The Voice of Pelham, April 9, 2014

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Pelham donates two acres to cancer care BY WAYNE CAMPBELL

for the VOICE Choked with tears at the end of her presentation, Wellspring Niagara executive director Ann MantiniCelima thanked the town council at its Monday meeting.

The cancer service accepted a two-acre gift from the town on which it will build a regional cancer support centre.

The lands face Rice Road near Regional Road 20. The new centre will replace two branches in Thorold and Stevensville.

Wellspring Niagara officials and town councillors signed a memorandum of understanding during Monday’s council meeting.

It will lease the land for a dollar a year renewing it

Surrounded by members of town council and Wellspring Niagara supporters, Wellspring executive director Ann Mantini-Celima, chair deputy police chief Joe Mathews and Mayor Dave Augustyn sign a memorandum of understanding for two acres of town-owned land. The cancer support service will build a regional centre on Rice Road. Wayne Campbell/Voice Photo every 20 years as long as it operates its centre there.

The land reverts to the town if the lease ends.

The demand for its programs is growing, MantiniCelima told council.

“East Fonthill is exactly the gateway location we

were looking for to consolidate our two current locations into one purpose built facility to serve our members from all across the region.”

Wellspring opened its doors in 2001 “fulfilling the dream of Aldo Man-

tini, a Niagara resident who lost his life to cancer at age 31,” said his sister.

“Aldo inspired many in his community to work together to bring this type of supportive care to Niagara.”

Wellspring serves more

in Fenwick.

Ward 3 Coun. Peter Papp made the motion to ensure the town continues to provide a physical library facility in Fenwick.

The motion recognizes

the connection the library branch has to the village. It doesn’t, however, guarantee it is the current Maple Acre building.

Ward 2 Coun. Gary Accursi opposed the motion

in a recorded vote.

He said the pledge would “castrate” a committee working on a plan for sustainable library services in the town.

While Accursi apolo-

than 500 people in Niagara Region and is one of seven Wellspring services across Canada.

It will soon campaign to raise funds to construct the new centre, which will provide a home-like setting.

“A place of hope and healing for all people living with cancer and their caregivers,” said Mantini.

Wellspring Niagara offers free social, emotional, psychological and informational support to people coping with cancer.

In 2013, more than 6,800 times people registered to attend 30 programs Wellspring Niagara provides.

It receives no government funding and relies entirely on donations from the community it serves.

To learn more visit www. wellspringniagara.ca.

Council supports library presence in Fenwick BY WAYNE CAMPBELL

for the VOICE Pelham town council voted 6-1 to retain “a” Maple Acre library branch

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Maple Acre cont’d will continue on Wednesday.

As council’s representative on the Pelham Library Board, Accursi said council would have to be prepared to provide funding to operate a Fenwick branch.

The town’s facilities director is assessing what it would cost to make the Maple Acre building fully accessible and brought up to current library standards. Her report is still to come.

In answer to a question from Ward 1 Coun. Jim Lane about “putting the cart before the horse”, Papp said the motion did not prevent looking at other options in Fenwick.

Ward 1 Coun. Richard Rybiak called the motion was “the right thing to do” showing the town is willing to devote resources to Fenwick.

Ward 2 Coun. Catherine King said the motion will move the issue forward.

Ward 3 Coun. John Durley pointed out the library board, not council, decides how library services are set up. Council provides funding.

“The motion needs wordsmithing.”

Mayor Dave Augustyn said that council by saying there will be a physical library facility in Fenwick will change the conversation to “how might we make” library services in Fenwick better to create “a place people desperately want to use.”

In the recorded vote Accursi voted against the motion while Augustyn, Durley, King, Lane, Papp, and Rybiak supported it.

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John Durley seeks re-election in Ward 3

BY WAYNE CAMPBELL

for the VOICE John Durley, with 11 years on town council, will seek re-election in Ward 3 in the Oct. 27 municipal election.

The 36-year Pelham resident calls himself a “team player, willing and able to roll up my sleeves in order to tackle any and all challenges for the betterment of the residents of

our community.”

