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A LOOK INSIDE Essex CountyÕ s Chief Librarian to retire PAgE 2 ________________ New economic development officer PAgE 3 ________________ EssexÕ s new Citizen of the Year feels humbled PAgE 5 ________________

Thursday, July 24, 2014

to the ring to show off some of the gymnastic-like movements they have been able to conquer on horseback. Brenda Gagnon of Lazee G Ranch said the annual event turned out well and was met with beautiful weather. She was happy to provide the youth an opportunity to take in the limelight. In addition to Lazee G RanchÕ s students showing off their abilities, Off Kilter Equine Entertainment showcased their abilities, so did the canines and handlers with the Border City Barkers.

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by Sylene Argent Enthusiasm, spirit, and performing talents were kicked into high gear over the weekend at Lazee G Ranch in Maidstone as the local horseback riding facility hosted its annual Shodeo for friends, family, and horse enthusiasts. Several of Lazee G RanchÕ s students and riders took part in this midsummer performance event as a way to show off the skills they have acquired over the past year with their horses. The youth put on several performances as part of the RanchÕ s Silver Stars Precision Drill Riding Team. The students and riders with the RanchÕ s vaulting team also took

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Thursday, July 24, 2014

Essex County’s Chief Maidstone resource Librarian to retire center demolished by Sylene Argent After spending many years in a career she has loved, Essex County LibraryÕ s Chief Librarian and CEO Janet Woodbridge will retire in August. This transition in her life, she said, is one that will be bittersweet. Ò IÕ ve had a career I have truly loved,Ó Woodbridge said of her career as a librarian. She first began working in the Toronto library system in the early 1970s. She graduated with her masters in the mid-1970s. As a student she spent a lot of time in a library as her undergraduate was in history. She was attracted to this occupation as one that could be a potential career choice. Wo o d b r i d g e remembers wanting to be that person who helps library clients find books and enjoy their lives through learning and finding knowledge. She enjoyed watching people light up when they discovered something

new through the use of a library book. Ò I wanted to help connect people to knowledge,” she said. When she began her career, there was no computer system, and she was happy when they did become available for card cataloging. Technological innovations in library systems over the years have been important in allowing library staff to give more time to customers and in focusing on customer service. Ò Essex County Library is on the right path in terms of the future,Ó Woodbridge said. Its customers can now access to many of its services 24/7 online. Libraries have become a place where community members can meet up, and are often referred to as Ò community living rooms,Ó she commented. After getting her start in Toronto, Woodbridge spent 23 years with the Windsor Public Library system before moving

on to the Essex County Library system seven years ago. She spent the first two years with the local library system as a Deputy-Chief Librarian and has since been at the helm as Chief Librarian and CEO. Her official last day with Essex County Library will be August 29. When she retires, Woodbridge plans to travel and catch up on many books she has wanted to read but hasnÕ t had the chance to as of yet. Woodbridge also plans to devote more time to two organizations she is involved with, Hiatus House and Windsor Endowment for the Arts. She is a member of the Board of Directors for both of those organizations. Woodbridge noted that Robin Greenall has accepted to take on the role of Chief Librarian of the Essex County Library. She has work experience as the Manager of Branch and ChildrenÕ s Services of the Chatham Kent Library for the past six years. Before taking on this role, she was a Branch Assistant and Branch Supervisor at various branches throughout the Essex County Library system. Greenhall will be officially a part of the Essex County Library staff on Tuesday, August 5.

by Sylene Argent Demolition on what used to be the Maidstone & District Historical SocietyÕ s Resource Centre began on Monday, July 21. Lakeshore Council had made the decision last October to tear down the building to make room for a salt shed. This was a former Maidstone Municipal building, which opened in July of 1964, and served the Historical Society, which also operates the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum adjacent to the Resource Centre for the past two years. The building is town-owned and the Historical Society

shares the property with Lakeshore’s public works. Curator of the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, Victoria Beaulieu, said watching the Resource Centre come down was hard to do, thinking of all the memories created within its walls and the great time, not only the members of Historical Society had but community members as well, through events. “It’s difficult,” she said. The Maidstone & District Historical Society will continue to operate out of the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum. Ò Give us a year

to get back on our feet and get a new business plan in place, and weÕ ll carry on,Ó Beaulieu said. In May, Lakeshore Council agreed to sell the Museum to the Historical Society for $2. Beaulieu said the transfer of ownership has not happened as of yet. The Town of Lakeshore will have the first opportunity to buy it back for the same price if the historical society ever decides to disband its operation there. Through this agreement, the Society will have to ensure its operations continue as a historical museum.

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New economic development officer ready to deliver

by Sylene Argent The Town of Essex recently appointed Ward 4 resident Anne Miskovsky as the TownÕ s part-time Economic Development Officer. This is a parttime position on one-year contract. She is excited to bring years of experience to the new position to help with EssexÕ s Economic Development programs while aiding local business. Her career in the economic development field began with the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Association. Through this, she was able to start work on obtaining her Economic Development Certification, something she later obtained. She then began working with St. Clair College as a training consultant. Her duties included meeting with local businesses to develop training plans for

employees as it pertains to effectively implementing new technologies. She remained with St. Clair College for ten years before moving on to work for the Municipality of Leamington as a contract employee for its retirement strategy, a program to attract retirees to the area. Soon after, LeamingtonÕ s Economic Development Officer moved on and Miskovsky took on that position, and held it for 14 years. As LeamingtonÕ s Economic Development Officer, Miskovsky worked on many projects that were widely diverse. This work, she noted, was very gratifying. After 14 years with Leamington, Miskovsky no longer wanted to work fulltime, and pursued opportunities that would allow her to continue with the work she loved at reduced hours. Last year,

she began working again with the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation providing business start-up consulting services through the Small Business Centre in Essex Centre. When she heard about Essex posting the part-time position for an Economic Development Officer, she jumped at the opportunity and applied. She is excited to be a part of a process of creating economic development programs and initiatives for business retention, in building a plan as to what the community would best benefit from, and promoting and marketing the Town to attract new businesses. She is also thrilled to be working for the municipality she lives in. With around 25 years of experience in economic development, Miskovsky said she has been fortunate to have professional appointments in her career that have been satisfying and gratifying. Looking at the TownÕ s website - essex.ca Miskovsky wants to put info on there for investors

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Live & Uncensored ••• Comment Richard Parkinson •••

We need to have a “can do” attitude There have been a few ideas and proposals that have been floated lately regarding the town that have been quickly shot down. These ideas seemed pretty good to me, but their detractors brought up sound enough reasons for saying they couldn’t be done. And they did so, without any follow through. I hope this isn’t a new trend. Despite mumblings to the contrary, a lot of things have been done in the past 25 years. I realized this myself when I sat down and thought about what has been done in Essex Centre in the past quarter century. The new arena (soon to be the only arena), the pool complex, the soccer pitches, baseball diamonds, Sadler’s Park and other parks, Essex Public School, Holy Name School are all significant projects that were completed. And right now, work is underway on a new high school. The thing that ensured these projects got completed was the “can do” attitude of the people behind them, whether it was the school boards, service organizations or the town itself. Some of those projects wouldn’t have happened if there hadn’t been a willingness of the parties involved to

sit down and come up with “can do” solutions. I’d even go as far as to say, the success of all of those projects relied on compromise, flexibility and a desire to overcome obstacles. If we want to continue to move forward we have to embrace that “can do” attitude. A simple, “we can’t do that” isn’t good enough anymore. “We can’t do that,” should always be followed up with, “but let’s sit down and find out what we can do.” Instead of pushing potential partners away from the table, we should be sitting down with them to find a solution. If we “can’t” afford to paint murals on the silos, “can” we come up with a compromise, perhaps a freestanding mural wall in the old silo district? If we “can’t” turn the old arena over to the Ravens/ Harrow Hurricanes/SOMM because it’s just too old and would cost too much to repair, “can” we sit down with those organizations and work on a way to get them what they need? Sure we can. The big question is, will we? I hope so.

