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A LOOK INSIDE Harrow explores options for HDHS PAGE 3 ________________ Library workers rally PAGE 10 _______________ Community Living hosts annual luncheon with area mayors PAGE 7 ________________ EDHS’s Coach Hahn to move on to U of W PAGE 13 ________________ Annual Torch Run supports Special Olympics PAGE 19 ________________
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Canadian Tire raises funds for children’s sports
Speedster Tyler Bellaire now at Indiana PAGE 23 ________________
Jack Pillon, 3, explores a fire truck and meets Sparky in the parking lot at Canadian Tire in Essex last Saturday. Firefighters from Essex and Lakeshore were onsite to help celebrate JumpStart Day.
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Three year old Ryan Elford meets Essex Firefighter Ryan Siverns at Canadian Tire’s JumpStart Day in Essex.
by Jennifer Cranston Canadian Tire in Essex focused on family fun last Saturday as it worked to raise funds for the Canadian Tire JumpStart Program.
JumpStart is a corporate initiative that helps families with the financial costs of children’s sports. Leslie Ribchester is Human Resources
Coordinator at Canadian Tire in Essex. She is also the organizer of Jumpstart Day in Essex. “We’re all very excited to be a part of this,” she said. “It is a very
worthy cause because it is important to get kids in the game.” Ribchester explained that while JumpStart is a nation-wide corporate program, money raised in Essex stays in Essex to help local kids. “Our goal today is to raise $2,000,” she said. “That would help about 20 local kids.” The corporate fundraising campaign lasts all month, but donations are accepted throughout the year.
Families in need of help to pay for organized sports and activities for their children can apply online at jumpstart. canadiantire.ca. Families can apply for more than one sport, for multiple children. They can also apply for more than one season. Activities at Canadian Tire on Saturday included a barbeque and a lot of sport-related activities. There were also prizes for
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various activities. Also onsite were Firefighters from Essex and Lakeshore. Essex Firefighters had a couple of ladder trucks and Sparky the Fire Dog with them. Lakeshore Firefighters brought their travelling safety trailer. Lakeshore Capt. Mike Deneweth explained that the trailer helps kids to identify potential safety hazards around the home. It also gives them the opportunity to make a 911 call and learn what it is like to escape when their home fills with smoke and the fire alarm sounds. He said the 911 exercise demonstrates a greater need for young kids to learn their address. Especially because cell phones are so common and they can be difficult to locate. Abigail Nottage, 4, said that she really enjoyed the safety trailer. “There was fake
smoke, and I checked the door and it was hot, and then I jumped out the window,” she said. Nottage said that she learned that it is important to have a meeting place, so you know where to go once you get out of a smoke filled house. Essex District Chief Ed Lepain explained that events like this are important not just for educational purposes, but it helps to get children comfortable with Firefighters. “The message we’re trying to put out there is that we’re your friends, and we’re the people you should come to when you’re in trouble,” he said. He said that helmets and equipment can be scary for children at the scene of an emergency and that events like these help small children to understand that there are regular people inside.
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Four year old Abigail Nottage is proud of her firefighting hat and temporary tattoo that she got while learning important safety tips from Firefighters who were onsite at Essex’s Canadian Tire on Saturday
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Kingsville refuses meeting with Essex by Jennifer Cranston On May 25, Kingsville Town Council announced that it was denying a request from Essex Town Council to discuss the inclusion of Essex in land swap negotiations between Kingsville and the Greater Essex County District School Board. The announcement of a JK to grade 12 school to be built in Kingsville has opened the doors for a possible land trade between that municipality and the Board. Essex feels that because students from Harrow will be used to meet the enrolment requirement for that school, they should have been included in any possible deals. The Town of Essex is hoping to acquire the Harrow District High School Building after it closes in June. Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos told media that his Council would instead send a letter supporting the transfer of the property to Essex at as little cost as possible. Essex Councillor Bill Caixeiro was disappointed with the announcement. He called it “decent” of Kingsville to send the letter of support, but says he was hoping for more. “The unfortunate part is that because we were planning on meeting with them, we were also hoping to discuss other things with them as neighbours,” he said. Caixeiro said he saw the meeting as an opportunity to build a better relationship with Kingsville. As far as the HDHS property is concerned, Caixeiro said Essex will just have to take another route. “Now I guess we wait until the end of June when the Board declares it surplus and wait our turn in the pecking order,” he said. Caixeiro said that there are several possible uses for the school, including community programming and municipal services. He said that while he would welcome another school board into Harrow, he feels it is important that Essex acquire the property even if it is just for the lands and access to Pollard Park and Participark.
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Greater Essex County District School Board Trustee Julia Burgess speaks at a public meeting in Harrow last Wednesday. The meeting was held to discuss the possible future of the Harrow District High School property.
by Jennifer Cranston Around 30 residents gathered in Harrow last Wednesday for a special meeting to discuss possible futures for the Harrow District High School property. If another local school board does not purchase the property, the Town of Essex is hoping to acquire that property at little or no cost. “We are trying to find a way to acquire the property without more cost to the Town,” Councillor Steve Bjorkman said. The purpose of the meeting was to determine if the community wanted to own the building and lands, and collect ideas about possible use of the facility.
Councillor Bill Caixeiro is a proponent of adding the property to the Town’s assets. He explained that Harrow residents have expressed interest in more preschool and daycare programming as well as more senior and fitness programming. He thinks the school would be perfect for these things. He also pointed out that the property is the only access to Pollard Park. Resident Bryan Meyer suggested the possibility of another board, possibly the Catholic School Board, picking up the school. Councillor Larry Snively and others agreed that that would be one of the best possible outcomes.
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Bike safety Right now in our community there is a huge push for motorists to share the road with cyclists. In fact later today I am going to cover an event that will launch a new program to promote awareness of bicycles on the road. I think this is an important issue, and I believe that as the number of cyclists increases, so should safety measures. My point today, however, is that cyclists need to take more responsibility for their safety and that of others. Recently I have experienced too many close calls in Essex Centre involving bicycles on the sidewalk. I have had to yank my toddlers out of the way of oncoming bikes many times. I personally experienced two very close calls in one day last week. I was stepping out of my bank and missed being run down by a woman speeding down the sidewalk on her
bike by mere inches. If I had been a split second slower, the collision would likely have badly injured both of us. The driver of the bike didn’t even swerve, and by the time I took a breath to tell her off, she was half of a block away. Later that same day, a group of girls, who appeared to be teenagers, were riding on the sidewalk. They were travelling against traffic when they flew into an intersection against a red light. My family was in our car about to enter the intersection. This could have been a tragic moment if not for my husband’s alertness and excellent breaks. We had to stop so suddenly, I was also grateful for my kids’ car seats. All of these incidents happened on Talbot St. This is without a doubt the part of town heaviest in pedestrian traffic. As we are often being told, bicycles are vehicles and as such have a place on the road. I agree.
I am not talking about a small child with a helmet and training wheels, I am talking about adults and teens. As cycling advocates will tell you, if one road is not safe enough for you to ride your bike on, find another route. It’s only a matter of time before someone gets hurt. One senior who can’t get out of the way fast enough, one toddler turning unexpectedly to look in a store window, one driver who isn’t hyper alert, is all it will take. Cyclists have been fighting for space on the road for years. Now they have it. It’s time for them to stop putting themselves and pedestrians at risk, and get off the sidewalk!
Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Greatest day in history Do many of you remember where you were when the news came that the Allies had attacked the German stronghold in France? Every morning I had the radio tuned for the news. We knew this was going to happen, but not when. I was feeding breakfast to my 10 monthold son and I clearly remember the sense of excitement and fear at the news. I knew his father’s ship would be involved because I worked out a code he could use yet not be obvious to the censors that read all letters written by service men. Recently, I came across a book about that day that tells in detail all that happened and how the servicemen had to deal with problems, including avoiding the enemy gunfire. It is considered the largest expeditionary force the world had ever seen. Bombers roared overhead and guns of two navies shot over the shore as young Canadians, British and American infantry men waded toward the coast held by the enemy. The Spitfire planes are mentioned in the book at this point. The end of the Second World War began on June 6, 1944. Preparation for the attack had been underway for two years. Some service men later told of the anxiety of the
wait, and one man told me he joined the Devil’s Brigade that murdered many of the sleeping enemy at night. In the two months before the assault Allied airmen wrecked German railroads and destroyed its sources of gasoline. Without that action the assault would not have been successful. The previous day, minesweepers cleared paths through the floating mines in the English Channel. There have been hundreds of experts working on the countless items of techniques and equipment. The entire area had to be studied previously to know if they could carry out their plans; for instance whether the sand of the beaches was dry and firm or muddy. The book is filled with detailed information and reports of the routine practice that was done before the attack.
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Community Policing Harrow explores options for HDHS... Committee supports Anne Marie Grant in her presentation that the Board is expected to to the municipality. stressed the importance of school would have a focus declare the property Anyone with further Ronald McDonald House having a well-developed on strong academics with surplus in June. From that suggestions or ideas is
Pictured back row: Provincial Constable Sean Mackinnon, Auxiliary Officer Ryan Smith, Provincial Constable Joe Meloche. Front row: Two representatives from Ronald McDonald House, Hilda Ware, Dianne Meloche, and Shari Freeman.
Submitted to EFP Through fundraising and the generosity of businesses in Essex and Harrow, the Community Policing Committee is proud to have been able to make a $10,000 donation to the new Windsor-Essex Ronald McDonald House. The presentation was made late last week. The money will be used to support the daily operation of the facility. The new Ronald McDonald House, located on the third floor of Windsor Regional Hospital’s Metropolitan Campus, provides a home away from home for families of sick children. This facility is used by families from out of town as well as local families. For more information on the Essex Community Policing Committee, please contact Provincial Constable Sean Mackinnon at 519-738-3796.
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plan for the property. “As a taxpayer I’m really hesitant to take on another property, unless we have a solid plan that is self-sustaining,” she said. Councillor Bjorkman said that it is important for the Town to have access to the athletic fields and parks, and he agrees that a good plan is essential. One of the options suggested was the creation of an independent school. Melanie Paul Tanovich presented a rough draft proposal for an independent school, which she explained later was an amalgam of several ideas from a number of people. She explained that this school would have little or no tuition, and operate through strong partnerships within the community. She explained
specialties in agri-food, hospitality, and special education. Rebecca Robinson was on the Harrow Committee with Tanovich. She explained that some of ideas for this possible school came about in discussions in that group. She said it would be important that education in Harrow be accessible to everyone. She also said that it would fit well into a community hub concept, as it would likely start small and only use a small part of the existing building. It was agreed that a task force should be formed to help develop a solid plan for the property in the event that the town acquires it. The Greater Essex County District School
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asked to contact Essex Town Clerk Rob Auger through the Town website, or call 519 776-7336.
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Library workers rally by Sylene Argent Cupe 2974 library workers with the Essex County Library system rallied outside of Essex Centre’s library branch last Wednesday evening. Group spokesperson Lori Wightman said the group chose to rally on Wednesday evening, with signs in hand, as the Essex County Library Board meeting was taking place inside the facility. It was desired to let the Library Board know that recently the workers were
in bargaining, and after three days of bargaining, management called for conciliation, she said. “This kind of shocked us a lot since we felt there were still a lot of...issues we could discuss,” she commented. Moving forward, she said, the workers will have to meet with a conciliator. If an agreement still can’t be found, either side can call for a no-board. She said that if management calls for a no-board, 17 days later there could
be a lockout position, which would result in a disruption of services. “We don’t want that,” she said. “We love our jobs, love our communities, and have relationships with our communities.” The Library, she said, is coming into its busy summer season. “All we want is a fair deal,” she said. “We are here tonight to let the Board know and that hopefully they can direct management to work with us.”
Library workers rallied in front of the Essex Branch of the Essex County Library system last Wednesday evening.
The issues, she said, will be left on the table since they are still in bargaining. “They are issues we felt we could work with, we could work on, we could come to some kind of agreement,” she said. June 2 is the conciliation date where the group will meet with the conciliator and library management. “As frontline librarians, clerks and catalogers, we are proud and happy to serve the residents from our community,”
literature on the event stated. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche is on the Library Board. He said as the situation is in the middle of negotiations he wanted to respect the negotiation
process as the conciliation date is coming up. He is hopeful the process goes well on June 2.
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Community Living hosts annual luncheon with area mayors
Pictured are the individuals who made presentations at Community Living Essex County’s annual Luncheon with the Mayors that was hosted on Friday at St. Mary’s Hall. Pictured are Ray Renaud, a member of New Day, Kelly Runnalls of Ensemble, CLEC’s President Ron Giofu, Derek Roy of CLEC, Executive Director Nancy Wallace-Gero, CLEC Past President Diane Bourbeau, CLEC’s Julie LaSorda, and Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development.
by Sylene Argent Connecting with the community is a great way for agencies and organizations to discover opportunities, explore potential partnerships, and pass along information about the programs and services they offer to their membership and the
community. On Friday, Community Living Essex County (CLEC) hosted its 11th annual Luncheon with the Mayors at St. Mary’s Hall in Maidstone. The event took place during Community Living Month. During the event, mayors and councillors
from area municipalities enjoyed lunch and listened to a few presentations that informed them of what Community Living is, and changes coming to CLEC that will strengthen its programing. It was also an opportunity for CLEC to allow representatives
from its associated service Ensemble, a family support resource, and New Day, a self-advocacy group, to explain their purposes and what they offer. CLEC is a local organization that serves around 600 clients with intellectual disabilities, and their families. This year, this organization is celebrating 55 years of service to the community. When it first began to operate in 1961, it had only a handful of clients, a $35,000 budget, one leased property, and one borrowed station wagon. Today, it has around 425 employees, a multimillion dollar budget, has 58 owned and leased properties, and a fleet of buses that serve its clientele. Being able to grow like this “Is a real testament to the volunteers and staff,” Tony DeSantis, Community Living Essex County’s Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development, said. “We continue to grow and things will continue to change.” Nancy Wallace-Gero, Community Living Essex County’s Executive Director, explained a new partnership that took shape recently in Leamington. Community Hub 33 partners a variety of services, including CLEC, to better serve the community. It allows the involved agencies to work more closely together. There will be a change to CLEC, employee Derek Roy said. He introduced a new hiring system called Career Compass that helps CLEC clients connect with potential employers. CLEC provides onsite job training to its clients. He said that anyone wanting to hire one of CLEC’s clients can do so on a fulltime or part time bases. Essex County Warden Tom Bain commented
CLEC does a great job for its clients. “You are helping each of these individuals reach their full potential,” he said. Some of the mayors took the opportunity to razz each other during the luncheon as a way to gear up for CLEC’s upcoming
golf tournament. During this tourney, municipalities enter a golf team and compete against each other for the coveted Municipal Cup, which LaSalle has been able to win for the past five years.
