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Progressive Conservative MPP for Niagara West-Glanbrook, Sam Oosterhoff dropped by the Fonthill Legion over the weekend to meet with a small group of 15 supporters. His stopover at the Legion was one of three on his tour of the riding during the annual New Year levee on Saturday, Jan. 7. Oosterhoff also visited the Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery in Beamsville and the Community Centre in Mount Hope. Since taking over Tim Hudak’s seat at Queen’s Park last November, the firstyear Brock University student said that he has had a lot to learn. “The first few months in any job there is always a big learning curve, but caucus
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has really got behind me,” said Oosterhoff. “The local guys have been great too. The NDP MP Wayne Gates and Jim Bradley have both approached me to offer their help if there was anything I needed.” Although he hasn’t spent much time at Queen’s Park because of the holiday break, Oosterhoff says that he is already frustrated with Premier Kathleen Wynne and the Liberals for doing nothing to bring down the rising cost of hydro. He said he was glad to see Premier Wynne admit that her government made a mistake by allowing hydro rates to skyrocket, but he does not understand why the Liberal are continuing to make the same errors. “If you make a mistake you don’t just keep doing the
Column Six Training: Snobs are right BY JOHN SWART
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You may recognize the type. They’re the ones that are ‘training’ while you're just exercising. They’re all intensity, intervals, personal bests—so pedantic we label them training snobs. You might want to rethink this, because with the improved results that training yields compared to moderate exercise, there’s a bunch more at stake than snob-appeal. The Public Health agency of Canada suggests that 2.5 hours of activity per week is the threshold for achieving the benefits of exercising. Ten years ago the recommendation was an hour per See TRAINING Page 12
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Computers and Pelham seniors: Some like them not BY JOHN SWART
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“If someone really wants to talk to me, they'll pick up the phone," grumbles Uncle George, donning his old curmudgeon ball cap. We all have an aunt, uncle, parent, or maybe even a spouse or partner, who feels that using a computer, tablet or smart phone is beyond them, or refuses on principle to become involved. Many studies, including
the Pew Research Center's "Internet and American Life Project,” confirm there There is no doubt that seniors who are computer literate, even to a small degree, are likely to enjoy many social and health benefits, some of which are summarized below. There are cognitive benefits. Keeping active physically is important, but social activity also helps to elevate mood and speed the healing process. Using social media and computer
Do we do enough to keep our seniors connected online? games can assist seniors to maintain cognitive function as they age. There’s also the battle against depression . Older adults who use the internet, especially social media, to keep in touch with family and friends, experience 20% fewer incidents of depression. There is increased independence. When se-
niors can learn about government programs, health advances, music, culture, or fact-check their friends on their own, they will maintain their independence, and frequently their ability to stay in their home, much longer. For those brand new to the internet, these advantages can be life-altering.
A 2013 survey by Statistics Canada shows the trends. In 2010, 40% of Canadians aged 65 and over used the internet. That grew to 47% by 2012, just two years later. For 16 to 44 year olds, the rate is 97%. Where seniors access the internet is significantly different from the younger population. Almost all seniors, 83%, use the internet from home, while only about 5% use public libraries, 4% use a handheld device, and about 19% use a
friend or family's device. So how does the Pelham Public Library rank when it comes to supporting senior internet users? Elaine Anderson, Public Services Coordinator for the library, explains that programs available include computing 101, word processing, new Windows versions, etc. The library gives these offerings jazzy names, like “Mousercize,” “Rent-a Geek,” and “Tech Tips.” Most seniors See SENIORS Page 11
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here's plenty of meat in this week's paper, thanks once more in large part to the tireless efforts of Nate Smelle and John Swart. Nate drops in on a Tai Chi class for a quick interview and ends up staying for two hours. He's now more centered than ever. Following on from his in-depth piece on senior housing issues in Pelham, John explores whether seniors in town have enough access to the online world, while our editorial this week asks whether sometimes the Luddites get it right. (It seems that the jury is perpetually out on this one.) After reading John's article and the editorial, proofreader Julian Roberts suggested that we add a warning: For seniors new to the online world, don't read comment sections on websites. Apoplexy may result. He makes an excellent point. There is something about the remove of a computer and keyboard that gives license to the most foul, inhumane treatment. Call it cyber-bullying, or call it evidence of mental illness that's far more prevalent than estimated, the amount of abuse hurled online is nearly unbelievable. It was all too evident when the Voice ran a series of articles late last autumn on the Short Hills deer hunt. The personal, vitriolic attacks made against the paper and its staff by animal rights activists were no less despicable for being predictable. Pro-hunt protesters were targets, too. One woman told the paper that she feared simply walking through the grocery store as a result of being identified as a hunt supporter. Realtor Debbie Pine tells us that the local market is not suffering from winter's chill. The heat goes on with a 16% rise in Pelham home value from last year. The average December 2015 sales price was $426,544; the average December 2016 price was $508,300.
