplace of The Beatles music in North America due to the former RCA Victor plant.

Hemmingsen is shown during a pre-launch for the book at the Kinsmen Pavilion in Smiths Falls on Nov. 12. Left, Trudy Medcalf, the president of the largest North American fan club for The Beatles, will speak at the launch.

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from Miami, via a short stop in New York. That’s the day before their third appearance on the Sullivan show.

Little rest Life for the Beatles at that time was frantic and there was little time for rest. The same day as the taped Sullivan appearance they were at the ABC (Associated British Corporation) Teddington Studio Centre, in the London borough of Kingston-UponThames, taping their second appearance on the former English TV variety series Big Night Out. They appeared in comedy segments as well as miming (lip synching) six songs.

The Beatles were once asked what their favourite TV appearance was. In unison they replied, “Morecambe and Wise.” That too was a British comedy-variety series hosted by the late comedians Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. The show was actually called Two of a Kind at the time the Beatles appeared on Dec. 2, 1963. Excerpts from that show can be found on the Beatles Anthology compilation CD released in 1995.

I love trivia and especially 1960s musical trivia which is one reason I faithfully listen to satellite radio DJs Phlash Phelps, based in Washington D.C. and Pat St. John in San Diego, California.

I grew up in the `60s, hence my lifelong interest in the music of that era and especially the bands involved in the socalled “British Invasion” led

Stint at CKLW Kathy and I both have family in Detroit and southern Michigan and we know the state well. The first time I heard Pat St. John was when I lived and worked in southwestern Ontario in the early 1970s. We always listened to CKLW radio in Windsor where he was the overnight DJ at the time. CKLW, a Canadian radio station, was once the second biggest rock station in North America. So his stories about life in Detroit/Windsor in the 1970s is another reason I’m hooked on his current show.

Of course I don’t have to depend on radio for 1960s music. I have my own collection and now that vinyl is back I have even blown the dust off our old turntable and cranked it up again. Very timely as Kathy was eyeing my record collection in hopes of shifting it – permanently!

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by the Beatles. Other English rock and roll bands that made a big splash on this side of the pond include the Dave Clark Five, the Rolling Stones, the Animals, Jerry and the Pacemakers, the Kinks, the Hollies, Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas, Herman’s Hermits and many others.

Of those acts, the only ones I saw in person were Jerry and the Pacemakers and Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas. They appeared on the same bill at a show in the old Ottawa Auditorium, at Argyle and O’Connor Streets, later the site of the YMCAYWCA. I can’t recall the year exactly, but it was probably 1965?

Both those bands were managed by Brian Epstein, the man who guided the Beatles to such starry heights. He died in August 1967 of an accidental overdose at the tender age of 32.

As mentioned it’s not only the `60s music but the musical trivia that has me hooked on satellite radio. Personalities such as Phelps, St. John and Cousin Brucie (real name Bruce Morrow) dish up enough tasty tidbits to keep any fan happy. On Saturday Peter Noone (Herman from the Hermits) does a late afternoon stint which is outstanding. Noone, who now resides in Santa Barbara, California, offers an insider’s view of the music scene in England in the `50s, `60s and `70s.

As regular readers know I also enjoy travel. So to me Phelps’ show is extra special because of his incredible knowledge of geography and places on this continent. During his off time the long-time DJ drives tens of thousands of miles. There doesn’t seem to be a single nook or cranny in the U.S. or Canada that

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Two weeks ago Mother Nature demonstrated she isn’t done with us this winter, sending an icy blast from the far north sweeping across Lanark County and eastern Ontario. Last week we received the follow-up. The biggest one-day snowfall on record!

I’m not among the daily commuter army from Carleton Place.

Never have been and on days like Feb. 11 and Feb. 16 I’m glad of it, believe me.

I do get out and about regularly and when I am in the car I’m thankful we subscribe to satellite radio.

For me there is nothing that helps pass a miserable winter day better than listening to the DJs on the `60s channel in particular. The musical nostalgia, current stories and trivia they spin, along with songs you will never hear on any other radio station, are excellent. To top it off there are no commercials.

Speaking of commercials, I studiously avoid free advertising in my column. However, in this case the satellite radio folks don’t need my support. The system I listen to already has more than 20 million subscribers across North America.

I’m a huge Beatles fan and there is a steady diet of their unparalleled music on the `60s channel. Kathleen and I listen faithfully.

February is the month the Beatles conquered this continent in 1964.

That’s 52 years ago this month. For three consecutive Sunday nights, beginning on Feb. 9, the four lads from Liverpool wowed ever-growing television audiences on the then popular Ed Sullivan Show.

In truth the Beatles only appeared live on the Sullivan show twice during their first visit to the United States. The initial appearance was broadcast live from CBS Studio 50 in New York City on the night of Feb. 9. I was among the millions watching that performance on TV. I was absolutely enthralled!

Their second Sullivan appearance on Sunday, Feb. 16 was aired from Miami Beach. The band almost didn’t make it onstage in time because a crush of fans blocked their way. A flying wedge of police officers opened a gap which allowed them to get to their instruments and start playing.

The group’s third appearance on Feb. 23 was actually videotaped in New York earlier on the same day as their first live Sullivan show (Feb. 9).

British author Mark Lewisohn is regarded as one of the foremost authorities on the Beatles. In his 1992 book ‘The Complete Beatles Chronicle’, Lewisohn provides an almost daily account of the group’s history from their roots in the late 1950s through to their break-up in 1970. He notes that the band arrived at London Airport (now Heathrow) at 8:10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, 1964 following a flight

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he winter storm that dumped onto our region a pile of snow accompanied by ice pellets, freezing rain and rain last Tuesday served as a reminder that there are many people who are considerate and are willing to pitch in to assist those who need help in the face of adversity.

There were the selfless acts of those who helped dig out someone from his or her home or who pushed a vehicle that got stuck in the wintry mix that made driving and walking very difficult on Tuesday and again on Wednesday. We know there were at least a few youths who spent part of their snow days pitching in to assist folks in their neighbourhood.

Of course, we also saw a few examples of less than courteous behaviour – for example, leaving a parked vehicle in a bad spot that made it difficult for a plow operator to do his or her job and affecting other users of the parking lot or

street. There was also that mad dash to snag that last cleared parking space to which someone else was entitled.

We want to acknowledge the positive efforts of the people who had their own weather-related challenges with which to deal just like the rest of us but who opted to offer their time and energy to make someone else’s bad day at least a bit less stressful. Good job!

And to those drivers who still aren’t getting the message about clearing snow and ice from their windows, hoods and roofs, we are encouraged by the recent upswing in police-initiated reminders and warnings about the risks associated with obstructed driving. If the prospect of putting yourself as well as other motorists as well as pedestrians at greater risk isn’t enough to get you to consider modifying your behaviour, then maybe getting ticketed and having to pay a fine will convince you to take an extra minute or two and brush, scrape or defrost.

Father’s stocking stretchers helped with Emerson’s target practice They hung from a nail on the doorframe just beside the Findlay Oval. They were much larger than work socks, but were the same shape, made of thin wood and with two perfectly round holes in the centre.

Worn smooth from many years of usage, Father said his greatgrandfather had made them, and they came from Germany with the few belongings they brought when they arrived in Canada. I knew them only as stocking stretchers.

Father’s work socks came in a bundle from Briscoe’s General Store and every once in a while, Mother would have to take one or two, after washing, worn beyond wear, and chuck them into the rag bag. Eventually, they would end up in a braided rug.

The socks were made of

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I was fascinated with these couldn’t bear to even look at shooting the .22 was a regular would be a perfect target. He wood frames and once tried to them, circled with boiled pota- exercise for the brothers. And figured if you could practice force a pair of my hateful beige toes, carrots and onions! so one day Emerson decided cotton stockings onto them, See MARY page 9 At any rate, practicing the wood stocking stretchers hoping beyond hope they would stretch beyond repair.

But Mother caught me in the act and grabbed the stockings before I did them irreparable damage.

Emerson was fascinated with the stocking stretchers, but not for the purpose for DEAR EDITOR: steadily rising in our atmosphere, or that 97 which they were intended...he I agree that there may never be consensus per cent of the world's top government sciensaw another use for them. The when it comes to global warming, but not be- tists agree that climate change is not only real brothers had a .22 with which cause differing sides are ideologically opposed, but caused mainly by our addiction to burning they went on murderous hunt- as the conflict is described in this newspaper’s fossil fuels and from massive deforestation. ing missions for rabbits. I spent recent editorial Feb.11: "Why the change".

These are painfully inconvenient truths, and many hours praying the rabbits It is most certainly not a matter of belief whether we simply have the courage to face up would outsmart them, but alas, or ideology that the polar ice caps are rapidly to them or not, is now our basic problem and one or two would eventually melting and sea levels rising, that despite cold on-going challenge. end up on our supper table. I snaps our planet has been experiencing succesIt's been observed that old age is not for was grateful Mother let me by- sive years of record-breaking heat in general, pass the platter and have a cou- that carbon dioxide and methane levels are See LETTER page 9 ple hard-boiled eggs instead. I

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wool and Father would wear the same pair for a solid week, and by the time Monday wash day rolled around, my sister Audrey would say “Father’s socks could stand up on their own.”

They would be washed with what Mother called the ‘dark clothes’ and then the socks would be worked onto the wood frames and hung to dry beside the stove. Mother said if she didn’t use the frames, the stockings would shrink to the size of a pair of babies booties!

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Feed the Fight benefits Last call for Royal Canadian Legion provincial bursary applications Interval House March 3 The Stone Cellar in Perth is asking Lanark County to help Feed the Fight to end violence against women in their upcoming fundraiser Thursday, March 3.

The dinner, which will benefit Lanark County Interval House, feature a choice of three gourmet meals featuring celebrity servers, a 50/50 draw and prizes, including gift cards from local businesses (Perth Brewery,

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by putting a bullet through one of the two holes in the wood frames, you would become a better shot. Of course, he had to sneak out the stretchers when Mother wasn’t looking, and so one Saturday I noticed they were gone from the nail behind the Findlay Oval.

I watched from the kitchen window as Emerson propped the stretchers on a fence post, tying them securely with a piece of binder-twine. Then he stepped back many paces, put the gun to his shoulder and let fly! He missed by a country mile. He took another aim, I saw the stretcher shake and knew Emerson had made a hit.

He slapped his leg. He let go another few shots, but only a few more hit the target. Why the shots didn’t rip the stretchers clear off the post is beyond me.

At any rate, Emerson was satisfied, and he plowed through the snow, untied them, and walked back in the house, making sure Mother wasn’t around and hung them back on the nail behind the stove.

It was most unfortunate for Emerson Mother had a

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It will take place at the Stone Cellar, located at 71 Gore Street East in Perth.

Seating is set for 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $40 and available at the Stone Cellar restaurant and online at lcih.org.

Proceeds will go to support Lanark County Interval House programs and services for women and children.

Applications for the Royal Canadian Legion Provincial Bursary Program are still being accepted. As you will note below, the deadline is fast approaching.

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And it didn’t take her all day to figure out how they got there! Brothers Earl and Everett were much too meek to pull a trick like that!

Well! Emerson was dealt with in the usual fashion, a few cuffs on the ear and sent to bed without his supper. The stretchers were far from ruined, but in due course a new pair of stocking forms appeared beside the mutilated ones.

These came from Scott’s hardware and were molded from steel into the shape of a pair of stockings. I would sit and look at the new stretchers and I knew without a doubt, as I saw him look at them and even taking to his notepads to draw out plans, Emerson would be thinking up another use for the forms, other than keeping Father’s wool socks from shrinking.

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Lanark County Housing Corporation considering re-development of Carleton Place site ents the perfect match to meet this objective.

As part of this process LCHC hopes to develop new affordable housing that is environmentally sustainable and economical to operate through energy efficient design, another priority objective from the blueprint.

Currently, LCHC is in the preliminary stages of a feasibility study for the site to examine its potential for increasing the number of housing units. The study includes soils and environmental studies, an updated property survey, building condition assessments, and a massing study.

The outcome of the feasibility study will determine the potential for moving forward with a redevelopment project. Final approvals will come later in the process, after a series of meetings with Town of Carleton Place planners and Lanark County Council for approvals for the project to proceed.

LCHC recently held an information meeting with tenants living in the existing units, to inform and engage them on the potential redevelopment.

If and when the redevelopment project receives approval some existing tenants may need to be relocated, until the project is finished and they can return to their new homes. A process will be developed by LCHC to manage any relocation with minimal disruption to the existing tenants if the redevelopment proceeds. LCHC’s plan includes the existing tenants’ right to maintain the first right of refusal on a new unit in the redeveloped JEP project.

LCHC will schedule another collaboration meeting with tenants after the feasibility study has been completed and more information is available to determine the potential outcome for the redevelopment, On approval for the project to proceed in a substantive form and application is made for the site plan to proceed,

OPP seek information on Feb. 4 theft in Beckwith Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking assistance from the public to identify the person(s) responsible for a break, enter and theft at a residence on Davis Drive in Beckwith Township. Between the hours of 7:50 and 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4 an unknown person(s) broke into the home and stole several items as well as a trailer containing a number of lawn care products.

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visited all of the famous Beatles’ sites in Liverpool and London including the Cavern Club (no, it’s not the original unfortunately), Abbey Road Studios and the London Palladium where, as their popularity in Britain skyrocketed, the group appeared on the popular, televised variety show Val Parnell’s Sunday Night at the London Palladium.

That was on Oct. 13, 1963.

The same night Fleet Street journalists declared “Beatlemania is sweeping the nation” after witnessing frantic scenes as fans blocked Argyll Street (just off Oxford Street) in front of the venerable Palladium before and after the Beatles appearance.

Our interest in the Brit-

tion on this crime or any other, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers anonymously at the toll free number, 1-800222-TIPS. All calls are confidential and are not taped.

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ish invasion isn’t confined to the Beatles. During a week in London last September Kathy and I attended a matinee performance of the musical Sunny Afternoon at the Harold Pinter Theatre (formerly The Comedy Theatre) near Piccadilly Circus.

Sunny Afternoon, with music and lyrics by Kinks’ frontman Ray Davies, is about the career of the North London band and it is absolutely outstanding! Arguably we enjoyed it more than Jersey Boys (about the lives of another `60’s act The Four Seasons) which we have seen in London, not once, not twice, but three times. Sunny Afternoon is still going strong by the way.

Because I’m writing about 1960s music and trivia I will close this week with a ques-

tion about, who else, the Beatles. It’s a question about drummer Ringo Starr, who along with Paul McCartney, are the two surviving members of the band.

Ringo joined the group in what was, at the time, a controversial move. Pete Best who was sacked to make room for Ringo was popular.

Many Beatles’ fans were outraged.

My two-part question is, “When and where did Ringo Starr first perform as a full member of the Beatles?”

No, don’t look it up on the Internet – that’s cheating!

Send me your guesses and I will provide the answer next week.

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$344,900 1905 red brick beauty on prestigious Drummond Street.

Spacious welcoming foyer with grand curved staircase to upper level. 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths. High ceilings, mouldings, bay windows and tons of light. Cozy gas fireplace in the living room.

Open concept kitchen/dining area with breakfast/wine bar. Lots new! MLS#974663 Call Barbara Shepherd 613 326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

290 Yacht Club Rd $299,000 Privacy! Just minutes to Rideau Ferry & only 10 minutes to Perth. Hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling & cozy gas fireplace in the living room. Tons of storage, main floor laundry. Walk-out lower level with in-floor radiant heat. Just a short walk to public swim beach & boat launch! MLS#982294 Call Barbara Shepherd 613 326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

$349,000 Horse lovers & hobby farmers! Ideally located just minutes to Perth or Smiths Falls & an easy commute to Ottawa. This 81+/- acre property boasts a beautiful barn w/standing stalls, ample hay mow, lean-to for equipment storage, coverall, small maple stand, electric fencing, det garage w/heated tack rm & 2+1 bdrm home w/steel roof, vinyl windows & vinyl siding. Mostly tillable land with frontage on two roads & severance potential.

Christian Allan christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca 613-207-0834 Norene Allan norene-allan@coldwellbanker.ca 613-812-0407

ridEau fErry With WatEr accESS

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22 B4 Road, Rideau Ferry

$234,900 Free internet for life and deeded water access to Bass Lake are just a couple of perks that this property has to offer. Large principal rooms, wide plank floors, bunkie, gazebo, shed, landscaping, new kitchen, huge master suite, loads of character. This home is a pleasure to show inside and out. You won’t be disappointed.

Julia Scotland Julia-scotland@coldwellbanker.ca 613-390-0401 Drea Scotland drea-scotland@coldwellbanker.ca 613-390-2373

263 Yacht Club Road, Rideau Ferry

NEW PRICE $348,400 on this beautiful brick bungalow. Get set for an amazing summer of entertaining by the salt water pool or launch your boat and swim at the beach at the end of the road. This very spacious home is in the center of Rideau Lake excitement. Large rooms, extra space for hobbies, offices and workshops plus a large, well lite attached double car garage. You will be amazed at the space. Call for a tour.

Julia Scotland Julia-scotland@coldwellbanker.ca 613-390-0401 Drea Scotland drea-scotland@coldwellbanker.ca 613-390-2373

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Andrew Rivington* 613-812-3280

Bob Ferguson* 613-812-8871

Joanne Bennell* 613-812-0505

Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361

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Christian Allan* 613-207-0834

Oral Pretty* 613-264-0123

Norene Allan* 613-812-0407

Cathie McCabe* 613-284-6263

Sales Representative* Broker** Broker of Record***

Drea Scotland* 613-390-2373

John Jonkman

Broker, ASA, CNE

Christian Allan christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca 613-207-0834 Norene Allan norene-allan@coldwellbanker.ca 613-812-0407

Julia Scotland** 613-390-0401

Each OfficE indEpEndEntly

Paul Martin*** 613-264-0123

OwnEd and OpEratEd

www.remaxriverview.com | 61 GORE STREET EAST, PERTH 613-267-2221 | email: info2@remaxriverview.com

1150 BARRIE’S SIDE RD , PERTH

OPEN HOUSE 6 LALLY LANE, PERTH

NEW LISTING

10 min to Perth - Gorgeous 56 acre lot in area of beautiful homes, consisting of approx 30 acres tillable land.

Remainder mainly bush. Build your dream home this spring & have plenty of space to roam! Imagine the possibilities! $149,900 Call: Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

COUNTY RD 12

SUN FEB 28TH 1:00 - 2:30 PM PERTHSHIRE Superb location, great condition, excellent price. 2 bd, 2 bth condo.

Finished L/L, newer Florida room. Hardwood on both levels. $202,000 Host: Demi Thompson 613-264-4330

613-812-8114

Demi Thompson

Sales Representative

613-264-4330

126 IZATT ROAD LANARK HIGHLANDS

NEW LISTING

Spectacular brick bungalow (approx 2400 sqft) set back on 14.85 acres - gorgeous design brimming w natural light, 9ft ceilings, att garage & 26’x46’ detached garage/wshop, beautifully landscaped! $564,900 Call Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

Sales Representative

613-561-6464

0 BARRIE’S SIDE RD, PERTH

NEW LISTING

Jennifer Glazier

Broker of Record

613-264-9481

OPEN HOUSES 133 SHEPPARD AVE, PERTH

Sheri Mahon-Fournier* 613-812-1215

RIVERVIEW REALTY LTD.

Rebecca Wissler

$377,900 Beautiful Basswood Estates - home to many of the Rideau Lakes area executive level homes, including this customized gem nestled amongst pretty perennial beds and pathways. One-level living at it`s best, this home features slab-on-grade construction with radiant in-floor heating, ceramic tile throughout, lofty ceilings, palladian windows, and garden doors opening onto a private patio. A view from every room, large windows stream natural light, and add to the comfortable, open-concept atmosphere. Create in the gorgeous kitchen, attached workshop, or putter the day away in the potting shed. Truly superb.

Perth and area’s number One sales team!

REMAX AGENTS OUTSELL THE COMPETITION 3-1

WATERFRONT Jewel on Izatt Lake. 4 bd 2 storey home on 5 beautiful acres.

1,300 ft of shoreline to enjoy swimming, boating & fishing. $424,900 Call: Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000

PERTH

613-464-1000

NEW LISTING

CONDO beautifully renovated 1 bd, 1 bth on ground flr, w/ 3-season room, gardens & view of Tay River. GeoThermal heating, U/G heated parking + storage. $289,900

NEAR PERTH

Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344

NEAR PERTH

Well built side-split - 4 bd, 2 bth on 1.1 landscaped acres in exclusive Acheson Acres. Expansive deck, lrg private yard, 2 car gar...all close to golfing, lakes & shopping. $299,000

WESTPORT

3 bd, bungalow, w/plenty of windows, exposed wood beams, brick f/p, partially finished L/L, sun porch, att. gar. & fenced yard. Close to schools & amenities. $194,900

6 bd, 4 bth bungalow with loads of space for family, friends, storage galore, workshop, lrg deck & patio areas, att. dbl gar...all on private w/f with great swimming. $549,900

MABERLY STATION ROAD

THE MEADOWS OF PERTH

Come view this great property with beautiful A-frame 2 sty, 3 bd, 3 bth home w/finished walk-out basement & lrg deck, set on well treed 1.96 3 bd bungalow on 2.33 acres with walk-out. Incl. acres lot. $359,900 a/g pool, sauna, 3 out buildings, and wood. Mins to Maberly. Great value for this property. $139,000

DREAMS FOR SALE – CHOOSE WISELY....CHOOSE

613.253.2121

www.century21explorer.ca Serving the Ottawa Valley *Sales Representative ** Broker *** Broker of Record

Paul Marilynne Schnittker* Ball* 613.250.8016 613.256.7285(PAUL)

Danette Hanneman* 613.282.5729

Peter Adamovits* 613.866.9999

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 12 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Sheena Stewart* 613.323.3181

Angela Johnstone* 613.227.2869

Silvia Blanchard* 613.294.3661

Mike McCue* 613.253.5741

Matt Fillipoff* 613.809.2289

David Cousineau* 613.222.2047

Brenda

MacDonald-Rowe**

613.913.9915

Diane Hatfield** 613.762.0122

Jennifer Beaulac* 613.621.9798

Broker

WATERFRONT

PATTERSON LAKE WATERFRONT

Paul Gordon

613-390-2281

Sales Representative

PERTH

Open concept 2 sty, 3 bd, 2 bth on approx. 8 private acres, 15 mins to Perth, close to Christie and Crosby Lake.

Garage & sep. cabin on property. $219,000

WESTPORT

Jean Sharpe

Sales Representative 613-464-0008

HUNTINGDON GREEN

Attention nature enthusiasts! Dreaming of living in a quiet lakeside setting? This lovely custom bungalow w/o basement & 30x40 ft garage is for you! Loaded w/upgrades incl generator! $299,900 Call Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

Spectacular country home in mint condition on 3+acres just mins from Perth.

Expansive ‘home office’ space inc boardroom in loft. 3 patios & 3 season veranda. $534,000

SAT FEB 27TH WATERFRONT 12:00 - 4:00 PM SUN FEB 28TH 12:00 - 4:00 PM Newly constructed 1,650 sq. ft. – 3 bd, 2 bth bungalow, large deck, dbl att 3 bd, 1 1/2 sty home w/fenced yard, in-ground pool, Executive 4/5 bd 3,600 sq. ft. custom built home, with gar. $499,900 Host: Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000 insulated det. gar. on well-groomed lot. Close to great road access & level to good water. F/P & sitting or Host: Jean Sharpe 613-464-0008 schools, recreation & amenities. $239,000 area, Spa baths, hobby & study rooms. $995,000

Randy Cavanagh

Sales Representative

613-390-1604

544 LOVES LANE LANARK HIGHLANDS

NEAR PERTH

Cozy 2 bd, 1 bth, 1 ½ storey home w/loads of recent renovations.