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Health Coalition holds referendum on Ontario Health Care by Jennifer Cranston Last Saturday, volunteers from the Essex County Health Coalition and the Windsor Essex Health Coalition were out in the community collecting votes for their volunteer led referendum on health care cuts to Ontario hospitals. With ballot boxes throughout Windsor and Essex County, they brought in well over 10,000 votes. Of those 10,265 people voted in support of better funding for hospitals. 35 voted against, and two ballots were spoiled. Kim DeYong is Chairperson of the Essex County Health Coalition, which is a chapter of the Ontario
Health Coalition. She explained that the referendum was held province-wide and that on Tuesday, May 31, all of the ballots from across the province would be brought to Queen’s Park were the provincial results will be revealed and hopefully a strong message will be sent to the government. “It is to send a message to our government that hospital cuts have to stop,” she said. She explained than for the ninth consecutive year, real dollar funding cuts have been made to Ontario hospitals. She also said that in Canada, Ontario has the highest readmit rate, meaning that too many patients are being sent home while they are still sick.
“We’re only asking them to bring Ontario up to the national average,” she said. The Essex County Health Coalition is a relatively new chapter of the provincial organization born out of the “Save our O.B.” campaign, that helped to maintain a labour and delivery unit at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Being that the local chapter is so new, DeYong said she is very pleased with the County’s participation in this referendum. “We had at least two boxes in each municipality,” she said.
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submitted to EFP The Essex-Kent Junior Farmers has officially been revived in the Essex and Kent County regions as an amalgamated club. The club met on April 9 at Delta Power, in Tilbury, to discuss what Junior Farmers is all about, what opportunities it currently provides, and what this club can do in the community. Elected at the meeting was President Brian Sterling, Vice President- Nic Willemsma, Provincial DirectorMatt Clarke, Assistant PD- Kris Rivard, Treasurer- Alex Richardson, and Secretary- Graham Smyth. Members are very eager to get involved in the community. Events such as the Thamesville Threshing Festival Parade, Pain Court Tractor Pull, Comber Fair, Harrow Fair, Sodbuster 5k Run in Ridgetown, and local county plowing matches are a few things already on what looks like a busy schedule this year. The club is very excited about hosting five of the
seven International Exchange Delegates from the Young Farmers Program, who will visit Essex-Kent in June. The delegates will be in Ontario for the summer months, travelling to several counties within the province with active Junior Farmers clubs. Members participate in a variety of activities in their home communities as well as with other members from across the province. They can compete in sports, cultural and social events, fundraise for charities, take road trips, travel abroad, and host international delegates. Junior Farmers is a grass roots organization and welcomes anyone between the ages of 15 and 29 years of age. Members tend to be rural youth, but contrary to the name, many are not farmers at all. Anyone is welcome to join. If you would like to join our group or have any questions, check us out at jfao.on.ca or email brian_ farmboy@hotmail.com.
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One impaired driver is too many
submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Essex County would like to take this opportunity to remind the public about the perils of drinking alcohol and then operating a vehicle.
Over the past week, there were four arrests with respect to impaired driving in Essex County. One is too many, let alone four in one week! Any amount of alcohol or other drugs
can impair one’s ability to drive. The police can issue an immediate roadside driver’s licence suspension to drivers who register a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) in the “Warn Range” of .05 to .08. A BAC above .08 will result in an impaired driving charge. Impaired driving remains the leading cause of criminal death in Canada. “If the pure fact that you could potentially kill someone doesn’t make you stop and think twice before driving drunk… surely the penalties for
such behaviour will be an eye opener,” Essex County OPP Detachment Commander Glenn Miller said. For a first offence, if convicted of Impaired Driving, you are subjected to a year-long driving suspension, along with a $1000 monetary fine and mandatory alcohol education or treatment program requirement. That does not include the increase in your auto insurance and the impact your conviction will have on your job, your family, and your friends. If you injure or kill someone while impaired driving, the psychological consequences are innumerable. If you plan on consuming alcohol, plan to NOT drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, stay overnight, or take public transit. The police rely on the public to report crime and impaired driving is a crime that should be treated no differently. If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. If you see that someone is impaired by alcohol or other drugs and intends on driving, strongly discourage them from driving and call 9-11 if they insist. For further information on penalties related to impaired driving, visit: www.mto. gov.on.ca/english/safety/ impaired-driving.shtml.
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Fourteen years ago this month, I received the phone call of a lifetime. I was offered a physical education teaching position at the high school level. After spending fourteen years in the elementary panel, this was an opportunity for professional growth that I couldn’t pass up. I had a choice of going to Walkerville or coming to Harrow. Raised in Leamington and being a proud graduate of LDSS, I understood the significance of a community high school. Long-time friend, Gerry Schen, confided in me that picking Harrow DHS would be the best decision I would ever make in my career. As a former teacher, VP, and Principal at HDHS, he was more than qualified to make this statement. I quickly realized how HDHS was filled with so many outstanding student-athletes. Physical education classes were “intense and spirited” to say the least. It took everyone a while to realize that the new phys. ed. teacher was more
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EDHS band raids Chicago ‘Call of a Lifetime’ - by Steve Vorkapich “bark than bite.” Students like Matt Froese, Darryl McGhee, Ryan Dennison, Kerry Miller, and Bobby Dumouchelle read right through me, but weren’t going to “blow my cover.” Instead, their leadership influenced their classmates to buy in to what we were doing on the court, out on the field, and in the weight room. Thank you, fellas. You set the tone for the next fourteen years. Beth Boudreau coached our swim team, driving kids to their daily practices at Essex High School. Steve Johnson would lead our boys’ volleyball team to the OFSAA championships every year. Kelley Cavanagh’s track athletes would achieve their personal bests at the last track meet of the year with smiles a mile wide. Of course, Mireya Campbell and Sue Leslie were always in the background, putting in countless hours year round on our yearbook, which holds lifelong memories. Warren Buffet always encouraged people to
surround themselves with people you admire. Obviously, he was talking about Harrow High School! The goal of any physical education program is not to turn out great athletes, but to have students live a clean and healthy lifestyle and enjoy physical activity outside the classroom setting. That’s only possible when you have principals who buy into this and realize the importance of health and fitness. Thank you to Karen Fleming, Manny Novelletto, Kyle Berard, and Mary Edwards for sharing this vision. None of this happens without parents who support our teachers and coaches. The Motruks, Smeltzers, Brosers, Huffmans, Hedges, Longs, and Yantzis are only a few of these families. Thank you to all of you! Gerry Schen was right. This was the best decision I ever made. Thank You Harrow. I have loved my stay here!
