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‘Fire’ brings original sound to Essex Centre by Adam Gault Continuing to highlight Essex County’s incredible array of musical talent, Tune Up the Parks welcomed local hard rock trio “Fire” to Essex Centre on Wednesday, July 18. The local band offered a high-energy, rock experience, reminiscent of the forgotten sounds of hard rock’s heyday. Inspired by ‘70s rock

mainstays, like Rush and Led Zeppelin, this talented young band, whose members range in age from 17 to 22, takes a hands-on approach when it comes to song writing and musical composition. Ensuring its entirely original catalogue takes listeners back to one of rock’s most celebrated eras, “Fire” simultaneously injects its own unique element into

its tunes. “If it’s a day that we’re writing, we’ll shoot for three songs and we usually get there,” Jared Porter, who is both the singer and drummer, explained of the band’s writing process. Porter is joined by fellow bandmates, guitarist Adam McLellan and bassist Andrew Wiens. “In the weeks following, it’s adding guitar solos, and other little parts. It’s just a matter of sitting down and jamming and seeing what you come up with.” The eventual band members met while attending Leamington’s Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School and first began jamming together in Porter’s barn before playing their first show at the now defunct Kingsville Bridge House. Since that inaugural gig, the band has moved onto bigger Windsor venues, including the long standing and venerable “Dominion House.” “We usually try and keep it really fun, really personal, if there’s people

in the crowd who I can tell are the most interested, I’ll try and make conversation with them even from stage,” Porter said of their live show experience. “It’s just all about fun, anyway. We’re doing it because we love it. We’re just more than happy to be playing the music that we write. It’s an opportunity that everybody dreams of, I think.” Speaking as an Essex native, Porter explained initiatives like Tune Up the Parks provide an incredible opportunity to

highlight the strength of the local community and can play a large role in bringing people together. “I grew up here in Essex, so I love anything that the community will put together. Events like these definitely bring people together and I’m more than happy to support the town in any way I can,” Porter commented. “It is all about community. I want to see more kindness, I want to see love being brought back, and I think that rock and roll has in

the past brought people together and I think that’s what we’re trying to do. It’s about a fun time, it’s about making friends.” If you missed Fire’s last Tune Up the Parks performance, you’ll be able to catch a performance again this coming Monday, July 30 as they take the stage at Colchester Harbour and Park at 7 pm. Fire can be followed online at facebook.com/ officalFIRE.

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Municipal election nominations close on Friday by Sylene Argent Those thinking they have what it takes to be at the helm of municipal affairs over the next four years, have until Friday, July 27, at 2:00 p.m., to file, or withdraw, their name as a candidate. Municipal election nominations will then be certified by 4:00 p.m. on July 30. The Town of Essex’s website offers an up-to-date list of potential candidates, leading up to the upcoming nomination deadline. As of Tuesday morning, three candidates are vying for the mayor position for the Town of Essex. Larry Snively, who currently represents Ward 3 at the decision-making table, local business owner Rob Shepley, and 35-year-old University of Windsor graduate, Katie McGuire- Blais, have submitted their names as mayoral candidates ahead of the nomination deadline. Deputy Mayor incumbent Richard Meloche is the only one running for that position to date. This is the first year the Deputy Mayor position will be voted on at large. Earlier this year, Council, after having had a study completed on the matter, voted in favour of adding the eighth chair at the municipal decision-making table to allow the community to decide on the position-holder. Previously, after an election, councillors would decide amongst themselves who would be the Deputy Mayor for the term via secret ballot.

There are currently, six candidates running for one of two councillor positions for Essex Centre (Ward One): Tom Holland, Phil Pocock, Fred Groves, former councillor Morley Bowman, Joe Garon, and incumbent Randy Voakes. There are currently two candidates vying for the one Ward 2 councillor position, which represents McGregor: Kim Verbeek and Mark Williams. Steve Bjorkman, who has been representing Ward One on Council during the current term, will run in hopes of earning one of the two seats on Essex Council that represents Ward 3 (Colchester) in the 2018 election, and so is Chris Vander Doelen. Sherry Bondy will be looking to keep her position as the representative for Ward 4 (Harrow), while former Colchester Councillor, Paul Innes, will look to take over the position. According to the Town’s website, the 2018 Municipal Election will take place on Monday, October 22, 2018, utilizing a paper ballot system and optical scan vote tabulator machines for counting. The new term of office will commence on December 3. The Essex Free Press will print submitted biographies on each hopeful after the nominations are closed and the candidate list is official to help residents select the candidates they want as their representatives later this fall.

Council to consider requests for Essex Town Centre subdivision by Sylene Argent Essex Council held a statutory public meeting on Monday evening, inside the large meeting room at the Essex Municipal Building, which tabled the report, “Essex Town Centre Limited Rezoning Application, R. Valente, agent (Essex Centre, Ward 1)” for public discussion. Policy Planner Jeff Watson’s Report to Council on the matter notes

a rezoning application has been submitted by Essex Town Centre Limited, Remo Valente, agent, for lands comprising Blocks 7 to 18, which is situated south of Maidstone Avenue West and east of Highway # 3. During the meeting, Council learned the background information, were able to ask questions of the project, and heard concerns and ideas from

residents. In the report, Watson noted the subdivision lands are located behind the Canadian Tire Store and Tim Hortons and McDonald’s restaurants. The 85-acre parcel is divided into street blocks on a registered plan of subdivision.

With the exception of two neighbourhood commercial blocks at the future entrance to the subdivision, the property is zoned R2.2, low density residential. Block 7 and Part of Block 8, which are located at Continued on Page 5

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Who do you want to be your representative?

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Well, those wishing to put their names on the municipal election ballet have until the end of the week to do so. It is a big thing, putting oneself out there as a potential municipal representative, especially in the day of social media where others are quick to drag ideas and opinions around. A group on Council determines what administration will implement or go forward with over the next four years, and that is a huge responsibility. It is sometimes not enough to just recreate what other municipalities are doing, it is important to be brave and explore options not yet utilized to really make the municipality stand out in a unique way, which would hopefully be in a positive manner. A council determines where the Town’s funds are directed. I have sat through a lot of budget meetings, and making those decisions, such as which projects can proceed and which cannot, are tough. Some of those decisions may not be popular, but may be the perceived “correct

thing to do.” I find this time, the point where residents are putting their names forward as candidates, to be the most exciting. I am frequently visiting the Town’s website to see if any new names will be added to the municipal election page, and if so, for what position. It is also a time when we can start to learn about their platforms and their intentions. Let’s be real, knowing there is only so much funding to go around, I, personally, am over hearing candidates say they would invest more here or there. What I want to know is how the candidate can think outside the box and just how much of a team player he or she can be. Oh, and we need people who are thick skinned, yet understanding of resident needs and concerns. Unfortunately, elections can be popularity contests. My suggestion is to listen to not only what candidates have to say, but judge candidates on their goals within the municipality

and how they plan to get there. Don’t be persuaded by what I’ll call ‘junk jargon,’ such as “I’m concerned for taxpayers’ dollars,” or “I’ll stand up for ratepayers,” etc. We hear that every election, and although those phrases sound good, they don’t really provide a plan. Beware of the rhetoric. Ask how the candidate will carry out such plans. I take voting very seriously as our veterans have put their lives on the line so we can enjoy making our own decisions. Please, take the time to listen to the candidates once the nominations are finalized; check out their social media pages, read their literature, watch them debate. Really get a good sense of what is being offered before putting those marks on the ballot sheet. These are the individuals who just may drive the municipality over the next four years, and every vote counts.