Letter to the Editor I have been a resident of Essex my entire life. The town has been through a couple of explosions and other changes. Essex has always bounced back and with the help of many remained a nice little town that we are proud to be a part of. Until recently, that is. I am writing to express my concern that is bad enough that we have all the empty stores in the downtown area, but the filth that comes with that is certainly not necessary. I feel the owners of these empty stores should have to

keep the windows clean and clear any debris around the stores. I for one am ashamed at the way our nice downtown looks. Perhaps if the windows and frontage were kept clean it might be more appealing for a future operator. Nancy Alston Essex

Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Our attractions It is said that Essex is not a tourist destination but there is no reason why we can’t make it one. And I think that the Spitfire replica we are going to have is a strong point. We have the cannon that was taken off the battlefields of World War I. Among several captured by the Canadian forces, the cannon is a German 150 mm Howitzer. One exactly like it is on display at the Canadian War Museum. The inscription on the breech of the gun is Wr.452 Fried Krupp A.G. Essen 1905. It was part of the war equipment sent to Canada around 1920 by the War Trophies Board of England because Canadian forces captured those pieces of war equipment. The rate of enlistment according to population was the factor in deciding which towns would receive one. The 142 men from Essex contributed to what was considered a very high percentage of the town’s population. We are fortunate to have this trophy as a visual legacy of military

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history and a tribute to the World War I service men. After research by Dr. Richard Barnett, the Rotary Club had it restored to its original colour. So we have this rare symbol of the 142 men who served during Wolrd War I to preserve our freedom. We need to give that more publicity. Now we will have another tribute to the men from Essex County who were pilots during World War II. Add to that our beautiful memorial to all service men that was recently built by the Essex Legion and we have real reason for tourists to come to town. I understand the Spitfire will be lit at night in beautiful surroundings. We should add some more murals and it would be of interest to have a plaque placed near the spot where the two railways crossed because it is very unusual for one to cross another. Those two were the main line to St. Thomas the local line to Leamington. And while we are making these focal points we should label the end of Irwin Avenue from Brien Avenue to the curve up to the highway as Toll Gate Road.

In last week’s letter-to-the-editor, written by Antonin Gauthier, there was an error. In the letter there was reference to an irrigation pond. That pond belongs to the town, not to Gauthier, so the line that stated “our irrigation pond” should have been “their irrigation pond.” We apologize for any confusion that may have been caused by the error.

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Essex’s new Citizen of the Year feels humbled

by Fred Groves Ô Service Above SelfÕ , is not only a motto of the Rotary Club, it is also how Neil McBeth lives each and every day. The recently announced recipient of this yearÕ s Essex Citizen of the Year award has been giving back to his community his entire life and when he heard that he had won the prestigious award, he was humbled. Ò It is very humbling. I know quite a bit of the history when it was started by the Chamber

of Commerce,Ó said McBeth from his home outside of Essex Centre. He is a long-time member of the Essex Rotary Club, which is one of the sponsoring organizations of the Citizen of the Year Award. McBeth first became involved with the Rotary Club when he was a teenager attending Essex District High School. His father was a Rotarian and so was his homeroom teacher at EDHS. Ò My first involvement,

I dressed up like a clown for the donkey baseball game,Ó he says with a smile. Giving back in sports is something he did for nearly four decades. After playing basketball, volleyball, badminton and track and field at Essex, he went on to the University of Windsor where he studied Human Kinetics and was on the swim team. When he was in his third year of university, he began as the athletic trainer for the Assumption High School football team and quickly became that schoolÕ s swim coach. Ò I coached high school sports for 34 years. I started when I was still in university,Ó he said. He taught at several Windsor high schools for his first few years as a teacher before he settled in at Herman where he taught outdoor education and coached basketball, football, soccer, swimming, water polo and guided the track and field team to the OFSAA championship one year.

Ò I enjoyed doing swimming, but I really liked basketball and football.Ó He was the head athletic trainer for the AKO Fratmen football team from 1974 to 1980 and was promoted to athletic director of Herman in 1990. After retiring from teaching in 2007 he turned his attention to volunteering in his community. Besides being a Rotarian, which included spearheading that clubÕ s $50,000 financial campaign to the aquatic centre at the high school, he has been on the board of trustees at the United Church for over 20 years and was a Boy Scout leader for many years. Asked why he has volunteered for so many years in so many different capacities, McBeth quickly gave credit where it was due. Ò ItÕ s because my parents taught me that itÕ s important to give back and it doesnÕ t matter how much you take,Ó he said. Neil McBeth and his wife Cheryl have three

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Thursday, July 24, 2014

Transportation Museum Essex residents forwards donation to Diabetes Association welcomes British vehicles

Financial Advisor for Sun Life Financial, Randy Thiessen, and his daughter Johanna present Joyce Montrose, the Canadian Diabetes Association Windsor-Essex Branch Coordinator, with a $600 donation.

by Sylene Argent Essex area resident and financial advisor for Sun Life Financial, Randy Thiessen, forwarded a $600 donation to the local branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association recently. Thiessen has volunteered with the Canadian Diabetes Association and is also diabetic. He got involved with volunteering with the organization, seeing the need for volunteers and wanted

to contribute. Because of his volunteer work, Sun Life Financial contributed the donation through his involvement. Sun Life Financial forwards donation on their employeesÕ behalf to recognize and support the volunteer work they do within the community. Joyce Montrose, the Canadian Diabetes Association Windsor-Essex Branch Coordinator, was thrilled with the monetary

by Sylene Argent British cars invaded the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village on Sunday afternoon as the local museum hosted its annual British Car Show. Cooperating weather resulted in around 100 British-based cars at the Museum site and attracted many visitors. The cars lined the paved pathway through Heritage Village, offering spectators and those who showed off their unique vehicles a chance to enjoy the shade. The British cars covered several eras. CTMHV vicechairperson Mickey Moulder pointed out some of the eyecatching vehicles on display, including a 1935 Rolls Royce. This car was in England during WWII. It made its way to the US in the early 1970s. It was bought and transferred to Montreal around 25 years ago. A generous donor gave this car to the Museum around two years ago. Other vehicles on display included a 1942 London Taxi, which was in London during the WWII Blitz, and a few rare motorcycles, one of which was

donation and with the volunteer work Thiessen has been able to provide the organization and the clients it serves. In the Essex County area, Montrose explained, there are around 48,000 people who have been diagnosed with diabetes, and she added it is estimated that another half of that number are living with diabetes undiagnosed. Monetary donations help this group advocate and provide funds for research. If people can manage their diabetes, she added, they typically live long, healthy lives. Ò RandyÕ s time and effort to help others living with diabetes is priceless,Ó Montrose commented. The Canadian Diabetes Association is a national charity, she explained. The funds that are raised for the organization stay within the community. She shared that one of the programs the organization offers is a summer camp for youth with Type 1 diabetes. At this camp, the attending youth have an opportunity to have fun while learning how to manage their diabetes.

