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Vol. 138

Issue No. 14

Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame welcomes two inductees

Essex Council Notes PAGE 3 _______________ Voakes to be reimbursed for ‘Conflict of Interest’ case legal fees PAGE 5 _______________ Badge-earning Beaver collects for Food Bank PAGE 10 _______________ L k h M Lakeshore Mayor TTom B Bain i iinducts d Charles Desmarais into the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame.

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by Adam Gault The Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame inducted two longtime contributors during its annual Hall of Fame ceremony at the Harrow & Colchester South Agricultural Building on Thursday, April 5. The Agricultural Hall of Fame recognizes the lifetime achievements of farmers who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the development of agriculture in Essex County. The class of 2018 included Charles Desmarais of Stoney Point, sponsored by the Town of Lakeshore, and Terry Wright of Harrow, sponsored by the Town of Essex. Charles Desmarais was born

in 1946 and grew up on a mixed farm in the former township of Tilbury North. Charles has had two very successful careers, first in agricultural retail when he served the La Cooperative de Pointe aux Roches as their General Manager for 32 years. He provided supplies and services to the agricultural sector, as well as the management of the full-service grain handling and grain marketing facilities at numerous locations owned by the cooperative. His second career has been his lifelong attachment to the family farm, to which he has committed to working fulltime for the last 12 years as a cash crop farmer. With Desmarais’s leadership, the re-positioning of the

Agricultural Co-operative enterprises in Essex County were championed, including the organization of a county-wide farm petroleum enterprise. This opportunity included the United Co-operatives of Ontario local branches and the Harrow Farmers Co-op onto one balance sheet. It further offered one management umbrella and one board of directors, all operated from Pointe aux Roches. Desmarais also served his community as a Eucharistic Minister at the former Parish of l’Annonciation and served his parish as the Parish Council Chairperson. He is an honorary member of the Knights of Columbus Council 8783.

“When you’re able to succeed in something, it’s because you’re surrounded with people who have the same passion that you have,” Desmarais said upon receiving the award, thanking his parents, wife, and family for their support throughout his many years in the business. Terry Wright was born in 1939 and grew up in the Harrow area. A graduate of the Ridgetown Agricultural College in 1960, Terry has farmed for over 50 years, growing processing tomatoes, seed corn, and a variety of different kinds of fresh-market vegetables and fruit. Currently, his two youngest sons, Rodney and Greg, farm with him. Rodney has responsibility for the greenhouse operation and Greg for the field crops and apples. Wright was a Past Chairperson of the Essex County Associated Growers as well as a past Director and Vice Chair of the Ontario Continued on Page 2

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Local branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society tours ECHRS by Sylene Argent Members of the Essex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society held its April meeting last Monday at the Carnegie Library, which the Essex & Community Historical Research Society (ECHRS) maintains. Cindy Robichaud, a member of the Essex County Branch of the

Ontario Genealogical Society, was grateful ECHRS was able to host the meeting and include a tour of the facility and its many items on display. With a keen interest in family history, Robichaud said the Society members were especially excited to be introduced to ECHRS’s impressive land deed collection. Robichaud said most

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of the Society’s meetings are held at the Windsor Public Library, where it houses its own collection. Typically, meetings offer a free public presentation on a historical topic on interest. Over the past several years, she said, members have been focusing on digitizing that collection, which is useful as many of its members may not necessarily reside locally. For more information about the Essex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society, visit the group’s Facebook page or its website, www. ogs.on.ca/essex.

The Essex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society hosted its April meeting at the Essex & Community Historical Research Society’s Carnegie Library on Monday evening. Pictured are some of its members: Linda Urqhart, David Hutchinson, and Cindy Robichaud with ECHRS President Laurie Kowtiuk (second from the right).

ECA Hall of Fame welcomes two inductees... Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association. He has served also as a Director of the Canadian Horticultural Council. A founding member of the local Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program, at the County and Provincial levels, he served from 1984-88 as a Director with the Ontario Processing Vegetable Growers Marketing Board as well as a past Board member and Vice-Chairperson of the Seed Corn Growers of Ontario from 1988-98. A long-time member of Harrow United Church, Wright is also a founding member of the Essex Region Goodfellows and has served with them since 2005. He

also served as a Councillor for the Colchester South Township for 14 years and was the Warden of the County of Essex in 1980. Many organizations have recognized Wright. In 1976, he received the Award of Merit from the Essex County Associated Growers. In 1992, he received the Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada in recognition of significant contribution to community and Canada. He also received a Conservation Award for the Essex Conservation Association for planting grass strips next to municipal

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drains. “We are so pleased to see so many friends here tonight, that have worked with dad both locally and from afar,” one of Wright’s sons said, speaking on his behalf. “We appreciate all of you being with us for this special event tonight.” The recipients also received certificates from MP Tracey Ramsey and MPP Taras Natyshak, to further recognize Desmarais and Wright for their powerful contributions to Essex County farming.

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Essex Council Notes for Tuesday, April 3 by Sylene Argent and Adam Gault RFT for trucks, winter equipment awarded Essex Council received the report “Results of Request for Tender - Supply of Three Trucks 2018,” and further awarded Ken Knapp Ford with the order in the amount of $122,084.52. Essex Council also received the report, “Results of Request for Tender - Supply of Winter Control Equipment for a Tandem Plow Truck 2018 and Supply of Tandem Plow Truck Cab and Chassis 2018.” Council awarded the Request for Tender for the supply of winter control equipment for a tandem plow truck 2018 to Viking-Cives Ltd., in the amount of $107,214.33. The supply of a tandem plow truck cab and chassis 2018 was awarded to Team Truck Centres, in the amount of $143,989.38. Harrow Lion’s Club and Hall closing Council received a report regarding the status of the Harrow Lion’s Club and Hall on McAffee Street. As of July 31, the club will dissolve and its lease on the structure will be terminated. The building will then be turned over to the Town, to end the lease agreement that was made prior to the amalgamation of Essex. Councillor Sherry Bondy thanked the Lions Club for its years of good work and hoped the building will be put to good use in the future. Councillor Larry Snively noted the Lion’s Club had held the annual fish derby, and wondered if there had been any interest at this time in another organization taking over the event so it can continue to draw visitors to Colchester Harbour. Rezoning for 80 Maidstone Ave. W and 106 Talbot Rd. N Essex Council received the report “Rezoning application 80 Maidstone Avenue West (Ward 1),” which recommended the preparation of a bylaw to provide for the rezoning to a special residential zoning category to permit semi-detached and townhome dwellings, in addition to the presently permitted single detached dwellings. Council supported the by-law preparation, which could convert the zoning from R1.1 to R2.3 to permit single detached, semi-detached and townhome dwellings. Essex Council received the report “106 Talbot Road North Rezoning,” which recommended the rezoning application of lands at 106 Talbot Road North. Council also approve the rezoning of the land at 106 Talbot Road North and provisionally adopted Bylaw 1691, to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw, Bylaw 1037. Both properties were discussed at a public meeting on Monday, March 26. Regarding the 80 Maidstone Avenue W property, the report to Council notes two letters and a petition were received from area residents prior to the meeting that highlighted concerns. 16 persons were in attendance at the meeting. Concern highlighted at the meeting included that the proposed increase in density could negatively affect municipal services and increase traffic movements on Maidstone and Bell. Building height, rear yard building setback from the Bell properties, and the need for buffering were also concerns. A letter from the Windsor Essex District School Board requested a traffic impact study made in light of the proximity of future access roads into the development and their alignment with the driveways to the Essex District High School and the additional traffic generated by the increased density. Two residents spoke at the regular meeting, highlighting concerns with the issue, surrounding the buffer fence and backyard depth. Regarding the 106 Talbot Street North property, the report to Council noted a rezoning application was made for the rezoning of that land. It is requested that a sitespecific rezoning be granted for the 93 square metre (1000 square foot) workshop located to the rear of the property to permit automobile detailing services and specific light industrial uses, in addition to the presently permitted general commercial uses under the C2.2 zoning. 2018 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan Council received the report “2018 Municipal Election

Accessibility Plan.” The document informed members of Council of the plans to ensure that persons with disabilities have the opportunity to participate in the 2018 municipal election process. This would include ensuring all voting locations are accessible, persons with disabilities are able to independently cast their vote, and can fully participate as an elector, candidate, or election official. Appointment to Fill Committee Vacancies Council received a report providing a list of proposed candidates to fill the vacancy on the Committee of Adjustment and the Property Standards Committee. It also proposed methods by which Council may select a new committee member. This report included a list of seven names of candidates who ran in 2014 and have expressed interest in running again this year. The term is limited, ending in November 2018. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche suggested an individual from Ward 2 be considered, in the interest of fair representation, with Councillor Snively agreeing with that sentiment. A replacement will be chosen at a later date. Ontario’s main street revitalization program Council received the report “Ontario’s Main Street Revitalization Initiative,” which provided information on that program through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario administers the program. The Main Street Revitalization Initiative is a $26 million fund to help municipal governments undertake main street revitalization activities that support and benefit small businesses. Through the program, the Town of Essex received $55,716.34, to be used for main street initiatives by March of 2020. Of that sum, Harrow and Essex Centres will receive $18,572.11, and McGregor and Colchester Centres will receive $9,286.06. Updates on planning, building, and economic development offices/facilities Council received a verbal report from CAO Hunter that provided updates on renovations to the Planning Building and the Economic Development offices/facilities. This would include renovations to the Essex Town Hall, with Hunter explaining that the Town is in the process of having drawings made for the potential changes. Councillor Larry Snively said it would be more efficient to have all municipal services in one building. Continued on Page 4

