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A LOOK INSIDE St. Vincent de Paul store opens in Essex PAGE 2 _______________
Issue No. 48
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EPIC shares a Taste of the Season
FCA Foundation fuels Transportation Museum with $10,000 USD grant PAGE 3 ________________ Need mental health care? There’s an app for that PAGE 9 ________________ Colchester North Christmas Hay Ride PAGE 12 ________________ New Essex by-law aims to clean up signage
PAGE 19 ________________ Vorshuk propels 73’s offense
PAGE 24 ________________ Janice Kubiak visits with The Cheese Bar owner Sarah Barrette at Colio Estate Winery during the Taste of the Season Holiday Open House on Saturday.
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Hospitality Tour and Event Coordinator Jennifer Ring and bartender Michael Maloney show off their ugly Christmas sweaters at Colio Estate Winery on Saturday.
by Jennifer Cranston The Essex Pelee Island Coast Winegrowers Association (EPIC) hosted its annual Taste of the Season open house this past weekend, sharing wine and food pairings with hundreds of visitors. Colio Estate Winery is one of 10 local wineries that participate. Admission into the event was
food items that will be passed to local food banks. Jennifer Ring is Hospitality/ Tour and Events Coordinator at Colio Estate Winery. She said the turn-out at this annual event just keeps growing. Last year around 1,000 people took part in the tour and this year they were expecting more. “We always have it on American Thanksgiving weekend, and it becomes a tradition,” she said. Each winery offers wine and food pairings and they all invite their visitors to participate in a Christmas photo contest by entering their favourite holiday photo online. Each of the wineries on the tour also offered props for patrons to borrow if they wanted to create new photos for the occasion. The grand prize for the contest is $250 in wine gift cards; $25 for each of the participating wineries. Tourists at Colio also enjoyed music by local musician Justin Latam. The staff at Colio entered a contest of their own this year, inviting people to vote for the ugliest Christmas sweater worn by a staff member. The next EPIC event will be the Festival of Ice in February.
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St. Vincent de Paul store opens in Essex
St. Vincent de Paul Society-Windsor/Essex General Manager Rosanne Winger (left) is joined by her Essex staff in preparing the new store last week.
by Sylene Argent The former Scott’s Discount Store, nearing the Centre Street/Talbot Street intersection in Essex Centre, is the new home to the St. Vincent de Paul’s sixth regional store. The new facility’s doors were opened to the public last week. Rosanne Winger, General Manager of the St.
Vincent de Paul-Windsor/ Essex stores, said the society is very excited to introduce its Essex-based facility, which will be the biggest in its chain. The St. Vincent de Paul has stores across the region from Leamington to Windsor. She said the St. Vincent de Paul typically opens stores in areas in need. An opportunity came about to open a new facility in Essex, so the Society jumped at the chance. In addition to the clothing store, the St. Vincent de Paul will also have a food bank, which will likely be setup in the store. The Society delivers food to the homes of those facing economically stressful times. While delivering the food, the Society may give out vouchers to those in need to come to the store to shop for free. This offers an opportunity for those facing economically stressful times to shop with dignity and be able to pick out items they like and would fit properly. Winger noted any donations made to the Society stay within its family of six stores. Whatever items cannot be used at the facility the donations are made to,
are then distributed to its others stores. Donations will be accepted at the Essex facility. A celebratory grand opening is planned for December 12. Winger noted people of all walks of life frequent the St. Vincent de Paul Society stores, including those who are facing economically stressful times and those who just enjoy thrift shopping. She said the store will be a good way for people to connect with quality products for reasonable prices. Within Essex, there are
chapters of the St. Vincent de Paul that operate out of Harrow, which has a store, and McGregor that serve the community. The St. Vincent de Paul relies on community support, and does not receive any government funding, she noted. The store opening will not affect the donation drives that occur from Holy Name Catholic Church. Anyone in need of using the St. Vincent de Paul food bank is urged to call 519-253-7481. She said it is a simple process to get started.
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LouAnn Gosselin, head of Communications for FCA Canada, forwards a $10,000USD grant to Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village Chairperson Harry Bergman in front of a Windsor-built 1926 Chrysler two-door coach that is displayed at the local automotive museum.
by Sylene Argent The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) is a local facility that is dedicated to preserving the area’s rich and interesting past, including the area’s automotive history. Preserving the past became a little easier to do on Friday afternoon when the FCA Foundation, through FCA Canada, forwarded a $10,000 USD grant to the Museum, which was accepted by Chairperson Harry Bergman. The funds will be used to maintain and repair the Transportation Museum. LouAnn Gosselin, head of Communications for FCA Canada, was pleased to forward to grant. She explained the CTMHV applied for a grant through the FCA Foundation, and was successful at garnering $10,000 USD. Bergman said the grant will go a long way in helping maintain the Museum for the community to continue to enjoy. He noted the hydro bill alone is around $5,000 per month. “All this helps to maintain carrying on the
Museum’s activities,” Bergman said. CTMHV Vice Chairperson Mickey Moulder added the Museum gives back to the community in many ways, and it is always nice to receive some financial help. “FCA has been fabulous,” he said. Gosselin explained FCA has had a good relationship with the CTMHV in the past. For instance, when the company celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2015, there was a celebration at the waterfront in Windsor. The CTMHV was pleased to enhance the celebration by bringing several vintage Chrysler vehicles to help recognize that history. She said the CTMHV is one of the only places to see and learn about the area’s rich automotive history. One area FCA Canada focuses on when going through the grant applications is youth development. And the CTMHV has a Youth Education Program that has a curriculum that teaches hundreds of area students from throughout the region the rich history of the area’s past. “It’s a nice opportunity
for youth to come and learn about automotive history,” she said. Gosselin encourages community members to check out the Museum over the holidays, or enjoy its restaurant. The Museum will host its Breakfast with Santa event on December 20, and on New Year’s Eve it will host a party where the winning ticket for
its annual vehicle raffle will be drawn. This year’s prize vehicle is a 1930 Ford Model A. The proceeds will support the Children’s Education Program. For more information about the CTMHV, to learn of its hours of operation and upcoming events, log onto www. ctmhv.com.
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big gray area. I used to think that personal signature had to be perfect, flawless. But really, nothing can be so. And so much life can be missed in trying to avoid an imperfection, which is impossible to strive for, anyway. Every blemish in that personal signature corrected is an obstacle that had been overcome. That can be a show of strength and endurance. No one solution can fix any one problem. Every situation is different. And every person is different because our minds are all hardwired differently due to our genetic makeup, and all of our experiences are different, with mistakes in tow, which gives us each a unique perspective.
Everything one does is a signature of who he or she was. But that signature is never perfect, and it will always evolve and change as new life lessons are learned, as new experiences are endured, and even as mistakes are made, corrected, and learned from. So, I have come to realize that mistakes will be made in life. And that is ok, because making mistakes is about learning, so long as there is a willingness to correct them and learn from them.
