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The Creemore Inside the Echo Echo Friday, February 6, 2015 Vol. 15 No. 06 thecreemoreecho.com Taking a break Play ball! Food bank coordinator retires Smith gets baseball scholarship PAGE 3 PAGE 8 News and views in and around Creemore Publications Mail Agreement # 40024973 Grain truck tips, leaks diesel fuel Echo Briefs by Trina Berlo Walk for Memories A tractor trailer tipped on Sunnidale Matthew Vorstermans i s Concession 7 Tuesday, spilling diesel participating in his tenth Walk for fuel. Memories, benefitting the Alzheimer Clearview Fire Department Deputy Society of Simcoe County on Feb. 15 Chief Roree Payment said the and he is hoping to raise $3,900. transport truck with a double trailer The Creemore resident has raised left the road and rolled into a deep almost $24,000 for the Alzheimer ditch east of County Road 10, between Society. New Lowell and Sunnidale Corners. Vorstermans is inspired by the The fire department was called to the memory of his grandmother who scene just before 5 p.m. Firefighters suffered from Alzheimer’s disease responded from New Lowell and from 2000 until her death in 2006. Stayner. To donate, visit walkformemories. When emergency crews arrived, the ca, click on sponsor individual, under driver, a 57-year-old man, was out of the sponsor a walker tab and search the vehicle, said Payment. for Matthew Vorstermans or call 705- He sustained minor injuries and was 466-2756. treated on scene by paramedics. Firefighters concentrated on Brentwood hort club containing and cleaning up the fuel that was leaking from the truck’s seeks gardeners tanks. The Brentwood Horticultural Club is “We estimated about 120 litres looking for people who are interested of diesel was spilled, however we in establishing a community garden in were able to capture most of it,” said the Brentwood and New Lowell area. Payment. Organizers have learned that there The truck was transporting grain to is interest in a garden but before Collingwood. Clearview Fire Department photo undertaking such a project, the club Payment said the company that had A truck carrying grain tipped on Concession 7 near New Lowell at sunset would like to hear from those interested purchased the grain arranged to have Tuesday evening, spilling diesel fuel. in participating. a vacuum elevator offload the product Anyone interested is invited to attend onto another truck, beginning at about Concession 7 was closed for a about 10 p.m. when a heavy tow truck the next Brentwood Horticultural Club 8 p.m. couple of hours while the transfer company took responsibility for the meeting, or call Willow Windatt at He said most of the grain was took place. fuel leak and began working to get the 705-424-6549, e-mail susiecosack@ contained within the truck. Fire crews cleared the scene at truck out of the ditch. yahoo.ca. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Hall on Tuesday, Flu season on the wane, worst in years Feb. 24. The Simcoe Muskoka Medical have been 411 lab-confirmed cases of of influenza. Author speaks at Officer of Health is lifting a declaration influenza, about 10 per cent more cases While there has been a sharp decline of widespread influenza activity. than at the same point in the 2012- in cases, associate Medical Officer of Black History event Dr. Charles Gardner announced 2013 season, the last time widespread Health Dr. Colin Lee said the flu has A Black History event hosted by the Wednesday, Feb. 4, that the widespread activity was declared, including 42 not disappeared from the region and is Stayner Heritage Society will feature flu activity is subsiding. institutional outbreaks. still causing serious illness for some Peter Meyler, co-author of the book According to health professionals, In the last two weeks there has been a people. A Stolen Life: Searching for Richard it was one of the worst influenza marked reduction in attendance to local “Much of Ontario is still in the midst Pierpoint, who was sold into slavery in seasons in Simcoe and Muskoka in emergency departments for influenza- of a very active flu season, so people the late 1700s at the age of 16. recent memory. The flu peaked locally like-illness. need to continue taking measures to The event will take place on during the week of Dec. 28 to Jan. 3 The declaration of widespread prevent the spread of the disease to Wednesday, Feb. 25 at Centennial when 87 new lab-confirmed cases were influenza activity served as a trigger others around them,” said Lee, adding United Church at 7:30 p.m. Admission diagnosed, more than double the total for health care facilities to initiate that some flu seasons also experience is free but freewill offerings will be of the previous week. To date there strategies to control the further spread (See “Flu” on page 3) accepted. Taking care of buyers and sellers in Mulmur and the Creemore hills for 38 years

