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A LOOK INSIDE Kingsville museum unveils Veterans Memorial Maple Tree PAGE 2 _______________ Essex Council notes PAGE 3 _______________ Candidate corner - Kingsville PAGE 5 _______________ OPP Cop Camp returns for 24th year PAGES 15 _______________ Essex Juniors win silver medal at AA Provincial Championships PAGE 23 _______________
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Rain doesn’t dampen block party spirits
by Sylene Argent Though the Victoria Wellness Plaza’s fourth annual block party and community barbeque was met with rain at the beginning of the event on Friday evening, the spirits of the volunteers, community supporters, and business representatives of the plaza were not dampened. Visitors to the annual free event gathered beneath tents and awnings, while still enjoying a barbequed hotdog, a sweet treat, and perusing vendor tables, all while listening to local music duo, Rob and Kelly Sef, as they performed. A meat raffle and a 50/50 draw were also held, along with children’s activities and games, which added to even’s roster of festivities. This was the fourth year the businesses within the Victoria Wellness Plaza got together to plan Members of the Essex Rotary Club helped and host the event, in the plaza’s distribute backpacks, loaded with school supplies, to parking lot, for the community children of families facing economic hardships during to enjoy on a Friday afternoon in Victoria Wellness Plaza’s free community barbeque and block party on Friday. August. Hosting the event for the businesses is a great way to thank over the next few weeks. Pre-registration the community for its support and to potentially is required, along with proof of income bring more attention to the programs and services and information on each student. Those offered there. The majority of the businesses and interested in the program can call Essex organizations based out of the Victoria Wellness Community Services 519-776-4231 to Plaza are related to health in someway. register, while supplies lasts. Members of the Rotary Club of Essex were During the event, staff and volunteers onsite to hand out backpacks to children of with Essex Community Services families facing economic struggles. The local organization, which is housed at the service club secured a grant to supply 100 plaza, shared how anyone interested can students with back-to-school backpacks and volunteer with the organization. The supplies. Volunteers and staff members of Essex Snow Patrol Program, for example, links The first distribution date was at the individuals to neighbours who need their Community Services connected with community community barbeque. Essex Community driveways and sidewalks cleared of snow members during Victoria Wellness Plaza’s free community barbeque and block party. Services will handout the remaining backpacks and ice during the winter months.
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Kingsville museum unveils Veterans Memorial Maple Tree by Sylene Argent Volunteers of museums and not-for-profit organizations continuously have to think of new and exciting ways to engage the public and raise funds for their causes. On Friday, Katherine Gunning, a volunteer with
the Kingsville Historical Park Museum, announced an exciting endeavour that will raise funds for the museum, honour veterans, and add colour to the facility that houses around 12,000 historic artifacts, related to local servicemen and women who have
served their Country. The Veterans Memorial Maple Tree program will add metal leaves, brilliantly painted, to a metal tree frame that adorns one of the Museum’s walls. A metal maple leaf can be purchased for $25 and will be placed on the tree
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frame in remembrance of a veteran. Donators are asked to provide a photo and some information about the veteran, whose background will be noted and placed in a folder and into a computer presentation. Donators are also given a metal leaf to take home. “The volunteers of the Kingsville Historical Park Museum have always felt this Museum has been a memorial to all veterans who have served, but we have added these metal sculptures to establish an additional memorial within our building,” Gunning said.
“The Veterans Memorial Maple Tree is an additional remembrance of the veterans. As a universal symbol of Canada, the tree, with its colourful leaves, is to recognize, honour, and be a forever memorial to the veterans by their family and friends.” Gunning said volunteers at the Museum came up with the idea for the remembrance. Cottam artist Terri-Ann Wilson and assistant Kaela Henderson from Steel Appeal created the metal tree sculpture. “We wish to thank her for her inspiration, creation and installation of the maple trees that adorn our walls,” Gunning said. Wilson commented she was thankful to have been a part of the project. Being able to get involved with the creation of the sculpture was a great way to honour those who have protected Canadian freedoms, and those who continue to do so, through their service, she added. Mayor of LaSalle and Deputy Warden of Essex County, Ken Antaya, brought greetings from the County to the event. Though he had never visited the Museum before, he saw right away it was a quiet place of reflection. He would like to see youth in the Museum, learning about the history of local servicemen and women through the many artifacts
onsite. “This is fantastic. It’s quite the remembrance,” he said, adding he will have to come back to the Museum in the near future to peruse the items onsite. Before the event wrapped up, Gunning led the attendees in thanking the veterans in attendance for their service. The Kingsville Historical Park Museum officially opened to the public on August 12, 2000. Honouring the 18year anniversary was a consideration in choosing the date of the unveiling event. Also, the 76th anniversary of The Dieppe Raid was being recognized as it took place on August 19, 1942. “The Dieppe Raid and the Essex Scottish is the focus of some of our displays in the Museum. It is also quite fitting that several veterans who participated in that Raid are some of the first to be recognized by leaves on the Veterans Memorial Maple Trees and roll of honour,” Gunning said. Recently, the Museum received support of Kingsville Council as a bylaw was passed to provide an exemption from property tax through the Assessment Act. MPAC has received and acknowledged the exemption, which Gunning said was great news.
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Essex Council notes for Monday, August 20 by Sylene Argent and Adam Gault Council had to decide who would chair the meeting With Mayor Ron McDermott and Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche absent from Monday’s meeting, the remaining Councillors had to decide who would Chair the meeting. Councillors Randy Voakes and Sherry Bondy declined to act as the chairperson for the meeting, leaving councillors Larry Snively and Ron Rogers, both of whom are running for mayor in the upcoming election. Councillor Steve Bjorkman was also absent. Administration had suggested pulling a name from a hat for transparency and to ensure no one appeared to be a favourite. Councillor Snively made a motion that a name be drawn from the hat, as administration suggested. Councillor Voakes recommended Councillor Rogers be given the opportunity as Councillor Snively has stepped in as Chair in the past. Snively’s motion was defeated and Voakes made his suggestion into a motion, which was carried. Bondy said she supported the motion to move forward with the meeting. “H” holding designation on Levergood Lane removed Essex Council received the Planning Department’s Report “Removal of ‘H’ holding designation on Levergood Lane properties (Ward 3)” and further supported the removal of the holding designation for lands on the south side of County Road 50 and the east side of Levergood Lane. Bylaw 1738, being a bylaw to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for the Town of Essex, was also passed. In the report to Council, it notes the property is zoned ‘H’ R1.1, which permits the construction of singledetached dwellings, subject to removal of the ‘H’ holding designation. The holding was issued because of a servicing agreement, which executed the development of two lots on the south-side of County Road 50 and up to three lots the east side of Levergood Lane, the Report to Council notes. The report continues this will provide opportunities for new home construction. Audit Committee Essex Council received the Clerk’s Report “Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee” and further approved the revised Terms of Reference for the Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee. This provides for the Clerk to establish additional administrative practices and procedures for the Committee as needed. The report notes this change is in pursuant to Section 88.37(1) of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. Before October 1, in an election year, municipalities are required to establish a Compliance Audit Committee to consider applications for compliance audits of candidates’ or registered third parties’ campaign finances and determine if audits are needed. Members of this Committee are expected to have professional designations or related experience. Councillor Randy Voakes asked if this Committee, in its role, would review what candidates put on their literature, like taking accolades, in what he believes they had nothing to do with. “I’m not worried about anyone running against me, trust me. But, I got concerns about fair play,” Voakes said. Councillor Snively said he can see where Voakes was coming from, but some of the things completed as a Council on a whole, Councillors sitting at the decisionmaking table should take credit for some of those things being done. “We did it all together and if you are one of those Councillors that get it done, you should be proud of what you got done,” Snively said. Voakes, again asked for clarity on the Committee’s role. Councillor Sherry Bondy called a Point of Order, noting the discussion was getting off-topic. Town Clerk, Rob Auger, suggested Voakes bring his
specific concerns to him, as the Returning Officer, for him to review as the Committee deals with campaign finances and contraventions. Mural planned for Parkette Essex Council received the Department of Community Services report, “ACT Committee-Essex BIA Mural” and passed Bylaw Number 1739, to enter into an agreement with Art Attack Windsor (with artist Jill Thompson) to paint a new mural on aluminum panels. The mural, when complete, will be fixed to the west wall of the 47 Talbot Street North facility, which will be inside the Essex Centre Parkette. The report on the matter notes the Essex Centre BIA approached the Arts, Culture and Tourism (ACT) Committee with a proposal to partner on a mural project. The BIA provided $10,000 for the project. The Request for Proposal for a new mural was issued in May, but there were no submissions. Invitations were then extended to known artists. Art Attack Windsor then provided an artist and concept, matching the scope requested by the BIA, the report to Council notes. The ACT Committee reviewed the standards and scope of the mural and the BIA approved the final concept. The new mural is anticipated to be completed in September, the report notes. Councillor Voakes asked if Harrow Artist David Creed was contacted. He painted the Spitfire mural, visible from the Heritage Gardens Park. He believed Creed should have been directly contacted about the project. Cynthia Cakebread, Manager of Culture and Recreation, said Art Attack Windsor was contacted and asked to forward options regarding an artist when the Request for Proposal did not get any response as it is a group the Town has had success with in the past. Councillor Sherry Bondy said Creed could be kept in mind for the future, but in terms of this project, she said she believes administration did what it was supposed to do. There are other artists in the community as well, that could have been called. In a recorded vote, Councillor Voakes was opposed. Councillors Bondy, Snively, and Rogers were in favour. Harrow Rotary requests to install a pergola at Soccer Complex Council received a report from Director of Community Services, Doug Sweet, regarding the Harrow Rotary Club’s request to install a pergola, a garden structure of posts with vertical crossbeams that is usually adorned and Continued on Page 10
