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by Adam Gault The skies cleared and the sun shined as people gathered to celebrate Canada’s 150 birthday at the Harrow Fairgrounds on Saturday afternoon. Members of the Harrow Chamber of Commerce took the reigns on organizing the community and local businessdriven event, which promised to be a strong contenter for best party of the last century-and-a-half. The event featured games, food, and plenty of live entertainment. Despite some shaky looking clouds earlier in the day, the weather was absolutely beautiful by the time the party got under way at 4 p.m.
Spencer for Hire took to the stage at 5 p.m. to rock the crowd as the many in attendance took full advantage of the complimentary barbecue and delicious refreshments, while the kids got their energy out on the inflatable slides, at the face painting stations, and at the bean bag toss. Local history could not be forgotten on the day celebrating 150 years of Canadian Confederation. Members of the Harrow Early Immigrant and Research Society (HEIRS) and costumed volunteers from the John R. Park Homestead were on hand to talk about the area’s strong connections to early
Canadian history. As the fireworks got underway after 10 p.m., many took time to reflect on the past 150 years and all the trials and tribulations, the good and bad, which has brought the nation to its current point. Many could think to the future, and be proud of the nation that
Pictured above: Elsa (L), Leah (C), Thomas (R), toss the bean bags at Canada 150 celebrations.
has been laid forth for future generation. A nation that can host celebrations like these, that are free and welcoming for all. Happy Canada Day. Here’s to another 150 years to come.
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Flag display celebrates Canada’s 150 at Maidstone Bicentennial Museum by Sylene Argent when Confederation Representatives took place. Beaulieu of the Maidstone said Museum Bicentennial Museum representatives teach are always looking for visitors about many ways to promote and aspects of Canadian preserve history. So, history and Canadian when it came time to life dating well before celebrate Canada’s Confederation. 150th anniversary, T h e a special display Museum features showcasing the flags a Commemorative of every province and plate for territory, along with Consideration at the the Canadian flag, facility’s entrance. the Métis flag, and “It’s kind of cool. It’s a flag representing appropriate. Another the Canadian First one of my finds,” Nations, was installed Beulieu said. for community To continue members to enjoy celebrating Canada’s when they visit over sesquicentennial the summer months. anniversary, the The display also gardens at the Livia Lord, Summer Student, and Maidstone Bicentennial includes a Pawpaw Museum Curator, Victoria Beaulieu, show off part of the flag display Museum have been Tree, which is native installed to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday. accented with a lot to the area and will of red and white produce fruit in the future. flowers. Beaulieu said 160 bulbs of a variety of types Museum Curator Victoria Beaulieu is hopeful many of plants were planted to hopefully have red and white area residents will stop by the Museum during its blooming throughout the summer. summer hours to view the flag display and perhaps learn The flag display was a kick off for summer a little Canadian trivia from the information posted with celebrations at the Museum. There are a few other events each flag. The information provided on each province in the works. History lovers are urged to keep eyes on its and territory include the official bird, code of arms, and Facebook page for more details. flower. Each family that visits will get a celebration handout filled with trivia, information, and activists for youth to complete. The Museum is open from Tuesday to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The flag display will stay up for the remainder of the year. The local Museum is focused on preserving and promoting local history, including that of the mid-1800s
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Negativity and drama can sometimes deter us from focusing on the important stuff. The old saying can ring true, misery enjoys company. Over the Canada Day weekend, I had some time to reflect on what is truly important for a few different, yet equally special, reasons. Sometimes we may forget how great it is to live in Canada amidst political disagreement. It seems there are many political moves many are unhappy with in the last several years, and the high cost of living with many finding it difficult to secure decent paying, meaningful employment can cause tension and resentment. But, leading up to the Canada Day weekend, I witnessed many individuals coming together to celebrate what it means to them to be Canadian; and the really great thing about that is those reasons are
unique to each of us. To me, what I love is the reputation we have as Canadians; that universal thought about how polite we all are. I try to be that person who opens doors for others, allows others with just a few items to cut in front of me in line at the grocery store, or being patient with others when I am feeling agitated. I also love the freedom we all enjoy (thanks to our veterans, who fought for our security and my ability to vote, not only as a woman but as a democratic right). That freedom also allows me to make my own choices and voice my opinion every day and through this column every week. Having the right to say what I feel I need to say is something I take very seriously and think about often. Over the weekend, I also had the privilege to celebrate my Meme’s 90th birthday with extended family.
It is always great to re-connect with the loved ones we never seem to see as much as we might like. I love listening in on my Meme’s and my Nana’s stories. The time in which they grew up was vastly different than the era in which I experienced my youth. And, of course, my era was very different than the era in which youth are growing up today. Any way we look at it, and watch the generations evolve into their own, we are all living in a pretty great place, and we are all leaving our mark here. I think sometimes we forget, or do not quite realize, just how much impact we can all make as a single individual.
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Fantastic story You must know by now you cannot believe all you read, and that applies to what I am going to type now. A man was working on his motorcycle on the patio while his wife was in the nearby kitchen. The motorcycle accidentally slipped into gear, and the man, holding the handlebars, was dragged along as it broke through the patio glass door. When his wife heard the crash, she ran to her husband and found him bleeding with cuts from the shattered door. She called for an ambulance. Unfortunately, the house was on a large hill with stairs. She went to meet the paramedics. When she was back at the patio, she set the motorcycle upright and pushed it outside. Gasoline was spilled, so
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she blotted it up with paper towels and threw them into the toilet. By now you are probably guessing the rest of this nonsense! After the man returned home, he looked at his motorcycle then went into the bathroom and consoled himself with a cigarette while sitting on the toilet. When he flipped the cigarette butt between his legs into the toilet, there was a loud explosion. The wife heard her husband screaming and found him on the floor with his trousers blown away. The same crew answered her call for an ambulance and asked how he got burned. When she told them, they laughed so hard he was tipped out of the stretcher. When he rolled down the steps, his arm was broken.
