The Standard Newspaper February 19th 2015

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Vol. 11 No. 8

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2015

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Scugog veterans and volunteers awarded by MP

From left, Edward Groves, Ryan Edgar, MP Erin O’Toole, Kent Farndale, Bob Murray, George Emmerson and Hilary Carnegie took part in a ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 12 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 419 - where MP O’Toole handed out the Community BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard Service Medallion in recognition of their achievements.

BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: Durham’s Member of Parliament, and the newly-minted Minister of Veterans Affairs, honoured some of Scugog’s finest volunteers on Thursday, Feb. 12 - during a special Community Service Medallion Ceremony.

MP O’Toole recognized several North Durham residents who have exemplified extraordinary contributions to the community.

The presentations took place at the Royal Canadian

Legion, Branch 419 in Port Perry with family, community and Legion members in attendance.

MP O’Toole presented Community Service Medallions to C. Ryan Edgar, Kent Farndale, Edward Groves, George Emmerson and Ms. Hillie Carnegie.

Bob Murray also received a commemorative Victory Pin, and a certificate honouring his 97th birthday.

“From sharing a passion for the arts, to raising funds for local community needs, to serving this country at

war or simply sharing a remarkable story of fate, all of these recipients are united in representing the best of our Canadian values. Communities only become a home we cherish because of the volunteers who are the lifeblood of the causes, places or events we all enjoy.” said MP O’Toole. “It is also very special for me as Minister of Veterans Affairs to honour two veterans from Scugog who continue to inspire Canadians. Mr. Emmerson and Mr. Groves are the sorts of men who in-

spired me to enlist.”

MP O’Toole created the special Community Service Medallion in 2013 to salute exceptional volunteers and leaders from Durham who make significant contributions to our area, to Canada or the world.

A statement from the MP’s office follows, detailing MP O’Toole’s comments on each recipient.

Mrs. Kent Farndale has dedicated her life to community volunteerism and has built her life around sharing her passion of the

arts and celebrating the talents in artists.

Mr. C. Ryan Edgar has spent two decades committing himself to serving local, provincial and national community through his volunteer and fundraising efforts, most notably with Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Mr. Edward Groves is a WWII veteran who served with infamous Devil’s Brigade, the 1st Special Service Force (FSSF). The legacy of this brigade lives on, as many modern American

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T The Township of Scugog is undertaking tw wo Municipal Class C Environm mental Assesssments. Theyy include:

The Seagrave S Bridg ge (Bridge 6) over the Nonquon River, oon River Stree et in the Village of Seagrave e, 0.95 km north of Regional Road R 2. The existing bridge was construucted in 1920 and is a sing gle span strucctural steel t with a laminated timbe er deck and an n asphalt weaaring surface. The bridge is in poor condition and is pony truss curren ntly posted witth a load limitt. The bridge e was closed recently due tto the bearing g seat deterio oration and which was tempora arily repaired allowing a the brridge to reopeen. Also the h handrail does not meet currrent bridge r code requirements.

Bridge e 9 over the Nonquon N Rive er, on Scugog Line 8, 1.7 kkm east of Hig ghway 7/12. T The existing b bridge was constrructed in 1940 0 and is a three span (3.7 7 m+\-; 3.7 m +\-; 3.1 m+\-)) structural ste eel girder brid dge with a timberr deck and asphalt wearing surface. The e bridge is in ppoor condition and is currently closed to trraffic. Also the ha andrail does no ot meet curren nt bridge code e requirementss.

T These projectts are being initiated in accordance a with w the latesst edition of the Municipa al Class Environmental A Assessment (E EA) Manual. The T Municipal Class EA app plies to munic ipal infrastructture projects including roads, bridges, w water and wasstewater proje ects. The Pro oject is designated as a S Schedule â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; u undertaking under the Environmental A Assessment Act. A The sccope of the study s will assess options for the rem moval, rehabilitation, replaccement or rreconstruction to current standards of the bridge and recommend a p referred option.

P Public and agency consulta ation is an im mportant comp ponent of the Environmenta al Assessmen nt process. P Public and a agency input are a invited for incorporation i into the planniing and designn of the projecct.

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PUBLIC INFORMATION C CENTRE Da ate: Tim me: Lo ocation:

arch 31, 2015 Tuesday, Ma 7:00 pm to 9:00 9 pm The Scugog Recreation C entre Meeting Roo oms 2 and 3 1655 Reach Street O Port Perry, Ontario

T The Public Info ormation Centtre will consistt of a drop-in type t format wiith displays sh howing the alte ernative solutions. Staff from the Municcipality and the e project lead consultant will be on hand tto answer anyy questions S Subject to com mments received and the recceipt of necesssary approvalls, the Townsh hip of Scugog intends to pro oceed with the planning, design, d and co onstruction of these t projects. a of these pprojects, please Iff you are interrested in receivving further information on any e contact the ffollowing indivviduals: Township off Scugog Glen Smith blic Works and d Parks Director Pub 181 Perry Street, S PO Boxx 780 Port Perry, ON O L9L 1A7 Phone 905-985-7346 ext.. 149 Fax 905-985 5-9914 email: gsmitth@scugog.ca a

AECOM Ca anada Ltd. Dennis Baxxter, P. Eng. Project Man nager 300 Water Street N Whitby, ON L1N 9J2 Phone 905--668-9363 Fax 905-66 68-0221 email: denn nis.baxter@ae ecom.com

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Thursday, February 19, 2015 • 3

Uxbridge’s Jumpstart chapter is making a lasting impact DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: More than 600 local kids were able to get off the sidelines and get involved in recreation activities last year, as the local Canadian Tire Jumpstart program continued to make a tremendous impact in the community in 2014.

Since the program launched in Uxbridge in 2005, more than $180,000 in funding has assisted more than 1,700 local youths by removing financial barriers associated with recreation through the charity. Last year, more than $53,000 was raised locally, aiding almost 650 young people to be involved in sports and recreation.

“This sort of success is a double edged sword, and shows just how many kids are in need in Uxbridge Township,” Uxbridge Canadian Tire owner Pat Higgins explained to members of Council at a meeting in January, also noting that 100 per cent of money raised locally to support Jumpstart stays in the community.

Mr. Higgins also added that almost 10 per cent of players registered to Uxbridge

Minor Hockey this season are at least partially funded through Jumpstart.

Uxbridge’s Jumpstart program aids recreation in two ways. An individual child submission program, which provides financial assistance for children involved in sports and recreation such as karate, hockey, soccer and lacrosse. As well, there are community developments programs, which typically last 8 to 10 weeks, and are either free or low-cost, and include basketball, floor hockey and dance.

“The impact recreation has in our community is a ripple effect,” said Rebecca Harman, Uxbridge’s Jumpstart ambassador. “We get amazing feedback from parents with kids that are involved in our after-school programs.”

Ms. Harman also noted that families can get involved through the Take Time family program, which makes activities such as free bowling at Parish Lanes and free family swims at Uxpool.

“The Take Time family program is about getting families involved with their kids,” said Ms. Harman, adding that 186

people registered for a free family swimming membership, far exceeding the 50 people organizers expected.

One of the primary sources of funding for the local Jumpstart chapter since 2010 has been the Gary Roberts and Friends Charity Golf Tournament, held every August at Wooden Sticks. The event draws numerous NHL stars to Uxbridge, and has raised more than $130,000 for the Jumpstart chapters in Uxbridge and Scugog since its inception.

“We’re honoured to have Gary Roberts as part of our team and really appreciate that Jumpstart was chosen as the recipient,” said Amanda Ferraro, the Township’s Manager of Recreation, Culture and Tourism.

In addition, last year, the local Jumpstart chapter benefitted from donations of $20,000 from Canadian Tire Uxbridge, $5,000 from the Christopher Skinner Foundation, $3,500 from Mudnewton, $1,000 from Bodyfit, and a further $5,000 from other community initiatives.

“There’s nothing better than kids who are involved in sports and recreation,” said Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor.

“Those are going to be our future leaders and it’s great to learn that we have one of the best chapters in Canada, right here in Uxbridge.”

For more information about Uxbridge’s Canadian Tire Jumpstart program, please visit www.town.uxbridge.on.ca/sports_and_ recreation or jumpstart.canadiantire.ca.

Dine In or Take Out

Ashley and Joshua joined their families and friends for an afternoon of bowling fun, on Monday, Feb. 16 at Parish Lanes in Uxbridge. Each Family Day, Living Water Community Church sponsors a day of free bowling for BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard families to enjoy.

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The Standard

Uxbridge budget finalized with expected total increase of 1.7 per cent DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: Councillors have put the finishing touches on this year’s municipal budget, which is slated to be approved and adopted next week.

It is estimated by township staff that the total property taxes for a home in the municipality assessed at $400,000 will see an overall property tax increase of $82 or 1.7 per cent this year.

Uxbridge’s 2015 budget

consists of $14.5 million in operating expenditures, and $8.7 million of capital expenditures, with the township portion of the tax bill expected to climb 3.9 per cent, plus an additional one per cent for the township’s Asset Preservation Reserve.

The township portion of the tax bill will climb approximately $53 per household, with local residents benefitting from uploading and funding of select programs at the Regional level, despite some funding cuts at the municipal level.

According to township staff, for every one dollar in residential property taxes collected by Uxbridge Township in 2014, 17 cents went towards education, 23 cents stayed in Uxbridge, while 60 cents went to the Region of Durham.

“The focus of the 2015 budget was to maintain existing service and program levels and minimize tax increases,” explained Ward 2 Councillor Pat Molloy, who serves as Deputy Mayor as well as Chair of the Finance and

Emergency Service Committee. “Since 2011, our Township has experienced many financial pressures; cuts in provincial funding, lack of growth and high assessment values have been he main challenges that Council and residents have had to endure. I wish we could keep the tax increase at zero, but that’s just not possible in today’s world.”