Durley is in his third term on council. First elected in 2003, he served two three-year terms and the current four-year term.

The councillor said he is very happy to see the East Fonthill development project start.

“We have a blank canvas upon which we can paint a masterpiece and this is what I would like to see happen.”

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“I am pleased to witness the benefits that will come to Pelham because a previous vision now comes to fruition. The location is at the gateway to town and we need to ensure that the gateway is a beautiful welcome.”

A community centre that would be a welcomed spot for all residents regardless of age or interest “is still a goal that I would like to score,” said the past president of Pelham Minor Hockey Association president.

A town council makes many choices.

“I firmly believe that decisions should not be made strictly because they are easy, decisions should not be made strictly because they are cheap, decisions should not be made strictly because they are popular,” Durley said “Decisions need to be made because they are the right decisions.”

Pelham can preserve a small-town feeling while it grows “by using deliberate, progressive and effec-

tive planning.”

Durley is a former volunteer firefighter in Welland and member of the Niagara District Firefigters Association. He is member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 613 and Wellandport Church of Christ.

The retired 40-year employee of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, was secretary treasurer of the district chapter of the Institute of Municipal Assessors and past president of Local 208 of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union.

He and his wife Diane have been married for 36 years and have two daughters and a son as well as seven grandchildren.

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for the VOICE It’s going to get dirty in Pelham.

Runners will be enter-

ing messy conditions in the first Pelham Mudfest Challenge on May 3, created by the Rotary Club of Fonthill. The 5-kilometre course at Bissell’s Hideaway Resort, off Metler Rd. in Ridgeville, will be

a major fundraiser for Pelham Cares.

“You’ve probably heard of people who do the ‘Tough Mudders’ and other tough races, but we want to emphasize that our event is about team-

work and the fun that we have built into this challenge,” notes Frank Adamson, event chairman.

Teamwork will be beneficial in gathering donations for the Home for Good Capital Campaign.

The non-profit social agency recently moved into a permanent home, and has been running a capital campaign to help bring down the mortgage costs and build long-term sustainability.

“It’s best to go into it as a team, because we encourage you to work together to get over the obstacles, and help pick each other up when you find yourselves sliding around in the mud.”

Adamson, who has participated in other similar events, said that those who come out will

definitely get wet and dirty. Natural and built elements will challenge competitors throughout the day and will help with a worthwhile cause.

The entrance fee for the Pelham Mudfest Challenge is $70 per person, if you are on a team of four or more, or $75 for single entry. Participants will receive a T-shirt, lunch, drinks, entertainment, and a chance at some fun prizes. Entrants are also being encouraged to raise pledges for Pelham Cares above the entry fee, and there will be prizes for the top fundraising individual and team.

For more information visit www.pelhammudfest.ca. Those interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Adamson at 905-892-0200.

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Nutritious food basket costs increase in Ontario

BY BRIAN BATY

Regional Counsellor The Public Health Departments across Ontario do an annual survey of food costs and determines the value of nutritious food items for a variety of family types and sizes.

Items do not include personal and household care items or cooking supplies like pots and pans.

This research has been undertaken since 1998. It is used to raise awareness about the cost of healthy eating and to assess the adequacy of social assistance and minimum

wages.

The cost of healthy eating has continued to rise significantly over the past years. The average weekly cost of healthy eating rose nearly two percent from 2012 to 2013 for a reference family of four, in both Niagara and Ontario.

In 2013, it cost $190.15 for a reference family of four to eat a variety of healthy foods, wheras in 2012 it cost $186.84 for the same foods in Niagara.

Niagara has seen a rise of approximately 12 percent or $22.41 since 2009, while Ontario’s cost has

increased 9.9 percent, or $18.53 since 2009. In 2013 the provincial average is $187.03 compared to Niagara’s cost of $190.15.

That fact argues against the assumption that Niagarans have a lower cost of living compared to the rest of the province.

