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Brittany Carter but the best interest of the The Lake Report people of Niagara at heart,” Nicholson said. Niagara will continue to Baldinelli fought back see blue with an “elated” tears as he addressed the Tony Baldinelli taking the crowd of supporters, volun- win Monday night for the teers and family members Niagara Falls riding. And in his campaign office, though Liberals may take a thanking them for their minority government feder- support and vowing to be a ally, Baldinelli said the voice for the community. party platform of affordabil- “I stand here humbled by ity “really resonated with the decision and trust that people” locally. you’ve placed in me. For a “From day one we spoke young man who’s always about the need for making dreamed this day could life more affordable for one day be possible,” he everyday hard-working Ca- said after results of his win nadians, and I will take that rolled in. pledge with me to Ottawa,” Baldinelli inspired several Baldinelli said. local teens who took politics He was endorsed by to heart this election, and former Niagara Falls MP though they are not yet Rob Nicholson who said old enough to vote they supporting Baldinelli was volunteered their time to “an easy decision.” help make his campaign a “I’ve known Tony since success. before he got out of univer- Seventeen-year-old Arrah sity. I hired him to work in Patel spent her birthday vol- my Ottawa office and he did unteering for the campaign an outstanding job. He had integrity, he had nothing Continued on Page 2 Newly elected Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli smiles as the results come in Monday night. BRITTANY CARTER Garbage pick-up to be twice a month

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva green bins to recycle organ- The Lake Report ics, like food leftovers. The average garbage Starting next October, container put out to the garbage across Niagara will curb across the region every be picked up every second week contains 50 per cent week. organic material, 14 per Niagara regional council cent recyclable items and 36 has approved changing the per cent garbage, Niagara’s current weekly garbage col- acting director of waste Christmas carollers during the Candlelight Stroll in 2018. lection to alternate weeks, management services told FILE PHOTO/RICHARD HARLEY while continuing to pick councillors. up recycling and green bin Catherine Habermebl organic waste weekly. said biweekly collection Niagara Region has approved changing weekly garbage The decision was made at shouldn’t be seen as a re- collection to every other week, starting next October. NOTL goes a special council meeting duction in services. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA Thursday in a 19-8 vote. The volume of collected Lord Mayor Betty Disero garbage will remain the tional garbage tags. get goal of diverting 65 per Victorian for and Regional Coun. Gary same, she said, but the Switching to biweekly cent of waste from landfills, Zalepa voted in favour of frequency of collection will garbage collection would Habermebl said. the change. change. Residents will be encourage Niagara residents In 2018, the diversion rate winter season A major goal of the able to put out two garbage to use their green bins prop- was 56 per cent. change is to get more Ni- bags or containers every erly and the region needs a Story on Page 7 agara residents to use their other week and buy addi- policy change to hit its tar- Continued on Page 3 Page 2 October 24, 2019 MEET THE NEWS That’s what makes our Community Pharmacy different. www.simpsonspharmacy.ca Tories take Niagara Falls

Continued from Front Page Baldinelli’s leadership. “I in second place, thanked her think he’s a strong leader. campaign team, volunteers, and waiting out the election Whatever he does I can trust mentors and family mem- results at the campaign of- that he’ll do what’s best for bers. fice, which she said was the us.” “Looking at the polls, we “highlight of her day.” Lucas Heaslip, 15-year- did so well,” Kaiser told She said it was her birth- old Conservative supporter the crowd of supporters day wish for the Conserva- not only took an interest in gathered at Old Stone Inn tives to win, and though politics himself, he encour- Boutique Hotel in Niagara they didn’t garner enough aged his family to take Falls. “While we didn’t get support federally, she said more of an active role in the result we’ve wanted, we she was happy to see the lo- this year’s campaign. have re-energized Liberals cal riding remain blue. “This election matters across the riding.” “It doesn’t look great to me because we’ve had NDP candidate Brian (federally) by the numbers four years of scandals and Barker and his team gath- right now,” Patel said as incompetence and I just ered at D’Vinci’s Pizza, and the results came in. “But can’t stand to see all of had an attitude of perserver- I’m just glad that Tony won the controversy that’s been ance as the results became keeping Conservative in online,” Heaslip said. clear. FAMILY Niagara Falls, that’s always He said he had been at “I think we laid the good,” Patel said. the campaign office since groundwork to do some She said she’s had an 10 a.m. and he intended to really cool stuff,” Barker interest in politics since she stay until the results were told his team. “I want to began understanding the in. The overall vibe for the thank some people up here importance of government, afternoon was “hopeful and for their support — the in about grade 9 or 10, and positive,” he said. volunteers who came in and she’s always been a Conser- Across the Falls, the helped out, whether it was Niagara’s vative supporter. other candidates celebrated one hour or for 200 hours, “My parents are very po- their campaigns with their your support is equally litical, and that just sparked teams. At the Old Stone Inn helpful.” an interest in me, and it Boutique Hotel in Niagara He also thanked MPP The support of the Baldinelli family is evident as they join together to celebrate the hasn’t died out,” Patel said, Falls, Liberal candidate Wayne Gates for his support Conservative win Monday. BRITTANY CARTER adding that she has faith in Andrea Kaiser, who came during his campaign.

The crowd interrupted her son Lepp, whom Kaiser and loudly protested, then often credited for motiva- Runner-up started clapping and chant- tion to fight climate change, ing “Andrea” again. said she was inspired by her Kaiser thanked her mother. Kaiser says she’ll campaign team, volunteers, “Even though it was a loss Anticipated Release mentors and family mem- tonight, it was a great start bers, saying she was “truly and just seeing all us Liber- most continue to try proud” of what they man- als getting together and aged to accomplish since starting our campaign in the her nomination in August. riding that’s not usually red, to flip riding red “Looking at the polls, we it’s been a truly amazing did so well,” Kaiser told the experience,” Lepp told The Dariya Baiguzhiyeva 9:30 p.m., Liberal support- Liberal candidate Andrea Kaiser. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA crowd. “While we didn’t get Lake Report. The Lake Report ers watched live results the result we wanted, we Volunteer Heidi Schnei- on two TVs at the hotel’s have re-energized Liber- derman said Kaiser is the Although Liberal candi- bar. Whenever Kaiser’s do you want the job? If you curve,” Slingerland said. als across the riding … right person to be in Parlia- Konzelmann Family Reserve Series date Andrea Kaiser finished name appeared on the want anything that bad, “Whether you win or lose, Although we didn’t win this ment thanks to her more second to Conservative screen showing she was would you be willing to tomorrow is another day. riding tonight, I’m thrilled than a decade of experience candidate Tony Baldinelli, initially leading the race, knock down thousands of And I think with Andrea’s Canada has re-elected a in municipal politics. she says she will continue people cheered loudly. doors to get the job?” determination and her Liberal government for four “I would have hoped chasing her goal of “flipping Fort Erie Coun. Don Lub- By 11 p.m., when pre- spirit that she’s shown, she more years.” Canada would have learned this riding red.” berts said he’s been a Lib- liminary results showed has cabinet potential.” Kaiser said she’s commit- from November 2016 (U.S. With 238 out of 240 eral for more than 20 years Baldinelli started lead- Kaiser was greeted with ted to continuing working elections) and Ontario polls in the Niagara Falls and said it was time for the ing by hundreds of votes, loud cheers and applause hard to get ready for the would have learned from riding reported, Kaiser re- riding to turn Liberal. the atmosphere at the bar and her supporters started next campaign and to chase Doug Ford,” she said. ceived 22,079 votes or 32.4 Niagara Falls resident grew quieter as all attention chanting her name after she the goal of turning the rid- Campaign volunteer per cent of the vote, accord- Aaron Wagner said he was was turned to the screens. arrived at the party close ing Liberal. Linda Beyer said Kaiser ing to Elections Canada. undecided about who he Some people still kept to midnight. She offered a “Until then, I want to “worked so hard. She de- The riding has been Tory would support right up until their hopes high realizing wide smile while hugging congratulate Tony Baldi- served to win.” since 2004. the election day. that a lot of polls still had Niagara Falls Liberal As- nelli on his victory tonight “Just sad it didn’t work out Liberal supporters, vol- “Andrea knocked on to report results. sociation Riding chair Janet and I wish him well as he better for Andrea. She’s new unteers and Kaiser’s family thousands of doors. That’s For Jamie Slingerland, Kilty. transitions into his new role on the federal stage so she’s members gathered for a not just her, (that’s) includ- director of viticulture at She hugged her family as MP,” Kaiser said. “I also got a lot of potential to win party at the Old Stone Inn ing her team. Anyone who Pillitteri Estates Winery, in before starting her conces- want to thank all the other if she’d like to run again,” Boutique Hotel in Niagara can do that much legwork, politics, no one is “neces- sion speech by saying she candidates for a hard-fought Beyer said, adding she’s Falls Monday night. that’s something to look at,” sarily defeated.” feels like she “let everyone campaign.” happy “the Liberals are still As the polls closed at Wagner said. “How much “Politics is a big learning down.” Kaiser’s daughter, Madi- going to be ruling.”

