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Nothing will stop it nowBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor Prescott council approves revised plan to renovate municipal buildingPRESCOTT - Members of Prescott council have agreed on a revised renovation plan for the Dibble Street municipal building, according to Mayor Robert Lawn. Demolition work that will precede renovations to the home of municipal offices and the public library will begin as soon as possible, Lawn told The Journal Tuesday. Council agreed during an in-camera session Monday night to proceed with a revised plan the mayor says will push and possibly exceed the $800,000 cap set earlier this year by council. Changes to the plan were discussed Monday by town officials, construction manager Brad Snelling and Eastern Engineering representatives. Earlier plans for the three-storey building were scaled back this fall after it was learned the plans would cost about $1.1 million to implement. The revised plans call for fewer changes to the layout of the second floor on which municipal offices and the council chamber are to be located. Those facilities were relocated to the former bank building at the corner of Edward Street and Churchill Road nearly a year-and-a-half ago. "Given with what we have to work with... I'm as comfortable as I can be with it," Lawn said of the new plans. A formal resolution to proceed may be presented to council at its next regular meeting Nov. 18. However, Lawn noted he is optimistic the project will finally be moving ahead. Council was unanimous Monday night in its approval of the revised plans, according to the mayor. It is expected this phase of renovations would be completed in April or May of next year, the mayor said. Although the renovations will result in major improvements to the exterior as well as heating and other important components of the building, extensive work will not take place in the library or on the first and third floors of the former high school. Council did not discuss at its Monday night meeting the requests from the Air Cadet squadron and Prescott Youth Centre to return to their former homes in the building, according to the mayor. However, he acknowledged there are no plans at this time that would enable either group to relocate to the municipal building. High school graduates receive honours at commencementSouth Grenville Principal's Award goes to Lorna ThainBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor PRESCOTT - It was a homecoming for South Grenville District High School's newest alumni. Teachers, family and friends filled the gymnasium Saturday afternoon to honour the members of the Class of 2002. This year's commencement included the presentation of diplomas and awards to the recent OAC and Grade 12 graduates. Lorna Thain, an Ontario Scholar who Ramsay described as a "leader, capable independent worker and team player," was the recipient of the Principal's Award. Thain, who served as student council president and co-president of the Energizers, managed to achieve an 80 per cent average and complete her Ontario Academic Credit Certificate in four years and still find the time to be involved in a number of extra-curricular activities. The principal said Thain is "...one of the most positive, well-rounded women" with whom she has had the fortune to work. Being named this year's recipient was a "total shock" and a complete surprise, according to Thain. She told The Journal keeping busy helped her deal with the usual ups and downs teenagers face. In noting she enjoyed her years at South Grenville, Thain said the many extra-curricular activities in which she was involved were "equally or more beneficial" than what she learned in the classroom. Thain is in her first year of sciences at the University of Western Ontario. The Governor General's Academic Medal for achieving the highest academic standing in the Class of 2002 went to Kelly Pringle, whose OAC average exceeded 97 per cent. Ramsay noted Pringle, who was also class valedictorian, had the top mark in five different OAC subjects this past year. She is now studying management at the University of Toronto. In her valedictory address, Pringle said it is hard for students to see the value of their high school experience until after they have graduated. You don't realize one day it will all come to an end, she said. The joy and sadness of closing one chapter of your life and moving onto the next is part of the personal experience each student carries into the future, according to Pringle. Each graduate received a pebble and uncut key from the valedictorian. After telling the story of pebbles that become diamonds, Pringle explained the pebble represents the realization of what each student has been given while attending high school. The key serves as a reminder of the possibility the future holds, according to Pringle. "It's not up to me what doors yours will open," she said. "Only you can decide where it fits." Ramsay told the graduates they had developed skills that will allow them to function in a world much different from that of their parents when they were younger. In noting commencement day would be something to remember and a source of pride for their friends and families, Ramsay told the graduates to go safely and walk proudly. "Your teachers and I are extremely proud of you, graduates," she said. Upper Canada District School Board Chairperson and Prescott-area Trustee Joan Hodge encouraged the young adults to have fun but also understand hard work gets results. "Don't be too quick to limit choices," Hodge told the graduates. A list of graduates and award winners from South Grenville District High School's 2001-2002 commencement appears on Page 2. The 2001-2002 awards for grades 9, 10 and 11 were presented at an assembly Monday afternoon. Coverage of the assembly and a list of award winners from those grades will be published in next week's paper. Your Independent Grocer is hereBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor PRESCOTT - Hundreds of people checked out Prescott's newest and biggest store Friday morning. With a cool breeze and the odd snowflake in the air, O'Reilly's Your Independent Grocer opened to the public. The parking lot in front of the store on Prescott Centre Drive on the south side of Highway 401 was full by mid-morning. Chris and Caroline O'Reilly, the owner/operators of the store, were on hand to show their appreciation for the support they have received so far and welcome shoppers to the full-service supermarket. The 44,000-square-foot facility replaces the former Valu-mart store on Edward Street that closed Oct. 28. The new store is nearly three times as big as Valu-mart. Mr. O'Reilly, who worked for six months at the former Edward Street store five years ago, said he is thrilled with the way things have taken shape at the Prescott store. "This is what the town deserves," O'Reilly said of the new facility. In addition to basic grocery items and expanded bakery, meat, deli, hot meal and fruit and vegetable areas, O'Reilly's includes a pharmacy, photo lab and a clothing sales area. The new store has a staff of 145 full- and part-time workers, some of whom used to work at Valu-mart. Nearly 100 additional jobs at the store were created, as well as the construction workers and tradespeople who worked at the building site this summer and fall. Prescott Mayor Robert Lawn, who was on hand Friday morning to take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, said the town should be proud a major national company like National Grocers (which oversees a number of grocery chains, including Your Independent Grocer and Valu-mart) chose to invest in the Prescott area. "National Grocers is showing a good deal of faith and confidence in the future of this community," the mayor said. Although he noted the core market for the store extends to Cardinal, Spencerville and Maitland, O'Reilly said he is confident the retail outlet will attract customers from a much wider area. The store's proximity to major highways and the international bridge make Prescott an ideal location for what O'Reilly calls a "one-stop shopping" destination. Although town officials welcomed the multi-million-dollar investment in Prescott's retail sector, there have been concerns the new and larger grocery store with additional product lines and services could make it more difficult for some businesses in town to survive. "Like many citizens, I am concerned about our downtown," Lawn said. "They need to look at this as a challenge," said Lawn, who added he would like to work with the BIA to make main street more attractive to shoppers. The mayor supports the idea of a community development plan that could focus on improvements to the downtown area. However, Lawn noted the official openings of the new grocery store and Canadian Tire last week represent major progress for Prescott. Among the many shoppers who checked out O'Reilly's opening day was Marilyn Bishop, who moved from Brockville to Prescott two years ago. Bishop said was amazed by the size of the new store as well as the selection. "Prescott needs this," said Bishop, who noted she was a regular customer at Valu-mart. Having a big new Canadian Tire outlet next door is "a bonus," she added. THIS WEEKRemembrance Day events set for PrescottPRESCOTT - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 97 is preparing for its annual Remembrance Day services with a whole weekend full of events. The Legion will be hosting a dinner and dance Saturday, Nov. 9 as part of the Remembrance Day program. Social hour will run from 6-7 pm, dinner will be served at 7 pm followed by the dance featuring music by the Revivals beginning at 9 pm. A church parade will be held on Sunday, Nov. 10 with everyone assembling at the Legion at 9:15 am, before marching to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at 10:45 am for an 11 am service. After the service there will be a wreath laying ceremony and services at 12:20 pm at the Maynard cenotaph. On Nov. 11, everyone is to gather at the Legion at 10:15 am and will proceed on a march to the cenotaph at 10:40 am with services beginning at 11 am. Services to be held in Spencerville Nov. 11SPENCERVILLE - The public will be gathering at 9:30 am at the Legion Branch 604 in Spencerville