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- Do our schools teach how to think? Not long ago when I bought an article from a store the clerk started adding it on her gadget and I told her the amount. She looked at me in amazement and asked me how I did that. I think I learned to add by experience. My friend sent me the following thoughts about the difference in education for young people. It is about a senior person questioning, and that person claims this actually happened. At any rate it is good for a laugh. The person claimed a fast food restaurant’s menu gave prices for 6, 9, or 12 pieces of chicken so she asked for half a dozen. The young clerk said they did not have half a dozen. Another time she asked for a sweetener and
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was told they didn’t have any; only sugar or Splenda. The next statement seems highly unlikely but here it is: She said she put one of those bars between her articles and those of woman ahead of her, and the clerk picked up the bar and tried to find the code for the price and asked her if she knew how much it was. This next example is much more unlikely. A mother called 911 and asked whether she should take her child to emergency because the child ate some ants and so she gave the child some ant killer. The report suggests there is more. Then this was added. “Don’t laugh, this is all true.” Judge for yourself and I hope you had a good laugh. I am told that is good for you.
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Over 1100 served EDHS Students in search of old yearbooks at Cottam United turkey dinner
Megan enjoys a turkey dinner at Cottam United Church last Thursday evening.
by Sylene Argent Cottam United Church celebrated the American Thanksgiving last Thursday evening with its 70th annual turkey supper. And with having over 1100 patrons attend this annual Church fundraiser, it is still a strong tradition in the little hamlet.
submitted by Madison Van Wijngaarden Three leadership students at Essex District high School are in search of old yearbooks in hopes of finding information on EDHS athletics. Taylor Bruner, Mason Lauzon, and Madison Van Wijngaarden have started the steps needed in order to create a school “Hall Of Fame” that will honour all of the hard work, dedication, and success that EDHS athletics has experienced over the years. Teams and individuals will be recognized for WECSSAA, SWOSSAA, and OFSAA championships. We are also hoping to receive information on individuals who have received scholarships and went on to postsecondary school for their specific sport.
The Essex District High School library does have a majority of yearbooks from 19652014, but some are missing. Currently, the years that are missing from within that time span are 1987, 1991, 1994, and 1995. An anonymous donor has been kind enough to donate yearbooks from 1956-1960. Therefore the yearbooks currently missing are from 19601964, 1987, 1991, 1994, 1995, and anything before 1956. The students are hoping to find the missing yearbooks mentioned above, and will also accept any other yearbook. They are hoping to go back as far as possible to honour all of the success that EDHS athletics has experienced. If you do not have old yearbooks, information
on sports teams, individual successes, old uniforms, and anything else involving EDHS athletics is widely appreciated and accepted. Thank you in advance for anyone in the community who has archives and/or other information that they are willing to share in order to create this amazing
tribute to Essex District High School athletics. If you have anything you would like to share, please contact the leadership teacher Angela Lindsay at 519-3000551 or ange.lindsay@ publicboard.ca, or you can contact Madison at madisonwijngaarden@ gmail.com. TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM
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Essex Optimist helps to collect cereal for youth Photo submitted: Members of the Essex Optimist Club and School Board Trustee Kim McKinley collected bags of cereal to help breakfast programs provide a morning meal to youth.
On Tuesday, November 24 Essex Optimist Club members, Sharp Bus Lines, and the Greater Essex County District School Board joined forces to collect cereal for breakfast programs targeted at ensuring youth get the most important meal of the day. A sharp bus was driven to six schools within the region, including Essex District High School, where the students and teachers donated a variety of cereals for the drive. Thanks to the generosity of the community, the cereal drive was able to deliver 234 bags of cereal, weighing in at over 2 million grams, to 26 schools and three community organizations that will ensure the cereal is available to youth in need of a morning meal to kick start the day.
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Go back in time with the Bethlehem Walk by Sylene Argent After a one year hiatus, organizers are pleased to offer the Biblical themed production of the “Bethlehem Walk” for the community to
enjoy this weekend. The outdoor play, to be hosted at Gess†wood Camp & Retreat Centre, will help kick off the Christmas season for many, and will help raise funds for
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the Gess†wood Bursary program. On Sunday, the interactive play’s actors, director, and organizers got together for the play’s dress rehearsal. Here, costumes were fitted, lines were memorized, and props were prepared in anticipation of this weekend’s production, which will offer the sights and sounds of the first century, under the stars. During the interactive play, attendees will encounter Roman soldiers who are recording the census, a merchant, the Hotel keeper, and village folk of Bethlehem in the first century while searching for the newly born baby Jesus, as the Biblical story highlights. The 2015 installment of the Bethlehem Walk at Gess†wood Camp & Retreat Centre will be offered on Friday, December 4 from 7p.m. until 8:30 p.m., and on Saturday, December 5 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. “We are really enthusiastic about doing the show this year,” Bethlehem Walk Director Mary Dagenais said, adding attendees really love attending the event at the campsite, where they are able to travel from one scene to the next, guided by play volunteers. The
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acting, they also help design the stations, greet attendees, and complete plenty of behind the scene tasks. Play attendees have the opportunity to forward a donation as an entrance fee. The donations are collected and used in the Gess†wood Bursary program to help area
youth of families facing economically stressful times get an opportunity to enjoy a summer camp experience. Play organizer Georgeann Welsh noted around 25 youth were able to attend Gess†wood last summer because of this bursary.
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Need mental health care? There’s an app for that
Corey Robertson, Director of Marketing for Security One Alarms, is master of ceremonies at the Be Safe app launch at Leamington District Secondary School on November 24.
by Jennifer Cranston On November 24, with an audience of Leamington area teens at Leamington District Secondary School, Leamington District Memorial Hospital and Mind Your Mind launched a new mobile device application (or app) to
help youth connect with the mental health care they may need. The app is called “Be Safe” and is free to download and use. It helps users figure out what kind of help they need, and where to find that service locally. The app also helps users create a “safe plan,”
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to help them stay safe until they can get the care they need. A series of yes/no questions helps users to identify their need. There is also a “script” function that helps young people find the words to describe what they are going through. Principal of Leamington District Secondary School, Kyle Berard, said that his students have been asking for better access to mental health services. “We have lots of kids who are trained with ‘safe talk,’ which is suicide prevention for themselves and others,” he said. “This is another tool for them because we don’t have them after 2:20.” The app was first launched in London, ON about a year ago and has now been expanded to include a province-wide version and community specific versions in 13 regions across the province, including the new Essex County/ Windsor version. What is unique about this app is that it is created with the input of regional youth and the relevant service organizations. Leamington District Memorial Hospital first contacted Mind Your Mind last year after the London launch, and signed on to be the lead agency to bring the service to the community, which
includes covering the cost of developing the local version. Cheryl Deter, Vice President of Patient Services and Chief Nursing Executive at LDMH, explained that patients were making it clear that understanding what services were available and accessing those services was challenging for them. “Working closely with our community and our high schools we have been hearing the need for an additional tool like this in this area,” she said. Deter emphasized the involvement of local youth in the development of the app.
“The key is first listening to you,” she said. “What you say has meaning.” Social Media and Project Coordinator for Mind Your Mind, Melissa Taylor-Gates, explained the input in the creation phase is just the beginning. “We want to keep working, and building this,” she said. “If any of this doesn’t work for you, let us know.” She also explained that there is a paper version of the app available for people who may not want the app on their phone. Dwayne Brunet, Principal at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School, said that he and
his colleagues strive to make students feel as safe as possible. It is also important students feel that that they have at least one person they can go to in times of crisis. “For some, being at school is the most stable part of their day,” he said. “This app can help bridge the gap.” Mind Your Mind is the creator of several youth focused mental health applications as well as the Be Safe app. For more information on this app and others visit mindyourmind.ca.
