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[" T H E V O I C E O F T H E E A S T E R N T O W N S H I P S S I N C E 18 9 7 T H E Thursday , January 17, 2019 $1.00 + taxes PM#0040007682 Quebec to investigate allegations at English Montreal School Board Page 3 Stanstead budget down, tax rate the same Page 4 Bright future for the Townships: Galt career day focuses on local opportunities Protests and demonstrations welcome the Prime Minister By Emilie Hackett Special to the Record Townshippers\u2019 Association held a career day, Unlock Your Future: Discover Opportunities in the Eastern Townships at Alexander Galt Regional High School on Wednesday.Level four and five students were treated to a half day of networking, workshops, panels, and speeches by keynote speakers.Galt graduates Erica Porter, athletic therapist and Director of Athletics at Champlain College, and Tim Brink, singer-songwriter and La Voix contestant, inaugurated the event with inspiring presentations that pushed the students to follow their dreams and never give up.According to Brink, the three keys for success are to \u201cShow up, believe in yourself, and work hard to get there.\u201d What started off as a one-time grant from Patrimoine Canadian Heritage, which allowed for career days at Richmond, Massey Vanier, and Alexander Galt in 2017 quickly became a key event at the Eastern Townships School Board (ETSB).\u201cThe career day was really well received in its first year and we realized that we needed to keep it going for the students,\u201d said Emily Prangley Des- ormeaux, the Community Outreach Coordinator at the Townshippers\u2019 Association.\u201cIt\u2019s truly a community- wide effort and it took extensive planning.All the speakers and panelists are here on a volunteer basis, and we have gotten so much help from the ETSB guidance counsellors for all the internal affairs,\u201d she added.The goal of the event is \u201cto inform the students of all the wonderful educational and employment opportunities in the community,\u201d explained Marie Thibault, guidance counsellor at Alexander Galt students were able to speak with professionals such as photographer Grant Siméon (left), lawyer Anka Beese (middle), and Waterville Woodcraft vice-president Alain Compagna (right).PICTURES BY EMILIE HACKETT By Gordon Lambie On Wednesday Sherbrooke welcomed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to town with a series of public demonstrations.The protests began just before noon at the OTL Gouverneur on King Street West, where representatives of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), a union representing employees of the Federal Government, gathered to express their frustrations about the ongoing issues with the troubled Phoenix pay system.Yvon Barrière, Executive Vice President of the PSAC for the Quebec Region, said that the demonstration was about more than just visibility.\u201cWe know that Mr.Trudeau will be here,\u201d Barrière said, standing among protestors waving banners, beating drums, and blowing horns or whistles.\u201cWe hope to be able to speak with him and remind him of the nice promises he made us in 2015 before the elections.\u201d The PSAC Vice President said that Trudeau committed to responding to the concerns of public sector employees in a respectful and adequate way, but that the union and its members have found the Prime Ministers actions miss that mark.\u201cThere are close to 200,000 workers who have problems with their pay,\u201d Barrière said.\u201cWe have problems every 2 weeks.\u201d Issues with the Phoenix system, which was created by the previous conservative government with the goal of saving money, include both underpaying and overpaying employees, and have been ongoing for several years.According to Barrière, roughly 300 to 350 people made the trip from across Quebec to attend yesterday\u2019s demonstration.\u201cWe hope that Mr.Trudeau will exchange a few words with us.\u201d CONT\u2019D ON PAGE 3 CONT\u2019D ON PAGE 3 When I was initially recovering from prostate surgery, the common advice I got from people was, \u201cListen to your body.\u201d This was not, of course, in a literal sense, although that could be fun too.(\u201cHey, kids, come here and listen to my body!\u201d) Instead, it was about allowing my body to dictate what I should be doing.So I took that advice, and in those first days following surgery, what I mostly heard my body saying was, \u201cI don\u2019t like this.\u201d Since then I\u2019ve gotten stronger, and the messages from my body have become more nuanced.In fact, it\u2019s not my body as a whole I listen to but the individual parts, although there seems to be a general plea to eat chocolate and watch Netflix.But most of the time, there\u2019s a whole cocktail party of discussions going on.Come: let\u2019s listen to my body together! My feet What I\u2019m hearing from my feet is that I don\u2019t appreciate how much of the weight they carry around here.They\u2019re always there for me, they say, when I need to walk or kick a ball or boot a cat off the bed.\u201cWe do nothing but consistently toe the line,\u201d they say, \u201cand what do we get?Nail trimmings twice, maybe three times a year.\u201d So I asked my feet, what do you want?It turns out they want one of those spa treatments where little fish nibble the dead skin off your feet.\u201cSeriously?\u201d I said.\u201cAll that complaining was just so you could guilt me into sticking my feet into a glorified fish tank?\u201d My feet are the worst.Seriously, my feet stink.My knees Two nights ago, my knees woke me up doing a vaudeville routine.My right knee was singing, \u201cOn Moonlight Bay\u201d while my left knee was pulling rabbits out of a hat.(That\u2019s my trick knee.) \u201cShut up, knees,\u201d I yelled, \u201cI\u2019m trying to sleep!\u201d But they just broke into a rendition of \u201cSwanee\u201d that went on for 20 minutes! Oh, but they paid for it the next morning.As I got out of bed, all they could sing was vintage breakfast cereal jingles: snap, crackle, pop.So, no, I don\u2019t listen to my knees.My groin-ial area What can I tell you?Since the surgery, my groin-ial area\u2019s not happy.In fact, it\u2019s cranky.Crotchety.I know I said I would share what my body was telling me, but in this case, those conversations are just too personal; they\u2019re privates.What I can tell you is that my groin- ial area really feels like it took one for the team.Made the hard choice.Rose to the occasion one last time.And for that, I salute you, groin-ial area, for you can salute no more.True, it\u2019s been through a lot, my groin-ial area, and it has a lot to say these days, trust me.(Oh those walks down memory lane\u2026) But frankly, since my prostate was removed, it\u2019s been a bit of a drip.My gut There\u2019s a reason they say \u201clisten to your gut,\u201d because your gut is actually very, very smart.For example, a few days after surgery, my gut told me that one daily portion of Lax-a-Day is exactly half a daily portion too much.Thanks, gut! I can always count on you to send me useful information, though I must admit sometimes it\u2019s a lot to digest.My entire upper body I have to tell you, I\u2019m getting a little sick of listening to my upper body.At first after the surgery I was mindful of what it had to say: \u201cHmmm, we\u2019d like to help bring in the groceries but we don\u2019t want to overdo it.Sutures, swelling, etcetera, you know?We\u2019ll just lie here and heal.Can someone bring us a blanket?And that box of chocolates over there?And the remote.\u201d So I listened to my upper body.But now I have a feeling my upper body is taking advantage of the situation.\u201cOh, we\u2019re not sure we should bring up the laundry basket.Scooping the kitty litter?Gee, that\u2019s a lot of bending and stretching, isn\u2019t it?