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Council’s strategic planning to include bylaws BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff Another Pelham family is complaining about bylaw enforcement in this community, not about the infractions, however, but the way enforcement is carried out. “It’s not about right or wrong, it’s about the way she’s treating people,” says Ada McCormick on how bylaw enforcement officer Heather Stone treated her family.
“We don’t allow bullying in our schools yet we allow ourselves as adults to be bullied,” - Ada McCormick Ada explained at the first visit by bylaw enforcement her son, Joe, spotted a woman on the property and asked who she was, while his dog was barking and straining to approach her. Despite being warned by Joe, the enforcement officer walked toward him. After securing the dog, Joe said he went to get his mother because he wasn’t going to let anyone inspect their property without her consent. “She is the rudest person I’ve ever met,” says Ada, noting she thought Joe may have been rude and that’s why the enforcement officer was rude, but that doesn’t appear to be the case after subsequent visits.
The family acknowledges there were some property standards bylaw infractions, including some stuff that was on the property from the previous owner, but say the offensive and demeaning way they were talked to has nothing to do with the bylaw. “We don’t allow bullying in our schools yet we allow ourselves as adults to be bullied,” said Ada. Repeatedly referring to antiques and other items used as garden decor as “junk” the enforcement officer told Ada all of it had to go, including her teapot garden and a wooden chair under a shade tree. “Who is it hurting,” says Ada, who lives on a large piece of land on Weber Road surrounded by storage businesses. Scott McCormick said the enforcement officer’s approach was “insulting”, explaining she took pictures of his truck and his wife’s van, their daily drivers that are plated and in good condition, along with his new Goldwing trike - saying she has to see if they are “derelict.” After complaining to the enforcement officer’s immediate supervisor, and feeling like they were getting nowhere, the McCormick’s met with Mayor Dave Augustyn and CAO Darren Ottaway last week. Augustyn said after that meeting that he believes they will resolve the issue. Council, he said, discussed bylaw enforcement during their strategic planning session on Aug. 29. During that discussion, said Augustyn, there was talk about prioritizing bylaw infractions as well as the possible need for flexibility and whether all bylaws need to be black and white. “Maybe we prioritize pools
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being fenced or maybe whether a brick or pail is in the backyard,” said the mayor, referring to some of the complaints against the McCormicks. “It’s one of the things we want to put on the radar,” said Augustyn. “We (council) did identify it as an issue.” Augustyn also said council discussed the way bylaws are enforced as a customer service issue. “We want to ensure we have the best customer service possible,” he said, noting staff has been trained in customer service but there will be more training sessions in the near future. Along with the bylaw procedure the issue of notice and power
of entry has been identified by the public as a concern, since a power of entry bylaw was suggested at a past council meeting. The issue of notice and whether a roaming dog is as important as neat yards when it comes to allowing enforcement officers to be on privately owned land, is also part of the issue, said the mayor. Along with the bylaws Augustyn said council and staff will also be looking at zoning and the way Pelham does its zoning. He pointed out things like the property standards bylaw may not need to be as stringent in a rural area as it is in town. “We want to deal with it,” he
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said. One of the things council will be doing is conducting a customer service survey, hearing from the public how town staff handles customer service and, he said, if the public knows who to call with complaints. Scott said he’s satisfied with how the meeting went with the mayor and is happy with their response. “They both really seemed to sit and listen,” said Scott. “I don’t feel like I was being patronized at all.” The real test, he said, will be when he talks to Augustyn and Ottaway again next week to learn what the outcome of the meeting will be.
Another exciting event at the Pelham Market. Young children were treated to complimentary Freezies, donated by Friends of the Market, Giant Tiger, Fonthill. Pictured is Seth Boyd receiving a Freezie. To all the children and parents, thank you for your politeness. /Special to the Voice
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Last show of the season this Thursday night The 2012 Summer Concert series wraps up with a high energy, upbeat show from one of Niagara’s favourite acts. The final concert on Thursday, Sept. 6 features The Sister Act Band, presented by Zest. The Sister Act Band is one of
Niagara’s favourite classic rock bands. These two dynamic sisters perform cover music ranging from Classic Rock to Top-40 hits. They have musically performed together for over 10 years, at a variety of venues such as Casinos, Niagara Parks,
SISTER ACT will close out the summer concert series at the Bandshell this Thursday night at 7 p.m.
private and corporate functions, festivals, and opening for headline bands such as Bad Company. You’re in for a high energy, upbeat show that offers
musical talent from members throughout the Golden Horseshoe! The Sister Act Band includes Tara Lister on vocals, Melinda Fetzon vocals, Tom Koncan on
drums, Dante Dicenso on bass, Terry Pracchia on guitar and Rob Kilian on keyboards. Don’t miss out on the season finale.