325’ frontage for privacy w/ gardens & mix of trees. Close to store, lakes & golf. $159,900

Sheila Birch

Sales Representative

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE OR CHANGE OF LOCATION? CONTACT JOHN JONKMAN FOR DETAILS ON BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL SALES REPRESENTATIVE IN BEAUTIFUL HERITAGE PERTH 613-561-6464

Paul Butcher* 613.898.8597

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 13 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Sue Willmott* 613.863.4082

BEING BUILTDRUMMOND MODEL– 2 bd, 2 bth 1,545 sq. ft. bungalow w/9 ft ceilings throughout, full L/L & 2 car att gar. Enjoy moving into your brand new home! $399,900 ®

Ralph Shaw, CIP*** 613.253.2121 x111

RIDEAU HEARTLAND REALTY BROKERAGE SAT FEB 27, 11:00AM-12:00PM 24 McEwen Ave $189,900 – MLS#®982268 Francine Rever

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83 Little Bridge St., Unit #104 $205,000 – MLS®980620 Josee Biggs

Tim Lee* 613-283-7788

Mark Lee*** 613-812-1017

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SAT FEB 27, 11:00AM-12:00PM 124 Meadow Lane $292,900 – MLS®979673 Tim Lee Host: Pierre Vadnais

SAT FEB 27, 1:00PM-2:00PM 275 Bay Rd $194,900 – MLS®959684 Francine Rever

IN TOWN

960002 ..........30 CHURCHILL CRES ......................104,900 .... 1.5STY 978705 ..........3 WINNIFRED ST.............................139,900 .... 2STOREY 974991 ..........40 THOMAS ST ...............................147,500 .... 1.5STY 983417 ..........132 BROCKVILLE ST. ......................147,900 .... SEMI_DET 975609 ..........22 GLEN AV.....................................159,000 .... 2STOREY 980735 ..........93 QUEEN ST ..................................174,500 .... 2STOREY 985089 ..........63 LAVINIA ST. ................................174,900 .... BUNGLOW 985053 ..........63 WILLIAM ST................................179,000 .... 1.5STY 982015 ..........8 GLADSTONE.................................179,000 .... 1.5STY 982268 ..........24 MCEWEN ...................................195,000 .... 2STOREY 980114 ..........264 PERCY ST ................................249,000 .... 2 STOREY

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80 Little Bridge St. (2100 sf) $12/SF – MLS®975370 Josee Biggs

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613-283-7788 www.rideauheartland.com

LEGEND: BROKER OF RECORD* BROKER** SALES REPRESENTATIVE***

WATERFRONT

983773 ..........133 LAKE LANE (WATER ACCESS) ..69,900 ...... MOBILE 969188 ..........364 BLAID POOLE FARM LAN .........399,000 .... OTHER 945523 ..........5 O7A RD ........................................525,000 .... BUNGLOW 969818 ..........21 RIDEAU FERRY RD .....................569,900 .... 1.5STY 974092 ..........360 SUNSET DR .............................699,900 .... 2STOREY 964382 ..........36 R14 RD ......................................999,900 .... BUNGLOW

63 Lavinia St $174,900 – MLS®985089 James Benda

1104 County Rd 16 $159,900 – MLS®981180 Evelyn Lee

35 Wills Rd $359,000 – MLS®899885 Evelyn Lee

OUT OF TOWN

3 Winnifred St S $139,900 – MLS#978705 Evelyn Lee

FARM AND LAND

977259 ..........62 COUNTY RD ...............................119,500 .... BUNGLOW 948405 ..........554 WEEDMARK RD .......................139,000 .... 2STOREY 966884 ..........3843 43 HIGHWAY HY.....................159,900 .... 1.5STY 981180 ..........1104 COUNTY RD 16 ......................159,900 .... 2STOREY 959684 ..........275 BAY RD ....................................194,900 .... HIRANCH 963376 ..........4188 43 HWY..................................219,900 .... BUNGLOW 985760 ..........591 COUNTY RD 7 ..........................222,900 .... BUNGLOW 980044 ..........45 LAKE ELOIDA RD .......................249,900 .... BUNGLOW 966954 ..........8 DRUMMOND ST ...........................273,800 .... 2STOREY 980812 ..........126 CODE DR..................................289,000 .... BUNGLOW 979673 ..........124 MEADOW LANE .......................292,900 .... SPLIT 980031 ..........2777 ROSEDALE RD .......................319,000 .... 1.5STY 899885 ..........35 WILLS RD...................................359,000 .... BUNGLOW

975979 ..........0 BRITON-HOUGHTON BAY RD .......19,900 ...... LOT 976938 ..........106 CASSELLVILLE LANE................25,000 ...... LOT 975980 ..........00 BRITON-HOUGHTON BAY RD .....29,000 ...... LOT 965812 ..........0 BAKERS RD .................................29,900 ...... LOT 975014 ..........0 BAY RD RD...................................34,000 ...... LOT 974545 ..........10651 BROOKS RD.........................49,900 ...... LOT 974615 ..........2248 BUSH RD ...............................199,000 .... ACREAGE

COMMERCIAL

980615 ..........80 LITTLE BRIDGE ST #B ................12/SF ........ OFFICE 980623 ..........83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST. #12 .............13/SF ........ OFFICE 980370 ..........80 LITTLE BRIDGE ST......................12/SF ........ OFFICE 980620 ..........83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST. #104 ...........205,000 .... RETAIL 980617 ..........83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST. #102 ...........235,000 .... RETAIL 979135 ..........180 LOMBARD ST. ..........................329,000 .... LAND 980622 ..........83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST. #$10 ...........375,000 .... RETAIL 976398 ..........21-23 BECKWITH ST. NORTH .........424,900 .... RETAIL

MULTI-FAMILY

980757 ..........175 CHAMBERS..............................109,000 .... DUP-UP 967857 ..........130 ELMSLEY N ST ........................179,900 .... DUP-UD 980654 ..........12-14 QUEEN ST ............................224,900 .... FOURPLEX 961690 ..........65 CHAMBERS ST ..........................549,900 .... FOURPLEX

SEARCH BY MLS®NUMBER AT WWW.RIDEAUHEARTLAND.COM

Regan Lee** 613-812-0155

Lisa Brennan-Trudel*** 613-285-9646

Judy Charles*** 613-285-4464

Jim Whiten*** 613-285-4078

Evelyn Lee** 613-284-7277

Francine Rever*** 613-285-7274

Nan Bell** 613-285-7727

Josee Biggs** 613-797-9592

Jenn O’Brien*** 613-227-4126

Pierre Vadnais*** 613-869-6037

James Benda*** 613-283-7000

48 Mill Street, Almonte 613-256-1860 www.royallepage.ca

24 Lansdowne Ave, Carleton Place 613-253-3300 www.welcomingyouhome.ca

Team Realty Ian Graham Broker

Lynn Vardy

Sales Representative

Jeff McMaster

Independently Owned and Operated, Brokerage

Mona Irwin

Sales Representative

Leo Carlucci

Sales Representative

Broker

Lee-Ann Legault Sales Representative

Rob Anderson

Sales Representative

Ken Beaton Broker

2015 – An Award Winning Year!

Joanne Beaton Sales Representative

Clark Munro Broker

Tom Barker

Sales Representative

Earnings are defined as gross closed and collected commissions in the preceding year of the over 16,000 Royal Lepage Agents Nationwide Platinum Award Award winners who have obtained top 5% sales status nationally in 2015.

President’s Gold Award winners who have obtained top 6-10% in their market place.

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Sales Achievement Award Award winners who have obtained 15%-25% in their market-place.

The Award of Excellence For first time inductees, repeat qualifiers and sustaining members, attaining the Diamond, Directors Platinum or President Gold Award 5 out of 7 consecutive years.

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Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 14 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Chris Dunham

Sales Representative

Barbara Has Assisted over 3000 Families to Buy or Sell their Homes

Open HOuse

Weekend

Saturday February 27 Sales Representative Independently Owned & Operated

Metro-city realty ltd Brokerage

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1785 Quarry Rd., Mississippi Mills $549,900

Carleton Place 613-253-0518 Ottawa 613-596-5353

Sales Representative Independently Owned & Operated

613-253-0518

Metro-city realty ltd Brokerage

613-596-5353

34 CHARLES ST, CARLETON PLACE !

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SUN FEB 28TH 1:00-3:00 P.M. Downtown Shopping just steps away!

LOVELY BUNG IN THE HEART OF CARLETON PLACE! This 2+1 BDR, 2 BTH boasts many upgrades including Fresh New Decor, Chic Kit, Spa like Bath, Elegant FamRm, Hwd thruout, Det Single Gar, Fully Finished LL with built in Bar, Media Room, Guest Rm & BTH! Fab Interlock Patio for summer Entertaining! Ideal location in great part of town, Riverside Park, Canoe Club,

$249,900

342 DUFFERIN ST, CARLETON PLACE SLIP INTO SOMETHING MORE COMFORTABLE! This Chic Contemporary Open Concept Lvg/DNR D C I boasts stunning Grey & White Granite CH w/Lg Breakfast Bar, rich Kit Cabinetry, Classic Pillars, Elegant Gas FFP w/ handsome White Mantel, gleaming Hwd, sumptuous Private Master open house SUN FEB 28TH 3:15-4:30 P.M. Suite w/stunning 3Pc Ens & a wow custom Glass Shower! Unfinished LL for your creative touch. Deck & Fenced yard. 1466 Sq Ft of sophisticated living space. MLS #: 981212

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$344,900

322 OLD UNION HALL RD, ALMONTE ALIVE WITH COLOUR! THIS SOUGHT AFTER 5 AC NATURE RETREAT CAN’T BE MISSED! Fab Stone & Stucco Bung + Att Dbl Gar + Det Heated 30x40’ Outbld w/Oil Furn is a “One of Kind property.” If you’re searching for a country home that sizzles with excitement, this is it! Open Concept GreatRm/DNR! 2 Lvl Deck w/6 person sunken Hottub! Private yard surrounded by Maples! Centrally located min’s to Almonte/ Carleton Place! Move in & enjoy! MLS#: 976065

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$519,500

346 ELLIOTT RD, PERTH DREAM BIG! 50 AC PRIVATE HOBBY D FARM! Ideal for Sheep, Lama or Horses.

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V I R T “Build a Barn & Fences,” & they will MO ELLE come!! Captivating Custom Home/06; S Charming screened Gazebo, full length Verandah & Oversized DBL Gar. 2 Private Suites w/Lg Bths & Walk-in Closets. Heat Effic 30K Tulikivi Soapstone FFP is the backdrop for the fab Sunlit, Open Concept Great Rm, Dnr/Kit, Soaring Ceilings, Palladian Windows, Walls of Glass & 2 Exciting Master Suite’s w/Walk-in on both levels, Unique Reading Balcony. Seeing is believing! MLS#: 973139

$419,900

www.barbaracouch.com

11:00am-12:00pm 24 McEwen Ave 124 Meadow Lane

Smiths Falls Francine Rever 613-285-7274 Smiths Falls/Perth Rural Pierre Vadnais 613-869-6037

11:00am-1:00pm 518 Kernahan St 929 Townline Rd

Kemptville Butch Webster 613-285-4959 Smiths Falls Rural Laurie Webster 613-285-7553

11:30am-12:30pm 101 Merrick St 91 Poonamalie Rd

Smiths Falls Jennifer Aunger-Ritchie 613-285-5602 Smiths Falls Rural Joe LeBlanc 613-283-2121

12:00pm-1:00pm 430 Queen St

Smiths Falls

Jackie Watkins 613-485-6585

1:00pm-2:00pm 34 Elm St 127 Sheppard Ave 9 Cornelia St W 275 Bay Rd 811 Kitley Line 3

Smiths Falls Perth Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Rural Smiths Falls Rural

Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 Pauline Aunger 613-285-9158 Stan Suffel 613-284-6756 Francine Rever 613-285-7274 Joe LeBlanc 613-283-2121

1:00pm-2:30pm 244 Allan St 97 Colonel By Cres

Smiths Falls Smiths Falls

Carol Barber 613-285-4887 Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434

1:30pm-3:00pm 100-26 Salmon Side Rd Smiths Falls Rural Butch Webster 613-285-4959 2:30pm-4:00pm 182 Port Elmsley Rd

Smiths Falls Rural John Gray 613-868-6068

Sunday February 28 11:30am-12:30pm 91 Poonamalie Rd

Smiths Falls Rural Anna Kowalewski 613-875-7842

1:00pm-2:00pm 2357 Nolan’s Rd

Smiths Falls Rural Linda McKenna 613-485-0576

1:00pm-3:00pm 34 Charles St 111 Morton St

Carleton Place Almonte

Barbara Couch 613-253-0518 Jason Coleman 613-253-3175

2:00pm-4:00pm 682 Drummond Rd

Carleton Place

Lee Ann Legault 613-294-2440

3:15pm-4:30pm 342 Dufferin St

Carleton Place

Barbara Couch 613-253-0518

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 15 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Michelle Fournier Sales Representative

Cell: 613-812-8585 Bus: 613-267-7766 Fax: 613-267-5766 michellefournier@royallepage.ca

Advantage Real Estate Independently owned and operated brokerage

10 years in the Real Estate business.

Diamond Award 2012-2015 Top 3% for my marketplace.

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Servicing Perth, SmithS FallS & Surrounding area.

Lee-Ann Legault Sales Representative

613-294-2440

$399,900 2373 Old Brooke Road

24 Lansdowne Avenue, Carleton Place 613-253-3300

$214,900 28 Lally Lane, Perth LI NE ST W IN G

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Direct leeann.legault@royallepage.ca

Independently Owned and Operated, Brokerage

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2-4 682 Drummond Road Carleton Place Rural $409,900

Like me on

$339,900 3636 Drummond 2 Conc

View more listings on my website

www.sellwithmichelle.ca

3 bdrm, 3 bth, Main floor family rm, new kitchen with granite, new ensuite, private.

Only minutes to Carleton Place.

MLS# 984725

Team

$349,900 1358 Rideau Ferry Road

Branch Office: 73 Gore Street East, Perth, ON K7H 1H8.

Visit our listing@ www.royallepage.ca/perth.

Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale, or buyers under contract

HERITAGE WAY REALTY BROKERAGE – Independently owned and operated

We specialize in SOLD signs www.coldwellbankerhomes.ca

Carleton Place 613-253-3175 • Almonte 613-256-5677 oPen HouSe Sun Feb. 28, 1-3:00PM

111 Morton Street

4 bedroom family home with great back yard close to schools, shopping and recreation. Over 1900 Sq. Ft. on main level, 3 baths, main floor family room, formal dining room and so much more!

$429,900 • MLS#982221 • JASon CoLeMAn Me Ho W ne

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Bungalow style two bedroom condo unit features many recent upgrades. Private court yard, storage room, in unit laundry + more.

$169,900 • MLS#986198 • JOHn COBuRn

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3.1 acre and 2.5 acre building lots a short drive to Perth and Carleton Place. Both Sold! Call Robin for yours today!

$59,900 • MLS#979493/979443 • ROBIn FERRILL

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Sought after 2 bedroom corner unit with fireplace, garden window, small fenced yard and private balcony. In Pristine condition. Appliances included.

Tenant pays hydro. Available April 1st.

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$359,900 • MLS#974546 • JEFF WILSOn

$229,900 • MLS#983664 • JEFF WILSOn

$64,900 • MLS#983151/983171 • ROBIn FERRILL

Fantastic 2 acre setting, private, lots of trees, steel roof, multiple outbuildings and 2 To choose from. 2.5 Acre building lots a short drive to Carleton Place or Perth.

Brand new c/w vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, shows well. 3 bedrooms. Large working kitchen and easy to show!

Some trees, entrance and split rail fence.

2 baths, ensuite and walk-in closet. Ready for immediate occupancy, 2 to choose from.

Team

Nicely kept 3 Bdrm centrally located. Hard wood floors, updated kitchen, bath, roof + more. Paved driveway with parking for 4.

$189,900 • MLS#984297 • ROBIn FERRILL

16 SPiCer Street

Charming 2 bedroom home in friendly Westview Heights just 20 min west of Kanata. Fully finished lower level, fenced yard, appliances and so much more.

$214,900 • MLS#981512 • JOHn COBuRn Y nTR W COu GALO Bun

2148 DruMMonD Con 10A

3 bedroom bungalow a short drive to Carleton Place or Perth. Open concept Kit/eat area with sunken living room. Deck above ground pool + more!

$214,900 • MLS#984341 • ROBIn FERRILL

HERITAGE WAY REALTY BROKERAGE Independently owned and operated

Carleton Place 613-253-3175 ROBIN J. FERRILL Broker of Record Almonte 613-256-5677

JOHN COBURN Broker

JEFF WILSON Sales Representative

RHONDA BRUNKE Sales Representative

JASON COLEMAN Sales Representative

MARLY BURKE Broker

KAREN DUNCAN VICKI BEHN-BELLAND CAROLYN RENWICK GILLIAN KINSON JENN MACDONALD Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 16 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

59 Beckwith Street North Smiths Falls

613-283-2121 www.remaxaffiliates.ca

AFFILIATES REALTY LTD.,BROKERAGE OPEN HOUSE

NEW LISTING

SATuRDAy FEb 27 11:00Am-1:00pm

SATuRDAy FEB 27 11:00Am-1:00pm

929 TOwnLInE RD – $254,900

LAURIE WEBSTER*

BUTCH WEBSTER* OPEN HOUSE

MLS# 959691

OPEN HOUSE

97 COLOnEL By – $263,999

244 ALLAn ST – $279,000

CAROL BARBER** PORTLAND

KEVIN GRIMES*** 613-283-2121

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Regional Round-Up Euchre 4 hand, February 25, 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Assoc, 375 Country St. Light lunch. Contact Norma 613-256-4179.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. Theatre Trip and Supper out in Carleton Place, Saturday, February 27, “The Beauty & the Beast”.

Call 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat on the bus.

Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Monday, February 29, 2 p.m. at the Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive.

Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to register. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month.

Ontario Early Years Centre fun with Science, Wednesday, March 16, Naismith Public School, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Pre-registration necessary: 613-283-0095 ext 300.

Bounce Back & Thrive, (10 sessions, childcare available) Tuesdays Mar 1-May 10, (except Mar 16)10-noon, 30 Bennett St. Preregistration necessary. 613-283-0095 Ext.300 Bridging the Generation Gap, A book club meant to bring together readers of all ages. Mar. 8, 6-7:30pm. Sign up at the library. 613-2572702.

Carleton Place & District Horticultural Society meeting, March 2, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Hall, entrance rear of 39 Bridge St., on Beckwith Street, 7:00 p.m., Speaker on Bonsai in the home. Info: www.cphoriculture.ca Carleton Place Baptist, 299 Bridge St. Sunday, Feb. 28, 6:30 p.m. Evening of worship in music led by our youth. Guest musicians and speaker.

Carleton Place Lions Club Monthly Euchre Tournament. Saturday, March 5. Army Navy Club (across from McEwan’s gas station).

Light lunch 12, tournament starts 1 p.m. Prizes.

2 person teams, 8 games played.

Carleton Place Terrace, Thurs. Mar. 10, 3pm, presented by: Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville. 6 Arthur St., RSVP Liz Taylor@crccarleton@symphonyseniorliving.com 613-668-0545.

Chair Exercise Classes every Monday, 2 p.m. at Carambeck Community Centre. Info: 613-256-8339.

Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch, every Friday (March 4, 11, 18) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon. Transportation available. Info/reservation: 613-253-0733.

Cribbage, every Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George St. Everyone welcome Dart Tournament Saturday, March 5 Carleton Place Legion, 1 pm. A fundraiser for District 7A Senior Games Association. Call Carole 613 283-9664 for more info.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Monday, 1-3pm, at the Early Years Centre (TR Leger School, 490 Jessop) Info: 613-257-2779 ext 106 (or ext 100).

Habitat for Humanity Carleton Place Chapter- Information Open House about 2016 build, March 5, 2-4 pm CP library. Inquiries 613-257-8547 Music, Monday Feb 29, 10-11am, Carambeck Community Centre, Carleton Place. Preregistration necessary. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300) The March Valley Singles Lunch will be held at The Tap House Grill & Sports Bar, Sun-

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

day, March 6, at 1 p.m. Information contact Pat at 613-622-5693 or Johanna at 613-432-7622.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m. in the Zion United Church across from the library on Franklin Street. Info: 613-253-8677.

World Day of Prayer “Receive children, receive me” Friday, March 4, 2:00 p.m. ZionMemorial United Church, 37 Franklin St.

standrewsunitedpakenham.org 613-623-3823 World Day of Prayer, “Receive Children, Receive Me” prepared by the women of Cuba on Friday, March 4 at 1:30 pm at St. Andrew’s United Church. Refreshments. Everyone welcome. Info Marilyn at 613-256-3130.

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Are you trying to cope with a family member suffering from a mental illness? NAMI support group, every 4th Tuesday of the month.

Info: 283-2170.

Baby Sign Language, (4 sessions), Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 22, 29. 10-11 a.m., Perth Library. Pre-registration necessary. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300).

Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 3 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613267-5305.

Community Home Support - Lanark County monthly Parkinson’s Support Group, last Monday of each month, 1:30pm, Community Home Support Office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Info: Suzanne Bourbonnais 613-2676400 ext 24.

Film Night International Perth is showing the German film, Labyrinth of Lies, Wednesday March 2, 2 pm and 7 pm, at the Full Circle Theatre, Craig Street. Info: 613-267-1224.

Kids Have Stress Too!, Wednesday, March 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Perth Stewart School. Preregistration necessary. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300).

Lanark Lodge Pub (3rd Thursday every month). 2 p.m. Hosted by recreation dept. Info.

613-267-4225.

Men’s group, 1st Wednesday evening (March 2). Teens on up, All men warmly welcomed and respected. Bust isolation, build community. Details 613-267-8308.

New Queen’s Alumni Branch Launch Event, March 5, Algonquin College Perth Campus, 5-7 p.m. To register/tickets call 613533-6000 ext 74008 or on-line http://events. queensu.ca/perthbranch Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday.

Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sunday, February 28 (4th Sunday every month), 2-6:30 pm, Civitan Hall. Dinner 5 pm. Info: 613-2671825.

Probus Club of Perth meeting Wed. Mar 2nd at 9.30 am at the Perth Legion. The speakers will be members of The Community Alliance for Refugee Resettlement.

RTA Central Club, Saturday, February 27.

Trails, level 2, 11.5 km, moderate pace. Hike or snowshoe. Meet at Conlon Farm for 9:30 a.m. departure. Leader: Jack Tannett 613-466-0417.

RTA Central Club, Sunday, March 6, Rideau Trail Loop, Level 2, 10 km, moderate pace.

Meet at Conlon Farm for 9:30 a.m. departure.

Leader: Brenda Ethier, 613-464-8746.

Teaching Bridge - Classes are ongoing at 1 p.m. at McMartin House. An opportunity to learn how to play bridge or update your skills.

Call 613-267-5531. All welcome.

Vegetable Garden Planning Workshop: Saturday, February 27, 3-5 pm, The Table 190 Gore St. E. To register call 613-267-6428 x 28 or email joanna@thetablecfc.org

8th Annual Soupfest. March 5th, 11 to 2 pm NGMC. Entertainment, dessert auction, door prizes etc. Tickets at door. Info Lynn 613989-3042 Like us on Facebook TLC Soupfest.

Baby Talk, Wednesday, March 2, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre.

Diabetes Education Programme, at the Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. You must register by calling (613)258-6133 Ext. 400. Info: www.kdh.on.ca March 9, The New Horizon Club “Fancy Bonnet High Tea”, 2:00 pm, Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Design and wear your own bonnet/hat and join the parade of hats following. Information Janet 613-269-2737.

The North Grenville Photography Club meets the first Wednesday of every month from 7-9. New location is The auditorium at the Municipal Centre on Hwy 44.

The Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges are serving home cooked Roast Beef & Mashed Potato dinner, 119 Clothier St., East. Sunday, 28 February, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Information 613258-2258.

LANARK Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259-5610.

Walking group, every Tuesday morning, 9 a.m. from the NLCCHA. Refreshments, exercises/speaker after walk. Wendy 613-259-2182.

World Day of Prayer, March 4th Friday, at St. Andrew’s United Church, 2PM

MERRICKVILLE Legion Open, February 27, 12-4 p.m.

Legion Open, March 5, 12-4 p.m.

Legion Open, Merrickville Legion, March 9, noon-4 p.m.

Legion Open, Merrickville Legion, March 2, noon-4 p.m.

Merrickville Legion, Executive Meeting, March 1, 7 p.m.

Merrickville Legion, General Meeting, March 8, 7 p.m.

Music by Donna & Company, March 4, 7-11 p.m., Chicken dinner served at 6. Merrickville Legion.

Music by Gord Barnes & “Laredo”, February 26, 7-11 p.m., Roast beef dinner served at 6.

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4 hand euchre, every Friday 7 p.m. (Potluck Songs of the Misty Isles, a harp concert featuring music and poetry from Scotland, first Friday of the month at 5:30). Montague Wales, Ireland and Brittany; Sunday, February Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482.

4 hand euchre, Tuesday evenings 7 p.m.

28, 2 p.m. St. Andrew’s United Church, www.

ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Sponsor: ABC Seniors.

Lunch and prizes.

Beckwith & District Friendship Club will meet March 2, Centennial Hall, Franktown, Potluck supper at 6 p.m. Musical entertainment.

Inquiries 613-257-2756.

Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner,March 6, 2-6 pm supper at 5. All musicians welcome. Proceeds to Clayton Hall.

C.P.H.C. formerly V.O.N. mobile clinic at the Town Hall, Westport. Open to anyone needing medical assistance. First Friday of every month, 9:30-2. Appointment (613)803-1710 or walk-in.

Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist every Thursday, at the Country Roads Community Health Centre, Portland. (moderate intensity) 9:30-10:30, (low intensity) 10:45-11:45.

Call 613-284-2558 , to arrange for your personal assessment before starting this program.

Family Karaoke Night, every Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Newboro Community Hall.

Food, Fun & Faith Supper, Anglican Church Hall Newbliss, Feb. 26, 6pm, music and crafts for children. Everyone welcome. Info: 613-284-0307.

Fundraising Meeting and General Meeting, March 10 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-MeNot Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482.

Lombardy Agricultural Society invites all local contractors and builders to participate in our build a bench for our park challenge. Questions: Bonnie 613-283-1328.

McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Society General Meeting. March 5, 2:00 p.m. 194 Cameron Road. For info contact Sally: 613259-3480.

Modest Income? Simple tax situation?

Trained volunteers can help complete and e-file your tax return. Call Lanark Community Programs 613-257-7619 or 1-866-257-7618 Oxford Mills Community Association’s Annual General Meeting March 3rd (7pm), The meeting will conclude with nominations for, and an election of the vacant seats on the Board.

Sat 27th 2-5 pm drop by Royal Canadian Legion Br#542 Westport. Enjoy the music of Shawn McCullough one of Westport most popular country entertainers. Proceeds Ways & Means Committee.

Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (March 8). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-2722676.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast March 5, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. Everyone welcome. You could win a Breakfast.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club “Ride For Dad” -Fighting Prostate Cancer, February 27, Registration 8-10 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. Spaghetti Dinner served at Clubhouse after the Ride.

Spaghetti Night- First Friday every month, Mar 4, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Portland.

Toledo Legion, This Old Heart and the Country Comrades, Sunday March 6, 2-5, supper to follow.

Wednesday, March 2. Spring Tea Social. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Refreshments provided. Spring gardening tips & bulbs. Hosted by Elgin Giving Gardeners. Susan growEGGs@yahoo.ca “Wild Things” - Featuring the art of Spirits of the Osprey. At ArtScene Spencerville, 11 Spencer St, February 5 to March 27, 2016.

Website at artscenespencerville.weebly.com 613258-4400.

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ers as the focal point, 150 Lombardy Fair, calling all gardeners and horticulturists. Information: Aline Hicks 613-283-5797.