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Essex Council Notes... Councillor Sherry Bondy added that twice, Council has been given direction to go ahead with plans in Gesto, only to change back to renovating the Essex Municipal Building. “I don’t really see how we can fit any more people in town hall,” Bondy said of the renovation plans. “We need a new town hall, and the new term of council should take on that task pretty soon. I invite anybody to go through our town hall, because it’s the saddest state of affairs in the county. Of course, nobody wants to touch that in election year, but that’s really the elephant in the room. We need a new town hall.” Extension of Integrity Commissioner Agreement The approval of Council was sought and approved to support the authorization of an additional extension to the Integrity Commissioner Agreement between the Town of Essex and Robert Swayze. “Because we’re getting so close to the end of this term of council, we’re asking for an extension of [the] current agreement until end of the year,” Essex CAO, Donna Hunter, said. Town to purchase new Chain of Office With the current Chain of Office of the Town of Essex showing visible signs of wear and tear, the Town will purchase a new one. The proposed chain of office, which is worn by the Mayor during regular Council meetings, includes a suspended medallion of the Town of Essex logo, the provincial and federal coats of arms, as well as name bars for the mayors who have served since

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amalgamation. The design and production of the new Chain of Office has been quoted at $2,399, plus HST and shipping. The expense will be taken from Council’s operating budget. Dog pound services Essex received correspondence from the Town of Lakeshore, which sent out a resolution to reach out to Essex, Tecumseh, and LaSalle, regarding the long-term vision for the Lakeshore Dog Pound, and a potential name change for the facility. Councillor Sherry Bondy suggested Council hold discussions around other potential animal control service providers for the Town of Essex. “The dog pound is okay, but there may be other options, and see if there’s a more progressive option that meets our needs, rather than a dog pound,” Bondy said. “I think this is a good exercise, but I think that there might be an exercise before that, maybe tendering to see if there’s anybody else out there.” Notices of motion The following Notices of Motion were presented at the March 19 meeting for discussion at the April 3 meeting. Engineering for reconstruction of Snake Lane in Ward 3 Councillor Ron Rogers had put forward a Notice of Motion to have the Town engage an engineering firm to develop a plan to reconstruct Snake Lane in Ward 3. “Snake Lane has come up every year since 1990,” Rogers said of the issue. “Let’s be the Council that gets

the engineering done to get the project rolling.” Rogers added that traffic counts on Snake Lane are much high than the average gravel road. Councillor Steve Bjorkman expressed concerns that with the budget already being set for the year, any potential actions would be too expensive. “Look at the scope of work. Get this together for 2019,” Bjorkman said. Deputy Mayor Meloche said the issue should have been discussed at budget time. Councillor Randy Voakes agreed with Rogers, saying it’s good governance to keep the ball moving forward, and that the town should have something to estimate the cost of the project. The motion was defeated. Extend CIP Area to include entire municipality Councillor Randy Voakes put forward a Notice of Motion that all of Essex be included in the Community Improvement Program (CIP) Area, and if need be that the monies be taken from the reserves to fund it. CAO Donna Hunter explained it would be preferable to have administration come back to Council with more information on the matter before a decision is made. “There hasn’t been any justification from Council at this time, why we would extend (the CIP),” she said. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche would like to hear a report from administration as the issue wasn’t discussed during budget deliberations. “I do believe this is something we should be looking at for 2019. It will give admin the required amount of time,”

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Meloche said. “I do want to see this moving forward.” Mayor Ron McDermott said he couldn’t support the motion as currently presented as the landfill money in question is “sacred to the Town,” and should be reserved for unforeseeable circumstances. Voakes said there must be millions of dollars in the landfill fund at this point, and that the compounding interest on the money could support the changes to the CIP. “We need to see the numbers before we can decide,” Voakes said. The motion carried with the change that the feasibility of adding the entire town to the CIP be investigated before a decision is made. Council review of the Workplace Assessment of Essex Fire Councillor Ron Rogers had put fourth a Notice of Motion that would allow Council members to have the opportunity to review the Workplace Assessment of Essex Fire & Rescue prior to any proposed changes or actions. This would be proceeded with Council members signing a confidentiality agreement. Rogers said this is an important motion as it was an initiative of Council to move forward with the report. He said to keep it away from Council members is wrong. “If [some] Council members do not want to see it, they shouldn’t censor others,” he said. Councillor Sherry Bondy asked that this issue be tabled until Council could have its in camera meeting on the issue. A majority Council voted supported her request.

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Voakes to be reimbursed for ‘Conflict of Interest’ case legal fees by Sylene Argent Essex Council voted in favour of having administration draft a bylaw that would reimburse Councillor Randy Voakes for legal fees incurred when he was brought to Superior Court of Ontario. A resident, Essex Mayor Ron McDermott, submitted the application, alleging Voakes was in Conflict of Interest at the September 5 regular Council meeting, for the court to rule upon. The Superior Court Judge found Voakes was not in Conflict of Interest. At the Tuesday, April 3 regular Council meeting, Voakes asked Council to first put the issue on the agenda as a “New

Business” item, and further asked Council move that he be reimbursed for his fees. Mayor McDermott removed himself from his chair during discussion and voting on the issue. “It went before a judicial system to determine whether or not I was in Conflict of Interest, and through the process, it was clearly proven that I wasn’t in Conflict of Interest. I did nothing wrong in terms of rules of Conflict of Interest… So, that being said, I’m just obviously asking Council, recognizing I did absolutely nothing wrong as a Councillor for the residents of Town of Essex, I’m asking that I receive remuneration

reimbursement for my [legal] fees,” Voakes said. Clerk, Rob Auger, said that through the Conflict of Interest Act, there is opportunity for reimbursement. He needed Council to direct administration to come back to Council with a bylaw. “This is quite an unfortunate situation,” Councillor Ron Rogers said, adding the court may have found Voakes not in Conflict of Interest, “however, I want to make it very clear, that in the court of the public opinion, both you gentlemen have done great harm to this Council in the past. In the court of public opinion, that won’t go away…I want to make it very clear that you

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have brought ridicule and shame to this Council over the last couple of years,” he said. He did support the motion. Councillor Larry Snively agreed with Rogers in that it is unfortunate the situation went as far as it did. “I have been sitting here for three-and-a-half years and seen a lot of friction. “I hate to tell ratepayers to their face, it is costing them $12,800 for lawyer fees,” Snively said. “And it’s a shame, it’s a shame, it’s a shame for people to act the way they did through the three-and-ahalf years. I hope to hell we can change it and move on. We have seven more months in this term left. “This Council has done some very good things, but I will tell you one thing, there’s been a lot of damage done.” Voakes said, “There comes a certain time and a certain place in your municipal governance... you got to stand up, you got to be responsible for your actions. I am committed to

Council, I am committed to administration, I am committed to the Town of Essex, that that Randy Voakes you know as a stern, firm Councillor is not going away...but my approaches are going to change.” The case was filed in regards to the September 5 Regular Council meeting, when the Integrity Commissioner presented his report that investigated claims against Voakes. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche had moved the recommendation in the report, that Voakes’s Council remuneration be suspended for two months, and Councillor Steve Bjorkman seconded it. After it was passed

unanimously, Voakes then went to speak, saying he had questions for the Integrity Commissioner. He later said he wanted to ask if he could appeal the decision or donate the money to charity. Councillor Bjorkman then called a Point of Order, saying the issue was done. McDermott agreed with Bjorkman, saying he had asked if there were any questions before the vote on the issue. Voakes and McDermott then argued as to whether or not Voakes should be allowed to speak to the issue. McDermott gave Voakes a verbal warning, then further asked him to leave the meeting. A recess was then taken.

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• ‘Getting it’ There are people who ‘get it,’ and there are people who either do not ‘get it,’ or, simply, do not care. What I mean by ‘it,’ is life, and how we are expected to act or treat others. I have never been one to conform to traditional ideas of how one should act. In fact, one of my biggest pet peeves is being told what to do, or really, having any tone spoken to me that is in any way condescending. I suppose most people also take issue with such behaviour. I like to think I am free-spirited, but that I choose to try and create good, although I am certain I can do better at that. I am human and often, when looking back at a situation, feel like I could have handled things better. Some residents in our community constantly inspire me to do more good and have a better, positive outlook. And, often those community members are in their youth. For whatever the reasons, there are individuals who put their own troubles aside to assist others. One

such example are the students involved with the Rotary Interact Club, which is based out of EDHS. This group of students continues to work on a list of projects throughout the school year to benefit either a local cause or the EDHS sister school in Maforeka. And, now that some of the dedicated group members are preparing to embark on their post-secondary journeys, they are trying to engage the local grade eight students to pass the torch of the group’s importance so the causes do not get forgotten about. This group of teens is also planning on hosting a huge flea market at the high school in May, and I hope they get a lot of response from potential vendors and support from the community. The first event is always the hardest to plan. Once a tradition can take hold, everything is more likely to fall into place for future events, and the community can come to know what to expect. It is always scary to start a new event. It takes time for community

members to take notice of what you are hosting as there is so much going on in every day lives. It’s more than just reaching out to residents, it’s about engaging them enough to get them to remember the date and time, and further, to make room in their own schedules to come out. I can appreciate the effort of any event planners, as when they go through so much effort for a cause, often they walk away with just that good feeling of doing a good deed for something near and dear to their hearts. I especially appreciate the efforts of our young persons who take on such challenges. They have so much distraction with school, planning their futures, part-time jobs, and keeping up with what is going on with friends, I am always impressed when our young people, through their actions of kindness, remind us all what is really important in life.