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Grey skies and rain
For the most part, we have received a hot, humid, and dry summer, which I’m sure has been great for those who are lucky enough to have a pool or a shaded backyard oasis from which the weather can be enjoyed. Though it has been hot, I have never once complained about the heat as I remember the winter we just endured and know the cooler weather truly is around the corner. To put it simply, I like leaving the house without having to look for and throw on a jacket. The weather was grey and rainy last Thursday, and I was happy to welcome it when I woke up that morning. I’m no expert on farming, landscaping, or gardening, but all of those professionals must have been happy for the rain as well. To me, it seems grass all around was turning brown and flowers were beginning to wilt. There’s one thing about the greyness that I do not like, and I am sure many others experiences this,
too. On those rainy days, all I want to do is go back to bed, which is awesome on a non-work day. When I have to work, however, my focus is off, I become unmotivated, and I just want to sit there like a bump on a log. Grey weather, even just for a day, makes me lazy. I hate it and do everything in my power to try and focus, but my brain is like, ‘nope. It’s a PA day for me. Adiós See ya next sunshine.’ I absolutely hate delays. I like everything to go according to plan, and quickly. Obviously, that is not always realistic. Life gets in the way and, I think, sometimes even likes to throw us those unexpected curveballs just to see what we are made of, right? But, the worst is when that red tape barrier, preventing the completion of my to-do list, is me. And it seems the more I try to make myself focus, the more tired I become. The harder it is to find the words I want to convey when writing something or even when just holding a conversation. It’s like sunshine to
me is akin to coffee for others, and when I can’t get my morning fix, everything thereafter is a complete blur. A simple task becomes a mountain to conquer. And then, there’s this sudden urge to check my email and Facebook every two minutes, like there’s going to be something super important or interesting there all of a sudden. Then, I get to this autopilot mode, where I can function, but I’m not really thinking about what I’m doing. I’m like living off this muscle memory and hope whatever I am working on makes sense when I get a chance to check it over when my Vitamin D meter is no longer in the red. I do enjoy listening to the rain at night. It’s a very peaceful sound. Perhaps that’s why I get so tired on rainy days, but that tranquility just gives me a tranquilizer.
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Feeling Violated by Jessica Azar Recently, my husband, and I were victims of theft. We usually lock our car doors every night. The one night he didn’t, someone decided that it was their opportunity to capitalize. He got into his car for work and noticed the mess everywhere. The thieves went through the vehicle, collecting loose change, as well as odds and ends. While he was very angry, he also felt violated. Unfortunately, I have had this happen to me, and know, all too familiar, how he felt. We called the police, and they were very professional about it, but told us that it happens on a regular basis, and to remember the “Lock it or Lose it” rule. We filed the report, and I’m sure there were others in our neighbourhood who had to do the same. This got me thinking. This whole “Lock it or Lose it” thing. I totally understand and respect it, however, I do feel like it’s a tagline that sort of protects the thief. So, if I don’t lock my car, I get my stuff stolen? It’s so odd to us that the one night he didn’t lock his
car is the random night chosen to steal from us? I don’t think so. I believe that someone(s) checks our vehicles on a regular basis and waits for human error. This absolutely disgusts me. We both feel violated, and the ‘normal’ that this has become isn’t fair. Stealing from, and violating other people’s security, is simply a thoughtless and an awful thing to do. I would rather someone ask me for $20.00 than have them walk up our driveway, in the middle of the night, and take from us, in our safe place, our home, or our vehicles. We also find ourselves asking, “Why would they do this?” Humans can be so wonderful and, on the other hand, so awful to one another at times. Why aren’t these individuals afraid of consequence or repercussions? Back in the ‘90s, we never even locked our front doors, so what has changed so much that we can’t trust anyone? This has led us to now installing higher security measures at home, to prevent this from happening again, to feel safer in our, what we believed to be, safe neighbourhood, and even perhaps catch the person(s) if it should ever occur again. This type of theft seems to be on the rise, and happening way too often. So, yes lock it, or you may lose it, but we all have to work as good neighbours to not let this become the norm.
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Candidate corner - Kingsville The Essex Free Press asked each of the 2018 Kingsville Municipal election candidates, vying for one of the five available Councillor positions, to submit a 250-word summary and/or to outline their background and platform. Mayor Nelson Santos and Deputy Mayor Gord Queen were acclaimed. The summaries received were arranged in alphabetical order and have been printed unedited. It is hoped these summaries will help introduce the candidates to Essex voters heading towards the Monday, October 22 election date. Kevin Black You may already know me and don’t even realize it. For over a decade I was the voice of morning news for Blackburn Radio in Essex County. My job was to dig deep on municipal issues facing Kingsville and holding leaders accountable. Now I want to put my 15 years of experience to work for you. Aside from my municipal experience, my wife Kathy and I are also co-owners of the on-farm market and delivery service Lee & Maria’s. I don’t just talk about small business, I live the issues facing owners and the people working for them. The town pays thousands of dollars on promotion every year, and you need someone ensuring it’s being spent with the right focus in mind, helping as many people who live off small businesses as possible. Development in Kingsville is inevitable. More people from outside the region are learning the secret we’ve known
for years, that the town is among the best places to live in the province. More people looking to move here means more pressure to expand. The key is doing it as part of a coordinated plan, so growth happens the right way, in the right place, and at the right time. I have two children, five and three, and when they’re older, I want them to enjoy the same small town I do. I hope you will vote for me so we can help a growing town maintain that small town feel. Kim DeYong Kimberly DeYong is a native of Kingsville now living just outside Cottam with her husband and two daughters. Her work history, as a Commercial Insurance Underwriter, gave her the experience of dealing with liability and risk management. Presently she is a Legal Researcher for a busy law firm. Research is a skill Kimberly will bring to Kingsville council. Her comprehensive reports have helped inform councils on important issues. Recently, Kimberly provided facts pertaining to water quality and fluoridation chemicals, as the Director of Fluoride Free Windsor-Essex. She also presented Kingsville Council with the up-to-date position of the Special Electoral Reform Committee’s findings on the risks of electronic voting and convinced council to return to the secure and auditable method of voting with paper ballots. Kimberly has a deep COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY as evidenced by her record of service. She is the media and government liaison for the Save Leamington OB group that was able to stop the closing of this vital service for women and children in our rural community. She is the Chair of the Windsor-Essex Health Coalition, the Parent Involvement Committee rep for her children’s school, Stage Manager for a local non-profit children’s theatre group, a member of the Heritage Advisory Committee and much more. Politics has always been a topic around Kimberly’s dinner table with her father-in-law, Henry DeYong, former Reeve of Gosfield South and mother-in-law, Sandy McIntyre, former Kingsville Councillor. Learn more about Kimberly DeYong on Facebook at Kim4Kingsville. Continued on Page 6
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Candidate Corner- Kingsville... Tony Gaffan I am Tony Gaffan, husband to Laura of 29 years, father of four grown children and proud grandfather of one granddaughter. I have served as Councillor for the past 4 years and am seeking re-election. I have loved working on behalf of the constituents of the town of Kingsville and hopefully, look forward to continuing to serve in this capacity. Word has spread that
Kingsville is a fantastic town to live, work and play in! As a business owner in the downtown, I have watched this growth and am keenly aware of the need to keep the small town feel, but actively seek ways of encouraging smart progress. Traffic and infrastructure will continue to be a priority to me, yet always, in a fiscally responsible way. This thriving community boasts some of the most
beautiful green spaces and park areas anywhere. I will continue to fight for these areas to be maintained and upgraded so our families can enjoy them, and they can continue to host the amazing events that draw our community together. I am proud of the town I was born, raised in, and have been able to work and support my own family in. I humbly ask for your vote on Monday, October 22, so I can continue to help Kingsville and its constituents grow and thrive. Kim Gilliland The key issue in every election is always leadership. Leadership involves two things. It is about managing existing services through maintenance, monitoring and improvement. Second, leadership involves looking into the
and thrive. Kingsville and area need to remain accessible to all members of the community. We need to ensure that the environment is protected as new development takes place. As a fitness enthusiast, I also would work to ensure that fitness opportunities be created through such things as walking and cycling trails. Finally, it is important to have a strong voice from the smaller Kingsville villages of Cottam and Ruthven where the issues are quite different. Kingsville is facing an aging population while Cottam is getting younger due to the number of families moving in. As the chair of the Cottam Revitalization Committee, I have been actively involved in advocating for smaller communities.
