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A LOOK INSIDE E.D.H.S. Graduation PAGE 3 _______________ Harrow Streetscape Improvements PAGE 7 _______________ Essex United Church Hosts Canada Day Celebration PAGE 9 _______________ Essex Public School Graduation PAGES 11 _______________ Youth Build Birch Bark Canoes PAGE 19 ________________ Colchester Beach More Accessible PAGE 20 _______________
by Sylene Argent Highbury Canco CEO and co-owner Sam Diab was planning a company barbeque for Canada Day, to not only recognize the nation’s 151st birthday, but to also celebrate the company’s fourth anniversary. It was a pleasant surprise to the local business man to get a call informing him Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wanted to pay a visit to the local food processing facility on Canada Day, which grew the event from a simple luncheon to a block party with live music
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that shut down a portion of Erie Street, in Leamington. Hundreds of individuals gathered before the large staircase leading up to the Highbury facility to hear Diab and Trudeau speak about a tour of the facility the Prime Minister took earlier that morning. “Over the past four years, so many of you have put your heart and soul into this company and its success,” Diab said to the crowd, thanking the Highbury team. Having met the Prime Minister that morning, Diab said, “I can tell you this: everything you
see and hear is spot on.” He said the energy and enthusiasm, the sincerity seen in that hour or so, that is the type of personality wanted in a leader. Trudeau said it was an incredible pleasure to celebrate Canada Day in Leamington. Yes, he said, there was a big celebration in Ottawa, which he broadcasted to from Leamington with the crowd cheering in the background, but he was happy to visit Leamington and make a few other Canadian stops that day instead. He thanked everyone for wearing their red and white and for stepping up as they do on Canada Day with family and friends. “But, also thank you for all the work you do, all the focus we have, and the way Canadians consistently stand up for each other. The way we are there for our neighbours. This is who we are. We are there for each other in times of difficulty. In times of opportunity. We lean on each other and we stand strong and that’s what we do from coast-to-coast-tocoast. So, thank you for that. “There is so much to be proud of as a country, but the thing we always
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Prime Minister kicks off Canada Day in tomato capital... have to be most proud of is Canadians ourselves. The way we step up, the way we lean on each other, the way we are creative and optimistic about the future; the way we look at challenges as opportunities to grow, to build, to be there for each other. That’s the message we are celebrating on Canada Day.” Trudeau then went through the crowd to greet all those in attendance. The most important thing, Diab said of the tour of Highbury, was getting the Prime Minister to meet the employees. He also wanted to let Trudeau know about the many products manufactured there and that it is an all-year operation. Diab said there were a few topics of conversation talked about with the Prime Minister, one of which was the trade environment. “We certainly made it clear we support him and the actions he is taking, but that we really need closure. We need to move forward,” he said with either the “free trade agreement and the environment we enjoyed for a long time,” or work on the next steps. “I think we’ll survive in either environment.” What is difficult is that, “We are in between right now.” Diab said he understands it is a tough situation as far as trade uncertainty is concerned. He believes the best outcome would be open and free trade, “As we have had and as we have enjoyed for a long time.” Trudeau, he said, was very sincere and very interested in what they had to say. Steel tariffs on products going into the US will affect its can and lid prices as they will be more expensive, he suspected. Longer term, time will tell, he said, noting
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Highbury exports a lot of products into the States, and a lot of raw materials that go into products are brought in from the US. “This facility was build on a cross-border situation. It was built for open and free trade. It also has survived many, many decades in more of a kind of a closed-border, protectionist environment as well. So, I think time will tell…We will figure it out.” Over the past four years, Highbury has doubled in size, Diab said, noting there are around 550 employees and will likely grow to 600 full time employees by the fall. “I think the culture of our facility and our company is very entrepreneurial,” he said of the company’s success. A lot of the success is also due to the attitude of the employees, he added. Diab said he was surprised the Prime Minister wanted to spend Canada Day at the facility, but “If the interest was in coming out to see a successful food manufacturing facility, I’m not surprised he chose us. Our company has done really well and our people are accountable for that, they have done a great job.”
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Being basically fishfly free I was out in Colchester recently when it dawned on me. We are overlooking a huge tourism marketing point for Essex Centre. Yes, there are quite a few reasons we can urge individuals and families from out-of-town to visit Essex Centre, while they are enjoying everything the County has to offer. We have our Essex Memorial Spitfire, the Heritage Gardens Park, the historic Essex Railway Station, Sadler’s Nature Park and Pond, our murals, our cenotaph, our new splash pad and pavilion, and unique shops; but there’s something else we haven’t tapped into… We barely get any fishflies. Oh, glorious Essex Centre, virtually free from the winged critters clinging to cars, windows, and anywhere there is a light source at night. Welcome to Essex Centre, the hub of the County were historical
monuments are abundant and fishflies are not. Who wouldn’t want to spend the day free from the sound of popping bubble wrap that comes with every step taken outdoors during fishfly season, as those little critters cover sidewalks and walkways? Sure, areas with water can attract those tourists to beaches when the fishflies are dormant, but, let’s face it, those beautiful shorelines are a little less enjoyable when that fishfly smell is prominent in the air and you have to spend half the day picking them off your person while you are enjoying a water sport, sunbathing, or attempting to eat. I grew up in Lakeshore, not too far from the water. I remember going through fishfly season. I remember the house getting a good hosedown to remove those fluttering guests. Now, when I visit another community closer to the water, I have
to remind myself not to park next to a streetlamp if I’m going to be out past dark, because we all know how big that pile of dead fishflies can get underneath that light source. We are spoiled here! Don’t get me wrong, I don’t hate fishflies. I know the more we get, it means the water is cleaner, which is great. They are an important part of our eco-structure and every life, albeit a bug, is precious, right? It’s not a fishfly’s fault it was born a fishfly, after all. I just think it is a bonus we don’t get many of them here. So, there we go, friends. We have something many other communities do not, a very mild fishfly season.