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New OFA community resource helps drive local economic development by Brent Royce, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

Every community across Ontario has dreamed up, created and carried out interesting programs and events to support their local agri-food sector. These local initiatives are powered by volunteers, and anything that helps get these ideas and projects off the ground saves valuable time and energy. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has created a new online resource to give communities and local municipalities a head start on their next project. It’s an idea bank full of existing projects, programs and tools that any community can access to help with a local initiative. The AgriFood Initiatives Ontario Directory was created to encourage the pay-it-forward premise – sharing resources to encourage others to get a great idea off the ground. By sharing, you can avoid duplication, avoid pitfalls or challenges, and use limited resources more efficiently. The new directory includes more than 700 resources available to the public in an interactive directory including zoning bylaws, local food studies, and funding programs. The directory is designed to help connect ideas and information between communities across Ontario. If you have an idea for a new event or program in your area, chances are that somebody

has already done some of the legwork for a project somewhere else in the province. The directory is the link that can help avoid duplicating some of the planning and execution around an idea by connecting communities with resources that already exist from a similar activity. There were three key drivers for OFA to pull this directory of resources together. To support economic development activities by sharing best practices across the province. To showcase the work communities are doing to promote and support their agri-food sector. And to provide examples of projects that will support the work done by local county federations. There are more than 400 municipalities in Ontario, and OFA has already catalogued more than 700 initiatives that might be just what your community needs to get the next agri-food event or project underway. The new directory of existing resources encourages greater collaboration between communities and will build more capacity for agricultural activities across Ontario to showcase our innovative and dynamic sector.

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Requests for Essex Town Centre subdivision... Continue from Page 3 the entrance to the future subdivision, are zoned C1.1, neighbourhood commercial, which permits retail stores, personal service shops, business and professional offices, and other uses intended to serve this residential subdivision, the report highlights. Applicant, Remo Valente, said this project would be completed in phases, where up to 550 dwelling units of various types could be accommodated. The first phase would consist of 89 homes: 29 single homes, 32 raised ranches, and 28 ranch-style semi-detached homes. Essex Town Centre Subdivision made a zoning request of Council, that the C1.1 zoning applies to Block 7 and Part of Block 8, facing Street A. Between Blocks 7 and 8 is a road right of way, which will provide access to the Canadian Tire store. The applicants are requesting that Block 8, south of the future Canadian Tire roadway, permit R2.2 uses, as well as neighbourhood commercial uses. The report to Council notes the Planning Department has requested a site plan, demonstrating how neighbourhood commercial uses can be accommodated exclusively on Block 7. The applicants are asking for three revisions to the R2.2 zoning regulations. They would like to be permitted to construct the singledetached dwelling on a lot having a minimum width of 40 feet and a lot area of 4300 square feet. Currently, the minimum lot width and lot area are 15m and 5000 square foot,

respectively. It was noted during the meeting that the City of Windsor allows for this lot size, as does Kingsville on a project-to-project basis. Through the meeting, it was noted Valente would like some of the lots to be 40’. He estimated, in the overall project, that 25 percent would have 40’ frontage, if Council will allow. He believes this will be attractive to potential home buyers, who may not be able to afford a $500,000 new home building. They would also like to reduce the width of an exterior side yard, which abuts a public road, from 4.5m to 1.2m, where the lot abuts a road right of way having a width of 20m and 3m where the lot abuts a road right of way of under 20m in width. The applicant is also requesting the elimination of the attached garage width restriction for semidetached and townhome dwellings. Currently, the width of an attached garage is limited to the equivalent of 60 percent of

the width of the dwelling. Watson said this subdivision has been of interest since 2006. Previous terms of Councils have approved requests from former developers of the lot in 2006 and 2013. Council will make a decision on the requests at a subsequent Council meeting, perhaps the August 7 meeting. If the revisions are passed, a subsequent bylaw will be presented in likely September, with a public appeal period. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he understands the need for 40’ lots, but would not like all of the lots to be that size. He did have concerns of the 40’ frontage offering space for only two cars in the driveway, which could create parking issues in the future. If 40’ lots are used, he would like to see larger front yards so more driveway space could be implemented. He said he was not in favour of garages that cover the whole front of a home. Councillor Sherry Bondy said she was warming up to the 40’

frontage idea and did not have issue with the side lot request. She was not crazy about removing the garage restriction. Valente said it is hoped the starting price for the homes would be in the $300,000 range. Due to the upfront costs for storm water management to each lot to be created, Valente said it is desirable to presell the lots in the first phase to builders to get the development started. Residents of the area had a chance to speak. One note there was concern that with a reduced lot size as there could be several homes abutting an existing backyard, but was not opposed to the subdivision so long as it is done correctly. Chris Nepszy, Essex’s Director of Infrastructure & Development, said the applicants will have to submit storm water and sewage management plans for the Town to review. The applicant will also have to abide by a few County of Essex bylaws, as it would abut a County road.

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BIA Report: a few changes have occurred downtown Essex Centre by Sylene Argent The downtown Essex Centre Business core is always changing. The Essex Centre BIA was pleased to welcome a few new businesses recently and promote changes to existing facilities. Recently, the Essex

Centre BIA welcomed Pediatrician Dr. Ann Contrucci, who recently opened Shore 2 Shore Pediatrics, which is located inside the Essex Medical Centre, 186 Talbot St. S, Suite B. To make young clients feel welcome, Shore 2 Shore

Pediatrics is decorated with kites and art. Dr. Contrucci is new to the area and brings with her the experience of having worked in pediatrics in the ER at hospitals in the US. Century 21 has also moved into town, taking

over the facility located next to The Law Office of Timothy Meloche. There have been changes to some of the existing Essex Centre businesses. The former WRA X-Ray Clinic has rebranded and is now

called Clear Medical Imaging; Spoonz! is under new ownership and as a result, has a new menu; Olde School Deli & CafĂŠ now has a new outdoor patio area; Hyatt Lassaline LLP has been merged and is now Grant Thornton LLP;

Ken Knapp Ford has added a dog park to its facility that clients are utilizing with their canine companions as their vehicles get serviced. Kennedy Funeral Home now has a backyard oasis, an outdoor area with a gas fireplace and barbeque, clients can utilize. It is wheelchair accessible and is connected to the funeral home. This is an area to which families can retreat, or it can be used as a space for receptions or dinners place between visitations. By the end of the year, the Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic will be located upstairs at the Essex Medical Centre, 186 Talbot Street South. The clinic is also working to establish a third location in Amherstburg. After eight years in operation, it was recently announced Golden Girls Fashions will close nearing the end of September, due to the sale of the building. Looking ahead, the Essex Centre BIA and the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village will host the Essex Dream Cruise In along Talbot Street in Essex Centre from 3-9pm on Friday, August 3. Custom, classic, and antique cars are welcome to come park. Everyone is welcome to enjoy sidewalk sales and live music from the Rio Michaels Trio.

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Federal NDP leader tours the region to talk trade, tariffs, and affordable housing Photo submitted: MP Tracey Ramsey, MPP Taras Natyshak, and Federal NDP Leader, Jagmeet Singh, received a tour of Atlas Tube from CEO Barry Zekelman.

