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A LOOK INSIDE Essex is a little richer following two lottery wins by locals PAGE 3 ________________ Maidstone Historical Society is working hard to reach big goals PAGE 5 _______________ Trinity Anglican Church celebrates 150 years PAGE 10 ________________ Harrow High has big plans for its final year PAGE 11 ________________ Tournament hosted to honour former EMS Chief Bildfell PAGE 24 ________________

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Jones tournament celebrates 15 years

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Town of Essex Council Notes - Monday, April 18, 2016 by Essex Free Press Staff Nomination set for senior award Essex Council supported forwarding Floyd Cascadden of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club as the Essex nominee for the 2016 Senior of the Year Award. During the March 22 Council meeting,

Council moved to ask the community to submit nominations for this award after receiving correspondence from the Minister Responsible for Seniors Affairs. Two names were put forward, Cascadden and Jan Mooney. Continued on Page 8

by Fred Groves The hockey season officially came to an end on Sunday afternoon with championship games in several divisions during the annual Bill Jones Sr. 3-on-3 tournament. Beginning Friday night, the Libro and Shaheen ice rinks at the Essex Centre Sports Complex had hundreds of hockey players of all ages and abilities battle it out in 17 different divisions. In all, this year’s event, the 15th installment, had 66 teams. This tournament is in memory of the late Bill Jones Sr. who was a huge supporter of minor sports in Essex for many years. For several years his family ran the event, but it is now in the capable hands of the Essex Minor Baseball Association.

From novice all the way up to competitive divisions, this was a fun tournament. The rinks were divided into three ice playing surfaces with the middle section used as a warm up area. Each side had three players and a goalie and the action in all divisions was once again fast and furious. There was little stoppage in play and after each goal, teams just played on like a good oldfashioned pond hockey game. Some of the more interesting names of the participating teams this year included the Underdogs, the Puck Hogs, and the Titans. The team that probably had the best jerseys was the Pylons.

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Comedy and suspense entertain at EUC Murder Mystery Dinner

The cast members of Devil’s Gulch Annual Gala prepare for their final performance at the Essex United Church’s Annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre.

by Jennifer Cranston Members of the Essex United Church community donned their thespian hats to entertain the masses at the Church’s 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre this past weekend. A play titled Devil’s Gulch Annual Gala, set at the Bates Mansion, was performed Friday and Saturday nights to sold-out crowds. Director Pearl Cunningham explained that the play follows the story of the Bates Mansion. Owner Norman Bates and two others were killed last year in a mysterious fire, and the only survivor has been left a little “simple” and with a case of amnesia. The story takes place during a masquerade ball. Now the property, rumoured to be haunted, is up for auction and everyone wants it and will do anything to get it. The play boasts a colourful cast of characters, including a mayor who is led around on a leash by his wife. This was the last performance for Russ and Joyce Phillips. The couple has been heavily involved at EUC since arrival in Town three years ago when Russ took a position as CAO for Essex. Just days after the play, the Phillip’s left for Manitoba. He will take on a similar

Some audience members embraced the spirit of the play, showing up in costume to join in the masquerade ball. Shown here are Brian Sweetman and Chris Peltier.

position there. “We are very fortunate that three years ago they came and jumped into all sorts of activities at Essex United,” Cunningham said. “We will miss them when they go (back to Manitoba), but we are happy for them to be going back to their family.” The fundraiser helps with operating costs at the church. This year the money will be put towards a new roof on the gym. Cunningham said the event couldn’t happen without the help of countless volunteers from ticket sellers to kitchen help. “All the work is so appreciated,” she said.

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Essex is a little richer following two lottery wins It’s always exciting to learn that someone in your community has won the lottery. Essex is celebrating twice this month as two local families win big in the LOTTO 6/49. Bernadette and Kenneth McLean of Essex are overjoyed after winning $5 million from the March 23, 2016 LOTTO 6/49 draw. “We stopped for a coffee while travelling through Whitby so we decided to also buy a lottery ticket,” Bernadette recalled while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto where the couple picked up their winnings. “On April 7 we decided to check a few old tickets at the store. When I scanned the third ticket in the self checker it said ‘Big Winner.’” Initially, Kenneth thought they won $500,000. “Then we realized it was a much larger win: $5 million larger! That’s when we knew this was a big deal.” Bernadette and Kenneth waited before validating their ticket. “We left the store and went home so we could get our wits about us. We phoned our children to share the exciting news. Our daughter joked saying, ‘What did you win? Five bucks?’” Bernadette replied: “This win has a few more zeros.” Bernadette and Kenneth are planning to go on a road trip with friends, vacation in Florida, and purchase new furniture. “This win means no worries for the future. We can put money away for our retirement. And we can’t wait to spoil our children and our future grandchildren,” the couple concluded. After picking the same number combination for over 30 years, Alfred Ayotte of Essex is claiming a big prize. Alfred had one of eight winning tickets from the LOTTO 6/49 $13 million jackpot draw on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. His share of the win adds up to $1,623,148.30. The other winning tickets were sold in the Brampton area, Toronto, Windsor, Quebec, and Western Canada. “I always pick the same numbers, regardless of the game I play,” Alfred explained while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto where he picked up his winnings. “I decided to walk to the store on my lunch break to check my numbers.” Alfred scanned his ticket in the ticket checker. “I didn’t have my glasses with me so the numbers on the screen looked blurry. All I could see was the number

one and a comma. I asked the retailer to check my ticket and she thought I won $1,600.” When the validation ticket was printed, the 62 year old healthcare worker realized the win was much higher. “Turns out I won one million dollars!” Alfred shared the good news with his wife. “She told me, ‘Now you can retire.’ I called my boss to say I won’t be returning that day and that I was on my way to pick up my $1.6 Photos million cheque in Toronto.” submitted The father of two is planning to take a vacation, pay off his mortgage, and purchase a new car. “Winning the lottery is unbelievable. Now I will be able to retire early,” Alfred concluded.

