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Photo by Grant McDaniel Judique on the Floor Days packed a whole lot of good times into a few days late last week, and the commu- nity festival found a great parade marshall to lead festivities last Saturday. Dil- lon MacMillan is seen here traveling in style. For more on the festival, see pages 13 and 14.

Photo by Corrine MacLean Photo by Jake Boudrot The Marble Mountain Family The Serpentine Reptile Zoo offered this python for viewing Fun Day took place last Sun- and pictures during the Petit de Grat Acadian Festival on day. For more on the event, August 12. For more on the festival, see pages 11 and 12. see pages 23.

Inverness County examining municipal water study

by Adam Cooke an independent report by G.A. communities in our municipality, verness County – specifi cally, the department require this specifi c Isenor Consulting Limited on the how we could have them operate Judique and District Volunteer amount of fi nancial assistance to county’s water delivery is now in much more effi ciently, because we Fire Department. complete its truck purchase. WHYCOCOMAGH– Municipal the hands of municipal staff and just very recently went through The municipality had origi- councillors in Inverness County will soon reach a formal Inver- a rate increase. And I hope we nally approved a loan guarantee are awaiting details on a recent ness council session. all agree that we need to work in the value of $230,000 in April, PRICE: $1.55 +HST study of their municipal water “What we’ll do is send the re- more effi ciently with our water, to assist the Judique department systems, while offering fi nancial port to our staff…who will take through such things as replacing in its purchase of a new truck. support to one of the largest wa- that study and bring it back to us the meters and also installing However, at the request of the de- ter users in the system serving in terms of what could probably new meters for customers that partment, councillors voted last the Judique area. take place,” explained Warden don’t already have them.” Thursday to allow for a new loan At their latest regular monthly Betty Ann MacQuarrie. In the meantime, councillors guarantee of $280,000. council meeting, held Thurs- “They had several suggestions have voted to increase the value As with all loan guarantees, day at Whycocomagh’s Keltic as to how we could have our wa- of a municipal loan guarantee to council’s move will only come into Quay, councillors learned that ter utilities in each of the seven a key water-user in southern In- effect should the Judique-area fi re

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by Adam Cooke mate from DTIR had put each of these signs at an approx- WHYCOCOMAGH: On the heels of concerns aired by imate cost of $3,500 each, noted that the issue is currently municipal councillors at their latest regular monthly in the hands of county staff with the hope of having an meeting, Inverness County officials are hoping repre- WHYCOCOMAGH: The electronic speed-monitoring update for council in the weeks to come. sentatives from the provincial Department of Trans- signs that greet motorists travelling along Trans-Canada “It’s our communities that are going to benefit by slow- portation and Infrastructure Renewal (DTIR) can an- Highway 105 through this Inverness County community ing down our traffic,” the warden suggested. “It’s some- swer questions related to J-class roads in the county. could soon appear in other parts of the municipality. thing that would benefit all of our county.” During the latest regular monthly meeting of Inver- During this month’s regular monthly meeting of Inver- While MacQuarrie noted that such signage would only ness Municipal Council, Chief Administrative Officer ness Municipal Council, held at Whycocomagh’s Keltic be “appropriate” in communities with a speed limit of (CAO) Keith MacDonald pledged to raise the issue at Quay, Warden Betty Ann MacQuarrie and Chief Admin- 70 kilometres per hour or less, District 4 councillor John the next meeting to be held between municipal staff istrative Officer (CAO) Keith MacDonald updated council MacLennan suggested that the current electronic signage and DTIR officials. MacDonald’s comments came in on the progress of discussions with the provincial De- serving Whycocomagh has had mixed results since it was response to concerns raised by councillors Alfred partment of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal first launched by local RCMP. Poirier, John Dowling and Jim Mustard with regards (DTIR) regarding the potential purchase of temporary “You come into the 70 (km/h zone), and the 70’s there, to the provincial-municipal cost-sharing process for J- mobile electronic signage. and then you come half a kilometre, and you’re going 70. class roads, which incorporate subdivision roads con- According to MacDonald, a recent meeting with DTIR But then you reach the regular wooden [sign], and the structed prior to 1995. officials confirmed that the department is leaning towards [speed] is 60 [km/h],” MacLennan remarked. “I was hoping that, at our next meeting with DTIR, mobile speed-monitoring signs as opposed to the perma- “So I don’t know, really, why we have one, when it seems that they would provide more follow-up on the J-class nent structures now visible in such communities as Why- that we could read the wooden [signs] or read the elec- roads program so we can be more effective in our ap- cocomagh. tronic.” proach to funding through that program,” MacDonald “The recommendation was to move them around, as op- Conversely, Deputy Warden Alfred Poirier reported told Thursday afternoon’s meeting at Whycocomagh’s posed to making them permanent,” MacDonald explained, that similar signage in the Cheticamp area of his coun- Keltic Quay. adding that “two or three” such signs could be used during cil district has resulted in safer conditions for motorists “For now, what we’ve been doing is asking each coun- high-traffic community events such as the recent Chestico heading through the community or going to and from the cillor to put their own ‘hit list’ together, and it’s put into Days celebrations in Port Hood. Inverness County entrance to the Cape Breton Highlands a pretty broad list. Maybe we have to pare that down a ‘We also understand that one of our neighbouring mu- National Park. little bit, I’m not sure. But it would be good if we had nicipalities is experimenting with these signs, so I think “Personally, myself, in the experiences from my driving, that feedback from DTIR so we would be more success- we should show some leadership and look at our neigh- it seems to be working,” Poirier told the meeting, adding ful.” bours to see how they’re doing with it and to potentially that business owners in Cheticamp have also noticed an Poirier, who also serves as Inverness County’s Dep- save some dollars in terms of how we put it together improvement. uty Warden, suggested that he had received “mixed around this.” “It makes a big, big difference, because [drivers] were signals” from DTIR officials concerning the paving of Warden MacQuarrie, who recalled that a recent esti- passing through there at 80 kilometres per hour.” J-class roads in his Cheticamp-area council district. “I remember that, when we started this conversation, I had a list out of five or six J-roads that were in bad, bad shape. And they still are, and I’ve been trying to do a little work with [DTIR office manager] Steven Mac- Donald, and all they can get is ten loads of asphalt for patching,” Poirier remarked. “I feel that my district has been neglected from the municipality. I don’t know why it’s not being reported – maybe it’s an honest mistake. But I’m not very happy that there are two or three J-roads being paved [in Dis- trict 1], and now I have four or five people having prob- lems.” Dowling, the representative for District 6 in southern Inverness County, also questioned the DTIR process for selecting J-class roads to upgrade. “With all due respect, it looks like some bureaucrat in Halifax is going to make these decisions,” Dowling commented. “How do they select our roads for all six districts?” “I wonder how they prioritize J-class roads,” Inver- ness-area councillor Jim Mustard chimed in. “It doesn’t seem fair, honestly.” CAO MacDonald noted that municipal staff would soon reach out to individual councillors regarding their priorities for J-class road work over the coming year, and expressed hope that the county and the prov- Contributed photo ince could find some common ground on this issue. the Port Hawkesbury Dairy Queen held another successful Miracle Treat Day on Thursday, August 8. It was a fun-filled day “On top of that, we want to make sure that we’re with volunteers from various businesses helping to serve the Blizzards. A total of $3,600 was raised for the IWK. working on the same list,” MacDonald noted.

porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The Reporter 3 Strait area ‘Wonder Women’ Nova Scotia Power receive crash course in warns of extreme communication styles safety risks involved by Drake Lowthers The Reporter participants were able to see where they [email protected] fell on the spectrum, it also allowed for in copper wire thefts acknowledgement to the differences and PORT HAWKESBURY: After spending strategies used to obtain their answers. 22-years in Silicon Valley, Beth Wilson says “It’s really important to know if you’re when it comes to having healthy business a relational or individualistic person, be- HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Power is warn- fatal for anyone in the vicinity and can relations, we need to recover and distance cause it’s how you language things, it’s ing that anyone taking the risk of steal- cause significant damage to our equip- ourselves from the controlled domination how you approach the world, it’s how you ing copper wire from their equipment is ment. Not to mention, removing the system and rather use an open-minded ac- think,” Wilson said. “Then to know how to putting themself at risk of severe injury wire can generate an unstable electrical tualization partnership. bridge relationship and communication or death by doing so. current for nearby customers and create “Women are moving into business into for someone who is different than you.” The company has been the target of dangerous working conditions for our powerful numbers, there’s no reason for The second exercise was a skit that fea- a rash of copper wire thefts in Cape crews.” this to be a clash or a threat to men,” said tured both deductive reasoning (shutting Breton over the past two months. Paul The company’s corporate security de- the international bestselling author of down) and inductive reasoning (providing Casey, Nova Scotia Power Vice Presi- partment has been providing details of The Recovering Feminist: Empowering All ideas) to an outcome for a workplace situ- dent of transmission, distribution and each theft to local authorities, and both People to Create a Whole World. ation. delivery, says a significant amount of the Cape Breton Regional Police and the Wilson’s interactive event was hosted “Teaching how to build out ideas, with live wire has been stolen from road- Baddeck RCMP have been investigating. by the Strait Area Chamber as the latest angels advocate and devils advocate, and side power poles since the beginning of Nova Scotia Power and the Cape Bre- session of their ‘Small Halls, Big Ideas’ how to bring the two competencies, some- June, at great risk to both personal and ton Regional Police are asking anyone speaker series. time they’re talking about people’s talents, public safety. with information on these copper wire This ‘Wonder Woman Speaker Series’ or qualities or skills, we talk about them in “There is a very high risk of electro- thefts to report it as soon as possible to covered different communication styles terms of competencies, that they’re actual cution,” said Casey. “Live wire can carry Cape Breton Regional Police at 1-902-563- based on brain science for men and competencies that we posses,” she said. 25,000 volts of electricity – a charge from 5151, Baddeck RCMP at 1-902-295-2350, or women, including the competencies asso- “We want to bring them together to get the that wire would be life-threatening or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. ciated with their different communication best win-win results as possible.” styles, and explored ways to effectively The final exercise required participants bridge the gap between those differences. to create a scenario of their own and apply Participants saw how their common both devils advocate and angel advocate sense, empathy, and feminine intuition outcomes for the situation. could help them meet the challenges of “I want women to understand their self today and create innovative ways forward, worth. They do a lot of things differently, Wilson said. that they tend to view just as common “Especially when women understand sense,” Wilson said. “This is a way to help † how to express themselves more effec- women define what they’re doing, there tively,” she said. “If we can come together treasured talents, move it into recogni- and learn how to collaborate and bring the tion, getting more pay, letting others see best together - there is a way to work in the value, we want them to use our talents partnership that is very, very fulfilling to to better the company.” both men and women.” Wilson’s books have sold over 1.4 mil- 2018 Civic Sedan DX The women’s leadership talk featured lion copies and have been translated into three exercises that were aimed at identi- 12 languages. She has worked for the U.S. fying where you land on the relational-in- Congress and served as a delegate for the dividualistic spectrum, how to build out U.N. Commission on the Status of Women. ideas and understanding self-worth. The Strait Area Chamber of Commerce The first exercise participants were is a business development organization given a list of words, in each set there with over 300 members that promote, im- were two full words with one unfinished prove, and protect trade and commerce; word, than had to chose a letter to finish ensuring that the Strait area is one of the the word. best regions in which to invest, live, work In the discussion following afterwards, and conduct business.