\u201d It\u2019s been two months! Meanwhile, my upper body has become as soft as a fresh bagel and my arms look like stocks of wilted celery.In other words, I look like I normally do, but I feel terrible! I need to stop listening to my upper body.Also, could someone get me a bagel and some celery?I\u2019m a bit sore\u2026 Ben by Daniel Shelton Weather TODAY: SUNNY HIGH OF -15 LOW OF -17 FRIDAY: PERIODS OF SNOW HIGH OF -6 LOW OF -23 SATURDAY: SUNNY HIGH OF -20 LOW OF -24 SUNDAY: SNOW HIGH OF -15 LOW OF -18 MONDAY: 70% CHANCE OF FLURRIES HIGH OF -13 LOW OF -21 Page 2 Thursday , January 17, 2019 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record The Record e-edition There for you 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week.Wherever you are.Access the full edition of the Sherbrooke Record as well as special editions and 30 days of archives.Renew or order a new 12- month print subscription and get a 12-month online subscription for an additional $5 or purchase the online edition only for $82.21.Record subscription rates (includes Quebec taxes) For print subscription rates, please call 819-569-9528 or email us at billing@sherbrookerecord.com 12 month web only: $125.00 1 month web only: $11.25 Web subscribers have access to the daily Record as well as archives and special editions.Subscribing is as easy as 1,2,3: 1.Visit the Record website: www.sherbrookerecord.com 2.Click e-edition.3.Complete the form and wait for an email activating your online subscription.Listen to my body Ross Murray A snow park in the downtown Cowansville Record Staff The town of Cowansville has announced that snowboarders will now be able to practice their sport right in the downtown city center.A snow park has been constructed in the Parc Centre-ville with three modules.Festivities will be held this Saturday, January 19, from 1 p.m.to 4 p.m.to inaugurate this new infrastructure.\"On the program, there are demonstrations, music, DJs, and warm drinks.In addition, a snowboard worth $400, courtesy of Burton, will be awarded as a door prize.Free skiers and boarders will be able to enjoy these new modules and even film their new acrobatics, an original way of moving,\" said Alain Dion, Director of the town\u2019s Department of Recreation and Community Life.The snow park was built by FF Conceptions, two young entrepreneurs from the region with a passion for the sport.The City obtained a $7,500 grant from the \"En Montérégie, on bouge!!\u201d program to complete the project.The park will be open every day from 9 a.m.to 10 p.m.depending on weather conditions and helmets are mandatory.For more information, visit the City of Cowansville website at www.ville.cow- ansville.qc.ca.Follow The Sherbrooke Record on Facebook and Twitter! sherbrookerecord @recordnewspaper Thursday , January 17, 2019 Page 3 He said the board's council of elected commissioners, which oversees a $280- million budget, is frequently \u201cparalyzed'' by internal conflicts.LOCAL NEWS The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Protests and demonstrations CONT\u2019D FROM PAGE 1 The PSAC was not the only group hoping to exchange words with the Prime Minister, however.Later in the day demonstrations were held outside the Times Hotel at the corner of Belvedere and King Streets by the Sherbrooke Renters\u2019 Association, who were seeking swifter action on affordable housing initiatives, as well as the Sherbrooke chapter of Greenpeace and a group of concerned citizens who were both hosting concurrent demonstrations in solidarity with the Wet'suwet'en First Nation in British Colombia which is currently at the centre of a controversy involving access for a liquefied natural gas pipeline.The shared location was chosen as Trudeau was hosting a liberal party dinner at the hotel that evening.The Federal Cabinet retreat that is at the heart of Trudeau\u2019s visit to the Townships began last night and will continue until Friday.PICTURES BY GORDON LAMBIE Quebec to investigate allegations at English Montreal School Board The Canadian Press Quebec's education minister has ordered an investigation of the province's largest English-lan- guage school board after learning of serious allegations about the board's governance.At a news conference in Quebec City, Jean-Francois Roberge said that soon after being named minister last fall, he was briefed on problems at the board dating back years.\u201cThese allegations are troubling and serious.We must take action,'' Roberge said.\u201cThey relate primarily to the management of material and human resources and the working climate at the English Montreal School Board.'' He said the board's council of elected commissioners, which oversees a $280- million budget, is frequently \u201cparalyzed'' by internal conflicts.\u201cAlso, there have been irregularities in vocational training, particularly with regard to partnerships with organizations that are not recognized by the (Education Department) and that provide substandard instruction,'' he said.\u201cOf course this is unacceptable.'' Roberge has asked the department's investigation team to submit a preliminary report by June 3 and a final report by Sept.10.The EMSB said in a statement that news of the investigation \u201chas caught us completely by surprise.It said it had not been informed of any irregularities uncovered in reviews commissioned by the previous Liberal government.The most recent of the reviews was submitted in June 2017.\u201cWe have absolutely nothing to hide,'' the board said, promising that department investigators \u201cwill have the full cooperation of the EMSB's governance and management in the completion of their work.'' The investigation comes as the future of Quebec's school boards is in doubt.The Coalition Avenir Quebec government was elected in October on a promise to abolish the boards.Opposition to the move has been strongest among anglophones, who consider the elected boards vital to their community.Roberge said the good work accomplished at the EMSB cannot be tarnished \u201cby actions and practices that are ethically unacceptable.'' CONT\u2019D FROM PAGE 1 Alexander Galt.A networking event was set up in the gymnasium, where representatives from various schools were present, such as Champlain College, Lennoxville Vocational Training Center and McGill\u2019s MacDonald Campus.Prior to the event, students selected skills workshops and panels through a survey and were separated into groups where they met with a variety of professionals from the Townships.The panelists ranged from business owners, artists, engineers, computer scientists, farmers, border patrol and police officers, psychologists, lawyers, and many more.The Record spoke with two of the volunteer panelists, photographer Grant Siméon and Alain Compagna, vice-presi- dent of operations at Waterville Woodcraft.Siméon explained that he attended the career day because \u201cas a member of the community, it is our duty to contribute and help.It\u2019s always a pleasure to come out and show the students that the Townships is a place of opportunity.\u201d As for Alain Compagna, he participated because it is crucial \u201cto find proper successors for Eastern Townships businesses.In five or ten years, a lot of businesses will be for sale.We need to make sure that the students of today become the bosses of tomorrow.\u201d He added that it was important to him to share his passion with the students.Bright future Local businesses discuss labour shortage in the region By Matthew McCully Among the many announcements and consultations happening this week in conjunction with the federal cabinet ministers\u2019 retreat in Sherbrooke, local business owners got the opportunity to bend the ear of Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.Accompanied by Compton-Stanstead MP and Minister of International Development Marie-Claude Bibeau, a handful of business owners gathered yesterday for a discussion about the labour shortage in the area, held in Lennoxville at the offices of Global Excel.