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submitted to EFP On a cool, dark morning on Friday, May 13, thirty-six students and three chaperones from Essex District High School boarded a bus bound for Chicago. The concert band left for its annual three day trip and performance opportunity. The first day of the trip was spent sightseeing with visits to the Shedd Aquarium, Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. The evening was capped off by attending a performance of The Blue Man Group. The band enjoyed cooler temperature and an opportunity to compete in the “Music in the Park” competition on Saturday morning. The band members battled through nerves, and their heartfelt performance captured a second place overall. Congratulations to the musicians! Your hard work paid off. The group enjoyed a visit to Six Flags Great America amusement park. The
evening was spent at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. Sunday morning began with a trip to Chicago’s famed “Bean,” officially named “Cloud Gate,” in Millennium Park. A visit followed to the Museum of Science and Industry, which is filled with lots of interesting exhibits including a World War II era German Uboat submarine. A much more subdued group boarded the bus for the trip back home. Memories were shared and pictures were reviewed. The return to Essex was bittersweet as most people were happy to be home, but the senior students realized they had reached the end of their final trip of their high school band career. Mrs. Shaw, and the chaperones, want to thank the students for your hard work and cooperation. We wish the graduating students much success in the future. The rest of the group will be looking forward to next year’s adventures. Happy travels!
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Janet’s Notebook By Janet Tharpe
Delicious Blueberry Recipes Bursting with Flavor It’s been a bit cooler than normal in my neck of the woods. But last Saturday was one of those perfectly beautiful days. I had a list of things to do inside, but I put them aside. I grabbed my bags and headed out to enjoy the weather at my local farmer’s market. I love walking through the aisles, talking with the vendors and seeing what goodies I can blueberries so I picked up a few pints. Depending on where you live, May - August is prime blueberry picking season. Now what to make? Maybe I’ll add Kelly Gonnelly’s (Fort Plain, NY) Honey Blueberry morning menu. “I created this
! " # mascarpone cheese adds great texture to the inside of each slice.� With a honey nut crunch and the sweetness of the blueberries and cheese, there’s nothing not to love about this creative french toast. Not overly sweet, Laurie $ %& '$ *+ Blueberry BFF Coffee Cake has just the right amount of sugar and is perfect with a cup of coffee. # cake super moist and the blueberries / ! 0 Laurie. “My neighbor’s husband had her call me for the recipe saying that 1 2 have ever eaten.’� Bring this to a potluck or have on hand for guests and I guarantee you’ll suddenly Another one of my favorite coffee cake recipes is Darci Juris’s (Scottsdale, AZ) Bang’n Blueberry Coffee Cake. “After trying several 2 created the best blueberry coffee cake recipe ever,� thinks Darci. # sweet crunch from the streusel, and a layer of gooey blueberry goodness.� One of the reasons I love coffee cake is it’s great any time of day.
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Essex offers free programs during Recreation & Parks Month submitted to EFP Essex Town Council is once again recognizing the value and benefits of quality recreation and parks by proclaiming June as Recreation and Parks Month in the Town of Essex. “Essex Council is committed to promoting healthy and active living in our community,� Mayor Ron McDermott said. “During June, we encourage everyone to join in and learn more about our exceptional recreation programs. We’re offering a number of free sessions and there’s something for everyone.� Mayor McDermott personally invites everyone to the Mayor’s Swim on Sunday, June 12 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the Essex Recreation Complex (242 Talbot Street North, Essex Centre). Other free events include Zumba Toning, Zumba Fitness, Hatha Yoga, and a number of Aquafit programs and Free Swims. The theme for Recreation and Parks Month is Play Everyday! “New parks, new playgrounds, new cycling trails, and a beautiful lakeside property at Colchester Beach
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provide residents with a wide range of recreation and leisure opportunities,� Mayor McDermott said. “June is Recreation and Parks Month� was launched in 2005 as an initiative of Parks and Recreation Ontario, Ontario Recreation Facilities Association and Ontario Parks Association. In 2009, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario joined the coalition. These organizations are joined by the June is Recreation and Parks Ambassadors, communities, municipalities, associations, and schools that agree to observe and celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month. The Town of Essex has participated in this provincewide initiative since 2007 and is the only municipality in Windsor-Essex to have achieved HIGH FIVEŽ accreditation—the only recognized standard for excellence in children’s recreation and sport in Canada. Essex also has the largest lifesaving and leadership training programs in our area. To find out more about Recreation and Parks Month, call 519-776-8992, or check out the complete calendar of events on the town’s website (www.essex.ca).
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EDHS Track and Field Coaches Andy Hahn (left) and Mr. Qawwas (right) are pictured with the female track and field team members who competed in the regional event over the weekend.
by Sylene Argent Essex District High School’s track and field and cross country coach, Andy Hahn, has had his roots set at the local oval track for the past eight years. A recent new opportunity will allow the EDHS physical education teacher to take his
coaching prowess to the University of Windsor as the new head coach of the track and field and cross county teams. Hahn explained he has taken a one year leave of absence from his duties at EDHS to take on this new position at the local University. The Head
Coach position is a three year contract. Hahn is excited to take on this new position. He commented that it is a coveted job. He, however, has missed feelings about this exciting opportunity as EDHS’s study body is comprised of a bunch of good kids. “It’ll be tough to go away from them,” he said, adding Red Raiders are well behaved students. A July 1 start date with the University means no summer vacation for Hahn. He is excited to start on this new journey, especially as an alumnus, and former Lancer athlete and assistant coach. That past experience means Hahn is pretty familiar with the program the U of W operates. Getting involved with athletics can help students become better rounded. The students learn about hard work and dedication when they are a part of a team that depends on them.
Hahn’s duties at EDHS are not over yet. Over the weekend, EDHS had representation at the OFSSAA West Regional competition, with a group of female athletes taking to the oval track and field. Kim Orton competed in the 80 meter, 300 meter, 300 meter hurdles, and triple jump; Montana Wilkins participated in the 3000 meter; Olivia Acanpora competed in the steeple chase and 3000 meter event; Kennedy Campeau
competed in the 400 m; and Lucia McElwain competed in the 400 m, 400 m hurdles, and triple jump. Jess McPherson, he said, qualified to participate in the javelin event, but was unable to compete as her baseball team was entered in a provincial tournament. Orton placed third in the midget girls’ 80 Meter Hurdles, and McElwain placed fifth in the senior girls’ 400 Meter Dash, first in the senior girls’ Triple
Jump, and fourth in the senior girls’ 400 Meter Hurdles. All the girls are not just good athletes, but great students and very good ambassadors, he commented. “They are great kids and good role models in the school,” he said. He also recognized the efforts of fellow coach Mr. Qawwas for his dedication to the team and Red Raider athletics.
