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        Mother's Day opening course, we shelled two servings of PEI oysters, cheeses included a fromage Sauvagine and a beautifully aged Camembert on a crusty country bread bite size, devoured with a 2023 Baron de Hoen Alsace Pinot Blanc. Perfect start . . . the main included Pacific coast Halibut on a bed of carrot purée wilted greens and sautéed asparagus, then topped with a dollop of creme fraiche and a basil and parsley pistou. Dessert followed, a pie crust filled with slightly sweetened ricotta cheese and topped with an early spring rhubarb compote . . . A perfectly prepared and presented celebratory dinner, and a hard to beat ending - laughed all the way through watching the Leafs get their buts kicked!!!!!

Somebody did sneak a last bite of the dessert and then slip off to bed in the 3rd period!!!!

And speaking of hockey, the Leafs, Jets and Oilers fans packed into Alaine Chartrand Arena

on Friday for the annual Battle of the St. Lawrence play-off between Seaway High

and South Grenville High Schools. The two games between the junior and

senior groups, highlighted at the break by a skating display, both went

to South Grenville on lopsided scores. Apparently something in the water.

Although we arrived late after patiently taking in a train car shuffle

just east of the arena, we did manage a few shots of the action.

The persistent Spring cloud cover is scheduled to lift today, warmer temperatures and

less precipitation is said to be moving along and allowing the grass to dry a bit.

The Algoma Harvester  appears to barely skim the surface of the

St. Lawrence River on a misty and damp afternoon . . .

Time to check up on the lawn mower . . .

Monday, May 7 - The gates are opening, the ovens are warming, and history is coming back to life! Upper Canada Village, operated by the St. Lawrence Parks Commission, officially reopened for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 3, welcoming guests daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Step back in time to the 1860s, immerse yourself in village life, and discover one of Eastern Ontario’s best day trips, with a uniquely Canadian shopping experience that’s perfect for Mother’s Day. 

        At the heart of the entrance is The Village Store, the largest gift retailer between Brockville and Cornwall, and you don’t need an admission ticket to shop. Open to the public, the Village Store offers ample free parking, is fully accessible, and is the ideal place to find thoughtful, locally made gifts and goods while enjoying lunch or a snack on-site. 

        This year, Upper Canada Village has expanded its commitment to showcasing Canadian-made products and small businesses. From sweaters and t-shirts printed locally, to plush stuffed animals from Canadian suppliers, nearly every item tells a story of Canadian creativity and community. With a large selection and prominent store placing this year, Native Northwest, a proudly Indigenous brand, from British Columbia, designed and developed in Canada showcases Indigenous art created by Indigenous artist. 

         “Our goal is to support and spotlight small businesses locally, throughout Ontario and even Nationally,” says Tiffany Montroy, A/ Manager, Retail Operations. “This season, you’ll find handcrafted products from Lyn, Casselman, South Mountain, Kingston, Waterloo, London and beyond.” 

        And don’t miss the famous Village-made goods: fresh bread baked daily is available in The Village Store around 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., along with bricks of cheese made the 1860s way, produced Tuesday through Friday and often selling out within hours. 

        Support local, celebrate tradition, and start your season with a step into history at Upper Canada Village. 

        Tickets are available for purchase online at www.UpperCanadaVillage.com.  

        Purchasing tickets prior to arrival is recommended, especially for dates with special events. 

About Upper Canada Village . . .

        Depicting life in a rural English Canadian setting during the year 1866, Upper Canada Village is one of the largest living-history museums in Canada. It was founded in 1961 and features more than 40 historic buildings, many of which were moved to the Village from the “Lost Villages” to preserve them prior to the flooding for the St. Lawrence Seaway development project. Talented historical interpreters bring these buildings to life every day, recreating traditional trades, farming, music and 19th century social life – creating an immersive guest experience that makes every visit to the Village different from the last. 

South Dundas, ON -  The Stormont Dundas & Glengarry  Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged three individuals with possession of illegal drugs.  

On Wednesday, Apr. 30th, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., OPP officers had a stopped vehicle at a RIDE checkpoint at the 401 highway On Route in the South Dundas township.    

        The investigation led to the seizure of suspected cocaine and heroin.

Location of mobile CT Scanner in WDMH's rear parking lot . . . 

Friday, Apr. 25th - Several years ago, Dale and Lois Keyes made a very generous donation to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation so the hospital's CT scanner could be upgraded. The new CT scanner will soon be installed, and that project will require several weeks to complete.

        During May and into June 2025 there will be changes to the CT service as the hospital will operate a mobile CT scanner while the new, permanent installation is being completed.

         On Friday, May 2nd, the mobile unit will be delivered to WDMH, where it will be temporarily staged in the rear parking lot,  requiring that a portion of the parking is required to accommodate the unit. Starting Friday, May 16th thru Monday,  Jun. 16th, the hospital will use the mobile CT unit to operate on the same schedule as the current service. Limitations of this mobile unit may necessitate that it may be necessary to send some patients to other hospitals during this time frame.

        “The process of acquiring a replacement CT scanner has been lengthy,” posted out Janie Desroches, Vice President of Clinical Services, adding,  “However, we are very excited to be able to upgrade this crucial piece of equipment and continue to provide excellent patient care to our community.”

Near perfect in the morning along South Dundas' Lakeshore Drive at Flegg Creek . . .