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100th Anniversary of Vimy Ridge honoured

Council ponders decision on Harrow High School

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Looking For A Good Home Reverend Frank Staples addresses the crowd during the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge ceremony held in Harrow on Sunday afternoon.

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by Adam Gault To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, a service was held at the Harrow Cenotaph on Sunday, April 9.

Representatives from the Royal Canadian Legion, 202nd Fort Malden Royal Canadian Army Cadets, and members of the public gathered on a beautiful, sunny day to remember and pay tribute to a defining moment in Canada’s

history.

Reverend Frank Staples opened the ceremony with a prayer, commenting that it was a time to remember the lives lost 100 years ago.

“We pray for a world that wants to be free and at peace,” Staples said as two vintage RCAF planes from Windsor flew overhead.

Col. Rae Martin spoke at the ceremony, describing how the battle went on to become a

symbol of an emerging Canadian identity at home and around the world.

“The Battle of Vimy Ridge is Canada’s most celebrated military victory,” Martin commented.

Martin explained that the success of Vimy Ridge was due in part to revolutionary new military strategies introduced at the time, both tactical and technical.

A heavy artillery barrage preceded the main assault on the German positions, with 1000

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guns firing an estimated 35 metric tonnes of shells. To put in perspective the size of such an endeavour, Martin described that many guns positioned side by side would cover the distance from the 3rd Concession to the Colchester shoreline.

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Continued Essex Council Notes for April 3

by Sylene Argent 2017 Legacy Tree Program Council received the report “2017 Communities in Bloom Legacy Tree Program.” In the report, it noted the program allows senior students of the local six participating elementary schools to plant one tree in their schoolyards on Earth Day. They present it as a gift to the kindergarten class.

The intent is to engage the young students with environmentalism as they will adopt the tree planted at their schools and take care of it during the course of their elementary school years.

The Essex Communities in Bloom Committee has again received funds, $2,100, through the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation to offer the same program in 2017.

“D” Dock replacement Council received and approved the report “Results of Request for Tender for the Replacement of ‘D’ Dock at Colchester Harbour” and awarded the Request for Tender to Kropf Industrial Incorporated in the amount of $139,523.13.

The report highlights that during the 2017

Capital Budget deliberations, Council approved funding towards the replacement of the ‘D’ dock at Colchester Harbour.

Director of Community Services Doug Sweet said $135,000 was put aside in the budget for the project. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans has agreed to forwarding additional funding for this project at the start of the fiscal year as of April 1, 2017, the report continues.

Council adopts Heritage Grant Program Council received and approved the report regarding the Heritage Grant Program and provisionally adopted bylaw 1587 to approve a Heritage Grant Program for designated properties within the Town of Essex.

Councillor Bill Caixeiro pointed out that this program is over and above the CIP program funding. He believes this is a good compliment to the Community Improvement Plan (CIP). He believes it will encourage the designation of listed properties and help with people trying to upkeep the somewhat expensive venture that heritage homes can be sometimes.

Individuals who invest in these types of properties

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of personal bravery,” Martin said.

Martin told the story of Lance-Sergeant Ellis Sifton. During the battle, Sifton and his company had come under fire from a German machine gun emplacement that had survived the initial artillery barrage. Sifton charged the nest, knocking the machine gun over and killing the men with his bayonet. As his fellow soldiers came to his aid, he was fatally wounded as he attempted to hold off German reinforcements that had made their way down the trench line.

Ellis Sifton was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his valor.

The victory at Vimy Ridge would come at a great personal cost for Canada. At the conclusion of the 3-day battle, more than 3500 Canadians lay dead and 7000 more were wounded.

At the closing of the ceremony, those in attendance moved to the Harrow Legion Branch where the Legion presented a $1500 cheque to the 202nd Fort Malden Cadets to assist with their funding.

Col. Martin was then presented with a pin to commemorate his 50 years of service to the Royal Canadian Legion.

typically invest for a reason, but he thinks the program will encourage those individuals to designate the properties and gett them into a better state.

Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche, Chairperson of the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee, thanked Assistant Planner Rita Jabbour, who also sits on the Committee as a Town-liaison, for the report. Members of the Heritage Committee believe they are moving forward and were 100 percent behind the work being done.

The report to Council notes that on Monday, March 6, members of the Planning Department discussed the social and economic importance of heritage preservation during a special Council meeting. In the presentation, heritage preservation was argued to have an impact on the identity of a community; resident and business retention; and, the attraction of cultural tourists. The presentation

also identified a need for greater preservation efforts and incentives for owners of heritage properties.

The grant will offer three programs to eligible applicants: The Repair or Restoration Grant will provide 50 percent of the total costs of work up to $10,000 to conserve, reconstruct, repair, or restore significant components of the built and cultural landscape resources; The Professional Heritage Services Grant will provide a $2,000 maximum fee for service for professional heritage services such as an architect, archaeologist, engineer, or historian; and The Development Permit Fee Grant will provide a grant equivalent of the development permit fee or combination of fees charged by the Town for the approved project.

Application for the Grant program is proposed to be similar to the administration of the CIP. $25,000 had been

allocated for the Heritage Grant Program under the Heritage Committee budget in 2016 and $25,000 has been proposed for the next five years under the same budget for the program.

Listing policies for Heritage properties Council received the report “Listing Policies for Heritage Properties” and its recommendation to adopt the listing policies proposed in the report. The report to Council notes listing is a mechanism instituted in the Ontario Heritage Act to identify properties that may have cultural heritage value.

Council attendance at fundraisers Council received the report “Council Attendance at Fundraising Events” and move the recommendation that the travel and business expense policy be revised to allocate a portion of the annual limit for travel and business expenses of $8,053 to fund Council’s

attendance at local, nonfor-profit fundraising events. Further, it moved that funding to attend fundraisers be limited to $500 per Council member annually.

Clark Street extension Councillor Sherry Bondy brought forward a Notice of Motion for the next Council meeting that would have Council consider having administration bring back a report to move up the timeline on opening the Clarke Street road extension planning and investigation by an engineer.

Possible sign for Lionel Sanders Councillor Larry Snively put forward a Notice of Motion that will have Council consider installing a sign heading into Harrow indicating it is the home of world-class triathlete Lionel Sanders as a gesture of thanks and congratulations for his achievements.

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Council ponders decision on Harrow High School

by Fred Groves The fate of the Harrow High School facility is in the hands of Essex Town Council.

Last Wednesday afternoon, members of Council, along with staff and concerned citizens, toured the empty secondary school that has been closed since last June in an attempt to find another use for the 65year old building.

“Our community feels passionate about our high school. I think it has a lot of potential,” Councillor Sherry Bondy said, who represents Harrow residents.

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up to standards where it could be used once more as a school, the cost is over six million dollars.

Even of more concern for Essex Council if it does opt to buy it, is the fact that there could be hazardous materials such as led paint, asbestos, and silica.

“I don’t want our taxpayers on the hook for a can of worms,” Bondy said.

“I want to make sure everything is known.

What’s in here and how much. When you inherit those, the costs can be huge,” Councillor Randy

Voakes commented.

According to Essex CAO Tracey Pillon-Abbs, the Town is the only one who put in an expression of interested to the school board and now has until the end of May to submit an offer. She also noted that an appraisal is still forthcoming.

“We will go to Council and ask you how to proceed,” Pillon-Abbs said.

The educational institute dates back to 1904 and was closed after a lengthy opposition by the community. Many of the former students now attend Kingsville District High School.

A cafeteria, wood and auto shops, music room, and proximity to the downtown and recreational facilities are just part of the appeal.

There is also a sprawling library, complete with pictures of dozens of graduating classes hanging on the walls.

One of those framed photos contains the picture of 1999 Harrow High School graduate, Councillor Bondy.

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Round and Round Sometimes sitting through a Council meeting is akin to being on a carrousel, without the pleasantries of fun carnival music or the plastic horse seating.

Last Monday, Council took over an hour to discuss how it wanted to move forward with Fitness Fury.

The short version is that the local business, currently based in the former Kinsmen Fieldhouse, needs a bigger space. Its proprietors want to build next door to the current facility on Town property. They would lease land from the Town and install the building themselves.

They would like the Town to cover water and waste water hookups as it is municipal land.

Town admin noted that they

contacted reps through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and were told this would be bonusing, which means it would be illegal to do. The proprietor, Dave Cassidy, during the meeting said that through his own research and conversations with people in the know, his opinion is that it is not bonusing.