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Friday, February 6 Saturday, February 7 is from 3 to 5 p.m. today at The Arts Centre, Hurontario • New Lowell's Sunnidale Winterama: Spaghetti • New Lowell's Sunnidale Winterama: Pancake Street, Collingwood. Show runs to March 1. Supper & Cake Walk (dessert silent auction) from Breakfast at New Lowell Legion from 8 to 10 a.m.; 4:30 to 7 p.m. at New Lowell Legion; Burning of Parade at 10:30 a.m.; Craft Show at New Lowell Sunday, February 8 the Green at 7 p.m. at the New Lowell Rec Park; United Church from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Opening • New Lowell's Sunnidale Winterama: Big Breakfast Comedy Night with Yuk Yuk's at 9 p.m. at New Ceremonies at 11 a.m.; children's games & demo at at New Lowell Legion from 9 a.m. to noon; Barrie Lowell Legion (adults only). www.clearview.ca 11:15 a.m.; Soup Off at Smith Brothers from 11:30 a.m. Snowmobile Club Fun Run from 9 to 11 a.m. • Tibetan Singing Bowls. A weekly group session to 3 p.m.; Radar Runs begin at 12:30 p.m.; Euchre at • Church Services. See page 5. from 1 to 2:15 p.m. at The Sanctuary, 1 Caroline New Lowell Legion from 1 to 4 p.m.; Baseball Hitting • Curiosity House Books presents the inaugural Creemore Street West. 6 classes $120 or $25 per class, pre- Competition at Smith Brothers at 4:30 p.m.; Dance at Winter Classic`s Hockey Sweater Show. Vote for your registration required, contact lisakristine.om@ New Lowell Legion from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. favourite sweater in the store. From 2 to 4 p.m. Family gmail.com or 705-520-0103. • Opening Reception for the Blue Mountain friendly event. Winner to be announced February 22. 178 Foundation of the Arts Members Art Show & Sale Mill Street. 705-466-3400 curiosityhousebooks.com Upcoming Events Monday, February 9 Church, Caroline Street West. Come one day or both. Thursdays, February 19, 26 and March 5 • Clearview Township’s Public Meeting to receive Gentle, no floor or mat work. Can be performed seated • Free introductory Astronomy Seminars from 7 to input on the Council Proposed Budget at 7 p.m. or standing . Must be 55+ with a valid Ontario Health 9 p.m. at the Orangeville Public Library. For more at the Council Chambers. Everyone welcome. Card. For more information call 705-309-7054 or information email [email protected]. • Savvy Sense is an organization focused on empowering [email protected]. women to “confidently transform their relationship Friday, February 20 with money”. This complimentary session will be Saturday, February 14 • Come meet Christine Elliott, Candidate for leader led by Debbie Bullock and is open to all women. • Creemore Skating Club’s Valentine’s Bake Sale of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario. Refreshments will be provided. At Ramona Greer at the Creemore Arena lobby from 10 a.m. to 1 She will be at Station on the Green from 3:30 to 5 CGA. Office 7351 Highway 26, Stayner at 6 p.m. Call p.m. Everyone welcome. Stop by to find cookies, p.m. All welcome. 705-428-2171 by February 6 to RSVP. cupcakes, tarts, brownies and maybe a pie or two! • Creemore Legion's Sweetheart Supper. Lasagna, Saturday, February 21 • Dunedin Women’s Friendship Club at 7:30 p.m. • Clearview Community Theatre's "Opening the at Dunedin Hall. We will be playing “Friendship Caesar salad, cheese cake, bun & butter for $15. Take- out only. Pick up from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Please call before Door", a music and variety show fundraiser for The Feud”. All welcome. Door youth centre in Stayner. Two shows at Clearview • ChoralWorks Choir – Starting our 2nd exciting February 10 to place your order at 705-466-2202 or 705-466-2432. Community Church, 1070 County Rd 42, Stayner: season! Rehearsals on Mondays at 7 p.m., starting matinee at 2 p.m. and evening show at 7 p.m. Tickets: tonight through to May, at Collingwood Public • Stayner Lions Club Ham & Bean Supper at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, call Diane at 705-424-3072 or $10 at door. Bake sale Library. Especially welcome altos, tenors and and a raffle draw. www.clearviewcommunitytheatre.ca. basses with music reading skills. Contact Brian Stayner. Serving from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $12.50, Rae at 705-444-5857 www.choralworks.com children 6-12 $5. 5 and under free. Takeout available. Wednesday, February 25 Proceeds to go towards District Governor’s Project: • Stayner Heritage Society announces the annual Mondays and Wednesdays the purchase of a new vehicle for the Simcoe Black History Event at Centennial United Church • Walking Indoors at Creemore Legion begins Muskoka CNIB office. (corner of William & Oak) Stayner at 7:30 p.m. today at 10 am. Walk all winter long on Mondays featuring Peter Meyler, co-author of the book and Wednesdays. Everyone welcome. Cancelled if Wednesday, February 18 • Creemore Horticultural Society Meeting at 7:30 A Stolen Life: Searching for Richard Pierpoint buses at school are cancelled. For more information (sold into slavery in the late 1700’s at 16yrs) call 705-466-2330. p.m. at St Luke’s Anglican Church, Caroline Street West. “All About Seeds” (everything you need to Tuesday, February 10 know about seeds & then some). All are welcome • Creemore Adult Skating Tuesdays through the & refreshments will be served. winter from 1:30 to 2:30 pm at Creemore Arena. Good friends, good ice, good music. 