Get rich helping the hospital Tickets are on sale for Welland Hospital Foundation’s 11th Annual Cash Lottery with prizes totalling $18,600. “Tickets have been available to past purchasers since August 1 and sales are off to a good start,” said Lori Pottle, Fund Development Assistant. “Approximately 1,500 of the tickets have already been sold. Now the public can access them and sales typically pick up.” The cost is $10 each, 6/$50 or 12/$100 and tickets have increased this year to 5000 being printed. The top prize is $10,000; second is $2,500; third is $1,500; fourth is $1,000; fifth is
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$500 and 20 additional $100 prizes. Odds of winning are great! Money raised will purchase equipment for the Welland Hospital Site of the Niagara Health System. The foundation’s goal for 2012-2013 is 1 million dollars. The foundation is the main source of funding for equipment purchases and the list this year for the Welland site is close to $7 million. There are more chances with the early bird draw and tickets purchased before Dec. 7, 2012, as we have added $600 in Canadian Tire or Boston Pizza Gift Cards in addition to the $500 cash. The early bird draw will be held on
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More than sufficient space for all pedestrians I have read with interest, the numerous articles regarding this matter based on a complaint filed by one of our many disabled citizens. The articles, as often happens in the media these days, fails to present the matter in a balanced fashion. I too have a disability which affects my walking ability and fully understand the limitations and challenges faced in navigating our walkways & streets. At the
town council’s direction the owner of the cafe was required to work with town staff to develop a feasible strategy for all. It is my understanding that the patio’s street side border must allow a minimum of 6 feet of sidewalk space to the road’s edge. This is more than sufficient space for all pediestrians including mothers/fathers pushing baby carriages to those requiring walkers and wheelchairs. Indeed
Re: Council goes to the dogs. I am a dog lover, but do not currently have one as a pet. The idea of a dog park certainly has it’s merit and I am supportive of it being pursued by both council and the interested parties. But really, do we have to spend $15,000.00 (more than a “bit of money” in my books) of our town’s money to hire a consultant
when we have town planners who I imagine are very competent. And why re-invent the wheel when there are several dog parks within the region in which we could take a look at and learn from them. This issue really feels like something that can go forward without the need to hire yet another consultant. Edie Pett Pelham
Here we go again, The SITE ALTERATION // POWER OF ENTRY BYLAW has reared its ugly head. Our revered Mayor and Council are once again determined to get this very invasive bylaw on the
books. In spite of countless Letters to the Editor, a 350 signature petition, two very well attended public meetings and dozens of emails and phone calls etc to Mayor Dave, Council
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this much allowance is far greater than is afforded on many of our sidewalks. There is a problem, however, when vehicles illegally park in front of the patio’s designated space and infringe on the sidewalk itself. This is a matter the town must address and the solution may be as simple as utilizing these black bollards (or whatever their called) we have seen moved about town
that could be seasonally mounted at the outer edge of the sidewalk and adjacent to the patio area. This would eliminate the illegal parking of vehicles on the sidewalk itself. As we have all witnessed these have become highly mobile icons since their arrival and perhaps this location might well prove worthy of their presence. I also found it difficult to understand what the potential serving of
alcohol has to do with the accessibility issue. The facts above may indicate this may have more to do with a personal view on the use of alcohol disguised as an access issue. I think the town’s elected representatives and staff have done an excellent job in improving the downtown’s street scape and should be commended for their efforts. The outdoor patio
theme adds to the charm of our downtown and has worked well in other communities such as Jordan and Niagara-OnThe-Lake. It would be a pity to abandon this concept based on inaccurate information from one person’s point of view. Brian Gale Fonthill
Mistake made at Quaker 4-way Just recently 4-way stop signs were erected at the intersection of Quaker Road and Clare along with warning signs stating new stop signs ahead. I’m writing this letter for two reasons as follows: Why were there no stop lines painted on Quaker Road on both sides of the intersection, and why were there no pedestrian lines painted on the Quaker Road intersection on both sides? The absence of these lines has created a dangerous intersection not only for the vehicles but also for
the pedestrians. If the police were to set up at this intersection in an unmarked car the fines would be huge. The vehicles in many cases don’t stop, others come to a rolling stop and worst of all if a vehicle stops and then proceeds when it is clear a vehicle right behind this vehicle follows through without stopping. I would suggest all of these offenders refer to the Official MTO Driver’s Handbook on page 45 as follows; (You must come to a complete stop, not a rolling stop FOR ALL stop signs and red traffic
lights. Stop at the stop line (Which is missing on Quaker Road) if it is marked on the pavement. If there is no stop line stop at the cross walk (Which is missing at the Quaker Road intersection). If there is no stop line stop at the cross walk painted or not. If there is no cross walk stop at the edge of the sidewalk, if there is no sidewalk stop at the edge of the intersection.” D.G.Smith Fonthill
Site alteration and power of entry bylaws back Members and Town Staff, all of our objections have fallen on deaf ears. The 23 page draft of this proposed bylaw is available on the Town’s Website and at Town Hall. We encourage everyone to
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read this document and take appropriate action. Remember, this bylaw was originally designed to address the building of berms, but it has expanded to cover almost all aspects of private property. Imagine having town employees (who have been granted more authority than the police) wandering at will any where on your property and even entering buildings without
your permission. Imagine if your children were home alone when this happened? Or what if your dog went after the bylaw officer ? Would your pet be put down? It is time to take action. Write Letters to the Editor, send emails, letters and call Mayor Dave, Council Members, Town Staff like Darren Ottaway (CAO), Craig Larmour and Keegan
Gennings and voice your objections to this total invasion of your privacy. We also need to “DEMAND” an ‘OPEN PUBLIC MEETING’ with ‘FREE SPEECH’ permitted. Time is running out. We only have to October 1 to make our voices heard. Don’t delay. Take action now. Wayne & Lorraine Patterson, Fenwick.
