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Vol. 134
A LOOK INSIDE Local consultant shares new book Page 3 ________________ This region benefits from Federal Budget Page 5 ________________
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HPS students learn to be themselves Page 17 ________________
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Red Raiders win WeCSSaa Page 23 ________________
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Town of Essex Council Notes - February 17, 2014 by Sylene Argent HCCIP amendments Essex Council moved a recommendation from the Planning Department, which was suggested by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, that the Development Charges Grant Program and the Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Program in the Harrow Improvement Plan implementation strategy be amended. In the report to Council it notes Council adopted the ex-
panded Harrow Community Improvement Plan Implementation Strategy in November. With public notice there were no objections to the plan. Since, the Ministry has suggested further modification for clarification of the Tax Increment Equivalent Program and the Development Charges Grant Program. In the report it states the Development Charges grant relates to development charges applica-
ble to a new development at the time a building permit is issued. It was proposed to amend the program so the grant is less than the development charge or the value of the works undertaken. The Tax Increment Equivalent Program provides a grant equal to the increase in taxes resulting from development. It was recommended that Council approve a modification to this program so the program does not apply to green field lands (farmed
lands) that require an Official Plan amendment and rezoning to permit the intended use. Essex Community Partnership and Tourism Development Funds It was suggested that the Finance Committee meeting minutes be received and that the grant requests for the Essex Community Partnership Fund and the Essex Tourism Development Fund for 2014 be approved.
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How Essex Town Council operates
Morley Bowman
by Jennifer Cranston This week in our ongoing series on the operations of Town Council, we talk to Morley Bowman of Ward 1. Bowman is the longest serving member of Essex Town Council currently in his 27th consecutive year. He says he likes that there is always something new and there are always changes.
One of the biggest changes Bowman has served through is amalgamation. He believes the most important challenge brought on by that change has been keeping all four centres viable. Ò ItÕ s been a priority since amalgamation and I think weÕ ve done that,Ó he said. Ò We could have centralized everything but that wouldnÕ t have been fair.Ó He has also seen many changes in federal and provincial regulations. Ò So much has been downloaded over the years,Ó he said. Ò But we still depend on higher levels of government for much of our funding.Ó Some of the services and responsibilities that have been transferred to municipal governments include land ambulance and social services. He said the province used
to contribute more to infrastructure. They have cut that funding while raising standards and Ò best practiceÓ expectations. Ò It comes down to always having to do more with less,Ó he said. One of his current priorities as a Councilor is making the town a desirable place to do business. He explained that as a municipal council they are limited in what they can do to boost economy but they have to focus on what can be done. Making the urban centres beautiful places to live and work is one thing a town can do and he is glad that the town is taking steps to do just that. He says that the town is able to supply water, electricity and other essential services to residential and commercial developments. That wasnÕ t the case when he began on Council. One thing that has become part of a CouncilorÕ s job is to court business and investment in the town. Ò It wasnÕ t always part of the job but it is now,Ó he said. He hopes that in the near future that responsibility will be added to the job description of at least one member of Town staff. He says the town is too small to support a person to court business full time. Bowman is currently on the Personnel Committee, Police Services Board. He serves on the E.L.K
Board and the E.L.K. Solutions Board. He is on the Mural Committee, The Essex Fun Fest Committee, and the Union Water Board. Privately he serves on the Heritage Essex board. He says that one of the hardest parts of his job is never having enough to do all the things you want to do. He explained that there are several worthy causes that often come asking for support and sometimes all you can do is give them verbal support. Funds are limited and even when a service is beneficial to the community it sometimes wonÕ t make the cut. Ò You just canÕ t do everything,Ó he said. Ò ItÕ s very difficult.” Bowman explains that he is one of seven. There are seven different individuals with different backgrounds and opinions. As a councilor it is important to understand that you
may not agree with every decision Council comes to, but once that decision is made, it should be treated like a consensus. Councilors may fight out the tough choices, but once the choice is made
it is important to move forward as a unit. As a Councilor it is also important to be a people person, he explains. Ò If you donÕ t like people youÕ re in the wrong job,Ó he said.
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African-Canadian Heritage Consultant Elise HardingDavis talked about her published works “The Black Presence in the War of 1812: Canada’s Unsung Military Volunteers� and “Colours of Essex County� at the ECHRS meeting at the Carnegie Library on Saturday afternoon.
by Sylene Argent As part of celebrating Black History Month, the Essex and Community Historical Research Society (ECHRS) invited local African-Canadian Heritage Consultant Elise Harding-Davis to its February meeting on Saturday afternoon to discuss her latest published works Ò The Black Presence in the War of 1812: CanadaÕ s Unsung Military VolunteersÓ and Ò Colours of Essex County.Ó ECHRS President Laurie Kowtiuk introduced Harding-Davis as a past curator of the
Black History Museum in Amherstburg and as an individual who has served on numerous committees raising awareness about the contributions of the African-Canadian community to the Canadian identity. Kowtiuk added that Harding-DavisÕ s latest book Ò Colours of Essex CountyÓ is about historic AfricanCanadian cemeteries and their associated early communities. Discussion always revolves around people and their communities of the past, Harding-
Davis said. Ò Well, what happened when they died?Ó She dedicated her latest2 book to the memory of all African-Canadian souls who were CanadaÕ s pioneering people and had been buried in gravesites that became abandoned or lost. Through working on the book Ò Colours of Essex County,Ó Harding-Davis came to discover there are 13 African-Canadian cemeteries in Essex County that are documented. She has found more since working on the book. The importance of locating these cemeteries to Harding-Davis was because they provide an identity. Without cemeteries it is difficult to prove people were alive and in an area when it is said they were. The thirteen cemeteries are located around the region, including in Gesto, Harrow, Colchester, Amherstburg, Puce, and Kingsville. She was surprised to discover so many. In 2011, HardingDavis went to the Puce Memorial Cemetery because Lakeshore had changed the bridge and waterway. As a result water was rushing though Pike Creek and hitting the bank at Puce Memorial Cemetery. Around 15Õ of the bank was washed away. At the same time,
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a marker was discovered that belonged to Elizabeth Lee, Wife of Ludwell Lee, who was Harding-DavisÕ s four times great grandfather. His mother, Kesey, a slave, is suspected to be the daughter by Light Horse Harry Lee. Light Horse Harry Lee was the father of Robert E. Lee, the Confederate General. The Tombstone is currently being restored. Harding-Davis contacted Stratford Hall, which was the LeeÕ s residence in Virginia. They looked into their files and found a Keseah born the same year Kesey had been born. But they could not validate it was the same woman because the names were spelled differently. The Town repaired the bank of the cemetery in about a monthÕ s time. Harding-Davis said she was never afraid of cemeteries, even as a child. She would look at names on the tombstones and learn what families were buried in a particular cemetery. In the early 1970s, Harding-Davis moved to Harrow. One day, while heading to the grocery store, she noticed there was a lot that was full of weeds and was overgrown. The lot had been used as auxiliary parking for the annual Harrow Fair. She Continued on Page 7
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This region benefits from Federal Budget by Jennifer Cranston The Conservative Government announced this yearÕ s budget on Feb. 11, and while no government budget can make all people happy, this one has many perks for this region. Ò There is value for all Canadians,Ó said Essex MP Jeff Watson. Ò But Essex County is a clear winner.Ó DRIC will receive $450 million to build the cross border bridge the region has been waiting
for. Watson explained that this money is in addition to the money spent on the Herb Gray Parkway. The money in this budget refers to the bridge itself from plaza to plaza. He says the Ò transformativeÓ project will mean about 10,000 to 15,000 jobs. To be fair, some of those jobs will be on the Michigan side and not all of those workers will be from Windsor and Detroit. Watson explained that even if some of the labour force comes from
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There is $305 million over 5 years to help expand rural high-speed internet. Watson said that is good news for companies such as Gos-Tel (Gosfield North Communications) that is already doing a lot to expand its fiber-optics. These companies can get federal money to help with their projects. $1.5 billion over 10 years for the Canada First Research Fund will boost research at postsecondary institutions such as the University of Windsor and St. Clair College. Watson says the Automotive Innovation Fund is receiving an additional $500 million. Ò This makes negotiations with Chrysler more valuable,Ó he said. The government is going to tackle price differences between the U.S. and Canada. This is good news for businesses and consumers says Watson. This doesnÕ t mean higher duties paid by cross-border shoppers.