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SURVEY OF THE WEEK RESULTS In last week's paper we asked you to tell us which issues—national, regional, or local—were most important for you as we head into 2017. This wasn't multiple-choice, but open to any text that a respondent cared to enter. The results are presented above in the form of a "word cloud," a graphical presentation that bases the size of each word on the frequency with which it occurred in the responses. Among the 87 respondents, quite a few included the word "Mayor" in their answer. Hydro was next, speeding and council were about tied. Answers relating to the Mayor ranged from direct ("Impeach the mayor") to more elaborate and colourful phrasing, though tending toward a similar sentiment. Certain vocabulary has been blurred or blocked. Much the same was volunteered concerning Pelham Town Council. High hydro rates were a concern for many, as was the incidence of speeding traffic in town.
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Slow-motion therapy: Taoist Tai Chi comes to Pelham
Students practice the ancient art of Tai Chi at the Fonthill United Church on Thursday, Jan. 4. NATE SMELLE PHOTO BY NATE SMELLE
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As the Taoist sage Lao Tzu once wrote, “Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” On Thursday, Jan. 4, a small group of Pelham residents took their first step towards living a healthier, happier and more harmonious way of life by joining a class of 20 practitioners of the ancient art of Tai Chi. Hosted by the non-profit Taoist Tai Chi Society, a team of three instructors guided the group through a beginner’s class in moving meditation. Based on the teachings of the Fung Loy Kok Institute, each movement is intended to help students attain a sense of spiritual stillness, clarity and wisdom, while cultivating a balanced, relaxed and healthy body. The Institute was founded by Taoist monk Moy Lin-Shin when he began sharing his knowledge of the Taoist arts in 1970, with, according to the Institute, the goal of helping others achieve harmony within themselves and with the world. Instructor Dave Kelly was one of the instructors leading the class through the series of 108 meditational movements at the
Approach based on 1970 interpretation of ancient practice by Taoist monk Moy Lin-Shin Fonthill United Church on this cold winter evening. Speaking from his own personal practice, and drawing insight from his students’ experiences, he said he has seen how Tai Chi helps individuals in their own way. Because each of the movements can be adapted to suit the physical capabilities of any practitioner, the benefits it provides are accessible to everyone. "I encourage everyone to do the movements at their own speed and according to their own physical limits," Kelly told the class. "We all had a different path to get here, and we all have our own path going forward." Since Sharon West began practicing Tai Chi four years ago, she has noticed that her balance, flexibility and overall health have improved substantially. Diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2013, West signed up for a Tai Chi class in hopes of gaining strength and preventing herself from breaking any bones if she fell. Acknowledging the current state
of her health, West says the healing affects she has experienced through Tai Chi have been remarkable. "My bone density has improved without taking any medications since I started taking Tai Chi," said West. "My energy levels have also got a lot better and my blood pressure has dropped. The more I think about it the more I realize how it has improved my health on so many levels.” Continuing Level instructor Cathy Young has also experienced the healing potential of Tai Chi firsthand. Five months ago, Young was on the operating table going through quadruple bypass heart surgery. On this snowy night in Fonthill she was one of the three instructors assisting new students during the moving meditation. She first discovered the benefits of Tai Chi after her husband began having trouble with his knees 15 years ago. Not wanting to endure the painful limitations of mobility her husband was experiencing, she decided to sign
up and add a dose of preventative medicinal movements to her weekly schedule. Young's doctor recently told her this decision helped her to delay the heart surgery she had last July by at least 10 years. Young said Tai Chi focuses on far more than just one’s own health. There is a social aspect to it as well, she explained because it is also a way to improve the health and quality of life of others. "Taoism is all about compassion," she said. "We get people from all over the world who come out to our classes when they are in town, and it is always a very friendly atmosphere. All of our instructors are volunteers and we do it because we like it, and because we have seen how it benefits people and we want to help others." The Fung Loy Kok Institute/ Taoist Tai Chi Society currently claims some 45,000 members in 26 countries around the world. Every Thursday evening the group returns to the Fonthill United Church to host a class from 7:30PM until 9PM. Kelly encourages anyone interested in experiencing the benefits of Tai Chi to drop in and give it a try. Classes are also held each week in St. Catharines and at various locations throughout Niagara.