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The advantages of useless stop signs in Pelham It is a melancholy object to those who drive through this great town to see the safety concerns aroused by speeding motorists. Therefore I applaud the Town of Pelham’s increased implementation of stop signs. I know there is always going to be some grumbling from certain townsfolk (the same folks, no doubt, whose questionable affairs have made them vocal opponents to a ByLaw Officer entering their property unannounced) and so I felt I needed to speak out for those of us who appreciate these changes. To begin, there are a number of economic
advantages, such as increased tourist dollars. A drive that once took 15 minutes now takes so long that unprepared tourists are forced to spend the night or risk falling asleep at the wheel. Furthermore, they usually neglect to pack dinner, having foolishly assumed their drive would be short, and so they have to spend even more money at local establishments. And let’s not forget our mechanics. Brake pads installed in Smithville need to be replaced by the time one gets to Welland. If we could throw a few more stop signs along the way, travelers would have to give their money to a
Pelham mechanic, as our roads would keep them from reaching Welland at all (which, if we’re being honest, is another service they should be paying us for). The town will also benefit by the increased levels of traffic safety. Operating a motor vehicle above 50 km/hr is like having well maintained roadways almost impossible. It’s comforting to know that children can be out playing on Foss road at midnight without fear of being struck by some maniac going 80km/hr. Now sure, stop signs increase fuel consumption and emissions, but these are small prices to pay in
order to fix a non-existent problem. Think of the hypothetical lives we could hypothetically be saving. This brings me to my final point. Unlike a drive through Pelham, we shouldn’t stop until we have reached our end goal. Sure, it’s nice to have a four-way stop at every intersection and even at some of the (and I apologize for the crude language) threeway intersections, but what about all of our country roads that are (again, apologies) long and straight? Now I know that book 5 of the Ontario Traffic Manual explicitly states that stop signs are
not intended to be used as speed control devices (http://www.library.mto. gov.on.ca) and that there are actually fairly strict guidelines surrounding when and where to use a stop sign, but I don’t think we should let this hold us back. I think we should ignore the Ontario Traffic Manual the way we ignore the myriad of studies that show stop signs do little to increase safety. Therefore, I propose we institute an Always Stopping System (ASS). By developing policy with our ASS we could eliminate roads with more than 100m of dangerous stop-free driving. Our community would be
safer and wealthier, a pleasure to live in, if not drive through. And so, I conclude this letter with a question for those who are opposed to more stop signs: why do you hate Pelham? Are you some sort of babyeating monster? Just because unnecessary stop signs are an expensive inconvenience with zero upside doesn’t mean they’re not doing any good. I for one say “kudos” to the town and the implantation of their brilliant policy.
In reading thru the submission by Lori D’Ascenzo it became apparent to me that unfortunately she has been misinformed on some points My background is in electronics for the past 50 or so years. I am not any kind of medical expert so I will not comment on those parts of her statements. The electrical system for North America is currently based on a 60 hertz, or for us older folks 60 cycles per second. Way back in the 50’s and early 60’s our electrical system was based on a 50 cycle system. In other words, those 50 cycles and then 60 cycles have been around for a long time. The electric companies in North America converted to 60 cycles from 50 cycles to increase efficiency and to stop the light bulbs from flickering. (I remember that!) Every power line, most light bulbs, your TV,
garage door opener and can opener work using that 60 cycles. Fifty and 60 cycles or Hz. for short are below the Hz level that some people maintain have adverse effects on us. That frequency range, and just above are also used to communicate with submarines over vast distances and depths. The proposed and existing large scale wind turbines generate an alternating current usually based on a 60 cycle per second system. They do not charge large batteries. To simplify things, the turbines are turned off and on remotely as the need arises. The power generated by the turbines is fed directly into the power grid and is not stored, as to the best of my knowledge, science has not come up with a way to store alternating current yet. I have worked with electricity and electronics
at all sorts of frequencies and power levels for over 50 years now. I have a few health issues like most people my age but I really doubt that any of them can be attributed to a “Frequency” issue. I would also like to say that I am sure that the appropriate permits will be obtained before any work is started and that the installations will be inspected to make sure that they are not flawed in anyway and that if a deficiency is found a stop work order will be issued. On a personal note, I live in an area that will probably let me have a turbine or two in my front yard and back yard according to the proposal. The infrastructure involved to put this whole project together is hopefully going to let my neighbors and I move into the 21st century. Our area does not have
REAL High Speed Internet or cable TV or the Fiber Optic offerings that are available just a kilometer or so from us. The turbines communicate with head office via fiber optic lines that will probably run right past my front door. Thanks to Niagara Power our electricity supply is
very reliable but to handle this new capacity they will need to upgrade parts of their system and that will make our electric supply even more reliable. Wind turbines also need to be maintained and inspected on a regular basis. That is going to mean more jobs available for qualified people.
