VOL. 173, NO.34~ PRESCOTT, ONTARIO ~ August 13, 2003

South Grenville copes with loss of power

Prescott area spared brunt of massive outage

By Tim Ruhnke, Journal Editor

PRESCOTT ­ South Grenville made it through North America's biggest power outage in history relatively unscathed.

As was the case for most of Ontario and several American states, the lights went out in the Prescott area at about 4:11 pm Thursday. The massive failure, which is now believed to have originated in transmission lines in Ohio, brought most activities in this part of the continent to a halt.

Compared to other areas, South Grenville's outage was relatively brief. Power to Prescott and Cardinal was restored at about 9:40 pm, according to Rideau St. Lawrence (RSL) Distribution President and CEO John Walsh. RSL also provides electricity to South Dundas and Westport. Iroquois received power at about the same time as Cardinal and Prescott, but Westport remained without electricity until about 2:30 am.

Many outlying areas served by Hydro One also had their power restored late Thursday, although there were reports some areas experienced outages Friday afternoon.

As media reports indicated the outage might last for several days, line-ups formed at many gas stations even though most were unable to pump gasoline.

Most stores closed early, although there were a few that remained open so customers could stock up on batteries and other supplies.

The Prescott Police Service reported no major problems during the outage.

Police Chief Bryan Somerville said there were a lot more people on the streets than usual. However, he added most seemed to be well-behaved.

Additional police personnel were about to be called in when power was restored, according to Somerville.

The chief said the atmosphere in town is much different when the lights are out.

Grenville County OPP also reported a quiet night Thursday. Day-shift officers remained on duty until late Thursday. No major incidents were reported that night in Augusta and Edwardsburgh/ Cardinal.

No collisions were reported in Prescott Thursday evening. With the traffic lights out of commission, drivers are supposed to treat the affected intersections as four-way stops.

The traffic signals at the intersection of Edward Street and Churchill Road did not reactivate properly when power was restored; the lights went into flashing mode. Stop signs were placed on Edward Street Friday morning and remained in place until the signals were fixed Monday afternoon.

Prescott Mayor Robert Lawn commended motorists for the courtesy they showed at the intersection. Lawn also gave credit to town residents for their positive response during the outage.

The power supply was not interrupted in Prescott or Cardinal through the weekend. There was a brief outage Monday at about 7:20 am.

Prescott's water plant continued to operate during the outage. Town Engineer Clyde Solomon said a back-up generator allowed the pumping of water to continue for the entire length of the failure.

However, the same cannot be said for the sewage treatment plant.

There are no stand-by systems in place at the four pumping stations near the Coast Guard base, marina, New Wexford and the water pollution control centre in the Johnstown Industrial Park.

The plant is operated by the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA). OCWA representative John Kingsbury indicated there was a three-hour period during which normal operations could not continue.

One of the reasons municipal officials are hoping to refurbish the town's sewage treatment operations is to avoid situations in which untreated sewage could be discharged into the St. Lawrence River.

Although power was restored last week, conservation measures were in place at the beginning of this week as facilities that generate electricity in Ontario were brought back on line.

Electricity conservation urged

By Tim Ruhnke, Journal Editor

SOUTH GRENVILLE ­ Conservation continues to be emphasized as Ontario gets back into full gear after Thursday's power outage.

The state of emergency declared in Ontario Thursday remained in place as of early this week. Premier Ernie Eves is calling on businesses to reduce their power consumption by 50 per cent and the public to conserve electricity wherever possible to avoid rotating blackouts or a failure in Ontario's electrical grid.

The premier's request was made Sunday evening. No additional outages were reported Monday, the first day of the work week.

It appeared many companies were complying with the conservation message. Peter Froeschel, plant manager at Rehau Industries in Prescott, said the pipe and window manufacturer opted to run different production lines that used less electricity. After being shut down the better part of three days, the plant was at about half its capacity Monday. The conservation efforts were expected to continue until the end of the week.

"It will affect the bottom line, that's for sure," Froeschel said. "But we're still busy."

Jim Cavers of Nitrochem in Maitland said Monday the facility is running with a minimal amount of energy. He noted operators at the plants are well-trained when it comes to dealing with power interruptions that might be caused by storms or other factors. Reduced production is not something companies like to see, but Cavers added everyone is in the same position as a result of the massive outage and its aftermath.

Conserve power and water

Rideau St. Lawrence Distribution (RSL) supports the premier's call for conservation. The local utility is recommending customers shift their energy consumption to off-peak hours (8 pm to 8 am) if possible.

"It is not business as usual as the power supply is not available to meet normal demands," RSL states in a release issued Monday.

The utility noted it is reducing its consumption of electricity by running a generator to supply its central office during peak hours.

The Town of Prescott is also calling for conservation. The town's water treatment plant is using a diesel generator during the 12-hour peak period. Mayor Robert Lawn said town residents should reduce their water consumption this week. The mayor is asking people not to water their lawns and to water gardens only in the evening. General household use of water should also be decreased. Doing laundry and using dishwashers should be avoided, and taking showers instead of baths is recommended.

The town's police, fire and public works departments are also operating on generator power this week. Air conditioners are off at municipal facilities, and minimal lights and computers are being used. However, administrative offices are open.

As of Monday, the library was closed until further notice and the McKnight Fountain was shut down. Ice surface preparations at the Leo Boivin Community Centre are being delayed.

In noting he is pleased with the way the public is responding, Lawn urged town residents to continue conserving electricity. The risk of rolling blackouts that could last up to two hours still exists, according to the mayor.

The premier also indicated all non-essential government workers should stay home Monday.

VanSchie enters race for reeve of Augusta

AUGUSTA ­ Former Augusta Township reeve Adrian VanSchie is seeking a return to the council table.

VanSchie submitted his nomination papers for reeve earlier this week. Reeve George Vail is seeking re-election; Darlene Banning has also declared her candidacy for the position.

VanSchie served three terms as reeve from 1991 to 2000. Prior to becoming reeve, he served one term as deputy reeve of Augusta.

When asked why he decided to run in the November municipal election, VanSchie told The Journal it was "an extremely enjoyable part" of his life.

In 1999, VanSchie announced he wanted to send more time with his family and decided not to seek re-election. He said he has been able to participate in many of his family's greatest events ­ including becoming a grandparent ­ and has now found the balance in his life that will enable him to pursue a personal goal: serving as head of council in Augusta.

Although not part of the current council, VanSchie has maintained his involvement in the community. He is a provincial representative on the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit and an active supporter of preventive health-care initiatives. VanSchie is also a director on the Prescott and District Chamber of Commerce.

He said he has been considering a return to township politics for about six months.

When asked if his decision has anything to do with the current state of affairs in the township, VanSchie said he is running for reeve based on his experience and education. VanSchie has completed municipal administration courses at St. Lawrence College and became a member of the association of municipal clerks and treasurers.

The former reeve also indicated he would not criticize the manner in which council is governing the municipality.

VanSchie was first elected reeve by defeating incumbent Ed Coons and former reeve Carl Polite. Three years later, he defeated Robert Bell to win re-election. VanSchie received a third term by defeating Dwain Swerdfiger in 1997.

"My request of Augusta residents is that you remember my past accomplishments, the dedication that I provided to fulfill our community needs and that you consider me for reeve of Augusta when you mark your ballot," VanSchie stated earlier this week.

The deadline for nominations is Sept. 26.

THIS WEEK

Student employment centre closes for season

PRESCOTT ­ The Prescott Human Resource Centre of Canada for Students has closed for the season.

The centre placed 110 students in jobs and helped more than 60 employers and students with their summer employment needs. In addition to listing jobs, Summer Employment Officer Robert Turnbull assisted students by providing advice on resumes, cover letters and interviews. The centre also promoted the benefits of hiring students.

The Prescott office "...is looking forward to working with the community to support student employment again next summer," a news release states.

Human resource centres for students are part of the federal government's youth employment strategy.

Chamber hosts big yard sale this Saturday

PRESCOTT ­ The third annual Prescott and District Chamber of Commerce garage sale will take place this Saturday, Aug. 23 from 8 am to 1 pm at the clock tower square.

Hundreds of items, many of which are from stock donated by local merchants, will be up for grabs. Proceeds from the giant sale will go to the Chamber's community projects fund.

In 2001 and 2002, the garage sale coincided with the river poker run's Prescott stop. However, the local stretch of the St. Lawrence River is not being used for this year's run.

In addition to the Chamber's yard sale, shoppers can check out the vendors at the Prescott Farmers' Market located near the clock tower at King and Centre streets. The market is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings.

Steel band featured at next Sunday concert

PRESCOTT ­ The second-last Sunday concert of the season will take place Aug. 24 at 6:30 pm at the amphitheatre.

The Brockville Lions Steel Band will perform at the waterfront venue.

Admission is free; donations will be accepted at the concert.

In case of rain, the concert will be held at the Leo Boivin Community Centre.

The Codes and Running Kind will be featured at the final performance of the 2003 season Aug. 31.

Kelly's Beach is open

PRESCOTT ­ Kelly's Beach continues to produce acceptable bacteria levels in water samples taken by the Leeds, Grenville and District Health Unit.

The public beach in Prescott has remained open throughout July and August. Beaches are monitored on a weekly basis, the status of more than 20 beaches in the region was last updated Friday. To check the list, visit www.healthunit.org.

Prescott council candidate has a positive approach

PRESCOTT ­ Suzanne Dodge plans to focus on the positive.

The candidate for Prescott councillor said she might not have an extensive background when it comes to municipal politics, but she does have the passion and energy to help make things happen.

Dodge, who has an extensive background in advertising and marketing and operates Suzanne Dodge and Associates Inc., has lived in the Prescott area most of her life. She said she is at the point in her life when her children are older and she can bring her upbeat attitude to council.

"It was time to give something back," Dodge said.

The candidate noted councils of the past six years have been tied up in issues such as what to do about the town hall. "A lot's been put on the back burner," she said.

