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Thursday, May 16, 2019

Issue No. 19

Families vote on favourite design for future Townsview park

Ava carefully considers ranking the five concepts submitted as options for the future Townsview park from her favourite to least-favourite design.

by Sylene Argent It is not too often youngsters get to chime in with their opinions when it comes to municipal matters. Their opinions were not only welcomed, they were encouraged, at the Townsview subdivision park open house the Town of Essex hosted at the Municipal Building on the evening

of Tuesday, May 7.

At the open house, all who attended, including the youngsters, were given a sheet and a pencil. They were then instructed to mull over the five conceptual designs the Town garnered from contractors and rank the concepts from their favourite to their least favourite.

The Town will consider the votes when deciding on with which concept to move forward.

Director of Community Services, Doug Sweet, said $187,000 was approved in the 2019 capital budget for the project. Part of that funding will come from the development charges incurred from the developer and through the

tax levy.

The designs were each unique and offered different themes and equipment for the youth to consider while carefully making their decisions. Each of the designs offered accessible features to accommodate youth with special needs.

The open house, Sweet said, was hosted as an

important part of the selection process for the playground design.

“It is nice to see the kids here, voting at the open house. They are the ones who will be using the playground,” Sweet said.

Sweet noted it is hoped, once the votes are tallied and a concept is secured from one of the designers that submitted a proposal, the selected structure will be installed so youth can use it sometime this summer.

The playground is needed in the Townsview subdivision area, Sweet noted, based on criteria set-fourth in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

Through this document, it notes the Town wants to have a neighbourhood park around every kilometer, so families and individuals can walk to and utilize the parks in their own neighburhood.

Part of the reasoning behind incorporating parks is to create opportunities for active living for all residents, which improves the quality of life, incorporates some green space, and provides an opportunity for residents to meet their neighbours, Sweet said.

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Erie Shores HealthCare recognizes nurses during awards ceremony

Photo submitted: Kristin Kennedy (pictured back row, far left), VP of Patient Services and CNE with Erie Shores Healthcare, is pictured with the nursing award winners: (back row) Amy Pavao, Marina Coghill, Erica Cassidy, Mandy Johnson, Kim Sparks, (front row) Eva Lewis, Amy Harris, and Amber Robinet. Victoria Mouck, Chairperson of ESHC Spiritual Care, is pictured far right in the front row.

by Sylene Argent In celebration of Nurses’ Week, Erie Shores HealthCare (Leamington hospital) recognized eight outstanding nurses and two individuals in leaderships roles at the hospital through a Leadership and Excellence Awards ceremony, which was hosted last Thursday afternoon.

“It is Nurses’ Week,

so, we recognized a nurse from each department for celebrating the mission and values of the hospital,” Kristin Kennedy, VP of Patient Services and CNE with Erie Shores Healthcare, said. The values and mission of the hospital are to provide exceptional care, close to home.

The hospital hosted the awards ceremony to

“recognize the work they do each and every day,” she added.

Some of the nurses were nominated by coworkers for the awards and others were nominated by patients or physicians.

Hospital administration selected the two winners of the leadership awards.

The hospital hosted a recognition program last year, but it was expanded

upon this year to build morale and culture at the hospital, Kennedy said.

There had been a lot of growth and transition over the past year, she noted, and this was one way the staff could be rewarded for their patience and help.

“Every day, they come to work and do the best job they can do for patients,” Kennedy said of nurses.

Erie Shores Healthcare employees Kim Sparks and Sarah Wiebe received the Nursing Leadership Award, which was presented to nurses who exemplified leadership in nursing management, clinical care, projects and/ or special initiatives.

The Nursing Excellence Award was presented to Mandy Johnson, who was nominated by collogues for remaining calm, without any complaints of workload in Ambulatory Care. Her nomination document noted she always works with a smile on her face and has a soft and calming demeanor with all patients.

The 2 South/ICU award was presented to

Erica Cassidy, who was nominated for the award by colleagues. It was said Cassidy loves to jump into any situation; and is also very reliable, helpful, knowledgeable, and is an amazing team player.

A recent patient nominated Amy Harris for the 2 West/OBS award.

Her nominator said this nurse went above and beyond in administering care and treated her with respect and dignity, and listened compassionately and calmed fears.

A colleague nominated Amber Robinet with the 2 North/Rehab award.

She was said to be an eager and dedicated RPN, who tries to go above and beyond for her patients.

She is also empathetic and dedicated to providing compassionate care.

Amy Pavao was nominated as the 2 East/ Centre award winner.

A co-worker nominated her because she is a great team player and makes a profound difference in the lives of all the patients she cares for.

Marina Coghill was

nominated by a colleague for the Emergency Department award. It was said that she kindly shares her excellent knowledge and experience. She also cares for her patients and all patients, as she helps her co-workers.

Eva Lewis was nominated for the Perioperative Services award for being a topnotch nurse that the patients love.

Heather Raymond was nominated for the Nurse Practitioner award. Her nominator noted she is skilled at what she does and is always very friendly and approachable to staff and patients and their families.

Each of the award recipients were presented with a certificate of recognition and a gift certificate.

Kennedy noted administration at the hospital knew they were doing the right thing with hosting the awards ceremony as some of the recipients did shed a few tears as they received their award.

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Continued Town of Essex Council notes for Monday, May 6

by Sylene Argent South Pointe Lane Development Zoning Initiative Essex Council received Planning report “South Pointe Lane Development Zoning Initiative” and approved Bylaw 1814 to change the zoning of the South Pointe Lane development from R1.3 to R1.8.

The Report to Council notes the South Pointe Lane Development subdivision includes all lots on the east and west sides of Rizzo Nicola Drive and the east and west sides of Catherine Duransky Drive and Southpoint Drive. Through appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board, flood control measures were introduced through the adoption of a development agreement to ensure the development and upstream properties were better protected from harm.

The purpose of the

change is to better advise the public of the special regulations applicable to this subdivision, the Report to Council notes.

Fire Station #3 Building Condition Council received Community Services Report “Fire Station 3 Building Condition Assessment Report.”