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by Drake Lowthers The Reporter [email protected]

ANTIGONISH: Since it was announced last August the landmark business wouldn’t re-open, the place of enjoyment for nearly half-a-century vanished in plain sight from Antig- onish. The former owner, Don MacPherson, decided that 2017 would be his fi nal season of operation following his 70th birthday and the time had come to fi nally lock-up shop one fi nal time, and retire. “I had a hard time with that really, you just get old,” Mac- Pherson said last Wednesday afternoon, covered in paint as he was putting a fresh coat on his back step. “I was hoping to be able to sell it to somebody who could carry it on - I really think there’s a need for it around here.” Step in Garrett Juurlink, who grew up in Antigonish County and has spent his fare-share of time at the Snow Queen Leisure World growing up. “I thought it was kind of sad to see it go,” he said. “We used to have cousins come home over the summer and that was al- ways one of the places we’d go. It certainly was a highlight to the summer.” It wasn’t until sometime this spring that Juurlink was driv- ing by the recently abandoned roadside pit-stop that he began thinking this could be something he could take on himself. “I thought it was an opportunity. It’s a landmark attraction Photos by Drake Lowthers here in Antigonish,” he said. “It’s a place where every kid in The iconic Snow Queen Leisure World is now re-open follow- the last 40-years from around the area has been to at some ing the retirement of Don MacPherson last summer, it’s now point or another.” under new management with Garrett Juurlink who also owns Snow Queen Leisure World re-opened on July 20. the Shine Factory Antigonish. “It’s truly amazing,” MacPherson noted on how it was basi- cally word-of-mouth that people found out about the re-open- from his mother and had expanded it greatly to develop what ing. is now Snow Queen Leisure World. There’s been nothing but positive comments since Juurlink Over the years many new additions have included, go-karts, re-opened the Snow Queen Leisure World doors. bumper cars and bumper boats, pitching machines, arcade “People are genuinely happy to see it re-open, kids are hav- games, the space train, the space ball and mini golf. ing a time - I’m enjoying it greatly,” he said. “Everybody’s en- MacPherson’s three kids all worked at the business during joying themselves whether they’re eating ice cream, going on his 45-year run. The Snow Queen Leisure World in Lower South River is now the go-karts or playing mini-golf, it’s all fun for them.” “It’s just crazy when you look back and think about all the re-open under new management seven days a week from And that’s what it’s all about MacPherson said speaking people that have gone through there,” he said. “I went through 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. from experience. four different generations there.” be enjoyed for generations to come. “When you get to see the people, the kids with great big Juurlink is set to move his other business, Shine Factory “I just hope it lives on forever and he gets 10-times the smiles on their faces – that’s all the satisfaction you need.” Antigonish, which deals in automotive protection and detail, amount of customers as I did.” He said it doesn’t bother him driving by it now and know- next to the Snow Queen Leisure World. With Snow Queen Leisure World completely out of his hands ing the Snow Queen Leisure World is no longer his. Other than that people won’t see any major changes, and and under new management, MacPherson said he can fi nally “It’s over with,” MacPherson said. “I put my whole life into Juurlink will continue with the Snow Queen’s legacy. focus on his retirement, as he’s only felt he’s been retired for that, and for that reason I hope he does really well with it.” “It has been there for 45-plus-years, it’s been the Leisure three weeks. During the mid 1960s, MacPherson’s mother, Marie Mac- World since the 80s,” he said. “That never really crossed my “Yesterday I put 350km on my motorcycle,” he said. “But Pherson purchased the original business, a small dairy bar mind to take that name away.” don’t ask me what I’m going to do tomorrow, because I don’t in Lower South River. MacPherson said he’s extremely humbled that the little know what I’m doing yet, but I’m going to be doing some- Nearly a decade later, MacPherson purchased the business dairy bar his mother purchased all these years ago will still thing.” Paon relieved over tender for Lennox Passage Bridge

by Grant McDaniel The Reporter the winter season,” she said. “The bridge was welded shut, [email protected] and it’s not the greatest news to receive knowing full well how much work had to be done with the structural aspect. LENNOX PASSAGE: News that repairs for the Lennox It sent some major concerns my way, both in terms of Passage Bridge have gone to tender has left Cape Bre- safety and tourism. ton-Richmond’s MLA breathing a sigh of relief. “For something that’s been on the capital plan for almost “The rehabilitation of the bridge is long overdue,” Alana a decade, for it to fi nally go to tender, is a huge relief. I’m Paon told The Reporter late last week, adding the project grateful to have been able to forge a working relationship has lingered on the Provincial Capital Plan since 2012. with the staff here as well as up in Halifax.” “It has been eye-opening to learn which projects have The bridge project was one of the fi rst that landed on been prioritized and completed prior to taking my position Paon’s desk when elected just over a year ago. She said she as the new MLA. For almost a decade, this project has been put a generous amount of elbow grease into working to consistently deprioritized in favour of other projects. have the government move ahead with issuing the tender. “This has resulted in severe deterioration of the bridge “It was immediately obvious to me, not only as the MLA and consequent safety issues; the lift bridge is no longer for the area, but also as the offi cial Opposition critic for operational and has been welded shut for more than half Business, Tourism and Trade, the severity of the situation a year.” and implications to our economy,” she said. “This is a mul- The state of the bridge is causing a negative impact ti-million dollar capital investment into Cape Breton-Rich- on local business owners and marinas, she said. It has mond. Contributed Photo far-reaching negative economic implications for tourism, “I would like to thank local residents who came forward, MLA Alana Paon is seen here visiting the Lennox Passage not only in Cape Breton-Richmond, but has also created a lending their support and voice as strong advocates to help Bridge with DTIR Area Manager Darren Blundon and District domino effect that negatively impacts all over the island, move this project forward.” Director Gerard Jessome. she maintained. The provincial government allocated $2 million for the “The bridge was completely closed to marine traffi c in project in the 2018-19 budget, with an additional $900,000 earmarked for 2019-2020. “It’s a complete rehabilitation of the bridge structure,” Paon said. For all your insurance needs! A. D. Morrison 625 - 2928 “There are a couple more hoops to go through before we No. 4 Highway, get started, but I’m relieved and my heart goes out to the AUTO SALES Cleveland, NS tourism operators who were depending on marine traffi c this year. It’s been a painful year when it comes to marine 2013 Toyota Corolla Loaded – 60,000km ...... $11,400 traffi c in our constituency.” Paon noted that she’s read all 266 pages of the tender

“An independent document from the Department of Transportation and In- insurance broker 2013 Toyota Yaris LE Loaded – 77,000km ...... $10,700 covers you best” frastructure Renewal, and it’s possible the bridge will be closed for up to 20 minutes at a time once work starts. She BlUenOse insUrAnCe BrOKers 2016 Nissan Rogue AWD – 81,000km...... $18,400 noted she’s spoken with Emergency Health Service offi - 2372 HigHway 206 – aricHat (902) 226-1988 cials about what can be done to make sure everyone stays 9960 grenville street st. Peter’s (902) 535-1988 2015 Chevy Cruz LT, Loaded – 50,000km ...... $12,500 safe during the repair cycle, in that the bridge is the only way onto or off the island. CommerCial • Home • auto • recreational • HealtH insuranCe 144381 porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 5 Building stronger communities across Boil order Nova Scotia with federal Gas Tax Fund lifted for HALIFAX: Investing in modern, efficient public in- increasing access to online employment opportunities. frastructure is key to promoting economic growth, The Cape Breton Regional Municipality will begin a Neil’s strengthening the middle class and developing healthy paving program for local and collector roads while also sustainable communities. rebuilding curb, storm sewer and waterlines, to improve The Government of Canada delivered the first of two road and sidewalk safety. The Halifax Regional Munici- $29.2 million annual installments of the federal Gas Tax pality will revitalize the Halifax Transit Fleet with the Harbour Fund (GTF) to Nova Scotia. In total, the province will be purchase of new buses, replacing older buses. This will provided with over $58.5 million this year through the reduce maintenance costs, increase service reliability fund. and lower carbon emissions. NEIL’S HARBOUR: The Neil’s Harbour Water Util- “Local governments know best what their communi- Broadband and connectivity, roads, and transit are ity issued a precautionary boil order for the custom- ties need, and the Government of Canada is proud to only three of the 18 project categories eligible for fund- ers of the Neil’s Harbour water supply on Tuesday, deliver stable, long-term funding that they count on to ing under the program. This wide range demonstrates August 7, due to an equipment malfunction. The or- develop and maintain their public infrastructure,” said the flexibility of the GTF in allowing communities to di- der was lifted two days later. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastruc- rect their allocations to their most pressing local needs. Area residents and businesses were ordered to ture and Communities. “The investments that Nova Scotia municipalities boil all water used for consumption for at least one “By investing in our communities, the Government make with Gas Tax funds help build and revitalize lo- minute before use. of Canada is promoting economic growth and environ- cal public infrastructure while supporting economic “We are issuing the boil order as a pre-caution. mental sustainability, strengthening the middle class growth, a clean environment, and strong rural and ur- This is not an order from the Environment Depart- and helping ensure all Canadians have access to the op- ban communities,” said Chuck Porter, Nova Scotia Min- ment – there is no concern regarding the safety of portunities they need to succeed.” ister of Municipal Affairs. the water,” said Robert Dauphinee, Director of Pub- The GTF is a long-term, indexed source of funding Locally, the 2018-19 GTF allocations per commu- lic Works with the Municipality of the County of Vic- that supports local infrastructure projects across the nity are as follows: Cape Breton, $6,817,618; Inverness toria. province each year. In Annapolis County, the GTF will County, $707,952; Antigonish County, $666,420; Rich- “A piece of our equipment malfunctioned and support the installation of rural, high speed internet mond County, $494,436; Guysborough, $355,807; Antigo- some untreated water may have entered the supply. and wireless access to unserviced areas, allowing resi- nish Town $325,640; Port Hawkesbury, $247,210; and Mul- We need two days of clear tests to lift the order, which dents to connect with family and friends more often, and grave, $58,816. I expect will happen quickly,” he said.