I realize this issue is not an easy solution, but it took almost an hour and 15 minutes to move a motion; the third made for this situation.

The motion allows for contact to the Town’s Ministry rep again so Council can ask questions. That’s an ok solution, but they could have done better. During the meeting some Councillors made it evident that they were not in favour of the

Town paying for the approximately $23,000 cost of those hook ups.

Some Councillors were in favour if it was not illegal to do.

The first step is certainly to see what is allowed, but we also heard during the meeting that there could be provision for the Town to help if there was a grant in place to do so.

And, we kind of already know we can do that, I suppose, because we have in place Community Improvement Plans (CIP) for each Harrow and Essex Centres. The CIPs offer

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Historical Society’s Reasons for Terminating St. Pierre Log Cabin project It has recently been brought to the attention of the Maidstone and Area Historical Society’s (MAHS) that a new group has decided to move forward with the moving of the St. Pierre log cabin. MAHS was not aware of this.

A photo of Victoria Beaulieu was used by Lakeshore News last week in an article about the moving of the cabin to Optimist Park. Please note that neither Victoria nor MAHS are a part of this group or the cabin project.

There also seems to be some confusion as to why MAHS terminated the St. Pierre log cabin project and we would like to clarify this for the community. First of all, we would have loved to have had this cabin as an extension to the Maidstone Museum to further our education program, however, as we moved forward with the project, there were too many issues that made the project not feasible for MAHS. In early 2016, MAHS undertook a major fundraising campaign that included local media. Over 200 pledge cards were circulated and social media was also put in place. The goal was to raise $45,000 in pledges by the end of 2016, however, we only received $13,500. There was just not the financial support needed from the St. Pierre descendants or the community to move the project forward.

Other organizations, such as ACFO, Windsor-

Essex County Metis Council, Windsor Essex County Community Foundation, Lakeshore Community Centre, and Canadian Cultural Spaces Fund, were all approached for assistance or funding. The bottom line was that these groups were unable to assist with funding and would only support the project in principal.

A Provincial Trillium grant was therefore the only source of funding available for the restoration of the cabin. In November of 2016, Trillium made changes to the Capital Expenditure Grant program. They went from three possible grants per year to one. If MAHS was not successful with the first application to Trillium, it meant waiting another year before applying again.

MAHS felt that without the support of the community at the start of the project, it was not a sustainable project to undertake.

As a result, the Maidstone and Area Historical Society was unable to move forward with the project. To do so without the proper funding in place would clearly jeopardize the long-term sustainability of Maidstone Museum, which to date has been a true cultural and historical asset to the community.

Regards, Victoria Beaulieu, Pres.

Maidstone and Area Historical Society

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Electing Deputy Mayor I read that Council is considering changing its method of electing the Deputy Mayor. Presently that is Richard Meloche. After amalgamation, some municipalities decided to elect the Deputy by public vote, but Essex opted to make the choice among the Council members.

However, a company has been hired to conduct a ward structure review and that will mean an added expense on the tax bill.

The procedure was explained to residents last week.

Our local newspaper tells us the study will prepare Council members to decide on how the Deputy Mayor should be elected and if Council should change. Seven Council members are elected by residents. The Mayor is elected by all the municipality residents and the six Councillors by the specific wards.

To learn more about what has to be considered, read page five of the April 6 edition of the Essex Free Press.

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Town has buildings, equipment in critical condition

by Fred Groves Taxpayers in Essex are going to have to tighten their belts the next few years in order to rectify a situation that is, in some instances, critical.

As part of its recent budget deliberations, Council was made aware that over the next five years, some municipally owned buildings, vehicles, equipment, and machinery will have to be replaced.

And the price tags are hefty.

“Many of our buildings are old and beyond their useful life and need repair,” Essex CAO Tracey PillonAbbs said.

In a report card style document, prepared by an independent consultant, Essex has a total of 22 buildings and of those, half of the community services facilities were given a failing grade.

Pillon-Abbs said that the detailed report was broken down into various areas and noted that beginning in 2018, Council could be setting aside two percent to elevate the problems.

If all the buildings in Essex were to be replaced, it would be a whopping $55.3 million. Vehicles, which include 17 for protection to persons and property and 12 in community services, has a replacement tag of $4.6 Continued on Page 6

Howling at the Moon... commercial businesses in program boundaries grant opportunities through various programs.

If the majority of Council wished to proceed to help, perhaps a new segment to the CIP program could include water and waste water hookup, or a portion of the costs, for new buildings or just new buildings located on Town property. The program boundary may also need to be expanded to reach far enough down Fairview to reach Fitness Fury, but it looks like it may already do so via a map provided the Council meeting prior that outlined the expansion of the Essex Centre program to include a section of Maidstone Ave. It was even pointed out during the meeting that Fitness Fury could be eligible for up to $11,000 for a 4000-square foot facility through the Essex Centre CIP. If a water/ waste water hookup type of grant opportunity was legal to add to the CIP and Council wanted to help, it seems like an easy and quick solution.

After hearing about

the situation and a chance for Councillors to quickly ask questions, I suppose the first motion would have been to determine whether or not the majority of Council was supportive of the Town covering the hookups if there was a legal way to do it. And from there, the situation would have been dropped or it would have opened the door for Council and administration to find a legal and creative solution, such as looking to see if a grant opportunity could be applied, to help.

This type of situation is likely pretty rare, so having different opinions and many questions is certainly expected.

Councillors, as expected, all have different opinions on how situations should be handled. They all want to be fair, but perhaps their personal definitions of “fair” are different, and that is ok.

But, to allow a conversation on the subject to go on for over an hour with some Councillors repeating their ideas and asking the same questions over and over is redundant.

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They need to get on the same page first as to what they majority of Council wishes to do, and then work together for a creative solution. If it turns out the majority of Council does not want to help, why is it being discussed further? If the majority does want to help, move to direct administration to find a creative solution. Done.

Next order of business.

It is awkward to make a delegate sit at the mic for that period of time, and perhaps that is why Dave left the Council meeting.

Councillor Voakes also left the meeting, saying he could not work in that

environment.

Whether constituents think that reaction was ok to do is up to each individual.

The lengthy discussions happen quite often in the Council Chambers. They need to start getting on the same page more quickly. That will allow Councillors to tighten up the meetings and alleviate frustrations that come from sitting on a topic too long. It would also allow them to have the energy to think creatively, within a fresh mind frame, to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. The potential is there.

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Essex’s Official Plan under review

by Sylene Argent Council received Policy Planner Jeff Watson’s presentation on the proposed revisions to the Official Plan for the Town of Essex during a special meeting held on Monday, April 3. This was part of the public presentation portion of the project.

The Town of Essex adopted its Official Plan in 2008/09. It was the first official plan approved since the 1999 amalgamation for the municipality.

Essex County, since then, has adopted an official plan. As per provincial legislation,

the Town must update its plan to reflect the County Official Plan. The County Plan was updated in 2015, Essex Policy Planner Jeff Watson said.

The province requires each municipality update its official plan subsequent to the approval of a new County Official Plan (OP). The revised Essex OP must incorporate the new amended policies of the County’s Official Plan and the provisions and directives of the current Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) that sets out various goals.

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of the PPS and COP and mandates directions of Town Council.

The County OP projects most job growth will occur in Tecumseh and Lakeshore and in Windsor.

Essex is expected to have a 28 percent employment growth rate by 2031, Watson said.

During the 2015 COP review, Essex submitted a justification plan for the expansion of Essex Centre and Harrow for new industrial development.

The province and county accepted the plan and the settlement area boundaries of the two communities were expanded accordingly, he said.

This review is taking place in three phases, Watson said. The first phases included reviewing statistical information, which was completed in December of 2016.

The second phase includes adding and amending policies related to matters like storm water management and active transportation, and adding new mapping related to source water protection and transportation corridors, and redesignating properties in

Essex Centre to industrial, which is on-going.

The third phase will add and amend policies and mapping related to natural heritage and natural processes, which will take place beginning in the fall.

The key initiatives are to enhance policies to recognize diversity in transportation, housing, accessibility, and sustainability, and add policies related to the preservation of vistas, source water protection,

storm water management, and the re-use of institutional lands and buildings that have been declared surplus, Watson noted.

It will clarify site plan control exemptions and add new mapping related to source water.