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Holy Name offers turkey dinner and bazaar as fundraiser
These youth try their luck in the fishing pond at the Turkey Dinner and Bazar hosted at Holy Name of Jesus Church on Saturday.
by Sylene Argent Members of the Catholic Women’s League at Holy Name of Jesus Church were busy hosting the annual turkey dinner on Saturday. Everyone was welcomed to enjoy a turkey dinner in the parish hall, and participate in the many other activities offered throughout the afternoon and into the early evening, including raffles, a bazaar, a penny
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sale, bake sale, and a fish pond that was set up so youth could enjoy reeling in a few treats or neat treasures. “There is something for everyone,” Laura Trepanier, a member of the Holy Name Catholic Women’s League, said. She was also one of the organizers of Saturday’s fundraiser. She said the fundraiser will allow the CWL to support many causes and initiatives, including Development and Peace, area food banks, Right to Life, and the Church’s youth groups. New this year, the CWL offered a family price to make attending the fundraiser affordable for families with young children. She noted that parishioners donated items to various aspects of the event, including pies to complement the dinner. All of the donated items helped the CWL to raise a large amount of money through the fundraiser. Trepanier estimated the fundraiser has been ongoing for over 60
years, but it isn’t held on the same weekend every year. Typically, around 600 patrons are served during the event. Trepanier and her
volunteers were pleased with the support from the community members who attended the event and helped make is a success.
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Cottam United turkey dinner...
Rosemary Roadhouse has been the organizer of this event for many years. She was quite pleased with this year’s turnout as she suspected the 2015 turkey fundraiser was just as successful, if not more successful, than it has been in the past. Everyone was invited to drop by the Church to enjoy a meal and some comradery with neighbours. In anticipation of the larger crowd, Roadhouse had 50 extra pounds of turkey prepared, and was glad she had the extra
fresh fruit and vegetables at roadside stands, so the Church began hosting the fundraiser on the American Thanksgiving to thank the Americans
food prepared. In order to feed this large gathering of visitors, Roadhouse, and her slew of volunteers, prepared 38 turkeys, each weighing in at around 25 pounds, 650 pounds of potatoes, and 19 bushels of butternut squash. The Church also prepared around 300 pies, and turned 140 loaves of bread into turkey stuffing. Just like it has done in past years, any unused food will be donated to the Windsor Youth Centre and the Essex Area Food Bank.
Cottam United Church’s 2015 Turkey Dinner celebrated its 70th anniversary this year. Roadhouse said the long-standing Cottambased tradition began as a church fundraiser
at a time when many Americans were passing through the area on old #3 on the way to their cottages in the Kingsville or Leamington areas. The Americans would stop in the area to pick up
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for their patronage. The funds raised at the dinner help maintain the Church and its missions to support food banks and The Downtown Mission.
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Colchester North Christmas Hay Ride Continues by Jennifer Cranston For over 40 years the Colchester North Christmas Hay Ride
has been kicking off the Holidays in country style and this year was no exception.
Around 80 area children, along with parents or guardians, piled onto two large hay wagons to be pulled by tractors for an around eight kilometer ride through and around Gesto on Saturday. The 20 minute hay ride, which was guided by fire trucks and firefighters from Essex Fire & Rescue’s Station #2,
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Christmas Hay Ride Continues...
Emma and Ethan take a minute to say hi to Santa Claus before climbing into a hay wagon for the annual Colchester North Christmas Hay Ride.
in the leading truck to join the ride. The festivities continued in the Colchester North Public School Gym following the ride. A Free lunch
of hot dogs and juice or coffee was available for everyone, and the gift giving began. Kids pulled numbers that they matched with toys displayed on a large
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table to discover which gift was theirs to take home. There were gifts for the adults as well. Santa Claus came back to hand out even more presents, and families
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enjoyed a presentation from Zoo 2 You. Louanne Mailloux is one of the event organizers; she said that every child leaves with a gift. Mailloux explained that this tradition has been enjoyed by generations. She has been part of the organizing team for years and her mother did it before her. “It’s fantastic,” she said. “I just love doing it.” The event has always been free and open to everyone. “It’s about the community coming together for the Holidays,” she said. Mailloux said the event couldn’t happen without support from so many area businesses and individuals. “Santa is a very big help too,” she said.
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COATON, Henrietta (nee McAlister) -Entered into eternal rest on November 27, 2015 at 90 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Sydney Coaton with whom she celebrated 65 years of marriage. Dear mother of Hilary (George) Fitzpatrick, Ian, Lewis, and the late Sharon (Brad) Shepley. Proud Nanny of 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Dearest sister of Margaret (Albert) Dickson. Loved sister-in-law of the late Ernie, husband of Barbara Coaton. Henrietta was a long-time member of the Harrow Mennonite Church in Harrow. She retired from the CIBC in Harrow after years of dedicated service. Henrietta loved gardening, knitting, her dog Jessie, and long walks on her farm. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A private funeral service was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North, Essex. Pastor Cathrin officiated. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the War Amps, to the Leamington Mennonite Home or the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www. kennedyfh.com. Our Mom and Nanny had a good sense of humour, was quick witted; enjoyed getting the upper hand and she will be sadly missed. __________________________________________________
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The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201-Cpt. Brien - Essex We want to thank the Essex and Cottam communites for their donations to the 2015 Poppy Campaign. We raised $22,000.05 during our campaign this year that will be used for our trust fund for veterans and their families. _________________________________________________________
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DAHL, Gilbert Gordon - Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, November 30, 2015 at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital. Beloved husband of Mary for 55 years. Loving father of Susan Dahl, Geoffrey, Robert (Diane), Sharon Gallant (late Joe). Proud Grandpa of 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Dearest son of the late John and Hilda Dahl. Dearest brother of Lawrence Dahl, late Raymond (late Pauline) and late Virginia Laforce (Roger). Family and friends will be received for visiting at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Wednesday 2-5 and 7-9 pm and on Thursday, December 3, 2015 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 146 Talbot Street South, Essex from 10 am until time of Mass of Resurrection at 11 am. Fr. Dave Boutette officiating. Cremation to follow. If desired memorial donations may be made to the charity of choice. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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EYRAUD, Gordon Wayne - Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on November 27, 2015 at 69 years of age. Beloved husband of Donna (nee Wilder) with whom he celebrated 46 years of marriage. Son of the late Lorne and Pauline Eyraud. Loving father of Wayne (Jennifer), Debbie (Carl) Datta and Cindy (Darrel) Lefaive. Treasured Grandpa of Darrel Jr., Tyler, Ryan, Tanner, Jasmine and Cody. Dear brother of Evelyn Murray, Philip (Judy) Eyraud, Bernard (Joanne) Eyraud, Helen (Jim Atwell) Ruttle, Paul (Connie) Eyraud and Roy Eyraud. Brother-in-law of Jack (Shirlee) Wilder, Marvin (Kathy) Wilder, Lynn (Gerry) Cadrin, Al (Lynda Ward) Wilder and Angie (Bill) Stevenson. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Gordon retired from Ford after 31 years of dedicated service. He was a member of Unifor Local # 200; the Cherry Hill Hunt Club and the OFAH. Gordon loved to hunt, fish, farm and his woodworking. The visitation was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. The funeral mass was celebrated at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church (Maidstone). Interment followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Essex Area Foodbank. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh. com.