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ROUNDING, Herb - After a short illness, a local fixture of Essex and a proud Veteran passed away peacefully at the Iler Lodge on May 26, 2016 at 89 years of age. Loved husband of the late Doris Mildred Rounding (nee Cowan). Dear father of the late Linda McNeil (1998). Treasured Grandpa of Tracy McNeil and Glen McNeil. Great-grandpa of Morgan and Connor McNeil; Amanda Chartier. Great-greatgrandpa of Jackson Labadie. Brother of Louise, Dorothy and the late Oliver, Raymond, Henry and Irene. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Herb served in the Canadian Navy during WWII and was a life time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 201- Essex. He served as an Essex Police Officer for nine years in the 1950s. Herb then began a long career with Weston Bakeries until retirement. The visitation and funeral was celebrated from the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Cremation followed. Donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. ___________________________________________________
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HAWLEY, William George “Bill”- Passed away peacefully on Monday, May 30, 2016 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital after celebrating his 84th birthday on May 26. Beloved husband of Doris (nee Huber) for almost 60 years. Loving father of Robert (Linda) of Winnipeg and Judith Hawley of Toronto. Dearest brother of Jim, Donald (Patricia), Paul (Cathy), the late Carl, the late Shirley Davis, and brother-in-law of Larry Davis (Shirley), and the late Linton Huber (Pearl). Bill will also be remembered and missed by many nieces and nephews. Bill retired in 1988 after 38 years of service with Ontario Hydro and Hydro One. Hobbies he enjoyed most in retirement were stained glass and woodworking. He was a Mason with Parvaim Central Lodge 395 A.F. & A.M., a member of Windsor Power and Sail Club, a Shriner, and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201, Essex. The family would like to give thanks to the staff at Iler Lodge for the wonderful care given to Bill. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held from the funeral home on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 11 am. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Oldcastle. If desired memorial donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children or the charity of choice. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfunerahome.ca.
What’s Going On... JUNE 3 - PASTA DINNER AT ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH - From 5-6:30pm. Proceeds to Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth. For more info: 519-776-7711. _________________________________________________________
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BERTRAM, E. Jean
The family of the late Jean Bertram wishes to express our heartfelt thanks for everyone’s support and acts of kindness during the loss of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great- Grandmother. Thank you to the very caring staff at Royal Oak LTC, Kingsville, where Mom spent the last four years of her life under the care of Dr. Ross Moncur. We greatly appreciated the attention to detail by Tony and Jennifer and the staff of the Kennedy Funeral Home for Mom’s Service and also for providing the delicious luncheon following her interment. Thank you to Reverend Jim Hatt for officiating and to the family pallbearers for their assistance and support during this difficult time. We wish to extend our warmest thanks to all our family, friends, neighbours, and former co-workers who expressed their sorrow, offered prayers, sent flowers, cards, and made charitable donations. ~ Jean will be missed dearly but never forgotten by those who loved her.
JUNE 5 - ESSEX LIONS CLUB ANNUAL PURINA DOG WALK - At Sadler’s Pond, from 10am-3pm. Special needs dog training fundraiser. For info: 519-776-8880. JUNE 8 - ESSEX ROCKS & ROLLS - Car/Motorcycle Cruise-In. At 5pm, at the Essex Memorial Spitfire “Priscilla” Gardens. For info, contact Randy: rvoakes@essex.ca. JUNE 11 - YARD SALE / BAKE SALE and BBQ at Essex Retiree’s Social Club, 32 Russell St. Everyone welcome. JUNE 11 - FARMERS/CRAFTERS MARKET at St. Paul’s Anglican Church and on every second Saturday of the month throughout the summer & fall. INFO: 519-980-4942. JUNE 12 - 5:00 pm- Trinity Anglican Church - Choral Evening Prayer conducted by members of the Cathedral Choir. Refreshments to follow. Free will offering accepted.
JUNE 15 - CWL LUNCHEON & COUNTRY STORE, at St. Anthony Church Hall, Munger & Victoria St. in Harrow, from 11am-1:30pm. JUNE 21 - CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES CLINIC At Essex Legion Hall, 103 Talbot St. N. From 1-7pm. For more info: www.blood.ca.
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REAL ESTATE _____________________ Buying or Selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tfn _____________________ LAND FOR SALE: 1.9 acres, 90ft. frontage, water, gas, on paved road. Call 519-7768089. 16-tfn
SERVICES _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavesthrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Business and residential. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362. 11-tfn _____________________ TREE CUTTING, STUMP GRINDING, HEDGES, SHRUBS, PROFESSIONAL CLIMBER Fair prices & fast service. Big or small jobs. Senior discounts. Serving all of Essex County. Free estimates. Phone calls only at 519-996-9704 or 519-73715- tfn 9703 before 8pm. Continued on Page 16
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DAN’S FIRST AID TRAINING: For anyone needing ďŹ rst aid training for school, work, summer jobs, or just because you would like to have it. Employers needing to have employee’s trained. I teach dierent levels of ďŹ rst aid and CPR. I can also travel to you, to make it easier. For info & pricing, please contact Dan Rose at : danrose1963@yahoo.ca or call or text me at 519-982-5639. 20-4t*
HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15 _____________________
CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 46-tf or 519-791-5046. _____________________
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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful ower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me in and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help me in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.â€? (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.â€? (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. D.D. 22-1t*
GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED. Fax resume to 519-723-2336. 1-tfn _____________________ DRIVERS WANTED: AZ or DZ Clean record. Will train qualiďŹ ed applicants. Fax resume to Quinlan Inc. 519-723-2336.
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_____________________ CHARITY YARD SALE & BBQ- At 455 County Rd. 34, W. on Saturday, June 4. All proceeds go to Titan Ministries in Ghana West Africa. Hosted by Antioch Christian Ministries. 22-2t* _____________________ 5 FAMILY YARD SALE: June 3-6, 9amdusk, at 506 Elmstead Rd., Tecumseh (o 42). Bikes for all ages, many new, unopened household items, furniture, quality clothing, exercise equip., power and hand tools, chainsaws, dishes, antiques, 2015 Dodge Caravan, Pick-up truck, and much more. Call 519-72722-2t* 3268 for inquiries or directions.
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To whom it may concern. I am looking for the daughter of William (Al) Schatz, who passed away in November of 1992. Yvonne Mansell left his remains at my home. If you want his ashes, call Pauline Laham at 519-962-4804 and leave a message if not home. Thank you. _____________________
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SALE BY TENDER House and Lot 204 County Rd. 27, East, Cottam, Ont. 2.99 acres. Owner: Fernand Roy, by Power of Attorney, Diane Jahraus and/or Vivian Cormack. Packages are available for pickup at the address below. OpenHouse June 5, 2016 from 1-4pm. Sealed Tenders will be accepted by the undersigned until June 10, 2016. HICKEY BYRNE, 14 Centre Street, Essex, Ontario, N8M 1N9. Attn: Joseph A. Byrne. 519-776-7349
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- Brain tumour report The report about Gord Downie’s brain tumour gives me much information about the tumour that took my son’s life. After his first operation the doctor came rushing to where we were waiting, with the words, “I’m sorry folks, but I could not get it all.� As she discussed it with us I asked how long he had and she said about a year. That was March and he endured until December, but it would have been better for him and his family if it had not been that long. There is no point in telling you all the details except to comment that they are very much like what is predicted for Downie. It is exactly the same kind of tumour and in the same area of the brain. It is a terrible way to have to die. I know four others who had the same brain growth, so I find it hard to believe the newspaper report that states glioblastoma affects 2 to 3 people per 100,000 in Canada, United States, and Europe. Doctors asked my son many questions in the hope of gaining information about the tumour that might help them assist others. Not long after they did that he was unable to speak or to help himself as he lay in bed. One interesting note to me is that there is no idea about how or why one starts to grow in a person’s head. The newspaper report states Downie’s tumour is more ‘amenable to treatment than most.� It will be interesting to read reports of his progress.