SMITHS FALLS 4 hand bid euchre, every Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. Senior’s Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684.

4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. 1st. Monday every month at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. Info: 613-283-4684.

4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. every Thursday, at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162.

Info: 613-283-4684.

4 hand euchre, Wednesday, March 2, 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 Hy 15, Smiths Falls, Saturday March 12, Dinner at 7PM dance to follow.

Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome. Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Better than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer, anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)8637729 local call or (613)283-3465.

Bid Euchre 1st and 3rd Sunday every month. 1:30 p.m. Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., parking behind arena. Sponsored

by Harmony Club 162. Info 613-283-4684.

Carpet bowling every Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162.

Info: (613)283-4684.

Come Join Club 60 for games-entertainment at Branch 95 Legion every 2nd & last Tuesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Everyone Welcome.

Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, downstairs, Wednesday, March 2, 1 p.m. Info: 613-2836116.

Duplicate bridge every Monday at 7pm & Tuesday 1pm, Smiths Falls Legion. Partnerships: Iris Winston 613-256-4747.

Duplicate Bridge, Monday, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205.

Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205.

EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- March 1, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613283-0960.

Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist, every Monday and Thursday, 2 Gould Street, Rideau Valley Diabetes Service/Telemedicine. (moderate intensity) 9:30-10:30, (low intensity) 10:45-11:45. Call 613-284-2558 to arrange your personal assessment before starting this program.

Expand your Family Tree Free online resources at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by appointment. 7283 Rogers Stevens Road. Call 613-283-0711 or email ltrodden@cogeco.ca Family Fun Bingo, Sunday, March 5, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, on Abbott St. Contact: Carol 613-284-0305.

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The Bereavement Support Group, Smiths Falls Group, last Tue of the month, 1 - 3pm, Smiths Falls District Community Health Centre enter at front entrance 2 Gould St. Info: 613-267-6400 The Lanark Animal Welfare Society, fundraiser show, “Good Rockin’ Tonight with Elvis. Gallipeau Theatre, 361 Queen St. Saturday March 5, 7pm. Tickets: 1-888-655-9090 www. gallipeaucentretheatre.com.

Veterans Coffee Club, Lancaster Hall, Legion, February 28, 9:30 a.m. (Due to construction might be held in our Centennial Room).

World Day of Prayer Ecumenical Service at St Johns Anglican Church, 2 George St S, Friday, March 4, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.

provincial government plans to settle 10,000 Syrian refugees in Ontario by the end of 2016, and this area could see an influx in the near future, said Mills. To date, the UCDSB is proud to have welcomed three families into our kindergarten to grade 12 schools and the TR Leger School of Adult, Alternative and Continuing Education.

“Because of the nature of the conflict in Syria, and the difficulties with resettlement that refugees have experienced, we’ve been told to expect some newcomers arriving in Canada will have higher needs than those arriving from other countries,” said Mills. “In some cases, families have lost one or both parents in the conflict. As well, some families will have children who have experienced deep trauma, or are faced with other challenges that come with learning a new language and adapting to a new culture.

“We’re fortunate in that at TR Leger, we have access to English as a Second Language programming and staff experienced in receiving newcomers. With our community part-

ners, we already offer a wide variety of supports and services to welcome these newcomers and ease their transition to life in the communities we serve.”

Mills said TRLIS can offer newcomers a number of supports including: • Providing help navigating community services.

• Offering information that immigrants require on needs assessment, housing, settlement plan development, schools, volunteering, community connections, and English and French conversation practice circles.

• Language instruction for immigrants settling in the Cornwall area, language proficiency assessments (by appointment) and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction for adults in Brockville and Cornwall.

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• Credit courses in ESL for secondary students at some schools.

• Support for mental health challenges The next steps for the board include: providing professional development for administrators, teachers and support staff to prepare them for the influx of newcomers; taking an inventory of existing support services accessible on the board’s internal website and Virtual Learning Commons; identifying potential requirements for provincial funding; ensuring ongoing coordination of services; and continued consultation with community agencies and groups.

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The King makes appearance in Smiths Falls March 5 in support of LAWS The Elvis event in support of LAWS is coming soon. If you haven’t done so please get your tickets for the event to be held on March 5 at the Gallipeau Centre in Smiths Falls. The Matt Cage & The Tiger Sharks band will entertain you with music from the sixties: Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Buddy Holly.

As you rock in your seats a part of the money paid for your ticket fees will go to the care of the animals at LAWS! Why not make it a fun night out with a group of friends to support your local animal shelter while having a good time yourself. Don’t miss out on a very entertaining evening. Tickets cost $29.50, including fees at the www.gallipeaucentretheatre.com, or $28 cash at LAWS between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. or at Shadowfax on Foster street in Perth.

Before the show starts and during intermission there will be a chance for your to buy 50/50 tickets as well as tickets to win some door prizes, so please have some cash on hand to buy these should you be interested.

This week’s featured pets This week we like to feature two smart dogs who have been at LAWS far too long.

Shadow Hi there, Shadow here. They have written about me before but I am

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still at LAWS and wonder why. I am a handsome, very strong and rambunctious Alaskan Malamute/mix.

They tell me I have selective hearing, at times. I am doing much better since you saw my picture in the paper last.

Because I was restricted to a short leash tied to my doghouse, for a long time I lacked leash skills. Everything is trainable and I am eager to learn more and already have improved my recall, basic commands and walking on a leash skills quite a bit. My life wasn’t always easy but I don’t look back. I like to look ahead and hope there is somebody out there who is willing, and has the time, to teach me all I should know as an Alaskan Malamute.

I, sadly, never had the experience playing with other dogs. I do like to have a chance to master that skill too as sitting in my small cage at LAWS

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We both might blossom with the right care and time together which means: lots of exercise, patience, praise and love for both of us. Is there anyone out there to give me that chance?

If you think I deserve it, than please come and meet me, I am eagerly awaiting your call at 613-2839308. Thanks woof, Shadow.

Honey One of our shelter’s favourite dogs is four-year-old Honey. A beautiful Golden Lab mix, it is clear that Honey is appropriately named.

She knows her basic commands, she heels well, she’s clever, she loves people and she’s eager to please. Like many dogs that arrive at LAWS, the circumstances of Honey’s past are unknown.

Sadly, she was found to be sometimes hyper-reactive with other dogs and animals. We believe that with appropriate leadership and training, plenty of praise, and the opportunity to learn new skills, she can overcome these challenges.

Honey is an extraordinarily intelligent dog that now needs a loving home, guidance and training to show what she is truly capable of.

Because of her size and strength, we believe she is best suited to a home with no small children and no other animals at this time.

If you are looking for a handsome, loving dog with clear, untold ability and you are willing and able to address her sometimes reactive behaviour, Honey may be for you.

Give her the chance she deserves and she’ll give you years of unparalleled companionship and an unsurpassed pride of ownership.

Please schedule an appointment to meet her.

Kito I am Kito. My name is from Swahili, Africa, and means “precious jewel”. And what a jewel I am, although a rather large one. I love people, their attention and food…I like my privacy too and feel comfortable in a cardboard box with a soft “blankie.” Overall, I am just that good-looking orange tabby, playful and cuddly male cat who’s looking forward to a more regular life with a nice family in a home where I am allowed to meander freely. Please meet me at LAWS at one of the cat runs.

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Wish list LAWS is in need postage stamps. We also need bleach, HE laundry detergent, and Martingales (dog collars). We have once again been successful in contracting with Hills

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Excitement surrounds any get-together you are involved in this week, Aries. This puts you in a good mood for some time, and the positive energy can bring about change.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this week you may find yourself in the right mood to organize your home or office. If high-tech equipment will be part of the project, enlist a friend to help out.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, if you’re feeling particularly amorous this week, schedule a few date nights or even cuddle time with that special someone. A new person may come into your life as well.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Plenty of projects around the house need your attention this week, Cancer.

Take advantage of some slower days to devote time to repairs and other tasks on your to-do list.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, important new information may come your way this week. This could Here’s How It Works: be the catalyst for new professional ventures or even provide new ways to network.

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Virgo, a job you have put a lot of effort and time into is completed clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! successfully this week. You now can enjoy the fruits of your labor and the praise coming your way.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Communication improvements with your romantic partner have you feeling optimistic about the future, Libra. Don’t make any definitive plans, but start thinking ahead.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, an unexpected raise has you spreading the wealth to others. You tend to be good about sharing your good fortune, and that is why so many people look up to you.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 A sense of adventure may find you booking a vacation, Sagittarius.

Otherwise, you may be looking to dive into an exciting new relationship.

Be impulsive because you deserve it.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may be drawn to flashy colors and high energy this week.

Plan a fun and energetic date or take in a movie with a lot of special effects.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you’ve adopted the attitude that life is an adventure and you’re ready to face any challenge that comes your way with an open mind. This may prove to be a busy week.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Do not be surprised if big changes lie in store for you this week, Pisces.

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HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY Virginia Munro February 29, 2016 We love you today and always Your Family

HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY March 6 Nellie Larabie Happy Birthday to a wonderful mom, mother-in-law, Grandma and great Grandma!

Reception on March 6, 2-4 p.m.

Please come and share Nellie’s birthday at Carolina Retirement Suites (games room) 12 Alma Street, Perth, Ontario Best Wishes only

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HAPPY 55th BIRTHDAY “Squeak” Born in the barn but we still accepted you as one of the family.

Love Linny

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IN MEMORIAM GIFF - In loving memory of a special lady, Irene, March 2, 1908 January 24, 1995.

Gentle in manner, patient in pain, Irene left us, Heaven to gain With nature so gentle and actions so kind, It’s hard in this world her equal to find.

Always in our hearts, her family

The family of the late Rossie Doyle would like to thank everyone for their many expressions of sympathy after the passing of our mother.

We are grateful for the excellent care she received from all the staff at the Carleton Place Hospital. Special thanks to Dr. Laskey, the nurses from Bayshore Home Health, and all the girls from the Assisted Living Program, for their many home visits. Thank you to Father David Andrew for his visits and prayers at the hospital, and to The Barker Funeral Home, for their care and compassion during this difficult time.

Your kindness will always be remembered.

The Doyle Family

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CARD OF THANKS COADY Thank You to my family and friends, for your cards, gifts, phone calls and emails helping me celebrate my 67th birthday. Thanks for the beautiful birthday party held for me, this year.

Don

Please join us in celebrating Bev Needham’s 80th Birthday on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at St Andrews United Church in Pakenham.

1:30 – 4:00 pm Best wishes only.

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Brad & Andrea Snyder of McDonalds Corners are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Amber to John Graham son of Robert and Ruth Graham of Lanark.

Wedding to take place May 2016.

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Thank you Frances Smith

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Jack and Bev Hanna would like to thank family, friends, church family and neighbours for helping us celebrate our 60th Wedding Anniversary.

Love and God Bless

The family of the late Doreen Norris would like to thank the numerous family, friends and neighbours for your kindness and donations. A special thank you to Pastor Bob Crump and the Lyons Funeral Home.

Thank You The Norris family

I would like to give a big thank you to my many farm friends, neighbours and relatives who came to celebrate with me on my 90th birthday. Also to my wife and family for arranging this wonderful day. Thanks also to Lombard Manor for providing the activity room for this celebration. The cards, phone calls and best wishes were very much appreciated.

Sincerely Cecil Wilson

The Porteous family would like to give a sincere thank-you to the Alan Barker Funeral Home, Rev. Brian Barr from Richmond, Stacey Goodwin, Michelle Rickard, Sarah Bayford, Denise Hebert, Joan Stearns, and all the ladies who prepared the luncheon at the Army Navy.

Thanks to everyone for their over whelming support, kindness, and prayers during this very difficult time.

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Danner The family of the late Robert (Bob) W. Steacy would like to thank the nurses on 3rd floor Med Surg at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital (Smiths Falls site).

Especially Dr. Ryan, Dr. Kaprielian and male nurse Jordan.

Steacy Family

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I would like to thank all my wonderful family and friends for organizing and attending my special birthday party, and for all the lovely cards and gifts. It means more to me than I can ever express.

Sharon & Kevin Burns and Patience & Steve McLeod are proud to announce the engagement of their children, Meagan Burns to Chad McLeod.

Meagan is the special Granddaughter of Eleanor Baker (late John) & Keith Greigson, & Andrew & Bernice Burns.

Chad is the Grandson of June Townsend (late Daniel) and the late John & Esther McLeod.

The Wedding will take place at the Harbour Restaurant in Kingston, ON on October 22, 2016.

We wish you all the best!

Love all your family

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SMITH, Paul

(Retired CNCP Telecommunications) Suddenly at the Arnprior Hospital on Friday morning, February 19th, 2016; James Paul Smith of Arnprior passed away at the age of 82. Beloved husband and best friend of Lillian (nee Clouthier).

Dearly loved father of Rick (Carol-Anne) of Braeside; Mike (Cynthia) of Almonte; Sherry-Ann Orton (Rob) of Airdrie, Alberta; Helen McCredie (late Iann) of Norway Bay and Claire Morash of Arnprior. Predeceased by his daughter, Connie Maleau (Hector of Ottawa) March 13, 2007. Cherished and proud “Poppa” of Jeff, Willy, Courtney, Melanie, Tristin, Ayrian, Nathan, Jansen and Mitchell and “Great-Poppa” of Tristah Lilly, Ceilidh, Zahara and Lillian. Dear brother of Bernie (Louise) of Vancouver; Charlie (Deb) of Port Stanley and Margaret “Mardie” Robinson (late Jack) of Smiths Falls. Predeceased by 4 brothers: Frank, Eddie, John and Michael and one sister, Maureen “Molly” Clouthier. Paul will be long remembered for his pleasant and kind demeanour. His love of family and friends and his faith in God will live on in all who knew him. Friends are invited to join Paul’s family for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham on Monday, April 25th, 2016 at 11 o’clock.

A reception will follow at the Pakenham Community Centre. Interment St. Peter Celestine Parish Cemetery, Indian Hill Road, Pakenham. In memory of Paul, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Hospital Partners in Caring Foundation or the Arnprior Legion, Branch 174. In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Doreen Danner

March 7, 1944February 21, 2016 Doreen departed content with her accomplishments, proud of her family and with the peace that comes from being well loved and having a life so well lived. Doreen’s endless curiosity, compassion and thirst for knowledge drove her personal, academic and professional pursuits. Doreen was born in Perth, Ontario. The family moved to Timmons for a brief time when Doreen was in high school. At 17 years old Doreen moved to Toronto to train as a nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Her career transitioned toward social justice in the 1970’s as a case worker with the Children’s Aid Society. It was during those years she met her lifelong friend Judi Lightford.

Doreen and Christine moved to Ottawa in 1977 where Doreen worked at the Ottawa Carleton District School Board as a social worker. Doreen enrolled in night and summer courses at the University of Ottawa and was thrilled to be accepted into law school in 1983. Doreen articled in Ottawa and practiced law in Perth with the firm O’Donnell Dulmage Bond March Anderson. Ed and Doreen were together for over thirty years, married since 1989.

They travelled the world and enjoyed many great adventures, but her favourite place in the world was the home she shared with Ed on the Big Rideau Lake.

Doreen was a voracious reader who loved nothing more than a fully engaged debate. She stated her honest opinion in a forthright manner. She was an excellent judge of character. Her generosity, compassion and empathy for others were her most endearing traits. Doreen was intrigued by emerging technologies and demanded we all keep current. She saw few limitations. As a small child she thought for sure she could fly. As an adult she became a pilot. Doreen is preceded in death by her parents Roy and Peggy Waite, her brothers Jim and Paul Waite and her sister Nancy Blair. Doreen is survived by her husband Ed, her daughter Christine O’Donohue, her grandchildren Matthew and Meghan Lemoyre, her sister Denice Crampton and her many nieces and nephews. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth Friday February 26, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. A gathering to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. at Code’s Mill, 17 Wilson St., East, Perth.

There will be a sharing of memories at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lanark County Chapter Driver Program. Ed and Christine wish to extend their gratitude for the excellent care Doreen received from Dr. Roanne Segal and the palliative care team at the Ottawa General Hospital; the nursing staff at the Great War Memorial Hospital in Perth, and most especially from Barb Somerville.

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

HARRIS: EDITH We wish to thank all the people who helped us through a difficult time while Edith was ill and at the time of her passing. We are thankful for all the prayers, cards, flowers, food and visits.

We especially want to thank all the doctors and nurses at the Perth Hospital and all our Christian friends at the First Baptist Church in Smiths Falls.

Gerald and family

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PICHE, IrIs (NEE WIlsoN)

Peacefully at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital, Ottawa while surrounded by loved ones on Friday evening, February 19th, 2016. Iris Aldyth Piche of Sandy Beach, Arnprior passed away at the age of 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Piche. Dearly loved mother of Shirley Lebrun (Alex), Wayne Piche (Gloria) and Debbie Reed (David), all of Arnprior and Leo Piche (Helene) of White Lake.

Cherished and devoted “Nannie” of 6 grandchildren: Shawn Lebrun (Ravyn), Shannon Lebrun (Kelly), Kevin Piche (Kelly), Kerry Reed (Sean), Kristy Reed (Kent) and Melissa Piche (Bobby); 9 great-grandchildren: Jalee, Jayce, Logan, Karlee, Nicole, McKenzie, Kir, Iris and Karisa and one great-greatgranddaughter, Blakeleigh. Dear sister of Billy Wilson (Violet) of Caramat, Ontario. Predeceased by her parents: Andy and Anna (Dolan) Wilson as well as a brother, Paul Wilson and 4 sisters: Beatrice “Beattie” Cavanagh, Olive Bloom, Bessie Johnston and Bernie Beck.

The Piche family received friends at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Monday evening, February 22nd from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and again on Tuesday morning, February 23rd from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. A Service to honour and remember Iris was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Iris, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Hospital Partners in Caring Foundation.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

FRANKLIN Don

Peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on Friday February 19, 2016. Donnie Franklin of Chaffey’s Lock in his 65th year. Dear Father of George (Kaija) of Halifax, Elizabeth, Erin (Cody) all of Kingston. Dear Brother of Frank (Betty) of Orangeville, Betty (John) Willson of Rideau Ferry, Charlie (April) of Elgin and Danny (Janice) of Smiths Falls. Predeceased by sisters, Josephine Urh, Norma Fagan and Maureen Jansen. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A Private Family Service will be held at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Chaffey’s Lock and Area Heritage Society or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

(Memorial donations by cheque only, Please).

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the Scotland Funeral Home 27 Main Street Elgin - K0G 1E0 613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com Burial, Cremation and Pre-Arrangement Services

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(lifelong Pakenham resident) Suddenly but very peacefully at home on Friday evening, February 19th, 2016; Lola Frances Millar of Pakenham passed away while in her favorite chair. She was 74. Beloved wife and best friend of Fred. Dearly loved and devoted mother of Tracy Hoskin (Bruce) of Arnprior.

Cherished and proud “Nanny” of Jake and Braeden Gwalchmai. Lovingly remembered by Jordan, Amanda and Kendra Hoskin. Dear sister of Mervin Hunt (Judy) and special aunt of Cory Hunt (Glenna) and Chad Hunt (Sarah) all of Pakenham. Lola’s culinary and baking skills were shared and enjoyed by so many residents of Pakenham and the surrounding areas. She spent the last 10 years of her working life as baker at the Pakenham General Store. Her faith life was important to her and she devoted countless hours and energy to the efforts of the ACW and the parish of St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Pakenham.

Friends were invited to join the family during visitation at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Pakenham on Wednesday morning, February 24th from 9:30 until the time of Funeral Service in the Church at 11 o’clock. Spring interment St. Mark’s Anglican Cemetery, Pakenham.

In memory of Lola, please consider a donation to St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Pakenham.

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September 4, 1936 ~ February 19, 2016 Ronald passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 19th, 2016. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Helen (Herbert) Pratt in 1997. Ronald was the cherished father of Brenda (Mark) Tryon, Kathy (Mark) VanAlstine, Karan (Frank) Hall and Sharon (Jim) Allan. He was the loved and adored Poppa to Dustin (Sarah) and Shane Tryon, Katrina and Brock (Melissa) VanAlstine, Dylan (Madie) and Nolan (Holly) Hall and Jamie (Daniel) and Tony (Jen) Allan. Great-poppa to Brighton and Addison Hall and Lydia VanAlstine. He was the dear brother of Wilmer (Pearl) Pratt, Victor (Barb) Pratt, Verna Pratt-Wood, Shirley (Willis) Sergeant, Gary (Anna) Pratt, Elaine (Glen) Moore and Brian (Sharon) Pratt.

Ron was predeceased by his sister Doris Irvine, brothers Howard and Bob, sistersin-law Pat Pratt, Rosemary Pratt and Margaret McInnes and brother-in-law Ross Irvine. He will be fondly remembered by the Herbert family, his many nieces, nephews, Christine Hill and family, friends and neighbours. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Sunday, February 21st, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 10:00 A.M. Interment Laidley Cemetery, Maberly. A reception was held for family and friends in the Maberly Community Hall following the interment.

In remembrance of Ronald, contributions to Laidley Cemetery or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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

PROULX, IsabeL (nee nIchOLas)

Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus while surrounded by her loving family on Saturday evening, February 20th, 2016; Isabel Christine Proulx of Arnprior passed away following a brief illness. She was 65. Beloved wife of the late Eddie Proulx (July 10, 2013).

Dearly loved mother of Margaret, Nancy (Staphane Aubin) and Eddie Jr. (Pamela), all of Arnprior. Cherished “Grandma” of Melissa, April, Ed Jr., Paul, Julie and Brian and “Great-Grandma” of 3. Dear sister of Ray Nicholas (Cathy), Gary Nicholas (Karen), George Nicholas, Hazel Martin (late Gerald “Butch”) and Mina Schultz (Ronald). Predeceased by her parents Douglas and Margaret (Campbell) Nicholas as well as her brother, Bill Nicholas (late Joan). Special brotherin-law of Fred Proulx (Cindra) and Della Robillard. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. The Proulx family received friends during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday evening, February 24th from 7 to 9 p.m. Spring interment Malloch Road Cemetery. In memory of Isabel, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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LaBELLE, AnnE Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior, on Saturday morning, February 13th, 2016; Anne LaBelle passed away at the age of 84 years. Beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Stella Farnington. Dearly loved mother of Raymond (Nicole) of Arnprior and James of Ottawa.

Predeceased by her brother Bill, and her sister Lillian.

Fondly remembered by the LaBelle, Desjardins, and Ross families. Friends may payed their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday morning, February 20th from 10 until 11:45. A Funeral Liturgy was celebrated in the Pilon Family Chapel on Saturday at 12 noon. Cremation to followed. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca

Bak, Ethel At Lanark Lodge in Perth on Tuesday February 16, 2016 in her 97th year.

Predeceased by her husband Andy Bak. Much loved mother of Linda Pitura (John), William Bak, Earl Bak (Glenda), and Donna Cowan (Brian). Predeceased by her son Allan Bak. Proud grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Friends may visit the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday February 26, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service Saturday in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held in the spring at Munster Union Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated. www.barkerfh.com

Peacefully at the Brockville General Hospital on Friday February 12th, 2016. The former Edith Marie Armstrong age 87 of Athens. Beloved wife of the late Earl Phillips. Mother of Malcolm P. Phillips (Brigitte) of Addison and John M. Phillips (Patricia) of Athens. Loving grandmother of Jennifer (Jason Perkins) and Kevin (Kelly St. John) and great-grandmother of Jacob Perkins and Jayda and Bobby Phillips. Survived by her brother Douglas Armstrong (Joyce) of Keene and her sister Jean Neilson of Westwood. Predeceased by her sister Hilda Drummond. Edith also leaves behind a number of nieces and nephews and their children. Relatives and friends paid their respects at the Judson Funeral Home Athens, on Friday February 19th, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service was held at the Athens United Church on Saturday February 20th, at 11 am. Interment will take place at Maple Vale Cemetery Smiths Falls at a later date. In memoriams to the Athens United Church will be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Visit a Book of Memories at: www.judsonfuneralhome.ca JUDsON FUNERAl hOME 613-924-2626

KLEIBOER, JOhannEs “JOE” GERRIt June 25, 1935 – February 17, 2016 Joe, in his 81st year passed away peacefully at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital with family by his side on Wednesday. Beloved husband of Claire.

He will also be missed by his former wife, Susan. Loved father of Debbie, Cindy (Harry), Stephen (Tammy), Trish (Roger) and David as well as beloved stepfather of Wayne (Barb), Shawn (Val) and Linda (Mike). Fondly remembered by his many grandchildren. He leaves behind his brothers and sister, Herman (Sally), Gerhard (Helen), Anne (Barry) and Brian (Ellen) and many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents, Johannes and Alida (Telgen) and his brother, Tony. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Joe’s Life to take place at the Carleton Place Legion, 177 George Street, Carleton Place on Sunday, February 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Liver Foundation.

In the care of The Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Rowsom “moe” J. m.

(Past President of the Almonte Legion - Branch 240) Passed away accidentally while on holidays in Jamaica on February 11, 2016. “moe” of Clayton, in his 77th year.

Beloved husband for 54 years of Wilhelmina “Ina”. Father of Angela (Stephen) Vaughan of Clayton and Mark of Quadra Island, B.C. Proud “Pops” to three grandchildren Alix Vaughan, Robin Vaughan (Trevor), both of Almonte and Stephen Rowsom (Sherri) of Frankfort, also two great-grandchildren Madison and Emmit.

Family and Friends May Visit C. R. GAmBLE FUNERAL HomE & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ontario.