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Richard Harley MPP Wayne Gates (Ni- The Lake Report agara Falls) was on hand and said he was proud of The mood was all about what Barker accomplished perseverance, as NDP for the party in his first time candidate Brian Barker and running. close supporters gathered “Don’t forget, I ran seven to watch the election results times, and lost seven times,” come in Monday night. he said of his own his- Tuesday Dinner Buffet As the results became tory before being elected as $ more clear, Barker ad- MPP. “It’s about persever- 15.99 dressed his campaign team ance.” and family to thank them Campaign manager Quin- for their support, and say ton Ascah arrived at the AUTHENTIC, FRESH AND how proud he is of the work event just before Barker, FLAVOURFUL SICHUAN & DIM SUM they did in a short time. after some last-minute The first-time candidate campaigning. NDP candidate Brian Barker arrives in a jacket with the Taste an array of Chef Wang’s handmade dim sum and premium Sichuan made with high-quality local took 12,264 votes in the He said the day was busy, party’s signature colour. RICHARD HARLEY and international ingredients. Niagara Falls riding, the with the group out trying third-highest of all candi- to spread their message to he’s smart, compassionate, All in attendance were dates, with 238 of 240 polls as many people as possible I think he’s really down in high spirits. As the Takeout and delivery available. reporting. before the polls closed. to earth and understands results became clear that “If you’re going to do this, “As soon as the polls people.” Tony Baldinelli won for the chilijiao.com 905-468-6114 you have to go all in, and I opened we went out and Gates’ assistant Ryan Conservatives, Barker left 271 Mary Street, Niagara-on-the Lake, ON did go all in. I gave it every- knocked on doors,” Barker Donnelly said it’s always briefly to congratulate his thing I have,” said Barker. said. tough to predict the Niagara opponent. “We laid the groundwork to “We’ve had a lot of mo- Falls riding, with each mu- Barker said he “thinks do some really cool stuff.” mentum over the last three nicipality — Niagara-on- he’ll run again.” The team celebrated with weeks, and I think it’s a the-Lake, Niagara Falls, and In the meantime, he’s pizza, wings and some cold testament to how Jagmeet Fort Erie — being so differ- looking forward to spend- drinks at D’Vinci’s Pizza in Singh has conducted him- ent from one another, and ing more time with his kids, Niagara Falls. self on the national stage. even more diversity within now that the business of the New Democrat He’s someone who leads, the towns and cities. campaign is over. Garbage pickup to switch to every other week

Continued from Front Page When planning its green believe we have the tonnage, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on- bin program in 2002, the just within Niagara, to sup- the-Lake, Port Colborne, St. Disero said she’s always City of Toronto considered port technology or the new Catharines and Welland. been in favour of biweekly the “yuck factor” associated system. And depending on Contract costs could rise collection and acknowl- with organics, said Nadine technology, we may need to due to wages and more edged it will take some time Kerr, the city’s manager of import waste into Niagara” households as well as fuel, for residents to adjust to the resource recovery and solid to make it economically fea- vehicle and technology change. waste management services. sible, she said. costs, acting manager of There will be a few grow- Toronto uses two organ- Zalepa said Toronto has waste collection and diver- ing pains, she said. ics processing facilities, the capacity to accept and sion Sherri Tait told the “Every time a truck goes Disco Road and Dufferin. process diapers through region’s special council by your house, it costs “The technology used its green bin program but meeting Thursday. money, it pollutes. There at the Disco Organics the capital investment is “a Financial issues were are a bunch of reasons, not Processing Facility shreds stumbling block.” discussed in-camera as the just financial. Although, the diapers, separating “It might be a step. From region is in the process of we’ll see over the course of non-organic from organic a local point of view, if negotiating a new waste many years, that the savings materials,” Kerr said in an there’s an ability to take a management contract, ac- will become more and more email response to The Lake look at integrating some- cording to a staff report. significant.” Report. “It is the non-or- thing like that, I think it’s The report noted some of “Her only concern with ganic fraction of the diapers something we should look the benefits of a biweekly the new collection is the that are skimmed off and at,” Zalepa said in a phone collection include extended disposal of diapers, she sent to landfill.” interview. landfill capacity, cost reduc- said, adding she hopes the Getting new technology Two contractors will be tion and increased waste regional staff “will be able is expensive and the region hired for two collection diversion. to come up with something doesn’t produce enough areas across the region. Regional councillors Pat to deal with diapers.” waste to support it, Haber- The first one will include Chiocchio, Bob Gale, Brian Niagara Region only mebl told regional council- Grimsby, Lincoln, Pelham, Heit, Tom Insinna, Peter accepts diapers in garbage lors. Thorold, Wainfleet and Nicholson, Tim Whalen, containers while in Toronto “To go and set up new West Lincoln. Jim Diodati and Leanna residents can put diapers in technology in Niagara The second collection Villella voted against the bi- their green bin. would be costly and I don’t area will include Fort Erie, weekly collection proposal. Page 4 October 24, 2019