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent •••

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I often read that the most important thing in life is what each individual does with the time he or she has here on earth, not what kind of car one possesses, or the size of his or her house. Moments are what we remember when a loved one passes, and what will be remembered about us when our time here has come to an end. Moments are like little snippets of time pulled from the reel of one’s life; they are times when your existence was captured in the memories of others. One day, when all those special moments are strung together, they will highlight what one did with his or her life, and begin to paint the picture of his or her character. I think most people hope those moments string together a positive image, but sometimes how individuals overcome struggles can tell the more important story. That story of a struggle may even help another find

the strength to get through his or her own challenge or difficult time. There are many people who try to make a difference in the lives of others as often as they can, and perhaps do not even realize that their actions make such a powerful impact. Sometimes, what can seem like an ordinary moment in the present, can paint the picture of the past. On Sunday, I covered an event that celebrated Trinity Church’s 150th anniversary. While guest musician Bob Garrett played a song he wrote entitled “Carry On” he showed footage taken of parishioners leaving the church many years ago. In that moment, it was an ordinary thing. The parishioners shook hands with the Minister as they exited as I’m sure they had just about every Sunday morning for years. But, to see that footage many years later, it highlighted a significance to the community of Cottam, the church,

and its parishioners. I’m sure some of the parishioners recognized family members, former neighbours, or maybe even a former teacher in the mix, and I’m sure seeing those faces had those in attendance remembering moments shared with those individuals. I have read about how a single moment has changes a person’s life forever, perhaps that was a near-death experience or one that inspired that person to pursue a certain vocation or knock away a bad habit for a healthier lifestyle. But sometimes it’s those little moments spent with special individuals that help us set our course for the future. Perhaps those are the moments that will be remembered most and be the ones that will highlight the legacy we leave.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch A Great infrastructure job Thanks to Councillor Steve Bjorkman for the explanation about the town debt. I ended my recent comments with ‘let’s hope infrastructure in not neglected.’ I did that because it is not uncommon for a municipal council to delay street repairs, etc., to avoid raising the tax levy. The main street is a good example of the life of a new street. After the old street railway was torn out the main street was rebuilt. The official opening was on November 12, 1976. Perhaps we should celebrate on this 40th year since then. There was a great celebration with a parade led by our Kingsville-Essex band, and the merchants held a three-day sale. It took 13 months to tear up the old street and the rail tracks, along with the other work that needed to be done. When the street was open, new water mains were installed and sidewalks on both sides were rebuilt. The ministry of transportation paid 90 percent of the $1,093,000 cost. I notice the street is showing signs of traffic damage along with the havoc winters can create.

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Maidstone Historical Society is working hard to reach big goals recently lost the use of a neighbouring, municipally owned building when the Town of Lakeshore chose to demolish the building to make room for other facilities. The Museum is chiefly a children’s museum and has a new program that welcomes Junior Historical Society

Lou-Anne Hunt visits with guest over her table of Seacret Beauty Products and Magnolia and Vine Jewelry on Thursday at St. John’s Hall in Woodslee.

Diane Toﬄemire checks out chemical free cleaning products at the Norwex table run by Laura DePaola at the Maidstone Museum’s quarter auction on Thursday.

by Jennifer Cranston Maidstone Historical Society held a fundraising event at St. John’s Hall in Woodslee last Thursday to help support its big goals for the coming year. The Society runs the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum. “We are not a very big group, but we are a very busy group,” Society President and Museum Curator Vicky Beaulieu said. Participants at the auction included several quarter auction newbies, including Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain. Beaulieu said the evening was successful and that the funds raised will help to offset the cost the upcoming 1812

francophone cabin to the grounds. Moving and restoring the cabin are an enormous undertaking that will better allow the children’s museum to teach about the region’s francophone and voyageur history. The original museum

Encampment taking place May 21 and 22. The encampment is a live educational experience with reenactors recreating the era of the War of 1812. This year, Parks Canada, through Fort Malden, is partnering with the Maidstone Museum, as is the Provincial Marine group. The Society is also raising money for some big capital projects around the museum. By the end of this year it is hoped work on a 20 foot by 30 foot addition that will serve as a small hall or auditorium will begin. The addition will restore the museum’s ability to host guest speakers and workshops. They are also in the process of moving a local

members. The members of this group study local history, learn old/ traditional skills like finger weaving, crafting from deer-hide, and more. The Society is also visiting area schools through a partnership with the Metis Council of Windsor.

structure also needs upgrades in its electrical and heating and cooling systems. “We are restructuring and rebuilding following the loss of the resource centre,” Beaulieu explained. The Society

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WETRA honours volunteers & helps launch book by Sylene Argent On Saturday evening, the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) invited the community out to its Essex-based horseback riding facility to join in a night of celebration. WETRA’s Managing Director Becky Mills explained there were many reasons to host Saturday’s celebration. The event acted as a celebratory wrap-up for WETRA’s annual ride-athon that had its clients ride around a kilometerand-a-half down the adjacent greenway and

back up to the facility. The clients raised funds through pledges though the Ride-a-Thon. Proceeds will go towards helping with operating costs. Mills was pleased to announce the Ridea-Thon was successful. The clients raised around $7000 though the annual fundraiser. Leah Hess raised the most pledges with $1110. The Ridea-Thon not only raised funds for WETRA, but also raised awareness as clients, when asking for pledges, talked about the services WETRA provides.

Also on Saturday night, WETRA recognized its long list of volunteers who have donated their time to help out during its fundraising events, in maintaining the facility, and in caring for the several horses and the other animals housed onsite. Volunteers also donate their time to help keep WETRA’s clients safe when they take their lessons. Recently, one of WETRA’s part time riding instructors Brittany Wigfield wrote a children’s book entitled “Something the Same.” She based the main

character, named Amanda, off of one of WETRA’s students, ten year old Amanda Loewen. The book was launched during the celebration night on Saturday evening. Wigfield, who is also an elementary school supply teacher, explained she has given Amanda riding lessons at WETRA, but it was when she supplied for her class at school one day that Wigfield got the inspiration to write “Something the Same.” She said she was impressed with the good care Amanda’s classmates

“Something the Same” author Brittany Wigfield poses with therapeutic riding horse, Toby, and WETRA client Amanda Loewen (left), who inspired the book.

provided her. The book, a stable fable, tells the story of a young girl named Amanda

who uses a wheelchair to get around and how she

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Essex Council Notes for Monday, April 18... In order to be nominated, the individual had to be an outstanding local senior who, after the age of 65, has enriched the social, cultural, or civic life of that community. Council could only support one nomination. To determine which name to support Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Robert Auger picked a name from a hat. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said both individuals were deserving of the title. He further suggested that a letter be drafted to the individuals recognizing that their names were submitted for the nomination and how Cascadden was chosen.