\u201cThis was our opportunity to hear directly from businesses,\u201d commented Ng, following the meeting.With a mandate to help small businesses start up, scale up and access new markets, Ng said in addition to learning about the dynamic businesses in the area, part of her motivation for attending the meeting was to share what opportunities are available and help owners become more export ready.Among the businesses in attendance were Verbom, Nad Klima, Défi Polytek, Global Excel, Champeau, Downey Tree Company, Propar Inc, Boulangerie Kiri and Cabico.Representatives from Action Intercul- turelles and the Chambre de Commerce de Sherbrooke also attended the meeting.According to Minister Hussen, the business owners stressed the importance of supporting the regional economy.\u201cThey need to grow more,\u201d he added.In order to do that, Hussen said it was made clear in the meeting that there is a need in the area for more workers.Hussen discussed the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), an application employers can fill out to demonstrate the need to hire a foreign worker.Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.He explained that his office is working on initiatives to speed up the process, as well as family reunification policies, to unite families of immigrants and refugees already settled in the area.MATTHEW MCCULLY Left to right Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, Compton- Stanstead MP and Minister of International Development Marie-Claude Bibeau and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Page 4 Thursday , January 17, 2019 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Handicapped housing complex begins construction Record Staff The promoters of the Logements Handi-Cité project have announced the construction of a building of 23 pre-adapted and adaptable housing units for the physically disabled.The building will be located in Sherbrooke East on Thomas-Evans St.Families have not been forgotten, as there will be 4 1/2 and 5 1/2 units for them in addition to the usual 3 1/2 for people living alone.Logements\\ Handi-Cité is a project worth more than $4 million sponsored by Handi-Capable in collaboration with the technical resource group Entraide Habitat Estrie.Low-income People with disabilities with modest incomes will have their rent subsidized to a large extent.Groundbreaking is expected to take place in November 2019 for possession in July 2020.The project is in the process of completing the collection of registration forms for people with disabilities alone or in a family who are interested in renting a home.The project will accept three times as many registrations as there are spaces available.Selection will be made from among the applications received.The project already has two thirds of its limit of registered applications.The building will be managed by a non-profit organization (Habitations Handi-Cité) made up of physically disabled persons.There will be no on-site medical services or cafeteria, but a recreation committee will offer activities in the large community hall.Obviously, people receiving CLSC services will continue to receive them at this new address.The CIUSSS de l'Estrie - CHUS is also helping the project.A representative will offer an opinion when selecting candidates.In addition, for those selected, an occupational therapist day will be on hand to recommend necessary housing adaptations.Independent physically disabled people belonging to the Handi-Capable network participated in the drawing up of the plans made by the architectural firm Michel Jubinville.(COURTESY HANDI-CAPABLE) An artist\u2019s conception of the proposed adapted housing complex expected to open in 2020.Stanstead budget down, tax rate the same By Steve Blake The 2019 budget in Stanstead is going down by nearly $227,000 compared to the 2018 budget.The tax rate remains level at $0.7373 per $100 of valuation on residential properties.The rate for commercial and industrial properties will also stay the same.However, property values increased an average of 3.7 per cent in the latest reevaluation, with the biggest jump in farmland.As a result, Mayor Philippe Dutil said, some tax bills will decrease from last year, some will stay the same, and some will go up.The town council set the latest budget at $4,190,079, down from $4,416,837 last year.Although the mill rate remains level, the water tax will go down from $155.95 to $143.26.The sewer tax goes up from $168.42 to $170.39, and garbage, recycling and compost pick-up all increase somewhat.The former garbage pick-up company, Arlie Fearon, did not bid for 2019, Dutil said.Sani Estrie, the only service to bid for the jobs, will charge 40 per cent, or $9,165 more.Recycling collection, also done by Sani Estrie, will also jump more than $13,600.The cost of compost pickup will increase by more than $12,000.The biggest decrease for drinking water is the cost of the well that serves Beebe.That line item was $222,250 in 2018.This year it is $66,850.Dutil said CONT\u2019D ON PAGE 5 My Take: Matthew McCully There\u2019s something to be said for laying the groundwork for success.It\u2019s a phrase often repeated in the field of education.The newly elected provincial government wants to do away with school boards and elected commissioners, replacing them with \u2018service centres.\u2019 There has been no plan put forth to explain how the transition would take place or what it would entail.Suggesting the plan would give more power to schools and parents, who will make the difficult decisions?Which parent or school could cut a program or service affecting their own children or students for the good of others?Maybe the government should have the last word on that.They are pros at laying the groundwork for success.There is no better way to make service centres seem more appealing than to tarnish the reputation of school boards by launching an investigation into alleged mismanagement. Thursday , January 17, 2019 Page 5 The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com This opportunity opened the student's eyes to the field and an educational path in computer science.The Border Report Phelps Helps\u2019 Mentoring Program provides an opportunity for local high school and elementary students to build a relationship.Mentors gain leadership skills while mentees build confidence in their transition to high school.It also provides opportunities for students to try something new; tapping into a skill or passion they may not know they had! This past weekend, the Mentoring Program partnered with the Code Club at Haskell Library to expose the high school mentors and elementary mentees to a new skill: computer coding.Computer coding is the process of using algorithms to have a computer perform a specific task.With technology advancing everyday, careers in computer coding/programming are becoming increasingly in demand.This opportunity opened the student's eyes to the field and an educational path in computer science.We would like to thank the Haskell Library and Sydney for animating this workshop.The students were engaged and were surprised in their own abilities.With the start of a new year, Phelps looking for new volunteers for our weekly sessions (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons).Volunteering with Phelps Helps does not mean being an expert in any specific subject.Our volunteers play sports with elementary students, support elementary and high school student