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Opinion... Ontario Federation of Agriculture OFA members weigh in on PAC discussion issues by Crispin Colvin, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Regular grassroots input from Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) members guides the direction of many of our organization’s priorities and policies, and most importantly member feedback strengthens OFA’s advocacy work. A recent survey asked OFA members for input on some key issues our Policy Advisory Council (PAC) is addressing. We asked members for feedback on fuel taxes, the upcoming provincial election and new restrictions on veterinary medicine use. Consulting with members is another way to help PAC focus on issues that are relevant and timely for Ontario farm businesses. More than 1,100 members took the online survey. The full results will be discussed at the April PAC meetings, and these are some of the highlights.

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• More than 80% of survey respondents use coloured diesel on their farms • More than 50% believe the price of coloured diesel is reasonable when compared to clear diesel after accounting for additional handling costs • 24% of survey respondents attend events to speak to local provincial election candidates to advocate for agriculture • More than 50% of survey respondents have an existing veterinarian-client-patient relationship • More than 10% of survey respondents live at least 50 km away from their local veterinarian PAC is an elected group that includes representatives from every county and every OFA agricultural organization member in Ontario. The group meets up to four times a year to help guide OFA’s policy and program development. The survey results will be reviewed and discussed as they relate to proposed regulatory changes that could impact Ontario farmers. Thank you to all OFA members who responded to the survey, your feedback is valuable and will help shape the direction of our advocacy efforts.

Letter to the Editor: Shouldn’t the Mayor pay for court costs? I would like to know why the taxpayer is on the hook for Essex Mayor Ron McDermott taking Councillor Randy Voakes to court. I don’t feel it was a taxpayer problem. It looks more like a personal vendetta. I’m glad Councillor Voakes didn’t have to pay for this circus out of his own pocket. Shouldn’t McDermott have paid the court cost and extra fees? Also, did the Mayor have a lawyer and did the taxpayer pay for his, too? How much money can this Council waste? Paul King Taxpayer

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Essex County Council notes for April 4

by Adam Gault Smart Cities Challenge Update Essex County Council received a report from the Manager of Corporate Communications and Accessibility, Renee Trombley, regarding an update to the County’s response to the Infrastructure Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge. The Smart Cities Challenge is a federal program open to all communities across Canada. The program will challenge communities to address local issues through a ‘smart cities’ approach, through the use of data and technology. Finalists in the competition will receive $250,000 towards developing their Smart Cities proposal, with winners receiving $10 million towards their design. The County has entered the competition in a joint venture with Windsor, as WindsorEssex. “We’ve reviewed regional data and have narrowed down the challenge statement to three high impact areas of focus,” Tremblay explained. “(Which include) poverty, health, and unemployment.” The public launch of the project took place on March 23, and is now in the public engagement phase, where residents are encouraged to provide feedback as to what areas of focus they want the project to explore. “(Residents) can submit a Smart City idea, or Smart Solution, and ask us a question, and stay informed,” Trombley said of the initiative. “We’ll bring back a report for Council once a challenge

statement has been formulized.” Residents of WindsorEssex can offer their ideas at smartwindsoressex. ca from now until the April 24 deadline. Essex Windsor EMS Defibrillator Replacement Essex County Council

is looking to replace its inventory of around 60 defibrillators after receiving a report during last Wednesday’s meeting. In a report from Bruce Krauter, Chief of EssexWindsor Emergency Medical Services, it was outlined that the region’s current inventory of

defibrillators are now reaching the end of their lifespan, and the purchase of new defibrillators will be needed to replace the current ones that were first put into service in 2012. The report highlighted several potential options for their replacement, with a recommendation

that the purchase of 60 new units be awarded to Physio Control, a division of Stryker Medical, for the total tender amount of nearly $2.3 million. This would also include the disposal of the current inventory of 55 Lifepak 15 defibrillators/monitors to EMS Surplus Canada

at a revenue of $440,000, plus HST. Financing for the purchase was included in the annual county budget, which also took into account the purchase of the new ambulances. The motion carried.

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Essex Knights of Columbus pass silver rose to Michigan State Council

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as part of the annual “Running of the Rose” relay, spent some time in Essex Centre recently. On the evening of Tuesday, April 3, members of the Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church Knights of Columbus (Council #3305) hosted a special ceremony to relay one of the roses to representatives of the Michigan State Knights of Columbus Council. Through this pilgrimage, the silver roses will make their

way through Canada and the US, before arriving at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Monterrey, Mexico for December 12. The arrival will be just in time for Our Lady of Guadalupe’s feast day. Essex Knights of Columbus Grand Knight, BJ Harrison, noted, to his knowledge, this is the first time a

rose exchange has taken place in Essex Centre. Knights of Columbus Ontario State Deputy Dan Heffernan said his branch received the rose around a month ago. He was pleased to take part in the ceremony where the rose was presented to the Michigan State Council. “It is a pleasure and honour to be here with Canadian counterparts to share the rose,” Michigan State Council State Deputy Kenneth Unterbrink added. This long-standing tradition has been an annual occurrence since 1960, when groups of Columbian Squires in Mexico, Canada, and the United States decided to honour Our Lady of Guadalupe, according to kofc.org. Since its inauguration, the program has expanded to include eight silver roses. The first rose was a natural flower. Silver was eventually chosen

as it is one of Mexico’s precious metals. The relay is done in honour of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Wikipedia notes Catholics believe the Virgin Mary appeared four times before peasant Juan Diego and once before his uncle. The first apparition is said to have occurred on the morning of December 9, 1531, at the Hill of Tepeyac. Mary asked for a church to be built at that site in her honour. The account was difficult for others to believe. On request of a sign, eventually Diego gathered flowers from the top of Tepeyac Hill. When he later approached the Archbishop, on December 12, the flowers, which were in his cloak, fell to the floor. The fabric is said to have the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

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staff and welcomes over 12,000 students to the grounds annually. Lisa Wacheski is the Curator and Manager of Education at the CTMHV. She said the Children’s Education Program is important as it offers a hands-on history lesson. Individuals who attended the pioneer education program in their youth often share stories of their experience with her. Wacheski describes the program as one-of-a-kind as it offers children a unique experience, which aids in teaching the school curriculum. She said CTMHV runs and develops new programs to further the children’s knowledge. “Our turnout wasn’t bad, we would’ve

liked more, but we have had this show before,” Wacheski said. “We have Crystal and Ryan come out once a year and it is always a lot of fun. They have a following and people love their performance. It’s not just country music, they are very interactive and they engage the audience.” Currently, the CTMHV is fundraising to put a new roof on the church Bethel United onsite. Looking ahead, the CTMHV is hosting its first cruise in of the year on April 19, before opening fully on May 1. For more information on CTMHV, or to learn about upcoming events, visit www.ctmhv.com.

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Heritage Committee working to list cemeteries, install more recognition plaques by Sylene Argent Members of the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee recently met to coordinate planning for the remainder of 2018. Rita Jabbour, who is

the Assistant Planner with the Town of Essex and is the liaison on this Committee, explained members have been busy planning, researching, and connecting with

the community to promote local heritage preservation as of late. Jabbour said, the Heritage Committee has worked to list 15 properties on the Heritage

CLEC receives grant to evaluate employment services

CLEC receives $27,400 to support an evaluation of its career services program.

by Adam Gault Community Living Essex County (CLEC) received funding on Wednesday, April 4, to support an independent study, undertaken by the University of Windsor, regarding its own Career Compass employment service. Supported through a $27,400 donation from Ontario’s Local Poverty Reduction Fund, and administered through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the study looked to evaluate the impact of Career Compass as an employment service for individuals living with disabilities, and the effectiveness of Career Compass when it comes to engaging potential employers on a business level, rather than as a social service. “We will document proven strategies that move people with disabilities toward meaningful employment within a diverse and inclusive workplace,” Executive Director of CLEC, Nancy Wallace-Gero, said. “This research will demonstrate the real shift occurring for people with disabilities, that is a shift away from unemployment, isolation, and poverty, to a real career, inclusion, and income security.” The study looked at both qualitative, and quantitative data in determining the impact on increasing social inclusion and income security for people with intellectual disabilities in the workforce. Interviews and questionnaires were completed with employees, employers, co-workers, and employee services partnered with Career Compass to

determine the effectiveness of the current model of the service. Kelly Carr, a PhD Candidate from the University of Windsor who developed the current study, said that employers’ attitudes towards hiring individuals with disabilities has changed for the positive in recent years. Where at one point in time, hiring an individual with a disability would have been seen as an act of charity, or a social corporate responsibility, employers are now beginning to see the importance of meaningful incorporation of these individuals into the labour force as a sort of “strength-based employment.” “This means the job seekers are marketed for their capacity to contribute to a workplace, to be an asset to that company for their strengths. We know that some high-profile companies are already realizing the ability of people with disabilities to contribute to the workplace and have actually spoke of employees with a disability as an untapped talent pool of employees,” Carr explained. “They have realized that these employees are more dependable, have a very close attention to detail, high productivity, better attendance. This is just some of the preliminary research that is out here that is supporting marketing people with a disability for their strengths and assets to the workplace.” Full details on the CLEC’s Career Compass can be found online at communitylivingessex.org

