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HIS SUMMER, Pelham streets and country roads were plentiful with runners, joggers and walkers. As a community, we've been awarded Walk Friendly and Bicycle Friendly status by international organizations, so it's to be expected Pelham is home to many runners of all ages. Winter's approach, if we have one this year, will divide this group into those that enjoy the challenges and invigoration of running outdoors all year, and those that prefer the comfort and shelter of treadmills at the YMCA, private clubs, or their own home. I’ve got to admit, when I hear the word treadmill, gerbil wheel rather than indoor running comes to mind. Not that there’s anything wrong with treadmills. See COLUMN SIX Page 18
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PUBLISHER’S CORNER by Dave Burket
Corrections at the top: A number of winning candidates, and some losing candidates in the recent municipal elections, have run thank-you ads (a particularly gracious gesture by the losers). One such ad ran last week from Marianne Stewart, who won in Ward 1. Trouble is, the ad said she won in Ward 3. To set the record straight, Stewart—a.k.a. “The Pie Lady”—is not attempting an expansion of empire, and definitely won only in Ward 1!...Timely displays: The Pelham Historical Society advises that its displays in both Fonthill and Fenwick branches for the next three weeks will be Remembrance Centenary-themed…One of Trump’s favourite tropes: Thank you to whoever dropped off a copy of the Niagara-Wheatfield Tribune at our door last Friday. The western New York/Tonawanda-based weekly carried an editorial headlined (and starred by our mystery gifter), “Time to stand up for a free press: We’re not the enemy.” This is one of Donald Trump’s go-to lines, this “enemy of the people” stuff, and even here in Niagara we’ve heard echoes of the same coming from Niagara Region headquarters as well as our own Pelham Town Hall. Let’s hope that incoming councils in both buildings throw away this particular dog whistle when taking their oaths the first week of December...Is it Gravol or champagne? The paper went to press before the U.S. midterm election results were known. For the sake of the world’s collective sanity, let’s hope that at least the U.S. House of Representatives has been returned to grown-up hands. The Senate was probably too much to hope for...Speaking of thank-yous: As weeks turned into months this year, I’ve increasingly worried that buried in the email and postal backlog are items sent in that deserve thanks. If I’ve seemingly overlooked something you’ve sent, my apologies! We all need Mini-Me’s around here. (Brian Garrard, I know for a fact that I owe you a photo or two)… A tasty time: The Kinsmen are putting on their annual senior holiday dinner soon, and this year it’s being held in the spacious new community centre. Details on page 8… Look at Lookout: With Niagara employment once again enjoying a boom, there are opportunities aplenty, including at Lookout Ridge retirement home. They’re holding a Job Fair this Saturday in Fonthill. See their ad on page 9.
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Town of Pelham CAO Darren Ottaway has not been into work for approximately the past two weeks. Ottaway’s current status is unclear. Town Public Relations and Marketing Specialist Marc MacDonald would not say why Ottaway was not on the job, nor when he would return. “I do not know when the CAO is scheduled to return to the office,” responded MacDonald. “The Treasurer, Teresa Quinlin, is Acting CAO during this time.” Neither Ottaway nor Mayor David Augustyn responded to opportunities for comment.
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An unofficial hiking path that the Town elected to develop into a recreational trail was officially christened the “Gerry Berkhout Trail” on Saturday, November 3. According to a Town statement, the approximately 6 KM-long trail runs along the former TH&B railway line, with entry points at Murdoch Street and Fenwick's Centennial Park. Gerry Berkhout, who is outgoing Mayor David Augustyn’s father-in-law, is a former Town Councillor, past Citizen of the Year, and longtime Rotarian.
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Library CEO shelves it After successful stint in Pelham, Kirk Weaver heads to private sector BY JENNIFER CHORNLEY
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After almost 20 years working in the public sector, Pelham Library CEO Kirk Weaver is closing the books and starting a new chapter. Weaver has been LIbrary CEO for the past four years. It was a position he entered with no previous library services training and which had been vacant for a year. “At the time I was hired, the Library was in a period in its history where it needed someone to focus on the financial, policy and strategic planning aspects of the organization,” Weaver said. With Deputy CEO Amy Guilmette having a Master of Library Science (MLIS) education, Weaver said their combined skills and education created a good balance. “Having no previous experience in libraries, Kirk listened to staff ideas and was instrumental in making those ideas come to life,” Guilmette said. “I was also able to build on my experience in municipal government,” said Weaver, “to help restore a
healthy relationship between the Library and the Town.” Not only did Weaver restore the relationship, but also built up connections with Pelham’s community service organizations through past experience acquired with community engagement. Weaver extended himself into the community by meeting with local service organizations to learn their mandates and look for projects to build a partnering foundation. “This allowed me to gain insight on the community’s needs and tap into our existing potential [for growth],” he said. An example is with the Rotary Club of Fonthill. The partnership established the development of the Reading House at the new community centre, where kids can play while waiting for siblings who are participating in various sporting events or activities. “Because we are just down the street, hopefully it will increase awareness
Thank You m o r f COUNCILLOR-ELECT, WARD 1 I would like to thank everyone for their support in my campaign. Those who helped with donations, signs, promoting me, and most especially to the ladies who contributed their time and talents to make the pie sale fundraisers such successful events. I look forward to serving as your councillor.