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It was our annual, ‘Building Fund Sunday’ and we were all blessed and inspired to learn how ACM started from seeds of prayer back in the 70s to where it is today. Titian Ministries Yard Sale/Fundraiser is on Saturday, June 4th. Prophetic Arts Workshop, Sunday, June 5th, 1-3 p.m. at ACM. Bring your own lunch and art supplies. Restoration House Healing Rooms, open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Camp Impact coming soon! For more information, go to www. acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed! Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett
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Join us for Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. led by Major Sam Roberts. June 5th is Community Care Ministry Sunday. A potluck luncheon will follow the service. Our regular weekly activities have now concluded until fall. We will hold Friday BBQ’s in front of the Thrift Store starting in July and continuing through August. We have several shut- ins that would appreciate a call, card or visit. It only takes a few minutes to brighten someones’ day. Trinity Church Please pray for Harry, Beverly, Debbie, Bill, Paul, and James. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Norma Conrick, given by Pat & Sharon Kistulinec and family. Trinity’s annual BAKE SALE will be held on Saturday, June 4th, 8 am to ?. This year, we are including a County Fair for the enjoyment of all who come. Games, prizes vendors, and more.
Time is running out for your pie orders for pick up on Saturday, June 11th. Order you rhubarb pies by calling Sharon at 519-839-4579, or Brenda at 519-839- 5184, or leave a message at the office at 519-776-7711. On Sunday, June 12th we will sponsor a Choral Evensong Service by the Diocese of Huron Cathedral Choir, at 5 pm., Everyone is welcome. See you Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery! All are welcome! Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland
All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service at 10am. Sunday School is available at 10:15 am. Our Sunday School Awards and Teacher Recognition Service is this Sunday, June 5. Our Elder on Duty is Judy Krol, the Door Greeters are Hazel and Jerry Farough, and Church Lock-up is Bill Manning. Boarding is at 11 am for the June 4th Detroit River Cruise. We depart at 11:30 am. See Paul for more information. The next Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, June 7, at 2 pm. Volunteers are encouraged to come and share their faith. On Saturday, June 11 there is a Haiti Walk In The Park, at 10 am at the Kingsville Lakeside Park. A BBQ lunch at John and Linda’s follows. Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 19. We will host a BINGO on Friday, June 24 at 7pm in Simpkins Hall. The Church Family Picnic is on Sunday, June 26. Essex Baptist Church submitted by Stephanie Winger
Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist. com. Kid’s Club is offered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm. Essex United Church Join us at 10:30 am for Sunday morning services. Pastor Jim is doing a series of messages this spring about how our beliefs have changed over the eons. Come, listen, and discuss!
Our Friday Meditation Series is back. Throughout the summer, Six Noontime Meditations will be presented in our sanctuary. Take some time for yourself, Come and pray, Come and meditate, come and offer thanks, come and be
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Voice Of Inspiration “Learning to let go should be learned before learning to get. Life should be touched, not strangled. You’ve got to relax, let it happen at times, and at others move forward with it.”
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Countryside celebrates re-grand opening - Makes donation to Lakeshore Horse Racing
by Sylene Argent Customers, employees, and supporters of Countryside Chrysler Dodge celebrated the completion of the local dealership’s recent rejuvenation project with a regrand opening and ribbon cutting event last Wednesday evening. Terry Rafih, Chairperson and CAO of the Rafih Auto Group, was thrilled to be surrounded by individuals who supported the recent rejuvenation of the Countryside
Chrysler Dodge facility in Essex, which included a fresh, new facade, renovations to the interior, and an expansion of around 6000 square feet. The new facility includes a new show room and automatic car wash. Planning for the redevelopment of the facility started around one year ago, and construction took around eight months. The dealership was founded in 1973, Rafih said, adding the Rafih Auto Group
Terry Rafih, (right) Chairperson and CAO of the Rafih Auto Group, is surrounded by family, friends, employees, and supporters as he cuts the ribbon to celebrate Countryside Chrysler Dodge’s re-grand opening.
got involved with the local dealership around five years ago. He thanked the staff members at Countyside for all they do and its customers for their support. He said his main goal is to exceed everyone’s expectations. He took a moment to recognize longtime staff members for 20 to thirty years of dedication to the local business during the event. Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain said the Town is extremely proud of its businesses. Lakeshore, he said, is a fast growing community because of businesses, such as this one, that are being innovative and thinking forward to recreate, expand, and attract people to the area. During the event, Rafih took the
opportunity to forwarded $20,000 to the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association and Leamington Agricultural Society. This was a token of appreciation forwarded back to the community through the Rafih Auto Group and Countryside. “I love horses. I believe in supporting the community,” he said, adding he thought it was a worthwhile cause to support. The money will go to help with construction of paddocks onsite, Bain said. The group was pleased to accept the generous donation. He added that 13 race dates are scheduled for 2016, beginning on August 7. Log onto lakeshorehorseraceway. com for more information.
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Annual Torch Run supports Special Olympics
by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday, a large crew of local law enforcement officials took a brief leave from their
Local law enforcement officials from various agencies traded in their uniforms for running shoes to support the annual Windsor-Essex County based Law Enforcement Torch Run last Wednesday.
regular duties to support Special Olympics through participating in the annual Windsor-Essex County based Law Enforcement
Torch Run. This crew of runners took to the streets in several municipalities throughout Essex County to raise funds for and bring awareness to this special cause in the local leg of the Ontario-wide event that carries the “Flame of Hope.” The Essex County portion of the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in Tecumseh on
Wednesday morning at Lakewood Park. Participants then continued their efforts through Lakeshore, Leamington, Kingsville, Harrow, Amherstburg, and LaSalle. The runners finished in Windsor at the Civic Terrace. Event organizer, Constable Jim Chauvin, was pleased with the turnout of supporters. He estimated over 60 participants took part in the event. Those participants who signed up to take part in the full event jogged around two kilometers in each community and another
five kilometers in Windsor for a total of around 20 kilometers. Other supporters joined the crew for one of the stints in one of the municipalities. The biggest purpose of the event, he said, is to raise awareness about Special Olympics. The event is also a fundraiser for this cause, and the event organizers were pleased to receive a $450 cheque from Cardinal Carter as part of the fundraising efforts. Its students hosted a dress down day to raise the funds. Through hosting this event, and others for
Special Olympics, the friendships between Special Olympics athletes and local law enforcement has grown. He said many officers dedicate their time to help coach some Special Olympics teams. This event is one of many ways local law enforcement can give back to the community, he noted. Looking ahead, Chauvin is looking forward to the Torch Ride, which will take place in August. Log onto www. torchrideontario.com for more information on this event, or to learn how to participate or donate.
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Continued from Page 17 will be a variety show. Tickets available this week. Call the church office. Our annual Broasted Chicken dinner and Strawberry Social on Saturday, June 18. Tickets are available from the church office. For the month of June, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank.