On a final note, there are thousands of wind turbines all over Canada, the United States, and the World for that matter. Are our proposed wind turbines different somehow? Am I missing something? Ray Hyde Fenwick
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many ways you can improve your photography skills to capture all that Mother Nature has to offer.” Mon., Sept. 17 from 6:30 – 8:30. $5. Please register ahead. •Fall Storytime New sessions of Storytime for ages 0-6 begin the week of Sept. 16. Please register ahead. •Estate Planning: It’s For Everyone! Gary Zalot from Memorial Gardens will talk about wills, death benefits, powers of attorney, personal care, finances, pre-arrangement options for cemetery property and funerals, plus the new eco-options that are available. Come and Learn about the benefits and choices of preplanning at Pleasantview’s new Funeral Visitation Centre and Chapel—everything in one convenient location! Free but register ahead. Tues., Sept. 18. 2:00 p.m. •From School Project to Dragon’s Den and Beyond: A Local Entrepreneurship Story Two years ago, Alex Peters and Rohan Mahimker blended into the sea of undergraduate Engineering students at the University of Waterloo. Today, they have a bold vision to change the fate of unsuspecting children for the better with their radical new learning technology - and are gaining significant traction and recognition from educators, children, and fellow entrepreneurs. Pelham entrepreneur, Alex Peters, Co-Founder of SMARTeacher.ca, will tell the story of how they went from regular students to staring down Kevin O’Leary and four of Canada’s fiercest businessmen on Dragon’s Den. SMARTeacher.ca is creating the next generation of education games: a game that customizes its behaviour based on a child’s emotions. Be sure to attend to hear all of the ups-and-downs, adventures, and lessons learned from this young, local entrepreneur. Wed., Sept. 19 at 7:30. $3.00. Please register ahead. •Introduction to Windows 7 This hands-on introductory session will teach you to use Windows 7 effectively. A laptop computer will be provided. You must be able to use a keyboard and a mouse. Sat. Sept. 22 10am-12pm. $5.00 Please register ahead in person. •Folk Icon and Author Sylvia Tyson – Heart of Niagara Reading Series Sylvia has added “novelist” to her list of accomplishments in the release of “Joyner’s Dream.” Sylvia Tyson was one half of the internationally renowned folk duo Ian and Sylvia. Sylvia has recorded ten solo albums since the duo split in 1975, and since 2000 has been recording and performing with the group Quartette. She has also had a distinguished radio and television career, both in music and documentaries. Sylvia Tyson is a member of the Order of Canada and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Tues., Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. $10.00. Buy tickets ahead. Special price of $30 for 4 readings including Brad Smith, Eva Stachniak, and Elizabeth Hay. Special thanks to Zest
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TOWN OF PELHAM NOTICE OF DRAFT SITE ALTERATION BY-LAW The Town is considering the introduction of a Site Alteration By-Law to help protect the environment, maintain water quality and preserve natural heritage and archaeological features. A By-law of this nature would limit grading, topsoil removal, and placing of fill on sites prior to receiving the appropriate approvals. If you are interested in commenting on this proposal you may obtain a copy of a draft By-law by visiting the Town’s website www.pelham.ca or the Town Hall at 20 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill. Written comments will be received until Monday, October 01, 2012: by mail to Town of Pelham, Planning & Development Department, 20 Pelham Town Square, PO Box 400, Fonthill ON L0S 1E0; by facsimile to (905) 892.5055; or by e-mail to clarmour@pelham.ca Notice Of Collection - Personal information collected as a result of this public information meeting is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and may be used to assist in making a decision on this matter. All names, addresses, opinions and comments collected will be made available for public disclosure.