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and more foot traffic into our facility,” Weaver said. Guilmette said Weaver was an excellent leader. “He made great strides in developing better relationships with the municipality, other Niagara libraries
and our stakeholders.” Weaver said he also wanted to extend a spirit of co-operation between the library and the rest of Niagara, “so we expanded our partnership to allow Pelham residents greater
access to materials through the Libraries in Niagara Co-operative.” This system incorporates Fort Erie, Welland, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara College and Lincoln. The partnership reduces the Li-
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THANK THANK YOU YOU I would like to thank the people of Pelham for their recent support, and wish the new Pelham Council strength and wisdom in the coming term.
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I look forward to working together with the Mayor and CouncillorsElect. CONGRATULATIONS to Mayor-Elect Marvin Junkin, Councillors-Elect Marianne Stewart, Ron Kore, John Wink, Lisa Haun, and Bob Hildebrandt, and Regional Representative-Elect Diana Huson.
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COMMENTARY / OP-ED Larry Coté Does ageism live in Pelham?
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ENERALLY SPEAKING, societal movements and directions move at a snail’s pace. Likely, that is a good thing, as change should be carefully considered as to prospects and consequences. Some of those more recent movements are within the grammatical construct referred to as “-isms.” For example, in recent times our society has had more open-minded discussions and widespread considerations about such as sexism, racism, Anti-Semitism and hetero-sexism. Not all of these discussions have been without elevated rancor and divisive demonstrations. Nonetheless, if one takes a moment and stands back from the memories of the discord that accompanied deliberations around these -isms it appears that a more temperate and accepting society evolved, extremist rejection lessened, and unbridled bias diminished. Two examples of such social movements that have had significant impacts are #MeToo and Gay Pride. There is some evidence that these two examples have dramatically changed societal attitudes and practices,
resulting in a more respectful treatment of women and members of the LGBTQ communities. Nonetheless, there is an-
The explosive growth of yoga and other exercise activities for seniors is clearly evident other -ism that, at this moment, appears as a far-distant cousin to these other well-known organisms and that being ‘ageism.’ This tag is not yet so well known but the subject is becoming more discussed in some societal deliberations among some social activists. Like the more familiar -isms mentioned earlier this too will take time to gain a foothold amid the many societal concerns. It will also take awhile to recruit advo-
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cates and develop the tactics to gain the required attention a wrongheaded societal -ism needs. There is some evidence on the social media that the movement to correct this demon-based bias is gaining momentum. With the growth in numbers, health, strength and wisdom of the senior sectors of our society, the movement will gain traction and changefor-the-better society’s recognition and treatment of its most mature personages. For example, the fashion and cosmetics industries are now more cognizant of the senior sector and likely in the forefront of those who provide a range of products and services to serve the needs of this segment of society. This is especially observable in the women’s markets and ‘senior’s days’ at a growing number of retail outlets. The explosive growth of yoga and other exercise activities for seniors is clearly evident. Some of the newer living accommodations are catching up with the demands of this mature persons market segment. These newer See AGEISM next page
Letters Appreciates Pelham Transit A recent weekend was my nephew’s birthday and we decided to do a pub crawl in Fonthill to celebrate the occasion. Planning the event we looked into our local transit service (Pelham Transit) to get us there and home safely. The experience prompted me to write this letter. Living in North Pelham for the last three years, I have often wondered where the bus went as I saw it drive by. Now that I know, I am so impressed with the service, ease and flexibility of this wonderful resource. We flagged the bus down in front of my nephew’s house, for free, with a destination of Sobeys (there is a gentleman in Pelham that will find that quite funny I’m
sure). Using Pelham Transit, we were able to walk to our local destinations and thoroughly enjoyed our evening. We pre-scheduled the ride home with “Dial-a -Ride,” and we were picked up on time and with patience, by a lovely bus driver named Sue who got us all home safely. After reviewing the Pelham Transit website I now also know that I can take the bus to visit my nephew. How amazing is that, when we both live in a rural community! Thank you Pelham Transit and your community sponsors—you are doing it right! Kevin and Susan York Fenwick
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OPINION The spooks among us yet roam Well let me tell you ‘bout the way she looked, the way she acted and the colour of her hair. Her voice was soft and cool, her eyes were clear and bright. But she’s not there... With Halloween just past, we are still surrounded by all things ghostly. On a recent Wednesday evening, the Pelham Library treated a dozen brave souls to chilling tales of Niagara hauntings by Dr. Peter Andrew Sacco. Dr. Sacco hosted Cogeco’s Haunted Niagara and is currently at the helm of Paranormal Profilers (check them out on YouTube.) His goal is to bring historical context and scientific evidence to these hauntings. A self -proclaimed skeptic —make that “the biggest skeptic” on paranormal matters—Peter states he has now seen and experienced enough events to believe in the possibility. The paranormal research team consists of Sacco, four of the best local mediums