Specifically, Councillor Molloy noted that the Township has been impacted by cuts to the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund, which

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DETAIL DESIGN Pavement Rehabilitation on Highway 7/12 from Highway 47 to Brock 2nd Line (8.7 km), Highway 7/12 from Highway 47 to Highway 7A (7.1 km) and Highway 7A from Port Perry Plaza to Highway 7/12 S. Junction (4.7 km), Structure Rehabilitation on Highway 7/12 at Lynde Creek and Nonquon River Bridges

G.W.P. 2062-13-00 and G.W.P. 2280-13-00

THE PROJECT The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained D.M. Wills Associates Ltd. to conduct a detail design study for pavement and structure rehabilitation on Highway 7/12 (see Key Maps). The proposed work will include: D Pavement rehabilitation of Highway 7/12 from Highway 47 to Brock 2nd Line (Blackwater), 8.7 km; D Pavement rehabilitation of Highway 7/12 from Highway 47 to Highway 7A (Manchester), 7.1 km; D Pavement rehabilitation of Highway 7A from Port Perry Plaza to Highway 7/12 S. Junction, 4.7 km; D Structure rehabilitation of the Nonquon River Bridge (Site 22-331), Highway 7/12; and D Structure rehabilitation of the Lynde Creek Bridge (Site 22-113), Highway 7/12.

THE PROCESS This detail design is following the approved planning process for a Group ‘C’ project under the Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000). Through this process, several activities will be undertaken including documenting the existing conditions and sensitivities of the study areas, determining the potential impacts/changes, designing and evaluating alternatives where applicable and recommending appropriate mitigation.

COMMENTS We would appreciate receiving any comments, information or suggestions that you may have regarding this project. All comments should be received by March 13, 2015. Your comments should be directed to: Mr. Michael Lang, P.Eng. Project Manager D.M. Wills Associates Ltd. 150 Jameson Drive Peterborough, ON K9J 0B9 tel: 705-742-2297 ext. 241 fax: 705-741-3568 e-mail: mlang@dmwills.com

Mr. Boris Latkovic, P.Eng. Project Manager Ministry of Transportation Building D, 4th Floor 1201 Wilson Avenue Downsview, ON M3M 1J8 tel: 416-235-4394 fax: 416-235-3576 e-mail: boris.latkovic@ontario.ca

Comments and information regarding this study are being collected to assist the ministry and their consultants in meeting the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. The collection of comments and information will be conducted in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Comments will be maintained on file for use during the study and may be included in the study documentation. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

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was cut by 20 per cent this year, falling by $184,400.

Over the past three years, these payments by the province have dropped by a total of $466,200.

As well, the municipality has seen only slight development and growth due to limited sewage capacity, in addition to limitations placed on the township through provincial Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine policies.

The township has also been unsuccessful in its last three applications to obtain infrastructure grants from the upper levels of government.

While Councillor Molloy added that it can be frustrating for the township to be turned down for funding in spite of responsible financial planning - the township has not taken on a debenture since Uxpool was constructed more than 40 years ago, and has been debt free for many years he noted that the municipality will continue working to obtain funding.

“It can be frustrating when we’re turned down largely because of high assessment values and high average incomes, but we are planning to meet with delegates from the provincial government at the upcoming Good Roads Convention to keep the lines of dialogue open. We’re not

giving up on this money.

We think we deserve our share, and we’re not looking for a hand-out, just our fair share.”

Highlighting this year’s capital budget is the municipality’s new Fire Hall, which is slated to be built on Brock St., just east of Conc. 6.

“I believe that we will be able to get shovels in the ground later this year on the new Fire Hall,” stated Councillor Molloy. “It went slow for the first yearand-a-half, but we’re really moving now. Site alterations should begin in the fall, with construction to follow next year.”

The fate of the current Fire Hall on Bascom St. is yet to be decided, but should the municipality decide to sell the building - which was recently appraised for $600,000 - funds from the sale will go towards the expected $3.8 million cost of the new Fire Hall.

Councillor Molloy also noted that the township remains committed to bringing more businesses to Uxbridge while facing fierce competition from other municipalities.

“Is it the township’s responsibility to rent out every building along Brock St.?” added Councillor Molloy. “We bend over backward to try and bring business to Uxbridge.”

Charges laid after stabbing in stolen property dispute UXBRIDGE: A 17-yearold male was arrested last week following a verbal dispute turned physical which left an Uxbridge man suffering from serious stab wounds.

According to police, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at approximately 3 p.m., the victim, a 23-year-old male, was in the area of Brock St. East and Third Ave., looking for an acquaintance’s stolen property. A group of young males headed towards him and the victim began to argue with one of the males, who was an acquaintance.

The suspect, armed with a knife, attacked the victim and stabbed him numerous times before fleeing the area.

The victim was rushed to Uxbridge Cottage Hospital before being transferred to a Toronto-area trauma centre where he was treat-

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ed for serious, but non-life threatening injuries.

The suspect was later located at the Uxbridge Public Library. He was arrested without incident by the DRPS Tactical Support Unit.

A 17-year-old male from Uxbridge is charged with: Aggravated Assault; Assault with a Weapon; and Possession of Weapons Dangerous. He was held for a bail hearing and cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Loughlin of North Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888579-1520, ext. 2676.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or on-line at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca.

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NORTH DURHAM BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly Dale and Janet Van Camp enjoyed a two week holiday skiing in Quebec. The first week they were North of Montreal and were joined by their family – Mary And Mack Meyers, Michael and David Van Camp. The second week Dale and Janet continued their holiday skiing in the eastern Townships.

On Sunday at the United Church, the Sacrament of Baptism was conducted by Rev. Jennifer Uhryniw when Mack Oliver, son of Sam and Mary (Nee Van Camp) Meyer and Audrey Grace daughter of Derrick and Erin (nee Lang) Campbell were received into the church community.

Derrick and Erin Campbell hosted a family gathering following church in honour of Audrey’s baptism and her first birthday. Guests included Tim and Leanne Lang, Sharlynn and Rick Campbell, Mike and Nicole Land and children Cohen, Harrison and Hayden, Alissa and

Jason Cole and their son Jake.

Following church, Sam and Mary Meyer hosted a family gathering in hound of Mack’s baptism. In attendance were grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins at this happy gathering.

On Friday, March 6, at 2 p.m., the annual; World Day of Prayer will be held at St. John’s Anglican Church. The theme this year will be The Bahamas.

Winners at the Tuesday evening card party with eight tables were Don Trunks, Marilyn Trunks, Harold Crawford (who also had the most lone hands), Doris Manns and Elmo Gibson, Lorna Edgerton was low. Winners of the specials were Elaine Bailey, Linda Carder, Marilyn Trucks and Alvin Foster. These card parties are open to anyone who enjoys an evening of euchre. They are held at St. John’s Anglican Church and begin at 7:30 p.m. sharp each Tuesday evening.

EPSOM & UTICA by Kem Cehajic The Bethesda Reach WI will be holding their February meeting on Wednesday, February 25 at 7:30 pm. Please call 905852-3925 or 905-985-3976 for details of the speaker and location of the meeting.

The Bethesda-Reach WI will be holding their Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at Noon, on April 14, 2015 at Trinity United Church on First Ave, in Uxbridge. Fashions are by Alia/TanJay, Oshawa Centre. Tickets ($20 each) will

be available from 905-985-3976, 905852-3925 or 905-852-4024 or from all WI members.

Conversions in Faith meets Feb 26.

This month’s Soup Luncheon at Goodwood United Church is on Thursday, Feb 26, at Noon.

Ash Wednesday is this week which means the season of Lent, good luck with whatever you are going to give up until Easter.

GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till Temperatures in the minus twenties have made for a very cold “Family Day” weekend, but we can be thankful for the sunshine!

Our community volunteer Heart and Stroke canvassers are braving the cold in support of the February fundraising campaign.

Please support when they knock at your door.

The Winter Blues Revival Dance at the Hall, which was scheduled for Feb. 21, has been cancelled.

The Lions Club meets the first and third Wednesday each month, and this Wednesday (18th), a pot luck supper with pre-registration, is planned for new comers to the community.

Though Shrove Tuesday, a.k.a. Pancake Day, is on Tuesday (Feb. 17), the Lions Club have Maple Syrup for sale $10 per 500 ml., anytime, by calling 905-985-3723, an ongoing fundraiser.

From the school, next Wednesday, Feb. 25, will be the monthly HSP lunch of French Toast, syrup, berries and juice. Please get your forms in so you don’t

miss this delicious lunch, kids. Also, next Wednesday will be Pink Shirt Day! The School Choir, led by the wonderful Mrs. D. Bell, has been working hard preparing for the Sunderland Music Festival. They will be performing on Feb. 26!

I was sorry to hear that Kevin Gaffney’s father passed away quite suddenly on Feb. 8. Sincere sympathy to Kevin, Delma and Mr. Gaffney’s family.

Better health is also wished for Kevin, who has been in poor health for awhile.

Greeters at church on Sunday were Barclay, Shelley, Keaton, Jaclynn and Janelle Phoenix.

In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Canadian Flag, O Canada was sung. Rev. Parker thanked Doug Watson for his dedication and expertise of digital screen presentations-each Sunday.

Happy Birthday wishes go to Debbie Ward.

Rev. Richard’s children time dealt with Valentine Messages. Pauline Reed spoke of the Haida Indian

Language renewal program where DVD’s are being made and used to help teach the Haida Children their traditional language which is spoken only by some of their people over 75 years of age – a Mission and Service funded program in British Columbia near Prince Rupert. Pauline also noted that 2015 Lenten Calendars are available for anyone who is ready to accept the challenge - Wednesday, Feb. 18 to Saturday, April 4. E.g. –“How many living plants in your home?” Donate $.05 for each. More than 15? Donate just $.75”.

Funds will be received Easter Sunday, and forwarded to M&S works.

Sunday, Feb. 22 is the first Sunday of Lent, also Communion will be served.