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Organizers of the Creemore Big Heart Jeffries said after 10 years with the Street Hockey Tournament are looking food bank, seven years as coordinator, for people willing to wield a hockey she is stepping back to take a break. She stick and take on a tennis ball. said she is planning to take six months During Creemore Big Heart Days, off before considering returning to the the BIA is mounting the street hockey food bank as a volunteer. tournament on Saturday, Feb. 14. After an injury and the loss of her Organizers are looking for mixed son, she said she needs a break. teams – each team must have at least “I feel like I have been doing the last one woman in play at all times – two years almost on auto pilot,” said for a knock-out format tournament Jeffries. “It’s just time to take a break.” beginning at noon. Each team will have During the last decade, Jeffries said three players and one goalie on the she has seen the food bank’s client list ‘rink’ at a time during two 10-minute triple. periods. Substitutions are allowed. “When we first started, we would “This is for fun, to get out and get see about 30 families in a month and some fresh air and do a little bit for now we are seeing about 90 families in charity,” said BIA executive committee a month,” said Jeffries. member Jim Pearse. “There won’t be She said those people come from all any NHL scouts in the audience.” over Clearview Township. There will be a final later in the The food bank was taken on by the afternoon, with the whole tournament Stayner Ministerial Association in Contributed photo wrapping up around 4 p.m. 2008, from the Salvation Army. Jeffries A retirement party was held for Clearview Stayner Food Bank coordinator There is a $10 entry fee per team oversaw a move to the food bank's new Wendy Jeffries (second from right) Saturday. Pictured is Larry Culham with half of the money doled out for Main Street location in Stayner in 2013. (from left), Clearview Township councillor Robert Walker and Tamara prizes and the other half donated to the The new coordinator is Pam Royal. Culham. charity of the winning team’s choice. The action will take place on Elizabeth Street, between Creemore Springs Brewery and the Old Mill Pop-up shop makes move permanent House Pub. Mill Street will be closed by Trina Berlo “It’s a great addition, to have a place custom orders. during the day on Feb. 14 for Creemore Marcy Stewart has decided to set to go and people know they can always Flowers can be sent locally and Big Heart Days activities. The event up shop permanently in Creemore’s have fresh, beautiful flowers,” said Stewart is also working with darci-que continues in the evening outside downtown. Stewart. to offer a balloon service. Creemore Kitchen. From 7 p.m. to 9 Stewart operated her seasonal pop- She is expanding on her past floral Floral arrangements can be sent p.m. people are invited to enjoy live up shop at the Florist Fairy over the work, having made floral bouquets and around the world from the Creemore music and a beer around a fire. Christmas season with no intention of centerpieces for events. shop through FTD. Throughout the weekend, many making it a permanent location for her She said she enjoys creating with The store carries seasonal décor, gifts Creemore businesses will be decorated business, Ms. Design, known for its the flowers and botanicals and finds it and local art and during Creemore Big in red and will have special offerings, greenery and seasonal décor. therapeutic. Heart Days, encompassing Valentine’s all in celebration of the village with After the holidays, she had a change With a certified florist on staff, Day, the shop will have bouquets of the big heart. of heart and decided to stay on in the Flowers by Ms. Design will be doing roses and other flowers ready for quick Anyone interested in registering as retail space, renamed Flowers by Ms. flowers for weddings, funerals and pick-up. a team or as individuals, to be matched Design, saying it just felt right and it is special events. It will also have flowers Flowers by Ms. Design offers daily up with other players, is asked to e-mail a good fit with her business and a good available on demand, by special order service at 5 Francis Street East, Unit 1, [email protected] or call 1-647- fit for the community. within two days and will be taking behind Foodland. 457-2065.

