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Cadets closer to Vimy Ridge. Page 2
Lessons in love! Page 3
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Art campers paint big! Page 7
Fonthill boy gets taste of Stanley Cup success BY TINA CHIVERS VOICE Staff When Fonthill goaltender, Evan Macpherson, won the Bill Cracknell Cup, he had no idea how it would ultimately affect him. The nine-year-old hockey player was so proud of his team’s prize, he brought it everywhere he went. The Bill Cracknell Cup is a consolation prize given out by the Ontario Minor Hockey Association to an atom AE finalist team, and Macpherson’s team won the coveted cup last season. The cup, which is an honour to have earned, went with the young Macpherson to family dinners, to his brother’s soccer game, and also, to the Mandarin Restaurant—for all to see. Evan and his team, the Pelham Giant Tiger Panthers, won the cup after coming in second place at a provincial championship. In the end, Collingwood took top prize after a four-game final. However, having won the Bill Cracknell Trophy
is still impressive, and each team member began taking turns taking the trophy home. So when Welland native and NHL star, Dan Paille, brought the Lord Stanley Cup to Welland for a day (on July 27), it’s not surprising that Evan was one of the first in line to see both the athlete and the prestigious cup. “We were in line [at the Civic Square] since 8:30 am,” says Evan. “We waited for four hours.” Joining Evan in line was his dad, Stuart, who was equally excited to see the Lord Stanley Cup. “It was exciting to see the Stanley Cup, but more so, to see the connection that it made with Evan,” says Stuart. “Evan has enjoyed playing hockey, but it wasn’t until he won the Bill Cracknell Cup that I watched his aspirations grow; and seeing the Stanley Cup and Paille, I knew that Evan saw that a goal like that is achievable.” Stuart says that he used the inspirational day to affirm a lesson to his son—that Paille is just a regular guy, from a small
city, who worked hard and was able to achieve a dream of a lifetime. According to Stuart, winning the Bill Cracknell Trophy gave his son a thirst for success. “And seeing Paille and the Stanley Cup proved to Evan that anybody can indeed do this,” says Stuart. Wearing his Paille-autographed hockey hoodie, Evan excitedly chats about his upcoming hockey tryouts. “I have tryouts at the end of August,” says Evan. Last season, Evan spent three days a week on the ice, and played 70 hockey games. He says that, following the example of professional hockey players, success takes hard work and determination. “Those athletes work very hard, they eat well, and they have to stay hydrated,” says Evan. “When they come off the ice, they’re just dripping with sweat.” Not wanting to miss out on a teachable moment, Stuart then reminds his son that “those athletes work that hard even dur-
Nine-year-old Evan Macpherson pairs his Bill Cracknell Trophy with NHL hockey star Dan Paille’s Lord Stanley Cup at the Welland Civic Square on July 27. /Special to the Voice ing practices”. Nodding his agreement, Evan says he has aspirations of one day playing professional hockey for
the Toronto Maple Leafs. “It was so exciting to touch the Stanley Cup,” says Evan. “Most kids don’t get the chance to
touch the cup, and winning my trophy was kind of like winning the Stanley Cup.”
Town ends contract with fire chief McLeod BY TINA CHIVERS VOICE Staff
During a special Town Council meeting on Friday afternoon, the town announced, effective August 10, that the employment contract with Scott McLeod, director of fire services, will end. Mayor Dave Augustyn said that council approved the action at the special council meeting. Jim Phelps, former fire chief and district chief for Pelham Fire Station No. 3, will assume the role of acting chief until a new Ask The Experts:
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fire chief is hired. McLeod was appointed fire chief in 1999. Prior to his employment in Pelham, he served in the fire service in Marathon, Ontario. “Chief McLeod has been a strong presence in the Town for many years,” says Augustyn. “I appreciate his work in leading Pelham’s fire service since 1999.” The Pelham Fire Department has 87 part-time firefighters and three full-time staff—a fire chief, a fire prevention officer, and an administrative assistant. The fire service provides fire and accident response,
resuscitation services, extrication from motor vehicle accidents, fire inspections and fire safety education, the town said in its announcement. The Pelham Fire Department operates out of three stations: Pelham Station No. 1, 177 Hwy 20 W. in Fonthill; Pelham Station No. 2, 766 Welland Road in Fenwick; and Pelham Station No. 3, 597 Sixteen Road, in North Pelham. Augustyn said the town will now start looking for a new fire chief, and expects to have someone in place by the fall.