IN THE NEWS Break, enter and theft of vehicle
Police say that overnite January 3 to 4, on Sumbler Road near Centre Street, entry was made to an unlocked garage in this rural area of Pelham. Thieves took a 2013 Canam X10 ATV, black in colour, no plates, but police have the serial number on file. Police advise that rural
residents are often lulled into a state of safety and security due to remote or out of the way locations which cause them to leave buildings, garages, and vehicles unlocked and not secured. Police caution that thieves are on the prowl everywhere no matter the location, and citizens should be diligent in locking and securing their property all times.
Stolen auto
Taken overnight December 21-22 from a residence on Berkwood Place near Berkhout Terrace was a 2014 Chevrolet Impala, white, 4 -door. There are no suspects at this time.
Third stunt charge in 10 months
The Niagara Regional Police Service Traffic En-
forcement Unit has charged a 20-year-old male driver from Stoney Creek with stunting. The driver was driving 136 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Highway 20 in West Lincoln. Police say that this is the third time this driver has been charged with stunting in the last 10 months. The driver will have his drivers license suspended
for 7 days, and the vehicle he was driving will be impounded for 7 days. The penalties for stunt driving include a $2,000 - $10,000 dollar fine, license suspension for up to 2 years, 7 demerit points and increased insurance rates. With multiple stunting charges, this driver could face a possible jail sentence.
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Jeannine Rogers of Niagara Falls is celebrating after winning $100,000 with ENCORE. The winning ticket was purchased at Avondale on Stanley Avenue in Niagara Falls. Jeannine matched six of seven winning numbers on her ENCORE selection to win the prize.
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ITH HIS USUAL indepth rigour, John Swart tells us this week about Pelham seniors and their use (or not) of computers, the internet and email. Research shows that there remains a percentage of seniors reluctant to adopt computer technology, a finding just as true in Pelham as elsewhere. There is a tendency for those pluggedin to the online world to tut-tut at older friends and family who aren’t, lamenting that they’re losing out by not jumping aboard the digital bandwagon. But these ornery holdouts, these anti-technology party-poopers, they aren’t necessarily wrong. Without some smarts you don’t make it to your eighth or ninth decade. Maybe it’s the most mature among us who see that for every improvement technology brings there is a corresponding detriment, a piper to pay, and these seniors are done paying him. In 1950, at lunch one day in the Los Alamos National Laboratory canteen, the physicist Enrico Fermi famously blurted-out, “Where are they?” His fellow sandwich-eat-
ing physicists understood immediately. Fermi meant, with so many billions of planets in the universe and the odds of extra-terrestrial life so high, why was there no evidence of it? Where, he was asking, were all the aliens?
It’s not necessarily the technology that's bad; it's the speed with which it's spreading The Fermi Paradox remains 67 years later, another seven decades in which evidence of alien life has yet to turn up. Some say that the reason is obvious, found not in theology but in psychology. It is in the nature of intelligent life to destroy itself, goes the argument. Once nuclear capability is attained, once planetary resources are ex-
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Letters Pancake Lane speeding solution: Where is the Town? For more than 20 years we have called Fonthill our home. For 15 of the past 20 years we have agonized over the speed of traffic and the absolute lack of speed limit enforcement in the Town of Pelham. Over the past 15 years, in our little corner of Pelham, we have petitioned the town, we have begged law enforcement and I have served on the now defunct Community Policing Committee, trying to get some
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kind of effective action on speed control along the western section of Pancake Lane. We have watched as this town has dithered for years, doing “traffic studies,” painting useless lines and, once or twice, erecting a mobile speed radar to make drivers aware of their speed. None of which has had any effect slowing traffic along this stretch of road. We have asked for a stop sign to be erected at the foot of either Blackwood or Cherry. We have asked that “speed humps” be installed in a similar fashion to those installed along Haist, between A.K. Wigg Public School and Welland Rd. We have requested increased enforcement. We were given none of these things. We were told that according to engineering principles of traffic control, a stop sign is not warranted. We were told that speed humps are not warranted. All this time, as we have watched nothing happen
Why can't the Town of Pelham...help the residents of this town feel safe...