on Nov. 11 for Spencerville's Remembrance Day services. The group will march to the United Church for a 10 am service followed by a service at the cenotaph. After the services the Legion will be hosting a pot luck lunch starting at noon. Flu shots availablePRESCOTT - The health unit's final flu shot clinic in South Grenville this fall will take place Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 10 am to 1 pm at Walker House, 623 King St. W. Flu shots can also be obtained from family physicians. Retroactive Union Gas rate hike draws firePRESCOTT - Town council voted Monday to support a resolution from the Town of St. Marys that calls on the provincial government to disallow a retroactive rate hike granted to Union Gas. The rate hike, which was approved by the Ontario Energy Board and has been implemented, will cost the average residential gas customer - including local residents - $40 per month for three months. "St. Marys thinks it's unfair, and so do I," Councillor Jim French said. Councillor Terry McConnell noted he has received rebates from the gas company in the past. It all averages out in the end, he added. "The door swings both ways on this," McConnell said. But Councillor Seeley Pillar said additional costs incurred by Union Gas should come out of the company's operating budget. "I don't agree with it," he said of the rate hikes. South Grenville District High School Commencement 2002Commencement ceremonies for the 2002 graduating class of South Grneville District High School were held Saturday afternoon. The following is a list of award winners. Grade 12 Subject Proficiency AwardsStefanie Ball, English Stephanie Beach, Computer Science Celine Beaudoin, Society: Challenge and Change Amanda Beaulieu, English Glenn Bonneau, Outdoor Education Danielle Bosley, Art Megan Clifford, Law, Peer Helping Jason Cummings, Construction Technology Christina Harper, English Media, Entrepreneurial Studies, Hospitality and Tourism Megan Irving, OAC Music, OAC Drama Matt Kinghorn, English, English Media Kristal LaPorte, Peer Helping Adam Lawrence, Construction Technology Kim Levere, Accounting, English, Society: Challenge and Change, Math, Phys Ed. Lindsey Liezert, OAC Families in Canadian Society David Mackinnon, OAC Physics Kathy Millar, English, Physics Jennifer Murray, OAC Families in Canadian Society Kevin Perrin, Law Jesse Prosser, Manufacturing Technology Cole Roberts, Information Technology Management Jessica Summers, Outdoor Education Crystal Throop, English, OAC Algebra and Geometry OAC Biology, OAC Chemistry Melissa Toll, Data Processing Applications, Math Paul Villeneuve, Transportation Technology Co-operative Education Award: Ben Henderson Ontario Co-operative Education Association Award Semester 1: Jessica Summers Semester 2: Matt Kinghorn Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) Michelle Arthurs, Chris Ashby, Ken Baynham, Stephanie Beach, Cristal Beattie, Jason Beatty, Celine Beaudoin, Amanda Beaulieu, Shane Beaulieu, Glenn Bonneau, Danielle Bosley, William Bowden, Shawn Bradford, Kory Brontmire, Ashley Brown, Tiffanie Bruce, John Bush, Marissa Carver, Kris Clendining, Louis Comeau, Cherie-Ann Connor, Samantha Cooper, Tyler Couperus, Joshua Couture, April Covill, Mark Coville, Sheena Coville, Jason, Cummings, Becky Dawson, Darren Deslauriers, Kyle Dobbie, Melanie Duguay, Shanna Dukelow, Kendra Elliott, Jeff Fauser, Matt Finucan, Anthony Foreman, Tanya Fowler, Amanda Frisk, Julia Gauthier, Amy Gogolin, Michael Gonczowski, Calli Guyett, Christina Harper, Mike Harris, Thomas Harvey, Shawn Hatch, Aaron Huckabone, Sarah Huneault, Raquel Johnston, Derek June, Matthew, Kelemen, Kelly Kinch, Matt Kinghorn, Amanda Kroone, Matthew Kroot, Emma Ladouceur, Kristal Laporte, Ryan Laporte, Kate Lasalle, Christian Lavigne, Kim Levere, Jason MacDonald, Ryan Mack, Cassie Magee, Robert Marcellus, Pasha Marcynuk, Katie Marshall, Joshua Matthie, Kathy Millar, Natasha Millar, Matthew Moore, Jennifer Murray, Trevor Palmer, Laura Parrott, Devin Payne, Leslie Payne, Mark Penny, Eric Perrin, Jessica Pettifer, Adam Pollock, Jesse Prosser, Charles Radford, Chelsea Ritchie, Ken Robinson, Bryan Roles, Catherine Secord, Amanda Seeley, Kellee Selleck, Mike Serson, Lee-Ann Shaver, Shane Stearns, Jason Steinburg, Jeff Steinburg, Robert Storey, Jessica Summers, Jodie Throop, Melissa Tillaart, Melissa Toll, Heather Toye, Beth Typhair, Curtis VanHyning, Paul Villeneuve, Tyler Waddell, Amanda Wallace, Jarrod Wenborn, Ryan Wessel
Ontario Secondary School Diploma with Ontario Academic Credit Certificate Anisa Aubin, Nicole Bangma, Lisa Barker, Krista Bernard, Matthew Bernard, Carole Best, Jennifer Clarke, Julie Crawford, Emily Faber, Alaina Farmer, Robert Fraser, Leanne Gibson, Derick Greer, Shane Harding, Allan Heibein, Brooke Hunter, Lindsey Irving, Tim Jackson, Heather Jenkins, Shannon Lawless, Tracy Liezert, Kevin Lucey, Sarah Macintosh, Steven Poole, Kelly Pringle, Meghan Rees, Diana Simpson, Lorna Thain, Kara Willan Ontario Academic Credit Certificate Melissa Byers, Marissa Carroll, Madelaine Culic, Thomasin Esford Jennifer Hall, Jessica Johnston, Carla Kluck, Carla Kroot, Alex Last, Lindsay Latham, Carey-Ellen Matthews, Rebecca Miller, Brian Robertson, Lucas Spencer, Justin St. Pierre, Karen VanRyswyk, Rachel Walter, Todd Whitehorne
Academic Awards Augsbury/North Country Scholar Program: Kelly Pringle Laushway Law Office Award: Grade 12, Samantha Cooper. OAC, Kevin Perrin Grenville Community Futures Development Corporation Award: Christina Harper, Kelly Pringle Prescott Chamber of Commerce Award: Christina Harper Honour club - Grade 12 (80 per cent average) Semester 1: Celine Beaudoin, Megan Brown, Kelly Chapeskie, April Covill Chantal Duval, Abby Farrell, Erika Howard, Holly Lethbridge, Cassie Magee Jennifer Murray, Jessica Summers, Paul Villeneuve Semester 2: Mike Brunette, Tyler Couperus, Shanna Dukelow, Dayna Earl Thomasin Esford, Sarah Huneault, Emma Ladouceur, Katie Marshall, Kathy Millar, Jessica Pettifer, Chelsea Ritchie, Amanda Seeley, Joel Stone Semester 1 and 2: Stephanie Beach, Danielle Bosley, Megan Clifford, Samantha Cooper, Dustin Drury, Melanie Duguay, Christina Harper, Megan Irving, Samantha Jandron, Matt Kinghorn, Kate Lasalle, Adam Lawrence, Kim Levere, Lindsey Liezert, David Mackinnon, Pasha Marcynuk, Laura Parrott, Jesse Prosser, Cole Roberts, Tyler Stephenson, Crystal Throop, Melissa Toll, Lisa Weststrate
South Grenville Scholar - Grade 12(90 per cent average based on best six courses taken this year) Danielle Bosley, Megan Clifford, Megan Irving, Kim Levere, Pasha Marcynuk, Crystal Throop, Melissa Toll
Honour Club - Year Five (80 per cent average) Semester 1: Tanya Fowler, Krysta Milligan, Joshua Nielsen Semester 2: Krista Bernard, Ben Henderson, Carla Kroot, Mark McRae, Kevin Perrin, Kara Willan
OAC - Subject Proficiency Awards Melissa Byers, Physical and Health Education Madelaine Culic, English Literature Matthew Hands, Canada in a North American Perspective Rebecca Miller, Families in Canadian Society Kelly Pringle, Calculus, English, Economics Lucas Spencer, Computers and Problem Solving Euclid Math Award: Anisa Aubin CHEM 13 News Contest Winner: David MacKinnon Memorial Awards Canadian Federation of University Women Award (Brockville and District): Lorna Thain Deborah Coulter Award: Cassie Magee Goldie Connell Memorial Bursary: Kim Levere Ruth Evanson Bursary: Jennifer Clark, Kelly Pringle, Meghan Rees, Lorna Thain Ruth Evanson Scholarships: (English) Kelly Pringle. (History) Matt Hands Hal Grant Bursary: Madelaine Culic Ron Harrison Bursary: Tom Harvey Dr. Jackson and Betty Flay Memorial Award: Tracy Liezert J.A. "Jack" Morris Service Award: Anisa Aubin Dan Patrick Memorial Scholarship: Shane Harding Wouter Vanstralen Biology award: Diana Simpson Scholarships and Bursaries Adult Walk Well Bursary: Kelly Kinch Aiming for the Top Tuition Scholarships: Celine Beaudoin, Samantha Cooper, Mark Coville, Shane Harding, Christina Harper, Matt Kinghorn, Carla Kluck, Kristal La Porte, Kathy Millar, Rebecca Miller, Krysta Milligan, Diana Simpson, Melissa Toll Brown's Fine Food Services Bursary: Jennifer Hall Burger King Scholarship: Lindsey Irving Cardinal Lions Club: Alex Last, Tracy Liezert Cardinal Power Of Canada Award: Melissa Byers, Shannon Lawless Central Masonic Lodge #110: Tyler Couperus David Dargie Bursary: Melissa Byers DuPont Award: Mark Coville, Heather Jenkins Eastern Star, Violet Chapter #206 Award: Leanne Gibson, Heather Jenkins Film Brockville Award: Kristal Laporte Homelife Dlk Real Estate Bursary: Julie Crawford Hudson-Burnbrae Foundation Award: Shane Harding Humanitarian Services Committee of the Odd Fellows And Rebekahs Award: Becky Dawson Kiwanis Club of Prescott Scholarship: Carol Best Iroquois-Matilda Lions Club World Understanding Scholarship: Lindsay Latham, Leanne Gibson Knights Of Columbus Bursary: Carla Kroot Kriska Award: Carla Kluck Roebuck Women's Institute Award: Nicole Bangma Sicpa North America Incorporated Award: Brian Robertson Lions Club of Prescott Award: Melissa Toll Ray Martin Hospitality Award: Rob Marcellus Ontario Principals' Council Award: Kelly Pringle Prescott Police Association Bursary: Karen VanRyswyk Rotary Club Of Prescott Scholarships: Alex Last, Clarke Thomas Royal Canadian Legion Fort Wellington Branch #97: Robert Fraser, Brooke Hunter, Rebecca Miller, Meghan Rees St. Andrews and St. James Friendship Group Bursary: Diana Simpson, Melissa Byers St. James Masonic Lodge Bursary: Matt Bernard St. Lawrence College Scholarship: Natasha Millar Skilled Trades Bursary: Matthew Finucan Spencerville and District Optimist Club Scholarship: Kris Clendining Sussex Masonic Lodge #5 Bursary: Krysta Milligan Thousand Island Shrine #19 Order Of The White Shrine Of Jerusalem Award: Mike Serson Vail Family Award: Kathy Millar Special Awards Athletic Association Awards: Meghan Rees Catholic Womens' League Award: Received on behalf of the students of South Grenville District High School by Matt Kroot Energizer Certificates: Chris Ashby, Anisa Aubin, Cristal Beattie, Tiffany Bruce, Jen Clarke, Louis Comeau, Julie Crawford, Tyler Couperus, Emily Faber, Alaina Farmer, Leanne Gibson, Kailee MacDonald, Tracy Liezert, Laura Parrott, Kelly Pringle, Meghan Rees, Brian Robertson, Diana Simpson, Lorna Thain, Adam Turnbull, Rachel Walter, Karen VanRyswyk Special Thanks Award: Calli Guyett, Kevin Lucey, Shannon Lawless, Lorna Thain, Kara Willan, Joel Iacurci, Jason MacDonald, Carol Best, Kailee MacDonald, Tim Jackson, Diana Simpson, Marissa Caroll, Carla Kluck, Meghan Rees, Nicole Bangma, Allan Heibein, Sarah Macintosh, Brent Wallace, Elisa Franklin, Emily Faber, Rachel Walter, Heather Toye, Carey Mathews, Matt Kelemen, Cristal Beattie, Madelaine Culic, Lindsay Latham, Alaina Farmer South Grenville Alumni Award: Laura Parrott Special Recognition Awards South Grenville Staff Alumnus: Carl Knights South Grenville Recognition Award: Krista Bernard, Alaina Farmer, Matt Kinghorn Student Council Special Awards: Presented to the 2001-2002 President, Lorna Thain Student Council Bursary: Carla Kroot Suzanne Simms Bursary: Diana Simpson Student Council School Letters Senior Letter: Anisa Aubin, Melissa Byers, Alaina Farmer, Leanne Gibson, Carla Kroot, Tracy Liezert, Kelly Pringle, Meghan Rees, Diana Simpson, Lorna Thain, Karen VanRyswyk Intermediate Letter: Shane Harding, Carla Kluck Junior Letter: Carol Best, Krysta Milligan