Dodge added she had been considering making a run for council for about a month, but Mayor Robert Lawn's decision to seek re-election "cemented" her position. She said Lawn has a lot of vision and has done what he could to deal with the "stalemate" that often occurs at the council table.

In noting the need for downtown improvements and coming up with a revised plan for the community, Dodge said the town has an excellent group of staff that should be left to do their jobs. She is pleased to see several other political newcomers vying for a chance to serve on council.

"My only agenda is to try and make things work," she said.

The other three declared councillor candidates are Robert Pelda, Sue O'Hanlon and Graham Cudlipp. Nominations close Sept. 26.

Munsch tales come to life

BROCKVILLE ­ A production based on stories by best-selling Canadian children's author Robert Munsch will be presented this month at the Brockville Arts Centre.

The St. Lawrence Stage Company closes its ninth summer season with "Bunch O'Munsch," which will run from Aug. 21 to Aug. 29. The production features St. Lawrence's Young Company consisting of more than two dozen young performers from the area, including South Grenville. This adaptation of 14 of Munsch's best-loved stories includes original music and songs under the direction of stage company artistic director David Savoy.

For show times and reservations, call the box office at 342-7122. The stage company's Web site can be viewed at www.brockville.com/stageco.

Jordan to vote in favour of same-sex marriage

LEEDS AND GRENVILLE ­ Joe Jordan believes allowing same-sex marriage is an issue of basic rights.

The Leeds-Grenville MP says he plans to vote in favour of the concept when it is put to a free vote in the House of Commons this fall.

Jordan was one of many MPs who voted in favour of a 1999 resolution stating marriage is a union between a man and a woman, and parliament should preserve that definition. Given subsequent court rulings, though, Jordan said he would not vote for such a resolution again.

"To me, it is now a question of equity," the Liberal MP told The Journal recently.

In acknowledging many people who live in the riding may not share his support of same-sex marriage, Jordan said this is one occasion in which he cannot ignore his personal beliefs. He acknowledged it is an emotional issue for both sides. As a practising Catholic, Jordan's position differs with that of church hierarchy that has called on Catholic politicians to oppose same-sex marriage.

Although he is in favour of the concept, Jordan would also like to see a law that protects churches from being forced to marry same-sex couples. The MP does not believe government and the church should tell each other what to do. For example, churches should not be forced to marry gay or lesbian couples.

Jordan expects the issue of same-sex marriage will be among many to be discussed this week as the Liberal caucus meets in North Bay.

Hands-on approach at Harvest Days

Annual event demonstrates past farming practices

By David Dickenson, Journal Staff Writer

ROEBUCK - A chance to get dirty and make some noise while helping a good cause is what drew hundreds of people to Roebuck for Harvest Days Saturday and Sunday.

The annual Harvest Days demonstrations put on by Antique Wheels in Motion is a display of machinery one weekend a year in hopes of having some fun while educating the public about how farming used to be done.

"It more of less got started with a bunch of people saving their old equipment," explained volunteer Gord Buker. "We wanted to see how everyone's stuff worked and then got involved with the World Grain Bank where we donate crops from the event every year in order to help out third-world countries.

"It kind of just grew from there. It's just an invitation to come here and show off a bit of the past; it's a fun time."

One of the event volunteers, Dale Countryman, explained the hands-on approach to the festival and equipment which makes it a favourite for the visitors and older people that grew up around farms.

"This is a chance to get the equipment out here and make some dust and noise," said Countryman. "It gives us a chance to play with this stuff. The theory behind the show is to have more live displays so they can see the equipment in use."

Buker added, "For a lot of the older people who grew up with farming, it brings them back a lot of memories. They'll look at the equipment working and they remember the good old days."

The event, which featured displays of the old equipment, also provides a little bit of everything for the family with craft vendors selling their goods, old cars and farm equipment on display as well as the Grenville 4-H Club holding plowing lessons to help improve their skills before other competitions.

"We got a few more displays and crafts this year," said festival Vice-President Al Slater. "We've got a lot of old equipment and we even have an antique boat on display this year."

It was estimated nearly ten acres of grains were donated to the World Food Bank.

Buy Canadian beef, MPP urges

LEEDS AND GRENVILLE ­ Consumers should be choosing Canadian beef, according to MPP Bob Runciman.

As the industry copes with the continuing aftermath of the BSE (mad cow disease) scare, the Leeds-Grenville MPP is encouraging the public to ask butchers, grocery store and restaurants where they get their beef. Runciman noted some of what consumers are eating has been imported from the United States, Argentina and other countries.

"I am not advocating a boycott or anything like that," the MPP stated in a news release. "I am suggesting that people of Ontario and all Canadians make a conscious effort to choose beef produced in Canada."

Runciman said businesses can post signs indicating the beef they are selling comes from Canadian producers.

"I am going to start looking for these types of signs before I buy any beef products, and I hope other Ontario consumers will too," Runciman stated.

Although the U.S. is lifting a portion of its ban on Canadian beef products, farmers are still being hurt by prices that are a fraction of what they were prior to the report this spring of one case of mad cow disease in the Prairies.

"The idea that Canadian farmers are losing their business and their homes while we think we are helping by continuing to buy beef doesn't make a lot of sense if that beef is coming from other countries," Runciman stated. "We must strengthen the Canadian cattle industry by being its best customers."

The MPP went on to indicate this country should be doing more to support the industry even if the American and Japanese borders were to open for exports immediately.

Tourism Prescott chair to run for councillor

PRESCOTT ­ Prescott's time has come, according to one of the candidates for councillor.

Graham Cudlipp believes it is time for attitudes to change when it comes to showing off the great things Prescott has to offer. "There is so much to offer here" he said. "It's there for the asking."

Cudlipp, chairman of Tourism Prescott and an active member of many community groups, said the town can work with its municipal neighbours to make the area realize its potential. "If we all work together, we all win," he added.

In noting the value of the Shakespeare festival and existing features, Cudlipp said council could play a lead role in maintaining some of this town's history. A member of St. John's Anglican Church, Cudlipp believes the town could help find a solution to the challenges facing congregations trying to maintain their beautiful old historic buildings.

In acknowledging he has no experience in municipal politics, Cudlipp welcomes the opportunity to participate in the democratic process and is pleased to see others are prepared to run for office.

By emphasizing quality of life and the town's many assets, Cudlipp believes Prescott can stand out and become a major tourist destination.

"We should get off the pot and do something," said Cudlipp, who added the town can achieve its goals and develop "an attitude of gratitude" as long as there is co-operation among neighbours and council itself.

The other three declared candidates vying for the six councillor seats are Robert Pelda, Sue O'Hanlon and Suzanne Dodge. The deadline for nominations is Sept. 26.

French yet to decide which position to seek

PRESCOTT ­ A Prescott councillor has yet to decide whether he will seek re-election or run for mayor.

Jim French said he was surprised by Mayor Robert Lawn's announcement last Monday that he would be seeking a second term. French told The Journal Lawn had been saying for two-and-a-half years it would be his first and only term as mayor.

Last week's announcement has not changed French's position with respect to the municipal election in November. "I'm still planning to run for council," he said.

The councillor added he would likely wait until the filing deadline to make a final decision.

"If I do decide to run for mayor, I know it's going to be a hard battle," said French, who added the incumbent always has the advantage.

French said he would focus on commercial and industrial development, things he believes "the town could be doing a lot more of."

Lawn is the only declared mayoralty candidate in Prescott.

Prescott police investigate theft of three riding lawn mowers from local stores

PRESCOTT ­ Three separate riding mower thefts are being investigated by the Prescott Police Service.

Two of the thefts occurred at Beach Home Hardware and were reported Aug. 10 and Aug. 13. Both units are Simplicity Regent. The orange riding mower is model number 1693914; the other unit is model number 1693915 and serial number 06098. The cutting deck of the second unit was also taken; it bears model number 1693795 and serial number 02594.

Canadian Tire reported the theft of a Yard Works riding lawn mower Aug. 12. The green 19-hp unit has a 42-inch cutting deck and is model number 60-1828-2.

Police believe the three thefts, all of which took place during store hours, are related. Similar thefts have occurred in Eastern Ontario.

In all, town police responded to 138 calls for service and one motor vehicle collision between Aug. 11 and Aug 18.

A 13-year-old girl reported on Aug. 15 at about 12:20 pm she had been assaulted by a woman on King Street. The girl said a woman driving a burgundy van stopped the vehicle, got out of the van, choked and then struck her. The victim was not injured. The woman is described as being between 20 and 30, 5'7" and 140 lbs., with her hair in a bun. Constable Steinburg is the investigating officer.

A hit and run collision in the parking lot of the Prescott Golf Club was reported Aug. 18. A man told police he had left his vehicle parked in the lot overnight; upon his return, he found the back end of his car had been struck, causing an estimated $1,500 damage.

It is believed a larger vehicle, possibly a pick-up, may be responsible. Chief Somerville is investigating.

Anyone with information on these or any other occurrences in town is asked to contact the Prescott Police Service at 925-4252 or 1-800-222-8477. The police station is located at the corner of Henry and Centre streets.

Ministry seeks input on Ultramar application

MAITLAND NEWS by Jane Fullarton

Sharon Wilkinson and Lindsay Penney, the community emergency management co-ordinators for Augusta Township, responded to the power outage on Aug. 14 by convening a meeting at 7 p.m. to determine which actions needed to be taken in case of a prolonged power interruption. In attendance at the meeting were Reeve George Vail, Fire Chief Lorne Dougherty, Chief Building Official Doug Beesley, Public Works Manager Fred Leonard, Firefighter Ed Finucan as well as Penney and Wilkinson.

