The Standard Newspaper January 15th, 2015

Vol. 11 No. 3

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Uxbridge busy crunching its budget numbers DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

Port Perry MoJacks defenceman Liam Schweda chases down Cody Kean on the Clarington Eagles during a COJHL match-up at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Jan. 11. For more coverage of the game, please see Page 11 of this week’s Standard. The MoJacks are back on home ice on Sunday, Jan. 18, at 2:25 p.m., when they host the rival Uxbridge Bruins in a Battle of North Durham.

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Scugog eyes grant for rural high-speed internet BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: Residents of Scugog’s more rural reaches could see reliable access to high-speed internet, sooner than expected, and for a manageable price.

On Thursday, Jan. 8, Council announced their application to the federal Government of Canada’s ‘Connecting Canadians’ grant which covers some of the costs of outfitting rural municipalities with high-speed internet networks.

Mayor Tom Rowett has consulted local telecommunications company

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Communicate Freely, operators the Township’s downtown wi-fi network, to gain insight on the matter.

The Township and the local internet provider have lead the charge to connect residents.

“This grant is designed to help communities who lack high-speed internet, or who are underserviced,” said Mayor Rowett. “The lack of reliable internet in the Township was a point of concern - as residents outside of the downtown core have difficulty accessing this essential service, or have to pay top-dollar to do so.”

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Scugog’s investment into the broadband network would follow one of three major models: shared infrastructure - where service providers can connect to and expand on the Township’s network, dark fibre - where the Township lays out their own network and accepts payment from service providers to connect their own equipment, and a third option where the Township purchases a local service provider and becomes the sole owner and operator of Scugog’s internet services.

UXBRIDGE: Councillors will continue to deliberate over the township’s 2015 operating and capital budget in the coming weeks, and members of the public are encouraged to attend meetings, and be involved with the municipal budget process.

Budget meetings will continue through Jan. 29, with the next installments scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 4:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., and on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Last week, budget deliberations began with an initial meeting centred around what Finance Committee Chair Pat Molloy has described to The Standard as “a status quo budget.”

“We have gone to staff and asked what it would take to run the township as it was in 2014, without reducing the levels of service,” explained Councillor Molloy.

Although much was made in other local media outlets of the budget process beginning with an increase of more than 11 per cent versus last year, Councillor Molloy assured The Standard that throughout the budget process, the increase will be whittled down.

“We start every year really high, some years we’ve started at 24 per cent, this year we are starting lower because we’ve told staff that we’re looking at some challenges,” added Councillor Molloy. “The increase is absolutely not going to be 11 per cent, we’ve already been able to find some savings to get that number down, and we’ll continue working on it throughout the month. We’re trying to stay close to the belt, but there are other influences out there like the cost of utilities and the township’s heating bills are rising no differently than household heating bills.”

One challenge highlighted by Councillor Molloy is a further reduction in payments to Uxbridge Township through the province’s Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF), which has seen local payments shrink by approximately $500,000 since 2012.

“This year, the township lost another $185,000 in OMPF money, and we’re currently at just over $700,000, and in 2012, we were getting $1.2 million,” Councillor Molloy said.

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Scugog volunteers honoured during 2014 Mayor’s Honour Roll

BENJAMIN PRIEBE Standard BENJAMIN PRIEBEThe The Standard

SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog held the presentation of the 2014 edition of their annual Mayor’s Honour Roll awards on Sunday, Jan. 11, inside the Scugog Community Centre.

The event coincided with Mayor Rowett’s New Year’s Levee, and featured complimentary skating and refreshments for the crowd.

Mayor Tom Rowett, during his inaugural Honour Roll event, recognized many local volunteers and community leaders for their contributions.

This year’s recipients are (clockwise from top left) Enci Dhanoosing, Jim and Chris Grieve, Gord Humphrey, Jonathan van Bilsen, Jim Lawrence, Noreen Malcolm, and Clive Walton - all awarded for their various volunteer projects throughout the years, their lifetime of achievements, and their contribution to their community.

For more information about the Honour Roll, please contact Lisa Fitton at the Township of Scugog by e-mail at lfitton@scugog.ca, or by phone at 905-985-7346, ext. 116.

Mayor Rowett will see that the recipients’ names are added to the Mayor’s Honour Roll plaque, which currently hangs inside the Scugog Township Municipal Office.

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Story Book Sanctuary seeks new home for its namesake endings BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

NORTH DURHAM: Darwin, ‘The IKEA Monkey’, has grown out of his sheepskin coat - as his current home has grown out of their tiny Sunderland location. Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary is seeking a new home, and has turned to crowdfunding to purchase it - with their ‘Darwin’s Dream’ IndieGoGo page.

The group hopes to purchase the former Northwood Exotic Animal Zoo in Seagrave, as the site will be able to provide larger living spaces and accommodate more rescues - as compared to their current Sunderland location.

The Story Book Farm organization rescues and shelters primates from the illegal exotic animal trade, giving their tales of neglect and abuse a ‘Story Book’ ending.

Darwin, an infant Japa-

nese Macaque, was discovered wandering a Toronto IKEA parking lot in December of 2012.

After a lengthy court trial involving his former owner, Darwin was placed in the care of Story Book.

Over the past months, Darwin has matured into a larger, more energetic, and rambunctious juvenile.

Story Book, with 22 primates in its care, is already operating at capacity.

Founded in 2000, the tiny facility is divided into pens where hollering monkeys of all sizes swing on ropes and old fire hoses, and play with kids’ toys.

“We now have an exciting opportunity to acquire a new larger home with wide open spaces and forested enclosures for Darwin and the twenty-one other monkeys,” said Kim Meeham of Story Book Farm.

Most of the new pens have sliding doors that

Darwin is happy in his home at Story Book, on the first anniversary of his arrival.

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would allow the primates to slip into outdoor enclosures to frolic in the sunshine and fresh air. There are also two houses on site for staff, as well as a finished building - perfect for an on-site vet clinic. The new property has a steep evaluation price of almost one million dollars.

Story Book is entirely volunteer-run, and funded solely by private donations, with the occasional grant for specific projects.

“The new property will also allow us to expand our education and advocacy programs in the surrounding communities, create a primate internship program, and hire our first permanent staff to manage our expanded facility,” said Ms. Meehan. “We are also developing a business plan, allowing us to be self-sustainable.”

Far from just an animal sanctuary, Story Book is a group of over 30 volunteers’ mission to change the world, one primate at a time.

Readers can learn more about the crowdfunding campaign on-line at https:// www.indiegogo.com/projects/ darwin-s-dream.

The web page states that $250,000 is needed for a down payment on the North Wood Zoo property, $100,000 is needed to upgrade primate enclosures and building structure, $100,000 is needed for the development of future sustainability programs, and that $40,000 will be put towards the hiring of fulltime care staff for one year.

As of press-time, the Darwin’s Dream campaign has yet to reach its fundraising goals, but will continue to collect donations and offer rewards through their webpage until Jan. 24. Further updates are expected and will be published as soon as they become available.

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Fowler lot recieves all-clear for plows and parking this season BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: Councillors are considering the price of winter maintenance upkeep, after local business owners lead a charge to keep a Water St. parking lot open and maintained throughout the winter months.

On Monday, Jan. 12, Ward 3 Councillor Don Kett expressed frustration with the length of time that had elapsed since a December petition was presented to Council, and motioned for Fowler Park parking lot #2 to be immediately opened and plowed

by Township staff.

The motion was met with approval from five of the seven members of Council, with Regional Councillor Bobbie Drew and Ward 1 Councillor Betty Somerville deciding against the proposition.

“There are more businesses at the Fowler Park lot than the Palmer Park lot, so I don’t see why the Fowler lot would be closed when the other one is open,” said Councillor Kett.