Greenbank’s Annual Meeting follows the a.m. service.

(Bring your annual reports please, and lunch donations of sandwiches or sweets).

Rev. Parker is looking forward to Pastoral Care visits if you call him at 905-579-9899 or rparker@ sympatico.ca.

Thursday, Feb. 19 Uxbridge Genealogy Group at the Uxbridge Public Library, lower hall, 7 p.m.

Knowledgeable members will discuss how to utilize Family Tree Maker in the most productive way. Admission $2.

50/50 draw.

Saturday, Feb. 21 Summer House League Soccer registration - open to ages 4 to 18 yrs. In-person Registration from 8am to Noon at the Uxbridge Arena, Williamson Boardroom. Early Bird rate deadline is Feb. 28th.

For more information or to Register on-line visit www. uxbridgesoccerclub.com.

Sunday, Feb. 22 The Uxbridge Kinsmen Club will be holding their annual Family Day skating party from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Uxbridge’s Elgin Pond. There will be a free barbeque with Hot Dogs and Hamburgers and of course plenty of Hot Chocolate and Coffee to keep you warm.

For those who wish to contribute there will be a donation box with proceeds to the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Organization. A washroom facility will be available at the site. For further details please go to our web site at www. uxbridgekinsmen.ca Wednesday, Feb. 25 Bring your fiddle, guitar, vocals and dancing shoes to the Port Perry Fiddle Club’s February Valentine Dance at the Scugog Community Centre (1655 Reach St.) starting at 6 p.m. Everyone welcome, $5 admission. For more info, call 905-985-7557.

Thursday, Feb. 26 Pay-what-you-can lunch from 12 to 2 p.m.. followed by talk and Q&A period with Uxbridge lawyer, Bob Sedore of Bailey and Sedore, Barristers.

Sponsored by St. Paul’s Anglican Church and North House. Location: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 59 Toronto Street South.

Information 905-852-6853. * North Durham Nature is hosting a talk, “The Ever Changing Nature of Lake Scugog”, presented by Barbara Karthein, President of the Scugog Lake Stewards.

It will take place at the Scugog Memorial Library (231 Water Street, Port Perry) at 7 p.m.

Everyone is welcome! For more information please visit NDN’s website: www.northdurhamnature.com. * Goodwood Uunited Church Soup Lunch - Join us from 11 am to 1 pm for the original

soup lunch!Homemade soup, bread, dessert and beverage - all for just $5 Fun and friendship free! Located on the corner of Front Street (Concession 3) and Goodwood Rd. Need more information? Call 905640-3347.

Saturday, Feb. 28 Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham (BBBSND) is hosting their annual Wing & Pizza Night at the Scugog Community Centre Doors open at 7p.m. and wings and pizza will be served from 8p.m. until 9:30p.m.

Tickets are available for $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased from from the Big Brothers Big Sisters office (The Scout Hall), Gus Brown, PPPrint and Flawless Dry Cleaners. Please note that this is a 19 plus event. * Summer House League Soccer registration - open to ages 4 -18 yrs. In-person Registration from 9 am - 11 am at the Uxbridge Arena, Williamson Boardroom. Early Bird rate deadline is Feb. 28th.

For more information or to Register Online visit www. uxbridgesoccerclub.com Sunday, March 1 Snow White coming to Uxbridge for an interactive family fun theatre performance by Dufflebag Theatre Company in support of Durham Farm and Rural Family Resources programs. The show will begin at 1 pm, with doors opening at 12:30 pm, family passes are $40 (any two adults and four children) or an individual pass for $10 Please contact 905862-3131 or www.durhamfamilyresources.org for more information. * Music Fest from 10-11 a.m. at Reachview Village, Uxbridge. An excellent venue for anyone to gain experience performing - be it singing, dance, story-telling or playing an instrument. All welcome.

For more info please contact Jo at 905-852-6487.

Friday, Mar. 6 World’s Day of Prayer at Prince Albert United Church, starting at 1 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 7 Seagrave Fun-Spiel starting at 9 a.m. at Port Perry Curling Club. Open to 64 curlers from the area, with new curlers welcome to join in the fun! $25 per person or $40 for a couple.

For more info, contact Dave or Angie at angndave@hotmail.com or 905-260-0216 by Feb. 27.

Wednesday, March 18 Pine Ridge Garden Club

trip to Canada Blooms. Bus & Admission $45. Leaving Nestleton 8:30 a.m. and Port Perry at 8:50. For more info call D. Slute 985-0778 or dianneslute@powergate.ca.

Every Monday * Uxbridge Legion Pipes and Drums welcomes new members and offers free lessons for both, Uxbridge Legion, 109 Franklin St., Uxbridge 7:30 p.m. info: Alex 905-649-1620. * Pineridge Chorus of Sweet Adelines rehearsal, 7:15 p.m., Uxbridge Music Hall, 905-8526327.

Every Tuesday * Knitting , crocheting , or bring your other crafts to Caesarea church hall at 3625 Hwy 57. Our main focus is making baby items for charity.

Yarn donations appreciated.

Call Joyce 905 986 0777. * Victory Christian Centre (Revolution) youth group, ages 12 and up,7:30 p.m., info: 905985-1346. * Sunderland Legion, Bingo, 7 p.m. * Euchre, 7:30 p.m., St. John’s Anglican Church, Blackstock, year round, sponsored by the Cartwright Seniors. * North Durham Community Bible Study (interdenominational) meeting, 9:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m., Uxbridge Baptist church, 231 Brock St., W. Every Wednesday * Community Soup Lunch Noon to 1:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 40 Toronto St. S, Uxbridge. Pay what you can to support Loaves and Fishes food bank and North House. The lunches are provided by North House, local churches and community groups. All are welcome! * #41 Port Perry Army Cadets training night, 6:30 - 9 p.m., Port Perry High School, info: www.41portperryrcacc.com * Handicapable Ministry’, Trinity United Church, 20 First Ave., Uxbridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. All special needs women and men are welcome, info 905-852-6213.

Every Thursday * ‘Soups on Us,’ organized by five local churches and a Parents Support Group, Church of the Ascension Hall, 266 North St., Port Perry, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. running until March 27. * Weekly euchre, Nestleton Hall, 7:30 p.m. * Sunderland Legion, Darts, 7:30 p.m. * Pickleball, 9 a.m. - noon, Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Perry.

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Scugog is getting ready for Spring SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is bringing on the spring-thaw early this year, as registrations and sign-ups for spring sports teams and camps, kicks off this weekend.

Come out to the Scugog Arena, located at 1655 Reach St., on Sunday, Feb. 22 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to register early. Tables and booths will be

set up in the lobby area outside of Pad 2, for your perusal.

Readers are encouraged to ensure their space for upcoming programs offered by a variety of community organizations.

Programming will be offered by the Township of Scugog (exciting and new March Break and spring camps), Antweek, Enforcers Lacrosse, Durham

United FC, Port Perry School of Music, Port Perry Dance Academy, and Scugog Soccer.

Any additional community groups who are interested in setting up a table are asked to contact Interim Recreation Curator Shannon Kelly as soon as possible, vie e-mail at recreation@scugog.ca, or by phone at 905-985-8698 ext. 101.

SEAGRAVE by Jean Short Hope everyone had a Happy Valentines Day. Seagrave had an awesome Men’s Breakfast on Valentines Day. The Men’s Group served up 65 delicious breakfasts, and each lady in attendance was given a red carnation to take home.

The Seagrave Community send their condolences to the families of Allan Sweetman and Myrtle Gimblet.

Happy Birthday wishes to Lorne Dann on Feb. 18.

If you enjoy playing Euchre, the local Euchre Club will be celebrating 15 years in March, with 15 extra outings and lots of fun. If you are interested please call Diane Cooke at 905985-3722.

If you are a curler or not and would like to meet other Seagravers, please remember that Angie and David Barnes are planning a Friendly Bonspiel for the people of Seagrave on Saturday, March 7, at the Port Perry Curling Club. Equipment and instructions from some of Seagrave’s Best are included. Please contact Angie and David at 905260-0216 or by e-mail at angndave@hotmail.com.

The Seagrave Sunday School is looking for children to participate in a Puppet Play on Sunday, March 1. Please contact Wendy at 905985-3204 or seagraveyouthgroup@hotmail.com.

Greeters this past Sunday were Richard

Charron and Dale Goddard. The Christ Candle was lit in memory of Al Sweetman who grew up in Seagrave. Tara Taylor reported for M&S. They are still collecting prescription or reading glasses, Campbell soup labels and stamps.

There is a collection box in the Gathering Room.

2015 Lenten Calendars are available on the table at the rear of the church. Please keep Rev. Paul and his family, and Al Gagnon and all others who are suffering in your daily prayers. We look forward to seeing the front pews filled next Sunday, check to your Lenten calendar to see why! The Congregation sang Happy Birthday to Elizabeth Redshaw and

PRINCE ALBERT by Pat Boyd This Thursday, Feb. 19, at 7 p.m. is the very important meeting in the Community Centre for all residents of Prince Albert concerning the proposed development. This is your chance to speak your mind and most certainly ask questions.

The Winter Study Series called Twice Told Tales starts this Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the lounge of Port Perry United Church. The daytime series will be on Thursdays in the

Fellowship Room from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Prince Albert United Church beginning this Thursday, Feb. 19.

Please mark your calendar for Friday, March 6, as Prince Albert United Church will be hosting World Day of Prayer at 1 p.m.

Rehearsals are now taking place on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the Passion Play which will be presented on Maundy Thursday, April 2.

Betty Somerville.

Greenbank Church will host an Official Board Meeting at 7:30 p.m., on Tuesday, Feb. 24.

On Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m., everyone is invited to take part in Opening The Doors to Spirituality Bible Study.

World Day of Prayer will be held on Friday, March 6, at 12:30 p.m., at Seagrave United Church, with dessert and beverage. Meeting to follow.

