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Vol. 136

A LOOK INSIDE

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Issue No. 3

Town undecided on possible legal action to save HDHS

Fewer Violent Crimes And Drug Offences Reported in Essex PAGE 2 _______________ Essex’s Administration Looks Forward to 2016 PAGE 3 ________________ EDHS Open House For Area Gr. 8 Students PAGE 6 ________________ Essex Council Notes for Monday, January 18 PAGE 7 ________________ Woodslee K of C Host Free Throw Competition PAGE 11 ________________ Hoopin’ Around the Clock PAGE 20

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Council and the Harrow District High School Working Committee show their support for the high school slated to close its doors for good this June.

by Jennifer Cranston Before the regular Council meeting on Monday, January 18, Councillors and the Harrow District High School Working Committee sported t-shirts that read I love HDHS. The back of the shirts reads “#findaway.” On January 11, the Town’s request for an Administrative Review of the process that led the Greater Essex Country District School Board to the decision to close HDHS was officially denied by the Province. The Working Committee met the following Wednesday to discuss the possibility

of further legal action. That Committee met with Councillors in a closed meeting on Monday. At this time, no decisions have been made regarding the next steps in the fight to save HDHS. While the Town considers whether or not to take further action, the committee is encouraging members of the community to continue to support efforts to bring its concerns to the attention of the board. To that end, two new petitions are circulating in stores and offices located in the Harrow and Essex Centre communities. Signatures are being

collected until Monday, January 25th. “We encourage anyone who is concerned about the loss of Harrow High and the decline in government support for rural education to sign the petitions,” Essex CAO Russ Phillips said. “It’s quite unfortunate that parents and students at Harrow High will now have to seek secondary school education outside their own community and quite possibly outside their own municipality.” Phillips said that the committee will continue to advocate for the continuance of JK-to-12 education in Harrow.

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Fewer violent crimes and drug offences reported in Essex in 2015 “We’re very proud by Jennifer Cranston At a recent Police Services Board meeting Ontario Provincial Police Inspector Glenn Miller reported that total calls for service at the first offence level were down five percent in 2015 compared to 2014. The data the OPP provided shows a decrease in calls of three to five percent annually since 2011. Violent crime was down 15 percent, drug offences were down 37 percent, and motor vehicle collisions were down 8 percent in 2015. Although a slight increase in property offences was noted (280

incidents in 2015, up from 274 in 2014), this category of offence is down 37 percent since 2012 when it peaked at 445 offences. Insp. Miller believes that the community deserves a lot of the credit for helping to create a safer place to live and work. “Our community is becoming active and they are providing us with more accurate and timely information,” he said. In Insp. Miller’s opinion, when members of the community are willing to report things like suspicious behaviour and erratic driving, it

helps police to perform a more “focused” patrol. That practice can help to deter crime before it happens and stop impaired drivers before a collision. He explained that outreach programs like the “lock it or lose it” campaign have also had an impact. Again, he gives credit to the community. He said people have become better about asking police to talk to them about areas of concern. “I want to thank the community for playing such a significant role in making their own communities safer,” he

said. The largest increase noted was in the number of domestic disturbances, which was up 16 percent in 2015 compared to 2014. Since 2011, the number of reported domestic disturbances is up 47 percent. Insp. Miller said that changing perceptions about domestic abuse and greater reluctance to conceal it are contributing to an increase of reporting of this type of incident to local police. Insp. Miller also talked about how changes in the community have affected the number of domestic abuse calls being received by police.

that Essex is a safe place to live.” - Councillor Bill Caixeiro, Chairperson of the Essex Police Services Board

“We have better services for people in that situation,” he said. He explained that not long ago people were more likely to be embarrassed by being victims of domestic abuse, and they didn’t believe there was adequate help for them. He said there are more services that are more widely available for those dealing with domestic abuse. “We provide clarity to victims about what we can do for them,” he said. Councillor Bill Caixeiro, Chairperson of the Essex Police Services Board, is pleased that police service calls are down. “We’re very proud that Essex is a safe place to live,” Caixeiro said. “Safe communities provide a source of community pride, encourage families and people of all ages to move to them, and provide a high quality of life for residents. Along with several other communities in WindsorEssex, we’re already recognized as one of the safest communities in Canada. The OPP report for 2015 confirms this and shows a clear trend towards fewer violent crimes and drug offences.” At the January 7th

meeting, Inspector Miller also announced that the OPP has awarded the Essex region an additional staff sergeant. Staff Sgt. Mike Beatty has been appointed to the position and will be stationed at the Harrow detachment. Insp. Miller explained that this is a senior-levelmanagement position that allows Staff Sgt. Beatty to make decisions, and invoke internal resources faster when it matters. Staff Sgt. Beatty was serving in this capacity for a broader area, and this new position allows him to provide more focused attention to Essex. The Ontario Provincial Police provide contract police protection for the Town of Essex. The service contract is administered by the Essex Police Services Board.

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Essex’s senior administration looks forward to 2016 by Sylene Argent The senior administration team for the Town of Essex has some clear goals set for 2016. The year will have some challenges, but will also provide opportunity to implement some improvements and positive change. CAO Russ Phillips said the budget is a high priority to get things going in regards to mitigating the flooding issue. He said some of the mitigations will start to be implemented this year. There are a few municipal positions that will need to be filled. Clerk/Director of Legislative Services Cheryl Bondy will retire at the end of the month, and Manager of Human Resources Connie Gosselin will move on as well. Phillips noted that there are other positions that administration is aware of that will have to be filled this year due to retirements. Having staff retire or move on is bitter sweet. Phillips explained it is hard to see good people leave, but recruiting new staff can create for exciting opportunities for the Town. There is a plan for senior staff to get together to review the organization with a focus on improving customer service. Part of that discussion will include office accommodations and ways to bring together services. Phillips shared that there is also a focus on economic development in 2016, and in looking at opportunities that could lead to increasing the commercial/industrial base. Staff will look into the Essex Centre downtown design standards to focus on improving the physical environment. This is a result from the walkaboutabout members of Council and administration for the Town of Essex, along with volunteer members of the community, participated in on September 14 in 2015. Beginning to bring improvements to the Heritage Garden Park in Essex Centre and the Jackson Park in Colchester are also on Phillips’s to do list. Though many improvements and good things are planned for 2016, Phillips said it could be a challenging year. He explained as far as the budget goes, it is a matter of resolving Council priorities. There could be some fiscal challenges moving forward, as the Town was unsuccessful in garnering a Small Communities Infrastructure grant that would have provided funding from upper tears of government for flooding mitigation. But there is some good news in that the OPP costs will be reduced and there will be an increase to the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF). Phillips said it was bad news to learn Essex was denied the grant funding that would have helped with the flooding mitigation, but the Town still needs to move forward on it. Phillips said he believes the municipality is dealing with roads well. Capital progress has not diminished, he said. Director of Corporate Service Donna Hunter said the 2016 budget is also a priority for her in kicking off the New Year. This year, staff and Council will look at preparing the 2016 Capital and Operating budgets, and in addition, will also expand this to include a plan for four additional years. This will include each department and will provide a road map in moving forward as to where the municipality will be headed in the future.