Earlier in December, 2014, Councillors received a petition from The Standard Newspaper, which included signatures from numerous business owners and residents from along Port Perry’s Water St. The group called for the municipality to fund the clearing of their parking lot over the winter season.

Many of the businesses’ employees, who typically use the lots during the warmer seasons, are forced to use spots along the side of Water St., which they say stops potential customers from finding a spot.

Councillor Kett asked Scugog CAO Ian Roger if the cost saving was a large

Parking lot #2, located along Water St., provides parking spaces for Port Perry’s Joe Fowler Park - and for the businesses on the opposite side of the road. The snow clearing-related issue at the lakefront was brought up at Scugog Council through a petition of local businesses who wish to make use of it. enough amount to make a dent in the winter maintenance budget.

“Staff have obtained a quote for maintenance,” said Mr. Roger. “For a normal winter, the costs to plow, sand, and salt the space is roughly $2,500 - or up to $5,000 in a harsh winter, like last year.”

After noticing a strong notion of support for keeping the parking lot open, Mayor Tom Rowett and Council asked staff to speak with the proponents, and reach a conclusion to the icy ordeal.

Uxbridge is seeking flag waver with a special birthday - is it you?

DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: The township’s Canada Day Committee is looking for a special someone within the municipality to have a starring role at this year’s celebration.

At council’s meeting on the morning of Monday, Jan. 12, Regional Councillor Jack Ballinger announced that organizers are looking for a resident of the township born on Feb. 15, 1965

to raise the flag at Canada Day celebrations, scheduled to take place in Elgin Park on July 1.

“On Feb. 15, it will be the 50th anniversary of the adoption of our Canadian flag under Lester B. Pearson, and that’s why we’re looking for someone who lives here and was born on that day to take part,” explained Councillor Ballinger.

Those interested are asked to call the Township office at 905-8529181.

“The closure of the parking lot is obviously affecting business owners – I know that parking is necessary for clients, and I have concerns about closing any available parking we do have,” said Mayor Rowett.

Later, Mayor Rowett asked if data is kept on the year-round use of the parking lot, stating that he has seen cars, trucks and trailers make use of the ice-covered asphalt.

“We don’t typically count the use of our parking lots during the winter, as we do in the summer. We have a play

area at Palmer Park that can be used, so we have keep it open,” said Mr. Roger.

“The Fowler parking lot has been historically unmaintained each winter but is occasionally plowed if we have available staff.”

With a passed motion, the plowing, salting and sanding of the lot is expected to begin as soon as possible - but the lot will remained ranked below municipal sidewalks and the Scugog Arena parking lot, in order of priority.

Fire accreditation means cheaper insurance premiums BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: New certification for the Township of Scugog’s Port Perry Fire Hall could mean increased safety, and lower insurance rates for home owners.

Scugog’s Fire Department has worked to recieve accreditation for their tanker shuttle, the large fire truck which transports and pumps mass amounts of water to a rural fire scene.

According to a press release from Scugog Fire Chief Rich-

ard Miller, this could mean cheaper insurance premiums for residents in the vicinity of the 30 Crandell St. fire station.

“The Tanker Shuttle accreditation is given to rural fire departments like ours, after they demonstrate an ability to deliver more than 200 imperial gallons per minute, for a period of two hours, solely from fire trucks,” said Chief Miller.

“This demonstrates our ability to fight fires in rural areas more quickly and effectively ... to protect our residents.”

Many insurance companies recognize the accreditation and may reduce home insurance premiums for homeowners living within eight kilometres of the fire hall - which encompasses much of Port Perry’s downtown core.

Residents are advised to contact their insurance agent and inquire about a reduction in their rates and premiums.

For further information, please contact the Scugog Township Fire Department by phone at 905-985-2384.

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NORTH DURHAM ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling When we get a sunny day it is usually a novelty. I tried skiing last Saturday but the snow was only deep enough in the yard, not in the fields. That may change this week but forecasts for this weekend promise melting. Enjoy the sun while you can.

Sunday was a great day at Sandford church when the two congregations (Sandford and Zephyr) came together for a service. Rev. Diane spoke about several things that spoke to her during her trek across Spain that could be used for life.

Her friend Jake, with his stethoscope, informed us we need to listen better to what people are saying and to what is going on around us. Happy birthday was sung to Evelyn Cox-Meek. Jackie Lockie also celebrated a birthday last week.

Following the service, we enjoyed a too bountiful lunch before reassembling, with several added guests, to hear and see

Chris and Diane’s slide presentation on their 400-mile trek across the top of Spain called El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, a never to be forgotten, awesome journey. Many questions were asked and answered after.

Thursday afternoon you can join us at Zephyr for a movie, entitled “Heaven is for Real”, at 1:30 p.m. Zephyr council will meet that evening, starting at 7:30 p.m.

Regular services on Jan.18, with a baptism at Zephyr but, on Jan. 25, we all meet again, this time at Zephyr, at 9:30 a.m., Rick McKinley will be the speaker.

Sandford folk are serving the Soupers lunch at St.Andrews in Uxbridge on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Sandford UCW usually meet the fourth Thursday but, we have changed it to Jan. 29, with a potluck lunch at the church. The book club meets that evening at 7 p.m.

SUNDERLAND by Denise Wilson A New Year, new activites, and there are many!

Falls Prevention programs, running Mondays and Thursdays all of January from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., at the Sunderland Legion. Call 705432-3322 to register. This program is helpful, especially for Seniors and is available in Cannington and Beaverton as well.

You can join up with the Cannington Walking Club for their ongoing program on Mondays,

Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. at Fisher’s Independent in Beaverton.

Rejuvenating Yoga is back at the Sunderland Town Hall on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for an hour on January 14, 21 and 28.

The Sunderland Historical Society is having their Annual Meeting this Saturday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m., downstairs at the Sunderland Town Hall.

There will be refreshments and Guest Speaker Lynda Boyd will keep us

fascinated with interesting stories about some of our Local Cemeteries.

Many of our local ‘hockey heroes’ with the Brock Wild are just beginning playoffs, so head on out to Sunderland Arena and check the upcoming schedules, you will be glad that you did!

Have a lovely week and here is your ‘chuckle’ for now ... “Plant carrots in January and you’ll never have to eat carrots,” - Gardening Saying.

GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till Everyone is happy to be back and in the swing of things at Greenbank Public School! Kindergarten Registration begins on Tuesday, Jan. 13 for children who will be 4 years of age by Dec. 31, 2015 for Jr. Kindergarten, and for senior Kindergarten must be 5 years old by Dec. 31, 2015. Please call 905-985-2567.

Thursday, Jan. 15 will be the SCC hot dog lunch for January. Thank you to all who ordered! We will kick off our Little Caesar’s Pizza Kit Fundraiser. This will run until Jan. 30 with pick-up date of Feb. 11. Be sure to place your order-great idea for family fun on family day weekend.

Congratulations to Sunshine Winners Kaydence Janelle R., Jacob R. At church on Sunday, Norma Ferguson greeted all to the service which included the baptism of Hayden James Scott Hunter and Haleigh Jean Anne Hunter, children of Greg and Emily Hunter (nee Crockate). Rev. Parker was assisted by Joanne Doble who introduced the family.

The lovely floral arrangement was in memory of the late Jack Hooker whose funeral was Jan. 10.

Kaine and Bailee Richardson gave

their Bible Jeopardy answers, and volunteered to be contestants next week.

“A letter to you from the United Church Moderator Gary Patterson,” was Pauline’s Mission Message, along with encouragement to increase, or begin, donations to the Mission and Service Outreach.

The senior choir sang Alleluia – by Boyce – a lovely anthem.