The next installment of Out To Lunch is scheduled for Noon on March 17, watch this column for more information.

If you have news for this column please email grammiejean2010@ hotmail.com or phone 905-985-9921.

ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling Oh how I envy those several couples who are spending time in nice hot climates - can’t come soon enough for me. What with the cold temps and wild winds it’s got to be that polar vortex we heard about last winter but few are mentioning it. My friends and relatives in westcoast in BC are talking about green grass and flowers blooming - I should disown them!

Mr. and Mrs. Wakelin, Lorraine Ottolini’s parents were with her and Steve two weekends ago and daughter Katie was also home from university.

Happy birthday to Gisela Rolling, who celebrated this week!

Fourteen people gathered to see the movie ‘The Butler’ at Zephyr church last Thursday. It prompted much discussion afterwards and it was obviously a topic that affected us all. It was based on a true story, but with additions and subtractions as most movies are.

That same evening a group met at Sandford to view and discuss the series of DVDs entitled “Living the Question, which also evoked much discussion.

There will be another movie next month but the video series continues Feb. 26 - “Thinking Theologically” and again March 5 - “Stories of Creation”. All are welcome to participate.

Following their chilly church service this week Zephyr congre-

gation held their annual meeting after eating their pancake brunch. Hopefully the church got warmed up by then. Thanks to David Scott who thinks he has solved the problem with the heater in the board room at Sandford. This is not the time to be without heat!

For her “Young at Heart” discussion Sunday Rev. Diane brought along a special Valentines decoration, two little frogs joined by a stretchy cord.

When pulled apart they gravitated together and each said “I love you”. A reminder that we should love others as God loves us. Feb.22 is the first Lenten Sunday and Holy Communion will be served. Also occurring will be the installation of new church officers. The new Official Board members will meet at Zephyr on the 23rd.

Sandford UCW is not meeting this month but will join with the ladies of Uxbridge churches for the World day of Prayer, on March 6, at Trinity United and serve the Soupers Lunch for the Food Bank March 11. The next meeting will be March 26, hopefully with a special speaker.

The Uxbridge Genealogical Groups meets Thursday, Feb. 19, at the library, at 7 p.m.

The topic this month is “Using Family Tree Maker Effectively.”

All are welcome to attend.

SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C Le Saux-Ball Call to worship was called by Rev. Michelle Hofman, and a warm and friendly welcome went out to all who attended the service this past weekend.

Thank you goes out to the U.C.W. for providing the refreshments for the Fellowship time.

There will be a congregational Meeting on Sunday, March 1, following the service.

St. Patrick’s Day Supper will be on Saturday, March 14, stay tuned for tickets.

It is that time of the year once again for the renewal of the Observer Magazine subscription.

Please see Steve, the cost still remains the same $20, through the end of February

Next Sunday is our monthly Faith, Food, and fellowship Potluck.

Happy Birthdays this week go out to: Randy Rogerson on the 15th; Shirley Sliwa on the 16th; Helen Hope and Dwayne Coons on the 17th, Lonny Coons and Ashton Taylor on the 18th, Gary LaRocca on the 19th, and Joshua Johnson, Eileen Stone and Corbin Marsden-Blackfoot on the 20th. Happy Birthday to anyone else celebrating this week who may have been missed.

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VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE 593 Alma St., Port Perry,

SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, February 22 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman

ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, February 22 Service at 10 a.m.

Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Dana Smith of Dana’s Goldsmithing, right, presented a donation of $4,915 to Diana Chambers of the Port Perry Hospital Foundation on Thursday, Feb. 12.

The donation followed a succesful 14th year of fundraising by Dana’s Goldsmithing, and brought the total for her annual Christmas ornament charity BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard sale up to $53,365.

Spring brings speakers for PRGC After a winter hiatus, Pine Ridge Garden Club will have their first meeting for 2015 on Tuesday, March 3, with a pot-luck supper.

Your Board has been busy all winter planning the meetings, shows and guest speakers. Listed below are the Programs and Events planned for this year. Please save these for future reference.

Mar. 3 - Lynn Chase, “Sustainable Permaculture Gardens Apr. 7 - Elaine Washington, Garden Artifacts “Preparing your pond” May 5 - Peter Wynnyczuk, Ontario Forest Urban Council,” Advice on the benefits of trees & their Conservation” June 2 - Marion Jarvie “Exciting Newer Plant Introductions” July 7 - Paul Oliver, Urban Nature Store “Attracting Birds to your Garden” Aug. 4 - Salvage Sisters, “Flea Market Garden” Sept. 1 - Dugald Cameron, “Planning a Spectacular Spring Garden: Oct. 6 - Martin Galloway, “Environmental Horticulture” Nov. 3 - Shirley Binns, “Demonstrating Seasonal Designs”

Dec. 1 - Family pot-luck supper, Christmas Craft Sale by members. Also featuring Christmas Songs performed by Liz Austin.

PINE RIDGE GARDEN CLUB

NEWS Our shows are scheduled for May 5 (Spring Flower), July 7 (Flower, Rose & Vegetable) and Sept. 1 (Fall Flower & Vegetable).

Shows are worth attending to see the results of what members have grown and produced in their gardens.

The Monthly Competitions are always very interesting and quite lovely.

Members try their hand at designs scheduled by the Show Committee, such as Aprril’s ”Spring Fling” a design of Plants & Flowers; June’s a corsage for the “Mother of the Bride”; “Ghostly Galleon” a crescent design in August; October features a dried wreath; November will have “Greetings” a card featuring pressed flowers and Decembers

concludes the year with “Decorated Gift Box”.

May 16 is the Plant, Bake and Yard Sale. June 2 is the Iris Show, and of course our fun and fund evening is Oct. 6 where desserts are judged and eaten afterwards for nominal fee.

A bus trip is planned for Wednesday, March 18 to Canada Blooms and tickets are going fast.

The theme for the show is “Lets Play” and $45 pays for the bus, gratuity, admission to the National Home Show and Canada Blooms. The bus leaves Nestleton Hall 8:30 a.m. and Vos’ parking lot 8:45.

For more info, contact Dianne 905-985-0778 or dianneslute@powergate.ca.

Pine Ridge Garden Club meetings are held at the Nestleton Hall at 7:30 p.m., except for the potlucks which begin at 6:30 p.m. Membership in this very vibrant and friendly club is $15 single and $20 family. All will be made most welcome.

For more information on the Club, please contact Shirley Love at 905986-5330 or shirlove100@ gmail.com.

1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry Father Marco Testa MASS SATURDAY - 5 p.m.

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

For Mass through the week call the Parish at 905-985-7071

Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net After School Programs Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday “HEARTBEAT” - 4pm - 7pm Tuesday - Youth Meeting 7:30pm Friday - 7:00 p.m. Revival Service Come expecting to have a God encounter Join us Sunday Mornings at 10 a.m. Prayer 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES

UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH 20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com

Sunday, February 22 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m.

COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS

SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 70 Toronto St. North Uxbridge Father John Duffy Mass Saturday 5 p.m.

Sunday 9 and 11 a.m.

Confessions Saturday 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

For Mass through the week call office 905-852-6944

ST. ANDREW’S - CHALMERS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry Phone: (905) 982-2064 newsongadmin@powergate.ca www.newsongportperry.ca Sunday February 22, 10am Nursery and Sunday School Available Wednesday Eucharist 7am All are Welcome.

(Anglican Network in Canada)

PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH

2210 Hwy. 7A (at Island Rd.) 905-985-8681 www.portperrybaptist.ca Rev. Jim Clemens, Sr. Pastor Join us for worship this week: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School of all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:30 pm -“THE FAMILY PROJECT”“Let us Make Man – Imago Dei” Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all

40B Toronto Street S., Uxbridge www.standrewschalmers.ca 905-852-6262 Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m.

All are warmly welcome

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION

(Anglican Church of Canada)

Minister Rev. John Anderson

266 North St., Port Perry Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com Sunday, February 22

10:00 am First Sunday in Lent-Morning Prayer, Inter-Generational Service Nursery and Sunday School available 7:00 pm West Shore Service Everyone welcome to attend

PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES

HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801

Hope Church

SUNDAY, February 22 Port Perry United Church

Pastor Bernhard VanderVlis SUNDAYS at 10 a.m.

Mid-week programs for youth and adults!

14480 Old Simcoe Rd. (Between 7A and Prince Albert) 905-985-9307 hopechurch@powergate.ca www.hopeforportperry.ca

294 Queen St., Port Perry 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship

Prince Albert United Church 23 Jeffery St., Prince Albert 11:30am Morning Worship

Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com

A PLACE OF HOPE!

And now for some good news

Rev. Richard Parker 905-579-9899

rparker@sympatico.ca www.greenbankchurch.com www.seagrave-church.com

SUNDAY, February 22 Communion

Greenbank

(Hwy 12, minutes N. of Pt. Perry)

11 a.m. Service

1680 Reach Street.

905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca

Seagrave

(In the beautiful hamlet of Seagrave)

9:15 am Service Everyone is Welcome

Sunday School Available during service

To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985

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EDITORIAL Money talks An interesting Catch-22 has been facing both Scugog and Uxbridge Townships in recent years - the problem is, according to the Province of Ontario - these municipalities have too much money.

It’s a story that the media has heard far too often, the upper-tiers of government have cut back on funding to municipalities and less and less money is coming down from the higher levels of government to help cover local costs. Examples include solar energy retrofit projects and dwindling support for decaying infrastructure.

Both Scugog and Uxbridge Townships have remained hopeful, tightened their belts, and pursued grants and cost-sharing opportunities, offered by the Province and Federal government - only to be denied time and time again.

To add insult to injury, Scugog Township recently received a letter from Provincial grant authorities stating that they aren’t qualified for funding to fix their roads, because the Township ‘has too much money.’

In this day and age, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Problem economic sectors and bankrupt cities will see millions in federal booster monies, while the smart-spending municipalities seem left out in cold, because they can afford to enter into some debt.