Four people, including two police officers slain in Fredericton shooting

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter confirmed Raymond shot the victims with a long gun ated.” [email protected] from the third storey of the apartment building. The suspect, Matthew Vincent Raymond, 48, was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Fredericton taken to hospital with serious injuries following being FREDERICTON: The quiet, residential Brookside on Sunday where he was already scheduled to walk in shot by police. He is in custody has been charged with Drive in Fredericton’s north end was a deadly scene of Fredericton’s Pride Parade, but instead he met with the four counts of first-degree murder. chaos during the province’s second ever mass shooting families of the police officers and offered his condo- “Our thoughts and prayers are now with the families, Friday morning. lences to the fallen officers’ children and explained that friends and colleagues of the two brave police officers After the hour-long echoing of gunshots, four people mouring is made a bit easier when you’ve got the whole who gave their lives in order to protect and serve, and were pronounced dead in the province’s capital, includ- country’s support. with the families of the other two victims of this sense- ing two municipal police officers. “I talked to their kids and highlighted something that less act of violence,” Fredericton Mayor Mike O’Brien Constables Lawrence Robert Costello, 45, and Sara I had experienced was that when you have a whole com- said in a statement Sunday. Mae Helen Burns, 43, were killed as they approached munity, and indeed a whole country, supporting you A regimental funeral will be held for Costello and two civilians who were lying on the ground. The offi- through terrible grief, it actually does make it a little Burns on Aug. 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Aitken University cers were the first to respond to reports of gunfire at an bit easier — not much easier but a little bit easier.” Centre. apartment complex on the 200 block of Brookside Drive There has been an outpouring of grief in the prov- Trudeau said he was touched by the heroism of the at 7:10 a.m. local time. ince’s small, capital city, with residents stopping to first responders who rushed to the scene after receiving Const. Costello was a 20-year veteran of the Frederic- drop off flowers, notes, balloons and teddy bears for the reports of shots fired. ton Police Force and is survived by his partner and his fallen officers outside the police headquarters. “They did not think twice about what they had to four children. Const. Burns joined the force in 2016 af- Later in the day, Trudeau laid a bouquet of flowers do to keep their fellow Canadians safe. They were un- ter chasing her dream of becoming a police officer after at the makeshift memorial with his youngest son Had- flinching in their duty,” he said. “We will not forget the years of being a stay-at-home mom and is survived by rien. two fallen police officers whose sacrifice no doubt saved her husband and three sons. In a written statement on Sunday Fitch said she lives and prevented even greater tragedy.” Fredericton Police Chief Leanne Fitch said in a news wanted to extend her sincere thanks to everyone on be- The shooting in Fredericton has brought back pain- conference Friday that confirming the names of her half of the Fredericton Police Force. ful memories of the fatal shooting of three Moncton two colleagues was “the worst moment for any chief of “Your support, as demonstrated by the flowers and Mounties just four-years ago. police in any police agency to have to deliver this news.” cards that are left in front of the police station is appre- Since 1975, a total of 284 police officers have died on The civilians were later identified as Donnie Ro- ciated by us all. Everyone in our community is hurting the job, according to the Canadian and Peace Officers bichaud, 42, a father of three and Bobbie Lee Wright, with the deaths of four of our citizens but the support Memorial database. 32, who recently engaged in a romantic relationship. of the community, to our fallen officers, the two others Of that number, 101 were homicide victims, 83 per During a news conference Saturday afternoon, Fitch killed and all of their families and friends is appreci- cent of whom were killed with a firearm.

Man suffers serious injuries in ATV crash web extrAs MARGAREE VALLEY: At 2:05 p.m. on August 11, Inver- The driver and lone rider on the ATV, a 71-year-old male ness District RCMP received a 911 call regarding an ATV from Sydney, was thrown from the ATV. He sustained seri- Watch for these icons in The Reporter and visit us collision on Highland Road in the Margaree Valley. ous injuries. online to take advantage of our online extras at . . . A group of riders were travelling on Highland Road He was transported by EHS LifeFlight to the Cape Bre- porthawkesburyreporter.com when one of the vehicles overturned while turning onto ton Regional Hospital in Sydney for treatment. a logging road. The investigation into the crash is continuing.

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OPINION plan, a distribution plan, while putting dozens of folks to work. Any business that succeeds in rural Nova Scotia is a success story, and a business that enough to employ lo- The value of hard work and cals — saving them from having to leave the province for work — is a cause for celebration. It all begins with hard work. the immigrant experience The one thing we can always control is the effort we give. The Hadhad family put in many long days growing their business to this point of expansion, and now both Hard work. There’s just no substitution for it. And, as tional Airport was Tareq Hadhad, the oldest son of the the family and community will benefi t. a result of hard work, a family business in Antigonish is family. It’s interesting to ponder how big Peace by Chocolate looking to double its workforce from 25 people to 50. He arrived in December of 2015, and following him will grow, given that several markets are still untapped Of course, for the Hadhad family, the value of hard were the other family members. Once in Antigonish, by the local brand. The chocolates could fi nd a home in work was not something they were focusing on a few the Hadhads started practicing the family trade, making the United States, the UK, and the countries of the rest years ago, as the family was putting all its energies into chocolate. Peace By Chocolate was born. of the world. surviving the Syrian Civil War. The confl ict is responsi- Last week, it was announced that the local company Time will tell, and we can be sure the tale will be a ble for one of the largest refugee crisis in history. was poised to double its workforce from 25 to 50 people. sweet one. The confl ict resulted in more than half of Syria’s pre- What an accomplishment for a family that was literally war population (22 million) needing humanitarian assis- fi ghting for survival a few years ago! tance. To get specifi c about things, the United Nations The management of Peace by Chocolate, it should be identifi ed 13.5 million Syrians as being in need of assis- noted, has acquitted itself as great corporate citizens, tance, with six million people internally displaced within in addition to doing a fi ne job of creating employment. Syria and fi ve million refugees having fl ed the country. During the wildfi res that devastated Fort McMurray, the For sake of perspective, the number of Syrian refugees company contributed profi ts to the Canadian Red Cross’ EDITOR Jake Boudrot is more than double the total number of people (approxi- relief effort for the Albertian city. With that, Peace by [email protected] mately 2.4 million) living in Atlantic Canada. Chocolate also showed its support for the gay community Through a lengthy process of vetting — a process that by releasing a series of bars celebrating pride. SPORTS REPORTER Grant McDaniel included the hard work and even harder fundraising of All of that is wonderful. From the Hadhad’s story of folks in Antigonish, committed to the cause of offering survival to their humanitarian efforts, but let’s not forget [email protected] refugees a second chance — the Hadhads settled in An- how hard this family had to work to master their craft, tigonish. The fi rst Hadhad to arrive at Stanfi eld Interna- start a business in a new country, devise a marketing REPORTER Drake Lowthers [email protected]

ADVERTISING Nicole Fawcett [email protected] LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ADVERTISING Melinda Grant [email protected] Concerns of fi re safety in

St. Peter’s Provincial Battery Park Letters to the Editor It is the policy of The Reporter that letters to the editor should be kept brief and in good taste. Letters must be signed and include the As we are all aware of the many wild fi res burning provincial government grant could do wonders while the writer’s phone number and address. The Editor reserves the right across Canada every year, one place that comes to my park is closed for the off-season. to edit letters where necessary. Management retains the right to mind is St. Peter’s Provincial Battery Park. Pick up all the dead, fallen and unsightly trees and refuse publication of any letter not deemed appropriate to our The park holds fi fty-plus camping sites high on a hill- widen the one-and-only enter-and-exit roadway into and general readership. top overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and St. Peter’s Canal. out of the park. Add an emergency exit only roadway in It has only one narrow enter-and-exit roadway. The park case a fi re breaks out. This would at least give an individ- Advertising Policy is popular and used by many local and out-of-province ual or a family a fair chance for survival. Deadline for Classifi eds and Display Advertising is Friday at 12 individuals and families using tents, trailers, and motor Hopefully, a fi re will never happen in or around the park noon for the following week. Deadlines are subject to change to homes. area. And keep in mind there are also the loyal staff that refl ect holidays. Classifi eds MUST be paid in advance by cash/ A fi re safety concern exists in that many dead, fallen or are employed on day or night shifts. cheque/VISA/MC/Interac. Advertisers should check their ad the fi rst day. The Reporter shall not be liable for typographical errors standing trees are around the entire park. With that, there I feel the need for fi re safety concerns to be addressed by or failure to publish an ad except to the extent of the cost of the is only a single one-way, narrow roadway going into and the proper persons in charge, for everyone’s safety, and I fi rst week of insertion. The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall out of the park itself. hope my letter today will make a future difference. not be liable for damages arising out of errors in advertisements How can something so important be overlooked for so Clarence Landry beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by their many years and not be fi xed? A late fall and early spring Seaview portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred; whether such error is due to the negligence of employees or otherwise, and there shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount of such advertisement. The publisher reserves the right to edit, revise, classify or reject any advertisement.

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ful home. Had he perished as a child in the many different emotions. Strait up Nazi death camps of Auschwitz and Dachau, I got to see him deliver his powerful mes- it would have been a far more inhumane, vio- sage on multiple occasions when I worked Phillip Riteman’s lent death, and he wouldn’t have had his im- full-time for The Reporter, beginning in late mediate family at his side when it happened. 1999, when he visited Isle Madame District But it didn’t happen. He won. High School (now Ecole Beau-Port) in Ari- victory march I imagine he had many days when he felt chat. Sitting in the auditorium and listening he was running an unwinnable race. When to Mr. Riteman’s heartbreaking, mind-numb- by Adam Cooke he turned 13, he was advised to tell the Na- ing memories, I could hear several teenagers zis he was 17 for his own safety. Thinking he bursting into tears around me. was a young man useful to their purposes, He shed his own tears, too. “When I look I have never felt so conflicted and rarely even in the White House, treated with kid they gave him inconceivably awful tasks - out at you guys, I don’t see your faces,” he had such a clash of emotions upon hearing gloves by the current Oval Office occupant – carrying wheelbarrows full of corpses to cre- cried out to the IMDH student body before of the death of a familiar public figure. I am heartbroken to think that we have lost matoriums, carving up cadavers on hospital shrieking: “I see Auschwitz!” But last week’s passing of Phillip Riteman, a truth-teller of Mr. Riteman’s calibre at this tables. He had to carry the body of his clos- And yet, when he smiled, it was always a Holocaust survivor who found a new life in point in our history. est childhood friend back to Auschwitz with genuine. I don’t think Phillip Riteman was Atlantic Canada and bravely spent the last But I also feel incredible happiness for Mr. him, after the Nazis bludgeoned the boy to the kind of person who would simply stage three decades sharing his own horrific story, Riteman, for one simple reason: death while taunting him about “wiping off a show for anyone or use an emotional ap- has me reacting in waves of sadness and joy. He won. his freckles.” peal to push an agenda. Every time I saw him The sadness makes sense, partly because He didn’t fall prey to the violence that On May 2, 1945, the German soldiers that speak, and every time I had the privilege of of the news that Mr. Riteman had been ill for claimed every member of his immediate had made his life a living hell suddenly dis- shaking his hand and thanking him for his awhile and mostly because of the powerful family and wiped out most of his small town appeared, replaced by hundreds of American work, I saw one of the warmest, kindest role he has served in ensuring that we never on the Russia-Poland border in the six years soldiers. I still recall the smile and the enthu- smiles any man or woman has ever had, and forget that the Nazis’ campaign of genocide following his capture in 1939. He survived. siasm on Mr. Riteman’s face as, decades later, enjoyed the laughter of one who has laid his truly happened. Not only did he survive, he lived for over he remembered those soldiers’ arrival: burdens down. In the hours after the news of his death seven more decades and, after 30 years of “They were yelling, ‘You’re free! You’re He ended every speech with the simple reached us, I was awash in the sobriety that shining a harsh light of truth to counter the free!’” truth: “It is better to love than to hate.” And normally comes when we lose a World War Holocaust deniers he angrily described as He won. today, he is enjoying a happy reunion with veteran – the brutal realty that we need to “imbeciles,” he died peacefully in his sleep at And Phillip Riteman also won by refusing his family, his school friends, and countless hear this history from our victims as much the age of 96. to let the tragedy of the Holocaust keep him others that he felt he would never see again, as we hear it from our soldiers. With the ugly He won. from being a successful businessman, a lov- in the ultimate victory march. rise of neo-Nazism in pockets around the Mr. Riteman’s family was at his bedside ing husband and father, and a diverse human Thank you, Mr. Riteman. And congratula- world, particularly in the United States – and when he left this world for a new, more peace- being capable of feeling, and expressing, tions: You won.