Rev. Parker’s message titled “Baptized to What?” expanded on the meaning of the baptism.

The various church committee chairpersons meet Jan. 11 in preparation for the upcoming year and a sharing of ideas at next Sunday’s Jan. 18 congregational luncheon meeting following service.

Please submit your 2014 Annual Reports ASAP to Valerie Hunter so they may be included in reports handed out before the Feb. 22 Greenbank Annual Meeting following morning service.

A belated “Happy Birthday” was sung to Rev. Parker at announcement time.

Women’s Bible Study continues each Monday, 2 p.m. at the church. Topic being studied is Pilgrimage into the Last Third of Life – author J.M. Thibault and R.L Morgan.

Monday, Jan. 19 The Monday Morning Singers invite you to beat the ‘Winter Blahs’ and come sing with this women’s choir, directed by Anne Mizen. They are preparing for their spring concert on May 1. Practices are Monday mornings from 9:15-11:30 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 65 Toronto St. South in Uxbridge. Call 905-852-3693 or visit www.mmsingers.org.

Thursday, Jan. 22 Blackstock Fair Annual General Meeting & Potluck supper at 7 p.m., at the Blackstock Rec Centre.

Blackstock Fair is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year and will also have a variety of special events throughout the year as well as at the Fair.

If you are interested in our fair, you are very welcome to attend this meeting. * North Durham Nature presents The Standard’s Geoff Carpentier on Birds of the Galapagos at the Uxbridge Seniors Centre, starting at 7 p.m. As well, there will be a brief AGM, which introduces offices of the club, and an opportunity to join up. All are welcome, for more details contact Derek at 905-852-5432 or northdurhamnature@powergate.ca.

Saturday, Jan. 24 Robert Burns Supper, presented by Uxbridge Legion Pipes and Drums. Doors open at 6 pm. Haggis and roast beef dinner, served with the pomp and ceremony of the Address to the Haggis, Toasts to the Lassies & Laddies, Robbie Burns’ poems and biography, and more. Performances by the pipe band, highland danc-

ers, and the Luke Family fiddlers. Vegetarian meals available. Cash bar, prizes, and raffles. Funds raised support the band’s activities. Tickets are $45 per person and are available at Uxbridge Legion Branch 170, 109 Franklin St., Uxbridge (905) 852-5293.

Sunday, Jan. 25 Emmanuel Community Church (1680 Reach St. Port Perry) are pleased to have Teen Challenge, Aurora, as our guests at 10 a.m. Their presentation will focus on freedom from drug addiction. You will hear powerful stories of God’s power to change lives. Teen Challenge is a one year, faith-based, residential drug and alcohol rehab program for men and women ages 18 and over.

The Director of the Aurora Centre, Tara Saunders will be leading the team. A love offering will be received at the conclusion of the service.

Wednesday, Jan. 28 The Port Perry Fiddle Club’s first dance of the new year at the Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach Rd. Doors open at 6 p.m., and all are welcome to play, sing, dance or just listen. $5 admission, call 905-9857557 for more info.

Saturday, Jan. 31 The Port Perry High School music department hosts ‘With a Little Help From Our Friends 2.’ This evening of music from PPHS graduates will feature acts ranging from rock to opera to drum line at Port Perry United Church, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 (12 and under free) and are available at PPHS or the door.

Sunday, Feb. 1 MusicFest at Reachview Village in Uxbridge, from

10 to 11 a.m. An excellent venue for anyone interested to gain valuable experience performing - from singing, dancing and playing an instrument to storytelling.

All are welcome. For more information, please call Jo at 905-852-6487.

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. * AA Meeting, 8 p.m. Port Perry Goodtide Group, (speaker meeting, family, friends welcome) Port Perry United Church (basement) 294 Queen St., 905-728-1020.

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 Euchres Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Prince Albert Community Centre.

New players welcome. * Sunderland Legion, Darts, 7:30 p.m. * Pickleball, 9 a.m. - noon, Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Perry.

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EPSOM & UTICA by Kem Cehajic I will be taking over the Epsom/Utica column starting this week and on behalf of the community, would like to thank Shari for all her hard work and time she has put in keeping all of us informed on a weekly basis.

I am hoping to hear from the neighbours about any local news that would interest us, and as well—any topics or happenings that might be of concern to our community on a whole.

I will touch base with the school, church and community centre in hopes of getting their input each week.

SEAGRAVE by Jean Short

As for this initial column, it was nice to see Durham Regional Police set up speed traps at Epsom Public School on a couple of different days this past week.

Hopefully this will happen more often and might slow down the inconsiderate drivers blowing past the school at what seems 30-50 km over the limit on a regular basis.

On a second road issue, make sure we are extra aware on Goodwood Rd., with the endless amount of dump trucks we are forced to share the lanes with.

Many of these truck drivers

are not exactly following the speed limits through Utica, so be aware and off the phone when you’re driving.

If you’d like to submit an item to the Epsom & Utica news, please send e-mails to me at danman@powergate.ca or call me at 905-985-7169. Have a safe week and keep smiling.

Editor’s note: The Standard would like to thank Shari Kerry for her many years of dedication in writing the weekly Epsom/Utica edition of the Shorelines. We wish Shari all the best in the future. To read a farewell letter from Mrs. Kerry, please see Page 8.

BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly Congratulations to Noreen Malcolm on being placed on the Mayor’s Honour Roll in recognition of sixty-five years of volunteering at our local hospitals. Members of her family along with many of Blackstock residents attended the presentation at the Scugog Hall on Sunday afternoon as part of the Mayor’s annual levee which began with free skating. It was a very impressive event.

Congratulations to Ken Hudson who was honoured on Jan. 1 at St. James Cathedral Toronto with presentation of a certificate signed

by Archbishop Colin Johnston and a medallion in recognition of the decades of service to St. John Anglican Church. Blackstock was well represented by family and members of the congregation at this impressive Evensong service which was attended by a congregation of 1,500. What an impressive event.

Miss Penny Yardley, of Stoney Creek, spent the Christmas Holiday with her cousin, Katrina Bates, at her home, Churchwood Cottage, in the village.

St. John’s Anglican Church is celebrating its

175th anniversary with many, many special activities. Be sure to watch for announcements on these events as the come closer. What a busy year is in store for this congregation.

Blackstock Fair is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year and will also have a variety of special events throughout the year as well as at the Fair.

The first event will be the annual meeting which will be held as a pot luck supper at the Recreation Centre on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. If you are interested in our fair, you are very welcome to attend this meeting.

There were eight tables at the Tuesday evening card party with the following winners-Walt Mitchell, Ellen Gibson, Norm Lackner, Gerry McArthur, Joyce Hawkins, Jean VanCamp, low and Peter Booth with the most lone hands.

The special prizes were won by Diane Slute, Willma VanCamp, Don Geer and Doris Manns. If you enjoy an evening of euchre, you are very welcome to attend this fun evening each Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. sharp at the St. John’s Anglican Church.

PRINCE ALBERT by Pat Boyd The time has arrived when the ladies of the congregation can turn in their collection of soup labels and stamps. The U.C.W. Presbyterial meeting is in March, so you have the rest of January and the month of February

to bring them in.

The annual meeting will be held on Sunday, Jan. 25, after the church service and pot-luck lunch in the Fellowship room. Remember to bring your own dishes and cutlery. All reports were

to be in to the office by Friday, Jan. 9.

The sacrament of Holy Baptism will be celebrated on Sunday, Feb. 8. A preparation class will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. If you are interested, please call the

church office.

Free Bridge lessons have begun at the Prince Albert Community Centre. The lessons are on Mondays at 1 p.m. For more information, please call 905-982-1084.

The January freeze has arrived and as a word of caution watch for the ice when walking.