In the letter to Council submitting Cascadden as a possible nomination, it noted he has been an active member of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club since 1985. He has held a series of positions with the Club, including President, Vice President, Board member, Maintenance Chairperson, and all around volunteer. He also convenes activities, such as carpet bowling, bridge, and special card tournaments. In the letter supporting Mooney, it notes she has devoted a lot of time and many years to schools, and she has worked with many students, including youth who may have some struggles in a certain academic topic.

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In addition, Council also received and supported correspondence from the Minister for Senior Affairs asking Council to consider proclaiming June 1-30 as Senior’s Month. Business Climate Survey Results Essex Council received the department of Economic Development’s report “Town of Essex Business Climate Survey Summary.” The report noted the purpose of the survey was to gather information to better understand the local business base, identify common themes and emerging trends, and establish priorities for economic development projects. It continues that the response rate was not as good as expected, but the information received is valuable and should be seen as a starting point for further conversation with businesses. The report continues that the lack of participation in the survey could indicate “just how disengaged the business community feels at the present time, and accentuates the need to keep the conversation going with a formalized business visitation program.” The report noted the survey was opened over 200 times, but only 29 fully completed surveys were submitted. 12 of those surveys came from Essex Centre and 17 were from Harrow Centre. Overall, the report highlights, most of the respondents do not anticipate any big changes, some are experiencing difficulties in finding qualified employees, some are dissatisfied with the condition of buildings and the number of vacant store fronts, businesses are finding the costs of conducting business is becoming harder to cover. Many believe the Town could do more to help market the area and would like to see better directional signage. Councillor Steve Bjorkman said the survey did not get a lot of response, but the information that was collected was good. He would like the data from Harrow Centre and Essex Centre separate because each area has unique challenges. The issue of signage showed up many times through the report, he said, and that is an issue currently being worked on. Councillor Bill Caixeiro said though there were not many respondents, 69 percent of

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sometimes feels left out when her classmates play in the grass. It follows her as she takes a riding lesson, something she can do the same as everyone else. “Well, maybe there’s lots that Amanda can’t do. But there is something special she can do just like you,” Wigfield wrote in the book, referring to Amanda taking riding lessons. The character in the book then gets to tell her schoolmates how she rides horses during show and tell, and this helps the character get better connected with the other students. Amanda said she thought it was awesome that Wigfield named the main character in the book after her. Wigfield said the book is likely for youth aged three through 13. It is available at the WETRA facility. The book will act as a fundraiser for one of WETRA’s riding horses, Toby. The funds raised will go to help sponsor his cost for a year. “Toby sets a very high bar for other equine therapists to reach, and is one of the most reliable and faithful horses in the herd,” Wigfield acknowledged in her book.

Essex Council Notes... of those who did fill out the survey rated Essex as good or excellent when asked to rate their overall impression of Essex as a place to do business. “So we are doing something right,” Caixeiro said. National Day of Mourning Council supported Councillor Steve Bjorkman’s recommended that Essex follow the provincial lead and lower the Canadian, Provincial, and Municipal flag to half mass on April 28 for the National Day of Mourning. It’s in recognition of workers who have been injured, killed, or have suffered illness as a result

of their jobs. The intent of lowering the flags is to promote workplace safety and pay respect to those workers and their families. Council moved the recommendation. Motion rescinded Councillor Steve Bjorkman put a motion forward to rescind resolution (R15-10-468) that was adopted at the October 5, 2015 Council meeting that would have a member of the audience apologize to Council before the Council meeting proceeded. It needed 2/3rds of Council support to be passed. This motion would pass with a vote of 5-1 in a recorded vote with Councillor Randy Voakes in opposition. Mayor Ron McDermott vacated his chair as he said he had a conflict of interest. Before the vote took place, Councillor Voakes asked that the motion be tabled. He said he believes when anyone attends a Council meeting, no one should shout, gesture, swear, cackle, or be disrespectful. Before Council voted on it he asked that an integrity commissioner be brought on the issue immediately to review it and give a recommendation to Council rights. He did not receive

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a seconder to table to motion. Voakes asked if Council was making the decision on this matte just on feeling. He was told during the meeting that Council received legal advice on the issue, but argued that he believed the legal advice received on the issue was not legal advice. Councillor Bjorkman said the only person who has the ability to ask someone to leave the chamber is the chairperson, and that decision has to be made at the moment the incident is happening. Council, he said, does not have a right to remove anyone. He said administration gave him

this information. Councillor Sherry Bondy said “Unfortunately, at times, our Chair does not do what we need him to do.” She suggested that in the future if anyone on Council sees anything in the audience they do not wish to see, that a point of order be called to address it. If the Mayor cannot address it, the Deputy Mayor should be asked to address it, she said. Car show Councillor Voakes announced he will work with Board of Director members from the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village to host one car/custom motorcycle show per month in the municipal parking lot adjacent to the Heritage Gardens.

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Essex Council Notes... These car/custom motorcycle shows will take place once a month on Wednesday evenings during the Essex Summer Concert Series. The show will take place on June 8. Voakes hopes a few restaurants and stores will remain open on that night, he hopes there is opportunity to have vendors there. Good wishes to CAO A few weeks ago, Essex CAO Russ Phillips announced he would leave Essex to take a similar job in Manitoba, which would be closer to family. Councillor Bill Caixeiro said the news came as a shock. He thinks it is unfortunate Phillips is leaving, but hopes to find a good candidate to replace him. Hearing the news Phillips would leave Essex, Caixeiro said, created a horrible feeling, one he said was reminiscent of what he