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4174_Cree_BWAd(4.93x2.5)Bv1.indd 1 1/24/08 9:24:44 AM 4 • The Creemore Echo • Friday, February 6, 2015 Feedback and old photos welcome [email protected] call 705-466-9906 Opinion &Feedback fax 705-466-9908 Editorial Budgets must be driven by realism Heartfelt Editor: Is it realistic to keep planning and spending for Budgets are indeed more than the bottom line and growth paid through increased taxes, or is it more they are certainly political because it takes a group of practical to cut costs that have built up over the past people to develop them. Budgets reflect the view of decade? thank you township staff and council regarding the future. The Historically, Clearview has been an agricultural real question is: are budgets responsible and do they area since the Petuns and Wyandot. Over time, meet the needs of those who ultimately pay; in short, recreational and retirement settlement were added to event do they reflect value for money? along with service industries. This will not change in The editorial suggests council is not thinking about the near-term. Sure, developers have bought tracts of moving the community forward; that growth is not land but these are long-term holds for 20 or 30 years volunteers being considered. What’s wrong with the way we are? i.e., until demand for a bedroom community arises to Has anyone considered that? support larger urban centres. If February’s festivities are any indication of how As a 25-year resident of Clearview, my take on As to housing, the McIntosh development on the we are feeling at the midwinter point, we really ‘growth’ is this: east side of Creemore has been stalled again and need to get out of the house. Past councils planned for growth and built up again by township planners. This project would have Sun deprived, with dry skin and envious of infrastructure and staff costs over the past 10 years. provided affordable housing to younger families and everyone who is in Mexico, it is time for some fun. This strategy has failed. Clearview’s population seniors alike. Why has it not been fast-tracked? Now There are lots of activities encouraging us to get remains about the same today as it was 10 years ago, its future is in doubt. Further, any recent new buildings outside and enjoy the snow before it leaves us… in despite huge ‘growth’ expenditures. Councils have are infill projects which have not been numerous, eight short weeks. been sold a bill of goods. affordable or attractive to the community. It is a time to step out of hibernation, to mix and While the residential tax base remained static over Budgets must be driven by realism and fiscal mingle with neighbours and fellow community the last decade, property taxes increased 80 per cent, prudence. members. staffing costs nearly doubled, education and county The most recent edition of the 2015 budget is a Sunnidale Winterama is already under way in levies and administrative expenditures all increased good start, except for the dipping into reserves. Given New Lowell this weekend with a spaghetti supper, as have user fees. Yet, overall benefits to property the budgetary “cholesterol” built up over the past burning of the green, fireworks and comedy night owners from these increases are minimal. decade, upon which this budget is based, there is no tonight (Friday, Feb. 6). Activities continue through To be fair, growth plans were developed when conscionable reason the 2015 budget can’t reflect a the weekend, during the 39th annual festival, which Ontario was riding high economically. zero increase. It is totally reasonable for taxpayers is a cherished tradition in Clearview Township. Today, Ontario is a have-not province and the to expect council and staff to collectively achieve It is easy to spot the true locals as their heads are national economic outlook is gloomy. this goal. weighed down by the number of collectable buttons Provincial and county subsidies to the township At least, that’s the way I see it. pinned to their toques. are down and will probably remain so. This isn’t a Doug Mills, Next weekend, we get a triple whammy with good omen for growth but a signal for belt-tightening. Creemore. Family Day, Valentine’s Day and Big Heart Days in Creemore. All three meld together under the umbrella of Further marginalization of sex offenders love and family. Creemore’s main street will be closed to vehicles on Feb. 14 but open to activity. Organizers are not helpful in rehabilitation promising lots of activities throughout the day and Editor: database is accessible to police. It contains addresses, businesses are encouraged to feel the love and paint I am relatively new to the Creemore area having descriptions, and other information regarding sex the town red. moved to a place in Glencairn just under a year offenders. The offender is obligated to keep the We truly commend all the volunteers who put a ago. But I am not relatively new to the world of information on file up-to-date for the period ordered. lot of work into pulling these events together. criminal law and those convicted of very serious There are no complaints from any quarter about the They have big hearts and lots of love for their criminal offences: that I have been involved with for adequacy of this legislation from a safety perspective. communities. over 40 years as a criminal defence lawyer. Having represented individuals charged with these It’s not easy to organize an event that will please I was shocked and appalled that your newspaper despicable offences, I have been left in no doubt that everyone and there will always be critics but we would have found it newsworthy to print a picture further marginalization from society will not be at all want all the dedicated volunteers to know that their of an individual that the OPP have targeted, not for helpful in any effort (no matter how little) towards hard work is appreciated and we know there are being a suspect of an ongoing investigation but for their rehabilitation. It is my belief that treatment with many headaches along the way. simply living in the area and for being a convicted community support is the only option that has the Clearview Township can be proud of its volunteer sex offender. It was also reported that this individual potential for success. Indeed Correctional Services of spirit. is being monitored both by professionals in the parole Canada has been involved in a project called Circles No one can deny that the communities that make and probation office in Barrie and also by means of of Support & Accountability (COSA) stewarded up Clearview were built on volunteerism. an ankle monitoring device. by the Mennonite Central Committee of Ontario. I As some of those volunteers get older and head I would be very surprised that he is the only such have actually had a client in the project. They are south for the winter we must ensure that there is person living in the townships serviced by The remarkable folk. another wave coming up the ranks. Creemore Echo that the police have an interest in and I In my humble opinion, this item was not newsworthy The success of every festival and event in know he is not the only such convicted person living in in print or online and provided more of a disservice to Clearview can be attributed to community the County of Simcoe. Given the requirements of the the people reading The Creemore Echo than a service. volunteers. What would we do without them? Sex Offender Information Registration Act (SOIRA), Tony Bryant, Stay home. all sex offenders are required to be registered and the Glencairn.