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by Sylene Argent Essex MP Tracey Ramsey and MPP Taras Natyshak were part of a regional tour that took Federal NDP Party Leader Jagmeet Singh to various businesses and groups throughout the region to discuss trade, housing issues, and other matters affecting the area. On Saturday, Singh visited Atlas Tube for a tour with CEO Barry Zekelman. Ramsey said important conversations were had at the local business about the impact recently implemented US tariffs have had on the industry and jobs. Discussions also surrounded around the need for support for the Canadian steel industry and jobs, and what good

paying jobs mean to small communities. The second stop of the tour included a labour roundtable in Windsor where trade impacts were again discussed, in addition to child poverty and lack of accessibility to affordable housing. On Saturday evening, Singh, Ramsey said, attended the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) Local 773 centennial anniversary. She said many attended the gala at the Windsor Casino. A big highlight of the night was learning how this Local was a part of major infrastructure builds in the region over the 100 years it has been in operation. On Sunday, tour participants took part in a luncheon with legal aid representatives and those who work with migrant workers. Challenges they face were discussed, Ramsey said. The tour also visited Jobin Farms, where Ramsey said dairy

farmers spoke about worries with NAFTA and supply management. Ramsey said WindsorEssex is getting hit hard by trade war. She said the local representatives

wanted to show Singh that Windsor-Essex is a vibrant area, and covey the issues the region is facing.

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Support for Veterans Voices of Canada sought at County Council by Adam Gault Local committee members representing Veterans Voices of Canada attended Essex County Council on Wednesday, July 18, regarding the upcoming “128 Flags of Remembrance Ceremony.” This event will take place along the Detroit River in Windsor’s Assumption Park this coming

September. For the past five years, Veterans Voices of Canada has been championing the “128 Flags of Remembrance Ceremony,” which began as an initiative of Veterans Voices of Canada founder, Sylvan Lake, who travels across Canada, documenting the stories of our veterans to be donated to educational

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of Canada. “It’s quite a moving ceremony, and quite frankly, it is a celebration of life, often times for the short period of time we had these men with us in our community.” Veterans Voices of Canada attended the Essex County Council meeting seeking a donation in support of one of the 128 flags. Each flag that will be flown in Assumption Park requires a benefactor with a minimum $200 donation, which will be used to support a sponsored Honour Plaque that will be dedicated to a service member, past or present, as well as support the organization’s core mandate of interviewing and documenting the experiences of Canadian veterans to share with educational institutions across the country.

Council supported a motion to fund one of the flags and its respective Honour Plaque. The municipalities of Essex County may put forward similar motions to support additional flags to their respective councils in the coming weeks. Members of the public

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Point Pelee’s BioBlitz hosted to track species

Tammy Dobbie, Point Pelee National Park’s Ecologist, shows oﬀ the iNaturalist app, which experts and volunteers used to document diﬀerent plant, animal, and insect species during the 24-hour BioBlitz event.

by Sylene Argent A 24-hour long BioBlitz was hosted at Point Pelee National Park, starting on Saturday at noon, which linked experts, well versed in a variety of nature-related subjects, to volunteers in an effort to document different plant, insect, and bird species found within the natural area. The event was also held to help commemorate Point Pelee National Park’s 100 years of conservation. The documentation submitted over the course of the event will be

compiled and will help with the preservation of the Park’s natural and cultural heritage. Participants were urged to document their species survey with the use of the iNaturalist app on their personal devices. Now, Park employees will be able to go through all the research presented, which gives a nice snap shot of the species at the Park, at a specific location and time. Tammy Dobbie, the Park’s Ecologist, said the BioBlitz event produced important data that will help

protect the Park by helping to direct decisions in the future. Because members of the public are linked with experts, they received a wonderful opportunity to be educated about the many species that may be existing right beneath their noses. “I learned a lot in the past 24 hours,” Dobbie said, noting experts were able to forward information about the species onsite that will be helpful in maintaining them in the future. Though the weekend was met with rainy weather, Dobbie was pleased with the event turnout, calling it a success. A little dampness, she added, is not likely to scare naturalists away too easily. She noted the rain also helped to bring out certain species, such as snails, that had been in hiding since the weather had previously been so dry. She is confident that through the research, species never found at the Park before, or maybe even in Canada, will have been identified. The WindsorEssex region does get species that cannot live in other areas of the nation because of the climate. In addition to the research component of the event, the BioBlitz offered a nature photography workshop, a kids butterfly hike, plant

and tree hikes, a native plant workshop, a freighter canoe tour, and insect and moths after dark workshops. Youth events were also incorporated into the event as well to engage younger individuals and encourage them to want to protect the environment. Prior to this weekend’s BioBlitz, Point Pelee hosted a similar event on Middle Island where a Doc Spider was found, which was a whopping 3.4 grams. Dobbie is thinking this may be a record-setting arachnid.

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entertaining options on the horizon, families and individuals with hectic schedules need to start scoping out their summer festival options early. Here’s how to navigate the bevy of offerings and get ready for several months of

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calendar-of-events pages in local newspapers. Visit the website of your local chamber of commerce or tourism board to see if they have listings of upcoming local events. • Choose your preferences. Make fair and festival planning a family affair. Look for events that appeal to all members of the household, or allow each member of the family a weekend afternoon to find events that cater to their interests. Take out the calendar and mark mustsee festivals out as early as possible. • Sign up for updates. Many fairs and festivals are annual events. Visit their websites and sign up for an email mailing list so you can receive updates on events. Joining mailing lists may even make you eligible for coupons or entrance fee discounts on certain days. • Secure accommodations. Increase the enjoyment factor of the fair or festival by not being pressed for time. Book a room in a nearby hotel or

motel and turn a weekend festival excursion into a mini-vacation. • Dress the part. Festivals and fairs typically take place outdoors. Dress according to the morning forecast. Layer clothing so that everyone can take off or add items to feel comfortable. Wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses may provide relief from overhead sun. Plus, don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes, as festivalgoers tend to walk a lot. Apply and reapply sunblock throughout the day as necessary. • Plan your transportation. Typically fairs and festivals can get crowded quickly, with

ingress and egress roads being blocked by traffic. Also, parking lots may fill up fast. Plan to leave early for the fair, and consider public transportation, shuttle buses, or a rideshare service to make the day more carefree. • Identify a meeting spot. In the event that a child or adult separates from the group, find a meeting spot where the family can gather. Children can also carry a note listing an adult’s mobile phone number for emergencies. Fairs and festivals are an annual ritual for many people. Now is the time to plan for these fun-filled excursions.

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Family Event Returns to Colchester submitted to EFP After last year’s wildly successful celebration of Colchester’s 225th birthday, the Town of Essex is back with another community event. On Saturday, July 28, from noon until 10:30pm, members of the community are invited to Colchester Park (100 Jackson Street) for the Colchester Family Fun Event. The event will kick-off with the unveiling of a brand new heritage plaque at 12:15pm, followed by a Colchester Heritage Talk by Mike Drexler at 12:45pm. The event will feature also a wide-range of familyfriendly offerings. • Noon to 4:00pm- Bike Windsor Essex hosts their Bike Rodeo, which will teach kids important bike safety tips. • 1:00pm- Entertainer Beebo will wow the crowds with his unique musical stylings. • 2:30pm- Kingsport Environmental will show off their stunning Birds of Prey. •3:30pm- Enchanted Adventure Parties will bring the magic with princesses and superheroes. The party will continue into the evening with musical acts. • 4:45pm- Harrow’s own Max Marshall will bring his acoustic and folk stylings to the stage. • 6:45pm- Award-winning duo, the Oh Chays, will wow the crowd with a soulful and genre-bending style of music. • 8:45pm- Canadian Celtic rockers, Mudmen, will crank up the volume with their bagpipe-laden rock and roll tunes. The fun will finish with a spectacular fireworks show, sponsored by the Rafih Auto Group starting at 9:45pm. Event admission and parking are free. The Harrow Kinsmen will also be on-site with a BBQ fundraiser.