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felt when he got the phone call his father passed away. Though Phillips was not born or raised locally, Caixeiro believes people who met him and knew what he did for a living would think he was born and raised in Essex. He described Phillips as professional, a good leader, and a gentleman. Deputy Mayor Meloche found Phillips was professional and learned he likes to get involved in the community. “He delved right into all the issues we had, and didn’t miss a step,” he said. Many Councillors offered best wishes to Phillips, and Mayor Ron McDermott presented him a parting gift on behalf of the Town. He said Phillips was trustworthy. Phillips said it has been a privilege to serve the community along with the present and former terms of Council. He said in the three years he worked here he was able to work with a fine and dedicated staff. “It’s been a great run,” he said. Accessibility Committee Jeff Willms* Tel: 519-974-3200 ext. 2223 MBA, CFP , CLU, CH.F.C., CHS Fax: 519-974-3282 wants County-wide apWillms Financial Services Inc.* willms.financial@sunlife.com proach Greenwood Centre www.sunlife.ca/wfs.inc. 3200 Deziel Drive, Suite 508 Council approved Windsor, ON N8W 5K8 a request from the *Mutual funds offered by Sun Life Financial Investment Services (Canada) Inc. Accessibility Committee, to recommend to the County of Essex, that an Accessibility Coordinator for the County be obtained. An Accessibility Coordinator would develop a county-wide program that would equip businesses and agencies with the tools and resources they need to meet the requirements of the provincial accessibility ®

legislation. New shoulder flashes for Essex Fire Essex Fire & Rescue uniforms will get new shoulder flashes (or crests).The new flashes, with new logo, are already part of the uniform budget. They will cost around $3,000, including application to the shirts, jackets, etc. These new crests are less expensive than the old ones. West Nile control Council approved a request from the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit to permit the application of mosquito larvicide into surface water and catch basins. Councillor Larry Snively inquired as to when the program would begin. Director of Infrastructure Chris Nepszy explained that they usually begin in late spring or early summer, but that he has requested an earlier start. Councillor Randy Voakes expressed

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concerns about enforcing bylaws regarding standing water in residential areas to reduce mosquito breeding grounds. He said that there is a particular problem with people not opening pools and leaving them to become stagnant. Nepszy explained that if residents have complaints about standing or stagnant water, they should contact the town and create a service order so that town staff can address it. Organ Donation Month Councillor Steve Bjorkman pointed out that April is Organ Donation Month. Conversation centred on 13-year old Kaidyn Blair, who is an Essex resident, organ recipient, and advocate for organ donation. Apr. 27 is Organ Donation Day in Essex and a flag will be raised in honour of organ donation and Blair.

Trinity Anglican Church celebrates 150 years

by Sylene Argent The congregation at Trinity Anglican Church, that little white church in the cemetery in Cottam, is pleased to celebrate 150 years of worship this year. In recognition of this milestone, a few celebratory events are planned. On Sunday, the congregation welcomed local musician Bob Garrett to its early morning mass. Garrett performed three songs for the congregation, sharing his vocal and guitar playing talents. Throughout the mass, Garrett would enhance the proceedings with a song. He wrote two of the three songs he played. Garrett said it was an honour to be able to offer his gift of music to the members of

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Trinity Anglican Church. In preparing for the opportunity to play on Sunday morning, Garrett said he had time to reflect on the church and its connection to the community. Five generations of his family have worshipped within the church’s walls. The church was built in 1866. “The church is beautiful. I love the structure,” Garrett said. But, it is the people within the church that make it special. He reflected on the individuals over the years who have come to the church to grieve and pray. The first of two original songs that Garrett performed was called “Blessed Trinity.” He wrote this song when the church celebrated its 125th anniversary. He added a new part to the song since, and jokes that the song seems to continue to grow as the church gets older. He wrote the song shortly after his mother passed away, who was a big part of the church, he said. The lyrics, he said, talk about how the church was built by hand, and recognizes the church’s beauty in its simplicity. The song is also about keeping faith in others. The second original song Garrett performed was “Carry On.” It was about passing on the torch. Over the 150 years Trinity Anglican Church has been in existence there have been many individuals who have stepped up to do whatever needed to be done, he said. The church choir joined Garrett in performing “Carry On.” While this song was played, a video clip filmed many years ago was shared that features parishioners exiting the church. Garrett wondered if anyone in the church on Sunday recognized any of those individuals. Continuing with celebrating Trinity’s 150th anniversary, on May 22 the congregation will tell stories about past members. A memorial tree planting will follow. On June 4, it will host an Old Fashion Country Fair.

Harrow High has big plans for its final year by Jennifer Cranston Harrow District High School may be closing, but students and the community still have some exciting things to look forward to between now and the end of June. The students will share their theatrical skills with the community on April 28, 29, and 30, when they present The Wedding Singer. Tickets are available at the door each night. Co-director Paul Gelinas explained that the Wedding Singer is a Broadway musical based on the Adam Sandler movie. The main character is a professional wedding singer who is stood-up at the altar. He falls for an engaged co-worker, and must pull off “the performance of a lifetime” to win her. Approximately 30 students from grades seven to nine are participating in the play. “The kids are having a blast,” Gelinas said. “Many have stepped up to take on several behind the scenes tasks as well.” Even the head

choreographer is student, Sydney Mucha. Closer to the end of the year, HDHS will host a Celebration of Education barbeque and open house on June 18. Committee member Amy Bondy explained that this will be a celebration and reunion for current students, alumni, past and present staff, and the entire community. The event and the barbeque are free and open to everyone. Bondy said that current plans will include memorabilia, a video montage, and much more at the event. Organizers are still looking for old photos, memories, and memorabilia. Bondy said anything submitted should include a name and contact information. “We will take care of them and return them,” she said of photos or memorabilia. They are also looking for alumni of all ages to share their memories. If anyone wants to write a letter sharing their memories of

HDHS, they are welcome to submit those as well. For more information, or to share a photo or letter, contact the committee at hdhscelebration@ gmail.com. There is also a Facebook page with further information. “This is to celebrate all the education that has taken place here since 1904,” Bondy said. “Come and celebrate all of the great things that have happened over the decades.” Also in June, students from grades nine to 12 will camp and hike at the Bruce Peninsula.

Gelinas is an organizer for this event. He explained that there have been trips to Bruce National Park in previous years, for seniors, or leadership classes. This time it is for all of the high school students, and it is free to them. “It is something positive for the kids to look forward to,” he said. There is no cost to the students or their families for this trip. A Ride 4 UR School event at Renaud Ford on April 16 was only one of the many fundraisers that are helping to pay for the trip.