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Commentary... by Shelley Beaudoin Oh, election time We just came through a provincial election and another election is on the horizon, the 2018 Municipal Election for the Town of Essex. On October 22, 2018, the residents of the Town of Essex will cast their votes for the men and women they believe are best suited for the positions on our town council, which will guide the direction of development of our community over the next four years. Working in the business of local news for over 30 years, in the Town of Essex, I have been through a few municipal election campaigns. I have heard the concerns of citizens, the concerns of those thinking of running, and the back room “gossip” behind each one. Perhaps I have heard too much, at times, but I have always exercised discretion with any information received. Here we are, another opportunity to decide to whom, among the candidates running, we want to give the power of the town’s future. Here we are, as well, with an opportunity to run for office ourselves, or champion behind someone who has not came forward, who would be ideal for the position. Over the years, I have seen some great opportunities missed, in my opinion, to discourage and not elect individuals who, I believed, would have been ideal to sit in the position(s) on town council. Some of those missed opportunities have infuriated me to a point of questioning the mentality of the community as a whole (and my own), when it came to voting for progressive change. I grew up in a small town. I know the politics of one. It seems to me this community is one of the last to embrace the fear of change that many others have been brave enough to let go of. I believe that change can be attributed to the residents, who left their comfort zone and have casted votes for people who could do the job, rather than casting a vote of
loyalty, tradition, or comfort. There is a growing list for the upcoming election in the Town of Essex, of people willing to take on a position of power. The next question for me, as I read over the list, is why is that person doing so? And, I intend to understand that before I mark my ballot. Is that person truly interested in the growth of the community or do they have another agenda? Is it an easy income or to protect an investment of interest? Are they running because they want to better the community for all residents, regardless of the ward? Whatever the intention, I must understand it before I can cast my vote. I hope you all take the time to learn more about the people you have to choose from when casting your vote this October. This election will shape the next four years of our community and while some progress is being made, there is so much more to be done. As of July 3, 2018, the following nomination papers have been filed: Mayor: Rob Shepley and Larry Snively Deputy Mayor: Richard Meloche Ward 1: Tom Holland, Phil Pocock, and Fred Groves Ward 2: Kim Verbeek and Mark Williams Ward 3: Steve Bjorkman, Paul Innes, and Chris Vander Doelen Ward 4: Sherry Bondy July 27, 2018 is Nomination Day. If you plan on filing to run for election, you must do so by 2:00 pm. This is also the deadline for any candidate, who has previously filed, to withdraw his/her nomination. The nominations will be certified, and any acclamations will be made, by 4:00pm on July 30, 2018. Anyone interested in finding out more information on the election, can visit the town website: www.essex.ca. - Shelley Beaudoin Essex Taxpayer
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OFA looking forward to meeting with newly named provincial ministers submitted to EFP With the announcement of Doug Ford’s new provincial cabinet last week, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is anxious to get down to work with all new ministers who will interface with and have an impact on Ontario’s agriculture industry. “We’re pleased
with Ford’s choice of Ernie Hardeman for the minister responsible for agriculture, food and rural affairs for Ontario,” says Keith Currie, OFA president. Long-time MPP, agriculture minister under the Harris government and a recent agriculture critic, Hardeman comes to the job with plenty of experience.
“And we look forward to working with the all other ministries that affect the agricultural industry, including Environment and Climate Change; Infrastructure, Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade; Municipal Affairs and Housing; Health and Long-Term Care; and Transportation.”
OFA is the leading provincial advocate for the agri-food industry, and its lobbying efforts, on behalf of its 38,000 farm members, on an effective working relationship with most provincial ministries. “One of our key roles is to ensure that the governments regulations and policies that impact agriculture are
Health Unit issues extended heat warning submitted to EFP Based on information from Environment Canada, Dr. Wajid Ahmed, Windsor- Essex County Health Unit’s Acting Medical Officer of Health issued an Extended Heat Warning last Thursday, June 28. The Extended Heat Warning continues to be in effect until further notice. Everyone is at risk from heat, especially older adults, infants, and young children, people who work or exercise in the heat and those with certain medical conditions. Warning signs of heat-related illness include dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, weakness and confusion. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention. Check on friends, family, and neighbours frequently during heat events, and even after the weather cools off, as they may still feel the effects of the heat. Heat-related illnesses are preventable! You can prevent a heat illness by following these tips to stay cool: • Monitor local weather forecasts and warnings regularly
– Stay up to date by visiting staycoolwindsor-essex.com or by following the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit on Facebook or Twitter • Drink plenty of water • Wear a wide-brimmed hat and lightweight, loosefitting clothing • Take a cool bath or shower • Limit outdoor activities to the coolest part of the day • Do not leave children, adults, or pets in parked cars • Arrange for regular visits by family members, neighbours or friends during very hot days in case you need assistance • If you have an air conditioner, make sure it works properly before the hot weather starts. Otherwise, find an air-conditioned spot close by, where you can cool off for a few hours during very hot days (e.g., local pool, library, recreational centre, mall). Call 211 for available options • Learn about ways to keep your home cool during the summer (e.g., keep window shades or drapes drawn and blinds closed on the sunny side of your home). For more information, please visit staycoolwindsoressex.com and follow Windsor-Essex County Health Unit on Twitter and Facebook.
considered from all angles, and well thought out about the impact on our agri-food sector,” says Currie. “OFA takes every opportunity to engage with politicians to talk about how vital our sector is to the province’s GDP and jobs.” OFA’s outreach with Ontario’s 124 MPPs will be a continuation of the key messages presented through its Producing Prosperity in Ontario campaign. “We are ready to go with in-the-field events and Queen’s Park briefings to reinforce the needs of our sector – from energy to infrastructure to ensuring a reliable, affordable and safe food
system for all Ontarians.” The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is the largest general farm organization in Ontario, representing 37,000 farm families across the province. As a dynamic farmer-led organization based in Guelph, the OFA works to represent and champion the interests of Ontario farmers through government relations, farm policy recommendations, research, lobby efforts, community representation, media relations and more. OFA is the leading advocate for Ontario’s farmers and is Ontario’s voice of the farmer.