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Tech Support: Dr. Phil 3 Caroline St. W., Box 1219 • Creemore, ON L0M 1G0 • Tel: 705-466-9906 • Fax: 705-466-9908 • [email protected] The Creemore Echo • Friday, February 6, 2015 • 5 Fire and ice dish sure to melt hearts next weekend Stephen and I just got (Valentine’s Day) and fun back from Las Vegas, (Family Day) to prepare a Peaches Avalon Now for the exciting part! This and managed to return special meal in the comfort ½ cup butter flambé technique takes very little with some money in our and coziness of your own ½ cup light brown sugar time, so be ready. Measure the peach pockets! Actually, neither home. 2 tablespoons peach schnapps schnapps and brandy into a measuring one of us are big gamblers Many of you are ½ cup brandy cup. Pour liquor mixture over top of but we did take in the first familiar with Bananas 1 bag frozen peach slices (or 4 fresh fruit in pan. Using a long match or a peaches, peeled and sliced) barbecue lighter, ignite the mixture night Rod Stewart concert creemore dish Elaine Foster, a treat usually COLLIER at Caesar’s Palace while reserved for restaurants Melt butter in large sauté pan with in the pan. Even if you don’t see any we were there. Hard to where they prepare this brown sugar. Cook over medium high blue or orange flames, it is flambéing believe Rod just turned 70 years old, dessert tableside. It originated in New heat until all sugar is dissolved. Add so do not lean over the pan or you’ll but he still has all the moves – although Orleans at the world famous restaurant peaches and cook for approximately lose your eyebrows! When flames not quite as rambunctious as when I Brennan’s and is named after a friend 3-5 minutes just until slices start to subside, or you blow them out, gently first saw him at Maple Leaf Gardens of the owner. While I certainly like soften, stirring occasionally. Be gentle pour peaches over French vanilla ice during my high school years! Now it’s bananas, I thought I would start with a as peaches are a delicate fruit, fresh cream and serve immediately. busy B&B time and we will be sticking different fruit and settled on peaches. or frozen. Makes two generous servings. close to home for the rest of the winter This is a very nice dessert to make season. during the winter, because: 1) it doesn’t Flambéing will burn off most if not Day as well as an adventurous Family Valentine’s Day, Family Day and take a lot of preparation time; 2) it all of the alcohol but leave the flavour Day weekend in the village. the Creemore Big Heart Days are all is served hot over ice cream (hence and boost the peachy taste. If you’ve Feedback is great and I would love fast approaching, which makes for a the fire and ice theme); and 3) frozen never tried this technique before, you to hear from you. very busy weekend jam-packed with sliced peaches can be used, which are need to exercise some caution in the You can e-mail me at elaine@ different activities. While it is always a as good as fresh in this dish. The list kitchen. That being said, you learn avalonclearview.com. pleasure to go out for dinner (certainly of ingredients is small, but requires that good cooking techniques best by doing, Until next time, eat well, live well… one of my favourite pastimes), you flambé – a French cooking term and half the fun is making this dessert sometimes the weather just doesn’t that simply means “flamed.” To achieve numerous times! PASSPORT I wish you all a Happy Valentine’s cooperate. Then, it is just as romantic it, you need alcohol and a heat source. PHOTOS Wind turbine threat should take precedence Editor: about. and straight, Muslim and Christian, I continue to be amazed at the Our community is about to change young and old – should be welcomed amount of time and attention given to forever. If you don’t know what these into our community with open arms, the gay pride flag. Come on guys! It’s turbines will do to Creemore, just drive kindness and respect. Any form of 2015. The gay issue is so old. It doesn’t to Shelburne and experience firsthand intolerance is unacceptable. deserve space in our little town paper. the concrete and steel monsters. Then Let’s focus on the issues that really 9 Wellington St. E, Creemore I hope that our great residents have return to our quiet hamlet and envision impact our lives. 705 466-5775 more pressing issues on their minds. what our new reality will be if we Diane McQuaig, bryandavies.com Like the huge looming threat of the do not fight hard to stop WPD from Creemore. wind turbines that are destined to ripping up our roads and lands as they plummet our land values (yes, in the begin the laborious and invasive task town too) and disrupt our peace and of constructing these hideous and tranquility. Now there is an issue we inefficient industrial towers. should be talking about, picketing for, It goes without saying that all and getting really hot under the collar wonderful souls – black and white, gay Planning Local Church something Directory Sunday, February 8 great this Creemore United Pastoral Charge The Salvation Army ** Back to regular services ** Hope Acres Community Church Feb 8: New Lowell Church at 9:45 a.m. Invites you to attend and St. John’s Creemore at 11 a.m. Sunday Church Services at 10:45 a.m. year? All welcome • 705-466-2200 998614 Mulmur Tosorontio Townline, Glencairn For more info call (705) 466-3435 The Creemore Echo would like to hear from