The needs identified were drinking water for residents, generators for the dairy industry, and to ascertain the special needs of residents including seniors and those who require special attention because of medical conditions. It was identified water could be obtained, by residents who bring their own containers, at the fire halls, Nitrochem and Grenville Christian College. Co-ordination of obtaining generators would be done through Emergency Management Ontario and the federal agency, the Office of Critical Infrastructure Protection and Emergency Preparedness. As power was restored after six hours, no further meetings were necessary.

This event was a way for the committee to check the effectiveness of its emergency plan and to help refine that plan. No incidents were reported during the power outage. To find out more about how to be prepared for an emergency, Wilkinson recommends residents see the information on the Web site www.emergencypreparednessweek.ca.

Ministry reviewing request

Augusta council has received a response from the Ministry of the Environment regarding its concern about Ultramar's application to extend shunting of trains to anytime during a 24-hour period in case of emergency.

The ministry has asked for a written submission expressing particular concerns to be sent as soon as possible as the application is currently under review. Anyone wanting input into the submission should contact any member of council with their concerns so their views may be shared with the ministry.

Hazardous waste day is Saturday

Residents of Prescott, Augusta and Edwardsburgh/Cardinal can drop off household hazardous waste items free of charge this Saturday, Aug. 23 from 8:30 to 11:30 am at the patrol garage on County Road 21 east of Spencerville.

Officials still await judicial review result

PRESCOTT ­ The waiting game continues.

It has now been more than two months since a hearing was held at Osgoode Hall in Toronto to determine the validity of an Ontario Civilian Commission on Police Services (OCCOPS) decision not to permit the disbandment of the Prescott Police Service.

As of earlier this week, the outcome of the June 13 hearing had not been made public.

The town and its police services board are asking the courts to overturn or set aside the 2001 OCCOPS position, which has prevented the town from entering into a contract with the Ontario Provincial Police.

The commission indicated at the time it would reconsider its position if the OPP and Prescott Police Constable Darren Davis ­ a former OPP officer whom his ex-employer says it will not hire as part of the disbandment process ­ agreed to binding arbitration. The OPP offered to hire all the other town constables.

The town and OPP told the three-judge panel conducting the judicial review in Toronto that OCCOPS does not have the authority to tell the OPP who it can and cannot hire. With all other concerns having been dealt with, the town's position is that disbandment should be granted.

It is expected the loss of the municipal police department would also lead to the elimination of several civilian positions in police and fire dispatch. The OPP has its own communications system; the town would contract out fire dispatch. The OPP has indicated it would offer employment to one of the civilian workers.

Augusta residents asked to use common sense

MAYNARD - Augusta Township has cut some non-essential services to the municipality in order to help the province cope with its electrical crisis stemming from Thursday's blackout.

Township CAO Sharon Wilkinson indicated Monday only essential items in the municipal office were being used.

"We've been shutting down a lot of lights in the municipal offices," said Wilkinson. "We do need computers, of course, but we're trying to shut down systems which we are not using at the time. We've also shut down the air conditioning"

Wilkinson also explained some other luxuries in the township were being shut down in order to conserve.

"The library CAP units are not up and running," said Wilkinson. "They are used for free Internet service, but it's non-essential and are shut down."

Wilkinson indicated the township was lucky as the received power back, before some of the other areas of the province which continued to be without power through the weekend.

"We're asking people to use their common sense," said Wilkinson. 'We're hoping people will do what they can to conserve, especially through the peak period between 4-6 pm."

After the power outage, Augusta did not declare a state of emergency, but did come to a state of enhanced preparedness and convened an ad hoc Emergency Control Group meeting, chaired by Reeve George Vail Thursday night at 7 pm.

The emergency committee identified distribution points with the co-operation of site managers obtained and the fire hall's water pressure system generators were activated. The need to secure heavy generator assistance for the dairy industry was identified and the need to ascertain the well-being of isolated seniors and heavy home care situations also noted.

Labour Day golf tournament to help Rotary fight polio

By David Dickenson, Journal Staff Writer

PRESCOTT - The Prescott Rotary Club is preparing for its Charity Golf Tournament for PolioPlus Sept. 1 at the Prescott Golf Club.

The Rotary Club is holding the golf tournament as part of the Rotary International's fundraising effort to help eradicate polio worldwide by the club's 100th anniversary in 2005.

"This is the first time we've done this," explained chairman of the Prescott Rotary Club's Polio Plus Campaign, Kenneth Durand. "It's really a big thing we're doing. This tournament is how we are helping to raise our portion of the money needed for the campaign."

The Prescott Rotary Club has set its goal of raising $9,000 for its' drive entitled "Fulfilling Our Promise: Eradicate Polio"

A highly infectious disease, polio still affects children, mainly under the age of five, in countries in southern Asia and parts of Africa, and can cause paralysis and sometimes death.

In 1988 there were 360,000 children worldwide infected with the Polio Virus on an annual basis, and through Rotary's efforts and others participating in the eradication initiave it was down to 1,900 new cases reported last year in seven countries around the world.

In order to re-immunize the seven remaining countries that are considered to have a polio epidemic, Rotary International is trying to raise $80 million US.

Durand views the effort as a historic window of opportunity.

"No child today should ever have to suffer from polio as it is totally preventable," said Durand. "If we raise this money now, we will be preventing future generations from suffering the age-old scourge."

The Sept. 1 event is set to kick off with a shotgun start at 1 pm, with a four-person scramble format. Other fundraising events will take place at the course, including closest-to-the-pin and putting contests.

The Prescott Rotary Club is accepting corporate sponsors, hole sponsors, prizes, golfers and donations for the event.

Each year Prescott Golf Club plays host to a Labour Day Tournament for Charity.

For more information or to donate contact Ken Durand, Prescott Rotary Club, Box 1477, Prescott, ON, K0E 1T0 or call 925-0145.

Youth centre goes camping

PRESCOTT ­ The Prescott Youth Centre's second and final overnight camping trip of the season is set for this Friday and Saturday (Aug. 22-23) at Grenville Park.

The get-together starts at 1 pm and ends Saturday at noon. There is a registration fee.

For more information or to sign up, contact the youth centre on King Street West (925-2004).

Kids can end summer in zone

PRESCOTT ­ Children can spend part of their last week of summer holidays in The Zone.

The afternoon program for youngsters between the ages of seven and 11 runs from Monday, Aug. 25 to Friday, Aug. 29 at Seaway Christian Church on Churchill Road. In addition to playing games, doing crafts and eating "yummy" snacks, participants might also learn life lessons.

For more information, contact Barry Edmondson at 925-5840.

Chess in the park

BROCKVILLE ­ Local chess enthusiasts and those interested in finding out more about the game are being invited to take part in Chess in the Park.

The event will take place in Hardy Park Sunday, Aug. 24 beginning at 2 pm.

There is no entry fee.

For more information, contact Keith Jones at 342-7170.

Successful summer for area lawn bowlers

PRESCOTT - The Prescott Lawn Bowling Club has managed a summer full of strong performances.

On June 11, the club hosted the Hiram Walker open pairs tournament which saw ten teams from Galetta, Goulbourn, Elmdale, Ottawa, Kemptville, Iroquois and Brockville taking part, including one visitor from Germany. The tournament was won by the team from Goulbourn which included
skip Eileen Brown and vice Joan Flewellyn, while the two game high went to Ernie and Helen Schuck from Iroquois and the one game high to David and Sandra Jeffries from Galetta.

Sixteen clubs participated in the Loyalist Days mixed pairs tournament Aug. 12, after it had to be post poned July 11 due to rain. Teams from Kingston, Perth, Smiths Falls, Ottawa, Kemptville and Brockville participated in the tournament. Prescott bowler Doug McQuitty teamed with Toni Jansmen of Ottawa to win two of three games and narrowly missed winning the game high by two points. Bill Todd and Susie Locke of Prescott managed to win the Loyalist Days title with a total of 48 + 2 points, followed closely by the three-game runner-up team of Bob Frazer and Cora Fisher of Ottawa with 45 points.

The Kemptville team of Hermann and Bertha Tenbult was the winner of the two-game high, while the one game high was won by Don and Isobel Jones of Ottawa.

On July 25, the Prescott team of Marie Simpson, Locke and Irene St. John was the winner of the one-game high at a tournament in Kemptville, while Simpson, Locke and Dorothy Dove also took part in a tournament in Kingston where they managed to win two of three games but narrowly missed winning the two-game high by two points.

The club will host its final tournament of the season, the Walter Baker MP Sept. 5. The public is welcome to attend.

Gunners Rec soccer team ends United's win streak

OTTAWA - The Prescott Gunners Men's Rec 6 soccer team acted as spoiler defeating the first-place Ottawa United 8-4 for its first loss of the season July 30 in the Ottawa Carleton Soccer League.

The Gunners put pressure on early with midfielder Cory Allan launching a shot from 20 yards out to beat the goaltender just under the bar.

Prescott continued it's offensive attack as forward Scott Kendall beat the goaltender from close range, and Shawn Cowan received a pass splitting the defence and found himself unopposed on the goal line.

Late in the first half, Kendall scored his second of the game scoring on a hard shot in close, before the United retaliated to get on the board.

The second half opened with pressure from Ottawa, testing the tough defence of Art Hitsman, Troy Watkins, John Doris and Steve Ranger and goalkeeper Don Lewis, before narrowing the lead to two goals.

Gunners forward Kevin Spero wasted no time responding as he beat the keeper in the bottom right corner to give Prescott a 5-2 lead.

United bounced back for another goal, but Cowan scored his second of the game after receiving a nice pass from Andrew McMullen.

Cowan completed the hat trick moments later on a second effort from John Gibson's shot to give Prescott a 7-3 lead.

McMullen scored the Gunners' final goal of the game as he redirected a pass from Spero for his first of the season.

Ottawa would respond once more to finish the game with an 8-4 win for Prescott and improve their record to 3-2-3 on the season.

The Gunners received strong defensive play from midfielders Tom Kirten and Allan.

Prescott will travel to Ottawa today to take on the Ottawa Hellenic.