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Naturalized Habitat Network remaining funds support horticultural club by Sylene Argent During the Essex & District Horticultural Society’s June meeting, last Wednesday evening, Naturalized Habitat Network’s Program Coordinator, Dan Bissonnette, presented the club with a $425 donation, the organization’s remaining funds. After 15 years of serving the residents of Essex County and Windsor, the Board of Directors of the Naturalized Habitat Network decided to close
the organization down in 2017, Bissonnette explained. The not-for-profit group provided educational courses, tours, and consultation regarding native plants and other aspects of naturalized landscaping. The last 18 months have been spent winding down the organization, which was both an incorporated not-for-profit organization and a registered charity. Bissonnette, who has had mixed feelings during
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the winding-down period, was the organization’s only employee. He will continue to independently provide seminars and workshops for other organizations. He will also consult on landscaping and restoration projects. “Although this job had its share of challenges, it was an amazing experience,” Bissonnette stated. He said being the Program Coordinator for the organization allowed him to author three books and educate others through workshops or lectures. He also had the opportunity to speak at events as far as Kentucky and Toronto. “I am going to miss it; I already do,” he said. As part of the winding down process, the remaining funds had to be redistributed. After some discussion among the Board of Directors, it was decided the remaining funds of the Naturalized Habitat Network would be forwarded to the Essex & District Horticultural Society.
On behalf of the Essex & District Horticultural Society, Lynn Imeson, Secretary, received a donation from the Naturalized Habitat Network’s Dan Bissonnette last Wednesday evening.
Bissonnette wanted the remaining funds to go to the local gardening club as it was always supportive, which he thanked the members for. The two organizations have a history of working together. Bissonnette’s first public presentation with the Naturalized Habitat Network, outside of Point Pelee, was at an Essex & District Horticultural Society
meeting in 2001. The donation of the remaining funds marked the last presentation Bissonnette made through the Naturalized Habitat Network. He asked that the funds be used in a way that would reflect the work the Naturalized Habitat Network did. “Choosing the Society as the recipient for our remaining funds made the most sense. Since our post office box and bank account were in Essex, we regarded them as our neighbours. Even more
importantly, they always supported our work in many different ways. This donation is our way of paying it forward to them and the residents of Essex.” Lynn Imeson, Secretary of the Essex & District Horticultural Society, accepted the cheque on behalf of the club. She said many of the club’s members have had the pleasure to learn from Bissonnette over the past 15 years. “He put his heart and soul into it,” she said.
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Public input provided for Harrow streetscape improvements
by Adam Gault The Town of Essex hosted a public meeting at the Harrow & Colchester South Community Centre last Thursday evening to explore options and gather public feedback regarding upcoming streetscape improvement plans for Harrow Centre. As well as providing an opportunity to gauge input and gather ideas from members of the local community, the event also featured a presentation
from third party consulting firm, Stempski Kelly Associates. The landscape, architecture, and planning firm has worked with the Town in the past, most recently when Essex Centre underwent its own streetscape improvement plan a few years ago. Essex’s Economic Development Officer, Nelson Silveira, said the consultants would be able to help explain to the public what the future of the Harrow downtown could
look like, and what core features could be improved as part of the project. “When we look at the downtown, we look at sidewalks, different types of furniture, trash receptacles, what kind of theme we should give to the downtown. It goes over the whole streetscape plan, and in the future, it gives us costs in terms of what we can do moving forward in terms of capital,” Silveira said. Presently, the Town of Essex has no concrete timeline surrounding implementation of the project, Silveira said. “We want to hear what the public has to say. Nobody knows Harrow Centre and the town more than the residents and business owners here,” Silveira said. “We’re here to listen to what they have to say. That’s really going to form this streetscape plan that we’re going to use in the next several years to implement [improvements].” Stempski Kelly Associates architectural consultants, Sean Kelly and Amy Pervis, then provided a presentation on how to highlight Harrow’s
aesthetics, and ways the Town could implement improvements. In the presentation, Kelly spoke of several
planning components, issues, and challenges, that affect Harrow’s urban layout. These included the development of a
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OPP constables’ Distracted Driving campaign earns recognition
MP Tracey Ramsey (second from right) recognized OPP Staff Sergeant Brad Sakalo, Constable Jacqueline Winand-Bacon, and Constable Karen Sinnaeve for having recently received the Police Partnership Award from the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators for introducing a distracted driving campaign that solicited input from high school students.
by Sylene Argent Essex MP Tracey Ramsey recognized OPP Community Policing Constables Karen Sinnaeve, of Tecumseh, and Jacqueline WinandBacon, of Lakeshore, on earning the Police Partnership Award from the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators for introducing a distracted driving campaign, utilizing
youth talents. Constables Sinnaeve and Winand-Bacon were challenged to come up with public education ideas for 2017. And knowing texting while driving is still a leading cause of collisions, the Community Distracted Driving Campaign commenced in 2017. The distracted driving campaign challenged the
grade 11 and 12 students from the high schools within Tecumseh and Lakeshore, in three ways. The students created a stop texting slogan and sign. The winning designs were made signs that could be displayed on vehicles. The media arts students created radio public announcements, with the winners receiving air time as far away as Quebec.