Millennium Scholarship: Kelly Pringle Ontario Secondary School Teachers, District #26, Award: Lindsay Latham Walter Hofmann Music Award: Presented to the elected student band president for 2001-2002, Anisa Aubin, Kyle Davy University Of Toronto National Book Award: Kelly Pringle Lieutenant Governor's Community Volunteer Award: Laura Parrott Ontario Scholars (80 per cent average based on best six OACs) Anisa Aubin, Shane Harding, Rebecca Miller, Carol Best, Brooke
Hunter, Kelly Pringle, Melissa Byers, Shannon Lawless, Meghan
Rees, Madelaine Culic, Tracy Liezert, Diana Simpson, Lorna Thain
Edwardsburgh Lions, Prescott Legion receive Trillium Foundation grantsFunding to be used for hall renovations, cenotaph siteBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor SOUTH GRENVILLE - Two local groups are already seeing their Ontario Trillium Foundation grants being put to good use. The Edwardsburgh Lions Club and Fort Wellington Branch 97 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Prescott were among the more than 30 organizations in Rideau, Kingston and Quinte areas to benefit from the latest round of funding approvals announced last Thursday by the provincial foundation. The Lions received $49,200 to complete much-needed upgrades to its Lions Den building located on County Road 44 south of Spencerville. Branch 97 received $19,600 to install a wheelchair walkway, lighting and a public address system and to do landscaping at the veterans memorial garden planned for the cenotaph site at Fort Wellington. Trillium grants are meant to support community initiatives, enhance services for people with disabilities, assist charitable organizations by expanding programs for those in need and promote additional support services for children and youth. Edwardsburgh Lions President Bev Potvin said receiving confirmation of the grant was great news for the club. "It's just wonderful," she told The Journal Thursday. Work on the bathrooms had begun prior to last week's announcement. Potvin noted hall rentals prompted the early start. The roof work may begin this week, she added. Improvements to the Lions Den would have been difficult for the small club to afford. Potvin explained the Lions Club is not allowed to use the money it raises for itself. With its Trillium grant, the Prescott Legion will be able to proceed with the second phase of its cenotaph relocation project. The monument was moved in June 2001 from beside the public library on Dibble Street West to Fort Wellington. Ed Greene, chairman of the branch's cenotaph committee that has been raising money for the special project, noted some of the site work included in the second phase has been done. The project may not be finished this year depending on the weather, Greene added. The committee is pleased the branch received the Trillium grant, Greene said. He noted the project improves access for the handicapped and could be good for tourism, criteria that may have helped the branch's funding application. "We must have done our homework," he remarked. Greene also noted the committee is grateful for the community support it has been receiving for its fundraising efforts. Potvin said the Trillium grant review team was thorough; in addition to seeking information about the club's finances, Trillium inspected the building. "They really give you a good going-over," she said. United Way of Leeds and Grenville will receive $104,600 "...to strengthen the leadership ability of the United Way and to develop collaborative approaches to working throughout the United Counties to build strong communities." The grant covers a two-year period. The Trillium Foundation, an agency of the Ministry of Culture, receives $100 million in provincial funding each year; the money comes from Ontario's charity casinos. Council considers bylaw to keep Nevada ticket proceeds in PrescottPRESCOTT - Town council is seeking input on a bylaw that would require Nevada ticket sale proceeds to be given to Prescott charities. The proposal was given first and second reading by council Monday night. A bylaw cannot be implemented until council approves it at third reading. Councillor Garry Dewar, who has been advocating a Prescott-only policy when it comes to Nevada or so-called break-open lottery ticket sales, said the public has a chance to respond to the proposal before council holds a final vote. The bylaw includes a policy that states the local charitable organization must be "...located within the limits of the Town of Prescott, and serving the residents of the Town of Prescott." The proposed policy goes on to state "the use of proceeds derived from the lottery shall benefit directly the residents of Prescott." Dewar estimated "several hundreds of thousands" of dollars in ticket proceeds are leaving town with little or no return to this community. Although he acknowledged council may choose to consider charities which are based outside of Prescott but provide service to individuals or groups in town, the councillor noted organizations such as Tourism Prescott, the Friends of the Prescott Public Library and the Food For All food banks are examples of groups that could benefit from Nevada ticket sales. "I believe charity begins at home," Dewar said. Other councillors indicated they would like to see a list of ticket vendors and the charities receiving the proceeds. Dewar said the bylaw is not meant to control which stores sell the tickets, but rather the charities which would receive the money. It was suggested council set up a meeting with ticket vendors and get their input. However, no specific plans for such a meeting were made during Monday's council session. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is set for Monday, Nov. 18 at 7 pm at the health centre auditorium on King Street West. Council members are also scheduled to attend a town committee meeting Tuesday night. The site had not been confirmed at press time. Fort Town Concert Association opens its 2002-2003 season Thursday nightPRESCOTT - The Fort Town Concert Association opens its 2002-2003 season this Thursday, Nov. 7 at 8 pm at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, corner of Centre and Dibble streets. Contralto Marie-Nicole Lemieux will be accompanied by actor Mathieu Gosselin and pianist Michael McMahon in "Voices at Play," a dream-like exploration of vocal sounds as the artists murmur, articulate and sing an intriguing dialogue. The program includes works by Brahms, Rachmaninov and Schubert. The concert will be recorded as part of a documentary on Lemieux - who some have described as the next Maureen Forrester - that is to be broadcast on CBC Television. The opening concert is being sponsored by Mayfield Retirement Residence and Wiser Hall Historic Senior Residence. For more information or tickets, call 925-3200 or 925-5050. Unfortunately, a scheduled appearance by the visiting musicians at Centennial '67 Public School in Spencerville Thursday afternoon was cancelled. There will be three other concerts in the 2002-2003 series; season tickets are also available. The series is presented in conjunction with Jeunesses Musicales of Canada. Town council bids farewell to CAO/clerkPRESCOTT - Andrew Brown has attended his last regular council meeting as Prescott's CAO/Clerk. Brown, who has been municipal clerk for more than a decade, will be leaving his job with the town next week and taking over the chief administrator's job in South Dundas Township later this month. "Although we regret his leaving us, we wish him well," Prescott Mayor Robert Lawn said. Council members stood and applauded Brown at the end of the meeting. A special farewell luncheon in honour of Brown will be held today (Wednesday) at the Prescott Golf Club. GCC hosts annual gala SaturdayMAITLAND - Grenville Christian College (GCC) will present its annual gala auction this Saturday, Nov. 9 beginning at 6 pm. The event, which includes a dinner, regular auction and silent auction, is a fundraiser for GCC's scholarship program. The theme of this year's gala is "Hands Across the Border." The college is focusing on partnerships it is building with its American and other international partners. Child Fair offers parents the information they needBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor PRESCOTT - A special program is trying to give parents a helping hand with the challenges of raising young children. About 130 adults and children attended a day-long Child Fair last Wednesday at St. Mark's Parish Centre. The Prescott event was one in a series of child fairs planned for Eastern Ontario. By next June, nearly 30 child fairs will have been held in communities from Carleton Place to Hawkesbury. The fairs are being hosted by Upper Canada Learning Centre and are being supported financially by federal and provincial government agencies, school boards, health unit and a number of corporate and service club sponsors in the region. One of the main goals of the child fairs is to provide parents of youngsters up to the age of six with information on early childhood development. In addition to promoting activities that stimulate learning, the fairs provide a means of detecting at an early stage the presence of potential learning