a 1939 model, originally from Denmark. What is important about showcasing vehicles of the Second World War era is that these vehicles survived not only the war, but also didnÕ t end up falling victim to scrap-drives, Moulder noted. Ò Just about every make of English vehicle is represented here,Ó Moulder explained. The makes on display included Triumph, MG, Jaguar, Austin, BSA, Lotus, and more. The CTMHV first hosted the British Car Show three years ago, as there was no other venue offered to exclusively showcase these vehicles. Brian and Barb Fenn of London, Ontario presented their Triumph TR3 during the show. Brian said he had recently restored this vehicle, which involved two years of work, and they were happy to showcase it. The Triumph has been in BrianÕ s family for fifty years. It is a car he drove in his mid-teens. To go along with the European theme of the show, Highland dancers offered a talent

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Pictured above and below - These Country Airs Art Camp campers performed during a special concert at Little Bit of Heaven farm in Woodslee to demonstrate the musical talents they obtained through the camp.

by Sylene Argent There were plenty of smiles and laughs on Thursday as the group of youth who took part in the Woodslee-based Country Airs Art Camp at Little Bit of Heaven farm hosted a special concert for their parents to enjoy. This concert was a way the participating youth could show their parents and guardians all they had accomplished over the several-day camp. They played several songs on the recorder, rolled out a few drumbeats on their camp-made percussion instruments, and then took to the harp to offer up more music. Through the Harp Camp, the youth were able to build on their musical and artistic talents. And through conquering camp

challenges, they were able to build leadership and teamwork skills. In addition to musical art, the youth were also able to build on their dramatic skills through acting classes. The campers were happy to share a few of the skits they had learned and

created for their parents at the camp concert. The annual County Airs Art Camp 2014 was a three-day experience for youth, aged six-16. It was full of music, art, drama, and opportunities to connect with nature.

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Spitfire project closer to take off with $10,000 Unifor donation

Representatives of Unifor Locals 200 and 444 present members of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee a $10,000 donation.

by Sylene Argent With growing community support, and from generous donations forwarded from around the world, members of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee are getting closer to erecting a full-sized replica plane in Essex Centre in honour of around 400 airmen who served the nation, including EssexÕ s own WWII pilot, Jerry Billing.

On Monday evening, representatives of Unifor Local 200 and 444 gathered in the Heritage Gardens, where the Spitfire monument will be erected in the near future, to forward a $10,000 donation to the committee, which is a subcommittee of the Southern Ontario Military Muster. Committee member Michael Beale explained

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the $10,000 donation paid off what was left owing on the replica and in getting it transported to Toronto from overseas. The Committee will have to raise around $25,000 to implement lighting fixtures, a pole for the plane to hang from, and other items to install the monument and have it set up inside the Heritage Gardens. It will be located between the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) and the historic Essex railway station. Ò WeÕ re most grateful,Ó Beale said to the representatives of Unifor 200 and 444. He added that the committee has had great support from the community, and from all around the world. The $10,000 donation, Unifor Local 444 President Dino Chiodo explained, is a way the two local Unifor chapters could work together to support the cause. This replica Spitfire, which will have a wing span of 36Õ 10Ó and will be painted as the Spitfire Billing flew on D-Day of June 6, 1944, is a great way to recognize and honour true heroes, those individuals who went out to fight for freedom, he noted. He also sent a thank you to Billing for everything he has done for the country. Chiodo continued, saying the monument helps to let veterans know that their sacrifices are appreciated and have not been forgotten. He was proud

that Essex Councillor Randy Voakes and Beale approached Unifor Locals 200 and 444 about the project. On Behalf of Essex Town Council, Voakes said Unifor has proven to be a staple within the community with this generous donation, and other causes it has supported in the past. He looks forward to seeing

the monument when it is put in place in the near future. Essex Mayor Ron McDermott shared his gratitude for the donation, and later noted everyone who has donated to this project has come to the rescue to helping get this project off of the ground. BillingÕ s wife Karen was present to receive the donation. She said the donation was a wonderful contribution that will help the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee along its journey in erecting this monument in the near future. When she first heard a group of people were banding together with the intention to erect a replica Spitfire monument in her husbandÕ s honour, and in recognition of the other airmen of the County, she was surprised and thrilled there were individuals willing to put the effort into spearheading the project. SheÕ s excited to see the monument. Essex Council approved placing the

life-size replica Spitfire memorial monument in the Heritage Gardens in Essex Centre at a recent Council meeting. Beale noted a representative from GB Replicas in the UK, the company that created the monument, contacted other clients who also had ordered Spitfire replicas to request putting the Essex memorial project at the top of the list. This drastically cut the wait time. This company, he noted, also offered to paint the memorial at no charge. Log onto militarymuster.ca to make a donation to the project. Donors can also contact committee members through the official Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee Facebook or Twitter pages to learn more about the project or to arrange to make a donation in person with an official volunteer.

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Environment committee invites pollination biologist to speak about insecticides she explained, she became aware of the neonicotinoid insecticide and how it seemed to be affecting the squash bee. She believes there could be a solution to this issue that could benefit the environment and farming. Ò What I am, most fundamentally, is an advocate for native pollinators. I spend a lot of time talking about them,Ó Chan explained, adding, Ò Native pollinators are terribly, terribly important.Ó She noted that while there are honeybee keepers, there are no native beekeepers and there is little know about native bees. She called the presentation Ò A Lament for Native Pollinators.Ó In Ontario there are two types of pollination agents: wind, which helps pollinate crops like grain,

many trees, grasses and corn; and insects (bees being a quintessential pollinating agent) which carry pollen. Bees are great pollinators, Chan noted, because they are covered in tiny, forked hairs all over their bodies that catch pollen. They also naturally go to flowers to collect pollen and nectar. The pollen that insects carry is heavy and oily. Native pollinators are significant in ensuring many species of plants and crops grow. For example, Chan noted meat eaters and those who drink milk could be thankful to pollinators as cattle live off of hay. Hay is seed grown, and the leafcutter bee is responsible for making seeds in alfalfa. The honeybee gets a lot of focus as it pertains to neonicotinoids. She wants

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ItÕ s just that more pesticides are being used but are hidden. She explained, through using OMAFRA data off its website, that there was a large loading of insecticides in 1983, and then it started to decrease. At this time there was an active integrated pest management program in Ontario through the Ministry of Agriculture. There were a lot of people in the fields helping farmers to identify pests and to know when to apply insecticides. The numbers of pesticide use began to decline. Ontario went from applying 8.7 million kilograms to 5.2 million kilograms of the active ingredient in 1998. In 2003, the numbers were continuing to

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decline to around 4.2 million kilograms, but there was a switch of the types of insecticides, Chan said. OMAFRA was no longer keeping track of seed treatments, which is when insecticides are not applied by farmers, but applied directly on the seed by seed companies. At this time, Ontario had lost its integrated pest management capacities. She suspects those