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continued from previous page residential facilities are not like the warehouses for the elders of yesteryear but designed to accommodate the more active lifestyles of today’s more robust seniors. On a more local note, Pelham houses a greater percentage of seniors than many other municipalities. At one time this community was recognized as being very user-friendly to this segment of its citizenry. It is to be hoped that those newly elected politicos who ad-
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Summersides unsafe at any speed Just an observation about the new Summersides Boulevard, linking Station Road to Wellspring Way. I was driving eastbound on Summersides when ahead of me was a person on an electric wheelchair. I literally had to come to a rolling stop blow my horn to advise him I was behind him. He kindly acknowledged me and wave me by him. As I passed him, in what I considered a safe distance, my driver side
front tire bumped the excessively wide median. Luckily I was travelling slow enough my vehicle did not jump back onto the road it just scraped my tire. Now I might be jumping the gun here, but whoever designed Summersides Boulevard definitely was not considering the safety of bicyclists and handicapped people, who use electric scooters/wheelchairs. The width of the road is barely wide enough for vehi-
cles, let alone bicycles etc. The median in the centre of the road is excessively wide, reasons unknown. So as I said earlier about jumping the gun, perhaps sidewalks are in the planning, and if so, I would highly recommend the sooner the better, before someone gets seriously injured or killed. Something should be done! Mark Barnard Fonthill
Embrace, not reject How sad it is that one of your readers has taken the Voice to task for publishing factual information on the new trade agreement that affects all Canadians [Letters, “Not pleased at guest appearance by Foreign Minister,” Oct. 31, p. 5]. No matter what political party one supports, we as Canadians coast to coast to coast stuck together to rebuke Mr. Trump, yet the lonely voice of T. Cole feels Pelham is not part of the combined effort. It is a time for all of us to rejoice and be thankful. In my humble opinion we should embrace Ms. Freeland and her colleagues for a job well done. Art Woodruff Fonthill
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Third Niagara Music Award for Pelham-based band Vinyl Flux wins honours as Best Bar Band BY JENNIFER CHORNLEY
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If the band members of Vinyl flux were searching for the gushing springs of the Fountain of Youth, they found it through performing iconic rock hits from the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. Established their bandin 2010, Joseph Minicucci, Dennis Ceci, Phil Saglimbeni, Max Turavani and Rob Cave have performed in a variety venues, from intimate pub settings to mainstream festivals in Niagara and throughout Ontario. Last year, the group gave 150 performances. All members utilize their vocal talents led by Cave; Minicucci and Ceco play guitar; Saglimbeni works the bass, while Turavani plays the drums Minicucci and Ceci have almost 45 years of music experience each, while the remaining members have 30 years. “Everyone is equal in the band as each member has their own distinct piece of the puzzle,” said Minicucci. “Yeah, we worked in the recording studios, wrote our own songs, had our music played on radio stations, but when we got together, we decided we will perform the songs we know and love the best,” Minicucci said. When Minicucci approached Ceci about establishing Vinyl Flux, Ceci was hesitant as he did want to hang up the guitar, however he was convinced once Minicucci said, “We will play what we
want to play with the right members.” The pair have been performing together since the late 1960s and early 1970s, including recording original material. Now, eight years later, Vinyl Flux have received the Niagara Music Awards’ honour for Best Bar Band three times, 2013, 2014 and again in 2018. The Niagara Music Awards celebrates the best musical talent in the Niagara Region by annually recognizing local artists with prizes in 30 categories, including Rock, Jazz, Blues, Hip Hop and Female Vocalist. Minicucci credits the band’s Niagara followers, as the award is a fan-generated honour. “To have the following that we do, especially when they know we are playing in a new venue, it’s a really cool feeling.” “We are meticulous, we pride ourselves on giving the audience a concert like experience,” he said. “To receive an award like this three times shows that we are the epitome of what a bar should be.” Minicucci said the band’s ultimate goal with their performances is to take people back into time from an era of songwriting that “has never been replicated.” Vinyl Flux has even received positive feedback from the Canadian rock bands they have covered, including Burton Cummings from The Guess Who, and
Vinyl Flux from left, Joseph Minicucci, Dennis Ceci, Phil Saglimbeni, Max Turavani, and Rob Cave. one of the original songwriters of A Foot in Coldwater’s (Make Me Do) Anything You Want / Alone Together. For Minicucci, the “Vinyl Era” brings back a flood of memories. “I remember, to save a quarter, we would hitchhike to St. Paul Street every Saturday so we could go to Sam the Record Man and buy the latest record. Then,
we would go to Diana Sweets and pore over the album covers and read the song lyrics.” Vinyl Flux has followers of all age groups and for Minicucci, “Music is the string that connects all ages.” The band name’s origin derives from the era of which the members grew up in, “Vinyl” and “Flux” meaning they can change
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Has doubts about carbon plan practicality I read with interest the letter by Mr Rae extolling the virtues of the federal government's carbon pricing plan which will be imposed upon us in the new year [Letters, “New carbon tax plan a good first step,” Oct. 31, p. 5]. I confess I lack Mr Rae’s enthusiasm for this “plan” while accepting that a world wide reduction in CO2 emissions would be beneficial to our global environment. I fail to understand, however, how the Trudeau “plan” to “price pollution” will carry the benefits promised. Firstly, the “plan” will not achieve any measurable reduction in global CO2 emissions. Canada