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University honours CTMHV by Fred Groves Spend a day, experience a century. That is the motto of the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village in Essex. And, while it has not been a century since its doors have been opened, it’s been nearly 65 years since the idea of the institution began. Last week, the University of Windsor paid tribute to the board members of the CTMHV by presenting the Community Heritage
Medal. “We have really started to focus on local history,” Dr. Rob Nelson said, who is head of the history department at the local university. During his presentation last Tuesday morning, Dr. Nelson said his department wanted to reach out to community organizations such as the CTMHV and show gratitude for what they have accomplished. “We hope that this outreach will put us on your radar. Doing history
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at the university is not just World War II stuff,” Dr. Nelson said. History and tourism have long been merged in Windsor-Essex, and the CTMHV welcomes over 20,000 visitors per year. The volunteer-based facility on the Arner Townline has one of the, if not the finest, collection of vehicles in the country and regularly plays host to numerous events throughout the year. In nominating the CTMHV for the honour, public history consultant and researcher Meghan Meloche said, “It is truly amazing what this group,
Dr. Rob Nelson from the University of Windsor presents the heritage medal.
who had no understanding of what building a museum meant, were able
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News from The Hawks’ Nest submitted to EFP The past few months have been busy at Holy Name School. The Grade 8 students had an amazing time on their trip to Muskoka Woods. They enjoyed four days and three nights of awesome activities and had the chance to hone their leadership skills. Thanks to our teacher chaperones-Mrs. Hastings, Mr. Gregetz, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Vermast, Mrs. Doucette, Mr. Nadalin, and Mr. Lamoureux-for making this trip possible. Long live Tootsie Roll! We had a special
“Muffins for Moms” event on May 12 in honour of Mother’s Day. The “Donuts for Dads” event was held on June 8 in recognition of Father’s Day. The parent council organized Walk-A-Thon on May 12 raised money to be used in our school. On May 19, Abbey Neves from Walkerville Collegiate Institute brought her “Imagine” Tour message to our school. “Imagine” stands for Instilling Mentorship And Growing In a Nonbullying Environment. Confirmation was held Essex Auto Centre 438 Talbot St. N. Unit 2, Essex, Ontario N8M 2W4
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at Holy Name of Jesus Church on May 28, with Bishop Dabrowski and Father Dave celebrating mass. Thank you to Nick Fournier for his help in preparation for this sacrament. The All-Star band, under the direction of Mr. McNamera, joined over 300 other musicians in the WECDSB All-Star Band Night at St. Joseph’s High School on May 21. The band travelled to Canada’s Wonderland on May 31 to perform. The Grade 7 and 8 students enjoyed a day at
Point Pelee National Park on May 29. Our final WOW assembly of the year took place on June 1. Student of the Month certificates were handed out and entertainment was provided by several teachers and students as they participated in some “Minute to Win It” challenges. On June 6, our Track and Field team participated in our school board’s “B” division meet, held at the University of Windsor. Thanks to the coaches for their time and dedication
in preparing the students. On June 14, a special ceremony took place to recognize Holy Name as a Peace School. Members of the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland were on hand to gift a “Peace Pole” to the students. Father Dave gave his blessing. Holy Name’s Annual Talent Show took place on June 15. Thank you to the Talent Show Committee for organizing such a wonderful event to showcase the many talents of our Hawks. Grade 8 Graduation Celebration was celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Church on June 21, with a Mass, awards presentation, and social dance. Avery
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Pailey was selected as this year’s valedictorian. Our kindergarten students also had a special year-end celebration on June 22 along with parents and grandparents. Congratulation to two staff members retiring. Mrs. Renaud and Mrs. Pencarinha have served Holy Name students very well for many years. Several staff members are moving to different schools. Best of luck to Mrs. Hastings, Madam Vanderhoeven, and Mrs. Vermast. The Hawks’ wish everyone a safe and funfilled summer vacation. See you in September. Go Zip! Go Zap! Go Zop!
EPS grade eight students graduate by Sylene Argent Graduation day was an event all of the grade eight students at Essex Public School (EPS) were thrilled to enjoy on the evening of Tuesday, June 27. Throughout those school years, the students formed friendships, learned a lot in the classroom, and learned
a lot about themselves through discovering their own hidden talents, whether that was in a certain academic subject or through sports or music. For the EPS graduating students, there were plenty of ups and downs over the years. There were times they exceeded their own expectations, and times when they had to try again at achieving those desired goals. Graduating is bittersweet. The students had to say goodbye to the teachers
who have guided them through their education at EPS, and say goodbye to some friendships, too. But, they will move on to high school where they will meet new friends, experience new freedoms, and will grow as individuals. EPS grads Hope and Heather sent the students off to high school on the right foot as the class valedictorians. The duo shared what it was like to be a part of the EPS family over the years,
and provided positive encourage for their fellow classmates in moving forward. Several awards were presented to deserving students during the ceremony in a variety of categories. Some of the students were recognized for their academic prowess, athletic abilities, or musical skills. Some of the students were also recognized for qualities they possess, such as leadership and compassion.
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25th Anniversary of Arts at the Marina celebrated and park grounds, as well as live music, children’s activities, food, and refreshments. Arts at the Marina is a tradition for many families, and the event’s
Pictured above: Paul and Brenda Jones perform live at the Leamington Marina. Pictured above right: Kathy (L), Carolyn (R) enjoy Arts at the Marina.
by Adam Gault Canada Day wasn’t the only long-standing event held this past weekend. Organizers of the Arts at the Marina hosted the 25th anniversary
event at the Leamington Municipal Marina. For more than a quarter century, the weekend-long Arts at the Marina has been a wonderful way for many
local artists to showcase their work. The event featured dozens of artists displaying a unique variety of artwork spread out across the picturesque waterfront
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volunteers and staff remain committed to the show’s strong historical reputation of providing an authentic arts and crafts show, and one of the few events of its kind locally to provide free admission. One local mother and daughter team is part of that family tradition. Kathy and Carolyn Hardy have been involved in Arts at the Marina for years as well as many other arts exhibits in Essex County. Kathy’s (the mother) painted works focus on many aquatic and beach-related scenes, and incorporate beach
glass into remarkable 3D elements within the scenes. Daughter, Carolyn’s, works features a much more surrealist style, which makes use of “upcycling,” the process of recycling materials in an artistic way. For example, she used driftwood from Lake Erie as the canvass for her works. “Upcycling is like recycling for the millennial generation,” Carolyn said. “It’s something we can do together as a family.” In keeping with the upcycling inspired Great Lakes theme, many other artists at the festival had incorporated similar materials into their art, including stones, shells, wood, and other materials collected from Lake Erie. With a greater creative emphasis on the materials themselves then ever before, one can only imagine what the next 25 years of Arts at the Marina will bring to the local arts scene.
