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Fonthill firefighter remembered BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff Before starting the business of the Town of Pelham, councillors took a moment to remember firefighter Bryan Page at Monday night’s council meeting. “It was with deep regret and heartfelt sadness, that we learned of Bryan Page’s passing,” said Mayor Dave Augustyn. Page, who was 30 years old when he passed away on April 3, served as a volunteer firefighter out of Fonthill Station #1 since 2005. Augustyn described him as a “dedicated, passionate professiona” and went on to describe how Page had worked to upgrade his skills and
knowledge, was taking part in the officer preparation course and had been the first in Pelham to complete survival training. Page was also a paramedic in Nova Scotia and a recent graduate of the Ontario College of Health and Technology. Page was honoured by hundreds of firefighters, from Niagara and beyond, who attended his funeral service and by local firefighters who provided an escort and honour guard. In honour of Page’s service to the community the Town made a donation to the trust fund set up for his daughter, Lindsay and flew all town flags at half mast. On Monday, those in attendance at council honoured Page with a moment of silence in his memory.
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SARAH Dale, 3, of Lowbanks was one of many children, and adults, who visited the Greater Niagara Model Railroad Engineers (GNMRE) Open House on Sunday, April 14. The club house, where members operate a large HO scale model railroad, will be open again on Sunday, April 21 from noon to 12:30 and again on Saturday, June 1 for Fenwick’s 160th Anniversary Party. The railroad is located at 1141 Maple Street. The open houses are free, however donations are gratefully accepted. James Whitaker/Voice Photo
50th Reunion committee seeks support from town BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff Pelham’s high school has been teaching students the three Rs, and them some, for 50 years. This spring a volunteer committee of alumni and staff are planning a three-day reunion to mark the 50th anniversary of the school.
E.L. Crossley opened as a vocational and technology school in September of 1963. Over the decades it changed focus to evolve as a fully composite secondary school with the closure of Thorold-Fonthill High School in 1970 and Pelham High School in 1974. It later explored several specialties as a school for the arts and as an International Baccalaureate centre. E.L. Crossley students have
always excelled in academics, the arts and athletics. In presenting this brief history of the school to Pelham Town Council on April 2, Regional Councillor Brian Baty, and retired principal of E.L. Crossley, informed councillors of events planned for the Reunion weekend, taking place May 17 to 19, and asked for council support. The reunion will include a pub night with finger foods available
on Friday night with five areas, each dedicated to a different decade, to explore; Saturday will include sports activities and a street dance in front of the school; Sunday is planned for family activiites as well as a giant jam session with all current and former students. The events on Friday and Saturday are licenced, said Baty, so the committee is requesting council to pass a resolution
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to support the event as an event of “significant municipal importance” to allow the Clerk to provide a letter in support of our LLBO application for a licence. A closing ceremony is planned for Sunday to dedicate a plaque on a stone monument to celebrate “50 years of excellence”, said Baty. In support of the event, Baty See REUNION/page 11
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Notre Dame student excel at mathematics contest BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff Students across Canada recently wrote the Waterloo University Mathematics Contests with five Notre Dame students turning in impressive results. Mackenzie Bell, Grade 9, and Joe Bellantino, Grade 10, were the top
medal winners for Noatre Dame. Marc Mailhot, Grade 11, was the top medal winner for the school and placed fifth overall for the zone (out of 167 students). Mailhot, with Natasha Nagy and Mike Ross, scored the highest team score for the zone. Bell says both of his parents attended Waterloo for math, so the subject has always come pretty easy
for him. Bell, and his fellow contest winners, say they enjoy the logical, simple right or wrong aspect of math. “It’s hard facts. The numbers cooperate,” says Natasha Nagy, noting it has always been her favourite subject. “I used to love playing with money,” she says, noting numbers
have always been her favourite subject. “It’s not based on other people’s opinions,” says Michael Ross. “You know you’re right.” Mailhot says he agrees with his colleagues, noting math simply “makes sense.” “Math is structural,” adds Joe Bellantino. The Grade 10 student has some
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Nagy says she’s acutally a little disappointed in the results of the contest, noting if she had just five minutes more she would have completed the final question and had a better result. Waterloo’s math contests are structured for each Grade level between 7 and 12. Early questions require only concepts found in the curriculum common to all provinces. The last few questions are designed to test ingenuity and insight. Rather than testing content, most of the contest problems test logical thinking and mathematical problem solving. Nagy says that’s one of the things she likes about math, explaining different students approach problems in different ways but can always reach the same answer. “It’s lets you be yourself,” she says. The Grade 11 students are now preparing for the long question test, although Ross says he’s not prepared at all.