The Report to Council noted during the 2018 budget deliberations, funding for a building assessment and feasibility study for Fire Station 3 (in Harrow) was approved at a cost of $17,700, excluding HST. Archon Architects was awarded the project in July of 2018.

The purpose of the review was to explore the financial resources that would be needed to maintain the existing facility for the next three to five years and review options to expand or renovate at the current site or to build new.

The Report to Council notes Archon Architects, through its assessment report, recommend that capital reinvestment to maintain the existing facility is not a prudent use of Town’s funds as the facility significantly falls short of program and

space requirements.

Archon Architects recommended it would be in the Towns best interest to purchase a vacant piece of property and construct a new facility for a variety of reasons, including because of the unfeasible costs associated with converting the existing structure and that even after renovation and an addition to the existing building, the resultant gross floor area would still substantially undersized when compared to a proposed new facility of 8500 square feet.

Fire Chief Rick Arnel said there is currently a parking issue at the facility for the firefighters when there is an emergency, there are washroom considerations that also need to be looked at, and the building and electrical system needs to be upgraded.

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen wondered if passing this was jumping the gun as he felt this should be discussed at future strategic meetings.

Council decided to forward further discussion to future budget deliberation. It was recommended in the Report to Council that

administration be directed to set up a reserve account to start allocating funds annually for a new Fire Station # 3 facility starting in the 2020 budget and to explore potential locations so a new Fire Station 3 could be built within the next five years.

M&M canteen agreement Council received Community Services Report “M & M Canteen Operating Agreement Renewal-Essex Centre Sports Complex” and further approved renewing the M & M Operating Agreement to run the canteen at the Essex Centre Sports Complex for an additional five years, commencing September 1, 2019 at a rate of $400 per month. This is subject to the general terms and conditions as outlined in the previous agreement.

June is Recreation and Parks Month Council received Community Services Report “June is Recreation and Parks Month” and proclaimed June as Recreation and Parks Month for the Town of Essex by adopting a resolution.

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My favourite types of stories to cover for this paper include highlighting outstanding people for their community contributions and clubs/associations that do great things for the community.

I got to do that twice last week, at the very least, when I got to participate in the Bill Gould bench unveiling and the Windsor Regiment Association Golf Tournament. And, to boot, both these events were geared towards showing support to veterans in some way, which is also something I very much enjoy getting to do.

On the bulletin board in my office, a copy of the “The Veteran” poem is proudly displayed. I cannot claim having put it up there, but I kept it up there when I took over the position of Editor because I recognize the importance of the meaning in the poem.

We owe so much to our service men and women, and I truly appreciate the sacrifices made so I have the

ability to write the news the way I perceive stories to unfold, vote, and speak freely about my own opinions.

These are just a few examples of the freedom we all enjoy today because of those sacrifices made and I take them very seriously.

I love our Heritage Gardens Park.

All the unique elements there really capture a piece of the Town’s history, but also the personal history of those who served their nation. I love the new bench addition and hope it gives people a place to sit as they reflect about our veterans and those who are serving their nation today.

I hope the whole memorial area makes each of us stop and reflect, even for just a moment every time we see it, about what freedom means to us all. Even though it is supposed to be a place of solemn reflection, I always feel rejuvenated when I get to spend some time in that park. It, somehow, recharges my batteries with positive energy. I guess that could come from knowing about

the partnerships that collaborated to bring the park together all for the sake of remembering.

It was truly an uplifting moment when I saw a hawk circle the monument during the bench unveiling. I was told others had seen three. Just about every time a ceremony is held there, a hawk shows up and it is an incredible phenomenon.

It is very easy to think negatively and be frustrated with life. It is easy to feel down and defeated, especially when we are uncertain about the stability of our future. But, because of the sacrifices veterans made, we have the ability to freely explore every option we see fit as we try to make our own way through life.

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O.F.A. OPINION By Peggy Brekveld, Vice President, O.F.A. Add your voice to the Endangered Species Act review Changes are being made to Ontario’s Endangered Species Act and the government is welcoming comments on proposed revisions. This legislation impacts Ontario farmers who often deal with the habitats of many endangered, threatened, and species of special concern on and around their farms. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is encouraging all members to review the proposed changes and participate in the online consultation process by the May 18 deadline.

Here’s what OFA wants farmers to know about the proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act: • The Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks will require the Committee on the Status of Species at Risk (the organization that designates species at risk) to reconsider the classification of a species – this means a species classification could be adjusted based on new scientific information presented to government • Species evaluations will be required to consider classification status beyond Ontario’s border and not rely solely on a species’ status in Ontario – something OFA has been advocating for in recent years • Adjustments can be made to habitat protections, at the discretion of the Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, allowing for temporary suspension of species classifications under certain circumstances

• Municipalities or other infrastructure developers may have the option to pay a charge in lieu of completing requirements of the act The government’s process of open consultations on legislative changes offers all Ontarians the opportunity to add their voice to rules that impact their families, farms, businesses, and environment. OFA encourages all Ontario farmers to review the proposed changes and provide feedback. This 10-year review of the Endangered Species Act is an opportunity to comment on how the proposed changes could impact your farm operation.

OFA will be sending a formal submission to address areas of the act that are subject to significant changes. These areas include assessing species at risk, implementing habitat protection, issuing permits, developing exemptions and the enforcement of the act.

OFA participated in the consultations that led up to the passing of the original Endangered Species Act in 2007, and continues to consult with government postings related to the act. This environmental legislation is designed to identify species at risk, protect their habitats, and promote stewardship practices that will help protect these plant and animal species.

It’s our job to ensure any changes to the Endangered Species Act are considered through the lens of farmers and do not impede normal farming practices, while protecting our environment and all species that live within it.

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Windsor-Essex County Health Unit starting active Tick surveillance submitted to EFP The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) launched its active tick surveillance program on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. This involves the identification and testing of ticks that are collected by public health staff. The field surveillance is conducted at public parks and trails that are frequently used by community members to retrieve local data of tick populations.