On Saturday, Jan. 24 at 10.30 a.m., there will be a meeting at the Seagrave Church basement to form a Park Board to organize sports events, etc. The new Director of Parks, Glen Smith will be in attendance to answer any questions. Bring your wish list.

Continued good wishes to Clarence Cameron who had eye surgery last week.

Diane Cooke’s Euchre Club is celebrating 15 years in March – a few outings for fun as well as the regular euchre meetings are being planned. For more information call 905-985-3722.

Congratulations to Art, Jessica and Phoenix Tubiszewski who welcomed Seagrave’s newest resident, Daniella Dale into their life on January 4.

On Thursday, Jan. 29 at 6 p.m., all are invited to a pot luck supper at the Seagrave Church, followed by a presentation by Mary Margaret Boone minister at the Janetville United Church entitled “The Footsteps of Paul”, about her recent visit to Greece and Turkey It will be done through slides and commentary at about 7 p.m. Bring a friend, along with a first course item, salad or dessert. Coffee and tea will be provided, Rev. Wanda Stride of Woodville is on a sabbatical will be travelling to El Salvador and is asking for donations to be taken to the mission schools. She is in need of used laptops, board games that don’t rely too heavily on the English language, painting materials, imitation jewelry, stickers, school supplies and medical supplies. If you wish to donate any items they can be brought to the Seagrave Church no later than Feb. 3, and Betty Lou Beacock will deliver them to Wanda.

Anyone wishing to receive the Observer in 2015, please contact Eleanor Sturman with a cheque made out to the Observer in the amount of $20.

The birthday people this week who fed the birthday church were Rev. Richard Parker, Betty Lou Beacock , Len Somerville, and Rosalind Stephens. Birthday wishes also to MacKenzie Matthews of Mariposa Estates (5th) and Avery Puckrin (13th).

The room adjacent to the sanctuary has had a face lift and looks exceptional and very functional with the new maple floor, a gorgeous carpet, executive table with 12 leather chairs and a copier. A special thanks to those who donated items and their time.

Tara-Bailey Taylor gave a Mission and Service report. The greeters and suppliers of coffee were Margaret and Don Real.

Rev. Richard Parker’s message was “Baptized to What?” Children are baptized because parents understand how important it is to be baptized into a Christian life where the journey into Christianity starts at home. Stating that the Bible today is as good today as 3,000 years ago, showing similarities to what is happening today.

--Coming Events: Jan. 21 – 1.30 p.m. Annual Session Meeting at the church.

Jan. 22 – 7 p.m. “Opening the Doors to Spirituality” exploring the Bible. Subject to be discussed is “Faith”. All are welcome.

Feb. 14 – 9 a.m. Men’s “Valentines Breakfast”, for the ladies. This is an annual event and seating is limited. If you are interested in attending please contact Rick at 905-9858383 or barberick@sympatico.ca or Don at 1-705-357-3871 or donreal10@gmail.com If you have news for this column, please e-mail grammiejean2010@hotmail.com or phone 905-985-9921.

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Scugog rural internet project in the works F RO M PAG E 1

In addition to connecting Scugog’s rural residents and businesses, Mayor Rowett expressed an interest in building a self-sustaining network.

Once lines are put into the ground, they would be controlled by the municipality, and rented to internet providers. The proceeds are expected to cover upkeep costs, with left-over money reinvested into expanding the network.

“Obviously it is cost prohibitive to build a huge network from square-one, but we would hopefully reach every resident in the Township at some point – after municipal accounts and loans are re-paid,” said Mayor Rowett.

The decision of where the first lines will be installed is still up in the air. Mayor Rowett hopes to embark on a comprehensive study and survey of where the connections are most needed and wanted, pending grant approval.

According to Ward 3 Councillor Don Kett, Scugog Island is a prime target for a network upgrade. Councillor Kett stated that he “... did a small survey of 300 Scugog Island residents, and only three of them were satisfied with their current in-

ternet service.”

Regional Councillor Bobbie Drew expressed the need for patience with future plans, stating that the Township’s partnership with Communicate Freely may or may not be in Scugog’s best interest - despite the local ownership and current dealings.

“A local service provider is responsible to their own customers only, where the Township is responsible to the whole. We have to be careful,” said Regional Councillor Drew. “I understand we are giving a local internet provider [Communicate Freely] our blessing in applying for a grant, and that we would then investigate purchasing or partnering with that business.”

Regional Councillor Drew asked Scugog CAO Ian Roger if “The township has any leeway if the grant was approved, but council voted against partnership?”

The motion to submit an application for the Connecting Canadians grant received unanimous approval, and is expected to be brought up in council in the near future.

A cost analysis and needs surveys will be forthcoming - including a gap-analysis report from the University of Toronto expected to be presented to councillors by the end of June, this year.

Stretch your spirit at Library fundraiser this Saturday SCUGOG: The community is invited to try gentle yoga this weekend at a special fundraiser in support of the Scugog memorial Public Library.

On Saturday, Jan. 17, Penny Sandvold and Marlene Mitchell have generously donated their time to offer a 90 minute yoga and EFT class at the library, with 100 per cent of the class fee going directly to

the library.

Penny will offer the yoga portion of the class, where participants learn ancient techniques to increase flexibility, improve concentration, alleviate stress, create greater self-awareness, & promote well-being. Marlene will include an introduction to EFT, also known as “Tapping” because it involves tapping with the fingertips on the body merid-

ians. EFT is a popular stress relief technique.

Spaces are limited, so register soon! This session will run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and costs $20.

Register in person at the Library or by telephone at 905-985-7686, ext 101. For more information contact: Sarah White, Public Services Coordinator, at 905-985-7686 or swhite@ scugoglibrary.ca.

Uxbridge budget talks continue F RO M PAG E 1

Local councillors expect the trend to continue, with the province altering the way it doles out money to municipalities, moving to a more specific approach to the distribution of funds to municipalities.

“That $700,000 will eventually probably be gone. But, as the province cuts, it does give some money, but it is getting very strict as to what it can be spent on,” Councillor Molloy added.

As well, Councillor Molloy reiterated council’s wishes to maintain the level of services currently enjoyed by residents of the municipality.

“Crafting a responsible budget isn’t just cut, cut, cut,” Councillor Molloy told The Standard. “We are fortunate enough

to live in a place where we’ve spent years developing facilities that we can all be proud of and building a level of service that our residents have come to expect.

And I don’t think that we should be cutting into that level of service that our residents have come to rely on, to me that’s being responsible.”

Later in the month, budget meetings are slated for: Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Thursday, Jan. 22, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 23, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; and Thursday, Jan. 29, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The 2015 municipal budget is expected to receive final approval from councillors in early February.

SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH

VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE

ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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

19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, January 18 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman

319 Queen Street, Port Perry 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, January 18 Service at 10 a.m.

Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 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

14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry Phone: (905) 982-2064 newsongadmin@powergate.ca www.newsongportperry.ca Sunday January 18, 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: SUNDAY SERVICES 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship & 6:30 p.m. Worship Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all

HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Hope 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

593 Alma St., Port Perry,

UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com Sunday, January 18 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

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

Wednesday

Mid morning Eucharist 11:30am

Sunday, January 18

2nd Sunday after Epiphany 10:00 am Eucharist/Anointing Nursery & Sunday School Available

PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES

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

SUNDAY, January 18 Port Perry United Church 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, January 18th Greenbank

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

11 a.m. Service

Seagrave

1680 Reach Street.

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

(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 Picking up the tab Details of an inaugural luncheon thrown by Durham’s Regional Council and paid for by taxpayers came to light last week, leading to questions about the necessity of the more than $15,000 affair, held this past December at Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility in Ajax.

