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Final Push to Make “For the Love of the Game” Number 1

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Jon Abrans

Jon Abrans

by Lorraine Payette, written December 28, 2013

Hard as it may be to believe, Jon Abrams is putting Gananoque on the map in ways he never imagined. Having made the top ten with his song, “For the Love of the Game”, he now needs all of our votes to finish getting it to number one.

“(The final) voting ends Dec 30 at 11:59 pm, so we need all the PLAYS and VOTES and SHARES we can stick handle before the buzzer goes to end period 3,” says Nancy Abrams, Jon’s mother. “It’s been a terrific team effort throughout…. Thank you everyone for your great support.” – to read more>

Jon Abrams Still Shooting for the Top

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Jon Abrams

by Lorraine Payette, written December 15, 2013

There’s still time to get Gananoque native Jon Abrams and his song, “For the Love of the Game”, into the top ten, but we have to hurry.

“He’s made it into the top 50,” said Nancy Abrams, Jon’s mother. “It would be so wonderful if he could go all the way.” – to read more>

Gananoque’s Santa Claus Parade Marches in the Season

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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>

Dreams in Motion Presents 9th Annual Christmas Festival

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Christmas at Dreams in Motion

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>

MPP Clark Hosts Annual Christmas Reception on December 8

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Clark invites all to be his guest

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>

Joyce Clare Memorial Spiel Raising Funds to Help Fight Cancer

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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>

Gananoque Gathers in Remembrance of All Who Served

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Faces of All Ages Came Out to Pay Tribute

By Lorraine Payette, written November 13, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The rain fell like icy tears, splattering camera lenses and chilling participants as Gananoque gathered in Town Park on November 11 to celebrate Remembrance Day. – to read more>

14th Remembrance Road Ceremony Keeps Memories Fresh in Mallorytown

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by Lorraine Payette, written November 9, 2013

(MALLLORYTOWN, ONTARIO) On Friday, November 8, piper Larry Fitzpatrick silenced the assembled crowds with a single skirl from his pipes as he led the honour and colour guards in before the stand of dignitaries and school children at Mallorytown’s 14th annual Remembrance Road ceremonies for local service personnel who gave heir lives during World Wars I and II, and in the conflict in Afghanistan. – to read more>

Ghouls and Goblins and Ghosts, Oh My!

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by Lorraine Payette, written November 4, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) The town was crawling with ghouls, goblins and ghosts as people of all ages came out to celebrate Halloween in Gananoque.

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Dreams in Motion

“It’s been great,” said Kerri Paquette at Dreams in Motion. “The kids always do such a wonderful job, and everyone had a fantastic time.” – to read more>