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An education day was further held to further emphasize the dangers of distracted driving. During the education day, students were challenged to drive a golf cart while texting or while wearing the drunksimulating googles. The students also saw recreated collisions and mock arrests. Ramsey congratulated the OPP constables on receiving the Police Partnership Award from the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators. Sinnaeve explained when challenged to create the campaign, they thought back to when the seatbelt laws were first implemented. Young individuals were taught to buckle up when they got
into a vehicle, so it became common practice for them when they became old enough to drive. Those young persons encouraged family members to strap themselves in as well. Keeping that in mind, the duo approached a few high schools in Tecumseh and Lakeshore to challenge the students to take ownership of the program. The thought was, if the students get involved with spreading the message, or learn the message from someone their age, they would be more likely to leave the phone alone while behind the wheel. “We wanted to give them the opportunity to have a voice. Let them promote the information themselves,” Sinnaeve said, adding they wanted
the campaign to be unique. “The kids are so creative,” Winand-Bacon said. “They did a great job. If we could change the attitude of kids, we could influence their parents.” A message they wanted to send along is that there is no such thing as a small distraction. Fortunately, the Optimist Club of St. Clair Beach provided funding for the program. Staff Sergeant Brad Sakalo said partnerships and community support were key to making the project a success. Currently, the minimum fine for being caught driving distracted is $490 with three demerits, he said.
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the town referencing its past in maintaining its history. “Streets are actually the most vital part of a community’s identity,” Kelly explained. It’s where everyone travels. It’s really important for us to understand the public space system of a community.” After the presentation, members of the public in attendance were divided into groups, where they were to complete activities relating to the nature of Harrow’s identity, and ways Harrow could better position itself as a thriving community. In their compiled efforts, members of
the community would like to highlight Harrow as a seasonal destination, with its wineries and proximity to the lake. There was also a desire to encourage street festivals with road closures, senior living, and enhance the area’s rustic and lively appeal. Stempski Kelly Associates will consider how some of the feedback and findings can be incorporated with the data and findings to be presented at a follow-up open house and presentation to be determined at a later date.
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Essex United invites community to celebrate Canada Day
by Garrett Fodor As Canadians across the country celebrate the nation’s 151st birthday, a local celebration took place at Essex United Church. On Sunday, Essex United Church hosted its fourth annual Canada Day festivities. The event was
geared to welcome all ages and was free to everyone who wanted to enjoy the event. The sticky, hot weather did not seem to deter people from coming out to celebrate, which was a relief to the members of the parish who worked
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hard to offer the event to the community. Essex United Church’s Reverend Jim Hatt said the event has had a steady crowd throughout the years. “This is our fourth time doing the event, and I think this time around, we have a few more people out,” Hatt said. “The church is doing this for the community.” He thanked everyone for coming out and enjoying
the festivities. The activities began at 6:30, with free food and drinks, live music from local rock cover band “Bear Patrol,” inflatable castles, face painting, and lawn games. The event concluded later in the evening with a fireworks spectacle, which began shortly after 9:30. Hatt said he and members of the parish enjoy putting on this event, which offers some fun for everyone in the community. The Canada Day celebration winds down Essex United’s busy event calendar after hosting four recent major events. Before that busy pace once again picks up in September, Essex United will offer a free vocational Bible school for ages 5-12 from August 13 to 17. Contact the church for more information.
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With the threat of rain looming, Southwest Sound plays under the pavilion during Tune Up the Parks on June 27.
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the Kingsville-based group, Southwest Sound, and hear the unique catalogue of classic rock and country favourites. Neil Quiring plays lead guitar in what is usually a six-piece band of brothers and friends. The band’s setlist runs the gamut from Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings, to The Eagles and Bob Seger, and everything in between. “We’ve all been moreor-less blue-collar workers. A couple of guys work at Ford Motor Company, I had a manufacturing business. We got together 15 years ago basically as a basement band, and for the most part [we] still are,” Quiring explained of the genesis of the group. “Since the different towns have started these concert series, it gives us an opportunity to get out and play for people.”