Lyme disease is a

serious disease that is spread by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. These tiny little creatures can be found in wooded areas, such as campgrounds, parks, trails, and your backyard.

Dr. Wajid Ahmed, Medical Officer of Health for the Windsor and Essex County region, is reminding area residents to protect themselves and their family against ticks when going outdoors. To reduce your risks of being bitten by a tick, follow

911 Calls on the rise again A reminder of proper use of this valuable system submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Essex County has seen an increase in accidental 911 calls in recent months prompting a reminder of the importance of proper use of this emergency system. Over the last month alone, accidental or non-emergency use resulted in an increase in calls of 26%.

Pocket dials and numbers having no valid call back numbers were among the contributors to these 911 calls.

The public needs to be aware that every time 911 is called police have to patrol, investigate the source of the call and confirm the caller is okay. Each time there is an accidental 911 call, it is consuming the time of the initial communications center call taker, a dispatcher and generally 2 officers, hampering their ability to attend to real emergencies. It also takes these officers’ away from potential life-saving proactive activities such as traffic control and enforcement during high volume traffic times.

Police remind parents to educate their children on the proper use of 911 and remind all users that a cell phone is not a toy. Even if you remove a SIM card from a cell phone, it still has the ability to call 911.

Police are also encouraging all cell phone users to review your phone’s functions and learn how to effectively lock your device to prevent accidental 911 pocket dials. By following these simple recommendations, Essex County OPP officers will be able to focus on other duties more efficiently to help keep our community safe.

If you have an emergency……Call 911. If you require police assistance in a non-emergent situation in OPP patrolled areas, callers are encouraged to contact the OPP non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122.

these tips: • Avoid walking in tall grass and stay on the centre of paths.

• Cover up. Wear long- sleeved shirts and pants.

• Wear light coloured clothing to spot ticks easily.

• Tuck your pants into your socks and wear closed toed shoes.

• Do a full body check on yourself, children, and pets after being outdoors.

• Shower within 2 hours of being outdoors.

• Put your clothes into a dryer on high heat (at least 60 minutes) to kill any possible ticks • Put a tick collar on your pets.

• Keep grass in your yard short.

If you find a tick on your body, quickly remove the tick with a tick key or a pair of tweezers. Gently wash the bite and surrounding

area with soap and water or rubbing alcohol. You can bring the tick in a closed sealed container or a small plastic bag into the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit for identification and testing.

The Health Unit accepts ticks that are found on humans (we do not accept ticks found on animals) Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at all three health unit locations.

Ticks identification and testing is part of the WECHU’s passive tick surveillance program and you should speak to your physician to determine if treatment is required.

For background information, including statistics, visit the Health Unit’s Ticks and Lyme disease webpage. The public can speak to a certified Public Health Inspector by calling 519258-2146 ext. 4475.

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Windsor Regiment Association fundraises to support its services

Rain did not prevent patrons from enjoying a steak dinner as part of the 5th Annual Windsor Regiment Association Golf Classic fundraiser at Sutton Creek Golf Course.

by Sylene Argent Rain may have cancelled the outdoor portion of Monday’s 5th Annual Windsor Regiment Association Golf Classic fundraiser, but around 100 patrons

were still able to enjoy the steak dinner and other indoor activities hosted inside the clubhouse at Sutton Creek Golf Club.

The Windsor Regiment Association hosts the golf tournament

every year as its only fundraiser that supports veterans, current serving soldiers, and providing support to the Cadets Corps.

Colonel (retired) John Celestino was

one of the individuals who helped organize the event. He noted the funds raised go towards supporting bursaries for post-secondary education, preserving and protecting regimental history and traditions, and supporting veterans in need in a variety of ways, including helping to provide needed mobility equipment.

As this is the only fundraiser the Windsor Regiment Association hosts annually, every effort has to be made to ensure it is as successful as possible. During the dinner, a raffle was held that included a chance

for patrons to take home a variety of prizes, including a 58” TV. In addition to the event being an important fundraiser for the Windsor Regiment Association, it also provided old friends an opportunity to socialize and catch up.

The event also allows the volunteers with the Regiment an opportunity to spread awareness about the organization’s services and connect with men and women of other service groups, like the Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment and the Navy.

“It is all about building communication,” Celestino said, adding

it is nice to provide an opportunity for supporters to relax and enjoy an evening of comradery, while supporting the Windsor Regiment Association.

For many, getting involved with the event is a lot of fun. “It is one of those events that always turns out enjoyable. I look forward to it every year,” he said.

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Additional accessibility ramp to be added to Colchester Park

A rendering provided by the Town of Essex depicts the accessibility ramp connecting Colchester Park to the beach.

by Adam Gault A new accessibility ramp will be added to Colchester Park later this year, after being approved

during a special Council meeting on Monday evening.

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The ramp will feature fencing, handrails, and seating options at various points along its length to provide easier and safer access to the waterfront.

This will help mitigate the danger faced by all pedestrians when accessing the beach from the steep, and often traffic heavy, sidewalk-free Jackson Street.

Construction of the project was awarded to Nevan Construction in the amount of $250,295, including HST. Of those funds, $22,000 will come from the Ward 3 Development Charge Reserve account, as the final cost of the project went above the allocated 2019 Colchester Beach Ramp capital budget of $220,000.

The success of this proposal hinged on whether Essex could receive grant funding to help offset the total project expenses.

In the spring of 2018, the Town applied for the Federal Enabling Accessibility Grant, which was approved this past January to provide $100,000 towards the project.

Although Council was in near unanimous support of the project, Councillor Chris Vander Doelen expressed concerns that the construction of the ramp would take away usable recreational space from the bluff and park area.

“I think this is a mistake,” Vander Doelen said. “An elevator would have been a better idea, rather than building

“An elevator would have been a better idea, rather than building another massive, concrete ramp structure just a couple of hundred feet to the west of an existing ramp that goes all the way to the parking lot as it is.

- Councillor Chris Vander Doelen

another massive, concrete ramp structure just a couple of hundred feet to the west of an existing ramp that goes all the way to the parking lot as it is. We should have just built a small lift instead of giving up this hill. I think we’ll regret it in the future.”