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Corey Gosselin My name is Corey Gosselin and I’m running for Kingsville council. I am 28 years old and I have a degree in Political Science from the University of Guelph which helped foster my lifelong interest in politics. I ran for Kingsville council in the previous election and
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received over 1,000 votes. Since then my dedication to the community has grown as I now sit on various boards and committees. I am the Chairman of the Kingsville Community Policing Committee and I sit on two advisory committees for the town of Kingsville. I am also a member of the board of directors of Migration Hall. Having engaged with and listened to many residents, my top priorities are infrastructure, affordable housing and fostering appropriate growth while attracting new business opportunities. I represent the politics of the future with new ideas and fresh perspectives. I believe in accountability Continued on Page 7
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Candidate Corner- Kingsville... and integrity. As a younger candidate I believe in being pragmatic and having a vision for the future. As a resident of this community I believe that every resident, including those in Cottam and Ruthven, should have their issues heard and addressed. I hope to earn your trust and if you put your trust in me, together, we can create the foundation for the future.
Jackie Kerr Growing up in Colchester North, attending Colchester North Public School and Essex High School has left me with a true sense of admiration for this area; also I have been a resident of Kingsville for over 40 years and love our beautiful town. My family & I have all worked locally and I’ve noticed a number businesses come and go and this concerns me tremendously, we need more jobs for students, help with the agricultural area and being a senior myself I feel the need for more senior input. I volunteered for many years on our figure skating board. My family grew up in this town. I have 2 girls and 3 grandchildren. My husband passed away 11 years ago and being widowed & myself being semi-retired have time to spend and devote myself to our beautiful municipality. This confirmed my decision to run for council and I feel was a definite good choice. I pride myself with the ability to work with others and would love the challenge of working with our Mayor and Councillors. I am concerned because we
all want to keep taxes and spending at a minimum. I’m definitely anxious & willing to meet and talk to our citizens about their concerns and I am looking forward to the election October 22 and hoping I can help in any way possible to continue to keep our municipality as beautiful as it is now or growth with improvements not reflected at a personal cost to taxpayers.
Michael Laba With the elimination of the Ontario Municipal Board and the passage of the Building Better Communities Act in 2018, municipalities now have a greater say in how their communities develop. Accordingly, the roll of municipal Council has become even more critical. Elected Council members must be ready to meet that challenge. In my 35 years practicing law in Kingsville, I have represented many clients before municipal councils throughout Essex county on planning, development, business and other matters. I understand that, in addition to following provincial policies and municipal bylaws, council must also apply real world practical approaches to matters which come before it. The focus must always be the interest of the municipality as a whole. I believe that, whenever possible, Council’s roll should be to facilitate not simply regulate. Further, in the interest of municipal rate payors, council needs to get a much better handle on curbing unnecessary spending in order to keep property tax
increases in check. Over the past 5 years, the local portion of the property tax rates in Kingsville has increased almost 13% while over the same period, the consumer price index has increased only 6.6%. These property tax increases must not be allowed to continue. To assist in holding the line on property tax increases, council needs to direct its focus more on commercial and industrial development throughout the municipality in particular in the Cottam and Gosfield North areas. But the pursuit of economic development must not ignore detriments to the existing tax base.
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14 years, and a stone throw from highway 3. I mention this because I have heard and witnessed several collisions on this dangerous roadway, especially the ones that happen between County Rd 27 & 29. It is vital that we do everything we can to push the province hard into taking the necessary steps to widen our highway and keep everyone safe. On a happier note Kingsville continues to be a popular destination for people to call home, which means strategic
development and knowledge of our infrastructure, which I will bring to the table. I will be focusing on more opportunities and incentives for small business owners who want to expand and bring something new and fresh to our growing economy. I will be addressing the ongoing drainage problems throughout the county. With the determination of myself and other residents, we were able to have the town respond to flooding issues in our neighbourhood, but there is much more to be done. I will also be making it a point (at the request of
many homeowners) to look into the odour problem which is coming from the Cannabis growing greenhouses in our area. Most importantly, I will make every effort to listen to the public on their most intricate issues and bring forth solutions that will lead us in the direction to keep Kingsville moving forward.
John Lein Thank you for considering me as your candidate for Kingsville Town Council! I am married with grown children and grandchildren. My wife Kim and I will
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Paul Lariviere My name is Paul Lariviere and I am excited to be running for Kingsville Council. I have been a resident of Cottam for
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2018 CAT SPAY & NEUTER VOUCHER PROGRAM PHASE II The Town of Tecumseh, in partnership with local veterinary hospitals/clinics, is pleased to announce Phase II of the 2018 Spay and Neuter Voucher Program (Program). Phase II of the Program will begin Wednesday, September 5, 2018 and is available to residents of the Town of Tecumseh, only. In an effort to reduce the number of feral cats in the Town, Vouchers (valued at $50 each) that were not redeemed during Phase I of the 2018 Program will be carried over to Phase II. A limited number of Vouchers are available. For feral cat caregivers, a maximum of five (5) Vouchers will be issued with no income restrictions. Applications for Phase II of the 2018 Spay and Neuter Voucher Program will be available at the Town Hall during regular office hours, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, or on the Town’s website. Please note that Vouchers are issued on a first come, first serve basis, and will expire on December 1, 2018. Further Program details can be found on the Town’s website, or by contacting Ext. 143. 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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September. By education I am a graduate from Ryerson University (formally Ryerson Polytechnical Institute; Toronto1985), from the Landscape Architecture Program. By career I have had the pleasure to work at St. Clair
College of Applied Arts and Technology starting back in 1993. Currently, I am the Coordinator and a Professor of the Landscape Horticulture Program. By design I have always been able to showcase my creative side through my small business designing residential and commercial landscape projects. I would like to think the past 25 years that I have been working at the college with students, colleagues and administrators, have helped to teach me many valuable life and political lessons. Creating policy, listening
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and reacting to students, parents, staff, preparing for class, changes to curriculum, have helped to shape my commitment for excellence and politics. I would appreciate your support and a vote for me as one of your council members. The timing is right for me to serve you on council for the next 4 years. I want to help you, to make our Kingsville even better, more beautiful, and more exciting than it even is now! I’d like to keep my campaign, vision and issues grass roots. I don’t want to be a one issue candidate. Your issue, is my issue. You can learn more at johnlein.ca
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Laura Lucier My name is Laura Lucier and I want to represent you on Kingsville Town Council. I’ve always been community-
minded with a strong desire to help people. Having worked in management for many years, I have the skills and experience to communicate clearly, make constructive policy and budgetary decisions, build collaborative relationships, and solve complex problems. Having spent most of my career in community services, healthcare, and education, I am able to understand the needs of diverse groups, advocate for change, and resolve conflicts in a constructive and professional manner. I have always been an active volunteer, from school and church activities to service clubs and community events, giving my time and energy to make our community better. Now that my children are grown I have even more time to devote to the role of Councilor. Kingsville has been a great place to live, work, and raise a family and together we can aim even higher. I will help us positively manage change to achieve our goals. I will focus on helping our businesses and farms to prosper, our waterfront to be more accessible, our arts and culture to flourish, and our communities to retain their safe, friendly, home-town appeal. I will safeguard that our infrastructure is sound, and our books are balanced. My vote will ensure all residents have access to the services they need and the amenities they want, and that Kingsville will be an even better place for future generations.