emits between 1.6% and 2% of global atmospheric CO2. Mr. Trudeau has acknowledged that if Canada suspended all man-made industrial emissions for one full year, China could achieve the same reductions by doing the same for one week. But China and India have been given a “pass” on the Paris Accord until 2030, during which time both countries will continue to develop and commission many new coal-fired generating stations while we continue to pay an exorbitant “global adjustment” for every kilowatt hour our renewable energy sources produce. A “plan” that does not achieve its purpose is not
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Lastly, I fail to see the common sense in a “plan” which professes to reduce carbon emissions by “pricing pollution” and then pays our citizens to continue burning fossil fuel. Somehow this seems self-defeating to me. And having lived in BC in the recent past, I witnessed the provincial government promise to make carbon pricing revenue-neutral through income tax reductions, only to retreat from that promise within a few short years. Promises made...promises broken. This “plan” makes no sense unless its true purpose is to redistribute income or serve a political purpose. Even the Nobel Prize-winning Mr. Nordhaus acknowledged in his
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COFFEE BREAK Staff and residents at Lookout Ridge took a Coffee Break last month. The fundraiser was in support of the Alzheimer Society of Niagara and its initiative to provide support services for people coping with dementia, and their caregivers. Participants raised some $700. Residents Joan Rewbury, June McNall and Doug Gowan join Recreation and Volunteer Manager Carmelinda Corrado and Director of Care Amy Seneca in welcoming everyone to the Coffee Break.
Thank you, paramedics, police We’d would like to thank all the firefighters, paramedics and police who responded to the scene of our son John’s vehicle accident on the evening of Monday October 22, on Sixteen Rd. We have been told he should make a full recovery, in time. Jacqueline Bunting Rex Summersides Ridgeville
Don't just vote—participate The residents of Pelham have voted for honest communication between the taxpayers and their newly elected municipal representatives. It is important to recognize the role citizens play for a successful outcome. Participating in meetings at Town Council, staying informed through
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OR GRANT BLACK, the advent of Remembrance Day has been one of discovery, in addition to the recollection and tribute to all the Canadian soldiers and three generations of his family who devoted much of their lives in World Wars I and II. “Lest we Forget,” which is typically a part of the Remembrance Day edict, became a re-learning process for Grant, as his daughter’s research into their roots unearthed many new details and defining moments of his past. At 89, the reflection for Grant comes with a sense of fondness and a deeper understanding of the lives lived during a tumultuous period in history. Unequivocally, his revelations surface at a perfect time, as the treaty marking the end of World War I occurred in 1918, making
Remembrance Day 100 years old, noted Grant. As a former school teacher for many years, and then a principal of several schools including Mapleview School in Pelham, Grant recalls taking classes to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies. However, this important date in history was always held closer to his heart, and meant more than just fulfilling a job requirement. For Grant, his family and forefathers, devoted a large part of their lives to the war effort and have the badges and stripes to prove it. One such recent search of Grant’s family tree included learning that his grandfather on his mother’s side was Lieutenant Colonel Thomas William Hubert Young, who received a ceremonial sword, known as the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, in honour of his service in the Canadian Medical Corporation, commanding
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several military hospitals during World War I. Grant only shrugs his shoulders in a bemused fashion at the ornate and lengthy title awarded pioneers in health care. The Order of St. John eventually became known for the future organizations it founded, such as St. John Ambulance and various hospitals erected during the war and post-war periods. While Grant’s father, also named Grant, was born in 1899, he served by assisting patients in Camp Borden and Leaside Hospital in WWI. By WWII he received his doctorate and became an anesthesiologist, and his specialty was treating soldiers poisoned by chlorine, a lethal nerve gas. Grant Sr. spent a great deal of his time in Camp Borden near Trenton and various hospitals treating
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continued from previous page soldiers sent back to Canada. Grant said his grandfather, Malcolm, had three sons and a daughter, whose lives were changed by the war. Most of his uncles were born around 1890 and stationed in Europe, mostly Belgium and France. During WWI, his uncle Stuart Black quickly demonstrated a pr of i c ie n c y in aviation when he was fresh out of high school, and made lieutenant in record time. He joined the Royal Force Corps, 99th Squadron in England as a fighter pilot, who targeted and eliminated l o n g-r a n g e industrial sites in Rhineland, Germany. Although he was an adept pilot, he was shot down over Germany and became a prisoner of war in 1918. Grant still has the original notice mailed to his father declaring his uncle Stuart was missing in action. The heart-wrenching part for his relatives was “the not knowing” whether he was dead or alive, since communications back then were poor, he said. Fortunately, Stuart was released not long after, when the war was over. Grant recalls as a youth spending a little time with Stuart at a cottage in Port Colborne, though the fighter pilot didn’t talk much about his time overseas. World War I ended with some 67,000 Canadians killed and 250,000 wounded. Similarly, Grant’s other uncle, Kenneth, joined the Royal Canadian Artillery as a
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gunner, and was stationed in France and Belgium until he was wounded two years later, in 1918. He returned to Halifax the following year, and served the rest of his time working as a medical professional.
