DCVI DRAMA GOES VIRTUAL PAGE 6 BIA SHARES LOVE MESSAGE PAGE 9 St. Marys Independent 36 Water St. S., St. Marys ON | 519.284.0041 | [email protected] | www.stmarysindy.com Issue #1040 Thursday, February 4, 2021 FREE AWD RAV4 JUST $144 B.W. Black’s Financial Services 2016 Toyota Rav4 All wheel drive, auto, air, heated seats, Black’s Financial Services *All rates subject to change without notice* Call us for details 519.284.1340 bluetooth, backup camera, power options, cruise, keyless TERM GIC GIC INSURED and more, clean 1 owner vehicle with brand new brakes Are you taking advantage of the TFSA? 1 year 0.92 *All rates subject Prices /payment plus tax and license, payment over 84 months 1 YR 0.71 - 3 YR 1.02 - 5 YR 1.43 3 years 1.30 to change without at 6.74% o.a.c. ( 5.99% available for 72 mo's or less) For more products and 5 years 1.50 notice* $ $ Financial Advice call us today! 143 b.w. 20,495 + HST 519.284.3308 Picture St. Marys: Past and Present Thorndale students RIVER VALLEY Have some lockdown fun with Museum’s photo challenge return to school; St. Marys continues THANK YOU at-home learning By Spencer Seymour, Local Journalism Initiative Re- ESSENTIAL porter An announcement on Thursday from the Ontario WORKERS! Ministry of Education brought mixed emotions in our area with regards to the return-to-school plan Let's all do our for local students. The Thames Valley District School Board and Lon- part & social don District Catholic School Board were among the nine school boards in Ontario that were approved distance! by the OME to return to in-person learning for el- ementary students effective Monday, February 1, 2021. Secondary students will return to classes on 519.225.2329 Thursday, February 4, which coincides with the be- ginning of Quadmester Three. St. Marys Mayor Al Strathdee recreates a photo of then-mayor Clifton Brown on Local schools which form part of the TVDSB are his Penny Farthing bicycle during the 1978 Homecoming Parade. In the back- www.rivervalleygolfandtube.com A. J. Baker Public School in Kintore, West Nissouri ground of both photos is St. Marys resident Bob Doupe. Public School in Thorndale, Zorra Highland Park Fight cabin fever and learn about our The winner will be announced on Public School in Embro, Thamesford Public School, local history this month via a fun con- Monday, March 1. Wilberforce Public School in Lucan, Tavistock Pub- lic School, and Hickson Central Public School. test from the St. Marys Museum. Submissions will be accepted any Simply visit Picture St. Marys, the St. time during the month of February In total, the TVDSB is comprised of over 150 schools Marys Museum’s online photo col- and will be uploaded to the Facebook in and around the City of London. lection, and recreate any photo as album as they are received. The ear- The Avon Maitland District School Board, which accurately or creatively as you wish! lier photos are received, however, the administers public school education in Huron and Email your photo to museum@town. larger the window of opportunity is to Perth Counties, was not among the school boards stmarys.on.ca, being sure to include earn reactions. approved to return to class at this time by the Min- the “Local Identifier” number listed “There are approximately 3,000 pho- istry of Education. with the original. tos on Picture St. Marys,” says Town of Many parents of students at local schools such as Submitted photos will be uploaded to St. Marys Cultural Services Supervi- St. Marys D.C.V.I., Little Falls Public School, Down- a Facebook album on the Museum’s sor Amy Cubberley. “It’s an incredible ie Central Public School, and South Perth Centen- Facebook page, and the creator of the archive of our town and this contest is nial Public School expressed surprise and, in many photo with the most likes/positive re- a fun way for residents to explore our instances, frustration at the decision for AMDSB actions will win a $25 gift certificate town's history.” Cubberley adds that schools to remain at home while TVDSB students to the St. Marys Museum Gift Shop. Continued on page 2 Continued on page 2
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MORTGAGE AGENT sorrow; it empties today of its strength." CELL: 519. 01.5155 - Corrie ten Boom .M he eWebber. a Need r a e he 2 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent COMMUNITY — Thorndale students Another Drug Bust by SPS return to school; St. Marys Street Crime Unit On Saturday, January 30 the Strat- for Possession of a Controlled Sub- continues at-home learning ford Police Service Street Crime stance and transported to Stratford Continued from page 1 the choosing of which school boards Unit, with the assistance of officers Police Headquarters. A search of the would return to class, but did empha- from Uniform Patrol, concluded a vehicle yielded one 30mg hydromor- would return to school. size that schools would implement project regarding the trafficking of phone tablet, 93.5 grams of cocaine, According to statistics posted online stronger masking protocols to include illegal substances in the Town of St. and a large amount of cash. The to- on January 31, 2021, there are 74 ac- grades 1-3, expand access to target- Marys and surrounding area. Short- tal street value of the seized drugs is tive cases of COVID-19 in the Hu- ed asymptomatic testing, and ensure ly before 8:00 p.m. the Stratford Po- approximately $9,410. Both accused ron Perth Public Health district. At stricter screening protocols. lice stopped a vehicle in the Town have been charged with two counts of St. Marys, with the two accused of Possession of a Controlled Sub- the same time, there were 1,680 ac- “The government agrees with the tive cases of COVID-19 being tracked persons inside. The driver was iden- stance and one count of Possession growing consensus in the medical tified as a 51-year-old male resident of a Controlled Substance for the through the Middlesex-London community that returning students to Health Unit. of St. Marys, while the passenger was Purpose of Trafficking. The female in-person learning is essential to the identified as a 30-year-old female accused was released from custody Thursday’s announcement from Min- wellbeing, development and mental resident of Woodstock. They were on an Undertaking, while the male ister of Education Stephen Lecce did health of children,” said Lecce. both placed under arrest at that time was held for a bail hearing. not include detailed rationale behind Picture St. Marys: Past and Present HPHA declares COVID-19 outbreak Continued from page 1 to COVID guidelines and only submit photos of their own household, and at Stratford General Hospital over the contest coincides with Ontario to social distance while outdoors. Ad- An outbreak of COVID-19 at the Hu- No patients acquired the virus while Heritage Week (February 15-21) and ditionally, please do not trespass on ron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) in hospital. As there have been no Canadian Heritage Day on Monday, private property or attempt to recre- - Stratford General Hospital has been further cases, the Inpatient Surgery February 15. ate any of the more daring photos in declared over by Huron Perth Pub- Unit has been reopened to admis- Even though the contest is virtual, the archive. lic Health. The outbreak had been sions and transfers. Family and Care- participants are reminded to adhere declared on the Inpatient Surgery giver Presence on the Unit has also Unit on January 15, 2021 after three been restored. Full guidelines can be staff tested positive. “Upon declaring found on our website at www.hpha.ca. How to Listen to st. Marys radio the outbreak, immediate precautions “While this outbreak is over, we can’t were implemented, including en- stress enough the importance of con- Step 1. Go to www.stmarysradio.com hanced cleaning and prevalence test- tinuing to follow public health mea- 2. Click play on the online player ing in 100 staff and physicians,” says sures and adhering to the province’s Andrew Williams, President & CEO. Stay-at-Home Order,” adds Williams.
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St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 3 COMMUNITY — St. Marys joins together for a cause that can't be ignored By Alex Hunt it just warms my heart so much that people are On February 20th, it’s time to walk and support recognizing each other and reaching out to help those who are unable to enjoy the warmth of a each other, it’s so humbling.” home during the frigid months of winter, as the A portion of the overwhelming success has been Coldest Night of the Year (“CNOY”) fundraiser attributed to increased use of social media, which comes to St. Marys. Organized by The St. Marys was used as a platform to garner more attention Community Committee of Perth-Huron United from the community in response to the pandemic Way, CNOY sheds light on issues of mental health, affecting individuals that are all having a relat- poverty, and homelessness. The fundraiser aims able impact. to bring the community together to support vul- “Maybe not necessarily seen before in our commu- nerable Canadians and grant them the gift of a nity, with families struggling and mental health. I brighter future. think that we’re all just like, yeah that's me and Individuals who take part in the fundraiser can we put ourselves in someone else’s shoes”, said physically or virtually walk to raise funds to sup- Edney. port those in need. St. Marys has made a goal to The accumulating donations have caused addi- reach $20,000 in donations before the date of the tional walkers to join the effort in raising aware- walk. However, the donation results have been ness in the community, which has been a prom- overwhelmingly positive as the community has inent aspect in the cause. “It’s about building surpassed expectations and plans to reach be- awareness that the need is out there,” said Toni yond the original goal. With 22 days left at the McLean, community services member at the Ro- time of writing this article, fundraising was al- tary Club of St. Marys. “I think sometimes, we can ready built up to $18,000. “I think it’s going to be a feel sheltered in this small community and not great success,” said president-elect John McGarry having an understanding that there are a great of the Rotary Club of St. Marys, “We should raise deal of individuals in need right here in our com- well in excess of our goal of $20,000”. munity.” Leslie Edney With the high number of donations coming from Through events such as CNOY, St. Marys strives St. Marys, the community is determined to inspire co-chair of the United Way’s St. Marys Commu- to be a shining example of a community that takes change and come together during these difficult nity Committee. “The heart of St. Marys is really care of each other. times. “I can’t stop smiling,” said Leslie Edney, showing now, working towards inclusiveness and 4 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent COMMENTARY — Overheard at the Co�ee Shop