What it means is that, where companies are charging Canadians more when higher wages and transportation doesnÕ t demand it, the government will work to put a stop to it. There is also $10 million more for new trails, which is good news for regions like the Windsor-Essex region that are working to expand their trail systems. Ò WeÕ re able to do all of these things while still balancing the budget for 2015,Ó he said. Not everyone is happy with the entirety of the new budget. Smokers will be paying $4 more
per carton. National Defense capital spending has been deferred in the amount of $3.1 billion until 2016-17. Retired public service workers will pay twice as much for voluntary benefits. Watson explained that these benefits are not the regular basic benefits they are entitled to. This measure refers to the additional or Ò Cadillac PlanÓ of benefits that some were already paying for. They are still receiving them at a discounted rate; it is just a smaller discount. To learn more about the 2014 Federal Budget visit www.budget.gc.ca. TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM
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The Beer Store and other monopolies Serving Essex and the surrounding communities since 1896.
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The Beer Store has been getting some press lately, including locally in the Windsor Star, as people have been calling for an end to the privately-owned, government backed monopoly. Like many, I always thought that the Beer Store was governmentowned. ItÕ s only recently that I learned it is owned by the big three, Labatt, Molson and Sleeman, with Labbat owning 49 percent, Molson owning 49 percent and Sleeman owning the other 2 percent. This means, the government backed Beer Store, which is the only retailer beside the LCBO that is allowed to sell beer for off-site consumption in Ontario, is foreign owned. I would say, Ô Only in OntarioÕ , but IÕ m sure this kind of nonsense occurs all over the world.
Speaking of things that drive me to drink beer, IÕ m sure most of you remember the publicity campaign that our national telecommunications companies held in an attempt to block Verizon from the Canadian marketplace. Bell, Rogers, and Telus put aside their differences to keep another competitor out of the market, a market in which they have around 94% of the control. Coincidently, according the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Canadians pay some of the highest prices for telecom services in the world. I wonder if Verizon would have made things a bit more competitive and drove those prices down a bit. I guess, weÕ ll never know because Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam said last September that his company
wouldnÕ t be entering the Canadian market after all. Enough of that; now back to the Beer Store. I know there are arguments for keeping beer in a Beer Store or on an LCBO shelf. Most of them are weak. All the Beer Store monopoly does is give the largest breweries the better chances, while limiting the chances and effectiveness of the little guy. The Beer Store (actually Brewers Retail) was established in 1927 and Labatt and Molson have enjoyed the government-regulated monopoly since then. I say, itÕ s time to open the market up. ItÕ s time for a change.
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Letter to the Editor... With March Break quickly approaching, there are probably some of us who are escaping the cold winter weather and heading to Florida. IÕ d like to ask you to consider watching the documentary Blackfish before purchasing tickets to SeaWorld. Please make an informed decision before supporting a facility with orcas in captivity. The documentary highlights the lives these unfortunate animals have been forced to live. I regret to say that my family and I have been to SeaWorld. I had no idea what was going on and what has been going on for years.
But now that I am aware of the cruelty and lack of transparency in corporations like SeaWorld, I absolutely want to promote education on the subject. Knowledge is power, and I simply want to ask you to make an informed decision. Blackfish is 1.25 hrs long and I guarantee you will not look at wildlife that is kept in captivity for our entertainment the same way again. Blackfish can be found on Netflix, YouTube, and CNN. Thanks for considering, Stephanie Ganderton
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch I complain about the weeds in the summer time so I am going to complain about the uptown sidewalks this winter. How can I? What do I expectÕ ? Maybe itÕ s because I need something to complain about! LetÕ s say it is not a complaint, but rather a request. I wish all store owners would shovel a clear way from the sidewalk that is in front of their store to the roadway so I can get across the street without having to go through the slush or ice that is at the side of the road where cars park. From one corner to another would be a help, too. IÕ ve done no wishing about it but my neighbour has kept my sidewalk and driveway clear without me having to wish One big problem is the low spot for about six feet where water sat during our slight thaw and then froze. Since spreading salt or a chemical on that ice means ultimate death for our fresh water lakes, to say nothing of the creatures that live in them, shouldnÕ t the town make
sure there are no low spots on sidewalks! However, if it does that then there is cement to be torn up and hauled somewhere and the pollution that causes is made worse by the pollution involved in placing new cement that may sink unevenly in a short while. Then there is the cost to the taxpayer to have that done. There is no end to the implications that come with concern about the environment. I was appalled recently when a young man commented on the fact I sat in the cold in my car while I waited for him to respond to our meeting agreement. I told him that it wasnÕ t that long and I think about the pollution to the environment when a car is parked and running. His response was that he thinks about his environment all the time. DonÕ t people realize we must care about this for our children and their children’s children, ad infinitum?
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Community urged to help Local shares new book... Knights support the Hall by Sylene Argent The community is urged to participate in the Knight to Support the Hall event on Saturday, March 1. The event is being held to raise funds for the McGregor Knights of Columbus facility located on Walker Road in the heart of McGregor Centre. The St. Clement Council (#2844) Knights of Columbus Hall is a facility that hosts many local events, including wedding receptions, 2concerts, col x 2” fundraisers, awards banquets, and K of C functions. In House Everyone is welcome to join in the night of fun on Saturday, March 1 in support of the hall that serves as a gathering place for the McGregor community and beyond. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. The open buffet will offer an array of tasty
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dishes, including krispy chikÕ n, smoky sausages, pasta, dessert, coffee and tea, and a mash potato and salad bar. A similar event was hosted last year, which was called Ò Knight to Save the Hall.Ó Event organizer Laura Belanger, who is tackling this project with Evan Belanger who holds the advocate position on the K of C board, noted last yearÕ s event was held to keep the hall open. It attracted over 400 patrons. Thanks to everyoneÕ s generosity the inaugural hall fundraiser sold out Lana in less than three weeks of going on sale. As a result of the support, the McGregor K of C was able to remain open. Through the 2014 event, organizers have a goal to raise enough funds to fix the roof and to also be able to save money to upgrade the
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lighting fixtures for energy efficiency. This event, Belanger noted, is more of a support event. In addition to dinner, the fundraiser will also offer patrons the opportunity to win prizes and participate in raffles. Event goers will also have the chance to participate in fun and interactive games, and will be able to enjoy the musical talents of a DJ service that will provide music so patrons can dance if they choose. The April 4, 2013 games were well received last year, she noted. The organizers urge the community to order tickets fast as there will be a limited number of tickets sold. Tickets are still available presently. Those wishing to attend, especially large groups, are urged to call Laura at (519) 776-7972 ahead of time to make a reservation. Tickets are also available at the K of C Hall. Those wishing to support the cause, but are unable to attend, can still forward a monetary donation. Prizes are also needed for the event and would be appreciated. Belanger hopes for a great turnout and urges the community to participate and have some fun.
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knew this lot was actually the BME black cemetery. Markers had been broken and were piled around a tree. Ò My heart sank. I couldnÕ t believe what I was looking at. And I thought to myself, Ô I cannot let this pass,Õ Ó she said of the cemeteryÕ s condition at that time. Ò I canÕ t tell you how much it upset me. And IÕ m not saying just simply because it was a black cemetery. It was a cemetery; it was sacred ground. It was where the people who made Canada, Canada, were buried. And we were just not showing any respect.Ó Efforts have been made to clean-up the area, including adding a garden. Sometimes people get wrapped up in the present and we forget about our past, she said. Harding-Davis coined the phrase Ò the black thread in the Canadian tapestryÓ to help describe the contributions AfricanCanadians made to Canadian history. Harding-Davis noted that in around 1792 there was a black settlement community called Hope Town in the Harrow area. Hope Town, she said, is believed to encompass Harrow and went as far as Walker Road, and down to nearly highway 20. A lot of the area had not been settled. Members of organizations like ECHRS take
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it upon themselves to be stewards to preserve the past. All of these local historical based groups have a common purpose with different themes, she said. Common knowledge and oral history, HardingDavis noted, Ò Is so important. It isnÕ t just folklore and myth; it is the basis of history when you research it.Ó Harding-Davis announced that a special fundraiser would take place on March 29 at Heritage Village. She noted a local historian received permission from Heritage Village to take over a cottage there to be set up to honour of the Banks fam-
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ily. A family member, Ester Malawice Banks, is believed to be buried at the cemetery on the 3rd concession at Drummond Road. It is also believed she was General BrockÕ s daughter by a Princess from Ghana, Africa who went to England to get her education and ended up in the Brock household as a cook. A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for May. She hopes for a great turnout at the event. Anyone who would like to purchase HardingDavisÕ s books can contact her via email at elisedavis62@yahoo.com or by calling (519) 7386820.