After public meetings, the Planning Department will follow up on comments, which are invited from the public. A report will come to Council outlining comments and recommendations for

anyfurther revisions to the Official Plan, Watson said.

A draft bylaw that sets out the specific revisions to the Official Plan will be submitted for Council’s consideration and adoption. It is hoped that the draft bylaw will come before Council for May 15.

After receiving the presentation, the issue that raised concerns for Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche deals with agricultural lot sizes when farmers want to sell them.

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million.

Of those, the report indicated 38 percent are in a critical state.

“The new fire truck we’ve purchased, and will be here by the end of the year, will bring that down. The Chief has six other trucks over the next five years that need to be replaced,” Pillon-Abbs said.

Overall condition of machinery and equipment, which includes 903 units in community services and 1,715 units in protection to persons and property, is fair but 43 percent is in the critical state.

“For Council, it is definitely an eyeopener, but it puts things into perspective.”

She said that during the asset management process, department directors and managers had input and each area was even counting chairs and tables.

Pillon-Abbs said that the process is required by the provincial government for financial stability and although it is a fiveyear plan, the municipality will review it every year.

And as far as what taxpayers can expect in the future, the CAO replied, “They need to be aware there is going to be a two percent going into reserves.”

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Canadian Transportation Museum hosts dinner and dance fundraiser

by Adam Gault A festive mood was in the air as more than 120 guests gathered at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) for an evening of dinner and dancing on Saturday, April 9.

The charity dinner was held to benefit the

Local musicians Crystal Gage and Ryan St. Denis take to the stage during a fundraising dinner hosted at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village on Saturday evening.

CTMHV’s Children’s Education Program.

Husband and wife country/folk duo Crystal Gage and Ryan St. Denis headlined the evening’s entertainment.

Erin O’Brien, the CTMHV’s media and events manager, said events like these are important to the

museum as a non-profit, mainly volunteer-driven organization.

“We have more than 10,000 students attend the CTMHV a year. Events like these help to keep the village updated and maintained,” O’Brien said.

O’Brien explained that the Heritage Village is a popular destination and educational tool for many students throughout Essex County. CTMHV’s “Pioneers for a Day” program allows students to experience what school life would have been like in the county during the late 19th century.

CTMHV recently received an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant to restore the old schoolhouse in the Heritage Village. The

schoolhouse, which was originally constructed in 1907 on Highway 18 in Gosfield South, was moved to its present location at the museum in 1975. This grant will help fund a restoration program to focus on the physical structure of the building.

A new roof, siding, and an exterior paint job will make up the majority of structural updates, as well as the construction of a new accessibility ramp, among other key restorations.

After a dedicated group of local volunteers prepared and served dinner, local performers Crystal Gage and Ryan St. Denis took to the stage to provide musical entertainment.

The married duo,

led by Gage’s vocals and backed by St. Denis’s instrumentation, performed their one-ofa-kind stage show that delighted the many in attendance with their quirky and charming audience interaction.

Gage and St. Denis perform throughout North America yearround and have opened for acts such as Big & Rich, Emerson Drive, and Gretchen Wilson. They put a special emphasis on performing in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and charitable fundraisers as a way to touch as many lives in a positive way as possible.

For more information about upcoming events at the CTMHV, visit its website at ctmhv.com.

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Inductees honoured at Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame ceremony

by Adam Gault New portraits of five agricultural greats now grace the wall of the Harrow and Colchester South Agricultural Building, following the annual Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

The bad weather had no bearing on the mood inside the Harrow and Colchester Agricultural Building on Thursday, April 6 as friends and family gathered to celebrate the five farmers who were recognized for their lifetime achievements in local agriculture.

The inductees included Ken Sturdevant, nominated by the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Club; Henry

The new Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees Euclid Mailloux, William Leo Mailloux, Jack Morris, Ken Sturdevant, and Henry Denotter pose with their portraits during the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame ceremony.

Denotter,

nominated

by the Essex Soil and Crop Association; Euclid Mailloux, nominated by the Town of Lakeshore; William Mailloux, nominated by the Essex Federation of Agriculture; and Jack Morris, nominated by the Colchester South and Harrow Agriculture Society.

Kenneth Lloyd Sturdevant was born in 1934 and grew up in Chatham before moving to Essex. He worked as a head mechanic and shop manager at Jacob’s Farm

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Sturdevant was one of the founding members of

the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Club in 1984 when its reps at the time began their museum at Heritage Village, located south of Essex Centre. He served as a Director for the museum and helped the club move the facility to their present location at

Co-An Park in McGregor on property donated by the Town of Essex.

His son spoke briefly on his behalf, thanking everyone for their support and attendance at the ceremony.

Henry Denotter was born in 1955 and raised on a dairy farm in Gosfield South Township, now a part of Kingsville. After 12 years of experience as a farm equipment tech support person, Henry developed his interest in improved farm practices through both working with and membership in organizations such as Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association, Essex Conservation Club, Essex Regional Conservation Authority, and OSCIA. His work on sprayer auto-rate controls, notill farming, cover crops, and double cropping have helped to improve local farm output.

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Project Safe Trade launched in Essex

Members of Essex Town Council and administration, local OPP officers, and members of Essex Police Services Board gathered to launch the Essex Centre installment of Project Safe Trade on Monday evening.

by Sylene Argent Area residents can now minimize risks associated to completing transactions that began via the internet as the Essex Centre OPP Satellite Office parking lot now hosts an exchange zone through “Project Safe Trade.”

The section of the parking lot dedicated to this endeavour is marked with signage.

Essex County OPP Detachment Commander, Inspector Glenn Miller, said the Essex-based installment of Project Safe Trade is the fourth

in the area. Kingsville, Lakeshore, and Tecumseh also have these exchange zones installed for resident use.

Representatives of the area OPP are pleased to have the Town’s and the Essex Police Services Board’s backing on the project and appreciate the support shown.

“We hope the community embraces it,” Miller said of the newest Project Safe Trade site. He called the project a “crime prevention strategy.”

The exchange zone creates an alternative

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by Evelyn Couch Council arguments I am pleased to read that our Council members do not agree all the time. There is nothing more useless than a yes, yes council. As a reporter, I have sat through many meetings like that. I attended meetings for five different municipalities from time to time as a reporter for the Windsor Star. The common term for me was stringer.

As I read the report, I wondered why Councillor Randy Voakes was criticized so heavily by Councillor Larry Snively, yet nothing was said when delegate David Cassidy walked out. According to the newspaper report, Cassidy did not say anything when he walked out so I wonder if Voakes’s remarks sparked the criticism. I understand the argument was about financial assistance to a company planning to put a small building near the former Kinsmen field house.

I remember from years ago that the Council of that day refused a similar request because it would add an expense for taxpayers when the cost would be added to the town tax bill. Certainly, it was better to have the discussion during open Council rather than behind closed doors. That has been done and only the results of that meeting were heard in open Council.

As I have said before, I think everyone should attend a few Council meetings, at least one, to see and hear how the members conduct themselves.

opportunity for individuals conducting exchanges that began via the internet from having to meet at someone’s home.

This initiative was developed locally.

Te c u m s e h / L a k e s h o r e Staff Sergeant Brad Sakalo came up with the idea after receiving calls from residents related to fraud and theft. After an analysis, he began the project to curtail those happenstances. It is being launched not only in Essex County, but is also being developed throughout Ontario.

There is a reason the Town of Essex is one of the safest communities in Canada, Miller said.

That status is due in part to implementing opportunities such as Project Safe Trade.

A Project Safe Trade location is also available near the Harrow OPP station. In time, the project should be adopted in all area OPP policed communities.

As part of the project, safety tips will be made available through the Town.

Councillor Bill Caixeiro, Chairperson of the Essex Police Services Board, believes that Project Safe Trade is a good venture.

Police will not get involve in exchanges, but will be available in the event of a municipal bylaw, provincial, or criminal offence violation.

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Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame ceremony... sustainable agriculture,” Denotter said after thanking the Essex Soil and Crop Association for the nomination.

Euclid Mailloux was born in 1941 in the Stoney Point area of Lakeshore Township. He was a thirdgeneration farmer on a Centennial farm where he

raised caged layer poultry and grew corn, soybeans, wheat, and tomatoes.

Euclid also worked for 32 years as a Pioneer Hybrid seed dealer.

A 50-year member of the Knights of Columbus in Stoney Point and Tilbury, Euclid has dedicated his life

to both farming and his community.