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For almost 200 years a triangular field stone has stood in the bush off Centre Street, to mark an important point in history. In all that time it has remained untouched, until this week, when it disappeared. Sidney Beamer explained the stone has been on her family’s property a long time. It was there two weeks ago but when her husband Stuart, went out to take a photo of it, it was gone. “There is no way anyone would have known what it was or where it was,” said Sidney. “The fact it has been removed is bizarre.” The original land, two hundred acres, was granted to Peter Hendershot in 1797. He sold the land in 1829 to Oliver Hodgkins, who then sold it to Aaron Winchester. In 1847 100 acres were purchased by Benjamin Beamer and have been in the Beamer family ever since. In every deed for the sale of the land from Hendershot’s sale to Hodgkins in 1829 mention is made of a burial ground “that is not to be cultivated but remain the peaceful abode of the dead.” That request has been honoured since 1821, the
date scratched into the fieldstone. Other than the history of the stone being mentioned in the deeds of the property, Sidney says her family has no idea who the stone memorializes. The stone, Sidney explained, is a triangular fieldstone about 12 inches on each side, that has left a foot-wide depression in the soil. “It would not have been easy for someone to have removed it,” she said, noting it was about 300 or 400 feet away from the houses on the property in the bush. “It was a heavy stone to pick up, they would have had to have a vehicle,” she said. While the bush is part of the Beamer’s private property, Sidney said it used often by snowmobilers, horseback riders, dog-walkers, and bike riders The stone is important to someone, says Sidney, and has been a part of her family’s land for 166 years so her family would really like to see it returned. “We just want the stone back,” she says.
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CAST members of On Fire, created by Crossley drama students to teach fire safety to elementary school children, were on hand to mark the donation of $1,500 to cover transportation costs so all public school children in Pelham can see the play. Taking part in the cheque presentation were: Catherine King (back, left), a member of Pelham Community Policing, Crossley Principal Ed Goertzen, Legion Public Relations officer Bernie Law, Legion President Howard Margeson, Pelham Fire Prevention Officer Saskia Holditch, Pelham Fire Chief Bob Lymburner, and drama members, Jen Benson, drama teacher, Brooke Bishop, Curtis Wikston, Kennedy Cameron, Madeline Wallace and Holly Kews. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo
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Go to bingo, and other community events I’ve just come from taking my fourth picture of members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 613 making presentations to various members of our community. I won’t bore you with the details here – you can read all about it in the pages of The Voice. But I bring it up to point out something that is often overlooked, or possibly taken for granted. The funds the Legion gave out this week were generated from programs and events they hold. Friday lunches, Saturday afternoon bingo, Nevada ticket sales, etc. Bernie Law, public relations officer for the Legion, said he appreciates the folks who go to
the Legion for lunch or attend other events because it allows the Legion to support other,, important, community initiatives. He also pointed out you don’t have to be a member to go the Legion. You don’t have to drink beer, a common misconception, because there’s always a pot of coffee on and other drinks in the cooler and the hall is accessible. The Legion’s not the only one, of course. The Fenwick Lions have their fish fry, and by the length of the line on Good Friday they don’t need any help! And of course they’re big fundraiser is Biketoberfest in the fall. The Fonthill Lions have the annual Agriculture Night dinner recently held and the super draw,
among other small events. The Fonthill and District Kinsmen have the Home Show, coming up in a week, and the craft show in the fall. At many of these events I’m there working, and tend to dash out as soon as the photo opp is over. But when I have the time and the family is in the mood, we often partake of some of these events as guests. And we always have a good time and see so many other members of the community. Too many good, homemade lunches at the Legion and tasty fish fries aren’t good for my waistline but they sure are yummy! What I don’t often think about, even though I know all about it, is
that these events are held to help these organizations raise funds, which they then give back into our community. So, the next time you pick up a large print book from the library, have comfort in knowing a loved one is getting the best medical care possible, see a Guide Dog helping someone live with dignity and freedom, or just notice the name on the back of your kids’ sports jersey, think about what went in to providing those services. The next time you see an event listed in our community calendar, make an effort to attend and ensure the men and women who work hard to provide for this community can continue to
do just that. And don’t forget to give them a quick “thanks” while you’re there. BINGO!