(613)256-3313 On Friday, February 26, 2016 from 10am to 11am. A Legion Service and speakers will follow visitation at 11am. A Reception will occur after the service in the Almonte Legion. Donations in memory of “Moe” may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Thompson Ivan William

Longtime Member Carleton Place Lions Club

Peacefully in hospital, Carleton Place, with loved ones by his side, on Saturday, February 20, 2016 in his 77th year. Predeceased by his loved wife Betty. Cherished companion of Barb McFarlane. Much loved dad of Steve (Jill Miller), Jason, the late David and the late Susan. “Poppa Ivan” of Kyus, Soren, Seamus, Michael, Jake and Sam. Dear great-grandfather of Dominik. Dear brother of Marion, late Allan, late Carman, late Fern and the late Howie. A family graveside service will be held in the spring at United Cemeteries, Carleton Place. The Carleton Place Lions Club will hold a memorial gathering in memory of Ivan-an amazing member, later in the spring. For those desiring donations to the Carleton Place Lions Club would by appreciated by the family. A heartfelt thank you to Barb McFarlane, Kate McFarlane-Brennan, Jason Watson, Dean and Kelly McDonald, Jeff Keill, Russell Harris, Helene Anderson, Robert Anderson, Dr. Scott Higham and the staff of the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital and to Jill for all her love and support. www.barkerfh.com

Lesway, Margaret E. (nee Coleman) Peacefully in hospital, Perth, Ontario, on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at the age of 97 years.

Loved wife of the late James Lesway.

Beloved sister of Harold Coleman (Jean), late William Coleman, late John Coleman (Claudia-surviving). Survived by sisters-in-law Mary Kennedy and Margaret Henderson and brother-in-law John Lesway. Loved by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family and friends.

Friends were received at the Alan R Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave. Carleton Place on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 12 noon until time of service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Spring interment United Cemeteries, Carleton Place.

For those desiring donations to Beckwith Baptist Church or the Cancer Society would be appreciated. www.barkerfh.com

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Wakeling Donald Frederick Wakeling Donald passed away, in hospital, Perth on Monday, February 15, 2016, surrounded by his loving wife and son.

Donald Frederick Wakeling, of Lombardy, at the age of 69. He was predeceased by his parents Frederick and Irene Wakeling, and by his brother Doug, in 1968. Cherished husband to Carmel (nee King), and loving father to Darcy, all of Lombardy. Also left to mourn his loss, is his sister, Doreen (late Bob) Knorr, of Brantford. Donald will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his dear mother in law, Myrtle McFarlane, as well as his in laws: Erma (Bill) Pretty, Bill King, Steven King and Adelene (Jim) McCord. Donald will be fondly remembered by Lisa Bauer and family and Bradley Knorr and his family. In accordance with Donald’s wishes, cremation has taken place, with a private interment to be held at Guthrie Cemetery, Clayton, in spring 2016. Friends were invited to visit with and support Don’s family on Friday, February 19th, from 11:00 am until service time in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. A reception followed the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Mr. Wakeling’s arrangements are in the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

Keeling Peter Ernest Keeling

Peter passed away in Perth on Wednesday, February 17th, 2016 at the age of 88 years and went home to be with the Lord. He was the loved husband of Mary (Allen) Keeling and devoted father of Phil (Elaine) Keeling and Elizabeth Keeling (Jacques Charpentier).

Peter was the cherished grandfather of Andrew Keeling and Megan (Paul) Danis and great grandfather to Owen and Jillian Danis. He will be sadly missed by his sister Shirley Hood in England, relatives and friends. Peter and Mary owned The Word Christian Book Store in Perth from 1994 to 2014. Many thanks to the dedicated staff at Lanark Lodge. Peter was a member of St. James Church in Perth and prior St. James in Carleton Place. Family and friends were invited to join together for a funeral service held in St. James Anglican Church, Perth on Saturday February 20th, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. followed by a reception in the church hall. In memory of Peter, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County.

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

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Freda Martha

Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, February 16, 2016, in her 90th year. She will be sorrowfully missed by sisters Lilah and Hilda Langstaff and sisters-in-law Kay Gilmer and Jean Gilmer.

Predeceased by sisters Marion, Kathaleen (Kay) Selleck, Evelyn Bowbeer and brothers Charles, Gerald, Alton, sistersin-law Dorothy (Price), Helen (Kingston), Dorothy (McRae) and brothers-in-law Garnet Selleck, Charles Bowbeer and Ray Langstaff. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Freda enjoyed a long career as a registered nurse in Toronto, Brockville, Ogdensburg, N.Y. and Kemptville District Hospital, retiring in 1989. Freda will be remembered for her kindness and generosity. Her strong and steadfast faith supported and comforted her through all of life’s joys and challenges. Family wishes to express deep appreciation to the staff of Kemptville District Hospital and Bayfield Retirement Home for their care and love shown to Freda. Friends visited the Brown Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Monday, February 22, 2016.

A Celebration of Life service was held at North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Road, Kemptville on Tuesday at 2 pm. Donations may be made to the North Grenville Community Church or World Hope Canada.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

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McKAY Ronald Thomas (30 Year Employee of Sandvik) Passed away with his family at his side on February 17, 2016 at the Almonte General Hospital.

Ronald of Almonte, ON., at the age of 64.

Sadly missed by his two daughters Carrie Hopper (Bruce), and Trena Crawford (Brett).

Remembered by his five granddaughters Makayla, Jenna, Kenzie, Emily and Maddy.

Predeceased by his parents James and Pearl. Survived by his siblings Katherine Kennedy (Anthony), Linda Trimble (Dereke), Nancy Garland (Rick), Jack (Jocelyn), Marilyn Gauthier (Mike), and Susan Caillier (Kevin).

A Celebration Of Ronald’s Life Took Place At The C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 On Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 11am.

Reception followed at the Almonte Legion.

Inurnment at Guthrie United Cemetery (Clayton, ON.) will be held in the Spring.

Donations in memory of Ronald may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation or a charity of your choice. A special thanks to the staff at the Almonte General Hospital for their care and support.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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(Co-Owner of Knights inn Motel, Arnprior) Peacefully at home while surrounded by loved ones in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 14th, 2016. Naliniben Patel of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness; she was 43. Beloved wife of Rasikbhai. Dearly loved mother of Dharmi. Daughter of Bhikhbhai and Shakuntulaben Patel of Perth. Dear sister of Rajeshbhai Patel (Shilaben) of Perth and Dinaben Patel (Vishalbhai) of Atlanta, Georgia. Also survived by many family members in Canada, the United States and abroad. Family and friends attended visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday evening, February 16th from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday morning, February 17th from 10:30 to 11:45. A Service then took place in the Pilon Family Chapel at 12 noon. Cremation followed.

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Ferguson B. Alexander “Alex”

Suddenly at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 in his 78th year.

Beloved husband of Brenda. Loving father of Donna (Emmitt Griffith), Connie (Brian Kelford), Tony Ferguson (Stephanie) and Johnny Ferguson (Sindy). Dear grandfather to Brittney (Matt), Dylan, Victoria, Thomas, Carter, Spencer, Briana, Chace and Ryder. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home on Friday, February 26, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A Celebration of Alex’s life will take place on Saturday, June 11, 2016 starting at 12 Noon at the cottage (160 R12 Old Kingston Road). As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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It is with great sadness and disbelief that we inform you of the passing of Fred Rickenbacher on Thursday, February 18, 2016 in his 63rd year. He was the ever loving husband of Beatrice. Best father in the world to Rebecca (Brandon Nolan) and Sabrina.

Dear grampy of Olivia and Emma.

Fondly remembered by many extended family and friends. Friends are invited to Celebrate Fred’s life on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 12 noon until 4 pm at Bass Lake Lodge, Lombardy. Dress as if you’re coming for a party at the lodge.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or any charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

DUCHESNE Karen (née Leger)

Mrs. Karen Duchesne at Cornwall Hospice on Friday February 19, 2016 at the age of 64 years. Beloved wife of 45 years to Richard Duchesne. Loving mother of Jamie Duchesne (Nikki). Sadly missed by 2 grandchildren Colt and Hailie. Loved daughter of the late James and Edna (née Dumond) Leger. Dear sister of Thomas Leger (Denise), James Leger (Denise), and Shirley Zappia (Frank). Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Rested at the Wilson Funeral Home 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall where visitation was held on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM and Tuesday 9-9:45 AM. Funeral service was held in the Chapel of the Wilson Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 10:00 AM . The celebrant was Karen’s sister Pastor Shirley Zappia. Committal to take place at a later date at St. Lawrence Valley Cemetery, Long Sault. If so desired contributions in her memory to Cornwall Hospice would be appreciated by the family. Online messages of condolences may be made in the obituary section of www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

NewtoN Connie

(nee Burnside)

Peacefully passed away at Scarborough Centenary Hospital with her family by her side on Monday, February 15, 2016 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Warren Newton. Connie was the daughter of the late Frederick and Wionna Burnside of Smiths Falls. Connie will be missed by her sister Heather (Allan Vaughan), niece Vicki Vaughan, nephews; Steven (Angela), Robert (Lisa), great-nephews; Gregory (Nicole), Connor, Andrew, great-nieces; Crystal and Gabrielle as well as her many extended family members. Burial has already taken place.

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Dicaire, Cynthia Susan Peacefully at home, on Wednesday February 17, 2016 at the age of 50. Daughter of Judy Dicaire and the late Ronald Dicaire. She will be dearly missed by her sisters Gail Amyot (Denis) and Laura Dicaire (Pat). Dear aunt of Tyler (Ashlynn), Rosebud, Derrik (Brianne), Landon, Cadence, Tanya, Alex, Josie and Terrie. Great-aunt of Ellie, Sophie and Leah.

She will always be in our hearts...We love you sis. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Special thank you to the Metis Nation, Miigwetch, with love, Liva and PSW’s www.barkerfh.com

DEATH NOTICE

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

GREENE

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

FULLER – In loving memory of our parents, Hazel, a dear mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and greatgrandmother who passed away February 27, 2011 and Eric, a dear father, father-in-law, grandfather and greatgrandfather who passed away May 24, 2003.

Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered every day; No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts, they are always there.

Forever in our hearts, Sharron and Korny, John and Pat, Paul and Asta, Susan and Caleb, Carole, Josephine and Kathy, all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

COUTTS, Ken – February 27, 2014 In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

A silent thought, a secret tear.

Keeps his memory every dear.

Time takes away the edge of grief But memory turns back every leaf.

Forever loved and never to be forgotten Dora and family

IN MEMORIAM

DONOVAN, Helen – Remembering a wonderful mother, who left us on February 22, 1998.

As angels keep their watch up there, Please God, just let her know That we down here do not forget, We love and miss her so.

Within our hearts we always keep A special place for you, And try to do our best to live As you would want us to.

In our memory you are near Loved, remembered, longed for always, With the passing of each year.

Love, Joan, Don, Charlie, Dianne, Art, Nancy and their families

Marion Isabel

Peacefully at Hilltop Manor on Monday, February 22, 2016 in her 90th year.

Beloved wife of the late Hubert Greene.

Loving mother of Lorne (Nancy) and George. Dear grandmother to Kyle, Josh and Hannah.

Sister-in-law of Armand Paquette and Gladys (Hugh Brown). Predeceased by her parents Lorne and Lyda McNayr, her brother Oscar (Isabelle) McNayr and sister Vicki Paquette. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Thursday, February 25, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, February 26, 2016 at 11 am.

As expressions of sympathy donations to L.A.W.S. would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.lannin.ca.

IN MEMORIAM

WHITEN In memory of a loving husband, father and grandfather, Wade Whiten who passed away on February 23, 2013.

It’s lonely here without you We miss you more each day For life is not the same to us Since you were called away.

To your resting place we visit Place flowers there with care But no one knows our heartache When we turn and leave you there.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by wife Diane, children: Teena (Matt), Todd, Crystal (Marty); grandchildren: Brandon, Taylor, Zoe, Owen, Charleigh and Cora, mother Elaine, brother Brent, sisters Linda, Terry, Penny, Kim and their families

Norman J. Wright August 8, 1932 - February 28, 2015 I remember the day I met you, And the day God made you mine, I remember the day God took you, And will till the end of time.

We made our vows together, Until death do we part, But the day God took you from me, My whole world fell apart.

Sometimes I think I’m dreaming, I can’t believe it’s true, That I can go on living, When I no longer have you.

And the memories of the happy years, When we were together, The joys, the tears, the love, the fears Will stay with me forever.

And when I’m sad and lonely, And everything goes wrong, I seem to hear you whisper, Cheer up and carry on.

Each time I see your picture, You seem to smile and say, Don’t cry I’m only sleeping, We’ll meet again some day.

My Love, My Life, My Everything Lovingly Remembered Faye

COADY, W. James (Jim) – In loving memory of a dear Dad and Grandpa, who passed away February 26, 2003.

Down the path of memories we slowly walk today.

Our thoughts forever with you, as life goes on its way.

If memories bring us closer, We are never far apart, For always in our memory, you are present by our side.

Remembering you can cause a smile, Bring laughter or a tear.

These memories are so precious, That keep you ever near.

Forever in our hearts …

Doug, Deb, Erin and family

DIXON – In loving memory of my dear husband Edward, who passed away February 26, 1982.

My life goes on without you and nothing is the same, I have to hold the heartache when someone speaks your name.

Sad is my heart that loves you, Silent the tears that fall, Living my life without you, Is the hardest part of all.

You were always there for me Your heart so kind and true, And when I needed something I always counted on you.

Our special years will not return When you and I were together, But with the love within my heart I’ll walk with you forever.

I love you Ted xxx Eleanor

McMULLEN, Stephen R. – May 5, 1976 – February 27, 2000 Fond are the ties that are broken, Dear is the one that is gone, In memory we shall keep him As long as the years roll on.

As we loved him, so we miss him, In our memory he is dear Loved, remembered, longed for always, Bringing many a silent tear.

“In silence we remember.”

Say “hello” to Grampa and Ron. Love Dad and McMullen and Coutanche families

IN MEMORIAM

COMING EVENTS

COMING EVENTS

Do you know CHRIST AS HEALER?

Do you know why some people are healed and some not?

JESUS is the Healer of all your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs.

Bring the sick on:

LESLIE, Larry – In loving memory of my husband Larry.

February 27, 2013 The saddest moment is when the person who gave you the best memories, becomes a memory.

Forver in my heart, love Susan

Sunday night February 28, 2016 7:00 pm

Upper Room Antrim Truck Stop 580 White Lake Road - Exit 184 in Arnprior CLR665593_0225

Mixed firewood, stored inside, $90/cord, call 613-258-5881 or 613-850-0558

Cedar rails, pickets & posts for sale, as well as rough sawn cedar & pine lumber. Call or text 613-913-7958.

Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic.

Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca (613)283-3629.

FUNERAL SERVICES

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~NEWS ~ NEWS ~ NEWS~ Lanark County Liquidators 182 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls, brandnew liquidations, antiques, contemporary furniture, new LED collectible signs, household furniture, tools, business liquidations, banquet tables, stacking chairs, Tin collectible signs & more Dan Peters Sales Centre 3768 Highway 43 W. Smiths Falls.

Brand new Ontario made mattress and box sets, quality full-size appliances with warranty

Ariens 27 ton log splitter. American Built.

Subaru engine. $1,899, 1 only, regular $2,499.

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BOTH buildings open: Thursdays 12 PM to 5 PM Fridays 12 PM to 8 PM Saturdays 12 PM to 5 PM Sunday 12 PM to 5 PM

CASH PAID - We Buy & Sell complete estates, household furniture, antiques, appliances, business liquidations, collectibles and private collections just about everything under the sun Call or text Dan 613-285-4224

DAN PETERS AUCTION

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FUNERAL SERVICES

FUNERAL SERVICES

Cremations from $1,295* To Learn more, call 613-384-3245

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COMING EVENTS

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 30 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $60/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045.

FOR SALE

A DEAL ON STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various colours,soffit & fascia Windows: REBAR, skylight sheets, custom trim. barn/door track & trolleys. Nails & Screws.

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

“Classic Country” -From the Heart, For the Heart.

February 28,, 1:30-7:30 p.m. Westboro Legion, 389 Richmond Rd (near Churchill), Ottawa.

Advance tickets $10.

613-592-9433.

Dry mixed hardwood, cut, split and delivered locally. $350/cord. 613-267-5772.

TD Logging. Cut and split hardwood, $350/cubic, softwood $150/cubic. Will deliver. Tandem loads firewood logs, $1,250. Visa accepted.

Tyler 613-264-5454, 613-812-5454.

FOR SALE

FIELDING - In loving memory of Lois Fielding who passed away March 3, 2004.

It’s lonely here without you, We miss you more each day.

For life is not the same to us, Since you were called away.

Silently we grieve, And brush away our tears.

The memories you left behind, Will last throughout the years.

Ken and Family

5 Generations of firewood sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Volume discount. Outdoor furnace wood also available.

613-253-8006.

Outdoor furnace wood, poplar in log length, $750/load. 613-267-5772.

And in memory of my brother and step-brother, Philip Price, February 20, 2013 and Andrew McPhee, February 20, 2015

MARSHALL, Joel – In loving memory of Joel, February 18, 2002.

Clasped in the arms of Jesus Safe on His gentle breast There by His arms entwined Sweetly his soul doth rest You will be forever loved and missed.

See you again, Aunt Lynda xoxo

FIREWOOD

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by Arbor Memorial

*Includes cremation, the supervision and co-ordination of the services, documentation, local transfer of deceased and shelter, a vehicle used for administration and transferring, and MDF cremation container.

Arbor Memorial Inc.

CL444073

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Ladies and accompanied children under 16 free.

Buy/sell/trade.

Firearms, ammunition, knives, military antiques, hunting gear & fishing tackle. For show info and table inquiries call John (613)928-2382, siderisjp@sympatico.ca.

All firearm laws are to be obeyed, trigger locks are required.

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1978 Yamaha E.T.250 snowmobile. Good running order. $1200 firm.

613-267-3732 after 4 p.m.

FARM 3x3x6 big squares of hay, First cut, stored inside. $40 each. 613-267-5772.

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613-267-5772.

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STUART BOOKKEEPING AND TAX SERVICES Full Service Personal and business

613-832-8012 COMPUTER

PETS

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Adult

Smiths Falls Air conditioned

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Corner of McGill & William Sts.

613-283-0220 Professional Office Space Perth - 160 sq. ft. and up. Ready for occupancy.

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Hydro, heat, water, parking and laundry facilities included. $1,075/month.

Call Perry 613-284-4191 Weagle Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

2 bedroom apartment well maintained adult building, Smiths Falls, parking, fridge, stove, heat, hydro, laundry facilities included. $900/month. Call Perry 613-284-4191 Weagle Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

2 bedroom apartment, Available Immediately, 41 Sunset Towers, Perth, Ontario.

Contact Bud @ 613-267-0567

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Available immediately, 2 Large 2 Bedroom Apt. bedroom apartment with Perth, seniors welcome. balcony. Heat, water and $ 8 0 0 / m n t h . parking included. Seniors 613-267-5746 welcome. No dogs. 5 Rogers Rd., Perth.

Luxurious town house 613-267-4189. with all the bells and whistles large MASTER Bachelor apartment in bedroom, gas fireplace senior’s building at 375 with sunroom. Eat in kitchCountry St., Almonte. en and patio deck off eatAvailable immediately. ing area. Private yard. Six Must be 65+. $527/month appliances, hardwood and includes water and park- ceramic throughout. Heat ing. Heat and hydro extra. included. Parking Available Call 613-256-1031 ask for $ 1449. per month. Near Lisa.

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Phone 613-715-2410 Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No Merrickville- Large 2 bedsmoking, no pets. First & room apt. Nicely decoratlast months rent $750.00 ed. Parking, stove, fridge, & up. 1 & 2 bedroom heat, water included. coinapartments. Senior’s 1 laundry on site, pet friendMonth Free Discount. Call ly, $895/mth. plus hydro.

613-863-6487 or First/last required.

613-720-9860 613-283-0746.

Carleton Place, small 2 bedroom home, in a rather busy location, available March 1. No pets. $795 plus utilities.

613-257-5711.

Perth- 2 bedroom apartment $750/mth, in modern, well maintained, centrally located building.

Security/intercom system, professionally maintained, laundry facilities. Parking Carleton Place Victorian included.

Plus hydro.

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2 Bedroom Apartment, Carleton Place. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, heat, hydro, parking included. $1,000/month. No pets, no smoking. First, last, references. Available immedi- Chambers St., Smiths ately. 613-621-2299, leave Falls, roomy 2 bedroom apartment, all inclusive, message. well maintained, laundry, yard, parking. Adult build2 bedroom bungalow, ing only. No pets, no bright eat-in kitchen and smoking. Available immelivingroom, large fenced diately. $890/month. yard, near park. 613-283-1697. $950/month plus hydro.

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Country, 3 bedroom, Kinburn/Woodlawn area, 5 appliances. $1,185/month plus utilities.

613-832-1557.

Perth, both side of a duplex. Quiet street close to park & shopping. 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 4 appliances, large deck, driveway & yard. $900 + gas heat & hydro.

613-267-7464.

Perth- New senior luxury rental apt. unit. Available immediately. Unit is 800 sq. ft. 1 bedroom, 1 media room. Brick building. Central air. Propane heat. In floor heating in bathroom.

Front and back porches.

Emergency backup power.

Crown moulding. Porcelain floors, modern kitchen. $1,100/mth. plus utilities includes dishwasher and washer and dryer. One 8x10 exterior shed included for each rental unit. References required. Rentals for 1 year lease preferred. No pets.

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Downtown Smiths Falls, Newly renovated one Bedroom apartment, security building with elevator.

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Notice to Creditors and Others All claims against the estate of George Edward Duncan, late of the Township of Lanark Highlands in the County of Lanark, who died on or about the 21st day of January, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustees on or before the 12th day of March, 2016; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth, this 11th day of February, 2016.

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Notice to Creditors and Others All claims against the estate of Beverly Anne Beattie, late of the town of Smiths Falls in the County of Lanark, who died on or about the 8th day of January, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 12th day of March, 2016; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth, this 11th day of February, 2016.

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Who can resist the bright smiling faces of those brilliant sunflowers?

Dale Horeczy and Brad Daily, owners of Kricklewood Farm at 421 Kitley Line 8, just west of Frankville, are too busy preparing for the upcoming giant Sunflower Festival in August to worry about a little snow right now.

“It’s a Sunday afternoon in the country,” said Horeczy.

There will be some new events and some old favourites this year as the event will be a fundraising effort for Mel’s Farm and All Animal Rescue.

Melanie Young of Mel’s Farm said she loves this event.

“I absolutely love the Sunflower Festival and I absolutely love Dale and Brad,” she said. “They are real animal lovers and we were on the board of directors for LAWS together. They adopted a dog, Emma, a pig, Daisy, and some barn cats from Mel’s Farm. They are always there to help.

Last year was a blast and the vendors did extremely well.”

Young added that this event raises a lot of money for the farm, but “it’s a lot of work for them.”

Horeczy said there will be “lots of things sunflower related.”

This year’s planning party is approaching on Feb. 28 and Horeczy wants anyone interested in helping out with various committees to give him a shout.

Whether you want to be involved with children’s activities, a silent auction, a barnyard tour, or even a vendor, please call ahead and let him know.

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Dale Horeczy and Melanie Young stand among the Submitted photo sunflowers during a recent fundraising effort at A picture of a blooming sunflower field is a welcomed sign of summer at Kricklewood Kricklewood Farm for Mel’s Farm and All Animal ResFarm near Frankville. cue.

“We’re looking for a lot more volunteers this year because it’s going to be bigger and better than ever,” Horeczy said. Volunteers will be easily identified, as they will be wearing same coloured T-shirts depicting an event organizer.

“We have some new events that we’re working through the details, like a taste-testing tent.”

Horeczy said he’s toying with the idea of having local cooks on site to prepare appetizers using the Kricklewood oils and honey that he and Daily make using their own crop. They added honey to the mix a couple years ago as a great complement to the sunflower products.

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hit their peak a couple weeks prior to the festival. It’s because of that, they will be hosting the Sunflower Festival the first Sunday in August this year.

“We still had a fantastic day,” Horeczy said. “The sunflowers will start to open the end of July and bloom for about a month.”

But he added that sun, heat, rain… the weather in general, has an effect on the crop of sunflowers.

Some of the festival favourites include a farmers’ market where artisans and crafters who wish to come to the event, are encouraged to call the farm.

“We’re looking for more of an artisan market type of vendor,” Horeczy said.

That’s not to say they will exclude those who are selling food related

products like jarred preserves, jams, jellies or cooking essentials.

“We get people coming from as far away as Ottawa who are out for a Sunday drive,” he said, who may be looking for more of the arts and crafts type of items.

A silent auction raised more than $1,000 last year (overall, the event raised about $3,000 last summer), and Horeczy said he’s expecting to exceed that this year.

The event gets support from many local businesses in Brockville, Smiths Falls, Perth, Kingston.

“We get great support from our stores where we sell our products.”

Guests can also enjoy some barnyard tours where they can see some exotic chickens, some goats, and ducks.

“We have a lovely old restored tim-

ber frame barn where people can look around inside,” he said.

Pet portraits with Kat Durant will also be available, so bring your pet out for a photo for a donation to Mel’s Farm.

Horeczy said he wants to expand on the children’s activities and perhaps introduce some old-fashioned games, like the sack race, the egg on a spoon race, even the three-legged race.

Donation jars may also pop up around the farm as Horeczy said folks were asking if they could just make a donation to the cause.

And if mobility is an issue, there is a drop-off zone near the gates, and lots of free parking. To get involved with this event, please call Horeczy at 613-275-9901. The organizing meeting will start at 1 p.m. on Feb. 28.

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The senior girls, coached by Leanne Watt (back left) and Kelly Paul (back right) are the Lanark County champs. They hosted EOSSAA this week. Results available next week.

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But PDCI showed their heart and determination. As a team whose core has gelled, it showed on the court.

“The core of this team has been together for four years, and we haven’t lost a league game in four years.”

That’s four Lanark County Interschool Athletic Association championships for the senior Blue Devils.

“They love volleyball. Their superior commitment… they love to play and they love to practise.”