Although mainly a cover band, members of Southwest Sound have written and recorded several original songs, along with a collection of their favourite covers a few years ago. “We had played together for 40 years and [had] never done any recording. We finally decided, ‘we’re getting older, we better do it now or never,’” Quiring said. Highlighting the importance of local towns promoting their own musicians and artists, Quiring explained that events like Tune Up the Parks are incredible venues for local talents to ensure they have a medium for expressing their craft, and with that, an opportunity to showcase their talent to the local community. “Be it musicians,
painters, etcetera, a town needs to promote them. So, this here is a great venue for promoting the local artists,” Quiring said. “In Essex County, it’s amazing how many singer/songwriters and artists we have. It’s all of our passion. We love performing, we love singing, we love playing.” Tune Up the Parks, which the Town’s Arts, Culture, and Tourism Committee presents, is held every Monday at Colchester Park and every Wednesday at the Spitfire Memorial from now until September 5. A full concert schedule can be found at essex.ca More information on Southwest Sound and its Kingsville area open studio sessions for all musicians can be found at quantumsoundproductions. ca
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EPS students transition into high school memories and talk about the bright future EPS students have ahead of them. “In JK, we used to have naptime, but none of us would actually sleep. It was more like a punishment,” Sutton recalled with a laugh. “In grade three, we learned cursive. It was also the first year for track-and-field for
us, we all had candy we all bought and during the track meet, everyone got sick from eating so much candy.” Sutton also described the difficult math she and her fellow classmates had to learn this year, in order to earn that elementary school diploma. The two valedictorians are slated to started their
grade nine year at Essex District High School in the fall, and they are both excited for the transition. Jubenville said he is not nervous to make the move, while Sutton said she is excited to meet new people and make new friends. “I’m going to miss the teachers the most,”
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Saturday, July 21st by Sylene Argent The staff at Essex Public School said goodbye to another talented group of students last Tuesday evening as the graduates of 2018 individually walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. The next big step in these students’ lives will
be one that will have it challenges and rewards, as the students figure out who they are as individuals as they grow into young adults. Through an essay contest, Essex Public School selected Jack Jubenville and Samantha Sutton to represent the
two graduating grade eight classes as valedictorians. Those interested in taking on the role of delivering the valedictory address submitted an essay to teachers, outlining why they should be selected for the important position. Jubenville and Sutton took to the stage to share
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Jubenville said of graduating. “They are always there for us to talk to.” Sutton agreed the teachers at EPS are outstanding. “They made the classroom entertaining.” She added the school’s coaches were also very helpful. Tammy Meloche, EPS’s Principal, forwarded words of advice to the gradating class that she hoped would help them as they move forward. “My wish for them is that they feel limitless,” she said, adding being limitless includes learning how to relieve stress. She offered the students advice on ways they could do that, such as going for a walk or listening to music. Being limitless also includes building resilience, she said, using Stephen King as an example. He was rejected by many publishers before his career was launched and in now a well-known author. It also means taking the time to create some happiness. She urged the students to put aside five minutes a week to write down those things for which they are grateful. That acknowledgment helps create happiness. “Enjoy your journey, don’t just race to the finish line,” Meloche said to the students referring to their secondary school careers ahead of them. EPS staff members also acknowledge some of the outstanding students with awards for academic, athletic, or individual achievements.
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Every year, Meloche has had the privilege to present the Leadership Award. “There were a lot of choices. I could have given many more than the one I gave,” she said. “There are a lot of leaders [in the grade eight classes]. It was a tough choice.” She added there is a pretty solid criteria to earn the awards. She found the awards were earned throughout a cross-section of the grading class this year. The class of 2018 will be the last group from Essex Public School Meloche will help usher into the future. She will move on to be the Principal at Queen Victoria Public School in Windsor this fall. Last Thursday, a special assembly was held to show gratitude to the school’s Principal. “The students
and staff were wonderful to me. I’m lucky to have been here for seven years. It was a wonderful send off. I’m definitely going to miss being a Phoenix,” Meloche said. During her tenure at EPS, Meloche was most impressed with the work done with the students regarding the
growth mindset, which is something not necessarily easy to come by these days. A growth mindset is something that has to be developed. “Only through perseverance and resilience do we succeed. Every child in this school understands what a growth mind-set is.”
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By Invitation to Tender, Due by 4 PM, Tuesday July 24, 2018 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Part East ½ Lot 6, Concession 6 Sandwich East as In R1294901, S/T R179340, Town of Tecumseh, County of Essex, Province of Ontario. Approx. 1981 feet frontage on Walker Road, starting approx. 327 FEET South of South Talbot Road.
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The Town of Kingsville intends to control Noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: ROAD FROM TO Road 2 County Road 23 County Road 45 Road 3 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 5 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 6 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 7 North Talbot Road County Road 31 Road 8 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 9 County Road 23 Highway #3 Road 10 North Talbot Road County Road 31 Road 11 North Talbot Road County Road 31 Marsh Road County Road 27 County Road 34 North Talbot Road County Road 8 Road 7 McCain Sideroad Hemlock Street County Road 27 South Talbot Road Malden Road County Road 18 Malden Road County Road 23 County Road 34 Cameron Sideroad Highway #3 County Road 8 Olinda Sideroad County Road 34 Road 7 Graham Sideroad Seacliff Drive County Road 8 Inman Sideroad Highway #3 Road 6 Upcott Sideroad South Talbot Road County Road 34 Using a combination of the following pesticides: Clearview Herbicide Reg. #29752, containing the active ingredients Aminopyralid (present as potassium salt) and Metsulfuron-Methyl, Escort Herbicide 60% Dry Flowable Reg. #23005, containing the active ingredient MetsulfruronMethyl, Overdrive Herbicide Reg. #30065, containing the active ingredients Diflufenzopyr (present as sodium salt) and Dicamba (present as sodium salt), and Turboprop Emulsifiable Concentrate Reg. #27967, containing the active ingredient Dichlorprop (present as 2-ethylhexyl ester) and 2,4-D (present as 2-ethylhexyl ester) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada). Hasten NT Spray Adjuvant, which contains active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (esterified vegetable oil). PCP Registration Number 28277 under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada). Commencing on June 11, 2018 weather permitting, and ending September 28, 2018.
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Cultivated Land is in a sharecrop agreement, currently or soon to be planted for 2018 crop, 22 acres Wheat and 75 acres Soybeans. The 2018 crop is owned by the Sharecroppers. FARMHOUSE – 1953, 2016 sq. ft Brick Ranch, renovated in 1975 and 2011. Currently owner occupied. Owner would consider Leaseback of Farmhouse. POLE BARN – 1973, 3456 sq. ft Pole Barn (72 x 48), painted in 2016. LAND IMPROVEMENTS Brookston Clay Loam Soil, tiled in 1990, drains west to the headwater of the O’Neill Drain, dredged in 2015.