Councillor Steve Bjorkman took a different approach, stating he felt it was very important that this ramp be constructed.

“I don’t think a lift could

be nearly as well used,” Bjorkman said. “We’re not just talking about people with disabilities, we’re talking about families, we’re talking about people who have to haul wagons full of stuff, coolers, chairs, umbrellas, everything they need to go down to the beach.”

Construction on the ramp is tentatively scheduled to begin this Summer.

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Highland Games return to Kingsville after more than 30 years submitted to EFP The Highland Games are coming and will once again grace the north shores of Lake Erie in a celebration of Scottish and Celtic Culture. On Saturday, June 22, 2019, Lakeside Park will provide a stunning backdrop for bagpipes, caber tossers, and highland dancers. The last time the Games took place in Kingsville was 1987, attracting over 6000

visitors.

The Kingsville Highland Games will provide residents and visitors alike with an opportunity to celebrate Celtic and Scottish traditions. “The Town of Kingsville continues to support and seek opportunities to enhance community events and initiatives that promote social cohesion, community pride, and

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The day includes an exciting array of food, vendors, music, demonstrations, and competitions, including a Highland Dance competition, Sheep Herding demonstrations, a Scottish Athletic Heavy Event Competition,

“There’s been great enthusiasm and support from the community for the return of the Highland Games, and we’re certainly looking forward to seeing a little piece of Kingsville’s history return to Lakeside Park.”

- Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos. and even a Mayor’s Haggis Hurl.

“All of our Essex County Mayors are invited to participate in this cultural delicacy,” encouraged Mayor Nelson Santos. “It will take great strategy and a true mayoral touch to succeed at this incredible hurling of the haggis.”

T h e Town of Kingsville has been successful in their bid for

financial assistance through the Ontario Culture Attractions Fund, a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation. This money will assist in marketing the Highland Games to an expanded market.

“There’s been great enthusiasm and support from the community for the return of the Highland Games, and we’re certainly looking forward to seeing a little piece of Kingsville’s history return to Lakeside Park,” stated Mayor Santos. “The committee and staff are working hard to keep the tradition and spirit of the games in the forefront, and it’s shaping up to be a fun, family outing that everyone will enjoy.”

The Highland Games take place on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street.

Information and the full schedule of events can be found online at www. kingsville.ca.

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by Garrett Fodor On Saturday, residents and those interested in gardening visited the annual plant sale at the historic Essex Railway Station in hopes of finding a good deal on interesting plants for their homes and gardens.

Members of the Essex & District Horticultural Society host this community connection event annually.

Essex & District Horticultural Society President Joe Dicker said the funds raised from the event will help the nonprofit club pay for its expenses.

According to Dicker, the plant sale has been going on for at least 25 years and is a part of the group’s history, which started in 1974.

Saturday’s sale had something for everyone. While the plants sprawled across the outdoor event grounds, a bake sale and vendor area, where various crafts could be purchased, were organized inside the Railway Station.

Dicker said the plants offered for sale were all donations from either members of the society, or their friends

and family members.

Dicker was pleased with the great turnout at the event. He said many people showed up and were ready to buy plants at the 9 a.m. start time.

The nicer weather on Saturday was a nice addition to the event as last year’s plant sale was held in the rain.

Being able to enjoy the sunshine during the fundraiser certainly helped attract great support to the plant sale.

Members of the Essex & District Horticultural Society meet at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club monthly, from January to June and September through November. Members also look after the gardens at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club.

This year, the Society has added costs as District 11 (which includes Amherstburg, Belle River, Blenheim, Chatham, Essex, Windsor, Kingsville, LaSalle, Leamington, Ridgetown, Sarnia, Thamesville, Tilbury, Watford, and Wheatley) will host the 113th Convention at the St. Clair Centre for

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Friends and family members of the late Bill Gould, who served in the RCAF during WWII, unveiled the bench dedicated in his honour during a ceremony held on Friday afternoon. Pictured: Randy Voakes of Fierce Metal Works (which designed the bench) and Gould’s friend, Bruce Tribute, unveil the memorial bench during a ceremony hosted in the Heritage Gardens Park.

by Sylene Argent On Friday afternoon, friends and family members of WWII veteran Bill Gould gathered beneath the wings of the Essex Memorial Spitfire to officially unveil and dedicate a new park bench in honour of the late veteran.

Gould, who passed away three years ago, served in the RCAF for

three years during WWII, was a member of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) for 62-years, and was an avid fisherman.

Essex Legion Branch Padre Kim Gilliland emceed the special ceremony that offered an opportunity for Gould’s friend, Bruce Tribute, and brother, Ray Gould, to speak about the type of

Road fatalities down ahead of National Traffic Safety Campaign OPP Joins Police Partners for Canada Road Safety Week (May 14-20, 2019)

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reporting that 58 people have died on OPP-roads so far this year (Jan. 1-May 5, 2019).

Speed, alcohol/drugs, inattentive driving and lack of seat belt use are linked to almost half (45 per cent) of the deaths. There were 97 road fatalities this time last year, with more than half (53 per cent) of the deaths linked to these same causal factors.

While the OPP is relieved to see a significant decrease in preventable road fatalities, it is cautioning that poor behaviours on the road can easily tip the scales in the wrong direction.

During Canada Road Safety Week, OPP officers will be highly visible in their efforts to keep roads safe, but they are hoping to see road users achieve this goal on their own rather than through enforcement.

“Canada Road Safety Week is an effective traffic enforcement initiative, however it is only part of the solution to saving lives. It is important that everyone take responsibility to ensure safety on our roads.

Make a commitment to obey speed limits, wear your seat belt, and never drive while impaired by alcohol or drugs, or while distracted.”

- Thomas Carrique, Commissioner, Ontario Provincial Police

The campaign is part of the broader Canada’s Road Safety Strategy 2025, which aims to make Canada’s roads the safest in the world.

person Gould was.

Tribute noted Gould married his wife Rosemary in 1945. The couple had three kids: Dan, Billy, and Judy.