Fonthill. We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, which last year invested $154 million to bring the arts to Canadians throughout the country. •Clothing Sale Donations of gently-used clothing now being accepted for our new fall fundraiser. Build up your new wardrobe inexpensively with our pre-loved clothing and accessories. Opens Mon., Oct. 15 at 5:00 and continues during open hours until Sat. at 5:00. Sat. fill a bag for $5.00. GENERAL INFORMATION •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 harbors 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 The hydro utility requires that a pole number be provided when reporting the problem Town of Pelham e-mail address: clerks@pelham.ca Visit our Web site at www.pelham.ca
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TOWN OF PELHAM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Town of Pelham Community and Infrastructure Services department is now accepting resumes for the following position: PART TIME SEASONAL ARENA CASHIER/ CONCESSION OPERATOR ($10.98/hour) Reporting directly to the Manager of Community Services, the Part Time Seasonal Arena Cashier/ Concession Operator will be responsible for collecting public skating admission fees and preparing cash transaction summaries. This position will also be responsible for food preparation and assisting in preparing the canteen for day to day operation. Cashier and Food handling experience is preferred. PART TIME SEASONAL ARENA HELPERS ($10.98/hour) Reporting directly to the Manager of Recreation and Cemetery Facilities, the Part Time Seasonal Arena Helpers will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the arena building, equipment and ice surface in order to provide a clean and safe facility. This position performs ice patrol functions to ensure patrons comply with the rules associated with public skating in the arena. Candidates must be able to skate. The successful candidates will have superior customer service skills, a positive attitude and currently attending high school or possess a High School Graduate Diploma Grade 12. Hours of work will involve nights and weekends commencing October 1, 2012 to April 1, 2013. Resumes must be submitted directly through the Town of Pelham website at www.pelham.ca by 12:00 noon Friday, September 14, 2012. Submissions are accepted under career opportunities under the Town Hall menu. Resumes must quote the position and be addressed to Sarah Thompson, Human Resources and Payroll Specialist. We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit their resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act, all information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will only be used during the selection process for the subject posting.
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Local couple to talk about novel at library BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff A trip to Cuba, discussions with a friend and scholar of Hemingway, years of personal interest in the American author, and a “what if” way of thinking has combined to create a novel written by a Pelham couple. Wayne Frazer and Eleanor Johnston came up with the idea for Hemingway’s Island about a year and a half ago. Frazer, the “thinker, collaborator and educator” of the writing team took care of the details while Johnston did the creative writing, admitting to getting lost in scenes and characters as she wrote. Talking together later they would decide what worked, what didn’t, and come up with more ideas for the book. “He had the forest lined up,” said Johnston, remarking that Frazer
could see the bigger picture while Johnston often focused on individual scenes in the book. Frazer, who has been interested in Hemingway since grad school, said his former professor at McMaster is an authority on Hemingway. The professor travelled to Cuba, with Castro’s permission, to catalogue the thousands of books Hemingway left behind in his library. The trip, says Frazer, was full of intrigue and he often talked with his professor and friend about that trip and Hemingway’s life. The stories, it was suggested, should be written down and turned into a book. Frazer says those talks and suggestions, along with his personal interest in Hemingway and trip to Cuba with his wife all worked to start the idea of the book. Flipping through a photo album full of pictures of
their vacation to Cuba, Johnston points to a photo and comments that scene is in the book. A lot of the intrigue from his professor’s trip made it in to the novel as well, says Frazer. Hemingway’s Island is a fictionalized history of Hemingway’s time in Cuba as seen through his fourth wife Mary’s writings during their last week together and a modern Canadian grad student’s search for Mary’s lost writings. “It was a very sad time,” said Johnston of that last week, noting Hemingway was drinking heavily, depressed and also being investigated by the FBI at the time. Frazer notes the FBI’s notes on Hemingway are available online by simply “googling” for them, adding many felt Hemingway was paranoid at that time but there is proof he was being watched. The grad student hears about Mary’s lost
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transcripts from this time and travels to Cuba in search of them. “His adventures make up the bulk of the novel,” says Frazer. The book. self-published this summer, and the way they fictionalized history, will be the topic of discussion when Frazer and Johnston visit the
Pelham Public Library on Monday, Sept. 10. Johnston and Fraser will also have copies of the book available for sale and signing. Cost is $4. Talk begins at 7:30 p.m. Those interested are asked to register ahead at the library. Johnston, who has two other books published
including a “gentler” novel called The Blessing Game and a self’-help book for young parents and teachers call Parent Teacher Interviews, notes Hemingway’s Island is available for purchase at www.wayneandeleanor. com.