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Costa returns home with crown by Sylene Argent Essex District High School grade 12 student Hannah Costa had the red carpet rolled out for her upon her resent return home to Maidstone. Costa recently took part in the Miss Teen Ontario pageant and earned the title Ò Miss Teen Essex County 2014Ó along with a flowing sash and sparkling tiara. Costa was overjoyed with the experience, which turned out to be more fun than she had anticipated. Ò Once I got there I was so excited. I didnÕ t feel nervous,Ó Costa said. The 17-year old headed into the largescale pageant with the experience she garnered from participating in the Miss Comber pageant a few years ago. The three-day adventure took place in Toronto nearing the end of January. The local teen competed against around 40 other pageant hopefuls, and 19 of
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these competitors were crowned and have the opportunity to compete in the Miss Teen Canada pageant to take place in Toronto in July. Costa headed to Toronto on the train on the Friday before the pageant with a support system in tow, which consisted of her parents and a close friend. She spent the day sightseeing and taking in what the city has to offer. The Friday fun helped settle her nerves and gave her focus for the big competition to follow. On the Saturday morning, Costa headed to the pageant headquarters, which was hosted at the Holiday Inn Airport. There, she met the other competing girls from across the province, as well as the pageant directors and choreographer. Right away, Costa and her competing peers got to work learning the proper ways to walk on stage, how to turn, and the proper way to sit during
an interview. These lessons helped prepare the contestants so they could put their best foot forward in front of the judges the following day. The girls then learned the steps and movements they would perform to the opening number, which was set to Lady GagaÕ s tune, Ò Applause.Ó Costa said the choreographer was fun to work with and was able to take away a lot of pressure by creating a fun atmosphere. During the first day of the pageant there was some preliminary judging, Costa noted, which included the swimwear and interview portions. During the interview, Costa had to explain what it was like to live in Essex County and what she would do as a representative of her region if she was a titleholder. On the Sunday of the pageant Costa and her competitors were invited
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Costa returns home with crown... to see the stage and get a feel of what it was going to be like to be in front of a viewing audience later that night. They went through a few dress rehearsals. The actual pageant began at 7 p.m. on the Sunday evening with the opening number performance. The girls then introduced themselves by sharing their name, age, and explaining where theyÕ re from. They then returned to the stage to participate in the evening gown judging, and later the swimwear portion, which was judged the previous day but was performed for the audience as part of the pageant. During the pageant, each of the contenders was allotted some time to speak about their platform. Costa decided to share why the 4-H Club is important all across Canada. She spoke about the club and what it offers to its membership, which includes a chance to gain leadership skills and to follow its motto of Ò learning by doing.Ó Costa and 18 other
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contestants were then crowned and later given a title. Costa and these crowned contestants will have the opportunity to compete on behalf of Ontario in the national event Ò Miss Teen CanadaÓ in July, which will also be held in Toronto. In addition to being crowned as a top participant, there was more exciting news for Costa. All of the contestants were urged to raise funds for the Cardiac Unit at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto as part of the pageant experience. Costa was the top fundraiser. She thanked everyone who supported her fundraisers locally in helping her contribute to this cause. Ò I was pleased with that,Ó Costa said of learning she was the top fundraiser. Ò It was a lot to take in.Ó She is already thinking of fundraisers she could host in the near future for the national event’s beneficiary, Free the Children. Being a part of the pageant was unlike anything Costa has ever done. The experience, she
said, will help her in the future as she has gained public speaking and interview skills. Costa said that the other contestants were extremely helpful and friendly. She still chats with many of them online and is excited to reunite with some of her new friends at the national competition. While they only got to spend two days together during the pageant, Costa noted the competitors did get the opportunity to connect and melded well together. The national competition will last a week. During this experience Costa will share a room with someone from a different province. She looks forward to meeting more competitors from across Canada at this event. Costa has a Facebook and Twitter page for people to support her fundraisers and learn about her journey. Supporters can find her on Twitter by looking up @TeenEssexCty14. She also plans to start a blog in the near future.
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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch - Memory Lane I hope everyone enjoyed the letter-to-theeditor that Andy Comber wrote. He added more memories to those I had written and he made me aware that this end of the province has been slower in developing than the central area and likely the eastern area. I have no idea about the northern area. Since I assume Andy is considerably younger than I, his memories suggest even the educational system developed more slowly down here because I was surprised he had similar experiences to my day. Then, maybe Andy didnÕ t spend his school years in Essex County. I have mentioned it before how surprised I was to learn that electricity came to the Essex rural area about 20 years later than it came to my rural home near Ingersoll (Oxford County). Certainly the dial telephone was much later. I have expressed my dismay in this column to when the telephone was installed in my new Central Mortgage home in Essex. A workman had to tell me how to use a phone, that you cranked the handle hard for each long ring and then with a little jerk for each of the short rings depending on the telephone number providing one of the other six or eight neighbours were not using the same
line. I had not known a phone like that in my rural childhood home. If you want to see a phone number like that, look at the Wass mural. You will see such a number on the side of the truck in the picture. Andy didnÕ t mention the slate rags we had in school. Perhaps he never used one of those. ThatÕ s exactly what they were; a rag provided by our mother to clean our slates because a brush would become too full of chalk to clean it well. The rag hung in the grill work at the side of our desk. I donÕ t know whether its condition indicated the cleanliness of our mother, or the forgetfulness of either her or her child because some of them would have a horrid odor after awhile if mother didnÕ t provide a fresh one regularly. After one was used over and over again and left to hang there
without properly drying, the odor from it could be called a stench. Did I need to tell everyone about that? ValentineÕ s Day always meant a party and cards that exercised our imagination when we made them. Perhaps that was necessary too, when we received them, to interpret the message or know if it tied to the artistry. It was the number we got that counted. I doubt that has changed. I remember one of mine. It was cut in the shape of a little girl with a doll carriage and in the place of a doll there was a heart that I could move out and in by moving the buggy handle. Imagine a valentine that meant so much to me that I still remember it. But it came to me at home from an adult whom I donÕ t remember. What did that card tell me?
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United Church once again in transition
The Rev. Margaret Spencer cuts the cake at her retirement luncheon at the Essex United Church. Board Members Neil McBeth and Shirley Horton look on with her gift of a table clock in hand.
by Jennifer Cranston Two years ago Essex United Church was in a state of transition. The congregation had no regular minister and was relying on guest preachers to fill the void. The Rev. Margaret Spencer was one of those guests. She was recently retired from her ministry in Nova Scotia and was new to the Windsor area. She and her husband had moved to the region to be closer to children and grandchildren in Michigan. In May of 2012 the Church Board of Directors asked Spencer if she would step in as their regular pastor. She agreed to step in for two
years or until they found a permanent replacement. Even though the search for a permanent minister is ongoing, SpencerÕ s health has forced her to leave early. She is in the process of a long recovery from a knee replacement and is still experiencing complications. She explained that medical
appointments arenÕ t leaving her the time she needs to serve as Pastor. Ò I want people to know that this is a talented and kind and welcoming congregation,Ó she said. “I’ve enjoyed my time with them.Ó She said that this time her retirement will be permanent. When she is not concentrating on her health, she intends to get back to her hobbies of water colour painting and writing. Neil McBeth serves as Chair of the Church Board. He says that Spencer will be missed. Ò She helped us become a more cohesive church community,Ó he
said. Ò Under her guidance we’ve restructured the board to be a more effective legislative body and streamlined many of the church functions.Ó Another thing McNeil credits Spencer for is a more active youth ministry. It was her suggestion to create vacation bible schools during summer and Christmas breaks. “She is a very warm, kind, outgoing person,Ó he said. “She is very concerned about all our members, especially our youth.Ó McBeth hopes to have a new permanent minister in place by the fall of this year.
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Healing through nature by Jennifer Cranston The Naturalized Habitat Network is launching its Healing GardenÕ s program throughout Windsor and Essex County in March and there is still time to get involved. Ò In our 12 year history this is the most multidisciplinary program we have ever offered,Ó said Program Coordinator Dan Bissonnette. Ò ItÕ s a radically different approach for us.Ó The Network, with its native species initiatives, has always focused on gardeners healing the landscape and restoring natural habitats. “This is a total flip where weÕ re having gardens heal people,Ó said Bissonnette. With room for about 100 gardeners in the countywide program, response has been very good, he said. He says the program is bringing a whole new demographic to the group. Ò About 40 percent of the people signing up are our usual gardeners, but about 20 percent are people who already practice yoga, Tai-Chi and meditation. Another 40 percent are people involved in significant healing processes in their lives,Ó he said. Although many wellplanned landscapes have some restorative qualities, healing gardens are created with healing as their primary focus. In simple terms, a healing garden is any landscape that is created with the main intention of fostering physical, mental and spiritual well being. The term can also encompass other forms of landscapes, including meditation, peace and memorial gardens. They also draw on an eclectic mix of landscaping disciplines, including Japanese and European Monastic gardening, as well as First Nations healing traditions. Compared to some of these gardening traditions, healing gardens are a relatively new phenomenon. They also combine old and new approaches, by
incorporating modern therapeutic techniques, as well as to borrow inspiration from nature itself. Bissonnette explains developing an effective healing garden is as much a science as an art. Ò People have always known about the healing qualities of nature or
the release they feel when they putter in their gardens after a stressful day at work. Yet, itÕ s only very recently that this phenomenon has actually been studied and put to practical use,Ó he said. Bissonnette believes that in this day and age it is more important than ever
to have Ò an outdoor sacred space.Ó Even more than a few decades ago, there is very little electronic-free, noise-free space indoors. Workshops in Essex begin on Tuesday, March 4. For more information or to register visit www. naturalizedhabitat.org.
