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Pictured above: On Friday, 27 teams took to the track at EDHS to participate in the high school’s Relay for Life event, which took place for the first time in 15-years.
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Pictured are some of the committee members who helped organize EDHS’s Relay for Life event, which was held on Friday afternoon.
by Sylene Argent It has been 15-years since a Relay for Life event has been held at Essex District High School, and current students and staff members thought it was time this event should be rebooted. So, on Friday afternoon, the local secondary school’s staff and students hosted a Relay for Life fundraiser
out on the track to show support to those battling the disease. Abby Morris, a grade 11 student at EDHS, stepped up to help organize the event and take on the roll of Chairperson of the event’s organizing committee. She said it was decided at the school the EDHS Relay for Life event was due to make a come-back, and she was thrilled with the outcome. The students and staff at the high school formed 27 teams, which fundraised for the cause. At least one member of those teams walked the track throughout the eighthour event in a show of support for their friends and loved-ones who have or are battling various types of cancer. Those who participated were able to buy lunch onsite and participate in an array of fun games setup throughout the football field, including challenging obstacle courses, paint twister, egg races, and karaoke. A DJ kept the tune rolling, inspiring those on the track to keep pace. Morris has participated in the Essex County Relay for Life event for six years,
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EDHS hosts its own Relay Town of Essex to for Life... celebrate Bike Month so it was no surprise the high school event offered the same upbeat and supportive atmosphere as the regional event offers its participants. For Morris, it was really important to reintroduce the Relay for Life event at the high school to show support to teachers and students battling the disease. Though a fundraising
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goal was not set, Morris was hopeful a decent sum would be raised to show support to those battling cancer. Relay for Life events benefit the Canadian Caner Society. “It is a fun day. It shows the students how to come together and make a difference,” she said. “I’m so happy with how it turned out. It is so amazing how the school
came together. One of the fundraisers held at the school that will contribute to this event’s fundraising efforts was the sale of specially made t-shirts showing support for the cause. This year’s Essex County Relay for Life event is slated to take place on Friday, June 7, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. at Colasanti’s, in Ruthven.
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submitted to EFP The Town of Essex will celebrate Bike Month 2019 with a number of free events throughout the month of June. Every year, communities across the country host Bike Month events to celebrate local cycling and recognize the importance of active transportation infrastructure. Bike Month events promote awareness of local cycling infrastructure and encourage citizens to get out and ride their community. “In terms of cycling infrastructure, the Town of Essex has a bit of everything, from dedicated bike lanes and paved shoulders, to multi-use trails and greenways,” said Cynthia Cakebread, Manager of Recreation and Culture. “This year’s Bike Month events will help create awareness of the places to cycle and the sights to see while riding in our community.” The Town will host two free community bike rides guided by Can-Bike certified staff: • Colchester Community Ride on Sunday, June 9 starting at 3:00pm at Colchester Harbour. This beginner level ride with a limited number of children’s bikes available to borrow from Town staff. Adult bikes will be available to rent. • Harrow Community Ride on Sunday, June 23 starting at 3:00pm at the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre. This beginner level ride. Bike Windsor Essex will be on hand for a free bike safety Bike Rodeo, from 1:00 until 3:00pm. Those interested in taking a dip while cycling can pedal the pool with a free SpinH2O class at the Essex Recreation Complex on June19 (6:15-7:15pm), June 23 (8:00-8:45am), or June 26 (6:15-7:00pm). Pre-registration can be found online at www.essexconnect.ca Local cyclists can also join in on the 6th Annual County Wide Active Transportation Celebration and Glow Walk-Ride on Friday, June 14 in Essex Centre. The event kicks off at 3pm at the Essex Civic Centre and finishes with an all-ages walk and leisurely Glow Ride.