Ted Mastronardi The platform: I continue to firmly believe that we need to concentrate on the future generation, which I believe is the key to continued community development and success. “We need to give our educated youth the support and opportunity to find employment, to carry on the family business or pursue entrepreneurial ventures all within our community.” The person: I was the past president of Leamington Produce LTD, a family owned and operated greenhouse operation that had been in business for over 48 years. I held the position of president of the corporation for 8 years (2005-2013) and am currently retired from it. I also held an executive position for an additional eight years as director on the Ontario Greenhouse Growers Marketing Board. Did you know: For the past four years, I have been an active member of
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the Kingsville’s Planning Advisory Committee, which takes into consideration current and future developments. This experience has afforded me the opportunity to, under the direction of Council, review, advise and give input on proposed development for the communities of Kingsville’s residential, business and industries. The aim is to accomplish this within an environment that benefits our community as whole. As well, I have been present at the majority of Kingsville’s Council meetings. These meetings have not only given me an insight on attendance and participation of councillors, but also on decisions that are made and how they set the direction of our community.
Thomas Neufeld My name is Thomas Neufeld and I am running for re-election for the position of
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Candidate Corner- Kingsville... Councillor in the Town of Kingsville. My priorities over this next term will focus on roads, senior and youth programming, economic development and land use planning that makes sense. I have children who are growing up here and parents who are enjoying their retirement here. As such, I am committed to making Kingsville the best place to live, work and play. I remain committed to reducing our accessibility barriers, promoting our arts and culture scene and will work tirelessly to ensure that your voice is heard. Your concerns are my concerns. I am very proud and honoured to have served with this Council over the past four years and will remain focused on maintaining the quality of our services while keeping our taxes low. Larry Patterson While looking for your support in the upcoming election, I want to thank our residents for allowing me the opportunity to represent you as Kingsville councillor for the past 4 years. The knowledge, trust and understanding that I have gained has made me very confident and comfortable in answering questions or directing our residents to the proper department for assistance in their concerns. As a retiree I have the time and energy to serve on committees regardless of the time of the scheduled meeting. And what matters most, is that I enjoy serving on theses committees for our community. While seeking your support for re-election to Kingsville Council: • I am someone who listens before speaking • A candidate with Common Sense, Dedication, Honesty, and Strength • I have the time and commitment it takes to fully recognize and represent the needs of all residents, including the farming community, businesses and industry • I will provide leadership that works for all of Kingsville’s future • I have a positive attitude that will make a difference.
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Looking ahead - it’s very important to have the foresight through proper planning and direction to be able to control our future growth...such as: new school, business, housing, recreation, controlled intersections and our agricultural areas. Our infrastructure of water, roads, bridges, drains and sewer will all need improvements while working within our yearly budget. Together we will continue to make a difference. Re-Elect-- Larry Patterson-October 22, 2018 Barry Wilson Kingsville is an exceptional community with several great locales like Arner, Cottam, Linden Beach, Union, North Ridge, Olinda, Ruthven, Kingsville and everywhere in between. Mere geography is not what makes us a community. It’s the people who call Kingsville home that makes us a community and gives us civic pride. Kingsville is where my wife, Beth and I chose to make our home and raise our family. It is where I work as an accountant, our son studies school, we play/coach sports, help our neighbours and care about each other. Caring about one another is the core of what makes us a community. It is the key reason why I ask for your support to represent you the citizens of Kingsville, with a voice at council. I am trusted, knowledgeable, dependable and most importantly, I care about our community! My focus is to listen to our citizens, so their views and opinions can be heard and respectfully addressed. A major challenge facing our leaders today is to balance the growth of our region without sacrificing our sense of community. Key issues I’ve heard to date are keeping our beaches and greenspaces clean; supporting small business; affordable housing options; pedestrian safety; protecting watersheds; air quality around cannabis greenhouses; and flood protection. I am very excited for the opportunity to represent the people of Kingsville and ask for your vote on October 22 nd. Together we can grow and continue to be proud of our community. Truly, Barry Wilson • votewilson2018@gmail.com
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strewn with various flora, and to plant trees in recognition of past Rotary Club members at the Harrow Soccer Complex. The request from the Harrow Rotary Club asks for 100-square feet for the project, which would be placed next to the 1.2-kilometre walking track. This would allow for some much-needed shade and a place to rest in the expansive, open field. This project will come at no cost to the Town of Essex, as the Harrow Rotary Club is covering all costs associated with the endeavour. Council further directed Administration to work with the Harrow Rotary Club to select the best location at the Harrow Soccer Complex to install the proposed pergola and memorial trees. Surface Treatment rehabilitation Essex Council received Infrastructure and Development’s Report “Results of Request for TenderSurface Treatment Rehabilitation 2018” and awarded the Surface Treatment Rehabilitation 2018 to Shepley Road Maintenance Limited in the amount of $164,991.12. The report notes quantities may be increased up to the existing approved 2018 budget. In the report to Council, it notes the Town of Essex sought tenders for Surface Treatment Rehabilitation 2018, including the supply and application of Surface Treatment Pavement for various rural roads. A total of two tenders were received. Supply of wheel loader for Essex Council received the report Assistant Manager of Business Services, Jackson Tang, prepared regarding the Town’s acquisition of a new heavy machinery wheel loader for the Operations Department.
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Your Deputy Mayor Candidates in Essex Due to unforeseen and/or unexplainable communication difficulties, we re-introduce, to you the candidates running for the position of Deputy Mayor in the Town of Essex.
Richard Meloche I live on County Road #15 with my wife Cathy of 39 years. Both of our parents live in Essex. I have 3 married adult children who will all live in Town soon! My wife and I have been blessed with 5 grandchildren (#6 should be here any day)! With this much family in Town I have a lot vested
in ensuring the entire municipality continues to thrive & grow…and that my granchildren have the opportunities allowing them to stay and that they want to stay. I have served as Councillor for Ward 2 for 15 years. In the past 3 terms, fellow councillors chose me to serve as Deputy Mayor, which I believe speaks to my integrity and abilities to serve. I have a Bachelors of Commerce, Honours. Since being elected in 2003, I’ve served on the Finance and Personnel Committees and as Chair on many others. I advocate for maintaining road infracstructure, hardsurfacing of all roads, keeping taxes reasonable, and developing Tourism strategies for the southern portion of our community to take full advantage of the exquisite wineries. I believe in pushing for not just any development
Business survey highlights the good and needed improvements by Sylene Argent Recently, Essex’s Economic Development Officer, Nelson Silveira, presented the 2018 Economic Development Week Survey Results to Essex Council. In recognition of Economic Development Week, which was held between May 6 and 11, the Town of Essex joined the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation (WE EDC), other area municipalities, Workforce Windsor-Essex, WEtech Alliance, and the Ministry of Economic Development and Growth to conduct a business retention and expansion survey, the report he submitted to Council for the August 7 meeting stated. Businesses were asked a series of questions related to their operation, location, and staffing, the report notes. The idea of the survey was to gauge how well business were doing and identify where challenges existed, the report to Council on the matter states. Silveira told Council on August 7 that 14 percent of the around 150 regional survey participants were businesses located in the Town of Essex. Administration also visited 10 businesses onsite to conduct one-on-one interviews. Of the Essex businesses that responded, the majority rated the general impression of the community as a place to do business as “good.” Of the 18 respondents, eight noted that compared to last year, their attitude about doing business in this community has not changed, seven said they were more positive, and three indicated that they were more negative. The majority of the respondents also noted they would rate municipal property taxes as “fair,” and the majority rated the support from the municipality as either “fair” or “good.” Continued on Page 18
within our great town, but responsible development. Not all development is for the betterment of our residents. I love and respect our community’s heritage and will continue to support recognition programs. My top priority is to bring better internet service to the Essex area. I will work deligently on this at the Town and County levels. Please vote Richard Meloche, Deputy Mayor. Phil Pocock Happily married for 17 years, my wife Melissa and our two children live in Essex, where
I grew up. I attended EDHS and afterwards, I earned a Diploma in Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s at Sheridan College in Brampton. I have been employed by TELUS for the last 15 years, and recently I have been an active part of the Essex Community Services Board, E.L.K. Energy – Board of Directors and the Essex Heritage Committee. If elected, I will work towards promoting our region as a willing and collaborative community that welcomes and encourages increased investment throughout the municipality; maintaining
this area as an excellent place to raise our families now and in the future. When we grow every area of our municipality, keep taxes manageable for all, and invest into each community focusing on their unique strengths, we will see success! Tourism within Harrow and Colchester will be our strongest draw utilizing County Road 50 as an excellent starting point! Essex, Gesto and McGregor will act as bedroom communities providing easy access for residents commuting throughout the county for work or play, and our agricultural and farming
neighbours will fill in the gaps. Over the next few weeks, I will be talking with many fellow voters and all will have their own opinion as to what can be improved in their part of the municipality. Some I will agree with, and others I may not; either way, we need to bring respect back to our council and I’d like it to start with me.