Celebrating 50 years of service

photos by Drake Lowthers Robert MacPherson representing the Antigonish Fire Department presented tracadie A representative from the Four Valleys Fire Department presented Dave Boudreau (left), Johnny Fire Department Chief John Mattie a plaque honouring the department’s 50-years Dunkers (middle) and tracadie Fire Chief John Mattie a ceremonial plaque during a 50th Anniver- of service on August 4. sary celebration on August 4.

on these pics and see that their mom cared more about Is it just me? looking “good” in pics rather than actually smiling and having a good time. #unfollowingyou” Let’s get serious – if there is one picture in which I am Time to quiet the peanut gallery almost guaranteed to not be smiling, it’s one taken at one of my kids’ birthday parties. I’m tired from cleaning my by Gina MacDonald The Reporter house for all the company coming over, I haven’t had time to finish my hair, I’m dragging five dozen hot dog buns and a big bag of party favors up and down stairs, I’m yell- Raising a child is the hardest job anyone can do, both And opine they do, regardless of others’ feelings and ing at my people to hurry up and get ready, and I’m sweat- physically and emotionally. It’s a giant, wonderful, amaz- the extent of their own expertise. One thing I’ve learned ing. Not exactly prime time for a relaxed smile, for this ing, steaming garbage dumpster of long hours and con- after a few decades of mothering: the loudest parents are mom or for the Jessica Simpsons of the world. stant worry, self doubt, sleepless nights, stomach-churn- often those who have no children. (There is nothing quite Singer Pink was criticized for a picture showing her ing ups and downs, in between wonderful memories and as hilarious to parents, as someday-parents-to-be with an drinking coffee while pregnant (decaf, in case you were experience with the most beautiful people alive. But let’s idealistic, ironclad parenting plan they swear they’ll ad- wondering). Model Victoria Beckham was admonished not fail to recognize the relentlessness, the bone weari- here to.) for her son’s tattoos (her son is 19). Chrissy Teigen for ness of it all. At any rate, my crop of 90s mothers and those before posing with her baby in the sun. And those are just a few Now let’s add another ingredient, a toxic one, to that me faced only a fraction of the censure millennial moth- examples I can think of off the top of my head because I stew: public criticism, or what people refer to as “sham- ers encounter these days. Mothering has always been a read about them online, that’s not the hundreds of thou- ing”. The finger-wagging once done in the privacy of a competitive sport, but it is now more evident than ever. sands of non-famous women being torn to shreds online kitchen between husbands and wives has been amplified Today’s moms are criticized for leaving their kids alone over their parenting choices. by social media, brought out into the public square to or for keeping them too close. For choosing to work or The biggest kick in the gut is that moms who have been embarrass the recipient and — let’s be honest here — to for deciding to stay home. For refusing to encourage ex- shamed and criticized are more likely to do it to another make the rest of us feel superior. tracurricular activities or for over-scheduling their chil- mom. Instead of providing support, instead of banding Mom-shaming is a thing. A big thing. It has been fea- dren’s afternoons. Condemnation, it turns out, is an equal together, mothers are waging war against each other. And tured in magazines, debated in talk shows and reported opportunity employer, namely because by judging others’ that’s the real shame. on the national news. I’ve written about it before in this choices we open the floor to people judging ours. And Take it from a mother of two, watching from the side- very column. It happens to women and stay-at-home dads what people choose to weaponize online can be astound- lines at the one grown, and in the thick of things with the of all ages, from your neighbor across the road to the ingly immature and petty. other who’s well on his way. Don’t be so quick to criticize most famous celebrities. As we offer a peephole into our Fans were upset when singer Jessica Simpson shared someone’s parenting choices. Judge silently, if you must. lives, posting pictures of our families and sharing private a photo of her son’s birthday party where (gasp!) she was Mothering with grace and any measure of success, while moments and thoughts, we give strangers an opening to not smiling. The comments on Instagram were venomous, keeping one’s sanity intact, is difficult enough without opine and criticize. including this doozy: “I’m glad your kids will look back comments from the peanut gallery. porthawkesburyreporter.com 8 The RepoRTeR August 15, 2018 New immigration stream to Cape Breton address labour market demands Partnership seeks

HALIFAX: Innovation and immigration are two key while also helping grow our population. nominations for ingredients that will be used to respond to the province’s “This will strengthen our communities and our pro- unique labour market needs through the creation of a vincial economy - benefitting all Nova Scotians.” new, responsive stream. This new approach complements the Office of Immi- board of directors The new Labour Market Priorities Stream is a flexible gration’s existing streams. and innovative approach to addressing market demands The stream launched August 8 and will utilize the fed- by proactively seeking skilled professionals in specific eral Express Entry system by inviting qualified candi- SYDNEY: The Cape Breton Partnership is currently sectors where there are recognized needs. dates to apply directly to Nova Scotia. seeking nominations from business professionals who Initially, the stream will be used to target early child- The flexibility of the new stream will allow for the are interested in joining their Board of Directors. hood educators and future professions will be targeted Nova Scotia Office of Immigration to specifically ad- The Partnership is looking for individuals who are based on specific labour market needs. dress market-identified labour shortages and is part of passionate about supporting Cape Breton’s diverse “Our immigration system must be responsive to meet a broader national and international recruitment strat- business community and interested in contributing the unique labour needs of the province,” said Lena egy. to the future direction of their organization. Nomina- Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration. “Attracting and For more information on the Labour Market Priorities tions will only be accepted from individuals who work retaining skilled workers will help increase access to Stream, visit: https://novascotiaimmigration.com/move- for organizations that are investors with the Cape Bre- important services such as early childhood education, here/labour-market-priorities. ton Partnership. Deadline for nomination submissions is Friday, August 31. The Cape Breton Partnership brings together people who believe in the power of working together in order to build prosperity in all sectors across the island. The Partnership’s diverse list of projects and initiatives all focus their activities around the organization’s mission 100 Women Who Care Rural Cape Breton of increasing business opportunities for the future of Cape Breton. The Board of Directors plays a vital role MABOU: “100 Women Who Care Rural Cape Breton” is to the selected organization (or cash) and watch how the in the structure of the Partnership by providing guid- getting ready to launch their second year on October 18 at group’s commitment turns into a $10,000-plus donation. ance and support that lends to the overall strategic di- the Strathspey Performing Arts Centre in Mabou. Members receive a tax receipt directly from the winning rection of the organization. Women from across rural Cape Breton, from all walks charity. “The Partnership is looking for individuals with a of life, are invited to get connected with this initiative to At the first meeting in October 2017, three local chari- broad range of business skills from across Cape Bre- make a difference in our communities! ties got the chance to make a presentation – L’Arche Cape ton who will bring a unique perspective to the Board Last year a group of volunteers got together to form Breton Society, Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospi- of Directors,” said Carla Arsenault, President and CEO a chapter of the international group “100 Women Who tal Foundation, and Richmond County Early Childhood of the Cape Breton Partnership. “The Partnership has Care.” This local chapter, “100 Women Who Care Rural Education Association. After the members voted, the experienced tremendous growth over the past year and Cape Breton,” successfully brought together more than Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital Foundation having a strong Board of Directors who will help to 100 women back in October 2017 in Mabou. The group came through with the most votes in their plea for a new lead the organization comes at an exciting time in our was formed to raise awareness of, and contribute to, char- palliative care section of the hospital. organization.” itable organizations located in Richmond, Inverness, and They will be on hand at the annual meeting on Octo- Nominees who submit an application must be an Victoria counties. ber 18 to detail exactly how they used the money in this active investor with the Cape Breton Partnership and Charities make these counties a healthier, happier, new Palliative Care space. Attendees will be treated to an must be willing to commit to participating on the stronger and better place to live, and 100 Women Who overview of the impact their donations had last year. Board for three years. Board members will be expected Care Rural Cape Breton Chapter helps them accomplish This is a great opportunity to join the movement – reg- to attend quarterly meetings, plus an additional stra- their good work. ister today to be a member at: www.100womenruralcape- tegic planning session. Individuals who are selected 100 Women Who Care is a great way for women who breton.com (click on “Get Involved”). to become Board Members must agree to make every don’t have a lot of extra time to make a big impact in the Those who fill out a registration form will be given an effort to attend events and conferences hosted by the lives of those in need of help. Members of 100 Women opportunity not just to be a member, but to also nominate Partnership. To download a nomination form, please Who Care Rural Cape Breton Chapter are invited to nom- a charity of their choice to have a crack at the $10,000 visit the Cape Breton Partnership website. The nomi- inate a local charitable organization (must be a regis- prize. The registered charities that were nominated last nation deadline is Friday, August 31 at 4 p.m. tered charity). year will automatically be entered in the 2018 draw. The Cape Breton Partnership Board of Directors Members of the local chapter meet for two hours once Connect with them on Facebook and search for “100 Governance Committee requests that all digital nom- a year. Women Rural Cape Breton” and “Like” their page. For ination forms be submitted by email to info@capebre- At the meeting, three randomly chosen charities from more information, please contact Mary Janet MacDonald tonpartnership.com. Hard copies may be returned to 285 our list of nominees will give a five minute presentation at 902-870-6504 or Josie MacEachern at 902-945-2067 or e- Alexandra Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1S 2E8. The about the work they do. The 100-plus women attending mail: [email protected]. official announcement of the new slate of Directors the meeting vote for one of the three presenting local The group is eager to register new members from In- will be made on Thursday, October 4 at the Cape Breton charities, choosing the cause that made the most compel- verness, Victoria and Richmond counties who want to Partnership’s Investor Summit at the Keltic Lodge in ling presentation. Each member will write a $100 cheque improve the lives of their neighbours and friends. Ingonish.

photos by Grant McDaniel two of the longest-running institutions in Judique, st. Andrew’s Parish and the Ju- dique service station, were represented in the Judique on the Floor Days parade.

porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 9 Investing in Community Infrastructure

HALIFAX: The Provincial Government is supporting receiving $50,000 for structural repairs and a kitchen ren- The Community Facilities Improvement Program will Nova Scotia’s diverse cultural heritage by investing in im- ovation. fund up to 75 per cent of actual project costs, to a maxi- provements to community halls and other public spaces “Fixing the structural deficiencies and improving the mum of $50,000, for non-profit groups to improve their fa- where people gather. safety and efficiency of this space is critical to our ability cilities and public spaces. Communities, Culture and Heritage Minister Leo to continue using this building for the community,” said Local organizations receiving grants in Richmond Glavine joined representatives of the United Church association president Chrissie Crooks. County include the Fourchu Development Association, Camp Meeting Association in Berwick on August 10 to an- “The Berwick camp kitchen serves tens of thousands of $37,000, and the St. Peter’s Community Club, $45,000. nounce 40 projects are being funded through the Commu- meals each year bringing a diversity of friends and fami- In Inverness County, groups receiving grants include nity Facilities Improvement Program. lies together. This funding will ensure we continue to pro- the Cranton Cross Road Community Centre, $50,000; the The total investment is more than $943,000 this year. vide this important service to our community.” Societe Mi-Careme, $31,000; the St. Michael’s Parish Hall, “The camp is a gathering spot and a focal point for our Community events at the camp include, Girl Guide $26,500; the Margaree Area Development Association, area and providing support to this facility is a direct in- meetings, Baha’i Faith Camp, choirs, suicide prevention $24,200; and the North Mountain Cultural and Recreation vestment in our community,” said Glavine. meetings, bazars and the Town of Berwick Christmas Association, $6,000. “We all want strong, healthy, inclusive, and vibrant com- sleigh rides. In Guysborough County, Goshen Community Recre- munities. Investments through the Community Facilities An annual 10-day meeting is held in the summer involv- ation Centre receives $27,000 and St. Joseph’s Parish-Port Improvement Program connects people, organizations, ing up to 1,000 participants, including children, youth and Felix receives $13,000. municipal partners, and others to key pieces of infrastruc- seniors from a diverse group of all faiths, ethnic and cul- In Victoria County, St. Mark’s Lodge #35 Hall Society ture that help to define their communities.” tural backgrounds, sexual identities and orientation, and receives $19,800 and the Middle River Recreation Associ- The association camp, which was established in 1872, is intellectual and physical abilities. ation receives $11,000.