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WALDRON, Cdr. William James “Bill” CD, BComm. MA (Economics)- Born Sept. 15, 1922 in Brantford, ON and passed at home in Essex on Friday, February 14, 2014 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Thelma (nee Wighton) (2011). Proud father of Lois Copley, (Essex); David (Calgary); late Keith (2002); Clifford Clark and wife Wilma (Spruce Grove, AB). Cherished Grandpa of Corey, Lindsay, Nicole and Casey (all of Alberta) and Great Grandpa of Jetton of Alberta. Dearest brother of late Margaret Woolley, late Jack (Janine), late Jean Thompson (late Terry), Mary Patis (late Larry), Ronald Waldron (Jackie). Dear brother-in-law of Jim Wighton (Tecumseh). William served in the RCN in WWII from 1942-45 on the HMCS Barrie on Convoy Duty in the North Atlantic. After marrying Thelma in December 1951, he signed on for an additional 3 year term in Quebec City with the RCN. In 1961, he was second in command of the University Naval Training Division at the HMCS Hunter and was also a Lt. Commander at Naval Base Cornwallis, NS in the summer of 1964. He retired from RCNR at the rank of Commander. After serving his country in WWII, he completed his BComm with honours at University of Toronto and then went on to achieve his Master of Business Administration with honours. He began his teaching career at Essex District High School and progressed to other secondary schools in the area and then became Professor of Economics at St. Clair College, heading the Business Department before retiring in 1984. Upon retirement, he acquired his Financial Planning Designation and worked several years with Tillican Financial. He served 18 years as a Director with Woodslee Credit Union. He was a long time member of the Masons with the ParviamCentral, Lodge #395 Essex since 1961. Also a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201, Essex, a member of the RCNR and the Naval Officer’s Association. He was also elected as Councillor for the Town of Essex. William was also instrumental in developing the St. Clair College Retired Teacher’s Association. During his tenure at St. Clair College, he was the Assistant Coach for the St. Clair College Saints hockey team for several years. His passion for hockey led him to serve as President of Essex Minor Hockey, as well as playing Monday night hockey for the Essex Legion for several years. He coached the Essex Bantams for years, culminating in a Provincial Championship in 1967-68. With the Essex 73’s, he served as treasurer on the Executive for 10 years, witnessing many championships throughout those years. Mr. Waldron was very proud of many players he coached that went on to play in the NHL. William was humble, a true gentleman and mentor to many. His children idolized him and all of his accomplishments. Mr. Waldron will be forever missed by all the people; young and old, who had the priviledge of knowing him. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 pm. Royal Canadian Naval funeral under the Auspices of the W.V.M.S.C. on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 11 am. Rev. Stan Fraser officiating. Masonic Memorial Service Friday 7:30 pm. Private family interment. If desired, memorial donations made to Essex Minor Hockey or the charity of choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
February 17, 19 years ago there was a moment. A moment that changed life as we knew it. The crash happened in one single MOMENT and you were gone. Our youngest sister was gone, mom and dad’s youngest child was gone. We are so very glad for pictures, stories and memories. Those pictures, stories and memories comfort us. They make us smile and laugh and sometimes cry. You will always be missed. Give Aunt Jackie and Chrissie a hug for me and know that I am sending you the biggest tightest squeeze ever. - Love your big sister, Jackie _________________________________________________________
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January 11th, 1937 - February 21st, 2013 In loving memory of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Charming ways and a smiling face are a pleasure to recall. He had a kindly word for each, and died, beloved by all. Love - Wife, Mary, Children, Paul, Sara, Bill, Judy, Mary, Fran & John, and Grandchildren.
What’s Going On FEB. 20 - BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - at Harrow Arena, 12:30 - 7pm. Walk Ins Welcome! FEB. 20 - PEPPER PARTY - at Essex Retirees’ Social Club. Call 519-776-6689 for more information. All are welcome. FEB. 21 - PASTA FuNDRAISER for Essex Community Services in the Community Room at the Essex Arena. 4:30 - 7pm. For tickets & info please call 519-776-4231. FEB. 22 - OuTDOOR SPORT & RECREATION EXPO - at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington - 9am-6pm. For info: 519-322-2337. FEB 25 - THE NATuRALIZED HABITAT NETWORK MEETING at the Essex County Civic Centre in Room D at 7:00 pm. Guest speaker, Point Pelee Researcher, Shelby Toews. FEB. 26 - THE ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICuLTuRAL SOCIETY MEETING at Essex Community Centre at 7:30pm. Speaker is Maria Pap on Herbs & new flowers on the market. MARCH 2 - ARTISAN CRAFT SHOW – from 10am-5pm at Place Concorde, 7515 Forest Glade Dr., Windsor - in the Community Hall. Free admission & free coffee. MARCH 4 - PANCAKE SuPPER – at Trinity Anglican Church, Cottam from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Free-will donation. Everyone welcome. MARCH 5 -SHOOTER’S PHOTOGRAPHY CLuB MEETING - 7pm - 10pm at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden’s, 1550 Road 3E, Ruthven - Willow Room. Everyone welcome. MARCH 7 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER at Trinity united Church, 1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. “Streams in the Desert” written by the Women of Egypt. All welcome! MARCH 9 - EuCHRE CARD PARTIES – a series of 5 euchre card parties will take place in the main hall of St. Joseph Church, River Canard. Doors at 1pm. Starts at 2pm. ESSEX COMMuNITY SERVICES - Walk-In Counselling Clinic: Access to professional counseling services is available on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month at Essex Community Services, 35 Victoria Ave. For info: 519-776-4231. INCOME TAX CLINIC: Our annual income tax clinic is once again being offered at Essex Community Services. Please call 519-776-4231 for eligibility, and drop off dates.
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Are you interested in a cutting edge career in communications and customer service? Gosfield North Communications Co-operative Limited is now accepting resumes for the position of Customer Experience Representative.
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This will not be your typical service position. We are looking for a technically minded individual. Our new CER will be responsible but not limited to the following:
HeLP wanteD - snow removal General Labourers wanted. Fax resume to 519723-2336. 7-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 payminimum wage. to apply please email tammy@policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric international, PO Box 218, ruthven On n0P 2G0 6-14t* _____________________ Part-tiMe HeLP wanteD: Dairy Farm help needed. Mornings & evenings. Minimum wage. Own transportation. Call 519-776-5406. 7-1t* _____________________ esseX taXi is nOw in tHe COurier Business, Offering same day delivery to windsor. Looking for full- time & parttime drivers with own car or without. 519-776-4922. 7-2t* _____________________
inCOMe taX PreParatiOn: Good rates on personal, rental and business returns. e-file or paper file. Call Jeannette Grass (519) 776-7090. 6-11t _____________________ inCOMe taX -Confidential preparation of Personal, Farm, and senior returns. Pick up and delivery available. e-file or regular file. Over 30 years experience. Call tim Mousseau 519-975-2414 or toll free 1-855-975-2414. 4-12t* _____________________ HOMe Pet Care: veternary technician. 27 years experience. will come to your home and do nail trims, baths, ear cleaning, anal glands, etc. at reasonable price. Call Lynn at 519-776-4277.