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Is moving the market the best solution?
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My wife is the owner of Natures Corner Bakery and Cafe and a vendor in the Pelham Farmers Market. Last Wednesday, we attended a meeting at town hall to discuss a “potential opportunity” to increase both parking and business downtown on Thursday nights. This could presumably be done by moving the market to a new downtown location. The meeting was attended by other market vendors, representatives of the town and downtown business people. We were going to approach this using the towns new problem solving process. It quickly became clear that the town and some downtown businesses had already been working on this for some time and already had a location in mind. South Pelham Street would be closed from Hwy 20 to the arches and the Market would be moved to the street. We were told businesses and residents within this area had already been approached and the vast majority were receptive to the idea. More people would come downtown
and there would be more parking available in the current market location. It would be a win for everyone. It was obvious that many of the market vendors including ourselves were hearing this idea for the first time and could not readily see all the promised benefits. The most striking thing to me was that although businesses and residents in the proposed area had been approached beforehand, market vendors and other businesses that would obviously be affected by the road closure had not. To me, this means that either no one cared to know our opinions or that they did not think we would support their agenda. What was meant to be presented as a “win win” for everyone has some obvious flaws. The market already has an excellent relationship with the bandshell concerts that bring so many visitors to our town on Thursday nights. Concert goers can easily walk over to the market to purchase food and refreshment from any of
the several food vendors as well as a wide variety of produce from local farmers. Market goers have an easy walk through Peace Park to watch the show and socialize with the many other residents that go there. A move to downtown would certainly make it more inconvenient to run to the market for food before the concert or during intermission. Market vendors would be put alongside downtown restaurants and retail outlets while the door would be opened for outside food trucks to service concert goers. We were told outside food vendors have already been making inquiries. The current market location offers greater accessibility for people who purchase large amounts of produce and would have difficulty carrying items to their vehicles. It also offers greater convenience to vendors who are bringing new product while the market is on. The lack of available parking around the downtown area could create all new parking problems that the few parking spots opened up by moving the
market surely would not solve. Seniors from the buildings at the lower end of Town Square would also have greater difficulty walking to the market. While some downtown business would obviously benefit from the move, others in the area would be adversely affected by the road closure that would decrease or eliminate access to their business and reroute people completely away from the area. The closure would need to happen well before the start of the market to ensure the area was clear and there was time for adequate set up. Both during and after the meeting we have discovered that support for this idea by businesses is not as strong as we were led to believe. I can’t help but wonder if we are trying to solve a problem that doesn’t really exist. It was pointed out that this is a good problem to have. We have a lot of people who want to come here Thursday nights because we are doing something right. Business owners who have their parking lots jammed with concert goers certainly have
every right to be frustrated, but does that mean the solution is to turn this into another way to get them into our stores? People are coming with their lawn chairs, family and friends to have fun and be entertained. Retail shopping is not their first priority. Market vendors are local business people and supporting the market is supporting local business. No decisions have been made and all agree solutions need to be of mutual benefit to everyone. There are more meetings planned. I readily welcome the idea of helping downtown businesses and am confident there are numerous options that can be explored. So far the biggest stakeholders are the ones who have been represented the least, those being the people who live here. Those who come to the market, go to the concerts, and visit downtown. If you have an opinion let it be known. Write to the paper, call the town, talk to others. Stacey Duncan Fonthill
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What’s in a name? More than tongue-in-cheek fun BY DAVE AUGUSTYN Mayor of Pelham Well, I know it was all in good fun but I cannot help but feel a little hurt by a column last Tuesday (April 9) in the “Regional” section of the SunMedia’s Niagara newspapers. You see, it was a column by Doug Herod that coincided with another story about how many of Niagara’s cities and towns are branding or rebranding themselves. Entitled “Fun with municipal
monikers,” Herod offered a tongue-and-cheek review of each municipality. “Take, for instance, Pelham,” he wrote. “The possibilities were endless: Leaf Blower Capital of Canada; A Town of Two-Car Garages; Underground Lawn Sprinklers R Us.”“ One, though, encapsulates all these elements. Pelham: A Great Place to Sleep,” he wrote. Then, Herod proceeded to skewer each of the unique communities of Niagara – from the Garden City, to the Rose City, to the Honeymoon Capital.