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Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association receives accessibility grant by Adam Gault The Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) continues to make great strides in improving accessibility for the more than 200 clients, and its large list of volunteers, who make use of the facility each and every week. In conjunction with internal fundraising and funding from the Ontario 150 Community Capital Program through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the facility was able to add 14 thousand square feet of paved parking spaces for more accessible parking.
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improvement to many, but makes a world of difference for the clients and their families. The Ontario Trillium Foundation provided $26,000 towards the project, and presented WETRA with a commemorative Ontario 150 plaque to recognize the improvements as part of the Ontario 150 Community Capitol Program, a one-time funding initiative to improve community facilities and recreation centres where Ontarians come together to celebrate, explore, learn, and support one another. WETRA was founded in Essex County in 1963 by Dr. Elmer Butt after he had travelled to England and observed horses being used for therapy with physically challenged children. Today, WETRA is committed to improving the quality of life of persons with physical, mental, and emotional challenges through equinerelated therapy.
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Many clients of WETRA are dependent on mobility devices, and the previous gravel-only parking lot made navigating the entrance of the facility challenging, especially during the high traffic drop-off and pickup times. Becky Mills, Executive Director for WETRA, explained the new improvements will help to address on-going accessibility issues and have brought about much excitement within the organization. “They (the clients) haven’t been able to use it yet, as we were waiting to have it filled in, so everybody’s very excited. It’s brand new,” Mills said. The current WETRA facility opened on North Malden Road in 2011, and since that time, the organization has taken continuous steps to improve the facility and the experience for clients. The paving of parking spaces near the entrance may seem like a minor
by Sylene Argent Every year, representatives of the Heart and Stroke Foundation bring the Big Bike to area communities as a major fundraiser. The WindsorEssex campaign began at the end of May, and ended on the evening of Tuesday, June 27 in Essex Centre. It was hoped $140,000 would be raised in the Windsor-Essex County area. Last year’s campaign raised $160,000, exceeding that goal. Brenda Noiles, Area Coordinator for the Big Bike and canvass programs, said due the generous support from the community and the
Big Bike teams, it looks as though this year will reach that goal. Noiles said the Big Bike event is raising funds for Canadian-based research, for education, and for after care. Every year, the Big Bike campaign’s proceeds are focused on something different. This year, the funds will be directed toward younger individuals who have had a heart attack or a stroke, and looking at why this is happening. “We’re having survivors younger and younger,” she commented. “Stats today show kids
today won’t out-live their parents.” Part of the education component will forward information that heart attacks and stoke present themselves differently for woman than they do men, she noted. In addition to raising funds and awareness for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the event is also a great teambuilding activity that organizations, businesses, and municipal staff/representatives can do. In Essex, members of Community Living Essex County
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Essex United Celebrates Canada’s 150
by Garrett Fodor Representative of Essex United Church are continuing to give back to the Church’s home community On July 1, residents of all backgrounds and faiths were welcomed to the church grounds to participate in the Canada 150 celebration held there. Essex United Church Pastor Jim Hatt said his parish put on this event because no one else was doing one in Essex Centre. “This is our third time doing it,” Hatt said. “It’s our chance to do something for the community and we decided no one else is doing anything for Canada Day and it would be a good day to celebrate and bring everyone together with hotdogs and hamburgers for people as gifts from the church.” Festivities kicked off at 7 p.m. with Hatt speaking before the crowd, preaching thanks and speaking about the history of the land where
they stood, which is First Nations land. The celebration included live music from the band Bear Patrol, along with a bouncy castle, outdoor games and face painting. Essex Mayor Ron McDermott said this celebration is just the start for Essex. “It’s great for the Town, and they’re a great group of people here that do so many great things for our municipality,” McDermott said. “This is probably the beginning of Essex’s Canada 150 celebrations. We’re going to cap it off with a big celebration out in Colchester at the end of July. We’re having a big birthday party out there for Canada and Colchester. Colchester is celebrating [its] 225 birthday this year.” McDermott said it is great for the church to host celebrations for the Town and residents, to bring everyone together
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for the holiday. Hatt and the parish ended the evening with a fireworks display. That is something he said he and everyone always look forward to. Hatt said this year was especially great because the weather was
perfect. “There were a lot of youth here and at the parade in Windsor. I think it makes people proud of the country that we live in and we do have a country we should be proud of,” Hatt commented.
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High ratings for Essex County OPP New group developing tools to submitted to EFP Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) released this week to their five Police Service Boards, the results of their 2017 Community Satisfaction Survey. The survey, which is undertaken once every three years, is a tool for gathering public opinion on policing issues, perceptions of crime and ratings of OPP service delivery. A commercial research company was contracted to gather data from residents in all West Region OPP Detachments and was conducted between January and March of 2017. Essex County OPP led all detachments in West Region in categories such as, Visibility in the Community, Visibility on the Highways, Involvement in the Community, Ability to Solve Local Problems
and Overall Satisfaction. Community Safety was ranked at 98.5 % of respondents feeling safe in their community. Issues such as property crime, drug/substance abuse, nuisance activities and domestic violence were noted as concerns within the communities. Safety on our highways, trails and waterways remain a priority with area residents. Speeders, Impaired Driving, Aggressive Driving, Distracted Driving, and Improper Seatbelt Usage continue to be addressed throughout Essex County. The loss of life or injury to those using our highways, trails, and waterways is unacceptable, which is why our members remain highly visible from both an enforcement and education perspective. Essex County OPP members were given a 97% rating by the public
in their communities as being approachable and friendly and an overall satisfaction level 96.9% of the quality of policing services provided. OPP Essex County Detachment Commander Glenn Miller is proud of his members and staff that help to ensure safe and secure communities in Essex County. “A large part of our success has been our ability to deliver proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Essex County is not only recognized as the largest and busiest OPP Detachment in the Province but instrumental in advancing community based initiatives such as Project Safe Trade, the 2016 Amethyst Award winning Mental Health Response Team, combatting Human Trafficking and Youth At-Risk. Our successes are truly community successes and our promise as an organization is to continually earn the confidence of all citizens and our visitors. The reduction in violent crime, property crime offences, the illegal use and distribution of illicit drugs including Opioids and reducing victimization from cyber and or technology enabled crime are relevant challenges that we deal with daily. Our partnership base is expansive and these relationships remain significant to our success. A survey can perhaps be viewed as a moment in time captured, but it is representative of the communities we police.