except increased speeding along Pancake Lane, the Town has installed two absolutely useless crossing signals on Pelham St. The one at the intersection of Pancake Lane and Pelham St. is the biggest waste of taxpayer money that I have seen. I have not witnessed a single pedestrian using this traffic light since its installation. That is not to say it has not been used, but as a resident of Pancake Lane, you would think that I would have had occasion to witSee SPEEDING Page 5
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Minister's NPCA self-audit decision irresponsible
Obliteration of name also obliterates history
As a resident of Pelham, and also a member of its Town Council, I am outraged that Ontario's Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, Kathryn McGarry, has shunned her government's responsibility in overseeing a branch of the provincial government, namely the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, and that she has assured the public that this group is capable of doing an honest self-audit. Such hogwash. Did she not read the allegations? Did she not read the resolutions from the vast majority, if not all, of the involved municipal governments, of which our town was one, asking—nay, demanding—that
I believe that education is the foundation of our existence. One of the most important stages of our growing up is what we are taught by our parents and teachers. They provide direction to who we become in life. We learn values and how to treat others with respect and empathy through education. I applaud the insight and vision for the future that the Minister of Education, Ms.Mitzie Hunter, has defined by setting a course in Ontario on December 9, 2016 to promote student success and well being. I think a quote by author George Orwell captures the importance of a solid historical foundation in each person’s life. He said, "The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history." To change the name of a school that so many generations attended and will continue to attend, for no valid reason, is a crime against their history and memories of growing up. The children who attended, their siblings and families are all affected by the unacceptable decision to rename E.W. Farr Memorial School. P. Bryant Fenwick
the provincial government do its duty and ensure that a branch of its government is conducting itself in an honourable way, that it is following its own regulations in regards to such simple things as the tendering of bids and conflict of interest protocols? Shame on McGarry and her provincial cohorts for trying to shun their responsibilities. I can only hope that McGarry reconsiders her flawed decision, and does the right thing for the taxpayers of this province They most certainly deserve better. Marv Junkin Councillor, Town of Pelham
Growls of thanks from Fenwick Lions
Emily Rose event a success due to generosity and kindness
The Fabulous Fenwick Lions Club would like to thank the residents of Fenwick and surrounding area for their support of our Santa Claus Parade this past December 10, making it even better than 2015. I would also like to thank the following for their support: Our Santa Claus Parade Committee, and our Chairperson Lion Trevor Philbrick, for their hard work; the participants in the parade; the area merchants for their monetary donations or service donations; the Town of Pelham; our fellow Fenwick Lions and Lionesses; Bethany Christian Reformed Church for use of their parking lot and hall; Mark Temple for pro-
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the numerous businesses, friends, clients, colleagues, volunteers, family members, newspapers, and random people that helped make this dream a reality. What started out as a simple thought a few weeks ago has turned into this epic event and we are all very honoured to have been a part of it. Thank you to both the Town of Pelham and City of Welland for jumping on board this benefit hockey game and to both mayors who, without hesitation, stepped up to be part of it. Also to the numerous people who, just because they saw the benefit advertised, decided they wanted to help celebrate the life of Emily Rose Brettell and ensure her legacy. With all the money raised from this benefit hockey game, a new boat will be purchased and named after Emily. Also scholarships will be set up at her high school, E.L. Crossley Secondary School. A huge thank you to both hockey teams, Team Welland and Team Crossley, for stepping up for the charity hockey game. And to our officials and announcers who graciously donated their talents. We hope everyone who was able to attend this event and participate will remember it for a long time and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all your generosity. Dominic and Cristina Aiello Debbie and Gary Pine Pelham