Overcome with emotion, Mailloux simply said that he was proud and thanked the Town of Lakeshore for the nomination.

William (Bill) Leo Mailloux was born in 1960 and resides in the Town of

Amherstburg where he raises turkeys and grows cash crops and vegetables.

He is a founding member of the Essex County Stewardship Network and the Essex County Conservation Research Farm.

He has served on a number of farm-related

organizations, including the Essex County Federation of Agriculture Committee, the Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association, and as an Ontario Federation of Agriculture committee member and Vice Chair from 1998-2004.

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experience as Vice-Chair of the Turkey Farmers of Ontario Board and was also a representative to the Turkey Farmers of Canada.

Mailloux said he was proud to be on the same Hall of Fame wall as his father and uncle.

“I hope we made a difference in the efforts we did,” Mailloux said.

Jack Richard Morris was born in 1940 and grew up on his father’s dairy farm in Tilbury West Township. He became a partner in the family business, Morris Acres Holsteins. Their herd was well known and Morris Acres Holsteins were awarded their Master Breeders Shield in 1973.

Morris attended and graduated from Reisch Auction College in Mason City, Iowa as an auctioneer.

Morris’s interest in municipal politics included over 35 years as a Township Councillor, Deputy Reeve, and Reeve/Mayor during the period of 1970-1998 in Tilbury West Township and from 1999-2005 in Lakeshore. Morris served his municipality at County Council and served the citizens of Essex County in 1983 as County Warden.

Morris continues to volunteer his services as an auctioneer for church organizations, schools, and community organizations. The most successful of these is the pie auction at the Harrow Fair, which has raised over $200,000 for the John McGivney Children’s Centre.

“The group that runs this organization is a group of hardworking, no-nonsense people,” Morris said, thanking the Colchester South and Harrow Agricultural Society.

After the ceremony, the five men proudly watched their portraits join the ranks of the many other notable contributors to Essex County agriculture on the walls of the exhibition hall.

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OPP Vs. Red Raider hockey game supports Soulliere family

The Soulliere family was rink-side, and dropped the ceremonial puck, last Friday to kick off a fast-paced game of hockey between Red Raiders and members of the area OPP. This year’s game was held in honour of their family member, Justine, a twenty-year old former Red Raider, who recently passed due to injuries sustained during a single vehicle collision on March 17. Pictured are members of her family: Randy (dad), Robin (mom), Julie (sister), and Jamie (brother).

Absent from photo is brother, Jessie.

by Sylene Argent As a way to positively connect youth within the community to police personnel, every year members of the Essex OPP challenge Essex District High School’s top hockey athletes to an on-ice match up.

The 16th annual installment of the Cops Vs. Kids Hockey Game, hosted at the Essex Centre Sports Complex on Friday, had members of the OPP lace up to challenge the

local high school athletes for bragging rights of the win. Both teams battled hard to come out on top, but the game would result in 6-6 tie.

The game “allows students to put a name to a face. We are not just here to enforce laws, we’re a part of the community,” Constable Jim Chauvin said, who is an organizer of the event.

It looked as though the Red Raiders were going to come out the victors as,

even well into the third period, they led with a large several-goal margin, but members of the OPP team stepped up their game and tied the students before the final buzzer sounded.

EDHS students had the opportunity to head down to the arena to watch the match-up. They paid admission to sit on the sidelines to enjoy what was an exciting game of hockey.

The annual hockey game also allows the students and the members of the OPP to give back to the community. The price of admission, and other fundraising efforts in correlation to the game, are always donated to a charity or worthy cause.

This year’s proceeds will be donated to the family of Justine Soulliere, an Essex District High School graduate who recently passed away from injuries suffered in a motor vehicle collision on North Malden Road, east of Trembley Sideroad, on March 17 at the age of 20.

Being described as having an “authentic” personality, Soulliere’s character has been woven into the tapestry of the

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Soulliere was employed with the Town dating back

to 2013 as a lifeguard, swimming instructor, day camp supervisor,

and receptionist. More recently, she worked at

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Silver Ambassadors celebrate Canada’s 150th

Members of the Silver Ambassadors Concert Band performed an array of tunes, including many that were created by Canadians, during a concert on Sunday afternoon that celebrated Canada’s 150th anniversary.

by Sylene Argent On Sunday, at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion

(Branch 201), the Silver Ambassadors Concert Band performed in celebration of Canada’s

sesquicentennial anniversary.

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The second half of the concert was dedicated to incorporating other fun tunes into the mix.

Band Conductor, Karen Barnes said she remembers the area celebrating the nation’s centennial anniversary, when she very young.

She recalled a train that stopped in Windsor as part of those celebrations.

“I couldn’t let it go by without celebrating it,” Barnes said of Canada’s 150th anniversary. In addition to the concert held

in Essex on Sunday, she said the band performed a similar celebratory concert in Windsor on Saturday.

Though the two concerts will likely wrap up the band’s celebrations for Canada’s upcoming birthday, Barnes said several concerts are lined up for the summer.

More information about those upcoming events and information about the band is available by searching for Silver Ambassadors Concert Band on Facebook.

The Silver Ambassadors Concert Band is comprised of retired individuals who have a desire and passion for performing live music.

The average band member is in his or her mid-70s

and they reside across the region, Barnes said. The band has been active for 41 years.

Band members meet on Tuesday mornings to practice their craft at the Life After Fifty Centre in Windsor.

The Silver Ambassadors Concert Band perform at many civic and veteran-related functions, including at the Remembrance Day ceremony hosted in Essex Centre annually. The band also puts on many concerts at schools throughout the region to encourage students to learn how to play instruments and demonstrate the skill level they could one day play at if they put in enough practice.

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Friends and family members are remembering Soulliere as having beauty not only on the outside, but on the inside as well. Her parents, Robin and Randy, recalled a trip to Chicago a few years back when their daughter insisted on presenting pizza from a family dinner to a homeless man she had seen outside.

Looking out for others was in her nature. She loved people, and those she kept close knew they were cared about.

Soulliere had an infectious laugh and a caring personality. One that ensured time was spent with her much younger siblings Jamie and Julie, and helped form a strong bond in adulthood with her older brother, Jessie.

Justine, Robin and Randy recalled, loved being around people, and knew how to enjoy every minute.

Though the past few weeks have seemed surreal, The Soulliere family has been overwhelmed with the generosity and outpouring of support.

Chauvin said funds are still being tallied, but it is planned to present the event proceeds to the family in the very near future.

If members of the community would like to make a donation to support the family, A GoFundMe page has been set up to help with expenses.

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Jones tournament continues to deliver

by Fred Groves Big our small, male or female, it didn’t make a difference as it all added

up to the same thing – success and fun.

This past weekend, the Jones family put their

name once again to one of the most popular events in town, the annual Bill Jones Sr. 3-on-3 hockey tournament.

“We have a lot more kids involved this year.

With the novices taking the OMHA championship, we have 10 novice teams playing this year,” organizer Dave Kigar said.

In all, there were 67 teams competing in 18 divisions, including an atom girls’ team and several adult divisions with such locally familiar hockey names as Quinalan, Newman, and Jones.

This year’s event was the 16th annual, and it has grown so big that the Jones family now has the assistance of the Essex Minor Baseball Association in running the three day event, which started on Friday and wrapped up on Sunday.

“We are assisting the Jones family. We had a big crowd here on Friday night. It was like the Fun Fest,” Kigar said.

On Saturday afternoon, the youngest players were cheered on by the adults who watched and enjoyed the games.

It’s almost a reunion of sorts as many have returned year-after-year to play in the tournament that offers 3-on-3 hockey with a goalie played on a third of the rink.

Both rinks were used at the Essex Centre Sports Complex, and besides fun and competition, the big reason the tournament takes place is that it financially gives back in a

huge way.

Kigar said some of the proceeds this year would go to minor ball for helping out and the high school could get some of the funds for new bleachers. Also, he added it assists those who might need a hand in paying for

registration fees.

“We make sure kids can play. If they need help, we help them.”

This year’s tournament was expected to raise as much as $15,000.

SLAPSHOTS: Organizer Jamie McDermott celebrated his

birthday on Saturday and wore his Matt Puempel Rangers jersey for luck.

Doug and Becky Queen of Essex celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary by watching their adult sons play. EMBA sold cool looking decals.