FENWICK Authors, and retired teachers, Eleanor Johnston and Wayne Frazer will be speaking about their novel, Hemingway’s Island, at the Pelham Public Library on Monday, Sept. 5. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo
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Bikers, bands, and backpacks full of supplies BY SARAH MURRELL VOICE Staff Bikers are scary. They’re a bunch of rough men, and women, we should really stay away from. That’s a stereotype. An old-fashioned cliche that doesn’t apply anymore. It’s a notion so out of date a group of local bikers set out this summer to prove not only are they not scary, they’re generous, giving and, well, nice. Elliott Robbins, an Independent Rider, explained a group of riders put on bike nights every Wednesday at the Allstar in Fonthill. Each week they raised money and collected nonperishable food items. Robbins said some of the funds were raised for Breast Cancer research and support programs while the rest was used to go on a shopping spree and buy school supplies. The school supplies and non-perishable food
were donated to Pelham Cares on Aug. 29. The Independent Riders, basically a group of riders who are not affiliated with any specific club, wanted to show people they are just riders and do something good for the community, said Robbins. The purchase of school supplies, a large pile of backpacks, pens, paper and books in front of the band at the Allstar, was in response to Pelham Cares’ call for school supplies to help out families struggling to meet all of the back to school needs of their kids. “Allstar has been great, the band really helped out,” said Robbins, noting the fundraising went on throughout the summer and even garnered some large donations from the public. “We wouldn’t be here without them.” The riders plan to do the same next year.
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A GROUP of Independent Bikers made a large donation of school supplies to Pelham Cares last week, after a summer of Bike Nights at the Allstar in Fonthill. Making the presentation to Beth Cotter (second from left) of Pelham Cares are Darlene Murdock (left), Larry Davidson, Elliott Robbins, Mike Lagace and members of the band Hemi 69, (standing) Tim Oliver, Paul Devine, Dennis Reimer adn Derrek Carr. Sarah Murrell/Voice Photo
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Town’s new Triathlon Club enjoys the season
THE TOWN OF Pelham Triathlon Club, front, sitting (Left to right): Seth Samson, Keagan Alexander, Syndey Alexander, Clara VanDyk, Alexa MasseyMiddle row (Left to right): Taylor Demers, Pooja Senthil, Kaitlyn Palmateer, Emma VanDyk, Jillian VanDyk, Abigail Shatford, Lorien SamsonBack row (Left to right): Anna VanDyk (biking), Aakash Senthil (biking), Laura Mannell, Torey Craig, Julia Burke, Nick Tavares, Ben Dickson, Jared Naar, Clayton VanDyk, Cole Bonsignore, Andrea Mannell, Giordana Scodellaro (biking)Absent from photo: Derian Free, Joshua Gibson, Meghan Pellow, Lannie Seddon, Coaches Rachel Kirkup and Chris Russell /Special to the Voice This summer Pelham youth had the opportunity to train in the sport of Triathlon to increase their physical activity, develop an appreciation for fitness and, in some cases, win triathlons. The idea for the club was conceived by Andrea Mannell and Rachel Kirkup, two
members of the Town of Pelham Recreation staff. Members of the Pelham Triathlon Club had the opportunity to attend up to four practices per week – two focusing on running and swimming at the Marlene Stewart Streit Pool and two focusing on running and biking
at the Pelham Arena. The club members began practicing in July in preparation for participating in the Trikids Triathlon at Ridley College on August 26. Members also competed in other triathlons throughout the summer:Nick Tavares competed in the Subaru Niagara Triathlon
in the “Give it a Try”; placed 9th/326 overall and 3rd in age category; Derian Free placed first in the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Triathlon in Parry Sound; and Jared Naar competed in the Subaru Guelph Lake Triathlon in the “Give it a Try” on Sept. 1. Next summer organizers
and coaches hope to begin the club in the spring so that older members may train to participate in the Welland Triathlon in June. The club was coached by Andrea Mannell, Chris Russell, Rachel Kirkup, Laura Mannell, Torey Craig and Cole Bonsignore.
Pelham Soccer Club teams finish strong season My Place Red Flames team went undefeated this season The My Place Red Flames soccer team went undefeated this season, but had to play hard to get most of those wins as many games were won by one goal. The eight teams of round robin were fairly matched with the top four teams and the bottom four teams being equal. Playoffs were just that with a top tier of 4 and a bottom tier.
The semi final game of playoffs was against the Purple team. The game was tied after regulation play and we went into sudden death play. (It was starting to get dark out because the game started at 7pm) We won by Ben Wynia kicking the ball into the 18 yard box from the side line and Kate Druzina scoring with a one touch into the net. The Final Championship
game was on Saturday August 25th vs the Navy team. After some great passing by both teams the score was 1 nothing for Navy after the first half. The second half was all Flames with Ben Wynia getting the lone goal in the second half. The Flames had Jacob Kalaillieff, Ben Wynia, Julia Germano, Rayce Cote and Grace Skinner passing well on forward and George Kleiboer, Tess Burgess,
The Accipiter Radar Red team played with heart and soul this season; our standing certainly not reflective of the team’s enthusiasm and commitment. Elijah, Ethan and Mateo, with their speed and terrific ball control, were the team’s lead strikers, responsible for the majority of our goals and passing play. Amanda, Devon, Lauren, Sophie and Sydney were our
jacks-of-all trade, willingly playing defense, mid-field or forward, depending on what was needed, and regularly running the length of the field to help out teammates. Our trio of “K’s” – Krystyna, Krista and Kylie – typically led our defensive efforts: checking opponents, clearing the ball and making expert throw-ins to move the game up field. Last – but certainly
not least – Cole was our redoubtable goalkeeper, frequently keeping the team in the game with his terrific saves. When he wasn’t in net, Cole was also a great contributor on the field. At the end of the season, we achieved what Pelham Soccer is about – fun, fair play, skill development and love of the game. Thanks Accipiter for making this possible!