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Branch 613 Cadets one step Cycle safely this summer closer to Vimy Ridge trip Branch 613 Royal Canadian Legion presented a cheque to the 613 Lincoln and Welland Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadets during the Civic holiday weekend for $6,813.80. The cheque represents the result of a Legion-sponsored ticket raffle over the last few months. The raffle consisted of four prizes: first prize was a kayak, second prize was a Dell computer, third prize was a one-night stay at the Hilton in Niagara Falls (including a $50
gift certificate for Shoeless Joes located in Niagara Fallsview Casino) and the fourth prize was a 20 inch Dell LED computer monitor. The draw was held during Pelham’s annual Canada Day celebrations at Harold Black Park. Pelham resident and member of 613 Royal Canadian Legion, Beth Cotter, picked the four winning tickets for the prizes. Lynn Dowie from Thorold was the winner of the grand prize, while Ron Leavens from Pet Valu picked up the Dell
Netbook Computer. Dave Albano of Welland was the recipient of the Niagara Falls getaway and Laura Infantino of Welland received the final prize. The Legion’s sponsorship from this draw will go a long way in assisting cadets from 613 in their fundraising efforts to support over 30 cadets from the Welland and Pelham area on an educational trip, celebrating the 95th anniversary of Vimy Ridge in April of 2012.
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Retired professor writes the book of love BY TINA CHIVERS VOICE Staff Turn on the radio, read a poem, gaze up at the big screen—everywhere one turns, the theme of love is pondered. Following suit, Fonthill resident David Goicoechea, has also been thinking about love. In fact, Goicoechea has spent many years contemplating love, and has now written his first book about the topic. The book, Agape and Personhood with Kierkegaard, Mother, and Paul (A Logic of Reconciliation from the Shamans to Today) is Goicoechea’s study of a deeper love, and the book explores ideas of existentialism, Christianity, history and psychology. Goicoechea, a retired Brock University philosophy professor, says that he’s been passionate about the topic of love for
Fonthill resident and retired professor, David Goicoechea, will be reading from his book at the Pelham Library on August 17. Tina Chivers/Voice Photo decades, but waited until retiring before writing his book. “Even after all these years, and being retired, I
still wrote the book three times before I was satisfied with it,� says Goicoechea. “This book is the first, and I plan to write a
total of nine books in the series.� The book takes a look at Christian love, a self-sacrificial love—a love that was brought to the earth two thousand years ago by Christ. The main premise is that people are all equal in worth, yet each person is unique, and all are interpersonal and related to one another. “This book is about the revolutionary, special, agape love that Jesus brought here,� says Goicoechea. “The idea is that you should love your enemy, and especially pray for your enemy.� According to Goicoechea, he first became interested in the topic of love back in 1962, when he took a philosophy of love course at Loyola University in Chicago. He would later teach his own philosophy of love course at Brock University. While at Brock, Goicoechea
inspired people to think about love for more than 35 years. Now that he’s retired, with time to write a book series on the topic, Goicoechea hopes to inspire others to expand their understanding of love, and to strive to achieve a higher level of love in their relationships. Goicoechea will be reading from his book Agape and Personhood at the Pelham Library on Wednesday, August 17 at 7:00 pm. Goicoechea says that it would be ideal if people would read the first 128 pages of the pages in advance (in order
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Preserving youth may be a pin-prick away BY TINA CHIVERS VOICE Staff It isn’t news that many people are looking for the fountain of youth—myself included. So imagine my piqued interest when I received a phone call from Marcel Mulholland (of Fonthill’s Mulholland Massage Therapy), telling me that he was offering a new service, cosmetic acupuncture. Those who know me can attest that I embody a healthy and fit lifestyle. Therefore, chatting with Marcel, and learning about a new and natural approach to anti-aging, is definitely my cup of (antioxidant-rich, decaf, green) tea. So, after meeting with Marcel, and learning about his journey to certification, and why he chose to bring the service to his clinic, he had my attention—lock, stock and barrel. As a journalist, I have an insatiable curiosity about most things, so it’s not surprising that I had countless questions for the massage therapist. As such, he suggested that I try acupuncture, and ultimately, answer a lot of my
own questions. I may be tiny, but I’m tough—except when it comes to needles. Yes, even very fine, flexible needles. As Marcel reached over to grab and open a package containing a needle, I could feel my blood pressure rising; my palms beginning to sweat (surely this acute stress was aging me!). “Hold out your hand,” said Marcel. So with the courage of a Navy Seal, I shoved my hand in his direction—and closed my eyes! And then, with the motivation of Norman Bates (or should I say, Mother?), Marcel stabbed me with the needle. Through clenched teeth, I waited for the pain, but it didn’t come. I looked at Marcel, and he was grinning like the Cheshire Cat. “See, I told you, no pain,” he said. He was right. No pain. Okay, now I was open to trying the real thing. My blood pressure had returned to normal, and Marcel had indeed gained credibility in my eyes. I was now ready to allow my face to be used as a pin cushion—all in the name of research.