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were let go, Chan said. This, she added, is the underlying cause of the problem. “We need to move from proactive treatment to reactive treatment,Ó she said. She said she thinks the neonicotinoids should

be used in crisis situations and used as little as possible. She said it would be smart to keep that tool in the back pocket for a day when it is needed, for the big problems. There is a large use of insecticides in southern

and western Ontario because of the agricultural foundation, Chan said. Systemic insecticides, Chan said, are an amazing idea. Neonicotinoids were new so they were patentable. They also worked. They were

also persistent. These insecticides needed to be applied once on the seed, which causes less use of fossil fuel and passes with the tractor on the soil. They are also targeted - meaning nothing that wasnÕ t attacking the plant

was going to be killed. It seemed like a great ides, Chan said, but the problem is it has a wide spectrum, meaning it kills every insect it meets, and pollinators eat pollen and nectar. These chemicals have a low toxicity to mammals, Chan said. Ò And what I mean by thatÉ we donÕ t really know what it does to mammals over the long term.Ó Ò There is no doubt in anybodyÕ s mind that neonicotinoids are bad for pollinators and they are bad for insects because it’s on the label of the insecticideÉ I have a copy of every label of neonicotinoid insecticides at home,Ó Chan said. There is no idea what the effect of long-term exposure is on native bees. Bees come into contact with neonicotinoids through nectar and pollen or by flying through dust after neonicotinoid coated seeds are planted, she said. Larva comes into contact with them by eating these plantsÕ pollen. In Ontario, 100 percent of corn acreage and 80 percent of soybeans, not grown organically, are treated with neonicotinoids, she said. There are four active ingredients in neonicotinoids. She was given an incomplete list of the crops neonicotinoids are used on from OMAFRA, and there were 79 crops listed. She added that Jeff Leal, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, has recently announced he wants to consult with the industry, farmers, and environmental stakeholders on practical options, including the consideration of a license system for neonicotinoids. That is really good news, Chan said. This lecture was recorded and is posted on the wecec.org website. Anyone wanting more information can visit her website farmsatwork.ca. This programÕ s mandate, she added, is to keep farmland healthy.

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Libro offers postsecondary scholarships by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday, staff at Libro Credit Union made going to college or university a little easier for two area students pursuing postsecondary educations by providing the students with $3,000 scholarships. The lucky Essex County students, Christie Kluymans of Essex and Joshua Rosaasen of Tecumseh, received these scholarships through LibroÕ s 2014 Community Builder Scholarship program. Throughout LibroÕ s service areas in Southwestern Ontario, 12 scholarships were awarded through this program. An awards ceremony was held at the Essex branch to celebrate the two local winners. The youth selected to receive these scholarships had demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteerism and leadership, and have proven themselves academically. Over 500 students applied for this financial help. For the past 12 years, Kluymans

has been a volunteer with the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA). At WETRA, she has helped organize the annual 5km Ò I Walk so Kids can RideÓ fundraiser that raised over $12,000 in its inaugural year. WETRA just hosted the third annual walk a few weeks ago. Kluymans has also volunteered with the Canadian Mental Health Association of Windsor-Essex. She is currently enrolled in St. Clair College pursuing a diploma in Public Relations. She enjoys being an advocate for persons with special needs. Rosaasen, a founding member of the Youth Troop of the Canadian Cancer Society, was the other recipient of the Community Builder Scholarship program. He was also involved in leading the first UV skin clinic at his high school, and was a part of a medical mission where he volunteered in Kenya for a month. He hopes to become a doctor to help as many people as he can.

Bring the kids and “Explore the Shore” submitted to EFP County Road 50 in Essex is the place to be on July 26 and 27 for the 5th Annual Explore the Shore Weekend. Dozens of businesses and community groups will join together to offer a wide range of fare, including roadside fruits and vegetables, food and wine, outdoor recreational activities, arts and crafts, and unique gift items. Be sure to bring the kids! The Town of Essex will offer a free Clubhouse Kidz Zone at Colchester Harbour, right next to the County Wide Active Transportation (CWATS) booth. While you get your bike checked for safety and learn about safe cycling and the new “green” cycle path in Colchester, you can be confident that your children are playing under the supervision of experienced HIGH FIVE® certified staff. Colchester Beach, with its pirate play structure, park and splash pad, offers all kinds of options to keep children busy, and the TownÕ s recreation staff have included games, crafts, and treasure hunts in their plans. While in Colchester, watch for the Communities in Bloom booth at the corner of County Road 50 and Jackson Street. Essex community mascots, Bloomer and Petunia, will be on hand to welcome visitors to Essex, while members of the Communities in Bloom Committee provide details on local beautification efforts and the annual Front Yard and Balcony Contest. To find out more about the Clubhouse Kidz Zone during Explore the Shore, contact Recreation and Culture at 519-7768992. In achieving HIGH FIVE¨ Accreditation status, the Town of Essex is recognized for offering the highest standard of excellence in childrenÕ s recreation and sport in Canada. For more information on Explore the Shore, visit www. exploretheshore.ca.

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Hundreds drawn to downtown BIA car show

by Fred Groves It was a sea of fourwheeled beauty as far as the eye could see. Lining both sides of

EssexÕ s main street, around 270 cars, some dating back to the 1920Õ s, were polished to perfection and admired by hundreds last

Saturday afternoon at the Essex Centre BIA Classic Car Show. Following the Fun Fest parade, the BIA hosted the event that had 1960Õ s music blaring and car guys like AmherstburgÕ s Stan Grondin proud of what they had brought to show. Grondin shined up his sleek black 1965 Chev Impala Super Sport with a 4-speed 327 engine. Ò I bought it new from Jones Chev. That is where I did my apprenticeship,Ó said Grondin. The nearly 50-year-old car is a classic and one that Grondin knew from the start he was going to keep forever. Ò I drove it until 1979. I knew I wanted to restore

it and put it back on the road,Ó he said. It took five years and a lot of patience to restore the Impala that had some replacement parts such as new pistons and stainless steel brake lines. Just about every imaginable make and model of car and a few classy trucks were on display at the show including a head-turning purple 1970 Challenger complete with a muscled 426 hemi. There were a couple of nifty looking 1956 convertible Thunderbirds and a showstopping 1966 Chevy Custom 10 pickup.

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Last year the popular car show was held near the sports complex and many who attended this year were glad to see it return to the downtown area. Ò There is a lot of people to talk to and the sidewalk sales are terrific,” said Grondin whose wife took advantage of some of the bargains. Ò IÕ ll be coming back every year.Ó That is good news to the BIA whose intention was not to take away from the Fun Fest. Director Chris Magor said, Ò WeÕ ve worked close with the Fun Fest to get some overlap.Ó Other cars that drew a lot of attention were

an interesting version of a Volkswagen that was tricked out as a 1961 Ô Rat RodÕ . There was a 1923 Ford Model T that looked like it had a lot of pep to it and Belle RiverÕ s Oscar SullivanÕ s 1936 2-door Master Sedan looked sharp. Ò Last year we were asked by the Fun Fest to put [the show] by the arena in attempts to draw people there. We polled participants and it was a consensus that it needed to be downtown,Ó said Magor. That was just fine for

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those who were open for business including Ryan SimpsonÕ s Deluxe Restaurant. He said it was a profitable day and he enjoyed the atmosphere Ò It brings in business to everybody, people come out. ItÕ s the best thing they could do,Ó he said of having the show return downtown. Essex BIA Chair person, Steve Bjorkman, said this yearÕ s car show was a great success. Ò With over 270 entries it was one of

the best turnouts we have had in years,Ó he said. Ò By all reports the participants enjoyed themselves and were happy to be back down on Talbot Street.Ó Bjorkman thanked the sponsors who donated to the goody bags that were handed out to the first 100 entrants registered. He said that the show is collaborative effort, the result of many volunteers coming together. The Essex Youth Center partnered with the BIA,

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led by Sandy Larivee and Tiffany Gill-Carew. Larivee organized the barricade team and Gill-Carew was on the street making sure everyone fulfilled his/ her role. The Youth Centre also ran a very successful 50/50 draw to support the centre. The OPP and Fire Department helped out, closing Talbot Street to traffic for the afternoon and the Town of EssexÕ s Parks and Rec department supplied, deployed and then returned the street barricades, cones and helped with the planning of the car show area. Ò The Fun Fest Committee with whom we partnered this year did a great job with the advertising and planning of events,Ó Bjorkman noted. Ò I would especially like to thank Joe Garron for his vision and energy that helped to breath new life into our annual Fun Fest.Ó Another person Bjorkman singled out for praise was Carrie St. Pierre of Essex Physical Therapy who was instrumental in getting the word out to car enthusiasts by taking flyers and posters to other car shows in the area. Ò On behalf of the Essex Centre BIA Board we would like to thank our partners for making this a great event,Ó he said. Whether you were a car guy or a car gal, liked the souped up muscle cars, the restored Chevys or wanted to peak under the hood, there was lots for everyone. A 1931 Ford Model A roadster, a 1926 Ford Model T which seemed to be the oldest at the show and there was a real nice 1928 666 Sedan complete with wood spoke wheels and wide running boards, yes indeed something for everyone.

