Monthly Archives: May 2014

David Bradshaw takes medalist honours at PGA TOUR Canada Q-School

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PGA TOUR Canada – May 10, 2014

13 Canadians earn status for PGA TOUR Canada in 2014

Final leaderboard – British Columbia Qualifying Tournament (Bold denotes Canadian)

1. David Bradshaw – 73 (-17)
T2. Timothy Madigan – 67 (-9)
T2. Adam Long – 68 (-9)
T4. Greg Machtaler – 70 (-7)
T4. Ben Silverman – 69 (-7)

(May 9, 2014 – Courtenay, BC) – Encinitas, California’s David Bradshaw cruised to an eight stroke victory at PGA TOUR Canada’s British Columbia Qualifying Tournament on Friday, carding a final round 73 to finish 17-under par for the week. Bradshaw was among 18 players to earn exempt status and 42 total players to earn PGA TOUR Canada cards for 2014. – to read more>

Royal Canadian Legion Hosting Launch of “Voices from the Past”

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by Lorraine Payette, written May 8, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) The Branch 92 Royal Canadian Legion in Gananoque will be hosting a launch of the book, Voices from the Past: Canadian Letters from the First World War, on Saturday May 10 at 2:00 pm.

“The book contains about 100 letters from local men and women and about 125 from other Canadians,” says historian Bill Beswetherick.

The 297 page volume gives a very personal look at the experiences of these people during the great War to End All Wars.

Printed in an 8 ½” x 11” format, it also contains 62 photographs which lend to the feel of being there during this important time.

Copies of the book may be purchased at the launch, or at the Legion itself for $27.50 each. It is highly recommended as a wonderful look at the original history of WWI, and would be an excellent choice for the serious history fan or for anyone wishing to know more about Canada’s involvement in this war.

David Bradshaw opens up 10 shot lead at PGA TOUR Canada Q-School

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PGA TOUR Canada – May 7, 2014

West Virginia native fires course record 62 at Crown Isle

Second round leaderboard – British Columbia Qualifying Tournament (Bold denotes Canadian)

1. David Bradshaw – 62 (-17)
2. Greg Machtaler – 69 (-7)
T-3. Chris McCartin – 69 (-6)
T-3. Brendan Gielow – 68 (-6)
T-3. Russell Surber – 71 (-6)
T-3. Nate McCoy – 69 (-6)

(May 7, 2014 – Courtenay, BC) – Encinitas, California’s David Bradshaw opened up a massive lead at PGA TOUR Canada’s British Columbia Qualifying Tournament on Wednesday, firing a 10-under 62 at Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community to lead by 10 shots through 36 holes. – to read more>

David Bradshaw leads at PGA TOUR Canada’s British Columbia Q-School

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PGA TOUR Canada – May 6, 2014

Four Canadians tied for fourth after first round in Courtenay

First round leaderboard – British Columbia Qualifying Tournament (Bold denotes Canadian)

1. David Bradshaw – 65
T-2. Russell Surber – 67
T-2. Garrett Driver – 67
T-4. Adam Cornelson – 68
T-4. James Love – 68
T-4. Braeden Cryderman – 68
T-4. Greg Machtaler – 68

(May 6, 2014 – Courtenay, BC) – Encinitas, California’s David Bradshaw carded a 7-under 65 on Tuesday at Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community to take the first round lead at PGA TOUR Canada’s British Columbia Qualifying Tournament. Bradshaw led by two over Garrett Driver and Russell Surber after one round. – to read more>

Chalk the Walk Set to Dazzle Gananoque on May 17

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by Lorraine Payette, written April 29, 2014

(Gananoque, ON) What do magic hats, fire breathing dragons, balloon creations, live music and a whole lot of family fun in the sun have in common? They’re all part of Chalk the Walk in Gananoque, the first great outdoor event of the season.

The ever popular festival is returning to Gananoque on May 17, and organizers are anticipating that more amazing art will be hitting the pavement in Town Park. – to read more>

TI Playhouse Takes a Road Trip through Time with “Driving Miss Daisy”

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by Lorraine Payette, written May 7, 2014

“I don’t want you. I don’t need you. And I don’t like you saying I’m rich…” (MD)

“You can’t drive, but you probably do a lot of things I can’t do. It’ll all work out…” (H)

“Wait, you’re speeding – I see it!” (MD)

“We ain’t doing but 19 miles an hour…” (H)

– Miss Daisy and Hoke from “Driving Miss Daisy”

(Gananoque, ON) Prepare to laugh, cry and be completely delighted as the Thousand Islands Playhouse opens the 2014 season with a heart-warming ride through time in their production of the Pulitzer Prize winning play, “Driving Miss Daisy.” Starring Nicola Lipman as Miss Daisy Werthan, Walter Borden as her chauffeur Hoke Colburn, and Brian Linds as her long suffering son, Boolie, this is the perfect way to warm up after a long, tiring winter. While Borden and Linds are making their debut at the Playhouse, local theatre goers will remember Lipman from her amazing performance in “No Great Mischief” during the Playhouse’s 2013 season. – to read more>

The Scandal that Rocked Rockport

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by Lorraine Payette, written April 23, 2014

(Gananoque, Ontario) It has all the elements of a Hollywood movie – the richest man in town married a woman nearly 40 years his junior just 2 ½ months after the death of his first wife. Less than two years later, he died, disinheriting his family and leaving his new wife his entire estate. A trial ensued to try to undo the will, but in the end, she won everything… – to read more>

Gananoque’s Got Heart – Helping the Victims of the Bell Tower Mall Fire

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by Lorraine Payette, written April 30, 2014

“You’ve gotta have heart
Miles and miles and miles of heart…”
– You’ve Gotta Have Heart

(Gananoque, ON) The victims of the tragic Bell Tower Mall fire are learning just how amazing the townspeople of Gananoque really are.

On April 17 a fire broke out in the complex, killing one person and leaving 11 others homeless. Although a person has been charged in the incident, that’s a far cry from solving the problem for those who now find themselves with nothing.

“We’re accepting useful donations for the fire victims,” said Tara Berry of Overstocks at 122 King Street East in the town. “We’ve opened up a bank account for them. There are six families with no place at all to go. They need everything.” – to read more>