I must say, Marcel made my day by telling me that I have a youthful complexion. Good Marcel, bring on the needles—I want to keep it that way. I closed my eyes, and allowed the man to demonstrate his technique so that I could confidently and intelligently write about cosmetic acupuncture. I quickly learned that it was kind of like being at the dentist. You know, when the hygienist tries to engage you in a chinwag while your mouth is full of instruments and gloved fingers? Marcel was chatting away, and the best I could do was mumble a response. The funny thing is that Marcel understood my every mumble. And let me tell you, I wasn’t giving simple “yes” or “no” answers. We were actually having a conversation! After the needles were inserted, Marcel started up the CD player and put on some soothing birdsong, tucked a pillow under my head and covered me with a blanket (which was one of my mumbled requests), and told me to take a 45-minute nap. What, a nap in the middle of the day? Reminds me
Marcel Mulholland of Mulholland Massage Therapy demonstrates the cosmetic acupuncture procedure on Tina Chivers, Voice of Pelham editor. /Special to the Voice
of Kindergarten—hey, I’m feeling years younger already! While catching up on some much-needed rest and relaxation, I decided that I like Marcel Mulholland. I think it’s great that he’s offering women an alternative to the mainstream choices. Speaking of mainstream
choices, I have decided that when I eventually reach my 40th birthday, I am going skydiving. For me, the ultimate multitasker, a jump from an airplane at the age of 40 will allow me to tackle two fears in one fell swoop— that’s time management! Okay, Marcel, I blindly held out my hand for your
needle. Are you ready to take the plunge with me? I promise, just like acupuncture, the pain will be minimal. And rather than lay still, listening to a CD of recorded birdsong, we can actually soar through the air and fly with the birds. And such youthful enthusiasm is great for the skin!
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Respect is indeed alive and well in downtown Fonthill My congratulations to the Town of Pelham for the new streetscape on Fonthill’s Pelham Street (January to July, 2011). I had the pleasure of watching the construction of Pelham Street at the entrance to the Town Hall. Many cars, trucks, equipment and people had to negotiate the seven-month construction site as I viewed this from the windows of Fonthill Fitness (above Moss-
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Ridgeville Castle, a page from local history BY MARJORIE (PAGE) CROWTHER Special to the VOICE My name was Marjorie Page when I lived at what everyone called “The Ridgeville Castle.” I was a child when my family moved to the Castle and I started school at the two-building schoolhouse in Ridgeville. One of my teachers was Miss Mona A. Ross; I also remember twins in my class—Ronald and Harold Secord.The Castle was a wonderful place to live. My brother, Brian, and I used to climb out onto the flat roof to run around. I remember the two towers TOWN OF PELHAM INFORMATION COLUMN THE WEEK AHEAD •PELHAM ARENA “ZUMBA FITNESS” Wednesday, Aug 3, 2011 9:30 – 10:30 am Thursday, Aug 4, 2011 9:30-10:30 am and 7:00 – 8:00 pm Tuesday Aug 9, 2011 9:30-10:30 am and 7:30 – 8:30 pm “ZUMBA GOLD” Thursday August, 4, 2011 9:30 – 10:30 am •PELHAM TOWN SQUARE Pelham Farmers’ Market every Thursday May to October - 4:30 pm in Pelham Town Square. Town of Pelham Summer Camps and Pool Still availability for Summer Camp and Aquatic programs! Please check our website or come into Town Hall for information. •TOWN OF PELHAM POOL Public Swimming Weekends 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Weekdays: 1-4 pm and 6-8 pm Lane swim: Weekdays 12-1 pm Aqua Zumba Join Us Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:00-1pm. $60 for a 10 Class Pass plus 2 Bonus Classes or $6 to Drop-In. •PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY Free TD Summer Reading Club @ Pelham Public Library Sign up has begun. Programs for ages 612 and for Wee Readers under 5. Plotluck: Summer Adult Reading Program The Pelham Library challenges you to broaden your reading selections through the Plotluck Summer Adult Reading Challenge. Five books and one short story is the goal. Sign up in person. Rent-a-Geek: One-on-one Computer Help Dan Wallace, Computer Systems Specialist, is available to help with your questions every other Friday between 1 - 4. $10.00 per half hour. Half hour minimum. Includes use of a laptop. Register in person. SPLASH! Summer Fun @ The Pelham Public Library Mad Science, Alfred0 Tomato, Pirates, Beach Parties, Hawaiian Luau, Mystic Drumz Drumming, Friday Crafting, Dinosaur Fun and lots more! Registration begins now. Please register and pay in person. Summer programs are supported by Friends of the Pelham Library, Friends of Maple Acre, Pelham Art Festival, and Kiwanis. Meditation Morning Great for beginners and those who have meditated before. Please bring a pen and notebook. $3.00. Register ahead. Aug. 6. 9:30-11:30. Pelham Public Library. Getting the Most from Your Digital Camera Award-winning photographer Peter Ferguson gives an information session on getting the most from your digital camera whether it is a point and shoot or DSLR. Learn how camera settings affect your pictures and how simple editing using free software can improve the final image. Mon., Aug. 8th - 6:30 p.m. $5.00. Please register ahead. Pelham Public Library. Seniors Hawaiian Luau Join us for this fun gathering with Hawaiian themed
on the roof; it was said that the bells in them were rung to summon folks in from the fields.There was one room, to the left of the front entrance, which had a hand-painted ceiling. I also remember a curving flight of stairs to the upper area, and there was a lovely curving railing on which my brother and I used to slide all the way from top to bottom. Beneath this was a super place to hide when playing hide-and-seek. My mother, Alice Louise Page, gave parties every summer at the close of the school year; all children, parents, teacher and locals were invited. My brother climbed out onto the roof of the “portico” outside the front door and threw candies all over food, beverages, entertainment and door prizes. Free. Please register ahead. Tues., Aug. 16. 2:00-3:00 p m Book Reading and Discussion with Dr. David Goicoechea “Agape and Personhood with Kierkegaard, Mother, and Paul” Christian love is examined existentially through mother, philosophically through Kierkegaard, and as reconciliation through the letters of the apostle Paul. Books for sale and signing. Advanced copies available at Pelham Public Library on Aug. 2. Wed., Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. $4.00. Please register ahead. Dr. Goicoechea was a Brock University professor for 35 years who has taught the Philosophy of Love course. FUN, FAST, DESSERTS Pelham Library’s own “Jessica Stewart” will be here whipping up some fast, fun and easy desserts to help you with summer entertaining. Thurs., Aug. 18th at 6:30 p.m. $3.00. Please register ahead. Giant Book Sale Great books at great prices. Most items $1 or less. Collectables, puzzles, movies, software and much more! During open hours from Tues., Aug. 23 - Sat., Aug. 28 (until 1 p.m.). On Saturday a toonie will get you a bag of books. Does not apply to special items. Gently used donations being accepted now. No textbooks, magazines, or encyclopedias, please. GENERAL INFORMATION Interested in Joining the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee?? Join the 2011-2012 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee. Meetings take place once a month starting in October for the entire school year. An application form is available on the Town’s website at www.pelham.ca or at Town Hall. Town of Pelham - RESERVE CROSSING GUARDS There is an immediate need for reserve school crosswalk guards to relieve the regular guards during periods of illness and vacation. The position has an hourly pay rate of $12.98 per hour. Persons interested in becoming a reserve school crosswalk guard can pick up an application form in the Operations Department of the Municipal Building (20 Pelham Town Square). Would you like to have your business listed in the Town of Pelham Community Services Brochure? If so, fill out a business directory information card with the Town of Pelham. For an information card, please visit Town Hall, 20 Pelham Town Square – 1st Floor, or contact 905-892-2607, Ext. 315. IMPORTANT TO DOG OWNERS Please be reminded that Town of Pelham Dog Control By-law 97-2010 requires that any person who owns controls or harbours a dog shall remove, forthwith, any feces (excrement) left by such dog on private or public property. Remember to be responsible! Stoop and Scoop! ONTARIO ONE CALL 1-800-400-2255 All requests for waterline and sewer locates must be directed to Ontario One Call. KEEP PELHAM STREETS “LIT” Residents of the Town of Pelham are asked to report any problems with streetlights to the Community & Infrastructure Services Department at 905-892-2607, ext.332 (Pole number required.) Town of Pelham e-mail address: clerks@pelham.ca www.pelham.ca
the front lawn for the other children to scramble after. In winter I remember rides with horses pulling a wagon with hay to sit on. My father, Ernest Page, worked in the tobacco fields. For fun, he played violin with the village band. For a while one of my half-brothers and family also lived at the Castle. At one time, part of the home was rented to a lady we always referred to as “old Mrs. Crow.” One day my mother gave her home-made toffee, which stuck in her dental plates. She was so frustrated, she yanked out her dentures and threw them so hard they hit the far wall with a thud. Across the street from the Castle lived a gentleman named Court Haste. There were also three brothers who perhaps rented a part of the Castle in the late 20’s—Gerald, Lawrence and Edward Lamb. My two best friends were Barbara Alexander, who lived next door on a farm, and Marian Mitchell. One hot afternoon I helped Marian’s aunt weed her garden. I tossed out a weed with a big ball of earth clinging to the roots, but her aunt moved so that my weed hit her square in the face! The earth stuck to her skin, and she looked so funny I had to laugh. I got sent home. On the property was a deep well with the coldest water ever. There were lovely chestnut trees not far from us, and a huge cherry tree at the back of the home. When my grandfather visited from England, my brother put chestnut burrs in his bed. Poor Grandpa! My family left the Castle and Ontario in November 1930, our destination determined by sticking a pin in a map. We drove across the northern United States to Port Angeles and boarded the SS Iroquois for Victoria, British Columbia, where I now live.
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As part of the Bandshell summer concert line-up, Portrait played to a large crowd on Thursday, July 28. The band performed the music of Lighthouse, Blood, Sweat and Tears, Foreigner, Chicago, Paul Anka, The Righteous Brothers and more. (Extreme top) Enjoying the concert tunes are (left to right) Mark Chesniak, Rita Chesniak (holding canine friend, Coco), Vickie Lafleur, Louise Helder, Erica Hopkins, Patricia Forte, and one-year-old Cecilia Forte. (Above) Members of the band play for the crowd. Tina Chivers/Voice Photo
On July 20 Lampman’s Furniture played Gilbert’s Flowers in Fenwick Softball Junior Fastpitch action. Lampman’s suffered a huge loss, with the final score being 20 to 9. Zachary Perna of Gilbert’s caught a fly ball in the first and third inning of play. Julia TerHarmsel secured an out at first for Gilbert’s, and her teammate Melanie Beeke secured an out at home. Notable plays for Lampman’s included an out at home by Isaac Stephens, and an out at second thanks to a great stop by his brother Xavier Stephens. Stats for Gilbert’s: Aaron Beeke (single), Emma Beeke (single), Melanie Beeke (2 singles, homerun), Julia TerHarmsel (2 singles), Zachary Perna (single), Anthony Perna (single). Stats for Lampman’s: Daniel Guitard (single), William Guitard (2 singles), Tommy Falconer (single), Isaac Stephens (double), Kaileigh Smith (homerun). On July 25 Lampman’s Furniture took to