viding music at the park; last but not least Santa himself for taking the time from his very busy schedule to attend the parade and to talk to our children about their Christmas wish- list after the parade back at Centennial Park. While all the children were waiting to talk to Santa, gallons of hot chocolate, cider, coffee, chili and many hot dogs were served by the Fenwick Lions and Lionesses. Once again, thank you for your support. Jeff Pickup President-Fabulous Fenwick Lions Club Fenwick
Wishes for a free-speech New Year What to hope for in 2017: Rising above all others is the hope that in our deliberations to find meaning in life and to the belief systems that anchor us and give us purpose, we need not fear the disagreements to our answers. Many universities and other edu-
SPEEDING continued from Page 4 ness someone using this signal. Now the Town has decided that the safety of residents on the northern section of Haist St. is important enough to install the absolutely mind-boggling chicane. This is to control speed along a section of road roughly half the length of the western section of Pancake Lane. I cannot understand why this ridiculous traffic control device was approved and installed when Pancake Lane remains a speedway and an accident waiting to happen. Pancake Lane is a popular pedestrian and cycling route. I see leisure walkers out for a stroll, fitness enthusiasts out for a run, cyclists, folks walking dogs, parents pushing strollers and kids walking to and from school on the shoul-
cational institutions evidence otherwise. In light of all the post-truth euphoria, pray we are not headed for a post-freedom of speech society. Janet Gritter Wellandport
der of this road while cars fly by at dangerously high speeds. Haist St. has sidewalks, on both sides. We have seen the City of Thorold erect stop signs along Cataract Rd. as a method of controlling speed along that particular
roadway. If the City of Thorold can erect stop signs at intersections of dead ends and Cataract Rd., why can't the Town of Pelham put aside so-called engineering principles and help the residents of this town feel safe walking along Pan-
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Nicolle Lalonde of Edward Jones Investments Fonthill presents Lori Grande of Pelham Cares the proceeds of their recent Holiday Open House & Charity Drive. Ornaments were mailed to Edward Jones clients prior to the season, and for each ornament returned during the open house, Nicolle donated $5. Clients were also encouraged to bring along non-perishable food items. Food items and a total of $325 in monetary donations were received by Pelham Cares.
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At their first meeting of 2017 the Fonthill Lions Club presented Sharon Crowe with a cheque in the amount of $1,560 to help support the ongoing costs associated with medical care for her daughter Faith Flagg. The donation included the proceeds from a Lions BBQ fundraiser hosted at E. L. Crossley Secondary School in December, as well as contributions from Fonthill Lionesses. As Sharon expressed her thanks for the donation she commented, "I can't tell you how much this means to us, even after more than a year has gone by — our struggle continues on a daily basis." On April 3, 2015, at the age of 17, Faith Flagg suffered a severe brain injury when she
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New management, menu for revamped Fenwick eatery After years in Toronto, couple returns to Niagara roots BY NATE SMELLE
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On Dec. 1, Young and Ben Han traded in their hectic city life to become the new owners of the Grill on Canboro in Fenwick. Having spent the last 15 years operating a busy restaurant in the heart of downtown Toronto, they know what it takes to keep their customers coming back for more. Formerly known as the Golden Grill, the location has been home to a restaurant for more than a decade. The new owners plan to carry on the business. “People have always loved
eating at this place,” Ben said. “We want the Grill on Canboro to be known for having the best breakfast and lunch in town.” The Hans’ latest restaurant venture has been a homecoming of sorts. The couple met in St. Catharines in 1987, a year after Young moved to Canada from South Korea. Ben also came to Canada from South Korea and had been living in Wainfleet since 1974. Attending high school at E.L. Crossley from the mid-tolate ‘70s, he was one of the first students at the school to ride the bus into Pelham
from the neighbouring municipality. “We really love it here,” said Young. “Everyone here has been so kind and friendly to us since we moved back to the area.” Friday evenings, the Grill on Canboro serves fish and chips and a special teriyaki dinner. As true foodies, Ben and Young believe the visual presentation of the food they serve is important. “We take pride in making sure that our food looks as good as it tastes,” Ben said. “We serve our customers the best quality food at affordable prices.”