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Local renovator wants to help others by Sylene Argent For the past year, Luke Penner of Kingsville has worked hard to lift his home renovation business off the ground. In that time, just like any new business owner, there have been ups and downs, but the experience
has been rewarding and already he wants to show the community just how grateful he is for the all support he has received across Essex County. Penner, who completes renovation projects, is looking to help individuals and families
in need by offering free help, once a month. These types of projects would include him lending a hand to complete small yard projects or cleaning up a yard on a Sunday. “I would like to give back a bit,” Penner said, who has been completing home renovation projects since he was around 13-years old. Since he has announced this small project initiative, Penner has already
been contacted by a few individuals and families who could use a hand. He hopes being able to complete small projects, like changing electrical plugs or putting up a gate, will make a big difference in their lives. “Things are going good for me. It is nice to be able to help people out,” he said. In addition, a few others with similar skills have stepped forward to offer their help to these small projects, too. He is looking forward to forming partnerships with others to offer the small project work. With an already packed worked schedule, Penner joked sometimes he thinks he is a bit crazy to add more to his to-do list, but he knows his schedule will get better with time and wants to offer the help as he experiences his own business journey. “We need to help each other. It goes along way,” he said.
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Young Guide raises money for Camp Bryerswood
submitted to EFP An 11-year-old Girl Guide from Kingsville has raised $400 to support Camp Bryerswood and is calling on Windsor and Essex County residents to help save the treasured campground. Girl Guides of Canada announced its intention to sell off all of its 17 Ontario campgrounds by 2020 and the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club is appealing to the courts to allow Bryerswood to remain in local hands, catering to local kids and enriching the local community.
The local guiding community has supported the camp since its inception in 1992. The community came together and incorporated the BYC as a not-forprofit organization two months ago. They submitted a 15-year business plan to the court, showing the camp can be profitable. Those profits would be reinvested back into the camp and camp programming. In an effort to do her part to help save the camp, Isabella Cowan-Rivera collected donations from her friends and neighbours and even donated her birthday money
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Essex Council notes... It was recommended in the report that Council award the Request for Tender Supply of the wheel loader, to the Kucera Group Tecumseh in the amount of $200,649. Three tenderers were received and reviewed for consideration in supplying the new loader as part of the Town’s plan to upgrade and grow its vehicular
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(WECHU), requesting Council explore the idea of providing more nutritious food and beverage options at the Harrow Arena and all municipal facilities in support of a more healthconscious approach to snacking. As part of the request, the WECHU suggested that with providing more healthy alternatives to the more traditional concession items, that they be priced competitively and placed where they are visible to consumers. It also suggested locally sourced food is offered with the hopes of building sustainable community partnerships for product distribution and further asked that the Harrow Arena develop and implement a healthy eating policy, which would include healthy food and beverage procurement guidelines.
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In addition to receiving this correspondence, Council adopted the Committee Meeting Minutes from the Finance Committee meeting, held on August 13. In these Minutes, Council approved the renewal of the M&M Operating Agreement to operate the Essex Centre Sports Complex and Harrow Arena concessions for an additional two years, beginning this September. Councillor Sherry Bondy suggested at some point in the future, administration should explore the potential addition of more office working space at the Harrow Arena. “I am hearing some rumblings from [Harrow Arena] staff, that we really need to address that,” Bondy said. “Having an update from Doug [Sweet, Director of Community Services] at some point in the next little bit as to what the plan is would be nice, because I don’t think staff are comfortable there at the Harrow Arena. I want to make sure staff are comfortable as well.” Voakes questions Town’s decision on fundraising committee During the Announcements portion of the agenda, Councillor Randy Voakes noted a group of residents wanted to help the Town fundraise for a park in the Galos subdivision. He said they suspect the amenity would cost around $350,000. He was approached by someone in the committee who wanted to know how this could be done. Voakes said he would link this individual with the Department of Community Services. Voakes said the Town had then informed him he could be in conflict of interest as it relates to the election coming up. He didn’t see any relationship in following up on the file, which was opened in May,
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and a fundraising event. He was asked to use one of the Town’s hall for a meeting about fundraising. He said in an email from the Town he was told if he wanted to meet with the group, Voakes would have to pay to use the facility. He wanted Council to waive the fee of the hall so he could meet with these individuals. CAO Donna Hunter said information she received on the issue noted this meeting would take place in November because, from what she understood on the matter, is that a decision was made with the Town and Voakes to have the meeting in November because it would appear the Town resources would be used to promote a personal Councillor project. Voakes vehemently disagreed. “That’s not even close to being true,” he argued. At which point Councillor Ron Rogers, who was Chairing the meeting, used the gavel to get the meeting back under control. Hunter said, in her eyes, to make it less-related to the election and morerelated to all of Council, this matter should include all Council members and residents. She said a meeting in November was suggested to Voakes from the Director of Community Services and to her knowledge, Voakes agreed to that. She said this was not her decision. Councillor Snively called a Point of Order on Voakes when he began talking about an email he received from Hunter on the Saturday prior to the meeting. “Enough is enough,” Snively said. “We dealt with this. Councillor Voakes, you got the email You know what is going on. Why are you making a big show out of this, here? You’re abusive. You abuse our staff…,” he alleged.
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OPP Cop Camp returns for 24th year
Campers take part in a wide-variety of fun and exciting activities at the 24th Annual OPP Cop Camp, which took place last week (Photo submitted).
by Adam Gault Nearly 80 selected grade six Values, Influences and Peer (VIP) program graduates, from across Essex County, came together in Gesto last week to enjoy five full days of leadership and teamwork building exercises at the 24th Annual OPP Cop Camp. Hosted at the Gess†wood Camp and Education Centre, the 11 and 12-year-old participants had the opportunity to socialize, and gain positive exposure to OPP officers and support staff, in a safe and exciting camping experience that has long been celebrated during the camp’s nearly quarter century run. Crystal Wall, an OPP administrative assistant, and long-time volunteer at the camp, explained that much of the program’s continued success can be attributed to the theme of “paying it forward,” and that the students are taught the importance of selflessness and volunteering at the camp. “It’s nice to see and teach the kids about those
qualities, about being a leader, about paying it back,” Wall said of the values the camp looks to teach. “Not always looking for things in return, but going out, volunteering your time, showing people how to be a leader, be caring, just helping those who are in need.” The students selected for the five-day overnight camp had successfully demonstrated excellence in the VIP program from their respective schools over the course of the last school year. Those selected, showed strong core values in leadership and teamwork roles in their classrooms, and through a selection process, were chosen to take part in the camp. “I see kids in our local community, our towns, and they can’t thank us enough for such a great camp,” Wall explained of many of the responses from campers and parents throughout her more than ten years involvement in the program. “They learn so much about police officers, and all their types of roles. They’re not just enforcers on the road, they’re actually caring people who will volunteer their time. We have [older] campers who come back and volunteer their time because the camp had such an impact on them.” Over the course of the week, campers were divided into multiple teams of seven to 10 students, and took part in a variety of team-building events and activities, including fishing, sailing, fitness competitions, rope-climbing courses, bowling, and daily morning inspections to ensure their cabins and sleeping areas were kept in tip-top shape as part of the personal discipline of the OPP training program. “We try to run it almost like [OPP] training,” Wall explained. “They wake up in the morning, there’s cabin inspections, room inspections, everybody has to wear a uniform, have drill,
Essex Council notes... Snively was cut off by a Point of Order. Voakes could be heard, through commotion, accusing Snively of getting in a picture of the Mobi Mat that he claimed Snively had nothing to do with. This issue Voakes brought up previously in the meeting, without mentioning names or specifics. Snively alleged Voakes had threatening him at the Mobi Mat unveiling ceremony. Voakes responded that he deserved it. Councillor Rogers noted this section was meant for announcements and not discussions. He said the meeting would move on. After the meeting was adjourned, Snively and Voakes crossed paths in the Council Chambers, at which point Snively told Voakes to never threaten him again. Voakes then called Snively a liar, asking him to name a threat. He said Councillor Bondy did
all the work on the MobiMat, and felt Snively was taking credit. The dispute carried on into the foyer of the Council Chambers until both members left. Notice of Motion Councillor Ron Rogers put a Notice of Motion
fitness. Even though we get paid for what we do, it’s always nice to volunteer and help out the community that your serve.”