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reduce Lake Erie phosphorus by Mark Reusser, Vice President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture New work is underway to reduce phosphorus and algal blooms in the southwestern Ontario watershed and Lake Erie. The recently announced Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Collaborative is a working group of farmers and municipalities developing innovative tools, practices and technologies to reduce phosphorus entering into southwestern Ontario waterways. Phosphorus levels in Lake Erie and surrounding waterways are an increasing concern, and agricultural practices have been identified as a potential source of phosphorus. Excess phosphorous from U.S. and Canadian sources that runs into municipal drains can promote the growth of algal blooms in downstream water bodies, like Lake Erie. The western basin on Lake Erie has experienced several algal bloom incidents in recent years, disrupting the ecosystem, causing the closure of beaches, and resulting in a ban on city drinking water in Toledo, Ohio. The new Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Collaborative group is focusing on creating a suite of tools and practices farmers can use to address different circumstances. The group has already gathered best practices from around the world and is looking into how they can be applied in Ontario. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA)
is part of this new collaborative group, providing support and representing farmers to ensure the tools and practices developed are effective and make sense to implement on Ontario farms. OFA is already working with similar groups organized across the province to evaluate agronomic practices to reduce nutrient loss. Ontario farmers are already implementing Best Management Practices, 4R Nutrient Stewardship principles, growing cover crops and timing nutrient applications to reduce phosphorus loads in watersheds. The Great Lakes are the largest freshwater system on Earth, holding 20% of the planet’s fresh water. A new government proposed plan, The Domestic Action Plan, was developed by the federal and Ontario governments to reduce phosphorus levels in Lake Erie. The plan targets a 40% reduction in the total phosphorus entering Lake Erie and supports initiatives developed between Canada and the U.S. targeting a 40% phosphorus level reduction by 2025. We all have a role to play in phosphorus reduction and progressive environmental stewardship. As farmers, we take our role seriously. OFA will continue working with groups like the Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Collaborative to address phosphorus entering waterways from Ontario farms, improve agricultural practices and preserve the health of our land and water.
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residents to their newly renovated Millen Centre Park in the heart of Woodslee for Canada 150 festivities. The day kicked off with a parade through Woodslee starting at 4 p.m. The parade attracted hundreds of residents, who lined the streets from Woodslee United Church to Millen Park. Floats and cars paraded through with cheering and excitement running through the streets of Woodslee from residents and those in the parade. Lakeshore Councillor Dan Diemer said the event started to be planned in January, when a committee was formed of 19 people. “We tried to stay with local talent,” Diemer said. “We had lots of things for people to do. We had great bands playing, horse entertainment, a dog show going on, and bubble soccer. There was something fun for everyone.” With roads blocked off, residents flocked to the small community after having parked on the shoulders of roads for several blocks. For local residents living by the park, it was a parade of pedestrians walking to the festivities, and they were deck out in red and white clothing and face paint. “I think everybody was trying to get their piece of it,” Diemer said.
“We have got to promote the Canada 150, which is a very special year, and hopefully everybody took part in it.” While it rained sporadically leading up to Saturday, Diemer said the event had perfect weather. With no threats of showers or clouds in
the sky, it was a bonus to those who were performing at the festivities. The Town of Lakeshore hopes to continue the Canada 150 celebrations for years to come as Maple Tree saplings were handed out at the event.
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rode the Big Bike in the afternoon. In the evening, staff from Libro Credit Union pedaled the bike around Essex Centre. Leading up to the event, Libro reps hosted a barbecue to fundraise for the Big Bike campaign, raising around $400. They were able to donate a total of $2586 to the cause.
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WE DON’T BREW OUR BEER FOR THE AWARDS. BUT HE DOES! Our brewmaster, Andrew Kohnen, threw away a successful career in logistics to pursue his dream of reconnecting with the brewing roots of his family. This carried him to the UK’s prestigious Brewlab in Sunderland, England, where he procured the alchemy that would drive his signature brewing style. He took what he could from there and ventured to Scotland, Cornwall, and ultimately to Krefeld, Germany, working in the same brewery that had belonged to his ancestors. He came home to Canada for Hockley.
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submitted to EFP The best kept secret in Essex lies in the small neighbourhood on Cranberry Court where people are not just neighbours but great friends. On Canada Day, this neighbourhood came together under sunny skies and celebrated Canada’s 150th birthday with a BBQ, games, singing of O’Canada, and good old fellowship! submitted to EFP - photo courtesy of Barb Cunningham Pictured left: This float was featured July 1st, 1967, in the Centennial Essex Parade. The 100 year Anniversary of confederation may not have had the same media sources as this past weekend’s 150th celebration, but patriotism was abundant, and Essex was very proud. Virginia (Ginny) Cunningham of Essex served as Miss Canada, with (L to R) Dan Cox, Dan Kendrick, Brad Cowan, and Billy Thorton behind the desk representing the members of the first four Provinces to join. Thanks to Elaine Cox for arranging this well received float and her husband, Cliff, who was contractor in cement, and offered his truck. The actors and and 6-year-old Miss Canada did the rest. Canada’s 200th Anniversary oughta be something great, eh? by Sylene Argent Area resident Randy Thiessen, his wife, Renee, and daughter, Johanna, placed a couple hundred Canadian flags along Talbot Street from Holy Name Catholic Church to the Maidstone Avenue intersection in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday. As a Financial Advisor for Sun Life Financial, Thiessen has been able to donate $2500 to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in less than two years as his employer has a program that provides funds for volunteer hours provided.
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Members of the public are invited to attend one of the following Public Information Sessions related to the Council and Ward Structure Review. This second round of public consultations will focus on the number and alignment of ward boundaries. BACKGROUND Council is currently comprised of the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and five (5) councillors. The Mayor is the only position to be elected at large. The municipality is currently divided into four wards. Ward 1 (Essex Centre) and Ward 3 (former Colchester South) are each represented by two (2) councillors. Wards 2 (former Colchester North) and 4 (Harrow Centre) are each represented by one (1) councillor. WHY CONDUCT A REVIEW? As a result of public consultations that took place in March and April 2017, Council held a Special Meeting on May 15 to review the findings of the initial public consultation process. As a result Council voted to: 1. 2. 3. 4.
elect the Deputy Mayor position at large commencing with the 2018 Election; maintain the current size of Town Council at 7 members; retain the Ward Election System; and direct the Consultant to initiate an immediate review of the ward boundaries.