photos by Grant McDaniel It was hard to find a face in Judique that wasn’t smiling during the community’s annual festival. One of the highlights of the festivities was last Saturday’s parade, taking folks along Route 19 to the centre of the village.

centive Program student with the company. “The experi- More jobs for Nova Scotia students ence I’m getting through the program and at the company is going to help me in my education and in my career.” Metamaterial Technologies Inc. hired four students HALIFAX: Students across the province are gaining a chance to learn and get a head start on building their through the program this summer. They find students valuable work experience through additional jobs sup- careers here,” said Premier Stephen McNeil. “These pro- bring fresh ideas and new talents to the workplace. ported by the provincial government. grams benefit our young people and employers, and con- “Employers benefit from the program too,” said Oshrit Two-hundred new positions were added to the Co-oper- tribute to a stronger workforce and economy.” Harel, manager, research and development and materials ative Education Incentive Program this year for a total of The Co-operative Education Incentive Program provides engineering, at Metamaterial Technologies Inc. “We see more than 700 work placements. Wage subsidies are also wage assistance to private sector, government-funded and that students think from different angles and tackle prob- being provided for another 800 jobs with non-profit com- non-profit organizations offering career-related work ex- lems differently, which is so beneficial for our work.” munity organizations through the Student Summer Skills periences for university and community college students The Student Summer Skills Incentive offers wage assis- Incentive Program. enrolled in co-operative education. tance to non-profit organizations that provide career-re- “Students are looking to gain real world experience “Metamaterial Technologies Inc. sees the potential in lated summer jobs to students going into university or and connect with employers who are willing to give them students,” said Ben Parmiter, a Co-operative Education In- community college in the fall.

porthawkesburyreporter.com 10 The RepoRTeR August 15, 2018 EntErtAinmEnt Jimmy Rankin releases new album and to take tour across Canada

by Corrine MacLean tionally-acclaimed group from Mabou. He’s also released since he has not toured Canada for a number of years. numerous solo albums, and he’s written singles such as He says after his tour, he will continue to work and be a ‘Mull River Shuffle.’ father. Moving East features many East Coast talents, Rankin “It is a cycle, that’s the way it works. The fun thing MABOU: Jimmy Rankin has returned to Nova Scotia, said. The album includes J.P Cormier; Ashley MacIsaac; about it is to write the song, and perform it for people. after being in Nashville for many years. Jamie Robinson (Rankin’s guitar player); and Joel Plas- So that’s why I’m excited to play these songs for people,” Now that he has returned, Rankin will release his kett as a producer, and many others. Rankin said the mu- Rankin said. “I’m glad to be home.” East Coast-themed album Moving East on September 28. sic to expect would be folk rock, along with some Celtic. For more information, such as tour dates and loca- Rankin is also scheduled to go on tour in the fall. Rankin is also set to go on tour September 28th, start- tions, visit jimmyrankin.com. “I’m a Cape Bretoner at heart, it’s where my roots are,” ing in Oshawa, Ontario. He will travel around Canada, Rankin has released a music video for his first single Rankin said. and says he’ll be performing the music on Moving East as ‘Been Away’, and he says he encourages everyone to have Rankin is a member of The Rankin Family, the na- well as other songs. He says he is excited about the tour, a listen to it, which can also be viewed at his website.

Photo by grant mcDaniel the Celtic music interpretive Centre provided some tunes during Judique on the Floor days.

Arts-based storytelling takes centre stage

L’ARDOISE: An exhibit of arts-based storytelling will In the third workshop - zines (short for magazine) - some took place last Tuesday at the Louisdale Lions Club on residents of the St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Whiteside Road in Louisdale. The exhibit showcased the Centre in Arichat shared stories produced into nine book- storytelling of local seniors who took part in workshops lets. The Photovoice workshop resulted in a collaborative over the past two months. photo essay about loneliness and aging called Hidden It is the result of the Dr. Kingston Memorial Commu- Away. It was displayed with other individual Photovoice nity Health Centre’s (DKMCHC) New Horizons for Seniors projects. Digital Stories are videos that use photos, music September grant, called Seeing Our Community Through the Eyes of and narration. Three Digital Stories were also aired at this Seniors. Artists were at the exhibit to explain the different public exhibit. 28th workshops in which they participated. The exhibit showcased the second iteration of work- “I took part in two workshops – Photovoice and Digi- shops held in Richmond County for seniors 55 years of age Jim Cuddy tal Storytelling,” said Sheila Foggie. “The Digital Story I and older. The three workshops are added to another three made is called My Sister and Me. I thought it was about that took place in the fall of 2017. The previous arts-based Trio show her but through sharing I had a light bulb moment and storytelling workshops included Photovoice, zines and realized it was actually about me; my isolation, my lack of theatre. All are displayed at www.kingstonarts.org. - Tickets now health care, my mobility issues, my social isolation. But “These workshops will help us to understand how people I also recognized that we can do something to change it.” view the changing conditions under which they live after on sale retirement,” said DKMCHC board chair Dorothy Barnard. “There are both challenges and benefits to getting older that are not well understood. There is a chance to partic- Andrew Hunter and ipate in community life in ways one cannot before retire- October The Gatherers” ment. And there are challenges such as a sense of lost pur- Aug 11th pose, sometimes compounded by loss of mobility, financial 8th health, physical health, family and friends. It is these chal- “Little Voice Reunion” lenges we hope to address by doing things differently.” Brett Kissel Barnard said the arts-based workshops have two pur- Aug 17th& 18th poses. First, getting people involved in meaningful proj- - Second Show ects regardless of whether they are searching for deeper added! 3:00pm. Jimmy Flynn social connections or currently satisfied with that part of Aug 24th their lives. Tickets now on sale! “We are looking for a variety of people,” she said. The Karaoke to follow second purpose is to gather insight about life, as rural se- 8PM - 2AM nior citizens, directly from seniors and those nearing that designation. In April 2017, the DKMCHC received a $25,000 grant from MacLellan Brothers New Horizons for Seniors Community-based projects. It is August 25 a Government of Canada initiative that provides funding for projects led or inspired by seniors who want to make positive changes in their communities. 154026 825 Reeves Street 902-625-5194 149746 porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 11 Annual Petit de Grat Acadian Festival

the serpentine Reptile Zoo took place right after the chil- dren’s parade on August 12 in Petit de grat.

photos by Jake Boudrot there were some tasty treats passed out after the children’s parade in Petit de grat.

Young and old alike displayed their Acadian pride last week in Petit de grat. this turtle made its way into the crowd on August 12.

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Yummy cucurbits

Do you know what cucurbits are? They are the gourd family of vegetables, and they include delicious edibles such as zucchini, cucumber and squash. Sure, treating yourself to all kinds of field berries and eating corn on the cob are some of summer’s greatest pleasures, but locally grown cucurbits also deserve your attention. Grated or sliced and eaten raw, sautéed or roasted, you just can’t go wrong with these garden-fresh veggies.

Versatile zucchini Zucchini can be enjoyed a thousand different ways: raw, au gratin, baked or steamed, grilled, stuffed and stirred into an omelet or even a cake. The firm, moist flesh of zucchini contains B vitamins, potassium and rutin, an antioxidant in the flavonoid fa­mily. When shopping, choose slender, smooth and firm zucchinis. Photo by Jake Boudrot Refreshing cucumber This turtle aroused the curiosity of many on August 12 in Petit de Grat. Composed of 95 per cent water, cucumbers are a refreshing treat during a heat wave. They’re also a real friend to those of us trying to lose a bit of weight. Cucumber is so re­freshing raw that most people don’t realize it’s equally delicious cooked, especially when grilled on the barbecue. Try Caoraich Shòdhaigh | cucumber in salads, sandwiches and cold soups. Eating it unpeeled will help you stock up on several vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Soay Sheep

Strange pattypans Highland Village farm features a small animal that With their little UFO shapes, pattypans are an intriguing yet delicious sum- doesn’t quite resemble what we picture as sheep, mer squash. The skin ranges from white to bright yellow, depending on the and is often mistaken to be a small goat. However, variety, and the firm, slightly sweet flesh has a vaguely artichoke-like taste. that’s not the case! They are Soay sheep, a rare Pattypans are particularly flavourful cooked on the barbecue then sliced into breed of sheep that has its genetic origins in the rounds and seasoned with olive oil, garlic and balsamic vinegar. Stone Age.

Soay sheep take their name from the tiny uninhabited Isle of Soay, part of the St. Kilda group of islands far off the west coast of Scotland. It is thought that the sheep were present on the island more than a thousand years ago when the Vikings were raiding Scotland’s western seaboard.

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Tartan Gardens war well-represented last Saturday.

Photos by Grant McDaniel The folks from the Chestico Museum made sure to give a glimpse of days gone by.

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Councillor John Dowling was representing both the municipality and Whycocomagh’s Home

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The Romie’s celebrated their Lob Ball Championship during Judique on the Floor Days.

Photos by Grant McDaniel The Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs seemed to make peace in Judique.

Celtic Shores Costal Trail took its show on the road last Saturday. The next generation of firefighters were on the road last weekend.

Neil MacLeod was driving one of the Judique and District Volunteer Fire Department’s fire engines.

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by Grant McDaniel The Reporter ing two-for-four and Noah Landry, with two runs driven [email protected] in. For Port Hawkesbury, Nelson Goyetche was three-for- four, and both Michael Mcnamara and Damian MacInnis had a pair of singles. RICHMOND: The Isle Madame Mariners (12-6) are a The second game had Spencer MacNamara pitch the game ahead of the Inverness Athletics (11-7) for first place win and Johnny Malloy take the loss. in the Richmond Amateur Baseball Association (RABA). For the Bucs, Cameron MacDougall was two-for-two Rounding out the league are the Little Anse Hawks (10- with two runs and two RBIs, and Nelson Goyetche had 9), the St. Peter’s Royals (8-11), the Petit de Grat Red Caps similar numbers with one more at bat. Leading the charge (8-12), and the Port Hawkesbury Bucs (8-12) for Little Anse was Clem Fougere, going three-for-four. On Tuesday, August 7, the Mariners dropped the Royals In action from Thursday, August 9, Dylan David was 6-3. Drake Boudreau had six strike outs in seven innings Isle Madame’s winning pitcher in an 8-3 win over the Roy- for the Mariners, and Vince Pottie gave up only nine hits als. Darren Campbell took the loss of St. Peter’s. in the loss. Leading hitters for Isle Madame include Zack Bond, Boudreau was also good with the stick, going two-for- with three singles on four at bats and three RBIs. Callum four with an RBI. St. Peter’s Jonathan Stone was two-for- Boudreau was two-for-three with an RBI, and Ethan Do- four with two runs scored. rey had a two-run homer. For St. Peter’s, Lorne MacPhail On Wednesday, August 8, the Hawks hosted the Bucs for had two singles and an RBI. two games. Also on August 9, the Red Caps hosted the Athletics for Little Anse won the first 4-3 in eight innings, and Port a doubleheader. The Athletics won the first game 4-1 and Hawkesbury took the second 10-9. the Red Caps won the second 10-3. Clem Fougere was the winning pitcher in game one, Last Sunday, the Bucs visited Inverness to split a dou- Photos by Grant McDaniel and Lucien Gerrior took the loss. bleheader. Port Hawkesbury won the first 6-3, and the Mariner Dylan David mans third place during action at the Leading the offense for Little Anse was Tyler Babin, go- Athletics took the second 13-4. Petit de Grat field.