The Lake Report EDITORIAL & OPINION Editorial Voter turnout needs a boost

Kevin MacLean Looking ahead, for those not from to the polls. This year, with almost Managing Editor Niagara Falls or not directly involved 10,000 more eligible voters, only 60 per A cat walks the grounds during the Fall Fest at with the Conservative party, which cent of people cast ballots. Red Roof Retreat on Saturday. Congratulations to all seven people our new MP has been active with for Perhaps electoral reform is in order. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA who opted to run as candidates in the many years, Baldinelli might be a bit of Not some kind of the complex, hard to riding of Niagara Falls. an unknown quantity. He’s young and fathom, weighted ballot system of pro- Editor-In-Chief: Richard Harley Choosing to put yourself out there energetic and we look forward to what portional representation, but mandatory Managing Editor: Kevin MacLean for all to see – and, ultimately, for the he will do for our riding. voting by all those eligible. As is done Publisher: Niagara Now voters to judge – requires courage, not We trust that in his capacity as the in Belgium and Australia, for example. Design & Layout: Richard Harley to mention the toll it takes on the indi- new MP for Niagara-on-the-Lake, Fort There, it’s the law. Advertising: Rob Lamond vidual and their families. Erie and Niagara Falls, he will make Mandatory voting is not a new con- Staff: Brittany Carter, Dariya Baiguzhiyeva, So kudos to Tony Baldinelli, our every effort to get to know the people in cept. Those two countries have forced Jill Troyer, Tim Taylor, Eunice Tang riding’s new Conservative member of all three municipalities. Maybe we even people to vote for decades. Contributors: Denise Ascenzo, Linda Fritz, Parliament, Brian Barker (NDP), An- will see a part-time satellite constitu- The penalties for not showing up at Ross Robinson, NOTL Writers’ Circle, Brian drea Kaiser (Liberal), Sandra O’Connor ency office established in NOTL. the polls are not onerous, but the idea Marshall, Tim Carroll, Jim Smith, Susan Des (Green), Tricia O’Connor (Christian Congratulations, also, to the 60 per that you are expected to participate in Islets, Jaclyn Wilms, Collin Gooddine, and many Heritage), Mike Strange (independent) cent of electors who took the time to the democratic process is embraced more members of the local community and Alexander Taylor (People’s Party). cast ballots and have their say in the by the people of those two nations. In The Greens doubled both their vote ultimate democratic process. Australia, of course, an election is an and their share of the popular vote As for the other 40 per cent who did excuse for a big party. (almost 5 per cent). And Strange, a not vote, we really have to wonder, why Imagine what our own democracy popular Niagara Falls councillor, might not? This was one of the most conten- would look like if we had more than 90 Green Tip of the Week have been the difference-maker in this tious and polarizing federal elections in per cent of voters turn out, as happens riding, scooping almost 5,000 votes and recent memory and it was disappointing in Australia. That’s the type of partici- Contributed by Norm Arsenault: 7.2 per cent of the total. Who knows to see that voter turnout in our riding patory democracy we could vote for. where those votes might have gone actually dropped. Reduce your home energy consumption by otherwise? In 2015, 63 per cent of electors went [email protected] following these simple tips.Turn off unused lights or add dimmers. Turn down your hot water heater from standard 140 degrees to a more reasonable 120 degrees. Take shorter showers. Use cold water LETTERS TO THE EDITOR for washes. Most new soaps work better with cold water and your clothes will come out just as clean. Positive Power + Carriages should stay with Patty Garriock “The world, I believe, is far too serious, and being far too serious, it has need of a wise and merry philosophy.” - Writer Lin Yutang.

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DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA so we want to work with the “We were very glad to government, with Parliament see what we accomplished. matter to her and many of the community and that’s moving forward with their We had hoped there would the people of this riding. not something she plans to agenda,” O’Connor said in be more, yes, but we were “I think that the people change. the aftermath of her fifth- happy going forward hav- who did vote Green are “I will be working to- place finish, earning almost ing more than before,” dedicated people … I think ward making sure that the 5 per cent of the vote. O’Connor added. there is a distinct following politicians on every level, She held a small elec- And although she said that’s not going to erode, whether municipal, regional, tion party at her home in she was disappointed in the that’s only going to grow.” provincial or federal, take Niagara-on-the-Lake, where loss, she isn’t going to quit O’Connor said she’s into consideration how about 15 volunteers eagerly fighting for the causes that always been involved in things impact our climate.” Page 6 October 24, 2019 OPINION

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Election process at polling There must be a better Ear-piercing explosions station was an impressive, solution than gunshots don’t make for a pleasant organized effort to disperse birds Niagara-on-the-Lake

Dear editor: Dear editor: Dear editor: I had the privilege (yes, privilege) to be involved with this I have to think that in 2019 there’s a more appropriate I have been staying on York Road toward Queenston in year’s federal election. way of disbursing birds than an air cannon that goes off Niagara-on-the-Lake for the last two weeks and have had a most My curiosity motivated my intentions regarding the elec- hundreds of times a day, (“Residents and growers at an unpleasant experience which more people should know about. toral process in this country and how it functioned. impasse on bird banger noise,” Oct 17). On a daily basis, I was subjected to clusters of five or more We are all too often critical of government services Nets, streamers, lights are all options that a considerate ear-piercing explosions one after the other. And these clusters (many times justified), but the experience on Monday was individual would look at. were repeated frequently, often after only minutes. both impressive and gratifying. Besides residents like myself on York Road, there are This went on from before dawn and continued all day. Consider the enormous task of pulling off a federal elec- scores of surrounding homes that can hear the noise. Aside from the explosions, these sounds reverberated off the tion voting process. Being woken up to gunshots 30 minutes before sunrise wall of the escarpment and prolonged the effects of the blasts. From advance polling to Oct. 21, more than 20,000 staff may give you an early start to the day, but as the area in- You can almost feel the physical impact. and volunteers working on behalf of Elections Canada, 18 creases its tax base with new residents an air cannon isn’t a I have subsequently learned that they are from propane-fuelled million votes counted and finalized in one day, even for the long-term solution. cannons. Cannons they are indeed and appropriately named to best public companies, a logistical giant! Dave Green describe the effect they produce. My one-day, 15-hour experience was rewarding in so NOTL They are used by farmers to scare birds away. You can imag- many ways. ine what the combined effect is when there are several fields in The staff assigned to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Communi- your vicinity all using the same deterrent. ty Centre polling station were well-prepared for the day and I cannot tell you how incredibly alarming, deafening and the leadership team (supervisors) were both well-informed Justin Trudeau has not intrusive these sudden, recurring detonations are. At times, even and supportive. speech was interrupted. Elections Canada materials were effective and efficient, accomplished his promises What an absolute blight this practice is on this beautiful and and provided a road map to ensure a successful and “easy” otherwise peaceful landscape of residential homes and farms. process for voters. I don’t believe even an industrial/commercial zoned area I was so impressed with the overwhelming enthusiasm Dear editor: would tolerate this level of persistent and unsafe noise. I can of the voters and their appreciation for the efforts to make By the time you receive this response to the ludicrous compare it to a shooting range, the only difference being that ear their experience a very positive one. The reactions were letter to the editor from Elizabeth Oliver-Malone (“Attacks protectors would most certainly be worn. without exception excellent. on Trudeau are more Conservative misinformation,” Oct. This wonderful area, which is a natural resource in itself, is Many voters made a point of telling staff how easy and 17) the election will be over, but nonetheless a response is diminished considerably by the excessive noise, which makes enjoyable the process was. I have no doubt there might have required. day-to-day life challenging. been some issues across the country, but in our town, Elec- Opposing opinions should always be welcomed, but this The vineyards and wineries add to the charm of this region, tion 2019 was a big success, regardless who you voted for. letter writer displays a blind bias and denial of fact. but I feel those growers who use these extremely hostile and Congratulations NOTL! I have no idea why Pierre Trudeau’s alleged accomplish- antisocial deterrents to scare birds, when successful alternatives Glenn Young ments or Justin Trudea’s mother’s academic accomplish- are surely available, are callous and selfish. NOTL ments have anything to do with whether Justin Trudeau has Surely they are aware of the difficulties they cause in the been a successful prime minister deserving of re-election. vicinity. What’s the pleasure in your business when you know To state that Justin Trudeau has accomplished “most of your activities cause great distress on a continual basis. Where’s his promises” is hardly a ringing endorsement of his tenure the pride in that? in office. I feel the growers have robbed me of my right to enjoy at least What prompted me to write this, however, was the a benign environment and inflicted misery and distress on me writer’s statement that the CBC is “non-partisan.” by the incessant unnecessary blasts. It is, of course, the Liberals who shovel more than $1 bil- To anyone thinking of visiting this area, I would strongly lion annually to support the “non-partisan CBC” and, by the recommend against it. It’s like living in a war zone. way, all Canadians of every political stripe wish for peace How very sad and unfortunate, to spoil so unnecessarily a and prosperity, not just Justin Trudeau and the Liberals. previously wonderful place to live. Allan Papernick Diana Westwood NOTL England