Park House recognizes anniversary of the start of WW1 by Sylene Argent The Park House Museum of Amherstburg is offering an exhibit to the community to commemorate the centennial anniversary of the start of the Great War. The exhibit is available until November 11 and will showcase original uniforms that are in great condition and artifacts that have been dug up from the Somme, Vimy Ridge, Arras, Verdun, and Passchendaele battlefields.

One of the artifacts on display, Park House Curator and Administrator, Stephanie L. PougetÐ Papak, said is a helmet that has a bullet hole in it. The purpose of putting on this exhibit, she explained, is to recognize the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One. This display of Canadian history brings a reality to the events of

WW1, Pouget–Papak explained. Those interested in going to the museum to see the WW1 exhibit can do so Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Labour Day, at which point there are reduced hours. PougetPapak urges everyone interested to log onto parkhousemuseum.com for more information and to learn about its admission fees.

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Excited first time parents Matthew and Meghan are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter Myla Mabel on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 6:52 am. Weighing 6lbs. 9 oz. Myla is welcomed by overjoyed first time grandparents Jack and Carol McCoy and first time Auntie Jess and Uncle Erik. Third grandchild, first granddaughter, for John and Susan Ridder. Neice to Auntie Jess and Uncle Jason. Baby cousin to Cael and Camden. Great granddaughter to Nancy McCoy, Basil and Blanche Collard, Ellen O’Connor and Willem and Mina Ridder. Special thanks for excellent care from mid-wife Susan Corchis! Special angels watching from above.

Fairbairn, wilma eileen (nee michea) - Passed away peacefully on July 18, 2014 at 94 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Jake Springer, the late Arthur Fairbairn and the late Pat Durocher. Dear mother of Sharon (Brian) Hayden, Lonnie (Patricia) Fairbairn, Wayne (Kathy) Fairbairn and the late Ronald Durocher. Treasured grandmother of Toby, Rachel, Samara, Jessica, Forbes, Joshua, Anita, Adrian, Luke, Matthew, Andrea, Daniel, and Nathan. Great-grandmother of Brodie, Gianna, Bailey and Tristan. Sister of the late David (Jean and the late Joyce) Michea. Wilma was a long-time member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Essex. Cremation has taken place. On Saturday, July 26, 2014 friends are invited to gather at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses (6870 Hawthorne Drive, Windsor) for a Memorial Service to celebrate Wilma’s life at 2:30 p.m. Donations may be made to the Watch Tower. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

What’s Going On JULY 25 & 26 - Leamington sidewaLk saLes. JULY 26 & 27 - expLore the shore - “County road 50 – always Changing;” For more info: www.exploretheshore.ca. JULY 27 - amherstbUrg’s gone Car CrazY - downtown amherstburg. Contact 519-736-4020 or www.amherstburgsgonecarcrazyshow.com for mre info. aUgUst 2 - essex CoUntY pLowing eqUip. show 10am at Jim & Louise reid Farm, 1809 rd. 10 Leamington. 519-839-5351 or 519-890-4765 for more info. aUgUst 2 & 3 - 13th annUaL sUnparLoUr rodeo - at 6pm. rain or shine. at 1835 County rd. 18, ruthven (4th conc.) For info: www.sunparlourrodeo.com. aUgUst 2 & 3 - east kent Vintage eqUipment show - ridgetown event Centre, 20480 Victoria rd. ridgetown. sat. 8am-10pm & sun. 9am-4pm. www.ekvec.net aUgUst 8, 9, 10 - 155th annUaL Comber Fair - For info: www.comberfair.on.ca. aUgUst 11-15 - Vbs Cottam United ChUrCh “sCarForCe” - For ages 5(entering gr.1) to 12 (completed gr. 6). Call 519-839-4266 to pre-register. aUgUst 19 - essex bLood donor CLiniC - royal Canadian Legion branch 201. 103 talbot st. north, essex. 1pm-7pm. aUgUst 19 -Free promoting earLY deVeLopment For newborns to age 5 From 9 -11:30am at keYs at access, 23 mill st. w., kingsville. 519-258-2146 ext. 1350

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Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson Summer worship services continue with our friends from the Harrow Mennonite Church. A warm welcome is extended to everyone to join us! On Sunday, July 27th, our service will take place at Harrow United Church beginning at 9:30 am. During August, services will be held at the Harrow Mennonite Church at 9:45 am. Although our Audio Visual Team is taking a well-deserved break during July and August, Dennis Graham has kindly placed a “Summer Messages” icon on our website so that all may continue to enjoy the printed version of Reverend Staples’ weekly messages. We hope you will take the time to read and be inspired as we are each week! Please visit us at: www.harrowunited.org. Thank you to all who have supported our “Hot Dog Drive-Thru’s” which have taken place over the past five Friday evenings from 4-7 pm. Friday, July 25th will be our last evening for this event. You’ll help to support various initiatives of Harrow United Church. Gess†wood Camp Vacation Bible School is coming to Harrow United Church from August 11- 15th! Please call our church office at 738-4223 for more information.

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 we welcome Pastor Aaron Thompson, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea. All are invited to our next Free Movie Event on Friday, July 25th. We will be featuring RIO 2! Doors open at 6:00 pm, Movie begins at 6:30 pm sharp! All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. A canned good donation is welcomed! Our next movie night is scheduled for Friday, August 29, 2014. Visit us 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 Thanks to all who supported our Fundraiser BBQ during the Fun Fest parade and car show. A special thank you to all those who volunteered their time for the day. Join us on Sundays for Family Worship at 11 a.m. led by Lt. Kristen Gray. This summer her sermons will be focused on the Psalms. Don’t forget to stop by the Thrift Store for a BBQ lunch on Fridays from 11 -2. All proceeds go to the Salvation Army Food Bank. Did you know .....that the Salvation Army holds a 30 minute world wide prayer meeting every Thursday morning between 5 a.m. & 8 a.m. local time, with thousands joining in from around the globe ? Visit www. salvationarmy.org/thegeneral/ WWPM# “Praying for others is a privilege-and a responsibility.”

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Maidstone Cross The Maidstone Recreation Centre proudly hosted its first Youth Sand Volleyball Tournament for 13 to 16-year olds. A second tournament is on September 6th. To register contact maidstonerecreation@ hotmail.com Our Cemetery Board would like to remind everyone that items such as flower beds, solar lights, hanging baskets shrubs are to be removed from the graves of your loved ones by July 31st unless they are affixed to the headstone. This helps to ensure the safety and proper maintenance of our cemetery. Copies of our Cemetery Bylaws are available

What’s black and white and read all over? Woodslee Friendship Club The hot weather doesn’t stop our cool seniors from enjoying cards 3x a week. Fun and laughter are part of the game. The winners this week were--Joanne Mc Murren, Edna Cevalier, LeRoy Davison, Dave Mc Murren, Bob Mullins, Bernie Belleau, Donna Poisson, Zila Doucette, Joan Broeders, Denis Levasseur, George Diesbourg ,and Cecile St Denis.