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A program Hunter is excited about is the Virtual City Hall. This program allows residents to come into the system and look at their tax accounts and purchase dog tags. She is also looking at implementing an E-billing system where residents can submit their email for their tax bills. It is hoped to be implemented for the tax instalment in July. The new system will help cutback paper-issued billing. Those interested must sign up at the Essex Municipal Building during its regular business hours. Hunter also plans to go through the current bylaws to ensure that they are up to date. Director of Community Services Doug Sweet said 2016 will be a year to continue working on the foundations set on 2015 projects, including improvements to the Heritage Garden Park, such as greenery, and the pavilion the Town has partnered to install there with the Essex Centre BIA. Last year, in Colchester Park, a pavilion was added. This year, it is hoped to continue to enhance that park. The Committee special to the Divestiture of the Colchester Harbour will continue working on this project, as well. He is also looking forward to implement a few of the recommendations highlighted in the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Master Plan. One of those recommendations that should be ready for the spring is the permanent dog park location, in around the front area of where the Essex Memorial Arena used to stand. The fencing has started to be put up. The area is ready for trees and a trail this spring. The recommendation also included putting plans in place to start replacing playgrounds in 2016. There is also a plan to finish the McGregor Parkette, which is situated next to the Post Office, with adding a gazebo. Sweet said his department will work with service clubs, organizations, businesses, etc. to provide fun, family activities this year, including events like kite flying and movie nights.

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From the C orners of My Mind ••• Comment by Jennifer Cranston ••• Minding Your Pennies

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I recently lost my grandfather. He played a large role in my younger life and taught me some very valuable life lessons that I will hold onto for the rest of my life, not the least of which was how to be frugal. He was not a cheap person nor was he miserly, quite the opposite in fact, but he and my grandmother embodied the idea of “mind your pennies and the dollars will mind themselves.” It is a personal value I hope to impart to my children. (I will first have to explain to my younger children what exactly a penny is, now that we’ve eliminated them.) Today we are faced with a national economy that is tanking for the second time in eight years, electricity costs in Ontario are obscene and steadily rising, and subsequently the cost of essentials is following suit. The media is full of stories about the rising cost of food and the $8 cauliflower is already the poster child of skyrocketing grocery bills. It’s not just cauliflower, by the way, I recently paid $3 for a single green pepper. With people already using food banks so they can pay their utility bills, I think it’s time for all of us to look at practical ways to mind our pennies. There are small things we can do that add up to make a big difference. I certainly don’t know all the tricks, but I can share a few that I use or that I had learned from my grandparents. My newest adventure in economizing is making my own laundry soap. I know what you’re

thinking, but yes it works. I have toddlers – I can’t afford to use substandard cleaning supplies. The other obvious comment I get is that it must be a time consuming hassle. It takes about 15 minutes to make five gallons and that includes the time I spend transferring it to smaller containers (I just use old laundry soap jugs, but you can leave it in the five gallon pail and save yourself 10 minutes). There are dozens of recipes online, most of them call for the same ingredients; borax, washing soda, and a bar of soap. It costs less than $3 for a five gallon pail, but there is one catch. I can’t find washing soda in any local store and shipping costs make buying online too expensive. I cross the border to buy a box for about $3. At one cup per five gallons, it is worth the effort. When it comes to food costs, there are some really cost effective solutions. My grandparents had a farm and my grandmother grew most of her own produce. That isn’t an option for me, so I take the next logical step and buy in bulk from local growers when things are in season. What about the rest of the year, you say? I still haven’t learned to can my own food, because that does look like a hassle to me. My grandmother froze just about everything. It’s fairly simple for most foods, just blanch and freeze. Again there are lots of instructions online. You can go even further to economize here by using old milk bags for freezer bags. This, however, involves some hassle as

cleaning and storing them throughout the year adds a few minutes to doing your dishes. I also buy meat in bulk from local producers. It’s important to shop around when doing this because local doesn’t always mean cheaper. Beef for example can be more expensive than the grocery store, but I get mine for under $3 per lb, any cut. This does require some planning and a larger initial money out-put, but it pays off if you can scrape together a few hundred dollars a couple times a year. Another cost saving measure I’ve come to count on is buying second hand when I can, especially when it comes to kids’ clothes. Essex has great stores to make this easier than travelling to a big box store or the mall. Before Christmas I was in the mall and found a little boy’s outfit that was identical to one I had recently bought in a re-sale store. When each item was priced out in the children’s boutique the cost was over $90. I had paid less than $6. There are hundreds of ways to save your pennies, or should I say nickels. My advice is to put some thought into your cost-saving efforts. Remember that your time is also valuable. Another tip to keep in mind is that just because you do things your self doesn’t necessarily mean it will be less expensive.

Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Who owns the station? Who owns the Essex railway station? You do, and so does everyone else who lives in Essex. It is owned by the town and that means that everyone who lives in the town is an owner. What does that mean to you? We, as the board members, hope each individual takes pride in it being part of the attractions and a vital part of our history. It was the railway crossing that helped first establish Essex Centre. Thus we hope you are interested in your station being kept in good condition. Right now repairs are needed. There is dry rot around some windows so we as owners should be willing to pay the cost of replacing that problem. Of course, that would mean it would be paid by the taxes everyone pays, either directly or through the rent they pay. The Essex station is symbolic of Essex Centre and it is

a very unusual building because in that day most of them were a frame building with a waiting room and a ticket counter. The Essex station has a separate waiting room with a fireplace, a general waiting room, as well as a portico, where the passengers could get out of the buggy or democrat, protected from the weather, and enter the main room through a vestibule. If you have never been in your station, do make a point of seeing it for yourself.

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Grade six classes donate to Northern Ontario School submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has an ongoing relationship with Aboriginal communities in Ontario to assist with providing policing and support to First Nations Police Services.