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Essex Council notes for Monday, June 3 by Sylene Argent and Adam Gault Hanlan Street extension gets approval Council received a presentation from Steve Taylor, the President of BT Engineering, regarding an environmental assessment report of a proposal to extend and connect Hanlan Street South to the Gosfield Townline. This is part of a proposed residential development that would have single and multi-residential units built along the Hanlan extension, and several new residential streets that would be located north from that proposed extension. The report follows several public consultations and considerations, such as study design, archeology, cultural heritage, natural environment, and analysis and evaluation. From these steps, BT Engineering has put forth a Recommended Plan for the development, which would have the Hanlan Street extension with multi-use trails on both sides, as well as designated school bus
drop off zones and safety considerations -such as a traversable median in the area near Holy Name Elementary School. A motion carried that had Council endorse the recommended plan and directed Administration through BT Engineering to proceed with a 30-day public review process, where members of the public will have an opportunity to object or comment on the proposed development. Former Harrow Jr. School property enters into Development Agreement Essex Council received a Planning Report Town Policy Planner, Jeff Watson, prepared regarding the recent approval of the rezoning of the former Harrow Jr. School from institutional to residential, which would allow the construction of single or semi-attached dwellings. With this change, Bylaw 1825 was put forward and approved, which authorizes the execution of a development agreement between the former
school property and 2484775 Ontario Incorporated. Storm water management and the provision of sanitary and water services, and additional utilities, are addressed in the agreement between the parties and will be put in place with municipal approval. Although no construction date has been determined as of yet, it is anticipated that the project would begin later this summer, once a servicing plan is in place. TWEPI reviews 2018, discusses plans for 2019 Essex Council received a presentation from Gordon Orr, CEO of Tourism WindsorEssex Pelee Island (TWEPI). Orr spoke of the highlights of 2018 and shared areas of focus for 2019. The meeting was part of the organization’s commitment to update local dignitaries on the tourism industry, which he said is a major economic generator in the area. Similar presentations will be made to other area Councils as well during
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the month of June, which is tourism month. In 2018, TWEPI hosted its annual Best of Windsor-Essex Awards, received a few awards for its work, and shared information about its newer marketing campaign “Where Can We Take You?” “Our regional approach to tourism is really working,” Orr said. “Tourism here does matter. It is a job creator and economic generator.” Last year, members of TWEPI staff attend consumer shows. TWEPI is also working to help promote the upcoming Explore the Shore event. In 2019, TWEPI will have fishing and cycling guides. He also presented the 2019/2020 Visitor’s Guide, of which 85,000 copies are printed and distributed. Orr thanked Council for recognizing the importance of tourism and for its support. Councillor Kim Verbeek thanked TWEPI for all it does and said it has really upped its game. Councillor Sherry Bondy hoped to work with TWEPI on wayfinding in the future. Council looks to protect local monarch butterfly population Essex Council received a public presentation from Leo Silvestri, of the Monarch Butterfly Enthusiasts of Windsor and Essex County, regarding its concerns of declining monarch butterfly numbers in our region. He asked Council to consider taking steps to ensure their future survival, such as the creation of butterfly pollinator gardens in municipal parks. Citing the decline of milkweed in the region, one of the monarch butterfly’s primary food sources, as one of the main reasons contributing to the ongoing challenges faced by the monarch population in Essex County, Silvestri explained that efforts Continued on Page 5
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Rain, rain – go away…for a little bit, anyway
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So, I hate complaining about the weather, but, wow have we ever gotten a lot of rain lately. We went from enduring a freezing cold winter to a rainy, wet, and cool spring. We have all had to spend quite a bit of time indoors lately. Pretty soon, we won’t need a vehicle to get from “Point A” to “Point B” in our rural communities, we will just take the canoe or kayak. Let’s hope that does not become a reality. The farmers must be chomping at the bit to get into the fields, and this is something we all need to consider seriously as we all do need to eat. I think we had a decent amount of rain last year, but I do not think it went this far into May, if I recall correctly. Once our “monsoon” season was over, it went directly into that hot, humid weather we all complained about until around August.
I miss the sunshine. I miss the summer. I’m super ready for nice weather and being able to spend some time outdoors. I am sure those with pools would like to actually enjoy water by going for a dip, not having to carry an umbrella everywhere, and I am sure those with green-thumbs are eager to pull weeds and tend to their green spaces. Heck, I am sure there are plenty of youth in the area who would like the chance to play outside. And, when we have gotten a few nice days, it was so wet, little could be accomplished in the way of yard work as the ground has been saturated. It is no wonder people are having a hard time keeping smiles on their faces with all this gray we have had above us. It sure does make me want to crawl back into bed. One of my absolute pet peeves is waking up
before my alarm to think it is super early because it is so dark, to have the alarm chirp seconds later. What a tease. Everywhere I go, I feel like a magnet. Only, I am attracting mud and dirt. I have actually had to wash my shoes several times this year already to get rid of the mud I have accumulated. I hope we start to dry up soon, not only so we can enjoy the sunshine and absorb some serious Vitamin D, also, more importantly, so the farmers can get out into the fields and homeowners can stop worrying about the potential of their basements or crawlspaces flooding.