learning and act as positive role models.If you have a willingness to create a positive relationship with a local youth, Phelps will provide all the training you need to feel confident in your role.Sign up as a volunteer today by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator, Clea Corman, by email ccor- man@phelpshelps.ca or call 819-704-0799.Phelps was founded in 2012 and has grown organically from a single high school tutoring program to nine unique programs, providing the Stanstead area with free educational and career support.For more information or to volunteer, please email us at info@phelpshelps.ca, visit our website www.phelpshelps.ca or call our offices at 819-704-0799.Mentoring Program at Phelps Helps COURTESY Featured pet: Heaven Today we would like to introduce Heaven.This gorgeous girl was brought to our shelter by a volunteer after she wandered into her house.At the time, Heaven was skin and bones and clearly in need of medical care and a lot of TLC.Whether she was lost or abandoned we don\u2019t know for sure but given her physical state, it was clear she had been out on her own for some time.Being declawed, she was particularly vulnerable and not well suited to survival outdoors.Heaven has spent the last few months in a loving foster home where she has put on some much-needed weight.Fully recovered from her ordeal, she is now healthy and ready to find her forever home.Heaven is a truly lovely cat who is calm and sweet and welcomes affection.Unlike most cats, she loves to be picked up and much like a baby, she is very content to be carried from window to window where she enjoys looking out at the country views.She has lived with dogs without issue however she seems to prefer being the one and only cat.Although wonderful with people with a very endearing personality, she can be dominant towards other cats, so she is best suited to a home where she is the one and only feline.Because she is declawed, Heaven cannot be allowed to roam outdoors.She is approximately 3 years old.Let\u2019s face it, everyone could use a little slice of Heaven in their life so why not consider giving this pretty calico a loving forever home.To inquire about adoption, please contact Linda at pea- cocklinda@rocketmail.com or better yet give her a call at 819-868-2684.FRONTIER ANIMAL SOCIETY that\u2019s because the town built the well last year.The budget for the International Water Company, which serves Stanstead, Rock Island, and Derby Line, is down from $360,182 to $211,500.The total decrease under the \u201cenvironmental health\u201d heading is $240,000.Dutil said Stanstead and Derby Line will have to build a new wastewater treatment plant at a cost of $4 million, split between the two communities.The current plant was built in 1966 to serve Rock Island and Derby Line.Federal and provincial grants will pay 83 per cent of Stanstead\u2019s $2 million cost, he said.But in the meantime the town will have to borrow until the project is complete and the grants come in.Salaries of the members of council and town administrators is increasing by $1,500 while the cost of police coverage by the Surete du Quebec and the fire department will jump by about $3,000.The salaries and professional fees for planning, urbanism, and development decreases by more than $9,000.Although the amount listed under the heading, cultural activities show an increase of almost $67,000, Dutil said cultural donations such as to Border Minor Hockey, CAB Rediker, and the Golden Age Club among others were listed in different places in last year\u2019s budget.Although this year\u2019s budget shows $38,850 will be donated, it shows that zero was donated last year.The total value of properties in Stanstead is listed in this budget at $188,285,600 following the re-appraisal.That\u2019s up from $178,524,900.The value of farm land increased to $4,815,200 from $3,095,500.Residential property values jumped to $149,389,235 from $141,997,418.Values are largely determined by property sales, Dutil said.Stanstead budget CONT\u2019D FROM PAGE 4 Good old Winston Churchill, the man who held Britain together in what was arguably that great island\u2019s toughest times, once said \u201cDemocracy is the worst form of government except for all the others.\u201d I\u2019m beginning to wonder if he was right.Like a lot of other political masochists I was glued to the idiot box a good part of Tuesday watching the Mother of Parliaments vote on whether or not to accept Prime Minister May\u2019s proposed Brexit deal which would see Britain kiss the European Union a fond farewell and strike out, once again, on its own.The result was a shattering defeat for the May deal, struck recently with the E.U.which was, from the start, out to punish Britain.Now, the looming break-up is just over the hill with no agreement in sight and an unwillingness on the part of anyone concerned to give up an inch, or a millimeter, of ground.The Europeans are adamant that this is a take it or leave it kind of thing, Prime Minister May believes her proposal is the best bet for Britain, and her Majesty\u2019s loyal opposition has already put Parliament on notice that it will move for a vote of non-confidence in the government at the first opportunity.Meanwhile, the everyday business of running a country, you know the sort of thing, housing problems, labour issues, health care and road building, has all been put aside.Complicating all this is a referendum which the \u201cLet\u2019s-get-the-hell-out side\u201d won fair and square and the \u201cLeaving-is- sooo-stupid\u201d side has never accepted.To make matters worse those two broad coalitions are further broken down into \u201cLet\u2019s get out but only if we get everything we want,\u201d Let\u2019s get out no matter what,\u201d \u201cWe\u2019ll stay if you ask us to,\u201d and \u201cWe\u2019re sorry, the whole thing was a big mistake.\u201d Meanwhile, the idea of reaching some compromise between Britain and Europe, between Conservatives and Labour or between the urban and rural divide within the country itself, is a non-starter.Throw into the mix anyone under twenty-five versus those who think an app is a Danish pastry, visible minorities versus those who really liked things the way they were before the war, and Scottish nationalism, and there seems to be no way out.How bad things really are was reflected the other day in the news coverage, which included the usual man- in-the-street interviews.This, in case you are unfamiliar with the genre, happens when news editors run out of actual news and the reporters can no longer stretch their three-minute clip into anything meaningful.One fascinating Londoner was happy to go on camera with the suggestion that May was too soft and what the country really needed was a leader like Donald Trump to take on those uppity Europeans.One can hear it now \u201cEurope is being run by terrorists, rapists, drug dealers and commies and they are all coming through that tunnel.I will build a wall and the Belgians will pay for it.\u201d There are also, lurking in the shadows, a dozen or so politicians of various ilk who would like nothing more than to see Prime Minister May fall flat on her face.Of the dozen or so cabinet members that have resigned over the PM\u2019s handling of Brexit probably half of them can see themselves sitting in her chair before it even cools down.The most obvious, although hardly lurking, is Boris Johnson, The former Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, whose full name is Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson \u2013 a conspirator\u2019s moniker if ever there was one - has made it clear that he\u2019d be a much better Prime Minister than his one-time boss.There\u2019s also Labour leader, Jeremy Corbyn, who is so eager for power he would probably personally fill in the \u201cchunnel\u201d to France by hand if it got him into 10 Downing St.Yes, democracy is a nasty business because it lets everyone take part regardless of their motives, talents or capabilities.Churchill also said \u201cthe best argument against democracy is a five- minute conversation with the average voter.