Spring Gift Show connects KEAB with community

A few members of the Kingsville Essex Associated Band pose with instruments before a gym filled with vendors during the first Spring Gift Show on Saturday.

by Sylene Argent As a way to connect with the community and raise awareness of planned concerts that will celebrate the Kingsville Essex Associated Band’s 80th anniversary this coming summer, musicians with the long-standing marching band hosted its first Spring Gift Show in Essex Centre on Saturday.

Vendors filled the

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Essex Energizers win at Provincial Competition

Pictured above, at the 2017 Provincial Competition, is the Essex Engergizers team that captured many ribbons, medals, and set new provincial records this season.

submitted to EFP The Essex Energizers Skipping Team brought home many ribbons, medals, and provincial records from the 2017 Provincial Competition, held in Parry Sound on April 1 and 2.

The Essex Energizers novice and junior groups both placed first overall for their large group routine.

For team events, in the 10 and under age division, “Purple Energy” (Reese Farough, Leah Pocock, Rachel Wilbee, & Elle

Gendreau) brought home the gold overall medal and many first place ribbons.

Also in the 10 and under division, “Purple Power,” comprised of mostly first year skippers (Avery Chaykoski, Elliiot Moncur, Grace Broughton & Brianna Bourassa) place third overall.

In the 11-12 year age division, team “Junior Pack” (Reagan Farough, Hannah Moncur, Peyton Gendreau, & Alexia Fast) earned the silver medal.

Teammates in this same age division “MATH”

(Marina Pannunzio, Ava Bib, Tia Bellaire and Harley Smith) place fourth overall.

Due to an injury with a teammate, “King of Queens” (Maddie Landry, Megan Biscan, Keyara Froese, and Reed Hewitt), in the 15-17 year age division, were not able to fully participate in all events. However they still pulled it off and earned a sixth place overall standing.

In the age group 18-29, the “Wolfpack” (Lindsay Nussio, Jocelyn Cooper,

Spring Gift Show connects KEAB with community... gym at Essex District High School on Saturday, giving event attendees plenty of opportunity to search for rare and unique items to keep or give as gifts.

“The traffic has been steady,” Britt Kascjak, an instructor with the Kingsville Essex Associated Band, said.

Band members have been planning ways to further connect with community members, and the Spring Gift Show was a great way to not only invite community members out to do a bit of shopping, but to also learn about the band and what it has to offer.

The band is set up to host beginner and intermediate classes for those wishing to learn a musical instrument.

Eventually, those beginner students, after some experience and a lot of practice, are able to bring their talents to the parades as part of the marching band.

Band members meet primarily in a Kingsville during the winter months, but typically meet in Essex over the summer to hone in on their craft.

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members not only a chance to learn how to play their instrument of choice and to further perform as part of a professional ensemble, it also creates an atmosphere of amity.

“The band is like one giant family,” Kascjak said.

Members of the Kingsville Essex Associated Band are gearing up to celebrate the band’s 80th anniversary this year. They are practicing to prepare for a special performance at Canada’s Wonderland planned for this summer.

Band members are also gearing up to host a large concert in Essex Centre and Kingsville this summer. Both concerts will be a prelude to a large celebratory concert for the band’s 80th anniversary to be held in Kingsville in September.

These concerts are in addition to appearances the band will make in area parades, including the Essex Fun Fest.

To learn more about the Kingsville Essex Associate Band or about its upcoming performances, log onto keab. ca.

Lauren Sulphur, Melissa Thornton and Emma Teskey) brought home the gold. Along with competing, members of the Wolfpack dedicate their time to coaching younger skippers.

Also in this age division, Emily Bateman, Avery Bruce, Grace Jubenville, and Chad LeCoure competed in several events, earning third and fourth place ribbons. Emily, Avery, and Grace also dedicate their time as junior coaches.

After a well deserved sleep, the Essex Energizers were ready for a day of Masters events (individual speed, power, and freestyle events). In the 10 and under age group, Reese Farough finished fourth and Leah Pocock finished fifth overall .

In the 11-12 year age division, Reagan Farough placed second, Hannah Moncur placed third and Peyton Gendreau placed fifth overall. In the 1314 age division, Maddie

Landry placed sixth overall and Megan Biscan placed fifth for the 1517 age division. For 1517 year old males, Reed Hewitt placed fifth overall.

In the 18 and 30 plus age group, many ribbons were received for individual events.

The “Wolfpack” and “Junior pack” smashed previously set records during this Provincial Championship.

Individually, Hannah Moncur broke the 30 second speed record and Reagan Farough broke the 3 minute endurance record.

The team is grateful for the guidance and dedication of Head Coach Vicki Van Gent (who also coaches Purple Energy) as well as the the team’s new

President Jenna Gendreau, who invests many hour organizing team events The Essex Energizers run three recreational programs located in Essex, Belle River, and Tecumseh. Skippers try out annually to be on the Essex Energizers competitive skipping team. You can visit the Essex Energizer Facebook page for more information on the organization.

The Essex Energizers will host the annual county wide competition for the Greater Essex County District School board on April 22, as well as prepare for the National Competition that will take place in Kingston, Ontario in May. Great job Essex Energizers!

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NOTICE In accordance with Section 3.03 of By-Law No. 1186 (Amended), we wish to provide a further reminder that all current wreaths, flowers, etc. were required to be removed from TOWN OF ESSEX CEMETERIES no later than APRIL 1, 2017 in order to allow for spring and summer maintenance.

We thank you in advance for your co-operation.

Robert Auger Manager of Legislative Services and Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: 519 776-7336, extension 1132

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FOR SALE

_____________________ FOR SALE  Treadmill and Bicycle. Train with track. Western video tapes & music.

Call Ray for more information: 519-96613-2t* 1666. _____________________

FOR RENT _____________________ FOR RENT: Briarwood Apts. 26 Alice St., N., Essex ON has a 2brm. 2blcny, + den available, $1150/m +hydro; to view call 519-776-4016.

13-2t* _____________________ FOR RENT: 1 large bedroom apartment, downtown Essex. $525.00 /month + utilities. References required. 519-3265119 or cell: 519-987-4866.

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PRODUCTION PACKERS Please send resumes to Fax # 519-326-8569 or online at www.sunsetgrown.com

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_____________________ Buying or Selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891.

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_____________________ HELP WANTED  Piggy Mart, 20 Talbot St. South, Essex. Please drop off resume before noon. No phone calls please. 14-1t _____________________ GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED. Fax resume to 519-723-2336.

1-t _____________________ HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.40. To apply please email danny@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON 12/15 N0P 2G0.

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_____________________ HELP WANTED: Aphria Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $12.00/hour.

Full time hours Monday through Friday.

Please apply at careers@aphria.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4.

9-tfn* _____________________ GROSSI PLUMBING, HEATING & HVAC SERVICES ACCEPTING RESUMES in all areas. (Plumbing, Sheet Metal, HVAC, Administration) Submit by – Drop in: 238 Talbot St. West, Leamington. Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca. Fax: 519326-3632.

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SERVICES _____________________ INCOME TAX PREPARATION: Good rates on personal, rental, and business returns.

E-file or paper file. Call Jeannette Grass (519) 776-7090.

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KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavesthrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362.

11-tfn _____________________ SEWING / ALTERATIONS - Hemming, pants, gowns, suits, coats, etc., zippers.

Renaissance School of Fashion & More 4 Youth, 28 Centre St., Essex. BETTER Hrs.: M 10-5; T-W 1-5:30; Th 1-6; Closed Fri. 226-348-6241.

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_____________________ CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-1361 or 519-791-5046.

46-tf _____________________ CASH PAID for antiques, costume jewellery, furniture, gold, sterling, coins, tools, complete estates. We take it all!

Free appraisals. Call 519-727-8894. 1-tfn _____________________

YARD SALE _____________________

Advertise your Yard Sale Here!

25 words or less

INCOME TAX  Confidential preparation of Personal, Farm, and Senior Returns.

Pick up and delivery available. E-file or regular filing. Over 35 years experience.

Call Tim Mousseau 519-975-2414 or toll free 1-855-975-2414.

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BARN SALE  April 14 & 15, Rain or Shine.

2809 Cty Rd. 12, Gesto Rd. Essex. 9am3pm. Vintage antiques, and collectables.

Home and garden decor.

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Email your classified info to:

essexfreepress@on.aibn.com 16 Centre Street, Essex

519 776 426 519-776-4268

YARD SALE  (Moving) 396 Talbot St. S, Essex. On Saturday, April 15, 2017, from 9am-4pm.