As the cost of nutritious food continues to rise, it becomes in competition with the cost of daily living. Most notably, social assistance rates and minimum wages diminish the opportunity for healthy eating after other fixed costs.

In 2012, 9.9 percent of Niagara families were wor-

ried about the amount, type, variety and quality of food in their household.

Of these households, 25.2 percent reported they had no place to go for food such as a food bank.

The number of individuals in Niagara accessing food banks is also on the rise. In 2012, a total of 12,107 individuals were served at Niagara food banks, with 36 percent of these individuals being children. The number of people being served at Niagara food banks in Niagara has grown by 38 percent since 2008. The majority of those were on social assistance or the

Ontario Disability Support Program.

To share these findings with citizens the Niagara Region Public Health Department developed the Hungry for Health resource and website www. niagararegion.ca/living/ healthwellness/healthyeating/hungry/default. aspx.

This was developed in partnership with the Community Services Department. In addition, they developed an emergency food directory, Food for All. These resources were distributed through secondary schools and community agencies as well as

online.

Poverty may not be that visible in our community but the staff and volunteers at Pelham Cares recognize and respond to their needs. We wish them well as they started up this week in their new location. The public is asked to respond to their financial needs as they are actively fundraising to clear the capital costs of their new facility on Highway 20.

Brian Baty is a Niagara Regional Councillor for the Town of Pelham and the Co-Chair of the Public Health and Social Services Committee brian. baty@niagararegion.ca

Community leaders, business owners and residents gathered John Michael’s Banquet and Conference Centre to hear updates on Niagara – including a recent growth of newcomers to the region.

“In the last five years, 53,468 new residents

moved to Niagara,” Burroughs said.

The breakdown, provided by Statistics Canada, states that 36% of newcomers were between the ages of 25-44 while just 21% were between 45-64.

Burroughs said the increase is a positive for the business community. With

unemployment hovering around 9%, the increase of youth will help the job market.

“We’re moving in the right direction and we need your help,” Burroughs discussed projects such as the new bridge in downtown St. Catharines and updates

on the new Niagara Regional Police headquarters. He also spoke of the continued desire for GO rail commuter trains.

“This is our number one priority,” Burroughs stated.

With the high-speed rail system nearly built connecting New York, service

to Niagara would link commuters around Lake Ontario and into the United States. The Region requested stops in Grimsby, St. Catharines and Niagara Falls twice a day to further increase newcomers.

“We’re investing in Niagara and obviously we still have work to be done.

called the parking suggestions absurd.While he understood the desire for downtown restaurants to get involved, he said the supper market should be held on another night besides Thursday.He said Niagara-on- the-Lake holds its farmers and supper markets on different nights.

Why not bring people downtown on two nights rather than one night, he asked councillors.

Duncan said the parking plan and supper market would cut off people from reaching the farmers

market. It would eventually force the 10-year-old farmers market to leave.

In response to Duncan’s criticism, council brought consideration of reports on the supper market and Thursday evening parking ahead on the agenda.

Recreation director Vickie vanRavenswaay said both programs are still “works in progress.”

The supper market advisory committee was still setting up its terms of reference. The parking plan was only a concept and still required discussion with all the groups in-

volved. “There is no plan in place now,” she said.

The farmers market would be involved in any the planning process for the parking and discussion about when to hold the supper market, she said. Ward 2 Coun. Catherine King said the fact that council approve the supper market in principle has led people to believe it is on. Ward 3 Coun.

John Durley said nothing is etched in stone.

Part of the parking report suggested limiting parking in front of the Fonthill Shopping Plaza to plaza

shoppers while having the plaza’s side parking lot operated by a service club on a paid basis.

VanRavenswaay said the plaza merchants love the farmers market and bandshell concerts and the people they bring, but they want to be able to do business. Ward 2 Coun.

Gary Accursi said the farmers market and Fonthill Bandshell concerts have found success is difficult to deal with and have not adequately dealt with the parking problem.

He said the recreation director has done a great

job and came up with 700 parking spaces downtown and 900 if you include a shuttle from the arena.