problems. Hearing, vision, dental and speech/language screening services are offered, as well as information on related services available in the community. "Everybody in this room can help a parent in some way," said Wendy Onstein, the learning centre's western child fair co-ordinator. Although some organizations will be represented at each fair, local groups and agencies also get a chance to participate when the fair comes to town. Among those that took part in the Prescott event were the town's police and fire departments, Grenville County OPP, Edwardsburgh Co-operative Play Group and MTJB Child Care Centre. Onstein said she was impressed by the local participation and interest shown by the Prescott community. She doubts the same level of support exists in some of the other communities in which child fairs are being presented. Along with many static displays were a number of interactive areas in which youngsters could play while the adults discussed the ups and downs of raising children. Fair organizers try to add some fun to the learning experience, according to Onstein. Some of the service providers who attend the fairs have noted visitors will come up to them and ask for guidance or direction on how to be a better parent. Onstein indicated the fair shows support is out there for those who may need a hand as they face the challenges of parenthood. "You don't have to raise your child by yourself," she said. Anglican diocese appoints Rev. Pollesel archdeaconPRESCOTT - The priest in charge of St. John's Anglican Church has been named an archdeacon. Reverend Michael Pollesel will serve the St. Lawrence region that encompasses Leeds and Grenville and about 15 Anglican parishes. "When the bishop called me, I thought I had done something wrong," Pollesel remarked. As one of three archdeacons in the diocese, Pollesel will assist the bishop with personnel matters. The new archdeacon told The Journal he is not sure how much of a time commitment being an archdeacon will be. There will be at least one full-day meeting per month, he noted. Pollesel added he was surprised but honoured to get the nod. Parishioners at the Prescott church were told about the appointment Oct. 20. In addition to serving as archdeacon and priest in charge of St. John's, Pollesel also continues his duties as a stewardship education supervisor with the diocese. Because of the frequent travelling Pollesel does as part of that job, Reverend Gerry Ring fills in once a month at St. John's. Ring retired as the church's priest last year. The archdeacon appointment is for a three-year term and is renewable for an additional three years. St. Andrew's hosts fall bazaar and teaPRESCOTT - A fall bazaar and tea will take place this Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10:30 am to 1 pm at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, corner of Dibble and Centre streets. Take-out orders are available; call 925-3725. Christmas supper to be held at churchJOHNSTOWN - Johnstown United Church will host its Christmas bazaar and supper Thursday, Nov. 14 beginning at 4:30 pm. Dinner will include turkey or shepherds pie, salad and dessert. Crafts and baked goods will also be on sale. The church is located on County Road 2 at Highway 16. Road hockey scores big for Easter SealsLEEDS AND GRENVILLE - The Grenville County OPP team took home the cup from the first annual Power Play for Easter Seal Kids held Oct. 29 in the parking lot of the 1000 Islands Mall. Five teams dressed in work attire took part in the road hockey tournament which raised $4,700 for children and young adults with physical disabilities. The championship OPP team was also the top fundraising team by collecting almost $1,000. A Giant Tiger team representing stores in Prescott, Brockville and Morrisburg also took part in the tournament. Giant Tiger donated $1,500 and almost $500 in goods and prizes. Nitrochem employee receives award for professional achievementBy Monica Whitney Journal Staff Writer MAITLAND - An employee of Nitrochem has earned a national achievement award that caps the 50 years he has worked in his field and brings honour to the Maitland company. Brian Whitehead, manager of engineering maintenance and services at Nitrochem for the past eight years, was presented Oct. 29 with the Plant Engineering and Maintenance Association of Canada Sergio Guy Memorial Award. The honour is in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the maintenance profession. Whitehead, who said he has extended his retirement date until next April because he's having so much fun, added it is a great honour to be thought of so highly by those in his field. "It's the icing on the cake for my career," he said. He also noted the award was possible because of the support of Nitrochem management and all employees site-wide. "None of this could have happened without the support of management. The exceptional skills of other employees made the job so easy. It's a pleasure to come to work." His years at the plant have been "exceptional - the best eight years of my career," Whitehead said. He moved to Sarnia in Western Ontario from England in 1977 to work at Ethyl Corp. as a maintenance superintendent. His maintenance career began in England in 1952 with a company in the chemical, petro chemical and food industry. Nitrochem Site Manager Jim Cavers noted this is the third award in the past three years the company has earned under Whitehead's guidance. In 2000, it was recognized by PricewaterhouseCoopers as the Best Maintained Small Plant/facility, and in 2001, it was honoured for the best use of technology in maintenance. Among his accomplishments at Nitrochem, Whitehead was instrumental in bringing the Maintenance Management Certification Program to employees through St. Lawrence College; has taken a leading role in supporting apprenticeship programs; initiated a five-year plan to bring the best and most up-to-date maintenance practices to the company; and promoted safe work practices that resulted in a 53 per cent reduction in first aids. Dave Jackson, manager of special projects at Nitrochem, said Whitehead was able to build a strong team by providing the guidance, leadership, information, trust and respect of a seasoned professional. He has also provided assistance to other maintenance and engineering professionals, and has been a conference speaker on effective maintenance management strategies. Nitrochem employs about 130 people, and is the largest producer in northeastern North America of nitric acid, a chemical used in the manufacture of nylon, Cavers said. It is also a significant supplier of ammonium nitrate, an ingredient used in blasting agents in the mining industry. OPP NEWSPolice searching for white carRIVERVIEW HEIGHTS - Police are searching for a white car that reportedly forced another vehicle into a guard rail on County Road 2 near Merwin Lane. A woman told police she was driving eastbound Nov. 2 at about 11:30 am when a vehicle resembling a K-car passed her and forced her into the rail on the south side of the road. The woman's vehicle sustained significant damage. Witnesses indicated the K-car had three male youths in it at the time of the collision. The white car has visible rust. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the investigating officer, OPP Constable Marty McConnell, at the Grenville County detachment in Prescott (925-4221). Not many tricks on Halloween nightSOUTH GRENVILLE - Grenville County OPP reported a fairly quiet Halloween night last Thursday. No Halloween incidents were reported in Augusta Township. Two occurrences were reported in Cardinal; a 21-year-old man was arrested and was to be charged with mischief in connection with both incidents. The OPP would like to thank the public for making this Halloween an enjoyable one - not only for the children but for those who appreciate and attempt to maintain a safe community. Booze stolen from Drummond BuildingSPENCERVILLE - Beer and vodka coolers were taken during a break and enter at the Drummond Building sometime between 10:30 pm Nov. 1 and 9 am Nov. 2. A 24-bottle case of Molson Canadian and a 12-bottle case of Mike's Hard Lemonade were found to be missing. About $900 worth of bottled liquor was taken in a similar theft at the Drummond Building on or about Oct. 17. OPP Constable Marty McConnell is investigating the most recent theft. Driver survives crash into rock cutMAITLAND - A 25-year-old Toronto man sustained non-life-threatening injuries when his vehicle struck a rock cut on the south side of Highway 401 near the Maitland exit Nov. 3 at about 9:35 pm. The driver was kept overnight in Brockville General Hospital. Witness statements indicate speed may have been a factor in the collision. Constable E. Barr is continuing the investigation. Men's group serves breakfast, Crime Stoppers, curlingPRESCOTT - The next Seaway Men's Ecumenical Group all-you-can-eat breakfast will take place Saturday, Nov. 16 at 8 am at St. Paul's United Church, corner of Dibble and George streets. The get-together will also feature a presentation by the local Crime Stoppers program. Everyone is welcome to attend. The men's group is organizing curling on Saturday, Nov. 23