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Dariya Baiguzhiyeva to “help connect our rural The Lake Report areas to our settlement areas,” according to the media ‘Tis the season, almost release. – and the Town of Niagara- There will also be a on-the-Lake is gearing up contest from Nov. 15 to for the festive time with a Dec. 15 for the best-dressed number of planned winter homes run by the town’s activities and celebrations. Communities in Bloom This year NOTL will committee. Nominations have an authentic Victorian can be submitted through Christmas village theme, the Join The Conversation and residents and businesses page after Nov. 15. are encouraged to partici- In previous years, festive pate.. decor was spearheaded This year NOTL will have an authentic Victorian Christmas A committee com- by the chamber but the or- village theme. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA prised of residents and ganization wanted to “have representatives from the a broader participation” this The Christmas Tree will ticipated NOTL Christmas town, NOTL Chamber of year, said president Eduardo be put up near the cenotaph Parade hits the streets at 11 Commerce and Tourism Lafforgue. on Queen Street. The offi- a.m. on Dec. 14. NOTL has been meeting “The most important cial lighting of the tree will Parks Canada and the since the spring to come thing for this year’s decora- be on Sunday, Nov. 24. Friends of Fort George will up with ideas on how to tion is we’re putting a lot The festive season in hold the annual Fort George “celebrate the season,” the of emphasis on the human NOTL will also kick Garrison Christmas on Dec. town and the chamber said scale. Instead of putting the off with the classic 14-15. Buildings inside the in a statement. lights on top of the build- plays “A Christmas Carol fort will be decorated with Residents are encouraged ings, which is very nice “and “Holiday Inn” pre- traditional greenery and to use natural boughs or when you look from abroad, sented by the Shaw Festi- there will be hot beverages green garlands, burgundy but it’s very important when val, starting Nov. 13. and historic treats offered in ribbons and soft white people walk the street, they The chamber’s fine dining the Officers’ Kitchen. lights when decorating their can see the light,” Lafforgue event, Fabulicious, will re- Ice skating will also be homes to tie in with the told The Lake Report. turn to participating NOTL available at Fort George season’s theme. Businesses Decoration Day will be restaurants on Nov. 18 and during the winter. are invited to place gar- Nov. 15. In preparation for will run until Nov. 24. The Ice Wine Festival lands, ribbons and battery- the season, the town will put The Candlelight Stroll will run on Jan. 17-19, and operated candles at the front up snowflakes and tradi- will take place on Dec. 6, on Jan. 24-26. The Days store windows. tional decorations. and the Rotary Holiday of Wine and Chocolate Wineries are also asked Simcoe Park and the ga- House Tour is Dec. 6 and 7. will also return to NOTL to install garlands and rib- zebo at Queen’s Royal Park Santa Claus returns to wineries on weekends bons on their front signage will also be decorated. town when the much-an- in February. Legion announces Nov. 11 plans

Richard Harley Poppies will be available The Lake Report at the Legion, or from one of the many businesses The Royal Canadian Le- who have agreed to help, gion is once again distribut- House said. ing red poppies for Remem- All donations go towards brance Day. supporting veterans and Volunteers will be out for promote remembrance. the poppy campaign from As well, the Legion Friday, Oct. 25 to Monday, Branch 124 in NOTL will Nov. 11. host its Veteran’s Dinner on “Our poppy flag will once Saturday Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. A ceremony will be held at the clock tower cenotaph in Old Town for Remembrance Day. FILE PHOTO again fly over the town mu- All veterans are invited nicipal offices to signal its to attend the dinner, free of time to wear a poppy,” said charge. A free dinner will on-the-Lake has announced On November 11, services former Legion president Al also be offered to a care- the dates and times for local will be held at 10:45 a.m. at Howse, in a press release. giver for those who need Remembrance Day services. the clock tower cenotaph on Did you know? “We will begin our annual help. There is no need to be On Friday Nov. 8, Legion Queen Street, with a parade. The Lake Report’s printer sources 100 per cent of campaign of distributing a legion member. members will hold remem- For the Queenston ser- its paper fibre from industry leading paper mills, which use quick-growth, sustainable, renewable poppies to allow everyone Dinner will be held in the brance services at each of the vice, the parade will begin plots of land, rather than clear-cutting forests. to show their respect and Edward Boldt hall (upstairs town’s three seniors homes at 1 p.m., starting at Riv- The ink is also vegetable-based. remembrance of our fallen at the branch). for those unable to attend the erbank Art Museum to the comrades. We thank all Anyone else wishing to November 11 service. township cenotaph across Advertising inquiries? those who serve to protect attend can purchase a ticket Anyone interested in the street on the Niagara Email us at our rights and freedoms for $25 ticket by October 31. attending is asked to check Parkway. The service will [email protected] or call Rob at 905-246-4671 from those who would want The Royal Canadian Le- with the individual homes begin immediately after ar- to impose their will on us.” gion Branch 124 in Niagara- for ceremony times. rival at the cenotaph. Page 8 October 24, 2019 NEWS Rotary fashion show raises $6,500 to fight polio