Voice Of Inspiration “We have all known the long loneliness and we have learned that the only solution is love and that love comes with community.” ~ Dorothy Day
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Harrow is a community which continues to reflect the pioneer spirit of its early settlers while fostering innovation, creativity and pride of place amongst its residents. In advance of the 2018 Harrow Fair, the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee will celebrate Harrow’s unique Find out more history by unveiling a special interpretive plaque. on our website:
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GENERAL LABOURER Looking for a self reliant, responsible individual for maintenance of: Equipment, Buildings, Property and Vehicle Detailing. Apply with resume and references to:
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Pit Operator duties include: Maintaining a safe work environment and surroundings. Operating the pit so that producer customers are unloaded as efficiently as possible. Maintain quality and clean work stations. Ensuring that what is being unloaded at the pit is represented by the sample that has been taken from our scale room to ensure food safety standards. It may also include general yard or office work at the location between loads. Position is approx. 8-12 weeks in duration. Applicants must be able to handle the physical labor requirements of the job and be able to work extended hours including weekends. Cargill emphasizes integrity, safety and customer service in a team-based environment.
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SERVICES _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362. 13-tfn
SERVICES _____________________ MARTY’S HOCKEY ACADEMY - MHA specializes in Puckhandling, Shooting, HockeyIQ, Skill-Moves, Hand-Eye & More. www.martysha.com. Ph. 226787-9156. Email: info@martysha.com. PA Day Camp @EssexCSC on Friday, September21st. $140/player, but $95/ player if booked before September10th. 32-6t*
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Employment Opportunity Assistant Manager, Finance The Town is currently seeking an Assistant Manager, Finance. The Assistant Manager, Finance would report to the Manager, Finance and Business Services, and is responsible for assisting in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, designing, maintaining and analyzing financial reports, as well as ensuring the day to day operations of the revenue cycle are completed in compliance with corporate policies, by-laws, and all applicable regulations. For full details and further information, please see our website at www.essex.ca. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 31st, 2018.
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LESSONS _____________________ Learn to play Piano - Beginners to level 8 RCM, or just for fun! Theory levels 5, 6, 8. Contact Joyce Van Doorn, Essex - 226935-7489. Email: playpianosx@gmail. com. 31-5t*
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_____________________ HIRING! GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED Please fax your resume to 1-tf 519-723-2336. _____________________ 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 $14.00/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 _____________________ 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$14.00. 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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PERSONAL _____________________ PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.” (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With 32-1t* grateful thanks. P.L.
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HUGE YARD SALE August 24 9:00-5:00 and August 25 9:00-2:00. Clearing out years of collecting. 100’s of quality books - 100’s of good quality items. New gift quality pieces for sale. Home business and inventory for sale. 10x10 white display tent. Worth the drive out to 102 Mersea Road 8, Leamington. 32-1t*
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IN LOVING MEMORY
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In loving memory of
Morley Rounding October 19, 1937 - August 22, 2014 Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, and always near. Still loved, still missed, and always dear. ~ Lovingly remembered by wife
Margorie and Family
In the next year, the majority of businesses said that they expected to remain the same, while a couple are expecting to expand. Within the next five year, the business respondents said they would like to see a variety of significant
changes, with the most common answer being residential growth, and unity within Council and with other boards, BIA, and businesses. Other answers included promoting the area, continued development of new businesses, more exposure for businesses
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Celebrating 50 Years! Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary
Richard & Mary Maedel Open House Saturday, August 25th, from 2pm - 8pm. 1563 Road 3 West, Kingsville. Best Wishes Only.
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not on the main street, having the business improvement plan fair for all business in Essex, continued improvements downtown, and filling empty buildings. According to Silveira’s report, the next steps include, but are not limited to, participating in the First Impressions Community Exchange program through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, which highlights what could be visitors’ first impressions of a community. Relationship building with local business owners to identify opportunities to help business expand
in the community would also be continued. Another step is to identify and assist businesses at risk of leaving or closing by increasing business sector awareness of available resources. This could be small business counselling, networking, partnerships, and lending or access to capital or grant funding, the report notes. Administration, he stated, will continue to meet with new and outgoing businesses to ensure open communication to discuss any challenges or opportunities.
Voice Of Inspiration “I like work: it fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours.” ~ Jerome K. Jerome
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AUG. 24 26 TECUMSEH CORN FESTIVAL Opens at 12pm. 12021 McNorton St. For info: www.tecumseh.ca/residents/tourism-and-events/corn-festival. _________________________________________________________
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FERGUSON, Ruth (nee Moore) - Passed away peacefully at Iler Lodge on August 19, 2018 at 98 years of age. Beloved wife of 69 years of the late Herald. Loving mother of Linda Bishop (late Rex) of Calgary and Kim Ferguson (Sandra). Treasured grandmother of Bruce Weaver (Carolyn), Robert Weaver (Kate), Jeffrey Ferguson (Karrie) and Daniel Ferguson (Kyla). Great-grandmother of Alexander, Patrick, Joshua, Sage and Sienna Weaver, Seth, Bryn, Keryn, Briggs and Kayden Ferguson. Predeceased by parents John and Alice Moore; her siblings John Moore, Kathleen Lee, Alfred Moore, Alice Kitchen, Fred Moore, May Sample, Ronald Moore, Dorothy Fluke, Wesley Moore and Harry Moore. Special aunt to Marilyn and Dick Pluimers. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ruth was a member of Belleview Ladies Golf Club; Pleasant Valley Social Club in Woodslee. She was a long-time member of the Cottam United Church, and later a member of the Essex United Church. Special thanks to the staff on Margaret Brown wing of Iler Lodge Nursing Home for the care and compassion shown for Ruth. Ruth is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville. Donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice (cheques made to Erie Shores Health Foundation) or to the charity of your choice. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.
AUG. 27 CARPET BOWLING at Essex Retirees, 32 Russell St. Take part in a fun and challenging game. Beginners welcome. Drop in and see how the game is played. AUG. 30 - Historic Harrow Plaque Unveiling - at 12:30pm at the Harrow Veteran’s Memorial Park, 30 King St. West. For more info: essex.ca/news. AUG. 30 SEPT. 2 164TH ANNUAL HARROW FAIR - For information & a schedule of events: www.harrowfair.com - 134 McAffee, Harrow, ON. SEPT. 2 AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET AND FESTIVAL OF CARS - at the CTMHVM 6155 Arner Twnl, Essex 8am - 2pm. For info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com. SEPT. 29 THE ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION - Final meeting of 2018 at 9am at Orchard View Golf, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven, For info: 519-738-3476. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Next meeting is on Wednesday, Spetember 26th @ 6:30 p.m. Look us up on Facebook for updates and more information! COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.