Gould and his wife spent many years travelling, and he would often brag about how he was able to enjoy more years of retirement than he was employed at Chrysler, where he worked for 36-years.

“Once you met him, you never forgot him,” Tribute said of his friend.

He noted Gould was always smiling.

“He’s here in spirit,” Ray said of his brother,

adding the memorial bench was placed in an ideal location, “where one can reflect on the sacrifices of those on the Memorial Wall.”

Ray described his brother as a party animal, who was the first to show up and the last to leave.

He was also someone who possessed many talents, some of which earned him trophies, and loved a good joke.

“Bill’s legacy; he loved all and was loved by all,” Ray said.

Tribute and Ray thanked everyone for their involvement in the bench project, whether that was through fundraising, organizing the project, or designing the bench.

The memorial bench includes a photo of Gould and a line that reads, “I’ve topped the wind-swept heights.”

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Pictured are some of the members of the Kingsville Horticultural Society during the club’s annual fundraising plant sale, which was held at the Kingsville Arena on Saturday.

by Sylene Argent The Kingsville Horticultural Society hosted its annual fundraising plant sale inside the Kingsville Arena on Saturday afternoon.

The event provided an opportunity for area residents to search out the perfect additions to their personal gardens or pick out something special for mom ahead of Mother’s Day. Members of the society organized the event as a way to raise funds so they can continue to care for the plant projects they look after in Kingsville proper, Cottam, and Ruthven, which help enhance the physical environment of

those areas.

Club members provided annuals for sale during the fundraiser in addition to other unique plants they grew in their own gardens.

They were also on hand to help answer gardening questions to patrons interested in enhancing their own greenspaces or may want to get involved with the volunteer service club that currently has around 85 members.

The Kingsville Horticultural Society,

which was established in 1906, is always open to new members.

The fundraiser is a

popular event and typically garners a lot of interest and support from the community.

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the Arts. The event will take place from July 19 to 21 and will have representatives of horticultural societies from all over Ontario in attendance. There will be presentations and booths set up along with other educational information and activities for everyone.

The May plant sale is one of two fundraisers the Essex & District Horticultural Society hosts annually.

Another plant sale is hosted during the Essex Fun Fest.

Dicker said the Society currently has approximately 74 members and is always looking for new members and people with a similar interest.

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HEATHERINGTON, William James Passed away peacefully Thursday May 9, 2019 at WRH Ouellette Campus at the age of 94 years. Bill was the second child of James and Ethel Heatherington. Brother of James Richardson, predeceased by siblings Annettia Butcher, Glen Heatherington, and Jack Wood. Loving Uncle of Carolyn Jackson (late Bill), Jim Butcher (Cheryl), Late Jim Richardson jr.

(Diane), Janet Ionson (Late Allan), Glenna Richardson, and Blake Wood (Carolyn). Great Uncle of Tracey Butcher and daughter Madelyn, Tricia Epplett (Tim) and family, and many others. Bill was a kind and gentle soul that will be missed by all his family, friends, and Chartwell Family. Visitation and a celebration of Bill’s life took place at Kendrick Funeral Home (91 Division Street S., Kingsville). In Bill’s memory, donations would be appreciated to the Cottam United Church. On-line messages of condolence may be left at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com. ________ ____________ _______________________ RIDLEY, Sharon Dawn Elizabeth It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of Sharon on May 11, 2019 at the young age of 57. Dear daughter of the late Geraldine and Robert Ridley. Step-daughter of the late John Kenney.

Loving mother of Geraldine, Samantha, and Alexandra. Treasured Meemaw of Weslee, Dane, Macee, and Carter. Step-sister of John “Bart” Kenney and the late Darla Perry. Also survived by many cousins and extended family. Sharon was an employee with Aerotek in Windsor. She was a member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Windsor for many years. One thing is for sure, her grandchildren were her greatest treasures. The visitation for Sharon was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North in Essex. The funeral service was conducted from Gethsemane Lutheran Church (1921 Cabana Rd W, Windsor). Interment followed at Victoria Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made by cheque to Gethsemane Lutheran Church or to Transition to Betterness. You may send your condolences online at www. kennedyfh.com

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May 18 - AMHERSTBURG FARMERS’ MARKET OPENING - Continues every Saturday until Oct. 12 at Toddy Jones Park (corner of North & Dalhousie). 8:30am - 1:30pm.

MAY 22 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - meeting at Essex Retirees’ Centre at 7:30 pm. Speaker Jan Dugdale on Climbers & Vines. Come & see!

MAY 24 & 25 - BLENHEIM CLASSICS AUTO SHOW & CRUISE NIGHT  Fri. - 5:30pm Cruise night at 403 Chatham St. Hwy 3, Sat. - Car Show on Talbot St., Downtown from 9am-3pm. For info & registration: blenheimclassicsautoshow.com.

MAY 25 - MAIDSTONE MUSEUM BEE DAY  Learn all about Bees at 1093 Puce Rd., Essex at 10am. Pre-registration & info: 519-727-8811 or maidstonemuseum.com JUNE 9 - MCGREGOR MUSIC FESTIVAL  30th anniversary at Co-An Park, 11071 Concession Rd 11, McGregor. Gates open at 10am. More to come.

JUNE 12 - ST. ANTHONY CWL LUNCHEON & COUNTRY STORE  from 11:00am 3:30pm at K of C Hall, King St., Harrow.

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Change in the date! The final Messy Church program, before summer break, is Thursday, May 30, instead of the 23. Bring the family from 5:45 -7:30 for dinner, singing, crafts, and a Bible Story. This is the last meeting until fall.

Family Worship on Sundays at 10:30a.m. is led by Major Sam Roberts. After the service, enjoy a brief time of refreshments and fellowship. A warm welcome awaits!

SA Connections on May 21 will be a field trip to a local farm, but you are welcome to stay back and enjoy fellowship with others who are unable to go. Lunch is served, followed by Bible Study at 1p.m. Major Shirley Roberts is guiding us through the book of Revelation, which has been most interesting and informative.