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customer email set up and support IPTV setup, support and device trouble shooting answer general customer internet questions Reset and reboot fiber optic based hardware, IPTV set top boxes, internet gateways, IP telephones, etc…
If you are interested in pushing your abilities in an ever evolving industry, please submit your resumes via email or in person to: Email: hr@gosfieldtel.ca Gosfield North Communications Co-operative Limited. 128 County Rd. 34 W. Cottam, ON N0R 1B0
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The Town of Essex has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join the Fire and Rescue Services. Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief is responsible to assist in the organization and direction of the Fire Department and for day-to-day operations and strategic support to the Fire Chief. The Deputy Fire Chief will assist in administration, fire suppression, fire prevention and rescue activities of the department. The Deputy Fire Chief will also assist in the administration of applicable local, provincial and federal fire regulations. Administration duties comprise planning, 6-2t* directing and controlling all fire department activities _____________________ including recruitment of personnel, purchase of 16 Centre St., Essex WANTED IT PAYS TO equipment, control of expenditures, preparation of _____________________ ADVERTISE! budget estimates and the assignment of personnel CasH PaiD forCall scrap cars and trucks. Free 519-776-4268 Call 519-776-4268 and equipment. removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn For full details and further information, please see our website at www.essex.ca. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to What’s submit a cover letter and detailed resume no later Please black and than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2014 to: Recycle
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For Neil & Cheryl McBeth, Essex. Sale will be held at the McBeth farm at 8871 Conc. 8 Essex. From Essex County Road 23 (Arner Townline) south of Essex, take Conc. 8 west to farm. Watch for auc on signs. Note: Absolutely No Reserve, farms are rented. 16 Centre Street, Essex This is a very well cared for line of farm machinery & most machinery essexfreepress@on.aibn.com has always been stored inside. 519.776.4268 Tractors – two Case IH 7120 dsl: Case IH 7120 approx. 1992 Magnum model, 5755 hours, front wheel assist, 18.4Rx42 like new rear res, 14.9Rx28 front res, new ba eries, two speed PTO, this tractor was repainted approx. 6 years ago; Case IH 7120- 1988 model, 3284 hours, front wheel and white assist, 20.8Rx38 rear res,What’s 16.9Rx28 black front res; Duals & weights for both 7120 tractors will sell separate: 18.4Rx42 rear axle and duals for the 1992 had new hubs in 2008; T-rail 20.8Rx38 & read all model over? T-rail 16.9Rx28 duals for the 1988 are in very good condi on; Weights: there are 28 front end weights for the 2 tractors, selling separate; Other Tractors, one w/mounted spray kit, one w/ loader: Case 1070 Agri-King dsl, 4076 hours, 18.4x38 rear res, this tractor sells w/two mounted 16 Centre Street, Essex spray tanks, controls & pump; M.F. 265 dsl 1978 model, 3085 hrs, 4 speed Hi-Lo trans, has roll essexfreepress@on.aibn.com bar & canopy, sells w/M.F. 236 front end loader; Other Duals: 18.4x38 T-rail duals & 15.5x38 519.776.4268 T-rail duals; Other Weights: 9 front end weights from Case 1070, selling separate; Combine – note this combine looks & works very well: Case IH 1460 Axial Flow approx. 1985 model, 2625 engine hours, combine sells w/ IH 1020 – 20 . header, combine had 2 new concaves, rasps, augers & grain sieves in 2012; Grain Header Wagon – sells separate; Plan ng: Great Plains model 1510 P no ll grain drill, has Market fill auger, Great Plains cart in front, rolling harrows & fingers on back, new disc openers & coulters in 2011, total acreage planted around 2500; Roll over Plow & Tillage: Overuum Triple K 5 furrow roll over plow, adjustable from 12” to 16”; Triple K 20’ pull type cul . w/rolling harrows; two cul packer sets each w/12’ centre & two 6’ pups; 13’ land leveler; Ford 2 furrow 3 ph plow; 20’ Will Rich spring tooth cult. w/ leveling spikes; Landoll 11 tooth chisel plow; Wagons: two Kilbros model 385 gravity wagons w/extensions on 10 ton Elmira chassis; two J&M 200 bu. wagons; two 225 bu. wagons; flat rack grain wagon; two 150 bu. gravity wagons; Grain Bins: two 3250 bu. bins w/aera on floors; two 1200 bu. bins; bins to be removed by purchaser; Auger: Farm King 851 PTO auger; 4000 litre water wagon w/ four 1000 litre plas c tanks all hooked together on wagon chassis; Honda 4x4 Four Trax 350 w/mounted sprayer & clover spreader; Other Items: drag harrows; 7’ Ford 3 ph chopper; 7 . 3 ph snow blower; Ye er 3415 rotary hoe; 6” x 20’ auger w/ electric motor; small 2 wheel sprayer; 3 ph fer lizer spreader; cement mixer; v-ditcher; 3 ph scraper blade; welder; re breaker; Farmhand sta onary air compressor; other shop equipment; 50’ spray boom w/foam markers; small grain cleaner; 2 roto llers; plus numerous other items. Terms cash, debit or personalized cheque day of sale. Owner or auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Lunch booth by Essex Rotary. Proprietor: Neil & Cheryl McBeth, 519-776-5905 Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 Photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com
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HPS students learn to be themselves by Sylene Argent Students at Harrow Public School learned some valuable life lessons last Wednesday afternoon. Putting their textbooks aside, the students enjoyed an assembly in the gymnasium that featured singing, basketball tricks, and motivational talks. The assembly began with twelveyear old Dante Scott of Amherstburg. The young singer shared a few songs with his many Harrow Public School fans, and was pleased to have a warm welcome to the school. Scott has always enjoyed singing and has been auditioning for several opportunities to step into the limelight. Last summer, he auditioned for Ò The Next StarÓ in Toronto. He would eventually make the top six. In September, Scott was featured as a vocal contestant on the television show. The top six finale, he said, was hosted live from CanadaÕ s Wonderland. The experience was nervewracking, but he was proud to be a part of the
show. Though he didnÕ t win the competition, he remains optimistic as the opportunity opened many doors to him. He looks forward to continuing to audition for plays, commercials, and writing his own music. ScottÕ s message to the students was to Ò be yourself. DonÕ t be afraid to express yourself.Ó Continuing the motivational assembly at Harrow Public School, entertainers Q-Mack and J-Box (Scott Jackson) took the spotlight. While explaining different types of bullying and helping the students think of ways to deal with these types of situations, Q-Mack entertained the students with an array of basketball tricks and juggling acts. J-Box had the students sing along while he shared his beatbox skills. Q-Mack said that while their 90-minute show is entertaining, it sends important messages to the students, including that itÕ s important to believe in oneÕ s self. The show also inspires the students to try new things, go after goals, and
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improve talents. Their show is called Ò Increase the PeaceÓ and it teaches youth that exclusion affects confidence levels. The duo came to Harrow Public School with a lot of entertainment experience. J-Box represented Canada in the World Beatboxing Championship in Germany and was a contestant on CanadaÕ s Got Talent. Q-Mack has made many TV appearances and for five years was the host of the National NBA Hoop it up Tour. He also authored the book Ò Dare to Be Different.Ó Together, Q-Mack and J-Box have entertained at Toronto Raptors home games. Q-Mack noted the trick to a successful show is keeping all the students, from kindergarten to grade eight, entertained. They plan to be back in the region in the near future J-Box and Q-Mack entertained at Harrow Public School last Wednesday afternoon to entertain at other local while sending the positive message that students should believe in themselves. Amherstburg schools. singer Dante Scott (pictured center) also performed at the assembly.
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Council moved that recommendation, and after a lengthy discussion added an addition to this recommendation that will have the Finance Committee re-visit the funding for the Essex Youth Centre, who will receive $10,240, for consideration of a onetime grant to raise those funds to $15,000. Councillor Randy Voakes noted the Essex Youth Centre needs funds to continue to operate and be available for the youth who frequent the facility, located in the basement of the Essex Aquatics Centre. The Youth Centre requested $28,000 from Council through the grant program. He thinks the EYC will struggle to make it through the year with the $10,240 amount. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche is the Chairperson of the Finance Committee. He noted that Council has been issuing grant dollars to the EYC since it lost its Trillium funding a few years ago. As that funding loss was unexpected, the Council of the day agreed to forward some support, but noted it could not continue to finance long term. Council has
been reducing the amount the EYC received by 20 percent each year. The Finance Committee, Meloche said, believed it should continue with that mandate. He added he hopes the EYC survives and that the Province would support youth centers again. Voakes asked Council to consider increasing the funding from $10,240 with additional dollars to make it $15,000. He noted to his knowledge Unifor local 444 is planning to come to the plate with financial support for this initiative. Councillor Sherry Bondy suggested that if Council would agree to the extra funds it should be considered as a standalone additional grant. She added that a sustainability plan needs to be put in place. Animal Control Officer Bylaw Essex Council supported the bylaw presented to appoint Animal Control Officers (Essex County K9 Services) as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for Essex for the purpose of enforcing the Town of Essex Animal Care and Control
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Mega Hospital Interests Councillor Randy Voakes brought up discussion concerning the incoming Mega Hospital. Voakes wanted to make it known he, and he hoped Essex Council, wanted to suggest Essex as a potential location for this Mega Hospital. Voakes suggested the lot at County Road 8 and Hwy#3 as a possible location. He hoped Council would have an interest in suggesting Essex as a potential future location and would try to work with the Province and the Committee to get the hospital possibly within the municipality. Several members of Council noted the property Voakes suggested is not ready or may not be large enough for this
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endeavor. The Town also does not own the lot. Councillor Bondy thanked Voakes for bringing the idea forward. She said she wants what is best for the residents of Essex and Essex County. Meloche agreed Voakes had a good idea. He said he has been to a few open houses for this project and has mentioned if this project would require county dollars it should be accessible to county residents. Essex, he said, would be a good location as it is very central. Council passed a motion that would have CAO Russ Phillips and select administration meet with the Mega Hospital Committee to discuss the interest Essex has for opportunity as it relates to the future mega hospital location.