the field once again, this time versing Free Gas Co. Ltd. Lampman’s once again lost the game, but this time the game was a nail-biter with a close score of 21 to 18. Tommy Falconer closely guarded home plate for Lampman’s, securing three outs at home. Zachary Free returned the favour for Free Gas, by tagging three runners out at home as well. Stats for Free Gas: Amber Penner (3 doubles, triple), Kaitlyn Reece (2 singles, 1 double), Darren Sojka (single), Lauren Mancino (triple), Jenna Veerman (2 doubles, homerun), Graham Culig (single, double). Stats for Lampman’s: Kaileigh Smith (single, 2 triples), Tommy Falconer (triple), Spencer Kleniewski (subbing from Duliban’s - single), William Guitard (single, double). Lampman’s next game took place on July 27 against Duliban Insurance. Once again this was a nail-biter, ending in a close score of 17 to 16 in favour of Duliban. Lampman’s had the tying run on third, but just couldn’t get the runner home. D.J. Petrovsky was a key to Duliban’s success, securing three outs at first base. Notable plays by Lampman’s included Kaileigh Smith getting an out at first, Daniel Guitard getting an out at second, and Tommy Falconer getting an out at home. Great game by all players! Stats for Duliban: Spencer Kleniewski (3 singles), Thomas Dam (2 singles), Aiden Belding (single, triple, homerun), D.J. Petrovsky (2 singles). Stats for Lampman’s: Daniel Guitard (single), William Guitard (double, 2 homeruns), Andrew Guitard (single), Tommy Falconer (2 singles, homerun), Kaileigh Smith (2 triples, homerun), Julia TerHarmsel (subbing from Gilbert’s - single, double).
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Lion Sherry Welsh of the South Brant Lions Club receives a cheque for $1,100 from the Fonthill Lions Club to be given to Camp Dorset which is a camp for people on dialysis and where their whole families can go and vaction together. Welsh has raised $170,000 for Camp Dorset in the last four years by organizing and participating in walks around Ontario called Karen’s Quest, in memory of her sister who died of kidney disease. Pictured (left to right) are Lion Tina Moessner, Lion Sherry Welsh, and Lion Fred Arbour. /Special to the Voice
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Art campers learn about master painters BY TINA CHIVERS VOICE Staff When it comes to painting, some Fonthill children are thinking big. Last week, In the Orchard Programming for the Arts (ITO) had a “paint big week” theme. Amanda Mirrlees, youth curriculum developer for ITO, says that the children learned about a diffrent master painter each day. The four painters covered were Jackson Pollock, Wassily Kandinsky, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet. The idea was to teach the children the basics about each master’s style, and allow the children a chance to create their own pieces using that style. Mirrlees says that the
children range in age from 4- to 14-years-old, and that teaching about Kandinsky to such a young group can be a challenge. “We teach about shapes, colours and styles, and the kids really do grasp the concepts,” says Mirrlees. The children were each working on a self-portrait. The portrait, when finished, incorporated the four masters’ styles in one portrait. “So far, the summer art camp weeks have been awesome,” says Mirrlees. “We even have some of the older kids asking for extra instruction about other artisits and things that they’re interested in learning.” The camps are ongo-
ing over the summer break. According to Mirrlees, the children who have attended the camp have demonstrated an understanding of art as an outlet for emotional expression. “They’ve learned that colour and brush strokes are good at expressing feelings,” she says. Mirrlees holds up a child’s painting, explaining that the piece is done in the Pollock style. “These kids are definitely having fun; this painting is a Pollock-inspired splatter,” she says. “These campers certainly went home very messy”. Mirrlees is passionate about art, and she says it’s a dying subject. “I’ve been to some schools where they don’t