The public is asked to assist by providing feedback on the most effective number and alignment of ward boundaries in order to ensure effective and equitable representation amongst the five councillors, keeping in mind that all residents will now also get to vote for a Deputy Mayor. Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. have been retained to conduct the Council and Ward Structure Review and will be on hand at the following Public Information Sessions to present draft options and gather public feedback: MONDAY, JULY 10, 2017 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre 243 McAffee Street, Harrow Centre TUESDAY, JULY 11, 2017 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Essex Centre Sports Complex – Shaheen Room 60 Fairview Avenue West, Essex Centre Following the public consultation process, Watson and Associates will present their findings and a set of options for Council’s consideration. Any changes to the ward or Council structure must be confirmed in a municipal by-law that is passed prior to December 31, 2017. Robert W. Auger Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Email: rauger@essex.ca Phone: 519-776-7336 ext. 1132
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In loving memory of my dear husband
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Your cheerful smile, Your heart of gold, You were the best, This world could hold. Never selfish, Always kind, These are the memories, You left behind. No longer in my life to share, But in my heart, You are always there. ~ Love you and miss you dearly, Sharon ____________________________________________________
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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch
A beaver story When I was living on the farm near Cottam, a beaver decided to live in the stream that was at the edge of the farm. He knew how to cut a tree with his strong front teeth. We could see how it gnawed around the standing tree on all sides until it fell over. Then he dragged it to where he wanted to build a dam across the river. It was so strong it was possible to walk on it to cross the river. Obviously, the animal used that wide tail to pack the mud around the tree. It was not long until the municipal officials became aware of the dam and thought it would cause flooding in the community, so they brought in the machine that would tear out the beaver dam. The poor creature tried to rebuild it, but eventually gave up and left us wondering what became of the beaver.
February 21, 1944 – July 9, 2015
If we could write a story, It would be the greatest ever told. Of a kind and loving Dad, Who had a heart of gold. We could write a million pages, But still be unable to say. Just how much we miss him, Every single day. ~ Love you and miss you always, Rod and Rosalyn, Jodi and Ed and families
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Tiffany Gemmell Jan. 29, 1981-July 3, 2016
It’s been a year since you’ve been gone, my how time marches on Our lives forever changed without you, You’re devilish laugh that always made us smile and yes, even your often “loud volume” -- we miss now.
Voice Of Inspiration “You don’t have to knock anyone off their game to win yours. It doesn’t build you up to tear others down.” ~ Mandy Hale
~ Loving you always Tiffany ~ Mom, Dad, Stephen, Jamieson & Amanda” _________________________________________________________
IN LOVING MEMORY
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In loving memory of
Shirley Amelia Brown (Stuart) February 5, 1933 - July 9, 2013 It is sad to walk the road alone, instead of side-by-side, but to all there comes a moment when the way of life divides. You gave me years of happiness, then came sorrow and tears, but you left me beautiful memories, I treasure through the years. Alone but not quite alone, I face an empty chair, but sometimes in silence, I imagine you are there. My companion for so many years, no longer here with me, and yet in some mysterious way, you keep me in your company. I’d like to think when life is done, wherever Heaven may be, you’ll be standing at the door, up there to welcome me.
Love you forever & ever and always, Dear Heart... ~ Norm xoxo ~
What’s Going On... JULY 6-9 30TH ANNUAL ESSEX FUN FEST! Visit www.essexfunfest.com for event schedule and event details. JULY 7 BINGO at Essex Retirees’, 32 Russell St. in Essex, at 7 p.m. JULY 8 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY FLOWER SHOW - At Essex United Church from 12pm to 4pm. Plants & bake/garage sale. AUG. 1 & 15 - PICKERS AND FIDDLERS COME OUT! FREE - Lakeshore Optomist Park, 6:30 - 9pm. Presented by EKBOFMA. Bring a friend, chair, & sing along. Rain cancels. AUG. 15 - BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W, Essex. 1-7pm. www.blood.ca for more information. AUG. 26 - FREE SUMMER CONCERT by Windsor Symphony Orchestra, 6:30 p.m. at Colchester Harbour Park, Essex
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Community Band will perform. Come & check it out! A reminder to parishioners that baked goods will be needed for our bake table, if you are able to help out, it would be greatly appreciated! For more information about us and what’s going on, 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. sponsorship by:
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519-776-4255 Essex United Church Join us Sunday mornings at our 10:30am Worship. Everyone is welcome. On Sunday, July 9, 8:30 am, there is the Fun Fest Service Nondenominational Worship Service at Sadler’s Pond with Pastor Jim. Come enjoy God’s majesty. There is no service at Essex United. Friends of Essex United Church are offering rides to persons using walkers, and any others who would like to attend services at any time. Please contact the church office (519-776-5121). For the month of July, our food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank. The Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts continue to collect pop cans. Please bring them in, in a bag, and leave them in the gym. Vacation Bible Camp ~ God in Nature! Plans are underway! The camp will run from Monday, August 14 – Friday, August 18. To reserve a spot for your children at camp, please call the church office 519-776-5121. St. Paul’s Anglican Church The Thank you Bank proceeds for the month of July will go to our Clothes Cupboard and the good work that it does. Donations of gently used clothing are always appreciated and can be dropped off Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the church. Pickup can also be arranged by calling the church office at 519-776-7711. Please leave a message. The church office is open July 5th and 7th, this week, from 9am - 1pm. Our Summer Service schedule is underway: Sunday’s during July there will be one service at 10am held at St Paul’s and during August (plus the first Sunday of September) Sunday services will be held at Trinity Cottam at 9:15am. Our next market will take place on Saturday, July 15, 10 am - 2 pm. Essex
Essex Community Services Essex Foodland Receipts continue to be accepted as part of our ongoing fundraising efforts. Please bring in all Essex Foodland receipts (tapes) to Essex Community Services at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, Essex. As well, income tax receipts are provided for cash donations over $10.00. These donations are very important and enable us to continue offering our many programs and services to the community. Our programs include Transportation, Foot Care Clinics, Security Checks & Friendly Visiting, Income Tax Clinics, Snow Patrol, Coats for Kids, Counselling, and more. We appreciate your efforts in helping Essex Community Services. Please contact us at 519-776-4231 for more information! Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett
During the Fun Fest Parade on Saturday, July 8, we will hold a BBQ at the church. During July and August, the SA Cafe at the church is a place to stop in between 10a.m. & 12 p.m. every Tuesday for a coffee and cookies, and fellowship. You can chat with new friends, read a book, work on a jig saw puzzle, or play board games. All are welcome to attend. Sunday, July 9 is the annual Interdenominational Church service at Sadler’s Nature Park at 8:30 a.m. Our regular Family Worship will take place at 10:30a.m., led by Major Sam Roberts in our air conditioned sanctuary. Stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service. Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland
On Sunday, July 9, we welcome Rev. Catherine Eldson as our new minister. Our next Iler Lodge service is August 1 at 2pm. Volunteers are welcome. Our annual Corn Roast is coming up on Saturday, August 12. This week, July 9, our Door greeters are Jean & Gord Moore, Elder on duty is Ted
Ure, and Church lock up is Rob Reeb. See our new website for information: www.bethelmaidstone.com.