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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett
We extend a warm invitation to all to worship with us every Sunday at 10:30a.m. Major Sam Roberts leads the services which are followed by a brief time of fellowship where you can enjoy refreshments and visit with our church family. SA Cafe is open to all on Tuesdays from 10 - noon. Drop in for a visit and meet new friends, enjoy activities such as board games, jig saw puzzles, or just chatting over a coffee and goodies. Fall programs are being organized and dates will be posted soon. Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of August 13th to the 17th: Monday Euchre - Mike Renaud, Janette Pillon, Veronica Granger, Bernice Price, and Mary Marg Chevalier. Wednesday Pepper Wayne Rawson, Aggie Rivest, George Diesbourg, Mary Marg Chevalier, Theresa Rivait, Flo Rivest, and Janette Pillon. Friday Night Euchre - Wayne Rawson, Edna Chevalier, Joanne McMurren, Ernie Lariviere, George Diesbourg, Mary Marg Chevalier, and Jean Matalik. For club information, call Claire at 519-723-
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Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for Sunday Service at Belle River United Church at 10am. Rev. Murray Rounding will lead the services. Our Church Office is open on Thursdays, however, it is best to call ahead before coming. Please Note: Rev. Murray Rounding is the Pastoral Charge Supervisor and is available for funerals and any issues. He can be reached at 519-990-9713. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church
Essex Retirees’
Office Hours: The office will be closed for vacation most Fridays during the month August. Please check the calendar on the website, or phone ahead if you plan on stopping in. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our market last weekend. Stay tuned for the September date. Thrive! Intergeneration Games Night: Aug. 30 from 7 to 8:30 pm at Essex United Church. Come for snacks, games, intergeneration trivia (Kahoot) and more! All are welcome! Please note that our Summer Worship Schedule is now in effect, Sunday services for the month of August and September 2nd are at Trinity Cottam at 9:15am Thank You Bank contributions for August will go to our Clothing Cupboard. Catch the Spirit Fundraiser: Wednesday, October 24, from 6:30 - 8:30 at Cooper’s Hawk Winery - a fundraising and FUNraising event to highlight Huron Church Camp. More details to come soon. Please visit our website at www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.
Social Club Saturday afternoon Wally Laframboise, Lawrence Dobson, and Barb Murphy had top scores. Judy Kelly had high score at Monday night Pepper. Mary Lou Chibi had the most peppers and Shirley Stiers had low score. Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Donna Eyraud with the most peppers, Janece McLaughlin with high score, and Shirley Doey & Estelle Spoors tied with low score. Diana Dennis and Don Ames tied for high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Roger Monchamp had the most peppers and Lawrence Dobson had low score. Thursday night Bridge winners were Joan Broeders and Colleen Chevalier.
Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Jay continued his series on “Wisdom” with a strong emphasis on “knowing the path you’re on.” Is it leading you where you want to go or away from your destination?
Healing Rooms at ACM are open on Saturdays from 9am-noon; a place where you are welcomed, blessed, and refreshed by our prayer team. Intercession is Tuesday and Friday mornings at 9am. Our recent yard sale for Titian Ministries raised $2000.00 for the children’s home in Ghana! “Heavy Rain”with Jamie and Heather Paton is on August 24th at 7pm. Vision Sunday is September 9th. For more info, visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be Blessed!
Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Be a part of history and have your family name and or business engraved on the Sandwich South plaque that will be permanently displayed in the new Sandwich South Cultural & Resource in Oldcastle. If interested, contact Judy at 519-737-6628. Mark your calendars now for the grand opening on Sunday, September 30th at 1p.m. Pre-School play time for ages 0-4 is available at Bethel
Maidstone Church every Thursday morning, starting in September. Sign up now for the St. Mary’s Altar Society’s Golf Tournament on September 23rd at Willow Creek. Registration forms found at the back of the church. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice.
Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United
Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, and coffee hour that follows! Our church and hall are air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. This summer, Rev. Catherine is doing a Sermon Series through July and August; Kingdom Under Construction: Battles, lust betrayal, and a throne: things are heating up this summer! Follow the stories of Samuel, David, and Solomon as God speaks to us about faith, leadership, taking risks, and making mistakes. Next is: David’s death; Solomon’s prayer. Read ahead: 1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14. Coming this fall: Preschool Play
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2018 Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS OUR COMMUNITIES. OUR HOME.
Call for Committee Members The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore is seeking members for the Lakeshore Election Compliance Audit Committee. For further information please visit our Website www.lakeshore.ca Employment Opportunities. Application deadline is August 31, 2018 at 4:30 pm Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.
Call for Election Officials Election Day: Monday, October 22, 2018 Saturday Advance Voting Days: October 6 and October 13 Polling Clerks and Deputy Returning Officers are required to assist during the 2018 Municipal Election to be held on Election Day, Monday, October 22, 2018. Positions may also be available on the Advance Voting Days: Saturday, October 6 (Essex Centre) and Saturday, October 13 (Harrow Centre). Interested candidates are invited to submit a Letter of Interest by mail, fax or email, outlining past relevant experience and providing complete contact information (mailing address, contact phone numbers and email address), to the attention of: Robert Auger, Town Solicitor/Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON N8M 1A8 Fax: 519-776-8811 Email: clerks@essex.ca Letters of Interest must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 31, 2018 Applicants must be available to work at the assigned Polling Station from 9:00AM until approximately 9:00PM on Election Day and/or from 8:00AM until approximately 6:00PM on the Advance Voting Days. A mandatory training session will be provided in advance of voting days.
The Town of Essex is seeking members to sit on the Town of Essex Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee. The Committee must be established before October 1, 2018. In accordance with Sections 88.33 to 88.37 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, the Compliance Audit Committee will consider applications requesting compliance audits of financial statements filed by candidates and registered third party advertisers following the 2018 Municipal Election. As the committee will operate as a quasi-judicial committee, preference will be given to auditors, accountants, lawyers and other individuals with knowledge of campaign finance rules. Prior experience on a committee, task force or tribunal would also be an asset. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest highlighting relevant experience and qualifications before September 7, 2018. Applications will not be accepted from: • Employees or officers of the municipality; • Members of Essex Town Council; • Candidates in the election for which the Committee is established or family members or employees of same, or any person connected to a candidate through an employment, contractual, business or partnership relationship; • Any persons who are Registered Third Party Advertisers in the election for which the committee is established or family members of employees of same, or any person connected to a Registered Third Party Advertiser through an employment, contractual, business or partnership relationship; or • Any person who is or intends to volunteer or seek employment to assist any candidate in the election for which the Committee is established. Please mail applications to: Robert W. Auger, Town Solicitor/Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON N8M 1A8 By email to: rauger@essex.ca By fax to: 519-776-8811
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Continued from Page 19 Time! Starting in September, every Thursday from 9:30am - 12noon, caregivers & kids are invited to drop in. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please add a name to the list in the foyer, or contact the office. You can find us on the web at: www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am until 1pm.
Essex United Church Join us Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our worship service. During the month of August, we will worship in our newly renovated Youth Room. Rev. Jim Hatt, officiating. Thanks to the staff and all our volunteers for a wonderful week at Vacation Bible School. Thrive Night - Thursday, August 30 at 7:00 pm. An opportunity to share fun and fellowship with another exciting intergeneration trivia game (Kahoot), snacks, and games from across the generations. All are welcome! The dates have been selected for our new Church Directory:Thursday, October 11 and Friday, October 12 - 2:30 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, October 13 - 9:30 to 3:00 pm. Please sign up after church. Essex United Sunday School/Youth Players Presents - A Christmas Carol December 14th, 2018. Rehearsals begin September 2nd and will be every Sunday from 1 - 3pm.
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For information, speak to Pastor Jim. For the month of August, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank. Semi Annual Yard Sale is Friday, September 28, 8am - 4pm, (Lunch available Fri. only) (Bake Sale Fri. only) and Saturday, September 29: 9am - 12noon (Yard Sale). Line dancing begins again on Wednesday, October 10th for 8 weeks from 1pm 2:30pm. Everyone is welcome!
Trinity Church Prayers continue for Dan, Rob, Christina, Jim, Sandy Berry, Roman, Debby and David.The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Frederick Gash, given by Ian & Pam Quirk and family. Thank you to Sandra Lypps for leading our worship on Sunday, while Rev. Chris was away. Thank You Bank donations will be given to the work of the Clothing Cupboard at St. Paul’s. Remember, this is the last week to order you mums. Please let Pat Jackson know. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam! All are welcome!
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Volunteers Needed: Friendly Visiting is a program where volunteers are matched with seniors to provide friendly in-home social visits on a regular basis. It is a service to help ease feelings of loneliness and promote independence for older adults, especially those who are homebound and frail. Friendly Visitor volunteers build relationships by providing companionship, emotional support and practical assistance. For those interested in volunteering, please contact Essex Community Services at: 519-776-4231 for more information. Thank you.