Buc Greg Rioux brings the bat around. Mariner Lloyd Samson tosses the ball to Ethan Dorey during action last week.

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Little Anse centrefielder Clem Fougere tracks down this fly ball.

Photos by Jake Boudrot Little Anse executed a relay to throw out this St. Peter’s Royals’ runner on July 31 in Petit de Grat. Heatherton and Pomquet tied for first in AGR

ANTIGONISH-GUYSBOROUGH: In Antigonish-Guys- borough Rural Fastpitch League action, the Heatherton Warriors (11-3) and Pomquet Acadians (10-2) share first place. Four games back are the Guysborough Broadhorns, seven games back are the St. Joseph’s Chiefs, and nine games back are the St. Andrew’s Flyers. In a doubleheader from Wednesday, August 8, the Pom- quet Acadians dropped the St. Joseph’s Chiefs in back-to- back games, 12-4 and 14-8. Richie Connors pitched the win in both outings, and Craig MacDonald and Logan Deyoung took the losses. Leading hitting in the first game were, for Pomquet, Ryan King, going two-for-four with a homerun and four RBIs; Bryden Boudreau, going two-for-three with three RBIs; and Brian Gilfoy, going two-for-four with two RBIs. For The Chiefs, Craig MacDonald went two-for-three with Little Anse shortstop Laurier Samson tries to turn a double play despite receiving pressure from Jonathan Stone, of the St. a homer and two RBIs, and Spencer Barron was two-for- Peter’s Royals. two with a homer and two RBIs. In game two, Pomquet’s leading hitters were Tim Mac- Pherson, going four-for-four with five RBIs; Dave Mac- Pherson, going two-for-four with an RBI; Mark Dort, going one-for-two with an RBI; and Bryden Boudreau, going one- for-two with two RBIs. U13s to put on The Chiefs leading hitters were Spencer Barron, going two-for-four with an RBI; Arnold Murphy, going two-for- four with an RBI; and Logan Kennedy, with two singles a show and an RBI. On August 10, the Acadians took two wins over the Fly- ers. PORT HAWKESBURY: On August 24-26, the Cape Bre- In the first game, Donnelly Archibald pitched a 3-0 win. ton U13 house baseball league championship tourna- Paul Anderson had a three-run homer. Pitching for the STRAIT PIRATES ment will be held in Port Hawkesbury. Flyers was Lawrence MacPherson Participating teams include the host Strait Area In game two, Pomquet’s Richie Connors was on the JR B. HOCKEY Sting, the Isle Madame Mariners, the Richmond Royals, mound for 8-2 win. MacPherson took the loss. The top hit- CONDITIONING & SKILLS CAMP 2018 the Creignish Dukes, the Antigonish Angels, and the ters for Pomquet were Ryan King with a three-run homer, New Waterford Dodgers. and Blair VanOrischot with a two-run homer. September 7-9, 2018 @PHCC Teams will play head-to-head games on Friday and Last Sunday, the Warriors dropped St. Joseph’s 7-3. September 7-9, 2018CAMP INCLUDES @PHCC Saturday, with crossovers game on Sunday at 10 a.m. The winning pitcher was Adam Anderson who threw 6 NOVICE (AGES 7-8) NOVICE (AGES6 hrs 7-8) of ice time and noon. The consolation is at 2 p.m. and the champi- Ks in relief of Paul Purcell who tossed 6 Ks as well. Taking ATOM (AGES 9-10) 1 Dryland session (certified trainer) onship is at 4 p.m. the loss was Jarrod Kennedy. PEEWEE (AGES 11-12) AT O M ( A G E S 9 - 1 0 ) BANTAM (AGES 13-14) For More Information

PEEWEE (AGES870 11-12)-6978 / 227-8101 Registration can be sent to : BANTAM (AGES 13-14) [email protected] E-Transfers accepted CAMP INCLUDES Please include player name,6 hrs age, of ice time position and previous team Islanders announce Garrett Deadline of September1 4,Dryland 2018 session (certified trainer) $125/per player Lambke as new assistant coach $100 for each additional child $100 GoaltenderPlease Rate include player name, age, position and previous team PORT HOOD: The Cape Breton West Islanders of the season under head coach and former NHL player Doug Nova Scotia Major Midget Hockey League are pleased to Doull, the Crushers won the Kent Cup. Deadline of September 4, 2018 announce that former Islander player Garrett Lambke has Lambke easily made the transition from player to coach. $125/per player accepted the position as assistant coach. He will be join- He spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach with ing head coach Nick MacNeil and current defensive coach the Nova Bantams of the Nova Scotia Major Bantam $100 for each additional child Kyle Gillies as a member of the Islanders’ bench staff for Hockey League. $100 Goaltender Rate the 2018-19 season. “We are extremely pleased to add Garrett to the Island- Lambke is a native of Antigonish and played two sea- ers coaching staff,” said Brian MacInnis, Islander presi- Registration can be sent to: [email protected] sons for the Major Midget Islanders under then head dent. “He was a hardworking, honest, blue-collar player E-Transfers accepted coach Sean Donovan. He graduated to Pictou Crushers of for the Islanders and will bring that same work ethic and the MJAHL where he had three great seasons. In his final winning attitude to the Islanders bench staff.”

For More Information 870-6978 / 227-8101155379 porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 17 Novas announce training camp and tryout schedule Speaking of