Essex Retirees’ Social Club Saturday’s Euchre results were as follows: Tom Kelly – 1st, Diana Dennis – 2nd, Mavis Law and Wally Laframboise – tied for 3rd, and Barb Murphy had low score. Winners at our special monthly Monday night Pepper were Betty Fields, George Diesbourg, Cecile St. Denis, and Mary Lou Chibi. Tuesday afternoon Pepper winners were Evelyn Vivier with high score, Judy Lane with low, and Donna Eyraud with the most Peppers. Don Ames won with high score at Wednesday night Pepper. George Diesbourg had the most peppers and Mary Lou Chibi was low score. Thursday night Bridge winners were Diana Dennis and Colleen Chevalier. Cribbage totals were tallied and cash prizes were awarded. Floyd Cascadden was high score, Virgery Cascadden second, Wally Laframbois third, and Bev Allison fourth. The next Friday night Bingo falls on July 7. Congregate Dining operates all summer long. Call 519-776-6689, for more info on any of our programs. Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Guatemala Hope is hosting a fundraiser on July 10 at A-1 Chinese restaurant in Essex. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, the RCIA program begins in October at Holy Name of Jesus Church. Please see Fr. Moe for more information. The last regular weekly bulletin was published on July1/2 and will resume on Labour Day weekend. There will be one published on August 5/6. Please put in your announcements prior to these dates. Mass intentions for the summer will be posted at the back of the church. Volunteers for liturgical ministries, please consult your schedules. Eucharistic Ministers, your new schedules are available at the back of the church. The Parish office is closed on Mondays and Fridays from July 3-September 1. Daily Mass during the summer will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10a.m.
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ESSEX CENTRE SOUTHWEST AREA STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT The Town of Essex, through their consultant Stantec Consulting Ltd., has initiated a study to determine the preferred solution to hydraulic capacity issues caused by increasing storm intensity and development pressures on the storm sewer system in Essex Centre Southwest area.
Notice of Meeting to Adopt the 2018 to 2021 Operating and Capital Forecast Council for the Corporation of the Town of Essex will be considering the adoption of the proposed 2018 to 2021 Operating and Capital Forecast at the Regular Meeting of Council on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Copies of the Proposed Budget are available for review at the Town Administration Office, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario beginning on July 4, 2017 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Proposed Budget is also available on our website at www.essex.ca. Written submissions relating to the proposed Budget will be accepted until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 1, 2017 by the undersigned. Robert Auger L.L.B. Manager, Legislative Services / Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: 519 776-7336, extension 1132
The study is being undertaken in accordance with the planning and design process for ‘Schedule B’ projects outlined in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA, June 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 & 2015) under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. The Class EA process includes public and review agency consultation, an evaluation of alternatives, an assessment of the potential environmental effects of the proposed works, and identification of reasonable measures to mitigate any adverse impacts that may result. Public participation will form an integral part of this Class EA study to ensure that the concern’s of the public and affected groups within the study area are identified, documented and assessed. A Public Consultation Centre will be scheduled during the study to present the findings to date and to collect community feedback and input before finalizing the preferred solution. Any parties that wish to provide suggestions or comments about this study at this time should do so, preferably in writing, by contacting the individuals identified below.
Town of Essex
Stantec Consulting Ltd.
Mr. Chris Nepszy, P. Eng., PE Director, Infrastructure and Development (519)776-7336 x1114 cnepszy@essex.ca
Dr. Jian Li, P.Eng., PE Senior Environmental Engineer Phone: 519-966-2250 ext 240 jian.li@stantec.com
Mr. Richard Beausoleil Manager, Capital Works and Infrastructure (519) 776-7336 x1113 rbeausoleil@essex.ca
Mr. Clarence Jubenville, P. Eng. Senior Civil Engineer Phone: 519-966-2250 ext 241 clarence.jubenville@stantec.com
Under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise stated in the submission, with the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record and will be released, if requested, to any person. Subjective to comments received and the receipt of necessary grants and approvals, the Town of Essex intends to proceed with the planning, design and construction of this project, to be completed by late 2018. (This Notice first issued 8 June, 2017)
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Continued from Page 19 Essex County Library - Essex Branch COLOURING, COMFORT & CHEER - Tuesdays, July 11, 18 & 25 from 6:00 - 7:30PM (Drop In) Ages: Adults. FAMILY STORYTIME - Thursday, July 6 & 13 from 10:30 - 11:30AM. Ages: 19 months to 5 years & caregiver. Register online or at the library. MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU! - Friday, July 14 from 11:00 AM - 12:00PM. Ages: 7+. Register online or at the library. S.T.E.M. FAMILY STORYTIME - Thursday, July 20 & 27 from 10:30 - 11:30AM. Ages: 2 - 5 years & caregiver. Register online or at the library. SUMMER OF THE SHARK - Friday, July 28 from 11:00 AM - 12:00PM. Ages: 7+. Register online or at the library. Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Gerrie spoke on, ‘In Your Presence is Fullness of Joy.’ God is saying to us today, not just a little but the fullness! The Antioch Church Picnic is on July 16th at Cottam Ridgeview Park. Camp Impact is from July 11th-13th for kids completing JK-Grade 6. Evangelism Outreach. Sign up at the Connect Centre if you’re interested in getting involved. Young Adults Night is on July 7th at ACM. Worship, teaching, group discussions, and more. Adults, ages 30-50, Volleyball & BBQ is on Saturday, July 8th at the Charron’s home. The Revival Night is on Wednesday, July 19th with Tim Gibb from Bethel Sarnia. The Restoration House Healing Rooms are open on Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon. For more information, visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed!