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War detrimentally affects the lives of entire families. Grant stressed how difficult it was for soldiers fighting to leave
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Pelham joins national Bells of Peace Initiative On November 11, bells will ring out in churches throughout Pelham, joining the rest of Canada to mark 100 years commemorating the end of the First World War. At 4:57 PM, the ringing of 100 bells will emulate the moment in 1918 when church bells across Canada rang out to share the news: the First World War was over. As the sun goes down, a bell or bells will be rung 100 times in five-second intervals across the municipality to honour the sacrifices of Canadians who served in the 1914-1918 war, and to remember the horrors of war, the cost to society, and the promise of peace. “We are asking the citizens of
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continued from previous page their wives and children behind. Grant wasn’t born until 1928, but knew his mother was also employed as a doctor during WWI, which was rare for a woman at the time. She worked at a sanatorium, and volunteered by selling stamps to raise money to prevent tuberculosis (TB). Grant says his entire family are either doctors or teachers. Grant does remember the rhetoric: “They called World War I, the ‘Great War’ until the Second World War out did the first one.” While Canada was never bombed in either World War I or II, there was always
Five local churches will ring their bells one hundred times to commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I's end Pelham to take a moment to reflect and pay homage to the men and women who served our nation and continue to serve our nation during this time,” said Royal Canadian Legion Branch 613 President Toni McKelvie. “From our records, seventeen citizens of what was known as ‘Pelham Township’ were either killed or died in service, and another 140 citizens either served overseas or in Canada during this
fear of that possibility, because of its connection to the British commonwealth, he said. Canada’s east coast was constantly monitored and actively patrolled by German warships and submarines. He also recalls hearing about several German cargo ships in the Great Lakes Systems in Canada that navigated here through the St. Lawrence Seaway. One ship even made it to Port Colborne, but many of the crews on these ships were captured and imprisoned. When WWII erupted, Grant was about 16 years old. He joined the air cadets, but was too young to officially serve in the army. Despite the tragedy of war, he admits he would’ve served if he
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four-year conflict,” she said. “As such, the celebratory bells take on additional meaning for the descendants of these brave individuals who defended our nation.” At a national level, the Pelham residents were part of the 650,000 who served, close to 66,000 killed, and more than 172,000 wounded in the Great War. Each peal one hun-
could have. World War II also saw his Uncle Kenneth, because of his prior expertise, re-enlisting, and he eventually became commander of the 12th Field Battery, Royal Canadian Artillery, until 1939. As Major, Kenneth was sent overseas in 1941, but the following year he returned to Canada and was appointed to the directorate of military training for the national defense headquarters in Ottawa. By 1944, Kenneth was decorated as a Member of the Order of the British Empire, and promoted to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. Unfortunately, due to ill health, he died in hospital in London, Ontario in April 18, 1945. While Kenneth wasn’t
dred years later honours those and the countless others who suffered invisible yet painful wounds. The 17 residents who died or were killed during service were Frank Beale, Reginald Beale, George Couchman, George Drake, Charles Galdart, R. A. Howell, Orville Haist, E. F. Jefferies, William Joyce, Ivan Johnston, James McCaw, Lawrence McLellan, Robert Moody, David Muirhead, Alberta Norgale, Robert Stickles, and Wil-
considered a casualty of the war, there were in excess of 44,000 dead and more than 54,000 wounded Canadians by 1945. During WWII, Grant recalls his father also talking about treating several German soldiers at Camp Borden that were injured, and shipped there. According to Grant, the Germans were happy to remain in Canada, because they didn’t want to return to the front lines to fight in the Russian campaign, which eventually led to Germany’s demise. Grant said his father was aware of Adolf Hitler’s plans to exterminate the Jews, although back then there was not a great deal of publicity or immediate
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working to improve its design, and it was only a matter of time before they used it. The Germans had a lot of science,” said Grant. Like the proverbial bell, war takes its toll. Grant’s family being medics experienced a great deal of trauma, but have lived to bear witness to history. Today, Grant says societies think differently about war, and recognize the atrocity of killing other human beings. Talking about soldiers, he said, “Look what it does to them. Veterans come back and some commit suicide, because of the shock of war. It’s the mental health part of it, and they are trying to help people deal with it better today.” During last year’s Remembrance Day, a speaker came to Grant’s retirement home with models and pictures of World War II, and the contributions made by famed Canadian fighter pilot, Billy Bishop, which he clearly found interesting. Grant makes it a point to attend Armistice Day services. As a former principal and teacher, Grant is still learning, especially about his own family. Another genealogical search of the Black family dates back several generations to United Empire Loyalists, and a bloodline connection to William McDougall, who was later appointed Lieutenant–Governor of the Northwest Territories by first Canadian Prime Minister, John A. MacDonald. McDougall was sent to Alberta to help settle skirmishes and disputes between Metis, European settlers and the United Empire Loyalists settling in the Red River Valley area in Alberta. This occurred in 1867, just prior to Confederation. There were many other large and small battles that occurred before Canada became the country we know today. Grant admits, “The smaller [battles] don’t affect us as much, but it’s still very historically interesting for me.” Despite all the tragedy and changes created by the two major wars, Grant looks upon Remembrance Day with reverent nostalgia. As for Grant, it’s a day for everyone to become a history buff. “Remembrance Day is not like any other holiday. It’s not a celebration, it’s remembering.” ♦