Introducing new co-op Proudly sponsored by: in St. Marys student Alex Hunt 201 Queen St E, St. Marys, ON • (519) 284-4555 • OPEN 24 HOURS! At the St. Marys Independent we are pleased to welcome our new co-op student, Alex Hunt. Born and raised in Kitchener-Wa- Shop local because 'Once COVID is over" is Amazon won't terloo, Alex is a 25-year-old jour- sounding a lot like "when nalism student who is attending sponsor your kids the Leafs win the his final year at Conestoga Col- sports teams. Stanley Cup". lege. He will be working with the Independent between now and the end of April, accumulating practical work experience towards successful completion of his Jour- Have you heard something humorous around town that you think might be of interest to others? nalism Diploma at Conestoga. Either email them to us at [email protected] with the title "Overheard at The Coffee Shop", call 519-284-0041 or drop by the office to let us know! Due to COVID-19 protocols, Al- ex’s co-op term will be completed remotely from his home in Kitch- Bravo Boo ener-Waterloo. Still, he looks for- We have four Bravos this week. We have three Boos this week. ward to contributing to the Inde- pendent through conducting tele- (1) A sincere and heartfelt thank you (1) Boo goes to the “Karen” who calls phonic or email-based interviews, Alex Hunt to the employee or customer of the In- the police daily about kids skating dependent Grocery store for handing outdoors. They agree, let the kids have writing stories, and assisting with in my wallet, which I had left laying some fun editing of our weekly newspaper. articles describing archaeological finds and watching history docu- in my cart on Friday night. I was so (2) Boo to the owner of the somewhat Alex has always had a deep pas- mentaries. relieved on Saturday morning, when overweight Tabby cat, who lets the sion for stories. Movies, books and I called the Independent to find out poor animal out every evening be- “My passion of enjoying a good video games, anything that tells that my wallet had been turned in to tween 6-7 p.m. for the entire night, in a great story has always attract- story has led me towards the path the office. All of the contents were safe the Warner/Emily/Jones area. It is cru- and secure. Thank you very much. St. ed Alex’s eye. Some of his favor- of journalism, where real-life el to subject the poor animal to this, stories are told from the human Marys, The Town Worth Living In, for especially in the cold weather. If you ite books are: To Sleep in a Sea of sure. Stars, The Lord of the Rings and heart. My journalist career goal cannot look after the animal proper- (2) A big Bravo and thank you to Jon- ly, let someone else adopt it or hand it The Inheritance Cycle, while his is to achieve a lasting impact athon Reihl, a lovely young man, who over to the Humane Society. favourite film is Jurassic Park. through the stories that I write,” says Alex. noticed my flat tire on Tuesday and (3) Boo to the thoughtless snowmobil- He is also fascinated by ancient proceeded to pump it up for me. No history and loves to read various ers who drive over my front lawn and wonder I love this town. driveway on Thomas Street in the mid- (3) A Big Bravo to the Town of St. dle of the night. They not only drive Marys Public Works Employees for by my bedroom but this week they ran The St. Marys keeping our town roads clean and safe over a small cedar that I had planted. St. Marys Independent Independent during the winter months. We appreci- ate all of you! Great Job! 36 Water St. St. Marys, ON, PO Box 2310 N4X 1A2 THOUGHTS (4) A bravo and thank-you to everyone [email protected] OF THE WEEK who honked and sang for my son's Phone: 519.284.0041 Sponsored by: 4th Birthday, and a special thank you to the 'Bunnies' who hopped over and Publisher RADAR AUTO PARTS delivered a gift! Stewart Grant • [email protected] 395 Queen Street West Editor in Chief Vision is not seeing Frank Doyle • [email protected] *Please note all Boos and Bravos must be signed in order to Bravos and Boos are submitted by community members and do things as they are, be considered. not necessarily reflect the opinions of the St. Marys Independent Graphic Design / Layout but as they will be. Tyler Carruthers • [email protected] Heidi James, Realtor Sales Representative A good friend Sponsored 150 Queen Street East, St. Marys, ON • 519-274-2234 Stewart Grant [email protected] sees the first tear, by: • Coldwell Banker Homefield Legacy Realty, Brokerage Billing Administrator catches the second June Grant • [email protected] and stops the third. Administrative Assistant People who do the Quote of the Week Wendy Lamond • [email protected] world’s real work Contributors don’t usually wear “The information that we’re receiving is that the Province is expecting, and we’re getting this information from the Federal government as well, that once those issues Pat Payton, Rob Edney, Nancy Bickell, Mary Smith, Marvin Arthur, neckties. are corrected, we can expect a stable and predictable supply of vaccine. And once Nancy Abra, Lauren Eedy, Spencer Seymour, Maggie Richardson that happens, we’re certainly ready in Huron-Perth to get that vaccine into arms.” Never say anything - The Medical Officer of Health for Huron Perth Public Health Dr. Miriam facebook.com/stmarysindy twitter.com/stmarysindy unless it is kind, Klassen, says she believes the interruption in the supply of COVID-19 necessary and true. vaccines into Canada is temporary and will not have long term consequences. www.stmarysindy.com St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 5 COMMUNITY — Perth County Approves Stonetown 2021 Budget in Principle Crier At the regular meeting of Council on cellence; Community Development January 28, 2021, Perth County Coun- and Planning; and Corporate Sustain- Municipal information from the Town of St. Marys cil adopted the 2021 Capital and Op- ability. erating budgets in principle following Manager of Finance and Treasurer, budget presentations from staff. The Corey Bridges guided Council through Covid-19 Updates 2021 budget was adopted in principle the budget process. “We always make a Current Public Health Measures with a 3.49% increase to the levy in the concerted effort to balance the needs total amount of $17,109,458 - an ad- of the County today while also being St. Marys is under a stay at home order as part of the ditional $576,645 from 2020. The 2021 mindful to put actions in place to fur- taxable assessment in Perth County declaration of emergency announced by the Province ther fiscal sustainability for the re- of Ontario as of January 14. This is set to expire on from 2020 will cover 0.83% of the levy gion for the future.” Bridges said. “The with the remaining 2.66% being the 2021 budget has to be a responsible February 9, 2021, unless extended further. levy increase directly related without and progressive balance between The Municipal Operations Centre and Town Hall are the County’s 2020 Assessment Growth. supporting communities and regional closed for drop-ins. Prearranged appointments and drop- Warden Jim Aitcheson said, “I am partners and the need to continue de- box services will still be available. Please call happy that through a diligent review livering essential municipal services 519-284-2340 to book. Anyone entering any Town by County Council, we have worked during the pandemic.” facility must complete a COVID-19 screening form before together to approve a budget for the Interim CAO Lori Wolfe said, “We are entering. coming year that balances affordabili- pleased at Council’s support of the ty and continuing to deliver important 2021 budget. Staff are looking forward projects and services in Perth County.” to delivering on their ambitious work For more details on how this affects any Town services, The 2021 Budget was developed ac- plans while still adapting to regularly please visit our website. cording to the Annual Business Plans shifting pandemic circumstances.” Details: townofstmarys.com/covid19 presented by each division that fo- Perth County Council still needs to cused on supporting the County’s 5 Review Tax Policy for 2021, which de- A list of FAQs surrounding the current stay-at-home order key strategic planning goals that in- termines how each individual proper- is also available at our website. clude: Growth and Economic Devel- ty tax class will divide the total levy Details: townofstmarys.com/StayHomeFAQ opment; Regionalization and Service of $17,109,458 for the 2021 property Effectiveness; Customer Service Ex- tax year. A full explanation of the Provincewide Shutdown is available on the Province’s website. Details: news.ontario.ca Community Wellness Program We know that staying home is hard – especially after months of pandemic-related restrictions. If you’ve been asked to isolate or are doing so voluntarily, our Community Wellness Program can safely help you with your essential needs such as: • Hot and frozen meal delivery • Delivery of groceries and other essentials • Social connection calls and telephone reassurance • Virtual and telephone programming Our Community Wellness Program is available to everyone of all ages. If you find yourself in need, or know someone who is, please visit our website or call us to learn more. Details: townofstmarys.com/communitywellness or 519-284-3272 General Municipal Updates Job Opportunity! WE’RE HIRING! We are currently recruiting for a Financial Supervisor/ Deputy Treasurer. If you have a minimum of five years experience in finance and accounting, and a University Degree in Business Administration or Accounting, visit our website for more information. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2021. Details: townofstmarys.com/careers Contact us: 519-284-2340 | townofstmarys.com 6 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent LOCAL SCHOOLS — DCVI Drama class goes virtual with class play By Spencer Seymour, Local Journalism scoff. ran like a well-oiled machine, with challenges that presents. I was blown Initiative Reporter The comedic play, called "Every- the dialogue and character interac- away by what I saw because what I Adaptability is very valuable these one Gets Eaten By Sharks", centers tions almost always going without a saw has never been done before. days. With many working or learning around the premise that most people hitch. We'd like to recognize the highly tal- from home, many tasks have become will eventually be eaten by sharks. It I find high school performances fas- ented students who put on this show. more complicated or impossible to features Adventure Dan, shark expert cinating because the group involved The class includes Shawn Anwhatin; accomplish. You'd think one of those and discount-timeshare salesperson, always has a unique characteristic. Muhammad Arham Irfan; Austin Eidt; impossibilities would be a class play, touring you through shark-infested Sometimes it's subtle and involves Hannah Everett (Actor & Stage Man- but DCVI's Drama class recently put scenarios. Not only did the students more nuanced details of the per- ager); Kaylee Fowler; Kaitie Gratton; on their class play over a video call. defy my expectations that a play formers and their character portray- Matthew Gratton; Brayden Heaslip; You may have the same question could be done over a video call, they als, and sometimes it's painted in Aly James; Caitlynn Jantzi (Sound); I had; how can you put on a class hit a home run. Even typical issues neon colours. The latter was the case Aden Lindstrom; Sarah Lynch; Evan play over a video call? Surely this that come with video calls, such as here; their performance would have Lyons; Shaylyn Martin; Jayden Payne can't be done and certainly can't be lags causing moments of awkward been thoroughly impressive had it (Actor & Co-Director); Halley Robert- done well, for no other reason than silence, were virtually non-existent. been done in the normal classroom son; Gage Rowe; Hudson Seaton; Na- the fact it's not in-person. However, Timing is vital to keep the play run- setting. It was very well done. But than Switzer (Lights); Tucker Van Bol- at that notion, the students of Paula ning smoothly, and despite the mode then you remember that this is hap- huis; Emily Vink; and Ben Winchester Hurst-Foster's Drama class would over which they performed, the play pening over a video call with all the (Actor & Co-Director). Introducing Little Falls' new Principal, Jeremy Brock By Spencer Seymour lived in St. Marys for 17 years and af- arena. We see them at the grocery be different from everyone else. As a teacher, Jeremy Brock wanted ter leaving Huron County, he taught store." He sees that constant interac- There was no hesitation when asked his classroom to be a fun place, but in South Perth for several years be- tion as a way to build stronger rela- why education is his passion, "It's the he also knew how to hold students fore going to St. Marys DCVI in the tionships, which he believes is vital. people." He enjoys seeing students accountable in a way that made them 2012-2013 school year. In the eight According to Brock, Little Falls has excel and find a passion, and help better. As Principal of Little Falls years since DCVI, Brock has