Register, which is a mechanism instituted in the Ontario Heritage Act to identify properties that have cultural heritage value. Properties that are listed must be Councilapproved for inclusion on the Municipal Heritage Register. St. Clement Church in McGregor was one of those heritage listings, based on its cultural importance to McGregor. The Heritage Committee, in that time, has approached owners of properties they felt had historical significance to solicit interest in the listing process. All listed properties are viewable online at essex.ca, under the Heritage Planning Register. In February, The Heritage Committee hosted a number of events that highlighted the past in celebration of Heritage Week. It also offered a history-themed colouring book for local youth to enjoy and from which they could learn. The colouring books were a big hit, she said. They also reached out to students in grades six through twelve to submit creative pieces, celebrating history, in the forms of poetry, essays, short stories, art, music, etc. Though this program was not as successful as hoped, Jabbour is optimistic it will be next year. The Committee will give more notice to the

schools next year in hopes that it will solicit more interest. In an effort to engage more students with their community’s past, the Heritage Committee hopes to implement heritagethemed walks with the PA day programming the Town offers through the Community Services Department. In 2016, the Heritage Committee introduced the Heritage Plaque program. This program is expected to continue this year. This year, the Committee is hoping to place a plaque in Harrow to recognize its history before the annual Harrow Fair, and perhaps one in the Colchester Community Centre to recognize the history of the lighthouse, in advance of the fishing derby. After reading about abandoned cemeteries in the region, the Heritage Committee has started investigating such properties within the Municipality of Essex. “We’ve re-opened the cemetery file,” Jabbour said. One such cemetery she said the Committee would like to see work on is the AME cemetery, located on County Road 12, which was once part of the former community of New Canaan. Delos Rogest Davis is buried there, who was one of the first black lawyers of Canada, Jabbour said. Challenges include that

is not owned by the Town, so the Committee is trying to reach out the AME church. All together, there are around five cemeteries within the Town of Essex the Heritage Committee is looking at right now. When a property is designated, Jabbour said, it becomes eligible for funds under our heritage grant program which can assist with rehabilitation of the cultural resources. “This really benefits private property owners like those who own St. Marks or Central Grove [Cemeteries].” It is also hoping to help come up with an idea of what should be done to the Colchester Schoolhouse, which the Town owns, but is currently unused. On May 31, beginning at 6 p.m. at the McGregor Community Centre, the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee will host a presentation with the Marsh Collection of Amherstburg. This group has collected articles from old copies of newspapers to compile information about Amherstburg and McGregor. The event will begin with a tour of the recently listed St. ClementsChurch. The Heritage Committee would also like to plan a presentation this fall to recognize the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI.

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Badge-earning Beaver collects over 300 items for Food Bank Photo submitted

submitted to EFP With eyes set on earning the North Star award through the local scouting program, eight-year old Lucas Mallia,

one of the Beavers in the 3rd Essex group, recently organized a donation drive to benefit the Essex Food Bank. Mallia was able exceed his goal of

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gathering 50 items, thanks to support from family and friends. Last Thursday, he proudly forwarded 328 non-perishable items to the Essex Area Food Bank, where volunteers will distribute them to local individuals and families facing economically stressful times. The North Star Award is a big project a Beaver can choose to do before moving up to Cubs. It is a Community project of the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice that combines five hours of community service with having to obtain five Outdoor Adventure Skills, which are badges that have levels one through nine in 9 different categories. Once earned, the badge can be worn on the scouterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uniform for any future sections in which they participate. Mallia choose to organize a food drive to earn his badge. He asked his classmates, scouting group, family members, and friends to help so he could get as many donations as he could.

To get a sense of the need at the Food Bank, the young scouter took part in a trip to the local food distributing organization. While there, he met Gerry, a volunteer, who explained what items the Food Bank collects, how the items are distributed, and what types of items the Food Bank is often low on, which is typically tuna and canned fruit. With a better understanding of where the food goes once he collects it, and how it helps the community, Mallia set out to garner as much support as he could. Mallia was happy with how his food collection turned out and was thankful with how much he was able to collect. He would like to do host another food collection in the future that will not be linked to earning a badge. The 3rd Essex Scouting group meets at Essex United Church on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

How chores are beneficial to children

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make your bed.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clean up the toys.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take out the garbage.â&#x20AC;? Parents routinely utter these phrases and others to their children. Children can be adept at procrastinating in regard to their chores. Parents must be diligent when introducing children to age-appropriate chores because they can help youngsters grow up into well-rounded and knowledgeable individuals. By giving children responsibilities, kids feel like full participants in the family. In fact, Harvard Grant study researchers identified love and worth ethic as things all people need in order to be happy and successful. For children who do not work outside of the home, chores can instill a work ethic that helps them be happy and successful. Each child matures at a different pace, but many kids can manage the most common household chores when they reach certain ages. Here are some tips that make navigating kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; chores a little easier. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require perfection. A child may not immediately perform a chore as well as an adult or adhere strictly to a parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specifications. For kids to learn from the experience and be encouraged to continue, parents need to be a little more flexible when judging how kids perform their chores. Yelling that the job wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t done up to snuff may set kids up for failure, compelling them to throw in the towel prematurely. â&#x20AC;˘ Even young kids are old enough for chores. The family resource Focus on the Family, says that children as young as two or three can start to help with chores. Assisting with making beds or picking up toys can be a great place to start. Children can be allowed to get dressed with minimal parental help or choose daily outfits as they reach school age. Children can help with cleaning, laundry and other tasks by the time they reach middle school age. â&#x20AC;˘ Give a lot of praise. Praise kids as they are performing their chores and reward this good behavior. The goal is for parents to build positive momentum, especially for young children. â&#x20AC;˘ Be consistent. Stick to a chore schedule and remind children tasks must be completed in adherence to that schedule. Assigning kids a chore one week and then not another may discourage kids from accepting the responsibility of chores. â&#x20AC;˘ Hold them accountable. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to spoil children by giving in to everything they desire and not expecting enough of them in return. To ensure their children can function independently in the outside world, parents have to instill a sense of accountability in their youngsters. Chores can help do just that. Chores can help children grow up to become responsible, hardworking adults.

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Many homeowners are eager to step outdoors upon the return of warm weather. Outdoor living spaces have grown in popularity as more and more homeowners embrace opportunities to entertain and lounge around in their yards. Outdoor entertaining areas can be great, but such spaces may go unused when summer sun makes it uncomfortable to spend time outdoors. But a retractable awning can change all that. Homeowners often find awnings can be worthwhile investments that can be beneficial both inside and outside of the home. Increase usable yard space Awnings can create privacy and establish boundaries for outdoor living areas. Place an awning over a deck, tables

and chairs, or an entire patio area. Some people like to install awnings over a portion of their pools to provide shade for those who want to escape the sun’s rays. Motorized awnings can be retracted with the push of a button, which can help homeowners with physical limitations. Protect against sun damage Awnings provide excellent protection against sun damage, as they can shield outdoor furniture from direct sunlight, helping to reduce the chances for discolouration or fading.

Reduce air conditioning costs In addition to shading outdoor living areas, smaller awnings can be placed over southern- and western-facing windows, shielding interiors against the sun’s rays. In turn, this may reduce reliance on air conditioners. Expand gardening possibilities Some plants require very specific light conditions to grow. Awnings can protect shade-loving plants from harsh sunlight and filter the sun for plants that require indirect light. They can be placed over

a patio container garden or permanent garden structure. Add value for buyers For those who may be selling their homes soon, awning may help them receive top dollar. Today’s buyers want houses that have attractive and functional exteriors, and an awning can provide that competitive advantage over similar homes in the neighbourhood. When renovating outdoor areas, homeowners should not overlook awnings that can make outdoor living spaces more livable.

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Decorating small spaces Warm weather often inspires renewed vigor in decorating or organizing a home. People who live in apartments, small homes or condos or those who have embraced the “tiny house” movement must rely on clever decorating to maximize their spaces. Here are some ideas when space is at a premium. • Go vertical. Utilize vertical space, such as lights hung on a wall beside a bed instead of lamps on a nightstand or bookshelves and other shelving to keep items off of the floor. • Bench seating: Benches can provide more seating when entertaining guests and also can be moved to the living room or elsewhere as needed. Place a small bench in a foyer and put some wicker bins

beneath for storage. • Utilize natural light. Rooms that have ample light can seem more spacious. Pull up blinds (or skip them if privacy isn’t an issue) and use the sunshine to help spaces appear more airy.

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Complete these home improvements over the weekend

Home improvement projects ramp up when the weather warms up, as homeowners channel the rejuvenating feelings of spring and tackle their home to-do lists. Largescale renovations can greatly affect a home, but smaller projects can yield impressive results and be completed over the course of a single weekend. If time is of the essence, these weekend or one-day projects may satisfy homeowners’ desires to fix up their homes. • Create an accent wall. Painting a focal wall in a home can create a serious impact. The bonus is it will not take as long or require as many materials as painting an entire room. Accent walls frequently feature a bold color, so decide on placement and tackle this project in less than a day. • Install stair runners. Dress up hardwood stairs with decorative carpet runners. Runners come in elongated pieces of carpeting or individual pieces that can be placed on each step. If carpeting doesn’t fit with the home’s design, painting individual stair treads also can create visual appeal. • Dress up the entryway. An entryway is a guest’s first impression of a home. Many entryways can use a minor overhaul, both inside and outside. Paint the front door a different color so it pops from the curb. Install a new mailbox or decorative house numbers. A new welcome mat can change the look as well. Inside, consider laying a new floor. Resilient vinyl tiles come in many different patterns and can mimic the look of wood, travertine or marble. Installing a floor can take a day or two. • Install a new faucet. Instantly improve a kitchen or a bathroom with new fixtures. New faucets can provide aesthetic appeal and low-flow faucets can help conserve water. • Create a gallery on the staircase. Gather and arrange framed photos, artwork or wall accents so that they ascend the wall of a staircase. This creates a designer touch and can dress up an often barren area of wall space. • Install a fresh light fixture. Improve drab spaces with a little illumination. Better Homes & Gardens suggests replacing an existing fixture with something new and vibrant. If hanging a new fixture is not within one’s skill set, free-standing table or floor lamps also can cast a new glow on a space. • Add molding. Molding can add instant aesthetic appeal to a room. Molding is appropriate near the floor, at the top of walls where they meet the ceiling, or even mid-wall as a chair rail. Some homeowners like to create framed molding on walls in formal living spaces. • Update kitchen or bathroom hardware. Replacing hardware is a fast and easy project, but one that can have immediate impact. Swap out tired or outdated hardware for newer brushed metals and more impactful shapes and designs. Home renovations do not need to take weeks or months. Many projects can be completed over the course of a weekend. metrocreativeconnection.com