So, how do I react? First, Herod missed a huge opportunity. He could have mentioned that we hired “Chimps” to oversee our rebranding. (In truth, we recently hired a wellrespected Niagara firm called Chimpanzee to work together with the community to develop a Pelham brand.) Second, Herod had to invent a brand for Pelham. So, what was forgotten or missed? He wrote nary a word about Pelham’s breathtaking vistas, babbling brooks, plentiful orchards or refreshingly rural
character. He neglected our historic villages / hamlets and our distinctive, small-town feel. He offered no word about our diverse and creative businesses and nothing about the hundreds and hundreds of amazing and dedicated volunteers. What about the Comfort Maple or the Bandshell or the Farmer’s Market? What about our parades or Summerfest, Biketoberfest, and other historic celebrations (like the June 1st commemoration of Fenwick’s 160th)? What about the Fenwick Flagpole or the Fonthill Arches?
Update on East Fonthill development BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff David Allen, representing the Allen Group, made a presentation to council Monday night providing an update on what is happening with the group’s property, located on Regional Road 20 near Rice Road. It was announced last week that the Allen Group has plans for major developments on their land, including a seniors’ complex and health and wellness centre. “It has been approximately eight years since we purchased the lands that will become the site of an exciting project that over the coming years will develop into an innovative mixture of private and public uses,” said Allen. Baybridge Seniors Housing has expressed a “strong interest” in locating a major facility in the area, said Allen, explaining Baybridge is a wholly owned unit of The Ontario Teacher’s Pension Plan and as such bring to the table enormous credibility in terms of operations, financial strength and expertise in designing state of the art seniors
and retirement facilities. Baybridge is currently planning a three to four storey building of approximately 120 units which will also include a memory unit and approximately 12 townhouses, for more independent living, that will have access to the facilities and programs of the main building. Referring to the Town’s decision to move forward with a business plan for a recreation or community complex on town-owned land, east of the Allen Group property, Allen said the concept “of a tight integration of any future municipal community centre with their seniors building is very exciting both to Baybridge and hopefully to the town.” A second major component is the participation of the Little Lake Medical group, said Allen. Little Lake is currently proposing a mixed use medical building of approximately 40,000 square feet. Doctors Dave Boushy and Rob Hekkenberg, both practising physicians, are currently working in the Pelham area to bring together the many users and government bodies that are involved in a proj-
ect such as this, Allen explained. “This will be an integrated health care building featuring a wide range of physician services and programs.” Allen noted that now the town has made the decision to proceed with a master site plan for both pieces of property, as approved at the last meeting of council, he anticipates many of the details for both developments will come “into much sharper focus”. Allen also pointed out his group has had numerous expressions of interest from both major and minor retailers in the East Fonthill Secondary Plan development. Councillor John Durley thanked Allen for the update, noting it is truly the light at the end of the tunnel after a decade of planning for the area. Noting there is some confusion in the public, due to “a couple of articles” in newspapers, Durley said there is a misconception shovels will be in the ground tomorrow, and asked for an update of the next steps. “The next step, is to identify what the next steps are,” said Allen, noting they are at the begin-
ning of this process. “It is a mammoth task,” Allen said of the work to be done, finalizing agreements, completing studies; working out final design drawings, and getting everything ready for construction. As The Voice reported on April 10, shovels won’t be in the ground before 2014.