With Hollywood awards season underway with ceremonies such as the Golden Globes and the Oscars, that industry confirms that it is the most self-congratulatory. However, displays like this luncheon show that government is not far behind in the number-two spot.

Regional Chair Roger Anderson was quoted in the Toronto Star as saying “I just don’t see any issue here” and maybe that’s part of the problem, that for the majority of these long-term politicians, raiding the pockets of taxpayers to pay for a $55-per-plate lunch has become no big deal over the years. But, to the majority of the tax base footing the bill for these functions, it is a big deal.

An informal poll undertaken by The Standard revealed that $55 was more than most spent on lunch for an entire week, let alone a single catered afternoon.

The most out-of-touch statement in a news story full of them belonged to Ajax Regional Councillor Shaun Collier who claimed “... this was nothing ... I mean, what’s next, are we not allowed to have coffee at our council meetings? This is really nit-picking.”

We’re sorry to break it to you Shaun, but we do want you to bring your own coffee. When it comes to Regional Council’s money, which is after all, the public’s money, there is nothing wrong with nit-picking. If anything, we should probably be doing more of it.

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

Oh no to O’Toole New voice for Shoreline Rising to the occasion To the Editor,

To the Editor,

To the Editor,

How can you explain your glowing endorsement of Erin O’Toole as all sunshine and rainbows and everything else good in the world? After all, he represents a party that in almost 10 years in power has set us back on environmental issues again and again.

I do agree that if there has to be anyone on Harper’s inner circle, it might as well be our guy, but he sure won’t get my vote in the election this October.

Normally, I’m a big fan of The Standard, but this time I don’t agree. I’m grateful we live in a country where I can express that.

Happy New Year to everyone in the community. I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. Last week I made my last submission to The Standard for the Shoreline News. Up until late last week, I thought it was going to be the end of our news column, but Kem Cehajic from Epsom, e-mailed me to say he was interested in taking on this task. Awesome!! So, from here on out, if you have any news you would like added to the column, please contact Kem by either e-mail or phone. danman@powergate.ca or 905-985-7169. I will miss writing this column every week, and I really want to thank Kem for stepping in!

Best Wishes from this Kerry family to each and everyone of you for a Safe, Healthy and Happy 2015.

I would like to thank the following people for their generous donations to complete the project of the new bench risers in Pad 2 at Scugog Arena in Port Perry: Dianne and Gord Hooker of Coldwell Banker, Terry and Andy Leitch from Canadian Tire Port Perry and ReMax realtors Tanya Latreille, Brett, Diane and Keith Puckrin.

Also, a big thanks go out to Bob Briere and his team at BM Welding for the donation of the first riser, and all of their hard work to build the others. It is so nice to be seated to watch the games in the warm area. It’s much appreciated by all who use them.

With thanks,

Mike Jacobsen Uxbridge

Shari Kerry Epsom/Utica

Dot Hooker Greenbank

94A Water Street, Port Perry, ON L9L 1J2 | Phone: 905-985-6985 | E-mail: standarddarryl@powergate.ca

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Nominations open for environmental awards NORTH DURHAM: The Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Environmental Achievement Awards.

The annual awards program provides an opportunity to recognize individuals and organizations that dedicate time to promote, preserve and enhance the region’s natural environment.

Past nominees include local residents and businesses that have demonstrated measures undertaken to protect the environment and make Durham Region a healthier and better place to live.

Nomination forms are currently available at www.durham.ca/ deac. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Feb. 27.

The DEAC Environmental Achievement Awards was established in 2003 to recognize and acknowledge environmental achievements of individuals and organizations in the public, private and non-profit sectors within Durham Region. The awards program has six categories, which were named in memory of past environmental leaders.

More than 1,500 tickets in back to school blitz DURHAM REGION: A recent one-week traffic safety blitz around neighbourhood schools in Durham Region has resulted in more than 1,500 traffic tickets being issued.

According to a press release, the Durham Regional Police Traffic Services Branch, in conjunction with officers from all divisions, initiated a zero tolerance traffic enforcement campaign targeting school and community safety zones during the week of January 5 to 9.

During this week, officers

issued 1,584 tickets for various driving offences in and around schools. This includes 955 tickets for speeding and a further 70 charges of distracted driving.

The goal of the annual enforcement campaign is to ensure high officer visibility and proactive enforcement in and around school zones during the first week back to school.

The DRPS would like to thank local school officials and members of the public for supporting this traffic initiative.

NEWS & OPINION

Walk Softly

Geoff carpentier

Ice Cold Facts A few years ago, I wrote a book about Antarctica that contained some really interesting stuff – well at least I think so! I thought that, with the cold we’re experiencing, I might share a few excerpts from the book that are timely and relevant.

Everything you ever wanted to know! Nanuk knows! Winter is a time of cold and sometimes danger due to the falling temperatures and in some cases, thin ice. If you break through the ice, the safest way to start getting dry (short of going inside!) is to roll in the snow and use it as a sponge to soak up the excess water. That’s what Polar Bears do!

Why does your nose run in winter? Well you asked for it, so here goes … Our noses warm and humidify the air we breathe by adding moisture to it as it travels down into the lungs. When you inhale cold, dry air, the moist tissue inside the nose automatically increases fluid production to protect sensitive lung tissue. So as we are exposed to these cold temperatures, the capillaries in the nose constrict and, because of the increased permeability of the cells in the blood vessels, entice liquid to enter. The liquid comes in the form of mucous from adjacent glands and, since there is now an excess of fluids, you have a runny nose! Your body quickly rebalances itself and before you know it your nose stops running even though it’s still cold out there!

Is the air really better in Antarctica? The atmosphere around the world is the same, from a chemical compositional perspective, no matter where you are. It is composed of a mixture of nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen and carbon dioxide. Where the differences arise is in the impurities carried by air currents. Dust, pollutants, pollen, meteoric debris, salt and water vapour combine to create the soup we call “air”. Sadly, due to the constant global mixing of air, pollutants eventually find their way to the Polar Regions from industrialized areas. The good news is that distance does help.

You will find the air is very clear in Antarctica and even

Learning to live with hockey When you walk into an arena with a camera, you have options.

Do I stand on the top level and get clean mid-ice and net shots, but nothing too dramatic, or do I stand at ice-level and miss a majority of the game based on focallength alone, but get some great faces and angles?

I’ve had the pleasure of spending the last couple of weekends taking in the greatest game in Canada, while shooting the MoJacks on their home turf.

If you’re a fan of local hockey, I would hope that many of my readers have seen me at a game. If you haven’t, I encourage you to come out to watch a game for yourself, and support North Durham’s local teams - be they from Uxbridge or Scugog.

Sports photos are a touchy subject for me - it’s exciting, rewarding, and fun - but I’m not exactly up on my hockey stats and lingo. As you will read, this can cause occasional confusion, and a tendency to turn and ask someone next to me “what’s going on?”

My relationship with sports began, like most, with a honeymoon period. When I attended Loyalist College, I was shooting the Belleville Bulls every week at the Yardmen Arena, and having the time of my life.

The weekly ritual and familiar, Olympic-sized, evenly-lit rink provided a chance to experiment and see incremental changes in my work, depending on what technique I used or where I decided to stand. Thanks to the endless scrum of college students who depend on the games for photo assignments, the rink staff even cut lens-sized port holes through the glass.

That’s when, as they say, the itch set in - maybe hock-

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ey and I just were never meant to be.

After a pleasantly simple experience at the Yardmen, I had a dose of reality the first time I walked into Scugog Arena to catch my first COJHL game.