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Environmental assessments must measure impact on ag by Brent Royce, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
The provincial government recently released a discussion paper – Modernizing Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Program – as they consider changes to the Environmental Assessment Act. The government has asked for public input on the proposed vision for the environmental assessment program based on the discussion paper. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has provided a formal submission with an overriding message – agriculture must be consulted and considered in any public sector project that could impact our farms and businesses. We support the overall need to review legislation to remove duplication and find efficiencies. But we must also be sure that in the process, we don’t lose sight of the purpose of the legislation. One of the core principles of the environmental assessment process is that it considers all aspects of the environment, including natural, social, economic, cultural, and build conditions. OFA believes any changes to the Environmental Assessment Act must retain this core principal. We are concerned about the government’s proposal to exempt “lowest-risk” categories from needing an environmental assessment. The greatest concern with this “exemption” is that some of these projects could have an impact on agricultural lands and businesses. It’s also unclear what activities are considered “low risk.” That’s why OFA believes that when potential impacts on our agri-food sector and agricultural communities are identified, a higher level of environmental assessment should be required. Also, any public sector project must include an Agricultural Impact Assessment if the project has the potential to impact agriculture. OFA is pushing for this requirement to
be incorporated in the environmental assessment process. We have also recommended to government that any and all Agricultural Impact Assessment consulting teams include an agricultural specialist. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs outlines the qualifications of an agricultural specialist to conduct an Agricultural Impact Assessment. The involvement of the local agricultural community is also key to conducting a thorough Agricultural Impact Assessment. For example, when the Ministry of Transportation studied provincial highway expansion options between New Hamburg and Sebringville in 2007, the farm community got involved. Farmers identified the location and activities conducted on surrounding farmland connected with their farm businesses. This enabled mapping of not only the farmland impacted but also the associated movement of agricultural inputs, farm machinery, and agricultural products. OFA takes the process of environmental assessments very seriously. Agriculture must be considered, consulted, and included in assessments because our farm businesses touch so many aspects of our environment – impacting natural, social, economic, and cultural conditions of the environment. We know how important it is for agriculture’s voice to be included in decisions to amend legislation and regulations. And we are strongly urging the government to include our recommendations for Agricultural Impact Assessments as it makes changes to the Environmental Assessment Act. You can read our full submission at ofa.on.ca – under Resources, click on Submissions and Correspondence.
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Essex Council notes... explained that efforts to reintroduce the plant could go a long way in supporting the improvement of the proliferation of the species. “It doesn’t have to be a fancy garden,” Silvestri explained of his proposed milkweed reintroduction. “The main reason for this, even though the monarchs are into the billions at this point, there’s always a chance we could lose them due to a lack of milkweed across North America. “Only one to three percent of the eggs of the monarch butterfly will make it to adulthood.” Mayor Snively put his support behind the idea, suggesting that a milkweed program could be implemented at little cost, and could make an impact in protecting the local environment and ecosystem. “I think it’s well worth it. I don’t think we’re looking at a big, big
cost here,” Snively said. “It’s our future. This is something that we have to address going forward, so I support [Silvestri] one hundred percent.” A motion was passed that directed administration to explore areas where milkweed gardens could be supported on municipal land. Sign Bylaw revision for 103 King Street postponed Essex Council received Planning Report “Sign Bylaw revision for 103 King Street, Harrow,” however, further discussion on a possible amendment to the Town of Essex sign bylaw to permit the erection of a billboard sign at 103 King Street was postponed to the first meeting in July. The purpose of postponing the file was to allow the Harrow & Colchester South Chamber of Commerce
members a chance to discuss the pros and cons of this request. The Planning D e p a r t m e n t recommended not allowing the billboard, or at least cautioned Council as to the report to Council noted the Town of Essex sign bylaw, Bylaw 1350, prohibits the erection of a billboard sign in the settlement areas (Essex Centre, Harrow, Colchester, McGregor, and Gesto). If in support of the application, Council could provide permission by way of adoption of an amending bylaw. The billboards, the Report to Council notes, are considered to be offsite advertising signs, unrelated to the property upon which they are located. Billboards are
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permitted exclusively by bylaw approval of Council. Council has approved 10 billboard signs in agricultural districts, but this is the first such application in one of our urban centers. Planning is concerned about the precedent this sets for local urban areas. Other similar initiatives have been discouraged, it notes in the report. Applicant Jerome Parent made the request for the erection of a billboard sign. Parent’s company owns the building. The proposed sign is around 10’x10.’ It is planned to have a decorative frame and be erected on the west side of the building on the second floor. It would be used for general business advertising and the applicant hopes