Often times, OPP officers from around the province are called upon to attend one of these communities for a period of time to support policing services. Many Essex County OPP officers regularly attend for two

weeks at a time to assist. One such community is the Pikangikum First Nation. It is an Ojibwe First Nation located approximately 100 kilometers north of the Town of Red Lake, with a population of 2100. Putting

it into perspective, if there were roads directly to the community, it would take approximately 22 hours by car from Essex County. After hearing about this community from an OPP officer, the grade 6 students at Our Lady of Mount

Carmel School in Windsor decided to try to help their fellow students in northern Ontario by having a book sale in order to raise money to purchase items to be donated to the school children in Pikangikum.

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Area grade eight students sample high school

EDHS students volunteered to give grade eight students a tour of the local secondary school.

by Sylene Argent Transitioning into high school can be a nervewracking and scary experience for freshmanaged students. There is a new facility to attend, new teachers to meet, curriculums to learn, and many students to get to know. For Essex District High School grade nine students Allison, Martine, and Paige, the first few days of their high school experience was intimidating last fall, but these girls found it didn’t take long for them to start to learn their place in the local secondary school. As part of the EDHS band, they were happy to greet potential Red Raiders during the annual

grade eight open house last Wednesday evening. The girls found high school gave them more freedom, and they found fun in joining the band and in meeting new people. “There’s nothing to be nervous about,” the girls noted while standing in the school hallway as feeder school grade eight students toured the new secondary school. Allison, Martine, and Paige said the grade nine retreat was a fun experience where they were able to meet many other students who would eventually become friends. They urged upcoming students to not be afraid to introduce themselves to others when they start high school in the fall, and

to follow their passions, whether that be joining band, clubs, or trying out for a sports team. Many existing EDHS students then made themselves available to take groups of the potential Red Raiders around the school. Other students offered information about various clubs and sporting activities available to students. EDHS Guidance Counsellor Ron Ricci hosted an assembly in the gym to inform future EDHS students, and their parents, about what to expect as Red Raiders. He explained that the school tries hard to balance time tables to ensure one semester is not heavier than the next. Career Counselling begins in grade 10. The Guidance Counsellors meet with each student and talk about their future plans. They, from there, ensure the students are taking the correct courses to help ensure those dreams can come through. In addition to Guidance being there to help students, the school also offers a full time child and youth worker. A social worker and psychologist also visit the school once a week. Student success and tutoring programs ensure students are transitioning into high school well, and have help available for any subject they may need a little extra help in. Students are required to earn 30 credits to graduate high school, 18 compulsory and 12 optional, in addition to earning 40 hours of community service. Ricci urges students to obtain their community service hours well before their grade 12 year.

Students can begin earning those hours as soon as they graduate from grade eight. He explained the Specialist High Skill Major course that are available to the students, in addition to the streams the students can enrol themselves in, according to how they perform on an academic level. Ricci believes that with the new facility, professional staff, and the community involved environment that the school provides, Essex District High School is a great choice for these new students.

Grade nine students Allison, Martine, and Paige, showed oﬀ their musical ability as part of the school band during the EDHS open house on Wednesday, January 13.

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Essex Council Notes for Monday, January 18 by Essex Free Press staff Marketing and Sponsorship opportunities Essex Council received Community Services’ report “Marketing and Sponsorship Opportunities,” and moved the recommendation to direct the department of Community Services to develop a Corporate Marketing and Sponsorship Policy. Further, administration with the Town of Essex will review and amend the current Naming Rights Policy-Municipal Parks and Facilities to include criteria for naming facilities/events after individuals. In the report to Council it notes that Councillor Bill Caixeiro raised the matter of sponsorships and partnerships at a Town of Essex Council meeting in September. As a result, administration was asked to prepare a report on sponsorships and partnerships in the Town of Essex as a revenue generating opportunity. It continues that there are many ways a Town can generate revenue through marketing, including advertising, value in-kind, donations, naming rights, and sponsorships. Essex has used advertising, sponsorship, and naming rights in the past, but

there is no formal commitment on an annual basis. The report states that developing a formal Corporate Marketing and Sponsorship Policy and Program will help pursue these revenue sources on an annual basis. Contentious issue comes back to the table and passes without incident In a previous Council meeting, a recommendation by the Finance Committee to deny Councillor Randy Voakes reimbursement for a meal he bought for the Spitfire Committee became the source of an argument that led to Voakes being ejected from the meeting. It came back to the agenda for this meeting and passed without comment. Billboards to be erected SPG Media was granted permission to erect five billboards in Wards 2 and 3. There are strict guidelines governing these signs imposed by both the municipality and the County. The sign must be maintained and it must sit 41 metres from the centre line of the road. It must also advertise a single business, organization or service within the Town of Essex. Town Policy Planner Jeff Watson recommended the approval in this case,

even though he expects to see a future moratorium on new billboards in the municipality. Sign encroachments for Wards 1 and 3 Essex Council approved bylaw 1477 to permit the placing of four signs; two place-finding signs at Victoria Ave. and Keown Street in Essex Centre, and business identification signs on Jackson Street and Sullivan Street in Colchester. These locations are within public rights-ofways. In the report to Council it notes advertising and place-finding signs cannot be placed in a public right of way without Council’s permission. Jeff Watson of the Planning Department explained the request came after Public Works staff had removed signs. Most of these signs were placed on utility poles without authorization, he said. He said there were situations that had legitimate needs for the signs. CIP survey results Essex Council received the report that contained the recent Community Improvement Plan (CIP) survey results and Planning Department’s recommendations on how the program can be improved.

In the report it noted that the Planning Department hosted the Community Improvement Survey in hopes of determining reasons behind the slow adoption in Harrow and to gauge the general effectiveness of the grant programs in both urban centres. The survey was open for public comment from November 25th, 2015 to January 4th and received a total of 18 respondents, in addition to responses of those who have utilized the program. The report noted the survey respondents regarded the CIP program as being very positive. “The CIP contributed to a spur in business activity for property owners, in some instances, and was viewed as contributing to a significant improvement in the aesthetic appearance of the commercial districts,” the report reads. Recommendations highlighted in the report that could work within the CIP program included heightened awareness, publicizing successes, and making individual contact with business owners to inform or remind them of the grants available. Councillor Sherry Bondy thanked the Planning Department for the report. With promotion of the program she hopes to see more results. Council received the report for informational purposes.

Road was one of the bad ones. She said it is not exactly on the radar to have Smith Road done this year, but she wanted to put some pressure on Amherstburg and Essex to begin setting some money aside for maybe next year or the following year. She would like to have a meeting with Amherstburg to see what its representatives thought. Councillor Snively agreed the road is not in good shape. Chris Nepszy, Director of Infrastructure and Development, said it is

not best practice to just to do half of the road. It did receive some patch work. To get the road done, the stretch of around 4kms, it would be around $700,000, he said.