Truthfully, there are rainy day funds tucked away in reserves, but increasing costs are forcing councillors to consider digging deep into money stashed away, hiking taxes, or leaving urgent infrastructure projects to crumble even further. There is no good option.

Scugog and Uxbridge could choose to bite the bullet, spend what cash they have on hand, and hopefully qualify for a grant once they don’t have any money of their own left - but is gambling on an approval really the best way to handle your tax dollars?

Your opinion matters Send us an e-mail to standarddarryl@powergate.ca or a letter to: The Standard, 94A Water St., Port Perry ON L9L 1J2

Clearing the path to sidewalk plowing To the Editor, I believe that the letter writer in last week’s Standard (‘The road should be less travelled’) might have missed the point when it comes to people walking on the road.

Like most pedestrians, I know that you are supposed to walk on the sidewalk. But, like a lot of people I get frustrated in the winter when the sidewalk is unable to be used, because it’s buried under a foot-andhalf of ice and snow. Most times, people at least move for traffic. Unless it’s kids, half the time they seem so entitled that they actually walk towards cars. Not a care in the world

and not a brain in their heads.

I know that most townships have a little plow that they use to plow sidewalks when it’s on property that they own. Does that seem a little short sighted to anyone else?

Why is it only on their property that the township will bother to clear the sidewalk? Couldn’t they buy another plow or two and pay some guys (minimum wage, someone will work for it) to clear all of the sidewalks, not just the ones that might get the township sued.

Years ago, the streets used to be cleared by regular people, and the problems existed on roads then that exist on sidewalks now, name-

ly that they didn’t get cleared for days, weeks, maybe even months at a time. Times change, now we have snowplows. And some of the best around in my opinion, are right here in Uxbridge.

We hear about global warming all the time, and have for years. Isn’t it time that the township finally takes a step forward to actually get people to stop using their cars, and clears the sidewalk. After all, they’re both meant to move people, the only difference is that the sidewalk does it with a lot less pollution.

Mike Jacobsen Uxbridge

Food bank thanks To the Editor, Once again, I am totally amazed by the wonderful people that call Scugog Township home.

Every week, I support the Operation Scugog Food Bank when I am doing my grocery shopping, and every week I am delighted to see that so many other people are doing the same and dropping items into the donation bins at the stores in town. The food donations received allow Food Banks to help out our friends and neighbours who are in

need. I’m grateful that I have never needed the services of a Food Bank, but if I were it’s comforting to know that there are such great people out there offering support.

To all of those who continues to support the Food Bank’s efforts, I offer a heartfelt thank you. And for those that don’t remember that there is always time to start.

Giving back is a wonderful feeling that everyone should be so lucky to experience.

Cathy Carter Port Perry

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Robbery suspects Staying in touch... ERIN O’TOOLE MP can’t elude police Preserving our freedoms after ice escape SCUGOG: A daring escape via the Lake Scugog ice could not deter Durham Region Police from eventually arresting two men in connection with a string of pharmacy robberies earlier this month.

Two men – one from Caesarea and one from Lindsay have been arrested for a string of armed robberies of pharmacies in Durham Region and the City of Kawartha Lakes.

According to a press release from Durham Regional Police, Between Dec. 31, 2014 and Feb. 3, three robberies were reported where an armed suspect demanded Fentanyl.

One incident involved a Shoppers Drug Mart in Oshawa while the other two involved pharmacies in Woodville and Lindsay. The suspects fled the robberies in a Jeep Cherokee which was being stored in the Caesarea area. On Jan. 12, this same vehicle was the subject of a police pursuit that was terminated due to safety concerns. On Jan. 30, after a robbery at a Woodville pharmacy, the same vehicle was spotted driving across frozen Lake Scugog to evade police.

As police recovered the Jeep Cherokee, a Chevrolet Trailblazer was stolen from a garage in Caesarea and later lo-

cated in Lindsay.

On Tuesday, Feb. 3, members of the DRPS Robbery Unit and Offender Management Unit arrested the suspect from Caesarea at a Toronto bus terminal. He had a ticket to Edmonton in his pocket and was aware that police were looking for him.

On Thursday, Feb. 5, the suspect from Lindsay was arrested without incident outside his apartment.

The investigation revealed that the suspects were trafficking the stolen narcotics.

Kenneth Farquhar, age 29, of Caesarea, is charged with: three counts of Robbery with a Weapon; Disguise with Intent; Possession of Weapons Dangerous; Dangerous Driving; Break and Enter; Theft Over $5,000; and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. He was held for a bail hearing.

Robert Cave, age 29, of Lindsay, is charged with: Robbery with a Weapon; Disguise with Intent; Possession of Weapons Dangerous; Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. He was also held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with new information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Connolly of the Major Crime Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 5829.

I have written a few times about the horrible attacks on Canada last fall and the deaths of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo. In a cruel twist of irony, the Oct. 22 attack on Parliament happened on a day that our government was planning to announce legislative changes to provide our intelligence gathering agency CSIS (the Canadian Security & Intelligence Service) with a new power to address the rising threat from global terrorism.

Historically, CSIS was only permitted to gather intelligence domestically and did not have authority to do international work. Our legislative change to allow limited gathering of intelligence abroad stemmed from the fact that global terrorist movements, like ISIS, are increasingly attracting foreign recruits to fight overseas or even worse to engage in training to take back to their country for attacks. We have seen that firsthand with radicalized Canadians leaving our country to join ISIS and others attacking in our own country. The fact that an attack occurred on the day we were to announce this change shows that our moves to address these risks are important.

Our government has taken a very careful and deliberate approach to public safety and security over our time in office. The Prime Minister has been very careful to ensure that we do not overreact to threats and curtail the civil liberties we enjoy as Canadians. However, a government also has a critical duty not to under-react to these real threats as well. In the last few years, we have provided for the ability to deprive suspects of their passports so they cannot leave Canada to train or support terror abroad. The change that allowed CSIS to track suspects abroad was granted because of the mobility of these movements and the risks they pose around the world. We owed it to our citizens and allies to be sure Canada would not lose a suspect because they left the country or because the threat emanated from overseas.

Several days ago, the Prime Minister announced a series of new measures that are specifically designed

Eight complaints or less Special treatment is a funny thing. Everyone seems to hate it when it’s being doled out to others, yet we all seem to crave as much of it as we can get.

The one place where I think that everyone deserves a little bit more special treatment is in the express line, and I can’t fathom that it’s taken so long to see the concept expand beyond the grocery store and sometimes, the highway.

I love the express line. Even if it means that I end up shopping three or four times when others may only have to make a trip to the store once, it is a great feeling to line up alongside fellow shoppers with eight items or less, and be on my way.

As well, I shudder to think that there was ever a time that I would travel down Hwy. 404 and onto the Don Valley Parking Lot - sorry, Parkway - without a passenger. I would hate to deprive myself the chance to hop into the HOV lane, typically the lone bright spot on a soul-crushing drive into and out of Toronto.

So why are these the only two areas where one can experience the pleasures of express service? It’s 2015 after all, if we can’t have a flying car, at least give us some more express lines.

Most mornings, like most patriotic Canadians, I dutifully pick up coffee on my way into work. And like most Canadians, this experience has, on occasion, led

me to become a ranting and raving lunatic.

Most establishments have two lines. It has confused me for years that no one has thought to make one of these lines ‘beverage only’ thus eliminating being stuck behind four different people with nine-step processes for toasting a bagel, when all I want is black coffee and to be back in my car within 25 minutes, eventually blissfully rolling up the rim to discover the 1400th opportunity in my lifetime to play again. Instead, it’s 10 a.m., and I’ve had to listen to how the person in front of me somehow wants an untoasted toasted BLT English muffin, on a whole wheat asiago cheese onion sesame seed oregano bagel, with no lettuce or tomato, and the bacon on the side.

The other place where I’ve heard that this would be a welcome addition is at bars. With a baby at home, my wife Kate and I haven’t been to a bar in quite some time.

Although, we did have an alcoholic beverage when we were recently at a Leafs’ game, and it was heavenly.

Rather, we get our nightlife fix primarily by watching the show ‘Bar Rescue’ in which ‘nightlife expert’ Jon Taffer rehabilitates failing establishments, while berating and humiliating the owners and staff of these establishments. One staple of this show is the signature cocktails, and I’m told that it is is the singular reason why there also needs to be two lines at bars.

to address new potential threats in a way that minimizes the impact on the rights and freedoms Canadians enjoy. The Criminal Code has only recently been updated with respect to many offences taking place online because the internet did not exist when the code was modernized years ago. We added offences related to cyberbullying and now have created offences that recognize that the radicalization and recruitment of potential attackers takes place online. Promotion of terrorist acts will now be criminalized, as will be recruiting or training people to commit acts.

In the case of the killing of Warrant Office Vincent in Quebec, the police were aware of a potential threat from a radicalized young man in the province, but reported to be unsure whether he could be arrested. We have also clarified the law to make it easier for law enforcement to detain a suspect they believe could cause harm to other Canadians. Evidence is required of course, but we do not want the burden to be too high so as to potentially make it difficult to stop attacks before they happen.

The changes we have made over the last few years are in response to the sad reality that there are serious threats facing Canada that did not exist decades ago. We are making sure that our changes are balanced and have a minimal impact on the civil society that is so much a part of our identity as Canadians. For those old enough to remember the FLQ crisis in Quebec, you will recall that Pierre Trudeau brought in the War Measures Act and detained hundreds of people with no evidence because of a localized threat at that time. We are not overreacting like that, but we have moved to ensure that security and law enforcement agencies have the ability to track potential threats in our communities and move to stop such threats before they lead to an attack. This is a responsibility we have to the safe communities we all enjoy and to the freedoms that we all cherish as Canadians.