at 9 am. For more information, call Carl Robinson at 925-5720. Town police investigate two cases of scratched vehiclesPRESCOTT - Members of the Prescott Police Service investigated 62 general incidents and three motor vehicle collisions between Oct. 29 and Nov. 3. On Oct. 31, a woman reported her vehicle was vandalized twice while parked at 360 King St. W. The passenger side was scratched the first time, and the driver side was scratched the second. A damage estimate was unavailable. Also on Oct. 31, a woman reported her vehicle parked in the driveway at her residence on King Street had been scratched. The estimated cost of the vandalism is $700. Constable Terry Foster is the investigating officer. Neither of these incidents is related to Halloween, according to police. Four officers were on patrol Halloween night. Twenty-one incidents, all of a minor nature, were reported during the Halloween period. On Nov. 4, police received a report from an Inverary, Ontario man who said he had been assaulted on King Street in front of the Rainbow Lounge. A 23-year-old man identified as Justin Roderick was arrested and charged with assault and breach of probation. He is to appear at a later date in Brockville court. Constable Moe Morrissette is the investigating officer. Two drink machines located at the field house at South Grenville District High School were reported damaged Oct. 30. It was a case of wilful damage, according to police; no attempt was made to break into the machines. A damage estimate is unknown. Constable Rob Prophet is the investigating officer. Anyone with information on these or any other occurrences in town is asked to contact the Prescott Police Service at 925-4252 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Prepare to bid at playhouse auctionMORRISBURG - Upper Canada Playhouse presents its annual Christmas gift auction Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Morrisburg Meeting Centre. Doors open at 6 pm; the live auction begins at 8 pm. A hot and cold buffet will be served after the auction. For more information, call (613) 543-3713 or e-mail ucp@uppercanadaplayhouse.com for tickets. Fence has to go, neighbour saysSPENCERVILLE - The issue of wood pallet fences was brought up at Edwardsburgh/Cardinal council Monday. Rick Grima approached council on concerns over his neighbour's pallet fencing depreciating his land value and being in violation of a bylaw. Grima contended the wood pallets would fall under industrial waste and not be allowed to be used as a fence along the neighbour's driveway. Grima indicated he had been in contact with bylaw enforcement officer Mike Spencer who had been out to take pictures, and CAO/Clerk Steven McDonald, but was unsure of where the matter stood. Mayor Dave Dobbie said council would get its lawyer working on the interpretation of the bylaw, and council would check into the matter of the property. Augusta library friends group has many goalsMAITLAND NEWS Jane FullartonThe next Maitland Seniors' Luncheon will be held at MERC Hall Wednesday, Nov. 13 from noon to 1:30 pm. This month's menu features a Chinese dinner and dessert, followed by a Remembrance Day program. Transportation is available. Call the VON office at 342-3693 by Monday, Nov. 11 to confirm your attendance. The Maitland Reformed Church Seniors' Club meets at the church hall every other Monday afternoon from 2 to 4 pm. All area seniors are welcome. The meetings are a fun social time that feature an inspirational reading, coffee, tea and games such as Triominos, Dominoes and Rummy Cup. Meeting dates this year are Nov. 4 and 18 and Dec. 2 and 16. Call Marie Siderius at 348-375 for more information. The Augusta Friends of the Library is looking for new members. The Friends of the Library is a group that helps and supports the Augusta library by providing volunteers, publicity, assistance with programming and financial support. The group has had a very busy year. It sponsored a craft demonstration at the library of bunka, which is Japanese embroidery. The group sponsored two fashion shows and a garden tour in association with the Friendly Garden Club, to raise money for the library. This year the members have purchased a new stove, computer desks and podium, as well as paying the Internet fees for the library. But Friends of the Library is much more than just a fundraising group. It is a great place to meet new friends. The group has had a potluck dinner this year and plans are in the works to attend a movie at the arts centre and go out for dinner. The group has also held a workshop for other Friends of the Library groups in the area such as Edwardsburgh and Brockville. This day-long workshop was a great opportunity to share ideas with other groups. Currently in the works are plans to provide a Christmas craft program for children at the library, and the group is investigating phonics programs that could be used at the library. The meetings are currently held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 pm, but that could be changed according to the preferences of the members. Consider joining Augusta Friends of the Library. It is a great
opportunity to meet people, learn about different hobbies, help
promote literacy, attend social activities and help the community.
For more information on Friends of the Library, call Joanne Edwards
at 926-2637. Another fun-filled year in store for 7th Prescott Scout membersSubmitted by Scouter Karen Vice-Chair, Group Committee PRESCOTT - You've noticed a number of young people around Prescott lately wearing tan shirts or brown vests. They probably have offered to sell you an apple or delivered your large-print phone book. Yes, the 7th Prescott Scouts have returned for another busy, fun-filled year. Registration took place in early September, and we have had new members joining us as of last week. Numbers are up this year. We have 24 registered in our Beaver program; there are 22 in our Cub pack, 10 Scouts and four Venturers. We have 11 registered volunteers who run the programs for the youth, and four positions on group committee. What this means is the programs are growing, and it's great to see the new enthusiasm from the youth as well as the leaders and group who dedicate their time. This year has seen some changes from our national office, and everyone is working hard to make sure the new policies are followed. As always, however, the emphasis is on the safety and well-being of the youth and adult members of Scouts Canada. The programs are designed with every child in mind and are a way of learning and trying new skills while being a member of a team. Whether you are a sports nut, history buff or astronomer, there is a place for you in the Scouting movement. We hope to have some of the Scouts and Venturers helping with this column and let everyone know what we are up to. It's been busy so far with the Can-Am camp in Pennsylvania, the Beavers' Halloween outings, and the Cubs are planning a camp this weekend with the Scouts and Venturers. Think of us while you are relaxing in front of a warm fire this weekend. Calling all cribbage playersWALKER HOUSE NEWS by MARNIE LIPPIATTThe cribbage game on Tuesday evening is looking for some more players. If you have played cribbage or if you would like to learn, come and join the group at 7:30 pm. New competition is always welcome. The regular board meeting will be held this Thursday, Nov. 7 at 10 am. Please plan to attend. If you are having dinner with us Friday, Nov. 22, please call for a reservation by Nov. 15. We plan to have a chicken entree with all the fixings. Call 925-5300. We need to know what supplies you require to make "bears" or other stuffed animals of your choice. Please call before the first class Nov. 11 at 6:30 pm so we can have the appropriate materials. Everyone is welcome at the flu shot clinic to be held here at Walker House Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 10 am to 1 pm. Card game winners: Monday bridge - 1st, Larry Devine; 2nd, Ruth Britnell; door prize, Audrey Kingston. Tuesday night cribbage - high hand, Helen Barr; high score, Jean Annable; 2nd, Myrtle Shahan and Mary Reynolds; 3rd, Helen Barr; door prize, Pete Lowry. Wednesday night bridge - 1st, Andy Britnell; 2nd, Peggy Devine; draw, Jim Campbell. Lights come on after opening of new storesPRESCOTT - They had the camera and the action, but they did not have the lights. The official openings of the Canadian Tire and O'Reilly's Your Independent Grocer took place last Wednesday and Friday respectively without the benefit of new traffic signals at Prescott's busiest intersection, Edward Street and Prescott Centre Drive. The signals were not activated until midday Saturday. Line painting at the intersection was completed that morning. Members of the Prescott Police Service and the Grenville County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police directed traffic at the intersection Friday morning and afternoon and Saturday morning. No collisions were reported. When asked about the delay, Town Engineer Clyde Solomon indicated the municipality began the process of getting the signals in May 2001. Although the intersection is located within town limits, the ministry controls the site. In addition to Edward and Prescott Centre, the intersection includes Highway 401 eastbound on and off ramps. "Anything we had control of... We haven't had a problem," Solomon told The Journal Friday. Solomon said a crew was ready to complete line painting Thursday afternoon, but the ministry said the job could not be completed in daylight. Wet road surfaces caused by occasional snow showers made it difficult for the painting to be done Friday morning and afternoon. Ministry spokesperson Bob Nichols said the town's contractor finished the infrastructure work Oct. 29. The ministry was asked the next day to do signal timings, something for which is to be given two weeks notice. The ministry did the work the same day, Nichols said. Prescott Mayor Robert Lawn said he regrets the lights were not activated before Saturday. The cost of the new lights will be well in excess of $100,000, Solomon estimates. The municipality will also pay for maintenance of the signals for 20 years before they become town property. Local truck stops taking part in idle-free programEDWARDSBURGH/CARDINAL - Two local truck stops are taking part in a national program aimed at curbing engine idling and its harmful effects. 