What about Old Town Hall or Veteran’s Park? Each of these distinct elements were missed. Through the years, Pelham has been known as “The Heart of Niagara”, “Five Villages, One Community”, and “The Most Vibrant, Creative, and Caring Community in Niagara.” I think that the last time the Town involved the public in a type of branding was in the late 1970s / early 1980s while developing the Town’s Official Coat of Arms. (Please note that our coat of arms and our motto “Floreat Pelham” (or “May Pelham Flourish”) will
not change.) That’s why it’s important for you and your neighbours and friends to work together with the Town over the next couple of months to develop and refine the right brand for Pelham. The first step is to take the online survey at http://yourpelham.ca/. Then, at least next time, Herod can lambast Pelham’s correct moniker. You may contact Mayor Dave at mayordave@pelham.ca or read past columns at www. pelhammayordave.blogspot.com.
DEPUTY LIBRARY CEO/OPERATIONS MANAGER The Pelham Public Library is now accepting resumes from applicants with a Masters degree in Library Science or other related program with a minimum of 3 years experience in a public library and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience. The annual salary range is $64,313 – $75,661 based on a 35 hrs./week. Visit pelham.ca for more information and to apply by 12:00 noon on Friday, May 24, 2013.
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More 160th details THE ROTARY Club of Fonthill recently recognized outstanding members with Rotary’s highest honour, the Paul Harris Award. Receiving the award at a special event held at Hernder Estates were Dr. Richard Taylor (left), Dorothy Bielby, Tove Bowman and David Swan. /Special to the Voice
Picture Primer Photo tips We communicate every day with pictures. Pictures help us share our experiences with others, help us tell stories and allow us to remember where we were at a specific point in our lives. A picture is not just a moment captured in time, it is a glimpse into the past. It gives us a way to travel back in time and remember those who we loved the most, and who they were when the picture was taken. We are fortunate to live in a world where we are surrounded by pictures every day. Digital cameras are almost always by our side and we are able to easily document our memories. Cameras have evolved from a piece of equipment that required an incredible amount of training to use into the amazing tools that they are today that allows us to simply point-and-shoot and get great pictures. Like any tool though, the camera only does what you tell it to do. I want you to love taking pictures, I want you to take great pictures and I want you to be able to enjoy the process of taking pictures. Every week for the next little while, I will be sharing my “Picture Primer Photo Tips” with you here in The Voice of Pelham. They’re quick tips to help you improve your day-to-day photography. To get you started, here are five tips to help you take better pictures today: 1. Don’t forget your camera -- it sounds simple, but a lot of times, we leave the house to go to an event or a family outing and we forget our point-and-shoot cameras. 2. Shoot in the Shade -- Shooting directly in the sun is very unflattering. Furthermore, you will catch people squinting, and photos overall will be less consistent. 3. Take multiple photos of a group -- With group photos, there are so many factors, such as catching someone with their eyes closed or not looking at the camera. Always shoot twice! 4. Get in the picture yourself -- Many times the photographer is so busy shooting the action and fun that they forget to get in a picture themselves. Always try to hand your camera to someone else at some point and get in the picture! 5. Take control, be adventurous and have fun! -- Don’t be afraid to try something new! Enjoy, and until next time...happy snapping! If you’d like to check out more of my video tips online, visit www.bcapphoto.com and click on the “Photo Tips” button.