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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch What an experience

I had the opportunity to speak with the cochairman of the Essex Memorial Spitfire committee, S. Michael Beale. Not knowing who he was I responded to the man who was thanking people for supporting the cause by coming to the fund-raiser offered at the A-1 Restaurant. Thus, I met a highly motivated man who joined the committee early last April. Think what has happened since then. Three months later and the replica has been built in England by G. B Replicas. Through BealeÕ s enthusiasm that company agreed to defer orders ahead of the Essex Spitfire so we could have it within weeks instead of months. He lives and breathes enthusiasm for any cause he accepts. The committee must have realized this was the man they needed to bring the Spitfire dream to fulfillment. He was busy with many activities when asked to join but he saw this as an opportunity to fulfill a goal he has in life. Too young to be a veteran but old enough to be fully aware of the war circumstances his desire is to talk with veterans who

were involved in World War II and then relay awareness of gratitude and understanding of the sacrifice they made to young people today and for generations to come. He saw this project as a perpetual source of memory and he is spilling over with enthusiasm for its success. This positive attitude draws others to work on the project. Beale maintains the Essex community has responded well to the project, but he is the motivator. As well as having the time shortened to have the plane built, he has several

local volunteer offers, including the electrical systems established without charge so it can be lit at night. Ò It will be beautiful,Ó he promised. Among other offers, Councillor Randy Voakes has arranged for his employer to bring the plane to Essex without charge where it will be stored before the wings are assembled in a closed room until the site is ready for it. Now we have to wonder why work has not started on the site, or had at least not started when this was written.

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Around the track at South Buxton Raceway submitted by Mike Bennett The week-long wait was well worth it for MerlinÕ s Jeff Daniels and ChathamÕ s Brad Authier, who won midseason championships at South Buxton Raceway last Saturday night. Daniels picked up his second feature win of the season in the Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds, taking the lead on lap eight and winning the mid-season title in a green-white-checkered finish. Authier took the lead on the third lap and led the rest of the way for his second mid-season championship in the last three years in the Westside Performance Plus UMP Late Models. The mid-season races for the Late Models and Modifieds were rained out last Saturday. ShrewsburyÕ s Jim Dale Jr. won the nightÕ s regular feature race as survived a huge wreck on a lap-six restart that involved virtually the entire 18-car field. Leamington’s Joel Dick got the worst of the damage as he was the leader as the green fell but slammed the wall after contact from ChathamÕ s Eugene Hoekstra, touching off the multi-car wreck. Dick was black flagged as he exited his vehicle to

confront Hoekstra, who was still in his car. In the mid-season championship, Dick led the first seven laps before his car lost power and stopped on the track. He finished 19th. Dick went into the night with a 114-point lead over Belle RiverÕ s Marion Toniolo and 170 points over Dale Jr. But Dale’s win and second-place finish in the mid-season race moved him to second in the standings, just 58 points behind Dick and three up on Toniolo. Toniolo finished eighth in the regular feature and ninth in the mid-season race as late spins in both cost him topfive finishes. Wheatley’s Justin Mills finished seventh in the mid-season race and ninth in the regular feature while WindsorÕ s Dan McIntyre was 11th in the mid-season and seventh in the regular feature. Daniels followed his mid-season victory with a thirdplace finish later in the night. RidgetownÕ s Dale Glassford denied Authier a sweep in the Late Models as he passed the mid-season champ with seven laps left in the regular feature. Chatham’s Eric Vanderiviere won his first feature since returning to the Tirecraft Sport Stocks in June, with brother Eren finishing second for a one-two Vanderiviere finish.

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KingsvilleÕ s Rob Young and WheatleyÕ s Steve Clements, who won the heat races earlier in the night, finished third and fourth respectively. WindsorÕ s West Bertozzi, who led the first four laps, was running second on the final lap when his car lost power in the final corner as he limped home fifth. Harrow’s Patrick Lajeunesse was sixth and EssexÕ s Dillon Moody was ninth. ChathamÕ s John Pinsonneault followed last weekÕ s midseason championship with a feature win in the Tirecraft Mini-Mods, his fourth of the season. CottamÕ s Rob Quick was spun out in the final corner while running third but race officials gave him his position back. Kingsville’s Larry Hart, Dylan Wolters and Norm DeSerrano finished seventh, ninth and 11th respectively and TilburyÕ s Gerry Rivait Jr. was 13th. BlenheimÕ s Shawn Hope won his second career feature, leading all 10 laps of the Autotech Bombers class. WindsorÕ s George Rock, a feature winner two weeks ago, was second and WheatleyÕ s Dwayne Malcolm finished sixth. South Buxton will host four memorial races this Saturday Ð the Gord DeWael Late Models, Brian Outhouse Modifieds, Cory Schives Mini-Mods and Len Bryden Sport Stocks.

Steam and Gas Museum to host 30th show by Fred Groves Back in 1984, a small group of historical enthusiasts, those with a rich tradition for agriculture in this area, decided to start up the Essex County Steam

and Gas Engine Museum. From its inception until 1997, it was located at the Southwestern Ontario Heritage Village and that was the year they acquired 10 acres in McGregor at

the Co-An Park, which became their permanent home. On August 8-10, the 30th Annual Steam and Gas Show will be held and itÕ s shaping up to be bigger

and better than ever. Entertainment, demonstrations, tractor pulls, displays and good food are all part of the lineup this year that begins Friday night and wraps up on Sunday. Ò We have sent out invitations to 10 retirement homes. Generally we get a bus load or two and we put them on our people mover,Ó said club president Evelyn Baker. The popular people mover is a great way to get around the park and it will be an interesting trip that will include stopping to see such things as threshing grain demonstrations, wood carving and a working saw mill. Ò Friday is half price seniors day. On Saturday we start with the parade,Ó said Baker. The parade is one of the highlights of the weekend that will also see, raffles for bikes, a nice outdoor sitting bench and a rocking horse. Of course the show would not be complete without some great music that will be provided by Exit 31, Something Else Band, and the Jobin Rock Band. Sunday will feature gospel music by Eric Best. Vengance Power Inc. will have an interesting look at how an engine works and of course, the Windsor wood carvers will be showing their talents. Ò HeÕ s going to carve things out of the scrap wood that comes off the

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sawmill,Ó said Baker. Each year, a different line of tractors is featured. This yearÕ s show will feature Case tractors and

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U15 Essex Soccer win Colasanti Cup Matt Puempel ready for

submitted to EFP The Essex U15 Soccer Team were in Kingsville last weekend win only one thing on its mind. That was to win the Colasanti Cup. After a long, five game day on Saturday, the team stood undefeated with three shutouts. On Sunday afternoon Essex U15 faced the 2013 championship winning Tilbury Team for the 2014 title. It was a hard fought match with Essex scoring the only goal, by Dylan Chapman, for the 1-0 victory. The team, lead by Captain Marshall Brownell, was solid all weekend. Even after loosing one of its key players, DÕ Artagnan Perovic with a broken toe

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in game three, the team stayed strong. The Essex defence was fast and the goaltending by Jacob Onions was solid. Great job everyone. Pictured above is the Colasanti Cup winning U15 Essex Team: Marshall Brownell, Jacob Onions, Dylan Chapman, D’Artagnan Perovic, Calvin Ross, Bianca Gualdieti, Andy Kamil, Nick Kramer, Jayden McTavish, Jackson Moore, Jakob OÕ Neil, Morgan Pake, Stephen Patrick, Kyle Tapping, Avery Fuerth, Clair Crawford, missing are Connor Tapping and Mackenna Hoskins. Coaches Jody Chapman, Earl Brownell, and Chris Knapp.