The plaza merchants, he said, pay taxes, pay for their lots, pay for the upkeep and yet can’t use them.

It’s up to the farmers market, bandshell and supper market committees who operate independent of the town “to come to grips with the parking issues,” he said.

Burroughs: Youth deciding to call Niagara home BY STEPHEN DYELL

for the VOICE Niagara Regional Chairman Gary Burroughs discussed future developments and some surprising statistics during the State of the Region last week.

Supper market, Thursday parking draw fire BY WAYNE CAMPBELL

for the VOICE A passionate presentation by Stacey Duncan challenged plans for a supper market and Thursday night parking arrangements.

Duncan, whose wife operates a stall for Nature’s Corner at the Pelham Farmers Market, said council was imposing the supper market and parking plans without consulting the farmers market vendors or the public.He

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Passion ignites on stage for artist The Essential Collective Theatre came out with another must-see performance in Scenic View.

Written by Jason Cadieux and Stephanie Jones, the play is about two actors who are paired together in a scene during acting class. Louise is a Niagara native and long time student of acting with a tragic back story while Paul is an upcoming television star whose arrogance adds into the overall humour.

The side story also has

Cadieux and Jones playing two writers, who are trying to create a play for the Fringe Festival, something that hits home for the duo. Back in 1998, they lost the lottery draw for the festival which led to the creation of the show and the local theatre company in Niagara.

The dynamic duo captured the audience on every word at the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre.

Combining comedy, romance and

drama, the play strikes the right cords to make for a wonderful afternoon performance of two individuals whose passion for performance is evident on stage.

Next up for the Essential Collective Theatre is their Wine and Reading event on May 15 at Henry of Pelham Winery, where local playwrights perform before hitting the mainstage For more information e-mail monica@ ectheatre.ca.

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Recreation complex report not ready for prime time BY WAYNE CAMPBELL

for the VOICE Town council will not yet call in the public for a recreational complex discussion.

After listening to a consultant present the second stage of a business plan for a multi-use recreational facility, council decided Monday not to post the report on its website or call a public meeting.

It wants a fuller report showing costs of operating current facilities and potential revenues.

Ward 2 Coun. Gary Accursi said the report is not ready for website posting or a public meeting or feedback.

Mayor Dave Augustyn pointed out, --- as reporters scribbled notes, cable TV cameras rolled, and an overflow gallery listened to the consultants’ PowerPoint presentation --- the report was already public.

It is in the council agenda packages posted on the town’s website.

Accursi said he was concerned that the figures cited by the consultant showed the complex

would operate at an annual loss.

People may dismiss the project without understanding the fine points of such an operation.

John Stevenson of LeisurePlan International said they favoured one large arena and multi-purpose community facility over separate arena and community centres buildings Not only would it be about a million dollars cheaper but “it would create a landmark signature building,” he said.

It would have the advan-

tage of shared services for the arena, gymnasium, fitness centre and indoor track.

He recommended building one NHL size ice pad in the complex but design it to add a second in about 10 years as use increases.

To operate the complex, Stevenson suggested a collaboration between the town and the YMCA to run programs.

In answer to a question about a private sector

partnership, he said the private sector would not be interested in children’s programs. It would prefer fee-paying adults.

Estimated cost of building a multi-purpose community complex would be $22.1 to $26.8 million.

A stand alone community centre with fitness centre, gym and track would cost $11.3 to $12.5 million, and, a stand-alone singlepad arena $11.6 to $15.5 million.

The consultants estimated the community centre would run at an annual loss of $122,380 to $137,730 over five years while the arena would lose $8,715 to $9,815 annually in that time.

However, councillors pointed out the consultants did not include all potential revenue sources or a comparison with operational costs of current arena and recreational programs.