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COUNTY OF ESSEX LOAD RESTRICTIONS Operators are hereby warned to observe 5 Tonne Per Axle Load Restriction Signs on County Roads during the Load Restriction period including but not restricted to the months of March and April as authorized by the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter H.8, Section 122, Subsections 1, 2, 3 and 4 and Schedule K and Schedule L of County of Essex By-law #26-2002, as amended. County Foreman Phone – Leamington 519-326-8691
County Engineer Phone – Essex 519-776-6441 ext. 1316 Fax: (519) 776-4455
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2014 Interim Property Tax Bills were mailed January 29, 2014 If you own property in the Town of Kingsville you should have received your 2014 interim tax bill. The tax due dates are as follows:
February 28, 2014 May 30, 2014 Please refer to the brochure included with your tax notice for a listing of the payment options available. Avoid long lines by paying your taxes early. Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve you from payment of taxes or penalties. Penalties are assessed the day following the due date at 1.25% and each month thereafter until paid. It is the responsibility of the taxpayer to ensure the Town has the correct mailing address. If you have not received your tax notice please call 519-733-2305 or visit the office at 2021 Division Road North.
Mikayla Fillion got her hair snipped at Estheticare on Saturday, February 8th for a special cause. The 7-year old Lakeshore resident donated her long hair to Locks of Love and it will be used to make wigs for children who are undergoing cancer treatment at the childrenÕ s hospital in London. Mikayla first decided she wanted to cut her hair six months ago in a show of support for her aunt Joanne Campbell. MikaylaÕ s mom, Ashley, is very proud of her daughterÕ s donation.
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Leamington to host outdoor sport & recreation expo St. Paul’s/ Trinity Anglican Members of both congregations are invited for special reflection March 1. The day will begin at Trinity at 10- A.M. with worship and then personal reflection and conversation about choices. Following lunch we will go to St. Paul’s to explore our history and our future as individual congregations. closing at 3 p.m. Our pancake supper is on Shrove Tuesday, March 4 at Trinity from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. The Ash Wednesday service is March 6, at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s. A basket is at the back of the church for your palms to use as this year’s ashes. Lenten Diocesan resources for adults and children are available at the church. Office hours Mon., Feb. 24 and Wed., Feb. 26 are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. After that the office will be closed until Wed., March 19. Woodslee Friendship Club Winners this past week were Juliette St Pierre, Donna Eyraud , Bob Mullins, George Diesbourg, Colleen Chevalier, Edna Chevalier, Rick Dunn, Mary Demars, Dave Mc Murren, Tom Allison, Ernie Lariviere, and Joan Broeders. We celebrated Valentine’s Day with pizza and ice cream treats. It may be cold outside but you will receive a warm welcome to our club. Come and try us out , Our annual $10.00 memberships are due at this time, and we welcome new members Join us for euchre, pepper or even try pickleball. For info call Joanne: 519-975-2409. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson We welcome you to join us this Sunday at 10:30 am with Reverend Frank Staples. A Nursery and Sunday School also take place during our worship hour. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all those who are sick and/or shut-in. If you know of someone that we could support, please call our church office at 519-738-4223. Confirmation Classes continue on Sunday, February 23, following the morning worship service. The Outreach Committee, has indicated that they would like input from members of the congregation regarding continuing and possible new Outreach Projects for 2014. If you have ideas please contact the church. On Sunday, March 2, a fundraising luncheon will be held following the worship service in order to support the Kit Richardson Bursary Fund which assists our youth with their post-secondary studies. To view and listen to Rev. Staples’weekly messages, listen to our Choir and to learn more about Harrow United Church, please visit us at: www.harrowunited.org Essex Retirees’ Social Club Great interest was shown in our Valentine pot luck dinner and Banjo entertainment, judging by the increase in attendance. Next month we will do our regifting of Christmas items. That is always so much fun. On Monday evening, Pepper Mary Lou Chibi had most Peppers and Shirley Stiers had high score, while lawrence Dobson was low. Floyd Cascadden took high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper and Evelyn Vivier won most Peppers and Debbie Vivier was in low spot. On Wednesday night Pepper, Louise Perraault had most Peppers and Shirley Stiers had high score. This time Mary Lou Chibi was low. Bridge winners were Floyd Cascadden and Ruth Ann Hickey. Watch this column for the Quarter Auction that we are planning for March. Paquette News – St. Stephen’s/Church of the Redeemer submitted by Barb Mactier Meat Pie Production continues. For orders, please contact Barb at 519-737-6619 or barbmactier@hotmail.com Our Parish Event is Back by Popular Demand. Soup Day with a twist! Join us for“Sunday Soup for the Soul”. Mark your calendars: Sunday, March 16th at Church of the Redeemer, County Rd. 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Continued on Page 20
Area residents are urged to head down to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex for the Outdoor Sport & Recreation Expo on Saturday, February 22 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dave Orshinsky, Facility Coordinator for the Leamington Recreation Complex, noted around eight vendor stations will be set up inside the facilityÕ s main lobby for this event and will showcase an array of outdoor sporting and recreational displays. Facility patrons are invited to peruse the vendor displays and discover what they have to offer. It will be free to attend this Expo. Similar events have been held in the past, Orshinsky said, but this was created on a smaller scale to showcase some outdoor activities in the facility lobby, including boating, RVs, hunting, fishing charters, and local sportsmen hunting groups. He said the event would be very interesting and fun. He urges area residents to attend to discover what is available. In the past, larger scale events were held in the gym, but sometimes facility goers were unaware of the Expo. Hosting it in the lobby should attract a lot of attention. It is hoped the smaller show inside the lobby will not only attract sport, hobby, and recreational enthusiasts, but also a lot of attention from families and individuals as they head to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex for other activities. He urges families planning to go to the Legendary Hockey Heroes 13th annual charity game that same day to head to the complex a little early to peruse the Outdoor Sport & Recreation Expo vendor displays. The Expo will wrap up as the puck is dropped for this traditional hockey game.
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March 7, World Day of Prayer at 11am at Woodslee United Church. Thank you to St. John’s Church – Woodslee, Belle River United Church and St. Simon & St.Jude Church – Belle River will join Woodslee United in the Service. Dr. Libby Skidmore will be delivering the messeage.
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519-776-4255 Dessert Card Party at St Stephen’s on February 20th at 1 p.m. All welcome. Cake meets on February 21st at 6:30 p.m. at Redeemer (Grades 3-5). Worship Committee meets at St. Stephen’s on Monday, February 24th at 7 p.m. Pews and Brews & Cues on Feb. 26th at 6 p.m. at Brews & Cues in LaSalle Parish Visioning Day on March 1st from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at St. Stephen’s. Please join us to discuss what direction our ministry is going. Even if you can’t be there for the whole day, come and give your voice as able PANCAKE SUPPER - The annual pancake supper will be on Shrove Tues. March 4, at Redeemer from 4:30-7:30. Free will offering with the proceeds supporting a local charity and our youth going to CLAY. The cooks have been lined up and the sausages ordered so mark it on your calendars and come out and enjoy pancakes and fellowship. Ash Wednesday service at 9:30 a.m. at St. Stephen’s and Ash Wednesday Dinner & Service at 6 p.m. at Church of the Redeemer on Wednesday, March 5. DUE TO SCHOOL SPRING BREAK, THE FOLLOWING DATES FOR EVENTS HAVE BEEN CHANGED: Sprouts meets on March 6th from 10-11 a.m. at St. Stephen’s. St. Stephen’s Parish Council meets on March 18th at 7 p.m. Family Fun Night will be on March 19th at 6 p.m. at St. Stephen’s.
Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer Communion For Shut Ins - If you know someone from our parish who is shut-in and would like to receive Communion please contact our office. K of C News Corner - Fish Fry - Friday, February 14th from 4:30 to 7 p.m. 2013 Tax Receipts - Your 2013 tax receipts are available to be picked up from the Gather Space with your 2014 box of envelopes. Mission Committee - A big “thank you to all” who supported our Sunday mission collection. Your generosity allows us to continue supporting people in El Salvador, Africa, Churchill - Hudson Bay, Essex, Haiti, India, N.W.T. and Peru. Please continue to save your Foodland receipt. It is just one of the ways you can support our many needs while supporting your community. God Bless you all and have a great week! Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Pulleyblank Congratulations to Kevin and Melissa McCarthy on the birth of their son, Marshall Robert. He is the third grandchild of Carolyn McCarthy. Don’t forget to come out and wish Fr. Dave a fond farewell on Sunday, February 23 in the hall. He begins at Holy Name of Jesus Church on March 4. Fr. Moe Charbonneau will begin then at St. Mary’s. Thank you to the Altar Society for hosting the Wedding Anniversary party for our parishioners who have special anniversaries this year. Shrove Tuesday Pancake supper is on Tuesday, March 4, in the hall at 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Altar Society. Free will offering accepted. We send our sympathies to Ed and Sue Chittle on the passing of Ed’s mom, Doris. Please keep in your prayers Renee Damphouse, Adeline Jobin, Roy Deehan and Lucas Gerard and their caregivers.