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3 ways to use your lawn to improve curb appeal

Returns on home improvement projects vary. In its annual Cost vs. Value Report, Remodeling magazine notes the projects that yield the best returns on investment in a given year. But a host of factors, including the type of market (buyers’

or sellers’) and the region where the home is being sold, ultimately combine to determine if homeowners’ investments in home improvement projects will provide the returns they were hoping for. Though there’s no way

of guaranteeing a home improvement project will yield a great return, real estate professionals often cite improving curb appeal as an excellent way to attract prospective buyers and potentially get the asking price or more when selling the home. Improving curb appeal makes even more sense in today’s real estate market, when many people do their own searching via real estate websites such as Trulia or Zillow. When using such sites, buyers

will likely be less inclined to click on a listing if exterior photos of the property are not eyecatching. Various projects, including tending to lawns and gardens, can improve curb appeal. An added benefit to focusing on landscaping to improve curb appeal is it promotes spending time outdoors in spring and summer. In addition, many lawnand garden-related home improvement projects need not require professional expertise. 1. Maintain a lush green lawn. Lawns that fall into disrepair may not give buyers a correct impression about how homeowners maintained their homes. Lawns with multiple dead spots and grass that appears more brown than green may lead many buyers to assume that the home’s interior was equally ill-cared for. Maintaining lush green lawns is not as difficult as it may seem. Applying fertilizer and aerating at the appropriate times of

year (this varies by region) can promote strong roots and healthy soil, making it easier for grass to survive harsh conditions like drought. When watering in summer, do so in early morning or evening so as little water is lost to evaporation as possible. 2. Address brown patch. Even well-maintained lawns can fall victims to brown spots. According to the lawn care professionals at TruGreen, lawns in regions with hot temperatures and high humidity can be infected with brown patch, a common lawn disease that is caused by fungus, which can produce circular areas of brown, dead grass surrounded by narrow, dark rings. Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences notes that removing dew that collects on grass leaves each morning, which can be accomplished by mowing or dragging a water hose across affected areas, can be an effective way to reduce brown patch. Homeowners without much lawn care

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experience can consult professional landscapers to address the issue. But those looking to sell their properties should note that buyers often walk the grounds of homes they are considering buying. So addressing any issues on the lawn should be a priority for sellers. 3. Confine dogs to certain areas. Dog owners may want to let their pets roam free in their yards. But homeowners about to put their properties up for sale may want to confine their four-legged friends to certain areas. That’s because dog urine can be high in nitrogen. Nitrogen itself is not harmful to lawns, but in high concentrations it can contribute to yellow or brown spots. Also, highly acidic dog urine may even adversely affect pH levels in the soil. Curb appeal can go a long way toward helping homeowners sell their homes, and a lush lawn can be used to catch the eye of prospective buyers.

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How empty-nesters can transform their homes there is at least a queen-sized bed and a dresser or chest of drawers to stash belongings. Select paint colors and linens in neutral tones so the room will be inviting to guests. • Living room redo: When there’s an entire soccer team coming over to hang out, that large sectional sofa or modular seating may be ideal. Now that the kids are out of the house and their friends are no longer coming over for movie night, living rooms can be made more intimate with small-scale seating. A small sofa and two comfortable chairs may be a more fitting option. • At-home gym: Save on gym membership fees by building a mini studio right at home. Choose one of the larger bedrooms and then fill it with some fitness equipment, such as an elliptical trainer, a bench press bench and some free weights. Store rolled-up mats in the closet for yoga or Pilates sessions.

An empty bedroom can be turned into a cozy sitting room.

After bringing home a bubbly baby boy or girl, it can be hard for parents to imagine that a day will come when their kids are off to college and then onto their own apartment or house. After spending decades nurturing and caring for children, parents are then left with a suddenly quiet house and probably much more time to spare. If saying goodbye to the kids also means extra house, there’s the option to downsize or make that extra space more useful. Homeowners who choose to stay put can renovate vacant rooms into spaces

that meet their newfound needs. • Hobby haven: If you’ve always meant to set up a crafting room, homebrewing station or an artist’s studio, now is an ideal time to do just that. Figure out which supplies you will need and begin reworking that former bedroom into a new sanctuary for leisure interests. • Guest suite: If you’ve never had a spare bedroom to entertain guests, a child’s former bedroom can fit the bill. It may not be that difficult to transform such spaces into relaxing and inviting rooms for overnight guests. Be sure

Did you know? Spring cleaning is a ritual that many people participate in as the last vestiges of winter disappear. Spring cleaning is a time to open windows, deep clean rooms and closets and take down and launder window treatments and linens. Others use spring cleaning as a time to sort and donate or discard clutter that might have accumulated over the winter. Even though spring

cleaning seems like a modern invention, the act of spring cleaning is believed to have originated centuries ago. Some say that the ancient Chinese cleaned in preparation for their New Year as they hoped to wipe away any bad luck and misfortune from the previous year. Similarly, the ancient Hebrew practice of thoroughly cleansing a home before the springtime feast of

Passover may have evolved into the spring cleaning we know today. Another possible connection is the tradition of “shaking the house clean” in Iran. Iranians celebrate Now Rouz (Persian New Year) with many different rituals, one of which involves buying new clothes and cleaning every corner of the family home to signify renewal. metrocreativeconnection.com

• Expanded bathroom: If space has always been at a premium in the bathroom, borrow area from an empty bedroom and turn it into a spa. Install a soaking tub separate from the shower, and fill the room with other amenities, such as a warming lamp or even a small sauna. • Home office: Working from home a few days a week may be more plausible when nearing retirement, as it will be a smoother transition from heading to the office each day to spending more time at home. Turn a bedroom or den into an office space with a new desk and bookshelves. An empty nest can be a bittersweet experience, but parents can make such situations work for them by transforming their homes to better reflect their current needs. metrocreativeconnection.com

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Use renovations to create healthier homes

Home renovation projects are done for several different reasons, whether to update styles, repair damaged or broken items or to achieve more living space.

More than ever before, homeowners are choosing improvement projects geared toward making their homes healthier. Establishing a healthy home means different

things to different people. For example, to an environmentalist, a healthy home may incorporate eco-friendly or green products. To those with young children

or mobility-impaired seniors, a healthy home may be one free from potential hazards. Others may view a healthy home as one that alleviates allergies. The World Health Organizations says inadequate housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, radon, urban pollution, and moisture issues, can contribute to many preventable diseases and injuries - especially respiratory problems, nervous system disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. Furthermore, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ranks indoor air quality as a top five environmental risk to public health. EPA studies have found that indoor air pollution levels were roughly two to five times greater than outdoor pollution levels. People interested in making their homes healthier can embrace these renovations and lifestyle changes. • Be aware of furniture materials. Toxic PBDEs, which are chemicals used as flame retardants on furniture fabrics produced prior to 2006, can send toxins into the air. Some manufacturers may still use these flame retardants in new forms, but with similar risks. Before purchasing furniture, ask

if a product is treated, and select naturally fireresistant materials like wool and cotton. • Lighten up. Lighting is often underappreciated but can have a dramatic impact on whether a home feels inviting, warm and/ or uplifting. Experiment with different types of bulbs and lighting fixtures to turn drab and dreary environments into brighter places. Lighting may improve mood and productivity. • Let the sun shine in. Modify window treatments to let more sunlight into the house. There is evidence that the sun, particularly UV light, is a potent bactericide. The Sunlight Institute advises that there’s no harm in letting natural sunlight do its work, as bacteria within eight feet of low-intensity UV light can be killed in 10 minutes. • Inspect and service wood-burning appliances. A study published in the American Journal of Respiratory Cell and Molecular Biology has

found regular inhalation of wood smoke limits immune activity and function, and anyone who burns wood indoors should be aware of these potential health risks. Ensuring proper ventilation of smoke and routinely cleaning the chimney can help cut down on particulate matter. • Turn to nontoxic cleaning products, pesticides and insecticides. Always opt for nontoxic, natural products when cleaning in and around the house. • Declutter the home. A cluttered, hectic space can affect emotions and mental state, never mind attracting dust and making a home harder to clean. Spending time in spaces that do not elicit stressful feelings is healthier and can help residents to rest and recharge. Making a home healthier can be on the list of this year’s renovation plans.