\u201d The jury is still out on that one as well.EDITORIAL Page 6 Thursday , January 17, 2019 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record There\u2019s also Labour leader, Jeremy Corbyn, who is so eager for power he would probably personally fill in the \u201cchunnel\u201d to France by hand if it got him into 10 Downing St.The President of the Quebec English School Boards Association, Dan Lam- oureux issued the following statement regarding the situation at the English Montreal School Board (EMSB): \"Students at the EMSB benefit academically with an 89% success rate.The EMSB holds one of the highest success rates in Québec.However, the situation at the school board is of concern.An examination by a qualified outside party will help all concerned to adopt any corrective measures if necessary.Governance and operational issues in public bodies at all levels of government, while regrettable and unacceptable, do occasionally arise and they must be dealt with appropriately.The distinction, as made by the Minister during his news conference, must be made between a situation at any given school board and the broader public policy issue of school governance reform,\" concluded the President.QESBA will continue to follow this situation closely.Based on current information, we will not, for the moment, be making any further statements.QESBA is the voice of English public education in Québec and represents 100,000 students in 340 elementary, high schools, and adult and vocational centres across Que?bec.Letters Tim Belford Brexit and the messy side of democracy 6 Mallory, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 2E2 FAX: 819-821-3179 E-MAIL: newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com WEBSITE: www.sherbrookerecord.com SHARON MCCULLY PUBLISHER (819) 569-9511 MATTHEW MCCULLY ASSOCIATE EDITOR (819) 569-6345 GORDON LAMBIE ASSOCIATE EDITOR (819) 569-6345 STEPHEN BLAKE CORRESP.EDITOR (819) 569-6345 SERGE GAGNON CHIEF 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We need \u2018better angels\u2019 like her to say \u2018NO\u2019 when tyranny threatens.We need to be better angels when our neighbours are in trouble.ERIC LANCASTER SHERBROOKE Just say \u2018NO\u2019 Local Sports Bishop's is coming off a pair of losses to the No.2 Concordia Stingers last weekend.Thursday , January 17, 2019 Page 7 The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Gaiters-Citadins clash in crucial home and home It is games nine and 10 of the regular season for the Bishop's Gaiters women's basketball team, but the two games will go a long way in determining RSEQ playoff positioning.On Thursday the Gaiters are in Montreal to face the UQAM Citadins while the foes will tip-off on Saturday in Mitchell Gym in Lennoxville.Both gametimes are set for 6 p.m.Scenario This weekend's match-ups could prove pivotal in the final standings.Two victories by the Gaiters and they will have a strangle hold on fourth place in the RSEQ.A split or two losses by Bishop's means that the final regular season game on Feb.23 in Montreal could be the decision maker.The top four teams in the RSEQ after 16 games will qualify for the playoffs.Last time out Bishop's is coming off a pair of losses to the No.2 Concordia Stingers last weekend while UQAM almost stunned the No.1 Laval Rouge et Or in Montreal, but ultimately lost by nine points, then got blown out by 46 points in Quebec City two nights later.We meet again The Gaiters beat the Citadins 69-65 on Nov.10 in Mitchell Gym.Metchline Gabelus (Montreal, Que./Champlain College St-Lambert) scored a career high 21 points in the win and grabbed 12 rebounds.Marie Berrouette (Montreal, Que./Dawson College) also registered a double-double for the Gaiters.She had 11 points and 11 rebounds.Maude Ar- chambault (St-Augustine-de-Desmaures, Que./Cegep de Montmorency) scored 20.All three Gaiters played a complete 40 minutes.Veronique Boivin led UQAM with 18 points.Inga Aleksaite, Alex Dufresne and Bianca Marois all tallied double figures with 17, 13 and 11 points respectively.Coach's Corner \"This is a set of playoff games for us in mid-January,\" said Craig Norman, Gaiters head coach.\"It has huge implications but won't make or break our season.UQAM is always tough at home and they play a tough, hard nose, in-your- face, physical style.That being said I'm feeling positive.We've showed glimpses of gelling as a number of roles have been re-defined.\" Watch Live Thursday: https://www.facebook.com/citadins.u qam/ Saturday: www.gaiters.ca/webcast Tickets Tickets for Saturday's game are available online at www.gaiters.ca/tickets or gameday at the door.Stay Social Stay up-to-date anytime with the Bishop's Gaiters at www.gaiters.ca or on social media by using @BishopsGaiters and #GaiterNation.Standings Pos Team GP W L PF PA PCT Diff.PTS 1 Laval 7 7 0 517 371 1.000 0.0 14 2 Concordia 7 6 1 479 404 0.857 1.0 12 3 McGill 5 3 2 298 301 0.600 3.0 6 4 Bishop's 8 1 7 430 551 0.125 6.5 2 5 UQAM 7 0 7 402 499 0.000 7.0 0 Page 8 Thursday, January 17, 2019 production@sherbrookerecord.com The Record RATES and DEADLINES: ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICES BIRTH NOTICES, CARDS OF THANKS, IN MEMORIAMS, BRIEFLETS: Text only: 40¢ per word.Minimum charge $10.00 ($11.50 taxes included) Discounts: 2 insertions or more: 15% off With photo: additional $18.50.DEADLINE: 11 a.m., day before publication.BIRTHDAY, ANNIVERSARY & GET-WELL WISHES, ENGAGEMENT NOTICES: Text only: $16.00 (includes taxes) With photo: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) DEADLINE: 3 days before publication.WEDDING WRITE-UPS: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) WITH PHOTO: $36.00 ($41.40 taxes included) Please Note: All of the aforementioned (except death notices) must be submitted typewritten or neatly printed, and must include the signature and daytime telephone number of the contact person.Can be e-mailed to: clas- sad@sherbrookerecord.com - They will not be taken by phone.DEADLINES FOR DEATH NOTICES: For Monday\u2019s paper, call 819-569-4856 between 1 p.m.and 5 p.m.Sunday.For Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday\u2019s edition, call 819-569-4856 or fax 819-569-1187 (please call to confirm transmission) or e-mail: production@sherbrookerecord.com between 9 a.m.and 5 p.m.the day prior to the day of publication.The Record cannot guarantee publication if another Record number is called.Rates: Please call for costs.Despite the nasty weather, sixteen tables of players gathered at St.Anne\u2019s Church, Richmond, on Thursday, January 10 for a Military Whist party.Being short two players, two tables played with dummies.After welcoming everyone and passing on any announcements, play got underway.At the conclusion of a fun evening, a delicious lunch was enjoyed by all.Everyone joined in in celebrating the 98th birthday of Helen Knowles with a small cake and candles.The drawing of the prizes started with first place of 31 flags going to Shirley & Ian Smith, Judy & Francis Saffin.Second place with 28 flags belonged to Noel Gregoire, Elizabeth Blouin, Helen Knowles & Elizabeth Mas- tine.Low score honours went to Ron & Bev Jones, Lucille Hodge & Claude Letourneau.Elizabeth Blouin held four kings in one hand and with the cut of the cards, Collette Pageau won the prize for two 2\u2019s.Twenty-nine door prizes went to Norma Morin, Melody Pariseau, Robin Converse, Hugh Lancaster, Allie Vander- Wal, Nicole