Appointing the Deputy Mayor Councillor Sherry Bondy wondered if Council would be interested in meeting to discuss what they would like to see coming forward in a report from administration in regards to options as to

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how the Deputy Mayor position can be elected in a different way. Currently, elected Councillors appoint the Deputy Mayor amongst themselves. The issue was raised around a year ago. She said 2016 is the year to wrap this up so that voters understand the changes well in advance of the next municipal election if any are adopted. CAO Russ Phillips said this report will be tasked to the new Clerk. It was noted during the meeting that some of Council thinks the current way of appointing the deputy Mayor can be an uncomfortable thing to do.

Director of Legislative Services Cheryl Bondy receives a gift at her last Council meeting before her retirement.

Notice of Motion Mayor Ron McDermott put a Notice of Motion forward that the Procedural Bylaw be amended to remove “New Business” from the order of business for regular Council meeting agendas. Clerk recognized Mayor Ron McDermott, on behalf of Essex Council, presented Clerk/ Director of Legislative Services Cheryl Bondy with a gift as this was her last Council meeting before her retirement. The Essex Mayor

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390 Talbot St. N., Essex www.kenknappford.com 519-776-6447 | 1-800-461-8773 Offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. See Service Advisor for complete details. Applicable taxes and provincial levies not included. Dealer may sell for less. Only available at participating locations. ±In order to receive a local competitor’s advertised price: (i) tires must be purchased and installed at your participating Ford Dealer; (ii) customer must present the competitor’s actual, local advertisement (containing the lower price) which must have been printed within 30 days of the sale; and (iii) the tires being purchased must be the same brand, sidewall, speed and load ratings as shown in the competitive advertisement. Offer only available at participating Ford dealerships. This offer is valid on the cost of the tire only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Offer does not apply to quotes or advertised prices outside of Canada, in eBay advertisements, by tire wholesalers and online tire retailers, or closeout, special order, discontinued, and clearance/liquidation offers. Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled or changed at any time without prior notice. See your Service Advisor for details. *Rebate offers are manufacturer’s mail-in rebates. Rebates available on select Continental (credit card gift card), General Tire (credit card gift card), Goodyear (credit card gift card), Dunlop (credit card gift card), Hankook, Pirelli, Toyo Tires, Yokohama, Michelin, BF Goodrich and Bridgestone (credit card gift card) tires. Offers are valid on qualifying sets of four tires, purchased and installed at participating locations during the respective promotion periods for each tire brand. Offers are valid on the cost of the tire(s) only and do not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Amount of rebates, start dates and expiration dates vary depending on tire manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the customer to submit the required claim forms and proof of purchase to the relevant tire manufacturer with sufficient postage by the required deadline for that rebate offer. See your Service Advisor for complete details and claim forms. ◊Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Dealer may sell for less. 1Storage term is at the Dealer’s sole discretion, up to a maximum of one year. **Winter Safety Package includes: four (4) winter tires, four (4) tire pressure monitoring sensors, and choice of four (4) steel or aluminum wheels. Some conditions apply. See Dealer for details. Vehicle handling characteristics, tire load index and speed rating may not be the same as factory-supplied all-season tires. Winter tires are meant to be operated during winter conditions and may require a higher cold inflation pressure than all-season tires. Consult your Ford of Canada Dealer for details including applicable warranty coverage. ©2014 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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acknowledged Bondy has served her municipality for 38 years. He wished her a happy retirement.

Council supports a Basic Income Guarantee Council received a letter from the City of Kingston that asked for its support in its resolution to ask the provincial and federal governments to work together to investigate and develop a Basic Income Guarantee for all Canadians. The correspondence from Kingston noted that over 14 percent of Canadians live in “low income circumstances.” It also points out that, “Existing income security programs have not proved sufficient to ensure adequate, secure income for all; and Whereas insufficient income, income insecurity and inequality have well established, strong relationships to a range of adverse public health outcomes, and are root causes of many social ills such as illiteracy and short-fall of educational attainment, chronic stress, alienation, and criminal activity, all of which undermine the social fabric.”

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Winter Owl Prowls – They’re a Hoot!

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evening learning about the owls of Ontario, their adaptations, calls, and behaviour, presented by Caroline Biribauer, Outreach Coordinator with the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA). Weather permitting, participants will take a guided walk through the woods, looking and listening for owls. “Walking outdoors on a winter evening is a special experience on its own,” says Caroline Biribauer, ERCA’s Outreach Coordinator. “However, when Mother Nature cooperates and we’re able to call in an owl, it’s really quite extraordinary.” The public can choose between two Winter Owl Prowls: • Thursday, February 4, 2016, 7-9 pm at Camp Cedarwin Scout Camp. • Thursday, February 11, 2016, 7-9 pm at Holiday Beach Conservation Area Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For cost of and purchase of tickets, go to www.erca.org/birding. For more information, please contact Caroline at cbiribauer@erca.org or 519-776-5209, ext. 245. Since 1973, the Essex Region Conservation Authority has been dedicated to protecting, restoring, and managing the natural resources of the Essex Region.

Exercising in winter: Tips for seniors (NC) It’s tough to get outside and get some exercise when the snow is blowing, the temperatures are frigid and the sidewalks are slippery. If the great outdoors aren’t looking so great, there are other options. You can head to the mall and walk to your heart’s content, on your own or in a group. Or you can head to your local community centre which likely offers a good selection of fitness classes, such as water aerobics (good for the joints), yoga, dance, and Tai Chi. The slow, meditative movements of Tai Chi have been found to be helpful coping with the symptoms of four common chronic conditions -- cancer, heart failure, osteoarthrithis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Not only that, but activities like Tai Chi also help improve mood, as does getting out of the house and socializing. At home, if you live in an apartment building, you can walk the halls and climb the stairs. Exercise DVDs are also a good option, as are virtual reality computerbased technologies such as Nintendo’s Wii. Studies have shown that they have a positive effect on balance and their benefits are at least comparable to other exercise programs. If your mobility is more restricted due to a chronic health condition, you can get creative at home. Use a chair to do side leg lifts and squats; grab a soup can to get in some bicep curls. Resistance bands are also a great option – they’re cheap and easy

to use, and help maintain muscle strength as we get older. Exercise is an important component of the health coaching patients receive by phone through Telehomecare, a program that provides simple-to-use equipment for the home to enable the remote monitoring of

vital signs by a specially trained clinician. An initiative of the Ontario Telemedicine Network, Telehomecare is available to patients with COPD or congestive heart failure. To learn more, patients and family caregivers can visit www. ontariotelehomecare.ca or call 1.855.991.8191.