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Prepare HVAC systems for warmer days ahead The arrival of a new season can be an exciting time. Homeowners may have renewed vigor to start home renovation projects or even tackle some cleaning and organization tasks. Before the weather starts to warm up too much, homeowners may want to evaluate their home cooling needs and ensure that all equipment is in good working order. Spring air conditioning inspections and tuneups are essential steps in system performance. Homeowners should not take for granted that a system that performed optimally last year will do so this year when temperatures climb. Various factors, including weather damage, dust and grime, mechanical wear and tear, and even rodent or insect infestations, can compromise HVAC systems. Since HVAC systems have so many moving parts, a thorough inspection of such systems can save headaches and money down the road. According to Heating Ontario, the extreme weather conditions that come along with fall and winter can be especially taxing on homes and the systems that keep them comfortable. During a spring visit, an HVAC technician will perform maintenance on the air conditioner and make sure it is ready for the heat of summertime. This maintenance may include cleaning the unit, checking controls, calibrating the thermostat, lubricating moving parts, checking refrigerant levels, tightening electrical connections, and clearing any clogs. Homeowners are urged to also change the filter at the start of the cooling season. Correcting any issues in the HVAC system well in advance of the arrival of warm weather can help ensure comfort when air conditioning is needed. As an added advantage, homeowners should install programmable thermostats if they do not already have them to keep cooling as cost- and energy-efficient as possible. metrocreativeconnection.com

Minimize dust while renovating Even though dust is ever-present both inside and outside of a home, when renovations are in full swing, dusty conditions are often exacerbated. Whether a home is new or old, numerous substances can be stirred up when removing walls, refinishing floors, removing tile, or expanding living spaces. These include silica from drywall, lead, asbestos, paint particles, and even waste from bugs or rodents. Homeowners who want to remodel with minimal construction debris floating through the air both for health purposes and general cleanliness may find these proactive steps helpful. • Prepare dustcontainment plans. If a contractor is involved, it is often his or her responsibility to minimize dust. Do-it-yourselfers must make dust containment a priority. Protecting the floor and keeping the dust confined only to work areas can be achieved with plastic sheeting and other barriers. • Designate an entrance

and exit. The experts at This Old House say it is best to choose one doorway as the only means in and out of a work area. Ideally, this doorway should lead to the outdoors. All other doorways should be sealed on both sides. • Remove extraneous items. It’s best to remove clutter from the room, including any furniture that can be taken out of the space. This helps items from becoming dirty and hazardous particles from settling into nooks and crannies. • Close vents and registers. If forced air systems are part of the home, it’s best to divert air away from the work area. Block vents and intake registers so that dust does not clog the system or transfer to other rooms. • Cut items outside. Design advice site Houzz says that some power tools have vacuum extractors to suck up dust at the point of contact, removing 90 percent of dust where it is generated. For those who do not have access to these tools, cutting and sanding can be done outdoors to keep dust outside. • Open a window. If weather permits, an open window can provide ventilation. Another idea

is to create an air vacuum in the work area. Picking a window at the far end of the work area and mounting a window fan blowing outward can suck dust out and away from other areas of the house. • Clean up daily. By keeping on top of dust,

including sweeping and vacuuming the work area frequently, dust will not accumulate and migrate elsewhere. Dust is a common side effect of home renovation projects, but it can be minimized.

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Choosing materials for decking Warm weather often gives rise to thoughts about spending time in the great outdoors. Decks can expand outdoor living spaces, making them popular home additions. However, when it comes time to map out a deck building plan, individuals

may be unsure as to which deck material will meet their needs. Wood and composite decks are among the most popular choices today, and the popularity of aluminum is growing steadily. Wood Wood is a versatile and

attractive decking material. According to the wood resource Real Cedar, some people think that wood is too expensive and requires too much maintenance. In fact, domestic softwoods can be very costeffective decking options. According to Remodeling Magazine’s “Cost vs. Value” report, wood decks retain considerable resale value. In terms of maintenance, choosing a rot-resistant wood can result in less maintenance. Durable woods include cedar and redwood. Popular Mechanics says both species contain tannins and oils that make them naturally resistant to decay, rot and voracious insects. Periodic cleaning and inspection/repairs will be needed, but wood can be much more durable than people may think.

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Composite Composite decking and its close cousin, plastic lumber, are some of the fastest-growing decking materials on the market. Many products are made from polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride. Some composites will be comprised of recycled plastic and wood fibers to create a weather- and stain-resistant material that doesn’t warp, rot or splinter. Composite manufacturers continually experiment with manufacturing processes to duplicate the look of natural wood grain. Homeowners are often drawn to composite

decking because such decks require little maintenance. These decks do not need to be sanded, stained or refinished. However, mold and mildew can grow in shady, damp areas, so homeowners must realize that these products are not completely maintenancefree. Aluminum Although aluminum decks are not seen that often, there are reasons why this decking material is becoming more popular. According to LockDry®, a manufacturer of aluminum decking materials, powercoated aluminum does not need to be replaced due to

rotting, cracking or warped boards. Most planks have interlocking edges that create gap-free, watertight decks. Aluminum also has the advantage of being a very strong but lightweight material. Some people may think that aluminum decks would be hot underfoot, but the material actually stays cooler in the sun because of its heatdissipation properties. For those who have green goals in mind, aluminum is totally recyclable. Various decking materials can meet the look, price point and maintenance level homeowners desire. metrocreativeconnection.com

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April Pool’s Day teaches water safety by Sylene Argent The importance of water safety was reiterated on Saturday, April 7 at the annual April Pool’s event, hosted by the Town of Essex, at the Essex Aquatics Centre. Five Water Smart® safety stations were setup in the foyer of the Essex Aquatics Centre to teach area youths water safety tips and drowning prevention. At the stations, participants were

able to collect stamps for a chance to win prizes. “The biggest message we want to push is safety around water before we open our pools,” Jason Jolicoeur said, who is the Assistant Manager of Programming at the Aquatics Centre. One initiative stressed during the event, Jolicoeur added, was the Lifesaving Society’s “On Guard” program, which has one person

on duty on the sidelines, watching everyone swim. That supervisor carries a lanyard, which indicates someone is supervising. This year’s educational workshop was held in conjunction with the Lifesaving Society and Essex Fire & Rescue Services. Firefighters onsite shared important fire safety tips, encouraged youth to implement an escape plan with their families, and offered a

Strategies to get kids to exercise

Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. That’s not just true for adults, but for children and teenagers as well. Parents concerned about their kids living sedentary lives may have more to worry about than they know. According to a 2017 study published in the journal Preventive Medicine that analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination survey from 2003-2004 and 20052006, 19-year-olds spent as much time being inactive and sedentary as 60-year-olds. Getting kids to be more active may be especially difficult for today’s parents, who must contend with the internet, social media, tablets, smartphones, and other distractions as they try to encourage their kids to unplug and spend more time being physically active. But parents can try various strategies to

get kids off the couch and exercising. • Set a positive example. Kids, especially young children, often try to emulate their parents. Parents can capitalize on kids’ desire to be like mom and dad by exercising in front of their children. Young children may not be ready to lift weights or run on the treadmill, but parents can embrace kid-friendly exercises, such as walking and cycling. Invite kids along for daily bike rides or go for family walks around the neighborhood after dinner. • Park the car. Kids don’t need to know they’re exercising in order to be more physically active. In lieu of driving to the bank or pharmacy, parents can leave the car at home and ride their bikes alongside their children when running errands. If possible, parents can walk youngsters to and from school rather than driving them.

• Choose friendfriendly activities. Adults employ the buddy system as a means to motivate themselves to keep exercising, and that same principle can apply to children, who might be more excited about physical activity if their friends are joining them. Team sports provide chances to exercise with friends, as do organizations like the Boy Scouts of America and the Girl Scouts of America. But even inviting a child’s friend along on a family hike or bike ride may make such activities more fun for kids. • Give gifts that encourage physical activity. Kids might want the latest device or video game for their birthdays, but parents also can give gifts that encourage youngsters to be physically active. Bicycles, rollerblades, ice skates, and sports equipment are just a handful of potential gifts that may compel kids to exercise more. Childhood obesity is a significant problem, with the 2015-2016 NHANES reporting that 20.6 percent of youths between the ages of 12 and 19 were obese. Getting kids off the couch and exercising more often can help reduce those figures and ensure healthier futures for kids of all ages. metrocreativeconnection.com

Ryan and Olivia were two of the many youth participants who learned about water and fire safety at the annual April Pools event, which was held at the Essex Aquatics Centre on Saturday.

tour of a fire truck. In addition, CPR Level ‘C’ training was offered for a nominal fee. Proceeds earned from the donations made at the event, such as through the free barbeque lunch, will be forwarded to the Lifesaving Society

drowning prevention campaign. Saturday offered a great opportunity to reach many

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PRAYER TO the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You who makes me see everything and who shows me the way to reach my ideals. You who gives me the Divine Gift to forgive and forget all that is done to me, and you who are in all the instances of my life with me. I, in this short dialogue, want to thank you for everything, and conﬁrm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you & my loved ones in your perpetual glory. A person may pray this prayer 3 consecutive days without asking for their wish. It will be granted no matter how diﬃcult it may be, and promise to publish this dialogue, as soon as your favor has been granted. With Grateful thanks D.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE: May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, gloriﬁed, loved & preserved throughout the world now and forever, Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us, St. Jude worker of miracles pray for us. St. Jude helper of the hopeless pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. By the eighth day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail, never. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude for Prayers answered. With Grateful thanks D.

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FromThe Heart Congratulations Alanna Sauve! As a Youth troop Cancer Awareness commi ee member for Alanna’s 4 years at St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary school, Alanna led a mo vated commi ee of students to execute the first “Relay for Life” event at the high school in June 2017. This Relay for Life event was a great event and successfully raised $41.550 for Cancer research. The Canadian Cancer Society recently recognized Alanna with “Celebra ng Impact in Community Youth Leadership award.” Alanna will be taking on a leadership role in the upcoming Community Relay for Life at Colasan ’s June 8th, 2018. Congratula ons ALANNA! ☺

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NELSON, Marion (nee Srigley) - In loving memory of Marion Nelson age 84 who passed away peacefully with family by her side on April 5, 2018 after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Cherished wife and best friend of Doug for 67 years. Predeceased by parents Dwight and Leapha Srigley. Lovingly remembered by her children Gary (Pauline), Dave (Ellen), Keith (Sue) and Lorie (Rob). She will be sadly missed by 15 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Sister of Kay Wall, Don Srigley and the late Ilene Ames. Special thank you to Shelley Raymond for her support and kind words as well as to the wonderful staﬀ at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The visitation and Life Celebration Service for Marion was at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Donations may be made to the Erie Shores Health Foundation (Erie Shores Hospice). You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. _________________________________________________

PALENCHAR, Michael Robert - Surrounded by family by his side on April 7, 2018 at 88 years of age. Beloved husband of Margaret with whom he celebrated 64 years of marriage. Loving father of Deborah (Gary) Thompson, Mike (Dawna), Mark (Margreet), Patrick and Daniel. Son of the late Mike (1964) and Anna (1986). Treasured grandpa of Ryan (Luciana) Thompson, Kyle (Tiﬀany) Thompson, Justin (Christine) Palenchar and Nicole Palenchar. Brother of the late Helen (Paul) Dureno, Grace (Tom) Hogan and Margaret (Bill) Rice. Brotherin-law of the late Steve (Reta-living) Peters and the late Shirley (Vince) Lapico. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Michael retired from Chrysler Canada after 42 years of dedicated service. He was a long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch – 201 Essex; member of St. Mary’s Parish and the Knights of Columbus # 9226; former member of the Sun Parlour Barbershop Choir. Special thanks to Dr. Child for taking care of our father for over 50 years as well as to Country Village HCC for all your care and support. Michael is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-7767378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Friday, April 13, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Parish and Knights of Columbus prayers Friday at 3 p.m. Legion Service Friday 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, family and friends are invited to meet at St. Mary’s Parish (County Rd. 34 in Maidstone) after 10 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 201 Poppy Fund. You may send your condolence online at www.kennedyfh.com.