Accipiter Radar Red team
and Kate Druzina working hard in the midfield and Jenna Mergl, Connor Robins and Lochlan Ridley holding the fort on Defense. Goalies for the team were Ben Wynia, Tess Burgess, Rayce Cote and Connor Robins. The
two 5 minute halves of overtime were scoreless which led to shootout. Ben Wynia was the goalie for the Flames during the shootout and he made some key saves. After 3 shooters for each team there were no goals
scored. Until it was Jenna Mergl’s turn who shot the ball high off the post and in to be the game winning goal! All players improved so much over the summer, which was so exciting to see. Congratulations to My Place Red Flames!
As we come to the conclusion of another soccer season, the squirt soccer team would like to say a special Thanks to our sponsor, Lifetime Vision Centre. We are very grateful to you for your support and for making our season possible. The team members for the “Lifetime Vision Purple Panthers” were Emily Bradley, Emma Hilts, Carly Malaschenko, Emily Shatford, Levi Broughton, Jonathan Hayes, Colton Morrison, Crystal Coyne, Emily Tremeer, Connor Eller, Iain Macfarlane, Braedon
Sibbett, Madeline Killeen, and Seth Gimblett-Kelley. Joining Coach Lee Winger was first time Coach Dalton Malaschenko, who at just 12 years old proved to be an excellent assistant. The coaches were tremendously proud of each of the players for their dedication and hard work throughout the season, and wouldn’t have traded any of them for anything. They were the greatest bunch of kids to coach that you could ever wish for. They struggled courageously through the season, and continued to show steady signs of
improvement until at their very final game they put together a tremendous effort in an exciting 3 - 4 game against the Red Team - Accipiter Radar, coming so very close to their first win of the season. Thanks to each of the refs for their great job in officiating each of the games, and thanks to each of the parents for the great half-time and end-of-game snacks. And thanks to everyone who looked after the playing field and our practice field, and kept them in such good shape throughout the season.
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The U12 Interlock Panthers capped off a nearly perfect season with a convincing 5-1 win over Niagara on the Lake to capture the championship medals.After going 7-1-2 in the regular season and finishing in first place, the Sawmill Golf Course Panthers faced Thorold Orange in the first round of the playoffs. The only team to take points from Pelham this season, Thorold was a huge test for the local side. However all of the players rose to the challenge, playing their best and most complete game of the season. In particular, the defense line of Jacob Gula, Matt
Mancini, Mike Dueck and Taia Mussari snuffed out every push by the bigger Thorold forwards. Alexa Goedee delivered her best game of the year, stepping in to some hard tackles against Thorold’s biggest and most dangerous forward. In the end, the offense did enough with goals from Richard Bronn and Ryan Dykstra. Goalie Dean Coates earned the clean sheet for the 2-0 win that put Pelham into the championship final.Against Niagara on the Lake, the team faced another challenge, operating with a single substitution. On this night, the game belonged to the offense. Though
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the first half finished scoreless, most of the action was in the offensive end. Midfielders Patrick Bronn and Zack Browne controlled the play and worked the ball wide to wingers Kora Masse and Eric Wilson. But early in the second half, the near misses started to hit the net. Dykstra and Wilson each scored twice, and Richard Bronn scored on a breakaway. Also putting forward their best games of the season were Ethan Wellman on defense and Audrey Morrison on the wing. Niagara on the Lake scored one late in the game, but overall they barely threatened
the Pelham 18 yard box. Coaches Paul and Hayden Paterson would like to
thank all of the players and parents for their hard work and commitment this
summer that contributed to the success. See you next season.
The Sawmill Golf Course Panthers celebrate their championship victory over Niagara on the Lake: front row, from left, Kora Masse, Audrey Morrison, Dean Coates, Nolan Paterson, Ethan Wellman and Patrick Bronn. Back row, from left, Paul Paterson, Michael Dueck, Matt Mancini, Ryan Dykstra, Zach Browne, Eric Wilson, Richard Bronn, Hayden Paterson. Absent for the game were Rowan L’Ecuyer, Taia Mussari, Jacob Gula, Alexa Goedee and Abhi Thosar.