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva with the knowledge that The Lake Report your donations today will Grade 8 students Hazel Norris and Molly Shara held a help save and protect chil- climate strike outside NOTL town hall Friday morning. The Fall Fashion dren, and remember your DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA Show, organized by the Ro- donation is tripled,” Wilson tary Club of Niagara-on- told the crowd of 114 guests. the-Lake, raised $6,500 All money raised will be Two St. Michael students Sunday to help eradicate po- matched by the Melinda Bella Grace Boutique manager Dakota Stevenson and lio worldwide. and Bill Gates Foundation, owner Joy Kassai-Molon. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA ask NOTL to declare The show was held at the so a total of $19,500 will be Gate House with all the donated to charity. climate emergency proceeds going to support The fashion show featured sizes two to 16-18 to show The first set of outfits the Rotary International a number of raffled priz- that beautiful women “come revolved around the colour Dariya Baiguzhiyeva declare climate emergency at campaign “End Polio Now.” es donated by local busi- in every shape and size.” red. The second set was The Lake Report this point. Thanks to the Rotary nesses and a three-course “I want people to know yellow and the third was “It’s a topic that’s com- International and its part- meal by chef Stephen that no matter what size, about a leopard theme. The As Swedish environmental ing up around the world and ners, the cases of polio Treadwell. what age, you can come in fourth set had a classic black activist Greta Thunberg was many municipalities. I just around the world have been Guests were also enter- and get a beautiful outfit.” and white theme. For the rallying in Edmonton Friday, want to find out more on what reduced by 99.9 per cent, tained by a young virtuoso, There were five models fifth set, models showcased two Niagara-on-the-Lake basis and how they’re doing said Pamela Wilson, a polio 14-year-old violinist David showcasing six different outerwear and the show con- students held their own strike it before I make a commit- survivor and NOTL Rotary Duan. sets of outfits and each cluded with evening wear. outside the town hall asking ment,” Disero told The Lake member. Lord Mayor Betty Disero set had a specific theme, The audience also got the municipality to declare a Report. There were 350,000 cases was master of ceremonies. Kassai-Molon said. a special sneak preview climate emergency. Asked what they would of polio in 125 countries in For Bella Grace Boutique BeauChapeau Hat Shop of two outfits from Ca- The strike was part of say to people who claim 1988. owner, Joy Kassai-Molon, it provided hats for the show, nadian designer Joseph the Fridays for Future global such strikes don’t matter and In 2018, the number fell was her 11th year arranging and all clothes and shoes Ribkoff’s 2020 spring col- climate change movement climate change isn’t real, the to just 33 polio cases. Only the event. were made by Canadian or lection. in which children and youth students said there’s science two countries, Afghanistan “A lot of us are volunteer- international designers. “It was a lovely event, hold strikes to draw attention backing up what environmen- and Pakistan, continue to ing but we are all here for Models walked around worth a lot more than we to the climate crisis. tal activists are saying. report cases of the wild a good cause,” Kassai-Mo- the tables, allowing guests paid for,” said show attend- Equipped with two cups of “It’s just what science’s poliovirus. lon said, noting she pur- to have a closer look at the ee Deborah Hugh, adding tea to stay warm on a chilly been proving for a long time “Enjoy your afternoon posely dressed models from outfits or touch the material. the clothes were “beautiful.” Friday morning, the two and we just have to pay at- Grade 8 St. Michael Catholic tention to it because it’s our Elementary School students, future,” Shara said. Hazel Norris and Molly Sha- “Look around. There are Horse protesters take to town hall ra, sat outside the town hall crazy storms, water’s rising. with two handmade signs, It’s pretty obvious some- which read “Climate justice” thing’s wrong,” Norris added. Dariya Baiguzhiyeva “We want to make sure and “Climate emergency.” The girls said they’ve The Lake Report we cover all our bases this “It’s not only our genera- always been environmentally way and we’re going to be tion that has made this Earth conscious and credited their NOTL’s horse carriage approaching councils with polluted but we’re the ones parents for teaching and rais- protesters say they have a a presentation, weighing who have to deal with it,” ing them to be eco-friendly. new “political” strategy to the pros and cons of mak- Shara said. “If we all work They also thanked St. Mi- reach out to area residents ing the transition to electric together, we can.” chael school for participating – attending council meet- carriages,” Stirr said. Both of them also at- in environmental initiatives. ings across Niagara region. Protesters held signs and tended and spoke at the St. “We have eco-team, we Fewer than a dozen At gave out small brochures, Catharines’ climate strike in have causes we do at our War For Animals Niagara which urged banning September. school. We’re glad our school protesters gathered outside horse carriages in NOTL, In October, Toronto council can support us and can sup- Niagara-on-the-Lake’s mentioned Montreal’s pro- voted in favour of declaring a port climate change behind town hall Monday night. hibition of horse carriages climate emergency. The stu- it,” Shara told The Lake Adam Stirr said the starting in 2020, and listed dents said they want NOTL Report. group’s plan is eventually benefits of using electric to follow Toronto’s lead and For people wanting to to approach other councils carriages. do the same. change their way of living, that might have a say in One woman, who was Declaring emergency the students recommended banning horse carriages heading to the council At War For Animals Niagara protester Adam Stirr stands outside town hall Monday night. would make people more starting with small actions, and switching to electric meeting, declined to take a DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA aware and believe in climate such as reducing the use of carriages instead. brochure but expressed her change if the “government plastic, using reusable mugs “With a pending amal- support to protesters. says so,” Norris said, adding and cutting down on produc- gamation, we don’t know Stirr said transition- their demonstrations. “Dif- the town hall. she hopes the town bans tion. what the political landscape ing to electric carriages ferent things for different “They feel they have single-use plastics in the near “It scares me because some is going to look like. So, would benefit not only meetings. Just to engage things they want to teach future. people don’t pay attention we’re going to be talking the carriage owners but with people as they come, people,” Disero said in Lord Mayor Betty Disero to science because in the to everyone,” Stirr told The also the town, tourists and capture their interest.” an interview. “I’d rather and Coun. Norm Arse- future if it gets worse, are you Lake Report. “As far as we the public. Lord Mayor Betty Di- have them here than out in nault stopped by to offer still going to ignore science know, the council as it ex- “Going forward, it’s not sero said there is no public the middle of traffic. So, I support, although Disero and things that have been ists here might not exist in always going to be the safety issue in regard to think it’s probably a safer said she’s not “prepared” to proven?” Shara said. a year from now.” same,” Stirr said about protests being held outside place for them.” Page 9 October 24, 2019 NEWS Rotary youth conference kicks off

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva chosen to host the confer- 19 with a unique oppor- The Lake Report ence because of its central tunity to live in a foreign location in the district. country for a full academic For high school stu- The conference fea- year. dent Victoria Sawicki, a tured presentations about Exchange students are Rotary Youth Exchange various youth programs, hosted by three or four program that allowed her to with keynote speaker Jeff local families throughout study in France for a Bagel talking about fund- the year while attending year was “life-changing.” raising and special event local high schools. All costs “I’m definitely not the planning. are covered except airfare, same person I was when I For Shark Tank presenta- health insurance, visa ap- left. I’ve changed a lot,” she tions, four teams pitched plication and out-of-pocket Governor Simcoe Secondary School student Victoria Sawicki studied in France last year as said. ideas on how Rotary’s expenses. part of the rotary youth exchange program. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA “Before, I could never global grant scholarships Anna Lechner, a 16-year- public speak. And now, you would be used for their old student from Croatia, “It’s a different vibe to it. low young people to be out survived – you have this learn that you can do public projects. was one of the 18 inbound It feels like home but you’re of their comfort zone and strength you can conquer speaking in a foreign lan- “The friendships you exchange students attend- not. It’s really weird but I provide them with unique anything in life and it’s just guage and you can do pretty form through Rotary and ing the conference. She said actually enjoy it,” she said opportunities like the one spectacular,” Murenbeeld much anything, anywhere.” through volunteering, you the exchange program was about her experience living Nielsen had, said Patricia said. The first annual District just meet so many nice amazing and the conference in Waterdown, adding she Murenbeeld, youth commit- Jill Norton, chair of 7090 Rotary Youth Con- people,” Sheila Nguet- was “a lot of fun.” also loves “Timmies.” tee chair of the Rotary Club Youth Exchange for District ference, held at the NOTL ti said about what she liked “(I liked) meeting a lot of “We only have Starbucks of NOTL. 7090, said the conference Community Centre Satur- most about being a part of people who have the same and it’s also very expensive. Rotary clubs are also was “tremendous” and she’s day, brought more than 150 Rotary. interest as me and spend- And Timmies is such a always looking for families pleased with the feedback. young people together. “Knowing that I’m ing time with my friends I good option and I love it,” willing to host exchange “Everyone seems to be The conference was or- making a difference in haven’t seen in a month,” Lammers said. students. really overwhelmed with ganized by Rotary District my community is really Lechner said. Thanks to the program, “Being a year away, in all the great information 7090, which is comprised nice,” another student Ade- Another exchange student another inbound exchange another part of the world, they’re getting and they of about 80 Rotary and Ro- lina Metz added. from the Netherlands, student from Sweden, Frida and learning another seem to be really excited to taract clubs, stretching from Among a wide variety of Nikita Lammers, who came Nielsen, was able to par- culture, and getting pushed go back to their clubs and southern Ontario to western youth programs, the Rotary to Canada in August, said ticipate at the Rotary Fall out of your comfort zone share so it’s been great,” New York state. Youth Exchange program she’s getting used to living Fashion Show last Sunday. and coming back at the end Norton told The Lake Niagara-on-the-Lake was provides students aged 15- here. Exchange programs al- of it and realizing you’ve Report. The Lake Report