730 Truck Stop and 416 Esso (Angelo's) are among the 19 locations in Canada that will be declaring their parking lots idle-free quiet zones. This new initiative from the FleetSmart program of Natural Resources Canada's Office of Energy Efficiency, is being launched Thursday. Big idling trucks burn up to four litres of diesel per hour. In addition to reducing waste of fuel, putting an end to engine idling will also reduce exhaust and enable drivers at truck stops to breathe better-quality air. Although some idling may be necessary to power accessory drives such as refrigeration units, there are techniques to reduce unnecessary idling. For example, separate cab heaters and/or air conditioners which do not need the vehicle's engine for power can be installed. Timers can be used to turn engines on and off to maintain a pre-set coolant temperature or battery charge. The six-week campaign offers participating locations resource materials and promotional tools. Truck stop managers are hoping to reduce the effect of air and noise pollution on neighbours and the community as a whole, according to FleetSmart. For more information on FleetSmart, visit oee.nrcan.gc.ca/fleetsmart or call Madeleine Middleton at (613) 947-8381. A workshop on the benefits of auxiliary cab heaters and air conditioners will be shown live Nov. 20 at 10:30 am on the FleetSmart Web site. Author recognized for effort to preserve Prescott's pastHistorical society presents its annual Award of MeritBy Monica Whitney Journal Staff Writer PRESCOTT - Author and Prescott Journal newspaper publisher John Morris is the recipient of this year's Grenville County Historical Society (GCHS) Award of Merit for his contributions to the preservation and interpretation of local history. "A lifetime in the world of the printed word has honed the inquisitive mind of our recipient, and he has found answers to historical puzzles wherever they may be found," said historical society President Betty Ring in presenting the award last Wednesday evening. GCHS is a Prescott-based volunteer organization dedicated to the research and preservation of Grenville County history. Its archival resource centre is open to the public for researching family information or other topics. Morris has increased the community's knowledge of local history through newspaper articles and by personal research and involvement in events, Ring said of his accomplishments. "No subject has been too large or too small for his curiosity, from the building of the St. Lawrence Seaway, to which chip wagon had the best offerings," she added. In his drive for historical knowledge and as a crowning achievement to his career, in Aug. 2001 Morris released his book, Morrises' History of Prescott 1800-2000, the most comprehensive work on the history of Prescott ever published. It updates the highlights of the town's first official history book written by his father, the late Jack Morris, in 1967. The new 536-page book includes many additional historical facts, photographs and anecdotes brought to light through several years of research. Morris said he appreciated following in the footsteps of his father, who received the historical society's award of merit in 1992 for his efforts, which included reviving the organization in 1960, helping to establish the Forwarders' Museum on Water Street and for arranging for the erection of many area historical plaques. "John Morris has continued the saga begun by his father and we are richer for it," Ring said at the society gathering at Prescott's Blue Stone Café and Inn. Morris also received Prescott's community service award in 1980 for his work in promoting the town and for his community involvement. Morris noted during the past four years he had learned to appreciate historical society volunteers and the group's vast archival collection of information and documents. "You can be as proud as I am for that book," Morris said in referring to his work on the history of Prescott. "We have one of the best histories of a small town in Canada." Morris also encouraged historical society members to "take a giant leap forward and purchase the Albert Whitney house on Dibble Street." The home, built in 1875 by the prominent town resident who was also the "clock works" that made Wiser Distillery tick, would make a marvelous headquarters for the society and a showcase museum for Prescott, Morris said. GCHS is currently located in Crane House, a former convent at 439 Edward Street. The ornate two-storey, brick Albert Whitney home is boarded up and has been vacant for several years. During the award banquet, Morris also presented the society and the Forwarders' Museum with cheques for $250, the proceeds from his successful book launch held last year at a garden party and social. The guest speaker at the dinner was Brian Porter, a historic character re-enactor. The former school teacher from Brockville portrayed a constable under the command of Major James Walsh, a native of Prescott whose fame in the North West Mounted Police during the 1870s and early 1880s led him to have towns and a mountain named after him. Legion receives taxation reliefSpaces to be rentedPRESCOTT - Town council has agreed to give Branch 97 of the Royal Canadian Legion some tax relief. Council agreed Monday to grant Fort Wellington branch a one-year exemption from paying property taxes on its Henry Street building and grounds. The annual tax bill is about $7,100, three-quarters of which represents the municipal charge; the remainder goes to education. The exemption is to be reviewed annually, according to the motion approved by council. PRESCOTT - The municipality is considering a request to rent parking spaces on the south side of Water Street to tenants of Prescott Place. Five off-street spaces are already being leased for a fee of $300 each per year plus taxes. Although some councillors indicated Monday they would support the proposal for more spaces, they also want to review the fee structure. A proposal structure is to be presented Tuesday at a town
committee meeting. Giant craft show offers big selectionPRESCOTT - This year's "Giant" craft show is set for Saturday, Nov. 16 at South Grenville District High School. The ground floor of the school will be packed with countless gift items as the holiday season approaches. With Christmas just around the corner, everything from furniture and household decorating items to hand-made soaps, baby clothes and crafts will be on sale. More than 220 tables have been sold for use by craftspeople from throughout Ontario and Quebec. "If you can't find it at this show, chances are you won't find it anywhere," the long-standing slogan of the Giant show goes. All four hallways on the main level of the school, including the auditorium and Gym C, will be used for the show. Entrances at the north and south ends of the school will be open. Babysitting service will be available. Students will run a canteen; money raised will be used for school and team activities. Four door prize boxes will be placed at various locations in the school. The show, which is now in its 25th year, is sponsored by the South Grenville Alumni Association. All proceeds from admission fees collected will be used for activities at the high school. For more information on the Giant show, call Judi Baril at
925-3751. BGH receives three-year accreditationBROCKVILLE - Brockville General Hospital has received a three-year accreditation, President and CEO Ray Marshall announced Monday. The Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation (CCHSA) commended the hospital for its construction and redevelopment project as well as upgrading of information management and technology and services to employees, according to a hospital news release. CCHSA also provided recommendations which will provide direction for activity over the next several months. "Congratulations and thank you for all the work you have
done," Marshall stated in a message to staff. Model railroaders to hold open housePRESCOTT - The Leeds and Grenville Model Railroaders will host an open house this Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 am to noon at the club's large layout area on the third floor above Doyle's on King Street West. This is an opportunity for the public to view model trains in action. Admission is free; donations and new members are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. |
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Legion members urged to take active roleBy Tim Ruhnke Journal Editor CARDINAL - The Cardinal branch of the Royal Canadian Legion needs more of its members to get involved, according to Branch 105 President Ken Sorrenti. The well-attended 50th annual Armistice Banquet held Saturday night gave the president a chance to review the past year and note the achievements and challenges facing the branch. With the help of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, the branch was able to make its washrooms wheelchair accessible and move its office. The bar was also overhauled to make it more open, Sorrenti noted. Among the highlights of the past year were the "excellent" July 1 celebrations as well as Labour Day events and the annual pig roast. The recent poppy campaign went well; an estimated $1,100 or more was raised. But Sorrenti, attending his fourth and final banquet as president, also spoke of the need for more members to take an active role in the affairs of the branch. "We are in a critical phase right now," Sorrenti said. At a time when Legion membership is on the decline, the Cardinal branch has been fortunate to maintain a membership of about 300, according to Sorrenti. However, the future of the branch may be in jeopardy if apathy continues, the president said. "The older people do all the work; we have to get young people involved," Sorrenti added. The president said the branch can no longer rely on the bar to prop up its finances. In noting bingo proceeds have become an important revenue source, Sorrenti referred to talk of a no-smoking bylaw and how bingo halls in Ottawa have been hurt by municipal regulations. If that source of revenue were to dry up, the branch would have to come up with other ways of raising money in order to survive. Many visitors have noted the Cardinal branch is the best one in the district, according to Sorrenti. "We have to keep it that way," he said of the need for members to get involved. DISTRICT BRIEFSBusiness association to look at expanding areaCARDINAL - The Edwardsburgh/ Cardinal Ward One Business Association will be holding its next meeting tonight at 7 pm at the Cardinal Village Hall. The meeting will deal with plans to expand the business association past the ward one boundary. Possible Christmas promotions as well as tabulating survey responses about services, products and suggestions for public retail and service in the community will be on the agenda. Also, plans to respond to council with a letter about the petition presented to council about its composition by the Cardinal Ratepayers and Tennants Association will be addressed, as well as other possible meeting locations with the impending sale of the former Cardinal municipal building. For more information contact Marj Kempffer at the General