ANTIGONISH: The Nova Major ing Centre will have fitness testing at the Keating Centre. Bantams have announced the dates at 5 p.m. and a training camp at 7:30 Two team practices take place on Soaps for their 2018-2019 Training Camp p.m. August 24 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the move into the loft. Steve broke into and Tryouts for the upcoming sea- On August 17, the Charles V. Keating Centre. THE BOLD AND THE Kayla’s phone to get answers. Kayla son. Keating Centre has two rounds of On August 25, the Novas have an BEAUTIFUL reluctantly helped Stefan. Tripp Training camp is open to all Ban- fitness testing at 4:45 p.m. and 5:15 exhibition game against the Cou- Katie, Thorne, Sally and Wyatt questioned Ciara’s motives for ask- tam-aged players for the 2018-2019 p.m. and two training camps at 6 gars at 3 p.m. at the Keating Centre. ran into each other at the Bikini ing Ben to move in with them. Kate hockey season that are members of p.m. and 7 p.m. The Novas also have an exhibition Beach. Steffy broke down before the Antigonish Minor Hockey As- On August 18, there will be a de- game at Centre 200 on August 26 at pulled a gun on Ted! THIS WEEK: admitting to Liam that she saw him sociation, Strait-Richmond Minor fenseman training camp at 8 p.m., 1:30 p.m. That game is also against Hope was furious when she Hockey Association, or the Cape a goalie training camp at 9 p.m., a the Cougars. propose to Hope. Liam returned learned Ben hasn’t left town. Steve Breton West Minor Hockey Associ- camp for forwards and goalies at The Novas will host a pair of Steffy’s ring. The two, though both had a surprise for Adrienne. ation. 10 p.m., two practices at noon and 1 practices and fitness session on Au- hurting over their breakup, came to For full details on all training p.m., and a game at 6 p.m. That’s all gust 28 (5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.) and on the conclusion that they must set camp sessions and registration at the Keating Centre. August 29 (2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.) at a good example for Kelly. Brooke GENERAL HOSPITAL please visit www.novahockey.ca. On August 19, practices take the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. Griffin was reluctant. Scott apolo- On August 15, the Charles V. place at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with On August 30, the Novas have an and Ridge made love. Katie must gized. Jason had a theory. Elizabeth Keating Centre will be the site of a a game at 6 p.m. at the Keating Cen- exhibition game against the Rang- cut her date with Thorne short was horrified. Josslyn was annoyed. training camp (registration, 4 p.m.; tre. ers in East Hants at 7 p.m. The No- when Will’s babysitter called in Kiki was on edge. Alexis stated the fitness testing 5 p.m., and training On August 21, 22, 23, fitness ses- vas also have an exhibition game sick. Katie manipulated Bill into camp 6 p.m.). sions and team practices take place on August 31 against the Truro facts. Franco apologized. Elizabeth watching Will for the night, so she On August 16, the Charles V. Keat- at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. respectively Bearcats (venue TBA). understood. Valentin was shocked. and Thorne might continue their Sonny got an unexpected visit. romantic evening. Steffy led a busi- Alexis was cautious. Sam was asked ness meeting to inform the team to do a favor. Griffin was stunned. at Forrester Creations about their Franco was furious. Joss apologized new business plan. Katie and Bill to Sonny. Stella offered her condo- shared lingering feelings from their lences. Michael’s emotions got the past and hashed out old emotions. best of him. Jordan felt betrayed. Bill came to terms with the choices Elizabeth shared her concerns. he has made. Steffy let the women Bobbie voiced her concerns. Sonny at Forrester know why they’re took Julian aside. Alexis got terrible valued. Thorne and Bill shared a news. THIS WEEK: Nina lost her tense moment. Bill made an effort temper. Drew questioned a series to connect with Will, but Will’s not of coincidences. very interested. Liam and Hope were optimistic about their future THE YOUNG AND and hopeful about what’s ahead of them. Katie gave Bill parenting THE RESTLESS Lily struggled to come to terms advice when he called her about with her part in Hilary’s death Will. Bill interrupted Katie and while Cane took a more active Thorne’s romantic night when he approach. He went to see Devon, arrived unannounced to bring Will asking him to speak at Lily’s sen- home. Hope invited Steffy to her tencing, but his plan backfired wedding with Liam. When Liam when Devon revealed that he ATHLETE asked Wyatt to be his Best Man, plans to ask the judge to give Lily Wyatt gave Liam and earful. Steffy OF THE the harshest sentence possible. agreed to come to the wedding ATHLETE Determined not to let Lily face jail WEEK but asked if she could bring a plus time, Cane made a drastic decision, OF THE one…Taylor! Aghast to learn that buying plane tickets to Australia Hope invited Steffy and Taylor the and making plans for his family to WEEK wedding, Brooke attempted to con- flee the country. Sharon assembled vince Hope to uninvite them. Steffy her bridal party and began to plan called Ridge, concerned about what photo by Chris West her wedding, but tensions rose, might happen now that Taylor has the Chedabucto Curling Club held its annual chicken BBQ at its Boylston location on August 5. leading to arguments among the left to meet Brooke. Brooke at- Preparing to flip the racks to get the chickens prepared to perfection for the culinary delight Causeway bridesmaids. Sharon also remained of the participants are the Curling Chefs (front left clockwise) Jim Muise, George Luddington, tempted to remain calm during her concerned about Nick and worried Brian MacDonald ( lead cooker) and Don Armstrong. eleCtriCal conversation with Taylor but broke that she’s marrying someone she Causeway when Taylor insulted Hope. THIS supplies ltd. doesn’t know anymore. Victoria WEEK: Hope convinced Liam eleCtriCal worried about the safety of their that inviting Steffy’s the right secret, especially when she learned supplies ltd. thing to do. Steffy leaned on her that Nate has become her mother’s father for support of her choices. Tryouts for Cabot Highland- private doctor. Nikki encouraged Victoria to relax, but she made her ers Minor Midget AAA Team DAYS OF OUR LIVES distrust of Nate clear and remained Abigail had a tense confrontation determined to keep her walls up. with Stefan. Steve confronted Kayla Ashley and Kyle tried to convince PORT HAWKESBURY: A new Minor landers organization,” Grant said. “I am about the secret she’s been keep- Phyllis to help them stop Billy’s Midget AAA team established in the a big supporter of the Nova Scotia Mi- ing. Kate had a dream involving quad counties is preparing for the 2018- nor Midget League and look forward to plans, but Phyllis refused, insisting 2019 hockey season. focusing on player development. Having Andre. Will and Sonny conferred that she’s loyal to her man. Lauren’s The Cabot Highlanders will welcome a team based out of Port Hawkesbury about how to get the money to pay patience also began to grow thin, players aged 15-16 years from the minor will benefit so many young players in off Ted. Abigail was upset to find and she considered hiring Michael hockey associations in Strait-Richmond, the surrounding area,” said Grant. Chad and Gabi in a close moment. to end her partnership with Jabot. Cape Breton West, Antigonish, and The Cabot Highlanders also welcome David Paupin and the Paul accused Sonny of having an Kyle’s determination to bring Billy Canso. The Cabot Highlanders are look- David Cusack of Antigonish as assistant PortPetit Hawkesbury’s de Grat Red Sasha Caps are affair with Will! Will exposed Ted’s ing forward to an exciting season with a coach. Cusack has almost a decade of nursingRepko took a seven-gametwo silver medals win - down continued to grow, especially for her efforts in track and field strong coaching staff on the bench. coaching experience, starting as an as- ningDavid streak Paupin in RABA play.and Thethe scheme to a stunned Kate. Eve and when he saw how aggressively Head Coach Donnie Grant of Antigon- sistant coach with the Bantam AA Bull- atPetit the Specialde Grat Olympic Red Caps Canada are Jennifer had a showdown. Jennifer Summer’s pursuing him. THIS team2018 Summeris currently Games. seated She just ish spent the 2017-18 season as the head dogs for two seasons, one season with nursing a seven-game win- was tempted to confess all to Eric. behindhelped teamthe LittleNova ScotiaAnse toHawks WEEK: Meanwhile, Phyllis and coach of the Newbridge Academy Major the Royals and then five seasons as the ningand streak Inverness in RABA Athletics play. asThe Eve encouraged Brady to forgive Jack discovered that Summer set Bantam team. head coach of the Midget AA Bulldogs. second in both the 4x100 M teamRelaythe numberandis currently the 400 three M seated Run. team She justin Victor. An angry Kate forced Ted to them up, and Jack admitted that In 2016-17, he was an assistant coach Cusack was coach of the year in the behindalso managed the Little a third Anse in the Hawks 100 with the Calgary Mustangs of the Al- Cape Breton league in the 2015 and 2017 the local league. choose between her and the money. his feelings for Phyllis never went Mand Run, Inverness a fourth in Athletics the 4x400 M as berta Junior Hockey League. Grant pre- seasons. Paul confronted Will over his away. Phyllis gently shut Jack Relay,theWE numberCAN and competedSUPPLY three ALL in team the YOUR 200 in viously played two years with the Cape Tryouts begin August 28 at the Port lies. Gabi continued to manipu- down, and Jack shifted his focus MELECTRICAL Run.the local REQUIREMENTS league. Breton West Islanders in the provincial Hawkesbury Civic Centre. It will be a VISIT US SOON! 154108 late Abigail and Chad. 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WeDNeSDAY AUGUST 15 • Suppertime Pub – Celtic Music Centre – Judique – 6:00pm SUNDAY SepTeMBeR 2 CHETICAMP (Ecole NDA School) – 9:00pm – Music by TIM MACISAAC • Annual Boat Poker Run – River Bourgeois Floating Docks Wednesday, August 29, 3:00 - 6:30 pm – River Bourgeois – Registration - 10:00am - rain date – ThURSDAY AUGUST 16 September 3rd or 8th INVERNESS (Inverness Academy) • The Discovery Center on the Road – Port Hawkesbury • Community Breakfast – Royal Canadian Legion BR # 150 Thursday, August 16 & 30, 3:30 - 7:00 pm Branch Library – Port Hawkesbury - 10:00am – for more – Arichat – 8:00am – 11:00am info call 902-747-2597 WHYCOCOMAGH (Education Centre) CoMMUNITY NoTICeS Wednesday, August 22, 4:00 - 7:00 pm FRIDAY AUGUST 17 • Canso Regatta – Canso – August 12th – 19th - for more • The Summer Student Closing – Point Tupper Museum – Point info visit https://cansoregatta.ca/ This library service is free to the public. Everyone is wel- Tupper – 2:00pm – 4:00pm • Guysborough Intervale Community Days – Guysborough – come. • Isle Madame Bluegrass and Old Time Music Festival – Gas- August 24th – August 26th - all day events ton LeBlanc Memorial Ballfield – Janvrin’s Island – for more • Queensport Mackerel Derby and Picnic – Queensport – STRAIT AReA WoMeN’S pLACe info call DIMA – 902-226-1978 August 25th – August 26th - all day events For more information on SAWP events, please call 902-625- • Fish Fry Supper – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 150 – 1614. Arichat – 4:30pm – 7:00pm Sunday’s • Chase the Ace – Royal Canadian Legion, Br.#43 - Port Lunch & Learn – Tuesdays from 12:00pm – 1:00pm SATURDAY AUGUST 18 Hawkesbury – 3:00pm - 5:00pm Creative Circle – Bring your own craft project (quilting, music, • Isle Madame Bluegrass and Old Time Music Festival – Gas- • Mini-Cribbage Card Play - Mulgrave Legion - 1:00pm knitting, painting, poetry, weaving, etc…) ton LeBlanc Memorial Ballfield – Janvrin’s Island – for more • Progressive 45 Card Plays - Royal Canadian Legion Branch Women’s Wellness Clinic - Strait Area Women’s Place is ex- info call DIMA – 902-226-1978 081 Guysborough - multiple Cookie Jars - 50/50 - 7:30pm. cited to offer a wonderful partnership for a Women’s Well- • Adult Dance – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47 – St. Pe- Mondays ness Clinic with Nurse Practitioner Bonnie Samson Gagnon. ter’s – 9:00pm – 1:00am – Music by JOHN DRAKES • Bingo Judique Community Centre – Judique - 8:00pm - 10 Please phone us at 625-1614 to schedule your appointment. games of $100.00 - Jackpot of $300.00 - 2 winner takes Walking Warriors - Move your muscles in this recreational SUNDAY AUGUST 19 1/2 -winner takes all - Toonie Jar. therapy walking program. We will meet at the Port Hawkes- • KOC Brunch – Judique Community Centre – Judique – Tuesdays bury Civic Centre. 10:30am – 12:30pm • 45 Card Games - St. Georges Channel Hall 7:30 pm - Guided Meditation - Start your morning’s right by dropping • Kitchen Party – St. Francis Harbour Hall – St. Francis Har- more info call 902-345-0495. in for a brief meditation. bour – 2:00pm – contact Patsy – 902-533-3957 or Ruby • Canso Lions TV Bingo - 6:00pm - play at the Lions Club or Escape the Heat Trivia - Take a break from the summer sun- -902 -533-2769 on Cable 6 shine and join us for some fun and educational trivia. • Isle Madame Bluegrass and Old Time Music Festival – Gas- • TOPS Meetings Port Hawkesbury Chapter - St Joseph Team Building Thursday - Participate in this weekly workshop ton LeBlanc Memorial Ballfield – Janvrin’s Island – for more Church - 6:00pm - for info call or email - Jenny MacDonald to become an improved team member. info call DIMA – 902-226-1978 902 872-1861 - [email protected] or Marie - 902- Movie Screening - Stop by to view a carefully selected film, • Codstock Family Day – Arichat Waterfront – LeNoir Land- 625-3501 followed by an in depth discussion of current issues. ing – 11:30am – 4:00pm - includes several activities Wednesday’s Writing Remedy: Poetic Journaling - An opportunity to heal • Communion Service – Fulton Presbyterian Church – Mal- • 45 CARD PLAY 7:30 pm at the Mulgrave Legion via creative writing. agawatch – 2:30pm Thursday’s Trauma Therapy by Appointment - A free therapy based • Bingo with special games - cookie jar - 50/50 - The Royal program in partnership with AWRC’s Clinical Therapist Pam MoNDAY AUGUST 20 Canadian Legion Branch 81- Guysborough - 7:30pm. Ruben. Please phone 902-863-6221to book, or call SAWP • Ceilidh in the Park - Central Park Main Street - Port Hood, • Port Hawkesbury Therapeutic Touch Practice Group meets at 902-625-1614. 7:00pm -8:00pm – entertainment DAN DOIRON every 2nd and 4th Thurs - 5:30pm - 7:00pm - Evergreen Bingo - Join us for a social event that reduces isolation in our Seniors Club - Free treatments - Contact Natasha - napolo@ rural area and brings cheer to all who participate. WeDNeSDAY AUGUST 22 seasidehighspeed.com • Suppertime Pub – Celtic Music Centre – Judique – 6:00pm Friday’s All events are free of charge and all women are welcome! – 9:00pm – Music by JEREMY WHITE • 45 CARD PLAY - 8:00pm – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47 - St. Peter’s Legion FRIDAY AUGUST 24 • Friday Night Jukebox Socials – Royal Canadian Legion, • Annual Milling Frolic and Square Dance – Johnstown Parish Branch 43 - Port Hawkesbury - 10:00pm - 1:00am - Free Hall – Johnstown – 7:00pm – 1:00am – Square Dance Cover Sunny days in Port Hood begins at 9:00pm Saturday’s • 45 CARD GAMES - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 - SATURDAY AUGUST 25 Port Hawkesbury - 2:00pm - 4pm. • Sherbrooke Village Motorcycle Rally that Gives – Early • D’Escousse Mixed Dart League - to register phone - Arthur Registration, Friday at 6:00pm – Courthouse in Sherbrooke - 902-302-8685 – Brent - 902-631-2042 - Alfred - 902- Village – for more info contact Norah – 902-867-4500 ext 631-0437 4419/4157 • Breakfast - Evergreen Club - Port Hawkesbury - 8:30am - • Adult Dance – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47 – St. Pe- 11:30am - last Saturday of each month. ter’s – 9:00pm – 1:00am – Music by MAKIN’ U DANCE • Richmond County Literacy Network ‘s weekly family read- ing circles - St. Peter’s Library - 1:30pm -3:30pm - ages 0-8 SUNDAY AUGUST 26 years - for more info call 902-587-3128, 902-236-0383. • Coro Cantabile Concert – Calvin Presbyterian Church – Loch Lomond – 3:00 pm • Cash and Merchandise Bingo – Tara Lynne Center – River eastern Counties Regional Library will be visiting: Bourgeois – 1:45pm JUDIQUE (Community Centre) Wednesday, August 8, 4:00 - 7:00 pm MoNDAY AUGUST 27 • Ceilidh in the Park - Central Park Main Street - Port Hood, ST. 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20 The RepoRTeR August 15, 2018 ClAssifieds Judique Community Centre Novema Novema Prayer to the Blessed Virgin: NOVENA TO ST. JUDE \ Weekly Draw (Never known to fail) Holy St. Jude, Apostle, Mar- Oh most beautiful flower of tyr, great in virtue and rich Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, in Miracles, dear kinsman of July 02 Lawrence Macdonald, Judique splendor of Heaven, Blessed Jesus Christ, faithful Inter- Mother of the Son of God, cessor to all who invoke your July 09 Charolette Rankin, Judique Immaculate Virgin, assist me special patronage in time of July 16 Earl Watts, Port Hood in my necessity. Oh Star of need, to you I have recourse for rent wanted the Sea, help me and show from the depth of my heart July 23 Arlene MacEachern, Judique me you are my Mother, Oh and humbly beg to whom FOR RENT: 2 Bedroom Apart- WANTED: OLD TUBE AUDIO Holy Mary, Mother of God, God has given such a great ments in Mulgrave from EQUIPMENT. 40 years or July 30 Richie & Maria Moran, Port Hood Queen of Heaven and earth, power to come to my assis- 155387 I humbly beseech you from $430-$500 per month. Some older. Amplifiers, Stereo, Re- tance. Help me in my present the bottom of my heart to and urgent petition. In re- units completely renovated. cording and Theatre Sound succor me in my necessity turn, I promise to make your Call 1(902)227-5624. Equipment. Hammond Or- (make request). There are name known and cause you gans, any condition. CALL Royal Canadian Legion, N.S. Br.#43 none that can withstand your o be invoked. Say three Our FOR RENT: Two story, fully Toll- Free 1-800-947-0393. 303 Reeves Street, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia B9A 2R6 power. Oh Mary conceived Fathers, three Hail Marys furnished House in Grand without sin, pray for us who and three Glorias. Publi- Anns $2500 per month, $2500 The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #43, have recourse to thee (three cation must be promised. damage deposit. Phone 780- steel Port Hawkesbury is looking to hire a times). Holy Mary, I placed St. Jude, pray for us and all 713-9508 this prayer in your hands who invoke your aid. Amen. buildings Casual Bartender, with the potential for a (three times). Say this prayer This Novena has never been Rooms for Rent for non- STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE Full Time Position at a later date. for three consecutive days known to fail. W.P. smoking construction work- ... “SUMMER OVERSTOCK Please drop off Resumes at the Legion and then you must publish it ers. 902-625-0154. and it will be granted to you. SALE - BLAZING HOT DEALS!” after 3pm daily, before closing date Grateful thanks A.G. Commercial or Storage space 20X21 $5,845. 25X27 $6,588. of Friday, August 17th. Available. For more informa- 30X31 $9,564. 33X35 $9,833. tion call 902- 227-5331 35X35 $11,955. End Wall In- Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #43, cluded. Pioneer Steel 1-855- 303 Reeves Street, 154779 212-7036. Port Hawkesbury, N.S. B9A 2R6 for sale Jobs Branch Phone: 902-625-2732 [email protected] Jobs For Sale: Newly renovated Fax Number: 902-625-6038 [email protected] Jobs 3 bedroom house in Louis- dale, surveyed and migrated. Priced for quick sale. call can be found 902-227-7710 SAWMILLS from only $4,397 online - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own band- porthawkesburyreporter.com mill - Cut lumber any di- mension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www. NorwoodSamills.com/400OT 1-800-567-0404 Ext:400OT.