served a very good reputation within the make the hours at school some of Public School, he sees the opportuni- as a Vice-Principal in Seaforth and school board. The reason for that, as the best in a student's day. That con- ty to help spread his unique brand of Upper Thames, before being Princi- he sees it, is the staff and students, nects with what he hopes students positive energy to every classroom. pal in Milverton and a systems ad- both of whom he praised as "excel- can expect from Mr. Brock as Prin- ministrator for the Avon Maitland lent". He believes his responsibility, cipal, "Someone who's approachable. Brock was born and raised in Hu- District School Board. ron County, where he also started especially as he takes over from Erin Someone who has their best inter- his teaching career. He has two chil- With his hiring, all three schools in Cassone who was widely consid- ests in mind. I've always got a kids- dren, in grades 9 and 11, and his St. Marys have a St. Marys resident ered to be an excellent Principal, is first mentality because if the kids wife is an emergency nurse at Strat- as Principa, with Scott Richardson to continue the positive culture she weren't there, we wouldn't be there." ford General Hospital. She has been at St. Marys DCVI and Dan Gracey helped cultivate. He sees one of his For Brock, having kids feel appreci- there for three years after working at Holy Name. Brock spoke with the responsibilities being to "let kids ated, respected, and safe is the high- at St. Marys Memorial Hospital for Independent last week and said that see you not taking yourself too seri- est measure of success. Academic 12 years. The entire family is deeply one of the benefits he believes comes ously," citing an example of wearing success is fundamental but at leat rooted in St. Marys with his children from having a resident serving as the ugliest Christmas sweater or the as important to make sure that Little having attended school and playing Principal is the extra opportunity to most ridiculous hat on Spirit Days. Falls is producing good, responsible sports in St. Marys, and his wife also build relationships outside of school. This, in his eyes, helps kids become people, which is what Jeremy Brock having worked in St. Marys. He has "We see our families everywhere we more comfortable when they make a as Principal is ready to help do. go," he began. "We see them at the mistake or when they feel they may St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 7 COMMUNITY — St. Marys Town Council: Fire Hall update, Veterinary Purchasing expansion, and yard waste contract extension By Spencer Seymour, Local Journal- merged for the expansion include 10 should a building permit application to be given. ism Initiative Reporter Thames Road and 545 Queen Street be received, it will be reviewed un- Lastly, Jed Kelly from Public Works Grant Brouwer, Director of Building West, which add to their current der the normal application process. also spoke to Council regarding a and Development for the Town of St. property, 485 Queen Street West. The The council unanimously approved contract extension negotiation with Marys, called it a "good news" item at company also retains ownership of the site plan agreements. Barry's Handyman Service. The last Tuesday's St. Marys Town Coun- 509 Queen Street West (formerly Im- Just before the Vet Purchasing ap- business has handled curbside leaf cil meeting. perial Oil Lands), but that property proval, Brouwer also updated Coun- and yard waste collection in recent is not included in the development cil members on the fire hall reno- years and Town staff wants to extend Brouwer led the discussion on the proposal. proposed new site plan agreement vation. He said the new fire hall is that contract through next year so for Veterinary Purchasing Limited Also of note is the project being con- nearing completion and the hope that it is in line with the Town's sol- and their site expansion. According sidered essential amidst the pan- is that the keys will be given to fire id waste collection contract. Council to Brouwer, the company has merged demic. According to Chief Adminis- chief Richard Anderson by February approved a motion to direct Town several properties to create a larger trative Officer Brent Kittmer, it's the 12th. The plan as of the meeting was staff to negotiate a new contract ex- plot of land, which would allow them Town's understanding of the rules for the contractor to be off the site tension through 2022 for Barry's to expand their facilities and, by ex- that it's up to the builder to deter- by February 1st, allowing almost two Handyman Service. A two-year con- tension, expand their operations. mine if a project is essential, which, weeks for staff to put together every- tract extension with Nicholson Con- This consolidation of land was cited in this case, the builder has decid- thing requiring assembly and move crete to handle the Town's various as the main reason the project expe- ed that the project should be given furniture into place. Tours of the new sidewalk and curb works in 2021 and rienced some delays. The lands being essential status. This means that facility for firefighters are also going 2022 was also approved. Avon Maitland DSB welcomes new Superintendent Changes are coming to the Avon Maitland District School Board. Immersion and Special Education and has worked School Board’s senior team table. Since early Jan- “I am thrilled to welcome Laura to our senior team. to advocate for schools to improve achievement uary they have been actively recruiting for a Su- She brings excellent experience and evidence of and well-being for all students.” continued Walsh. perintendent of Education, given the announced progressive leadership that fosters a culture of retirement of Superintendent Jodie Baker in late trust and empowerment” said Dr. Lisa Walsh, Di- 2020. rector of Education. They had several excellent candidates for the po- Laura officially begins her assignment on Friday sitions but are happy to announce that Laura Ma- February 12, 2021. rotta will be joining the AMDSB team. She comes to Avon Maitland from the York Region District “Laura brings an extensive background in French
AD pet permit FINAL 20210125.indd 1 2021-01-27 3:19:43 PM 8 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent COMMUNITY — New infrastructure Expanded Eligibility funding coming to for Emergency
566 Queen St. E. • 519.284.4348 Perth-Wellington Child Care Through the Ontario Community Infrastructure The Ontario government has announced expand- Senior of the Week Fund (OCIF), Perth-Wellington will receive more ed eligibility for Emergency Child Care. New ad- than $6.9 million from the Ontario government to ditions to the list of those eligible for Emergency address local infrastructure needs in the riding. Child Care include: "Local municipalities have a partner in the prov- • Education staff who are required to report to ince," said Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pet- work in person while their children continue with tapiece. "These funds will be critical for building remote learning; and repairing roads, bridges, water and wastewa- • Grocery store and pharmacy workers; ter infrastructure." • Truck drivers; The investment of $6.9 million is divided among the 11 municipalities that comprise Perth-Wel- • Farmers and those who support food or agricul- lington. Per the recent press release, the Town of tural product supply chains; St. Marys will received $279,338, the Township of • Individuals involved in the collecting, transport- Perth South $146,262, and the City of Stratford ing, storing, processing, disposing or recycling of $1,090,577. any type of waste; "By investing in infrastructure projects across • Individuals working in the manufacturing and the province, we are strengthening and building distribution of disinfectants and sanitizers; and communities," said Laurie Scott, Minister of In- • Individuals working in fuel distribution and oil frastructure. "This is part of our ongoing commit- refineries. ment to support small, rural and northern munic- Our senior of the week is Doreen Distler, who ipalities across Ontario, providing stable funding Emergency Child Care can be accessed at St. celebrated her 80th birthday on Tuesday needed to build long-term economic resilience." Marys Child Care Centre in St. Marys, the Anne Hathaway Day Care Centre and the YMCA of February 2. Born in Wilmot Township on the The Ontario government is committing approxi- Three Rivers in Stratford, and Perth Care For mately $200 million to small, rural and northern farm, Doreen, who enjoys attending the VON Kids in Mitchell. Applications for eligibility can be communities. The funds are intended to help them made by calling City of Stratford Early Years Co- Adult Day Program, has 4 daughters and 6 address core infrastructure projects and asset ordinator at 519-271-3773 ext. 404. Eligible fami- grandchildren. Happy Birthday Doreen! management planning needs in 2021. lies will then be contacted by the childcare center For more information regarding Ontario's support If you would like to nominate someone for to complete the registration process. Questions for municipal and concerns can be directed to Jeff Wilson, Man- Senior of the Week, Contact us at 519-284-0041 Infrastructure, visit www.ontario.ca/page/munici- ager of Children’s Services at the City of Stratford or [email protected]. pal-infrastructure-support-for-communities at [email protected] or by calling 519-271-3773 ext. 243. Weekend Quiz
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This week’s answers are found on pg. 23 St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 9 COMMUNITY — New BIA Committee Shares Love Message Personal love notes are common safe service options merchants now around Valentine’s Day, but public offer and to strongly reinforce how messages of affection are rare. That ‘Shopping local means everything’. did not deter St. Marys Business He emphatically adds, “That message Improvement Area’s (BIA) new- is vital as so many area families are ly-formed Marketing & Communica- impacted in multiple ways by local tions Committee from crafting an ap- support.” peal to area residents to “Share the To effectively maximize their mar- Love” safely throughout the entire keting budget while appropriately month of February with downtown respecting Provincial stay-at-home establishments. safety directives, the Marketing & Led by local business volunteers Me- Communications Committee will lo- gan Feeney (Meridian Credit Union), cally focus its outreach via St. Marys Scott McLauchlan (Kitchen Smidgen Independent Newspaper print ad- Bakery), Crystal Williamson (Towne vertisements, with geo-targeted me- & Country Cheese Shoppe & Deli), dia posts, and through the social net- BIA Chairperson Lanny Hoare (Lyr- works of BIA businesses. ic Flowers) and with support from Some downtown merchants have BIA Administrative Assistant Emily embraced this sharing concept by Taylor and Town of St. Marys Tour- creatively pairing products and ser- ism and Economic Development vices this month while others are Manager Kelly Deeks-Johnson, the offering special Valentine’s Day Committee has created an aware- packages. The Committee’s “Share ness campaign inviting immediate the Love” plan nicely complements community engagement with down- downtown bakery owner Cindy Tay- town businesses during Ontario’s lor’s grateful heart initiative that prolonged pandemic lockdown. symbolically pays glowing tribute to Downtown St. Marys merchants love this “This Committee recognized the ur- health care providers. About thirty gent need to positively boost our St. Marys businesses have purchased community. Now they all truly need it. business community,” noted BIA Canadian-made illuminated hearts Chairperson Hoare. “Following for window displays and many more Throughout February, please safely share amazing local support at Christmas, will also show their community love the consensus is downtown mer- with heartfelt decorations. your love by supporting their online, chants are now deeply discouraged To discover how to personally “Share by intensified Provincial restrictions the Love” with a downtown St. Marys delivery, and curbside services. on top of what is always a difficult merchant, please access the Town of time of year.” Mr. Hoare said the St. Marys online business directory campaign’s primary intent is to re- (www.townofstmarys.com). mind local residents of the various Shopping local means everything