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SWEET, Gregory “Sweety” - At 5:30 am on November 25, 2015, Sweety passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a hard fought battle with cancer. It was his favourite time of day, whether he was fishing on Lake No-Fish, hunting or driving back and forth from work looking for wild life. At 60 years young he decided to retire from Chrysler after 39 years of service. He will be forever loved and missed by his best friend and wife of 38 years, Susan (nee Lapoint). Proud and loving Dad of Danielle Sweet (Glenn Campbell) and AJay Sweet and wife Ashley. Predeceased by his parents, Jack and Elsie Sweet and his step-mother Betty Sweet. Dear brother of Paula and Randy Tripp, Myra and late Allan Smith, Vivian Mailloux and Bob Mathies (late Tom), Lana and Terry Gray, Ava and Dan Krutsch and step-brother of Cheryl and Dale Sinnaeve, Diane and Rosaire St. Denis, David and Carol Gammon, and Donald Gammon Jr. Brother-in-law of Doug and Linda Lapoint and Dave and Anita Lapoint. Greg will also be remembered and missed by many nieces, nephews, his large extended family, cherished friends and Chrysler Union brothers. A sincere thank you to the doctors and nursing staff of Essex Clinic, Met and Hotel Dieu Grace Hospitals and the Cancer Clinic. In following Greg’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation took place at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday. Funeral Service was on Saturday, November 28, 2015. Pastor Roger Pattenaude officiated. At the Legion, following the service, the family celebrated how Greg would have wanted to be remembered; wearing his ball cap, telling one liners and buying a round of one of only two types of beers - Blue Lite or Free. Condolences may be left at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. “Hats off to you Sweety”
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BYRNE, Kieran- Passed away peacefully with the love of family by his side at 61 years of age, on Sunday, November 29, 2015. Loving husband of Michele. Proud Dad of Tracey Accardo (Mark Ruston), Sherri Byrne (Brad Hammer), Janice Byrne Moison (Andre), Kieran Byrne, Sal Bertucci (Heather) and the late infant Kimberly. Adored Papa of Evan, Avery, Ethan, Laina, Alexas, Kada, Mena, Siena, Slade and great grandaughter Hazel. Dearest brother of Jim (Carmel), Joe (Claire), Anthony, Brendan (Sue) and brotherin-law of Ken (Charlene) Schneider. Kieran retired from St. Anne’s High School after teaching there for more than 26 years. He also drove truck and had a love for farming. His time was most enjoyed when surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Tuesday and Wednesday. Funeral Service to celebrate Kieran’s life will be held from the funeral home on Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 11 am. Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Woodslee. If desired memorial donations made to Hospice or T2B would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
What’s Going On... DEC. 4 – HOLIDAY PASTA DINNER & DRAW - At St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Essex 5pm 6:30pm. Contact: 519-776-7711 for more details. DEC. 5- 100 YEAR CELEBRATION FOR 4H at Harrow Agricultural Hall. Dinner & dance for kids at 6:30 p.m. Call: 519-733-2883 or cindy.sue29@hotmail.com. DEC. 5 - BAKE SALE & SOUP LUNCHEON at Essex Christian Reformed Church, 276 Talbot St. S., Essex, from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. DEC. 5 - ESSEX OPTIMIST PRESENTS SANTA’S ELVES from 1-3pm at the Essex Sports Complex, in Shaheen Room. Ages - Toddler- Grade 8. Holiday fun & crafts!
DEC. 5 - “JUST BELIEVE” EMHA Holiday Event at Essex Centre Sports Complex. For event information visit www.justbelieveevent.ca. DEC. 5 & 6 ESSEX DISTRICT XMAS CRAFT SHOW at Essex United Church, 53 Talbot Rd. S., Essex. Sat., 10am-4pm & Sun., 11:30am-4pm. DEC. 8 - ESSEX 73’S TOY AND CANNED FOOD DRIVE during the home game.
DEC. 12 - ESSEX SANTA CLAUS PARADE at 6:30pm. DEC. 13 - THE WAC & WCC HOST A CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON from 12pm 3pm, at 1757 Oriole Park Drive, Woodslee. For info: woodsleecommunity.com. DEC. 15 - ESSEX 73’S TOY AND CANNED FOOD DRIVE during the home game. DEC. 20 - MCGREGOR CHRISTMAS TURKEY DINNER from 3-6:30pm. No charge, donations accepted. K of C, 9560 Walker Rd, McGregor. Tickets: 776-5710. DEC. 20 - BREAKFAST WITH SANTA from 8am-2pm at CTMHV, 6155 Arner Townline, Essex. For more info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com.
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HELP WANTED: Full or Part time Labourer for saw mill. Oldcastle area. $12.00 hr. Call 519-969-6776. 46- 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$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15
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When there is no insulation
Have you ever wondered how those old homes were kept warm in winter when there was no insulation? I don’t know how it was with frame houses, but a brick home was built with two outside walls of brick and air space between that acted as very good insulation. Later, when cost of homes was going higher, there would be one brick wall and those were known as brick veneer homes. I spent my childhood in a brick home that was said to be 60 years old. That home still appears to be as sturdy as it was then, when I have driven by it in recent years. It must have been built by a wealthy owner because there was a beautiful winding staircase from the front door entrance and there were double parlours with folding doors between them as well as a fireplace in one of them. The entire front of the upstairs was a huge master bedroom, which my parents used for storage. There was a staircase from the dining room as well, so when my relatives with young cousins came we would run up one stair, then down the hall to the other one, and run down it, chasing one another. Lots of fun and noise, but I do not remember any adult trying to stop us. As for keeping warm there was a huge furnace in the cellar, as we called the basement. I would go with my father to stoke it with coal for the night and as I gazed into the open fire pit, I thought that must be what hell was like. There was a pipe from that coal burner to each bedroom so I would stand over the register to undress for bed and again in the morning to dress warmly before going to school. I used to say I preferred winter to summer because I could wear clothes to keep warm but in summer I could not wear such a little bit that would let me be cool. So it was because of that I didn’t arrive at school after walking two miles in the cold, hating winter as I do now. It seems to me that most older people dread the winter weather because so many, including my eldest son, go to Florida to be warm for a few weeks, at least, or maybe for months. Cold or not, I still hang around here.