Slim Down For Summer at BeachWalk Family Fitness BeachWalk Family Fitness is a family owned and operated business, with locations in Belle River, Essex, and LaSalle. If you have been curious about joining BeachWalk, now is the time to see what BeachWalk has to offer and become acquainted with a team of professionals who want to see you succeed with all of your health and fitness goals. BeachWalk Family Fitness is opening its doors to anyone interested in learning how to get in the BEST shape of their life. Stop in and see what we can do for you to help you attain that goal! Current members and non-members are welcome to an Open House, Slim Down for Summer Event on Saturday, April 23, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, at the Essex Location. During the Open House event you will meet their team of Certified Fitness Professionals as well as the Alternative Health Services team, including an in house Chiropractor, and a Registered Massage Therapist. Have all of your burning fitness questions answered, or simply come by for a tour of the facility. BeachWalk is more than just a fitness facility. The fitness club focuses on individual wellness and offers a variety of programs to address individual needs. Whether it is nutritional counseling, personal training, massage, chiropractic care, fascia stretch therapy, muscle activation techniques, and reflexology, BeachWalk has qualified personnel to answer your questions and guide you. The BeachWalk staff assist everyday people in their journey to get fit and live a healthier lifestyle. Staff work with members based on their individual goals and personal health and fitness levels. No one is too old, or too ‘unhealthy’ to get their health and fitness on track. BeachWalk promotes pain free movement, and wants everyone to experience their optimal selves. Perhaps you need a bit of guidance to start your journey, but with the help and motivation of our BeachWalk team, you will get started on your way in no time. All members of the community are welcome to this event. We have something for everyone and are excited to meet with you and discuss your fitness and health goals!

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11-year old Cameron Soucie, a volunteer with the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, displays the birdhouse youth were able to make during the 151st Anniversary of Jack Miner’s Birthday celebration. He has enjoyed his volunteer experience at the Sanctuary.

by Sylene Argent Over the April 16th weekend, around 800 residents and nature

enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the 151st Anniversary of Jack Miner’s Birthday and

National Wildlife Week at the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation. Not only did the event celebrate Miner’s life, but a few activities hosted over the weekend doubled as fundraisers for the Foundation. The Wild Thing Wing Ding Birthday Bash dinner offered a wild game supper and live music. Another fundraiser offered a test drive of a new vehicle from Lally Ford in exchange for a donation made to the Sanctuary. The weekend event offered plenty of free activities for families to enjoy, which helped spark a desire to look after nature and all its creatures. Visitors enjoyed going through the Museum and learning about the birds onsite. The youth also able to build a

Lucas enjoys the trout pond during the 151st Anniversary of Jack Miner’s Birthday.

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The hands of Mary Baruth, Executive Director of the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, display a date book published for 1925, but was used by Miner’s son, Jasper, in 1933 to record birds that were banded that year.

What’s Going On... APRIL 27 - ESSEX District Horticultural Society Meeting - Essex Retirees’ Centre at 7:30pm. Albert St. Pierre speaks about Orchids. Plant & Seed exchange. APRIL 30 - CTMHV Dinner & Dance - Feat. Crystal Gage & Ryan St. Denis. From 5:00 - 10:30pm. Contact today for tickets & info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com. MAY 1 - EKBOFMA presents SPRING BLUEGRASS MUSIC CELEBRATION - From 1:30-5pm at the Kingsville Lakeside Park Pavilion. Free! For info: 519-975-2792. MAY 28 - LAND & SEA FUNDRAISER  A McGregor Squirettes of Mary fundraiser. At the K of C McGregor, 9560 Walker Rd. ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY: 519-726-6494.

The event also offered a sportsmen’s yard sale on the Saturday, which organizers would like to expand over the weekend for next year. Special to Sunday morning, the community enjoyed a free pancake and sausage breakfast. Many of those who enjoyed the breakfast made a donation to the foundation. In just over three hours, around $700 was raised just through this effort. Mary Baruth, Executive Director of the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, commented that though the weather was cold, damp, and even offered some snow and rain at times, the event still had a great turnout. The effort of the staff and volunteers with the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, Baruth said, is starting to put life back into Jack Miner’s. For a long time, the sanctuary was fairly quiet. With the special events hosted there now, along with summer day camps for the kids, the community continues to celebrate the conservation efforts of Miner and the sanctuary. Volunteer numbers are growing, but there is always a need to recruit new help. Anyone interested can contact the sanctuary for more details. Recently, Baruth was going through a box she found onsite in the Jack Miner home, and she found an item that she found particularly interesting. It was a little date book published for 1925, but was used by Miner’s son, Jasper, in 1933 to record information about birds bands. That year, Baruth said, 1470 birds received bands. Baruth was excited to recently learn the Foundation would receive $82,200 through the Building Communities Through Arts, Culture, and Heritage grant. This will help establish a drive-through art gallery at the Main and Division intersection in Kingsville. Local artists are urged to paint scenes of wildlife and birds related to Miner’s legacy. It is hoped to rotate the art for ten years. The second part of the project includes planting a garden at Miner’s memorial in Kingsville.

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Messy Church meets again on Thursday, Apr. 21, from 6-8p.m. Everyone is welcome, and best of all, it’s free! This year’s Women’s Retreat at Jackson’s Point will be Sept. 23-25. Get your application in early as the spots go quickly for this exciting weekend. The theme is THRIVE- Don’t Just Survive. Thursday, May 12th is the Senior’s Rally at the Hellenic Centre in London. Registration is due by May 5th. See Major Sam for an application. Come out to our free movie night on April 24th at 6p.m. Love Letters to God is a wonderful presentation for all the family and friends to enjoy. If you have a prayer request please post it on the Wall of Prayer in the foyer.

The next Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, May 3, at 2:00 pm. We always welcome volunteers. The U.C.W. meet on Monday, May 9th at 1:00 pm Please join us for our upcoming events: BINGO is on April 29, in Simpkins Hall, at 7:00 pm. A Mother/Daughter Pot Luck Dinner is on Friday, May 6. A Detroit River Cruise takes place on Saturday, June 4 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm.

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Pastor Jay continued teaching on his series, “Why Am I Here?” We are here to dispel darkness. We have a choice what to dwell on. We don’t need to build the church. We need to advance the kingdom and then invite them to the party! Legacy Dinner (60+) April 21st. 6:30 p.m. at Michael and Johanna Johnsons. Spring Conference is “The Sound of Transformation” on April 27-29 with Pastor Jeﬀ John’s. Mother’s Day, May 8th: Bake Sale to raise funds for Titian Ministries. Legacy Men’s Ministry (60+) Saturday, April 30th at Gerry Gagnes. Restoration House Healing Rooms, open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Be blessed! Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Join us every Sunday at 11 a.m. for Family Worship led by Major Sam Roberts. Stay for coﬀee afterwards and meet our church family! There will be a Potluck Lunch at SA Connections on Tues. April 19th (10 -1 p.m.) Bring a favorite dish to share. You are invited to stay for Bible Study at 1 p.m. led by Major Shirley Roberts.