Dollar at 657-1764. Township resident to receive Queen's Jubilee AwardSPENCERVILLE - Edwardsburgh/Cardinal Mayor Dave Dobbie will be attending an awards ceremony in Brockville where a Spencerville woman will be among a group of people from Leeds and Grenville receiving the Queen's Jubilee Award. Molly Faisson will be receiving the award Nov. 13 at CJ's Banquet Hall in Brockville. Faisson was nominated by Edwardsburgh/Cardinal council late this summer after a request from the federal government for each municipality to nominate one possible recipient. The award honours those who have made significant contributions
to the community through their volunteer efforts. The cheque - and a bit extra - was in the mailSPENCERVILLE - Edwardsburgh/Cardinal council learned Monday that it had received about $1,000 more than it had originally thought. Council was presented a cheque for $752,274 from the Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Program Oct. 4, but through official notice from the program this past week discovered they actually received $753,254. "This is good news," says Mayor Dave Dobbie. "Maybe they got it wrong and want to give us even more." The $753,254 was given to upgrade the water treatment plant
in Cardinal, with half of the cheque coming from the federal
government and the other half coming from the provincial government;
the remainder of the $1.13-million project will be funded by
the municipality. Council allocates equipment funds to Port of PrescottSPENCERVILLE - The Port of Prescott has been allocated another $100,000 from the Edwardsburgh/Cardinal Township capital budget to help fund the scales program. The money will go towards getting new electronic scales, making new conduits and moving lines from different spots around the port to a central location above the operations manager's office as part of an update. The $100,000 came from the $1.3-million grant from the federal government two years ago for capital projects after Edwardsburgh/Cardinal assumed ownership of the port. The projects at the Port of Prescott, located near Johnstown,
are being fast tracked, as any money not used at the end of four
years must be given back to the federal government. Street construction is delayedSPENCERVILLE - Construction on Walter and Lambert streets could be a little behind schedule as David Brown Construction showed up a few days later than expected to start the work. David Brown Construction was on site Oct. 28 and began work on Oct. 29. According to council one crew had already started work on the streets, with a second expected to join them later this week. The plans call for the water lines to be replaced first, followed by storm and sanitary sewers. Construction was promised to be finished by Nov. 15 as part
of the tender, on-site estimates for storm and sewer hook-ups
will be offered as a convenience to the homeowners. Cardinal will remember at Nov. 11 ceremoniesCARDINAL - Remembrance Day ceremonies in Cardinal start at 10:45 am with the public gathering at the Coach House before marching to the cenotaph at 10:55 am. The service at the cenotaph will start at 11 am; following the service, the public is invited to gather at the Legion Branch 105 for lunch. |
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SGDHS girls basketball bounces back after tough lossesKEMPTVILLE - The South Grenville Giants senior girls basketball team split a pair of road games last week, losing to St. Michael of Kemptville before coming around for a convincing win over Grenville Christian College. The seniors travelled to Kemptville where they lost to St. Michael 38-18 Oct. 29. Miranda Kenney provided a bright spot for the Giants in the loss. "We were more than a little disappointed in the game," says senior coach Joe Latham. "It was a bit of a lackluster effort out there, but we came back in our next game against GCC to put a little more into it." On Oct. 30, the senior girls came out of the blocks fast securing a 24-0 lead in the first quarter, before working on set plays with the game securely in hand for a 83-19 win. Christy Latham and Ashley Weir led the way for the Giants offence with 17 points apiece, while Sam Joudoin played well chipping in 11. The senior girls are looking to build off the strong win over GCC as they played St. Mary of Brockville yesterday and play in a mini-tournament at Seaway District High School in Iroquois on Saturday. "If all goes well we could be going into the Leeds and Grenville Secondary School Association playoffs with six wins in a row," says Latham. "But we have to have the effort." The junior girls team had a similar experience last week after beating Brockville Collegiate Institute Oct. 24, the girls lost to St. Michael of Kemptville Oct. 30 before rebounding to beat GCC the following night. The junior girls beat BCI 45-30, before coming out flat in a 46-38 loss to St. Michael. After the loss the junior girls came out fired up, defeating
GCC 41-22 with strong defence from Stacy Kenney and Lyndsay Biccum
and the offence being paced by Sarah Watt and Allison White. Jr. B Rangers on a five-game win streakBy David Dickenson Journal Staff Writer CARDINAL - The South Grenville Jr. B Rangers continued their impressive turnaround to their season with two victories last weekend to extend their winning streak to five games. "It's been a good stretch so far, we're playing as a team and getting better results," says Rangers defenceman Peter Veltkamp. "There was more of a crackdown of dedication this year and it seems to have us going strong." The Rangers had a strong outing at the Cardinal and District Community Centre Saturday as they beat the Napanee Raiders 4-2 in interleague play. The visiting Raiders got on the board first five minutes into the first period, but the Rangers answered back two minutes later when Liam Tyrell scored, with assists going to Shawn Coville and Drew Lawrence. Napanee pulled ahead less than a minute later and held the lead until late in the first; South Grenville scored three unanswered markers to move in front. Dustin Swan scored the tying goal for the Rangers, with assists going to Derek June and Coville. South Grenville's Trevor Smith gave the Rangers their first lead of the game as he scored unassisted with just over two minutes left in the period. With 14 seconds left in the period, Adam Lawrence scored on a feed from Swan to put South Grenville up 4-2. Spencer Utman, getting a turn in nets, had a strong game holding the Raiders scoreless throughout the second and third periods to secure the 4-2 win. The next day the Rangers travelled to Verona where they beat the North Frontenac Flyers 7-4 for their fifth consecutive win. The Flyers took an early 1-0 lead on the Rangers midway through the period, but South Grenville rallied to tie things with a Chris Curley goal with the assist going to Kevin Walsh. South Grenville came out strong in the second period with taking the lead when Swan converted a Dave McKinnon shot to take the 2-1 lead. North Frontenac battled back to tie things, but South Grenville was too strong as Smith was able to put one past the Flyers keeper with the assist being credited to June. The Rangers offence continued their high-powered attack with Ryan Lawless using his size to his advantage to score unassisted on a powerplay to extend the lead to 4-2. North Frontenac got back into the game early in the third with two goals, but the Rangers pulled away for good with three third period goals. Lawless got on the board again with an unassisted short handed marker. South Grenville once again surprised the Flyers with Shawn Coville netting a short-handed marker off a Smith. Midway through the third period, June scored his eighth goal of the year off a Lawless pass to finish off the Flyers. Devin Payne helped out the Rangers providing a strong presence in nets, lowering his goals against average to third best in the league (3.14). The Rangers look for their sixth straight win when they host the Gananoque Islanders Saturday at 7:15 pm in Cardinal, before travelling to Amherstview Sunday to take on the Jets in interleague play starting at 3:15 pm. StandingsRideau St. Lawrence Jr. B Hockey LeagueRideau Division (44-Game Schedule) Team G W L T OTL GF GA Pts. Brockville 14 9 3 2 0 73 47 20 Gananoque 13 8 4 1 0 57 52 17 South Grenville 13 8 5 0 0 52 51 16 Athens 15 6 6 1 2 73 66 15 Westport 14 6 7 0 1 50 55 13 Giants hosting duties for LGSSA volleyballPRESCOTT - South Grenville District High School is preparing to host the Leeds and Grenville Secondary School Association senior and junior volleyball championships tomorrow (Thursday) starting at 3 pm. South Grenville was awarded the tournament after the Giants finished in first place in the junior, senior combined standings with 58 points, two higher than North Grenville. "We should be favoured in both junior and senior," says senior coach Kevin Devaney. "We've had a very uniform effort and very strong starting six to help our cause. "We had a little trouble last week, but we came together and came up big, which gave us a shot in the arm and enabled us to play here." The senior boys team started the season 6-0 at their host tournament Oct. 3, with the juniors going 4-2. The Giants followed up their strong efforts at the North Grenville tournament Oct. 24, as the seniors finished 5-1 to tie with Thousand Islands Secondary School for top spot, while the juniors finished 2-4 good enough for third place. The Giants had a bad tournament at Brockville Collegiate Institute Oct. 24, with the seniors finishing 2-4, and the juniors finishing 1-5, but securing wins over North Grenville to win hosting duties. "It was really great to be able to secure a home court advantage in the tournament," says junior coach Allison Banford. "We should do alright if we keep our heads in the game given that we have some momentum after the big win over North Grenville, with four starters missing. "Michael Armstrong our setter played really well and will be a key player for us taking the lead on the floor." The LGSSA tournament will run until about 7 pm. The Giants junior boys team starts the tournament off on court B at 3 pm, while the seniors start at 4 pm on court A, with the junior finals at 5 pm and the senior finals at 6:30 pm. Local girls seek stiffer competition in hockeyJOHNSTOWN - The quest for a scholarship and hockey glory has more girls joining the