What to know before going camping Comedian Jim Gaffigan often jokes that camping is a tradition in his wife’s family, but he’s what people would consider “indoorsy.” Gaffigan notes that the idea of burning a couple of vacation days sleeping on the ground outside isn’t his idea of fun. But the comic may be in the minority. Camping is one of the most popular outdoor recreational activities in North America. The statistics resource Statistica says the revenue of campgrounds and RV parks was estimated at $5.8 billion in 2015. More than $2.5 billion was relegated to camping equipment spending. In Canada, National Park attendance is typically indicative of camping stays. Parks

Canada said there was a 4 percent increase in overall visitation between 2009 and 2014. Camping takes many forms. Some purists equate camping to minimalist survival — eking out an

existence for a few days with nothing more than a tent, a single roll of toilet paper, and a fishing pole. Others enjoy the creature comforts of home and would readily consider camping something

done from their climate controlled RV. Camping ranges between sleeping under the open stars and glamping — a style of camping with amenities and potentially

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one defines camping, information is the key to becoming the proverbial “happy camper.” The following list is a general starting off point for planning a camping adventure. • Not all campsites are equal. When choosing a campsite, seek an area that offers the amenities you desire. Popular places like lakeside spots or those close to trails tend to book up early. Also, consider proximity to bathrooms, showers and ingress/egress spots. People who desire solitude will pick different campsites than those who want to be near the family action. • Choose a tent for the weather. Supplies will differ depending on the temperatures when you plan to camp. Select a tent with a sun-protection sealant to prolong its longevity. Opt for a location with partial afternoon shade to keep the campsite and tent cool. Face the tent door into the wind for a breeze (and also to keep mosquitoes from camping alongside you). Speak with a camping supply retailer about your

camping needs. • Bring along low-salt, high-protein snacks. Low-salt, high-protein snacks will keep you fueled for day trips along the trails without making you thirsty. Dried berries and high-fiber trail mixes also can keep energy levels up. • Invest in an insulating pad. A good insulating pad will keep you comfortable when sleeping on the ground. Such a pad also will serve as an extra moisture barrier and will help keep you warm or cool. • Use the moon. If this is your first time camping, schedule the night out to coincide with a full moon. There will be extra light at night to chase away any fears and make navigating a bit easier. • Be an early bird. To see wildlife, hit the trails as early as possible. Early morning hours also are cooler for working. Remember that camping involves getting in touch with nature. Leave the campsite how you found it, taking trash along with you. Source: Metrocreativeconnection

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Essex native has found success in the art of drag Photo credit: Adam Zivo

by Sylene Argent Essex native Jo Primeau has made a successful career for himself in Toronto as a drag queen, and recently experienced a once in a lifetime, surreal moment he will surely never forget. He was hired as his drag queen persona, Juice Boxx, to ride in the Crest Whitestrips float during the Pride Parade in Toronto.

While headed down the parade route, a friend slapped his hand to get his attention and pointed to an upcoming digital billboard that was coming into site at Yonge–Dundas Square. The billboard displayed a photo of Juice Boxx from the recent Ikea marketing campaign that challenged participants to choose from a list of items to create a

look. “It was so cool,” the 29-year-old said of the experience. He had worn a dress he had made out of an umbrella by cutting a hole in the material and held another umbrella in the open position for the Ikea photo. He was proud to say to others, “yes that’s me”

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Essex native has found success in the art of drag... while on the parade float. Ikea had asked him to participate in the campaign. “It was amazing two days,” he said. In high school, Primeau said he was interested in theatre and got into playing with makeup. “I was always a really creative kid,” he said, which encouraged him to attend the University of Windsor to pursue a degree in fine arts. He later attended CMU in Toronto, which is private school offering an eightmonth program that teaches fashion makeup, prosthetic design, and how to design creature creation. Primeau said attending the school was quick, but it was intensive. From there, he started working as a makeup artist in film and TV, where he got to meet a lot cool celebrities. He worked in film and TV as a makeup artist for around three years. “It’s a slow build. It’s long hours. I’d often start at 5 or 7 a.m. and would be there until midnight sometimes. It is a minimum 12-hour day.” He left the industry around five years ago to work at MAC Cosmetics in Toronto as an artist. He remained at MAC Cosmetics until recently, when he decided to do drag full time as his on-stage persona, Juice Boxx. “It was getting busy. The work was getting good. I had to ask myself ‘do I go to work at MAC or take these really neat opportunities,” Primeau said of the decision for the career change. “My husband sat me down one day and said, ‘quit MAC, see how it works.’ I’ve been

full time drag ever since. “It was scary,” Primeau said of the career transition. “It was also nice to almost always say ‘yes’ to a job.” Three years ago, Primeau and a group of friends decided they were going to enter the annual Crews & Tangos Drag Race competition in Toronto, which took place every Sunday night over an eightweek duration. That first year, he placed fourth as Juice Boxx, which is what introduced the artists to drag. “I got bit by the bug. I started having fun with it,” he said, adding once he was signed up for the contest, he got a little competitive. “I used to go out a lot,” Primeau said of his genesis in drag. “I was a little socialite. It was something I always saw. I was friends with a lot of drag queens. I was helping them get ready [for performances] as a makeup artist. I had just made a joke, we should do it just for one time.” Heading into the 2018 competition, Primeau quit his job at MAC, with hopes of putting all of his focus into winning. The risk paid off and his first-place win earned him a $5000 prize and trip to Aruba. Juice Boxx said, “The crowd really enjoyed me. I loved the attention.” In the recent past, Juice Boxx has made appearances on TV, including “The Goods” in Toronto. He has also interviewed on TVO about the influences of drag, the history of drag, and its sense of activism, which Primeau said helps to blur the line of male and female.

“You can’t be shy [to do drag]. I find when you get into drag, you become a different person. When you get on stage, you have this different persona, this confidence exudes from you and you just show off,” he said. Currently, Juice Boxx has one permanent show a week, and could work up to seven nights a week. “I like to have a lot of energy. I like to give it 100 percent, whether its two people in the bar or 4000. There could be someone in the audience who needs the energy,” he said of getting on stage as Juice Boxx. Primeau said Juice Boxx’s persona took him a while to perfect. “I always wanted to be pretty. No matter what. Eventually, about a year-and-a-half in, I started wearing pink or lavender hair. I would only wear bright colours. Everything is very girly. It has to have a rhinestone somewhere. I flip my hair a lot, which ruins a lot of wigs.” As Juice Boxx, Primeau also loves incorporating cosplay into the act, sometimes. “It just depends on what the show needs. Sometimes, I can be creative [with it]. Primeau’s husband helps make costumes for Juice Boxx. “When he’s got the time, he sits and plans for me. It’s his creative outlet. He’s my manager. “When I was in high school, I didn’t have big dreams. I think I just wanted to live in Essex and paint. For me that’s what I was planning, until I saw those opportunities,” Primeau

said, who now does not like to think too far into the future. “I like where I am. I like to give myself a year of a flexible goal that coincides with husband’s goals to make it work.” Advice he gives for anyone who would like to find success as an artist is, “Find your own way and make it work. You have to do the research. If there is no market, make a market. Be the best. There’s a lot of people who think you can

coast through it. You can’t be scared about moving, traveling. You got to find the need and go to it and create the need.” To those who may want to get into drag, Primeau said, “It doesn’t matter if you are a man or woman, you can do whatever kind of drag you want. Whatever you do, it should be good. You have to perform as much as you can. Have someone record your performance and critic it. Whatever you do should

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be excellent. The only thing people should want to see is you, [if not] you are not being captivating enough.” Primeau will take part in the upcoming WindsorEssex Pride Fest, which will take place from August 8-12. He also has a few things in the works for what he hopes will be a really good 2019. Primeau can be followed on Instagram @ Juiceboxxofficial.

