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Leon, Stough share lead at The Wildfire Invitational presented by PC Financial

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PGA TOUR Canada – Wong, Choi one shot back after one round in Peterborough

First round Leaderboard – The Wildfire Invitational presented by PC Financial
(Bold denotes Canadian)

T-1. Hugo Leon – 63 (-8)
T-1. Kyle Stough – 63 (-8)
T-3. Eugene Wong – 64 (-7)
T-3. Albin Choi – 64 (-7)
T-5. Mackenzie Hughes – 65 (-6)
T-5. Cory Renfrew – 65 (-6)

(August 29, 2013 – Peterborough, ON) – Santiago, Chile’s Hugo Leon and Laurel, Maryland’s Kyle Stough shot a pair of 8-under 63s Thursday at Wildfire Golf Club to share the lead after the first round of The Wildfire Invitational presented by PC Financial. – to read more>

100 Years of Ploughing Competitions to Be Celebrated in Lansdowne

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100 years and going strong

100 years and going strong

by Lorraine Payette, written August 28, 2013

(LANSDOWNE, ONTARIO) With all the advances in agriculture over time, a straight furrow is still important. And the 4-H is still going strong, teaching young people this and all the other skills they need to keep farms alive and healthy far into the future.

This year is the 100th anniversary of the International Ploughing Match. – to read more>

Blue Piano Coming to Gananoque

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by Lorraine Payette, written August 28, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) Get ready for some fun musical art as the Blue Piano comes to Gananoque on Thursday, August 29. The piano is being installed, and festivities will begin at 4:00 pm at the Farmers Market in Town Park as Monika Seiler and Alison Macdonald from “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” (currently playing at the Thousand Islands Playhouse) come out to play a little something for those assembled at the site. – to read more>

GTI Chamber of Commerce’s Forward Vision Casting Bright Light on the Future

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by Lorraine Payette, written August 23, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) Gananoque is moving into a brighter future, according to Gananoque 1,000 Islands Chamber of Commerce President Joe Baptista. The Chamber held their annual breakfast, titled “Forward Vision”, at Cousins on King in Gananoque on Friday August 23. The three speakers for the morning’s program were MP Gord Brown, Leeds-Grenville; MPP Steve Clark, also Leeds-Grenville; and Baptista.

“We have a multi-faceted plan for the Chamber,” said Baptista. “One of the things that’s become very evident in this day and age is that the Chambers need to be run more like the businesses that we serve. This means running effective programs that meet the needs of our businesses and of our partners, providing services and leadership in a timely and relevant fashion, but doing so in a fiscally responsible way.” to read more

Thousand Islands Bridge 75 Years Old and Going Strong

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by Lorraine Payette, written August 18, 2013

(ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY) A hush fell over the crowd as the guest speaker stepped onto the platform at the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority property on Collins Landing in Alexandria Bay, NY. The large white festival tent was filled to capacity and more, with 300 people seated and others standing in ranks four and more deep around the perimeter to listen to Brockville, Ontario, historian Brian Phillips speak on the 75th Anniversary of the Thousand Islands Bridge, which connects Lansdowne, Ontario, Canada with Alexandria Bay, New York, US. More than 2,000 people had come out to participate in the celebrations, which included musicians, vendors and a field of 360 antique cars and vehicles which were polished up and ready to show off for the occasion.

“It’s great to have Brian Phillips as a resource, because he’s taken the time and learned all about it and was able to share that with everyone here,” said Shane Sanford, Bridge spokesman. – to read more>

4th Annual Mallorytown Village Fair a Bigger Delight than Ever

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Barbara Patrick attracted a lot of attention with her art
Kim Robinson of Parks Canada displayed local wildlife
Shady lanes full of vendors and displays
Linda Davis brought her teas
Booths

by Lorraine Payette, written August 24, 2013

(MALLORYTOWN, ONTARIO) The 4th Mallorytown Village Fair, held on the grounds at the Mallorytown Community Centre, proved that once you’ve found the right formula, you just keep getting better and better.

Over 500 people came out to enjoy a step back in time on August 24 as vendors and entertainers, costumed interpreters and skilled craftspeople came out to let everyone see just how wonderful a time you can have. Perfect weather enhanced the day, and people of all ages found something to keep them happy at the fair. – to read more>

Hugo Leon wins The Great Waterway Classic for second PGA TOUR Canada win

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PGA TOUR Canada – 28-year old birdies two of last three holes for one-shot victory

Final Leaderboard – The Great Waterway Classic
(Bold denotes Canadian)

1. Hugo Leon – 67 (-22)
2. Brandon Harkins – 62 (-21)
3. Sean Shahi – 70 (-20)
T-4. Will Strickler – 65 (-18)
T-4. Josh Anderson – 66 (-18)
T-4. Joe Panzeri – 67 (-18)

(August 24, 2013 – Morrisburg, ON) – With birdies on two of his final three holes, Santiago, Chile’s Hugo Leon won The Great Waterway Classic on Sunday, shooting a final round 67 to win by one over Scottsdale, Arizona’s Brandon Harkins.

Leon earned his second career PGA TOUR Canada win and moved to no. 4 on the season long Order of Merit, in position to earn one of The Five Web.com Tour cards available at season’s end. – to read more>

Sean Shahi takes one shot lead at The Great Waterway Classic

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PGA TOUR Canada – 27-year old birdies 18th hole Saturday for one shot advantage through 54 holes

Third Round Leaderboard – The Great Waterway Classic
(Bold denotes Canadian)

1. Sean Shahi – 66 (-18)
2. Hugo Leon – 67 (-17)
3. Chris Epperson – 68 (-15)
T-4. Tony Finau – 67 (-14)
T-4. Ryan Blaum – 70 (-14)
T-6. Darren Wallace – 65 (-13)
T-6. Steven Lecuyer – 68 (-13)
T-6. Joe Panzeri – 70 (-13)

(August 24, 2013 – Morrisburg, ON) – Laguna Niguel, California’s Sean Shahi shot a third round 66 at Upper Canada Golf Course Saturday to take a one stroke lead heading into the final round of The Great Waterway Classic. – to read more>

Mini Powwow in Gananoque a Cultural Delight

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by Lorraine Payette, written August 18, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) It seems to depend on whom and where a person is as to how they define the word “powwow”. But if you are willing to take the time and speak with those for whom it is a major event, it grows into a powerful and dramatic tool to spread love, language, culture and history throughout the world employing riotous colour, splendid dance and infectious music.

“Powwow is a chance to bring all of the people together,” said Kenny Leaf, a Mohawk from Akwesasne. “It’s a chance to meet all the different nations and cultures, and have a good time. Everyone comes from different places and we dance to heal and bring good things to everyone.” – to read more>

Lucas Lee grabs overnight lead at The Great Waterway Classic

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PGA TOUR Canada – Round two suspended due to darkness, will resume Saturday morning

Second Round Leaderboard – The Great Waterway Classic
(Bold denotes Canadian)

1. Lucas Lee – 66 (-13)
T-2. Ryan Blaum – 66 (-12)
T-2. Sean Shahi – 65 (-12)
4. Joe Panzeri – 66 (-11)
T-5. Tony Finau – 68 (-9)
T-5. Jose Toledo – 68 (-9)

(August 23, 2013 – Morrisburg, ON) – Sao Paolo, Brazil’s Lucas Lee shot a 6-under par 66 at Upper Canada Golf Course to take the solo lead at The Great Waterway Classic on Friday. The 26-year old held a one stroke lead over Champions Gate, Florida’s Ryan Blaum and Laguna Niguel, California’s Sean Shahi when play was suspended due to darkness at 7:51 PM. – to read more>