Clark, Judy Saffin, Jacqueline Pelloquin, Ian Smith, Darlene Beaudet, Raymond Fortier, Joyce Mas- tine, Guilliaume Desharnais, Jacques Dubois, Charlie Hodge, Jim Stevens, Debbie Knowles, Ron Jones, Elizabeth Mastine, Matty Banfill, Wendy Ridley, Carol Boisvert, Francis Saffin, Raymond Mastine, Shirley Enright, Lucille Hodge, Guy Gauvin, Larry Frost and Celine Deschambault.Darlene Beaudet went home with the grocery box.Thanks go out to all those who helped with the lunch and the cleaning up of the Hall.A special thanks to those who supplied prizes and grocery box items \u2013 it was greatly appreciated.The men graciously took down the card tables and replaced them with the tables for the upcoming Valentine Luncheon on Saturday, February 9.We look forward to seeing you once again when the next Military Whist will be held at St.Anne\u2019s on Thursday evening, February 14.To reserve a table, please contact Elizabeth at 819-826-6134.In the meantime, please support the delicious Valentine casseroles & salads luncheon on the 9th of February.Submitted by Loretta Irwin and Jean Storry Military Whist at St.Anne\u2019s THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019 Today is the 17th day of 2019 and the 28th day of winter.TODAY\u2019S HISTORY: In 1773, Captain James Cook and his crew became the first to sail south of the Antarctic Circle.In 1917, the United States purchased the Virgin Islands from Denmark for $25 million.In 1946, the United Nations Security Council held its first session.In 1991, a United States-led coalition\u2019s planes struck targets in Kuwait and Iraq, launching the Persian Gulf War.TODAY\u2019S BIRTHDAYS: Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), statesman/inventor/author; Al Capone (1899-1947), organized crime boss; Betty White (1922- ), actress; Eartha Kitt (1927-2008), actress/singer; James Earl Jones (1931- ), actor; Muhammad Ali (1942-2016), boxer; Andy Kaufman (1949-1984), actor/comedian; Steve Harvey (1957- ), comedian/actor; Jim Carrey (1962- ), actor; Sebastian Junger (1962- ), journalist/author; Michelle Obama (1964- ), U.S.first lady; Kid Rock (1971- ), singer-song- writer; Zooey Deschanel (1980- ), actress; Dwyane Wade (1982- ), basketball player; Calvin Harris (1984- ), singer-song- writer/producer.TODAY\u2019S FACT: The term \u201cmilitary- industrial complex\u201d was first used by President Dwight Eisenhower during his farewell address to the nation on this day in 1961.TODAY\u2019S SPORTS: In 1971, the Baltimore Colts defeated the Dallas Cowboys 16-13 in Super Bowl V, a game so filled with errors it was nicknamed the \u201cBlunder Bowl.\u201d TODAY\u2019S QUOTE: \u201cThe most alarming rhetoric comes out of the dispute between liberals and conservatives, and it\u2019s a dangerous waste of time because they\u2019re both right.\u201d \u2014 Sebastian Junger, \u201cTribe: On Homecoming and Belonging\u201d TODAY\u2019S NUMBER: 26 \u2014 age at which gangster Al Capone became boss of the \u201cChicago Outfit.\u201d TODAY\u2019S MOON: Between first quarter moon (Jan.13) and full moon (Jan.20).Datebook Lawrence (Larry) A.Binney Retired Captain May 1, 1939 \u2013 December 8, 2018 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Larry, in his 80th year, at Neithview Home in New Hamburg, Ontario from Frontal Lobe Dementia.Larry leaves to mourn his loving wife and best friend Kirsten Scafte Binney.Predeceased by his precious parents Albert and Grace Binney, his loving son Brian Binney, his brother Ronnie (Heather) and sister Sheryl Binney.He leaves to mourn his three sisters Marge Slack (Stephen), Sheila Lawrence (Barry) and Eileen Pearce; brother Ricky Binney (Christine); his children Sue Binney, Linda Leibel (Bill), Ann-Marie McManus (Brian), Tyrone Binney; step-children Marie- Louise Scafte Martin (Roger L.Martin) and Gregory Scafte; sisters and brothers-in- law Helle and Dr.Mogens Lytje, Dagny and John Johansen, all from Denmark; grandchildren Jenna-May Jamieson (Connor), Dustin Leibel, Wyatt Binney, Andrew, Bennett and Kaitlin McManus and Harlow Scafte; great-grandchildren Declan and Torin Jamieson; plus many nieces, nephews, and all of his precious friends.Proud to serve his country from 36-1/2 years in the Canadian Armed Forces.Larry was born in Drummondville, Quebec but lived in Birchton on Dad\u2019s farm and went to school in Cookshire until he joined the army.Larry was a Past Master of Brothhood Lodge and a member of Waterloo Lodge #539, Waterloo, Ontario.He was also a member of Scottish Rite and Knights Templar.Past Patron and served as Grand Sentinel in the Order of the Eastern Star.Larry was a passionate Bridge and hockey player (tending the net).He played in his youth on the Canadian National Team and he would always root for his favourite team \u2013 the Montreal Canadiens.Music was also one of Larry\u2019s favourite things to do.He loved going to see friends with his Martin guitar so he could play a few tunes and have a cool one.When he would come home to the Eastern Townships, he never forgot to ask about all his old friends there.Larry loved people.A special thank you to doctors, PSW \u2013 RPNs and RNs for all the care Larry received for the past 6-1/2 years.Thanks to Paula for bringing her guitar and singing to Larry.It always brought tears to his eyes remembering his youth and music when she sang and played the guitar.Thank you to all of Larry\u2019s friends who came to see him and also to his faithful friend Rick.Cocoa, Larry\u2019s faithful dog, loved him dearly and Larry missed him so much when he went to the home.Cremation has taken place and there was visitation at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home in New Hamburg, Ontario on December 9, 2018.A Celebration of Life and interment at Sunset Mindepark, Puslinch, Ontario at a later date.Now it is your time to rest in peace Larry.A special smile, a loving face, Part of our family, we can never replace.We love you and will always miss you.KIRSTEN (wife) MARGE (STEVE) SHEILA (BARRY) EILEEN (sisters) RICK (CHRISTINE) (brother) Obituary THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019 Dear Annie: I want people to know that depression can happen to someone even if her life appears wonderful.I know from experience.A few years ago, I had just married a wonderful man and moved to a beautiful home in a fun new city.I had been looking forward to these changes for months.However, once we moved, I found myself deeply sad and irritable.I remember when our wedding pictures came in the mail from our photographer.I felt as if I were looking at a stranger when I saw myself.The happy bride in the photos seemed a million miles away.I wondered what was wrong with me.How could I have been so happy just a few weeks before?I was absolutely positive that I would never smile again the way I smiled in those photos.On top of that, I felt so embarrassed and ashamed to be so unhappy.After all, a large group of my friends and family just celebrated with us, brought gifts and wished us well.I forced myself to join a social group in my new city and saw my primary care physician for a referral to a mental health professional.She diagnosed me with depression and explained that a major life change can sometimes contribute to depression, even if that life change is something great.I got treatment and have felt much better.I want other people to know that they don\u2019t have to suffer with depression.There is help available.