Pelham SOcceR club 2014 Registration Now Open AvAilAble leAgues: Peanut League Timbit League Pre Squirt League Squirt League Bantam (Co-ed) Midget (Co-ed)

For children born 2009/10.........$100 For children born 2008..............$100 For children born 2006/07.........$110 For children born 2004/05.........$110 For children born 2002/03.........$135 For children born 2000/2001.....$135

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...the Pelham Soccer Club now offers separate boys and girls divisions within both the Pre Squirt and Squirt Leagues. ...Evaluation dates will be set for all Pre Squirt and older house league players to take part in to create more evenly talented teams

RegiSteR ONliNe! season kicks off saturday, may 24, 2014

Now accepting cOachiNg aPPlicatiONS for all 2014 House League Teams. Forms available on the Club’s website at www.pelhamsoccer.ca

PelhAm soccer club

P.O. Box 1223, Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0 Voicemail: 905-892-6120 www.pelhamsoccer.ca Notre Dame College School performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat runs from April 10-12. Tickets can be purchased at the school or by calling 905-788-3060.

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Cabaret raises funds for Improv team Students took over the stage for the first annual Crossley Cabaret, featuring solo performances, solo dances and ensemble pieces.

The performance also featured the award-winning Improv team, who used the performance as a fundraiser for a trip to the nations capital.

“Improv students are excited to experience the Canadian Improv Games National Festival in Ottawa,” drama teacher Jennifer Benson said. “They

will attend workshops, and watch top teams from across the Canada compete for a win at the Festival.”

Since 1977, Canadian Improv Games have brought high school students from across Canada together to explore improvisation in a supportive and fun environment.

The Crossley improv team captured second place at the Waterloo Regional Improv Games and are hoping to continue their run in Ottawa.

Last week’s performance helped move the team closer, raising $500 for the trip.

“A big thank-you goes out to all parents and students who donated baked goods, attended the event, and participated in the event. With your help, the Ottawa dream has come one step closer to reality.”

Those interested in donating can contact Benson at 905-892-2635.

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Jillian Lambert performing at the Crossley Cabaret

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It is with great sadness we inform you that the farm has been sold and the doors will close April 14th, 2014. So, from Ken and June...

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Community Events

ONGOING • Easter Food Drive for Pelham Cares at Pelham Auto Repairs, 151 Hwy 20 East. Non-perishable food items are being collected until April 17th.

• Newcomers Club of St. Catharines & District welcomes women new to the region to participate in a variety of activities. Call Maureen 905-397-7593 or Gwen 905-641-9816 for details.

• Exhibitors Wanted: 19th Annual Pelham Home Show presented by the Fonthill & District Kinsmen. Pelham Arena. April 25, 26, 27. Applications at

www.fonthillkinsmen.ca.

Call 905-346-8288 or email fonthillkinsmen@hotmail. com.

• Mondays at 7 p.m. Sing Niagara Women’s A Cappella Chorus at Paroisse Immaculee Conception Church, 99 Garner St, St. Catharines. Call 905-8921640 or visit www.singniagara.com.

• 7:15 p.m. Peninsula Orchestra invites players to join them every Monday at Holy Trinity Anglican Church. No audition. For info. please contact Bev @ 892-0583.

• Tuesdays • 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

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ADVERTISING Impressive RESULTS! Warren Mason Advertising Coordinator

Phone 905.892.8690 advertising@thevoiceofpelham.ca

SPAN (Single Person Association of Niagara) is a social club for mature singles who meet Iggy’s Pub 115 Hway 20 E Fonthill.

Offers members a monthly calendar of social activities.

Further information, call Lynie @905-788-0359 • 7:00 p.m. Bingo at St. Ann’s Church, 834 Canboro Rd. Fenwick. Wheelchair accessible.

• 7:30 p.m. “A Cappella Niagara” Men’s Chorus invites singers for fun, fellowship, and fabulous 4-part harmony at the Welland Community Wellness Complex, 145 Lincoln St. in Welland. For info call Kerry—289-820- 6584. Come and sing with us—you’ll be glad you did!

• Thursdays • (first Thursday of every month) 1:30 p.m. to p.m.