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Know of a local event? Tell us. Submit it directly to www.niagaranow.com or send us an email at [email protected] Page 12 October 24, 2019 NEWS Police seeking machete-wielding man who robbed Avondale store in Virgil

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva The Lake Report

Police are continuing the investigation of the armed robbery of an Avondale convenience store in Virgil last Wednes- day night by a machete- wielding man. The robbery was a scary situation, but the 19-year-old clerk who dealt with the suspect did an The Avondale store in Virgil was the target of an armed robbery Wednesday evening. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA excellent job and “thought on her feet,” said the store’s Niagara Health Navigator can be downloaded for free manager. woman he wanted money Brown was already on her started working at Avondale from the App Store or Google Play. SUPPLIED PHOTO “To me, it’s a coward,” and then he came around way to the store. three years ago, she said. manager Kathy Brown said the counter and stood next “A lot” of police officers In September, two res- about the suspect. “Picking to her, Brown said. responded to the emergency taurants near Avondale on on a little – she’s just a little The man wanted a spe- call, Brown said, and they Niagara Stone Road, Sono’s wee thing – and picking on cific brand of cigarettes, were out looking for the Café and Silks Country Niagara Health’s a little girl” who was mind- Brown said. After taking suspect. Two officers stayed Kitchen, were the targets ing the store. a few packs of Belmont with the clerk in the store of overnight break-ins. The young woman, who cigarettes and a few hun- and they asked the manager Brown said she doesn’t mobile app could returned to work two days dred dollars, he left the to pull out the video footage know if the suspect was after the robbery, declined store. from the store’s security a local but said she has be ‘game-changer,’ to comment on the incident. The whole incident cameras. noticed a change in people When the suspect entered lasted about four minutes. Niagara Regional Po- and customers over the past the store around 9:30 After the man left, the lice described the suspect as three years. hospital says p.m. and first walked past clerk locked the door and a black male, with a medi- “The demeanour, there’s the clerk, Brown said the pushed the panic button. um build, and about 5 foot 5 more aggression … The young woman told her she Police arrived at the store inches tall. He was wearing town is growing and it’s not Dariya Baiguzhiyeva Niagara Health’s chief in- felt “spooky.” within four minutes. a black balaclava, dark grey local. Just unfortunately The Lake Report formation officer, said in a She picked up the phone “She’s shook up, she’s just sweater, black pants and when you grow, you don’t statement. because she felt something a tiny little thing,” Brown white running shoes. get all good people. The bad Niagara Health has re- “The Navigator will do all was off but the suspect told said. “It’s just wrong, just Based on what the clerk people come, too.” leased an innovative app to of this and more, and it will her to put the phone down, wrong.” said, the suspect sounded Anyone with informa- help connect patients to be easily accessible on mo- Brown said. Brown said she received like he was in his 20s, tion about the robbery is their care providers and bile devices using a single The man then came up a call from the alarm Brown said. asked to contact the Niagara provide access to health in- sign-on, while maintaining to the counter and pulled company and by the time Nothing like this has police detective office at formation. the highest security and out a machete. He told the the clerk had called her, ever happened since Brown (905)-688-4111 ext. 9546. The Niagara Health Navi- privacy standards.” gator can be downloaded Users are asked to provide free from the App Store or feedback on the app’s con- Google Play. tent to help prepare for The app displays wait future releases and make Kyle Freeborn times in emergency de- the app “user-friendly and partments and urgent care effective.” named director centres. Users can rate Future features could their experience, express also include appointment a concern or thank the notifications and checking of corporate services Niagara Health staff. The test results, according to the app also shows sites and media release. Dariya Baiguzhiyeva ity,” interim chief admin- services, and Niagara “Using mobile technol- The Lake Report istrative officer Sheldon Health’s news and Twitter ogy to its fullest potential is Randall said in a statement. feeds. a game-changer for health Kyle Freeborn is “Kyle has proven to be In the future, the app de- care,” Niagara Health’s the Town of Niagara-on- an effective leader in the fi- veloped in partnership with interim president Angela the-Lake’s new director nance department and I am Kyle Freeborn has been acting director of corporate Identos Inc. and nCipher, Zangari said in a statement. of corporate services confident he will continue to services since June 2018. SUPPLIED PHOTO could do a lot more. “Niagara Health Navi- and treasurer. successfully lead the corpo- “Niagara Health Navi- gator’s impact on our Freeborn had been work- rate services department.” reporting from the Gov- from the University of gator provides us with a patients’ experiences will ing as acting director of Freeborn started working ernment Finance Officers Ontario, Freeborn also has unique opportunity to sup- put Niagara Health at the corporate services since for the town as an accoun- Association of Canada. a certified management ac- port patients and families cutting edge of a connected June 2018. tant in January 2012 and Freeborn has made big countant certification. to more easily access their healthcare system. We ap- “Kyle is a wonderful as- was promoted to deputy contributions to receiving “I think that’s a great health information, navigate preciate our community’s set to the organization and treasurer 10 months later. these awards, the town said opportunity,” Freeborn told the health care system and feedback which will help I look forward to him join- Since 2011, the town in a statement. The Lake Report. “I love connect with their team of us to improve the patient ing the senior management has received the annual Ca- With an honours degree working for the town. I’m providers,” Sime Pavlovic, experience.” team in an official capac- nadian Award for Financial in Bachelor of Commerce happy I’m in position.” Page 13 October 24, 2019 FEATURED Cooking with Collin Local Summer Squash Fritters

Collin Goodine Special to The Lake Report

The last few weeks of October are here and so is the last of the local zucchini and summer squash being plucked from most gardens. This marks the end of the softer fruits and vegetables, making room for the tougher fleshed, harder root vegetables that we love to enjoy though the winter months. The recipe below will allow you to enjoy a warm appetizer before dinner or a snack at the next family gathering.

Ingredients: 3 cups All-purpose flour 2 cups Cornmeal 1 cup Masa corn flour 3 tsp. Baking powder 2 tsp. Salt (kosher sea salt) 1 tbsp. Chili flakes 1 litre Buttermilk 2 1/2 cups grated Zucchini or summer squash, local if available (squeezed) 1 tbsp. Chopped herbs (thyme, parsley and chives) 1 tsp. Garlic puree 2 litres Canola oil (for frying) Did you know? The Lake Report’s printer sources Directions: 100 per cent of its paper fibre from Add all dry ingredients together in a bowl. Add buttermilk, mix well with a wooden spoon or thick wired whisk. Fold in industry leading paper mills, which squash (grated), herbs and garlic. Note: Thin out with water if necessary. use quick-growth, sustainable, Heat oil to 350F (use candy thermometer). Carefully scoop or spoon teaspoon-size portions of batter into the oil. Fry un- renewable plots of land, rather than til middle is cooked and outside is golden (about 3-4 minutes ). Remove and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil. clear-cutting forests. Serve with your favourite dipping sauce. The ink is also vegetable-based.