Make your next beach trip more eco-friendly The word “summer” conjures up many things, but perhaps nothing more so than the beach. According to the United States Lifesaving Association, beach attendance in 2016 exceeded 211 million visitors, suggesting that beaches are arguably the most popular spots in the country to unwind and soak up some rays. But the popularity of beaches is not exclusive to the United States, and people across the globe have an incentive to make their visits to the beach as eco-friendly as possible. Clean beaches make days lounging on the sand more enjoyable, and beaches that are well-maintained will remain hotspots for summer fun for decades to come. • Avoid the dunes. Dunes do more than just add character and beauty to beaches. Dunes protect coastal properties from sea waves and provide habitats for certain plants and animals. While storm waves can remove sand from dunes and contribute to erosion, human activity, such was walking through dunes instead of utilizing walkovers that carry beachgoers over the dunes, also can track sand away from the dunes. Over time, that can lead to erosion. • Leave nothing behind but a sand castle. When packing for a day at the beach, pack only those items that you can take with you when the day ends. Bring water in reusable water bottles you might bring to campsites, and bring reusable utensils so you won’t have to make any trips to the garbage can while you’re at the beach. One stiff summer

breeze can blow trash right out of beach garbage cans, increasing the likelihood that garbage ends up in the ocean. That risk is nonexistent if beachgoers bring only reusable materials they plan to take home with them. • Keep a watchful eye on dogs. Many people like to bring their dogs to the beach. But dog owners must monitor their dogs to ensure they don’t relieve themselves in the ocean. According to the Pacific Shellfish Institute, pet waste can reduce oxygen content in the oceans, potentially harming fish and threatening their existence. When packing for the beach, dog owners who plan to bring their four-legged friends should make sure they pack enough bags to collect their dogs’ excrement. Discard each bag appropriately. • Get your hands “dirty.” Many people understandably view the beach as a getaway where they want to relax rather than work. But beachgoers can do their part to protect the surf and sand by picking up any litter they see while strolling the sand. One need not conduct an extensive beach cleanup, but every piece of trash beachgoers pick up is a piece of trash that does not find its way into the ocean, where it can negatively affect marine life and make swimming in the ocean less enjoyable. Hundreds of millions of people visit beaches every year. Protecting these popular getaways does not take much effort, but those efforts can have a lasting impact.

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Summer heat facts and safety For many people, summertime is synonymous with trips to the beach, water sports, and recreation. Even though summer warmth is a welcome break from winter weather for many people, State Farm warns that heat is one of the leading causes of weather-related fatalities, resulting in hundreds of deaths each year in the United States alone. Ensuring summer recreation plans remain enjoyable means keeping an eye out for heat-related illnesses and other dangers. • Hot cars can be traps. It is never safe to leave a pet, child, elderly person, or disabled individual locked in a car. Temperatures can climb rapidly inside of a sealed vehicle, even if the windows are cracked. • Pay attention. Listen to or read weather forecasts to stay abreast of potential temperature changes as well as the heat index. Discuss safety precautions with members of the family and make sure everyone knows what to do in an emergency. • Stock up on fluids. The Red Cross says to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, even if you are not thirsty. Avoid drinks with alcohol or caffeine. Make sure the elderly also get plenty of water, as they often do not recognize dehydration as readily as others. • Limit strenuous activities. Reschedule outdoor activities if there is a heat wave, or move them to cooler times of the day. Spend the hottest portion of the day, usually between noon and 3 p.m., in the shade or inside in the air conditioning. People on job sites should take more frequent breaks and find shade

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whenever possible during these hours. • Change your clothes. Loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing will help keep you cool. Avoid dark colors when spending time in the sun. • Recognize distress signals. Heat stress, exhaustion and heat stroke progress as symptoms worsen. Nausea, weakness, elevated body temperature, clammy skin, confusion, and delirium are some of the symptoms of heat-related illnesses. • Find ways to stay cool. Not everyone has air conditioning. On especially warm days, going to public places with air conditioning, such as libraries, can help. Be sure to check on the elderly or others who may have difficulty finding cool places to spend their day. Days in the sun are meant to be fun, but hot days also require extreme caution.

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(NC) Although vacation memories are unforgettable, pictures help to preserve times spent abroad. Whether you’re travelling with others or braving the world solo, you’ll encounter something new each moment. You may have an eye for taking professionalquality photos, or just want to do it for the ‘gram. Either way, here are tips on taking the best photos to keep your experiences for a lifetime: Spice it up. Integrate lots of variety into your

photos to make them dynamic. You don’t want them all to look the same, so take pictures of everything — old ruins and new architecture, bustling cities and serene nature, famous landmarks and interesting side-streets. Make friends. Meeting the locals will add vibrancy to your photos. They can introduce you to places off the beaten path where less tourists gather, resulting in unique — and less busy — photographs. Capture real life. Don’t spend too much time staging your photos; you want them to be as natural as possible. You don’t need to make them perfect, but they should be authentic. These are the

types of photos you’ll look back on fondly years down the road. Switch out of selfie mode. You’re travelling to see new things, broaden your mind and experience new parts of the world, so resist the urge to take selfies everywhere you go. Turn your camera outward and take photos with friends and the landscape to limit the number of self-portraits you take. Use a quality camera. Invest in a good-quality camera to take your photos from mediocre to worldclass. The Instax Square

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Riding talent highlighted at Lazee G Ranch’s “Phantom Masquerade”

LEGAL NOTICE

Creditors and others having claims against the said deceased, who died on or about the 30th day of June, 2018, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned on or before the 24th day of August, 2018, after which date the assets of the said deceased will be distributed having regard only to the claims that have then been received. DATED at Essex, Ontario this 19th day of July, 2018. JOSEPH A. BYRNE HICKEY, BYRNE Barristers and Solicitors 14 Centre Street, ESSEX, Ontario, N8M 1N9 Solicitor for the Estate herein

by Adam Gault For the past dozen years, the Gagnon family’s owned and operated Lazee G Ranch has been showcasing some of Essex County’s up and coming equestrian talent at the annual ‘Shodeo’ performances. Taking over the southeast Windsor ranch for two performances this past weekend, this year’s Shodeo theme was “Phantom Masquerade,” which was a tribute of sorts to the long-running musical, “The Phantom of

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Claims against the Estate of HELEN LOUISE UPCOTT, late of Cottam, Ontario, who died on June 28, 2018, must be in my hands by September 1, 2018 after which date the estate will be distributed. WILLIAM K. KENDRICK, Barrister & Solicitor, 903-500 Ouellette Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 1B3, Solicitor for the Estate Trustee.

Jack Morris

The Opera.” Featuring trick riding, high jumping, synchronized team riding, and gymnastics on horseback, the annual crowd-pleasing event offered the ranch’s students of all ages the opportunity to showcase their talent, as well as the progression in their hose riding abilities since enrolling in one of the many riding classes offered at the local ranch. “All of our riding students that have been riding all year, it’s something they look forward to. They’ve practiced their drills, or their riding skills, and then they’re able to apply them in front of an audience,” explained riding instructor Hanna Colenutt of the ranch’s longstanding tradition. “We have some students that’ve been riding for 12 years, they’ve been here for every Shodeo we’ve ever done. Then we have new students that start every year, and they hear about this Shodeo and it’s something they can work

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Farm Machinery Auc on Sale Final Installment of Property Taxes If you own property in the Town of Essex you should have received your final tax bill for 2018 in early July. The first installment is due on July 31, 2018 and the final instalment is due October 31, 2018. Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve you from payment of taxes or penalties. Penalties are assessed on the first day of every month at 1.25% and each month thereafter until paid. It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure the Town has the correct mailing address. If you did not receive a final tax notice please call 519-776-7336 extension 3050 or visit Town Hall at 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON. Changes to credit card payments for property taxes at Town Hall As of June 30, 2018, Town Hall will no longer accept property tax payments via credit card over the phone. There will also be a $1,000 limit on in-person transactions. Tax Registration The Municipal Act, 2001 allows a municipality to begin the tax sale process on a property on January 1, if there is an arrears balance due where any part is outstanding from two tax years prior. The Town of Essex adheres to this timeline for tax sale. For more information on tax sale process and taxes in general please visit www.essex.ca/taxes.