Jr. B Rangers hold tryouts

SPENCERVILLE - The South Grenville Jr. B Rangers have two more tryout sessions left in August.

The first runs from 9 pm to 10:30 pm tomorrow (Thursday), while the final tryout will take place Sunday (Aug. 24) from 7 pm until 9 pm.

For more information contact Dennis Van Luit at 925-3012.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"What we're doing is all above board and we just want to be fair."

Township Councillor Frank Noccey, commenting on proposed water meters for Cardinal

Editor's Notebook

PAY NOW OR PAY MORE LATER: At a time when most Ontario residents have had it up to here with talk of deregulation of the electricity sector and hydro bill increases, last week's mega-outage that brought this province and several American states to a standstill could serve as the beginning of a lengthy process that could push those hydro bills even higher.

If the experts and pundits are correct and the distribution system in the Great Lakes system is as fragile as it sounds, governments that have foresight (an oxymoron, some would argue) and an understanding of how damaging an unreliable power supply can be must get together with the power companies and make things right.

We have seen how one problem can start a domino effect and disrupt our economy and put countless lives at risk in so many different ways.

Any political party that does not make solving this problem a top priority is not looking after the best interests of this province and does not deserve to govern Ontario. Voters should ask the candidates in the upcoming provincial election how the problem can be addressed and who will likely end up paying for it. More importantly, the candidates had better be able to come up with answers.

Ensuring there is a reliable supply of electricity is not just some political game; it is our social and economic lifeline. Those hydro bills might have to reflect the true cost of fixing the system, but the events of last week showed us the alternative would cost us a lot more in the long run.

SPEED IS AN ISSUE EVERYWHERE: The people who live in the north end and signed a petition calling on the town to place stop signs on Churchill Road at Mackenzie Road have every right to voice their concerns about speeders and aggressive drivers and how they put other motorists and pedestrians. The point that should not be lost in this debate, however, is there are many other roadways in the area that have a similar problem.

There are probably residents of Boundary Street who would prefer to see fewer speeders in their neighbourhood. What about Dundas Street in Cardinal or Centre Street in Spencerville? Many drivers see a long, straight stretch of road that has no mandatory stops (even in a residential neighbourhood) as an invitation to save a bit of time.

Unless that mentality changes, the only things that could have a positive effect are stop signs, increased police presence or a tragedy.

As town officials consider the Churchill request, it would be a good time for all drivers (including those who live in the north end) to consider what they can do make their local streets safer.

Tim Ruhnke

It could have been a much longer night in Prescott

THE NEW GUY by Tim Ruhnke

There is no doubt there would have been a fair amount of vandalism and trouble if the big power outage had continued another couple of hours. Even with frequent appearances by officers in cruisers or on bike patrol, some of the people seeking a destructive way to channel their energy or vent their frustration were close to accomplishing their goal. Prescott residents should consider themselves fortunate to have been spared what could have been a much longer night and a black eye for the community.

It is bad enough tempers flared earlier in the week in the clock tower square.

The situation is truly unfortunate. Most of the people who hang out on main street are not trouble-makers, but there is a growing perception downtown Prescott is not a safe place, especially at night. The police chief has acknowledged it is difficult to shoo away someone who is not breaking the law; unless there is a tough loitering bylaw that is enforced on a zero-tolerance basis, individuals will continue to congregate on the main drag if there is nothing better to do and the heat and humidity is forcing them to cooler surroundings. We know the "hanging-out" problem does not exist when it is 20 below.

Other than a cold snap or the arrival of winter, a solution to the loitering problem continues to elude us.

* * *

I will admit to having my fair share of "blond" moments, and Thursday's power outage reminded me others are in the same boat.

Undoubtedly, there were many people seeking a lovely chilled beverage and were seeking an alternative to opening the fridge door (although if the outage had been much longer, keeping that fridge door closed would have meant squat). The search for a cold drink when it is 30 degrees outside and inside is a noble cause to which I can relate; however, why is it that some of us seem to believe pop machines are somehow immune to the loss of electricity? As much as I would like to think the ol' Coke machine is unstoppable, what is left of my brain tells me putting coins in the slot is a waste of time if there is no power. It was obvious Thursday some people desperate to obtain some relief from the heat overlooked the obvious and hoped for a miracle.

Thank goodness for the coin return slot.

The next time I screw up (and I will), I'll think about the pop machine scenario and realize I am in good company.

Maitland bypass an option in Highway 2 reconstruction plans

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Aug. 13, 1953

* Both Canada and Grenville Dundas ran true to predictions in the federal elections Monday, with the Liberal government being returned to power for its fifth consecutive term. A.C. Casselman, Progressive Conservative member for this riding and a Prescott resident, was re-elected for his ninth term.

Aug. 15, 1963

* While the Prescott office of the National Employment Service placed 113 people in employment in July, 59 vacant positions remained due to lack of skilled and technical workers, Manager Carl Bingham reported. This situation is attributed to the rapidly advancing technology which demands skilled workers and reduces opportunities for unskilled and even semi-skilled workers.

Aug. 8, 1973

* A public meeting at Maitland Public School on the proposed improvements to be made to Highway 2 between Prescott and Brockville confirmed the battle lines of the two main camps on the various alternatives suggested by the Ministry of Transportation and Communication.

The crowd of 125 at the meeting seemed in favour of the proposal to reconstruct the existing highway, with the elimination of danger spots, but split on whether or not a bypass should be built around the village of Maitland. The other proposals, ranging from a simple repaving to a completely new highway between the present highway and the CNR tracks, were rejected.

Aug. 10, 1983

* While town councillors prepare to vote on a proposed financing scheme for a new $2.6-million water filtration plant, Prescott Public Utilities Commission has had to increase chlorine levels and flush out water mains in an attempt to reduce bacteria in the town's water.

* James Bennett, RR 2 Spencerville, was the recipient of the Eastern Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association Award of Merit.

He received the award for his farm management practices, as well as for his involvement in county and community organizations.

Aug. 11, 1993

* Eight young women are competing for the Miss Spencerville Fair Queen title. They are: Marsha Daw, Karen Kendall, Ann Lawless, Meagan Loughlin, Tanya Moulton-Vandine, Julie Abbott, Lisa Warf and Sherri Kirkby.

Part-time volunteers needed for Forwarders' Museum in September

FORT TOWN DIARY by John A.H. Morris

Prescott's close ties with the St. Lawrence River since the early 1800s are featured in an interesting display this month in the Jack Morris Salon on the second floor of the Forwarders' Museum. The exhibit is anchored by an intricate, 30-inch model of the tug Prescotont which powered the rail car float Ogdensburg back and forth between the CPR docks in Prescott and the New York Central RR docks in Ogdensburg from 1930 to 1970. The pairing of the Prescotont and Ogdensburg was unique at the time in that the tug could be controlled from the bridge on the float or from the wheelhouse of the tug.

The tug model has been loaned to the museum by Frank McAuley of Oakville, a Prescott native who is the grandson of the legendary car ferry manager, Frank Dubrule.

The exhibit, as well as containing about 30 photo scans of ferry and passenger ships connected with Prescott's maritime past, also includes two brass kerosene lamps salvaged from the Charles Lyon, the predecessor of the Prescotont, which carried rail cars, including the famed "silk trains" between Prescott and Ogdensburg from 19l0 to 1930. It was decommissioned in 1941.

The lamps are on loan from Helen Dubrule and David Dubrule, daughter-in-law and grandson of Frank Dubrule.

The Forwarders' Museum is open daily until the end of the month. It has been operating this summer under the supervision of Tourism Prescott and the municipality.

*****

Although it will be supervised by volunteers on weekends during September, Tourism Prescott and the Grenville County Historical Society are looking for more volunteers to keep the "River and Rail" exhibit open for a couple of hours a week from the Labour Day weekend until Thanksgiving. Reason for this is that display organizers want to invite senior elementary classes and their teachers to the museum in September.

Persons who would be willing to volunteer their time a few hours per week to help supervise school visits are asked to call Yrs. Trly. aka John Morris at 925-4828 for more details. This is an unique display of an unique part of Prescott's history and is something both students and teachers should visit.

One bit of Prescott's history that is included in the display is the fact that the largest steamship to sail the St. Lawrence and Lake Ontario at the time, the HMS Great Britain, was built in the Hooker-Henderson ship building yards in Prescott in 1830!

*****

The threat of a major power blackout in Ontario finally came to fruition last Thursday. This was not as shocking as was the extent of the blackout. Few of us, even seven days later, can grasp the fact that such a vast area could be thrown into darkness by a mistake by just one or two individuals.

Over 20 million people in Ontario and the states of New York, New Jersey, Michigan and Ohio had their electricity cut off in just a matter of nine minutes at 4 pm, Thursday, August 14.

Our electronic media in both countries were much quicker to react in face of this near disaster than our politicians, and certainly our power generation experts. Although fingers have been pointed at our politicians in Ontario and federally over their lack of quick response, no one has taken the trouble to single out for praise the power experts in the two countries who acted so quickly and calmly to restore power to the vast region affected by the outage.

*****

The most important lesson we learned from the blackout is the fact that Canada's prime minister, who was supposed to remain in office until next February, has apparently resigned and left Ottawa for his electricity-rich home in the woods of Shawinigan.

As of Tuesday of this week he had not addressed Canadians, especially Ontario residents, on the situation.

It took Premier Ernie Eves about six hours to outline the Ontario government's reaction and action, and Toronto mayor Mel Lastman took 24 hours to respond. In contrast the mayor of New York City, governor of New York State, and president Bush had all made public statements on the cause of the blackout within an hour of its happening.

Canadian residents, especially those in electricity-hungry Ontario, are going to have to demand details and the truth about our power supply in the future.

Right now, our politicians have lost our trust.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Township council should think first before approving water meter contract

The Editor;

I write to address the decision by the council of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, to install water meters on 600 properties in the Village of Cardinal and, areas of the former Township of Edwardsburgh (Ward #1).