With less than eight weeks to go until Fenwick’s 160th Anniversary bash, the committee is reminding everyone to get ready. The Decorating Committee is still taking orders for the custom made decorations. Fan swags cost $25 each and bows will sell for $10 each. Prices include HST. Call Rosemary Chambers at 905892-2549 or Sally Jaeger at 905892-2607 ext. 347 or email her at sjaeger@pelham.ca. A “museum” of heritage items
will be set up. Anyone who has old photos and artifacts the committee could borrow to put on display can call Rosemary or Gary Chambers at 905-892-2549. As plans come together the committee is also working hard on fundraising and seeking out sponsors for various aspects of the celebration. To make a donation or sponsor part of the event, contact Vickie VanRavensaay at 905-892-2607 ext. 312.
A GROCERY TRIP CHALLENGE Advanced Health co-owners Joanna Nicoletta (left) and Anne-Marie Valerio met up with Fonthill Sobeys owner Ron Kore to prepare for their 8 Week Challenge on Saturday April 13th. Kore has the whole store labeled with all the products on The Challenge with no sugar, no preservatives and only whole grains. Last chance to sign up before it begins is Wednesday April 17 to begin Challenge on April 22. Go to www.8weekchallange.com. /Special to the Voice
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Public to help create brand The Town of Pelham is inviting residents and businesses to participate in helping shape the future face of Pelham. As the most vibrant, creative and caring community in Niagara, the Town of Pelham is embarking on a branding initiative to match its innovative mission statement. Starting on April 15, 2013, the public is encouraged to visit yourpelham.ca to complete an online survey and provide feedback.
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“This is our town and we want everyone involved in deciding its future brand,” said Mayor Dave Augustyn. “I urge all of our residents, visitors, community groups, and businesses to take a moment to express their views about what makes Pelham unique.” The survey closes on April 28, 2013, sobe sure to share your opinions and comments. Don’t forget to also sign up for our upcoming branding focus group.
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Legion Library partnership works well BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff A group that has the knowledge and another with the space makes for a perfect partnership that benefits the community. It’s why the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 613 in Fonthill, has partnered with the Pelham Public Library recently to provide programs for seniors and other members of the community. Rick Hatt, Service Officer of the branch, said it’s nice to “piggy back” on programs that already exist and provide a benefit to seniors and youth. The partnership between the Legion and the Library started last year when the Library held an Information Fair at the Legion in the fall. This year the two organizations have expanded the partnership by planning two joint efforts for a special Seniors’ Social June 4 and another Information Fair in the fall.
BRANCH 613 PRESIDENT Howard Margeson and Rick Hatt, present a $1,000 donation to Stephanie Stowe, CAO of the Pelham Public Library, Maxxine Gaylor, library board president, and Melanie Ridgway Taylor, volunteer services coordinator. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo “Both groups are very pleased with the increased exposure and community involvement this arrangement offers,” said Stephanie Stowe, Director of the Pelham Public Ibrary. The Spring Social, on June 4, 2013 the Legion, will include lunch & entertainment. The October 22 health show will include about three dozen vendors dealing with a variety of issues of importance to seniors such as travel, wealth
management, recreation, diabetes, hearing & many other health agencies. “The Veterans have the value, purpose and programs and they have the smarts and the contacts,” said Hatt of the partnership with the library, noting putting the two together allows the library’s programs to reach a broader audience because the Legion’s hall is larger. As part of that partnership the
Legion made a $1,000 donation to the library that will help the library purchase five E-Books and five large print books. “The Library is very grateful to the Legion for the $1,000 donation we received,” said Stowe, explaining it will be used to support the mutual goals of adding resources for seniors and those with visual impairment in the community.