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Wine Country with Victoria Gilbert Harvest is in the air

Last chance for Writing Contest submissions Rosewood Estates winemaker Ryan Corrigan chats with writer Victoria Gilbert. SUPPLIED The Lake Report Victoria Gilbert thing in life, a balance tiful minerality. sun along with the grapes, Special to The Lake Report of acidity and sweetness Rosewood takes a “low- you may wish the harvesters As of the date of this paper, there is only one week left to is what winemakers like intervention” approach to would leave them just where send in submissions for the NOTL Writers’ Circle Rising The air is crisp and the Corrigan are waiting to making wines, which means they are. Spirits Writing Contest. Winners are eligible for prizes, as sky a solid blue swath above achieve; tasting and walking many things depending on This is one of the great well as publication in a Writers’ Circle anthology. plump grapes, soaking up the vineyards, watching the the artist creating the wine, privileges of a winemaker, The awards celebration will take place Sunday, Feb. 23, the last of the fall warmth weather pensively, hoping but the winemaker is not to call the moment in time 2020 at the Old Winery restaurant on Niagara Stone Road, before their time outside for as many clear sunny manipulating the taste of when those heavy clusters featuring contest winners, live music, food and drink. will come to a close. days as possible before the wine by adding to it. are shaken off forever. That Those delicate orbs are making the commitment to There is a solid argument to call may be made today, dancing in the sunlight harvest their grapes. be made that low interven- maybe tomorrow. And this right now, tucked in nicely The Sauvignon Blanc is tion, sometimes called decision will result in the between the rows of vines being harvested this week “natural wines,” taste mark- final taste in your mouth ’ along the Beamsville and like an attentive lover, edly different. when you open a bottle and It s a Wine T hang Bench. Corrigan shows a lot of af- “Using new technologies pay homage to the grapes Harvest is in the air fection to these grapes from with old world traditions, of now. and the clusters hanging the vineyard to the barrels. we ferment the Sauvignon “These wines, without between reddening vine “Understanding the Blanc in a very oxidative getting too esoteric about What is VQA? leaves, as pretty as a paint- geographic similarities to way. That means we are it, are much bigger than us. ing, are beckoning you one of my favourite wine not adding sulphur to the They outlive us in many to pluck and taste. Wine- regions in the world, being juice. We are allowing the cases, so every year tells Each week, the staff of Ravine Winery share maker Ryan Corrigan, of the Loire Valley, knowing wild yeast to ferment the a story in Niagara and if I their expertise and offer a brief explanation Rosewood Estates Winery the complexities that Sauvi- juice in very old oak bar- can be a vector this goes about an aspect of wine. So, whether you’re an and Meadery, is doing gnon Blanc can offer from rels and then it ages in the through, then this is not a expert oenophile or a newbie just finding your just that as he slips a juicy Sancerre, it really spurred barrel for about 18 months. waste of life in my opinion,” way around wine country, we trust you’ll enjoy. Sauvignon Blanc grape into me to want to understand This is different from most says Corrigan, with all the Cheers! his mouth. how to make that wine here of the new world-style of seriousness of an artist who All countries that produce wines have strict quality “We pick on what we call in Niagara,” says Corrigan. Sauvignon Blanc, which is is about to begin a painting assurance systems that define their best grape-growing skin ripeness rather than Wines made fermented in stainless steel he hopes will delight the regions and set standards for the grapes grown in these just sugar,” he says of the from the pretty bright with selected yeasts and at viewer, or in this case, the regions. harvest. “This is something green Sauvignon Blanc colder temperatures.” taster. In Canada that designation is VQA which stands for you learn from the old guys grape were born in Corrigan is exactly the NOTL resident Victoria Vintners Quality Alliance. in France. They just look France’s Loire Valley. Once type of winemaker you Gilbert has been telling the If you see VQA Ontario on a bottle, it means the at when those skins are turned into wine, Sauvignon hope is overseeing those stories of wine people in wine is made from 100 per cent Ontario-grown grapes, perfectly ripe.” Blanc is fresh in your mouth lovely grapes before you. Canada and abroad through which have been approved through the strict VQA Like seemingly every- with crisp acidity and beau- As you bask in the Niagara print and video for 15 years. quality-assurance program. Page 17 October 24, 2019 FEATURED Exploring Photos: with Jim Smith Exclusive to The Lake Report

The Niagara Apothecary

Up to 1964 we had two pharmacies on Queen Street – Bates Rexall Pharmacy and Fields Drug Store, which is now the Niagara Apothecary. This 1940s painting of Fields also shows the concrete dumb policeman painted yellow with a flashing red light on top. It was badly scarred from many running into it. The building next to Fields, which is now the Exchange Brewery, was at the time of this painting the real Bell Telephone exchange. A few women from town worked there answering callers and making mechanical connections to the party they wished to talk to.

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fant Italianate style (paired semi-circular windows, round-headed French doors on the Juliet balconies, etc.) Yes, it’s a which can be seen even on this somewhat modestly Regency embellished case. During the same two design decades, Regency architects had taken the eight-sided Brian Marshall St. Mark’s Rectory is an example of Regency design. structure found in many pe- Featured BRIAN MARSHALL riod gardens and transformed it into a house design. From last week’s visit into a distinct sub-style. Niagara-on-the-Lake got Spurred by O.S. Fowler’s with one of the earliest Re- Possibly the most well- its own Tuscan villa in St. 1849 publication “A Home gency houses in NOTL, let’s known Canadian example Mark’s Rectory. for All,” the octagon jump to a couple of the last of the Tuscan Regency Retaining the same form enjoyed popular- interpretations of this style. is Bellevue, the home of L-shaped form, this home ity among avant-garde Regency designers had Sir John A. Macdonald in reflects two decades of and open-minded buyers always drawn their inspira- Kingston. design evolution from the between 1850 and 1880. tion from medieval country Built in 1838, this days of Bellevue’s build. While it is true the oc- houses, but for John Nash L-shaped asymmetrical Brick had replaced stucco tagon form provides more Advertising inquiries? (architect to King George IV) design is anchored around as the cladding of choice actual square footage than Email [email protected] there was something special a tower which (sans its and all horizontal elements a square house of the same or call Rob at 905.246.4671 about rural Italian or Tuscan ornamentation) could easily were downplayed in order to dimensions, the challenge country homes and villas. be mistaken for a medieval emphasize and draw the eye of interior design precluded His inclination to cre- Italian watchtower. In fact, up the vertical lines. broad acceptance, making it atively combine aspects of Bellevue can be described It was proportionally a rare Regency form. the Neo-classical with ele- as a portrait of the Regency taller with a soaring tower Today, most have been ments drawn from Tuscan picturesque, which would and chimneys. The form’s lost through the passage of houses established a thread very comfortably fit in the early simplicity had been time. However, our back- within the Regency school rural Tuscan landscape. replaced by more ornate yard is fortunate to have a that eventually developed Twenty years later, decoration heralding the in- nearly pristine survivor.

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This story is one in a series about the history of the Rand Estate, about 35 acres of land A history of Randwood lying behind the stone wall on John and Charlotte streets, along the Heritage Trail and whose eastern boundary is a hedge between the properties at The beginnings 176 and 210 John St.