Behind the girls are their parents.

“We have played lots of league games, in lots of tournaments all over eastern Ontario and without their (parents) support, we wouldn’t have moments like this,” Watt said. “I’m so proud of them.”

PDCI will host the EOSSAA championship Thursday, Feb. 25.

“Hopefully we can bring our A game like we did today,” Watt said. “But nothing tastes better than the Lanark County championship. For a small school like us, it’s a culmination of all their efforts since November.”

Team members include Becca Fowler, Lilli Strong, Korry Brankin, Mekalah Leach Rathwell, Abby Brandon, Mikaela Congreves, Sadie Bowler, Alex Roberts and Shayla Fisher.

PDCI was 9-1 in the league this season; their only loss was against Carleton Place.

Jamie Bell, coach of the Bears, said they were confident coming into the LCIAA finals.

“It was anybody’s ball game today,” he said.

“The girls came in and played strong in the first (set). We were ready for them. There is no doubt about that.”

Bell said they weren’t passing or hitting as well as they could have.“We have several girls who are good hitters,” he said. He added that PDCI’s play was strong – no surprises.

“Their No. 11 (Brandon) was all over the court today. She’s an amazing player – club ball caliber. We didn’t do a good enough job keeping the ball away from her. So she was involved in every play which meant their contacts were going to their setter better,” he said.

Bell said he’s got a good core of vets who will return next year.

Carleton Place will travel to Casselman next Wednesday, Feb. 24 for EOSSAA for double-A schools.

Bell said he anticipates the girls will do well there.

“I know there are a couple of club teams that may be at EOSSAA and those will be a challenge,” he said.

JUNIOR CHAMPS The PDCI Jr. Devils needed four games to handle the rowdy Bears as they earned the Lanark County Championship with scores of 2520, 25-22, 22-25, 25-23.

Despite being down two sets, the Bears took the third set by just three points. The fourth game was not an easy one for the Blue Devils who managed to keep the Bears at bay through this one. At one point, the game was tied at 19 with some lengthy volleys that kept those on the bench on their feet.

A Bears serve into the net gave the Blue Devils the championship.

Sarah Cordick, co-coach of the junior girls, said they had a great team this year.

“This was the best competition we’ve seen all season,” Cordick said of her girls who went 10-0 during league play.

“They’re looking good – they competed really good with double-A and triple-A teams, so our expectations are high to win a gold medal (at EOSSAA),” she said. “We should at least medal.”

After losing the third set, the girls pulled out all the stops.

“We really played as a team,” she said. “We don’t have that one player who wins the game for us. What they did today, they put together a team effort – they worked well as a team and that was our goal.”

It was the first LCIAA championship for members of this team. They include: Olivia Bourque, Sam Capell, Nicole Carnrite, Elizabeth Code, Sydney Deacon, Nadine Drouin, Romy Hansen, Gracey MacDonald, Georgia Machan, Bronwyn Roberts and Jillian Uniacke.

The junior Blue Devils will travel to Deep River for EOSSAA next Wednesday.

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Connected to Your Community - P2 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Municipal Connection www.perth.ca TOWN OF PERTH COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION NUMBER D13-AC- 01/16 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Perth Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, (as amended), on Friday, the 18th day of March, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., in the Town Hall, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario.

THE PURPOSE of the application is to consider a proposed increase in the maximum lot coverage in the Residential Fourth Density (R4) Zone through a minor variance in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended.

THE EFFECT of this application would be to permit an increase in the maximum lot coverage from 35% to 41% for all structures to allow for a building addition to the rear of the dwelling.

THE SUBJECT LANDS are described as PT Lot 13 South of North Street, Plan 8828, being Part 1 RP 27R-4384 and are municipally known as 8 Drummond St W. in the Town of Perth.

THE KEY MAP below indicates the location of the lands subject to the variance application.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the application is available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., weekdays in the Planning Department at the Town Hall. Please call in advance to ensure that staff will be available to assist you.

ALSO TAKE NOTICE that signed, written submissions shall be accepted by the Secretary-Treasurer prior to, or during the hearing and such submissions shall be available for inspection by any interested party. In addition, if a party, who is notified, does not attend the hearing, the Committee can proceed and the party is not entitled to any further notice of hearings.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: MOBILE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2016 As the Town of Perth marks its 200th Anniversary in 2016, we are seeking proposals from local businesses that would involve promoting Perth on a mobile vehicle or trailer for a period of one year. The advertising should contain at least the Heritage Perth logo and website. Proposals will be accepted at Perth Town Hall, c/o Shannon Baillon until Feb 29th, 2016. Submissions should include a picture of the mobile unit, size of logo(s) provided, radius of travel of vehicle/ trailer, other promotional items on the mobile unit, and the cost for one year. For more details please contact Shannon Baillon at sbaillon@perth.ca.

Connected to Your Community - P3 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

The Table offers FoodFit Formula to better our health The Table Community Food Centre in Perth is pleased to be offering a program for anyone who wants to take steps towards a healthier lifestyle through moderate exercise and healthy eating.

FoodFit is a 12 week program developed by The Table’s partner Community Food Centres Canada that uses the positive reinforcement of a peer group to help people make lasting improvements positive to their

health.

The program combines fun, hands-on cooking sessions and foodbased activities with take-home recipes, shared meals and snacks, easyto-understand nutrition information, group exercise, self-directed goal-setting and useful tools to navigate the increasingly complex food choices at the local supermarket.

We will make soups, sauces and salad dressings from scratch, healthy

snacks and lower sugar desserts, and explore new and interesting flavours.

The goal of this program is to give everyone the tools they need to make choices that will improve their health.

“I am excited about running this program because it doesn’t pretend that everyone is at the same stage, it gives people room to set their own goals based on where they are at in life,” says The Table’s Community Kitchen coordinator, Rosie Kerr.

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She explains that the FoodFit model is designed to respect the limits of people’s individual circumstances, and encourage everyone to “take small steps, and make changes they can live with.”

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Priority will be given to community members who self identify as living in a low-income household.

For information or to register contact Rosie Kerr 613-267-6428 extension 6 or rosie@thetablecfc.org

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Life as simple pioneers gets complicated for family in Rideau Lakes Twp.

By Catherine Reynolds

Sitting in their home shrouded by dense woods north of Kingston, a Canadian family is fighting to preserve a lifestyle they feel is endangered by corruption and greed.

“We have a pioneer spirit,” says Scott Warren. “We just want to get back to the basics.”

The basics, according to Scott and his family, is living off the land and avoiding empty materialistic pursuits.

It is a lifestyle that demands hardwork and resolve; proven by the thick calluses on his hands and a determination in his wife’s voice.

“We believe this lifestyle is very healthy,” says Scott, a writer and researcher who spends his time teaching his teenage sons how to live simple, but meaningful lives.

“We’re just as vulnerable as the next person when it comes to making mistakes. But we try our best to live our lives honourably.”

A brief glance around their home shows lessons in agriculture, cooking, woodworking, physics, music, spirituality and basic survival.

“That, for us, is living,” says Scott, a former school teacher. “We’re trying to be simple people and we’re trying to be environmental. We grow a majority of what we eat.”

It is a pioneering lifestyle that is respected by most Canadians.

Talking over a cup of tea in the kitchen, the family is polite and gracious. The overhead light is powered by solar panels and a wind turbine in the yard.

Scott talks with pride about the outdoor kitchen, greenhouse, vegetable garden and outbuildings that surround the family’s off-grid home.

Their innovation includes a winter fridge cooled from the outside and a water system propelled by gravity.

The ornament on their stove is intricate; almost disguising as art its essential purpose to cook and heat with wood.

Thoughtful with their answers, the family talks with integrity. They describe how strongly they feel about sustainability and the right to privacy and autonomy.

“We’re taking control of our own health. We are trying to be self-sufficient citizens,” explains Scott.

“By being off the grid, we actually threaten the system. You feel the squeeze for every single thing.”

The squeeze, according to Scott and his family, is control and interference by private industry and government.

Reported to their municipal government for building without permits, the Warrens appeared before Rideau Lakes Township in February 2016 to apologize for not obtaining proper building permits and complain about

a misuse of government power.

Scott and his wife say their rights were trampled in the municipality’s pursuit to investigate two anonymous complaints and achieve compliance.

According to the couple, municipal staff accessed private property (through a locked and posted gate) without permission or a warrant and the municipality tried to apply pressure tactics to get what it wanted.

“It’s a bully tactic. It’s an abuse of power,” says Scott, 46.

“There’s no open dialogue by the mayor and you get a distinct feeling they’re above the law, yet they hold everyone else to account.”

The couple says it never set-out to evade taxes when they started constructing in 2009 without the proper building permits. The construction replaced a homestead that burned down 25 years ago on the familyowned land.

“We wanted to build incrementally without going into debt by assuming a mortgage. The township made no provision for doing so,” he explains.

Paperwork for the permits has been filed with the township and is under review. Once the permits are issued, the family will receive a civic address for 911 and a market value assessment by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) which will put them on the tax roll. They’re expected to pay for three years of

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It is an outcome they accept. What they don’t understand is the manner in which the municipality conducted itself.

Staff trespassing, elected officials unwilling to discuss the matter and a severance application tied to the building permits - all add-up to foul play according to the Warrens.

Representing them before council was family friend Jeremy Neven.

Scott and his family call the man a hero for helping them navigate the bureaucratic system and championing their cause.

“I’m angry. I’m angry because our system of democracy was ignored,” Jeremy told township council on Feb. 1.

“All of you have been given the mandate by the residents of this township to govern. I’m sure that none of you take this mandate lightly, but please be aware that your governance will be remembered as one that either served or subjugated its residents.

Please take this opportunity to make this township a better and easier place for all of our friends, families and neighbours to grow-in and enjoy.”

“I sincerely hope you aren’t camouflaging the main issue,” responded Mayor Ron Holman who explained the matter was a safety issue due to the family’s lack of 911 coverage.

Deeper into the meeting, the fam-

ily was told by other council members mistakes were made in the handling of their case.

I’m disappointed staff didn’t follow the spirit of independence and private property, said Councillor Claire Gunnewiek.

“I’m a little disappointed staff walked on property and didn’t even try to talk to the Warrens,” she says.

“I’m disappointed too,” adds Councillor Jeff Banks.

The admission was appreciated by the family.

“It was tremendously meaningful to us that these councillors would go against the flow in a time when bureaucrats tend to circle- the-wagons in the interest of self-preservation and keeping their attorneys and insurance companies happy,” says Scott.

“It (trespassing by municipal staff) was a violation of privacy and the reality is they could have just called and made an appointment. Two wrongs don’t make a right. We want to make it right on our end and they need to make it right on theirs.”

Looking at their children, the couple is resolved to model courage and accountability by seeing this process to the end.

“We are free thinkers,” Scott says with conviction. “We believe we have God-given freedoms and we feel this is an infringement on those freedoms.”

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It was freezing, but it didn’t stop people from attending the opening day of the maple spring season at Fulton’s Pancake House and Sugar Bush recently.

Fulton’s, situated between Almonte and Pakenham, offered visitors a fun-filled holiday weekend, beginning on Saturday, Feb. 13.

It was too cold for sleigh rides, as the horses were hiding in the barn; however, there were still a number of other goings-on: bush craft demonstrations, maple snow taffy, campfire, face painting, self-guided tours and more. Fulton’s 120seat restaurant was open, serving up fluffy pancakes, maple baked beans, sausages, maple desserts and hot beverages.

For those looking to take a piece of Fulton’s home, both the sugar bush’s gift shop and newlyopen general store offered a variety of products: maple syrup, maple gourmet

foods, outerwear, Maple Luscious product line, Watson Pewter, Gilligallou Bird Inc. feeders, books, etc.

In addition to the traditional maple products available at Fulton’s, “we brought in local and Canadian artisans,” Colleen Bloom said of the general store’s offerings.

Bloom manages the store, and she is Fulton’s social media expert.

“We carry Watson Pewter from Tweed, suet feeders called Fat Heads from Gilligallou Bird Store in Almonte, Pine Ridge Studio pottery (Elisabeth Allison) and wood pieces from Tay River Creations,” Bloom said.

Gourmet products for sale include jams, maple mustard, spices, maple sugar, maple chai tea, maple coffee, maple chocolate, maple cheddar cheese, maple butter and maple bacon popcorn.

“New this season: Maple Latte and Maple Chocolate Chip soaps,” Bloom said.

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few weeks ago an online banking institution launched a commercial that grabbed my attention. At first it was because of its catchy music. It’s called “Hard Work” and is a sound off tune that makes me want to download it to my playlist and put it on a loop so I can run 5K. Maybe 10, depending on my mood. (“Left! Left! Left right left!”)

The message was appealing, too.

The commercial shows a bunch of different people working at their various jobs. It very effectively, at least in my opinion, expresses the fact many folks have demanding, stressful, difficult jobs.

Sometimes the jobs are poopy.

It shows a restaurant dishwasher toiling behind a growing pile of dirty plates, a child-care worker covered in barf, a personal support worker lifting an elderly man into a bath, a veterinarian putting on a very long glove in order to check a cow’s hind quarters, a window-washer scaling a high-rise building, a tearful surgeon, a journalist in a hurricane, a taxi driver enduring a couple’s shenanigans in the back seat, among others. It ends with the slogan: “You work hard for your money. Does your bank?”

Love that commercial.

I thought of it last week when things kinda took a poop in our basement.

I could write a whole column about sewage back-up and how unpleasant it is, but part of me never wants to speak of it again. Suffice it to say, I am very glad, for once, that my basement is unfinished and the mess was contained to a very small area made of concrete and rubble stone.

But here’s the thing. There are people out there who have to deal with this…poop. We call them, and they come to help. I am very glad about that because I don’t know how to make the poop leave the room. I don’t have the equipment to figure out what, exactly, is blocking the sewer pipe and where it is. Nor do I have the awesome diggers to smash through frozen ground in order to get to the offending pipe and cut out sections blocked by tree roots.

Last week, you may have noticed, we had a blizzard. It coincided with the sewer drama at our house. (Kudos, by the way, to all the forecasters out there who said this was going to be a doozy of a storm – it actually was for a change! A record-breaking snowfall

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in a short period of time! I was impressed!)

While snow was piling up outside, we had various crews in our basement, ankle-deep in cold, poopy water, trying to make things better at our house.

I’m pretty sure we all would have preferred to be out plowing.

On that day, I thought of all the operators driving through blinding conditions to keep the roads clear and of those who would work through the night.

The next day, after the storm had passed, we had contractors digging up our driveway and shoveling poopy dirt. “Is this when you love your job?”

I asked the fellow down in the grave.

He said he didn’t mind it because he’d been cooped up in the office for a while.

Perspective. It’s important to like what you do. Sometimes there is poop.

There are a lot of folks out there doing jobs that other people would never want to do. They all make our world go round. Often they are the ones who get the harshest criticism, too. I wonder when it became commonplace to expect absolute perfection all the time?

(I’m still scarred from being a cashier in the 1980s and ’90s.)

I work with a team of people whose jobs involve responding to individuals who are typically having their worst day ever. They are passionate about what they do. It doesn’t always go perfectly, but they work hard and they try.

Long story short, I am grateful there are people who are willing and able to stand ankle deep in cold, poopy water in order to help others. (Cue bank commercial sound-off music.) I’m also glad there are people who make rubber boots, latex gloves, bleach, buckets, shovels and garbage bags.

Tread kindly in this world, people, and show gratitude. Some day you may need someone to help you with your poop.

Thanks to everyone involved in our basement escapade last week. My apologies to anyone trying to navigate our street during that time.

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Role reversal is a bit of a challenge

’m here for you, Mom. Always – just like you have been for me - always.

Perhaps that’s hard for her to hear, I’m not sure, but this week has brought out the beast in Mom. (The cute, cuddly beast, I mean). I can understand there has been a lot of pain.

She’s been suffering with gallbladder issues for some time, but only in the past couple weeks has it been unbearable.

I knew it was a dandy attack when last week, she called the ambulance.

She’d have to be close to death before that ever happened. I’d threatened to call 911 on occasion, but she told me to go on home, she’d be fine – once she battled through the onslaught of a gall stone trying to make its escape.

The doctor sent her home from the Brockville General after an ultrasound and a follow-up with a surgeon to see if they could move up the appointment. Then attack number two in a week almost crippled her. I was on assignment in Perth when I got the call.

She had called the ambulance once again. The pain in her voice pierced

LAURIE WEIR Weir View my heart. I couldn’t stand to hear her in so much distress, but I carried on my assignment instead of rushing to her side, because, I obeyed my mother like the good (?) daughter that I am.

Haha!

How could I concentrate on work when my mother was heading to emerge again?

Well, like the good daughter I did just that, and put in some extra hours because as she said, what the hell could I do sitting there with my thumb stuck up my derriere?

Sigh… Oh Mom, I do love ya, I really do.

So, I continued to work, and texted my brother, who lives in Brockville.

He and Danielle have been super to go visit her until I could get away and do the same – without the threat of being chased out of the hospital by a wild woman wielding a cane. (That would

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be Mom! She has a bum knee too – but that’s another column.)

Never one to ask for help or definitely want sympathy or pity (she’d kick that said derriere if ever I were to show any sign of wanting to “help” her out), Mom has been stuck in the hospital for almost a week. Finally, I was able to go see her on Sunday.

“The men in here are smelly, dirty pigs,” she told me. Apparently she was sharing a room with a senior lady, but next door were two senior men all sharing the same bathroom. “I’ll probably have a job here soon cleaning up after them.”

Oh boy, I thought.

“You don’t have to come see me, but if you can could you stop at the house and get me some…”

And cool, I had a list and a job.

“What time do you want me to get there?”

“Oh it doesn’t matter, but I’d like to have a shower,” she says.

So that meant to be there as soon as my feet hit the floor. I could read between the lines.

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Connected to Your Community - P8 - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Have you tried the Perth Restaurant Pizza?

For decades now, the Perth Restaurant pizza has had a dedicated following.

The takeout pizza, first crafted and offered by the Kotsovolos family, has been a popular pick since the restaurant first opened its doors.

With new owners taking over this past winter, the rumours were swirling about whether or not the pizza would be “the” Perth Restaurant pizza. That’s a lot of pressure for the newcomers.

One of my sources, who is an avid Perth Restaurant Pizza fan (she missed it a lot while living overseas for years), said she heard the original owners came to the restaurant to show the new owners how to craft and perfect the Perth Restaurant pizza.

It’s a real testament to how a business owner understands the importance of helping out another family starting up their business.

It takes a lot of heart to offer that to someone. And, ultimately, the customers will reap the benefits of having a delicious pizza.

When delving into the ‘new’ Perth Restaurant pizza, my source was actually nervous about her expectations. The verdict?

They were completely met.

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She texted (something she learned in the hospital), Sunday morning, and declared she was going to have a shower. Her nurse was helping her to get cleaned up earlier than I could get there.

By the time I arrived, she was chilling in her bed. The curtain between her and the neighbour was half drawn.

Her neighbour was on the phone, “Pull it across, I don’t care,” the neighbour screeched. Pleasant soul. No wonder Mother was pulling out her hair.

“She has already squawked at me that I have way more room over here than she does,” Mom said. “I’m ignoring her. Let her fight with herself.”

Under the care of Nurse Angie (RPN she tells us), we were informed of what may or may not happen. Angie was taking good care of Mom, which was a relief. We caught up on life and then I sat with Mom as she opened the bag of goodies I brought her.

“Is there an eyebrow pencil in here?” She asks, while rooting through her cosmetic bag. “What about lipstick… there is no lipstick.”

Oh good Lord, I thought. I just laughed, because right here beside me was my dearly departed grandmother, Hilda.

“Sorry Mom,” I said. “But there is some lip balm in there. I wasn’t even thinking you’d need lipstick.”

Oh and I forgot the damned hair gel.

I stayed with her about an hour be-

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Essentially it’s a progressive music party in which live entertainment How were you helped last will be showcased at venues through- week?

One of the finest things out Perth. The day-long music festival will showcase The Peter Woods about dealing with a good Band, The Disorderlys, Riq Turner, ol’ fashioned snowstorm is The Lucky B’s, Basic White and Rae the generosity and helpfulChalmers across town. It sounds like ness of others. During last a fun event and you can learn more week’s snowstorm, I got stuck not once, but twice at perthchamber.com. that day. The first time, when parked near Town Another Best Backyard Hall, two town staff memNomination I got another note from a Perthite bers pushed me on my way.

An hour later, I went to insisting the best backyard in Perth belongs not only to her – but to her go pick up my kids at daycare early, as their dirt road community block.

The Perthworks area off Arthur hadn’t yet been plowed. As Street allows the homeowners to I turned onto the road, my share a common backyard space, front end got stuck. Two which allows for skating, ball games, former high school alum-

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At that same time, my husband was helping to push someone’s car on Foster Street.

There were many tales that arose from that record-breaking snowfall, and if you have one, I’d like to hear about it.

Snowstorms really do become a time when you witness the helpfulness of others.

Now if only the Perth Restaurant could hook me up with a pizza.

I don’t know what that has to do with snowstorms, but there has been a lot of discussion about helpfulness in this week’s column, so it seemed natural to bring it back to pizza (it usually always comes back to pizza).

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Bowling for Cancer Society Perth’s Home Hardware hosted a pizza barbecue fundraiser Feb. 12 with $200 presented to the Canadian Cancer Society. Despite the cold day, there were plenty of warm hearts. Perth Home Hardware employees raised the funds. Spearheading the efforts were Kevin and Cindy Sheil pictured here presenting the funds to local Cancer Society Branch President Neil Graham.

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fore Ms. Independent kicked me out.

“Go play with Lexi, and get your Sunday stuff done. I’m all right.”

Monday, they wheeled her into the operating room to remove her gallbladder. She’d texted me at noon, just beforehand. By 4 p.m.

I hadn’t heard anything from anyone – no nurse, no doctor, no mother. I decided to call. After talking to her nurse (Ashley, this time), I was informed that she was in her room, sleeping off the anesthetic. I breathed a sigh of relief.

Later that night, still no word from her. I sent my brother another text and he went to see her. He hadn’t received a call either. Next thing I know, there is my brother’s face coming up on my phone. When I answered it, I heard a raspy mother.

“Yes?” she said.

“You feeling like you just got sawed in half ?” I asked, relieved once again that I was talking to her.

“Yup,” she said. “I wish you’d quit bugging me. You’re driving me nuts.”

“That’s my job!”

I told her we hadn’t received a call from a doctor or nurse about her surgery.

“I told them not to bother you unless I croaked.”

There was grandmother’s voice again.

“Just glad you’re OK, Mom. Love ya.”

And so do the dozens of friends and family who have been asking about you.

I can tell she’s going to be a bad

patient when she gets home She will just have to deal and I’m hanging out with with it – I’m just as tenaher. That is if she doesn’t cious as she is. I guess I get beat me off with that cane. that honestly.

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While writing this article last week for publication today, we had just received the news that the first Syrian refugee family had arrived in our town via Toronto and Ottawa from Beirut and Lebanon in the worst snow fall in almost 50 years.

Is it fair to say, “Welcome to Canada?” But our hearts are warm and we have been waiting for months now for this day.

Our hungering and waiting are over for now at least to fulfill our promise as a town to assist with the refugee resettlement of at least a fraction of the thousands and millions of frightened souls displaced by civil war.

Regardless whether we think charity begins at home for destitute people in Canada where we must be lending a helping hand as well, surely, this is the right thing to do as we are committed to doing what we can to relieve the suffering of people wherever they are. As much as we are local citizens we are also global citizens where the world has become a village.

For those of us who identify as Christian we have just entered the most solemn season of the church year.

These Lenten days and nights offer forty days of reflection and response on our place in the world as we remember and commemorate the last days of Jesus as he makes his long journey to Jerusalem where the city kills its prophets.

It is customary to give something up for Lent that we like, for instance, chocolate or dessert; but it is also a time to take up a new practice that brings us closer to be in touch with our true self as we hunger to be a better person. In our congregation during Lent as we extinguish a candle each week leading up to the darkness of Good Friday we ask everyone to carry the same light into the week ahead so it will not go out in our life until resurrection comes. We believe this to be the light that Christ shines on us in the world.Everything is happening so fast this year. Easter will be early and so will Spring.

Even the RRSP deadline for tax returns is next Monday which gives us an extra day in this leap year to be late once again! Small mercies indeed. And as an ecumenical Christian community we celebrate the World Day of Prayer next Friday at 5pm in St. James Anglican church where everyone is welcome.

All these events on our secular calendar and church calendar represent opportunities to hunger for the things that will fill us and search our hearts for a spirit of peaceful presence and mindfulness that enriches our days and gives us purpose and meaning to life unfolding.

May your hunger be satisfied by showing hospitality to our new neighbours who hunger for a home and as you review your 2015 tax year and as you engage in whatever way you can to draw closer to the experience of Jesus’ suffering. In solidarity this can be a way of demonstrating the extreme love we have to share with God and neighbour, our families and ourselves.

Table to host garden workshop The Table Community Food Centre is gearing up for another season of garden workshops. With spring around the corner we are excited to invite the community to the first workshop of the season: Elemental Veggie Garden Planning.

Kristine Swaren of Blue Chicory Garden and Workshop will teach participants about how the four elements of Earth, Wind, Water and Fire influence vegetable garden design. We will also cover seed viability, crop rotation, companion planting and more!

This event will take place at the Table Community Food Centre (190 Gore St. E, Perth) on Saturday Feb. 27 from 3 to 5 p.m. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. To register contact the Community Garden Coordinator Joanna Kowalczyk: joanna@thetablecfc.org or call 613 267 6428 x 28. It is also possible to register for the event directly on the website Eventbrite.ca (search in Perth for Garden Planning Workshop).

Put aside temptations of fear, welcome refugees to Perth Dear Editor:

In response to the article in the Perth Courier dated Feb. 18, Perth Welcomes First Syrian Refugee Family, I offer these thoughts taken from a sermon delivered on Feb. 14 to my congregation.

