City of Kawartha Lakes campaigns were too negative
By the time this column appears in the newspaper the municipal election of 2018 will be in the books and none too soon for many of us.
This election seems to have been more negative than ever before. Instead of extolling their own virtues, candidates have chosen to talk about the negative aspects of their opponents. We’ve had a third party posting negative handwritten signs around the city.
Here’s hoping that the new council and mayor, whoever they are, will find a way to work together for the betterment of the city without such negativity. It doesn’t help anyone or the cause.
I’m also hoping that election signs disappear as quickly as they seem to appear each election. Sadly it won’t be long before the snow flies so the signs need to be gone quickly.
Stepping off my soapbox now and on with the news of Omemee and area…
If you are a hiker, walker or biker who enjoys using the Kawartha Trans Canada trail you should be aware that the trestle bridge near Orange Corners will be undergoing major refurbishment.
The wooden deck of the bridge is rotting and will be replaced with composite materials. To complete the renovations, the bridge will be closed to all traffic until Nov. 30.
Fall market
There will be a Fall Vendors Market at the Centre, 15 James St. N., Oct.27, 9-3 pm featuring Younlove, Chocoholic Delights, Thirty One, Olive Cedar, Tupperware, Pampered Chef,
The Omemee Antique Shop and doTerra. Cost is $2 or a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Food bank.
Apple pies
The arrival of fall means Omemee Lioness apple pies are back on the menu. Order your pies from Lioness Barb 705-799-5911 at a cost of only $8.
Bethel United Church will hold its annual turkey buffet dinner, Oct. 27, 4-7 pm in the accessible church, 90 Bethel Rd., north of Hwy 7. Cost is $18 for adults; children, 6-12 yrs, $6; 5 yrs and under free, no advance tickets, purchase at the door. Take out dinners are also available. For information call 705-740-1156.
Janetville United Church will be holding a pumpkin carving evening, Oct. 24, 6-8 pm. No cost to participate.
There will be a Halloween
Open House and Candy giveaway, Oct. 31, 5-7:30 pm
Community care
The Community Care of City of Kawartha Lakes offers many invaluable services to the residents of our area. The office number is 705-324-7323.
The Seniors’ Diners’ Club will be held Nov. 1, noon at Christ Church Anglican, 62 King St. E. in conjunction with the Omemee Lioness. Call the office if you would like to reserve a seat.
Footcare is available to seniors and residents with special needs. An appointment is necessary and can be made by calling 705-8794100 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The clinic is held at Remedy RX, 108 Kent St.W., Lindsay. Clinics are Mondays and Tuesdays.
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