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The cousin to the elaborate bagel order is the needlessly complicated drink order. It must be next-generation frustrating to be behind the patron ordering a sparkling black pepper mango lime grapefruit bellini with a bacon garnish or a German Chocolate Cake martini when all you want is a beer, or maybe a rye-and-ginger. It’s enough to make someone need a drink!

I guess one way to avoid this would be for people to look behind them when making their order and consider that the line now stretches down the street. But that will never happen, because a lot of people are jerks.

I’m sure people would try and cheat this system too, just like the HOV lane and the supermarket checkout, and if they do, they should be tossed out, which would make the line ever shorter. It’s a win-win-win-win. The last win is for the owners of these establishments, who are sure to make more money.

The only losers would be those with the complex orders, who are forced to mingle with other. I can’t imagine a more fitting punishment.

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A group of a dozen brave, but warmly-dressed, hikers took part in the Friends of the Nonquon Family Day snowshoe hike on Monday, Feb. 16, to take in the natural landscape and feed chirping chickadees.

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The Voice of North Durham

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Pizza and wings do wonderful things

3 pm matinee !

Buddy Holly “Dance Party” Show Comes to Port Perry Theatre International touring artist Jeff Giles comes to Port Perry on Sunday March 8th.

Big Brothers Big Sisters North Durham presents their annual Chicken Wing and Pizza Night, on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Scugog Community Centre. The event pits local restaurants and their recipes head-to-head in a tasting contest, while raising funds for BBBSND. Above, Krista Duke, Rachel McLean, Margaret Ayres and Jey Ratenam of Col. Mustards prepare. Below, Katie and Madison of Bona Via DARRYL KNIGHT/BENJAMIN PRIEBE Pizzeria to get cooking with Krista and Margaret.

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SCUGOG: Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham (BBBSND) is hosting their annual Wing and Pizza Night at the Scugog Community Centre on Saturday, Feb. 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. and wings and pizza will be served from 8 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

This year, participating restaurants will include Bona Via Pizzeria, Clem’s Custom Wing Shop, Col. Mustard’s, Crusty Pizza, Domino’s Pizza, Great Blue Heron Casino, Harp & Wylie’s, Jim’s Pizzeria, KJ’s Shack, Talk of the Town

Chip Truck, The Pub, Vos’ Independent and Yellow House. Guests can enjoy some wings and pizza from each restaurant and at the end vote on their favourite.

Old Flame brewery will also be there and serving their beer on tap.

The event will be hosted

by KX96 and feature a DJ, silent auction, raffle prizes and a cash bar. Some of the silent auction and raffle prizes include four Park Hoppers Passes for Walt Disney World Resorts, WestJet tickets for two to anywhere WestJet flies, and VIA Rail passes for two for

any return trip between Toronto and Halifax.

Tickets are available for $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased from from the Big Brothers Big Sisters office (The Scout Hall), Gus Brown, PPPrint and Flawless Dry Cleaners.

Please note that this is a 19 plus event.

BBBSND invites you to come out for a fun evening with friends and family to enjoy some delicious wings and pizza while supporting the children and youth of your local community.

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A touch of Broadway is coming to Port Perry when “Buddy Holly: The Rockin’ Dance Party” headlines at the Town Hall 1873 Theatre in Port Perry on Sunday March 8 @ 3pm. This special matinee performance features the amazing talents of international touring artist Jeff Giles, best known for his starring role in “The Buddy Holly Story”, the official musical show of the legendary Rock & Roll pioneer who died in a tragic plane crash on February 3, 1959.

In Canada, Jeff Giles has starred as Buddy in Charlottetown PEI, where he was also featured on CBC television, and in Hamilton, where the show sold-out the prestigious Theatre Aquarius for a month. Of his performance there, the Hamilton Spectator described Jeff Giles as “the sexiest Buddy Holly ever”.

Jeff Giles was described by the Hamilton Spectator as “The sexiest Buddy Holly ever!”

Songs performed by Jeff Giles and the Memphis Cats band in the show feature all of Buddy’s biggest hits including “Peggy Sue” “That’ll Be the Day” “Rave On” “It’s So Easy” “Everyday” “Oh Boy!” “Not Fade Away” and “True Love Ways” amongst the many audience favourites.

As a special bonus, the show also features music from the other headlining acts on Buddy’s legendary “Winter Dance Party” tour including The Big Bopper (“Chantilly Lace”), Ritchie Valens (“Oh Donna” “La Bamba”), plus Dion and the Belmonts (Why Must I Be a Teenager in Love”).

Tickets to see the amazing Jeff Giles as Buddy Holly at the Town Hall 1873 Theatre in Port Perry on Sunday March 8 at 3:00pm are on sale now, value-priced at only $32 (all inclusive). Tickets are available at the theatre box office, 302 Queen Street Port Perry, via phone # 905-985-8181 or online at www.TownHall1873.ca.

Get your tickets early to ensure the best seats for this incredible show!

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Each photo will give you a record and act as a reference for what to get rid of and what to keep. Photos also provide good insurance information for any moving issues.

Decide ahead of time which items have sentimental value and will be making the transition with you. At the same time, if there are adult children, have them reclaim their belongings before the move. If going through sentimental items, such as photographs, is overwhelming, hire a professional organizer to help.

Place different coloured sticky notes on furnishings labelling them with an action plan like 'donate', 'new home', or 'sell'.

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sider your decisions. Consult a designer to talk over what will work in your new space and what items should be kept to stage your home for sale. Wilkinson says that on one occasion she salvaged her client's children's furniture to create a play space that became a big selling feature.

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Colour code rooms and corresponding boxes of the contents you'll be keeping, then colour code the doorway in the new space for an easy transition.

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SCUGOG: Durham MP Erin O’Toole paid a visit to Scugog Township’s new councillors on Monday, Feb. 9 - offering an update on Scugog’s relationship with Ottawa, and a look ahead for future grants.

During the regularly scheduled evening council meeting, MP O’Toole made his first delegation to Mayor Tom Rowett and councillors since their swearing-in earlier this year.

Topics included the future of preservation projects on Lake Scugog, the Connecting Canadians grant which Mayor Rowett hopes will bring Scugog up-to-speed, and a new bill affecting the Greenbank Airways site.

“When I was elected, I decided to perform regular updates to my municipal partners. I look at myself as the Federal partner for Scugog, and I want to ensure that our municipalities can thrive and grow,” said MP O’Toole.

The delegate continued to suggest that Mayor Rowett consider setting the sights of the soon-to-be-formed Grants and Funds Committee on a Recreation and Fisheries Grant - for the improvement of fishing and local ecology in Lake Scugog.

“With Scugog working closely beside the Scugog Lake Stewards, it should be a goal to start a project which benefits from Lake Scugog,” said MP O’Toole.

Regional Councillor Bobbie Drew notified MP O’Toole that the Township is currently exploring the option of dredging sections of Lake Scugog, to increase depth, promote healthy vegetation growth, and allow for more usage in the future.

She also lauded the efforts of the Lake Stewards for their on-going weevil introduction campaign, which aims to remove the weeds flourishing in the lake.

“The Recreation and Fisheries grant is available for one more year, and will open up this spring,” responded MP O’Toole. “I feel that the Township should look to support a local conservation team, like the Kawartha Region Conservation Authority or the Lake Stewards, on a project which will benefit the health, tourism, and fishing of Lake Scugog.”

He added that some of the projects, such as the weevil campaign, may not link directly to the fishing portion of the grant, but that he would help Scugog Township to investigate the matter further.

Moving on to the Connecting Canadians grant, MP O’Toole expressed joy in seeing the submission of Scugog Township’s application, stating, “This program was exactly targeted at under serviced rural communities like Scugog, and hopes to help these communities work with local and innovative Internet Service Providers.

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Finally, Ward 1 Councillor Betty Somerville breached the topic of the Greenbank Airways project, and asked MP O’Toole to explain a new bill which passed through the house - relating to aeronautics in Canada.

“The Greenbank Airways issue was already alive and moving ahead when I came into power – I promised to look into the uncertainty around who has power over what,” said MP O’Toole.

Next, it was explained that Ottawa only holds sway over the actual air traffic, and not more matters, such as the placement of runways.

“We have now passed Bill C-43, and any future changes or amendments to the site can be applicable to a federal approval process - if there is a public out cry,” said MP O’Toole. “We can’t go back in time, but we can try to promote certainty. In the future, other municipalities shouldn’t have to use their own resources to go to court over these sorts of issues.”

With this new motion, any brand new or significant changes to the original designs could be taken under the jurisdiction of Ottawa, and up for review.

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The Port Perry MoJacks have their backs up against the wall in their opening-round COJHL playoff matchup against the Little Britain Merchants, trailing twogames-to-one in the best-of-five series heading into a do-or-die Game 4 on Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Little Britain.

After skating to a 4-3 win in Game 1, at Scugog Arena on Wednesday, Feb. 11, the MoJacks dropped both weekend games. The Merchants bested Port Perry 1-0 in a goaltender’s duel on Saturday, Feb. 12, before rolling to a 5-2 win on Sunday afternoon in Port Perry.

“We’ve got to figure out what it takes to score in those dirty areas of the ice. And, we have to capitalize when the opportunity presents itself,” MoJacks Head Coach Clair Cornish said after Sunday’s setback.

The MoJacks were able to establish an early lead in the series when they defeated the Merchants in Game 1, the first playoff win for the club since Feb. 15, 2012.

“It was important for these guys to win a playoff game, since it hasn’t happened in three years,” Cornish said following Game 1, noting that the team has seen added pressure in the weeks leading up to the postseason.

“We’ve been playing playoff-style hockey games for the past three weeks, and tonight we played 58 minutes out of 60, which was a step in the right direction.”

First period goals from Jeff St. Pierre and Kyle Powell gave the MoJacks a 2-0 lead after twenty minutes in Game 1. COJHL Rookie of the Year Blake Shaw returned between the pipes for the MoJacks after being sidelined with an upper body injury, and made several acrobatic saves in the opening stanza.