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FREE DELIVERY WARM UP 705-812-8147 IN TOWN! 5 Francis St. E. Creemore BY OUR FIRE LOTS OF GIFTS FOR YOUR SWEETIE 5 Francis St. E. (behind Foodland) We`ll be serving hot chocolate & have a fire out front 705-812-8147 of the store for Saturday`s Big Heart Day on Feb 14 8 • The Creemore Echo • Friday, February 6, 2015 Alliston takes last regular season Siskins game in shoot-out by Alex Hargrave Alas, the real hockey season began Thursday night for Contributed photo a very good Stayner Siskins Junior C hockey team. Konar Smith has been awarded a baseball scholarship at a Pennsylvania university. Smith is flanked That’s right, you guessed it – the playoffs began by assistant coach Evan Euler (left) and Gannon University baseball head coach Nate Cocolin. Thursday night at the igloo in Stayner. Stayner improved dramatically from beginning to the regular season’s end, finishing second in the Smith gets baseball scholarship league, four points behind the perennial champion Alliston Hornets. Konar Smith has been given a scholarship to him to be reliable defender. On and off the field November, December, and January were Gannon University in Pennsylvania this fall, an Konar demonstrates tremendous leadership skills. phenomenal months for the Siskins with the club NCAA Division II school, playing baseball for the His combination of academic skill and athletic skills only losing once in regulation time. Gannon Golden Knights. will make a successful collegiate player,” said John Friday night in Alliston, with both clubs cementing The Angus resident will be studying athletic Milton, 17U coach former scout for The Toronto their top positions, they had nothing to play for but training and exercise science. A Grade 12 student Blue Jays. testosterone rights. As it turned out, with all the at Nottawasaga Pines Secondary School, Konar has Smith currently instructs baseball clinics, lessons, bumping and hitting aside, these two teams are very played on the varsity baseball team. and camps at Smith Brothers Baseball Central, comparable. It took a shoot-out to determine a winner He is the son of Kirk Smith and Kelly Barrow- where he enjoys passing his knowledge onto younger in this one, 5-4, for Alliston. Smith, owners of Smith Brothers Baseball Central players. Both clubs turned the jets on in the second period in New Lowell. He is also the pitching coach for a 13U Winter scoring three times each after a 0-0 first period. The Knights finished the 2013 season 24-19 Developmental team the Central Ontario Reds. This After 60 minutes, the game ended in a 4-4 draw overall, concluding one of the best seasons in their team went to Michigan to compete in the fall and will with Sean Healy giving Stayner a lead 6:32 into the school’s history, which included the programs first be going to Florida for spring training. third. Two minutes later, Alliston tied it up. Neither ever divisional crown. The program has reached team scored in overtime meaning a shoot-out was double digits in league victories, the last three New Lowell player gets required. Alliston won this competition from the third seasons qualifying for the Pennsylvania State Athletic shooter scoring. As I said the clubs are equal. Let’s Conference (PSAC) Tournament twice in the last hope they don’t get knocked off and we get to see a three years. fastest fielder throw fan-pumping final. Smith plays for the Ontario Terriers on their 18U Fifty-eight players from across Ontario gathered at Scoring Stayner’s other goals in the second period team. In 2014, he participated in the Junior Sunbelt Smith Brothers Baseball Central in New Lowell Jan. were notched by Christian Papineau, Ricky Darrell, Classic in Oklahoma representing Team Canada and 25 to showcase their baseball talent in hope of being with his 31st goal, and Ben Lougheed. in 2012, he was selected to play on the YSBA All-Star recruited. There were many local area players from Coach Steve Walker has three goalies at his team and participated in the Ontario Summer Games. Simcoe County, as well as players from as far away disposal now. Walker said that he was going to rotate Last year, Smith’s Ontario Terriers 17U team won the as Ottawa and Sudbury. the three goalies and true to his word he gave Xavier Fergie Jenkins League 18U championship. Prior to College, university and MLB scouts were in Portelance the start, using Trevor Bloch, who played the Terriers, Smith played for four years with Angus attendance, hoping to find players to help lead their two games prior, as the back up. Portelance played Minor Baseball, six years with the Barrie Red Sox teams to victory. with poise blocking 29 shots. and one year with the Oakville Royals. While playing The following are the top results from the Showcase: The night before, newly signed goalie Nick Keleher with the Barrie Red Sox, he won the York Simcoe Fastest pitcher: Chase Porter 83 mph (Team Ontario, got the call to go between the pipes against Fergus. Championship in 2008 and 2010. Whitby); Catcher pop time: Ethan Kopel (Ontario The Devils were not happy with Walker’s decision, “Konar is a tall, athletic outfielder that can play Athletics, Richmond Hill) and Jordan Bryant as they were unable to get one by the 20-year-old in all three outfield