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Cornwall City councillor and lawyer Bernadette Clement today announced that she will seek the Liberal nomination to be the candidate in the riding of Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry in the upcoming federal election.

In an address to a number of supporters gathered at the Best Western Parkway Inn, this morning, Clement explained why she is seeking the nomination. 

“I cannot stand by as we prepare to decide the future of Canada in the coming October 19, 2015 election. I’ve talked to voters throughout the riding. They tell me they want to see a government that truly brings people together instead of dividing our country, and one that addresses our needs, from infrastructure to health care to the environment. They want a government that has a plan, to actually deal with our problems so that our future can be full of opportunity,” added Clement, who has been involved extensively in the community of Cornwall and area in a number of groups and organizations. “I feel I can help make a positive contribution as a real voice for Stormont, Dundas and South Glengarry in Parliament,” said Clement.

Clement also highlighted the leadership of Justin Trudeau and the change that he can bring about in Canadian politics. “I’ve watched Mr. Trudeau close up during the party leadership contest where I moderated a number of debates.  I firmly believe that he has a genuine concern for Canadians and that he has the ability to lead our country with new policies that will benefit all and not just a select few. It is time for a change of direction.”

There are two other Liberals in the riding seeking the nomination, Patricia Pichette and Corey Kalsi.  

“We are fortunate to be able to attract strong candidates for such an important job of representing the voters of our riding in Ottawa,” said Clement. 

“I want to encourage people in the riding to become involved in the nomination process by obtaining a Liberal party membership and coming out to a nomination meeting to vote for the candidate of their choice.  I invite them to volunteer in the upcoming election as well and help Liberals win this riding and form the next federal government,” said Clement.

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Fire broke out in the upstairs half of an Iroquois home last Thursday morning, May 3rd.

According to South Dundas Fire and Emergency Services chief Chris McDonough, “after speaking with the owner it was determined, although not confirmed, that the cause was a clothes dryer on the second floor.”

The owner of the Ridge Road home, according to McDonough, “was at work in Ottawa” at the time the fire broke out.

McDonough reported that all three South Dundas fire stations responded to the call, which came in around 9:15 a.m.

“Upon arrival, there was heavy smoke coming from the soffits and eaves.”

“On the initial attack, it was determined that the second floor and attic area were fully involved and no access could be gained from the interior stairs.”

“Fire fighters had a difficult time ventilating due to the steel roofing and the angle of the roof,” he continued.

“We had two fire fighters suffer minor injuries. One was transported to the hospital for treatment and was released.”

As for the house, McDonough reported that it could not be saved.

He estimated the damage to be in the vicinity of $180,000.

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