COJHL MVP Terry Snoddon scored just past the midpoint of the second to cut the MoJacks’ lead, which was restored to two goals before the end of the middle frame behind a powerplay goal from Kyle Schweda.

A wraparound from Graham Lamers found the back of the net just over six minutes into the third period, opening a three-goal advantage for Port Perry. However, the Merchants would make things interesting down the stretch. A powerplay goal from Hayden Long with just over two minutes left cut the MoJacks’ lead to two goals, and with netminder Garrett Haden on the bench in favour of an extra attacker, Snoddon scored his second of the night to set up a frantic finish. The scoring stopped there however, as the MoJacks’ defence withstood an onslaught from the Merchants, with Shaw submitting several sensational saves to preserve the victory.

On Saturday night (Feb. 14), a powerplay goal in the first period from Brad Ward was all the scoring either side could muster, as the Merchants tied the series 1-1.

However, questionable officiating, dubbed by some observers as a ‘Valentine’s Day Massacre’ would overshadow an outstanding game from Shaw and Haden, as MoJacks captain Lucas Berkers and Merchants forward Mackenzie Smith were both issued match penalties for checking from behind, with the rare call resulting in a

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“We’ve been facing adversity all season, and maybe that’s helping us now. We’ve had guys stepping up into different roles all season,” Merchants Head Coach Rob Louttit told The Standard.

Both sides were looking to take a decisive advantage in the series as they renewed hostilities for Game 3, at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Feb. 15.

Special teams provided the Merchants with a boost as they took a 2-0 lead early in the second period, behind a powerplay goal from Jesse Craig and a shorthanded marker from Snoddon.

Mason Patterson and Aiden Renouf would also light the lamp for Little Britain, before Powell broke up Haden’s shutout bid with just over five minutes remaining in the second period.

Just over three minutes into the third period with the MoJacks on the powerplay, Jeff St. Pierre drew the MoJacks to within two goals when he slammed in a rebound. But, it was short lived, as Renouf netted his sec-

ond of the afternoon just 10 seconds later to round out the scoring.

“We’re learning what it takes to play playoff hockey,” Louttit said after the game. “Second chance efforts were the difference today, and our goalie has been standing on his head these past two games.”

However, the Merchant’s bench boss is expecting a tremendous response from the MoJacks, heading into Game 4, and possibly Game 5.

“This series isn’t over by a long shot. Port Perry doesn’t quit, and in our opinion, they might be the hardest working team in this league. We expect a real challenge before either team can move on to face Uxbridge.”

Loose Pucks: - The COJHL semi-final series between the winner of Port Perry and Little Britain, will get underway with Game 1 in Uxbridge, at 7:45 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 20.

If Port Perry wins, Game 2 will be at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2:25 p.m. Should Little Britain win, they’ll host Game 2 at 7:30 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 21.

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Uxbridge S.S. goalie Jake Wilson makes a save against R.S. McLaughlin (Oshawa) on Thursday, Feb. 12, as the Tigers’ Varsity Boys hockey team prevailed in their LOSSA quarterfinal playoff series two-games-to-none. The Tigers will take on Donald Wilson (Whitby) in the semi-finals, with Game 1 in Uxbridge, at 1:45 p.m., on Thursday, Feb. 19.

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The Novice Stars and Predators both advanced to the semi-finals, which will see them pitted against Whitby Blue and Napanee respectively, starting this weekend.

The Minor Atom Stars won Game 1 over Cobourg by a score of 3-1 over the weekend, while the Major Atom Stars are tied 1-1 with Cobourg in the semi-finals.

The Bantam Predators skated to a 1-1 tie in Game 1 of their semi-final series in Napanee on Sunday.

The Minor Midget Predators took Game 1 by a score of 4-3 over Cobourg on Saturday, Feb. 14, The Midget Predators are tied 1-1 with Quinte West, and will be back home at 8:45 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 21.

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In the Tyke Division, Canadian Tire beat Shagg’s 4-2. Canadian Tire’s Theo Belfry (2) and Nolan Keith (2) were the goal scorers. Jimmy Lee scored both goals for Shagg’s unassisted.

W.O. Insurance took Race Trac for the win, 9-5.

Oscian Seguin scored all 9 goals with David Mcinnes earning 2 assists. Ryan Vernon (4) and Liam Shisko scored for Race Trac. Shisko also earned an assist.

In the Novice Division, ChrisMcAuley.ca won against Make-A-Wish 8-3. ChrisMcAuley.ca’s Adam Goble (3), Jordan King (3), Griffin McAuley and Simon Stryde scored. Assisting were Tyler Malarczuk, King and Goble. Make-A-Wish goals were from Ian Barkey, Davis Hartley and Oscian Seguin.

Krown Rust took J.F. Construction, 6-1. Krown Rust goals were by Kailyn Seguin (3), Matthew Seeney, Cameron Sailer and Owen Belfry. Sailer also made three assists. The J.F. Construction goal was by Kahale Steward, assisted by Rachel Hussey.

In the Atom Division, Port Perry Dental slid in for the win against Eco Water, 8-5. Jacob Buchanan (3), Daymond Clark (2), Brodie Holmes (2) and Cole Stephens scored for Port Perry Dental. Assisting were Clark (2) and Buchanan. Eco Water’s goals came from Abbey Moase (3), Aaron Waters (2) and Hayden Piney.

Assisting were Brett Hanley, Bradley Hext, Leah Seeney and Waters.

Buck’s Construx beat Low & Low, 4-3. Buck’s Construx goals were by Eric Byers (2), Lucas Braband and Alexander Johnstone. Braband came in with an assist as well. Scoring for Low & Low were Aidan Lazure (2) and Connor Rogers, with assists by Zeke Bailey, Felicity Killeen, Jacob MacLennan and Lucas Reid.

Things were all tied up 3-3 in the PeeWee Division between Red Ribbon Restaurant and Practicar. Red Ribbon Restaurant’s goal scorers were Dallas King (2) and Shannon Arney, with assists from John Nottingham and Arney. Practicar’s Robbie Boadway, Tye Crouter and Troy Larmer each scored a goal.

Cochrane Tree Service beat Urban Landscape 10-0.

Cochrane Tree Service’s goals came from Owen Silcock (5), Hunter Scarlett (2), Mari McDowell, Wyatt Marrett-Baker and Cameron Barkey. Assisting were Emily Goble, Lukas Malhotra and Scarlett.

In the Midget Division, Denault won against All Flags Shell 8-4. Denault’s goals were by Steven Williams (5), Taryn Duivesteyn (2) and Benjamin Sargent.

Sargent made three assists and Joshua Bolsonello added one. All Flags Shell’s goals came from Brandon Abram, Cory Bray, Ryan McCourt and Tieson Wright.

Assisting were McCourt (2), Amber Nolet, and Janelle Abram.

Omnific Design won against Luchka Float Service 8-4. Omnific Design’s Eric Kerr (6), Jacob Lee and Justin Tobin scored with Lee adding two assists. Luchka Float Service’s Carter Lamb (2), Clay Larmer and Sean Ashby scored unassisted.

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AT REST MYRTLE IRENE GIMBLETT Peacefully, on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, at age 90. Myrtle (nee Dowson), beloved wife of the late Jack Manns (1967) and Carl Gimblett (1997). Loved mother of Marilyn and her husband Norm Tripp (deceased) of Port Perry, Beverley and her husband Andy Van Kessel of Manilla and John Manns and his wife Kelly of Seagrave. Myrtle will be missed by her 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Survived by her brother Art Dowson and his wife Helen of Lindsay.

Lovingly remembered by the Manns, Dowson and Gimblett families. The family of Myrtle Gimblett received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985 2171) on Monday, February 16th from 7 – 9 p.m. A Service to Celebrate her life was held in the Chapel on Tuesday, February 17th at 11 a.m.

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BARBARA HOLT Suddenly, on Thursday, February 12, 2015, at her home in Uxbridge, at age 85. Barbara (nee Platt), beloved wife of the late Edgar Holt (1998).

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With provincial budget on Local man faces trapping fines SCUGOG: A Port Perry resident plead- ping licence is not valid without written to several trapping violations permission from the landowner. the horizon, MPP Granville edlastguilty Further investigation revealed that month, and is facing several fines.

According to a press release from the Wakeford had improperly set several Anderson seeks public input Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources leghold traps for mink in other areas of NORTH DURHAM: With the province set to take a look at its budget, Durham MPP Granville Anderson and the Ontario government are asking individuals and organizations in the area to provide their input and ideas for the upcoming 2015 Ontario Budget.

The consultations provide Ontarians with an opportunity to discuss what’s important to them and what more they think the government can do to grow the economy and create jobs while eliminating the deficit. The government will review the feedback gathered as part of the development of the 2015 Budget.

“The pre-budget consultation provides Durham residents an opportunity to let us know their

priorities to help shape the 2015 budget. I look forward to constituents sharing their ideas with us.” Anderson said in a press release.

To have your say locally, please email MPP Anderson’s Durham Constituency Office at ganderson. mpp.co@liberal.ola.org or visit https://talk.ontario.ca

by Friday, Feb. 27.

Engaging Ontarians to have their say in the budget process is part of the government’s economic plan for Ontario. The four-part plan is building Ontario up by investing in people’s talents and skills, building new public infrastructure like roads and transit, creating a dynamic, supportive environment where business thrives, and building a secure retirement sav-

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ARIES (March 20-April 19): Pursue higher education as a means to your professional advancement. Go back to school as a student, or a teacher. You will be working harder to express knowledge gained from experience.

ings plan.

“The Budget affects every Ontarian, and that’s why we’re gathering opinions and ideas from every corner of the province in as many ways as possible.

Every person and every region has a stake in building Ontario up. I look forward to engaging with Ontarians and working together to build on our plan to grow the economy and create jobs while providing the programs and services that they expect and rely on,” Minister of Finance Charles Sousa, said in a press release.