positions. At the plate he possesses (Ontario Outlaws, Mitchell) 2 seconds; Fastest 90- 27 chances. deceptive power to all fields as result of his sound foot run: Eduardo Sanchez-Ma (West Toronto) and Meanwhile, Stayner shooters had little trouble hitting approach. His combination of speed and game Michael Shulman (Vaughan Vikings) 3.90 seconds; finding the mesh against Fergus winning 8-0. Kyle awareness allows Konar to be a plus base runner. Fastest fielders throw: Jake Wilson 85 mph (Great Lafreniere, Darrell, 2, Lougheed, Quinten Bruce, Defensively, Konar’s speed and arm strength allows Lakes Canadians, New Lowell). Griffin Pearce, Brandon Watson, Jameison Buck, and Lucas Jeffery all scored in the romp. TOWNSHIP OF MULMUR Bruce, by the way, finished third in the league in scoring with 25 goals and 42 assists for 67 points. FILE CLERK Winning the scoring title was Hornets’ Nic Archibald, (CONTRACT SUMMER STUDENT POSITION) 74 points from 25 goals and 49 assists. Erin’s Adam To qualify for summer student employment with the Township of Mulmur, you must be: Gibson was runner-up scoring the most goals in the • Currently enrolled full-time in a secondary, post-secondary or other educational institution as requested;and returning to league, 37, and assisting on 31 for 68 points. Darrell secondary, post-secondary or other educational institution on a full-time basis in the next upcoming fall term. Documen- was seventh, 31-26-57. Siskins’ Sean Healy was tation regarding your student status may be required. ranked number 21 with 14 goals and 26 assists. Reporting to the Treasurer, you will be responsible for implementing the creation of the Township’s property roll files. By winning the league, Alliston, 32-6-1-1, gets In order to complete this task the successful candidate will be charged with manually and electronically filing all home ice advantage all the way through the playoffs. documentation related to each property. As well, they get the eighth seed in the first round. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Fergus, 16-20-2-2 nipped into the last playoff spot • Due to the nature of this position, preference will be given to post-secondary students enrolled in business administration with 36 points, one shootout loss more than Erin, 35 or records management programs points. • Experience in organization, records management and previous office administration is an asset Stayner, 28-6-3-3 played seventh seed Orillia Terriers, 17-20-0-3, Thursday in Stayner. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent time management and organization; attention to detail; good problem solving; self-starter; work The second game is back in Orillia Saturday with independently and efficiently; maintains confidentiality; computer savvy; able to learn new skills quickly; punctual, a 1:30 puck drop for game 3 in Stayner. The fourth reliable and responsible; excellent interpersonal skills; effective communication skills and strong work ethics. game is in Orillia Wednesday. This contract runs from May 4th until August 28th, 2015 at a rate of $13.46 per hour. Huntsville, 24-14-2-0, finished third and earned Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until February 20th, 2015 and may be summited to: Schomberg Cougars, 18-19-1-2 as its opponent. The Heather Boston, Treasurer | 758070 2nd Line E, Mulmur, ON L9V 0G8 finals series pits Penetang Kings, 20-15-1-4, against [email protected] Ph: 705-466-3341 X 233 | Fax: 705-466-2922 the Caledon Golden Hawks, 18-8-2-2. We thank all those applicants who apply and advise that acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited Midland was the other team not to make the for an interview. Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of playoffs. Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. The Creemore Echo • Friday, February 6, 2015 • 9

Fun&Games Weekend Weather by Spike & Rusty Word Scramble Sudoku Barbara Simpson Do you know Friday, February 6 I do, Spike. 1 6 3 what Creemore Flurries I walked to needs badly, High -6 Low -14 the TD Bank 7 8 6 Rusty? Wind NW 25 km/h looking for POP 60% 2 3 8 1 B E O R L B C! Saturday, February 7 1 4 5 Light snow High -7 Low -10 9 3 Wind NE 10 km/h 6 8 2 POP 80% Sunday, February 8 3 8 9 4 Coudy High -11 Low -14 5 1 3 Wind E 20 km/h POP 40% 9 3 8 by Ken Thornton Answer on Classifieds page Find this week’s answer in Classifieds

Fred’s Funnies It was so cold . . . 9 4 1 8 5 6 3 2 7 When Miller’s Dairy milked the cows, they got ice cream! 5 7 8 2 3 1 6 4 9 When they milked 2 3 6 4 7 9 5 8 1 the brown cows, they got 8 2 3 1 4 7 9 6 5 chocolate ice cream! 