\u2014 Chris in Massachusetts Dear Chris: Thanks so much for coming forward and reminding all of us that depression is common and treatable.Today, Oct.6, is National Depression Screening Day.About 10 percent of Americans suffer from depression each year.Symptoms to look out for include feelings of hopelessness and pessimism, decreased energy, insomnia or oversleeping, and significant changes in weight.If you feel you or a loved one may be depressed, see a licensed therapist.Anyone can take a free and anonymous depression screening at http://www.HelpYourselfHelpOthers.org.Dear Annie: In response to \u201cSick and Tired,\u201d the gentleman who is 5 feet tall and having a tough time: My husband and his brother were both short.The difference in the two was that my husband carried himself tall while his brother used his height to gain pity.My husband not only handled everyday life well but also stood up for those who could not stand up for themselves.Once, when a gang of teens surrounded a man in a wheelchair, terrorizing him, my husband, who was using a cane at the time to get around, waded into the fray, giving the man a chance to get into a nearby store.The store manager, a woman, came out to help, while all the \u201ctall\u201d men hid like children in safety.It is not your height that makes you tall.It\u2019s how you feel about yourself.\u2014 Proud of My Husband \u201cAsk Me Anything: A Year of Advice From Dear Annie\u201d is out now! Annie Lane\u2019s debut book \u2014 featuring favorite columns on love, friendship, family and etiquette \u2014 is available as a paperback and e-book.Visit http://www.creator- spublishing.com for more information.Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Thursday , January 17, 2019 Page 9 When depression strikes Dear Annie TOWNSHIPS If you want to drink, that\u2019s your business.If you want to stop, we can help.Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1-888-424-2975, www.aa.org LENNOXVILLE Men\u2019s general meeting of the A.N.A.F.Unit 318, 300 St.Francis Street, Lennoxville will be held on Wednesday, January 23 at 7 p.m.NORTH HATLEY/LENNOXVILLE The Saint Francis Regional Ministry of the Anglican Church is organizing Christian Meditation sessions.The approach used is centering prayer.This is a contemplative Christian practice which involves sitting in silence, letting go of thoughts and emotions in order to rest in the presence of God.All are welcome to join us on Tuesdays from 6 p.m.to 7 p.m.at St Barnabas\u2019 Anglican Church, 640 Sherbrooke Road in North Hatley and on Thursdays from 6 p.m.to 7 p.mat St George\u2019s Anglican Church, 84 Queen Street in Lennoxville.The sessions have already begun.For more information, please contact Sam Borsman at 819- 620-6058.LENNOXVILLE The Saint Francis Regional Ministry of the Anglican Church is organizing a group discussion on Seeking God in a Secular age.Charles Taylor, a Roman Catholic Québécois, is considered one of the world\u2019s most important philosopher and his book, A Secular Age, will be at the center of the discussions.The group meets every Wednesday from 7 p.m.to 8:30 p.m.at 84 Queen Street, Lennoxville.The discussions have already begun.For more information, please contact The Rev\u2019d Canon Giuseppe Gagliano, ggagliano@quebec.anglican.ca , 819-570-3433.RICHMOND A Robbie Burns event at Beechmore Manor, 310 River Road, Cleveland on Saturday, January 26, 2019 will be hosted by Richmond County Historical Society.The cocktail soirée from 7 p.m.to 11 p.m.will entertain by the ambiance of the setting, the poetry of the bard, music of the highlands, as well as the best of Scottish hors d\u2019oeuvres.The RCHS theme for 2019 is music, and how it influenced local culture.Revelers could support the RCHS at the dram bar where shots of scotch and the famous Robbie Burns cocktail will be provided.Ticket price includes access to the event as well as hors d\u2019oeuvres, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.Tickets are limited so please reserve at 819-620-4071 or louphi@me.com.LENNOXVILLE Cribbage tournament to be held at the A.N.A.F.Unit #318, \u201cThe Hut\u201d, 300 St.Francis Street, Lennoxville on Saturday, January 19 to benefit the Relay for Life team \u201cThe Bravehearts.\u201d Registration is at 1 p.m.Everyone is welcome, come and support this worthwhile cause.Bring your own partner.Contact Colleen at 819-835-9922 for further information.AYER\u2019S CLIFF It may be cold outside, but warm and friendly inside.Come and play 500 each Friday afternoon, starting January 18, at the Ayer\u2019s Cliff Town Hall (Legion), 176 Rosedale Avenue, from 1:30 p.m.to 4:30 p.m.Admission charged.Refreshments, prizes and serious fun.Benefit of the Massawippi Valley Refugee Support Group.RICHMOND St-Patrick\u2019s Society of Richmond will hold their annual general meeting on Monday, January 21, 6:30 p.m., at Hotel Grand Central, 45 Principale North, Richmond.Welcome to all members and would-be members.For more info: 819- 826-2535.SHERBROOKE Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2019 on Sunday, January 20, 2 p.m., at Elgise Marie-Mediatrice, 3025 Galt St.West, Sherbrooke.Theme: Justice and only justice you shall pursue (Deuteronomy 16:18-20).Refreshments to follow.Info: weekofprayer.ca LENNOXVILLE Chase Away the Winter Blues concert at Lennoxville United Church, 6 Church Street, on Saturday, January 26 at 7:30 p.m.Admission charged, under 4 years of age no charge.Refreshments following the concert.Come out for an enjoyable evening of music, song, dance and laughter.RICHMOND Tea & Talks, February 5 & March 12, 2 p.m.to 4 p.m., at RRHS (375 rue Armstrong).A social afternoon for seniors to get together.And talk! February\u2019s guest: Jacinthe Bédard Marleau, naturopath. Bring a friend to make it double the fun.Free refreshments.RICHMOND CHEP Video Conference: What\u2019s New in Palliative Care?Wednesday, January 23, starts at 10 a.m.(please arrive early).Richmond Regional High Community Learning Centre (375 Armstrong, Richmond).Free to join.No reservation required.LENNOXVILLE Brunch will be served at the Lennoxville Curling Club, 6 Speid Street, on January 19 from 9:30 a.m.to 1 p.m.Admission charged.All welcome.TOWNSHIPS\u2019 CRIER Send in your Wedding Photos classad@sherbrookerecord.com 6 Mallory, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 2E2 Info: 819-569-9525 Weddings are milestone events and The Record and Brome County News is planning to compile a special section, on January 29, that captures these special moments over the decades with their various styles of wedding attire.Whether you've been married in a recent, non-traditional ceremony or 60 years ago, please share your wedding photos with our readers.Submit your photo, with name, date of marriage and place, along with $10.(taxes included) to the address or email listed below.We accept visa or mastercard for payment.Deadline for submission: January 22, 2019.Follow The Sherbrooke Record sherbrookerecord @recordnewspaper on Facebook and Twitter! ALLEY OOP ARLO & JANIS THE BORN LOSER FRANK AND ERNEST GRIZWELLS THATABABY REALITY CHECK HERMAN Go grocery sho pping with diet itians.When you choos e products with t he Health Check symbol, it's like shopping with th e Heart and Strok e Foundation\u2019s die titians, who evalu ate every particip ating product ba sed on Canada's Food Guide.www.healthche ck.org Page 10 Thursday , January 17, 2019 production@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Here we are, our first meeting January 8.2019.Again we are lucky enough to be meeting at Beulah United Church Hall.President Linda welcoming everyone back with a smile and Happy New Year greetings.Linda was happy to announce that four of our last year guests became new members.They were Jim Mackay, Jim Wharry, Patsy and Wally Moffat.Welcome friends, we are delighted to have your join our group.Linda never forgets to thank May, Ben, Mel and Phyl for helping her set up.Also to Phil and the exercise club for setting up the tables before we get there.It\u2019s much appreciated.Oh, oh, here comes a joke.Grandma went to her doctor and asked him for birth control pills.He was very puzzled why a women of her age had such a request.So sorry you missed the punch line.You shouldn\u2019t have missed our meeting.Linda announced upcoming events: the Ayer\u2019s Cliff winter carnival and the Refugee card parties.Thinking of you cards were passed around and signed for Rita Brus who is at Grace Village and for Jan Dezan who is in hospital.A beautiful Bird calendar was donated to Fifty Plus by Carole Norrie.This lovely calendar is made up from photographs of local birds taken by Carole.Thank you Carole so much for your generous donation.A ticket was drawn and the lucky winner of the calendar was May Cunnington.President Linda\u2019s tip for 2019 was: \u201cLook for something positive each day.