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. This is Memorial Sunday, as we remember our members who passed away and light a candle in their memory. Rev. Ann will give her special message. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Tom Ruston. Greeting you at the door on this special day will be Fran McKim and Jean Matalik. The lunch after the service is Pot Luck. Bring a dish to share. Last Saturday night was our “BIG MOUTH BIG BOWL CHALLENGE-SOUP EDITION.” There were 15 homemade soups entered. After everyone in attendance tasted the soup, and voted on the soup they liked. After the vote, first place went to Elaine Ireland for her cream of asparagus, second place went to Syliva Crozier for her seafood chowder, and third place went to Brett Charrette for his cheddar ale soup. Please pray for everyone on our pray list. Need a ride to church or a special event. Please contact us at the church office at 519-975-2252 by 2 pm the Thursday before. Choir Practice: Mondays 7:30 pm. If you like to sing & praise the Lord, please join! Coffee and Conversation: Thursday at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Donna Eyraud had high score at Monday Night Pepper this week, while Roger Monchamp and Audrey Ostrander tied with the most Peppers. Floyd Cascadden had high score at Tuesday Afternoon Pepper. Audrey Ostrander had the most Peppers and Tom Kelly was low. Doug Fields had high score at Wednesday Night Pepper. Debbie Monchamp had 8 Peppers and Audrey Stanley was low. Coleen Chevalier had high at Thursday Night Bridge. Edna Chevalier and Joan Broeder tied with second. Join us for our monthly Special Monday Night Pepper on the 25 followed by the Pepper Party the next day on the 26th.

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Trinity Church Keep in your prayers James, Bill, Debbie, Cindy, Doris, Grace, and Paul. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Shirley Findlay, given by the congregation. Happy Birthday wishes this week go to Anna Kistulinec, David Boose, and Larry Layson. WOW! A big thank you to our guest singer last Sunday, Bob Garrett. It was such a pleasure to see you, “back at home” with us and sharing your gift of music. What can we say other than it was beautiful. It was also so nice to see so many parishioners dressed in fashion of the era to celebrate our 150th Anniversary. Can’t wait to see what else is planned for the year! If you have ordered pies they will be ready for pick up Saturday April 23rd, between 12 and 2. Thank you to all for the support received in this fundraiser. Keep your eyes open for the next one... Rhubarb. Remember our year long toy drive. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam! All are welcome.

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A big thank you to all who supported our Spaghetti Dinner. All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is available at 10:15am. We welcome Sunday Service guest speakers Rob Cornies on April 24 and Richard Dalton on May 1. Our Indoor Yard & Bake Sale is on April 23 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Lunch available.

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Kids Curing Cancer presents cheque to honour Grandfather’s memory by Jennifer Cranston In February, Kids Curing Cancer held its annual fundraiser in honour of the youth organizers’ late grandfather. They raised $6,850 for the Patient Assistance Program

at the Windsor-Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation. Lauren Baillargeon founded Kids Curing Cancer to thank the people who cared for her grandfather Dan Gerard, while he battled cancer.

Sadly, Dan passed away shortly after the second fundraiser, but the legacy of giving continues. They are a musical family, so the children, family members, and volunteers put on a concert and invite the whole community each year. Back in February, Lauren said she intended to continue with her mission and bring other children into the organization as time goes on. “Thank you to everyone that helped Lauren, Ty, and Kierstyn support this great program in honour of Grandpa. This fundraiser has become more than just about collecting money for those that need it in our community,” Lauren’s mother, Jody, said. “When this all started

Ty Baillargeon, Mason Gerard, Lauren Baillargeon, and Kierstyn Baillargeon present a cheque for $6,850 to the Cancer Foundation.

in 2014, Lauren made a comment about us having so many good people around us. This is something that you have all shown them and something they will

carry with them. There have been so many unexpected “life lessons” that have come out of this experience over the past 3 years.” The cheque

presentation was on March 9th, a day after Dan’s birthday. The family is already making plans for next year’s event.

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Addison and Ashley learn about the importance of swimming with a buddy from lifeguard Rachel Stanley.

First aid instructor Stephen Maag discusses the four stages of consciousness during CPR classes at the Essex Recreation Complex on Saturday.

by Jennifer Cranston Summer safety was the theme at April Pools Day in Essex. Families had plenty of opportunity to learn about pool and water safety at the Essex Recreation complex on Saturday. There were also opportunities to learn

kitchen safety,” Captain Randy Kaufmann said. The day included contests and draws for the children, as well as a bake sale. The Town also offered $5 CPR certification classes that day. Kaufmann said that youth in Essex are well informed and well prepared. Events like this are a big part of safety education. Kim Hillier was there with her five year old daughter, Quinn. The family is putting in a backyard pool later this year. Hillier said that she brought Quinn to this event to help her to understand the importance of safety. Quinn takes swimming lessons already and Hillier was pleased to see that her daughter was learning and remembering important safety tips at April Pools Day.

about fire safety and first aid. This was the 9th annual event that focused on pool safety and other summer safety tips for children and families. “We do this at this time of year on purpose, it gives us a head start on backyard pool season,”

Assistant Manager of Programming for Essex Jason Jolicoeur said. Essex Fire & Rescue was also on hand to talk about back yard fire safety and cooking safety. “Summer is coming and kids will be home more. It’s a good time to remind them about

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Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com. Kid’s Club is oﬀered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson

We warmly welcome you to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our weekly Worship Service and Sunday School. Your presence is always a blessing to us and we hope our church family will be a blessing to you! Last Sunday, we welcomed Troy Joseph Drouillard, son of Ross and Lauren (Salter) Drouillard, through the celebration of Holy Baptism. Cancelled postage stamps, Sanford’s tapes, old prescription glasses, pop tabs and plastic milk bags are collected at Harrow United Church. These items assist various programs both locally and across Canada. Thank you for your generous contributions. Labelled boxes may be found in the Narthex of the church. The Sunday School Classes are going to be making Bird Houses as a project this Spring. All children are welcome to participate. This project will take place each Sunday following morning worship. To learn more about our caring faith community, to hear one of Rev. Staples’

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Happy Anniversary wishes this week to Chris & Kathy McCarthy. Happy Birthday wishes to Fr. Paul Rocheleau who is 88 years young. Please keep all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers. Enjoy this beautiful weather!