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MOVING SALE  Various items in good condition at very cheap prices. Call Sheryl at: 226-757-1995.

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General Farm Workers (NOC 8431) – Canadian Select Genetics Ltd. – 30 positions Canadian Select Genetics Ltd., based at 39298 Amberley Road, R.R. # Wingham, Ontario, N0G 2W0, manages and operates turkey breeder farms and flocks for the purpose of producing hatching eggs which are sold on the domestic and international markets.

We are presently seeking 30 General Farm Workers to work at one of four possible locations: a) Lowry Farm located at 1235 Concession 10, RR 3, Ripley, ON, N0G 2R0; b) Ashfield Farm located at 35559 Zion Road, RR 3, Lucknow, ON, N0G 2H0; c) Texas Road Farm located at 3781 Texas Rd., RR 4, Amherstburg, ON, N9V 2Y9; d) Putnam Farm located at 4453 Breen Road, Putnam, ON, N0L 2B0; Duties: • Feed and tend turkeys; • Operate farm machinery and equipment; • Cleaning, sanitation and disinfection of barns, equipment and machinery; • Detecting disease and health problems in poultry; • Monitoring and operating feed and water distribution systems; • Maintaining records of the flocks and environmental conditions under his/her care; • Collection of turkey hatching eggs; • Loading and unloading of turkeys; • Follow all implemented biosecurity and animal welfare procedures and protocols; • Daily equipment and environmental sanitation as required; • Monitoring barns environmental conditions and make the required adjustments to environmental controls in order to maintain optimal conditions.

Requirements: • Attention to detail; • All training to be provided on-site.

Compensation and Benefits: This is a permanent full-time position with a schedule ranging from 45 to 50 hours per week.

Wage ranges from $11.50 to $13.00 per hour depending on experience. Dental, Medical, Disability, Life Insurance and RRSP benefits provided. Uniforms and footwear provided.

To Apply Email: tcollins@canadianselect.ca or fax to: (519) 357-2915

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To place a personal notice, email your photo and content to essexfreepress@on.aibn.com or drop by our office at 16 Centre St., Essex. Personal notices must be received by Monday at 12:00 noon to appear in the Thursday edition. _________________________________________________________

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IN LOVING MEMORY

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In loving memory of

Lloyd Butchart December 2, 1940 - April 10, 2013 Husband, Dad, Papa, & Great-Grandpa

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BIRTHDAYS

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We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

OBITUARIES

ROBINSON, James (Jim) - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jim on April 7, 2017 at the age of 79, after a brief illness. He was born in Sandwich South to the late Rosemary (O’Keefe) & Russell Robinson. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Shirley (Greenough), and children Mitchell (Anne-Marie) and Mitchele (Greg) Baccardax, grandchildren Alana & Mitchell Robinson and Kara Baccardax. Survived by sister Pat (Ron) Rounding of Essex, Glendora & Margaret, brothers Neil (Rose) & Edward, all of Windsor. Predeceased by Jerry, Wayne, and sister Darcy. Jim joined the RCAF in 1957 and retired after 35 years with the rank of Captain and with over 98— flying hours. There will be no funeral, as a cremation has taken place. A memorial service time T.B.A.

~ Lorna, Joy, Brandon, Justine, Violet, Ava, Ben, Carl, Wendy, Carliegh, Carter, Sandy, Glen, Chip, Heather, Dallas, Colton, Santana & Earle

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Let everyone know with your announcement here!

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Email your photo and message to:

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Voice Of Inspiration “Music... will help dissolve your perplexities and purify your character and sensibilities, and in time of care and sorrow, will keep a fountain of joy alive in you.” ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer _________________________________________________________

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CROFT, Sharon Ann (nee Coffey)- Passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Cancer, with her family by her side on April 6, 2017 at 63 years of age. Dear wife of Ron with whom she celebrated over 40 years of marriage. Daughter of the late John (1991) and Doris Coffey (2001). Daughter-in-law of the late Bill (1972) and Phoebe Croft (2001). Loving mother of Bill, Dan (Marjorie) and Alison (Todd) Miller.

Treasured Grandmother of Thomas Croft. Sister of the late John Jr. (1973). Sister-in-law of Ruth Ann (Tom) Fuerth, Bob (Jane) Croft, Jim (Mary Kay) Croft.

She will be sadly missed by her faithful companion ,Cash. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Sharon worked for many years at Canada Post. She was a devoted wife, mother and friend.

Sharon was one of strongest people we have ever known, overcoming many obstacles in her life. She is and will be an inspiration to us all. Special thanks to all of our friends and family for all of the support throughout the years; CCAC; Hospice; 8th Floor - HotelDieu; Windsor Regional Cancer Centre. The visitation and funeral service was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Interment followed at the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Maidstone. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or to the Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington.

You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. _________________________________________________

TAYLOR, Marion Ethel (nee Ish) -Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Royal Oak Long Term Care Centre in Kingsville on Sunday, April 9, 2017 at the age of 94.

Predeceased by her parents Watson and Ethel Ish, her husband Robert `Bob` Taylor (2004) and daughter-in-law Kim Taylor (2005). Survived by her children Linda Stack (Rick), Nancy Barlow (Leon) and Bruce Taylor (Marilyn). Devoted grandma of Erik Stack (Jenny Halford), Brian Stack (Rosetta), Holly Stack-Cutler (Marcus), N at a s h a Barlow, Darren Taylor (Dana), Justin Taylor (Susan), Tristan Taylor (Christine), and GG to 10 great grandchildren. Dearest sister-in-law of Betty Brinacombe (Bob) and dear aunt of nieces and nephews. Marion loved spending any time she could with her family, attending their many activities and graduations. Family was her number one priority. The family would like to thank the staff of Oak Park Terrace in Windsor and Royal Oak Long Term Care Centre in Kingsville for all the care and compassion shown to her throughout her final years. Visitation took place at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Tuesday, April 12 and Wednesday, April 13, 2017 until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Marion`s life. Rev. Jim Hatt officiated. Interment Victoria Memorial Gardens Cemetery. If desired memorial donations made to the Alzheimer Society or the Essex United Church would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www. reidfuneralhome.ca.

What’s Going On...

APRIL 10  LEELEE HATS KNIT CLUB, 1-3pm at Essex Public Library. Join us for a lovely afternoon with an open knit.

APRIL 15 - COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT at Essex Public School. For infants to Grade 6. From 11am-12pm. Free admission.

APRIL 18  ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  At Essex Centre Sports Complex, 1:00pm – 7:00pm. New Donors & Walk Ins Welcome! 1-888-2-DONATE. APRIL 22  ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION’S GENERAL MEETING at Orchard View Golf, 1357 County Rd 34, Ruthven at 9am. For info: 519-738-3476.

APRIL 22  GARAGE AND BAKE SALE at Bethel Maidstone United. From 9:00am - 1:00pm. Lunch and refreshments as well.

APRIL 24 - LEELEE HATS KNIT CLUB, 1-3pm at Essex Public Library. Join us for a lovely afternoon with an open knit.

APRIL 26 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING at Essex Retirees’ centre at 7:30pm. David Ainslie - conservation. Seed & Plant exchange.

APRIL 29  TRADITIONAL PUBLISHING 101 with Elly Blake, Author of ‘Frostblood’ at Essex Library Branch, at 10:30am. Teens & Adults. Register online or at library.

APRIL 29  HARROW K OF C RIB DINNER & DRAW at Harrow Ag. Hall. 6pm dinner, 7pm draw. Proceeds to Kiwanis Camp & Scouts. For info: 519-738-4974.

APRIL 29 - LEGENDS LIVE TRIBUTE  At Essex High School, 7pm. For tickets and more info: www.edhslegends.eventbrite.ca. For Essex High School Athletics.

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519-776-4255 Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Brian, our guest speaker, spoke on how God wants to stop the delays in your life.

The marriage weekend was a great success! Thanks to all who helped and blessings to all who came!

Our next baptism day is May 7th.

Camp Impact-for those completing JK-Grade 6 is on July 11th-13th.

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Restoration House Healing Rooms, open Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon.

For more information, visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com.

Happy Resurrection Day! Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Join us this Easter Weekend. Good Friday Service at 10 am. Rev. Ann will lead the service. Guest flutist Averil Spence-Clarke will join us in the music.