With absolutely no disrespect to Scugog, the MoJacks, or any other team that graces the ice - it’s dark in there, and the plexiglass has a lot of puck-marks on it - the bane of any smalltown photojournalist across Canada. Due to the layout of the benches, a few of my frames will end up with baseball caps and other debris blocking the players - there’s been more than one occasion where an overzealous fan ‘whoo-hooing’ before me has given my nice DSLR a nice coating of snack bar poutine.

If you’ve been keeping up with Shoot First, Ask Later, you probably know that I consider music up there with food and oxygen on my list of dire needs. As such, concert, arts and festival photography is a particular favourite of mine.

Shooting sports is very similar to concert photography in a few ways - your subjects move fast through a dimly-lit room, and the best moments happen without warning.

The best moments happen when a photographer isn’t ‘working’ but ‘shooting’. In this state, you become a part of what’s going on around you, the camera settings are dialed in, and the camera body becomes an extension of one hand, while the zoom ring becomes part of the other.

For a photographer, this is as close to nirvana as we get.

The reason that sports photography tends to come with a few hurdles stems from the fact that I’m not very athletically inclined to begin with. Combine that with a lack of working knowledge of the game - and

seems to taste better!

How come it’s so stinking cold in Antarctica? Well, it all has to do with the sun and the angle at which its rays hit our planet. Imagine a beam of sunlight hitting the Equator dead-on and releasing the full intensity of its heat over a small circular area, much as a beam of a flashlight would do if shone directly at something. Now take that beam and angle it 45 degrees and you see the same amount of light now covers a much larger area, diluting its heating potential. This is what is happening as the sun’s rays hit the rounded surface of the earth. The further north or south you go, the more dramatic the effect. By the time you get to the Antarctic Circle, the warming influence of the sun has been diluted by about 83%!

Now add, the reflective power of ice and snow and even more light - about 85% of what little reaches the surface in fact is bounced back away from the surface and with it goes its warmth! Wow - that means that only about 2.6% of the sun’s heat remains to warm the surface in the polar regions!

Can it be too cold to snow? Short answer – no.

There is always some moisture in the air, no matter how cold it gets. So the processes that cause snow to form and fall persist despite the temperature. Weather systems associated with cold fronts produce less snow, while heavy snow is associated with relatively mild air in advance of a warm front. As we now experience the coldest part of the winter we see little snow falling, but a couple of weeks ago, it was mild and we got hit hard!

Interested in knowing more nifty facts about polar areas? Maybe a copy of my book – Antarctica: First Journey – is what you need. Drop me a line, get your own copy and be the hit of the party with your new knowledge of Ice Cold Facts!

Geoff Carpentier is a published author, expedition guide and environmental consultant. Visit Geoff on-line at www. avocetnatureservices.com, or on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Shoot First, Ask Later BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard I don’t have that sixth-sense to know what the next play will be, the way that a veteran hockey fan or player might.

Shooting hockey is a game of taking chances, as you never know who’s going to intercept a pass or when the player will shoot take a shot. It’s almost like they’re trying to fool us photographers as much as the other team’s defencemen.

On Sunday evening, Clarington Eagles forward Brodie Myers got chance at a penalty shot on the MoJacks’ net. While most of the arena started either cheering or booing, I just became bewildered when, halfway through the period, both teams cleared off the ice. Was there a fire alarm I didn’t hear?

After quickly turning towards Darryl Knight, and apparently shooting him a look of confusion, I was assured that this was supposed to happen. You’re allowed to chuckle now.

While my relationship with hockey is stressed, I’m willing to put in the effort. As much as our therapist says it’s time we took a break, I think there’s some work to be done on both parts.

Dear Hockey, I’ll learn the proper positions and terms, if you take off those shiny cages and visors, and start using some pyrotechnics and strobes. Sincerely, Benjamin.

My best advice for photogs - wait for a body check.

When two skating objects collide, it usually makes them quite stationary.

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THE LARGEST LOCAL SPORTS COVERAGE IN DURHAM REGION

Bruins on a roll heading into ‘Battle of North Durham’ DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

The Uxbirdge Bruins posted a pair of weekend wins to move into second place in the COJHL standings, as the league moves into its final month of the regular season.

On Friday, Jan. 9, the Bruins played host to the North Kawartha Knights. looking to make it back-to-back wins over the expansion entry to the league, after posting a 3-1 win in Apsley the previous Saturday.

Tyson Eastgate opened the scoring with a powerplay goal almost eight minutes into the action. However, just 35 seconds later, the Knights struck back to equalize the game 1-1. Following the goal, Bruins netminder Jake Joosten withdrew from the game due to illness, as Branden Francey took over between the pipes.

Rob Freckelton restored Uxbridge’s lead with his sixth goal of the season with just over three minutes to play in the first period.

The Bruins’ offence continued to roll in the second period, as they opened a 4-1 lead on the Knights behind goals from Eastgate and Patrick Bolahood.

Although North Kawartha would sneak one puck past Francey in the third period, Uxbridge continued to dominate, with Connor Evans, Adam Bartholomew, Alex Williamson and Carter Vahey all lighting the lamp as Uxbridge rolled to an 8-2 victory.

The Bruins looked to keep the momentum going the following night as they travelled to Little Britain to square off against the Merchants.

Francey was busy throughout the first 20 minutes, stopping all 16 shots fired his way by the Merchants. Almost three minutes into the second period, Marco Mastrangelo opened the scoring, with Eastgate chipping in the lone assist.

However, less than two minutes later, Kurtis Moore netted the equalizer, scoring a shorthanded goal, assisted

by Terry Snoddon.

Earlier in the day, the Bruins bolstered their defensive corps by reacquiring ‘Magic’ Mike Spataro, who had spent the past two seasons with the Tier II Junior ‘A’ Lindsay Muskies. The Pickering native and former captain of the Muskies made an immediate impact, as he scored the go-ahead goal with just over five minutes to play in the second period. Just 27 seconds later, Dylan Locke netted an unassisted tally to swell Uxbridge’s lead to 3-1 after 40 minutes of play.

The Merchants refused to have two points shoplifted from them quietly, and pressured the Bruins throughout the third period, and with just over three minutes to play, former Bruin and Uxbridge resident Mackenzie Smith scored to bring Little Britain to within a goal. However, that would be as close as the home side would get, as Locke fired his second of the evening into an empty net to seal a 4-2 victory, with Eastgate adding his third assist of the match.

With a daunting stretch ahead of them in the com-

Celebrate the big game

Uxbridge forward Todd Winder breaks in alone on North Kawartha Knights goalie James Hack during the Bruins’ 8-2 win, on Friday, Jan. 11. This weekend, after hosting the Clarington Eagles at 7:45 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 16, the Bruins will hit the road for a ‘Battle of North Durham’ at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Jan. 18, against the Port Perry MoJacks, starting at 2:25 p.m.

DYNAMIC DESIGNS Special to The Standard ing weeks with several games against the top sides in the COJHL, Bruins bench boss Geoff Hodgkinson is confident his team can continue their recent run of success as they challenge for a high ranking in the playoffs.

“I feel like, over our past 10 games that we’ve been hitting what we have been striving for since day one. With 10 games left, I think it’ll continue to show,” Hodgkinson told The Standard. “It comes down to being prepared mentally and physically to challenge the top teams, and if we can dig deep and win a majority of our games down the stretch, there’s no reason we can’t be in the fight for first place.”

Loose Pucks: - In addition to Spataro, the Bruins also added forward Ryan Miehm from North Kawartha ahead of the Jan. 10 trade deadline in the COJHL. Through 26 games with the Knights, the 17-year-old Courtice product tallied two goals and five assists.

“With the end of the season coming up, we wanted to make a move to add some depth and give us another option up front. Ryan’s skillful and smart with the puck and should be able to help us right away,” Hodgkinson said.