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Neon hearts, such as this one in the window at Troyer’s Spices, have been popping up in all kinds of business windowfronts throughout St. Marys in recent days. This is one part of the new BIA Marketing Committee’s initiative “Share the Love”. Per BIA member Cindy Taylor, 28 businesses so far have purchased the neon hearts, including some outside the BIA district such as Kingsway Lodge and St. Marys Veterinary Clinic. “I first saw the hearts in some homes in Stratford, and I thought it would be amazing if we could get some businesses to support this movement,” Taylor told the Independent. “The initiative was really two-fold: 1. to show support for frontline workers; 2. to give some much-needed encouragement to struggling small businesses. We want locals to know we care and we continue to need their support.” For those interested, hearts can still be purchased directly from www.mossled.com. 10 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent SPORTS — Local man collecting information on sports teams Terry McEwan has scrap books on the entire Jr. 'B' Lincolns history, plus seven former fastball clubs By Pat Payton both players and fans. Terry McEwan is collecting informa- "Tournaments would start on Friday tion on one current team as well as night and go right through to Monday. seven former St. Marys fastball clubs. Myself, I would go down for the day. And you might just be able to help him! There was food and refreshments out beyond the right-field fence. You just McEwan started the hobby about four spent the whole day there. Fastball was years ago, one day after retiring from a major stuff in town in the '80s . . . and 28-year career in the insurance busi- it was excellent ball." ness (Stonetown Insurance and later the St. Marys Insurance Group). He Even on weekdays, fastball games owned Mac-Lin Fuels for 22 years be- would be played from 6 p.m. right fore that. through to midnight. McEwan is one of the founding mem- When the Creamery Juniors hosted bers of the Jr. 'B' Lincolns' Alumni the Ontario Eliminations in 1988, Mc- committee and a former club executive Ewan remembers a crowd estimated member. He started by delving into the at 1,800--circling the entire park-- long and storied history of the Lincs -- watching the two-game final between a team he says that has definitely put St. Marys and New Hamburg. The St. Marys on the map. Creamery Juniors won the two games, Terry McEwan is collecting information on the Jr. 'B' Lincolns as well as seven for- 7-3 and 5-0, to punch their ticket to the Fellow Alumni committee member mer St. Marys fastball clubs. He started the scrapbooks hobby about four years ago, Canadian championship tournament Jacques Cousineau was a big help and in Lloydminster, Alta. provided a lot of information, McEwan one day after retiring from a 28-year career in the insurance business. McEwan is emphasized. It took the two men about one of the founding members of the Jr. 'B' Lincs' Alumni committee. (Payton photo) McEwan remembers the great pitching four years to compile all the Lincolns' of Paul Horenberg and Marc Cameron, The three women's teams are the Pul- a strong team in the late 1980s and photos, write-ups, rosters and pro- leading St. Marys to the provincial title lets (late 1950s and early '60s), Jets and early 1990s. They were a combination grams. that July weekend in 1988. Comets. of players from the Lumber Kings and "We've put together 64 teams, up to "We had some hellish good ball players Terry's father, the late Gord McEwan, Chargers. this year," McEwan said in a recent on that team," he said. "I remember the was the coach of the Pullets and his Former players such as Sam Corriveau interview with the Independent. "It's one game, we got home at 3 o'clock in sister Loiey was the catcher on the and captain Brian Hughes provided from 1956 to now. I've got every team, the morning from Teddy's Field." His team. Loiey Moir later played for the information on the Lumber Kings. He but I'm short six team pictures and six oldest son Tony was a member of that Canadian champion Kitchener Kie- noted that John Bell played 19 years team programs. talented Junior team. swetters fastball club. The Kieswetters for the Kings and Selects. "I talked to a lot of people involved McEwan also appreciates the help he's competed at the World championships McEwan has a large amount of infor- with different teams over the years. received while putting the history to- in Italy one year. mation on the Chargers and Selects, There was an anniversary calendar gether of these numerous local teams. Clare Odbert and Jimmy Blackler were thanks mainly to the late Rose Near, (Lincs' 50th) put out in 2005 and I got "I've had a lot of help from key peo- also on the Pullets' coaching staff, and who saved all newspaper clippings and a lot of stuff from it. I've got four books ple," he acknowledged. Terry McEwan served as the team's bat photos on the two teams and put to- that are right full on the Lincolns." He points out that the St. Marys Insur- boy. Other local players included: Erna gether two full scrap books. Two of her ance Group (SIG) has been "very sup- McEwan regrets not having a team Little, Donna Aldis, Marilyn May, Pat sons, Gary and Dennis, were members portive" as well, providing him with an program from the 1975-76 season. The Hossack, Bernice Hunter, Marje Leslie, of those teams. Lincs won the All-Ontario champion- office to work from. Elaine Gibb, Dawn Blackler and Nancy "Rose was fantastic; she kept all kinds ship that memorable season, winning Notes: Aitcheson. of stuff," McEwan said. Also adding to five playoff series, and McEwan was The Jets and Comets, meanwhile, the Chargers and Selects' scrap books --In one of his fastball scrap books, a member of the team executive. "It groomed young players and got them were Jane Parkinson, and Brian and Terry McEwan saved space for the late would be nice if somebody had a pro- ready to play for the Pullets, McEwan Jan Parkinson. Teddy Blackman, the man who Teddy's gram from that season," he said. Field was named after. noted. Providing information on the Canadi- For historic purposes, McEwan says it's Former players such as catcher Lynne an champion Creamery Juniors were "My dad always had a soft spot for Ted- important that a record of every Lin- Rysnik and Janice White provided in- Tony and Lisa McEwan, as well as as- dy Blackman," McEwan says. "Teddy colns team be documented. Lincs are formation on the Jets. "Lynne came in sistant coach Richard Kennedy. looked after that field for years, drag- the second-longest running Jr. 'B' team ging the infield. He lived just beyond with a book pretty well full of informa- Terry McEwan added that he is still in the province. left field." tion for me," he said. seeking additional photos and write- "When you meet somebody some- Other local players on the Jets includ- ups on the seven former fastball teams. --When he finishes the scrap books on where in the world, they usually know ed: Sheila Crisp, Terry Bettridge, Jane the fastball teams, McEwan suggests St. Marys because of the Cement Plant St. Marys a fastball hotbed in '80s Galloway, Pat Champion, Madge Les- that he might donate them to the St. or the Lincolns," he says. "That's the lie and Donna Gardner. Just a couple Back in the 1980s, McEwan remembers Marys museum or even the Canadian first thing they say." of players on the Comets were Donna St. Marys being a fastball hotbed, with Baseball Hall of Fame. tournaments at Teddy's Field almost McEwan has learned a lot over the last Dickson, Barb Pfaff and Dorothy Davis. --McEwan serves as the treasurer every weekend of the summer. The four years gathering information on on the Jr. 'B' Lincolns' Alumni com- Four men's teams Lumber Kings, Chargers, Creamery the various Lincolns' teams. "You could mittee. The Alumni currently has 80 The four men's teams are the Lumber Juniors and Selects all hosted tourna- ask me about any Lincoln, and I can members (former players and exec- Kings, Chargers, Creamery Juniors and ments on the long weekends. likely tell you something about him," utive), he notes. The committee has Selects, and all competed in the South he said with a laugh. "People used to live at Teddy's Field honoured a handful of Lincs' teams to Perth Men's Fastball League. Scrap books on seven fastball teams on those weekends, and I was one of date, and also hosted the Paul Vander- The Lumber Kings fielded champi- them," McEwan recalled with a laugh. Terry McEwan is also putting together spank Night last season. Vanderspank onship teams in the 1970s and early "They must have been a major mon- scrap books on four former men's fast- played five years for the Lincolns and 1980s. The Chargers and Juniors oper- ey-maker for St. Marys because it ball teams and three women's fastball was captain of the '75-76 All-Ontario ated in the 1980s, and the Selects were brought so many people to town -- teams which represented St. Marys. championship team. St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 11 SPORTS — Four Hall of Fame members named to top 100 list Of most influential Canadians in baseball in 2020 By Pat Payton that, he completed his Sports Admin- tive announced his retirement to con- Former sports columnist and author istration degree at Durham College in centrate on his website, the Canadian Bob Elliott recently released his list of Oshawa and obtained his BA in An- Baseball Network. the top 100 most influential Canadi- thropology/Archaeology at Lakehead Elliott has written three books, in- ans in baseball in 2020. University in Thunder Bay. He also cluding: Hard Ball about George Bell, completed the Ontario Museum Asso- in 1990; The Ultimate Blue Jays Triv- On that prestigious list are four mem- ciation Certificate in 2015. bers of the Canadian Baseball Hall of ia Book, in 1993; and The Northern Fame and Museum -- Holly LaPierre, Mike Wilner Game: Baseball The Canadian Way, in Jeremy Diamond, Scott Crawford and Wilner has long been a staunch sup- 2005. Elliott is also the mind behind Mike Wilner. LaPierre, Diamond and porter of baseball in Canada. Born the Canadian Baseball Network web- Wilner are on the Hall's board of di- and raised in Toronto, he began his site, which tracks all active Canadian rectors, while Crawford is the CBH- baseball broadcasting career with the baseball players. FM's director of operations. Welland (Ont.) Pirates in 1989. He Elliott was awarded the Canadian LaPierre is ranked 26th on Elliott's later hosted the popular call-in show Baseball Hall of Fame's Jack Graney list, while Diamond and Crawford tied BlueJaysTalk for a record 17 seasons, Award in 2010. On December 6, 2011, for 73rd, and Wilner is 78th. before becoming the Blue Jays' first he was named recipient of the 2012 Canadian-born radio play-by-play J.G. Taylor Spink Award by the Nation- Holly LaPierre broadcaster in 2019. al Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. LaPierre has worked at Bell Cana- From interacting with baseball fans af- In 2015, Elliott was elected to the Ca- da for over 30 years in various roles ter every game for nearly two decades nadian Baseball Hall of Fame, and the throughout her career. She has been to broadcasting Canada's World Base- following year he was named to the president of Hammonds Plains Minor ball Classic games in 2009 to hosting Ontario Sports Hall of Fame as the Baseball, a suburb of Halifax, for the the annual Baseball Canada Awards winner of the Brian Williams Media last 15 years. She has held the posi- Scott Crawford banquet, Wilner has never wavered in Award. tion of treasurer for Baseball Canada his support and commitment to grow- and Baseball Nova Scotia. in fundraising, program development Note: Just a few others on Elliott's top and communications. He has also held ing, teaching and promoting the game 100 baseball list are: No. 1 former Ma- Last year, LaPierre received the leadership roles as CEO of Myseum from coast to coast to coast. jor Leaguer Larry Walker; No. 6 Blue first-ever female builder award from of Toronto, Executive Director of the He has served on the Hall of Fame Jays' play-by-play commentator Dan Baseball Canada for her dedication to Vimy Foundation and COO of Histor- board since 2016. Shulman; No. 10 Hall of Fame pitch- the growth and promotion of female ica Canada, and is a frequent media Written three books er Fergie Jenkins; No. 12 former Blue baseball. contributor as well. Jays' GM Pat Gillick; No. 20 London- Bob Elliott, meanwhile, began his re- Jeremy Diamond Scott Crawford er Jamie Romak, a star in the Kore- porting career in 1978 with the Ottawa an Baseball Organization; and No. 34 Diamond is chair of the Hall's Crawford, born and raised in George- Citizen, covering the Montreal Expos, Rob Thomson, a bench coach for the 13-member board. The Toronto resi- town, has been the Director of Oper- before leaving in late 1986 to cover Philadelphia Phillies who lives in Se- dent is a public historian and leader, ations at the Canadian Baseball Hall the Toronto Blue Jays for the Toronto bringville. with more than 20 years of experience of Fame since January 2000. Prior to Sun. On June 1, 2016, the Kingston na-