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The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore approved By-law 90-2015, a Housekeeping Zoning By-law, being a by-law to amend By-law No. 2-2012, as amended, Zoning By-law for the Town of Lakeshore on the 24th day of November, 2015 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended. AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of By-law 90-2015 by filing with the Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore not later than the 23rd day of December, 2015 a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law, the reasons in support of the objection and a $125.00 cheque made payable to the Minister of Finance. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is adopted, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore to the Ontario Municipal Board. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore before the Zoning By-law Amendment is adopted, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. Explanatory Note The Zoning By-law is a statutory document that sets out the specific permitted land uses and development standards that apply to all properties in the Town of Lakeshore. The Town of Lakeshore has initiated a Housekeeping Amendment to the Town’s Zoning By-law 2-2012, as amended, to recognize minor housekeeping changes that have been noted by staff throughout 2012 to 2015. The complete by-law, By-law 90-2015 including the Red-Lined Version showing all the amendments and changes to the Zoning By-law can be accessed on the municipality’s website at www.lakeshore.ca, click on Business Resources, Planning, Notice of Passing Housekeeping Zoning By-law Amendment. You can also visit the Town Hall located at 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm to view the amendments or speak with staff. Information or questions may be directed to: Maureen Lesperance, CPT, Planning Coordinator, Town of Lakeshore, 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River ON N0R 1A0, Telephone: 519-728-1975 x 286, Fax: 519-728-4577, Email: mlesperance@lakeshore.ca Dated this 3rd day of December, 2015
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Essex Retirees kick off the holidays
Barb Murphy and Cheryl Allan sold ceramic Christmas Village items at the craft show and sale portion of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club’s Christmas Bazaar.
by Jennifer Cranston The halls were decked and good cheer was abundant at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club on Saturday during the Club’s annual Christmas Bazaar. The event is the organizations largest fundraiser of the year, and the building was full of people of all ages who were gearing up for the holidays. Fundraising Chairperson Sylvia Pearce said that membership at the Social Club is on the rise, and the funds raised at the bazaar will help to keep the doors open and the heat on. The bazaar is a five part event. There is a raffle for several new items where participants buy tickets to place in a bag near an item they want and hope their ticket is drawn to win the prize. There is a bake sale, craft sale, and white elephant
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sale as well. A lunch and desserts served up by Club volunteers. “People meet here,” Pearce said. “Not just today, but at all of our events.” The Club offers very reasonably priced lunches three days a week, and a coffee club where people gather to enjoy muffins, coffee, and company. The club hosts in-house and public Bingos and fundraising events about twice a month that range from barbeques to Halloween costume parties. There are regular card games and much more going on at the Club. For more information, visit www.essexretirees.ca.
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Pee Wee Majors in Nations Cup News from the Hawks Nest submitted to EFP This past weekend the Pee Wee Major Ravens hockey team travelled across the border to battle for the Nations Cup. The first game was a
match up against the USA Eagles. It was a preview of what to expect the entire weekend, very close exciting hockey. Essex held a two goal lead twice in this one, but eventually
fell 5-4. Game two, against the Cleveland Barons was a replay from the previous game. Essex surrendered a two goal lead and ended up losing 6-4 in a very close matched game. Saturday started off with another great game for fans to watch as the boys had everyone on the edge of their seats against the Dayton Stealth. This
one ended in a 2-2 draw, but got Team Canada a much needed point in the overall standings. With the Canadian boys up in the battle for the Cup, Essex came out with a noticeable boost in intensity in the final round robin game against a team from Lansing Michigan. Good goaltending and disciplined play lead the Ravens to a 3-2 win and two points for Canada. The Final on Sunday, to determine who would ultimately claim the Nations Cup, had the boys from North of the border matched against Allen Park. There was going to be no denying these kids from taking the two points in this one and help to secure the overall victory for Canada. It’s exactly what they did in a 3-1 victory and an eventual Nations Cup victory. All of our players and parents would like to wish Wes Oneil the best in his recovery from the leg injury he suffered this weekend, we all look forward to your return.
submitted to EFP Our annual Christmas Family Pasta Dinner is on December 7. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Holy Name Legacy Project (for our outdoor classroom), our school’s nutrition program, and the Holy Name of Jesus Youth Ministry. Congratulations go out to both of our Holy Name volleyball teams. The girls’ team won a tournament on November 24 against St. Pius and St. William, advancing to the finals at the University of Windsor on December 1. The boys’ team also showed its winning style by beating out St. William and St. Pius to advance to the finals at the St. Denis Centre. Good luck to both teams! Our Grade 8s recently completed the building of wooden dragsters powered by CO2 cartridges. There were many exciting races at our competition held in the gym last week. A design competition was also part of the dragster project, and all winning racers and designs will advance to a competition at Cardinal Carter. Stay tuned for results. In early December, members of our school choir will participate in “The Wonder of Christmas” concert at L’Essor High School. This is a fundraiser for the Downtown Mission, put on by Music Express. Our school choir will share the stage with the St. William and Gosfield School choirs. Our students look forward to helping those in need during the Christmas season and will hold a canned food drive for the Essex Area Food Bank during the first part of December. This initiative is spearheaded by two of our Grade 6 students, Amber and Sarah. Donations of non-perishable food items can be dropped off any time during school hours.
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New Essex by-law aims to clean up signage submitted to EFP If you’re planning to post a sign in the Town of Essex – whether it’s on private or public property - a new sign by-law applies to you.
Although Essex already had a sign bylaw, Policy Planner Jeff Watson says the new by-law is aimed at reducing the amount of unregulated signage and
accommodating modern forms of advertising media the old by-law did not recognize. “We’ve noticed a marked proliferation of non-compliant signage in our community,” Watson said. “Sometimes the signs appear on private property, but in recent years we frequently see private signs appearing on public lands and public
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 201 We would like to thank all the service organizations and businesses for their donations in this year’s Remembrance Day Poppy Campaign and program. If there is an omission in the following list, please accept our sincere apology for the oversight. Your contributions are of the utmost importance as we continue to support the many programs for our veterans and community related projects. Mills Woodworking Billy’s Essex Party Store Essex Optometric Out Of The Klozet BDO Canada LLP. Auto Barn Parts Supply DPM Insurance Miller’s Essex Source For Sports Nick’s Hairstyling Dr. Hagar & Dr. Ricci Guardian Drugs C & C Collision Essex Free Press G.L. Fraser & Associates Forest Machine Fairview Collision Great Lakes Outdoor Power
Essex Appliance Center Advantage Farm Equipment Countryside Chrysler Ken Knapp Ford Ed Hayes Automation Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet Kennedy Funeral Home Forsyth Travel Ltd. Schinkels’ Meat Market Wine O’Willies R. J. Leyte State Farm Insurance Paul Davis Systems Royal Bank Siefker Automotive TD Canada Trust Bank Bank Of Montreal Piggy Mart Hourglass Hair Salon
Essex Stained Glass St. Clair Wines Essex Ready Mix All Risks Ins. Broker Crabby Joe’s Timothy Meloche CUPE Council Gyro’s And More All Essex Service Clubs
Cottam And Area Businesses... Gosfield North Communications Tamar Building Products Once Upon A Time Child Care Southwest Diesel Service Inc. JEM Home Improvements Cottam Rotary
Special Thank You’s To... Choci’s for their donation of pizza & chicken wings Tim Hortons for their donation of donuts Countryside Chrysler for the use of their vehicles for the veterans Brian Neels for the sound system at the cenotaph Silver Ambassor’s Band
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utilities, such as street lights, road signs and utility poles. By-law 1350 attempts to set standards that balance our pride of community with the needs of our businesses and organizations.” Some of the key provisions of the by-law are as follows: • Most signs placed on private lands require a sign permit. Exceptions include election signs, historical interest plaques, home occupation signs, yard sale signs and
special event signs that meet specific regulations. • Posting private signs on public right-of-ways without permission from Council is prohibited. This includes temporary signs, such as business, yard sale and event signs posted on public lands, utility poles, street lights, road signs or similar structures. • Signs placed on a public right-of-way can be removed by a Bylaw Enforcement Officer without notice. Non-
permitted signs placed on private lands may be removed by order. Before ordering or posting a sign, residents and businesses are encouraged to contact the Building Department at 519-776-6476 or the Planning Department at 519-776-7336, extension 1128. A copy of By-law 1350 can be viewed and downloaded from the Town’s website (essex. ca).