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August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 21 MacLennan-Dunphy to Obituary Thank You Thank You The family of the late Wil- read from It is with heavy hearts the family The family of the late Sharon liam Macdonald would like of Ernest Josime Burke regret to MacPherson would like to to thank Minister Nan Corri- announce his passing on Monday, extend a gracious thank you gan and John Greene for the Never Speak of This Again August 6th, 2018, at his residence, to all of our family, friends, graveside service. Thank you Richmond Villa (formerly River acquaintances and the com- to Edna Casey for playing the munity for welcoming us INVERNESS: On August 19, newly published local Bourgeois), at the age of 94. bag pipes. We would also author Brenda MacLennan-Dunphy will read from her Ernest, born April 3rd, 1924, he back home to say our last like to thank everyone who was the son of the late Joseph good-byes to Sharon, with gave memorial donations in first novel Never Speak of This Again at the Inverness P. and Clara (Landry) Burke. all of you embracing us dur- William’s name. Thank you County Center for the Arts. The event runs from 2 p.m. He will be dearly missed by his ing our greatest time of need. to all the UCW Ladies for to 5 p.m. children Anna, Basil (Linda), Rita This has been by far the most the lovely lunch. Thank you People may be aware of MacLennan-Dunphy’s past (Michel), Anita (Rejean), Bernard difficult thing we have had to to all those who attended the work through her plays John Archie and Nellie, The do as a family. Your support, (Darlene); his grandchildren graveside Service. Weddin Dance, Displacement and The Reiteach. love and encouragement has Thank you from William’s Gaston, Danny (Robynn), Kyle been amazing and an over- The novel, based around the story of John Archie and (Shannon), Jason, Sally (Jordan), Julia, Beverlee (Chris), Phillip wife, Marge and his brothers whelming show of support and sisters Nellie, begins with Nellie’s story, and follows her to Bos- (Lindsay); great-grandchildren Charlotte & Jack, and step for all of us. A special thanks ton where she deals with her “trouble.” great grand-children Harrison and Elyse. He is also survived to all of you who made phone MacLennan-Dunphy will be joined in the afternoon by siblings; Margaret, Irene, Mary, Theresa, Emily, Roderick, calls , sent text messages, John, and Richard. The family is comforted to know that he is by two other local authors who are also in the Potters- stopped by with food, cards, Thank You field Press catalogue this year, Anne Levesque and reunited with his loving wife of fifty-two years, Mary B. As well special memories and stories. as his predeceased siblings; Vitus, Alex, Anthony, Freddie, Eddie, Recognition and thanks to Frank Macdonald. Raymond and Anna. Ernest made a living with his carpentry and those at Haverstock’s Funeral Levesque and Macdonald will read a sample of their farming. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially Home for your dedicated works, and Lisa Cameron, a local singer-songwriter and when a crib or crokinole game was involved. He also spent help and professionalism the actor who played Nellie in the play, will sing as well. numerous hours expressing his creative side with his wood with everything that needed Alice Freeman from the Bear Paw Gift Shop will be carvings and folk art creations, many of which are spread among care, we greatly appreciate it. on site with books to sell. family and friends. He was well known for his green thumb and To the clergy of St. Joseph’s Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. the fruits of his labors are still evident at the home he shared with Parish especially Father Con- Mary B and their children, in River Bourgeois. Visitation took rad for your very personal MacLennan-Dunphy will also be at the Indigo Store place Friday from 2-4 & 6-9 pm, at River Bourgeois Visitation and sincere nature as you in the Antigonish Mall on Wednesday, August 16 from 1 Parlor. Funeral Mass was held, Saturday at 1 pm in the St. John met with our family. You de- p.m. to 3 p.m. for a book signing. the Baptist Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Antolin Asor livered a very moving, hope presiding; burial to follow in the Parish Cemetery. The family filled message that spoke would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Richmond to the hearts of all in atten- Wally Ellison Villa for their exceptional care and for making the Villa feel dance. To the ladies auxiliary October 1936 - July 2018 like his home. We would also like to extend our thanks to the of St Joseph’s, many thanks On behalf of my family and Strait Richmond and St. Martha’s hospitals. In lieu of flowers the for the beautiful luncheon Wally’s children, Jamie and family asks that you make donations to the Richmond Villa, St. that was thoroughly enjoyed Marilyn; I want to express Martha’s or Strait Richmond hospitals. Funeral Arrangements and much appreciated. my sincere gratitude to all are under the direction of Green’s Funeral Home, Port Please continue to remember who offered condolences for Hawkesbury. Messages to the family may be conveyed at www. Sharon and celebrate her life, Wally’s recent passing. To all greensfuneralhome.ca never forgetting the treasure who visited, sent cards, flow- she was and will always ers and to all who brought remain in our countless food to our house, to the memories. She was and will funeral home, and to the always be our beautiful , reception; Thank you all so Rose Of Sharon! very, very much. A very spe- Love, Bill cial thank you to the doctors Children: Amanda, Cari, and staff at the Strait Rich- Chuckie and Crista, and mond Hospital, for all the Family care and compassion given Wally during his final days. To Father Duncan MacIsaac for his visits and the beauti- ful service at Wally’s funeral. To the servers, pallbearers, Martin Marietta Materials is currently accepting and to Tina Howlette for the preparation of the church. applications for the following position at our To Adam Cook for the beau- quarry in Aulds Cove, Nova Scotia: tiful presentation and leader- ship of the choir and to Neil McDaniel for his rendition of “Wild Mountain Tyme”. Mobile Mechanic The pipers Keith MacDon- ald and Joe MacMaster and fiddler Kyle MacDonald. I Under the immediate direction of the Mobile Maintenance Foreman, the Mobile believe Wally smiled at such Contributed photo Mechanic must have an in-depth knowledge of repairs and maintenance of diesel a beautiful send off. To the Brenda Maclennan-dunphy will read from her book ladies of the West Bay Rd engines, hydraulics, electrical, power transmissions, brakes, drivelines and other Never speak of this Again at the inverness County Center Auxiliary for organizing and for the Arts on August 19. automotive systems. e incumbent is responsible for performing top level repairs on serving a beautiful reception. mobile equipment, including but not limited to; haul trucks, loaders, excavators as well Last but not least, to Norma and Ashley (CH Boudreau as working on both mobile and  xed plant equipment. Funeral Home) for their assistance, caring and pro- fessionalism. Your help was Responsibilities include but are not limited to: “immeasurable”. Once again, • Maintains a safe work environment and adheres to all safety rules and regulations to everyone who assisted in Memoriam Don’t Forget anyway, you made that fi- • Troubleshoots equipment In loving memory of nal day bearable; anything Marguerite Jane O’Toole • Performs installations, examinations, replacements or repairs to components and is possible with the help and Who passed away on August equipment as needed love of family and friends. 19, 1991 God Bless • Performs data entry on services performed Greatly missed along life’s • Delivers technical advice to mobile equipment operators way • Demonstrates good knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures Memoriam Quietly remembered every • Assists with training co-workers as needed day In loving memory of No longer in our lives to • Performs general clean-up of work areas Donnie Burt share • Follows safety policies and procedures as written But in our hearts you’re Support your Always remembered, always there • Performs other duties as required Never forgotten. local food Daughters: Helen, Hilda and banks! 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the good folks from Love Me Fish & Lobster visited Port Hood to show off their parade float, one of the longest on record.

Paul Marcott was riding shotgun in the Home Hardware entry to the Chestico Parade.

Cookery from glencoe station was a highlight during Chestico Days.

Photos by grant McDaniel The Clove Hitch was well represents during Chestico Days.

Dan MacDonald was riding shotgun for the Cape Breton West Islanders. Tri-Mac Toyota came out for Chestico Days. porthawkesburyreporter.com August 15, 2018 The RepoRTeR 23 Good times on Marble Mountain

photos by Corrine MacLean Festival fun took place on Marble Mountain on sunday with the Family Fun Day taking place at the wharf and beach.

Photo by Corrine MacLean A lovely view high above the action in Marble Mountain.

the good folks from Elderdog Canada made an appearance in Marble Mountain.

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