Essex United Church Join us for Sunday morning service at 10:30am. All are welcome.

Our Spring newsletter, ‘News from the Pews’ is coming out soon. Stay tuned for all our exciting events.

For the month of May, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank.

We are hosting our Broasted Chicken Dinner with Fresh Local Strawberries Saturday, June 8, 2019, at 6:00pm SHARP. One seating only. Contact us for tickets and information.

Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Congratulations and God bless the children who have made their First Communion.

A Healing Mission takes place from June 15-19 at St. Mary’s & St. John’s Churches.

Cemetery Sunday is June 23, by the Celtic Cross, weather permitting. Bring lawn chairs.

The Sandwich South Heritage Centre will is opened every Saturday from 9 a.m. to Noon or by appointment by calling Judy Jobin at 737-6628. Everyone is welcome!

Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box.

Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in, and in Hospice.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00am, as we welcome Mr. Peter Beimers, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with a cup of coffee or tea.

Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Essex Community Services Essex Community Services is hosting a May bus trip! Join us on Wednesday, May 29 for lunch at the Chuckwagon, followed by shopping at Anna’s Flowers. We look forward to a fun-filled afternoon. Call 519-776-4231 to reserve your seat today!

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Jay spoke on getting around the fire and how there’s something about getting around the fire of God corporately that you just can’t get on tv.

Prayer Night is May 14, 7pm. Women’s Conference, featuring Wendy Bachlund, from Bethel Church in California, is June 7-8. Online registration is now open.

Spring cleaning, May 25th, 8am-11am. Please let Shelley Charron know if you can help. Coffee, muffins and donuts will be provided.

Sunday Service is at 10am. Come and join us!

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St. Paul’s Anglican Church Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our Mother’s Day Weekend Marketplace last weekend, our next market will take place June 15th.

The monthly Communion Service at Iler Lodge takes place on Thursday, May 16th at 10:30am & the monthly Communion Service at Country Village is on Tuesday, May 28th at 10:30am.

Our next Thrive Event is on Sunday, June 2nd at St. Paul’s from 5 - 8pm and will be an all ages event with food, fun, and a topic relevant to all. Come and see!

Our next Pasta Dinner is on Friday, June 7th from 5-6:30pm, takeout available as always, receive a discount if you bring your own containers!

Visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org, or Facebook, phone 519-776-7711, or email at office@stpaulstrinity.org. We’re located at 92 St Paul Street in Essex.

Del Duca Property Post-OMB Decision North-East Corner of 8th Concession/North Talbot Road Intersec on TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corpora on of the Town of Tecumseh will hold a Public Mee ng Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. in the Town Municipal Office Council Chambers at 917 Lesperance Road to consider proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for the 21.6 hectare property, known as the Del Duca lands, located at the north-east corner of the 8th Concession/North Talbot Road intersec on. This Public Mee ng is being held as a result of the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) decision dated January 17, 2018 in rela on to this property.

In 2016, the property owner applied for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments to amend the Sandwich South Official Plan and Zoning By-law to facilitate the development of an industrial subdivision/business park on the subject property (see Key Map). On September 13, 2016, Town Council adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 14 and passed Zoning By-law Amendment 2016-67 to facilitate the development. This was subsequently appealed to the OMB by residents who were also supported by the unincorporated group known as the Friends of Oldcastle Development (FOOD Group).

An OMB Hearing was held in November of 2017 to hear the aforemen oned appeals. On January 17, 2018, the OMB issued a decision that upheld the appeal and denied the amendments. However, the OMB withheld its Order to allow the par es (Town, Del Duca, FOOD Group) to explore an alterna ve development scenario in accordance with the OMB’s decision. In its decision, the OMB indicated that it envisaged the poten al for an alterna ve form of development from that which had been contemplated by the amendments. The alterna ve form of development was envisaged by the OMB to be a type of mixed commercial-residen al development that could act as a be er transi on between the exis ng industrial area and the exis ng residen al clusters and Weston Park. The OMB withheld issuing its Order to allow the par es to explore such an alterna ve development proposal.

Accordingly, the Town, the owner and FOOD Group have a ended mul ple mee ngs and arrived at a proposed alterna ve land use plan for the property comprising: • Approximately 20.5 hectares (50.6 acres) of land iden fied for residen al uses offering a range of housing types, including single unit dwellings, semi-detached and mul -unit dwellings and re rement homes; • An approximate 0.75 hectare (1.85 acre) commercial area situated at the northeast corner of the 8th Concession Road and North Talbot Road intersec on that would permit uses such as retail stores, ea ng establishments, financial ins tu ons, day nurseries and general and professional offices; • A 30-metre (98 foot) wide strip of land along the western boundary of the property adjacent to the 8th Concession Road and extending fully from the commercial block to the northern limit of the subject property. This is intended to provide adequate separa on from the industrial uses to the west and the proposed residen al uses. The 30-metre (98-foot) strip will comprise a berm with tree plan ngs on the top, a 3-metre (10-foot) mul use pathway and a drainage feature/swale for the conveyance of stormwater; • Other stormwater drainage corridors along the northerly perimeter subject to being deemed acceptable in rela on to the broader stormwater management plan; and • Mul -use pathways linking to exis ng and poten al des na ons.

On April 29th, 2019, an Open House was held to offer an opportunity for public and relevant agencies to review the proposed alterna ve land use plan.

ANY PERSON may a end the May 28, 2019 Public Mee ng and/or make wri en or verbal representa on either in support of or in opposi on to the alterna ve land use plan.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION rela ng to this ma er is available for review during regular office hours at the Town Municipal Office on Lesperance Road.

The Public Mee ng Agenda regarding these applica ons will be available on the Town’s website (www.tecumseh.ca/home/agendas) on Friday, May 24, 2019.

DATED AT THE TOWN OF TECUMSEH THIS 16TH DAY OF MAY, 2019.

LAURA MOY, CLERK TOWN OF TECUMSEH 917 LESPERANCE ROAD TECUMSEH, ONTARIO N8N 1W9

Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible.