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asked council to provide the letter of support calling the reunion a significant municipal event; asked for direction from council to staff to put up a large banner over Pelham Street in Fonthill; and asked for a sponsorship from the town as the event has significant economic potential for the community and/or inkind contributions to support the event such as using the E. L. Crosssley colour scheme in the municipal plantings this year. Baty noted there are more than 330 people registered so far, but the committee is expecting about 3,500 over the weekend. Two key sponsors have already stepped up, he added, David
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Crossley has achieved OFSAA gold medals in basketball, tennis, cross country and track; 10 national rowing championships, zone and SOSSA championships too numerous to count; coaches who have been respected and admired throughout the decades; and wonderful athletes who have participated at the highest levels of sport. Lorne built the foundation of athletic excellence that is integral to Crossley’s mural, coming to the school in its opening year as its first Head of Physical Education. While he was intensely competitive, his love of teaching went hand-in-hand with coaching. Nothing made him happier than pushing the record player into the
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Fonthill Singer’s Corners Women’s Institute news update The bells are ready to be rung; the whistles are ready to be blown; and the bigs are dusting off their wigs in readiness for the 100th Anniversary of the Fonthill-Singer’s Corners Women’s Institute . It was announced at their April meeting, held at the home of Diana Knight in Fonthill, that tickets are sold out. There will be none available at the door, as previously mistakenly reported.
Members met on Friday, April 12 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Alice Gram to finalize plans. Pam Bronn, District Director, gave the following Niagara District report: The District annual meeting will be held May 22nd, 2013 at Christ Church Anglican in Wainfleet. Registration is at 9:30 a.m. Tickets are $15, which includes the report booklet. A “welcome back” program will be part of the District meeting
on September 23rd at the Bertie and Clinton office at Turner’s Corners. Board meeting will start at 10 a.m. Bring a bag lunch for noon, after which there will be a speaker, possibly a noted local author. Later in the year a Christmas dinner is planned on December 2 at Cook’s Mills United Church, if possible. The Grand Re-opening of the Erland Lee (Museum) Home will be held on Sunday, April 21st from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Home on
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to preparing for the show and to invite everyone out to see the exhibition this year,” says Mike Belcastro, President at Seaway Mall. Bring out kids of all ages for an up close look at the world of insects. There is lots to see and learn about. “The Search is On” at Seaway Mall and the Bug Show will provide lots to find for explorers. Come and discover the fascinating world of insects, bugs, butterflies and much more. Witness many different types of creatures and
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Community Events ONGOING • Mondays at 7 p.m. Sing Niagara Women’s A Cappella Chorus at Paroisse Immaculee Conception Church, 99 Garner St, St. Catharines. Call 905-892-1640 or visit www.singniagara.com. • Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Bingo Night at St. Ann’s Church, 834 Canboro Rd, Fenwick Wheelchair accessible. • Wednesdays - 1st & 3rd of the each month, at 2 p.m. Pelham Community Church Worship Service, 461 Canboro Rd, Fenwick. • Wednesday - last Wednesday each month. Euchre Night at North Pelham Youth Hall, 1718 Maple St. $3 admission. Call Rose for info: 905-8923408. • Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free Art2 Workshops, Teens and Adults welcome to drop in. The Happy Place Studio, 1433 Pelham St. Fonthill. • Fridays 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Legion Lunch • Fridays 1:00-3:00 p.m.. Knit Wits - Knitting Club. Work on your present project while spending time with other knitters. All levels are welcome. Crocheters welcome. Knitting tips will be shared at each session. Begins Jan. 4. $2.00 includes refreshments. Drop in at the Fonthill Library. • Fridays at 7:30 p.m. Euchre at North Pelham Youth Hall, 1718 Maple St. $3 admission. Call Rose for info: 905-892-3408. • Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 Knit Wits at Fonthill Library for knitters and crocheters. Drop in. $4 includes refreshments, • Saturdays, 2-4:30 p.m. Bingo at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 613 Fonthill, 141 Regional Road 20. • Meals on Wheels. Available for Seniors and Adults with Disabilites in Pelham. Hot or Frozen Meal options, delivered Monday to Friday. Volunteers also needed. Contact Melissa 905-788-3181 ext. 25. • Newcomers Club of St. Catharines & District welcomes women new to the region to participate in
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VANSCHYNDEL - Mrs. Marian Petronella Van Schyndel of Fonthill, passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 9th, 2013 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of John (Jopie) for 59 wonderful years. Loving mother of John (Sharon) of Ottawa; Paul (Ingrid) of Bracebridge; Ina (Terry) Bynkoski of Fonthill; Martin (Sandra) of Ottawa; Peggy (Roger) Barnsley of Fonthill; and Andy (Hilda) of Welland. Cherished Oma to 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Mamma Marian to many children she cared for throughout the years. A private ceremony to celebrate her life will take place with her family and close friends. A special thanks goes to all the nurses and staff of the St. Catharines and Welland hospital sites of the Niagara Health Systems, for caring for her over the last 6 weeks. In honour of her memory, donations can be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME in care of arrangements. Online condolences may be placed at www.pedlarfuneralhome.ca
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FROM APRIL 18-22xxx GET DISCOUNTS UP TO
NO-CHARGE CHROME PACKAGE
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SLT†† DENALI††
SLT CREW CAB WITH CHROME ACCESSORIES††
TO GUARANTEE OUR QUALITY, WE BACK IT
WARRANTY 160,000-KM/5-YEAR POWERTRAIN Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.