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The Essex Ministerial Assoc. Advent service on Wednesday, Dec. 9 is at Essex United Church at noon. This year’s theme is ‘Bethlehem.’ A light luncheon follows. We are in need of volunteers to do a two hour shift at the Christmas Kettles. If you would like to help, please call the church at 519- 776- 4628 to set up a time. Don’t forget the Santa Claus parade on Saturday, Dec. 12. We will serve hot chocolate during the parade. Note that our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service on Dec. 24, at 6 p.m. We invite the community to attend and celebrate that “Jesus is the reason for the season.” Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
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We invite you to join us for Family Worship led by Major Sam Roberts Sunday at 11 a.m. Our monthly potluck following the service is Dec. 6. Bring your favourite dish and enjoy fellowship and food! On Dec. 8 we will host a Toy Drive at the Essex Sports Complex before the Essex 73’s game vs Dresden. Bring in a new, unwrapped toy and receive a ticket for a chance in a draw for 73’s apparel.
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We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Second Advent Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. Thanks to all who attended our Movie Night last week! It was great! Please note there will be NO Movie Night in December. See you at the end of January! Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland
All are welcome for our Sunday Worship Service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School begins at 10:15 am. The Door Greeters on Sunday are Arlene and Ted Ure; Elder on Duty is Nancy Steeves; Lock-up is Virginia Lauzon. The annual Bethlehem Walk at Gess†wood Camp is on December 4 (7-8:30pm) & 5 (6:30-8pm).
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The CWL Christmas Dinner is on Dec. 7, at 6:30pm. If you plan to attend, please sign up in the Hall by December 3. Donations for the Children’s Aid and Hiatus House are appreciated. The Social Committee invites everyone to a Bethel-Maidstone Christmas House Tour on Sat., Dec. 12. Cottam United Church will host a musical compilation “Let There Be Joy!” on Sun., Dec. 20 at 10:15am and 7pm. The Giving Tree is in the Narthex for those who wish to donate to those in need. As well donations are being collected to help with our Syrian Refugee Family fund sponsorship. Essex United Church Submitted by Susan G. Tuck-Sweetman
Join us on Wednesday evenings for our Happy Holly Hour at 7 pm. It is a chance to chat and sing and pray and discuss. Our Mitten Tree is up. We are accepting donations of scarves, mitts and hats in all sizes. Please have your donations in by December 13th We are also collecting donations for Hiatus House ~ These are their needs; toiletries, socks, slippers, pyjama (all sizes). If you prefer, buy a gift card. Your Outreach Committee only asks that you give what is comfortable for you. The Essex Christmas Craft Show is at Essex United on Saturday, December 5 (9 am - 3 pm) and Sunday, December 6 (11:30 am - 3 pm). Lunch will also be available both days. Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Jay spoke on ‘Barnabas’ and how it’s so cool how it all came together with Barnabas. Connect Cafe is on December 6th, following the service for those new to Antioch this year. Light refreshments will be served. Legacy Christmas Pot Luck is December 10th at the Restoration House facility. Leadership Christmas Dinner is Friday, December 4th at 6:30 p.m. Restoration House Healing Rooms - Open Saturdays 10a.m.-1p.m. Christmas Celebration Sunday-December 20th. Everyone welcome! Come join us and-be blessed!
Essex Retirees’ Social Club Mavis Law and John Murphy tied for first place at Saturday afternoon Euchre. Dorothy Fields was second. Coleen Chevalier and Margaret Crawley were Thursday night Bridge winners. Mon. night Pepper winners were Debbie Monchamp and Georgette Nadeau. Eileen Ames was low. Ruby Robertson had high score Tuesday afternoon, Dorothy Fields had most Peppers and Harry V had the low. Eileen Ames won Wednesday night, while Audrey Ostrander and Roger Monchamp tied with most Peppers. Deb Monchamp was low. Continued on Page 21
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Continued from Page 20 Woodslee Friendship Club This year is quickly coming to an end. We gained a few new members this year, but there’s always room and a warm welcome for more. For informatuion, call Fran McKim at 961-9532. The Euchre winners for this week were: Kora Brooker, Charlie Chevalier, Edna Chevalier, Marg Chevalier, Leo Durocher, Jean Matalik, Dave McMurren, Joanne McMurren, Mike Renaud, Flo Rivest and Audrey Stanley. The Pepper winners were: George Diesbourg, Helene Manley, Dave McMurren, Pat Mullins, Elmer Quinlan, Shirley Quinlan and Audrey Stanley. Trinity Church We remember in our prayers Joanne, James, Maureen, Harry, Doug and Art. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of William Arthur Jackson, given by his sons Bill and Jim and his daughter in law Carolyn. Happy Birthday wishes this week to Susan Beaule and Shawn Davidson. Our Toy Drive was a huge success and we are starting to work on the drive for Christmas 2016! During the Advent season, donations of hats, scarves, mittens and socks can be placed on our giving tree. These will be given to the clothing cupboard clients to keep them warm this winter. If you want to donate to the decorating for Christmas, you can place it on the offertory plate or give it to Marg. Make sure you include, in memory of and given by.
This needs to be done be Sunday, December 13th. The parishioners of Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam have been busy the past few months beinging in toys for the “Toys for Tots” program. Tom Windibank of the Kingsville North Station gladly accepts two large boxes filled with toys from Brenda Layson for the Toys for Tots program. Join us on Facebook or visit our website www.stpaulstrinity.org and be sure to attend Sundays at 9:15, at “The Little White Church in the Cemetery,” Cottam. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. This Sunday is 2nd Sunday for Advent. Rev. Ann will be lighting the Advent Candle for Peace. Greeting you at the door will be Mac and Cheryl Affleck. Lunch will be served by Connie and Kelly. Weekly Bulletins and Rev. Ann’s sermons can be found on found on our website. Advent Outreach Projects: Until mid December, decorate our tree with socks, hats, mitts, gloves, and scarves for the Downtown Mission. White Gift Sunday is Dec. 20 we welcome unwrapped donations for toys and presents for teens. Choir Practice: Mondays at 6 pm to 9 pm. Christmas Cantata: Dec 13, at Woodslee United at 11 am. Both Woodslee and Belle River United Choirs and Windsor Seventh Adventist Choir will be at the Cantata. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Carolling around the Village on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 pm in Woodslee. Essex and District Ministerial Association 2015 Advent Series: Wednesday, Dec. 9 at Essex United Church, Rev Ann Corbet giving leadership. Wednesday, Dec 16 at Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam, Rev Jim Hatt giving leadership. All services begin at 12 noon and conclude with lunch. Free will offering. Bethlehem Walk: an interactive outdoor drama where guests experience the sights and sounds of that special night that changed the world! At Gess†wood Camp on Friday, Dec. 4 at 7-8:30 pm and Saturday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Bakerville News
The Annual Church Supper and Christmas Concert is on Saturday, December 12, at 6pm. Bring family and friends to enjoy this happy time together. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson
We welcome you to join us on Sunday, December 6th for our 10:30 am – Worship Service celebrating the second Sunday of Advent. A special thank you is extended to our Sunday School (children and teachers) for their contributions to our “Hanging of the Greens” service, last Sunday. Guided Prayer and Retreat – This will be presented by the Harrow Ministerial on December 5th from 9am - noon. Before the Christmas season drags us into the hustle and bustle, take some time to truly focus on the meaning of the season. Rev. Frank Staples and Pastor Karen Sheil will be the morning presenters at the Harrow Mennonite Church. Everyone is welcome to attend. To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our website at: www. harrowunited.org.