For sports tips, email or call Pat Payton at Jeff Graham, Kathy Blackler win [email protected] $15,000 in SMMHA Draw or 519-284-0108 The annual SMMHA hockey raffle • $15,000 grand prize – Jeff Graham took place on January 29, 2021. Al- & Kathy Blackler (ticket 357) though the draw wasn’t held at the • $1,000 – Paul & Brad Gardner PRC during a Friday night Lincolns (ticket 045) game like in prior years, winners Jeff Graham and Kathy Blackler will • $1,000 – Steve Miller (ticket 106) enjoy the proceeds from their lucky • $500 – Ron Aitken (ticket 206) Will you have ticket all the same. • $500 – John Cavaliere (ticket 075) Their ticket, number 357, was the enough to retire? • $500 – Bruce Andrews (ticket 413) first ticket drawn during Friday Wherever you are in life, strengthening your night’s raffle, winning them the • $200 – Bill Schaefer (ticket 203) retirement plans can help give you and your family $15,000 grand prize. Although the • $200 – Joel Carlberg (ticket 343) a brighter tomorrow. last couple of years the draw had Set up a time to talk. been contested as an “Elimination • $200 – Dan Veldman (ticket 403) Draw”, this year’s fundraiser was • $200 – Shari Ann McHardy (ticket Donald Van Galen* CFP® CLU® structured as a “Raffle”. Similar to 199) Sun Life Financial advisor prior years, each of the 500 tickets Tel: 226-779-2433 • $200 – Michelle Galloway (ticket were sold within the community for Cell: 519-801-0659 285) sunlife.ca/don.van.galen $100 each. [email protected] The $1,000 Early Bird Draw, held The complete list of lucky tickets on November 20, 2020, was won by drawn on Friday night were as fol- *Mutual funds distributed by Sun Life Financial Investment Services (Canada) Inc. Alexis Sabino, who held ticket #491. Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada is a member of the Sun Life group of companies. lows: © Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, 2021. 12 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent COMMUNITY — Bruce Power donates freezer for COVID-19 vaccine Bruce Power has donated a freez- Current vaccination status: er unit to Huron Perth Public Health HPPH is working closely with part- (HPPH) to assist in the safe and time- ners to provide vaccine to all resi- ly roll-out of the Pfizer BioNTech dents of Long-Term Care Homes and COVID-19 vaccine. The ultra-low tem- then Retirement Homes across Hu- perature unit, which will be housed at ron and Perth counties over the next the Health Unit’s Clinton location, will few weeks. The province has a three- allow HPPH to keep the Pfizer BioN- phase distribution plan and an ethi- Tech vaccine at its necessary tempera- cal framework to ensure Ontario is ture as vaccinations in Huron-Perth prepared to receive, store and admin- for priority populations continue. ister COVID-19 vaccines as they con- “We are grateful to have the support tinue to arrive over the next several of Bruce Power as we continue this months. At this time, vaccine supply is important phase of protecting the very limited. Distribution focuses first public against COVID-19,” said Dr. on vulnerable populations that are at Miriam Klassen, Huron Perth’s Med- greatest risk of COVID-19 and severe ical Officer of Health. “Having access illness and those who care for them. to this freezer unit will facilitate the In Huron-Perth, the Mass Vaccina- continued roll-out of our local vaccine tion Advisory Committee (HPMVAC) program as it will allow us to receive is creating a Huron-Perth sequencing vaccine directly into our community model, as well as an administration once supplies permit. As our vacci- and distribution plan, based on the nation program progresses, we ask province’s distribution plan and eth- that all residents remain safe, stay at ical framework. home, and follow all provincial health guidelines. There is a light at the end Currently the focus is on Long-Term of the tunnel, so let’s all do our part to Care homes and then Retirement Calling small business owners get there safely.” Homes. Additional groups will be identified in the sequencing model; COVID-19 support could be available to you. Bill Whetstone, a Commercial Lead as vaccines become available those with Bruce Power’s Supply Chain as groups will be contacted. For the gen- well as a councillor in the Municipal- eral public, this is not likely for a few • Grants of up to $20,000 through the Ontario ity of Bluewater, helped facilitate the months. HPPH asks the public to be donation of the freezer. Coun. Whet- patient and await further information Small Business Support Grant stone said this donation will help en- – there is no vaccination waiting list sure the integrity of the vaccines. set up for the general public. • Up to $1,000 in support for purchasing PPE through Ontario's Main Street Relief Grant • Rebates for property tax and energy costs
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CALL OR EMAIL US Paid for by the 519-272-3408 • [email protected] Government of Ontario St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 13 COMMUNITY — The Station Gallery “on track” with St. Marys Station Gallery Virtual Exhibit By Cameron Porteous, Curator Entropy”. These photographs show The 2020 pandemic has caused Zamfirescu’s fascination for time, old much of the season scheduled at instruments, intricate machinery, the the Station Gallery to be cancelled. laws of physics, and humankind’s On February 5th, 2021, St. Marys connection to the past, the present Station Gallery will present CO-VI- and the future. Later on in the sea- SION, a Virtual Exhibition featuring son we will exhibit the new work by local artists who have been creating Maggie Jorna and the new avenue works of art during the COVID-19 being explored by Heather Ruthig, Pandemic. Ten artists from the St. In the end of 2021 I would like to ex- Marys region will exhibit works cre- plore The Art of the Textile Artists ated between March 1 and December - beautiful creations by artists who 31, 2020. During this period of social embroider, knit, crochet, wet felting restrictions, many people have been and fabric painters just to mention a busy with baking bread, home ren- few. ovations, hobbies, and, last summer, St. Marys Station Gallery would like long neglected gardening. The arts to thank all our friends, and local communities have also been busy businesses for the support given to in the privacy of their studios cre- the gallery to help keep us on track. ating new works! A selection of this For more information go to our web- recent work, showing the diversity site: stmarysstationgallery.ca to view of the artists in St. Marys, is exhib- our virtual gallery featuring Joanne ited on the Station Gallery Website, Vegso, Masks from the Stratford stmarysstationgallery.ca Festival Archives, the Brief Histo- to Canada. Next in the Gallery 2021 We are sorry to report that the pro- also the History of the Theatrical ry of Encaustic painting featuring series are the First Nations artists: posed publication of the Station Mask at the Stratford Festival. the work of encaustic painter Anna Angela Found, Wayne Linser and Gallery Bulletin had to be cancelled When allowed to re-open, exhibits Koot and an interview with the artist Annette Sullivan, of OUR 3 CENTS, twice due to the Covid-19 pandem- will continue with the London art- Rosemary Sloot. brings us Stamps; works created by ic. The cancellations will now give us ist Rosemary Sloot who will exhibit Indigenous artists on the theme of For future exhibits follow us on Face- the opportunity to publish the arti- her long awaited Immigration Series. reconciliation. The Gallery then ex- book, Instagram and Twitter. For now cles and photographs on our web- A personal visual biography exhib- hibits the work of St. Marys artist Eu- the gallery is closed until the lock- site. Our first bulletins will highlight ited by Rosemary depicts the diffi- gen-Floren Zamfirescu who will ex- down is lifted. Stay safe and we hope a brief History of Encaustic Painting culties and hardships of her family’s hibit stunning still life photographs to welcome you to the gallery in the featuring the work of Anna Koot and immigration from post-war Holland called “Excerpts from the Book of near future. 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The pair sential Hollywood classics from the 36 Water Street South (behind Independent Newspaper) 647-393-3821 have won over 65 international film Golden Age, always uncut and com- Connect at kitchensmidgen.ca or via facebook and Instagram festival awards and counting for ex- mercial-free. With hundreds of mov- 14 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent HISTORY — HISTORIC ST. MARYS - Remembering Jane White By Mary Smith Under the heading, Services, Jane listed her This week’s column pays tribute to Jane White, work as Cub leader and also her involvement in a woman who helped shape and develop many the March of Dimes campaigns in St. Marys from of the activities that the residents of St. Marys 1965 to 1971. The fifth and final heading was enjoy today. I knew Jane, who died January 23, Fundraising, specifically for local projects. Jane 2021, almost my entire life. When my father, had been part of the committee to solicit support Ralph Ainslie, returned to his home town to for the St. Marys Arena and Community Centre take a teaching position at St. Marys Collegiate that opened in 1976 on James Street South. She in 1946, Charlie and Vera Courtnage with their had also helped fund-raise for the James Purdue children, Ted and Jane, were already comfort- Centre, today’s Community Living St. Marys. ably established in St. Marys. My parents joined There were 15 names on the ballot for the six a warm and welcoming group of families with council seats in November 1982 and when the young children – fellow teachers with able, com- votes were counted, Jane White was among munity-minded partners. the successful candidates. She served on coun- The Courtnages and my parents became close cil during the years that saw the resolution of friends and although Jane was a few years older one of the most contentious issues in the town’s than I was – and a few years makes a big dif- history: the reconstruction of the Queen Street ference when you are very young – I could fol- Bridge. Jane was for restoration, rather than re- low her activities by overhearing our mothers’ placement, of the 1864 limestone structure but conversations. Jane was a successful student at that battle was lost when candidates in favour Central School and later at the Collegiate. She of a new bridge formed