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Local stallion chosen as newest Breyer model Blazing Colours Farms stallion, Sato, has been selected as the newest Breyer model. Sato, a Palomino and White Sabino Thoroughbred stallion, is the latest horse to be immortalized as a Breyer model. Sato is dual registered with the Jockey Club and American Paint Horse Association. He is owned by April Wayenberg of Blazing Colours Farm in Wellandport. Sato and Wayenberg recently returned from an expense-paid trip to the Kentucky Horse Park where they were guest performers at Breyerfest. Breyerfest is one the largest model horse shows in the country, and people attend from every corner of North America—with some from as far away as the United Kingdom and Australia. Sato and April stepped into the main ring once a day for everyone to see the horse in the flesh. They were also available for an hour each day, where fans could get their models signed and pose for a picture with the star himself. Sato was a huge hit at Breyerfest and was the only model horse to completely sell out at the three-day show. “It was an amazing experience and we were treated like royalty,” says Wayenberg. “Sato was a star and adored all the attention; he acted like the king, posing for pictures with hundreds of people,
and he enjoyed every minute of it”. Sato was chosen to be a Breyer model because of his extremely rare colour genetics in the Thoroughbred breed. “He was also chosen for this overwhelming beauty,” says Wayenberg. He was the first Palomino and White Paint Thoroughbred foaled in the world. Palomino and White Paint Thoroughbreds that are coloured just like Sato are still extremely rare with perhaps five in the world now. Compared to the nearly 2.5 million Thoroughbreds that have been registered since 1873, when the first volume of The American Stud book was published, Sato’s rarity becomes apparent. The stallion’s unique color pattern caught the attention of Reeves International, parent company of Breyer, in spring of 2010. Known for producing foals of the Sabino coat pattern, a trait uncommon among Thoroughbreds, Sato has gained recognition in the Thoroughbred industry. His foals inherit his 10+ temperament and have gone on to compete in eventing, dressage and hunter-jumper disciplines. Kathleen Fallon, Vice President of Communications at Reeves International, said the company is always collecting ideas for models. These mod-
Pictured are Sato with owner April Wayenberg (left) and Anna, a Kentucky local who was visiting Breyerfest. /Special to the Voice els can represent horses from film or literature, real horse champions or exemplary breed standards. “We were fascinated by Sato, as a stallion of such stunning color and conformation,” says Fallon. “We thought he would make a beautiful model— and he did.” Sato is a favorite at Blazing Colours Farm, where he has lived for the past seven years. Wayenberg purchased the horse as
a breeding prospect in 2004. When asked if Sato is still available for breeding Wayenberg says, “Sato has earned himself a full retirement on the farm and his three-year-old son, Simba Twist, will be taking over Sato’s breeding duties. “Simba Twist is a gorgeous Buckskin and White Sabino stallion and comes from the same lines as Gem Twist; I am very excited about his future as a sport horse,”
says Wayenberg. “And maybe Simba will join his sire, Sato, as a Breyer model in the future.” Sato’s other notable press recognition is that he was included in world-renowned equine photographer Barbara Livingston’s book titled “Horses in Living Colour”. There are several photographs of Sato in the book as well as some of his offspring. “Sato so easy going, just a good guy,” says
Wayenberg of her horse. “He has a stall at the end of the barn so he can see everything that goes on. He’s like the king of the farm. Sato is the type of horse that young girls dream of and is really a once in a life time horse. He always brings a smile to the face of people who meet him.” For more information on Sato visit www.blazingcoloursfarm.com or join Blazing Colours Farm on Facebook.