What’s Going On... APRIL 2018  THE WONDERBROADS PASTA DINNER  Every Wednesday in April at Riverside Sportsman Club (10835 Riverside Dr. E.) www.wonderbroads.org. APRIL 15  ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING  at 1:30pm at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave. Orchid sale, orchid growing supplies, etc. APRIL 17  ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  from 1 - 7pm. Essex Centre Sports Complex, Shaheen Room (60 Fairview Ave. W.) Walk-Ins Welcome! www.blood.ca. APRIL 20  BINGO at Bethel Maidstone at 7:00pm. Canned goods for admission. APRIL 21 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING  9a.m. at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven. For more info, call: 519-738-3476. APRIL 21 - SMORGASBORD SUPPER  at Trinity Anglican Church, Cottam, 4:306:30pm. APRIL 25  ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING - at Essex Retirees’ Club at 7:30pm. Speaker Louie Fiorine; Monarch butterﬂies experience. APRIL 26  HARROW COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE - Portuguese Camoes Club of Harrow, 390-398 Sinasac St W, Harrow. From 2-7pm. - www.blood.ca. APRIL 28  GARAGE, BAKE SALE - with a light lunch at Bethel Maidstone from 9am -1pm. APRIL 28  ANNUAL YARD AND BAKE SALE at St Paul’s Anglican Church (92 St Paul Street, Essex) 9am - 1pm. Call: 519-776-7711, for more details. JUNE 9  5TH ANNUAL WINE TOUR presented by Essex Community Services. To register & for more info, email: ecs@essexcs.on.ca or drop by 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings on the last Wednesday of every month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens @ 6:30 p.m. All welcome. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.

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April 28th from 9am - 1pm; keep us in mind as you are doing your Spring Cleaning! Thrive Dinner is on April 29th at 5 pm. at Essex United Church. This is an opportunity for families to gather and enjoy food, fellowship, and conversation about the struggles and challenges of parenting and growing up at this time. Our Crafters Market is back for 2018! The ﬁrst one of the year will takes place on Saturday, May 12th from 10am - 2pm. Call 519-980-4942 for table rentals. Please visit our website at www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at oﬃce@stpaulstrinity.org.

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Our SA Connections program runs Tuesdays from 10 -1 and is a free community program for men and women. On April 17th, our program is about clowns. Stay afterwards for an interesting Bible Study on Revelation, led by Major Shirley Roberts at 1 p.m. Please note on your calendar that Messy Church is Thursday, April 26th at 5:45 -7:30. Our next movie night is Sunday, April 29th at 6p.m. The deadline for application forms to sign up for the Senior’s Rally in London is Friday, May 4th. Birthday Sunday is April 29th and Quarter Cards are still available for our Partners in Mission fundraising. Major Sam Roberts leads Family Worship Sundays at 10:30a.m. Please join us and stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service.

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Thank you to the Easter Bunny (Roni), who made an appearance after Mass with loads of candy for everyone! St. Vincent de Paul Society is in urgent need of clothing. Please drop oﬀ your donations in the SVDP bin located in the church parking lot. Our Mission Group will have a loonie and toonie collection at Mass on April 15th. Our outreach project with our Family of Parishes is at Gleaners in Leamington. It will take place on Wednesday, April 18th from 8:30 - 11:30a.m. Fr. Bill Kornacker’s 50th Anniversary of his Ordination takes place on May 27th with Mass at 11a.m. at St. Mary’s. If you are in Grade 3 and older and would like to become an Altar Server, please see Fr. Gerry Campeau. Our sympathies and prayers go to the Palencar family on the passing of Mike. 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 10:00 am as we welcome Dr. Simon du Toit, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with a Luncheon of soup and sandwiches. GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday at 6:30 - 8:00 pm. All girls and boys from Grade 1 - 8 are invited to attend. Come for fun and fellowship, as we get to know each other and the Lord through bible studies and games. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Jay spoke on, “Reigning in Life,” with the sub-title, “Reigning like the Father through serving like Jesus.” Young Adults meet on Saturday, April 14th at 7pm at ACM. Kingdom Living Classes are on Wednesdays at 7pm. Change Your Story, Change Your Life with Pastor Jay and The Secret Place with Pastor Gerrie. Building Oﬀering is on Sunday, April 29th. Restoration House Healing Rooms are open on Saturdays from 9am-12pm at ACM. For more information, visit our website at www. acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed!

Keep Debby, Doug, Erin, Sandy, Christina, Jim, Sal, Craig, Roman, and Cecile in your prayers. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of John & Genevieve Souillere, given by their daughter, Gerry Lester. The Thank You Bank for this month will be donated to the World Wildlife Fund. Plan on joining us at our Smorgasbord, which will be held Saturday, April 21, from 4:30 to 6:30. We have not had our Smorgasbord for a few years. We are looking forward to some good food and fellowship! Join us Sunday’s at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome! Golden Years Golf Report Last Thursday, 41 golfers delivered a strong performance, dropping 81 aces. Leading the ace parade, with seven, was Lloyd Honey. Sinking five holes-in-one over 18 holes helped Lloyd Honey to deliver top scores of 15 and 16 over 9 holes, 31 for 18 holes and 69 over 36 holes. A low score of 227, over 36 holes, put Team Jacks (Al Rutter, Tom Hyatt, Lloyd Honey) in first place on the day. Team 2 (Mary Anne Vickery, Bill Taylor, Bob Martin) landed in second spot and third place went to Team 10 (Andy Orsini, Murray Cascadden, Mike Binder). New players/seniors are welcome each Thursday, 9:30 am at Colasanti’s for this non-competitive gathering of seniors who continue to prove that ‘You are never too old’. For information, please contact Lloyd at 519-324-1513 . Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United A joint worship service will take place at Cottam United Church at 9:30am on Sunday, April 15th. We will join another area church for a special service of worship with guest speaker, Tony Campolo. Bingo is in Simpkins Hall on Friday, April 20th, beginning at 7pm. Donations to the Essex Food Bank will be collected. Everyone is welcome! There will be an official Board Meeting after church on Sunday, April 22nd. Please plan to attend. Save the date for our Spring Garage and Bake Sale; to be held on Saturday, April 28th. Details coming soon! Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please see Rev. Catherine, add a name to the list in the foyer or contact the office. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship! Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

We welcome everyone to join us this Sunday (April 15th) at 10:30 am. We are pleased to have Ingrid Heugh leading us in our worship. Coﬀee and fellowship follow the morning service. These Days – daily devotional booklets for April, May, and June have arrived and are available in the Narthex. If you are interested in becoming a part of our Harrow United Church family, please contact our church oﬃce. On Saturday, April 21st at 7:30 pm, “This Is Us”, a musical concert performed by the County Classic Chorale at Harrow United Church. For tickets please contact Laurene at 519-7384223. For more information about Harrow United Church, please visit our updated website at: www.harrowunited.org. Holy Name of Jesus Church

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Thank you to everyone who attended this month’s pasta dinner, our next dinner will take place on Friday, May 4th. April Oﬃce Hour Changes: Fri., April 13th open 9-1 Communion Service at Iler Lodge is on Thursday, April 19 at 10:30 am. Our Annual Yard & Bake Sale will take place on Saturday,

Steubenville Youth Conference 2018, save the date June 29July 1. St. Vincent de Paul is in need of clothing. Please drop oﬀ in the bin found in the parking lot. This bin is for clothing only. Thanks. Our Lady of Good Counsel general meeting is on Thursday,

April 26 following our mass at 6:30pm. All members are asked to come & celebrate our Patron Saint and honour our deceased CWL members. God Bless you all and have a great week! Essex United Church Join us for Sunday worship at 10:30 am. Karen Arnold presiding. Our Book Sale is at Essex United Church, 53 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON Saturday, April 14, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. It is time for our annual Murder Mystery “DEAD IN DEADWOOD” ~ Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Advance ticket sales only. Call 519-776-5121. Sunset Produce, in conjunction with Gess†wood Camp, is running a FREE camp for 30 children between the ages of 10-15. During July 2018. See poster in the narthex, for more information.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

There will be no Sunday Service this Sunday at our church. We have been invited to join our Sisters and Brothers at Cottam United Church at 9:30am. Dr. Tony Campolo will preach at the service. He is a world renown Christian writer, preacher, and activist. There will be special music as well. Hope to see you there. If you would like a special visit from Rev. Ann, please contact her. Please say a special prayer for our friends on our prayer list. Also, special prayers for the people in Saskatchewan for their lost of their loved ones in the accident last weekend. Thanks to everyone who came out to make another successful Tartan Dinner last Saturday, and to Dorothy, Elaine, and everyone who helped to make this dinner a success.

