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Evan Conway home from hospital as community support continues for toddler by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - To his family’s delight, Evan Conway was released from hospital and spent Christmas at home. The three-year-old, who was diagnosed with leukemia in October, has been receiving treatment as an in-patient at McMaster Children’s Hospital since his diagnosis. “Christmas was wonderful and we are very happy to be home. Evan is enjoying playing with his brother and sister,� Maggie Conway said in a recent interview. The day Evan and his mother came home was also the final day for ticket sales for an autographed Pittsburgh Penguins Jersey donated by the family of Penguins winger and Drayton native Nick Spaling. The raffle was one of the many fundraisers in the community in support of the Conway family. “Thank you to everyone who bought tickets for the jersey. Also, to everyone who worked behind the scenes, sell-
ing tickets and all the other ways needed, to make the raffle a success,� said Maggie. Evan will continue with his treatment on an out-patient basis. Twice a week he will travel to McMaster to get a needle/ shot in his leg muscle for cancer treatment. The treatment consists of 60 shots in total. He will also get chemotherapy and a finger poke to check his blood counts every week. The feeding tube will remain as part of Evan’s routine for a long period of time. “We have been blessed by this community. The support shown our family has been overwhelming and we can never thank everyone enough,� said Maggie. The family is accepting donations at the Royal Bank in Drayton. A bank account has been set up in the family’s name. Anyone wishing to help the family during this difficult time can contact the bank for more information.
Conway family fundraiser - Laurie Sipes, assistant manager of the Drayton Chophouse, presented Maggie Conway with a cheque following a fundraising dinner and silent auction on Dec. 23 at the Chophouse. The family received $530 from the proceeds of the dinner and $1,750 from the silent auction.
Mapleton woman foils car thieves
MAPLETON - Police are looking for a male suspect after a homeowner here intervened while someone tried to steal the vehicle she left in the driveway to warm up. On Jan. 8 at about 9am, a woman decided to warm up her car in her driveway on Sixth Line in Mapleton Township. “The doors were left unlocked and she went back in to the home,� police said in a press release. “Shortly after, a vehicle was spotted pulling in to the driveway and a male entered the running vehicle. “The owner confronted the
male while he was attempting to leave with it. The male suspect got out of the vehicle and left in a white pickup truck (possibly a Chevrolet) that pulled up to the scene.� Wellington County OPP officers patrolled the area but could not locate the suspects. The male was described as white, unknown age, wearing a black hooded jacket. No description was provided for the second person in the truck. Anyone with information about this incident can call 1-888-310-1122 or, to
remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Police are reminding residents not to start cars and leave them unattended. “Leaving a car running and unlocked in the driveway or parking lot is an open invitation for a thief to drive off with your vehicle that they normally may not steal,� police said. “Never leave children or pets in an unattended vehicle, especially one that is running. And never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed, unventilated area due to the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning.�
Evan Conway, 3, of Drayton, was released from McMaster Children’s Hospital in time to spend Christmas at home with his family. Treatment is continuing on an out-patient basis. submitted photos
County looks at 3.2% levy increase by Patrick Raftis ABOYNE - After several years of holding the line, with tax increases around two per cent, Wellington County residents could be looking at a slightly higher rise in the county tax levy in 2015. At a budget meeting in Aboyne on Jan. 6, county councillors were presented with a draft budget projecting a 3.2% tax increase this year and a five-year plan that would see tax increases range from 3.4 to 3.9% annually
between 2016 and 2019. Treasurer Ken DeHart told councillors the figures represent a decrease from November projections that would have seen taxes rising by 3.8% in 2015 and increasing by between 3.4 and 4.1% in the longer term. From 2011 to 2014, county taxes increased by 2.7, 1.9, 2.4 and 2.2% respectively. DeHart explained budget reviews will be conducted at committee/board meetings over the next few weeks, with
councillors to receive their full budget information packages by Jan. 16. The administration, finance and personnel committee will review the budget on Jan. 20 and is expected to provide recommendations in time for county council’s Jan. 29 meeting. During budget deliberations, DeHart advised councillors to bear in mind the potential impact on future budgets when considering changes to the 2015 draft.
Casting call: Drayton Entertainment announces search for munchkins, Toto CAMBRIDGE - Drayton Entertainment has announced it will once again engage local youths in the magic of live theatre. Young performers aged 8 to 15 will have the opportunity to audition for roles as munchkins in the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. Auditions will take place on Jan. 22 at the Dunfield Theatre Cambridge. Advance registration is required. Aspiring munchkins should be prepared to sing, Ding Dong the Witch is Dead from The Wizard of Oz. No professional experience is necessary, but a passion for theatre is a must. To accommodate the demands of this grand-scale production and to provide opportunities for as many
Follow the yellow brick road – The Wizard of Oz is coming to the Dunfield Theatre Cambridge this March. submitted photo youths as possible, the chosen performers will be divided into teams and perform on a rotat-
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ing schedule with professional actors in the lead roles. Visit www.draytonentertainment.com/Online/article/ youth-auditions for more information, including a complete list of audition requirements and a link to the sign up form. Canine casting call Drayton Entertainment has launched its search for a friendly, well-trained small dog to play Dorothy’s faithful furry friend Toto. The original Toto was a cairn terrier in the classic film. Cairn terriers and small dogs of similar breeds are welcome to try out for the part. The successful Toto will be a healthy and happy dog with a spring in his or her step and in tip-top condition. No previous experience is necessary, however dogs need to respond
on cue and be content being carried in a basket. “We are looking for an outgoing little dog that has that ‘it’ factor, great tricks and lots of personality,� said Alex Mustakas, artistic director for Drayton Entertainment. “The canine performer will also need to be obedient and comfortable around people.� The chosen dog and its handler must be able to attend rehearsals for The Wizard of Oz from mid-February through early March, and all scheduled performances from March 4 through 29. Interested pet owners should email a photo of their pooch by Jan. 19 to auditions@ draytonentertainment.com. Be sure to include why your furry friend is the perfect pup to play the role of Toto on stage.
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Submissions will be reviewed by the casting team and select dogs will be called for an audition later in the month. For more details and to download the “Search for Toto� information flyer, visit www.draytonentertainment. com/Online/article/search-fortoto. As previously announced, AJ Bridel will star as Dorothy Gale. The creative team includes director Madeline Paul, choreographer Gino Berti and music director Jeannie Wyse. The Wizard of Oz is a stage adaption of the 1939 Hollywood film. Considered one of the greatest family musicals of all time, The Wizard of Oz is the beloved tale of Dorothy Gale who, after a twister hits her
Kansas home, is transported somewhere over the rainbow. She embarks on an epic journey to meet the Wizard, accompanied by Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion and her faithful dog Toto. Don’t miss the chance to follow the yellow brick road - tickets for The Wizard of Oz are moving fast and theatregoers are encouraged to book in advance. Tickets are $42 for adults and $25 for youths under 20. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are $34. The Wizard of Oz runs March 4 through 29. Tickets may be purchased online at www.dunfieldtheatrecambridge.com, in person at the box office or by calling 519-621-8000 or toll free 1-855-DRAYTON (372-9866).
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