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Pelham U12 Girls riding high after second place finish in TIAMO tournament Pelham U12 Girls (Select MD/Kaman’s Auto Service) played five games over the weekend, and finished second in a very close fight to the end. In their first game on Saturday against Oakridge, Pelham lost 2-1 with Kaileigh Brannigan scoring the lone goal. In their second game, Pelham came out on top of Sarnia with a 4-0 final score. Goal scorers for this game were Michelle Maecker, Natasha Desjardins, Julia Doucet and
Brannigan. Moving onto Sunday morning, Pelham beat out St. Catharines Jets in a 2-0 game with Maeker and Brannigan scoring big. Fighting the heat, but continuing to push through, Pelham players were able to work together to beat Chatham with a 1-0 score, thanks to Brannigan. In the final game of the tournament Pelham once again faced off against Oakridge and were able to hold their own, never giving up and actually
gaining momentum as the game went on. The final score was 1-1 with a huge goal by Doucet. The team banded together and continued to be very focused throughout a double overtime situation but unfortunately Oakridge scored to win the game. Pelham should be very proud of their teamwork which resulted in a respectable second place finish in the Club Roma Tournament in St. Catharines. Assertive play by forwards Maya
O’Donnell, Kristen Goossen, Kaileigh Brannigan, Michelle Maeker and Julia Doucet. Determined play by midfielders Rachel Hildebrandt, Brittany Resch, Natasha Desjardins, Lexi Ciolfi and Lauryn Frasca. Crushing defense by Sydney Tomaino, Robyn Folkerts and Alanna Peplinski. Goalie Emily Charron played outstanding throughout the tournament and displayed perseverance. On Tuesday July 26th Pelham played Welland and was thrilled
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OBITUARY SENIUK, Brian - After a long courageous battle, Brian passed away on Tuesday, July 26th at the Welland Hospital at the age of 59. Loving and devoted husband for 38 years of Sharon and beloved father of Shannon (Chris), Holly, and Jenna. Proud grampa of Kaylee. He is survived by his father, Joe Seniuk of Fonthill, sister Joanne (Jim) McIntyre, sisters-in-law Sandy (John) Dungavel and Patsy (Fernand) Mallete. Also survived by nieces Cyndy, Laura, and Lisa and nephews Chris, Shaun, and Jason, many aunts, uncles, and cousins, great uncles Stan and Herald, great aunts, Catherine and Stella. Predeceased by his mother Donna (2010). He will be sorely missed by his faithful companion Quinny. Brian retired after 30 years at General Motors. His devotion to his family created memories that will last forever. Cremation has taken place. Brian’s family received visitors at the George Darte Funeral Chapel in St. Catharines on Friday, July 29th. A Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Kevin’s Catholic Church in Welland on Saturday, July 30th. Vigil prayers were recited in the funeral home. A private family inurement will take place at a later date. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
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FITZPATRICK-FIFE, Kelly (Oct.18, 1976-July 29, 2011) after a 5 year courageous battle with cancer and surrounded by her loving family Kelly passed away on Friday July 29, 2011, at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband Mark and their 4 year old son Mason. Kelly is the beloved daughter of the late Vaughn Fife (1998) and Beverley Shennan and step-dad Robert Shennan. She is survived by her older sister Sherry & husband Brian Thompson and younger brother Patrick Fife & wife Jen. Kelly is the much loved Granddaughter of Ona Fife and Papa Tom Fitzpatrick . Dearly loved daughter-in-law of Jeff and Judy Fitzpatrick and sisterin- law of Ryan and Marnie Fitzpatrick. She is Aunt Kelly to Rebecca & Matthew Thompson, Koren Fife and Emma Fitzpatrick. Kelly was predeceased by her grandparents Harvey(2009) & Jean Smith (2003) and Harold Fife (2001). Niece of Barry & Karen Smith, Darlene & Ron Russell, Betty Ann & Paul Harder and Paul Fife. Kelly also leaves behind her step family Jacqueline & Ben Gutenberg and Meaghan and David & Lynn Shennan, Kristie, Dane and Lily. Kelly was born in Alliston, Ontario, she attended Tecumseth Beeton Central School and A.K. Wigg Public school in Fonthill. Kelly graduated from E.L. Crossley Secondary School and Trent University. She furthered her education at Mohawk College in Brantford in the Orientation and Mobility Instructor Course and was employed at the Olmstead Center for the visually impaired in Buffalo. She returned to school attending Medaille College in Buffalo, graduated with her teaching certiďŹ cate and was then employed at the Chris HadďŹ eld School in Milton, teaching grade 2, until ill health forced her into long term disability. Our deepest gratitude to the team of doctors, nurses and staff of Sunnybrook Hospital for her treatment and care over the past 5 years. Friends will be received by the family at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill on Tuesday August 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9pm. The funeral service to honour Kelly’s life will take place in the chapel on Wednesday, August 3rd at 11am with Rev. Elizabeth Kidnew ofďŹ ciating. A private Interment will take place at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations to the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills or to the Trust Fund for Mason would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be forwarded through www.pedlarfuneralhome.ca
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