1 5 4 9 6 3 2 7 8 Canadian6 9 7 5 8 Criss2 4 1 Cross3 February 6, 2015 3 8 2 6 1 5 7 9 4 ACROSS DOWN 1.4 Large6 jug 5with a7 wide9 spout8 1 31. Ages2 in history 5. Seductive woman 2. Was dressed in 9.7 Put 1on or 9take off3 2 4 8 53. Wicked6 13. Move in changing directions 4. Blushing 14. Equatorial constellation 5. Singing parts 16. Evergreen tree 6. Sweet smell 17. Bone-dry 7. Soft, deep mud 18. Chain of mountains 8. Pea shell 20. Not any other 9. A guide in drawing curves 22. Neologist 10. Claim on another’s property 23. ___ breve 11. Concerning 24. Chestnut horse 12. Gritty-textured fruit 25. Early calculator 15. Town in Quebec 28. Dead-end street 19. A lot of 32. Simple machine 21. Mumble words 33. Men 24. Tool for drawing straight lines 34. In favour of 25. Music recording 35. Poet and singer of long ago 26. Enjoyable party 36. Down comforter 27. Canadian singer Lavigne 37. Unskilled worker 28. Admits defeat 38. One prefix 29. Say the letters of a word in order 39. Edmonton hockey player 30. Got up 40. Not correct 31. ___ Hatch (Canadian hard rock 41. Gingerbread ingredient band) 43. Negotiate with an enemy 33. Loose slippers 44. Small acting parts 36. Far away Find the answer to this week’s 45. Food for attracting animals 37. Short, indeclinable word 46. Seasickness 39. Willow branch Crossword on the Classifieds page. 49. Rock fragments 40. Non-discriminatory 53. Directly below 42. Not in attendance 55. Horse-drawn vehicle 43. Emotion of compassionate pity 56. Great benefit 45. Concrete in French 57. Not allowed 46. Protuberances 58. In ___ of 47. Ox native to Celebes 59. Director Gus Van ___ 48. Japanese noodle 51. Carbamide 60. Turns brown 49. “Aba ___ Honeymoon” 52. Bowl over 61. Panache 50. Rear part of an airplane 54. Have a bite 10 • The Creemore Echo • Friday, February 6, 2015 Big Heart potluck Feb. 19 Stargazers welcome Legion presents two Irma Flack received thank you notes from St. John’s United Church and at astronomy club life memberships Hope Acres Salvation The Dufferin Astronomy Association is welcoming Creemore Legion members and their guests Army Kettle Drive for our new members from the Creemore area. gathered Saturday, Jan. 10 to pay tribute to donations to them. community members and the branch membership

seniors The newly formed association, based just north of Also a note from Warren Shelburne, hopes to inspire and share an appreciation alike for the efforts that were given threw out this Gayle saying hello to all and Evelyn for the night sky and all things related to astronomy. past year. WARDEN we note that Warren will be The group, which usually holds night viewing Everyone pitched in to provide a wonderful dinner 93 next week. events out of Rosemont, is hosting a three-part for all. Lillian Hiltz has not been with us for some time as introductory seminar at the Mill Street branch of the Special thanks to Mark Madill and the ladies who she has been ill, however, we hear she may be back Orangeville Public Library in February. prepared the tasty meal. with us next week. The seminars take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Several awards were given to members of the Potluck day will be Feb. 19. Come join us for the on Feb. 19, Feb. 26 and March 5. Topics include both the Legion and the Ladies Auxiliary. Life tasty treats at noon sharp. the universe and our place in it, introduction to the memberships were given out to Dee Hanson, With the new format in place for the lucky draws, night sky and equipment considerations: telescopes, presented by Debbie Knott from Zone Command, 10 members won and they were Ruth Lougheed, binoculars, etc. and Mark Madill, presented by Deputy District Roy Veinot, Peter Gubbels, Marion Kelly, Kevin Attendees do not have to be a member of the club Commander Bob LaDasure. Keogh, Irma Flack, June Hartley, Marj Thomson, and no previous experience is required. These two individuals have served the Legion and Barb Cudmore and Edith Atkinson. Anyone planning to attend is asked to e-mail their community tirelessly for many years. We had eight full tables and only two moon shots [email protected]. Carol Percy was honored with a bouquet of played by Eileen Nash and the travel prize to Evelyn flowers for her 50 years of service to the ladies Warden. auxiliary. Winners for cards were Pat Winger, 329; Toosje Ed Stevens and Dave Smith were recognized Vasvari, 290; May Johnston, 283; Isabelle Gubbels, Lions host ham and for 65 years, Mike Sears for 30 years and Mike 272 and our Mr. Smith was low with 47. Loranger was presented an executive bar and poppy A few things a toddler can do that you can’t: bean supper Feb. 14 pin. Wear nothing but underwear and shoes when All of these people have served diligently at the Grandma comes over. The Stayner Lions Club is hosting a Ham and Bean Legion and for the community. Look cool wearing a Superman Cape. Supper at Centennial United Church in Stayner on Mike Loranger also received the Legionnaire of Eat the same food breakfast, lunch and dinner for Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14. the year. You can’t go very far at the Legion and not three weeks. Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults bump into Mike, at any event. Demand an audience while pooping. eat fro $12.50 and children ages six to 12 eat for $5. His award was well deserved. Sleep sideways across someone else’ s bed. Children five and under eat for free. The following groups received donations from Get an extra cookie from the sample lady just Take-out is available. the Legion: Ray’s place, Creemore Minor Hockey, because you are cute. Proceeds go to support the purchase of a new Creemore Figure Skating Club, Creemore Minor Completely fill your phone memory with nostril vehicle for the Simcoe Muskoka CNIB office. Soccer, Cadets, Cubs, Scouts, and the Nottawasaga selfies in two minutes. Creemore Public School band. Remember: Don’t look down on anyone unless you www.TheCreemoreEcho.com The Creemore Legion takes great pride in helping are helping them up. the youth in our community. • Service Directory •

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