Whether you consider yourself religious or not the thoughts are worth considering.

In the ancient liturgical words of Deuteronomy we find the heart of the Law of the Jewish people, which inspired the Christian religion as well.

Remember who you are, who is your God, and that you are called to return God’s love in the way you live.

You come from a wandering people who experienced hard times, who called on God to help you.

And God heard and brought you to safety. Give your thanks then to God, you, the stranger, and the sojourner who is with you.

(Paraphrased from Deut. 26).

In this year of 2016 Canadians are called to welcome people from Syria to find refuge here. For some that is not a problem.

They gather clothes, dishes, money and make ready to welcome these ‘wandering people’ and help them to learn our language

and become neighbours and friends. For others it is a great difficulty. Stories of terrorism, beheading, religious fanaticism as related in news reports make such welcome seem foolish and dangerous.

My ancestors came from Scotland. They experienced hard times and found themselves in Ireland where starvation sent them to Canada.

The family left one member in a cemetery in Bath, Ont., on the way to their promised plot of land in Bruce County.

My great, great grandfather was born in a neighbour’s cabin because his mother could not finish the walk to the cabin prepared for her.

The next morning she completed the walk! You may have similar family stories.

We too come from a wandering people and we are to be thankful together with others who share such journeys.

But what of our fear of these strangers?

Do you know the history of the Christian family, how Christians beheaded or burned people alive, and hated because they were the wrong kind of Christian? Do you know of the present day church in Kansas called the Westboro Baptists?

They preach a fanatic religion they call

Christianity, but it is full of hate and justifies murder and terrorism. Sound familiar?

No religion is safe from crazies, or those who use religion as a tool for their own power seeking.

ISIS is one of those. It is evil and has no legitimate relation to Islam.

Like the wolf hiding under sheep’s clothing it uses religion as a cover for its terrorism.

Those who seek refuge from such terror need our support as they flee, and our welcome, when they arrive, as our ancestors received welcome.

You may not be personally involved in the work of CARR, but you can always be ready with a sincere smile or word of true welcome for these newcomers to our community. There are others also, who need a welcome spirit, neighbours and strangers alike, people who rely on others in times of trouble.

Let us put aside temptations of fear, false teachings and those things that keep us from being the neighbours we know how to be. Welcome to Perth. Welcome to Canada.

Elizabeth Lockhart Wilton Lanark

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Each person attending Soupfest gets to sample all the soup presented and to vote on the one they like the most. There will also be a panel of expert chef/celebrity judges to make their pronouncement as well. The winners of each category – People’s Choice, Best Soup, Most Creative Soup and Best Presentation, get an attractive plaque to hang in their restaurant. Some of the restaurants create decadent desserts for our Dessert Auction. Desserts and beverages will also be available for purchase to make this unique dining experience complete. There will be door prizes and Caricature Artist Darius will be with us during the event. For a donation of $10 you will go home with a memorable caricature of your experience at Soupfest 2016!

This year Soupfest will be held on Saturday, March 5 at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Grenville Municipal Centre in Kemptville. The cost for adults is $10 and for children 12 and under is $5. Tickets will be available from the municipal centre or from the director of TLC, Lynn Ford.

Please note there will be an Early Bird Draw for tickets purchased by March 1. The winner will be posted on the Facebook page. There we will post the restaurants participating, the winners and other tidbits. People are welcome to leave their comments.

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Perth’s Jubilee Musical Tribute Concert will Oil Thigh na Barrighinn gu Brath bring shouts of ‘More Cheese, Please!’

Perth Military Settlement’s 200th and Queen’s University’s 175th anniversaries are being celebrated with music on March 19 in Perth at the Jubilee Musical Tribute. The Queen’s University Choral Ensemble and Orchestra will be joining local choirs to perform Schubert’s Mass in C and other musical pieces from 1816 to 2016. Combined, there will be about 250 sharing their voices and musical talents. The directors and conductors have masterfully developed a program that honours and rejoices in our past and will create memories in the present.

Jack Hurd has created a special piece for Perth’s 200th Anniversary that will be performed for the first time at the concert. Hurd is a local retired music teacher, composer, conductor and performer. He has, with creative license, set to music the lyrics of the poem “Ode on the Mammoth Cheese”.

The Ode was written by James McIntyre, humorously and affectionately referred to as one of Canada’s worst poets. He was born in Scotland in 1828 and came to Upper Canada in 1841. He moved around the province and eventually settled in Ingersoll. As a poet he was called upon to read at local events. He published two collections of poetry. One of his most famous poems was

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Jack Hurd has created a piece for Perth’s 200th anniversary celebrations. The concert will be held March 19 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at 7:30 p.m. the “Ode on the Mammoth Cheese” and hence he became known as the cheese poet. In 1997 Ross and Kathryn Petras created an anthology entitled “Very Bad Poetry” and McIntyre’s Ode was included in the book. Since then there has been an interesting revival of some of our best bad poets.

McIntyre’s poem is about an actual mammoth cheese produced in Ingersoll in 1866 and sent to Toronto, New York and Britain. It only weighed 7,000 pounds compared to Perth’s 22,000 pound cheese. Perhaps stories of this cheese and the poem inspired the commissioning of Perth’s famous cheese in 1892.

This Gaelic yell was created in 1891 and is still heard on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston. Translated it means “Queen’s Forever” and is just one line of a longer cheer. I hope the title of this article attracted the attention of alumni. Alumni please join us to do an “Oil Thigh”, friends, parents and partners of alumni are also welcome. We are creating a new Queen’s Alumni Branch for Perth and area.

The launch event is planned for March 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Algonquin College Perth Campus.

Tickets are $10 and include light refreshments.

Queen’s Scottish Presbyterian roots are linked to ancestors in the Perth Military Settlement Area.

To truly know both Queen’s and towns in our area you have to look past the stone buildings to the lives of those people who turned Queen’s into a world-class institution and our small towns into places with proud heritages. One such person was William Morris (1786-1858), who played a founding role in both Perth and Queen’s. Dressed in period costume an alumnus will take us back in time as he portrays William Morris at our launch event.

Hurd says he “views life through a lens of humour” so this fun, often nonsensical, poem inspired him. “Let the words be silly but the music must always strive for sublimity!” Hurd has added or changed some words “the essence according to him”. He has created a well-crafted contemporary choral piece or “musical romp” that lets the music elevate the verses to a magnificent musical indulgence without calories or cholesterol.

Hurd’s creative abilities have been shared and enjoyed in school auditoriums and classrooms during his teaching year’s at Queen Elizabeth and PDCI. He has written several musical plays and made three CDs. His passion for music and teaching have encouraged and inspired many. He says, “working with choirs, unleashing the chemistry of all these people singing together is probably what I enjoy the most”.

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Toonies to the rescue campaign kicks off March 1 in Perth The Perth Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), a group of local citizens committed to serving the welfare of animals, announces its first ‘Toonies to the Rescue’ campaign. All funds raised will go to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society.

The campaign which will run from March 1 to April 30th, 2016 is also sponsored by Perth Downtown Pharmasave. This unique fundraiser invites the public to pick up a toonie container at Perth Pharmasave on Foster St., fill it with toonies and return it to the pharmacy.

Tax receipts will be issued by LAWS. PAWS is a small group of Perth and area citizens who for the past five years have raised money and awareness for animal welfare. Through trivia contests, yard sales, bottle drives and more, PAWS is proud to have given over $22,000 to LAWS and it now asks for your support of this new campaign to help ensure that LAWS can continue its work.

The Lanark Animal Welfare Society, through the efforts of dedicated volunteers, staff and the financial support of the citizens of Lanark County, has provided compassionate care for thousands of distressed animals since its founding over 30 years ago. The shelter does not receive financial support from government or any other

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From left to right are Brittany McElroy, Corrinne Jones-McHale, Kerri Dillabaugh, Darlene Bishop, Becky Bellamy, Angie Quinn, Susan Wilkes, Bob Wilkes, Laurie Fielding with dogs Violet and Daisy. The Perth Animal Welfare Society and Perth’s Pharmasave have teamed up for LAWS during a new Toonies to the Rescue campaign. source other than the generosity of cial assistance when circumstances the public. From time to time LAWS arise that place extreme demands on must actively seek the public’s finan- the Shelter’s ability to respond. It is

always a challenge just to pay the bills for heat, water, electricity, salaries, food and veterinary bills all of which are necessary for LAWS to remain in operation. Too often animals arrive at the shelter requiring emergency medical attention.

LAWS is fortunate to have good relationships with local veterinarians; however, necessary costs are nonetheless incurred in order to ease the suffering of an animal.

The Toonies to the Rescue campaign provides an opportunity for everyone to support LAWS as their budget allows. Every person, including children, can have the satisfaction of knowing that each toonie counts and that they have helped an animal in distress.

Merchants in downtown Perth have eagerly come forward to support the campaign as a demonstration of faith in the service that LAWS provides.

Perth Downtown Pharmasave jumped on board to be the location for the pick-up and drop-off of the toonie containers and as well has donated the containers themselves. Images Inter Alia on North Street generously provided the campaign banner.

LAWS is a grass roots organization and demonstrates so well what a group of caring, determined people can do to make a difference. We are a better society when we support an

Dr. Murphy, do you have any tips to help me overcome my back pain at home, especially after shoveling snow?

Shoveling snow, as we have been doing for the past couple months, can cause significant back problems if you are not used to this kind of labour. Most people can lift significant weight using the muscles in their back. When you add a shovel and push the weight further away from your body, this lever makes the lift much more difficult and dangerous.

Here are some specific Spinal Safe tips that will help you finish the shoveling, and the winter, strong.

1. Push the snow with the shovel to the end of your driveway in short small repetitive strokes. Curl the snow around the end of your driveway on the side where the snowplow will carry further along your road and not back into your driveway.

2. Set a time limit, not a snow limit. Plan to shovel for ten minutes then take a break. Have some water, sit down and relax, then continue for another ten minutes.

3. Pick a light shovel. Snow is heavy enough, so make sure you aren’t carrying extra shovel weight. Shovels with metal edges are too heavy and the edge eventually rusts, falls off and you are left with a useless, uneven plastic scoop with a handle.

4. Shovel a fresh snow. Everyone knows if you let the sun

and rain get to the snow on your driveway, it becomes a heavy, frozen, muddy mess. Keep up with a heavy snow by shoveling more frequently.

5. Have fun. Get your family involved and take your time.

Some of my favourite conversations with my Dad were shared as we shoveled the driveway at night.

Note that if the above-mentioned tips don’t appeal to you, you have one more effective option to avoid back pain from shoveling. **Hire a professional** We are blessed in Carleton Place to have many snow removal companies who pride themselves on doing great work all winter long.

Enjoy what is left of the Winter. Save your spine and prepare for Spring. You’ll have loads of opportunities to dig in the dirt when the snow disappears.

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animal shelter that is open 365 days a year providing food, shelter and care for suffering, lost or neglected animals. This is what a civilized and compassionate community does.

The following is a statement that sums up the mission of LAWS: “As an independent No-kill shelter LAWS does not euthanize for population control, age, breed or after a set amount of time has passed.

Euthanasia is reserved only for those cases where an animal is ill or aggressive to the point that quality of life is impacted. All animals in the Shelter’s care will be cared for until a suitable home, permanent or foster, is found.

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Pioneer encampment participants announced

The Perth Regional Heritage Fair committee has announced a complete list of exhibitors and workshop leaders for the 2016 PRHF’s Pioneer Encampment on Friday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

When the 90 Grade 4 to 8 students from participating area schools are not being judged in the morning at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #244 Hall, they will attend a variety of workshops with a common theme arranged around the Crystal Palace.

Four military re-enactment groups plus six traditional Pioneer crafts and a First Nations exhibit highlight this special 1oth anniversary program of the PRHF in conjunction with the Perth Military Settlement’s 200th anniversary celebrations.

To reflect the large number of disbanded veterans of the War of 1812 and Napoleonic conflicts that populated the early Perth Military Settlement, the Fair will have five military workshops (four in English, one in French) with representation from Kingston’s Fort Henry Guard, the Canadian Fencibles, the 100th Regiment of Foot and the Forces of Lord Selkirk.

Each group will demonstrate equipment, uniforms, weapons and lifestyles, mostly of the early 19th century. There will be some hands-on activities and drills. ‘Live Fire’ with smoke and noise will be produced by members of these groups.

On several occasions in the 19th century,

local militia units were sent to Fort Henry to relieve regular British army soldiers required to face rebellions and defend the borders. The 100th Regiment was settled in the east end of this district (Richmond) two years after the founding of Perth in 1816.

The Canadian Fencibles were in the first wave of military settlers to this area.

However, the largest group of veterans to come to Perth in 1816 have ties to the Forces of Lord Selkirk, a modern re-enactment group now based in Manitoba. The Swiss de Meuron and de Watteville regiments were mostly granted lands along the Christie Lake Road, but facing extremely challenging conditions, many opted to join Lord Selkirk in establishing the new Red River Colony. Today’s soldiers will offer both an English and a French workshop.

Traditional Pioneer workshops will include a tanner (Lynn McNab from the Glengarry Pioneer Museum), a blacksmith (Don McKay), a miner (Tobi Kiesewalter from Murphy’s Point Provincial Park), a stone mason (Kevin Gray), rope/shingle/ carpentry makers (Kettle Boys) and canoe construction (Rideau Roundtable). Each workshop will demonstrate equipment and methods related to their particular skill/activity. Some hands-on involvement will be included. The importance of each trade/lifestyle, and their contribution to the development of this country, will be

stressed.

The Algonquin First Nations of Pikwakanagan near Renfrew will bring a large educational display to illustrate their traditional lifestyle and heritage in this region as well as share stories of cultural challenges in the modern era. This group will provide a ‘smudging’ ceremony as part of the Welcome program for the Arrival of the Settlers Trek participants in the Perth Basin area around 2 p.m. that Friday.

Free rides in a Voyageur Canoe provided by the Rideau Roundtable group are available to all after 2:30 p.m., with a signed waiver from a legal guardian present at the “Pioneer Encampment” required for those under 18.

The “Pioneer Encampment” will be open to the Public from 1:15 to 5 p.m. compliments of the Perth Regional Heritage Fair committee. Usually, only the participating schools receive the benefit of learning from such expert workshop leaders. With the 200th anniversary theme in mind, the PRHF committee has extended the workshop experience free of charge to appeal to all area school populations from Grade 3 to 8 as well as the general Public.

This opportunity has been made possible through the generous support provided by Omya Canada Inc. and other community donors.

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Brockville’s Aquatarium will open next week After many years in the making and lengthy delays, Brockville’s Aquatarium will finally open its doors to the public.

Brockville’s new downtown waterfront tourist attraction announced on Thursday, Feb. 18 that it will open on Tuesday, March 1 at 10 a.m. An official grand opening ceremony is being planned for early May

to align with the 2016 tourism season, according to a release.

“It has been a long time coming and I am excited for visitors to be able to share in all the interactive experiences, hear amazing stories about the 1000 Islands region, and see all the things there are to do in this very special place,” Bill Rogerson, executive

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Readers’ Response to Drinking Mothers and Brain-Injured Children I recently reported that in the U.S. every year 40,000 children are born suffering with fetal alcoholic syndrome disease (FASD). In Canada there are 300,000 living with this problem. I asked, “Why doesn’t this human tragedy get as much attention as drunk driving?”

And “Should some of the women involved be sterilized?” I’ve received a ton of responses.

SR writes, “I believe the Mothers against Drunk Driving lobby gets more attention because the media provides many dollars of free air Dr. Gifford-Jones time.”

R0 responds, “Dr, you are so-o-o-o-o right. Women who drink during pregnancy need to be sterilized. Full stop. Thank you and keep up the good work”.

NB wrote, “Your column should be made mandatory in every bar, liquor/beer store, transit vehicle, doctor’s office and pharmacy. It should also be taught every year from grade six up.”

From MG, “There are many hard-truths about FASD that some people seem unable to face, and I appreciate you have spoken up about this terrible and preventable condition that is thrust upon the most vulnerable of our species. You have my support along with my girl-friend, a 3rd year medical student”.

A school bus driver reported that a FASD child disrupted his entire bus. “I would tell him to sit down and he would kick and spit at me. I do not agree that these challenged children should be allowed to be in the mainstream as it takes away from the other children. Thank you for you honesty and the information you provide”.

An anonymous reader did not thank me. She remarked, “Drunk driving causes deaths. FASD does not. As a doctor you must have been educated ?????”

Another reader said, “Your article is intelligent, well-argued, but has an extreme and unreasonable conclusion. Drunk drivers can be ordered to go to AA. Possibly pregnant mothers could be forced to attend AA, give breath samples, and be sent to jail for the rest of the pregnancy for failing to comply.”

GU writes, “Mothers who drink during pregnancy should be prosecuted as child abusers. Why is it that the medical establishment isn’t outraged about this issue and doesn’t speak up about it? It appears our health and judicial systems need a major overhaul. Thanks for the education.”

Some families reported in great detail the trouble and stress of caring for a FASD child.

D. B. says, “Great article but you will receive a lot of negative mail suggesting any intrusion into the lives of women.

Our adopted daughter had FASD and we watched her grow into a beautiful woman. She has elongated fingers on one hand, no toes on one foot, her ears are not fully rotated and she has hip problems. She has no concept of money, no moral standards, no emotional stability, the list goes on and on.”

D.B. continues, “She was born on a plane taking her Mother to Winnipeg and is a full-blooded Ojibway. In researching this problem we have allowed the wild Indian stigma to become the easy way out.”

Some readers said I should spend some time on a First Nation’s reserve to see the extent of the problem. Actually I’ve recently been to one and will soon report on their other health problems, particularly Type 2 diabetes.

Another couple who adopted two children later discovered they both had FASD. They reported that “the short version of our life is that it’s moments of pure hell. But we love them. We have 10 grandkids and we suspect six are affected with FASD.” R.A. writes, “I’m a new subscriber to the Narragansett Times and thoroughly enjoy your column. I have never seen these shocking financial stats of caring for these children.

It’s an eye opener and is truly a national economic and moral issue.”

The majority of readers were surprised at the extent of the problem. They were particularly appalled that women would be allowed to continue to have additional FASD children considering the social chaos that results.

The FASD problem will continue to be swept under the rug. But I hope my column will alert everyone to the potential dangers of alcohol during pregnancy.

Remember, I am not your doctor so this column is not meant to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure disease and only for informational purposes. So always consult with your doctor.

A grand time at the Ottawa Valley Opry

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The Ottawa Valley Opry was a standing-room only sell-out on Sunday, Feb. 21 in Perth with special guests Freddy Dixon who launched his new CD, Good Old Boys. Here he is pictured (right) with Craig Campbell autographing a copy of his book, Real People I have Met. Also pictured (far right) is Arlene Quinn who received a bouquet of roses in appreciation for all her contributions to the Ottawa Valley country music scene.

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Spartans welcome Japanese students We would like to welcome the exchange students from Japan, Yoshimi Ito, Chisato Namia, Seibun Oshio, Nanaka Tsurumaru, to St. John Catholic High School. We hope that they have a great visit and experience all that St. John has to offer. We hope that all the students at St. John will give them a warm Spartan welcome.

Winter Carnival is taking place this week. Monday was Jersey Day, Tuesday was Tacky Tuesday, Wednesday was Lanark Appreciation Day (Camo and Plaid Day), Thursday will be Throwback Thursday, Friday will be Comfy Day. Those students that are not participating in the events are asked to be in their full uniform.

The Winter Carnival will be taking place on Friday, February 26. People wishing to participate in the event must have a team of eight to 12 people, and sign their team up for the afternoon of fun. The event will start at 1:30 p.m. and end at 3 p.m.

The St. John Swim Team will be travelling to OFSAA for March 8. Congratulations to Taylor Dunlop, Hailey Rodgers, Kaeden Fisher, Bridget Hoffstater, Kate Thornton, and Samantha Streekstra.

Guatemala Travellers are preparing to leave on March 10 and will be home March 21. We would like to thank everyone who made this trip possible and we wish the Guatemala Travellers a safe and eventful trip.

Yearbooks are still on sale, and anyone wishing to buy one must do so soon, as they are selling out fast. No extra copies will be being bought, and anyone wishing to get one must go see Mrs. Minnema in the library. Yearbooks are on sale for $45.

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The Perth Blue Wings deserve all the credit for their 38-win season and they’re currently running on a 16-game win streak as the regular season finished on Friday, Feb. 19 in Perth against the Prescott Flyers.

“They made it happen through hard work, discipline and teamwork,” said head coach Michael McLean. “Quite a turnaround from a 22nd place finish with just 10 wins in 201415.”

The team’s final game was another tough battle at home as it took a shootout to decide

the winner. Kevan Dumouchel took the win with help from Johnathan Peacock in nets.

“Their goaltender (Jarett Pitt) was outstanding, stopping over 60 shots,” McLean said.

“The Flyers competed for the entire night and took advantage of our lack of discipline - scoring power play goals to stay in the game. I thought the officiating was awful but never an excuse. Both these teams just wanted to play - and the referee made himself the centre of attention the entire night.”

McLean said they need to find ways to overcome poor officiating and never let that beat them.

“It was an unbelievable way to finish the

year - and overtime win at home in front of our largest crowd of the season,” he said.

Perth held a 3-2 lead after the first period with goals from Mathew Labrosse, Dylan McNamara and Gabriel Laurin’s power play marker.

Prescott responded with goals from Devon Degray and Greg Heika on the power play.

In the second the teams traded goals with Nicholas Vala scoring for the home team, but Shane Riddell taking advantage of the power play to get that one back.

In the third, Prescott scored twice to take the lead with goals from Brett VanStralen and Devon Burnes.

Karson McCartney scored with 18:51 on the clock to force the overtime.

It was Adam Morton in the overtime with the winner from Nicolas Brazeau and McCartney to end this one, 6-5 for the home team.

Now it’s time for the new season to begin, as the Blue Wings will await the winner of the Arnprior/Athens series.

“We play the winner of the three-game ‘Wild Card’ between the Athens Areos and the Arnprior Packers. That will be a close series,” noted McLean. “Both teams have played us very tough this year.”

The Blue Wings will host game one of the seven-game quarter finals on Tuesday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. Game three will be Friday, March 4, also at 7:30 p.m.

“It is a brand new season now,” McLean said. “Our record is 0-0-0 and we will get what we earn from here on through. Our goaltending will need to be outstanding. It will be about winning battles and competing at the highest level possible.

McLean said they will need to stick with their game plan that has been working all season – 50 shots on net, and less than five penalties.

“We will not win unless we are disciplined.”

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The Perth Blue Wings, together with their families, friends, sponsors and fans, gathered on the ice following their final game of the season on Feb. 19 in celebration of their first place finish in the new CCHL Tier 2 league. The Blue Wings of 2015/16 have beaten their old franchise record of having six losses during the season with 38 wins and just four losses and they are on a 16-game win streak. The new season begins at home on March 1, 7:30 p.m. when they take on the winner of the Arnprior/ Athens series.

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Brooke Henderson finishes in ninth at Australian Open Laurie Weir

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In just her third tournament this season, Smiths Falls young professional golfer, Brooke Henderson had her second top 10 finish.

She blistered the course of the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open in Grange, South Australia on the final day of the tournament that started Feb. 18, and managed to hang onto ninth spot.

Henderson fired a 5-under 67 for an overall total of 281 (70-71-73-67) for her share of the pot worth $24,956, bringing her three-event total to $176,666.

Japan’s Haru Nomura was the winner of the event with a four round total of 272 (69-68-70-65) for the top prize of $195,000. She now sits sixth on the money list.

“The first three days I didn’t really get out of it what I really wanted and (Sunday) kind of made up for it a little bit. (Sunday) was much better. I hit the ball really well and I was able to make a few putts,” Henderson told media following her final round. “So I was happy with the way I finished and I think it’s good momentum going into next week and then Singapore the next week.”

Henderson said that having her sister Brittany as her caddie has been a blessing.

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“You know I love having her to travel with and see the world and experience all these things with her and then to also have her also on my bag with me every day is really cool,” Henderson said. “When I was a little girl I grew up watching her and wanting to be like her and now I have her support with me. It really means a lot.”

Spending a week on the Gold Coast of the European tour event, Henderson said she’s then heading to Singapore. “I have never been there before and I’ve heard great things so I’m really looking forward to that as well,” she said. “Then it’s back over to the west coach of the United States where I will be playing quite a few tournaments there.”

As for her golfing, she said it’s been “pretty solid.”

“I think for the most part I haven’t been as happy with my finishes as maybe I would have played or would have liked to have played. I know it’s a long season ahead of me and I think it’s been a good stepping stone so far.”

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The Smiths Falls RedHawks went bear hunting on Monday, Feb. 22 and didn’t go home disappointed.

The RedHawks senior boys basketball team have upheld their honour and earned a seventh straight Lanark County championship title against the Carleton Place Bears.

The win was the first in their nest, but was not an easy win against the Bears who continued to climb on the scoreboard throughout the four-quarter showdown.

“They never quite,” Smiths Falls coach Dan Dufort said of their competition.

The RedHawks earned a 45-35 win over the Bears to take the best of three series, two games to one.

Carleton Place coach Chris Simpson saw the passion in his team, but admitted it lacked one important element that had resulted in past wins this season.

“Today they had the same determination but not as many shots fell,” Simpson said.

Another key advantage for the RedHawks was their consistent ability to complete their foul shots. Each time the red and white nailed it an eruption of cheers from a capacity crowd celebrated the player’s success.

The Lanark County win is a continuation of a sevenyear streak for the RedHawks, but represents just the first step in the 2015-2016 senior boys basketball team’s goals for the season. Brennan said their objective has always been to win at county, move on to Eastern Ontario Secondary School Athletic Associations (EOSSAA) and then take their place at the provincial championships.