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Above, Carolyn Botari is ringing the bell at the St. Ann Roman Catholic Parish in Fenwick. Right, Alvin Penner is ringing the bell at Fonthill United Church. Below, Brian Walker and Gary Chambers will ring the bell at Fenwick United Church, with the assistance of a group of children. VOICE PHOTOS
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continued from previous page The Bells of Peace initiative was developed by The Royal Canadian Legion in partnership with the Government of Canada. "This powerful sound symbolizing peace from coast to coast will allow Canadians to stop, remember and feel the joy that the end of war brought after so much death and destruction," says Legion Dominion President Thomas D. Irvine. "It will also be a reflection of the deep respect we hold for our many Veterans who
served in the First World War and for those who continue to serve our country today." A century ago, celebratory bells rang out across the world to mark the end of the First World War. This November 11, the Peace Tower bells in Ottawa will ring, as will those in Mons, Belgium, the final town liberated by the Canadian Corps in 1918. “We will honour those who served Canada, past and present,” says Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence. “by ringing these
Bells of Peace as symbols of victory, relief and joy on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. As the bells toll, we will reflect on the Canadian Armed Forces members who continue to defend the peace and freedom we enjoy today, carrying on the tradition of those who have served so bravely since the First World War." The ringing will begin in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador and end on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. These two locations in Canada, and others in between, played key roles during the First World War.
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amusing and taunted Peter about his soaker for the time they were there. An incident that I find amusing occurred at Willowbank in Niagara on the Lake. Peter unexpectedly felt a sharp pain in his lower leg twice and another crew member also felt pain in his lower leg. The mediums soon sensed the spirit of a racoon. I guess it either didn’t appreciate the intrusion or was hungry. One of his scariest experiences was at a house. There were 12 people present, including guest investigator, and the Tesla box was set up. Medium Michele immediately sensed that this was not a friendly spirit. They heard a voice that filled the entire room, i.e., it did not emanate from the ghost box, and then witnessed an orb with legs run up a wall and disappear.
ducted to the Club as Honorary Members. Walker was instrumental in the behind-thescenes operations of the group’s TV Auction during highly challenging transitional periods. Emcee for the evening was Membership Board member Andrew Larmand, who relayed interesting facts about Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary International and the establishment of the organization’s community recognition award. In photo at left, the Rotary Club of Fonthill’s newest Paul Harris Fellowship recipients are (from left), Rotarian Paul Allen, Rotarian Roy Kirkup, Cathy Berkhout-Bosse, Larry Boggio, Nancy Taylor, and Rotarian and Past President Paul Snack. This was the second Fellowship award for Boggio and Kirkup. VOICE PHOTO
The owner was informed that the building needed a clearing. Later that evening when in bed Peter had the sense that someone was watching him from his bedroom door all night. Four members of the team had similar experiences or suffered ill effects. They were targeted for awhile. Peter does not know if the owner followed their suggestions but he knows he’s not going back there. He shared other experiences, but my last tale will be Niagara’s most famous and well-documented paranormal activity, which occurred in 1970 at a Church Street apartment in St Catharines. Peter personally interviewed Bob “Scotty” Crawford, one of the police officers who witnessed the strange events involving an eleven-year-old boy, floating furniture, nois-
es, and moving objects. The paranormal events lasted 28 days. Paranormal Profilers have created a re-enactment of the events based on police reports and the Crawford interview. The building and apartment had been thoroughly examined by engineers, the gas company, and police officers even bled the radiators—everything was in working order. The activity could not be explained. If there's something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? No, not the realtor. Invite the Paranormal Profilers in. Then, if they tell you to call the realtor, well... Still a non-believer? Just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not there.” Casper the Friendly Ghost Fonthill
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“Music is conducive to my creativity.” “My mom laughed at me one night when I fell asleep with the guitar in my arms looking as thought I was still playing.” Performing the bar scene spans back into his mid-teens when he played six nights with a band that also owned a music store. “My parents had a certain level of trust for them and were never worried.” His favourite guitarists include B.B. King, Jimmy Page from Led Zepplin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix.