Maidstone Cross Our Mission Club has set up the Giving Tree. Please support our Refugee office and take a tag to purchase a new Christmas gift and return it no later than December 13. The Sandwich South Historical Society invites everyone to a Christmas Gathering at Al & Ethel Grove’s home on December 3 at 7 p.m. Share your family Christmas traditions and a Christmas dessert. If you or someone you know needs a Christmas food basket and lives in Oldcastle or Maidstone, please contact Wendy at 519-890-9120. Decorating of our church for Christmas takes place on Sunday, December 21st. Everyone is welcome to help. If you or someone you know needs a Christmas food basket and lives in Oldcastle Continued on Page 23
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Weather in our area has been very nice for the first of December. Happy Birthday wishes to Katie Nantais, Shirley Baker, John Mulder, Edward Sauve, Faye Thibodeau, and Fred Wright next week. Happy Anniversary to Arn & Lenore Palmer. On Saturday evening past the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum members gathered at the K of C in McGregor for their Annual Christmas Party. Have a great week and enjoy the nice weather ! Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman
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This 1978 Chevy El Camino looks brand new
Brandon Damm of Kingsville poses with pride alongside his electric blue 1978 Chevy El Camino.
On a recent visit to in Kingsville, Ontario, I saw a Chevrolet El Camino (half car, half pickup truck) pulling out of a parking space. It looked just like new! I asked the driver for the year. “1978,� he replied. Then I handed him my Old Car Detective card and said I would be delighted to write up the story of his vehicle for the newspapers. He phoned me that same evening and this story is the result. Brandon Damm of Kingsville is the proud owner of this beautiful electric blue 1978 El Camino with the optional 305 V8 under the hood. It came from New Jersey and was purchased at an auction by the father of a friend, and Brandon bought it two years later. It needed very little work and has just turned 70,000 miles. It was likely assembled in the U.S. but El Caminos were also built at the Canadian GM plant in Oshawa. The El Camino is a coupe utility/pickup truck built by Chevrolet in 1959 and 1960 and again from 1964 to 1987. It was built in response to the Ranchero brought out by Ford in 1957, which combined the front of a car and the rear of a pickup. All El Caminos are registered as a truck. Ford Australia gets the credit for producing the first coupe utility vehicle in response to a letter from the wife of a farmer in Victoria, Australia, asking for “a vehicle to go to church in on Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Monday.� The result was the first Ford coupe utility (often called a “ute�) in 1934. The first El Camino arrived in 1959 with the flamboyant styling of the 1959 Chevrolet car, complete with outward-arching tailfins. Sales at 22,000 units were 50% ahead of the more conventional-looking Ranchero, which sold only 14,000. The 1959 El Camino was promoted as the first Chevrolet pickup truck with a steel bed floor instead of wood. From 1964 to 1977, the El Camino was based on a Chevelle platform. From 1978 to ’87, it was based on the GM G-body platform. For 1978, total El Camino production was 66,313. El Camino in Spanish means “the path.� NECOA stands for National El Camino Owners Association, an internetbased auto club with 25,000 members. For technical data and assistance with restorations, consult www. elcaminocentral.com. These vehicles are highly collectible and many are now restored and back on the road. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.�
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EDHS wrestlers bring home medals by Fred Groves The Essex District High School wrestling team got off to a great start recently as its athletes competed in the Vorlex Invitational at Tecumseh Vista Academy. Jonathan Chippett won five of his six bouts and took home a bronze medal in the 67.5 kg division, while rookie Jarrett Fibbs won silver in the 72 kg novice division. There are 15 wrestlers on the Red Raiders’ team this year, and they head to the Western Invitational in London on Saturday. • South Woodslee’s Kyle Quinlan, a former CIS Male Athlete of the Year, is the new offensive coordinator at York University. This past season Quinlan was the head coach of the Holland College Hurricanes in PEI, which won the Atlantic League title. “I am thrilled that Kyle has chosen to join our coaching staff at York,â€? Lions head coach Warren Craney said on the York University website. • Still with football, defensive line coach Ed Philion helped guide the Edmonton Eskimos to a 26-20 win over Ottawa on Sunday to win the Grey Cup. • Dylan Dent had a pair of goals and an assist to pace the EDHS Red Raiders to a 5-2 win over St. Joseph’s in WECSSAA hockey action last week. Calvin Ross, TJ King, and Josh King also scored for the winners. Meanwhile in girls’ hockey action, EDHS tied Tecumseh Vista Academy 1-1. • Ryan Green of Essex helped set up the winning goal as the University of
Windsor men’s hockey team edged Laurier 2-1 on Saturday. • EDHS grad Nicole Morse had two points and four rebounds as Queen’s edged Laurier 64-61 in OUA women’s basketball action on Friday. The next day she had two more points and ripped down a couple of boards in an 8469 win over Waterloo. • It was a tough way to finish off the season for the Harrow Hawks senior boys’ volleyball team as it finished fourth and did not advance to the medal round at the OFSAA ‘A’ championship tournament
in Toronto. • Matt Puempel was returned to the AHL Binghampton Senators from the Ottawa Sens, and on Saturday he had a goal and six shots in a 6-5 loss to Rochester. • Essex’s Aaron Langlois is back on the ice after a two-year hiatus. After pitching for Saginaw State, Langlois has joined Tony Piroski’s Leamington Junior ‘B’ Flyers. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com
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Hawks symbol part of pride, tradition
Continued from Page 21 or Maidstone, please contact Wendy at 519-890-9120. Decorating of our church for Christmas takes place on Sunday, Dec. 21. Everyone is welcome to help. Our sympathies and prayers to the Eyraud family on the passing Gord. Happy Birthday to Ellen Bachtold and Ryan Fuerth. Please keep Isabelle Shanahan and Monica Pare in your prayers. Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer
Thanks to all who contributed in any way to the CWL Annual Turkey Dinner/ Bazaar. Happy special birthday to Mary Cassidy. The CWL Potluck Dinner is on Tuesday, December 8, at 5pm. Entertainment and a raffle are planned. The next K of C Fish Fry is on December 11, from 4:30-7pm. The K of C will host a Skate With Santa on Sunday, December 6, 1:30-3:30pm at the arena. If you or someone you know needs a St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Food Basket, contact Shelley Market at 519-776-8665, by Dec. 5. The Giving Tree is set up in the Gather Space for anyone interested in taking a tag for a new Christmas Gift for the less fortunate in our community. Get updates to all our Youth Ministry Events at facebook.com/youthminister; Instagram: Hnj_youth or Twitter: @hnjyouth The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help a two Essex locations for 2-hour shifts on the Christmas Kettle Campaign. Contact Major Sam Roberts at 519776-4628. Christmas Mass Schedule: Christmas Eve 5pm, 7pm, 9pm. Christmas Day 9:30am, New Year’s Eve 5pm, New Year’s Day 9:30am. God Bless you all and have a great week! Essex Community Services Care-A-Van Christmas Outing - We are heading to Colansati’s for supper and a light tour will follow. The date is Monday, December 21 and pick-ups will start at approximately 3:30pm. Seats are limited; give us a call today at 519-776-4231 to reserve your spot! Golden Age Golf Report On November 26, 42 golfers sank 77 aces on the day. Leading the pack with five each were Cathy Dewhurst, Bill Ward, and Bryon Walker. Cathy Dewhurst delivered an impressive 16 for 9 holes. Bill Ward delivered a low score of 36 for 18 holes. Bill Ward continued his strong play by carding a 73 for 36 holes. Taking first place, with a score of 244, was team Queens (Elaine Hatt, Bill Taylor, Eileen McIntosh). There was a tie for second place by Team 7 (Bob McWilliam, Julia Kos, Lloyd Honey) and Team 10 (Rose Taylor, Andy Orsini, Gerrit Vriesen). Third place was nailed down by Team 8 (Art Sweet, Bill Ward, Moe Scratch). Regular league play resumes at 9:30 am on Thursdays at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley
We wrapped up our “stuff the turkey” campaign and we all scrounged up enough change from our pockets to give $1358.05, enough to buy 436 meals for the Downtown Mission! Travel The Highways of Advent.’ Join the community as we journey to the celebration of Christmas. We began our Advent study on November 30 and will continue Monday evenings through Advent. Books are available. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808. A reminder to the parish councils of both Redeemer and St. Stephens of the annual parish council Christmas party at the rectory on Tuesday, December 8, following a brief meeting at 7:00. Redeemer’s next Soup for the Soul Sunday is scheduled for Sunday, December 13, from 11:00-1:00. Come out for a great bowl of soup, fresh baked bread & desserts. Save the date of December 18th and join us at Redeemer at 7pm for an evening of Holiday music provided by Harmony Plus, followed by coffee, cookies and conversation in Tully Hall. This is a free will offering event. Once again, we will be Christmas caroling on Saturday, December 18, to our friends who can’t make it out. Starting point will be Redeemer at 1:00. All are welcome.
by Fred Groves Hands up if anyone remembers the movie “Hoosiers” with Gene Hackman. It’s about a tiny high school in Indiana that has about 70 students and its boys’ basketball team goes on to win the state championship against schools that are a lot bigger. My favourite scene is when Hackman, the coach, says, ‘welcome to Indiana high school basketball.’ That is when he emerges from the locker room area and out onto the court where hundreds of people are getting ready to cheer on the locals. The reason I bring this up is because it reminds me of what Harrow High School is going through right now. Small school, lots of pride...however, it looks like this saga isn’t
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going to have a happy ending. Last Monday night I poked my head into the Shaheen Room at the Essex Sports Complex because I was curious to hear the most recent attempt to keep Harrow High open. First I must tell you that it was a real head scratcher trying to figure out why this meeting was held in Essex and not in Harrow, and also, why at four in the afternoon and not in the evening when more people could have attended. I applaud those who are trying to keep this high school open. As a sports reporter I have always felt a sense of belonging whenever I cover high school sports, actually it’s one of my favourite things to do. When the bean counters came down the highway last week to poke their heads inside Harrow
High, they were sent in to do the dirty work for their bosses. Sorry, but a madein-Toronto solution for rural Ontario has never sat well with me and it grates on my last nerve when it deals with sports. True, the local school board is the one turning off the lights, but the funding for schools comes from Toronto. How many hundreds of student-athletes have proudly worn the Hawk on their blue and white jersey? The Hawk, and every other emblem from every other high school, is a symbol. It stands for history and tradition, and above all, pride for school and community. Closing Harrow high school is plain and simple the wrong decision. So is shutting down any other small school that plays such an important role in the development of young people and is clearly a foundation of
the community. Gene Hackman’s character probably would have been pretty upset if the local school board in the movie had said, ‘Thanks, well done. Now we are closing Hickory because the school is too small.’ There are many parents in Harrow who were Hawks and so were their children. That ends and it ends now. Too bad. Too bad for the young Grade 6 student who had dreams of following in mom and dad’s, or big sister or big brother’s, footprints to wear the blue-and-white with the Hawk on it. Now they get to dream of being a Cavalier in Kingsville or maybe a Bulldog in Amherstburg. Perhaps a Hawk will one day flap its wings over the big city of Toronto where all the decisions are ultimately made and drop a present on those that make such senseless choices.
24 I Sports Essex Free Press
I Thursday, December 3, 2015
Vorshuk propels 73’s offense
Dallas Pereira puts a shot on net against Dresden.
by Garrett Fodor The 73’s had two games on their schedule this past week, beginning with the Dresden Jr. Kings on November 24 and closing out against the last place Wallaceburg Lakers on November 25. The Kings have the most penalty minutes in the league, while Essex is a close fourth in the same category. Tuesday would prove to be a battle of
special teams, with seven of the game’s 11 goals coming with the man advantage. In the opening 40 minutes, five of the six goals came on the power play. Essex maintained a 4-2 lead heading into the final period. In the final frame, Dresden cut the lead to one, just two minutes in, to end starter Matthew Badour’s night
between the pipes in favour of Gianfranco Donato. Luckily for Donato, Brett Vorshuk and the offense weren’t going to go down easily as Vorshuk added his second and third tallies of the night in the final six minutes. Despite Dresden scoring one, it wasn’t enough as Essex would add an empty netter to prevail 7-4. Essex outshot Dresden 57-21. Vorshuk earned his first career junior hat trick on November 24. “Once we take care of our defensive zone, the offense and everything else will take care of itself,” Vorshuk said. “We had a team bonding night between games, and decided to focus on the little things heading into tonight’s game.” 24 hours later, the 73’s traveled to Wallaceburg to visit the Lakers. Essex had a familiar face between the pipes as Trevor Wheaton was back after his four-game
Brett Vorshuk enters the offensive zone against Dresden on Tuesday night. Vorshuk had three goals in the game.
absence. In the four games Wheaton was gone, Essex had a 3-1 record, with a combined 4.25 goals against average, and 0.831 save percentage. Essex went up 3-0 after 20 minutes, including a power play tally from Kade McKibbin. After the first, the shots were 29-3, in favour of Essex. In the middle frame, Essex would add three more goals, and Wheaton would be beat for the first time. Max Viselli netted his second of the game in the second period, while Tyler Boughner scored two, resulting in a 6-1 lead.
Both teams became physical and undisciplined in the third period, resulting in some sloppy hockey. Essex would add two from Tyler Scott, and William Stadder added his second while Wheaton was beat
for the second time on the night by Justin Lindsay, again. Essex mustered 69 shots, while Wheaton faced a mere 24.