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church Our next pasta dinner will be held on Friday, June 3rd from 5 - 6:30pm with proceeds going to Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth, takeout is available. This will be the last dinner until the fall. On Sunday, June 5th there will be no 8am service, the 11am service will be a Morning Prayer led by Sandra Lypps. Starting Saturday, June 11th and continuing on every second Saturday of the month throughout the summer and fall, we will have a Farmers/Crafters Market at the church grounds. We are still looking for vendors to sell produce and baked goods, please call Sandra at 519-980-4942. Please note that the market will only be once per month and not weekly as previously advertised. The Essex Deanery Golf Tournament will be held on Wednesday, June 22nd. Contact the office for more details. Regular Sunday morning services are at 8:00 a.m. (BCP Eucharist) & 11:00 a.m. (BAS Eucharist); Sunday School also takes place during the 11:00 a.m. service. Please check out our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org and our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson
We invite you to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our weekly Worship Service and Sunday School. If you would like to assist a local family with the “special formula” needed for their four month old child, please speak to Laurene in the church office, by calling 519738-4223. Confirmation Classes are being planned for this Fall. If you know of anyone who will be in Grade Nine or older and interested in attending, please contact our church
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office. To learn more about our caring faith community, hear one of Rev. Staples’ dynamic messages or listen to our weekly Ministry of Music, please find us at: www. harrowunited.org. Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
We invite you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
Woodslee Friendship Club Monday Euchre winners were Joanne McMurren, Dave McMurren, Colleen Chevalier, Mary Margaret Chevalier, and Mary Demars. The Pepper winners on Wednesday were Flo Rivest, Mary Demars, Margaret Chevalier, Donna Eyraud, George Diesbourg, and Chap Fuerth. Friday night Euchre winners are Ernie Lariviere, Mary Demars, Margaret Chevalier, Joanne McMurren, and Thomas Allison. Please come out and join us for a game of cards on these days, or contact Irene Gignac at 519-9752283 for more information. Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley
Did you miss Church of the Redeemer’s “Pie Palooza?” You can still get your frozenready-to-bake pies. Call Amy or Pam 519-737-6850 to order your today. Our next Senior’s Luncheon will be held at Church of the Redeemer on Wednesday, June 29th at 11am. Our guest speaker will be Susan LeClair from Shoreline Tours. Call Continued on Page 21
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Continued from Page 20 Dawn at 978-1252 by June 22nd to reserve your seat. Redeemer’s annual Strawberry Social is on Saturday, June 18. The day’s events include a giant parking lot sale, huge bake table, fresh local strawberries & homemade cake, BBQ, and more. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808. Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Join us as we celebrate our 170th Anniversary of St. Mary’s Church on Sunday, June 12th. There will be cake and refreshments served after our Cemetery Sunday Mass, at 9 a.m., weather permitting. Please bring a lawn chair and park in the schoolyard. Please continue to bring in your milk bags and drop them off at the back of the church. These bags are made into mats for the people in the third world to sleep on. The Annual Parish Golf Tournament takes place on Sunday, June 26th at Willow Creek golf course. Registration forms are at the back of the church. Proceeds to St. Mary’s Altar Society. Parish Yard Sale is on June 4th in Cottam at 149 Fox Street. Proceeds go to our refugee family. Our sympathies and prayers go to Ray and Denise Sauve and family on the passing of their daughter, Abbey. To Gord and Cheryl Edwards on the passing of their mother, Marjorie. Happy Birthday to Elaine Deehan, Audrey Kavanaugh, Erica Schmidt, Kolleen Fuerth, and Brendan Fuerth. Please keep all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their caregivers in your prayers.
Come join us for Sunday Service at 11:15 am. Rev. Ann will give her special message. Greeting you at the door will be Audrey Stanley and Marvis Wharf. Serving the lunch after the service will be Carol Mallott and Eva McFadden. If you need a ride to church or a special event contact the church office before 2 pm the Thursday before. Need a special visit from Rev. Ann please contact her. RIB FOR THE ROOF: Saturday June 11 from 4 to 7 pm. Dine in or take out. For tickets, contact Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-6312. This is a fundraiser to help support the cost of the Hall Roof. Coffee and Conversation: Thursday 10 am. Vacation Bible School: July 11 to 15 from 9am to 12 noon. From JK to age 11. A nominal free. There will be peanut-free snacks. Contact Liz Plat (519-791-4439) or Kelly Sauve(519-791-7064) to regisister.
Parent. All are welcome. Life Teen for Grades 8-12: Sunday June 5-LifeTeen Service Day Come out starting at 4PM for an awesome day giving back to the community. Dinner is provided. Ends with the regular 7PM Mass. SAVE THE DATES!: Vacation Bible School - August 8th to 12th. Parish Picnic Sunday, August 14th at Noon. The next K of C Fish Fry is on Friday, June 10, starting at 4:30 p.m. Squires meet on June 13 and June 27. They are selling Coupon Books and holding a Bottle Drive on Saturday, June 25th. Please return all baby bottles for the Guadalupe Home no later than June 5th. We welcome home Martha Lapain, Jerrod Market, and Adam Zanier who have returned home from their year with NET Ministries. Speaking of home, I am back after three weeks out west were I was able to spend time visiting my kids and grandbabies. God Bless you all and have a great week!
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Summer Office Hours: Monday to Thursdays 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. & Fridays 9 a.m. to Noon during June, July & August. Summer Daily Mass Times: Starting Thursday, June 30th Mass on Thursdays will begin at 8:30 a.m. until September 8th. Last call for the Steubenville Youth Conference. A Parent’s Information Meeting is on Wednesday, June 15th at 7pm in the Hall. CWL Members Banquet - Tuesday, June 14th in our Parish Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. Parish Breakfast: Sunday, June 12th after each morning Mass. Free will donations appreciated. Proceeds go toward our Youth. Mass For The Deceased: June 7th at 4:30 p.m. at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. All are welcome. Healing Mass: June 10th at 11 a.m. at Mount Carmel Church with Fr. Mike
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1951 Ford Victoria still looking new 65 years later Pictured right: 1951 Ford Victoria owned by Len Ruel of Belle River, Ontario. Pictured below: Note blue-dot taillights and dual exhausts.