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what Earth Day is all about and come up with ideas on how WE can do our part in taking care of the Earth. Bring your “green thumb” because you’ll also be planting seeds to start your very own garden. Thursday, April 19 at 3:45pm. Ages: 6 to 12. Register online or at the library. Continued from Page 23 Reviving Your Spirit: Wednesdays from 7 8:30pm. Libby Skidmore is leading us. For more information, call: 519-326-7100. Wellness Wednesday is on April 18 at 7pm. Essential Oils for Aches and Discomfort. Learn about Doterra essential oil. For more information, call Cindy PalmerMartin at: 519-984-3637. Mother’s Day Dinner: Saturday, May 12. More information to come! Coﬀee and Conversation: Thursday at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Woodslee Friendship Club Our Winners for the week of April 2nd are as follows: Monday Euchre winners: Sandy McGuire, Dave McMurren, George Diesbourg, Audrey Stanley, Joanne McMurren, and Gail Koziak. Wednesday Pepper winners: Helen Manley, Sandy McGuire, Theresa Rivait, George Diesbourg, Jeannette Chevalier, Mary Marg Chevalier, and Mary Demars. Friday Euchre winners: Mary Marg Chevalier,Cecile St.Denis, George Sutherland, Ray Brooker, and Edna Chevalier.

Essex County Library - ESSEX BRANCH FAMILY STORYTIME - is a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes, and activities. TUESDAYS (April 10 – May 29) at 11am. Ages 5 years old & under & caregiver. Register online or at the library.

the most peppers and Pat Rounding had the low score. Judy Lane and Floyd Cascadden tied for high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. Larry Lane had the most peppers and Tom Dewhurst had low score. Betty Fields had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Roger Monchamp and Wayne Rawson tied for the most peppers. Betty Deblais had low score. Thursday night Bridge winners were Edna Chevalier and Joan Broeders.

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Grandpa’s 1946 Ford Woodie Wagon:Where is it today?

Mike’s Grandfather and Grandmother (Harry and Rose Comeau) with their 1946 Ford Woodie wagon.

An email arrived from Mike Gaudet in Dieppe, New Brunswick: “Hi Bill. I read your article in today’s Times & Transcript about the ’49 Ford sedan and that got me thinking about the possible whereabouts of my grandfather’s 1946 Ford Woodie wagon.” As a young lad growing up in northern New Brunswick, Mike rode in his grandfather’s ’46 Ford Woodie wagon to church and elsewhere many times, and can still recall the push button starter on the left side of the dash, the gear shift lever on the steering column, and the round rubber pads on the brake and clutch pedals. And he can still smell the wood and tan leather upholstery! This Woodie wagon was first owned by an upscale fishing lodge on a tributary of the Restigouche River. Mike’s grandfather worked in a general store in nearby Campbellton and was in the right place when this vehicle came up for sale. His grandfather took excellent care of it, storing it every winter in a small wooden garage. In the spring of 1971, Mike was looking forward to his 16th birthday and getting his license so he could start driving the Woodie. And Grandpa, now elderly, had been advised to give up driving. Across the road from where they lived was an elementary school with workmen building a portable classroom. Two of these men spotted the Woodie wagon parked out front and came over for a closer look. One of them liked it enough to give Grandpa around $500. He and the other man drove away in it while Mike watched them go. He never saw it again. He heard these men came from Fredericton and that is probably where it went 47 years ago. But where is it now? From time-to-time, Mike has attempted to locate it, and around 2013 found a maroon Ford Woodie in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, but it turned out to be a ’48 with parking lights under the headlights instead of a ’46. The search goes on. If any readers can help Mike find Grandpa’s ’46 Ford Woodie wagon, please email Mike at lesgaud et@gma i l .c om or me (see below). It just might turn up. Stay tuned! I’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.

• The 2017-18 Essex 73’s award banquet was held on April 3 of last week. Players and members of the organization were recognized for their outstanding contribution over the season. Presented with awards, in a variety of categories, were: Most Improved Player Quinn Fazekas Coaches Award - Riley Meyerink Most Sportsmanlike Player Adam Gaiarin Most Consistent Player- Jack Sanko Leading Scorer - William Stadder Most Dedicated Player Cody Leeming Best Defenceman Anthony Cristofaro Player of the Year - William Stadder MVP Playoffs - Michael Vieira Bursary Award William Stadder & Adam Gaiarin Volunteer of the Year - Lisa Birrell Special recognition was given to Essex 73’s sponsors. This season, the Sponsors of the Year awards were given out to: Gold - Ken Knapp Ford, Silver - Brady’s Drug Store, and Bronze - Canadian Tire. • On Monday, April 9, the Essex District High School Red Raiders Senior Boys’ Soccer was victorious over the Leamington Lions, by a score of 5-4. Jackson Moore score four golds for Essex and Tyler Zsebok added another.

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The boys will face the team from Tecumseh Vista Academy on April 11. It will a home game on Monday, April 16, 4:00 pm for Essex against Assumption. • The Senior Girls’ Red Raider Soccer team face the Kennedy Clippers on Thursday, April 12. • Also on Thursday, the Varsity Boys Baseball Season begins with the Essex Red Raiders playing host to Sandwich for a 3:30 pm game at Diamond #2 at Essex. • The Sun County Panthers Peewee AAA Team clinched the Alliance Hockey Association title last week against the Kitchener Rangers. The Panthers are hosts for the All Ontario Peewee AAA Hockey Championship in Essex this week (April 9-13), with over 60 teams vying for the All Ontario Title. Sun County Head coach, Danny Anger said, “These boys have worked really hard all season to secure the Alliance Play Down Championship title. They have earned this opportunity to host and compete against Ontario’s best of the best. We look forward to a great week of hockey.” • 73’s Co-GM and Head Coach, Cam Crowder, will move on next season to the Leamington Flyers of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League. If you have any local sports news, scores, or highlights to share, please email essexfreepress@on.aibn.com.

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Jones tournament celebrates 17 years of success

by Garrett Fodor A local, annual hockey tournament continues to bring hockey players of all sizes and experience together for a cause. Last weekend, members of the Jones family hosted the 17th annual Bill Jones Sr. 3-on3 hockey tournament at

the Essex Centre Sports complex. The three-day festivity was designed to bring the community together over the love of the sport. The hockey tournament was created to honour Bill Jones Sr., who was heavily involved in youth activities and sports. It is a

fundraising effort, with all proceeds going to various causes throughout the community. “It is really great to see people of all ages coming together and find fun in such a well-run tournament,” tournament participant and Essex 73’s defenceman Sylvano Valente said. “It is a nice way to unwind after a long season and just have fun, knowing you are supporting the cause.” The tournament is a reunion of sorts and has become a favourite event in the community. The participants, big or small, are seen throughout the weekend bonding and cheering on others. “I usually make it down for a few games each

year,” spectator Randy Neels said. “I enjoy the spirit of it, the comradery of it all, seeing everybody get together and have a good time. The Jones family wanted to raise money for the community and they give it all back.”

As the tournament concluded, so to does the area’s local hockey scene for the season. Participants, however, said there is no better way to close out the season. Winners of the tournament received a small prize, but,

more importantly, the top teams in each division walked away with bragging rights. Since the tournament started, it has continued to grow and will be a focal point for years to come.

Essex Energizers compete at Provincials

submitted to EFP Last weekend, the Essex Energizers jump rope team competed at the Provincial Championships in Hamilton, Ontario. The Skipping Squad and the Awesome Energizers placed first and second overall, respectively, in the U10 year old category. In the 11-12 year old category, the Ropin’ Rascals placed third overall. In the 13-14

year old category, Thunder placed third overall and Junior Pack placed first. In the 15-17 year old category, the Pink Ladies came in second overall. The Junior Pack also set some Provincial Records, during the competition, in Single Rope Double Under Relay with 298 jumps and Double Dutch Pairs Speed with 296.5 jumps. There were also some standout individual performances. In the U10 year old category, Leah Pocock placed fifth. In the 18-29 male category, Lucas Martin from the Wolf Pack placed second. In the 13-14 year old category, Peyton Gendreau placed second and Reagan Farough placed first. The team will compete in the National Championships on May 19-21 at St. Clair College’s Sportplex.

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Construction started on Essex Centre splashpad, pavilion

by Sylene Argent Residents may have noticed construction crews have started to work in two different areas of Essex Centre recently. At the grounds of the Essex Centre Sports Complex, nearing the former Ravens Football Fieldhouse, work has began to install the Essex Centre Splashpad.

At the February 5 Essex Council meeting, Council awarded the Request for Proposal for Design, Supply, and Install of the Essex Centre splashpad to Open Space Solution Inc. The project, that will cost just over $256, 800, come under budget. In the Heritage Gardens Park, work recently began on the Essex Centre pavilion. The Town partnered with the Essex Centre BIA on this project. In December of 2017, Essex Council awarded the Request for Tender for the construction of the Essex Centre BIA Pavilion to Goodreau Sawmill Inc., in the amount of $319,564. The Essex Centre BIA has invested over half of the funds into the project for the community to enjoy. The local organization partnered on the project as it meets one of its mandates, improve the physical environment of the business core. The pavilion was highlighted as needed through the 2014 Stempski, Kelly Associates’ Essex Centre

Streetscape & Silo District Plan. The pavilion was designed, through work of the BIA on the file, to include many characteristics featured on the historical Essex Railway Station. The Essex Centre Splashpad and Pavilion projects are both expected to be completed by June 1, which would give the community plenty of time to utilize these features just as the warmer weather begins.

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