This image of Woodlawn, the home built at 176 John St. by Robert Dickson in 1822, is from a 1905 booklet titled “Illustrated Niagara-on-on-the-Lake, Canada,” published by John S. Clarke. Courtesy Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum. SUPPLIED PHOTO

Betsy Masson Dickson, from Dumfries, burned by the retreating Dickson’s wife Charlotte great-grandson of John Jacob mer, his sons Livingston and Exclusive/The Lake Report Scotland had been re- Americans, Dickson’s house was ill at the time the town Astor. Watts, settled permanently in cruited by his cousin Robert is said to have been the first was burned and was carried The eastern portion of town and both were buried at No other estate in Niagara- Hamilton, the founder of one torched. It was burned, outside in her bed where Dickson’s John Street prop- St. Mark’s. on-the-Lake has been owned Queenston, to join him in his not by the regular American she watched the house burn erty went to son Wil- Watts Lansing built three by so many famous person- business ventures in Canada. army soldiers, but by the down on a bitterly cold liam who in turn sold it houses in town, two of ages as that of Randwood on Dickson’s first house at King Canadian Volunteers, under December night. Charlotte to Capt. Robert Melville, which are still standing: one John Street. and Prideaux streets was the the command of Joseph Street is named after her. president of the Niagara Har- opposite the Charles Inn The land upon which first one in the province to Willcocks. Following the War of 1812, bour and Dock Company. on Queen Street is cur- today’s Rand Estate sits was be made of brick. Dickson, Willcocks was a distant Dickson gave a portion of Melville built Brunswick rently owned by developer originally part of a 160-acre who became one of Up- relative of Peter Russell and his land to the town to build Place, which stands today Rainer Hummel. The other, tract granted to Peter Russell per Canada’s first lawyers, had stayed with Russell and a courthouse on what is now at 210 John St. Son Robert opposite the golf course at in 1796. Russell was receiver married Charlotte Adlam, his sister (to whom he made Rye Street, sold off other Dickson built the present 284 Queen St., was lived in general and a member of the who had come to Niagara as “amorous advances”) when sections, and then divided brick house at 176 John St. in by his daughter Sara who executive council of Upper governess to another mem- he first moved to Niagara the remainder between his 1822 on the foundation of his died in 1974 at age 87. Canada. ber of the executive council, from Ireland. two oldest sons, giving each father’s house; he named it In 1905, the Lansings He and his half-sister William Jarvis. The targeted burning was about 500 feet of frontage on Woodlawn. sold their property on John Elizabeth built a comfortable In 1811, on the part of because Dickson had fought John Street. In 1873, William Dick- Street to George Rand, who house on a small farm. That Russell’s Crown grant which a duel and killed a friend William Dickson then son’s youngest son Walter was a self-made millionaire house is believed to be the is now John Street, Dick- of Willcocks’ in New York moved to Galt (now Cam- sold Woodlawn for $18,000 and the chair of Marine foundation of the hospital at- son then built a large house state in 1806; duelling was bridge) and developed his to American Civil War Trust Co. of Buffalo. tached to Fort George, which with a library holding 1,000 illegal in Upper Canada land holdings there. He Gen. Henry Lansing; he was Elizabeth Masson has one can see on the Com- books. In May of 1813, the then. The duel occurred near returned to Niagara in 1836 at that time, the secretary- been a research volunteer mons today. invading Americans took Fort Niagara at 7 a.m. to live out the “remnant” of treasurer of the Buffalo at the Niagara Historical Russell, forced to move to him prisoner and along with The two men counted off his life. and Erie Railroad. Lan- Society & Museum for the York when Simcoe decided a number of other promi- 10 paces, turned and fired Of interest is the fact that sing added the third floor, past 15 years. it would take the place of nent Niagarans, he was sent almost simultaneously. His Langdon Hall, the Relais the mansard roof, and an More Niagara’s History Niagara as the capital of Up- to East Greenbush, N.Y., opponent, a Mr. Weekes, & Chateaux property in enclosed tower which the Unveiled articles about the per Canada, sold his Crown near Albany. missed but Dickson’s ball Cambridge, Ont., was built Rands later opened up. past of Niagara-on-the-Lake grant in August 1798 to Wil- On Dec. 10, 1813, when went through Weekes’s body by William Dickson’s While Lansing visited are available at: liam Dickson. the town of Niagara was and he died the next day. great-granddaughter and the Niagara only in the sum- www.niagaranow.com Page 19 October 24, 2019 COMMUNITY

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The Golden Plunger A terrific fall view With Betty and Jane Marynissen Estates Winery

Nick Pappas, one of Marynissen’s winemakers, accepts the Golden Plunger.. THE GOLDEN PLUNGER

Tucked in the Four Mile Creek sub-appellation, you will enjoy this small oasis known as the Marynissen Estates Winery. It is hidden from the bustling town of NOTL and known for the oldest planting of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in Canada. The atmosphere here is casual but modern and has many renowned wines for you to sample, both white and red, which are not available at the local LCBO. Knowledgeable staff will assist you and find the perfect wine to match your discerning palate. The lavatories are spacious and inviting for a small winery and accessible to everyone. The unique “bowl sink” and wooden cabinetry combo will not disappoint with plenty of warm water for your use. The oval mirror lets you NOTL resident Sonja Schindeler captured this fall picture of the Niagara River this week. The colours of the leaves are starting to have a quick glance before leaving this quiet space change along the entire bank of the river. to finish your tour. Kudos to Marynissen for giving its restrooms more than a passing thought and receiving a 3.5/5 Gold Plunger Award.

Artifact of the Week 3.5/5 Golden Plungers with the Niagara Historical Society & Museum Exclusive to The Lake Report Last week’s artifact was an 1827 brass pendant with a pencil IDDLE ME THIS: drawn portrait of Charles William McCormick. Charles and his R younger brother, Samuel Jarvis McCormick, were members of the 1860-1861 expedition to the open Polar Sea. Led by You throw away my outside, eat my Dr. Isaac Israel Hayes, the expedition was meant to explore inside, and throw away my inside. the north coasts of Greenland, Grinnell Land and, if possible, What am I? to reach the North Pole. Charles served as seaman and his brother served as the sailing master. The McCormick family Last Week: I have two hands but I cannot clap. were early settlers of Niagara-on-the-Lake. What am I? Answer: A clock This week’s clue: When flames appear unexpectedly and they Answered first by: Dinorah Centeno need to be put out, I’m not just a “fly on the wall.” Also answered correctly by: Margie Enns, Lynne Send answers, with your name, to [email protected]. Stewart, Cheryl House, Lida Kowal, Marion Briston, Quinn Tiller, Susan Pohorly, Jacob Willms, Britiney Turasz, Hedy Wiebe, Natalie Early, Rachel deBoer, Pat Braun, Sadie Willms, Jeff Weir, Norm Arsenault, Wendy Bosela, Roger Marcos, Greeba-Ann Birch, Katie Reimer, Rick Hrga, Bob Grossman, Hilda Kroeker Email answers to [email protected] for a chance to win a prize. Page 20 The October 24, 2019

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FEATURED LOCAL STORY Fall Fest at Red Roof Retreat

Top left: Kids were playing with the cat during the event. Top right: Pumpkins for carving were provided by Red Roof Retreat. Mid-left: Shadamehr Swift roasts marshmallows. Mid- right: Lennon Ferri helps make a scarecrow. Bottom: Kids spent time with animals at the Ranch. DARIYA BAIGUZHIYEVA

Dariya Baiguzhiyeva The Lake Report

A wide variety of seasonal activities were offered at the Fall Fest held at the Red Roof Retreat last Saturday. Organizers wanted to invite community members to visit the Ranch on Concession 6 Road and engage them in seasonal activities, said Red Roof’s special events co-ordinator Karen Post. “It’s just a nice way to thank the community for their support and invite them to our home and see what we do,” Post said. Red Roof provided frames for scarecrow making and pumpkins for carving. Families could also go on wagon rides and roast marshmallows in a fire pit.