- This weekend, the Clarington Eagles soar into Uxbridge for a 7:45 p.m. match-up on Friday, Jan. 16.

- On Sunday, Jan. 18, the Bruins trek east on Reach St. for the latest ‘Battle of North Durham’ as they take on the Port Perry MoJacks at Scugog Arena, starting at 2:25 p.m.

Sat. Jan 17th

Busy weekend for Blackstock hockey TARA FREW Special to The Standard

In the Tyke Division this past weekend, W.O. Insurance beat Canadian Tire 5-1, with goals from Oscian Seguin (4) and David Macinnes. Canadian Tire’s goal was popped in

by Brendan Potter.

Race Trac faced off against Shagg’s and won 5-1. Ryan Vernon (4) and Matthew Vandervoort scored for Race Trac, and Jimmy Lee scored the solo goal for Shagg’s.

In the Novice Division Krown Rust took ChrisM-

Sat. Jan 24th

cAuley.ca by a score of 3-2.

Krown Rust’s goals were from Kailyn Seguin, Matthew Seeney and Owen Chailoskyl. ChrisMcAuley. ca had goals by Adam Goble and Griffin McAuley.

J.F. Construction beat Make-A-Wish 11-5, with Brandon Parrott (5), Derek Radtke (3), Isabella O’Donoghue (2) and Adam Davies scoring for J.F.Construction. Make-AWish had goals by Ian Barkey (2), Cameron Cuzzilla, Nicolas Savor and Oscian Seguin.

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MoJacks fight for top spot Blackstock hockey round-up in crowded COJHL table F RO M PAG E 1 0

DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

The top of the COJHL standings got even more crowded last week, as the Port Perry MoJacks dropped a pair of games to fall into third place in the table, with just three points separating the league’s top four teams.

The MoJacks week began with a short-staffed squad hitting the road for a matchup in Lakefield against the Chiefs, on Tuesday, Jan. 6.

After falling behind by a score of 1-0 through the first period, a powerplay goal from Jeff St. Pierre tied the game less than three minutes into the second period. Later, the Chiefs would retake the lead, only to have Graham Lamers knot the game up with just over a minute to play in the middle stanza.

A powerplay goal by the Chiefs almost four minutes into the third period proved to be the winner, as Lakefield prevailed by a final score of 3-2 to claim sole possession of first place in the COJHL table.

On Sunday, Jan. 11, the MoJacks were back on the ice as they looked to ruffle the feathers of the Clarington Eagles at Scugog Arena. There was a raucous atmosphere in the building for the game, which was a physical affair throughout.

Just over a minute into the second period, the Eagles opened the scoring with a powerplay goal, although shortly afterwards,

the MoJacks would rebound and press feverishly for an equalizer, but were unable to capitalize on their scoring chances.

With just over seven minutes to play in the second, MoJacks goalie Blake Shaw made a tremendous pad save on a penalty shot by former MoJack Brodie Myers as the lanky forward ran out of room on his attempt, stuffing the puck into Shaw’s outstretched pad.

However, a pair of long shots from the Eagles would find the back of the net before the end of the second period, allowing the Eagles to soar to a 3-0 advantage through 40 minutes of play.

Liam Schweda drew the MoJacks to within two goals almost seven minutes into the third period, when his point shot blasted past Eagles goalie Connor Visca, with Ryan Bernardes assisting on the powerplay goal.

There was a frantic pace to the action down the stretch, as the MoJacks continued trying to claw their way back into the game, only to be held back by the Eagles, who would hold on to take a 3-1 victory.

Following the game, MoJacks Head Coach Clair Cornish noted that his team hadn’t been able to match the Eagles in some key areas of the game.

“Clarington played a smarter game than us today,” Cornish told The Standard. “I give credit to them, they came in here and played

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As well, Cornish praised the work of Shaw, who was sensational at times, turning aside 24 of the 27 shots he faced.

“Blake plays well every time, and he gives us a chance to win every time, which is all you can ask of your goalie,” said Cornish.

Loose Pucks: - The MoJacks swung one trade on the Jan. 10 trade deadline for the COJHL, bringing in former Georgina Ice captain Brett Theissen. At the time of the trade, the 18-year-old Aurora product was leading the Ice in scoring, with 30 points (12 goals and 18 assists) in 31 games played, he made his MoJacks debut on Sunday against the Eagles.

“We’re pleased to be able to bring in a player of Brett’s ability,” Cornish said. “He can skate well, and has good instincts in the offensive zone, making some nice plays with the puck.

He’s eager to advance to the next level, and we’re happy to have him here as we head towards the playoffs.”

- A crowd of more than 200 took in Sunday’s game at Scugog Arena, with the MoJacks hosting their first-ever ‘Brock Minor Hockey Day.’ - This weekend, the MoJacks will make their final trip of the season to Apsley on Saturday, Jan. 17, for a 7:20 p.m. tilt with the North Kawartha Knights.

- On Sunday, Jan. 18, Port Perry hosts the latest round in ‘The Battle of North Durham’ with the Uxbridge Bruins visiting Scugog Arena for a 2:25 p.m. grudge match.

In the Atom Division Low & Low beat Eco Water 6-2. Low & Low’s goals were by Zeke Bailey (3), Connor Rogers (2) and Aidan Lazure. Eco Water’s goals were by Aaron Waters and Brett Hanley.

Port Perry Dental won against Buck’s Construx 4-2. Port Perry Dental’s goals were by Daymond Clark (2), Cole Stephens and Jacob Buchanan. Buck’s Construx goals were by Lucas Braband and Eric Byers.

The game was all tied up 6-6 for Urban Landscape and Practicar in the Peewee/Bantam Division. Scoring for Urban Landscape were Kadin Martin (4), Carson Nozdryn, and Owen Seguin.

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Cochrane Tree Service beat Red Ribbon Restaurant 3-1. Cameron Barkey (2) and Hunter Scarlett scored for Cochrane Tree Service, with Jacob Buchanan scoring for Red Ribbon.

Omnific Design won against Denault 9-6 in the Midget Division behind goals from Eric Kerr (6), Jacob Lee (2) and Kain McIver. Denault’s goals were from Michael Grieve (4) and Taryn Duivesteyn (2) with an assist by Grieve as well.

Rounding out the action over the weekend, Luchka Float Service shut out All Flags Shell 7-0, with scoring from Sean Ashby (3), Benjamin Partington (3) and Clay Larmer.

Haugen wins Summer Bonspiel ROB STEELE Special to The Standard

The Port Perry Curling Club Tuesday Night Ladies league hosted their annual bonspiel this past weekend. Fourteen teams, including six from out-of-town, descended on the club to participate in the event. With memories of a last summer’s disappointing weather fresh on their minds, the ladies decided to go with the “Summer We Never Had” theme to help warm everyone up during this cold month of January.

Teams played two eightend games, were treated to continental breakfast and lunch, and when all the points were tallied, it was Port Perry’s Louise Haugen, Wilma Muhic, Maggie Van Camp, and Wilma Oosterholt who took home top prize. A great time was had by all teams with prizes also being awarded for top themed costumes.

Special thanks to sponsors Port Perry Auto Glass, South Scugog Auto Sales,

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Jim Bell Wins Zones The Uxbridge Curling Club hosted the Intermediate zones last weekend.

Uxbridge resident Jim Bell took his Unionville squad to yet another regional by winning both his games on Saturday. Jim beat brother John in his first game, and then cruised to a victory over Port Perry’s Don Beaton. That put Bell in the A-final against Oshawa Golf’s Ray Balachorek.

However, given three regional spots were being given to zone six, both teams qualified for regionals and no A-final was required.

Unionville’s John Bell, with Uxbridge’s Bruce Jefferson at vice, also qualified for regionals through the B-Side.