a majority on the new entered public speaking contests, sang at the council. However, Jane was a clear and realistic spring music festival and took part in plays voice as the issue was debated and helped reach and operettas. She was a member of the United the final compromise solution – a modern bridge but with the three original arches replicated and Church choir and frequently sang solos. She had Jane White many friends who were all welcomed in her par- faced in limestone to retain the same profile as ents’ warm and inviting home on James Street The first heading was Recreation. She had been the historic bridge. South beside the old water tower. chair of the Recreational Council and, in 1967, In later years, Jane withdrew to some extent a founding member of PARQ, an acronym for from her public role but always was fully aware Our high school careers overlapped by one year. parks, arena, recreation and quarry. She chaired Jane, in Grade 13, was the chair of some commit- of what was happening in the town and always that committee for a number of years and in supportive of any initiative that enriched St. tee that I belonged to as a lowly Grade 9 repre- 1974 was celebrated as PARQ’s “Man of the Year.” sentative. I remember admiring her self-assur- Marys life. The White home and the Museum ance and leadership skills. Also, at least among The next heading, Seniors, was also an import- were close neighbours and so when I worked her peers, she had a biting and irreverent sense ant one. From 1972 to 1974, Jane was a member there, we often crossed paths. Usually, it was just of humour. Her knack for making pithy com- of the committee that established the St. Marys a friendly wave across the garden but periodi- ments that could quickly sum up a situation and Area Friendship Centre. She had served on cally, we would have a really good visit to catch was another talent she possessed from an early the Centre’s board of directors for two three-year up on family activities and mutual acquaintanc- age. Jane graduated, left St. Marys for universi- terms and had initiated the seniors’ shopping es. She was delighted whenever her brother, Ted, ty and our paths did not cross again until the bus. This week’s photograph shows Jane White and his wife, Dorothy, could spend time on their mid-1970s. By that time, now married to a law- speaking at the tenth anniversary celebration farm near Harrington. Jane was very close to Ted yer, Ron White, Jane had been back in St. Marys of the Friendship Centre in 1984. She had been and missed him terribly after he died in 2004. Al- for a number of years. She and Ron were raising asked to do so because of the strong role she had though Ron White continued to work in his law a family in a lovely, large, brick house on Church played in the creation of this remarkable facility. office, he and Jane managed to do some travel- Street South. The Friendship Centre, although in a different ling which she fully enjoyed. Above all, she was location, is still going strong, continuing to prove committed to her family, anxious about any set- When Jane returned to St. Marys in the 1960s, its value through its outreach programs during backs her children might experience and proud as a professional man’s wife in a small town, she the pandemic. This success is, in a large part, of their achievements. The loss of her youngest was expected to meet certain standards. It was thanks to the solid base established by Jane and son, Andy, who died in 2016 after a long and a time when if a married woman did something her fellow founding committee members almost painful illness, was a devastating blow. newsworthy, she was referred to in the newspa- 50 years ago. per as “Mrs. John Smith” or whatever her hus- Still, Jane’s spirit was strong. We had a chat in band’s name was – never by her own first name. Homecoming was the third heading. In the mid- July 2019 in the event tent at Stone Willow. It Jane had no difficulty with the proper social nice- 1970s, Mayor Clifton Brown recalled that the was the Silver Foxes Reunion, an annual get-to- ties – after all, her mother had set a great exam- town’s last Homecoming had been held in 1927. gether for students who had attended St. Marys ple of gracious hospitality. But, she would never He felt it was time for another one and convinced Collegiate up to the 1960s. Jane was one of the be merely an anonymous wife! She became fully council to authorize the planning of a celebra- organizers of this event. She worked on the reg- involved in community life as a volunteer. tion for 1978. A Homecoming committee was ap- istration table and after the lunch, gave a short pointed to create invitation lists, encourage com- speech, explaining that the Foxes were not plan- In the fall of 1982, Jane ran for town council. She munity participation and build local enthusiasm. ning a reunion for 2020 because Homecoming placed a display ad in the Journal Argus before Jane was the program chair, a key position on the was scheduled. municipal election day, November 8. Under five committee. That summer, Homecoming 78 was a headings, it listed the aspects of her “20 Years On that hot summer day, no one could have pre- huge success, laying a firm foundation for sub- dicted how much would change in the months of Capable Community Service” showing the ex- sequent Homecoming celebrations in St. Marys. perience she would bring to council, if elected. that followed. FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES IN THE INDEPENDENT CALL 519-284-0041 OR EMAIL [email protected] St. Marys Independent Thursday, February 4, 2021 15 COMMUNITY — St. Marys Fire Department shares alarming smoke and carbon monoxide non-compliance rates A family having a fire and losing to be one of them. Not only will that $50,000 for individuals, and up to non-compliance rates continue to everything (sometimes with fatal family never recover, the firefight- $100,000 for corporations. $50,000 is increase, fire departments are con- outcomes) is a weekly occurrence in ers who desperately tried to save the equivalent to an average month- sidering changing this and every Ontario. In more than half of these her will also have lifelong psycho- ly rent payment for 4 years, or an infraction would result in a charge. instances, smoke alarms were either logical scars.” This is just one story entire annual salary. The attitude of “Our number one goal is to prevent not present or not working as in- that could have had a much happier ‘it will not happen to me and every- lives lost due to fires, not to charge tended. Why, even after decades of ending through the simple act of in- thing is going to work out’ is simply our residents. However if the pub- smoke alarms being mandatory, are stalling and maintaining a working not reality and must be changed. lic does not start adhering to these these tragic consequences still the smoke alarm. Ask yourself the following right laws, fewer warnings and more norm? Smoke alarms became mandatory in now: charges may be laid. It is a simple and invaluable act to ensure your Since 2009, approximately 1,000 1975, followed by carbon monoxide · Have I changed the batteries in the people in Ontario have died in fires. (CO) alarms in 2014, but surprising- smoke and CO alarms are in com- last year? If not change them and pliance.” says St. Marys Fire Chief In comparison, that is equivalent to ly, Ontario’s non-compliance rate is continue this annually. the Town losing 14% of its popula- still over 50%. Many residents con- Richard “Andy” Anderson. For more tion, including the lives of moth- tinue to be unaware of this law and · Are my alarms in the right loca- information on ensuring you are ers, fathers, children, grandparents, are not in compliance with the reg- tion? If you are unsure, contact in compliance, visit townofstmarys. aunts, uncles and other loved ones. ulations. Non-compliance can lead your fire department and they will com/firesafety. In 2020 alone, Ontario experienced to a charge, or even a deadly situa- make a site visit at no cost. If you have any questions or want 114 fatalities due to fire. tion. The most common reasons for · How old are my alarms? Smoke more information on fire safety and “I have been in the fire service for a charge include: alarms have a ten year life expec- prevention, visit townofstmarys. 32 years.” says Brian Leverton, Chief · No smoke alarms or CO alarms tancy and CO detectors are five to com/fire or call the St Marys Fire Fire Prevention Officer for St. Marys seven years. Combination alarms Department at 519-284-1752. · Smoke alarms or CO alarms in the with lithium battery have a ten year Fire Department. “I’ve had the un- wrong location Let us make 2021 the year that we fortunate situation of being in fires life expectancy. can make changes for the better. where smoke alarms were not pres- · Smoke alarms or CO alarms with- Historically, fire departmentsStop what you are doing right now, ent and people have perished. In out working batteries have not enforced a zero toler- get up and go check your alarms. 1992, a five-year-old girl happened Charges range from $360 up to ance approach for smoke alarms. If Barn Quilts & Barn Quilt Trails by Cheryl Gardiner, barn quilt artist of Gardiner’s Gate Barn Quilts, Ilderton, ON.
By now most of you have seen this rural “eye candy” on barns in your travels. Barn Quilts have made their way into Ontario Canada via Barn Quilt Trails, painted quilt blocks on wood or metal displayed on barns, decorating our rural countryside. “Barn Quilts Trails inspire rural communities across Canada to appreciate and market their assets via barn quilts. This eye-catching folk art attracts visitors and helps our rural communities put themselves on the map.” The first barn quilts originated in Ohio, by a Donna Sue Groves wanting to brighten up a plain old tobacco barn. It took off from there creating barn quilt trails throughout the US and now here in Canada. The first barn quilt trail in Ontario was in 2009 in Earlton, a project stemming from the International Plowing Match. In 2010, Wardsville was next with 30 barn quilts installed around their village. There are now numerous barn quilt trails existing in Ontario with more trails being added every year. You can check out these provincial trails at Ontario Barn Quilt Trails www.barnquilttrails.ca. 16 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent ARTS — Barn Quilts & Barn Quilt Trails By Cheryl Gardiner, barn quilt artist of ed in Ohio, by a Donna Sue Groves Gardiner’s Gate Barn Quilts, Ilderton wanting to brighten up a plain old to- By now most of you have seen this ru- bacco barn. It took off from there cre- ral “eye candy” on barns in your trav- ating barn quilt trails throughout the els. Barn Quilts have made their way US and now here in Canada. The into Ontario Canada via Barn Quilt first barn quilt trail in Ontario was Trails, painted quilt blocks on wood in 2009 in Earlton, a project stem- or metal displayed on barns, deco- ming from the International Plowing HEART QUILT BLOCK rating our rural countryside. “Barn Match. In 2010, Wardsville was next Karen Payton, Chantal Lynch Quilts Trails inspire rural commu- with 30 barn quilts installed around Reference: Cluck, Cluck Sew nities across Canada to appreciate their village. There are now numer- February is Heart Month, so we decide to do a Heart Quilt Block. and market their assets via barn ous barn quilt trails existing in On- tario with more trails being addedPut three or more blocks together with a border you have a great table runner. Make the 10” Finish size quilts. This eye-catching folk art at- and borders you have a great pillow top, there is endless ideas for this great Heart Quilt Block. tracts visitors and helps our rural every year. You can check out these provincial trails at Ontario Barn Quilt This block pattern is from Cluck Cluck Sew, if you are in need of more information please visit their communities put themselves on the website: www.cluckclucksew.com and search Heart Quilt Block map.” The first barn quilts originat- Trails www.barnquilttrails.ca.