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The K of C Fish Fry is on April 29th, from 4:30-7:00 pm. Take-out is available. Our Pasta Dinner and BINGO fundraiser on Saturday, April 30, starting at 6:15, will help support our Steubenville Youth Conference. An Anniversary Mass for Marriage takes place Sunday, May 1 at 2:30pm with Bishop Fabbro. The Annual Women’s Conference is on Saturday, May 7 with Keynote Speaker Kimberly Hahn. Tickets and information are available at the Parish Oﬃce. God Bless you all and have a great week. Essex Community Services Essex Community Services’ third Annual WINE TOUR is being held on Saturday, June 4th from 11:30am to 4pm. For more information and to register, please call 519776-4231, email ecs@essexcs.on.ca, or drop by 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, Essex. We look forward to a fun-ﬁlled day! Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

The Jubilee Refugee Committee of St. John’s and St. Mary’s will have a Bottle Drive, so please save your beer and liquor bottles and drop them oﬀ this weekend (April 23-24) at St. Mary’s or at St. John’s. St. John’s/St. Mary’s Jubilee Refugee Committee will coordinate a new Parish Family Photo Directory. Each participating family will receive a free photo and a free photo directory. Photo sessions will take place from June 1-4 at St. Mary’s hall. Sign up sheets will be at the back of the church.

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It is GEMS Sunday and we invite you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. The GEMS will be involved in the service and showing us what they have learned throughout the year! Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. On Monday evening, at 6:30 pm GEMS & Cadets will finish up their year with the Kub Kar Races! Let’s see whether the GEMS can keep the winning streak or if the Cadets will finally win the trophy. All parents, and 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.

Essex United Church Our Sunday morning worship service begins at 10:30 am. with a fellowship hour following. Our new sanctuary television system is up and running. This will be a wonderful addition in our church life. Our Yard Sale and Bake Sale will take place on April 29 and April 30. There will be a luncheon on Friday as well. We are having a concert series this year which we are calling “Fiddler on the Roof.” Jesus is calling us to oﬀer some wonderfully talented folks and to use the proceeds to

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Continued from Page 20 assist with the roof repair. The ﬁrst concert will be on Friday, May 6th at 7pm. It will feature the “Avanti Duo.” Please plan to attend and bring friends. A special thank you to everyone who helped to make our Murder Mystery success! See you all next year. Golden Age Golf Report It was a good day for holes-in-one last Thursday. 48 golfers sunk 71 aces. Bill Ward and John Murphy excelled on the course, each dropping 6 aces each. Best 9 Holes for on the day when to Bill Ward, who scored an impressive two rounds of 16. Ward also captured the best 18 Hole Score of 32 as well as the best score for 36 Holes, with an outstanding score of 68. Team #2 (Rose Taylor, Linda Walsh, Art Sweet, Herb Ascott) and Team #6 (Murray Cascaden, Mike Binder, Cathy Dewhurst) shared ﬁrst place, each with a score of 245. Second place was shared by Team #10 (Barry Sweet, Mary Binder, Marie Lasi) and Team #14 (Wanda Hayes, Eunice, Cascaden, Bill Ward). Capturing the third position was Team #9 (Barb Murphy, Caroline Ascott, Bill Taylor). Play Resumes at Colasanti’s at 9:30 AM April 21, 2016. The banquet is on May 12. Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley

Our new Bible Study series continues on Tuesdays, from 5:30-7:30 or Wednesdays, from 10:00-11:30 at St. Stephen’s. We will explore the Book of Revelations. All are welcome. St. Stephen’s Annual Yard Sale is on Saturday, April 30th from 8:30-2:00. If you have any treasures you’d like to donate, contact Dave Jessop or leave a message on

the church phone. Get ready for Church of the Redeemer’s “Pie Palooza” on Mother’s Day weekend, May 7 & 8, held at the Bloomin’ Gardener, 6673 8th Concession, in Oldcastle. We eagerly await a visit from Bishop Robert Bennett on Sunday, May 8 to help us kick oﬀ the 175th Anniversary celebrations of the congregation at St. Stephen’s. Come visit us at St. Stephen’s and join us for worship at 10am on Mother’s Day as we praise God for decades of ministry here in our community. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.

Regular Sunday morning services are at am (BCP Eucharist) & 11am (BAS Eucharist); Sunday School also takes place during the 11am service. Please check out our website at www.stpaul’strinity.org and our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at oﬃce@ stpaulstrinity.org.

Woodslee Friendship Club Come and play cards with us now that the weather is turning nice. Monday euchre winners were George Diesbourg, Helene Manley, Mary Demars, Irene Gignac, Audrey Stanley, and Shirley Quinlan. Pepper winners for Wednesday were Dave McMurren, George Diesbourg, Joanne McMurren, Mary Demars, Elmer Quinlan, Marc Mailloux, and Sandy McGuire. The Friday euchre winners were Dave McMurren, Joan Broeders, George Diesbourg, Edna Chevalier, Joanne McMurren, Audrey Stanley, and Mike Renaud. Call Irene at 519-975-2283 for more info about our card club.