Minicucci’s grandmother also encouraged his love for music. “She was a pretty cool Italian grandma who loved Ed Sullivan and allowed me to listen to the same music my uncle did,” he said. “I am blessed to have a balance in life where I can incorporate art and music into successful professional and musical endeavours,” Minicucci said. “I was brought up to do what you love even if you don’t make a lot of money doing it.”
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continued from Page 3 braries are different from public libraries, offering a more distinctive selection of educational resources,” Weaver said. The expansion was one of Weaver’s most extensive initiatives he undertook as CEO. The Library is also in partnership with Brock University. Its students are currently researching how the Library can reach out to attract new patrons, including new and established residents who live in the area but don’t use Library services “The Library Board felt that was important, especially with Pelham’s increased growth,” Weaver said. Pelham Library Board chair Tim Wright said the Board was “disappointed” Weaver is leaving, but fully understand he wants to advance his career. “Kirk was a great communicator between the community and staff and showed great leadership,” Wright said. “The Library Board had a strong vision, which he helped facilitate to establish a strong, vibrant strategic plan that we have been diligently following.” In the past, libraries have been often known for their “shh” policy. Weaver said libraries are now evolving from an institutional-like setting into a social hub environment, especially with the variety of programming patrons can participate in. “More often they are becoming community gathering spaces, which how we set up our Maple Acre Branch in Fenwick,” Weav-
The Voice of Pelham, November 7 2018 er said. “Our focus now is to be a community space. We welcome residents to
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come, learn, grow and talk to their neighbours about community issues. Growing up, [the ‘shh’ policy] was certainly ingrained in us but, hopefully, younger generations can transition from that.” Weaver said that with the Library’s youth committee assisting with programming for teens it will allow the younger patrons to have positive experiences that will keep them returning a they grow older. With renovations planned for 2019, Weaver said he’s hopeful the new leadership
will continue on with this initiative. Weaver said he is optimistic the Library will be able to continue with the growth initiatives that have been instituted. This includes transitioning from relying on people to come to the library, which is needed, but implementing a more community outreach approach to relay services the Library offers. Overall, Weaver said he enjoyed his roles within the public sector. “The opportunity to help people and make the community stronger is what attracted me to these positions.” Weaver is moving on to become the executive director of a Burlington retirement facility. Upon receiving the news that he was leaving Guilmette said she and the staff wish Weaver the best and are sure he will be “well-suited” and “quite successful” at his new position. Wright and the board also extended well wishes, as Weaver “was a positive influence who made a great contribution to the library and community. Guilmette will be acting CEO until a replacement is hired.
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SHALL I BE MOTHER? The Fenwick United Church held its Annual Tea at its Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 2. Vilma Moretti, Dolly Smith, Jan Ryan, and Judy Riva have a joyful time catching up as they enjoyed a cup of tea and homemade baked goods. The foursome attend the event annually and purchase a selection of canned and baked goods. Some 100 visitors turned out. JENNIFER CHORNLEY PHOTO
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Have your say regarding curbside waste collection Niagara Region hosting community input session next Monday, November 12 Don’t let your concerns go out to the curb with the garbage. On Monday, November 12, the Niagara Region is hosting a community input session at the community centre from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Representatives from the Region will be available to take questions and discuss concerns residents and business owners have which will then be used towards the future collection contract proposal. This is in an effort to gather resident input for the Niagara Region's next waste collection contract (garbage, recycling and organics) for homes and businesses receiving Regional curbside collection. The current contract ends in March 2021. In a media release, it said options being considered are: • Every-other-week garbage collection, with
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veyor belt long enough to build a drive-through at the Beer Store. Still, it’s simply not the same as running outdoors in winter. It’s more than hardcore versus fair weather or tough versus weenies. Granted, sticking to a schedule is more difficult in winter, even in balmy Niagara. Mother Nature occasionally cranks the thermostat way down, or dumps piles of fluffy white on us, but the biggest challenge is finding the right time of day to run. Running after work, in the dark, is just asking for injuries. When the thermometer drops below zero, a little puddle warmed by the daytime sun becomes a slippery invitation to a twisted knee, or quick seat on the ground when it freezes at night. That means early morning or lunchtime runs on workdays, and long runs during daylight hours on days off. There are those who simply aren’t morning people, and I respect that.