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Woodslee K of C free throw sends nine to district competition

Nine winners from Woodslee will advance to the K of C District Basketball Free Throw competition. Pictured: Devin Grondin, 14, James Bisson, 12, Elijah Davis, 11, Nolan Hawthorn, 9, Dylan Ing, 13, Isabella Lopez, 9, Shauna Halliday, 13, Kyle Gosse, 10, and Kaitlyn Gosse, 12.

by Jennifer Cranston Around 30 youth, ages nine through 14, competed in the Knights

of Columbus Basketball Free Throw competition in Woodslee last Wednesday. The contest is open to boys and girls, and begins at the local level with individual Councils holding contests and sending winners in each division onto higher levels of competition. Winners at each level can progress to district, regional, provincial, and eventually international championships. Woodslee K of C held its Council competition at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Elementary School. Winners from that evening will advance to the district competition in St. Joachim on February 4. There, they will compete against other youth from Belle River, Comber, and Tilbury. Winners in Woodslee were awarded a medal and a new basketball, as well as a certificate.

Grand Knight Ray Myers said that events like this help the Knights to make their presence known in the community. “This makes us more visible in the community,” he said. “We have been pretty quiet over the last five years and we want to be more involved in the community.” The contest is open to all children regardless of faith or the school they attend. The Essex K of C Council will hold its Free Throw competition at Essex District High School on Thursday, January 21 at 7 p.m. The Woodslee K of C is looking forward to its next community event. On February 9, the Squires will serve a pancake dinner at the St. John’s Church Hall from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The dinner is open to the public. Free will donations will be accepted.

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From The Heart OH MY! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

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Thank You We wish to thank our friends, family and our Church family for the cards, gifts and best wishes, on celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary on December 27, 2015. May God continue to bless our marriage, and keep our love committed and strong with laughter and happiness. ~ Bill and Carolyn Jackson

January 18th ~ Mike Quinlan turns 60 January 26th ~ JoAnn Dobson turns 55 Love from your family _________________________________________________________

Birth Announcement

BRYNN ELIZABETH SIMARD Lily Simard announces the arrival of her baby sister “Brynn Elizabeth” born October 15, 2015 weighing 7lb. 9oz. Thrilled Grandparents are Larry & Brenda Simard, Bryce & Cindy Holland and Janet Holland with Marty Unholzer. Anxious to spoil her are Auntie Meggan & Uncle Dan, Tyler, Aunt Sherri and cousins Peyton and Landon.

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ALEXANDER, Douglas Richard - passed away on January 15, 2016 in his 84th year. Doug was born on April 26, 1931 to parents Richard (1997) and Merle (2001) Alexander. Doug was predeceased by his first wife of 43 years, Dorothy (nee Shepley) (1996). Doug has 6 children, Scott, Lynn Koehler (Alfred), Dan (Michelle), Sharon Patterson (Gord), Penny White (Wayne) and Pam Nantais (Chris). He will be remembered by his 15 grandchildren, Candace, Amy, Jennifer, Beth, Sarah, Tara, Brett, Tiffany, Tammy, Jamie, Jason, Ted, Brian, Nicole, Jarrett and his 5 great grandchildren, Dylan, Chloe, Somer, Macey and Evy. Predeceased by 2 grandsons, Kyle (1993) and Eric (1993). In 1997 Doug remarried Sandy Cribley who also passed away January 15, 2016. Doug is also survived by Sandy’s daughter Lori Cribley Clark (Michael) and their children Jordan and Robbie and predeceased by Kelsey (1999). His siblings, Bruce Alexander (Margie), Vicky VanBelle (Archie)and Kay Schinkelshoek (Tom) will fondly remember Doug. Dad drove truck all of his life. He had a love for the open road and was an avid Nascar fan. We would like to thank Dad’s Sand Pebble Crescent neighbours and Dad’s PSW Diane for all of their care and concern. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex. A Funeral Service to celebrate Doug’s life will be held from the funeral home on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 11 am. Rev. Kim Gilliland officiating. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. If desired memorial donations may be made to Leamington Hospice. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca _______________________________________________

The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch

Kindness We laughed last week about the old lady that had taken residence in my home. I expect all of you knew that I was that old lady in the mirror. Now, I want to tell you about all the kindness I experience because of my wrinkles and white hair. Recently I had trouble remembering where I parked the car and as I walked in search, probably with a worried expression, I heard someone calling my name. She wanted to help me find the car which was simple if I had been smart enough to know that if you push the panic button the car calls. I did know that but I didn’t know how easy it is to stop the honking. There was more to it than that. She took my grocery bags and carried them to the car for me. Strangers will do kind acts such as making a point of opening doors, or telling me to go ahead of them in line. One time, I was trying to park the van in a narrow space so I would not have to walk as far on icy pavement to a meeting. One of the board members moved her car to make more room, and then help me over the ice. The other morning, after the church service, the minister, who was acting as supply, came outside to clean the snow off my car and found a parishioner had done that already, even before I was outside. Of course this includes those who clear my share of the sidewalk after snowfall. Wherever I go I hear these words, “Can you manage? Do you need some help?” I hope those people live long enough to know how much it means to an older person that others care and have concern.

October 18, 1931 - January 22, 2011 Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there. Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered everyday. ~ Audrey, Scott, Bonnie, Dave, and families.

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Charles Croft April 20, 1935 - January 22, 2012

As time goes on without you, And days turn into years. They hold a thousand memories, And a thousand tears, May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear. That we will always love you, And wish you were here. ~ Always Loved and Remembered ~ Evelyn, Arlene & Mike, Laurie & Ken, Ken & Monique, and families.

ALEXANDER, Sandy (Cribley) (nee Hutchinson)- Passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2016 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Beloved wife of Doug Alexander who also passed on January 15, 2016 and the late Don Cribley (1995). Loving mother of Lori Cribley Clark and husband Michael. Adored grama of Jordan and Robert Clark and the late Kelsey Clark (1999). Sandy will also be remembered by Doug’s children. Dearest sister of the late Aleene Hamel (late Roger) and late Jim Hutchinson (Alice). Dear Sister-in-law of Judy Cribley. Cousin and life long friend of Barb Mcdowell and family. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. Sandy valued her role as a mother and wife. She loved her grandchildren, family and friends intensely. She is fondly remembered and will be missed for her quick wit, sense of humour and concern for others. We will also miss her bling! Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex. A Funeral Service to celebrate Sandy’s life was held on January 19, 2016 from the funeral home. Interment Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Leamington. If desired memorial donations made to The Sunshine Foundation or Canadian Mental Health Association - London Middlesex -Strathroy site would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. _________________________________________________________

ZIVANOV, Rose (nee Unguran) - Entered peacefully into eternal rest at the Leamington Hospital on January 13, 2016 at 92 years of age. Dear wife of the late Michael (1998). Sister of Audrey Unguran. Loving mother of Mark (Judy) Zivanov, Dorothy (Louis) Lamb, Milton (Agnes) Zivanov, Robert Zivanov, Noreen (Craig) Sherlock, Kathy (Darrell) Daneliuk and the late Jean Zivanov. Treasured Baba of 13 grandchildren and 13 greatgrandchildren. Rose was a long time and devoted member of Windsor Christian Fellowship. Rose’s request was to be cremated and there will be no funeral service. Donations may be made to the Windsor Lifeline Outreach (Foodbank) or the Windsor Life Centre c/o Windsor Christian Fellowship 4490 7th Concession, Windsor, ON N9A 6J3. Arrangements under the care of the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

What’s Going On... JAN. 21.  POTLUCK DINNER & ELECTIONS. Essex & Community Historical Research Society, 18 Gordon Ave., at 5pm. Open to all paid up members.