This decision is not only a bad financial decision for Cardinal and area ratepayers, but also has the potential to be a lethal decision for some, if not all, consumers of this municipal commodity over a prolonged period.

Case in point:

There are a number of areas within the village that receive municipal water by way of unlooped (dead-ended) lines. Additionally, on the south side of County Road #2, in the original section of the village, there are several areas where cast iron pipes pre-dating the 1930s supply municipal water to residents. Municipal water is also supplied to residents east of the village, along County Road 2 by asbestos-cement water pipes.

As the direct result of these vintage iron water pipes, and, the internal deterioration associated with same, increasing evidence of mineral contaminants can be found in the municipal water supply. This evidence is further compounded in homes on unlooped lines.

Further, residents whose homes are located at a lower elevation to the principal supply line, fed by one or more of these cast iron water lines, are at an even greater and perilous disadvantage. Given these known facts I for one am adamantly opposed to the installation of water meters.

Currently, residents on unlooped lines, and cast iron or asbestos-cement pipes must flush the municipal lines to their homes on a regular daily basis in order to ensure that the risk to their health is minimized. I fear that if water meters are installed, residents with limited or fixed incomes will not be able to afford to continue this practice.

The decision makers (Ward 2 and 3), all rural and non-residents of the Village of Cardinal (Ward 1), have chosen to ignore this known health hazard by voting to proceed with the installation of water meters.

The minutes of the Environmental Services/Public Works Committee meeting of January 16, 2003 as they relate to the installation of water meters read, in part, as follows: "Moved by F. Noccey and seconded by D. Dobbie that the installation of water meters in Cardinal proceed; and further that Staff be directed to initiate discussions with Nepture in order to obtain an accurate costing of meter installation for Cardinal; and further that alternatives for financing this project be prepared."

This motion was carried by committee members, chairperson Bill Sloan (Ward 2), Dave Dobbie (Ward 3) and Frank Noccey (Ward 3). The fourth member of this committee, Dan McDonald (Ward 1) was absent - not that it would have made a difference vote wise, assuming that he would have voted against the motion.

These minutes were carried by majority vote of council on January 20, 2003, despite objections raised by Councillor Taylor (Ward 1), and, with the full knowledge that there were health hazard issues associated with municipal water supply pipes. A bad financial decision or decisions that put residents of Cardinal in the "poor house" is serious enough, but a decision that has the potential to put us in the "graveyard" is an entirely different matter.

Section 450 of the Municipal Act absolves legal responsibility for all elected officials where there is a negative impact resulting from an "in good faith" exercise. A decision that places my health or the health of any member of my family at risk is not an "in good faith" exercise. As such, I will not hesitate to exercise all legal remedies available to me against any or all elected representatives whose vote directly contributes to this established and known health risk.

I would strongly recommend that all members of council review this section of the act, prior to voting on a motion to award a contract for the installation of water meters in the Village of Cardinal.

Sharan Mathieu
Cardinal

Happy Hookers take to the water

By Eric Connell, Press Reporter

On a hot, sunny Saturday, July 5, the 4-H "Happy Hookers" Fishing Club headed to Delta for their achievement day. This was going to be an exciting day of fishing and adventures that we wouldn't forget.

By 10 am most of our 4-H members, parents and friends had gathered at the Delta Recreation Centre. We quickly headed to the shore where awaiting us was the Little Dreamer pontoon boat, owned by the Grenville Fish and Game Club.

Today, every member of the 4-H fishing club was going to do some off-shore fishing on the Upper Beverley Lake. The first boatload headed out at exactly 10 a.m. with smiles and cheers from everyone aboard. Captain Doug Jensen and First-mate Terry Jensen drove the boat. The members quickly put a worm on the fishing rods provided on the boat and waited for a big bite. It was awesome to see friends catch one, two and three or more fish. I was lucky enough to catch eight sunfish and perch.

After an hour on the water, we ventured back to shore and the second boatload was ready for departure. This time our captain was Mark Stevens assisted by first-mate Karen Stevens. The 4-H members smiled and waved as they headed out and dropped their lines in the water. Another quick hour passed while the kids remaining on shore, fished and did some swimming. Parents gathered under the tree looking for a gentle breeze and a little shade. The Little Dreamer came ashore again and everyone had lots of fish stories to tell.

We headed over to the Stevens backyard to enjoy a BBQ prepared by the leaders and parents. After a little bit of socializing, it was presentation and picture time. Each member of the 4-H Happy Hookers club was presented with a brand new fishing rod, commemorative Family Fishing Weekend T-shirt along with a handy helpful hints booklet. A special acknowledgement to the Toronto Sportsman Show for the complimentary fishing rods and T-shirts and supporting our club and helping every member enjoy fishing for many years to come. Quickly, members gathered for a group picture and then headed for the boat for more fishing adventures.

Again, the Little Dreamer headed out onto Upper Beverley Lake with another group hoping for lots of big fish. As time passed, parents chatted and 4-H members swam some more and did lots more fishing. Soon another hour had passed and the Little Dreamer was loading for its fourth and final trip. Four o'clock came too soon, ending our day and sending everyone home with lots of memories and hope for future fishing careers.

We, the members of the 4-H Happy Hookers Club, wish to sincerely acknowledge the Grenville Fish and Game Club for sponsoring our club and supporting us with the unforgettable adventures aboard the Little Dreamer. Many members had never been on a large boat, and you made this happen for all of us.

Special credit goes to our captains and first-mates, Doug and Terry Jensen and Mark and Karen Stevens, for navigating the boat in safely to shore and out to the "hot" spots were the fish hang out.

We were thrilled to have approximately 50 people come to our achievement day. We cannot forget the generosity of the Stevens family for allowing us to use their backyard for our BBQ.

Finally, we need to credit our 4-H leaders, Scott and Debbie Connell who worked hard at making the day a success. The 4-H motto is "Learn to Do by Doing," and on July 5 we did just that!

Volunteers can transcribe Braille at home

KINGSTON ­ Volunteers are being sought to transcribe printed materials into Braille at home.

The Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) is offering a free eight-month course beginning next month.

Weekly classes will be held Tuesday mornings at the CNIB Service Centre in Kingston.

An information session will be held Tuesday, Sept. 2. For more information, call Dianne at (613) 542-3438 or Edith at (613) 384-4524.

Check out the upstairs library

WALKER HOUSE NEWS by MARNIE LIPPIATT

Members of Walker House are reminded of the upstairs library/ reading room. We have The Ottawa Citizen delivered each day. Our library has a changing assortment of books to be borrowed. There is also a varied collection of puzzles for home use. Arrangements can be made if you have difficulty with the stairs. Come and check it out.

We still have a few slices of fresh homemade pizza to serve Aug. 29 at noon. Please call 925-5300 if you are interested.

Our Sunday night music has been cancelled but will continue in September when the waterfront concerts have finished. Please watch for further details.

Card game winners: Monday bridge ­ 1st, Audrey Kingston; 2nd, Bea Hemsley; door prize, Janet White. Fun bridge ­ 1st, Wanda Wilson. Wednesday night bridge ­ 1st, Ruth Britnell; 2nd, Bea Hemsley; door, Margaret Nesbitt.

Debate continues on water meters

By David Dickenson, Journal Staff Writer

CARDINAL - Many questions remain as the issue of water meters is expected to be the topic of interest at tonight's public works meeting at the Cardinal Waste Water Treatment Plant.

Ward Three Councillor and Public Works committee member Frank Noccey is not really sure what to expect heading into the meeting, but feels the issue needs some clarity.

"Personally, I think we need to do a lot of education," said Noccey. "We need to be able to give the information on the need for water meters and what they will do. Water meters won't increase overall costs; the ones who use a lot of water will pay their fair share while the ones who use little water will likely pay a little less. It's been dictated down from the province that it be a user-pay system."

Noccey believes the matter requires more work from the township in certain areas to alleviate some of the concerns.

"There has been a lot of misinformation by some," said Noccey. "What I would like to see is to get the proper message out. I think the municipality needs to do more to get the message out about how this will affect the users.

"What we're doing is all above the board and we just want to be fair," explained Noccey. "I don't think we're doing anything extraordinary here; most other areas have already installed meters or are in the process of it."

President of the Cardinal Ratepayers and Tenants Association, Sharan Mathieu, is hopeful council will honour the association's request and grant a public meeting regarding the meters.

"Our goal on Wednesday evening is to have as many residents as possible attend this meeting," said Mathieu. "We will not be allowed to address the committee, but our very presence will demonstrate our opposition to the installation of water meters and the need for public consultation pertaining to issues such as this one that directly and/or negatively impacts residents of the village. I am apprehensive, yet optimistic that council will recognize that they have been remiss in terms of public consultation and make a concerted effort to rectify this practice."

A large number of residents concerned about the installation of water meters attended the public works meeting July 16 when tenders were opened and former reeve of Cardinal, Larry Dishaw, speaking on behalf of the Cardinal Ratepayers and Tenants Association, was given the chance to address the committee.

Three bids were received from G.C. Toshack, Canadian Water Services and Neptune Technologies. Each bidder included plans which would call for the Invensys or Neptune meters which were called for in the tenders, while Canadian Water Services and Toshack also included bids involving other meters.

Tonight's meeting starts at 7:30 pm.

Cardinal nabs first place at home meet

CARDINAL - The Cardinal Sea Sharks mauled the competition as they swam to a first place finish Saturday at their host meet.

Forty-one Cardinal swimmers took part in the meet helping the Sea Sharks accumulate 612 points for top spot, ahead of second place Kemptville with 415 points.

Four Cardinal swimmers won medallions for top swimmer in their age groups, including Gunner Gill who tied for the top seven and eight year old boy, Holly Alexander as the top 11 and 12 year old girl, Kristen Jessome as the top 13 and 14 year old girl and Ryan Sullivan as the top boy 15 and over.