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OFF TO THE GOOD LIFE Owner Ron Kore and the staff of Fonthill Sobeys got together on Thursday, Jan. 5 to celebrate the retirement of their friend and co-worker, Grocery Manager-extraordinaire Larry Pelt. Through his 43 years of experience at three local grocery stores, Pelt, co-recipient of 2015’s Pelham Volunteer Firefighter of the Year, said he has enjoyed watching the community grow while making many great friends. “I am going to miss working with so many good people, but I’m looking forward to the retired life,” he said. From right, Larry Pelt, Michael Jacques, Garrett Humvy and Jeff Zachar. VOICE PHOTO
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Seniors connect to the internet at their own speed continued from Page 1 enrolling are in the younger cohort, 65 to 70 years old, and she acknowledges that demand is inconsistent. "Whenever a new device or product or app appears, we try to do a seminar on it right away. This is because, for seniors, the set-up is most difficult, and we can help with that." Anderson cites the library’s seminars on Kobo and Pinterest as successes, but says there wasn't much new in 2016. The library is also pleased to offer their new, free, one-on-one Tech Tips, in which a knowledgeable volunteer will assist seniors with computer problems they may have. "We try to expose people to [computer use] they might not otherwise try in a safe and inexpensive manner," says Anderson. When asked about the offerings of Niagara College, she smiles, mentions fees, and then says, "There are no marks given here," which she believes is important to seniors. "No one fails. We'd like to think we've introduced a lot of people to technology." Anderson couldn’t offer examples of other public institutions that might fill a similar role, but doesn't exclude the contributions made by peer groups, church groups, and paid consultants. Steve Cunnigham, owner of Pelham PC, a Pelham computer sales and service company that makes home
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visits, says that approximately half his residential business is from seniors, which is more than double seniors' share of the population. "Seniors biggest service issues aren't different from general users," says Cunningham. "Email issues, malware issues, not sure what they should be doing. Often kids give their parents iPads, and then they pick my brain." One big concern Cunningham has when helping seniors versus younger clients is seniors' vulnerability to fraud. "I tell them it's just like dealing with someone over the phone, or at the doorstep," says Cunningham. He explains to them that they wouldn't trust a stranger at their door or on the phone, so they must use the same criteria on the internet, but is concerned about how deceptive email requests can be. In a comparison of library computer availability, Pelham seems to rank
slightly below the regional per-capita average. The Fonthill branch has six computers and the renovated Maple Acre branch will offer four—that's 10 devices serving a population of approximately 17,000, a per-capita average of 1,700 residents per machine. Grimsby has 15 laptops and 10 tablets, for a per-capita average of 1,000 residents per machine. Wainfleet has 7 devices for its 6,000 residents, the best availability per-capita at 857 residents per machine There may be an additional factor at play here and that’s rural connectivity. Anyone living below the hill on Highway 20 at Balfour Street will tell tales of woe about irregular internet access over the years. This problem affects a smaller proportion of Pelham's population than it does Wainfleet's, however, so the demand for public computers with consistent internet access may
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be greater in rural areas to the west of Pelham. Elaine Anderson has seen seniors and kids in Fenwick that have not connected to the internet because of this lack of availability, and says that the loss of opportunity is real—so doubling the number of computers available at the Maple Acre branch appears to meet a need. Also in the works is “SWIFT,” the ultra-high speed broadband network coming to rural communities, including Niagara. Federal and provincial governments invested $180 million in the SWIFT initiative during 2016, and the federal government announced an additional $500 million for extending broadband service to rural and remote communities throughout Canada. Internet providers are also con-
tributing to the costs. Late in 2016, the CRTC ruled that broadband is a basic telecommunications service and all Canadians should have access to it. This is an encouraging political move that recognizes the need for internet access, and shows a willingness to get kids, seniors and business-people in rural Ontario connected to it. This was a municipality-driven initiative, lead by the Western Ontario Wardens Caucus, a group of 15 small, rural-based municipalities and regions, including Niagara Region. Seniors' computer usage is also affected by education and affluence, as you might expect. Studies by the Pew Research Centre, an American think tank, determined that there are two distinct senior user groups. Young-
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ing Town departments, one-on-one with an advisor at no cost. Various council committees also reach out to seniors at public events in Pelham, such as the Kinsmen Homeshow, Summerfest, and the Farmers' Market. As the Pew Research study found, seniors clearly benefit by being connected to the internet, and it appears that Pelham is offering assistance consistent with other communities to seniors wishing to become computer- literate. The rapid rise in computer use and embrace of social media by seniors indicates that they themselves, their friends and families, and community volunteers, may all provide assistance in different ways. Pelham would do well to use government programs as they come available, but it appears that Uncle George may be influenced more by those around him than by government initiatives.