JAN. 24  CTMHV MILITARIA, HUNTING, & SPORTSMAN SHOW At 6155 Arner Townline, Essex, from 9am-3pm. For info: www.ctmhv.com or 519-776-6909. JAN. 27  ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING  New location, Essex Retirees’ - 32 Russell St. at 7:30pm. Guest speaker, silent auction & plant/seed exchange. JAN. 29  BINGO AT BETHELMAIDSTONE. Starting at 7pm. Bring a canned good! JAN. 30  K OF C Hall McGregor  CHICKEN & SLIDERS DINNER - Dinner at 6pm. Proceeds to Myeloma Canada. Feb 13 - ESSEX 73’S 8TH ANNUAL LEGENDS NIGHT at EDHS. Tributes to Fleetwood Mac, Madonna, Carrie Underwood, & more. Visit www.essex73s.ca. FEB. 16  ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - At the Essex Legion Hall Br. 201, 103 Talbot St. North, Essex. From 1-7pm. For info: www.blood.ca. FEB. 17 – LINE DANCING at Essex United Church. Every Wednesday for six weeks. 1 - 2:30 p.m. Call Nancy at: 519-915-4986. ESSEX LIBRARY: FAMILY STORYTIME: This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities. Wednesdays (JAN. 13 - MARCH 9) at 10:30 am. For children under 5 years and caregiver. Register online or at the library. Visit www.essexcountylibrary.ca to ﬁnd info. on programs at your local branch.

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EVENTS _____________________ BINGO 1st & 3rd Fridays 7:15 P.M. 32 Russell St. - Retirees’ hall $ 500.00 JACKPOT 1-tf _____________________ VENDORS WANTED: Automotive Flea Market- It’s a Brand New Show on Saturday, February 27th. We are now accepting vendors who will be selling automotive related items ONLY. Please call 519-776-6909 if you are interested. $20/per table. Tables & Space are Limited. Anything from Gas Pumps to Stock Car parts will be here! Food & Beverages will be available for purchase 3-1t* in our 50’s Diner.

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Employment Opportunity Tax Clerk The Town of Essex is currently accepting resumes for the position of Tax Clerk. Reporting to the Manager, Finance and Business Services, the Tax Clerk is responsible for the maintenance of the property tax roll which includes all payments and adjustments as required. The Tax Clerk is the primary contact person for tax account inquiries and will assist in other areas of Finance and Business Services.

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Tree Planting and Care Workshop offered submitted to EFP Are you interested in planting trees this year? Or learning more about how to care for your native Carolinian trees? If so, plan to attend the free Tree Planting and Care Workshop, hosted by the Essex Region Conservation Authority. This interactive workshop will discuss ways in which you can get involved in the reforestation of Essex County. Learn about the environmental benefits of tree planting, grants and financial assistance to landowners for planting trees, the different tree planting techniques and the ways to care for your future forests and special shade trees. This workshop is on Thursday, February 25, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the Essex Civic Centre - 360 Fairview Ave. W., Essex. The workshop is free, but space is limited so pre-registration is required at http:// treeplantingworkshop. eventbrite.ca/. Learn more about the grants and

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Family Worship is open to all at 11 a.m. every Sunday, led by Major Sam Roberts. Join us for an inspiring service with lots of singing, followed by coﬀee time.

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Messy Church meets on Thurs., Jan. 28th from 6-8 p.m. Bring your family for dinner and then enjoy music, a Bible story, and several crafts and activities. Come out to SA Connections every Tuesday from 10-1 p.m. This free community program is open to men and women of all ages. Enjoy coﬀee, fellowship, crafts, games, interesting discussions and lunch. Bible Study follows at 1:15 if you’d like to stay, and includes a video and discussion.

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Pastor Jay continued teaching on his series entitled, ‘The Invitation.’ Love is a choice. The whole gospel is an invitation. Visit our ‘Connect Centre’ located in the foyer, where someone will be there to help keep you informed before and after service. Prayer for Essex: Amy Belle’s Fashions, Mondays, 2-3 p.m. Restoration House Healing Rooms: Open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

All are welcome for our Sunday Worship Service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School begins at 10:15 am. We have guest speakers in the next few weeks. Ian Phillips on Jan. 24th, John Cats on Jan. 31st, Phil Hernandez on Feb. 7th and Richard Dalton on Feb. 14th. The Essex Christian Reform Church is hosting a concert on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 6pm for Refugee Houses in Windsor. Free-will oﬀering. All are welcome. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner is on February 9th. The Lenten services begin on Wednesday, Feb. 10. Ash Wednesday at Holy Name of Jesus Church with Rev. Chris Brouillard-Coyle. Lunch follows. Free-will oﬀering.

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Monday, Feb. 8 is the UCW Meeting at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. Door greeters this week are Connie Campeau and Murray MacKenzie; Elder on Duty is Lonnie Jones; Lock-Up is Gord Moore.