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Los Angeles-based band 5th album 'Heartbeat City'. the 59th Annual Grammy By now, April Wine had be- The Doors had their second At least 5 singles charted Awards, for Record of the come staples of rock radio number 1 single with 'Hel- from the album, includ- Year, Song of the Year, and in both Canada and the U.S. lo, I Love You' in 1968. The ing their 4th single 'Hel- Best Pop Solo Performance. 'Say Hello' was released as song was originally written lo Again'. Producer 'Mutt' Back home, the song won the the second single from the and recorded in 1965 while Lange chose to work with Brit Award for Song of the album 'Harder...Faster', af- the band still called them- The Cars on this album, Year. The soulful, piano bal- ter the wildly successful 'I selves 'Rick and The Ra- which meant he wouldn't lad took 6 months to write, Like To Rock'. Lyrically, the vens', before Robby Krieger be available to work on the as Adele and her produc- song explores the power of had been brought on board. next Def Leppard album, er, Greg Kursten had writ- a strong relationship, and By Rob Edney The song was shelved un- Hysteria. Fortunately, timing ten the first verse during a how together they can build A potential friend is only til it was included on their eventually worked out so he songwriting session and left each other up. It all starts a 'Hello' away. This holds third album as filler for the could do both. 'Hello Again' it incomplete. Six months with a simple greeting, 'Say true for romance as much as second side of the album. reached number 20 on the later, Adele reached out Hello'. friendship or simple busi- At the time of its release, charts and the 'Andy War- asking Kursten to finish the Lionel Richie asks the ness etiquette. Where every stereo 45 rpm records were hol' directed video received song with her. On the sur- meme-worthy question, journey begins with the first fairly rare. The song was lots of air time. Warhol even face, the song appears to 'Hello, Is It Me You're Look- step, every relationship be- promoted as the first rock appears in the video as a be another in a long line of ing For?' And the Beat- gins with a first 'hello'. 45 rpm record in stereo and bartender. The video is a break up songs, popular in les don't know if they are wonderful cross section of that genre and time period. World Hello Day is celebrat- is credited with initiating coming and going in 'Hello, the industry changeover to Warhol and the 80s, dealing The video aligns with this Goodbye'. Kenny Chesney ed annually on November with the hot button issue of belief. However, Adele has 21. On this particular day, that format for singles. The says, 'You Had Me From main riff is so similar to The the time, 'sex and violence explained that the message Hello', and Todd Rundgren participants are asked to in media'. The unique cov- she was striving to convey verbally greet at least ten Kinks' ‘All Day And All Of hopes you recognize his The Night’, The Doors paid er art for the band's Heart- was a coming of age theme, voice when he calls with people, as an expression of beat City album came from accepting that life is taking the importance of personal royalties from the British 'Hello, It’s Me'. single to The Kinks before another innovator in Pop family and friends in differ- communication. The mis- Art, and a contemporary of ent directions. The power of acknowledge- sion is to express that con- legal action was necessary. ment can never be underes- Jim Morrison was inspired Warhol's, British artist Peter The pride of both Waver- flicts should be resolved Phillips. timated. The simple saluta- through communication to write the lyrics one sunny ly and Halifax, Nova Sco- tion can brighten a strang- rather than the use of force. afternoon at Venice Beach In 2015, British singer/ tia, April Wine released the er's day, and lead to further The event was suggested in after seeing a particularly songwriter Adele's 'Hello' single, 'Say Hello, in 1979 goodwill, as kindness can response to the 1973 Arab– attractive woman of whom debuted at Number 1 on the at the height of their pop- be contagious. I must say Israeli War, and has contin- he wished to make his ac- Billboard Hot 100, where it ularity. The band had re- goodbye now, but parting is ued since. quaintance. remained for ten consec- leased 8 albums since 1969 not so bittersweet if it offers utive weeks in addition to with a rotating door of band Let's say hello to some of The Cars had come off a me another opportunity to 3-year hiatus when they re- topping the charts in a re- members. Myles Goodwyn greet you again. our favorite artists and ex- cord-breaking 36 countries. was the single consistent Relationships And Covid hardship. The spread of the can’t share the hug or the things. One example is the or lonely, then reach out to disease, the shutting down handshake that we are pro- volunteers who work with- a friend, to the appropriate of social spaces and work grammed to want. in the law to present local professional or agency or to places and the resulting iso- God wants to draw near too. church services each week the volunteers at your local lation have put tremendous Covid has given many of us to enhance the listeners’ church. strains on people’s finances the extra time to start or en- spiritual lives. Other exam- For the rest of us, look for and mental health. It has hance our relationship with ples include preparing and ways to serve. As well, when also increased their desire God. People can make the delivering food to shut-ins, we pass someone in our dai- to meet the need for the in- time to read their Bible more working at the food bank, ly travel, the very least we teraction that reinforces re- and to pray more, to talk with calling friends to stay in can do is smile and say hel- lationships. God about what is important touch, driving people to lo. Even through your mask, By Bruce Andrews However, Covid has been a to them. Drawing closer to appointments or inviting your friendliness will be no- Before the beginning and benefit as well. Many of us God is good for us. We be- someone to go for a walk, ticed. That interaction could before the pandemic, God is. have been forced to slow come more loving, more joy- just to get out and talk. Per- just be what the other per- Christians believe that God down and we now have the ful, more peaceful, more pa- haps anonymously “Paying son needs. is three persons of the same It Forward” at the cash reg- time to do important things tient, more kind, more good, In summary, focus on Christ, essence bound together in ister would be helpful. That that previously we wouldn’t more faithful, more gentle not the crisis. Covid has a supremely loving, joyful always brings a bewildered schedule. We can now be- and more self-controlled. been hard but it will end. We and glorious relationship. smile to the recipient. We come more intentional This in turn encourages us need to see it as an opportu- Through creation and Jesus can all think of something about our relationships, to look for ways to serve our nity to build Divine and hu- Christ, God invites humans more that could be done and drawing closer by phoning, neighbours. man relationships that will to share in that Divine rela- we can now do it with our having video chats or going The St. Marys area already benefit us and others long tionship. Covid mandated spare time. on socially distanced walks. has many dedicated vol- after Covid is over. Covid has been a severe None of it is as good as be- unteers doing many good If you are currently in need fore Covid because we still as one who is sick, shut-in 18 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent Riddles - Word Search - What do you musicians? JANUARY 2021 HIGHLIGHTS call a man with A tune-a-fish a seagull on his Word List head? 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They do best in chidaceae family, the sec- ern exposure should be ad- medium to bright light. They ond largest family of diverse equate. A north window will are accustomed to being dry flowering plants, consisting rarely provide enough light. at the roots between water- of about 880 genera and more Typically, orchid plants are ings, and should be potted in than 25,000 species through- comfortable in the same tem- free-draining media. out the world. They are non- peratures we are ~ 16C at Cymbidium orchids are woody perennial plants with night and 23C during the day. prized for their long-lasting usually unique bilateral sym- Caution should be taken for sprays of flowers, usually in metric flowers. Most orchids excessively low or high tem- early spring. They are easy in their natural cultivation perature extremes, adjacent to care for and do best if giv- are epiphytes ~ a plant that to glass windows. en bright light. They need a grows on another plant but is Humidity for most orchid va- constant supply of moisture not parasitic. When we think rieties should be 30 to 60%. especially during their vege- of orchids, we tend to think of Sometimes it is difficult with tative growth and on the dry the tropics. But did you know the various ways we heat our side during the winter. that we have over 50 species homes to get the perfect hu- Dendrobium orchids are a di- native to Ontario? Phalaenopsis, also known as are available in most flower midity for our plants. A solu- verse class and are also seen Some species of orchids do the moth orchid, is the best shops. These orchids are the tion for this is to group plants in florist bouquets. They are make wonderful houseplants. orchid for growing in the perfect flowering plant for to take advantage for their available in an array of bloom During the cold, gloomy win- home. Average home tem- your indoor garden or send collective transpiration. Or sizes and colours. Depend- ter months, there is nothing peratures and conditions to someone to brighten their another way is to place them ing on the type of this orchid, like a blooming orchid to are usually sufficient and d a y. on gravel-filled humiditythey need different require- brighten our days indoors. sometimes will flower often trays. Air flow is also import- ments as they go through Source: https://www.aos.org/ Even though these are tropi- ant for orchids. This week’s artifact is a wooden ski pole. Ski poles have been used alongside skis forthroughout thousands of years the year. and would have helped earlygrowth skiers balance, and brake, rest turn, phases. and even hunt. Early ski poles were made of orchids/additional-resourc- cal plants, orchids are tough- Each type of orchidwood will or bamboo need and were very basic, with no grip or spike at the bottom. This ski Thepole has a leatherabove orchid species es/orchids-indoors.aspx strap that loops around the top of the handle and a metal spike at the bottom to help stabilize the skier on hard-packed snow or in icy conditions. It also has a metal pole basket that can be attached just above the spike, which is used to prevent the pole from penetrating too deep into the snow, sort of like a #2407299 ONT. INC 402 Queen St. Wsnowshoe. PO. Box 8If you have artifacts,St. memorabilia, Marys or historic photographs Museum related to local history, we would love to see St. Marys, ONthem displayed virtually at our 25th annual Heritage Fair! Please contact the St. Marys Museum at 519- Sponsored by: 284-3556 or [email protected] for more information. Sudoku N4X 1A9 Artifact of the Week Real Estate Broker We are Open! Call for Appt. Fern Pridham 519 274 2885 Call to book an appointment This week’s artifact is a wooden ski pole. 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BACK By Amy Cubberley Cement Plant buries Apostrophe 25 years ago (1996) Downie Central students got their measles shots on Friday and public health nurses will continue with immunizations at St. Marys area schools through the month of February. The Bank of Montreal’s new full-service branch manager is Brian Boyd. Boyd was the commercial account manager for several years. ROBSON SCRAP METALS Tony Vanderschot, owner of Vanderschot Construction, ANNOUNCEMENT plans to begin tearing down the Ann Street chicken barns Now hiring an AZ - DZ Driver as early as next week. St. Marys DCVI Salukis dominated the Huron-Perth Full-time Monday to Friday cross-county ski meet in Duntroon, capturing both the se- nior and junior girls titles. Six St. Marys skiers, Jaclyn Hut- Call 519-284-2800 ton, Julie Froud, Kim Ross, Becky Smith, Jen Holliday and Happy Birthday! Emily Bennett all finished in the top eight. 50 years ago (1971) For Hall Rentals call Hall The Forty Winks Motel was a popular spot during last week’s snowstorm. 108 guests were forced to stay there Manager Terry Heinbuch when the storm left them stranded. 519-273-0447 The registered name of the cement company recent- ly changed to St. Marys Cement Company, with both the Sun. Jan. 24 - Paul & Mary Lynn Core, Stratford $50.00 apostrophe from St. Marys and the Limited being dropped from the official name. Mon. Jan. 25 - Sylvie Giroux, Kitchener $50.00 Fire Chief Jim Hart is concerned about the buried fire hy- Tues. Jan, 26 - Tony Klomp, St. Marys $50.00 drants around town. Residents are encouraged to at least dig out the tops of the hydrants so that fire fighters can find Wed. Jan. 27 - Dennis Johnston, Clinton $50.00 them in case of an emergency.