Preschool Playtime: every Thursday, caregivers and kids ages 0-4 are invited to drop-in anytime between 9:30 - 12noon. There will be circle time, toys, games, and healthy snack. The last Thursday of the month is gym day and lunch!

Our next Bingo is on Friday, May 24, beginning at 7pm. Please remember your donation for Essex Food Bank. All are welcome!

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Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh).

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Continued from Page 15 The Ladies UCW Spring Dinner is Monday, June 3 at Kingsville Golf and Country Club at 5:30 pm. Please sign the attendance sheet in the hall if you plan on attending.

The Haiti Walk in The Park fundraiser is on Saturday, June 8. Walkers will meet in Lakeside Park in Kingsville at 10am and walk to John and Linda’s for a BBQ. Sponsor sheets are available in the church foyer. All welcome!

Please pick a Sunday and sign the Door Greeter’s list on the table in the foyer.

Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please add it to the list in the foyer or contact the office.

Find us online at www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our office number is (519) 7232284. Office hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am - 1pm.

4-H Cloverbuds Report submitted by Bonnie Popov

The 4-H Cloverbuds welcomed new members: Aiden, Kaylee, Landon, Mackenzie, Kaleb, and Lucien. The first meeting was all about beef by-products.

Beef cattle are used for more than just meat. Beef production takes place in every province in Canada with a total of thirteen million head of cattle and calves. Ontario represents seven percent of the total cow herd located in Canada. The hide and hair are used in soccer balls and baseballs. Paint brushes, glue, and wallpaper also contain these by-products. From the fats, products such as candles, toothpaste, rubber boots, brake fluid, and lipstick are made. Dishes, combs, fertilizer, ice cream, marshmallows, and dog food contain beef horns, bones, hooves, or blood by-products. From the organs and glands, we use racket strings, allergy medicine, and vitamins.

The Cloverbuds searched newspaper ads for beef by-products and glued them

onto their picture of a beef cow. Then, they took pictures of beef by-products and made a bingo card. Miss Lisa called out the products for a bingo game. Jessy won the game. Everyone then made “smores” using marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate in the microwave. John passed out juice that he brought for the meeting.

It was an exciting time learning all about beef by-products.

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Monday night Pepper showed Janece McLaughlin with the most peppers, Floyd Cascadden with high score, and George Diesbourg with low score.

At Wednesday night Pepper, George Diesbourg had the most peppers, Dorothy Field had high score, and Wayne Rawson had low score.

Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of May 6th: Monday Euchre: Joanne McMurren, Audrey Stanley, Mary Demars, Bernice Price, Charlie Chevalier. Wednesday. Pepper: Adrian Diesbourg, Rita Glowa, Veronica Granger, Helene Manley, Mary Lou Chibi, Roger Monchamp. Friday night Euchre: Dave McMurren, George Diesbourg, Rob Pickle, Ray Brooker, Mike Renaud. For Club information call Claire at 519-723-4694.

Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church this Sunday, May 19th, at 10:30 am. During our worship time we offer a Sunday School Program and a well supervised Nursery for our little ones. Everyone is invited to stay for coffee and a time of conversation immediately following our service.

A special thank you to all who donated to our Love Bucket last Sunday. A total of $170.99 was collected to support the Kit Richardson Bursary. The June – Love Bucket will be used to support Gess†wood Camp.

Our Broasted Chicken Dinner is on Saturday, June 8th (6 pm). Advance tickets only.

Please call 519-776-5121 to reserve your tickets.

Please find information about us on our website at www.harrowunited.org

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Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev. Carl will lead the service. Greeting you at the door will be Connie and Ed Reeb. The lunch after the service will be served by Kelly and Angie.

Please say a special prayer for our friends on our prayer list. In an effort to keep our prayer list up to date, please contact the office at 519-975-2252 if you wish to have someone added or removed from the list.

Thank you for all who came out to our Mother’s Day Dinner you made it a big success. A special thank you to the Heart of Essex Sweet Adeline Chorus.

Our Annual Rib Dinner will be held on Saturday, June 15.

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Fond memories of a 1955 Corvette

Essex County Library ESSEX BRANCH: THIS IS MY GARDEN! Come and learn about how to make your very own little herb garden. Saturday, June 8 at 1:00 pm. Ages 5 & up.

McGREGOR BRANCH - MEET THE AUTHOR: Christine Paris Join Christine Paris, author of “Gaia’s Journey” for stories, songs and a craft on Saturday, June 1 at 11:00 am. Ages: 5 & up. JEWELLERY MAKING - Let your creativity flow! We will be creating with beads, wire wrapping, perler beads, friendship bracelets, and more on Tuesday, June 4 at 5:45 pm. Ages: 5 & up. FATHER’S DAY ESSENTIAL OIL MAKE AND TAKE - Join Shelley Anne Roung to learn about Essential Oils and make a Father’s Day product to take home. Free program Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 pm. Adult program.

Register online or at the library for all programs.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Theresa Lecuyer

Jim Ross’s 1955 Corvette parked on Morgan Avenue in Leamington.

Former Leamington mayor Jim Ross was in his early 20s around 1958 when he spotted a black 1955 Corvette on a used car lot on Giles Avenue in nearby Windsor. Jim recognized the car as having belonged to Jim Kimmerly, who lived between Harrow and Kingsville and often drove the car to Leamington.

The used car lot wanted $3500 for the car and Jim bought it with some help from his Mom. He drove it to Lloyd Thomas’s body shop (now a funeral home) in Wheatley, where the car was repainted silver.

The first Corvette arrived in 1953 with a Chevrolet six cylinder engine fitted with triple carbs, a high-lift cam, and high compression which boosted the horsepower to 150. The body was fibreglass and the transmission was a 2-speed Powerglide. Only 315 were built that first year.

And only 674 Corvettes were built in 1955, even though they had the new Chevrolet V8 under the hood with 265 cubic inches producing up to 195 horsepower. Only five of these were imported into Canada. A floor mounted stick shift was availabl, but Jim’s Corvette had automatic. It also had dual exhausts with very noisy mufflers along with a radio and heater and an after-market beige cloth top, which stayed home whenever the sun was shining.

