MORRISBURG – “We need to get out of looking at the world as it was, and see it as it could be,” said Del Jones, who met with local media at the McIntosh Inn, Monday afternoon to discuss his plan to run for election as mayor of South Dundas this fall.

Jones, who now serves as South Dundas councillor, explained that although he signed on to seek election as deputy mayor early this year, when Mayor Robert Gillard announced that he will not seek re-election, Jones quickly re-evaluated his options.

Jones said he was not willing to oppose Gillard for the position of mayor.

IROQUOIS – “I think this council has done a fairly good job, and I want to see that continue, that’s my main driver in running for election as mayor,” said South Dundas deputy mayor Steven Byvelds, who met with local media at his Parlow Road home last Friday.

He explained that him running for mayor is not about changing the world.

“The people of South Dundas will decide who they want as a leader. If they want someone they can relate to, someone who has always been here and someone who is not over the top with ideas they can choose me,” said Byvelds.

Two local women were once featured in McLean’s magazine for organizing a strike of all the children in Morrisburg because the price of chocolate bars was being raised from five cents to eight cents. Find out who they were and the answers to many more questions based on historical information significant to Morrisburg for a chance to win a prize.

MORRISBURG – A local team of walkers who participated in the Ottawa Walk to End Breast Cancer in June, have always had an ambitious fund raising goal in mind, and this year, thanks to the generosity of this community, they reached it.

“Our goal, no matter how many people are on the team has always been to raise $20,000,” said Kaylee Morrell, who along with Natalie Brundige, spoke with The Leader about their experience in this year’s June 5 walk.

MORRISBURG – Rain dampened the events and the spirits of party goers once again at the Morrisburg Village Plaza Party on Saturday.

Since its inception, some portion of the celebration has been rained on, and this year was no exception. Although the rains were not constant Saturday, they kept the crowds away.

The sun did shine on one event of the celebration, the Artisan’s and Farmer’s Market which took place on Friday. A dozen vendors set up under the big tent to sell their wares which included baked goods, produce and hand-crafted items.

For most at Seaway District High School, June 25 marks a fabulous date - the last day of exams. Once tests are handed in, pencils, book-bags and thoughts of school will drift away, and summer will officially begin.

However, for most grade 12 students, June 25 comes with a bittersweet feeling. For the last time these seniors will walk the halls of Seaway, as students at least.

“It’s weird that after all these years of being surrounded by these helpful teachers and classmates, we’re all going our separate ways now, but I wish everyone the best,” said Olivia Wright.

SOUTH DUNDAS – A tasty start to the summer of 2010 is being reported by local strawberry growers. Both South Dundas businesses are reporting very good crops.

Barkley’s Strawberries and Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm, are reporting early starts to the strawberry season.

Bill Barkley of Barkley’s Strawberries says that this season is the “earliest season for strawberries in recent memory.”

“The mild winter melted away to a very early spring and provided perfect conditions for very early ripening of the strawberry crop,” said Barkley.

MORRISBURG – On July 1st 2010 it will have been fifty-two years since the flooding of the St. Lawrence River changed life in Morrisburg forever with the creation of a lake between Iroquois and Long Sault. Lost River Cruises (www.lostrivercruises) will now offer passengers the chance to reconnect with this history as they enjoy a cruise on beautiful Lake St. Lawrence.

The Sea Fox II and Captain Andy Neetson from 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises will operate from the Morrisburg dock Tuesday, July 27 to Friday July 30.

MORRISBURG – The all new Upper Canada Heritage Festival set to run July 1- 4 will allow visitors the chance to experience real 19th century entertainment, social engagements and amusements never before showcased at Upper Canada Village.

The highlight of the Festival will be a twice-daily, daring spectacle of acrobats on horseback, dressage, a contortionist, a juggler and more, all part of a musical circus equestrian show by Luna Caballera from Quebec–the 19th century was the golden age for this type of showmanship!

MORRISBURG – “For South  Dundas, we’ve got new wave and classic country, blues, jazz and rock,” said Mike Anderson,  Festival and Entertainment Coordinator of the successful Bluegrass Festival, held every September at Upper Canada Campgrounds.

This summer, however,  Anderson has put on another entertainment hat. He has helped put together an impressive  summer line up of stellar performers for the open air Cruickshank Amphitheatre.