This is a Joint Service with our friends from Belle River United at Woodslee.

Resurrection Sunday - Easter Day: A Sunrise Service at 8am at the Millen Park. Breakfast will follow the service at the church. Regular Service is at 10am at Woodslee. This is also a joint service with our friends from Belle River United. Rev. Ann will lead the service. Doug Wilson will read the Holy Scriptures. Audrey Stanley and Bill Olson will greet you at the door. There will no lunch served after the service as breakfast was served.

Special thank you to everyone who came to the Tartan Dinner last Saturday night. We hope you enjoyed being a Scot for the night.

Please say a special prayer for our friends on the Prayer List.

Coffee and Conversation:Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.

Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

We invite you to join us on Good Friday at 10:30 for worship. Leamington Corps will join us for this service, which is followed by a Potluck Lunch. Lt. Brad Webster will give the message.

We will serve breakfast at 9a.m. on Easter Sunday. Don’t forget to sign up so we know numbers to prepare the food. Worship led by Major Sam Roberts follows at 10:30a.m. All are invited to attend the services.

SA Connections will feature Canada Parks on Tuesday from 10 -1 p.m. Major Shirley Roberts will lead Bible Study at 1pm. We will discuss “ The Power of a Praying Woman.”

See Major Sam to register for the Senior’s Rally in London on Thursday, May 25th. Spots are filling fast!

Pick up your Woman’s Camp application form from Major Shirley. This takes place in Sept at Jackson’s Point, but early registration will ensure you get in.

We will host a Pasta Dinner

Fundraiser for Partners in Mission on Wednesday, April 26th from 5-7 p.m.

Messy Church meets again on Thursday, April 27th from 5:45 -7:30p.m.

Essex United Church Join us Sunday mornings at 10:30 am Holy week starts with a Palm Sunday Communion. For the month of April, our food donations are for the Essex Food Bank.

Holy Week Services: On April 13, Maundy Thursday, join us for a Potluck at 6:30 and service at 7:30. The Good Friday service is April 14 at 7pm in our sanctuary. An Easter Vigil will be held at 7pm at Trinity Anglican in Cottam. Holy Week culminates with a Sunrise service at 8:30am on Easter Sunday. Breakfast will be served in the lower hall. At 10:30am, you are invited to a traditional Easter service.

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, April 21 and 22, at 6pm. Join us at The Pig and Poke Bar as Country & Western stars Dixie Diver and the Downhome Dealers make their triumphant return.

Tickets and information in the church office: (519)776-5121.

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Evelyn Vivier had high score at Monday night Pepper. Cecile St. Denis and Wayne R. tied with the most peppers and Betty Fields was low.

Floyd Cascadden had high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. Wally Laframboise had the most Peppers and Evelyn Vivier was low.

Mavis Law had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. George Diesbourg had the most peppers and Lawrence Dobson was low.

Trinity Church Continue to keep in your prayers Bill, Wendy, Erin, Donald, Cecile, David, and Art. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the

Glory of God and in loving memory of John & Genevieve Souilliere, given by daughter, Gerry Lester.

The ladies are still looking for donations of items to be put on the fidget blankets. We are in need of things to put on blankets for men. To anyone who may have old keys lying around the house, please consider donating them to the ladies. Anyone having items to donate can contact Brenda at 519-8395184 or leave a message at the Church office at 519-776-7711 to arrange a pick up or drop off of items. Watch for our next date to gather to work on the blankets.

Plan to attend our Easter Vigil, Saturday, April 15th at 7PM., and Easter Sunday at 9:15AM. All are welcome to join us in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam!

Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Our prayers and sympathies go to Fr. Moe on the passing of his mother, Edna Charbonneau and also to Ron Croft and family on the passing of his wife, Sharon.

Holy week schedule at St. Mary’s is: Holy Thursday - 7p.m., Good Friday 3p.m., Easter Vigil on Saturday - 7p.m., and Easter Sunday - 9:30a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us.

There is a Fish Fry on Good Friday at

St. Mary’s Hall from 4 - 6p.m. Tickets at the door.

First Communion takes place on April 30th.

The winners of our final Lenten card party were: Ladies - first place Bernadette Mahon, second place Diana Dennis, third place Joanne McMurren, and lowest tally Nancy Alston. Men first place is Don Sylvester, second place Gene Dzvirka, third place J. Girard, and lowest tally Fred Binder. Series winners were Jeannine Mouchk, Mae Tremblay, and Don Sylvester.

Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, and participated in our Lenten card parties.

May you and your family have a Happy Easter.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

You are invited to attend our Good Friday worship service at 10:00am with Pastor Aaron Thompson, Pastor Darrell Edgar and the Ambassador CRC from Windsor. Included in the service we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper.

Join us again on Easter Sunday at 10:00am as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Nursery supervision is provided for both services. Plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea.

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Holy Name of Jesus Church 146 Talbot St. S., Essex | 519-776-8483

Holy Name of Jesus Parish invites you to join us for

Holy Week Thursday, April 13 at 7 p.m. with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 11 p.m.

Good Friday, April 14 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Easter Vigil on Saturday, April 15 at 7 p.m.

Easter Sunday, April 16 at 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Everyone is Welcome!

www.tecumseh.ca

TOWN OF TECUMSEH HOLIDAY HOURS FOR EASTER WEEKEND TOWN HALL: The Tecumseh Town Hall will be closed on Good Friday, April 14, 2017 and Easter Monday, April 17, 2017.

TECUMSEH TRANSIT: There will be no transit service on Good Friday. Information on the transit bus schedule and route map is available on the Town’s website.

TECUMSEH ARENA: The Arena is open for scheduled rentals. Public Skating is cancelled on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

RECYCLING & WASTE DISPOSAL: There are no changes to recycling and waste disposal.

DOG TAG REMINDER The Town’s Dog Control By-law requires every owner of a dog to obtain a license/tag for each dog owned. The fee before March 31st is $15.00. The fee after March 31st is $30.00.

Persons acquiring a dog after the 31st day of March in any year shall obtain from the Town a license/tag within 14 days of the acquisition of such dog. This fee is $15.00 for each dog.

If you no longer own a dog, contact the Town Hall at 519-735-2184 Ext 101 or 109 to have the dog registry amended.

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

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Continued from Page 19 GEMS & Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00pm. All girls and boys from Grade 1-8 are invited to attend.

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

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Woodslee Friendship Club On Monday, April 3rd the Euchre winners were Joanne McMurren, George Diesbourg, Bernice Price, Mary Demars, Gloria Sequin, and Mary Margaret Chevalier.

The Pepper winners for Wednesday, April 5th were Dave McMurren, Bernice Price, Joanne McMurren, Audrey Stanley, Gail Koziana, Flo Rivest, and Janette Chevalier. On Friday night, the Euchre winners were Rob Pickle, Irene Gignac, Mike Renaud, Fran Mckim, Robin Pickle, Ernie Lariviere, and Pat LeBlanc.

We are not playing cards on Good Friday, April 14th. Any information on our card club, please contact Irene at 519-975-2283.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Holy Week Services are as follows: Maundy Thursday Service, 7pm at St. Paul’s,

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April 14: Good Friday, 11 am Family Service and 3pm Traditional Service at St. Paul’s, April 15: Easter Vigil, 7pm at Trinity, Easter Sunday – usual service times.

Bible Study continues after Easter... Come explore a reading for the coming Sunday through the lens of the National Church Program: “Becoming the Story we Tell” on Wednesdays at 7pm: April 19 at St. Paul’s, April 26 at Trinity, May 3 at St. Paul’s, May 10 at Trinity, May 17 at St. Paul’s, and May 24 at Trinity Communion Service at Iler Lodge: April 20 at 10:30am.

Communion Service at Country Village: April 25 at 10:30am.

Our Market is back! See you Saturday, May 6th for our first market of the year, 10am - 2pm in the parish hall.

Regular Sunday Services are as follows: 1st Sunday of the month only there will be an 8am (BCP Eucharist). Weekly 11am (BAS Eucharist & Sunday School.). 3rd Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service.

For more information about what’s going on, please check out 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.

Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service, at 10am. Sunday School is available at 10:15 am.

On Sunday, April 16 - Easter Sunday - The elder on duty is Jennifer Reeb, Nancy and Peter Steeves will greet at the door, and church lock-up is Carson Krol.