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An email arrived from Lionel Aasen of Leamington, Ontario: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hi Bill. I had a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 Chevy â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two-Tenâ&#x20AC;? which I would love to have again but probably never will. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The car which always seemed most appealing to me was the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;57 Chevy Bel Air. I worked in Flin Flon, Manitoba, in 1957 between Grades 11 and 12 at a GM dealership doing tires, grease and oil and undercoating cars â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the dealer had a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;57 Chevy. One of the first jobs I had at the garage was to change oil in that car. I poured four quarts of oil into it and it ran onto the floor as I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put the drain plug back in. First lesson!â&#x20AC;? Lionelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 Chevy was known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;hot oneâ&#x20AC;? because of the new 265 cubic inch V8 engine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the first V8 engine in Chevrolet since 1918! It was a tire-squealer and a dramatic change from the over-head-valve six that had powered Chevrolets since 1929. Three series were available in 1955. They were, in ascending order of price, the OneFifty, Two-Ten, and top-of-the-line Bel Air. The front cover of the sales brochure proclaimed: â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Look! New Life (V8 or 6)! New Everything!â&#x20AC;? The new V8 engine had 162 horsepower with an 8-to-1 ultra-high compression ratio. The brochure described it as an engine that â&#x20AC;&#x153;brings you brilliant performance, surprisingly high gas mileage, and extra-long life.â&#x20AC;? For those who opted for a six cylinder, you could choose between a 123 hp model for gearshift cars and a 136 hp version for cars equipped with Powerglide, Chevyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new automatic transmission that first came out in 1950. Also new for the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 Chevy was a new 12-volt electrical system, replacing the old 6-volt. According to the sales brochure, this â&#x20AC;&#x153;brings you greater generator capacity and quicker, easier cold weather starting (and) finer high-speed performance. You get it with all three 1955 Chevrolet engines!â&#x20AC;? Also new for the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 Chevy was the â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Sweep-Sight Windshield: The newest thing in style and sight! Sweeps gracefully around to vertical corner pillars, giving the driver a wider view of the road ahead.â&#x20AC;? And Chevy finally caught up to Ford in â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 with the adoption of pendulum-style brake and clutch pedals mounted on the firewall and formerly coming up through holes in the floor (Ford adopted this in â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52): â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Swing-type pedals: Brake and clutch pedal swing downward with a light pressure of your toe. They pivot at the top, leaving the floor free and clear.â&#x20AC;? If Lionel Aasen gets another â&#x20AC;&#x2122;55 Chevy, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll reads all about it right here, where we bring old cars back to life. Stay tuned! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: â&#x20AC;&#x153;OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.â&#x20AC;?

by Sylene Argent On Saturday evening, the Kingsville-Essex Associated Band hosted a fundraiser inside the hall of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). Supporters playfully shouted and cheered during the fundraiser, which offered a fun quarter auction for the many participants to enjoy. The event attracted 12 vendors, each donating an item for the event. Band President Jamie Bombardier noted this fun event would help raise some funds for the Band so it could purchase new instruments and uniforms as parade season approaches. The band members are also planning a trip next year in celebration of the KingsvilleEssex Associated Bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upcoming 80th anniversary. He was pleased with the event turnout. The Kingsville-Essex Associated Band is excited for the upcoming parade season, and plans to participate in the Essex Fun Fest Parade to take

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Essex lawyer buys hockey team by Fred Groves Essex lawyer Joe Byrne Sr. and his son Joe Byrne Jr., along with Dr. Boris Laus, are the new owners of the Wallaceburg Junior ‘C’ Lakers. The Lakers have not made the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ Hockey League playoffs in the past five seasons, and were 3-37-00 last year. The team led the league in penalty minutes with 933 and averaged nearly 300 fans per game. Byrne Sr. has coached and played junior hockey

and has written two books about hockey. It was announced that Joe Byrne Jr. will be an assistant coach. • Dean Oozeer, an EDHS grad, won the St. Clair College Fair Play and Sportsmanship Award recently. Oozeer, who plays for the Saints men’s volleyball team, was an Academic All-Star as well. • The Essex District High School boys’ soccer team won the Umbro Invitational soccer tournament. After

blanking St. Joe’s 3-0 in the opener, the Red Raiders beat Sarnia St. Pat’s 3-2 in penalty kicks, and won the championship game 4-3 over Villanova, also on penalty kicks. • Matt Puempel has returned to the Binghampton Senators of the AHL, and on Friday night had a goal and an assist to pace the Sens to a 4-2 doubling over Hershey. • Still with hockey, final numbers for the Essex Minor Hockey Association has that

organization at 370-24578 on the season. • Coach Glen Mills of Essex and the OVFL defending champion Ravens open their varsity football schedule on May 21 in London. Mills was recently named the 2015 Coach of the Year. • Pitcher Skylar Janisse from Maidstone continues to be a dominant force for the Oklahoma City University Stars. Recent statistics shows him at 5-3 with 50 strikeouts. • Still with baseball, the EDHS boys’ team is scheduled to host Villanova today (Thursday) at 3:30 p.m. • Logan McMurren of Essex saw his horse Frost on Ballykeel take second with a time of 2:03.2 in the first race at Western Raceway last Tuesday. The horse is trained by Logan’s grandfather, Vic McMurren. Also at Western, Gord Mcdonnell’s Er Metro won in the eighth with a quick time of 1:59.1. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

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Tournament hosted to honour former EMS Chief Bildfell by Sylene Agent Six hockey teams comprised of personnel from various Southwestern Ontario emergency services took to the ice at the Essex Centre Sports Complex last Wednesday and Thursday to participate in the first annual Annual Brian Bildfell Memorial Hockey Tournament. Paramedics C.A.R.E (Community, Awareness, Recognition and Encouragement) and Essex-Windsor EMS hosted this event in honour of former Essex-Windsor EMS Chief Brian Bildfell,

who passed away in October (just a few years after his retirement) after a battle with cancer. He was Chief for Essex-Windsor EMS for many years. The friendly competition encouraged teams to compete in memory of Bildfell, and in an effort to raise funds for the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. Shannon Ingall, Team Leader for Paramedics C.A.R.E(a group comprised of EssexWindsor EMS paramedics who work to promote staff events) -was also the event

Windsor-Essex EMS Team Orange and Team Lambton EMS pose for a picture after playing in the final game of the first annual Annual Brian Bildfell Memorial Hockey Tournament that took place last Thursday.

organizer. She said Bildfell was passionate about Hospice

in his lifetime and that is why the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County was chosen as the beneficiary. “He was a gentle giant,” Ingall said of Bildfell, adding he treated his employees as if they were members of his own family. She noted the six teams that participated in the tournament include Chatham-Kent EMS, the County of Lambton EMS, Windsor Police, EssexWindsor EMS, and one team, had a mixture of doctors and emergency

staff. The final game in the tournament was played on Thursday afternoon. Windsor-Essex EMS Team Orange, for which Ingall played goalie, played Lambton EMS in an exciting and nail-biting game. Lambton won in an overtime shootout. In addition to playing in memory of former EssexWindsor EMS Chief Brian Bildfell and raising funds for the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, it was also a way for coworkers to build on their teamwork skills.

“Everyone was laughing and smiling throughout the tournament,” Ingall said. She was pleased with the tournament outcome, especially since planning the special memorial tournament spanned around three months. She hopes the tournament will continue to grow in the years to come. The tournament wrapped-up with a pasta dinner that Ingall was expecting around 200 individuals would support.