SOS (Survivors of Stroke) Everyone is welcome. Info call Ann 905-892-1621 • 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Legion Dinners • Saturdays • Computer

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Extra copies of The Voice of Pelham available at these fine area businesses:

FONTHILL: E. L. Crossley Churchill Natural Meats M&M Meats Shoppers Drug Mart Fonthill Library Town of Pelham Cafe on Main Beamer’s Pro Hardware Sobey’s McDonald’s Fonthill Legion Tim Hortons Semenuk’s J&J Floral Expressions

Pic’s Klagers Keith’s Restaurant Target Store Penzoil Quick Lube Lazy Loon Pharmasave Avondale Store Drs. H. & M. Alberts FENWICK: Avondale Store Fenwick Sub Shop Golden Grill Devries Fruit Farm Ridderikhoff Meats

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Remembering our Son Bryan Page May 8 1982 - April 3 2013 On the first anniversary of his untimely death.

HARWOOD, Russel “Russ” - Was taken from us too soon on Friday April 04, 2014 in his 72nd year.

Beloved husband and best friend to Karen (nee. Romanowski) for 24 years.

Cherished father to Tracey Harwood and Jennifer (Thomas) Burger.

Special Gramps to Dakota, Colten, Brandon and Cori.

He will be sadly missed by his: brothers Bruce (and the late Donna) and Gary (Beth); father-in-law Joseph Romanowski (and the late Nina); sisters-in-law Christine, Jeanne, Donna and brothers-in-law Peter, Gregory.

Russ will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends, and especially by his faithful companion Dezmo.

In keeping with Russel’s wishes cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to PLEASANTVIEW FUNERAL HOME 905-892-1699.

A Celebration of Russ’s life will be held at a later date, please contact the family for more information. If so desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation will be appreciated by his family.

You’re not forgotten, Bryan Nor ever shall you be As long as life and memory last, We will remember you.

No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that’s borne in silence For the one we loved so well.

Love you and miss you everday Your heart broken parents Rick and Brenda

In memory of a great brother and friend. It is difficult to believe that a year has gone by since you passed away. Even though there has been many tears and much pain, there are many memories that you have left that still remain. We remember all the smiles and laughs that you gave. We miss you and will love you always and forever.

Love Brad and Jackie

Tutor & Gadget Clinic.

“One-to-One Help” with a volunteer tech tutor.

Register and pay ahead in person. $5.00 per 1/2 hour.

Pelham Public Library.

Wednesday April 9 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Spring Tea. Holy Trinity Church, 1557 Pelham St. Fonthill.

Tea Room, Bake table, Trinkets ‘n’ Treasures, Gently used books.

Friday, April 11 • 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Legion Dinner • 6:30 p.m. Trivia Night Legion hall on Hwy 20 E. in Fonthill. Teams of eight per table; cost is $20 per person. Doors open at 6:30, game begins at 7:30. All proceeds to the Wainfleet Cenotaph Project. To register, call 905-714-9308 or 905-386-6978 April 11, 12, 13 • EGGSTRAVAGANZA at Country Christmas Store, 1794 Center St, Ridgeville.

One of a Kind arts and crafts for Mothers Day or Easter gifts. Free Saturday April 12 • 4:00 -7 :00 p.m. Pasta Dinner. Fonthill Lions Hall. $10. $6 for children. LAST ONE until next Fall.

Sunday April 13 • 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Model

Railroad Open House, Fenwick Central Railroad.

1141 Maple St, Fenwick. www.gnmre.ca. Donations greatly appreciated. Sorry, not wheelchair accessible.

• 1:30 p.m. Niagara Bonsai Society Meeting at St. Marks Church, Addision Hall, 41 Byron Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Information email: niagarabonsai@ gmail.com Monday April 14 •2:00-4:00 p.m. Employment Help: Interview Skills.

Learn tips and tricks to help you excel at job interviews.

Presented by Niagara College Employment and Training Solutions. Free.

Please pre-register. Pelham Library.

Monday April 14 - Thursday April 17 • 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.