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Bethel Maidstone United Church at 5:30 pm. There is one sitting. Advanced tickets only, available from Rob Reeb at 519-735-8411. All Annual Reports must be in to the office so they can be typed for the Annual Meeting on March 30th. A soup and sandwich lunch will be served before. Tues., Mar. 4th is the Nursing Home Service at 2 pm at Iler Lodge. Volunteers are always welcome and greatly appreciated. Please join us! Wednesday, March 5th, is Ash Wednesday, the first Lenten Service at 12 Noon at Cottam United Church. Rev. Chris Brouillard-Coyle is the guest speaker, speaking on“The Weeping King”. A light lunch will follow. Freewill donation appreciated. Next week, Feb. 23rd the door greeters are Joan & Wayne Little, Elder on duty is Georgeann Welsh and Lock-up is Rick Chauvin.
Golden Years Golf Club Members were back in good form with 53 players recording 99 aces. Leading the ace parade with 6 was Bill Ward followed closely by Andy Orsini with 5 and Caroline Ascott, Art Sweet and John Vlodarchyk with 4 each. 3 dropped for Tom Dewhurst, Gord Ellis, Ila Ellis, Ethel Ferguson, Gail Johnson, Colleen Pearse, Irma Taylor and Shirley Thiessen. Notching 2 each were Jim Allan, Eleanor Brook, Ken Brook, Murray Cascadden, Eunice Cascadden, Cathy Dewhurst, Murray Hartford, Lois Hudwagner, Eva Kah, Bill Mayville, Betty McManus, Barb Murphy, John Murphy, Moe Scratch, Bill Taylor, Mary Anne Vickery and Steve Vigh. Rounding out the ace parade with 1 each were Cheryl Allan, Barb Arner, Iggy Arner, Herb Ascott, Dorothy Cascadden, Fran Clifford, Nancy Hill, Lloyd Honey, Tom Hyatt, Floyd Johnson, Dorothy Johnson, Cam Keith, Ernie Vandenberg, Doug Vickery, Gerrit Vriesen, Bryon Walker, Ken Womack and Pat Womack. Low score for 9 holes was delivered by Bill Ward with 15 followed closely by Andy Orsini with 16. 17 went to Shirley Thiessen, Steve Vigh, Jim Allan, Ethel Ferguson, Bill Ward, Tom Hyatt, Bill Mayville and Fran Clifford. A remarkable 18 hole score of 33 was recorded by Bill Ward. Iggy Arner, Bill Ward, Andy Orsini and Bill Mayville managed a 36 with Colleen Pearse, Ken Brook, Jim Allan, Iggy Arner and Cathy Dewhurst close on their heels with 37. A 36 hole low score of 69 by Bill Ward hi-lighted the day. Iggy Arner managed a 73, Jim Allan and Bill Mayville a 75, Colleen Pearse and Andy Orsini had a 76 and Art Sweet and Ken Brook notched a 77. A tie for 1st place with 140 went to team 4 [Rose Taylor, Art Sweet, Ken Brook] and team Queens [Eunice Cascadden, Tom Hyatt, Bill Ward]. 2nd place with 241 was corralled by team 3 [Colleen Pearse, Gord Ellis, Herb Ascott]. 3rd and final spot with 243 went to team 14 [Bill Mayville, Gail Johnson, Betty McManus] Next tee off time is 9:30 am, Feb 20th at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden.
Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Come join us for Sunday Service at Belle River United Church in Belle River at 9:30 am, due to the construction at the Woodslee church. Thank you to Richard Dalton who delivered the message last week. This week the message will be delivered by Elaine Butler.
Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday worship service at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday school is 10:15 a.m. A nursery is available during the service. Coffee hour is held in the hall after the service for refreshments, snacks and fellowship. The church and hall are both handicapped accessible. Office hours are Tues. and Thurs. mornings from 9 am to 1pm. Telephone: 519-723-2284, email: bmuc@xplornet.ca Last Sunday, Feb. 16th Rob Cornies was our guest speaker. We want to thank him for his interesting sermon“A Whale of a Tale”. Next Sunday, Feb. 23rd our guest speaker will be Brian Stocks speaking of “Turn the Other Cheek”? Soup and Sandwiches will be served after the service. On Mon., Feb. 24th there is a U.C.W. meeting in the hall at 1pm. All ladies of the congregation are welcome. There will be NO meeting in March. On Sat., March 1st there will be a Country Style Roast Beef Dinner in the hall at
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Essex United Church Rev. Sharon Willis Whitwell led us in worship with the theme that seeking to do God’s will is more important than seeking worldly goods. The annual meeting will be held after worship next Sunday. Neil Fotheringham will bring us the worship message. Murder Mystery rehearsals are underway for presentation on March 28 and 29. We gathered after the service last Sunday for a meal and time to give Rev. Margaret a farewell party and the gift of a clock for remembrance of our time with her as a congregation.
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• Fax 519-326-8044 Trinity Phone Church519-326-2681 News Our Thank You Bank donations for the month of February will go to support the work of our brothers and sisters throughout the deanery as they provide food and fellowship through the Out of the Cold program at the Downtown Mission. Margaret Dates to remember March 1, 2014 will Da be aSilva Parish Reflection Day for members of both Trinity and St. Paul’s. It will begin at Trinity at 10am with worship followed by Manager personal reflection and conversation about choices. Following lunch we will travel to St. Paul’s for an afternoon exploring our history and our future as individual people of faith and as churches in Cottam and Essex. All are Welcome!
Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley van Huizen We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am as Pastor Aaron Thompson will be leading us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea. GEMS & Cadets will be meeting on Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. All girls and boys ages 8 – 13 are invited to attend. All are invited to our Free Movie Event on Friday February 28 where we will be featuring“Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2”Everyone is welcome! All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Come and check us out online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca
Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett Join on Tuesday for SASouth, Connections, ourON community program that is geared to 180usTalbot Street Essex, men, women, and1B6 preschoolers. On Tuesday, Feb.25th we will be having a Craft Day. N8M 519-776-6488 Drop in any time between 10 -1 p.m. to join the fun, make new friends and enjoy a free delicious lunch ! We will be having a Family Fellowship Bowling outing the afternoon of Sat. Feb. 22nd. Call the office at 519- 776- 4628 for details. Mike Cowan Please note that Messy Church meets againPartner on Thurs . Feb. 27th from 6- 8 p.m. Our sick and shut- in friends appreciate your calls, cards and visits. Please take a few minutes today and contact someone on our list. We invite you to attend Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. led by Lt. Kristen Gray. If you have prayer concerns, our Sunday Prayer meeting takes place from 10 to 10:30 a.m. and all are welcome. Check out our activities at www.facebook.com/salvationarmyessex
4-H Heritage Club submitted by Joelle Goegebeur Our first meeting of the year took place on Friday, February 7, at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum“Resource Centre”. Everyone gathered in eagerly to plan the events that will span beyond the 6 meetings required. We wanted to make our encampments even better, so the group began throwing around ideas. We talked about portraying a historical figure, to learning folk song and dance of native/ voyageur life and even taking trips to places like Brantford and Kalamazoo to purchase more authentic regalia to add to our uniforms. With all these things to do, we’re sure to be very busy! This is a special year for us because it is also our last Achievement Day at the museum. We will be losing our Resource Centre to a salt shed on June 30, which has been our home base for the last 4 years. So, we would like to make this year’s re-enactment, on May 23-25, our biggest yet! With all these exciting plans ahead of us, we needed to complete one more thing before we dug into our treats of cupcakes and Klondike bars; elections. And so, through nominations, we elected Mason Hillier as President, Joellë Clermont as Vice- President,
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Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman You are invited to join us for our 10 am worship service with Pastor Steve Jones. Sunday School is available for the children. Kid’s Club every Tuesday at 3:30 pm led by Rev Linda Hollingsworth. All elementary school age children are invited. Annual Business Meeting on Feb. 23, following the Worship Service. Please hand in any reports as soon as possible. Pastor Steve and Kim are hosting an Appreciation Lunch following the meeting. Everyone welcome. Please keep those with health needs and those in nursing homes in your thoughts and prayers.