Other notable Sea Shark finishes include:

Girls six and under

Melanie Riddell, third, butterfly; fourth, freestyle and butterfly

Kaitlind Biccum, second, butterfly and breast stroke; third, freestyle

Boys six and under

Jake Buchanan, fourth, butterfly; seventh, breast stroke; eighth, freestyle

Bradlee Douesnard, third, butterfly; fifth, breast stroke; seventh, freestyle

Jonas Grant, second, backcrawl; third, breast stroke; sixth, freestyle

Nicholas Tobin, third, backcrawl; fourth, breast stroke; fifth, freestyle

Kyle Peeler, second, butterfly; fourth, freestyle; sixth, breast stroke

Keith Taylor, fifth, butterfly; eighth, breast stroke

Girls seven and eight

Taylor Bonvie, third, freestyle and butterfly; fourth, breast stroke

Boys seven and eight

Auston Wickware, fourth, breast stroke and butterfly; eighth, freestyle

Ryan Leggo, first, butterfly; fourth, freestyle; sixth, backcrawl

Jesse Buchanan, third, freestyle and breast stroke; fifth, backcrawl

Gunner Gill, first, breast stroke; second, freestyle and backcrawl

Girls nine and ten

McKenzie Gill, fourth, freestyle and backcrawl; sixth, backcrawl

Megan Tobin, first, backcrawl; second, freestyle; fourth, butterfly

Audrey DeJong, first, butterfly; seventh, backcrawl

Dawn Wright, fifth, backcrawl

Boys nine and ten

Billy Myers, sixth, individual medley

Devon Bonvie, third, butterfly; fifth, individual medley; eighth, freestyle

Shane Riddell, third, individual medley and freestyle; fourth, butterfly

Beau Jodoin, eighth, butterfly

Nathan Biccum, sixth, backcrawl; seventh, butterfly

Brandon Peeler, fifth, backcrawl; sixth butterfly

Girls 11 and 12

Brittany Myers, fourth, individual medley and butterfly; sixth, freestyle

Holly Alexander, first, individual medley, butterfly and backcrawl

Chelsea Edwards, second, breast stroke; third, backcrawl; fifth, freestyle

Brittany Leggo, fourth, freestyle; fifth, breast stroke

Jennifer Schrader, fourth, breast stroke

Carrie Calhoun, second, freestyle; third, butterfly

Boys 11 and 12

Danny Calhoun, third, freestyle; fourth, breast stroke; fifth, butterfly

Girls 13 and 14

Krista Schrader, fourth, individual medley; sixth, backcrawl

Charlene Smith, second, individual medley; third, freestyle and breast stroke

Kristen Jessome, first, individual medley, freestyle and butterfly

Amanda Smith, first, backcrawl
and breast stroke; second,
freestyle

Lucy Jodoin, third, butterfly

Amanda Riddell, fourth, breast stroke

Girls 15 and over

Whitney Kitchen, first, backcrawl; fourth, breast stroke; fifth, freestyle

Boys 15 and over

Ryan Sullivan, first, freestyle, backcrawl and breast stroke

Exhibition Swimmers

Boys 11 and 12, Mitchell Davies, first, individual medley, backcrawl and freestyle

Boys 15 and over, Joel Jodoin, first, individual medley, freestyle,
butterfly, backcrawl and breast stroke

Relays

Girls eight and under (Catch me if you can), fourth, freestyle and medley

Boys eight and under (Tiny Jaws), second, medley; third, freestyle

Boys eight and under (Shark Bait), second, freestyle; third, medley

Girls nine and ten (Cardinal Jaws), second, medley; third, freestyle

Boys nine and ten (Cardinal Boys), fifth, freestyle and medley

Girls 11 and 12 (Bubble Babes), second, freestyle and medley

Girls 11 and 12 (Mermaids), first, freestyle and medley

Girls 13 and 14 (Girly Girls), first, freestyle and medley

Girls 15 and over (Ryan's Girls), fourth, freestyle and medley

Boys 15 and over (Double X Boys), second, freestyle and medley

Boys 15 and over (Triple X Boys), first, freestyle; second, medley

Labour day festival dance re-scheduled

CARDINAL - The Cardinal Labour Day Festival has changed the date of its
annual dance at the Cardinal Legion.

The dance, which was originally slated as the only festival activity for Saturday night, has now been switched to Friday night at the Cardinal Legion, according to festival committee co-chair Nancy Toupin.

Toupin indicated despite no official Labour Day Weekend activities on Saturday, the village would still be abuzz with activity with the baseball tournament for Kidz Korner Day Care and a live band at Penalty Shotz.

The festival committee is still looking for convertibles and floats to take part in its annual Labour Day parade Sunday, Aug. 31.

For more information, contact Toupin at 657-8800 or Marj Kempffer at 657-1764.

Ride'n'Stride means alot to Wells family

By David Dickenson, Journal Staff Writer

CARDINAL - This year's annual Great Ride'n'Stride for Cancer Aug. 31 will have a special meaning to one family and Cardinal's largest business.

Casco has made its annual $500 donation as the main corporate sponsor of the event in memory of former employee Tuffy Wells, who worked was a long time employee of the plant and former manager of its best foods section.

For Wells wife Delores and daughter Debbie Adams, the event and the donation made by Casco is one they will always remember.

"It's an honour for them to do this year's event in honour of Tuffy," said Delores. "This is our second year participating with the event and we're going to have 14 family members participating this year. Tuffy's brother Romain is also coming in from California to take part after he heard about the honour. I haven't seen him since Tuffy passed away seven years ago."

Adams added, "My sister, her husband and their kids are also coming in from Toronto to take part and my two children and their significant others will be taking part. It's a tremendous honour for this to be in memory of Tuffy and it means a lot to the family.

Both Delores and her daughter plan to participate in this year's event in hopes of helping to raise as much money as possible for the cause.

"I can't walk really well, so I'll be participating in other ways," explained Delores. "I'll be the water carrier and look after some of my grandchildren who are too young to take part."

Delores indicated all of her family participating will have special shirts for the family calling themselves "Tuffy's Team" in honour of Wells.

Adams hopes the event will raise as much as possible to help battle the disease and wanted to set out a challenge to other families like theirs.

"I just want to challenge any family out there who has lost a family member to cancer to come out and participate," said Adams. "This is just something really special that brings the whole family together."

Ride'n'Stride, which is run as part of Cardinal's Labour Day Weekend Festival, is set to begin Aug. 31 at 9 am at the Cardinal Legion; registration will run from 8 until 8:45 am.

There will be two cycling routes of five and 46 kilometres, while the foot routes are from five and ten kilometres.

Volunteers are still needed for the Ride'n'Stride to fill various positions.

For more information on the event or to volunteer, contact Peggy Taylor at 657-1728.

Diamond lights cut to conserve

SPENCERVILLE - Township officials have issued a cut to some non-essential services in order to help the province cope with the aftermath of a massive power outage.

Edwardsburgh/Cardinal Treasurer Russell Trivett indicated Monday the municipality is doing what they can to conserve.

"We're trying to comply with the premier's request to reduce energy consumption," said Trivett. "We've cancelled the usage of lights at the ball diamonds and stopped using air conditioners in the office to name a few of the ways we are trying to conserve."

Trivett also indicated they had no real problems with the Cardinal Water Treatment Plant.

"The waste water treatment plant kept running," explained Trivett. "We have a diesel generator for the system so it was able to keep operating."

The treasurer also indicated the blackout had little effect on other municipally-operated services.

"The arena in Cardinal isn't open yet, but the one in Spencerville has ice and was able to withstand the outage," said Trivett. "Also, on Friday I was the only one in the office but we were open though, in a reduced capacity. The blackout shouldn't be a significant drain on the system."

Trivett indicated other municipal buildings such as the Cardinal and Johnstown pools as well as the Edwardsburgh and Cardinal libraries were still operating as per usual.

Visiting policy seeks a balance

BROCKVILLE ­ Changes to visiting policy at Brockville General Hospital (BGH) are intended to meet infection control guidelines and the needs of patients, according to a hospital official.

Karen Matte, vice-president of patient care at BGH, said the hospital adopted a "new normal" visiting policy about two months ago. BGH and other facilities have been reviewing their policies in response to provincial directives.

Prior to the SARS outbreak in the Toronto area this spring, much of BGH was open to visitors between 11:30 am and 8 pm.

Although restrictions adopted in direct response to the outbreak have been eased, the new policy differs somewhat from what had been in place.

Basic visiting hours are 1 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm daily; two visitors may see one in-patient at any time. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted.

Visiting is restricted to immediate family, "significant others" and clergy. In noting there are exceptions, Matte said the hospital has a duty to tighten up infection control while recognizing the need for patients to be able to socialize with visitors.

Matte acknowledged not everyone has been able to accept the new limitations. "Some people are having a hard time adapting," she said.

The hospital is trying to do what is best for the patients and the community, according to Matte.

OPP NEWS

Police recover body near Port of Prescott

JOHNSTOWN ­ Foul play is not suspected in the death of a Spencerville-area man whose body was found in the St. Lawrence River near the Port of Prescott last Tuesday afternoon.

Edwin MacMillan, 63, was spotted floating in the water by workers at the dock at about 1:20 pm.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

A post-mortem was conducted last week; results were not released.

Grenville County OPP officers were assisted at the scene by a marine unit and crime unit investigators.

Constable Marty McConnell is the investigating officer.

Many calls involve problems on the roads

SOUTH GRENVILLE ­ Ontario Provincial Police officers responded to more than 100 calls last week in Edwardsburgh/Cardinal and Augusta townships.

Of the 105 calls received between Aug. 11 and the morning of Aug. 18, 63 were traffic-related. Minor incidents accounted for 23 of the calls.

There were also nine false 9-1-1 calls. OPP responded to 10 alarm calls

About three-quarters of the calls originated in Edwardsburgh/ Cardinal.