Regionals will be held at the Oshawa Curling Club on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Super League Starts Divisional Play The first schedule of the Deloitte Super League concluded last Thursday with final divisional implications on the line. With the po-

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Macular Degeneration: leading cause of blindness in Canada DR. DARRYL WORKMAN Special to The Standard

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) is a complex, progressive, degenerative disease of a small area of the retina called the macula and is the leading cause of blindness in North America.

The macula is responsible for our detailed central vision and colour vision. Macular damage will directly affect our ability to read and drive. In ARMD, fatty deposits gradually accumulate painlessly in the macular area (dry ARMD). At first there may be no visual symptoms, but gradually, distortion of central vision becomes apparent. A majority of patients remain as dry ARMD with varying levels of vision reduction. However, 20 per cent will progress to wet ARMD where fluid, blood also leak into the fatty plaques causing more severe vision loss often within weeks. Approximately 30 per cent of all adults aged 75 years or old-

er have some signs of dry AMD, with 8 per cent of these individuals experiencing significant vision loss during more advanced disease stages. With the population aging and living longer this disease has become prevalent; 1.4 million Canadians are living with some form of ARMD. Genetic predisposition, poor high fat diet, obesity, high cholesterol, smoking and many cardiovascular factors are all associated AMD. Family history increases the risk 3 times; smoking increases the risk 4 times and if an ARMD patient continues to smoke they will develop more severe vision loss.

The best management for dry ARMD generally involves early detection and monitoring by the eye doctor, as well as lifestyle changes. Regular dilated eye exams with retinal imaging by Dr. Darryl Workman are essential elements to detect and monitor the disease, along with recommendations to quit smoking

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Frank Schaper plays an auto-harp at his booth, during last year’s Winter Antique show, inside the Scugog Community Centre. The 2015 edition will take place on Saturday, Feb 7, and Sunday, Feb. 8 - from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. STANDARD FILE PHOTO SCUGOG: The ‘Port Perry Winter Antique & Nostalgia Show’ is returning for its eighteenth year next month, and promises to be a welcome break during the long winter season.

Antiques and nostalgic treasures will be featured with over 28 dealers from around the province taking part in the two-day event.

There promises to be something for everyone - jewelry, sterling silver, furniture, postcards and paper, books, toys, china, glass, records, militaria and much more.

Show convenor Marilyn Pearce is pleased to welcome back most of the vendors from last year with a couple of new additions. “It is always a gamble to host a winter antique show, but over the past 17 years we have had great attendance and the weather has co-operated. The show promises to be a mixture of antiques, nostalgic items and unique one of a kind pieces for all ages and collectors. It is a great way to kick-off the 2015 Antique Season here in Port Perry,” she said.

The show will run on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre, located at 1655 Reach St. Admission is $4, and is good for both days.

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SCUGOG: The Port Perry High School Music Department is proud to present the second iteration of their seasonal alumni concert, ‘With a Little Help From My Friends: 2’. Taking place at 7 p.m. on Jan. 31, this talented group of musicians and vocalists will take the stage at Port Perry United Church, at the corner of Queen St. and Simcoe St., in Port Perry.

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G-Moms host screening Photography teacher unveils new show SCUGOG: Later this month, the G-Mom’s of Port Perry will be hosting a special film screening, aimed at shining a light on the plight of Africans living with AIDS. At 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, Jan. 27, at the Scugog memorial Public Library, the G-Mom’s will hold a screening of “African Grandmother’s Tribunal: Seeking justice at the frontlines of the AIDS crisis.”

This poignant documentary follows three grandmothers from Uganda and Swaziland as they prepare to testify at the groundbreaking international African Grandmothers Tribunal held in Vancouver Canada in September 2013.

The film showcases the urgent need to provide better protection for the human rights of African grandmothers, who have stepped in to care for orphaned grandchildren while tending to the sick, harvesting the crops and creating income-generating programmes.

African grandmothers are advocates and are emerging as experts and leaders, increasingly recognized by

governments and international NGO’s. Despite all of this , they still face a triple threat of discrimination based on sex, age and HIV status. Their ability to care for their grandchildren and for themselves is greatly compromised by high rates of violence, an epidemic of property grabbing, extreme poverty and woefully inadequate healthcare.

Port Perry has been very supportive of the efforts of the G-Moms and the Stephen Lewis Foundation recognizes that fact and as a result has chosen to work closely with us on this event.

There will be speakers from the Stephen Lewis Foundation as well as a brief panel presentation with questions and discussion before we enjoy our African cake and refreshments.

Do not miss this privileged opportunity to see this international documentary! You will then fully comprehend why we work so hard to support our sisters in Africa.

There is no charge to attend this event, but donations to help fund future G-Moms projects will be gratefully received.

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SCUGOG: Stretch your artistic perspective and explore the beauty of nature in John Davidson’s new exhibit - ‘Photographs’. The show will run until February 5, in the Kent Farndale Gallery, inside the Scugog Memorial Public Library at 231 Water St. in Port Perry.

John Davidson has a love for traditional film and printing techniques, which he often finds himself re-

SCUGOG: Jester’s Court will continue its tradition of live, local jazz concerts this month - with two exciting offerings coming soon.

On Sunday, Jan. 16, local dynamo Whitney RossBarris will take the stage - to perform some recently re-discovered jazz material, originally written by her grandfather. Mark Kiesswetter will accompany Ms. Ross-Barris on piano, and Ross McIntyre will play the bass track.

On Sunday, Jan. 25, patrons can get an ear-full of unique and worldy compositions, from the globe-trotting Atilla Fias Trio. Featuring Hungarian, Cuban, Indian and Brazilian blends - the warm and enchanting music is sure to inspire.

The Atilla Fias Trio is completed by Richard Briscoe on drums, and Pat Kilbride on bass.

Both shows will begin at 7 p.m., on the top floor of Jester’s Court - located near the corner of Queen St. and Simcoe St. in Port Perry. Tickets are $15 per person at the door.

For tickets or further information, readers are asked to contact Lynn McDonald by e-mail at lynn@lynnmcdonaldjazz.com, or by phone at 289-354-1140.

“GLORIA”

905-985-9547

1360 Reach Street, Port Perry www.petfinder.com/ shelters/uxbridge scugog.html pound@bellnet.ca

2 yr old male foxhound, found in Durham Forest, happy dog!

1 yr old spayed female russian blue type cat, quiet as a mouse

For all your petʼs needs

“ALEX”

“JULIAN”

Alex is a 2 yr old neutered male cat, calm and cuddly 2 yr old neutered male, would make a great family pet

Check Us Out For Adoptable Kitties!

Monday - Saturday 7am - 10pm Sunday 8am - 8pm

“DYLAN”

“MARTY”

Proudly Supporting

1 yr old neutered male shepherd mix, very shy, all training required

3yr old neutered male, very chatty & friendly

ALL-STARS REALTY INC. BROKERAGE

905-985-3223 905-985-0554

Uxbridge 296 Toronto St. S. Port Perry 14500 Simcoe St.

As well as exhibiting and selling his own images, Davidson enjoys sharing his knowledge of and enthusiasm for photography with others through teaching to full-time students at Durham College as well as smaller workshops.

The Kent Farndale Gallery is open seven days per week, during regular library hours. Please call 905-9857686 for more information.

Jazz up your weekends

“ROBBIE”

UXBRIDGE SCUGOG ANIMAL CONTROL CENTRE i’m lovin’ it®

visiting for part of his work. He also uses new technology or a blend of both to provide him with fantastic tools to create as never before.

“My interests in photography are artistic and contractual. I love all of it. When I can, I shoot people and the landscape, sometimes simultaneously. Much of my inspiration comes from the outdoors and travel,” said Mr. Davidson.

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