More than 300,000 Ontarians participated in pre-budget consultations in 2014, including in-person sessions in 13 regions, telephone town halls, online and through social media.

by Joan Ann Evelyn | 905-725-9179 www.astroconsultation.com LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): Improve your writing and speaking skills and go out into the community and network. If you have a deep desire to write a book, this is the year to get started. Take your vehicle in for regular maintenance.

TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Your challenge in 2015 is to become an astute financial manager. You will be forced to become resourceful and self-reliant where money is concerned. Prepare for tax time by putting papers in order.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22): Your challenge is to learn to manage your money responsibly. Money only becomes a problem if you are not handling it properly. Be as economical as possible and organize your money to the GEMINI (May 20-June 21): Geminis, born between best of your ability.

May 21 and 28, may find that some relationships will come SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarians, born to an end in 2015. Better to go with the flow of life, rather between November 22 and 27, should take time to re-evaluate than try to block the changes the universe brings your way. their life’s direction. If something in your life is no longer workCANCER (June 21-July 22): Make your physical ing out, let it go and invest in a brand new venture.

health your top priority. Many of the health problems that arise during this cycle are directly related to toxins in the diet. Keep your mind and body in good working order. Eat right and get fit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Situations, no longer relevant, can leave your life. People, who supported you in the past, may no longer be able to do so. Your greatest fulfillment will come from volunteering for service, or humanitarian work.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): Develop your own inner resources of love and creativity, rather than looking to the outside world to satisfy your needs. Avoid unnecessary financial risks, like gambling and speculation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): You will learn your greatest lessons through your involvement with professional associations. Accept a team leader position at work.

Renew friendships with older, more mature people.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): Some Virgos will move in 2015. Others will repair, or renovate their current place of residence. Still others will have to cope with pressing family issues. If elements from the past surface, deal with them right away.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your greatest demands will be in the workplace in 2015. You will either have ambitious career goal, or a strong desire to change your vocation. Highly organized and business oriented, your career peak is now in sight.

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and Forestry, Allan Wakeford was fined $1,500 for trapping without a licence, $1,000 for improperly setting leghold traps for mink, $1,500 for trapping fisher and $1,000 for falsifying fur harvest reports. In addition to the fines, Wakeford is prohibited from trapping for one year and from using leghold traps for three years. He must also successfully complete the Fur Harvest, Fur Management and Conservation Course prior to regaining his trapping licence.

Court heard that on Nov. 11, 2013, conservation officers received a complaint that a person was trapping on private property in Scugog Township without landowner permission. A trap-

Scugog Township and was attempting to trap fisher, for which he did not have an assigned quota. Officers also found that in 2012 and 2013, Wakeford had falsified mandatory fur harvest reports by reporting fisher on his Kemptville District licence that were actually harvested in the Aurora District.

Justice of the Peace Dolly V. Mecoy heard the case in the Ontario Court of Justice, Whitby, on December 18, 2014.

To report a natural resources violation, call the MNRF TIPS line at 1-877-8477667 toll-free any time or contact your local ministry office during regular business hours. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Hunter and Matthew cared more about speed than cold, as they rode toboggans down a hill near Old Simcoe Rd. in Port Perry.

BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

Durham Environmental Awards seek nominations NORTH DURHAM: Do you know an environmental super hero, or local resident who works for the protection of our local environment? If so, the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) wants to hear from you!

The DEAC is a volunteer advisory committee, established by the Council of the Region of Durham, in order to provide advice on environmental planning matters, and to work closely with municipalities.

Scugog Township’s representative on the DEAC board, The Standard’s own Geoff Carpentier, spoke to Scugog Council recently to announce the opening of nominations for the 2015 DEAC community volunteer awards.

“The awards are our way to recognize the contributions of individuals or groups within the community,” said Mr. Carpentier. “Since environmental projects take years of work and commitment to fulfill, it’s important to recognize the efforts of our local supporters.”

The six award categories are as follows.

George A. Scott Stewardship Award for the maintenance, protection, or pres-

ervation of the natural environment.

Dr. J. Murray Spiers Restoration Award for the restoration of the natural environment.

Irene Kock Education Award for effective communication, sharing of knowledge, or leadership in helping others to learn about the environment.

Eric Krause Innovative Plans Award for innovtive efforts to encourage a positive change with respect to the environment.

Jessica Markland Partnerships Award for cooperative efforts to enhance the environment involving public, community, or private interests.

Evylin Stroud Lifetime Achievement Award for the continued promotion of the protection of the environment through small but meaningful ways.

Nomination forms, past recipients, and further information on the DEAC, can be found on-line at www.durham.ca/deac.

Applications must be submitted by email to deac@durham.ca by Friday, Feb. 27 for consideration. Awards will be presented at a special DEAC meeting on Thursday, May 14.

Fentanyl patch bust in Beaverton NORTH DURHAM: A 56-year-old Beaverton woman was recently charged with trafficking Fentanyl from her home.

According to police, On Wednesday, Feb. 11, members of the North Division Community Resource Unit conducted a drug investigation into the illegal sale of prescription Fentanyl patches after receiving complaints from the public. On this date, a female suspect was observed leaving her house and entering the passenger side of a Chevrolet Cobalt that had pulled up nearby. Officers witnessed a drug transaction taking place in the car.

When the suspect exited,

she was arrested and found to be in possession of Fentanyl strips and a quantity of cash.

Investigators then executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant at a Beaverton apartment where they seized a quantity of Fentanyl patches, drug paraphernalia and Canadian Currency.

Lee Boles, age 56, is charged with: Trafficking a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl). She was held for a bail hearing.

Fentanyl is an extremely powerful pain medication and prescriptions for Fentanyl are usually made for people fighting some forms

of cancer and for some people in palliative care. In 2014, North Division CRU officers recognized a rise in the illegal use in Fentanyl and death of citizens using the drug without a prescription.

Anyone with new information to this investigation is asked to contact D/C McMaster of the North Division Target Team at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 2659.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

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Call goes out to potential directors Calendar Girls - November 2015 UXBRIDGE: Are you a fan of the A naked comedy by Tim Firth. theatre? Have you ever wanted to direct your own production? OnStage Ux- “Dazzlingly funny, shamelessly sentimental and utterly captivating...” bridge might have your big break.

Popular theatre and performance The Spectator.

‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast’ group, OnStage Uxbridge, is putting out a casting call for aspiring or veteran or ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ will be performed. Both shows are currently directors.

Directors will step in to take the awaiting confirmation of perforlead during OnStage Uxbridge’s 2015 mance rights.

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to 2016 season. Successful applicants will be asked to help bring their per- Are Dead - April 2016 An absurdist comedy by Tom Stopformance together, and ensure that the pard.

“Very funny, very brilliant, very showing runs smoothly.

THE SPONGE BOB MOVIE: SPONGE OUT OF WATER Sitting in the director’s chair means chilling...” - The New York Times Tue. Feb. 17but also 6:45pm Interviews for directing positions taking charge, allowing room Wed. Feb. 18 6:45pm for creative ideas and suggestions from will be held in March, after applicaThu. Feb 19 of6:45pm tions close. the other members the troupe.

Interested candidates are asked to Applications must be submitted by FIFTY SHADES OF GREY Sunday, March 1, for the 2015 to 2016 submit a theatre-oriented resume and Tue. Feb. 17 of7:00pm season.

A schedule this season’s pro- a brief outline of production specific Wed.performances Feb. 18 can 7:00pm ideas and concepts for the show they are posed be seen below. interested in directing.

Dads!

The - October 2015 Thu. Feb 19Musical 7:00pm Please submit applications and supAn award-winning Canadian musiSELMA cal comedy by Robert More and Tom porting material, as well as any inquiDoyle.

More 21 info is available on request. ries, to Amy Caughlin via e-mail, at Sat. Feb. 4:00pm “Wonderfully warm, 4:00pm wonderfully wise, info@onstageuxbridge.com.

Sun. Feb. 22 wonderfully witty!” - CBC Radio

THE SPONGE BOB MOVIE: SPONGE OUT OF WATER Tue. Feb. 17 Wed. Feb. 18 Thu. Feb 19

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Ice sculptures of carousel horses are enjoying the recent frigid weather, sitting outside of the Port Perry Post Office on Queen St. The sculptures were crafted from blocks during the Feb Fest event at Port Perry’s Latcham Centre - and have since found a home in the downtown core.

BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

Lectures planned at Heritage Centre SCUGOG: The Scugog Shores Heritage Centre is hosting a pair of lectures this season, in conjunction with their ‘The Barn Raising Project’ rug-hooking exhibit, that will remain on display until the end of March.

The Barn Raising Project, which features 40 hand-selected rugs crafted by artisans across Ontario, illustrates the natural beauty of disappearing rural landscapes.

The display opened on Jan. 12, and will remain on display at the heritage centre until March 29.

On Feb. 22, George Duncan will lead a discussion on ‘Ontario’s Vanishing Barn Heritage’ that will focus on barns in Ontario, their architecture, role in agriculture over time and efforts to save them. Mr. Duncan is a senior heritage planner with the City of Markham and author of two books on early Ontario history.

This seminar is expected to add an additional layer of

background and intractability to the rug-hooking exhibit, and offer attendees information on the history of barns, and the impact of agriculture on their local landscape.

One month later, on March 22, Harry Stoddart will discuss sustainable organic agriculture and where food comes from. Mr. Stoddart is an author with many years of experience in transforming his sixth-generation family farm into an organic operation.

As well, the Port Perry Rug Hookers will hold its regular craft meetings at the heritage centre during the exhibit to put on a live demonstration of the traditional practice of rug-hooking.

Both lectures will be held at the Scugog Shores Heritage Centre, 1655 Reach St., starting at 1 p.m. The ticket cost is $5 each.

For more information, contact Amy Barron at 905985-8698, extension 103, or e-mail abarron@scugog.ca.

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