Frozen food stolen from chip wagon

SPENCERVILLE ­ Grenville County OPP are investigating a break-in at the Chip Stop.

The break and enter occurred this past weekend. Someone entered the chip truck by prying the clasp off the wall. About $50 worth of food was stolen from the freezer.

Constable Will Kavanagh is the investigating officer. Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPP detachment in Prescott at 925-4221.

Spencerville pair win silver medal in provincial softball

BELLEVILLE - A pair of local softball players helped the Orleans Rebels to a silver medal at the Bantam B Provincial Softball Tournament Aug. 9 and 10 in Belleville.

Kurtis Summers of Spencerville and Matt Alkerton of Roebuck played key roles as Orleans went undefeated in the opening round of the seven team double knock-out tournament.

Orleans opened with an 8-1 win over St. Catharines, with Summers providing a pair of singles and Alkerton a single.

In their second game the Rebels scored a 3-0 win after Summers hit a two-run in the final inning, before Orleans added another.

The Rebels managed a 4-3 win over the Bramalea Indians in their third game, where Alkerton picked up a single.

The Rebels played a re-match against Bramalea in the gold medal game, with Bramalea scoring some revenge with a 6-3 win for the provincial crown. Alkerton hit a triple to score tying the game at two in the top of the seventh; sending the game into extra innings. The Indians squeezed in a run on an error with the bases loaded for the win.

Because the Rebels had only lost one game, a second had to be played to determine the champion. The local duo provided much of the offence as Summers hit a single and pair of home runs, including an inside-the-park home run, while Alkerton managed a double and RBI, but Bramalea managed to score six runs for the victory.

Summers played shortstop for the entire tournament while Alkerton, the club's usual centre fielder, played first base for the tournament after a line-up change.

Alkerton also plays for the Domville midgets; Summers also plays for the Spencerville midgets. The duo will be facing off against one another in the Augusta Midget Championship, with game one Monday in Spencerville, game two tonight in Domville at 8 pm, with a third game to be played if necessary in Spencerville Aug. 21 at 8 pm.

Grenville Fish and Game Club invests in new kayaks for youth

By David Dickenson, Journal Staff Writer

MAYNARD - The Grenville Fish and Game Club has a new program under way to provide youth with a kayaking experience.

The club's new program, the Grenville Paddlers, will work the same as the pontoon boat; access to the kayaking session is available free of charge, as long as it is booked in advance.

Club President Mike Stephenson explained the new program will be good for the club's future.

"We're really pushing for programs for youths," said Stephenson. "They're not only the future of our club but the future of sport as well. This is something they will really enjoy."

The club has purchased three types of kayaks (tandem, cockpit and sit-on) as well as canoes, paddles, life jackets, helmets, safety equipment, and a trailer. Special Events Co-ordinator Lynn Holmes, who spearheaded the campaign for the club, estimated the total value of the equipment at more than $20,000.

With more than $8,000 of the money for the program coming from local sponsors, the club still managed to pick up the remainder of the costs with still more equipment expected to be purchased.

"It's impressive," said Holmes. "We have an image we like to keep as the club and this is equipment is some of the best you can buy. You have to start somewhere and it's been a good start."

The program has been in the works since March, when it was proposed to the club's council with many hurdles to overcome before being able to get the equipment and take kids out.

Seventeen members of the club have gone for their flatwater kayaking course and St. John Ambulance course in order to be able to take the youth groups out for the experience.

The club has already taken out a couple of groups for the program's maiden voyage and has already received bookings for next year.

"The first two trips went well," said Holmes. "The kids were very happy with it."

The club also took the Paddlers equipment to Ottawa Thursday - the equipment being used in a Canadian Cancer Society fundraising canoe race.

"It's already started helping people raise money," said Holmes.

The program comes on the heels of the fourth season of the club's pontoon boat, which has taken out more than 2,100 kids rides.

Piranhas finish third at meet

CARDINAL - The Prescott Piranhas swim team managed a third place finish at the Sea Sharks swim meet Saturday at the Cardinal municipal pool.

Prescott managed four top swimmer medals as Jackie Mills was named the top nine and ten year old girl, Kevin Cummings the top nine and ten year old boy, Nathaniel Hayes the top 13 and 14 year old boy and Amanda Blue the top girl 15 and over.

Other notable Piranha finishes include:

Girls six and under

Emily Crozier, first, backcrawl; second, freestyle; third, butterfly

Girls seven and eight

Leigha Gilson, seventh, backcrawl

Mallory Gilson, sixth, freestyle and backcrawl

Boys seven and eight

Brett Van Stralen, second, butterfly; fifth, breast stroke

Adam Norton, second, individual medley; fourth, backcrawl; seventh, freestyle

Greg Bradley, first, backcrawl; second, breast stroke; third, butterfly

Girls nine and ten

Jackie Mills, first, individual medley and freestyle; second, butterfly

Jenny Minish, eighth, individual medley and butterfly

Shannon Steenwyk, fifth, individual medley

Michaela Mills, seventh, individual medley

Katie Dukelow, sixth, breast stroke

Sarah Norton, eighth, backcrawl

Boys nine and ten

Kevin Cummings, first, individual medley and backcrawl; second, freestyle

Kris Bradley, seventh, individual medley and backcrawl

Dan Mills, first, butterfly; third, breast stroke; seventh, freestyle

Alex Breedon, eighth, backcrawl

Girls 11 and 12

Charlotte Rothgeb, third, individual medley; sixth, butterfly

Holly Crozier, second, backcrawl; sixth, backcrawl

Boys 11 and 12

Jacob Hayes, second, individual medley and butterfly; fourth, freestyle

Girls 13 and 14

Amy Mills, fourth, backcrawl; fifth, breast stroke and individual medley

Michelle Mills, third, backcrawl; sixth, breast stroke

Boys 13 and 14

Dylan Hayes, first, backcrawl; fourth, freestyle and breast stroke

Nathaniel Hayes, first, freestyle, individual medley and breast stroke

Girls 15 and over

Amanda Blue, first, individual medley, freestyle and breast stroke

Relays

Girls eight and under (Mallory Gilson, Leigha Gilson, Emily Crozier), second, freestyle; third, medley

Boys eight and under (Brett Van Stralen, Adam Norton, Greg Bradley), first, freestyle and medley

Girls nine and ten (Jackie Mills, Shannon Steenwyk, Jenny Minish), fourth, medley; fifth, freestyle

Girls nine and ten (Katie Dukelow, Michaela Mills, Sarah Norton), fifth, medley; sixth, freestyle

Boys nine and ten (Kris Bradley, Dan Mills, Alex Breedon, Ryan Van Stralen), second, medley; third, freestyle

Girls 13 and 14 (Sarah Steenwyk, Charlotte Rothgeb, Holly Crozier), fourth, medley; fifth, freestyle

Boys 13 and 14 (Jacob Hayes, Dylan Hayes, Nathaniel Hayes, Kevin Cummings), first, freestyle and medley

Girls 15 and over (Amy Mills, Michelle Mills, Kim Murdock, Amanda Blue), first, medley; third, freestyle

Bear Paws swim to fifth place

CARDINAL - The Johnstown Bear Paws managed a fifth place finish Saturday at the Sea Sharks Swim Meet in Cardinal.

Johnstown's Collin Reynolds was named the meet's top seven and eight year old boy after a pair of first place finishes in the individual medley and freestyle, and a third place finish in the backcrawl.

Other notable Bear paw results include:

Boys six and under

Liam Rooney, third, freestyle

Girls seven and eight

Krystina Bain, second, individual medley; fifth, butterfly; seventh breast stroke

Boys seven and eight

Collin Reynolds, first, individual medley and freestyle; third, backcrawl

Girls nine and ten

Sarah Snetsinger, sixth, individual medley

Kendal Rooney, seventh, butterfly

Boys nine and ten

Jacob Scott, first, breast stroke; second, individual medley; sixth, freestyle

Girls 11 and 12

Sarah Baynham, second, breast stroke; third, freestyle; fifth, butterfly

Boys 11 and 12

Cameron Verstegen, second, breast stroke; sixth, individual medley

Jacob Piete, sixth, breast stroke

Girls 13 and 14

Shauna Walker, second, breast stroke

Boys 15 and over

Eric Hendriks, first, breast stroke; second, freestyle and backcrawl

Relays

Girls nine and ten (Sarah Snetsinger, Kendal Rooney, Krystina Bain), sixth, medley; seventh, freestyle

Boys 11 and 12 (Jacob Scott, Jacob Piete, Cameron Verstegen, Collin Reynolds), second, freestyle and medley

Girls 13 and 14 (Emily Baynham, Sarah Baynham, Leah Hendriks), fourth, freestyle; fifth, medley

Girls 13 and 14 (Shauna Walker, Thea Verstegen, Stephanie Hendriks), second, medley; third, freestyle

Boys 15 and over (Eric Hendriks, Ian Bain), first, freestyle and medley

Coaches and parents (Darryl Reynolds, Vera Hendriks, Shauna Walker, Jenna Merritt), fifth, freestyle

Coaches and parents (Darryl Reynolds, Vera Hendriks, Shauna Walker, Eric Hendriks), second, medley

Prescott pair wins silver in fast

ORLEANS - A pair of local fastpitch players brought home silver medals from the provincial championships after helping to lead the Kemptville Thunder to a second place finish last weekend in Napanee.

Erin Durant and Ashley Weir of Prescott played on the team throughout the season, including the provincial tournament and provincial qualifying tournament.

The Prescott natives joined the team in January, setting their goal as qualifying for the provincial championships with the Thunder.

Thunder head coach Barry Exener thinks the addition of the local girls helped to solidify the roster.

"It just makes us an awesome force to be reckoned with," said Exener. "It just adds to our already well-rounded team."

The Prescott duo helped the Thunder finish the provincial tournament with a 3-1 record in the preliminary round after a 6-1 win over Waterloo, a 6-1 win over Chatham, a 2-1 victory over Cambridge and a 3-0 loss to St. Catharines.