Trinity Church Prayers are asked this week for Doris, James, Liz, Betty, Greg and Matthew. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Norma Conrick, given by Pat & Sharon Kistulinec and family. Happy Birthday this week to Amy Hayes and Earl Boose. Essex and District Ministerial Assoc. Concert for Refugee ministries, Sunday Jan. 24th at 6 pm., at Essex Christian Reformed Church, featuring various musicians from the Essex area. A free-will oﬀering will be received for refugee houses in Windsor. Last chance to order your apple pies for pick up this Saturday, January 23rd from 2 to 4. You can place your order by calling Sharon at 519 839 4579, or leaving a message at the Church oﬃce at 519 776 7711 or a message with Brenda at 519 839 5184. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam, Everyone is welcomed! Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley

Sweetie Pies will bake Friday, January 22 at 4pm & Saturday the 23rd at 9am. Dust oﬀ your rolling pin, throw on your apron & come have some fun! Our annual vestry meeting is at St. Stephen’s on Saturday, January 23 at 3pm and Church of the Redeemers is on Sunday, January 24 at 11:15 am. Mark your calendars for our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper hosted by the youth of Redeemer & St Stephens held at Redeemer on February 9. Please watch your mail for our Memorial Hymn Sing invitation being hosted by St. Stephen’s on Sunday, February 7 at 3pm. Please return your memorial wishes soon so the setlist can be created. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Join us for Heritage Sunday and Sunday School at 11:15 am. This being Heritage Sunday please come dressed and show us our family Heritage. Rev. Ann will be giving her message. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Dorothy Knight. Greeting you at the door will be Jean Vetor and Kevin Stanley. Serving the lunch on their heritage will be Jean Vetor, Sue and Bob Holman, and Elaine Mailloux. Please remember to pray for the people on our prayer list. If you or someone you know would like a special visit from Rev. Ann ,please let her know. Our Congregational Meeting is on February 7. Breakfast at 8:30 am with the meeting to follow. Regular Church will follow the meeting. Choir Practice: Mondays at 7:30 pm. Continued on Page 17

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Continued from Page 16 Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am Everyone is welcome Spaghetti Dinner & Talent Show: Sat., Feb. 27. Dinner at 6 pm with show following. Cost is a free will offering. If you would like to perform, please let us know. Essex United Church Sunday morning worship service begins at 10:30 am. with a fellowship hour following. Both our senior and junior choirs are gearing up for the Easter and spring season. On Friday, February 5 at 5:30 p.m. everyone is welcome to join us for a we are Games/Potluck evening. The Essex and District Ministerial Association present a Lenten luncheon series on Wednesdays at noon. The first service is on Ash Wednesday, February 10 at Holy Name of Jesus. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson

We welcome you to join us on Sunday, January 24th for our 10:30 am – Worship Service. We oﬀer a Sunday School Program as a supervised Nursery. The Annual Congregational Meeting is on Sunday, February 7th as part of our morning worship service. The meeting is followed by a luncheon. To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our website at: www. harrowunited.org.

Mission Group meets on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 7pm in the board room. If you are having a special wedding anniversary this year, (1, 5, and every 5 years up to 60, then every year after that) please join us for a celebration on Sun., Feb. 14 at 11am. Mass with cake & refreshments after in the hall. Sign up at the Info Table. The K of C Basketball Free Throw Competition (for ages 9-14 years) is on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 7pm at EDHS Gym A. For info, contact Chris Lapain at 519-776-5157. The next K of C Fish Fry is on February 12, from 4:30-7:00 pm. CWL General Meeting is on Tues., Feb. 2, at 7pm in the Youth Centre with guest speaker Nick Fournier. Life Teen (Gr. 9-12) is on January 24. Mass at 7pm, NightLife at 9:45pm. Quest (Gr. 3-5) will have “Fun In The Sun” on January 27th. Please continue to save your Foodland grocery receipts for the missions. God Bless and have a great week! Essex Baptist Church submitted by Stephanie Winger

Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com. Kid’s Club is oﬀered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm. Woodslee Friendship Club Happy New Year one and all. Here we are again back to our regular card times on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and Friday nights. If your resolution was to try us out, make this the one on which you follow through. We look forward to seeing you. The Euchre winners for this past week were: Thomas Allison, Charlie Chevalier, Mary Demars, George Diesbourg, Leo Durocher, Irene Gignac, Ernie Lariviere, Jean Matalik,

Bob Mullins, Pat Mullins, and Cecile St. Denis. The Pepper winners were: Irene Gignac, Helene Manley, Joanne Mailloux, Mark Mailloux, Dave McMurren, Joanne McMurren, Bob Mullins, and Audrey Stanley. For more information, call Fran McKim @ 961-9532.

Golden Age Golf Report 37 golfers sank a respectable 68 aces last week. Leading the pack with 6 aces were Cathy and Tom Dewhurst. A Low score of 17, over 9 hole, went to Julia Kos, Cathy Dewhurst (3), Lloyd Honey, and John Murphy. A Low score of 34 over 18 holes went to Cathy Dewhurst. Continuing her strong play, Cathy Dewhurst boasted a 73 over 36 holes. 1st place bragging rights, with a score of 238, went to Team Aces (Nancy Hill, Caroline Ascott, Bill Ward, Murray Cascadden). In 2nd place, with 238, was Team 7 (Marilyn Speed, Cathy Dewhurst, Barry Sweet). The morning produced a three way 3rd place tie between Team 6 (Rose Taylor, Colleen Pearse, Barry Sweet), Team 9 (Laurie Hylton, Art Sweet, Perpetua Hildrop), and Team Jacks (Mike Binder, Murray Hartford, Betty McManus). Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Our Mission Club is collecting new and gently used sweaters in all sizes for the migrant workers. Please drop oﬀ at the back of the church. New Ministry schedules are now available at the back of the church. The next Pasta Night is on February 2nd, at St. Mary’s Hall. Please pick up your 2016 box of envelopes at the back of the church. If you wish to receive a box of envelopes, please contact Mary at the parish oﬃce. Our Lenten Card parties begin on February 14th. Please keep all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers.

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Jim Robinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;40 Mercury rebuilt 60 years later!

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Pictured above: Jim Robinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1940 Mercury when I owned it in Leamington in 1959. The same 1940 Mercury convertible today (left). Below: The trunk is still shaved but a trunk handle has been added. In 1955, a cable from inside the car popped the trunk open.

In 1954, the OPP condemned a 1940 Mercury convertible off the road. Motorcycle dealer Jim Robinson of Wheatley, Ontario, bought the car and rebuilt it over the winter of 1955. He removed the body, mounted it on axle stands, and completely rebuilt the entire chassis: flathead V8 engine, transmission, rear end, brakes, steering, exhaust system, wiring â&#x20AC;&#x201C; everything! The trunk is still shaved but a trunk handle has To help with the body work, been added. In 1955, a cable from inside the car Jim found two new rear fenders at a popped the trunk open. Ford dealer in Windsor. Originally dark blue, the car was repainted red. It was back on the road in the spring of 1955, now a mild custom with side trim removed, and hood and trunk lid shaved. The car was lowered with a dropped axle and a new red-and-white vinyl interior with black piping was installed at Vic Cousinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upholstery shop in Leamington. In 1956, Jim Robinson sold the car to work on a 1951 Monarch convertible. The â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40 Mercury passed through four more owners until I bought it in 1959. I sold it in Toronto in 1962 and lost track of it for the next 32 years, during which time it deteriorated. I found it near Belleville in 1994 and bought it back in 2001. Needing too much work, I sold the car in 2003 to Scott Wood of Toronto, who has completely rebuilt it with a late model 302 Ford V8. The outside is almost identical to how it looked when Jim Robinson rebuilt it 60 years earlier. The car is once again â&#x20AC;&#x153;tomato redâ&#x20AC;? as befits a car with a Leamington-Wheatley heritage. If Jim Robinson were still alive, he would give his â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40 Mercury a â&#x20AC;&#x153;thumbs up!â&#x20AC;? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: â&#x20AC;&#x153;OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.â&#x20AC;?