4-H Cloverbuds Beef breeds and Industry was the topic for the fourth meeting of the Cloverbuds. For our roll call, everyone was asked what kind of beef they like to eat and why. Most of the answers were hamburgers, but Stevie told us about cooking beef with potatoes and carrots on the coals. It sounded very good and Stevie won the public speaking treat for the night. We focused on six different cattle breeds – Angus, Shorthorn, Simmental, Charolais, Herford and Limousin. Charolais, Limousin, and Simmental breeds originated in France. Hereford and Shorthorn come from England, and Angus originated in Scotland. We learned some terminology, such as steer, cow, bull, pasture, packing plants, identification tags, and marketing. Erika and Stevie were the winners of our matching game about beef terms. We all worked on finding the hidden hamburgers in a picture and then we all made our own mini pizzas with Miss Vicky in the kitchen. We saw what raw hamburger looks like and what it looks like when it is cooked. We put tomato sauce, hamburger, spices and cheese on our little buns and baked them for 10 minutes. We each received two packages of wildflower seeds to plant as part of the 4-H pollinator program. Since they pollinate many crops, including alfalfa, pollinators also help feed animals in the beef industry. Thank you to Jaime for bringing juice for our snack and to Jane for providing the snack ingredients. Our next meeting will be on Morris’s beef farm near Comber. 4-H Field Crop Club On June 27,the Essex County 4-H Field Crop club held its meeting at Agris CO-OP in Cottam. During the meeting, members toured the fertilizer warehouse and discussed some of the newer technology used in the facility to control what fertilizer and how much goes into the spreader. Emma Anger said that she, and some of the other employees who work at Agris, are able to operate the equipment from the comfort of the office. The different fertilizers that Agris has on site were also discussed. Some of those fertilizers where Potash, Map, and UREA; just to name a few. A guest speaker, Robert Brennan, who also works at Agri, talked about maintenance to the 28% liquid applicator and a 50ft fertilizer spreader.
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Two Canadian cars named after Count Frontenac
With cheers and applause from Canada’s 150th Birthday Party still ringing in our ears, we turn to Whitey and Katy Smale of Bala, Ontario, who are the proud owners of a rare piece of Canadian automotive history: “Our 1932 1932 Frontenac sedan in Bala, Ontario. Frontenac E-Deluxe Series 6-70 sedan was built in Leaside, Ontario, by Dominion Motors and sold new for $1065. The car was purchased in Ingersoll in 2008. It was completely restored and is now used within a 10-mile radius of Bala, Ontario, where we live.” Dominion Motors was formed when it broke away from its American parent company, Durant Motors, in 1931. It was building Frontenac, Durant, and Reo motor cars. The Frontenac was named after Count Frontenac, Governor of New France in the late 1600s. On Thursday, September 3, 1931, 100 shiny new 1932 Frontenacs left the Leaside factory to be driven to dealers all over Ontario. Falling sales in the Depression forced the company to Denise Nantais with her 1960 Frontenac at the Essex close its doors at the Railway Station All-Ford Car Show, June 9. end of 1933. In 1960, another car named Frontenac was built in Canada, this time by the Ford Motor Company in Oakville. It was the Mercury equivalent of the compact Ford Falcon, and it was sold through Mercury-Lincoln-Meteor dealers across the country. Like the Frontenac of the early 1930s, it too was named after Count Frontenac. Denise Nantais of Harrow, Ontario, is the proud owner of a 1960 Frontenac 2-door sedan with black primer, wide whitewalls, 3-speed gear shift on the column (“three on the tree”), and a six cylinder under the hood. She saw it for sale near Comber five years ago and bought it. She loves driving it and has taken it on several trips to Sudbury. When these cars were new, all four hubcaps had a red maple leaf in the centre. Alas, the new Frontenac, like the earlier one, was short-lived. It was only produced for 1960, with 9,536 built, then replaced in 1961 by the Mercury Comet. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2.
Cosgrove leads Clippers in win by Fred Groves Chase Cosgrove scored three goals and set up two more to help the Windsor Clippers to a 16-12 win over visiting Wallaceburg on Sunday. Named the third star of the game, Cosgrove and the Clippers eliminated Wallaceburg and now advance to the next round of Junior ‘B’ lacrosse action. James Morgan had an assist in the win. • At a recent junior tournament in Chatham, the Halton Hills beat the Essex Junior Yellowjackets in the semi-finals, 1-0. Essex defeated Woodslee, London West, and Dundas. This Thursday, they were scheduled to host the Woodslee Juniors at 7 p.m. • A pair of Essex District High School girls’ soccer players were recently named to the WECSSAA All-Star
team. Midfielder Vanessa Gualdieri, who just finished grade 10, and defender Victoria Willan, who is headed to play for St. Clair College, were honoured. • From the Dresden Raceway on Sunday, Cottam’s Mark Williams drove his horse Sweet Queen Cole to a secondplace finish in the third race. • The Essex Senior Yellowjackets had their Essex County Senior Baseball League record dip to 3-7 last Wednesday as they were edged 6-5 by Amherstburg. • Kesley Balkwill, an EDHS grad, continues to have a great year on the track as she recently ran a 57.87 in the 400m hurdles at the Athletics Ontario
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Summer Games Trials in Toronto. She is currently ranked fourth in Canada in that event. • The Glen Millscoached Essex Ravens are 4-3 in the Ontario Provincial Football League following Sunday’s 28-3 loss to Cambridge. • Maidstone’s Skylar Janisse is pitching for the professional Joliet Slammers (Illinois) of the Frontier League. In his recent outing, the 23-year old allowed just three hits while striking out three on way to a 6-3 win over Schaumburg. He has a 3.28 ERA. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.