Essex Yellowjacket Midget Minor play well at Bolton tournament

submitted to EFP The Essex Yellowjacket Midget Minor baseball club finished second out of 14 teams from the Toronto area in the Bolton tournament last weekend. Essex defeated Barrie twice, Newmarket, and Richmond Hill before falling short against York in the final game of the tournament. It was a great weekend of baseball with the Essex boys raising eyebrows against much larger centers. The game MVP’s were Ben Curtis, Cam Lavigne, Jake Watters, Nash Prieur, and Matt OÕ Neil.

by Fred Groves Matt Puempel is in control of his own destiny. The first round draft pick, 24th overall in the 2011 NHL draft is about to start his second professional hockey career season. In the meantime, he is staying in shape, skating a couple of times a week, and hoping the opportunity arises when he can play for the team that drafted him, the Ottawa Senators. This past year he played 74 games for the SenatorsÕ American Hockey League affiliate in Binghampton where he finished fifth in scoring with 30 goals and 48 points. “The first half of the year I did not play much, it was an adjustment. You have to earn your way up which is new to me,Ó said the Essex native who is home for the summer. By Christmas he had

potted just seven goals but the second game back after the one-day holiday break, he scored two in one game against Utica. That is when coach Luke Richardson started to take notice. “The first half was adjusting and getting more ice time. I was happy how the second half went,Ó said Puempel.

A rugged 6Õ 1, 205 lbs power forward, he had 101 penalty minutes and a not-too-pleasing minus 11. Last fall he managed to get into a couple of pre-season games with the Ottawa Senators, one in Montreal and the other against the New York

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from the parish office at the Rectory. Vacation Bible School for ages 3 to 9 years takes place at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall from August 11 to 15. Registration forms are found at the back of the church. It is free and everyone is welcome to attend. Please keep in your prayers Tom McCarthy and Bill Deehan. Cozy Corners -Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our 10am Sunday Worship Service with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is at 10:15 am and a nursery is available during service. Next Sunday, July 27, we will celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The door greeters are Sandi and Glen Rogers. Elder on Duty is Virgina Lauzon and Lock-Up is Paul Thomas. The Iler Lodge nursing home service is on August 5th, at 2 pm. Volunteers are always welcomed and appreciated. The Sanctuary will be under repair the week of August 10th17th. If you are able to help to remove pews please include your name on the sign-up sheet in the hall. Any help in making these repairs possible is greatly apprecited. The service will be held in the hall on Sunday, August 17th

St. Paul’s/Trinity Anglican Our summer schedule continues with one 10 a.m. service at St. Paul’s until on July 27. Lisa will be in the office July 23 and 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will go for worship and lunch at Grace Church, Rondeau Park, on July 30. Let us know if you need a ride. Essex United Church The Covenanting service to induct Jim Hatt as our minister will be conducted by Rev. Sharon Willis-Whitwell next Sunday at 3 p.m. Friends of Essex United (pastoral care) are having a games party July 29 at 163 Turnhout Crescent as a fundraiser for the Essex Food Bank. If you plan to attend please let Arleen Hatt know. Registration forms are available for the Vacation Bible Camp of August 11 to 15. Registration must be in by Thursday, August 7. We are at half capacity . Thank you to Karen Arnold, Margaret Hazael, Cheryl McBeth and Donna Schroeder for transforming the sanctuary and lower hall as beautiful and welcoming places for worship and fellowship. This group of ladies will be known as the Sanctuary Guild. The church office is open at various times so please call before you come, the answering machine will be checked daily.

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Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer Join us at Holy Name Parish Hall on Monday, July 21 for a K of C Euchre night. Doors open at 6:30pm, games begin at 7pm. The Parish Family Picnic is on August 17th, at noon. See you there...rain or shine! Life Teen (high school age) are warned to bring clothes they do not mind getting dirty on July 20th & 27th. Mass at 7pm with fellowship, food and fun to follow. Bring a friend! Vacation Bible School (ages 3-9 years) is scheduled for August 11-15, 9 am-noon. Contact our parish office for more information. A Pastoral Planning session for the parish will take place this fall. Suggestion cards for your thoughts are on the Info Table for you to fill out. We pray for the sick of the parish and their caregivers. Our condolences to Sandy Sexton on the death of her mom Shirley Sexton. Happy birthday wishes to Bernice Krauter and to Laurie Lepain. Bob and Bernice Krauter celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. Congratulations. God Bless you all and have a great week!

Essex Retirees’ Club News Pelee Island Tour - You do not have to be a member of our Essex Retirees to come with us on our Pelee Island excursion. If you have never taken the ferry to Pelee Island you will enjoy a guided tour of all there is to see on the island. We are going on Wednesday, August 27. Please reserve your place by the end of July by calling the office and you can pick up an itinerary. All those who generously gave their time to help with the Fun Fest Bingo made it a worthwhile venture for the two days. And

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we found ways to improve it for 2015 Festival. We appreciate the festival committee including us in the festival as a new feature this year. The stop-and-play sessions were the most popular. At Monday evening’s Pepper games Betty Fields and Evelyn Vivier tied with most peppers. Mary Lou Chibi took high score and Roger Monchamp took low spot. There was another tie at Tuesday pepper by Louise Perrault and Audrey Ostrander with most peppers. Evelyn Vivier had high score and Estelle Spoors held the low count. Eileen Ames took the high score Wednesday night while Roger Monchamp held most peppers and Shirley Stiers, the least. Thursday night Bridge winners were Floyd Cascadden and Pauline Olafson. Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker Weather has been so unpredictable this past week- rain & cool and hot & humid and whatever you like, we’ve had it. Happy Birthday this week to Dan Dunn, Brian Holt, Laura Hickmott and Kevin Trimble and on Saturday to David Fox. Happy Anniversary to Lori and Jim Manning and to Carl & Rose Smith. Best of wishes in good health. The Pleasant Valley Community Club held a Pepper party with the winners being Audrey Stanley, Eileen Ames, Madeline

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Essex Yellow Mosquito Travel baseball Chester KuliÕ s 1962 Ford Thunderbird convertible

Chester Kuli of Leamington with his 1962 Thunderbird convertible. Note factory fenders skirts and dual exhausts. This style of Thunderbird was built from 1960 to 1963. The three rectangular trim pieces on the rear fenders identify this T’Bird as a ’62.

