Gananoque’s Santa Claus Parade Marches in the Season

Posted on December 11, 2013 by llpayette

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Faces in he Crowd

by Lorraine Payette, written December 7, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ON) The early snow lent a perfect backdrop on November 30 as Gananoque held its annual Santa Claus parade down King Street East. Six blocks of carollers, floats, bands and marchers lit up the night, as hundreds of people gathered to cheer them on. Free hot chocolate was handed out to by-standers, and Santa and two of his reindeer took time after the parade to meet with local children. This was on the heels of a successful teddy bear toss held by the Gananoque Jr. B Islanders, in partnership with the Gananoque BIA and Big Bass Challenge. A first annual event, it was designed to benefit many local children. – to read more>

PGA TOUR Canada announces 2014 Qualifying School dates and sites

Posted on December 8, 2013 by llpayette

by PGA Tour Canada – December 5, 2013

Qualifying tournaments to take place in California, Florida and British Columbia

(December 5, 2014 – Oakville, On and Ponte Vedra, FL) – PGA TOUR Canada Qualifying School will take place at three separate sites next spring, heading to Oak Valley Golf Club in Beaumont, California April 7-11, the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at Reunion Resort and Club in Kissimmee, Florida April 14-18 and Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community in Courtenay, British Columbia May 5-9. – to read more>

Liberal Energy Policy Punishes Consumers, Kills Jobs: Clark

Posted on December 4, 2013 by llpayette

by Michael Jiggins, Executive Assistant to Steve Clark, MPP, Leeds-Grenville, written December 3, 2013

(QUEEN’S PARK) – On a day when Ontarians learned they will pay even more for the Liberal government’s mismanagement of the energy sector through higher hydro bills and more job losses, MPP Steve Clark stood up on behalf of Leeds-Grenville residents to say enough is enough.

In a Member’s Statement at Queen’s Park on Monday, December 2, Clark blasted Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli and Hydro One, calling on them to implement immediate changes in policy to put residential and business customers ahead of special interests. – to read more>

Dreams in Motion Presents 9th Annual Christmas Festival

Posted on November 29, 2013 by llpayette

Christmas at Dreams in Motion

by Lorraine Payette, written November 29, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) Let the magic begin! It’s time once again for the Christmas Festival over at Dreams in Motion in Gananoque. As the theatre school’s largest fundraiser, there is plenty to do and see, and a chance for everyone to visit Santa as well.

The event runs from 4:00 pm on November 29 – 5:00 pm on December 1, and features two performances of “The Grinch” as well as an adults’ masquerade ball. New to the programme, the ball is hoped to add that extra level of fantasy and excitement to the weekend for those 19 and over. – to read more>

Freedom, Oh, Freedom

Posted on November 28, 2013 by llpayette

by Lorraine Payette, written November 28, 2013

“When in danger or in doubt
Run in circles, scream and shout…”
– Leslie Simpson, ca. 1970

Freedom, yes, but probably not in the way you’re thinking. If life were that easy, I would never have thought to try a new column.

I woke up this morning with the hymn, “Enter, Rejoice and Come In!” clanging insistently in my head. We all get ear worms, but not that one, and especially not on first waking up. However, it felt like someone was trying to tell me something, and I’m trying to learn to listen. – to read more>

Clark Calls for End to MPAC Attacks on Local Food Producers

Posted on November 28, 2013 by llpayette

by Michael Jiggins, Executive Assistant to Steve Clark, MPP, Leeds-Grenville, written November 28, 2013

Stop Treating Local Food Like Cash Cow, MPP Tells Finance Minister

(QUEEN’S PARK) – MPP Steve Clark stood up today for local food producers in Leeds-Grenville whose entrepreneurial efforts are being plowed under by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).

During Question Period this morning, Clark called on Finance Minister Charles Sousa to take action immediately to end MPAC’s practice of slapping local food producers with punitive industrial and commercial property tax designations. – to read more>

MPP Clark Hosts Annual Christmas Reception on December 8

Posted on November 26, 2013 by llpayette

Clark invites all to be his guest

by Michael Jiggins, Executive Assistant to Steve Clark, MPP, Leeds-Grenville, written November 26, 2013

(BROCKVILLE) – Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark is inviting residents from the riding to take a break during this busy time of year and join him at his annual Community Christmas Reception.

This year’s event is being held on Sunday, December 8 from 3-5 p.m. at the Quality Hotel Royal Brock, 100 Stewart Boulevard in Brockville. – to read more>

Tips for Dealing with Cold Weather

Posted on November 26, 2013 by llpayette

by Susan Healey, Communications Coordinator, Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, November 26, 2013

(Leeds, Grenville and Lanark) Another Canadian winter is here! Frostbite and hypothermia are real potential dangers especially for individuals who are out in the elements for long periods of time; those who have a decreased sensation in their extremities; and children.

Frostbite is the freezing of skin and the layers of tissue underneath the skin. It usually occurs when temperatures drop below -4 degrees C. Frostbite is hard to feel, so when enjoying the outdoors make sure to check for white or grey spots on skin or areas that have lost feeling. Sometimes tingling or pain can be a warning sign of frostbite. Frostbite usually occurs in hands, feet, nose and ears. – to read more>

Jon Abrams Hockey Song “For the Love of the Game” Needs Your Votes

Posted on November 25, 2013 by llpayette

Jon Abrams, formerly of Gananoque, singer/songwriter – “The Hockey Song: For the Love of the Game”. (Submitted photo)

by Lorraine Payette, written November 25, 2013

For the love of the game, playing on a backyard pond
For the love of the game, rockin’ when we sing this song
For the love of the game, feeling that home town pride
For the love of the game, one timer and the crowd goes wild
For the love of the game
– Jon Abrams, “For the Love of the Game”

A son of Gananoque is on his way to the top and he’s hoping for help from everyone in the region.

When a lot of hockey fans were feeling down in the dumps due to the NHL lockout last year, Jon Abrams came to the rescue just in time for the holidays. – to read more>

Joyce Clare Memorial Spiel Raising Funds to Help Fight Cancer

Posted on November 23, 2013 by llpayette

Joyce Clare

Grover Clare, Joyce’s husband

Jayne Curtis, Joyce Clare’s daughter

Some of the Clare descendants came out to play

by Lorraine Payette, written November 21, 2013

I’m heading out with my curlers tonight
For our regular Friday Night Flight
And I know it’s been said
That I’ve got rocks in my head
I’m heading out with my curlers tonight!
– The Curlers’ Waltz

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The Clare Family knows what it’s like to lose someone to lung cancer. About twelve years ago, Joyce Clare succumbed to the disease, leaving behind her husband Grover and a strong, active family of ardent curlers. – to read more>

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