Saturday, August 4 at 10:00 am For Bruce & Be y Lou Nussey, Comber, in Essex County. Sale will be held at the Nussey farm located at 8423 Lakeshore Rd 305, Comber. From Hwy 401 take exit # 48 north on Comber Sideroad approx. 1 km to Lakeshore Rd 305, go east approx. 1 km to farm. No Reserve. Farms are rented. This is a well cared for, stored inside line of farm machinery. Tractors: A.C. model 8030 dsl, 4785 hrs, this tractor is sharp & clean, has new cab interior, 3 hydr. outlets, real good 18.4x38 rear & 1100x16SL front res, shi on the go & sells w/axle duals & front end weights; M.F. 290 dsl, 2530 hrs, new rubber all around, 15.5x38 rear res, open sta on; M.F. 165 dsl, open sta on, 4695 hrs, new 13.6x38 res; Low Hr Combine in very good condi on: Deutz Allis Gleaner F3 dsl, 1500 hrs on separator, 2135 engine hrs, sells w/15’ Flex head table w/golden cut knife, has hydr. trans.; Corn Head: 4 row 38” A.C. corn head, will sell separate; Tillage: 18 1/2 ‘ Triple K cult. w/wire roller model PJB; 18’ IH wheel disc model 496 side fold; 5 furrow Overum spring trip plow; 19’ land leveler; three piece 20’ cul packer package sells as one unit; Gravity Wagons: two Kilbros model 350; J&M model 250-7; three 250 + bu gravi es; four smaller gravi es; all wagons on good chassis & res; Auger, Sprayer, Water Tank: Market hydr. plas c auger; Hardie sprayer w/42’ boom, 500 gal tank, foam unit, etc; 1500 gal water tank sells on wagon chassis w/transfer pump as complete unit; Other Items: New Idea single auger snowblower; 6’ – 3 ph chopper; small 3 ph scraper blade; V-ditcher; 2 wheel trailer; 6 row Triple K Cult.; pickup truck toolbox; 2 piles of pa o bricks. Note: not a lot of small items. Terms cash, debit, personalized cheque day of sale. Owner or auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Proprietors: Bruce & Be y Lou Nussey, 519-687-2198 Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com

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Truth is the line which separates honesty from deceit, and purity from stain Truth is the fruit of the vine, the travelers compass, the pinnacle of morality Truth is the foundation upon which all goodness, all righteousness is built

Married August 3, 1968, at Immaculate Conception C Church, Ottawa St., Windsor. We are celebrating with an Open House, on Saturday, JJuly 28, 2018 from 1 - 4 pm. At Maidstone Recreation C Centre, 10720 County Rd. 34. Best Wishes Only, gguitars and pickers welcome!

Truth is the food which nourishes a tormented mind hungering for peace and tranquility Truth is what is left after all the layers of dishonesty and sin are peeled away and discarded Truth is the heart, the soul, the mind, and the essence of Almighty God

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SAGAERT, Antoinette - was born on September 22, 1923 in Belgium and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved wife of the late Roger (1981). Loving Mother of Jenny and Bill Van Impe, John and Kelly, Jim and Cheryl and Jerry and Gabriella. Proud Grandma of Karen, Gina, Jeanine, Brent, Melissa, Matt, Linda and Ashley. Great Grandma of Alicia, Mary Lyn, Costa, Connor, Maverick, Kendra, Abbey and Great Great Grandma of Dominic, Aliyah and Jocelyn. Predeceased by her 8 siblings in Belgium and her best friend Albert Vriesacker. In following Antoinette’s wishes, private family services will take place followed by interment. If desired memorial donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice by contacting Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) or online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca ___________________________________________________

COWAN, Blair - Passed away on July 6, 2018 in Toronto, aged 59. Dear youngest brother of Carol and partner Grace; Craig and wife Dorothy; Brian and wife Kelly. Predeceased by parents, Stewart and Edith. Survived by many nephews and nieces, cousins, coworkers and friends. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael’s Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto M5B 1W8 www.stmichaelshospital.com.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

JULY 28  COOPER’S HAWK VINEYARDS’ GONE COUNTRY FOR UNITED WAY www.coopershawk.ihubapp.ca/events/562 - From 4 - 10pm. 1425 Iler Rd., Harrow.

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JULY 28  COLCHESTER FAMILY FUN EVENT  FREE admission. At Colchester Park, from12 - 10:30pm. BBQ, heritage events, kid’s events, entertainment, & ﬁreworks.

Carchedi - Giuseppe (Joey)

AUG.4 & 5  SUNPARLOUR RODEO - 1835 County rd 18, RR2, Kingsville, at 6PM nightly. For more info: www.sunparlourrodeo.com.

April 5, 1978 - July 24, 1982

This Day is remembered and quietly kept. No words are needed, as we do not forget. For in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. ~ Sadly missed by; Mom, Dad, Paula, Giulia, and Tony

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In Loving Memory of our dear parents

Grace - April 2, 2014 Stan - July 27, 1993 ~ Forever in our hearts ~ - Rob, Brenda, Pat, Fred, David, & Families

AUG. 8  12  WINDSOR ESSEX PRIDE FESTIVAL - Parade, Glitterball, Entertainment, panel discussions, and more. For more info: www.wepridefestival.com. AUG. 10  12  COMBER FAIR  Gates open at 8am at the Comber Community Centre, 7001 Isabella Street. For more info: www.comberfair.on.ca. AUG. 10  12  KINGSVILLE FOLK FESTIVAL  For info & lineup: www. kingsvillefolfest.org. 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. AUG. 17  OUELLETTE CAR CRUISE  from 1:00 - 11:00PM - Rendezvous at Riverfront Festival Plaza. 6PM - 11Pm Car Cruise. www.cruisinouellette.ca. AUG. 24  26  TECUMSEH CORN FESTIVAL  Opens at 12pm. 12021 McNorton St. For info: www.tecumseh.ca/residents/tourism-and-events/corn-festival. 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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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Join us in our air conditioned sanctuary every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for an inspirational message from Major Sam Roberts. Refreshments are served after the service, so that we can enjoy a brief time of fellowship. If you need a break on a Tuesday, stop by our SA Cafe at the church between 10am and noon for refreshments and a chance to visit and make new friends. If you want to read, play a board game, or do a jig saw puzzle, these activities are available as well.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

‘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. Retrouvaille - for help and hope for a better marriage. On August 17- 19 at the Holy Family Retreat House. For more information: 1-800-705-6356 or visit: saveourmarriage.ca. 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!

Trinity Church 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 for Sunday Service at 10am.This is a joint service with Belle River United Church, at Woodslee. Rev. Murray Rounding will lead the service. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Gayle Mitchell. Jean Matalik and George Sutherland will greet you. Rev. Murray Rounding is the Pastoral Charge Supervisor and is available for funerals and for any issues that may arise. He can be reached at: 519-990-9713.