TERMS OF TENDER; 1) Each tender shall be in writing, in a sealed envelope, plainly marked as to the contents and submitted with a certified Check payable to D’hondt & Connor – In Trust, in the amount of $10,000. All tenders shall be received by 5:00 p.m. at the office of the Vendor’s solicitor, 260-2109 Ottawa Street, Windsor, Ontario N8Y 1R8. 2) Balance of purchase price shall be paid by certified cheque / Bank Draft on or closing. The closing date shall be no sooner than September 28, 2018. 3) Submitter of accepted / considered tender, if any, will be contacted by July 30th, 2018 4) 2018 taxes, including local improvement charges, will be adjusted at closing. Proceeds from sharecropping shall not be adjusted and shall be payable to the Vendor. 5) HST shall be in addition to the purchase price. 6) Highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. 7) Time is to be of the essence in all aspects, including submission of tender, signing of agreement and closing of sale. 8) Farmhouse / Pole Barn viewing by Appointment only. Please do not contact owner directly with any questions. All data, measurements and calculations of area, have not necessarily been verified and should be independently reviewed by purchaser for accuracy.
SEALED TENDERS / APPOINTMENTS / QUESTIONS / INQUIRIES will be addressed by; David Connor D’hondt & Connor, Barristers & Solicitors 2109 Ottawa St., Suite 260, Windsor, ON, N8Y 1R8 Phone 519-258-8220
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Shirley Amelia Brown (Stuart) February 5, 1933 - July 9, 2013 It is sad to walk the road alone, instead of side-by-side, but to all there comes a moment when the way of life divides. You gave me years of happiness, then came sorrow and tears, but you left me beautiful memories, I treasure through the years. Alone but not quite alone, I face an empty chair, but sometimes in silence, I imagine you are there. My companion for so many years, no longer here with me, and yet in some mysterious way, you keep me in your company. I’d like to think when life is done, wherever Heaven may be, you’ll be standing at the door, up there to welcome me.
Love you forever & ever and always, Dear Heart... ~ Norm xoxo ~
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Memorial verses available What’s Going On... JULY 5-8 - ESSEX FUN FEST - Check out more info at www.essexfunfest.com. JULY 68 AMHERTBURG RIBFEST -For more info: www.amherstburgrotary.com JULY 7 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - Annual flower show, plant, & bake sale at Essex united church. From 12 - 4PM. JULY 7 - Ontario Purple Martin Association’s first annual MARTINFEST 10a.m. 3p.m. RAIN OR SHINE. At Colchester Harbour Park, 100 Jackson Street, Colchester. Free admission. Food Bank donation welcomed. For info, call Paul: 519-738-3476. JULY 14 - MONTHLY MARKET - St Paul’s Anglican Church (92 ST Paul Street, Essex) 10am til 2pm. For more details or table rentals, call: 519-980-4942. JULY 17 PICKIN’ IN THE PARK presented by EKBOTFMA - At Lakeshore Optomist park, Belle River at 6:30 - 9:00pm. Canned-goods for donation appreciated. AUGUST 17 VICTORIA WELLNESS CENTRE BBQ It is held in the parking lot at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, from 4pm - 7pm. Fun planned for the whole family. For more information: 519-776-4231. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings on the last Wednesday of every month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens @ 6:30 p.m. All welcome. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.
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August. Please check the calendar on the website, or phone ahead before stopping in. Our next Market will take place on Saturday, July 14th from 10am til 2pm. Call: 519-980-4942, for more details or table rentals. Please note that our Summer Worship Schedule began on Sunday, July 1st with a Joint Service at 10am at St. Paul’s. In August, the services will move to Trinity Cottam at 9:15am. Communion Service at Iler Lodge is on Thursday, July 19 at 10:30am. The Thank You Bank contributions for July will go to our Clothing Cupboard. Please visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.
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Join us on Sundays at 10:30am, in our air-conditioned sanctuary for Family Worship. Major Jeanne Swan, who is a member of our church family, will lead the service on Sunday, July 8th and all are welcome to attend. Sincere thanks to the ladies who provide delicious baked goods to enjoy with a beverage, as we have a brief time of fellowship after our services. Looking for a little break during a hot summer day? Drop in between 10am and noon on Tuesdays to our SA Cafe at the church. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy fellowship, coffee and cookies, as well as activities! There is no organized program or lunch, just a chance to spend time with friends.
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Sunday Worship Services will be held in our newly renovated Youth Room during the month of July. As part of the Fun Fest, we will join in the 8:30am Church service at Sadler’s Pond on July 8th. There will be no service at the church. On Tuesday, July 3, 8:00am, the monthly Men’s Breakfast meets at Spoonz. Talk and Share will take place on Thursday, July 5. Everyone is welcome! For the month of July, food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank.
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In August, we will be back at Trinity at our regular time of 9:15AM. Thank you bank contributions for the months of July and August will be given to the Clothing Cupboard at St. Paul’s. Have a safe summer and we would love to see you in August in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome back on August 5th., at 9:15am, as we have our outdoor service. Bring your lawn chair!
Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for Sunday Service at 10 am. Please pray for our friends on our Prayer List. Summer office hours for July and August. The office will be open on Thursdays, however, it is best to phone ahead before coming. The Book Sale will continue for July. The books are located in the hall. A goodwill donation to the library fund is asked and appreciated. A Woodslee Congregational Meeting will be held July 8, following the service. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson
Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer
This Canada Day, we have had so much to thank God for. This Sunday, July 8, there is breakfast after each mass. Proceeds to NET Ministry. LifeNight is on Sunday, July 15, until 9:45pm, following Mass at 6pm. The bus leaves after mass for ‘Archery Mayhem.’ There is a fee and a liability form, so please contact the office for information. Tickets for Fr. Fernando Suarez’s Healing Mass will be available after masses over the next two weekends. The Healing Mass is on Tuesday, July 24 at 7pm. FREE! There are no reserved tickets or seating, so it is a first-come-first-serve basis. Tickets are available from the office after July 9th. ‘Drive of your Life’ is on Sunday, July 29th. Contact the office for information. The parish office is closed on Fridays until August 29. New school supplies and backpacks will be collected in the Gather Space at the designated table during the months of July & August for the Children’s Aid Society. Bible School is from August 13 - 17 for ages 3 to 10 years. Free! Registration forms available soon. The Parish Picnic is on Sunday, August 19 at 12noon. Join us for food, fun, & fellowship. FREE! Please continue to save your Foodbank receipts. Thank you! God bless and have a wonderful week!
Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Linda spoke on Godly confidence. Where is our ability? Where is our confidence? It’s in God! Our Campfire at ACM is on July 11th. Camp Impact, for those completing grades JK-6, meets on August 7-9th. Our Church Picnic is on July 22nd at GessTwood Camp at 11am, following the 10am service. “Heavy Rain,” with Drew Neal is on July 25th at 7pm. Please keep our ministry team in Haiti in your prayers. Healing Rooms at ACM are open on Saturday’s, 9am-noon. Please enter office side of building. For more information, visit our website: www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed.
Our summer services will once again be combined with the Harrow Mennonite Church. During the month of July, services will be held at the Harrow United Church and during August, services will be at the Harrow Mennonite Church. All services will begin at 10:30am. Recently, our newly appointed Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods, videotaped a “Welcome Message” which can be found on our updated website. Please find it and other information about Harrow United Church at www.harrowunited.org.
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Essex Fun Fest Weekend! Come and give our GEMS Girls Club and Cadet Boys Club a huge wave in the Essex Fun Fest parade on Saturday, July 7. They will wave at you! We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00am. Mr. Richard Poortinga, from Ingersoll, ON will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea. Congratulations to all teachers and students who have completed another year! Have a fun and safe summer. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
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Sign up now for the annual St. Mary’s Altar Society’s Golf Tournament on September 23rd at Willow Creek. Registration forms are at the back of the church. The Essex Food Bank is looking for volunteers who would be able to help in their vegetable garden plot. If you are interested, please call 519-800-2340. The parish office will be open for July and August on Tuesday to Thursday. Please keep in your prayers all the people who are sick, shut in, and in Hospice.
Paquette News Summer Hours for the Parish: In July, there will only be one service at 10:00am held at Church of the Redeemer, 15545 Cty. Rd. 8. There will be one service on August & Sept 2 at 10:00am held at St. Stephen’s. All are welcome to join us and be surrounded by fun people who love to worship our Lord and Saviour.
This summer, Rev. Catherine is doing a Sermon Series throughout July and August; Kingdom Under Construction: Battles, lust betrayal, and a throne: things are heating up this summer! Follow the stories of Samuel, David, and Solomon, as God speaks to us about faith, leadership, taking risks, and making mistakes. Coming this fall: Preschool Play Time! Starting in September, every Thursday from 9:30am - 12noon, caregivers & kids are invited to drop-in. There will be toys and crafts, circle time, and healthy snacks. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, see Rev. Catherine, add a name to the list in the foyer, or contact the office. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. The office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am till 1pm.
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Deejay “Muff Martin” celebrates 50 years in business
“Muff ” at Exclusive Sound with his Plum Pearl ’55 Ford Crown Vic.
Legendary deejay “Muff Martin” is well known in these parts for all the golden oldies he cranks out at car shows, cruise nights, and dances. He launched his career in music while still a student at Southwood High School in South Windsor. His first car was a powder blue and white 1954 Nash Metropolitan with a continental kit. But his next car was the one that really cranked him up – a 1955 Meteor Crown Victoria for $300 from Metro Motors on Howard Avenue in Windsor. His business career began in 1968 when he opened “Speed and Custom” at Banwell and Tecumseh, the present-day site of the Tecumseh Service Centre. The business license cost two dollars. At this shop, stock cars were fitted with performance engines and if you wanted to restyle your car, this was the place to go. By the 1970s, “Muff” concentrated more on the installation of custom sound systems in a variety of vehicles. “Muff Martin” now operates Exclusive Sound at 3224 Walker Road in Windsor and the golden oldies blasting from his car interior are remote controlled. From a distance, “Muff” can not only turn it on and off, he can also select whatever song he wants to hear. About twenty-five years ago, “Muff” found another Crown Vic up north and had to trudge through three feet of snow to reach it. It was rough and rusty but he brought it home and transformed it into the super-cool ride it is today. The dazzling finish on the exterior is Plum Pearl, a custom colour created by “Muff” himself. “Muff” will blast out all your favourite tunes from yesteryear at several locations around Essex County this summer. I asked him if he takes requests and he said: “All the time!” I also asked if he has a good supply of songs by Elvis, still the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. He does, including “Hound Dog” and one of my alltime favourites: “Don’t Be Cruel.” I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatioc.ca.