Maunday Thursday is on Thursday, April 13. Sharing Holy Communion around the Lord’s Table at 7pm. Our Good Friday service starts at 10am.

We are making meat pies on April 20 at 9:15am. Volunteers appreciated.

Our Yard and Bake sale is on April 22 from 9am-1pm.

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Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

Continued from Page 20 Bingo is on Friday, April 28 at 7pm in Simpkins Hall. Donations appreciated.

Official board meeting and lunch on April 30. Sign up sheets are posted in Simpkins Hall to assist with lunch.

Our Iler Lodge service is on May 2. Volunteers are welcomed and appreciated.

UCW meeting is on May 8, at 1pm. All ladies of the congregation are welcome.

The Mother & Daughter dinner is on May 12th.

Please bring your non-perishable food donations to Mass and drop them in the baskets for St. Vincent de Paul Society.

The next Fish Fry is on Good Friday, April 14 at 4:30pm. All are welcome.

Good Friday service is at 11am and 3pm, Easter Vigil on Saturday at 7pm, and Easter Sunday at 8, 9:30, and 11am.

Edge night is on Wednesday, April 19, from 7-8:30pm, for grades 6-8. Laser Tag night. See Nick for details.

The Squires’ annual garage sale takes place on April 22 from 8am-2pm in the hall.

Accepting donations on Friday, April 21 between 10am-6pm.

The annual Women’s Confrence is on Saturday, May 6 at 8am with Katie Prejean & Fr. Moe Charbonneau. Contact Lori at 519-996-4548 or available from the office.

Golden Age Golf Report After setting records last week, 40 golfers combined for a modest 57 aces only on April 6.

Setting the pace with four holes-in-one aces was Art Sweet. Continuing his stellar play, Art Sweet shot a 15 over 9 holes, 34 over 18 and 77 over 36 holes. The overall low score for 36 holes went to Bill Ward with a 75.

Team 6 took first place bragging rights with a score of 23 (Bryon Walker, Eileen McIntosh, Bill Ward). Nailing down second place was Team 8 (Colleen Pearse, Eva Kah, Lloyd Honey) and third place was Team 5 (Jack Gisi, Tom Dewhurst, Cathy Dewhurst).

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Studebaker dealership in Leamington, ca. 1950

Studebaker dealership in Leamington. Photo courtesy Glenn Young and Canadian Transportation Museum.

In 1852, the Studebaker brothers of South Bend, Indiana, began building covered wagons to cash in on the westward tide of settlement following the discovery of gold in California in 1849. For the next fifty years, their company built horse-drawn vehicles.

1913 Studebaker touring, Canadian Transportation Museum.

Then in 1902, they started building electric cars. J. M. “Wheelbarrow Johnny” Studebaker was the company president and thought gasoline-powered vehicles “clumsy, dangerous noisy brutes (that) stink to high heaven, break down at the worst possible moment, and are a public nuisance.”

But by 1911, the company was building gas-engine Studebakers at the South Bend, Indiana, plant. And by 1913, Studebakers were also built in Walkerville, Ontario (now part of Windsor) with over 3000 built that first year.

Around 1949, Studebaker dealer Gerald Scratch found a 1913 Studebaker touring in original condition in southwestern Ontario and parked it in his showroom on Talbot Street East in Leamington, Ontario, where it became a popular local attraction.

Mr. Scratch took great delight in showing prospective customers the swivel license plates on this car, with Ontario and Michigan plates mounted back-to-back. In 1913, motorists from Ontario who crossed the Detroit River on a car ferry to Michigan had to buy Michigan plates to drive on Michigan roads. The same rule applied to Michigan motorists who came to Ontario.

This came to an end in May 1916 with joint Canada-U.S. legislation known as Reciprocity in License plates as a stimulus to the tourist trade.

Gerald Scratch often drove his 1913 Studebaker in the local Tomato Festival parades.

The car is now on display at the Canadian Transportation Museum at Heritage Village on the Arner Town Line. Well worth visiting. Phone 519-776-6909 for information.

Competition from the Big Three gradually eroded Studebaker’s market share.

The South Bend, Indiana plant closed in 1964 and the Hamilton, Ontario plant in March 1966, ending a company that built wheeled vehicles for 114 years.

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.

Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

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Senior baseball league set to begin

by Fred Groves The Essex Yellowjackets will kick off their Essex County Senior Baseball League season on Sunday, May 7 when they take on the defending league champs, the Woodslee Orioles. Game time at the Gaye Queen Memorial Diamond is 1 p.m.

On May 18, the Essex Juniors will play host to the Orioles at 7 p.m. There are 13 teams in the loop this year.

• Catcher Mitch Hudvagner continues to have a good spring league for the Madonna Crusaders. On Sunday, the Cottam native worked behind the plate and had an rbi double and scored a pair of runs in a 14-1 over Concordia. The day before, Hudvagner was in the DH spot and had a hit and a couple of walks.

• The Essex Minor Hockey Association will host its annual Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet on Friday, April 21 at the Belleview Golf

Course.

• Matt Puempel had one shot, one blocked shot, and 14:01 in total ice time as his team, the New York Rangers, fell 3-1 to his former team, the Ottawa Senators, on Saturday afternoon.

• Still with hockey, the Tony Piroskicoached Leamington Flyers had their season come to an end as they were eliminated from the playoffs by London.

Flyers’ defenceman Kade McKibbon of Woodslee had four assists in 17 post-season games.

• Alex Friesen had a first period goal on Saturday to help Carleton Place Canadiens to a

4-3 overtime win over Kemptville in Junior ‘A’ hockey playoff action.

• From the horse harness racing track at Western Raceway in London, Release the Magic, owned by Boris Laus, was third in the fifth race last Friday, and the Gord Mcdonnelltrained Fashion Rocker won in the tenth. Two days earlier, Mcdonnell’s Nellys Rockette was second in the first race, while David Woods of Essex saw his Asterism finish second in the tenth.

If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

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73’s edging Centennials

- Photo by Laurie Beaten. - Riley Meyerink attempts to block a shot in Essex’s 3-2 win in game two.

by Garrett Fodor For the third straight year, the Essex 73’s are meeting the Ayr Centennials in the semifinals in the quest for the Schmalz Cup. Ayr is the defending champion of the title and a favourite to repeat in entering this series.

After game one of the series, which took place on April 4 in Ayr, it looked like the Centennials would earn their spot in the finals as they handed Essex a 5-0 loss. Mitch Klie had a hat trick for the Centennials as they chased 73’s starter Tyler Ryan from the game midway through the third.

However, heading back to Essex for game two on April 6, it was apparent the Essex athletes realized their mistakes as the team played some of its strongest hockey of the year. They welcomed the visiting Centennials with a hit parade and lots of skating. After one period, the game was tied 1-1.

Dalton Langlois opened the scoring.

After a scoreless second period, Essex continued to exhaust its opponents as the teams played a two-way, back and forth game. Tyler Scott restored Essex’s lead five minutes into the third period. But ten minutes later, Ryan was beaten as Zachary Masterson found a loose puck left by Ryan to send the game into overtime.

Heading into overtime, shots were 31-28 for Ayr. One overtime period did

not solve the deadlock.

In the second overtime period, Ayr picked a bad

time for a line change, and as a result Essex’s Eric Shaw and Tyler Scott made the Centennials defence pay. They were able to walk in and beat Centennials’ goalie Jackson Swindells.

Shots at the end of the game were 47-43 for Ayr. To close out the week, the series shifted back to Ayr for game three on April 9. Ayr was able to find twine in each of the first two periods, and entered the third period with a slim 2-0 lead.

However, Essex was not about to let them have it. Throughout the whole game, Ayr took penalties and were overall sloppy and undisciplined. As a result, it came back to bite them as Eric Shaw

drew his team back on a power-play with 12 minutes remaining. From there, Essex continued to push and it was the Shaw, Langlois, and Scott line that brought the two teams even. As Shaw and Scott entered the offensive zone on a two on two, Shaw was able to use the defenders as a screen and sniped Swindells’ water bottle.

After regulation, shots were 43-27.

In overtime, the teams

exchanged chances, but it was a new line that found the back of the net. Tyler Boughner, Michael Vieira, and Luke Gesce were deployed much of the third period and overtime as a shutdown roll. Boughner and Vieira entered the offensive zone with a burst of speed. Boughner fooled Swindells with a quick snapshot and beat him five-hole. Essex prevailed 3-2 to hold a 2-1 series lead.

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