Longitudinal Evidence, finds that Facebook members who post infrequently are likely to find that the site provokes anxiety and depression. Even those users who post often, conclude other studies, can find themselves in a “self-promotional envy spiral, a one-upsmanship arms race.” As envy mounts, it’s easy to forget that Facebook isn’t reality, that users tend to promote idealized versions of themselves—minus warts, minus wrinkles, minus bulimic offspring, minus gambling addictions, cheating spouses, and
self-medicating alcoholism. Suddenly those online-averse seniors look pretty clever, eh. Not only have they dodged the frustrations of the machines themselves— and these remain plentiful, even in the era of Windows 10 and OS X Sierra—they’ve also managed to avoid the pot of coal at the end of the not-so-bright rainbow. All well and good, but not the end of the story. Like it or not, traditional means of communication, from ordinary face-to-face conversation, to books and newspapers, to broadcast
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radio and television, to our Town’s way of communicating with its residents—if certain staff get their way— are being replaced by digital imposters. We seem unable to stop the substitution of non-partisan mass communication with highly biased versions of reality that serve limited, selfish needs—everyone in his own bubble, with his own truth. Out with responsibly edited news, in with politicians’ Tweets masquerading as facts. Yes, books are still printed. Radio and television are
still broadcast. Among printed media, community newspapers stand the best chance of survival. But the digital future is here and gaining speed. It wouldn’t be the end of the world—not yet, anyway—to learn how to use an iPad or other tablet, the least stressful gateways to the web and its store of knowledge. Books, videos, audiobooks—all are easily accessed on a pad-type device. Take advantage of Pelham Library’s introductory classes. Dip your toes into
digital. There’s no requirement that you also dive into the Facebook or Twitter pools, where the no-urinating signs are so often ignored. Online it’s your choice—you don’t need to suffer the bad to benefit from the good. All the same, if the prospect of learning how to use an iPad remains daunting, relax. If your gut tells you that books on shelves, in-person conversations over coffee, and handwritten letters sent by post have been good enough until now, let no one leave you doubting otherwise.
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Communities honour memory of Emily Brettell Pelham teen passed away suddenly while training BY NATE SMELLE
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For 17 years E.L. Crossley student Emily Brettell touched the lives of everyone she met. With a bright future ahead of her, the passionate young rowing sensation’s life was cut short last August when she died suddenly while training in her family’s basement. On Saturday, Dec. 17, the communities of Fonthill and Welland came together to celebrate Emily’s life at the Welland Arena for the Emily Brettell Memorial Hockey Game. Game organizers and friends of the Brettell family Dominic Aiello and Debbie Pine had been working hard over the previous two months to make the event a success. Hearing of Emily’s passing from his daughter Lauren Aiello — who was a mentor and friend of Emily’s — Aiello felt the need to do something to carry on her legacy. Having had success raising funds for a variety of causes with his charity hockey team in Welland, he came up with the idea to host a memorial hockey game. When Aiello approached Pine to organize and promote the event with him she said she felt honoured to be a part of preserving Emily’s memory. Once they began reaching out to their communities for support Pine said they were moved by how eager people were to pitch in. “For weeks Dominic and
I, along with our families, asked everybody we knew — clients, friends, family, businesses, colleagues, company reps — if they wanted to help out, and they all said yes,” said Pine.
There were a lot of tears falling but it wasn't a somber event at all
“So many people jumped on board and participated. Everything for the event was donated.” In total, 85 items were auctioned off including autographed NHL jerseys and hockey memorabilia, tickets for a Buffalo Sabres hockey game, golf packages and many other prizes. Each player on Team Welland also donated $100 and helped out by selling tickets and finding donors to contribute to the auction. The Voice donated advertising space. It truly was a community effort, Pine said. That night the Welland bridge was lit up in blue and gold in Emily's honour. Pelham Mayor Dave Augustyn and Welland Mayor Frank Campion were also in attendance to welcome
The Brettell family receives one of many gifts presented to them during the Emily Brettell Memorial hockey game held on Dec. 17 at the Welland Arena in honour of their daughter Emily Brettell. Emily passed away suddenly in August 2016. From left, Emily's brother Michael, sister Kathryn, mother Kerry, sister Sarah, and father Dave. DANIELLE PINE PHOTO
the crowd to the game. It was an emotional night for Emily’s family, friends, teammates and coaches and all those who gathered at the arena for the evening dedicated in her honour. Despite the many tears shed on and off the ice that Saturday, Pine said
there was a feeling of love and happiness filling the space. “You could feel the energy in the arena,” Pine said. “It was absolutely amazing. There were a lot of tears falling but it wasn’t a somber event at all, it was a very happy night.”
Pine said the event wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of the donors and the kindness of the volunteers and players on Team Welland and Team Crossley who accepted the challenge to play in the game. In the end, organizers raised enough funds
to purchase a coxed four rowing boat and create a series of scholarships in Emily Brettell’s name. The boat will be shared between the E.L. Crossley Rowing Club and the South Niagara Rowing Club and will be christened this April under the name the Emily Rose.