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Mosquito Major Yellow Jackets win tournament
submitted to EFP On June 23rd the Essex Yellow Jackets Mosquito Major team traveled to LaSalle for the Ralph Hall/Jack McCart Classic, hosted by the LaSalle Titans. On the Friday night, Essex played the Tecumseh major team
and squeaked out an 8-7 win with Matthew Zuech hitting the game winning solo home run. Nash Driedger’s solid defensive play earned him the game MVP. Saturday brought an early morning game against Leamington and the Yellow Jacket gloves
were cold as they dropped a 15-11 decision. Bradley Colenutt stepped in and pitched well, to keep the game close when needed, and was awarded game MVP. Essex played Brantford in game three. Combined with solid defensive play, the Yellow Jacket bats
Essex Yellow Jackets sting again
submitted to EFP The well prepared Belle River Braves topped the Essex Yellow Jackets on Tuesday, June 27. Eric and Ty Patterson of Essex played very well defensively, while Cole Grant hit 2 for 3 and produced two runs, but the Braves held on for an 11 to 7 win. Hard hitting Ryan Smith was welcomed back into the Essex line-up on Wednesday, June 28 when Essex played host to the Amherstburg Cardinals. The Yellow Jackets wasted no time getting back on track. They retired the Cardinals in the top of the first inning, 1, 2, 3, then went to work. Lead off extraordinaire Caleb Cavanagh
roped one in the gap and touched all four bases for a lead-off home run. Ethan O’Neil crushed the ball in the third inning, producing the game’s other home run. During the game, Tobey Trepanier survived a train wreck collision at first base. Brendan Ledoux and Zack Grein (using his chin) each made hard nosed infield outs, and Teagan Lu happily smacked a solid double in a clutch situation. Nathan Lozon enjoyed singling twice and scoring twice. Amherstburg played tough, and it took a three run triple in the 5th inning, from smasher Jimmy Hayes, to give Essex the lead for good. Braeden Cavanagh turned an eye-popping double play in the final inning, and when the dust settled, the Jackets were victorious by a score of 1511. The Jackets now have their antennas set on Walker Homesites (minor) for July 5, before they swarm to LaSalle to meet the Turtle club on July 7. Please keep “touching base” with the Essex Free Press for updates as this team powers towards OBAs 2017. Mark your calendar for Saturday, July 15th, 9:45 am, as the Rookies play an Ambassador game as part of the EMBA’s exciting 60th Anniversary activities. Please come out for the day’s fun, ball, and fanfare.
came alive for a mercied 18-3 game against the Red Sox. Matthew Zuech was awarded MVP for the game. Sunday was a rematch of Friday’s closely contested game against Tecumseh. This time it wasn’t near as close as Essex won 20-7 to move on to the championship game with a rematch against Leamington Lakers. Mitchell Pye pitched well and was named game MVP. The Yellow Jackets players came out swinging in the championship final and and took the lead right from the start. Matthew Zuech cleared the Turtle Club wall for his, and his team’s, first over the fence home run. Touch em all! The Yellow Jackets led by six in the seventh inning before surrendering five runs and loading the bases with two outs. Essex parents and players took a deep breath as Brendan Byrne came in to get the final out - a four pitch strikeout to close out the
game. Matthew Zuech was awarded MVP, yet again, for his epic home run. While MVP’s are named in tournaments, make no mistake, this was a total team effort. Game to game, a new player stepped up and contributed to the team’s success. We thank LaSalle Titans for a great tournament, the team sponsor CIBC, as well as all parents for
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their support. The Essex Yellow Jackets Mosquito Major team consists of: Kage Bildfell, Brendan Byrne, Braydon Chittle, Bradley Colenutt, Nash Driedger, Dillon Huntley, Matt Mactier, Freddie McCroy, Blain Mulcaster, Mitchell Pye, Ryan Whittaker, and Matthew Zuech.
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GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON! The first 400 car show participants will receive their dash plaque. QUESTIONS & INFO. Email: carshow@essexbia.com Website: www.essexbia.com
Located in front of Essex Party & Discount No Pre-registration. All Car Show participants are to meet up at the Essex County Civic & Education Centre, 360 Fairview Ave. W., beginning at 11 a.m. on the day of the show. Pick up Registration/ Prize Card at the Essex County Civic & Education Centre.
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The future is now for Essex District High School grads by Sylene Argent Whether plans are to upgrade course grades, enter the work force, or continue education at a post-secondary institution, graduating high school is an exciting time. For the students in the Essex District High School graduating class of 2017, reaching future goals just became one step closer as they were handed their secondary school diplomas at the 132nd annual convocation hosted inside the school gym last Thursday evening. It is often said the four years spent in high school will be the best time of one’s life. EDHS graduate Brandon Benoit was selected to present the Class of 2017 valedictorian address to launch his high school peers off into their futures on the right foot and sum up what high
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school life was like over the past four years. He first humorously thanked his school peers for selecting him to be the valedictorian. “As bad of a decision as that was, I don’t know if this is more of an honour than terror that I have been given the job summing up the last few years of high school in a few minutes, but I’ll do my best.” Benoit thanked the teachers who “put up with us every day” and guidance counsellors for ensuring they all had enough credits to graduate. He also thanked parents for their stern encouragement in making sure their teens studied, though he joked when they thought their kids were studying into the wee hours of the morning, they were really learning fidget spinner tricks. “Looking back to grade nine, high school seemed like
a horrible place,” he said, explaining there were many new people to meet, but every day was spent with those classmates over the next four years and friendships were formed. All of the students, after they walk off the stage with their diplomas, will go into different directions. “We can’t lose the people we grew up with,” Benoit encouraged. Each of the graduates had something unique that made high school fun for them, he said. Though the time spent at EDHS has been jammed-packed, the graduates will all soon wonder where the time went. “One day, we will sit back on a Saturday night, drinking a cold one with the boys, trading stories about how much fun high school really was. But, here we are now, finishing grade 12…It is funny how we are old enough to plan our own future, but at the same time, not old enough to go to the washroom when you want or show a little shoulder,” he joked. “We are all grown up,” he said, adding many of his class peers will be moving out and moving on to school or work. “We spend so much time waiting to grow up, but here it is. Just because we are going to have to start adulting, doesn’t mean we have to stop having fun like kids.” He sent his classmates off with a few words of advice. “Sleep more than you study, study more than you party, and party as much as you can.” Many of the student, through the hard work they committed to their studies over the past several years, received bursaries or scholarships that will help contribute to postsecondary degrees or diplomas. Some of the scholarships offered students as much as $10,000.