During the months of July and August, the office is open on Thursday. Please call ahead before coming. Woodslee/ Belle River United Church Annual Golf Tournament: Saturday August 11 at Tilbury Golf Club, located at 20425 County Rd 46, Tilbury. Teeoff times starting at 1pm. For more information, contact Arnie Palmer at 519-257-7420 or Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-6312. Proceeds will be donated to Woodslee and Belle River United Church. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Jay spoke on how we can’t let distractions get in our way. We need to always be prepared and ready for what God has for us. Healing Rooms at ACM are open on Saturdays from 9amnoon; a place where you are welcomed, blessed, and refreshed by our prayer team. Intercession is Tuesday and Friday mornings at 9am. Camp Impact, “Space Camp,” is from August 7-9th, for children who’ve completed grades JK-6. Titian Ministries fundraising yard sale is on August 18th. Promotion Sunday is September 9th. For more information visit our website at www.

acmrevivalcentre.com. Be Blessed!

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We have entered into the warm summer days. Just to let you know that we meet at Church of the Redeemer in July at 10:00am, which is air conditioned and is accessible. If you haven’t been out to see us lately, please come by and see the beautiful renovations we have done to our beautiful little church. In August, we meet at St. Stephen’s at 10:00am and it also is air conditioned and accessible. Thank you to the lay leadership of the parish for sharing its amazing gifts.

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Harrow United Church

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 (519) 733-2305 www.kingsville.ca

submitted by Larry Anderson

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.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church The office is closed most Fridays during the months of July and August. Please check the calendar on the website, or phone ahead, if you plan on stopping in. God’s Backyard Bible Camp VII...God in Nature - August 13-17, 2018 at Essex United Church, for ages 5-11 (must be 5-years old prior to the start of the camp or have had one year of school). Cost is free. For more information or to register, call: 519-776-5121 by August 10. The next Crafters/Vendors Market is set for Saturday, August 18th from 10am - 2pm. Please call: 519-980-4942 for more details or table rentals. Please note our Summer Worship Schedule is now in effect, services for the month of July will be at St Paul’s at 10am on Sundays. In August, the services will move to Trinity Cottam at 9:15am 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. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Shirley Stiers had high score at Saturday afternoon Euchre. Tom Dewhurst and Dorothy Fields tied for second and Lawrence Dobson and Judy Kelly tied for low score. Floyd Cascadden had high score at Monday night Pepper. George Diesbourg and Wayne R. tied for the most peppers and Judy Kelly was low score. Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Floyd Cascadden with high score, Larry Waalewyn with low score, and Janece McLaughlin with the most peppers. Debbie Monchamp had high score on Wednesday night Pepper. Audrey Stanley had the most peppers and Joanne Diesbourg was low score. Joan Broders had high score at Thursday night Pepper, followed by Diana Dennis.

Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Mark your calendars for Life Teen Mass on Sunday, August 12th at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, followed by a free BBQ and baseball game. This is geared to high school youth. Mark your calendars now for the grand opening on Sunday, September 30th at 1 p.m. If you have extra fresh vegetables from your garden, why not donate them to the Essex Food Bank? It is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30a.m. to 1p.m. Vacation Bible School for ages 3 to 13 years old, takes place on August 13th to 17th at Holy Name of Jesus Church and it’s free! Registration forms are at the back of the Church. Sign up now for the annual St. Mary’s Altar Society’s Golf Tournament on September 23rd at Willow Creek. Registration forms can be found at the back of the church. There will only be one summer bulletin for July and one for August. All Mass intentions are posted at the back of the Church. 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.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE – 5 YEAR OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW WHEN:

August 15, 2018

WHERE: Town of Kingsville Municipal Building (Council Chambers), 2021 Division Rd. N., Kingsville, ON TIME:

2:00 to 8:00 pm

A location map is not provided with this notice, as the Official Plan Review applies to all lands within the corporation limits of the Town of Kingsville. Purpose: The Official Plan is a statement of goals, objectives and policies intended to guide future land use, physical development, and growth within the boundaries of the Town of Kingsville. The policies of the Plan are designed to promote the public interest in the future development of the Town, reduce uncertainty relating to future development, and to provide a basis for the Zoning By-law and other land usecontrols. Ontario’s Planning Act requires municipalities to conduct an Official Plan Review every five years. The Town’s current Official Plan was approved in February 2012. Based on the requirements of the Planning Act, it is now time to update the Official Plan to ensure that the polices of the Plan are consistent with the latest Provincial policies, the County of Essex Official Plan, and other various planning studies and strategies that have been completed by the Town since the current Official Plan was approved. The focus of this scoped Official Plan Review is to primarily address matters of Provincial and County policy conformity. Public Open House: The purpose of the Public Open House is to provide the public an informal opportunity to review and ask questions of Town staff and the consultants, WSP Canada Group Limited, regarding the Draft Issues and Policy Directions Report, and identify additional planning issues that should be addressed through the Official Plan Review. The Public Open House will include display materials and the project team will be available to answer questions. Information related to the Official Plan Review can be viewed on the Town’s website under Our Community/ Have Your Say: Kingsville 5-Year Official Plan Review or in the offices of the Planning Services between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville ON, N9Y 2Y9, or by contacting Robert Brown, Manager of Planning Services at (519) 733-2305 Ext # 250 or by e-mail at: rbrown@kingsville.ca Next Steps: A Statutory Public Open House and a Statutory Public Meeting regarding a final recommended Official Plan Amendment will be held separately at a later date. Notice of these meetings will be forthcoming. The Public Meeting will provide an opportunity for Council to receive input from the public and stakeholders, prior to adoption of the Amendment. Once the Amendment is adopted by the Town of Kingsville, it will be forwarded to the County of Essex for final approval. Additional Information: For further information on the 5-Year Official Plan Review, please contact: Robert Brown, H. Ba, MCIP, RPP Manager of Planning Services Planning & Development Services Department The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 Phone: (519) 733-2305 Ext # 250 rbrown@kingsville.ca DATED THIS 13 th day of July, 2018

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Banana cakes were the theme for the night. We added peanut butter Chip-its. The icing was made of peanut butter, milk, vanilla, and icing sugar. As the cakes were baking, our club worked on our poster for the fair. At the next meeting, we will practice decorating cookies for the fair. The banana cakes were yummy!

Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United

Essex United Church

Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, and coffee hour that follows! Our church and hall are air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. This summer, Rev. Catherine is doing a Sermon Series through July and August; Kingdom Under Construction: Battles, lust betrayal, and a throne: things are heating up this summer! Follow the stories of Samuel, David, and Solomon as God speaks to us about faith, leadership, taking risks, and making mistakes. Next is - David is crowned King. Read ahead: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10. 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, please 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. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am till 1pm.

Join us Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our worship service. During the month of July, we will worship in our newly renovated Youth Room. Rev. Jim Hatt, oﬃciating. Vacation Bible Camp plans are underway! The camp will run from Monday, August 13 to Friday, August 17. To reserve a spot for your children, or to volunteer your time at camp, please call the church oﬃce at: 519.776.5121. Essex United Sunday School/Youth Players Presents - A Christmas Carol, December 14th, 2018. Actors and Actresses under 16-years wanted. The Auditions are on August 5 at 1pm - 2 pm at Essex United Church. Rehearsals begin on September 2nd and will be every Sunday from 1 pm - 3 pm. For information, speak to Pastor Jim. For the month of July, food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank.

4-H Cake Decorating Press Report

Essex Christian Reformed Church

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On Friday, July 13, 2018, the 4-H Cake Decorating Club had its third meeting at the Woodslee Hall. We started by reciting the 4-H pledge.

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00am as Mr Homer Vandervecht will lead

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Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of July 9th - 20th: Joanne McMurren, Mary Demars, Flo Rivest, Bernice Price, and Gloria Seguin. Wednesday Pepper winner were: Joanne McMurren, Cecile Malenfant, Mary Marg Chevalier, Audrey Stanley, David Sylvester, Gail Koziana, and Charlie Chevalier. Friday Night Euchre winners were: Mike Renaud, Charlie Chevalier, Edna Chevalier, Irene Gignac, Rosaire Girard, and Mary Marg Chevalier. For club information, call Claire at: 519-723-4694.