Thur. Jan. 28 - Caroline Tinning, St. Marys $50.00 Due to the height of the snowbanks and drifts, there are many blind intersections. Snowmobilers are encouraged to Fri. Jan. 29 - Jenn Groeneveld, Arthur $50.00 fly a fluorescent flag atop a length of spring steel to make their small machines more visible. Happy 95th Birthday Mabel Ballantyne on Sat. Jan. 30 - Jim Koteles, St. Marys $200.00 February 4, 2021 75 years ago (1946) FRASER ASPHALT Love, Barry, Dale, Brenda and families. FREE QUOTES 519-271-5690 There is a coal shortage throughout the province this win- PAVING INC ter. Local dealers are having a difficult time to get enough fuel of any kind to keep their patrons’ houses from freez- ing up. CLARIFICATION: Cpl. Harold Martin, who enlisted in June 1940, came home Last week, in a St. Marys Town Council article concerning the 2021 Draft Budget, we mentioned a to his wife and son on Salina Street this week. 52 percent cost increase being projected by Huron Perth Public Health, due to provincial funding Council agreed on the following salaries for the year: Clerk, changes. HPPH would like to clarify the 52 percent increase in 2022 is based on provincial funding Treasurer, Relief Officer and Tax Collector - $2,000; Chief of Police - $1750; Public Health Nurse - $1600; Building In- changes. The 52 percent number is the increased revenue that the municipalities will be required to spector and Road Foreman - $1600 plus $286 for use of his pay with the new funding formula created by the Ministry of Health for the 2022 budget year. The truck; Police Constable - $1500; Stenographer and Assis- Ministry provided mitigation funding for 2020 and 2021 to offset this download and there is no in- tant Tax Collector - $1000; Medical Officer - $400; Sanitary dication of this funding being continued into 2022 at this time. This mitigation funding provided by Inspector, Janitor and Assistant Police - $1350; Cemetery the Ministry allowed the revenue received from the municipalities to be maintained at a 0 percent Superintendent - $1400; Fire Chief - $150; Dairy Inspec- increase for 2020 and 2021. tor- $198. No decision on the salaries of the Assessor or the Garbage Collector were made. 100 years ago (1921) Your Fortune Cookie Corner Psychic Reading The annual meeting of the St. Marys Presbyterian Church took place last Wednesday evening. The budget for the year If it’s your Birthday this week: & Mediumship was set at $14,000 for all departments. The church is flour- Happiness at a price is what you can expect this year as a With ishing with a congregation of 390 families. chance to put old ideas into new actions will lead to alternatives Tracey Milne AAHP The G.W.V.A. hockey team met the Medina Six at the local not currently available. Avoid snap decisions made in haste or Available for rink on Saturday evening. The ex-soldiers won 4-1. The ice anger for best results. Cheers! was not in good shape, but a fair game was put on with no Private Sessions penalties. For the rest of us: & home parties A St. Marys citizen being asked the other day why he Helping didn’t run for Council said, “He didn’t know whether his Honesty peppered with kindness is your best way forward this great-grandfather was a chicken thief or not, and he didn’t week as truths revealed to those that matter holds the power to You Find want to find out”. It appears to be the tendency that when a turn the tables in your favour. citizen runs for office in any municipality, they are subject *Gift certificates nowAnswers available* St. Marys, ON to all sorts of criticism and delve into the character of his Until Next Week, May Peace and Love be with You All. Namaste Tracey Milne AAHP Available for private & Party Cwww.whatcomesnext4u.comonsultations*Long Distance Specialist ancestors for generations back. 22 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent BUSINESS DIRECTORY Call 519-284-0041 to inquire BARBER COUNTRY STORE FINANCIAL MORTGAGE RENTALS Mill Race Barber Co. 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Dianne St. Marys Memorial Hospi- passed peacefully, sur- tal on January 29th, 2021 CLASSIFIED rounded by her family. at the age of 80. Beloved She was the loving wife husband of Phyllis (nee of Ken Smale for 43 years Smith). Father of Bev & AD HERE FOR and wonderful mother Kel Thomson. Grandfather to Jason (Clare), Alicia of Justin and Ryan Thom- JUST $10 (Scott), Nicole and Kenneth Brent Smale. Her son and great-grandfather of Taylor and Tristan. legacy also leaves six precious grandchildren; Brother of Glen Street (Klara) and Denis Street (Nelia). Lovingly remembered by many nieces Sofia, Marcus, Jasmine, Jacob, Eden and baby and nephews, the Smith family and treasured PER WEEK Grace. Devoted daughter of Vera Kemp, and by his many friends. Larry will be fondly re- sister to Cliff (Connie), Wendy (Terry) Ridgway membered for his kindness, sense of humour and Jim Bragg. She was predeceased by her and helping hands. He would do anything for father Earl Kemp and sister Carolyn Bragg. anyone. With her never-ending energy, Dianne worked 83 Queen St. E., St. Marys ON | 519-274-5750 SUDOKU His generosity will not be forgotten, especially as a nurse for 34 years at Hillside Nursing his gifts of a chocolate bar with a bottle of wa- Home in Sebringville. She loved living at the ter. Larry was an avid sports fan, cheering on China House Restaurant picturesque Downiedale Farms where she his Pittsburgh Steelers! and Ken raised their kids and dairy herd. Her 226-661-8888 love of travel inspired her second career as Cremation has taken place. A graveside ser- an attentive travel agent and she relished the vice will be in held in St. Marys Cemetery at a 226-661-8889 opportunities to see the world. She enjoyed life, later date. Memorial donations may be made 202 Queen St E, St. Marys family members and friends and loved making to the Ontario Heart & Stoke Foundation or (10% off for cash sales) everyone feel welcome at a party. Spotlight Church in Stratford. Arrangements with the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home Dianne was always there to brighten the lives of (519-284-2820). Online condolences at TREE SERVICE others. Campfires and sunsets in Grand Bend, www.hodgesfuneralhome.ca. walks, and hosting “Grandma and Grandpa camp” were just a few of her favourite things. BEAVER A celebration of Dianne’s memorable life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may THANK YOU be made to Jessica’s House Residential Hos- Everyone from Kingsway Lodge and Fairhill Bucket truck • Trimming pice in Exeter. Eleanor Roosevelt once wrote ‘Many people will walk in and out of your life, Residence wish to express their sincere ap- • Stump Grinding • QUIZ ANSWERS but only true friends will leave footprints in your preciation to all residents, staff, volunteers, heart.’ Dianne left footprints on many hearts. families, friends and our St. Marys community 1) Santa Maria Arrangements with the Andrew L. Hodges Fu- who so generously donated, and supported our neral Home, St. Marys (519-284-2820). Online Penny Sale, Outdoor Bake Sale, Quilt Ticket 2) Islam condolences at www.hodgesfuneralhome.ca. Sale and Silent Auction. In total we were able to raise $8,222.35 during 3) 1 these difficult times! At KWL we are fundraising 4) A giraffe IN MEMORIAM to raise up our Sunken Gardens, in hopes to WATER TREATMENT build an Oasis Labyrinth Walk, and Garden/ 5) A used furniture BBQ area for our seniors and our St. Marys dealer community. Thank you St. Marys - what a generous sup- 6) Iraq Hudson portive community! Very much appreciated! In memory of Bill Hudson, 7) Ox February 4, 2020, a wonder- 8) Willy ful father and Poppa We think of you all the time IN MEMORIAM 9) Tolstoy and miss you so much. GORDON DANN 10) Michelangelo Love, Rosann and Aaron PUMP SALES & SERVICE LTD. Gregory 1629 Blackmaple Cres. London, ON • N5Y 6L7 Authorized dealer for In loving memory of Gordon, a dear father and NOVO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL grandfather, who passed away February 8, WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT 1992. Water Treatment Specialists MEDIA TO STAY UPDATED The years may wipe out many things • Water Softners • Iron Filters • Drinking Water Systems But this they'll wipe out never • Ultra Violet Light Systems & Distillers FACEBOOK.COM/STMARYSINDY The memory of those happy days Cell: 519-671-0470 When we were all together. 1-800-328-0392 TWITTER.COM/STMARYSINDY Lovingly remembered by Kathy, Denise, REPAIRS TO MOST MAKES Mike and families. 24 Thursday, February 4, 2021 St. Marys Independent TAKEOUT & DELIVERY MENU 519-284-1777 940 Queen Street East, St. Marys Ontario NEW HOURS: Sun 3pm - 7pm, Mon & Tues CLOSED Wed 3pm - 7pm, Thurs 11am - 8pm, Fri 11am - 8pm, Sat 11am - 8pm Appetizers Sandwiches Pastas
NEW! Dipper Platter for 2 22 Country Fried Steak 19 Beef Stroganoff 24 Quesadilla and Naan wedges plus your choice of three Tenderized steak battered and deep fried, covered with Beef, mushrooms and peppers in a wine gravy cream 4oz dipping sauces. Marinara, sour cream and salsa. mushroom onion cream sauce. sauce, served on egg noodles. NEW! Quesadilla 12 Warm quesadilla stuffed with cheese, peppers and Homerun Burger 17 Chicken Parm 23 onions. Includes sour cream and house made salsa. Our seasoned beef patty plus our bourbon BBQ sauce, Hand breaded, butterflied chicken topped with sauteed deep-fried tomato, onion relish, bacon and cheese. mushrooms, onions, peppers and blush sauce and NEW! Nachos 18 melted cheese on a bed of fusilli. Fresh, house made tortilla chips, loaded up with Burger 12 seasoned ground beef, cheese, black beans and more! 6oz of juicy beef seasoned with our house blend of Chicken Carbonara 22 Spinach Dip 14 seasonings, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle. Sliced chicken breast with sauteed mushrooms, bacon and onions tossed with a garlic cream sauce. Stuffed Portobello 10 Pulled Pork 15 Made by hand in house! Pulled pork with house BBQ Pad Thai - VEG 19 Garlic Bread Sticks 9 sauce and onion rings on a kaiser. Rice noodles and sauteed mixed vegetables with a tamarind & lime sauce crowned with roasted peanuts. Spring Rolls 13 Chicken Parm 17 Hand breaded butterflied chicken, topped with Wings 15 marinara, sauteed mushrooms, onion, peppers and Mains melted cheese on a ciabatta bun. Fries 6 Sauces BBQ Chicken 14 Steak Dinner 7oz 30 | 10oz 38 S w Chicken in our bourbon BBQ sauce with melted cheese, 7 or 10 ounces of grilled perfection. Served with your Poutine 10 Bourbon BBQ Honey Garlic eet/ S lettuce and tomato on a Kaiser. choice of potato, seasonal vegetables and onion rings. Plum Caesar a v o
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Burger & Fries 10 Stuffing Everything Bagel u b Basmati rice and finished with choice of walnuts or Greek 9 12 s toasted sesame seeds. Sloppy Joe 10 Garlic Parm Lemon Pepper Garden 7 10 Lemon Dill Add extra protein to any salad, pasta or main! Make any small salad or sandwich a wrap! Add fries to Chicken +$4 | Beef +$6 | Shrimp +$8 your salad wrap for $3, or sweet potato fries for $4. Daily Specials Wet your whistle Sunday Steak & Seniors Thursday Burgers & Beers Seniors get 10% off all day! $10 Burgers! Burger and a craft beer for $18. Special deals on all our steak dishes. Make it a Grand Slam (Homerun+Craft) for $25.
Wednesday Wings Wings Wings! Friday Halibut & Chips A pound of our wings for $12. Only the best for you! Grab 2 pieces of our A pound of wings and a craft beer for $20! famous fish for $18. Coming Soon
Saturday Pasta Party Get any 2 pasta dishes for $40 Pasta specials included! Nacho, Bourbon BBQ Chicken, All craft beers $8 Shrimp & Steak. Your favourite missing? Let us know!