On a visit to the home of Chester Kuli a few miles north of Leamington, Ontario, I had the pleasure of seeing the 1962 Thunderbird convertible that Chester has turned into a dazzling show car. He purchased the vehicle in 2001 from Tom Reid in nearby Wheatley. The engine and brakes were seized but the car had been stored in a heated garage. Tom sold the Thunderbird to Chester so TomÕ s wife could park her Jaguar in the family garage. Tom had owned the car for about 25 years. He bought it in Toronto and had intended to restore it but finally gave Chester the pleasure of doing that. A very rusty TÕ Bird hardtop parts car was included in the deal. And now the restoration began! The 390 V8 engine was bored .010 for new pistons but the crankshaft is still its original size. This work was done by Siefker Automotive in nearby Essex. The chrome was redone by Midway in London. Mr. B in Coatsworth redid the seats. Dean Ciacelli did the dash, door panels, console and top. Also, the trunk is now fully upholstered. Except for two new floor panels in the front to replace the originals, the body is solid. The car has black carpeting, black dash, black steering wheel, black arm rests and trim, black top, white seats, and a dazzling soft yellow finish on the body. The finishing touch: four new Broadway Classic wide whitewalls. The car is an eye-catcher wherever it goes. At the time of my visit, the odometer reading was 76,786 miles. Chester showed me the operation of the convertible top, with a feature that harks back to the days of the Ford Skyliner retractable hardtops of the late Ô 50s. When the top starts to go down, the trunk lid (hinged at the rear) starts to open up. The top folds itself neatly down into the trunk well, whereupon the trunk lid closes, giving the rear of the body a smooth look from the rear seats to the rear of the car. The car was built in Detroit and shipped to Toronto when new. With the publication of this story, we might hear from the owner in Toronto who sold the car to Tom Reid over 35 years ago, and perhaps from other previous owners as well. Stay tuned! 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

submitted to EFP On July 16th the Essex Yellow Mosquito Travel baseball team hosted the Tecumseh Rangers. Ryan Z. blanked the Rangers in the top of the first with three strikeouts. Essex put five runs on the board in the bottom half of the inning, courtesy of RBI hits from Jayce P. and Bryson D. By the end of the third inning Essex led Tecumseh 11-5. Jake T. was brought in to pitch in the top of the fourth inning. He shut the Ranger bats down by only giving up one run over the final three innings. Final score was 14-6 for the YellowJackets. On July 20th the team traveled to Windsor to take on Walker Homesites. Caleb B. brought home Ryan Z. in the top of the first inning. After giving up a lead off home run in the bottom of the first inning, Braydin M. was strong from the pitcherÕ s mound giving up only three more runs over the next three innings. RBIs by Caleb B., Jayce P., Josh J., and Everett B. in the top of the third inning gave Essex a commanding 7-4 lead. In the fourth inning, Jake T. smashed a two strike double and was brought home by Jayce P.

Sam W. pitched well in the bottom of the fourth to allow Essex to hold their 8-4 lead. Unfortunately sloppy defense by the Yellow Jackets in the fifth and sixth innings let Sam W.

down by allowing Walker Homesites to come back from a four run deficit and defeat Essex 9-8.

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Matt Puempel... Islanders. Ò I knew I was going to play in the minors. You need that development,Ó he said. What comes next is a mystery but he does know that he will head to the Ottawa Senators main camp in mid-September where he hopes he catches their attention. His resume is chalked full of accomplishments already as he was the Canadian Hockey League Rookie-of-theYear as the top first year player in Major

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Junior Ô AÕ . He said he was very happy to play in Binghampton, which is in New York. He had a roommate and lived just 10 minutes away from the arena. Puempel said the fans were great. This summer he is working out with trainer David Orton from Essex and focusing on what he does best and that is to score goals. Ò ItÕ s what I have to do to get to the next level,Ó he said.

From the sidelines Time to say goodbye to the old arena Essex’s Cory Lemire connects against Amherstburg on Sunday.

by Fred Groves A couple of late inning rallies fell short for the Essex Seniors Sunday night as they lost 7-5 to the visiting Amherstburg Cardinals. The loss saw EssexÕ s record in the Essex County Senior Baseball League record dip to 5-10, which they took against the front running Woodslee Orioles on Thursday. Ò The guys fought right to the end, we were a little rusty. Give credit-wherecredit is due, they beat us,Ó said Essex coach Todd Howson. Essex started on a high note, when in the bottom of the opening frame, plated a pair of runs to take the lead that they maintained until the fourth when the visitors evened the score. Outfielder Brandon Harris got things going for Essex as he had a two rbi singles that scored lead off hitter Andy Jubenville and Cory Lemire. The Seniors were coming off a 10-day layoff. Ò I actually think it helped us. A lot of guys were banged up. We came out quick and got a couple of runs,Ó said Howson.

Newly acquired pitcher Chris Coutino had a great first outing for the locals and pitched into the sixth when veteran Ryan Moore came on in relief. Ò He hasnÕ t thrown in a month-anda-half. He pitched really well, heÕ s a workhorse that can go-and-go,Ó said Howson of Coutino. Essex had a few new faces in the lineup including first baseman Julian Fields who was called up from the major midgets. He played very strong defensively and is expected to join the Seniors when they make the trip to the OBA tournament in Niagara Falls. Ò He is one of those kids who comes out and fills right in,” said Howson. Outfielder Logan McMurren who is returning to the diamond after a very long injury recovery, had a base hit in the bottom of the sixth to score a run. Essex left the bases loaded in both the sixth and seventh inning. Amherstburg scored two more runs in the fifth and three in the sixth that took the wind out of the host team quite a bit. Ò Our defence let us down a little. They scored three unearned runs on two pop flys that were dropped,Ó said Howson. In other senior league action, the Woodslee Orioles won all three of their games. They opened Wednesday night with an 8-4 doubling over the Harrow Juniors in which Todd Kerr was the winning pitcher and Scott Granger had three hits. SundayÕ s double-header saw OriolesÕ ace Willy Froese pitch a gem with a four hit, 4-0, shutout win over the Harrow Seniors. The second game saw Greg Mastronardi, John Chevalier and Jordy Davidson pound out three hits apiece in a 15-6 win over the Harrow Juniors. Cam Dawson got the win on the mound.

by Fred Groves I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but unless the Town of Essex can find a mystery person with $4.2 million, it looks like the Memorial Arena has a date with the wrecking ball. For those whose parents and grandparents helped raise money for this beloved recreational facility and helped with the construction, I am sorry. I spent my share of winters slogging up and down the ice and have very fond memories of getting up early, real early like 5 am on Saturday with my dad and having a quick breakfast before heading over to Fairview Avenue. It was a ritual, father and son did and the best part was when you were really little and did not get to dress in the dressing rooms with the big kids. You and your dad had to bend your heads and duck as you sat on the benches that lined the hallway. I played hockey until I was about 12 and remember a goalie by the name of Greg Moore. He was good, real good. Ross, Paul and Allan Geiger, Bruce and Keith Crowder, Don Davis...the list of guys I played with and watched, I will always keep tucked in my heart and head. As I grew up, I would watch the Friday night juvenile games and then the Essex 73s. I want to thank the Town of Essex and everyone responsible for keeping Ô The Old BarnÕ functional for the past three years in an agreement with our neighbours in Lakeshore. Recently, Glen Mills and the Essex Ravens and the Essex Hurricanes, along with the Southwestern Ontario Military Muster asked the town to take a look at whether or not the 54-year-old arena can be saved. I give credit to the town for hiring an engineer (at taxpayersÕ expense) and doing such a

comprehensive study. A copy of this is available at the town office or I have one and will gladly forward a copy of it to anyone who wishes to see it. Now for the good news. While the old fire hall was replaced and so, soon will be the high school, Essex has a great new facility in the Essex Sports Complex. So what to do with the space that will be left when the Memorial Arena is torn down? I like the idea of re-purposing myself. That area, which is next to the townowned Holy Name School, is a perfect spot for setting up another facility, like a dome for soccer, football and anyone else who would like to use it. For sure, economics plays an important role in any decision but I have said it before and I will say it again, we have many committed communityminded people in this town and we need to partner them up and get behind a solid plan with our town officials. Build it and they will come, and maybe stay.

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