• The Essex County Ravens Football Club senior varsity team ended its regular season of play last Saturday with a 5824 loss to the London Mustangs. This puts the Essex Ravens in third spot on the Varsity West Ontario Provincial Football League standings. The playoffs begin on Saturday, July 7, with the Essex Ravens facing the Hamilton Tiger Cats at Ron Joyce Stadium at McMaster University. • The Calgary Flames re-signed Kingsville native, Dalton Prout, to a one-year contract worth $800,000. The 28-year-old defenceman played for the AHL’s Stockton Heat last season after being acquired by the Flames in December from the New Jersey Devils. He was selected 154th overall in the 2010 NHL draft, by the Columbus
Blue Jackets. Prout has played in 242 career NHL games with the Blue Jackets and Devils. • This day in sports: On July 5: In 1904, the British Isles beat Belgium 5-0 at Wimbledon to win the International Lawn Tennis Challenge (later, Davis Cup). In 1937, New York Yankees outfielder, Joe DiMaggio hit his 20th HR of the season but his first career grand slam in 8-4 win over the Boston Red Sox. At the 1946, British Golf Open, St Andrews: Sam Snead beat Johnny Bulla and Bobby Locke by four strokes. In 1957, Wimbledon, Lew Hoad defended his title over fellow Australian Ashley Cooper for the Men’s
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Tennis championship. In 1968, Wimbledon Women’s Tennis, Billie Jean King beat Judy Tegart 9-7, 7-5. At the 1980, Wimbledon Men’s Tennis, Björn Borg beat John McEnroe for his 5th straight Wimbledon crown. In 1993, Rickey Henderson lead off both games of an Oakland vs Cleveland doubleheader, with home runs. In 2008, at Wimbledon, Venus Williams defended her title when she beat sister ,Serena 7-5. 6-4. If you have any local sports news, scores, or highlights to share, please email: contact@ essexfreepress.com.
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Youth make birch bark canoes in celebration of Indigenous History Month
by Sylene Argent In celebration of June being Indigenous History Month, the Maidstone
out for the summer, the registration list quickly filled with youth who were interested in wanting to spend a morning learning about Indigenous history and using their hands to create a miniature canoe made of birch bark. “It went over well. The kids did a good job,” Victoria Beaulieu said, who is the curator of the Museum. Maidstone Bicentennial Museum’s summer students and new Director of Indigenous Education, Matt Bombardier, did some prep work to ready the birch wood for the craft
Bicentennial Museum hosted a birch bark canoe workshop last Friday morning for area youth
to enjoy. It was also an opportunity from which they could learn. With school officially
project that did more than give local youth something creative to do while on summer vacation, it introduced them to learning about Indigenous culture and history. Bombardier said he learned how to make birch canoes from an elder. “We talked about the origin stories,” he said. “The pattern of the canoe comes from ourselves. The Canoe’s birch bark is our skin,” he said, adding the boat’s ribs are representative of our own, the root lacing is like our tendons, and the thwart our sternum.
“There’s nothing like a birch canoe,” Bombardier said, who has spent a lot of time out on the water. What was great about hosting the Birch Bark Canoe workshop is that youth are still open to new ideas, he commented. They also have a curiosity to learn, if teaching begins at a young age, they see the beauty of the culture. Bombardier said he loves history and his culture. Opportunities like last Friday’s workshop provides an opportunity to share what he knows with others.
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Donated Mobi Mats improve access to Colchester Beach
Members of the Watsa family and representatives of the Town of Essex unveiled a trail of Mobi Mats that stretches from the driveway at Colchester Harbour to the beach, and includes a 200-foot path that is parallel to the shoreline.
by Sylene Argent Thanks to a generous donation, those with accessibility issues will likely no longer have to purchase expensive equipment to enjoy a day at the beach as the Town of Essex unveiled a pathway made of Mobi Mats on Wednesday, June 27. The mobile trail stretches from the driveway at Colchester Harbour to the beach, and includes a 200-foot pathway that is parallel to the shoreline. The family of the late David Watsa, who was a longtime member of the Colchester Harbour Committee and former resident of the area, purchased the Mobi Mats in his honour, which cost around $17,000. The Mobi Mats’ surface is designed to provide beach access for wheelchairs, strollers, and pedestrians with mobility issues. Councillor Sherry Bondy is a member of the Town’s Accessibility Advisory Committee, which is committed to ensuring the Municipality is accessible to all by reducing barriers to access of information or physical barriers at facilities. “We accomplish these goals by engaging the very people who face these barriers, the people who deal with the problems of access; barriers which are all too often unseen by the majority.”
She was pleased to celebrate the removal of one of those barriers. “Colchester Beach is truly one of the Town’s greatest assets. It’s a must-see destination for visitors. It’s a place to kick back and relax on the beach. It’s a place to gather and enjoy the great outdoors as a community. This Mobi Mat means more people will have the opportunity to enjoy all that this beach has to offer.” Watsa, Bondy added, was a proud member of the community and was committed to the improvement of Colchester Harbour and Park. “This will be a part of his legacy. We know this mat will be put to good use for years to come and we are thrilled to make it part of our community.” Bondy and Essex Mayor Ron McDermott thanked the
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Watsa family for the generous donation. “To truly be called a destination, a place must be accessible to all,” McDermott said, adding the new accessibility feature was placed in one of the oldest communities in Canada. The harbour was recently recertified with the Blue Flag designation. Watsa’s wife, Margaret, joined family members to unveil the plaque placed along the accessible pathway in recognition of the donation. She said she spent many happy years in Colchester with her family. “My husband and I lived here for 34 years,” she said, adding when they first moved to the area, they were warmly welcomed and developed many life-long friendships. She said her husband was a generous man, who would eventually struggle with his own mobility issues when he was diagnosed with a brain disease, Progressive supranuclear palsy, after the couple moved from the area to be closer to family. Margaret said he slipped away last October. “Our family believes as we are blessed, so should others be blessed.” Representatives from the offices of MP Tracey Ramsey and MPP Taras Natyshak presented the Watsa family with certificates of recognition.
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