\u201d It was time to eat.Rev.Barbara Wintle asked the Blessing.As our usual guests became new members, we were forty-five members sitting down to enjoy a tasty meal of sausage in gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, beet pickles and macaroni salad.Ernestine Whipple played the birthday song to Leslie Bliss, Muriel Martin, Lloyd Smith and Casey Vriesendorp.May, Mel and Raymond cut and served with ice cream the birthday cake made and prettily decorated by Jean Cass.Linda thanked Barb and Lois for selling the tickets.The draw was won by Jim Wharry, Linda Belanger and Jean Cass.Linda voiced her appreciation to the kitchen help who show up each month without fail for clean up duty.Thank you to all those who brought door prizes.Today\u2019s winners were Linda Belanger, Tina Linde, Wally Moffat, Eileen Dezan, Raymond Belanger, Jane Pierce, Charlotte Chamitoff, Marsha Wallis and Wallace Mosher.A few had to leave, but thirty-five stayed to play Bingo.It was a fun afternoon.Looked like we had more prizes than Bingo cards.Thanks to all who brought them in.The last game covering the whole card was won by Raymond Belanger getting the special prize of the day.Thank you to our Vice-President Phil Kerwin for calling the numbers.You always do a great job and keep us well entertained with your humour.See you all next month.Submitted by Phyllis Dustin, Secretary CALL SHERBROOKE: (819) 569-9525 BETWEEN 8:30 A.M.AND 4:30 P.M.E-MAIL: classad@sherbrookerecord.com OR KNOWLTON: (450) 242-1188 BETWEEN 9:00 A.M.AND NOON C L A S S I F I E D DEADLINE: 12:30 P.M.ONE DAY PRIOR TO PUBLICATION OR MAIL YOUR PREPAID CLASSIFIED ADS TO THE RECORD, 6 MALLORY, SHERBROOKE, QUEBEC J1M 2E2 Thursday, January 17, 2019 PAG E 11 classad@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Job Opportunities 100 Job Opportunities 100 Pets 330 Articles for Sale 290 Job Opportunities 100 Make your classified stand out, add a photo for $10.per day.Deadline: 2 days before publication.Drop by our office in Sherbrooke or Knowlton.819-569- 9525.classad@ sherbrookerecord.com 275 Antiques WE BUY from the past for the future, one item or a household, attic or basement, shed or 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Fifty Plus Club Celebrating January birthdays are Leslie Bliss, Muriel Martin, Lloyd Smith and Casey Vriesendorp Calling Bingo was Vice-President Phil Kerwin Page 12 Thursday , January 17, 2019 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Your Birthday THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019 Be open to suggestions, but don\u2019t let anyone make decisions for you this year.Trust in your judgment and stick to what\u2019s worked for you in the past.Change isn\u2019t necessary unless something isn\u2019t working anymore.Be moderate, take your time and do what\u2019s best for you.CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19) \u2014 Emotional meddling is apparent.Go directly to the source before you help someone or donate to a cause you know little about.Don\u2019t follow someone else; do your own thing.AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.19) \u2014 Take a moment to relax and review your situation at home and at work.An honest look at affairs will help you bring about a positive change and renew your confidence.PISCES (Feb.20-March 20) \u2014 Be careful what you wish for.Stick to what you know, and make the most of what you\u2019ve got.Simplicity, moderation and honesty will keep you from making a mistake.ARIES (March 21-April 19) \u2014 Don\u2019t get angry when you can get moving.If you take care of your responsibilities, no one will have reason to complain.Personal gains are within reach if you do what\u2019s right.TAURUS (April 20-May 20) \u2014 You know better than anyone what you are capable of doing.Set high standards and live up to your expectations.You have the drive and wherewithal to reach your goal.GEMINI (May 21-June 20) \u2014 Too much of anything will lead to trouble.Focus more on what you can do to improve your vitality, health and physical appearance.A little romance will enhance your life.CANCER (June 21-July 22) \u2014 Stick to what and who you know.Avoid anyone who is looking for a fight.You\u2019ll accomplish far more if you keep the peace, go about your business and finish what you start.LEO (July 23-Aug.22) \u2014 Socialize, take up a new hobby, spend time with a loved one or make personal changes that will lift your spirits.Make today special, but don\u2019t overspend or exhibit indulgent behavior.VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22) \u2014 Don\u2019t let an emotional incident stop you from being productive.Consider whom you are indebted to, and do what you can to wipe out what you owe.LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23) \u2014 Keep the peace and focus on personal growth, enlightenment and better health.Ease your stress by walking away from people and situations that are causing problems.SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.22) \u2014 Make a plan that will help you convince others to see things your way and support your efforts.A lifestyle change will ease stress and encourage minimalism.SAGITTARIUS (Nov.23-Dec.21) \u2014 Personal changes will bring you closer to loved ones and improve the way you live.Distance yourself from people who are bad influences.Put health and family first.THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019 This is so difficult to do confidently By Phillip Alder Wendy Wasserstein, who won a Tony and a Pulitzer for \u201cThe Heidi Chronicles,\u201d said, \u201cBecause of Mozart, it\u2019s all over after the age of seven.\u201d Because of the laws, bridge bidding is all over after the level of seven.But landing in the right contract at that level is important because there are so many points at stake.Have a quick look at the North-South hands.What is the best contract?This deal was played six times on the last day of the 2017 world championships in Lyon, France.Three pairs stopped safely in six spades, two went down in seven spades, and one got to the right contract with the given auction.North was David Gold and South was Andy Robson, who live in London.South\u2019s three-spade rebid was a su- peraccept showing four-card support and, typically, a doubleton somewhere.Four clubs and four diamonds were con- trol-bids, four no-trump was Roman Key Card Blackwood, and five hearts indicated two key cards and denied the spade queen.Six clubs asked for a third- round control in that suit (the queen or a doubleton).South had neither, but he realized the advantage of making diamonds the trump suit, because his partner\u2019s fifth spade would provide a discard for his third club.So, he jumped to seven diamonds.Getting the message, North passed.Note that in spades, there are only 12 tricks: five spades, one heart, four diamonds and two clubs.But in diamonds there is a 13th trick from a heart ruff in the North hand.Brilliant! 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