Last year the Smiths Falls team came in second at EOSSAA, and the team captains don’t expect to slip much beyond that benchmark going into this week’s EOSSAA tournament in Brockville Feb. 25 and 26.

“Defence wins championships,” Taylor said.

Junior match In the junior Lanark County championships, the RedHawks earned the win over Almonte in two games straight with scores of 48-35 and 54-48. It also capped a perfect 10-0 league record.

The juniors hosted EOSSAA on Wednesday, but results were not available at press time.

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Bailey Andison is making waves at university level aquatics Laurie Weir

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Bailey Andison is making new waves in her swimming career.

The local teenager, who is on a full scholarship to the University of Denver, is a member of the school’s swim team.

Over the weekend, she took part in the Summit League Championships in Indianapolis, where she set new records.

“She did amazing,” said Bronwyn Saywell, Andison’s mother. “We took two car loads down to watch her. She was sure surprised when she saw us all in the stands, cheering her on.”

It was the first time the family had made the trip to watch Andison participate in a meet.

“She set three new personal bests and two new meet records,” said her grandfather, Laurie Saywell. “She’s doing really well with swimming… she was a Perth Stingray before she got a full scholarship to Denver U.” Andison set a personal and meet best in the 200 IM with a time of 1:56.81 to earn a gold medal. She also set a new Summit League record in the 400 IM, which also busted her PB. She raced that event in 4:08.35 for her second gold medal.

She also earned a silver in the 200m backstroke with a personal best time of 2:16.56.

For her prowess in the pool, the local swimmer captured the Newcomer of the Championship Award.

Andison will participate in the NCAA meet March 16 to 19 in Atlanta, Georgia. The meet will be held at Georgia Tech.

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Bailey Andison is pictured all smiles as she recognized some familiar faces in the crowd during a recent swim meet in Indianapolis. A member of the University of Denver’s varsity team, Andison, a graduate of the Perth Stingrays, has set some new records – both personal best goals and meet records.

She took part in the Summit League meet.

“She’s ranked 16th in the 400 IM and 22nd in the 200IM,” said Bronwyn.

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Junior smiles for LCIAA cup Above, the junior girls volleyball team from PDCI, share a smile during a victory photo following their LCIAA win over the Carleton Place Bears. To the right, junior girls captain Romy Hansen holds LCIAA championship trophy. The juniors continued to the eastern Ontario tournament (EOSSAA) this week in Deep River. Results will be available next week.

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Senior captains accept LCIAA honours

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Abby Brandon and Alex Roberts, co-captains of the senior girls volleyball team, hold the LCIAA championship trophy after winning the title over Carleton Place Feb. 18 in Perth.

EAT IT!

www.twp.beckwith.on.ca THE BECKWITH YOUTH COMMITTEE IS HOSTING A‌.

Saturday March 5th, 2016 – Fun for all Ages!!

8:30am – 10:30am Pancake Breakfast at the Brunton Community Hall, 1702 9th Line Beckwith.

Choose foods produced organically, locally and in season. Support your regional farmers and farming industry: buying locally and in season is better for the environment than buying foods that have been shipped hundreds of kilometres to your local market.

ENERGY TIP! Check doors for proper insulation.

Place your hand against a door from the inside. If it feels cooler than the inside walls, it might be time to install a door that’s better insulated.

10:30am – 2:00pm Free Activities at the Beckwith Park, 1319 9th Line Beckwith: Horse Drawn Sleigh/Wagon Rides, Bonfire & Music, Canteen, Tug of War, Scavenger Hunt, Snow Painting, Ice Building Blocks, Digging for Treasures, Obstacle Course, Bean Bag Toss, Tobogganing (Bring your Toboggan) & more!

1:00pm – 2:00pm Free Public Skating at the Beckwith Recreation Complex, 1319 9th Line Beckwith Chili Cook Off Register your pot of Chili in the Annual Chili Cook off.

Forms can be found online www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under Beckwith Youth Committee or filled out on event day.

For further information or to register a pot of chili please contact the Beckwith Recreation Dept. 613-257-1539 or cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca

Contact us at: 1702 9th Line Beckwith RR#2, Carleton Place, Ontario K7C 3P2 General Inquiries: 613-257-1539 or 1-800-535-4532 / Public Works: 613-257-1810 or 1-800-535-4534 / cmoyle@twp.beckwith.on.ca

SCHEDULED MEETING DATES 2016

Monday February 29th, 2016 Monday February 29th, 2016 Tuesday March 1st, 2016 Monday March 7th, 2016 Tuesday March 15th, 2016 Tuesday March 15th, 2016 Wednesday March 16th, 2016

3:00 PM Immed. Following 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 6:00 PM Immed. Following 7:00 PM

Public Works Finance Council Planning Public Works Finance Fire

Councillor Brian Dowdall Deputy-Reeve Sharon Mousseau Reeve Richard Kidd Councillor Faye Campbell Councillor Brian Dowdall Deputy-Reeve Sharon Mousseau Councillor Tim Campbell

Detailed agendas for meetings are available for review on the Township website at www.twp.beckwith.on.ca or at the Township Office 24 hours prior to the meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE FALSE SECURITY ALARM BY-LAW Due to the number of false alarms the Lanark County OPP Detachment responds to each year, the Township of Beckwith has enacted a by-law to establish a False Security Alarm Policy effective March 1st, 2016.

The purpose of the policy is to reduce the number of false alarms by encouraging residents and businesses to make certain that their security systems are maintained and operating properly which will result in better use of our policing resources.

Starting March 1st, 2016, false security alarms will be assessed in the following manner: • First False Security Alarm – no charge • Second False Security Alarm - $250 for the second false security alarm • Third False Security Alarm - $500 for the third false security alarm For further information pertaining to the False Security Alarm By-Law, please contact Cynthia Moyle, CAO at 613-257-1539.

Like our Facebook page “Beckwith Township� for news, events and important notices.

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PRICING EVENT

WE WILL PAY OUT YOUR EXISTING LOAN NO MATTER * WHAT YOU OWE!

PRE-OWNED SALE

FEB 25-29

2014 CHEVROLET TRAX LT Just traded, 4 cyl., AWD, great

condition back up camera and lots of factory warranty, only 54,000 km

2014 KIA SORENTO LX Local trade-in, 3.5 V6, power seat,

3,500 towing, 7 passenger, heated seats, bluetooth, AWD, 52,000 km, lots of warranty

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2014 KIA SORENTO LX Just traded, 3.5 V6, running boards, bug deflector, air, heated seats, only 25,000 km, lots of factory warranty.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2013 KIA SORENTO LX 3.5 V6, AWD, heated seats,

2013 KIA SOUL Just traded, air, heated seats, bluetooth, only 21,000km, save thousands compared to new!

only 56,000km, bluetooth, 5 passenger, lots of factory warranty.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2013 KIA SORENTO EX Just arrived, leather power heated seats, dual climate control, back up camera, much more!

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2012 KIA SEDONA 3.8 V6, fold down seats, rear air, safest van ever tested, captain’s chair, balance of factory warranty.

2012 KIA SOUL GDI Just traded, 5 speed manual transmission, factory warranty, top safety pick, fun to drive, heated seats.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2014 KIA FORTE LX New arrival, power package, air, height adjustable heated seats, bluetooth, 4 cyl, 1.8L, huge trunk, Sirius radio.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT Just arrived, turbo model,

air, CD, two sets of tires and rims, still has powertrain warranty.

2013 KIA RIO LX Local trade, full power heated seats, bluetooth, Sirius radio, air, heated mirrors.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2012 HONDA CIVIC EXL Loaded, loaded, loaded, showroom condition, only 31,000 km.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2012 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID EXL Local trade, premium loaded,

nav. system, dual sunroof, leather power heated-cooling seats, two sets of tires and rims.

2012 KIA FORTE LX Auto, air, CD, full power options, be surprised how much you can save!

EMPLOYEE PRICING

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2011 KIA FORTE EX Priced to sell and transferable warranty up to 200,000 km, air, heated seats, bluetooth.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2014 KIA SORENTO LX Local trade, 3.5 V6, power seat,

3,500 lb.s, towing, 7 passenger, heated seats, bluetooth, AWD, sharp!

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2013 KIA SORENTO EX Just traded, ready to go, new tires,

60,000 km, AWD, leather, dual climate control, back up camera, lots more.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2014 OPTIMA SX TURBO Just traded, 48,000 km, nav. system, back up camera, panoramic sunroof, loaded.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2012 KIA RONDO EX Just traded, 2.7 V6, air, heated seats, fully powered, all service records, still factory warranty.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

2011 KIA SPORTAGE EX Just traded, air, CD, climate control, back up sensors, great price, factory warranty, low payments.

EMPLOYEE PRICING

Purchase price plus HST. All weekly payments include HST. Cash price and payments include a $399 admin. fee. All offers O.A.C. Cost of borrowing example: 6.99% $11,300 over 60 months = $1,960. Licensing extra. See dealer to confirm pricing for availability.

Mike Kingston SALES

CALL FOR VEHICLE LOCATION

90 DAY PAYMENT DEFERRAL AVAILABLE Ask dealer for details!

Colin McGrath SALES

SHOP ONLINE!

www.smithsfallskia.com

613-284-0023 171 LOMBARD ST.

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Please call Bruce or Kendra to be a Phone Line Volunteer at Distress Centre of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville 613-345-1290

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Cruickshank  Construction  Ltd.,  a  leading  roadbuilder  and  aggregate  supplier  located  in  Ontario  and  Alberta,  has  an  immediate  need  for  the  following  position:  Â

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Arnprior Company looking for a energetic, reliable individual with transportation for assembly work. $15 plus benefits. Hours 8am-430pm.

Send resume to: assemblyposition2016 @gmail.com

Now Hiring for Magnolia & Vine, a new Home Party Plan offering customizable snap jewellery & accessories up to 40% commission. Kit purchase required. Contact Linda @ 1-877-717-6744 or snapdragons@rogers.com www.mymagnoliaandvine. ca/lindagaborko

Paid In Advance! Make up to $1000 a week mailing Brochures from home! No experience required.

Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity.

Start immediately! www.CentralMailing.net

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Full time Service Advisor â&#x20AC;˘ Reynolds & Reynolds experience preferred but not required â&#x20AC;˘ Auto parts and service experience preferred â&#x20AC;˘ Multi tasking & team oriented â&#x20AC;˘ Company benefits Email resume to: mbronsard@rallyhonda.com or fax to 613-283-0673

STONERIDGE MANOR NOW HIRING

Casual R.N.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, P.S.W.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, R.P.N.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Apply in writing to: Sarah Bradshaw, DOC Fax: 613-253-2190 Email: sarah.bradshaw@reveraliving.com

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TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Town of Carleton Place is seeking an individual to fill the fulltime position of Mechanic.

Summary: Responsible for performing the maintenance and repairs to Carleton Placeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s municipal fleet and Public Works facilities.

Provide recommendations pertaining to fleet management/budgeting including acquisitions, removals and long term planning.

Qualification/Experience: â&#x20AC;˘ Secondary school diploma; â&#x20AC;˘ 3-5 years direct related experience in the Heavy Equipment/ Vehicle maintenance field, in particular Items 1-9 in the Duties in the job description; â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Provincial or Inter-provincial Automotive Service Technician (310S) &/or Truck and Coach Technician (310T) mechanics licence; â&#x20AC;˘ Thorough knowledge of motor vehicle mechanics, diagnostic techniques, industry trends and regulations and fleet preventative maintenance programs; â&#x20AC;˘ Possess and maintain a valid DZ licence or have the ability to acquire one within 6 months; â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Internal Combustion Engine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Propane (ICE-P) and Ozone Depletion (ODP) licence, an asset; and â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of municipal practices relating to road, sewer, water maintenance &/or construction and winter maintenance activities.

A detailed job description, for this position, can be accessed at www.carletonplace.ca Interested applicants are invited to submit an application in confidence by 4:00 PM March 3, 2016 quoting â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mechanicâ&#x20AC;? Attention Human Resources by: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Email: hr@carletonplace.ca Attn: Human Resource Facsimile: 613 257 8170 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Carleton Place is an equal opportunity employer following the rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code.

Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of determining suitability for this competition only and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

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Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resources on Wheels Licensed Home Child Care is looking for Child Care Providers throughout Lanark county including: Almonte, Blacks Corners, Carleton Place, Franktown, Lanark Village, Montague, Perth, and Smiths Falls.

CROW offers the flexibility of becoming a self-employed Child Care Provider in your own home. Choose your own hours that fit your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule. For more information please call 613-283-0095 ext 301 or 1-800-267-9252 ext 301 or email: sharder@crowlanark.com or visit www.crowlanark.com

Seeking an Experienced Office Manager/ Bookkeeper McKay Sheet Metal & Roofing is a well established 40+ year old company The following Skills are Mandatory QUICKBOOKS

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MICROSOFT WORD AND EXCEL Salary will be dependent upon experience (benefits available) Must be trustworthy and have a great personality to deal with customers on the phone.

Training will be provided by retiring bookeeper Must have transportation to and from our location at 4132 Wolf Grove Road, Lanark, ON Visit our website for complete job description: www.mckayroofing.ca Only those being considered for an interview will be considered. We thank all applicants.

Please email your resume or fax to the following with salary expectations: kevin@mckayroofing.ca Fax: 613-259-3421

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED Rabb Construction looking for driver/equipment operator/float/labourer (jack of all trades). DZ-AZ operator for shovel dozer backhoe. Fax resume and driver’s abstract to 613-838-3364.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte.

Looking for an online 613-256-1511. 50 venbusiness? I can help! You dors. Open daily 10-5. will receive free training and after support. Go to www.123freedom4life.com and check it out. Requires a computer and telephone and 5-15 hours weekly.

HELP WANTED

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The Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville is looking for Personal Support Workers for our Weekend Respite site in Smiths Falls Daytime, Afternoon and Midnight shifts may be available on a permanent or on-call basis.

Our Respite runs Friday afternoons to Sunday afternoons.

Previous experience with dementia care is recommended.

Please e-mail your resume to Cathrine Maskell, Education and Support Coordinator cmaskell@alzllg.ca or mail to: The Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville 115 Christie Lake Rd. Perth, ON K7H 3C6

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Classifieds get results.

283-3182 Toll-free 1-888-9673237 1-888WORD ADS

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Dairy Farm Customer Service Representative CanWest DHI is currently accepting applications for a permanent part-time, on-farm Customer Service Representative in the Arnprior area.

Responsibilities include daily farm visits for the collection of data, sampling of milk from cows in DHI herds and promotion of Dairy Herd Improvement.

Applicants should have knowledge of the dairy industry, excellent interpersonal skills as well as personal computer skills. A degree/diploma in agriculture would also be an asset. This position could require the occasional heavy lifting of up to 75 lbs and applicants must have high-speed internet capabilities at home.

Please forward applications containing qualifications and experience by March 2nd, 2016 to:

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Workplace: Perth, Ontario Please contact us directly at 613-326-0707 or send us your resume at path@autobuscampeau.com

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Requirements: - Valid B license ; - Clean criminal check ; - Clean drivers abstract.

FAX YOUR AD 283-5909

Due to its continuous expansion, Campeau Bus Line is looking for new bus drivers.

We offer: - $1000 bonus if you already have a valid bus driver’s licence (B licence).

- Flexible schedules ; - Competitive wages ; - Referral bonuses ; - Family management philosophy ; - Ongoing training program ; - We also offer free training for candidates who want to obtain a B license.

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Feel you’re qualified and ready to start a new career?

Send your resume to sales@guildcrest.com

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- Professional line cooks (high volume experience) - Prep cooks - Dishwashers - Restaurant servers (smartserve certified)

Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

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Please send resume to dmcguire@ganboatline.com Or visit www.ganboatline.com

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.

Currently seeking

Part time, Compassionate PERSONAL CARE WORKERS

for an Assisted Living facility. Candidates should have experience with Seniors and be willing to work various hours.

For more information, please forward your CV to Amanda at occarleton@symphonyseniorliving.com Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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HELP WANTED

DRIVERS REQUIRED

HELP WANTED

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You have the following skills; • Self motivated.

• Understand architectural drawings.

• Adaptable to flexible hours.

• Great interpersonal skills.

• Basic knowledge of interior design.

• Work well in a team environment .

• Great sense of honesty and integrity .

• Willing to perform minimal travel.

• Bilingualism is an asset.

• Past Home sales an asset.

HELP WANTED

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TENDERS

AUCTIONS

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The Township of Rideau Lakes will receive Sealed Tenders until 11:00 a.m. on March 10, 2016 for the following: Tender PW2016-12 ASPHALT & SURFACE TREATMENT PULVERIZING Further information and documents may be obtained by contacting the undersigned or downloading it from www.twprideaulakes.on.ca.

Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

Dan Chant, Roads Coordinator 1-800-928-2250 x227 dchant@twprideaulakes.on.ca

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REQUEST FOR TENDER

Of beautiful antiques, exquisite glassware, collectibles, Royal Doulton figurines, lawn tractor, household furniture and miscellaneous articles.

In the Vernon Recreational Centre, Vernon Ont. – turn East on Lawrence St. ½ mile-just off Bank St. (formerly Hwy 31) – approx 20 miles South of Ottawa. Watch for Auction Signs.

Saturday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. (viewing starts at 8:30 a.m.)

See www.theauctionfever.com for more detailed listing.

Terms – Cash or Cheque with Proper ID James Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Stewart James Jr. 613-445-3269 613-222-2815 Erin James-Merkley 613-277-7128 Thinking of having an auction?

Call us to book your Real Estate, Farm or Household Sale.

Refreshments Available.

Auctioneers are not responsible for loss or accidents.

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AUCTION SALE for Mr. Ronald Rupert Take Highway 401 Exit 738 at Iroquois and travel north on Carman Road to English Road, then west.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 – 11:00 A.M. Case I.H. DX26 Hydro 4WD compact diesel tractor with ROPS, Case I.H. LX112 loader and Woods BH6000 backhoe; Deutz D6206 diesel tractor with loader and cab; Econor 54” snowblower; Goose neck flat bed trailer; Two utility trailers; Brush cutter; Bush Hog; Farm King finishing mower; Badger 3900L vacuum tank; M.F. 880 four furrow plow; Kverneland two furrow plow; Three furrow plow; Cultivator; Yardworks riding lawnmower 17.5 hp, 42” cut; Yardworks gas lawnmower - 139 cc, 22” cut; Yard Machines gas lawnmower - 139 cc, 21” cut; Yard Machines chipper shredder; Cordless grass trimmer; Poulan chainsaw; Yardworks snowblower - 10 hp, 30”; Air compressor - 4 hp, 13 gallon; Impact wrench; Floor jacks; Shop vacs; Bench grinder; Large quantity of hand and power tools; Tool boxes; Car parts; Two sets dining tables with chairs; Hutch; For full listing, visit www.theauctionfever.com. Property Sold. A two hour sale.

TERMS: CASH or APPROVED CHEQUE Auctioneer: James Cooper 613-652-4145

Visit our Bids and Tender website http://bids.leedsgrenville.com to register and download available tender documents.

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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Form 6 Municipal Act, 2001

CONTRACT #16-10: Roadway Sweeping CONTRACT #16-13: Supply of Diesel Fuel, Coloured Diesel Fuel, Furnace Fuel, and Gasoline and Propane QUOTATION #16-02: Supply of Corrugated Smooth Lined Plastic Pipe QUOTATION #16-04: Supply of Telespar Posts and Anchors QUOTATION #16-12: Catchbasin Cleaning Closing: Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

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Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on March 24, 2016, at the Drummond/North Elmsley Township Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Drummond/North Elmsley Township Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth Ontario.

Description of Lands: Roll No. 09 19 919 020 15500 0000; 2499 Ferguson Falls, Lanark; PIN 05168-0091(LT); Lot 9 Concession 10 Drummond; Township of Drummond/North Elmsley; File No. 14-12 Minimum Tender Amount: $18,966.25 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Linda Van Alstine, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley 310 Port Elmsley Road, RR #5, Perth ON K7H 3C7 (613) 267-6500 Ext 215

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Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

-Online Auction OnlyAntiques, Modern Household Furnishings Bidding opens Friday, February 26 @ 9 a.m.

Bidding closes, March 4 @ 12 noon This auction offers fine china, crystal, collectibles, tools and furniture.

Please visit www.handsauction.com click Online Bidding Button to view full descriptive catalogue, photographs, register and bid.

Pick up of your purchases will be Saturday, March 5 from 9 a.m. - 12 noon at Hands Auction Facility, 5501 County Rd 15, R R # 2, Brockville, ON.

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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27TH, 9:00 A.M., AN OUTSTANDING SALE FROM CANADA’S PREMIER FIREARMS AUCTIONEERS At Switzer’s Auction Centre, 25414 Highway 62 South, Bancroft, ON COMPRISING OVER 300 NEW AND USED NON RESTRICTED HUNTING RIFLES & SHOTGUNS, RESTRICTED & PROHIBITED HANDGUNS, ANTIQUE PISTOLS & RIFLES, MUSKETS, EDGED WEAPONS, CROSSBOWS, AMMUNITION, HUNTING ACCESSORIES & RELOADING EQUIP. FEATURING: TWO CASED CUSTOM AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE SIDE X SIDE SHOTGUNS. COMPLETE DETAILS AND PHOTO’S AT OUR “icollector” SITE www.switzersauction.com Check Back for Regular updates. We are collection and estate specialists and are accepting consignments for our April 23rd and regular 2016 sales.

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Making smart lifestyle choices can have big impact on heart health Carole Chang

February is heart health month.

More than 1.4 million Canadians live with heart disease. Nine in 10 Canadians over the age of 20 have at least one risk factor for heart disease. Some of these risk factors can be controlled such as an unhealthy diet. Risks are greater for people who do not eat enough fruit and vegetables. Eating foods that contain trans fat and high amounts of saturated fats and sodium can also increase the risk of heart disease.

According to Statistics Canada 2012, almost 60 per cent of Canadians aged 12 and older do not consume vegetables and fruit at least five times a day. Vegetables and fruit are rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and other nutrients which are important for our hearts and overall health. Research has shown that eating more than five servings of vegetables and fruit per day is associated with reduced risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Largest Quality Antique & Collectible Dispersal From One Consignor To Ever Hit Eastern Ontario, Over 5000 Lots To Be Sold By Public Unreserved Auction Over 4 Consecutive Dates Being March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th, All Commencing At 9:30 A.M. We are honoured to have been commissioned by Johnson’s Antiques to liquidate every piece of antique furniture, glass, china, oil and other lighting fixtures, crocs, jugs, jewellery and other smalls and collectibles within their store and other storage facilities.

Detailed Listing & Pictures Will Be Available www.theauctionfever.com Approximately 4-5 days before each auction date Do not miss this opportunity to purchase some of the finest antiques available in today’s marketplace, Doug has always been known for his excellent refinishing skills and keen eye for quality.

NOW BOOKING SPRING OUTDOOR ON SITE REAL ESTATE, FARM & HOUSEHOLD AUCTIONS – CALL FOR REMAINING DATES We are also presently accepting consignments for our May 7 Machinery and Equipment Auction.

QUALITY CONSIGNMENTS ALWAYS ACCEPTED Owner & Auctioneer Not Responsible For Loss Or Accident Terms: Cash Or Good Cheque With proper I.D. Prop: Johnson’s Antiques Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, ON 613-537-8862 www.theauctionfever.com

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AUCTION SALE FOR MR. MRS. TONY MINKHORST OF CARDINAL SUN, FEB 28, 2016 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE What a pleasure to be able to present such beautiful collections of items. Mr. & Mrs. Minkhorst are moving to retirement living & have offered up at auction Old Ertl cast iron children’s pedal tractor, cast door stops, tin signs, advertising tins, boxes, and glassware, china, oil lamps, collector cars, vintage toys, marbles, several pieces of antique, modern & retro furniture, jewelry, large selection of vintage cameras, vintage radios, compasses & barometers, pocket watches, knives, statues etc. Auctioneers Note: Due to the amount of merchandise this sale is to be held over 2 sales, 2nd sale to be held in March, date to be announced. Many unlisted items. Something for everyone. See you there! For a detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, accidents day of sale.

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vegetables and fruit throughout your day. Try to eat at least one dark green and one orange vegetable or fruit each day and that could include frozen or canned options. Keep vegetables washed and cut in your refrigerator for quick snacks or to add to an omelet, sauces, soup and smoothies.

Keep fruit in a bowl in your kitchen so that you’ll remember to eat it. When cooking, choose recipes that have vegetables or fruit as the main ingredients, such as stir-fries or salads that include fresh fruit.

Remember, every little bit of vegetables and fruit you eat could mean a step towards a healthier you.

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terol. It does this by binding with cholesterol and fat in your diet and getting rid of it in your stool. Lower blood cholesterol level may help decrease your risk of heart disease. However, many people only get half the amount of fibre they need each day.

Soluble fibre is found in some fruits like apples and oranges, vegetables like carrots, okra and eggplant, grains like oats and barley, and legumes like beans and lentils. There is no specific amount of soluble fibre that you should have in your diet. Instead, focus on total fibre (soluble and insoluble). Adult men should get 38 grams of total fibre and adult women should get 25 grams of fibre every day. If you need to lower your cholesterol, aim for at least 10 grams of soluble fibre per day.

Getting more fibre in general will likely mean you will get more soluble fibre. You can add more fibre by adding lentils or beans to soups, casseroles and salads. Try a bowl of warm oatmeal, topped with pear slices for breakfast. Enjoy cut up carrots and cucumbers with a low-fat dip as a snack. When grocery shopping, compare food labels and choose foods with at least 2 to 4 grams of fibre per serving.

Focus on foods like vegetables and fruit, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds to help boost your fibre intake.

is a man-made fat that is most often found in commercially baked goods, fried foods, and processed and convenience foods.

