Caution urged as more tractors on area roads
TWEED - A 19-year-old man was injured by an arrow Monday morning at a rural home near Tweed, about 95 kilometres east of Peterborough, Central Hastings OPP said.
Doug Socha, chief of the HastingsQuinted Paramedic Services, said the man accidentally discharged his crossbow fired a 70-centimetre-long arrow straight through his chest, CBC News reported.
Emergency crews, along with officers from the Central Hastings Ontario Provincial Police detachment, were called to the rural home north of the town at around 10:30 a.m. Monday.
The man was taken by paramedics to the Belleville General Hospital and was later taken by Ornge air ambulance to Kingston General Hospital, police said.
No further details on how it happened were provided by police.
Central Hastings OPP are continuing to investigate.
This year’s continued rainy weather has made farming challenging to say the least. Thankfully recently we’ve had a few stretches of dry weather which has allowed farmers to get hay in the barn for the winter.
As a result of the haying, you’ll notice more tractor and wagons on our local roadways. Please be respectful and allow the farmers to get where they are going safely.
It may slow your drive down slightly but the farmers are only doing their jobs.
In the province there has already been at least one fatality and several other accidents involving tractors on the roads. A few extra minutes isn’t worth a life.
Country tunes
Downeyville’s annual Country Jamboree will take place Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall park. The event will feature local musical talent and welcomes open mic. musicians. There will be live country music outside and live Irish music in the Irish cafe.
For the history buffs, there will be a Peter Robinson Settler display of family histories, pictures as well as maps of Emily Township from 1825-1950. There will be special activities for the children as well as a barbeque and beer tent. Free admission to the grounds.
Seniors’ luncheon
The Diners’ Club seniors’ luncheon will be held Aug. 3 at noon at Christ Church Anglican. The luncheon is presented by Community Care of City of Kawartha Lakes in conjunction with the Omemee and District Lioness Club. If you’re interested in attending, call705324-7323to reserve a seat.
Cruise night
The Fowlers Corners and District Lions Club will hold Cruise Night @ CraftWorks, 124 Lindsay Rd, Thursday nights until Sept. 7 beginning at 5 p.m. at The Barn, just east of Fowlers Corners. The weekly event includes a DJ with ’50s and ’60s music, draw prizes for the cruise night participants and a chance to win a trip to Vegas each night for participants and spectators over 18. There is no admission charge but donations are accepted to offset expenses.
Tea and talk
There will be a Tea and Talk for Seniors on Aug. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Adelaide Place, 84 Adelaide St. S., Lindsay presented by Elder Abuse Network. Call705928-4465 to register.
Seniors
Omemee Seniors will meet every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Omemee Legion for euchre. Cost is $2.50 per person.
Community Care
Community Care offers many programs and services to Omemee and area residents. Information on all programs is available by calling the office at705-324-7323.
Meals on Wheels is available in Omemee and Downeyville for a minimal fee.
A cancer support group for those diagnosed with cancer or receiving treatments will be held Aug. 14 and 28 2 to 4 p.m. at 65 Melbourne St. W., Lindsay. Call ext. 503 for information or to register.
A Stroke Survivor support group will be held Aug. 10, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., 65 Melbourne St. W., Lindsay. For information or to register call ext. 111.
A Caregiver Support Group for those caring for a patient with a terminal or life limiting illness will be held Aug. 9, 10 - 11:30 a.m., 2 Kent St. W. Call ext. 503 for details.
An adult day program is held at Trinity United Church, Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. This program allows caregivers an opportunity to relax, do errands, enjoy a coffee with friends while their charge is enjoying a safe social setting. Call the office for information or to book a spot.