trend of commuting to Ottawa for better on ice competition. This is the fourth season of making the trip for 13 year-old Alexandra Marriner of Johnstown, and she is now getting some company. Thirteen-year-old South Edwardsburg Public School student Ashley Clarke is now joining Marriner in the weekly travels to Ottawa. The duo plays on the Nepean bantam AA Wildcats that play in the competitive midget league of the Ottawa District Womens Hockey Association. "We were in the same class at South Eds. last year," says Clarke, "so we knew each other and knew about the level of hockey I wanted to play." Marriner added, "It's a higher level of competition and a higher league. "It's good for us, it's not really difficult; it's just more of a challenge." Clarke added, "Playing against older and stronger players are helping me improve my skating and shooting." The girls families take turns driving to Ottawa for practices, usually making the trip three or four times a week. "We have a couple on ice sessions, dryland training where we spend the night in a gym and then games on the weekends," says Marriner. "It keeps us pretty busy." The extra time spent on the commute and the rigorous training schedule mean more work for the girls as they try to balance their winters between hockey, school and a social life. The girls take homework with them to complete during the hour long car ride to practice, as well as take advantage of spare moments in the day to finish up what is left of it. Marriner this season is skating on the left side of the club's first line and has been able to show more offensive punch to go along with her defensive play, while Clarke has been progressing with strong play as an offensive defenceman. "I am usually a defensive player," says Marriner. "I try to go back and help out on defence, but also I am putting up more points this year. "We've only had about two league games, two exhibition games and two tournaments so far this season." Clarke says her game is quite offensive for a defenceman, as she models her game after Bobby Orr. So far this season in a limited number of games, Marriner has two goals and four assists, while Clarke has played very solid in her first year in the league. Marriner and Clarke each consider themselves lucky to have the chance to play at a higher level, despite the sacrifice of spare time. "Each year there are only a couple new faces on the team," says Marriner. "This is pretty much the same team as last year, but Ashley made it as a younger player." Clarke added, "It's an honour to be here; it's better
competition and it's making me a better Interbranch darts race close after first monthIROQUOIS - The first month of the Interbranch Men's Dart League has shaped up nicely with a dead heat for first place in the standings. Prescott #1 finished the first month of the darts season in first place with 47 points, while Iroquois #1 is nipping at their heels only one point back. Iroquois #2 is still in the hunt with 40 points, while Prescott #2 with 34 points, Cardinal #1 with 29 points, Cardinal #2 with 25 points and Prescott #3 with 24 points round out the rest of the standings. David Haynes led the way with 20 games won in the month, while Tom Rae had 16, Rick Sayeau had 13, and Tom Beach and John Marchand each had 12. Haynes also led the way with a high finish of 138, with Bob Gaudet close at 133, Kevin Laming at 116-110, Ron Bradford at 104 and Bill Hutt at 97. Bobby Sayeau led the month's high scorers with 174-125; with Bob Juby, 160-140-125x2-121; J.P. Pidgeon, 160; Jerry Carr, 158-140x2-127-125x3-121x2-120 and Gary Bradford, 156-125 in hot pursuit. SGMHA novice league heats upPRESCOTT - The South Grenville novice Lightning Bolts managed to squeak out a 4-3 victory over the South Grenville novice Raptors Nov. 1 at the Leo Boivin Community Centre. Shane Riddell had a hat trick for the Bolts, while Brett Van Stralen added a single; Broyden Stufko (3), Adam Norton and Van Stralen all got assists. Payton Marriner led the way for the Raptors with two goals, with Matt Fox adding a single. Alex Stephenson, Shenda Harrison, Houston Bujacz and Jody Sullivan were all credited with assists. The Lightning Bolts scored a 3-2 victory over the Morrisburg Lions on Nov. 2, with Tyson Bertrend scoring twice and Nathan Hamilton adding a single for the Bolts. Amara Heisel and Bill Myers each picked up an assist. The South Grenville novice Fire Dogs travelled to Westport to defeat North Leeds 6-2 Nov. 2. Joey Sargeant had a hat trick for the Dogs, while Jesse Boyd, Matthew Boyd and Cody Knapp added singles. Devin Johnston (2), Emily Colwell, John Wood and J. Boyd had assists. On Oct. 28, the Fire Dogs stomped Athens #2 by a score of 14-1. Sargeant led the way for the Fire Dogs with five goals, while Johnston and J. Boyd had three, Jarrett Pitt, two, and Trevor Moore adding a single. Assists were credited to Sargeant (2), Moore, J. Boyd, Knapp, Johnston, Wood, Colwell, M. Boyd, Danielle Joudoin, Kyle Berry and Thomas Van Stralen. The Lightning Bolts also came out victorious in 7-0 win when they hosted Athens 1 Oct. 27 in Prescott. Bill Myers continued the Bolts' strong goaltending matching Nathan Peters effort last week with a shutout. Tyson Bertrend led the way for South Grenville with four goals and one assist, while Shane Riddell scored twice and Brett Van Stralen added a single. Colin Hoyland had two assists in the game, while Van Stralen and Nathan Hamilton each had one. On Oct. 26, the novice Fire Dogs defeated the novice Raptors 4-1, with Sargeant getting a hat trick for the Dogs. Spencer Lee scored the other goal for the Fire Dogs, while Matt Fox netted the lone marker for the Raptors. Peewee C Rangers pull out three drawsPRESCOTT - The South Grenville peewee C Rangers came away with three ties and a loss following a busy week of games against two squads from Kingston. On Oct. 21, the Rangers faced the strong goaltending of Kingston City, but were able to squeak one by to manage a 1-1 tie. Joel Smylie finally got the Rangers on the board in the third period when he found the net, after a feed from Jacob Temple. The goaltending tandem of Kenny Polite and Michael Allen played very well in goal splitting time. On Oct. 22, South Grenville had its first loss of the season, 5-1 in a very physical game against Kingston Township. The lone Rangers goal was scored by Tyler Curry, with Mason Amell and Orry Thorpe credited with assists. On Oct. 26, the Rangers were able to get some redemption from their loss to Kingston Township as they battled them to a 2-2 draw. Reilly Grootjans scored his first goal of the season, with
assists going to Ryan Joudoin and Smylie, while the other South
Grenville goal came from Hank Heykoop off a Curtis Biccum feed. Midget B Rangers dominate in 7-1 winPRESCOTT - The South Grenville major midget B Rangers dominated play for a 7-1 over Char-Lan Oct. 29 at Leo Boivin Community Centre. Luke Meppelder led the way for the Rangers with a hat trick in the game with Allan Robertson, Wes McFarlane, Mark Wyatt and Chris Hogeveen credited with assists. Wyatt also netted two goals for three points on the night, with David Thornhill and Troy Dukelow getting helpers on Wyatt's goals. Robertson and Dane Hutt netted singles in the game, with Hutt's coming off a shot from his own blue line going through the goaltenders pads to end things at 7-1. Rangers goalkeeper Chad Freer had a strong game in goal only
allowing one Char-Lan goal. SG 4 peewee pulls out two winsPRESCOTT - The South Grenville peewee Rangers #4 had a busy schedule this week pulling out two wins, a loss and a tie. On Oct. 21, the Rangers #4 defeated the South Grenville peewee Rangers #2 2-1. Danny Powers and Cody Chretien, scored for the Rangers #4 with the lone assist going to Jordie Fahrngruber, while Mike Thomas, assisted by Ryan Robinson, answered back for the Rangers #2. On Oct. 22, the Rangers #4 had a hard-fought 3-1 loss to the South Grenville peewee Rangers #1. Luke Casselman, Taylor Corney and Brock Murphy scored for the Rangers #1, while Thomas Polite scored the Rangers #4 lone goal. On Oct. 26, South Grenville #4 finished deadlocked with the Rangers #3 in a 3-3 draw. Todd Kirkey, Danny Powers and Wendel Thompson scored for the Rangers #4 with Cameron Pelehos getting an assist. Ryan Armstrong netted a hat trick for the Rangers #3, with Daniel Norton getting an assist. On Nov. 2, the Rangers #4 hosted Akwesasne for a 6-2 victory. Kirkey had a hat trick, while Chretien, Madden and Powers each added singles, while Pelehos, Thompson, Fahrngruber and Jason Deeks all had assists. RSL midgets on win streakPRESCOTT - The Rideau St. Lawrence AA minor midget Kings improved their league record to 4-3-2 after posting three consecutive wins. On Oct. 28 the Kings scored a 4-1 win over the Seaway Valley Rapids at the Leo Boivin Community Centre. Pat Doyle scored twice for the Kings with Matt Carmichael and Ben Collins netting singles. On Nov. 2 the Kings beat the Cumberland Barons 2-1 in Prescott, with Ryan Shecter having a strong game in goal for the Kings. Doyle and Travis Wing scored the Kings goals. The Kings notched their first shut-out of the season with a 5-0 win over the Seaway Valley Rapids in Maxville Nov. 3. Tomo Hosogoe earned the shut-out, while Doyle, Wing, Collins, Steve McGlade and Matt Lirette scored for the Kings. Atom B Rangers score road victoryKINGSTON - The South Grenville atom B Rangers were able to secure one win on a recent three-game road trip. On Oct. 18, the Rangers travelled to Kingston to defeat the Kingston Titans 3-2. Ben Hutton and Ryan Van Stralen scored the South Grenville goals, while defencemen Lucas Stitt, Jacob Hayes, Clarke Seymour and Ryan Hanes had good games in their own end. Richard Joudoin had a strong game in goal. On Oct. 26, the Rangers lost 3-2 to North Leeds, with Hayes and Van Stralen providing the South Grenville markers. Kurtis Lavery had two assists in the game, while other helpers came from Hanes and Hutton. On Oct. 27, South Grenville finished its road trip with a 3-0 loss to Loyalist. In a physical, tight-checking game, Loyalist wore down the Rangers for the win despite the grit of Cory Wilson and Lavery creating some good scoring chances. The Rangers are now 2-2 on the season. |
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