EDHS hockey player Josh King was stopped by General Amherst goalie Josh Paquette last week in WECSSAA action.

by Fred Groves Morse, Gaels nationally ranked Nicole Morse had a pair of points and a rebound on Saturday to help the Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gaels to an 80-74 win over the second place nationally ranked Ryerson Rams. The day before, Morse, an EDHS grad, had two points in a huge 57-33 win over Toronto. Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is ranked 10th in Canada and now has an 8-1 record in the OUA. â&#x20AC;˘ Alex Friesen of Essex notched his 15th goal of the season on Friday to help the Carleton Place Junior â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Canadians to a 5-4 overtime win over Cumberland. â&#x20AC;˘ Still with hockey, Ryan Green had a goal on Friday for the University of Windsor menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hockey team as they fell 6-5 in an overtime loss to Toronto. The next day he scored in a 6-3 loss to Guelph. â&#x20AC;˘ Left winger Matt Puempel notched his 13th of the season to help the Binghampton Senators to a 4-3 win over Syracuse last Wednesday night. On Friday, he had an assist as the Sens shutout Rochester 4-0. â&#x20AC;˘ Luke Mahon and TJ King scored for the EDHS Red Raiders boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hockey team as they fell 4-2 to visiting General

Amherst on Wednesday. The day before. Essex tied Sandwich 3-3. In WECSSAA girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; play, Essex lost 6-0 to Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Essor. â&#x20AC;˘ EDHS grad Emily McCloskey had 19 points and 13 kills to lead the University of Windsor womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s volleyball team over Waterloo on Friday.

â&#x20AC;˘ In other volleyball action, both the junior and senior girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; teams from Essex got past St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last Tuesday. â&#x20AC;˘ James Morgan netted 18 points and Adam Amicarelli added 12 as the EDHS senior boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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73’s roster moves paying dividends

Pictured above, Essex 73’s Tyler Scott is knocked oﬀ the puck against Wallaceburg during the game on January 12.

by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s, with hopes of another successful playoff run, added a pair of forwards and a defenseman to their roster at the trade deadline. Dalton Langlois had previously AP’d two years ago with Essex, and

spent the last two seasons with LaSalle. Brendan McGhee spent parts of the last two seasons with LaSalle and Leamington. The third player added was Griffin McCarty, son of former NHLer Darren McCarty. He was a part of the Wellington Dukes Jr. ‘A’ team for parts of

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the last three seasons where he describe his role as “a shutdown role going against other teams’ top lines.” For all three of them, their first taste of Essex hockey came Tuesday night as the 73’s hosted the last place Wallaceburg Lakers. Essex received numerous scoring chances and its newcomers had many chances to find

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the scoresheet in the opening minutes. The lone goal in the opening period came with one minute remaining, as leading scorer Michael Vieira beat Lakers’ goalie George Hill. McGhee notched his first point as a 73 on the goal. From there, the 73’s offense exploded, scoring five goals in the second period, while holding the Lakers to one. The team went on to score three more unanswered goals in the third period, to prevail 9-1. Had it not been for Lakers’ goalie Hill, the score could have really gotten out of hand. He frustrated shooters at times, which frustrated the Lakers’ defense. This led to penalties that ended up costing the Lakers the game. All three newcomers tallied an assist on the night. Friday night, the 73’s traveled to Alvinston to face the Flyers in what is likely a preview for the playoffs. For the 73’s it would be their last contest before they have time off for team building. Like Tuesday night, they went into the first intermission with a lone goal, coming late in the frame. Essex starter Trevor Wheaton had a small workload and was hardly tested.

as they fell 10-2. Shots read 32-15 when the horn sounded. McCarty finished the night with six points (4 goals, 2 assists), while Langlois added a goal and an assist. The 73’s have a week off before they close out the regular season against the Wheatley Sharks on January 26.

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basketball team beat Belle River 63-46 last Wednesday. The juniors got past the Nobles 47-41. The day before both the juniors and seniors were beaten by Kingsville. • In harness racing news, local horse My Sisters A Witch, trained by Essex’s Vic McMurren, has missed a few starts due to a broken bone. • The OMHA playoffs are going on and the Essex midget minor Ravens opened up with a big 6-0 shutout win over visiting Riverside on Saturday. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

Unlike their previous contest, the 73’s put up seven goals in the middle frame, including four straight from McCarty. Five of the seven goals scored in the frame came in the final seven minutes of the period. Both teams would add a pair of goals respectively in the third. It was too late for the Flyers, however,

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Hoopin’ Around the Clock for a good a cause around 350 participants that signed up. From 5 p.m. until around midnight on the Friday, and again from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. on the Saturday, teams battled in fun oncourt games. In the open timeframe, the court was open for anyone to join a team and play for fun. A few games were held that caught the attention of onlookers. One game had members of Kingsville Council challenge members of Leamington Council. Another game had OPP staff versus Windsor Police Services. Another game had two insurance companies square off. The feedback Innes said he received was phenomenal. He was pleased with the event turnout and the interest the community showed in the event. The purpose of the event, in addi-

tion to being able to dribble off some winter blues, was to raise funds for the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance program. The organizing committee for the event did not set a fundraising goal as they didn’t know what to expect out of the first event. Innes explained the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance program was created locally around four years ago. It is dedicated to helping individuals or families throughout Essex County. That help can extend to gestures such as contributing to lodging or gas if an individual has to head out of town for medical treatment, or in supporting healthy snack programs, Innes said. Learning about what the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance does urged

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by Sylene Argent HighRise Basketball partnered with the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance to bring forth a unique indoor fundraiser that will help area individuals and families in need. A subcommittee comprised of individuals from both of these entities organized the first annual “Hoopin’ Around the Clock” event, which was held beginning on Friday, January 15 at Migration Hall in Kingsville. The 24-hour long basketball event urged community members, whether they had experience on the court or not, to form a team and join in the fun. Head of the organizing committee Reid Innes said the inaugural event “has been awesome.” He was pleased with the 34 teams, and

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