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Training "snobs": Turns out they're on to something continued from Page 1 day, so the value of intensity is being recognized. Public Health suggests moderate to vigorous activity, at least 10 minutes in duration, for adults 18-64 years old. For those over 65, it's muscle and bone strengthening we need. So now you’re spending two and a half hours a week of your leisure time exercising. There’s no doubt that any type of exercise is better than a bucket of fried chicken, but if you’re dedicating this much time, are you maximizing the benefits? This is where the training snobs may know something. A pioneering 2008 study conducted by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and the University of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Glasgow, compared the value of continuous moderate exercise (CMA) versus aerobic interval training (AIT) in 'regard to variables associated with cardiovascular function and prognosis in patients with metabolic syndrome.' Metabolic syndrome is a combination of medical disorders that increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes, and may include central adiposity (fat around the waist), low HDL cholesterol (the good stuff), increased blood pressure and blood sugars, and insulin resistance. A United States National Health and Nutrition Survey states that 25% of Americans suffer metabolic syndrome,
OOSTERHOFF continued from Page 1 same thing,” he said. “The Liberals are really stubborn. Premier Wynne has an ideological agenda and we're seeing that now with cap-andtrade, which isn't even effective. Even the Auditor General is saying it will only account for 20 percent of the emissions reductions that they want.” When it comes to reducing carbon emissions and fighting climate change, Oosterhoff would rather see a revenue-neutral carbon tax like the one in British Columbia. “We see this in B.C. and we see that it’s working,” Oos-
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and whether you’re Stars and Stripes or Maple Leaf, you don’t want this. Participants in their study exercised three times a week, well within the Health Canada parameters. CME was defined as working at 70% of max heart rate, and AIT was defined as 90%. The study results were surprising. Moderate exercise (CME) and interval training (AIT) were equally effective in reducing arterial blood pressure and body weight—great for feeling a sense of accomplishment and getting a pat on the back from your doctor. However, by switching to AIT the risk factors of metabolic syndrome were also reduced, endothelial function (related to lowering atherosclerosis and hyper-tension among other things) was enhanced, as was insulin signaling, and blood glucose and triglyceride reduction. The study concluded that 'exercise intensity was an important factor for improving aerobic capacity and reversing
terhoff said. “They are reducing carbon emissions and they’re putting the money back into the hands of the people who need it. It’s actually doing their job.” High hydro rates are driving up the cost of living and pushing businesses out of Ontario, Oosterhoff asserted. Speaking with the owners of Stanpac in Smithville, he said they explained to him how they could purchase the equivalent of $1 million in Ontario hydro for only $400,000 in the U.S. Oosterhoff says that the only reason businesses like Stanpac are staying here is that they care about the people they employ. From a business standpoint, he said, companies such as these might as well just move to the US.
the risk factors of metabolic syndrome. These findings may have important implications for exercise training.' Stated simply, adding some relatively intense training to your regular exercise significantly increases the benefits. Those exercising regularly develop a base level of fitness, strength, and aerobic capacity. Our bodies quickly become accustomed to this long duration, low intensity activity, and adapt by lowering our metabolism. We know that to build muscle, or achieve significant performance benefits, we must continually push ourselves with ever-increasing demands on our muscles and aerobic systems. The great part is that any of us can become a training snob at any age or fitness level, just by pushing ourselves a little. Jogging becomes training simply by running faster and harder for one minute of every three. Gentle cycling morphs into training when we pedal intensely at specific intervals, even if we’re merely cruising the Steve Bauer Trail. Is it appropriate to re-think the time we spend exercising? I realize we get to know our neighbours better or smell more roses by going for a walk rather than pushing weights in the basement, and that’s an important part of the mix. On the other hand, in this time-crunched world, if I’m going to spend two and a half hours a week doing something, I want to maximize the benefits generated. Bring it on, Church Hill!
"We are seeing [Wynne’s] disregard for common sense, practical ideas from people at the same level who are saying that we need to get the cost of living under control," said Oosterhoff. “We need to see a change of government. That's the only way we are going to actually see a start to the addressing of these core issues, whether that's for the preferential contracts for building these wind turbines, or selling off of Hydro One. She won't commit to stopping the sale of Hydro One — it's a fire sale.” With a Liberal majority government in power, Oosterhoff acknowledges his hands are tied and there is only so much he can accomplish.