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On the brighter side the Kincardine Beach Pavilion Restoration Project is back. On July 4th, Martin Quinn and a group of volunteers began cleaning up the brush around this historic building. Inside a start was made on the mess there. According to Mr. Quinn, the building is structurally sound with major work only needed on two sections of the inner bearing walls. There is no doubt there is work to be done and money to be raised. The good news is that donations are tax deductible. The other factor going for this gem on the lake is that it is in Kincardine where volunteers have never failed to respond to the opportunity to put their town on the map and make us proud. I walked through this building echoing with memories of Johnny Downs playing That Old Lamp Lighter and dancers moving slowly to the music while on the beach couples strolled in the moonlight. There are thousands of poignant memories through generations of bands, DJ’s, receptions, and special events. I doubt if there is a long-time cottager or resident who does not have warm thoughts of this historic building, the last pavilion on the coast. The Restoration Project is an opportunity to keep history alive and to define Kincardine further as a town that wants the best of the past because it clearly sees the future. Martin needs donors and volunteers to bring their tools, skills, and willing labour to this terrific project. Call him now at 395-3255 or email: quinn@hurontel.on.ca
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more the maladjusted with their stunted character development have emerged
from the dark side of humanity. Three males were caught vandalising Queen
Street. The story appeared in last week’s Independent. They are to appear
in court. Natural justice requires balance and when one considers the work
to keep Kincardine beautiful and clean, there is much to be balanced.
First, we should know their names; they are adults and should publicly
bear responsibility for their act; second, they should pay for restoring
all damaged property; third, they should be sentenced to twelve week-ends
(eight hours Saturdays and Sundays) to work on designated tasks in town.
That’s my lenient opinion.