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Local Racers compete for spotlight at AMA National Motocross Championship 1946 Ford station wagon at McDonalds

John Hogg’s 1946 Ford station wagon nicknamed “Old Tree.”

At noon on Monday, June 11, people at McDonalds in Leamington, Ontario, saw three classic cars arriving for lunch. The three drivers were on their way to a National Early Ford V8 Meet in Dearborn, Michigan. Bill Halpenny of Paris, Ontario, was driving his black 1939 Ford Deluxe coupe, John Hogg of London, Ontario, was driving his green 1939 Mercury convertible, and Bill Dolan of Waverley, Nova Scotia, was driving John Hogg’s 1946 Ford woodie station wagon. Bill Dolan has an identical vehicle back home which he has owned for 37 years and was delighted to drive John’s station wagon. I joined the three drivers for lunch, where Bill Halpenny used his smartphone to photograph two documents from Ford of Canada pertaining to John’s station wagon and emailed them to me. The Canadian serial number is #4546H-34209. A total of 16,960 Ford station wagons were built in the 1946 model year, including 742 built in Canada. John’s station wagon was built in July 1946. The letter “H” means Home Plant in Windsor. Ford of Canada at that time also had an assembly plant in Burnaby, B.C. The body on John’s station wagon is virtually all wood from the windshield back and was constructed in the Ford plant in Iron Mountain, Michigan. The body was then shipped to the Ford plant in Windsor, Ontario, where it was mounted on a 1946 Ford chassis and shipped to Toronto, where it was bought new. It remained a one-owner vehicle until 1962, when John Legue of Blenheim, Ontario, bought it with some rust on the body and some rot in the wood. He put it into storage and there it remained for the next 36 years. In 1998, John Hogg bought it and treated it to a total restoration. The original front end sheet metal was black and John has finished it off in a maroon finish, identical to a colour available in 1946. Having lived in Toronto for fifty years, I am now attempting to track down the original owner of John’s ’46 Ford station wagon. Stay tuned! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatioc.ca.

submitted to EFP Essex’s Nathan and Ryder Snelgrove have just made one of their biggest dreams come true. The racers have recently qualified for the largest amateur motocross race in the world, the 37th Annual Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship. Lucas Oil presents the event that will take part August at the historic Loretta Lynn Ranch. The Snelgrove boys took on over 22,000 hopefuls from across America to earn one of just 1,446 qualifying positions over the past four months. The top finishers in Area Qualifiers and Regional Championships earn a gate position in the National Championship race at Loretta Lynn’s. Racers may enter a wide variety of classes, from minicycle classes for children as young as four, all the way up to a senior division for riders over 50. There are also classes for women and classes for stock and modified machines. In total, there are 35 different classes of competition. “The Amateur National at Loretta Lynn’s hosts the best of the best motocrossers in America and around the world,” Tim Cotter, Director of MX Sports, said. “Just being here makes you an elite racer and a top athlete. A solid finish at Loretta’s would you give you instant

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National recognition and a possible professional career.” Most of America’s top professional motocross racers, including James Stewart, Ricky Carmichael, Travis Pastrana, and Ryan Dungey, have won AMA Amateur National titles at Loretta Lynn’s. Nathan (9) will be entering grade four and Ryder (6) will be entering grade two at Holy Name Catholic Elementary

School in the Fall, where they have received amazing support from teachers, staff, and fellow students. Nathan and Ryder will display A+ stickers on their number plates, which indicates to spectators and other racers that they have achieved a report card of at least a B average or higher. Both boys have actually averaged an A on their reports this past year. Nathan and Ryder have

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been riding dirt bikes since they were three-years-old. The family of five travels (usually many hours) for the boys to compete nearly every weekend throughout Canada and the USA. In doing so, the boys have been able to acquire their experience, many great finishes, and multiple championships. The passion for dirt bikes in the family goes well beyond just these boys.

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Dad, Kyle, and Uncle Kory, are both former Canadian Pro Motocross racers and Grandpa Doug also has many years of racing under his belt. With the help of sponsors, who provide great parts, support, and discounts, Nathan and Ryder have had the opportunity to pursue this dream. Nathan will be competing on his Cobra Senior 50 in the highly competitive 50cc 7-8

Limited class racing, with pre-selected race number 81. Ryder will compete in the highly competitive 50cc 4-6 Special Limited class aboard his Cobra P3 racing number 75. The track at Loretta Lynn Ranch and Campground in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, contains a variety of jumps, corners, and other obstacles designed to test the skills and stamina of the racers, and is used only once a year for motorcycles. Proper training and preparation are paramount. Most riders attend the event with the help of their families. Besides the races, the week-long event hosts many familyfriendly activities, including swimming, a talent show, concerts, and live entertainment. The race action will be broadcast live daily at www.RacerTV.com, July 30 through August 4, for a total of 40 hours of live coverage. In addition, two highlight shows featuring the event will air on NBC Sports Network in the fall. For additional information on the Amateur National, visit the official website at www.mxsports. com or call (304) 2840101. Also, follow the official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts for exclusive content and to catch the latest news.

Eight-year old makes donation to Angel Hair for Kids submitted to EFP Eight-year-old Essex resident Elsie Weber recently had 10 inches of hair snipped at Short Cuts in order to make a donation to Angel Hair for Kids. When Weber first learned she would be getting a trim, she was a little unenthusiastic at first. When she found out she could donate her hair, however, she immediately wanted to get involved to be able to help someone else. It is hoped Weberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s donation will urge others to donate their own locks of hair to help kids with cancer and other medical conditions that cause them to lose their own.

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1st Row L to R: Brady Simpson, Ethan Gerard. 2nd Row L to R: Eli Driedger, Gregory O’Keefe, Ian McFarlane, Trent Frias, Xander Zanier, Easton Moﬀat. 3rd Row L to R: Hunter Roehrich, Andrew Baker, Avy Ward, Soﬁa Ceccacci, Warren Kennedy. Back Row: Coaches - Dale Zanier, Tim McFarlane, Karly Davidson. Absent from photo: Gavin Mills

submitted to EFP Over the past weekend, the Essex 2009 soccer team competed in the Colasanti

Cup Soccer tournament in Kingsville, Ontario. Although the weather was not ideal, the team

persevered to win. On Friday night, the team defeated Kingsville and on Saturday morning

,it won against Wheatley 1 and Leamington B. Up next, was Essex 2010s in the semi-finals. The 2009s came out on top, which sent the team into the finals on Sunday morning against Leamington A. With cold and rainy weather again on Sunday, the players laced up their cleats for a tough battle. The game was tied 0-0 after the first half. Early in the second half, Essex capitalized on a free kick and there was no looking back after that! Essex played great defensively with pressure in Leamington’s end for the rest of the game, sealing the victory! Congratulations to all team members for their tremendous efforts, which led to this spectacular result!

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towards all year. Citing a resurgence in the popularity in the musical “The Phantom of the Opera,” the ranch decided that this year’s show would celebrate the influence and impact of the award-winning musical, in addition to allowing the riders the opportunity to design and wear an elaborate array of costumes. “We wanted to elaborate [on the musical]. We added a masquerade version of it, and just more theatrical [performances], we can play with more costumes, more music,” Colenutt said. “We got in character with the costumes, and the music, and got all the horses dressed up, so it’s been a lot of fun.” Over the past 25 years, the ranch has blossomed from it’s humble beginnings as a nearly empty field near the Windsor-Tecumseh town-line, to offering classes, events, and demonstrations to horse enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, with the annual Shodeo being one the crown jewels in the ranch’s annual calendar. For more information about the local ranch, visit lazeegranch.ca.