HURRY, THESE OFFERS ABSOLUTELY END APRIL 22.
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VEHICLE PRICING IS NOW EASIER TO UNDERSTAND BECAUSE ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE FREIGHT, PDI AND MANDATORY GOVERNMENT LEVIES. Prices do not include applicable taxes and PPSA. Consumers may be required to pay up to $799 for dealer fees.*** For the latest information, visit us at gmc.gm.ca, drop by your local Buick GMC Dealer or call us at 1-800-GM-DRIVE. *Offer applies to the cash purchase of 2013 GMC (Terrain SLE FWD G-BBP0/Acadia SLE FWD G-BBP2). xx$10,000/$750/$750 is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab/2013 GMC Terrain/2013 GMC Acadia and is reflected
in offers in this advertisement. Such credit is available only for cash purchase and by selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing such credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Other cash credits available on most models. See dealer for details. */xxFreight & PDI ($1,550/$1,600/$1,550), registration, air and tire levies and OMVIC fees included. Insurance, licence, PPSA, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Offers apply as indicated to 2013 new or demonstrator models of the vehicle equipped as described. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Ontario Buick GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only (including Outaouais). Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order or trade may be required. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ***Factory order or dealer trade may be required. ††2013 GMC Terrain Denali FWD, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies $41,629. 2013 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab SLT 4WD with PDJ, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies $45,914. 2013 GMC Acadia SLT FWD, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies $45,444. Dealers are free to set individual prices. ∞Valid at participating GM dealerships in Canada only. Offer of one $500 value (including applicable taxes) Petro-CanadaTM gas card available to retail customers on the purchase, lease or finance of a new 2013 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac car, crossover or utility vehicle delivered between March 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013 and payment of an additional $0.01. Offer excludes Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. See your participating GM dealer for details. Cards valid as of 72 hours after delivery. GMCL is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged cards. Gas card is issued by Suncor Energy Products Partnership and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Suncor Energy Products Partnership Gift Card Agreement. Cards valid only at participating Petro-Canada retail locations (and other approved locations) and not redeemable for cash. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this Offer for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business. ™ Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. used under licence. ¥Chrome Accessories Package offer available on light duty 2013 GMC Sierra Ext. & Crew Cab truck equipped with the PDJ chrome accessories package ("PDJ Package"). Dealer order or trade may be required. Offer available to retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between March 1, 2013 and April 30, 2013. The offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitation apply. See dealer or chevrolet.ca for details. ¥¥Kodiak package (PDT) includes R7M credit valued at $1,200 MSRP. xxxOffer available to retail customers in Canada only between April 18th, 2013 and April 22nd, 2013. Applies to new 2013 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles delivered between April 18, 2013 and April 22, 2013, excluding Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana. Price includes freight and PDI but excludes license, insurance, registration, fees associated with filing at movable property registry/PPSA fees, duties, marketing fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details.