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22 I Opinion/Sports
His 1933 Essex coupe might have been a Õ 32!
Tony Bondi of Aurora, Ontario, donated this photo of his 1932 Essex coupe for this story
Paul LeBlanc of Moncton, NB, writes: “Hello Bill, I had a high school friend in the early ‘50s named Paul Comeau who owned a 1936 Plymouth. He and I had driven to Saint John from Moncton one weekend. On the way back, the engine started to malfunction. We pulled into the driveway of a cemetery just off the highway, where he took off the head and oil pan, removed a malfunctioning piston, put the head and oil pan back on, and we kept going. “As it was burning quite a bit of oil, we would stop at a garage about every ten miles and fill up with used oil, no charge. We got home OK and my friend did a motor job in his back yard that fall. “Another friend named Lee Powell owned a 1933 Essex coupe with rumble seat. Four of us would head in that car to PEI for the Annual Festival. I recall the windshield could be cranked open and I think there was a gravity gas container attached to the firewall. The car attracted a lot of attention, especially while waiting for the next ferry crossing.” The photo with this story was donated by Tony Bondi, a vintage car enthusiast north of Toronto who owns this 1932 Essex Terraplane coupe with black body and maroon fenders in excellent original condition. I was unable to find a photo of a 1933 Essex, an extremely rare model because by 1933, the Terraplane name was taking over and the Essex name was being phased out. It’s possible that Lee’s Essex was actually a ’32. Some unscrupulous used car dealers occasionally “updated” a car to get a better price. I recall one man who traded in his 1949 Austin on a used car lot in Windsor, Ontario, in the late ‘50s. Before he left the lot, the lot man had already written “1950 Austin” on the windshield. The man who traded it in reminded him it was a ’49. The lot man, without skipping a beat, explained that he could get more money for the car if it was one year newer. Buyers beware! The 1933 (or ’32) Essex owned by Lee Powell was probably built in Tilbury, a small town in southwestern Ontario. The Hudson Motor Car Company of Detroit set up a branch plant in that town in February 1932 to gain easier access to the Canadian and overseas Commonwealth markets. Among the eight body styles built in Tilbury, two versions of the coupe were offered, one at $1020 and a fancier version at $1090. IÕ m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my latest book: Ò Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to 1965.Ó
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I Thursday, February 20, 2014
Spidalieri nets overtime winner
by Fred Groves Essex native Tony Spidalieri had a huge goal for the Leamington Flyers Wednesday night as he netted the overtime winner against LaSalle in a battle for first place. The next night, the veteran winger had a goal and an assist in a 6-3 win over Strathroy. • Congratulations this week goes out to Essex’s Glen Mills as he coached Team Ontario to the championship at the International Football Bowl in Arlington, Texas. • Cottam’s Lydia Congdon of Brock University finished fifth overall in the 55kg class at the OUA wrestling championships. • Still with wrestling, several EDHS grapplers are heading to the SWOSSAA meet to be held Thursday in Sarnia. At last week’s WECSSAA meet, senior Kyle Hill won his fourth gold medal, Marcus Harrison won a silver medal and it was a bronze for David Dupuis. • In boys’ high school hockey action the Red Raiders blanked Leamington 3-0 and were scheduled to face General Amherst in a best-of-three semi-final series. • Junior boys basketball action saw Essex beat Lajeunesse 59-46 in the quarter-finals. Jordan Morgan had 20 points and Brad Kwaitkowski netted 15. The Red Raiders came up short 51-43 in the semis to Sandwich. • It was a big day in the pool for EDHS swimmer Ursula Fawdry as she won the 50m breast stroke and was second in the freestyle at the WECSSAA meet. Noel Devaeru had a strong finish for second in the 50 m freestyle open and Tristan Gumiela was third in the 50m breast stroke. • After missing a couple of games, Essex native Matt Puempel had a goal as the Binghampton Senators blanked Worchester 8-0 on Saturday.
EDHS senior Chris Drouillard controls the ball in the WECSSAA championship game Sunday night.
• Emily McCloskey had four kills, five digs and seven points for the University of Windsor womenÕ s volleyball team on the weekend. The Lancers fell in OUA playoff action to McMaster 3-1. • In other volleyball news, the EDHS senior girls team advanced to the WECSSAA finals against General Amherst after they beat Cardinal Carter in the semis. The juniors took on Brennan in the championship after eliminating L’Essor. If you have anything for the sports roundup, contact Fred Groves at grover45@hotmail.ca
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Red Raiders win WECSSAA off the environment. We were fortunate to make some shots early,Ó said Harrison. It was the end of a big week on the court for the Red Raiders as they beat Belle River 63-38 on Tuesday in the quarterfinals and advanced to play Kingsville following a 57-39 win over Brennan in the semis. The Red Raiders took on the Assumption Purple Raiders on
Wednesday in the Ô AAÕ challenge game with the winner advancing to the SWOSSAA final. NOTHING BUT NETÉ Assistant coaches for Essex, John Garinger, Randy Chedour and Joe Amicarelli were part of all the basketball teams this year...Classy move by the Red Raiders to have a long bench and bring some of the juniors up who got into the final game at the WFCU.
Pictured are the WECSSAA champions, the Essex Red Raiders.
by Fred Groves It might have been the battle of the undefeated, but it didnÕ t take long to determine the outcome of the WECSSAA Tier 2 senior boys basketball championship. Sunday night at the WFCU Bowl in Windsor, the Essex Red Raiders shocked the Kingsville Cavaliers, 64-24. Both teams came into the game with unblemished 9-0 records. Ò I was shocked. We came out pretty strong,Ó said Essex guard Nick Veigli. From the tip-off, which was won by Red RaidersÕ
centre Nick Drouillard, it was all Essex as they led 21-4 after eight minutes. Veigli, who led the winners with 18 points, including four three-pointers, hit with two seconds left in the quarter. Veigli who has been the spark plug of the Red Raiders throughout the season, dished a beauty of a pass to big Kellan Pearson to give Essex a huge 38-16 lead at the half. Ò He is outstanding. He lives, eats and sleeps basketball,Ó said Essex coach Dave Harrison of Veigli.
While EssexÕ s defence was the difference in this one, their overall game was evident as Drouillard not only won the tipoff over a taller player, he blocked a shot and gobbled up a rebound all in the first minute of play. Harrison admitted after the game that he was a little bit surprised at the outcome of the championship game, especially since both teams were 9-0 during the regular season. Ò We knew they had a lot of strengths and that a
couple of guys could hurt us,Ó he said. The Cavaliers trailed 38-16 at the break and it was the strong shooting of guard Nate Bunney that generated some offence as he had 16 points. Essex had a dominating presence under the boards with Jeremy Orton, Pearson and Drouillard controlling the rebounds. Pearson hauled down eight of those. Ò I think our intensity was through the roof. Our guys fed off the crowd,
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I Thursday, February 20, 2014
73’s take on Sharks in second round who led the 73Õ s with nine points against Dresden. Rookie Dallas Pereira and defenceman Tyler Raymont each had six
points. “I have been working hard and trying to get better. It’s paying off which is good,” said
DeLaet. He and Matthew Hebert have also been doing a great job killing penalties.
ESSEX ‘CANADA’S PAINT EXPERTS’ ON STAFF UY
The Essex 73’s at practice, preparing for their showdown with the Wheatley Sharks.
season series but style wise, weÕ ve been very competitive,Ó said Essex coach Gil Langlois prior to SundayÕ s practice. Wheatley (22-16-1-1) knocked off Alvinston in the first round of the post season in six games while Essex (34-3-1-2) swept the Dresden Kings in four straight. Ò We canÕ t take some of the penalties we took against Dresden, against Wheatley or it’s going to be a long night,” said Langlois. During the regular season meeting between Essex and Wheatley, the Sharks won one of them in the shootout and the other,
3-2, in regulation while the 73Õ s came out on top, 2-1, 6-2 and the 3-2 finale. “The games we played them, their goaltending was strong and they engage their defence well off the rush,” said Langlois. Against the Kings, Essex was bit hard with the injury bug including defencemen Brett Clarke and Aaron Thibert who were expected to play in the series opener against the Sharks. While the league’s leading scorer, captain Corey Beaulieu will be counted on to put up some points, it was veteran forward Colin DeLaet
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by Fred Groves When the Essex 73Õ s and the Wheatley Sharks last met, it was, to say the least, pandemonium. In the final regular season game for the 73’s, there was 134 minutes in penalties, a line brawl and several suspensions - four games for Essex netminder Darien Ekblad and a pair for Wheatley goalie Conner MacKinnon. This week the two clubs faced off in the best-of-seven Great Lakes Junior Ô CÕ Hockey League semi-finals. They also met last year in the championship, with Essex taking home the title. Ò WeÕ ve won the
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