A beautiful 1951 Ford Victoria 2-door hardtop in powder blue with dark blue top and wide whitewalls attended the Tomato Festival Car Show in Leamington, Ontario, on Sunday, August 16, 2015. I met the owner, Len Ruel of Belle River, Ontario. The car came from California and went to British Columbia when Len was living there six years ago. Now he lives only twenty miles from Leamington. It is still flathead-powered and the “Fordomatic” insignia on the trunk lid tells us the car has an automatic transmission (a later automatic has replaced the original). I told Len I thought his car was lowered just the right amount all the way around, sitting low and level. He said the ride is now stiff but we both agreed that we’re happy to sacrifice a little comfort for style. This car would look right at home in a movie shot in 1957. It has dual exhausts and the twin spotlights that every cool car had to have back then. It has chrome bullets that snap into the centre of the chrome wheel covers. The bumper guards have been removed and the hood has been shaved for the “smoothie” look so popular back then. But the trunk lid remains unshaved, illustrating the restraint necessary when creating a mild custom. The car still has the original twin-bullet grille and the headlights still have their chrome headlight rims. The car also still has its outside door handles and the stock side trim that wraps around the rear of the car. I tried talking my dad into adding that cool-looking wraparound trim to our one-year-old 1950 Ford sedan when I was eight years old. He said no. The 1951 Ford Victoria was the first 2-door hardtop built by Ford. It came out in response to the well-received Chevrolet Bel Air 2-door hardtop introduced the previous year. So popular was the new body style from Ford that it outsold the Chevy hardtop in 1951 even though it was not introduced until mid-year (110,286 Ford hardtops vs. 76,662 Chevys). The Ford Victoria was built on a convertible chassis with convertible doors and rear quarter windows. Still popular 65 years later, these cars are highly collectible today. 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. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”
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Mills to coach at Western by Fred Groves Glen Mills is heading up the highway. The president and coach of the Essex Ravens has accepted a position with the University of Western Ontario’s Mustangs football program. This fall, Mills will become the defensive line coach of the Mustangs that compete in the OUA. • James Morgan had a pair of goals on Thursday night to help the Windsor Clippers to a big 17-6 win over Point Edward in Junior ‘B’ lacrosse action. • Alex Friesen of Essex wrapped up his hockey season recently as the Carleton Place Canadians made it all the way to the RBC Cup. Friesen, a former Leamington Flyer, helped the Canadians to their third straight CCHL Junior ‘A’ title before heading to the national tournament. • At a pre-draft showcase in Florida, where there were 14 major league baseball scouts, Skylar Janisse was throwing 92 miles per hour. The Maidstone right-handed pitcher, who just graduated from Oklahoma State University, has signed a pro contract with Salina Stockade of Kansas. In his debut with the Stockade, Janisse, who is still eligible for the
MLB draft later this month, won 7-3 in which he struck out seven and allowed just four hits. • Essex District High School track and field coach Andy Hahn is taking a huge step in his coaching career. It was recently announced that Hahn will become the new head coach of both the cross-country and track and field teams at the University of Windsor. • Still with track and field, EDHS grad Kelsey Balkwill finished third in the 400m with a time of 54.94 at the recent Windsor Open track meet. • A couple of local track and field athletes won’t have to travel far
for OFSAA this week as it is being held at the University of Windsor. Lucia McElwain won the west regionals in her best event, the senior girls’ triple jump, and was fifth in the 400m. Speedster Kim Orton was third in the midget girls’ 80m hurdles, also earning a trip to OFSAA. • In Essex County Senior Baseball League action, the Essex Juniors made it two straight wins as they downed Leamington GH 8-3 on Friday. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.
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Speedster Tyler Bellaire now at Indiana
Photo submitted: Tyler Bellaire (centre) at the NCAA Big 10 meet.
by Fred Groves Tyler Bellaire has come a long way from the local oval track and Essex District High School to his new home, the Division I University of Indiana. The 21-year-old sprinter, who hails from Maidstone, is currently ranked 14th in the nation in the men’s 100 metre sprints. His personal best of
10.53 is nearly a full second better than what he was running as a high schooler just a few years ago. “I am trying to qualify for the NACAC (North American, Central American, Caribbean) under-23 Games in July,” Bellaire said from school in Indiana. He recently made a stop back to this area where he finished second in both the 100 m and 200 m on his old track at the Windsor Open Track Meet. “I came to Indiana this year after I got recruited by a couple of schools and I got scholarship offers. At first, all the schools contacting me was a little overwhelming.” The recruiting may have been overwhelming, but not a surprise for this speedster. He was a CIS All-Canadian when he ran for the Windsor Lancers, and was the anchor leg of the 4x200 relay team that won a national silver medal in 2014. Last year he had a hamstring injury and did not run. After this year in Indiana, he will have one more year of university eligibility. “They are really good now,” Bellaire said of the hamstring issue. “It was a lot of therapy. I am happy to say I am healthy.”
While the 100 m and 200 m are his specialties, Bellaire also runs the 60 m indoors, but admits he prefers running outside. From the start of the gun to bursting over the finish line, there is less than 11 seconds to get the job done. Bellaire said he is best in the last few metres. “I think I am a little stronger in the top end speeds. I probably have pretty good closing speed, but I am developing my blocks.”
So what’s next? Bellaire will continue to attend school where he is studying Public and Environmental Affairs, he is hoping to trim his personal best time of 10.53 in the 100 m down to 10.3 or even less, and there are more races ahead. He heads to Toronto later this month for the Athletics Ontario Championships, and after that hopefully the Olympic Trials in Edmonton.
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73’s host golf tourney-plan for next season
73’s season ticket holder Brad Beatten, Assistant General Manager Steve Caldwell, Secretary Jim Barnett, Goal Coach Brian Spearing, and General Manager Scott Miller enjoy participating in the 73’s annual golf tourney on Saturday morning.
Yellow Jackets off to a smashing start submitted to EFP Powered by 26 runs, the Essex Rookie (8-9 yrs) baseball team competed against a well prepared Lasalle Turtle Club team last Saturday. Bright weather and happy smiles won out on Opening Day for the Jackets. First time ever Travel players and parents were welcomed and treated to a true summertime classic game with an electric feel. It was three of the returning players from last season leading the assault. Nash Driedger, Jimmy Hayes, and Braydon
Chittle combined to cross the plate 13 times while hitting 12 of 15. Rookie lefty, Blain Mulcaster joined Nash with monstrous shots that went yard. Coach Shawn Davidson and the rest of the staff were not surprised with the results of their heavy hitting lineup. Additions like Braeden and Caleb Cavanagh boost the speed and power of the team. Building friendships and baseball skills, while having fun is the summer is the plan for these young and spirited athletes. The team returns to Lasalle this Friday, June 3rd for a 6 o’clock showdown.
by Sylene Argent Though the hockey season may be over, the Essex 73’s coaching staff, executive members; and volunteers have been hard at work to fundraise for the local Junior “C” team in preparing for the 20162017 season. On Saturday, around 100 golfers took on the challenge of completing 18 holes of golf at Belleview Golf Club to support the annual 73’s fundraising golf
tournament. General Manager Scott Miller said though the event is a fundraiser, it is a chance to take to the course to have some fun and connect with other 73’s supporters. Some of the participating golfers were former 73’s players who donned the orange, black, and white jersey as recent as last year or even back in the ‘70s. Miller was happy to see the support from all of those former players and all the team’s supporters. The golf tourney challenged its participants in a putting contest, and offered an array of fun prizes for the participant who could drive the ball closest to the pin, had the longest drive, or the longest putt at certain greens. There were even big prizes offered to anyone who got a hole in one at a few of the holes. The tourney wrapped
up with a ribs and chicken dinner. Without sponsors and supporters for all the fundraisers the 73’s operate, the team could not survive, Miller commented, adding the support is always greatly appreciated. Just a few weeks ago, the 73’s hosted a training camp at the Essex Centre Sports Complex to test out players who wish to play for Essex in the 2016-2017 hockey season. During the two training camps held on the 16th and 19th of May, 88 hopefuls demonstrated their talents to the 73’s coaching staff. “There was a lot of good young talent,” Miller said, adding the team knows it will need to replace at least five members of its roster for the upcoming season. Last year, the locals had to replace a dozen.