There were no exterior door handles but entry was gained by reaching in and pulling on a cable. The windows consisted of plastic side curtains and it had a wrap-around windshield in keeping with the style at that time.

The car was fun to drive and Jim drove it to Toronto twice, where he attended the Canadian National Exhibition. The car was trouble-free and had only one problem: “I sold it!”

Jim traded it at Red Brown’s used car lot on Erie Street North in Leamington for a 1957 Chev Bel Air with room for more passengers. After the trade-in, Jim never saw the Corvette again.

Considering how rare it was, there’s an excellent chance that car is still around. And rust was never a problem with a fibreglass body. We are hoping the person who bought it from Red Brown will read this story and get in touch. Stay tuned!

I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca.

Register now for Steubenville 2019. A weekend, for high school aged youth, June 28-30. Contact Chris for more information, at 519-776-5157.

The next K of C Fish Fry takes place on Friday, May 24, 4:307 pm. Take out is available. Proceeds to St. Vincent de Paul.

Our 85th Annual Banquet will be on Saturday, June 8, with Mass at 5 pm, followed by dinner. Tickets and information available from the parish office.

God bless you all and have a great week!

Golden Year’s Golf Report

Last Thursday, 46 golfers delivered 78 aces. Five, each, were dropped by Julia Kos and Al Rutter.

The top score, of 17, over 9 holes was carded by Pete Daudlin, Jamie Arquette, Tom Hyatt, Mary Binder, Julia Kos, Laurie Hylton, Doug Vickery [2], and Randy Nash.

The top score over 18 holes was a 35, by Tom Hyatt. Tom shared a top score of 72, over 36 holes, with Julie Kos. The first place team, with a score of 233, was Tam Kings (Al Rutter, Phil Humphries, Theresa Decaluwe). Second place went to Team 2 (Mary Binder, Julia Kos, Loraine Fox) and third to Team 9 (Bill Mayville, Doug Vickery, Erle Nash).

May 16 is our final day of golf for the season. The annual banquet will follow golf.

Voice Of Inspiration “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, ‘What! You, too? I thought I was the only one.” ~ C.S. Lewis

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Essex Mosquito Yellow Jackets open season

submitted to EFP The Jackets eleven year old travel ball team (pictured above) had three games scheduled this past weekend to kick off the season. They went

1-1-1. One win, one loss, and one rain out, of course.

Against Leamington, Ethan O’Neil, Zack Grein, and Caleb Cavanagh each slugged

doubles in an effort that ended with Leamington on top 5 to 2.

Essex rebounded in the next game, hosting the Kingsville Knights, and in front of an excitable crowd, delivered with a barrage of hitting.

The game opened with, town treasure, Danica Wilson singing the anthem, then the Bees went to work.

Jimmy Hayes met the ball in the middle, and supplied a solo first inning home run, and later stroked a three run triple while hitting 4 for 4. Braylon Travis and Denver Boismer counted their first Sun Parlour career hits.

Essex pitchers Braeden Cavanagh and Sean Wilson were up to the challenge, minimizing Kingsville’s chances, and controlling the game.

The Yellow Jacket’s next two games are Sunday the 19th in LaSalle, then the 20th at Walker Homesites.

The Team would like to acknowledge their Mothers, and wish them a happy Mother’s Day. They completely and sincerely love and appreciate their Moms.

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submitted to EFP The students at Gosfield North Public School had the pleasure of welcoming Fred Fox to their schoolgrounds on the afternoon of Tuesday, May 7.

Fox took advantage of the opportunity to share with the students the inspirational life story of his brother, Terry Fox. During the special visit, the students learned of Terry’s commitment to athletics and the perseverance he displayed throughout his journey on the Marathon of Hope.

Fox was very humbled to learn of the generous donations, which totalled over $7,000, that the students have been able to collect from the Gosfield North Public School community during their Terry Fox Run.

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University of Windsor Lancers season ends at Great Lakes Regional Playoffs submitted to EFP The University of Windsor Lancers (“Lancers”) baseball program (193 overall, 14-1 NCBA Great Lakes North) travelled to Crestwood, Illinois for the NCBA Great Lakes Regional (“Regional”) May 10 to 12, 2019.

The Lancers qualified for the Regionals by winning the Great Lakes North conference with a 14-1 record.

They will face the other conference champions University of Illinois (Great Lakes South), University of Wisconsin (Great Lakes West), and, Michigan State (At Large). The Lancers first Regional game was scheduled for Friday, May 10, 2019 at 6 pm against the University of Wisconsin.

The Lancers are ranked 15th nationally, in the National Club Baseball Association Division 1, heading into the Regional playoffs out of 138 teams across the United States.

After winning its first game against Wisconsin on Friday, the Lancers suffered losses to Michigan State and Illinois, on Saturday.

With the two game knock-out format of the tournament, the Lancers hope to advance to the NCBA World Series, May 23-28 in North Carolina, ended.

The Lancers coaching staff is lead by Frank Jeney (Manager) and supported

by Barry Munro (Asst Coach), Dan Rankin (Pitching Coach), Alister Ethier (Strength Coach), Chris Wainscott (IT

Photos by Gerry Marentette Jeremy Orton on the pitcher’s mound for the University of Windsor Lancers.

Chris Rinaldi Ross heads for first base off a hit from the plate.

Services) and public address a n n o u n c e r, Frank Jeney Sr. T h e Lancers two captains are Chris Rinaldi Ross and Jeremy Orton.

The balance of the team roster are: D’Andre Bailey, Rob Csapo, Robert Dreyer, Anthony Fehr, Matt Ferro, Kyle Gagnon, Evan Gignac, Gabriel GonzalezMartell, Brock Levac, Shane Munro, Max Musyj, Temi Orimoloye, Adam Pickle, Noah Pickering, Kyle Renaud,

Zack Sephton, William Stanley, Shane Tracey, Derek West, Curtis Zimmerman, and Jack Zimmerman.

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