standard procedure to explore all potential options for waste collection. “The current consultation process on proposed options being considered for the next contract is unrelated to the current
A similar exercise was undertaken prior to the start of the current collection contract service provider or any challenges with current service delivery,” he said. “Consultation regarding the next service contract would be taking place regardless of any challenges with current services.” He acknowledged that there have been challenges with the timely deliv-
If you absolutely refuse to get out of bed until your partner has turned the furnace on and perked the coffee, or would rather be the twenty-first car idling in line at the Tim Horton’s drive thru on a chilly morning than step outside, you likely won’t get up to run at 6 AM. Ditto if you get out of bed, then spend the next ten minutes standing over a heating vent with your pajama legs billowing full of warm air. If, on the other hand, you fill the backyard bird feeder before the birds are chirping, shovel the driveway under the morning stars, and wake your dog out of a sound sleep to go for a freezing early walk, outdoor winter running may be for you. Search “winter running,” and a million tips will tell you how many layers of which fabric you’ll need to stay warm, but not too warm; what running shoes or traction devices to wear for ice, snow and trails; and
ery, including frequent delays, in waste collection services. However, the Niagara Region is working with its current contractor to improve this situation. “As part of this process, the Region undertakes an extensive public consultation process on the proposed options so that public opinion can be considered when Council makes a decision on the service levels for the next collection contract,” O’Brady said. “A similar exercise was undertaken prior to the start of the current collection contract.” Pelham residents and business owners can also visit niagararegion.ca/letstalkwaste to complete a short online survey. Surveys will be open until midnight on November 30. For more information on this project, including the rationale behind each option being considered for businesses and residents, visit the Region’s website or call the Waste Info-Line at 905-356-4141 or 1-800594-5542.
which brand of oatmeal energizes best; all ‘need to know” stuff, but maybe not sufficient to motivate you to try a winter run. Go for it—even once. Nothing quite compares with fearlessly searching out yesterday’s slippery side streets as the sun peeks over the morning horizon, knowing you'll find traction because they’ve been freshly sanded during the night. Crisp, crunchy ice crackling underfoot on the shoulder of rural roads will communicate your stride cadence better than any Fitbit ever could. Running through clouds of your own warm breath on unplowed roads, with a dusting of fresh snow covering everything along your route, will simply lift your spirits in a way you must experience to understand. Another reason? The money you saved on a treadmill will get you an inexpensive flight and hotel in Daytona or Galveston, a week of beach running in February, and a great tan. ♦
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MacLEAN, Mary Bernice Mary Bernice MacLean (nee Walsh) was born on March 27th, 1931 and was the fourth of nine children. Known as Buddie to her brothers and sisters she remained connected to her surviving sisters, Connie and Mary, and her brother Donny. She met Larry in Montreal in the fall of 1951, fell in love, and was married on October 4th, 1952. Over the next 66 years Larry and Bernice experienced the joys and challenges of life together. For the many years she spent as an army wife she was able to maintain a loving and stable home for her family. Left to remember Mom and love her forever are Susan (Tim) White of Bathurst, New Brunswick, Jim (Sue) of London, Ontario, Tom of Welland, Donald (Leanne) of Fergus, Michael (Leanne) of St Jacobs, and Juanita of Fonthill. Nana B was very proud of and took great delight in her 13 grandchildren (Matthew, Kathleen,Jonathan, Colin, Cameron, Allison, Carley, Ryan, Brittany, Emily, Ellen, Alex, and Maddie) and her 3 great-grandchildren (Luca, Remington, and Lucas).Mom was an avid reader, loved politics and the Blue Jays. A very special thanks to the amazing people that came into our lives providing compassionate care for our mom. We are forever grateful to Dr. Dooler, nurses Kim and Stephanie, and personal care workers Lisa, Vicki, and Breanna. Our mother passed away at home on Thursday October 25th, 2018 with her family by her side. There was a lot of love in the room. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Welland & District Humane Society would be appreciated. A private celebration of life will be held at Pleasantview Memorial Gardens in Fonthill.will be appreciated by his family. You are invited to share your memories and condolences on-line at www. pleasantviewcemetery.ca
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REMEMBRANCE Clockwise from top left: A total of some 200 were in attendance at Remembrance Day Ceremonies in Fenwick, Ridgeville and Fonthill this past Sunday. Regional Councillor Brian Baty, Niagara Regional Police Inspector Shawn Down, Jim Summersides, and Gerry Berkhout in Ridgeville. Niagara West MP Dean Allison speaks on behalf of the federal government. Wreaths lay around the Cenotaph at the Old Town Hall. JENNIFER CHORNLEY PHOTOS
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