Kemptville managed a 12-2 win over Stratford in the semi-final before losing 4-3 in the gold medal game to St. Catharines.

Kemptville also managed a silver medal in the Provincial Qualifying Tournament Aug. 3 in Orleans.

The team managed to advance to the finals the hard way, having to play four back-to-back games.

Kemptville managed a 6-2 record in the qualifying tournament including a 7-0 win over Newmarket (Marshall), a 9-5 loss to Ajax (Beetham), a 5-0 win over Newmarket (Sudak), a 4-2 win over Pembroke, a 4-3 win over Kanata, and an 8-2 win over Orleans, before dropping the final 10-4 to Orleans.

Marsha Bates-Townsend of Brockville also plays on the team.

Falcons introduce logo and colours

PRESCOTT - The St. Lawrence Sr. A Falcons men's hockey team which will be based out of Prescott this fall will be holding open tryouts for their club starting in September.

The team which will be part of the new Eastern Ontario Senior A Hockey League will hold three practice sessions at the Brockville Memorial Centre. The first session will be held Sept. 6 from 9 am until noon, with the second Sept. 7 from 9 am until noon and 6 pm until 9 pm, with a final tryout for those who made the first two cuts Sept. 8 from 1:30 pm until 3 pm.

Players must be at least 22 years old and not eligible for Junior B hockey in order to try out.

At the last meeting a logo had been selected. The logo, a dark blue, maroon and yellow falcon was designed by Susan Healey of Brockville.

Simpson indicated the team is searching for coaches and a general manager as well as volunteers to help out with the team.

Simpson indicated he has also had interest from Hollywood Hits on Water Street, which would have season tickets available for purchase.Those interested in volunteering, playing for the team or purchasing season tickets should contact Simpson at 345-4752 or Tom Kirton at 345-4995.

Lavallee nets hat trick in Grenville Towing's 4-1 victory

PRESCOTT - Evan Lavallee scored a hat trick as he led Grenville Towing to a 4-1 win over Canadian Tire in Under-16 Prescott and District Soccer Association Action.

Chris Hoogwerf scored Grenville Towings other goal, while Matt Hayes scored Canadian Tire's lone goal.

Under-16

Gateway Packaging 7

Lyndsay Biccum (3), Curtis Biccum (3), Ryan Van Stralen

Southport 1

Sebastian Last

Grenville Towing 4

Evan Lavallee (3), Chris Hoogwerf

Canadian Tire 1

Matt Hayes

Watermark Printing 6

Robert Amell (5), Brandon Spencer

Gateway Packaging 3

Kris Maloney (2), Nick Francica

Kriska Holdings Ltd. 4

Matthew Deeks (3), Kristian Knapp

Grenville Towing 2

Arron Lavallee (2)

Hartley Sports 4

Larry Cardinal, Andrew Wilson, Nicholas Wert, Ashley Gillis

Southport 1

Jordon McMullen

Watermark Printing 6

Robert Amell (2), Brandon Spencer (2), Brandon Amell, Jordan McDougall

Canadian Tire 1

Matt Hayes

Hartley Sports 3

Chad Hyland (2), Andrew Wilson

Watermark Printing 1

Robert Amell

DWJ Plumbing & Sons 2

Nick Maggio (2)

Gateway Packaging 1

Curtis Biccum

Southport 5

Jordon McMullen (2), Aaron Greengrass, Alexandra Marriner, Kristen Craig

Kriska Holdings Ltd. 3

Ryan Van Stralen, Krisitan Knapp, Jacob Casselman

DWJ Plumbing & Sons 6

Kyle Edmondson (2), Nick
Maggio (2), Joshua Joudoin, Josh Walsh

Canadian Tire 3

Matt Hayes (3)

Under-12

Hansen's Kavity Kickers 3

Natalie Heykoop, Kelsey Sargent, Halle McFarlane

Kriska Holdings Ltd. 1

Jesse Hyland

Shriners 1

Sean Perrin

Seaway Valley Pharmacy 0

No goal scorers

B.W. Freer Electrical 2

Alanna Lesenba (2)

Giant Tiger 1

Devon Deschamps

Beach Home Hardware 1

Cody Patenaude

Grenville Castings 0

No goal scorers

Hansen's Kavity Kickers 4

Troy Armstrong (2), Joshua Pitt, Kelsey Sargent

Shriners 3

Sean Perrin (3)

Beach Home Hardware 2

Cody Patenaude, Skylar Fraser

B.W. Freer Electrical 2

Michael Thomas, Alanna
Lesenba

Giant Tiger 6

Robert Deeks (4), Devon Deschamps, Chad McAuley

Kriska Holdings Ltd. 0

No goal scorers

Seaway Valley Pharmacy 0

No goal scorers

Grenville Castings 0

No goal scorers

Under-10

Seaway Physiotherapy 2

Dillion Stoddard (2)

Prescott Kinsmen 1

Drew Johnston

Grenville Pharmacy 4

Ronald Harrison (3), Tyson Bertrend

Royal Bank 4

Michael Edwards (2), Ethan Zahn, Patrick Spencer

Splash Well Drilling 3

Amir-Reza Hajarii (2), Sean Blackburn

Grenville Pharmacy 2

Ronald Harrison, Tyson Bertrend

Colour Pallette 4

Phillip Biccum, Michael Morrell, Cory Wilson, A.J. Larocque

Royal Bank 1

Ethan Zahn

Danani Flooring 6

Brett Van Stralen (4), Nathan Hamilton (2)

TD Canada Trust 3

Keith Smith (3)

Splash Well Drilling 6

Sean Blackburn (3), Amir-Reza Hajarii (3)

Danani Flooring 1

Brett Van Stralen

TD Canada Trust 8

Trent Corney (3), Keith Smith (3), Devon Johnston (2)

Kiwanis 0

No goal scorers

Colour Pallette 4

Phillip Biccum, Michael Morrell, A.J. Larocque, Cristian Sammier

Mac's Convenience Store 2

Coleman Colpitts, Jamie
Sturgeon

Playit Star 8

Brendan O'Hanlon (4), Michael Lawless, Alexis Kemp, Damien Van hyning, Alex Stephenson

Mac's Convenience Store 1

Jamie Sturgeon

Seaway Physiotherapy 5

Matthew Barkley, Matthew Boyd, Jesse Boyd, Dillion Stoddard, Spencer Lee

Kiwanis 0

No goal scorers

Under-8 Playoffs

Prescott IDA 7

Zack Sukunda (3), John Lawless (3), William Barkley

Compendium Group Inc. 1

Broydon Stufko

Playit Star 6

Curtis Ross (4), Aaron Scott, Alex Modler

Hometown Heating 1

Matthew Pettem

M.T.J.B. 4

Devontay McNeil (2), Alex Boswall, Dillan Ault

S.L. Printing Devils 3

Paul DeJong (3)

Prophet's Trophies 3

Kyle Coligan (2), Nicholas Ladouceur

Hometown Heating 2

Matthew Pettem, Jesse
Kennedy

Compendium Group Inc. 4

Adrian Dalrymple (3), Broydon Stufko

Windmill Web Inc. 1

Cameron Smith

S.L. Printing Devils 3

Paul DeJong (3)

Tropical Pools 2

Dakota Thauvette, Riley Thomson

Under-6 Playoffs

Chevron Construction 2

Grenville Fish & Game 0

Win by forfeit

Tichborne Auto Supply 2

Beck's Construction 0

Win by forfeit

Playit Star 2

Star Security 0

Win by forfeit

Chevron Construction 2

Beck's Construction 0

Win by forfeit

Tichborne Auto Supply 2

Grenville Fish & Game 0

Win by forfeit

Prescott Chiros 2

Playit Star 0

Win by forfeit

Two more aces

PRESCOTT - A pair of Prescott Golf Club members scored hole-in-ones in the past two weeks at the club.

Member and employee Nancy Dye scored a hole-in-one from the ladies tee on the 116-yard 9th hole Aug. 9. Dye made the shot using her trusty old 5-wood; it was witnessed by playing partners Bill Craig, Bob Gaudet and Mike Bowers.

Junior club member Joel Smylie also notched his first hole-in-one Aug. 12. Smylie drained a 145-yard shot on the 9th hole while using his 6-iron. Smylie's' ace was witnessed by playing partner Dane Hansen.

Playoffs under way for PDSA with final games set for Saturday

PRESCOTT - The rest of the Prescott and District Soccer Association playoffs are under way after the under-6 and under-8 divisions started last week.

Playoffs for all age groups will go on through the week, with the final games of the playoff set for Saturday at South Grenville District High School.

Winners of the regular season titles have now been awarded with Watermark Printing in U-16, Hansen's Kavity Kickers in U-12 and Playit Star in U-10.

Playoff champions for all divisions will take place Saturday, with games starting at 8:30 am and running until 4pm.

Cardinal and Johnstown to host public swimming this week

CARDINAL - The Cardinal and Johnstown municipal pools will be hosting public swimming days starting tomorrow (Thursday, Aug. 21).

Both pools will be open for public swimming from 1 pm until 6 pm daily for the next week running until Aug. 29.

The Cardinal pool will also be open from 1 pm until 6 pm on Aug. 30 and 31.

All public swim times are weather permitting.

Both pools are owned and operated by the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal.

Come out and beat the heat of August at the Cardinal and Johnstown pools.

Labour Day ball tournament on tap for Spencerville

SPENCERVILLE - A Labour Day Weekend Slo-Pitch Tournament will be held in Spencerville from Aug. 27 to Aug. 30.

The tournament is set to take place on the Spencerville Fair Grounds and act as a fundraiser to build lights for the back diamond in Spencerville.

The tournament is open to men and women, with each team required to have a minimum of six men and four women on their roster.

The deadline for entry is Aug. 24; registration is open to the first 16 teams. For more information or to register, contact Chris McIntyre at 658-2052.

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