Limiting saturated and trans fats can help reduce your blood cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease. A high blood cholesterol level can lead to a buildup of plaque in your arteries which can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

To keep your heart healthy, choose lower fat milk products and leaner meats and limit processed foods. Try making creamy soups, dips or dessert with lower fat milk products. Use applesauce to replace some of the fat in your baked goods. Try to select meat alternatives such as legumes (beans, peas and lentils) more often. They are low in fat, high in fibre, vitamins and minerals and contain no cholesterol.

Try adding them to soups, stews, salads or casserole for a healthier meal.

Choose healthy fats like fish, nuts, seeds, plant oils and non-hydrogenated margarine more often. When shopping for packaged foods, compare nutrition labels to find out which products are lower in saturated and total fats. Choose foods with less than 10 per cent of your daily value for saturated fat and look for products that say ‘low fat’ on the package as a guide. Sodium Sodium is a mineral that our body needs to maintain a normal fluid balSoluble fibre Fibre is important for heart health. ance. But eating too much sodium There are two types of fibre, insoluble can cause high blood pressure, stroke, fibre help keeps you regular and solu- heart disease and kidney disease. ble fibre can help lower your choles- Most Canadians eat more than dou-

ble the amount of sodium we need.

Eating less sodium can help you and your family be healthy and feel your best. Even if you don’t have high blood pressure, you can still benefit from lowering the amount of sodium you eat.

More than 75 per cent of the sodium we eat comes from processed or prepackaged ready-to-eat foods such as cheese, deli meats, pizza, sauces and soups. Fast foods and restaurant foods are often also high in sodium.

Salt that is added to food while cooking or at the table contributes very little to our total sodium intake.

You can reduce the amount of sodium in your food by eating more fresh foods and by making your own soups and stews. If you like the convenience of canned soups and prepared meals, look for ones with reduced sodium. You can use the % Daily Value (%DV) on the Nutrition Facts Table to compare products. Look for products with a sodium content of less than 15% DV. Be wary of foods that claim to be healthier because they are seasoned with sea salt – sea salt still has the same amount of sodium as regular salt. By making healthier choices when grocery shopping and cooking at home, you can help lower the amount of sodium you and your family eats.

For more information, you can visit www.healthunit.org, connect with us on Facebook and Twitter or call the Health Action Line at 1-800660-5853.

Carole Chang, MSc, RD is a public health nutritionist with the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

Acclaimed troubadour returns home to launch album March 5 After a two-year absence, Lanark Highlands resident David Francey is bringing his popular music concert to Perth’s St. Paul’s United Church on Saturday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m.

At the show, Francey will be releasing his latest album, Empty Train. As he has for 11 straight albums now, the acclaimed singer/songwriter draws listeners into the emotional power of his stories using nothing but his incisive way with language, his ear for a catchy melody, and his deep and obvious empathy for people who are struggling – no fancy production or orchestration required.

The highly entertaining folk and roots music show is a fundraiser for MERA, a rural community arts centre based in McDonalds Corners.

Francey did not start his music career until he was in his 40s, when his wife, artist Beth Girdler, encouraged him to share his songs and sing in public. The reaction was instant. His first album Torn Screen Door came out in 1999 and was a hit in Canada. Since then, he has released ten albums, won three Juno Awards, Canada’s highest music award.

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Musician David Francey will bring his popular musical style to Perth Saturday, March 5 at St. Paul’s United Church. The concert will serve as the release for his latest album, Empty Train.

Over the nearly 20 years, his reputation has grown and he now performs internationally, particularly Ireland and Australia where he has huge followings. One music observer has written that part of his success is due to

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his insightful songwriting.

“David’s straightforward songs tell honest stories of real people and real places. Poetic perception and a keen eye for the heart of the matter are trademarks of the man and his music.

His songs and stories are a direct connection for audiences seeking depth and meaning in the day-to-day.”

As well, people also warm to Francey as a performer as his wit and self-deprecating humour are an entertaining complement to his keen observations on the pain, rewards, challenges and opportunities of living a full life.

At the performance, Francey will be accompanied by his stellar band, comprised of Mark Westberg, Darren McMullen and Chris Coole.

MERA is an active arts centre, which promotes local artists, workshops in a range of crafts and art, and music events. For more information, go to http://meraschoolhouse.org.

Tickets are $25 and are available online at http://ticketsplease.ca, by telephone at 613-485-6434 or in-person at Jo’s Clothes, 39 Foster St., Perth.

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Take a peek at what’s going on inside the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum The following is the next installment in a series of monthly articles on local museums in Lanark County. The series is being offered in partnership with the Lanark County Museums Network.

There’s a lot going on at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM)! If you’ve never visited our museum, you’ll be very surprised, and if you haven’t visited in a while, you’ll be astonished by how much has changed. The MVTM is an exciting place – where you truly feel “our past is looming,” while also enjoying a contemporary museum experience.

So let’s answer questions you might have about what’s waiting for you at the museum.

What if I want to learn more?

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The Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, left, is located in the heart of downtown Almonte in the annex of Rosamond No. 1 Woolen Mill, which was built in 1867. It is devoted to showcasing the history of the textile production era.

Above, on a trip through the museum, rare textiles are sure to be found.

We thought of that! We now have more than 3,000 carefully preserved artifacts – from photos to quilts and much more – in the museum’s collection, which can be accessed from the MVTM website. An online archive of the Almonte Gazette newspaper from 1861 to 1989 is also available on our website. The extensive Mary Lettner Textile Research Library pre-

serves hundreds of books, magazines and other material on all aspects of industrial textile production, as well as fashion and textile arts and crafts, and many are available for borrowing.

This collection can also be accessed on the museum’s website.

Recently, we acquired bound volumes of Godey’s Lady’s Book and Peterson’s Magazine from 1843 to 1881.

These were the Vogue and Harper’s Exhibits have ranged from cuttingBazaar of their day and are fascinat- edge Japanese designs to photos of ing for lovers of vintage clothing. skyscrapers cut into quilt squares and printed on silk. In November, an OtSo, just old stuff then? tawa artist gave us a massive waterfall Oh, no! The ground floor of the woven from recycled plastic. There’s old warehouse has regularly changing always something new and exciting in exhibitions of contemporary fibre art, the gallery! from across Canada and around the See MUSEUM page 38 world.

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A textile museum? What will I see there?

Located in the annex of Rosamond No. 1 Woolen Mill, built in 1867, the museum interprets the history of the remarkable era when textile production reigned in the Mississippi River Valley. History buffs will love exploring this National Historic Site, especially the permanent exhibit, “Fabric of a Small Town.” Here you can walk around and view actual mill equipment, watch fascinating videos, and see historic photographs and artifacts depicting textile production, together with the lifestyle of early millworkers.

If you time your visit just right, you can chat with volunteer weavers who demonstrate their craft on looms in the gallery and produce beautiful items for sale in the museum’s gift shop.

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Any hands-on activities?

The Millworkers’ Learning Centre on the second floor is a large room equipped with a three-bay sink, and used for workshops on everything from rug-hooking to felt-making, as well as for film viewing. It is also fully equipped with a podium, a highdefinition projector and drop-down screen, video and Wi-Fi access, so you can rent it for a meeting or movie night.

Education programs for grades 4 to 6 and grades 8 to 10 have been designed to complement the school curriculum. We’ve even had a yarn bombing at a local school!

Is there a gift shop?

Oh, yes. The MVTM’s gift shop is as much fun to browse as its exhibitions! Unique, handmade items by local artisans include silk scarves, quilts, felt scarves and hats, mitts, hooked rugs, jewelry, cards, tote bags, cushions and, of course, beautiful placemats, runners and tea towels by the MVTM’s volunteer weavers.

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

A trip to the gift shop (or its pop up shop at Palms Coffee Shop nearby on Mill Street) is a must.

P U B L I C W O R K S D E PA R T M E N T SEALED TENDERS, on forms supplied by The Corporation of the County of Lanark Public Works Department, will be received by the Public Works Facilities Coordinator, at his office, at 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario, until 1:30:00 p.m. local time, on Tuesday, March 8, 2016, as shown below. Tenders will be opened, in public, at the Public Works Building immediately following closing.

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Above, a look at some of the displays found in the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum.

enjoy demonstrations, art exhibits, and dozens of vendors, as well as a vintage clothing show and sale.

Crowning the event is the Lamb Race where hundreds of wooden lambs fly over falls in downtown Almonte and race for the finish line. In February, (Feb. 20, which just passed) hundreds come to choose a handmade pottery bowl from the Almonte Potters’ Any special events?

Guild and fill it with gourmet soups In September, we host Fibrefest, donated by local restaurants at Soup the museum’s two-day festival of for Thought. We also hold the Texthe fibre arts. Thousands of visitors tile Workers Reunion, an antique

appraisal fair and Haunted Walks through Almonte.

Who organizes all this?

Led by our executive director and curator, Michael Rikley-Lancaster, we are powered by a team of dedicated volunteers that carry out research, serve on committees, guide visitors, and help at all the MVTM’s openings and special events. They are the heart of our museum. They work hard but have loads of fun and are always looking for new recruits.

CoNTRACT #PW-B-22-2016-18-E2 2016 – 2018 Lawn Mowing & Landscape Maintenance for the County Administration Buildings & Lanark Lodge Forms of Tender may be obtained at The Corporation of the County of Lanark Public Works Building (no fee required).

The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted.

Jonathan Allen, R.P.A. Facilities Coordinator Lanark County 613-267-1353 roads@lanarkcounty.ca

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Talking about noise levels, turbos, and horsepower mods “Hello Brian, I am thinking of moving from my 2007 Subaru Forester to a newer Subaru Crosstrek, because I don’t need as much space, and I love the higher clearance and AWD for cottage and snow country. The reviews I have read suggest the Crosstrek is noisy. Can you tell me?

1) Would the touring or LTD models be quieter than the base model?

2) Would the 2014s or 2015s be quieter than the 2013?

Is there a way to find the design spec for noise in the different trim levels or model years?

Thanks for any advice on this.

L” Unfortunately no carmaker publishes empirical sound level data for any of their models, and no I wouldn’t think that an upper trim level of any particular model would be quieter than their base unit.

That being said, if noise levels are of a particular concern I would suggest a thorough road test as part of your shopping process. If possible choose a slightly used model to test as brand new units are often very tight and quiet compared to what they’ll be after a few years and miles of normal use.

Pick the roads and routes you normally travel.

You can easily and cheaply quiet down any vehicle with a treatment of undercoating (not rust-proofing) but a thick layer of spray-on tarlike substance applied to the undercarriage.

Many carmakers reduce the amount of sound-deadening material these days in order to lighten their products to meet ever more stringent government fuel economy targets.

A good check to see how quiet your next vehicle will be is to look for double door weather-seals (a complete weather-seal on both the door and the door frame of the vehicle).

“Hello Brian, I have a question concerning the new small displacement turbo engines, in particular if they are capable of going 300,000-400,000 km without major issues. I’m thinking of buying a VW Jetta 1.4 TSI for my next vehicle and I wonder if this car is a good choice for me, as I tend to keep my cars for a long time. (My current ride is a 2003 Toyota Corolla with over 460,000 km on it). Do all turbo engines have to be idled for minute to let the turbo slow down?

Is this an issue since most cars use synthetic oil to lubricate the turbo bearings?

Thanks,

Car Counsellor BRIAN TURNER

E” Of all the turbo makers out there, VW is among the best in terms of engineering their products to last.

That being said, turbo charged engines seldom will make your mileage expectations without a lot of care and investment. Letting the engine idle down after a run is recommended to let the turbo shaft and bearings cool down to avoid the oil ‘coking’ or creating hard deposits which is the number one killer of any turbo.

Even with improved material and construction techniques and synthetic oil, turbos still need this type of care. While turbocharged vehicles make for great exciting rides, I wouldn’t recommend them for extra long-term use.

“Brian, Have a 1989 Corvette with standard factory equipment; 350 cid engine at 245 HP and would like to get up to around 300 HP. I have put a

Hypertech chip in the engine computer and have purchased a K&N filter kit and also got my hands on another air filter cover that I will cut out to open it up. I have not toughened the “come from the factory” exhaust yet, and would like some more bounce here and maybe a little bit more noise. It has a converter on each side with the O2 sensor upstream of the converter on one side only; from here it collects into a single pipe to a resonator and then splits back into two mufflers.

Can I go with two totally individual exhausts, two high capacity converters and into two less restrictive mufflers and leave the O2 sensor as is on the one side ($1,600 estimate) or just remove the converters and resonator and go with two straight pipes to existing mufflers. I purchased my first Corvette (1987) some time back and it was done like this and seemed to work fine (I would guess this would cost between $500 and $700).”

Any comments please.

Thanks A” Congrats on your great taste in rides. I would stick to the first option, as it will keep you emission compliant. Removing the convertors and going to straight pipes will earn you a $350 plus fine if you’re

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ever caught driving on the road.

Emission police even visit collector car shows and meets and hand out fines for even the smallest of emission device tampering or modification.

Unless you plan on trailering your ‘Vette from place to place, keep the emission system to the specs that is was originally built to. Even cutting open a factory air cleaner can earn you an emissions ticket.

As most car collector enthusiasts like you seldom put more than a few thousand kilometres on their treasures annually, I think that the Ministry of Environment should look elsewhere to police polluters, but that’s just my humble opinion.

If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to emc@perfprint.ca or directly to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ in the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume, I can’t always promise replies).

Yours in service Brian Turner

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Perth Military Settlement 200th Anniversary

Original Perth settlers trekked across vast ocean to arrive in untamed wilderness John LeVatte

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Most of us cannot even remotely imagine what it would have taken to pack up our families and squeeze onto cramped, airless ships meant for hauling timber, not people, and set sail for land and a new life in the untamed wilderness of Canada.

But that’s what hundreds did in 1816, taking advan-

tage of land offers for veteran soldiers from the War of 1812 and other European conflicts and others who would make up the original Perth Military Settlement.

These brave, intrepid souls would cut a civilization out of what was essentially an area completely devoid of any kind of social network.

Our original ancestors arrived to find no roads and no infrastructure. In fact, many of the first settlers

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This graphic paints a grim but accurate picture of the types of ships used to transport early settlers to the Perth Military Settlement. walked from Brockville in the winter to the land parcels granted to them by the Crown.

When they arrived, they were shown their land parcels and were given the choice of three lots. In many cases, the land was rough, rocky or covered in swamp and completely unusable

for farming. However, it was useful in some cases for the construction of mills – both grist and saw mills – both of which would go a long way to creating an economy in this brave new land.

When you are crafting a series of historical articles, it’s best to go to those who have the knowl-

edge of the times you are examining. For us, the natural choices for authoritative, accurate reporting had to include local historians David Taylor and Barrie Crampton and author and historian Ron Shaw.

We gathered the three of them together for an interview to help

us shed some light on the early beginnings of the Perth Military Settlement. For most of 2016, we will use the combined historical knowledge of Taylor, Shaw, Crampton and others to paint a picture of what life was like in 1816 and what it took for those early settlers to create the kind of community that would thrive and survive for 200 years.

“If you can imagine these early settlers coming across the North Atlantic – something very difficult to do at any time – in ships designed to haul timber, you can start to think about how awful it must have been for them,” said Shaw.

The earliest economic activity in the area meant that any goods, whether fur or timber or other raw materials, were produced and immediately sent back to a Britain often leaving the colonists without timber or many raw materials of their own.

“The Napoleonic Wars had closed Britain’s access to the Baltic countries where it had traditionally accessed the timber it needed. “Therefore, the new See SETTLERS page 44

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world became more important as a supplier of timber.”

Shaw, Taylor and Crampton describe the conditions in these timber transports as “harsh” saying that while the cost for passage to Canada wouldn’t have been expensive, as the ships were coming back empty anyway, the voyage would have been an incredible hardship.

And while there are many stories, and generally-accepted historical accounts of the original Settlement and its inhabitants, Taylor said it is the side stories that offer perhaps the most interesting account of life in 1816 Perth and area.

“The surveyors, the men who cut through thick bush to measure out these parcels of land were amazing in their own right,” Taylor said. “I don’t know how they did it, considering the tools they had to use, the rough and unforgiving terrain and the sheer size of the area.

“It was their job to mark parcels for the settlers, but equally important was their work of keeping an accurate count of local timber reserves for the British government,” Crampton added. “There are many notations on the original field notes they made when going through the area and most include references to the type of timber available. And, in fact, the original settlers were told that while the land was theirs, the white pine was not,” Crampton added.

Shaw says there is another interesting fact about those original settlers and the area’s raw materials that would allow a successful economy to take hold.

“Again, thanks to the Napoleonic Wars, as well as not having access to Baltic timber, the market for potash was also cut off,” Shaw said. “What they found, however, was the potash from this region and from Canada in general was of a much better quality which allowed these first-generation settlers to make a little bit of cash income, something that was unheard of at the time.” …And that’s when their adventure really began

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The brig Hannah transported immigrants to Canada during the Irish famine, sank in the St. Lawrence in 1849, with a loss of almost 50 people, including relatives of area families.

“The settlers had to make it,” Shaw said. “Potash is produced from the ashes which were a by-product of the process of clearing the land. When they burned all the timber cut to clear their lot, hardwood ash was collected, leeched two or three times and then boiled down to a solid that was potash,” Shaw said. “And while it took a little extra labour on their part, it was something they were doing anyway so it was a nice economic boon for our early ancestors.”

Taylor said as a side note to those early potash pioneers, producing and then transporting the product was often a dangerous and deadly business.

“One fellow who was hauling potash from the Scotch Line to Brockville down through Rideau Ferry and on was killed at Jebb’s Creek when a tree fall on him,” Taylor said. “And there are several diaries from the time where people fell into the potash pot while it was boiling and they were killed. So, needless to say, in order to make a living in those early days, it was often a life or death proposition.”

And while the burgeoning economy for raw materials was growing and individuals were able to create wealth in the community, it was a time of no folding money, no actual currency. Instead, the settlers bartered for much of what they needed.

Also, because of the clergy and the

crown reserve – lands set aside for government officials and the Church of England – the infrastructure didn’t develop. The Clergy Reserve parcels of land were very often not cleared lots. This meant that several parcels would be cleared only to run into a plot or a number of plots of land which were impassable. And with the Church of England not granting road allowances through these properties, the creation of roads and the kind of infrastructure that would have allowed the settlement to grow much more quickly was stalled.

“Because of the clergy and the crown reserves, the needed and necessary infrastructure never really developed for the first 40 years of the Perth Military Settlement,” Shaw said. “The early settlers have all this potash and they have all this timber, and by this time they have some grain and they’re producing meat, but they have no way to get it to market because there are no roads. So this stagnation of development because of the crown and clergy system, gives rise to the Mackenzie Rebellion of 1837.”

In the next series of Perth and District Chamber of Commerce 200th anniversary stories, Taylor, Shaw and Crampton will discuss the building of the Rideau Canal, the development of religion and the establishment of the pillars of politics in the area.

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After the tragic death of his wife Matilda (Christine Jefferies) in the collapse of The Derek Zoolander Center for Kids Who Don’t Read Good and Wanna Learn To Do Other Stuff Good Too, it isn’t long before Derek (Ben Stiller) is declared an unfit parent, and Derek Jr. (Cyrus Arnold) is taken from him. Devastated, Derek leaves the public eye to live the life of a hermit. He says the life of a hermit crab, but we know what he means.

Fifteen years later Billy Zane tracks down Derek. Billy has brought Derek an offer to walk the runway one more time. With a new determination Derek heads to Rome to re-establish himself as a top male model, and to get his son back.

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ing out of self-imposed exile. Hansel (Owen Wilson) was hideously scared when The Center imploded, and has lived in isolation ever since. When they meet in Rome it’s the first time they’ve spoken since that horrible day.

Of course there’s more going on than just a fashion show. All over the world pop stars are being gunned down, and Interpol Agent Valentina (Penelope Cruz) believes Derek is the key to figuring out why. Derek, Hansel and Valentina soon find themselves embroiled in a web of intrigue and mystery they have no hope of unraveling.

To truly enjoy Zoolander 2 you have to achieve a Zen like state.

Your mind must be completely empty. You cannot think, you must simply be.

In that state Zoolander 2 has its moments. Between the cameos, and the ‘it’s so stupid it’s funny’ bits, you can’t help but laugh. You’re

laughing at it more than with it, but you laugh all the same. If at any moment you allow yourself to think about it the whole thing falls apart.

I do enjoy a cast that appears to be having as much fun as this one does. As former swimsuit model-turned-fashion-cop Penelope Cruz has no fear getting in on the act.

Will Ferrell seems to truly relish playing the only intelligent character even if he is a psychopath. Cyrus Arnold, Kristen Wiig, Milla Jonovicth, Fred Armisen, Benedict Cumberbatch, Justin Theroux, Kyle Mooney, and all the rest might be in a brilliantly stupid movie, but at least they seem to be enjoying it.

As comedy teams go Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson have been more miss than hit for me.

Though of all their characters Zoolander and Hansel are their best, and I kind of enjoyed seeing them back together. I wish it was in a funnier movie, but you can’t have everything.

I get that Zoolander is supposed to be painfully stupid. I just don’t think his movie should also be painfully stupid.

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Celebrate A Life In The Theatre at Full Circle Theatre this week In BarnDoor Productions’ A Life In The Theatre, you get a rare opportunity to gain a glimpse into the backstage magic that makes up live theatre.

You might come away with some of your illusions dashed. You will come away laughing.

A Life In The Theatre opened last weekend at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre and proved an audience pleaser from the first scene. It is a fast (105-minutes with an intermission), at times silly, at times moving examination of the frailties and fragilities of the theatrical life. It is an early play by American author David Mamet, winner of the Pulitzer Prize for his comedy Glengarry Glen Ross and Tony nominee for that and Speed-The-Plow. Mamet is considered one of the grittiest, most uncompromisingly honest writers of the last 50 years, and A Life In The Theatre is an example of that grit.

“David Mamet is being cruel to actors,” said an audience member on opening night at Full Circle Theatre.

Two theatre professionals standing near commented, “No, he got it just about right.” The actor-animal is a peculiar breed, often full of small vanities and small frailties, but with a mindset that encompasses the 3,000year history and artistic importance of “the theatre” as a whole. In A Life In The Theatre, Mamet puts both sides of that under the glare of theatre lights, and makes us laugh at it.

The play’s two-person cast fly through a whirlwind of scenes, backstage, on stage, in the dressing room, in the rehearsal room and on the way to the pub. David Bird is Robert, an older actor who takes it upon himself to mentor younger John, played by Chris Angel. Robert, as played by Bird, is sometimes pompous, sometimes wise, sometimes irritating, but always funny. John, on the verge of success beyond Robert’s, is, in Angel’s hands, quietly self-confident, while taking in stride the accidents and incidents that happen along the way, whether it’s props that fail or being stuck in an Empire-waist dress and curly blonde wig for no apparent reason. Whether lost at sea or battling with their wits in a drawing room onstage, rehearsing and preparing backstage, the Bird and Angel support each other in a real ensemble effort.

We should also not forget the hardest working set and costume crew around, who handle 24 scene and costume changes with a minimum of pause and fuss. Every short scene is set differently and costumed differently, but the pace of the show never slackens. The costumes can be very elaborate, such as French Revolution period cocked hat and wigs or Three Musketeers costumes to go with a rapier duel, while the sets consist of a series of wheeled pieces that are quickly moved and set up. The neat trick of

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David Bird (right) as Robert, an older actor playing an older sailor, gives his wisdom to Chris Angel (left) as John, a younger actor playing a younger sailor, as they play a scene of shipwreck in A Life In The Theatre (seen from the back!), which concludes its run at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre with performances Thursday through Sunday this week. the play is that the “onstage” portions, scenes from the plays the characters are performing, are done to a painted backdrop of an audience at the back of the stage, while the real audience sees the nitty-gritty behind the sets.

It all helps show the theatrical life for what it is.

“A life spent in the theatre,” says

Robert. “The pubs, the draughty walls, the pencilled scripts – and the stories you hear!” There is a pause. “It all goes so quickly,” he mourns. And, it does, as the show has only one more weekend, with performances Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.

If you’re not a theatrical type, you’ll still enjoy A Life In The Theatre as a fast, funny, energetic comedy. If you are a theatrical type, it’s a show you really should see and BarnDoor Productions makes this offer: bring in a show program with your name on it as a performer, director, crew-member or such, and get in at half-price. That’s how much BarnDoor Productions thinks the show should be seen by the theatre community.

There is much else happening at Full Circle Theatre, with the international award-winning Celtic quintet The Outside Track appearing on Tuesday, March 8. The group is coming to Perth straight from Glasgow, Scotland. Tickets for that are at Shadowfax in Perth (www.shadowfax. on.ca). Just prior to that, the fourth annual Spring Thaw High School Drama Festival will bring together seven plays from regional high schools in a first preview of their Sears Drama Festival entries.

BarnDoor Productions’ April presentation of Dylan Thomas’ Under Milk Wood is already in rehearsal,

with a cast of 13 taking on the 37 roles in the “play for voices” that was Thomas’ last work and perhaps greatest work and Film Night International continues their highly successful series of independent film with shows every other Wednesday.

And, perhaps most urgently, Monday, Feb. 29 (yes, Leap Day!), BarnDoor Productions is holding open auditions for Cheddar, a musical comedy all about Perth’s Mammoth Cheese.

It’s the second of four shows on the books to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Perth Military Settlement.

It’s the silliest subject in the world for a musical and the creators decided to recruit the characters of Groucho, Harpo and Chico Marx to tell it, as they chase the cheese on its (real!) adventures around the world.

Information on all of the events at Full Circle Theatre, including auditions, dates, times, downloadable scripts and music are on the BarnDoor Productions website: www. barndoorproductions.ca. A Life In The Theatre runs Feb. 25, 26, 27 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. at Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig Street, Perth, near Last Duel Park. Tickets are $20 reserved, $22 at the door; students $10. To reserve, call 613-267-1884. No credit cards required; cash at the performance is requested.

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