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1960 Studebaker Lark convertible
1960 Studebaker Lark convertible at Sun Parlor Home Car Show.
On June 21, 2018, the Sun Parlour Home for Senior Citizens in Leamington, Ontario, held its 4th Annual Classic Car Show for the viewing pleasure of the residents. Among the cars on display was an immaculate 1960 Studebaker Lark Regal VI convertible coupe owned by Gord and Norma McGregor of Chatham. They have owned this car since 2008, when they purchased it from Alex and Mary O’Brien of Blenheim, Ontario, who bought it from John Legue, also of Blenheim and owner of Restorations Unlimited. He bought the car from a doctor in Arizona and imported it into Canada around 1982. During the O’Brien ownership, engine and transmission issues led to the purchase of a parts car for its overhead-valve six cylinder engine and automatic transmission known as Flightomatic in keeping with the Lark nameplate. Also during the O’Brien ownership, some body work was done and the car was repainted in the soft yellow it is now. The original engine was a flathead six with 90 horsepower. The car now has an overhead-valve six cylinder engine which first came out in 1961 with 169.6 cubic inches and 112 horsepower. The build sheet that Gord and Norma obtained for their car indicated a standard transmission and a paint colour called Jonquil Yellow. When the McGregors bought the car, additional work was needed. The car showed evidence of a much older restoration. Work began with a teardown by Gord and his friend Ken Osborne in Ken’s garage. The body and chassis then went to Campbell Built on Erieau Road for a body-off restoration. The car then went back to Ken’s garage for re-assembly and mechanical work. Gord tells everyone he just handed Ken the tools. The interior was a tan colour and the O’Briens swapped it for black. The dash has always been black. The McGregors now have a Studebaker Lark owner’s manual purchased from Ken McGee in Goderich, Ontario. The wheelbase of the Lark is 108.5 inches in contrast to the Studebaker Hawk at 120 inches. The Lark was introduced in 1959 as a compact car a full year ahead of the compacts from the Big Three. A Lark hardtop coupe was available in 1959 but the convertible did not arrive until 1960. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca.
by William Leon, of Maidstone, in second position. Gd Cruise For Gold, owned by Donald Rankin Jr., of Amherstburg, crossed the finish line in first place, in the tenth race. A regular Sunday race schedule has resumed at Leamington Raceway. Visit www. lakeshorehorseraceway. com for details, results, and special events. • This day in sports: On August 23: In 1953 Phil Grate sets record for throwing a baseball (443’3”). In 1972 Chicago’s Dick Allen joins Jimmie Foxx, Hank Greenberg, and Alex Johnson) as the only four
• Over the August 8-10 weekend, the Essex Minor Baseball Association Junior team headed to Wyoming Ontario to defend its title at the AA All Ontario Championships. The team made it to the finals to capture a silver placement for the season. Two more silver medal winners were the Junior Girls at its tournament in Leamington the second week of August. The Intermediate Girls also took home silver in its division of the Leamington tournament. In Amherstburg, the same week, the Senior Girls team brought a silver medal home from its tournament. • At Leamington Raceway on Sunday, August 19, Zinfandart, owned by Alma Jarvis and William Jarvis, of Essex, was first place in the third race. In the sixth race, Harttattack, owned by Andrea Leon, of Maidstone, was first across the finish line. In the eighth race it was Notrouble Dechafra, owned by Mike Budway of Harrow, in first and Victorys Peanut, owned
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players to homer into Comiskey Park’s center field bleachers. In 1981 Beth Daniel wins LPGA World Championship of Women’s Golf. In 1989 the LA Dodgers eventually beat the Montreal Expos, 1-0, in a 22 inning game that was decided by a home run, hit by Rick Dempsey. At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the American women’s basketball team won the gold medal with a convincing 92-65 win over Australia. At the 2015 Canadian Open Women’s Golf, Vancouver, Lydia Ko of New Zealand won in a playoff with Stacy Lewis.
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Essex Juniors win silver medal at AA Provincial Championships
submitted to EFP The Essex Junior baseball Team was unable to defend their 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AAâ&#x20AC;? Provincial Championship, but finished with a silver medal at the 2018 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AAâ&#x20AC;? Provincial Championships on the August 10 weekend. However, that was secondary to playing in its final Essex Minor Baseball game of the players careers as a team. This was an emotional end for a group of teammates that have had a great ride. The core of this group has participated in 6 provincial finals in 6 years. Their dedication to improving was something to watch as they went from young ball players who struggled, to a team that others were worried about playing. The first year of putting the team together, every player was asked what they wanted and the answer from everyone was â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to compete with the better teams.â&#x20AC;? The expectations were set that night, in the gym, and the wheels
put in motion to get where we are today. This was their decision! Over the next eight years, this group reached many
milestones together. They captured three provincial gold and three provincial silver. The team only missed progressing to the semi-finals once, out of its last 24 tournaments. The team finished one season with a 42-1-2 record, played a College Team from Mexico, and stole the plate in the 7th inning, while down one run, with two strikes on a batter, to win the game. Essex had a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;no hitterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the Provincial Semi-Final, and finished up 7-3 against AAA Teams from the greater Toronto area. After the team left the diamond on Sunday, it was brought to the coachesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attention that someone left their Medal because it was only second place. The medal was tucked away for delivery at a later time. This medal will be reflected upon over years to come when you think of your friends and all of your great memories at the ball park. Thirty years from now, you will think of your friends, remember your youth and always have these great memories. There is winning but there is nothing like winning with your friends (your baseball family). As you move forward in the next phase of your lives, please work as hard and you did the last eight years and you will be successful. Good luck & be safe!
The road to gold for the EMBA Minor Mosquito team submitted to EFP As a Rookie team, the Essex Minor Mosquito team has won Silver in its division, at the Provincial level, the last two seasons, while representing Essex and the Sun Parlour Baseball Association. The team is on the road next month with its eye on Gold. The largest difference in play this year is the introduction of pitching instead of pitching machines, and Essex has no shortage of pitchers. Jimmy Hayes, Braeden Cavanagh and Cole Grant have been masterful this season, and Essex boast other great arms along with emerging catchers such as Ryan Smith and Sean Wilson. The Ontario Championship tournament has the same tournament play structure as in past season. Essex will play either the Uxbridge Bears or the Stouffville Yankees, representing the York Simcoe Baseball Association, in the opener for the U10 OBA â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? Championships, in Cobourg next month.
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Tom Brough brings a crowd to Tune Up the Parks
by Sylene Argent Windsor musician Tom Brough enjoyed bringing his infusion of many different genres of music to the Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee’s Tune Up the Parks concert series last Wednesday. The evening concert took place in Essex Centre’s Heritage Gardens Park. “I play everything from contemporary country to rock,” he said. “I just like to play.” Some of his musical influences include Detroit Rock ‘n Roller, Bob Seger. Brough also likes listening to outlaw country and has enjoyed the way artists are taking classic tunes and converting them into coffeehouse covers. Brough has played in this summer music series several times since it was implemented
Centre. Additional events have been added in Harrow and McGregor for this year’s series. The performances, which could be
subject to change or cancellation, begin at 7:00 p.m. Visit essex.ca for more information.
Essex 2009s are Sun County Soccer Champs a few years back, and he has thoroughly enjoyed participating. “It has been great. It is really peaceful and relaxing to play [in the music series]. Everyone seems to enjoy it.” Brough’s music can be found online at www.reverbnation.com/tombrough or on his Youtube channel, tombroughmusic. The Essex Centre portion of the Tune Up the Parks sessions is scheduled to continue on Wednesday, August 22 with Leamington musician, Justin Latam, who infuses blues, rock, and folk into his tunes. This musician is known to play covers and originals in his sets. Tune Up the Parks continues until August 30 with Monday evening concerts at Colchester Harbour Park and on Wednesday evenings at Heritage Gardens Park in Essex
PICTURED: Bottom Row - Ethan Gerard, Brady Simpson. 2nd Row - Eli Dreidger, Bryn Belleau, Hunter Roehrich, Xander Zanier, Rico O’Keefe, Avy Ward. 3rd Row - Warren Kennedy, Trent Frias, Easton Moffat, Ian McFarlane, Gavin Mills, Andrew Baker. Coaches: Tim McFarlane, Dale Zanier, Karly Davidson.
submitted to EFP The Essex 2009s, sponsored by Brenko’s Pizza, had a great soccer season this summer. They finished with 18 wins and one tie, to secure first place in the league standings. The team’s work ethic and motivation was second to none. This past weekend, the Sun County Soccer League’s Wrap Up Tournament was held in Leamington Ontario. The ‘09s battled through the opening rounds, to face Leamington in the gold
medal game, just as they had in the Colasanti Cup. Once again, the players came out with even more determination, and won the game with a 4-1 victory to be named Champions. The coaches are extremely proud of the players respect they showed for the game, their teammates, and opponents throughout the entire season. On behalf of the coaching staff, it was a true honour to be a part of this team and we learned just as much from them as they did from us.