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Josh DeHaan Flooring 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. Tuesdays 7 p.m. Tuesday Night Bingo, St. Ann’s Parish, 834 Canboro Rd., Fenwick. Chance to win $100. Wheelchair accessible. Info 905-892-6123. •Tuesdays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. SPAN (Single Professional Association of Niagara) meets at Bailey’s 111 Highway 20 East Fonthill - for info: Janine 905-688-4358 •Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. A Cappella Niagara Men’s Chorus invites singers for fun, fellowship, and fabulous 4-part harmony. Meets at St. John Ambulance, 5734 Glenholme Ave., Niagara Falls. Info: Bob 892-2336 • Wednesdays - 1st & 3rd of the each month, at 2 p.m. Pelham Community Church Worship Service, 461 Canboro Rd, Fenwick. •Thursdays (first Thursday of every month) 1:30 p.m. to p.m. SOS (Survivors of Stroke), a welcoming and caring environment to meet other survivors of stroke and caregivers and exchange and receive information in a friendly and social environment. Everyone is welcome. Info call Ann 905-892-1621 • Fridays at 7:30 p.m. - Euchre at North Pelham Youth Hall, 1718 Maple St. $3 admission. Call Rose for info: 905-892-3408. •Saturdays, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bingo at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 613 Fonthill, 141 Regional Road 20. •GET GAME. If you’re 55 and older and are finding yourself more bored and isolated with time, the Ontario Senior Games Association (OSGA) has the answer. Get game. Whether you like card games, lawn bowling, horseshoes or active sports like tennis or hockey, join the OSGA for fellowship, friendly competition and a more active lifestyle. Info www.ontarioseniorgames.ca • 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. •Interested in singing with the Robert Wood Singers? We inivte you to join us this September as we start the 2012 season. We are a choir that sings a wide varity of music and welcome soprano, alto, tenor and bass voices.
Please contact Barb Snopek at 905-735-6425 or at joe. snopek020@sympatico.ca to arrange details. •Volunteers Needed in Fonthill, Fenwick, Ridgeville. Community Support Services of Niagara offers programs and services that allow seniors to live in their own homes independently. CSSN is currently recruiting volunteers for the Meals on Wheels program, Friendly Visiting program and also requires volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments. Offer flexible hours and mileage reimbursement. Call Laura Dumas at 905-788-3181 ext. 27 or email ldumas@csn. on.ca. UPCOMING Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012 • 4:30 p.m. 4th Annual Pelham Family Run/Walk. Registration at 4:30 p.m. outside Lewis Family Chiropractic. Call 905892-6200 for details. Supports Pelham Cares. • 7 p.m. Friends Club First Dance of the Season, Westminster United Church Hall, Queenston Street, St. Catharines. Live music, prizes and refreshments. Info 905358-8089. Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012 • 9:30 am Pelham Community Church Rally Sunday, Halaloo the Clown, BBQ and Family Carnival following the service, 461 Canboro Rd., Fenwick • 11 am Ovarian Cancer Walk For Hope, Harold Black Park. Walk or donate to help raise funds for Ovarian Cancer research. Donate or register online ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca. Info 289-897-8903.
Monday, Sept. 10, 2012 • 7 - 8 p.m. Registration for Fonthill Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts. at Fonthill United Church, 42 Church Hill, Fonthill • 7:30 p.m. Hemingway’s Island Fenwick authors Eleanor Johnston and Wayne Fraser invite their audience to join them in a cold “nojito” and in “Imagining Hemingway” through their extensive research, through their novel “Hemingway’s Island” and through a slide show of Hemingway’s Cuba. Hemingway’s Island is a rich adventure that explores Hemingway’s last, wild days in Cuba. Books for sale and signing. $4.00. Please register ahead. Pelham Public Library, Fonthill. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012 • 9 am - 12 pm Rockway Community Centre, Alzheimer’s Coffee Break. Enjoy a cup of coffee, a muffin or slice of sweet bread and support Alzheimer’s Society of Niagara. Donations accepted, receipts for donations over $10. Bring a friend or come alone. 2012 regional Rd. 69, West St. Catharines. Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012 • 6:30 p.m. Social Hour, meeting at 7:30 p.m. Niagara Heritage Quilters’ Guild meeting featuring Karen Wold of Toronoto with atrunk show called A Sampler for Quilters. Merritton Community Centre. Saturday, Oct. 20 • 1 - 5 pm The 7th Pelham (District) High School Reunion at Sparrow Lakes Golf Club, 105 Pelham Street. Registration is $10 at the door. Info: pelhamhighreunion7@ gmail.com or 905-892-7090.
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Fenwick Softball’s Junior fast-pitch season ended Saturday. Allied Marine came in first place in the regular season and were Playoff Champions. Thanks to their Coach Aaron Belding and assistants Wiebe Van der Kerk & C.J. Dam. Duiliban Insurance came second in the season and second in the playoffs. Thanks to their coach Rick Thompson and assistant Barry Lawrence. Also special thanks to Junior sponsors and coaches: Gilbert’s Flowers with their coach Dave Hillhouse and Niagara Pre-Hung Doors with their coaches Dana Reece, Chad Free and Todd Farion. Thanks so much to all our sponsors and coaches! Hope to see all of you again next year! /Special to the Voice
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