The 21st Annual Music of Easter. The Marjorie Stirtzinger Memorial Organ Recital Series. Fonthill Baptist Church. Bring your lunch, coffee or tea provided.

Monday April 14 - Friday May 12 • Spring Gift Basket Silent Auction Fundraiser.

Themed gift baskets, artwork, tickets, and more at the Fonthill Branch for bidding.

d Wednesday April 16 • 7:00 -9 :00 p.m. Travelogue on Chicago, California and Newfoundland Earl Clint shaFree. Please register ahead. Pelham Library.

• 6:30 Niagara Heritage Quilters meeting at Merrition Community Center, 7 Park Ave, St. Catharines.

Friday April 18 • 4:00 -7 :00 p.m. The Fabulous Fenwick Lions Fish Fry of the season at the food booth at Centennial Park, 999 Church St, Fenwick. Take Out Only.

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I will come to your home or farm and custom mill your logs. Firewood & lumber also available. Call Rob Patterson, 905-401-4948, riverwood@primus.ca

For Sale Josh DeHaan Flooring “For all your flooring needs”

We offer in-stock specials: • pre-finished hardwood

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• 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Legion Dinner Friday April 25 • 5:30 p.m. Spaghetti Supper at Fonthill United Church, One sitting only.

Adult $10, Child (to age 12) $5. Family Maximum $30.

Call 892-6433 Tues, Wed, or Thurs a.m. for tickets.

• 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Legion Dinner Saturday April 26 • 7:00 p.m. Progressive Euchre at the Fonthill Lions Club. $5 includes light lunch, prizes. Cash Bar.

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Boot camp begins at Studio Twenty Krysta Pratt is searching for motivated individuals as she launches her eight week fitness boot camp.

“We’ve done it in previous years and its been pretty successful so we thought we’d try it again.”

Last year, 39 people signed up and lost over 600 pounds.

This year the owner of Studio Twenty has combined a team of health and fitness experts. It includes Diane Watters, who will be monitoring nutrition, and newcomer Karley Gatta, who will be helping run the boot camp

with spinning classes and other forms of exercise.

The camp aims for a personal experience. Adding healthy meal plans with a registered expert in the field helps burn fuel and provide motivation in losing weight.

“They’ll sit down and talk to you about what you enjoy eating and build around that. They really tailor it to you because if you don’t like it, you won’t eat it.”

On the fitness side, Pratt says the boot camp classes are set in stone, but the package provides for ample individual time

with spin classes, yoga and other workouts necessary to stay healthy.

The body responds positively to physical activity, which impacts the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrine systems. This results in positive health outcomes Pratt said, including reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and several cancers, as well as other health conditions.

“It’s going to be a variety (of workouts) but with set goals,” Gatta said. “Each week we’ll see how far everyone can get so we can see how well they’ve done

at the end of the camp.”

Pratt says it’s the perfect opportunity for newcomers and those preparing for the grueling Pelham Mudfest.

“It doesn’t matter how old you are or how much you weigh, this is for everyone to head into summer.”

Boot camp begins April 21 with classes running into June. Those interested can contact Studio Twenty at 905-892-2920 or by e-mail at info@studiotwenty.ca to reserve a spot.

Niagara Emergency Medical Services (EMS) took first place in the advanced paramedic division at the national skills competition this past weekend.

The winning team members include advanced care paramedics Brock Browett and Jonathan Dyck. In addition, Emma

Santon and Megan Daza took home second place out of 10 teams in the primary care division.

The competition evaluates paramedic skills in five real life threatening scenarios including a mass casualty incident.

All teams must also write a comprehensive written

exam.

“Niagara EMS paramedics display their compassion, professionalism, and clinical abilities on a daily basis serving the residents of Niagara,” said Chief Kevin Smith. The National Paramedic Competition is held annually and took place in Durham, Ontario

on April 5, 2014. A total of 29 teams competed from across Canada this year in three divisions consisting of student, primary care and advanced care categories. Niagara Paramedics capture first place at national skills competition

Niagara Paramedics capture first place

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