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that it would be used by local businesses and to advertise local events. Parent also wants the flexibility to have approval to place multiple signs on the panel at the same time. In the letter Parent sent to Council, it notes the purpose of the billboard would be to improve exposure to area destinations. The signs would be interchangeable. During the meeting, he said this would help promote tourism and would be geared toward entertainment and beds and breakfasts. He noticed Harrow has always been at the same
place commercially as it is tough to rent space. He hopes the sign would attract pedestrian traffic as well and encourage people to want to get out of their vehicles and walk-around. Councillor Chris Vander Doelen said in a time of changing media, more billboards may be needed to help businesses advertise. “I think we really need this,” he said. Councillor Steve Bjorkman asked how he could control who would advertise there. He wondered if there was
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Essex Council notes... a way he could legally control what would be advertised on the billboard. Parent said he is willing to do a few free signs in the beginning to kick it off. Councillor Sherry Bondy said she was not in a position to make a decision that meeting. As the Council rep on the Harrow Chamber, she wondered if Council said “yes” to this, how it would say “no” in the future? She said there are signs in the municipality that don’t look great and there is not much Council could do about them. “To me it is a really big file. To me, we are not just talking about you,
we are taking about all businesses,” Bondy told Parent. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he liked the concept. Watson said the Chamber should have some say as to whether or not the billboard should be erected and if it would have value in town. If approved, he wondered where Council would draw the line in the future. Delegation of Approval Authority Essex Council received Planning Report “Delegation of Approval Authority” and moved to advise the Warden for the County of Essex
that the Town of Essex is requesting delegation of approval authority for plans of subdivision and condominium and part lot control exemption. The Report to Council noted the approval of plans of subdivision and condominium and part lot control exemption is a complex process involving primarily the local municipality, the County, and various agencies, such as ERCA. Draft plan approval of plans of subdivision and condominium and the granting of part lot control exemption is delegated to the County and the ultimate responsibility of the Manager of Planning Services (MPS) for the County, with the part-time assistance of the former manager. All County municipalities follow the same administrative protocol with regard to the development of subdivisions, condominium projects, and part lot control exemption. In the report, it noted that in recent years, development pressures regionally have placed an administrative burden on the local municipal administrations and on
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the County. The report also highlights the Province has introduced Bills 107 and 108, with the specific goals of streamlining the approval process for land development. Delegating the approval authority to the Town of Essex would remove one layer of bureaucracy in the approval process, saving time and staff resources at the two levels and reducing time and costs to housing developers. Each municipality, the report adds, would still be bound by the mandates of the County Official Plan and their local OP. The Manager of Planning Services would continue to receive notice of the proposed development and would work in an advisory capacity with the municipality, the County departments, and all other affected agencies. The County would also still have the right of appeal. After the letter to the Warden is sent, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing would then examine the request. Policy Planner Jeff Watson said Windsor, for instance, is a singletier government and administers such projects on its own. He said Essex is part of a twotier government, which means there are two levels of government looking at the same thing. The question is if twotiers of government need look at these files. The letter to the Warden and the Ministry would look for direction. “What is wrong with us getting the delegation
of authority?” Watson asked. There are regional issues and they have to be handled at a regional level. Allowing Essex to be the delegated authority allows the County to focus more on those regional issues. If we could get this approved, it would be great for our municipality, Mayor Larry Snively said. He and Watson suspect other municipalities would follow suit. Council makes decision on Noah Homes Application Council received the Planning Department’s report “Rezoning application, Noah Homes (applicant).” Council also authorize the preparation of a rezoning bylaw to rezone the lands comprising Part of lot 12 on Second Range of Gore in Colchester South from A1.1, general agricultural, to R2.2, low density residential.
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In addition, Council agreed to the application’s request to increase the garage-width from 60 percent to 70 percent of the home’s frontage and that the minimum width of the side yard be 1.2 meters (subject to the regulation that no vehicular entrance to a garage shall be permitted on the garage wall facing the exterior side yard). It did not approve the request of reducing the front yard from 20 feet to 15 feet. A statutory public meeting was held on May 23 in Harrow to hear public opinion. Policy Planner, Jeff Watson, noted the property application includes 72 units of single and semidetached dwellings, located at the south-end of the Harrow Settlement Area. The Planning D e p a r t m e n t recommended that the 70 percent garage-width to home-width ratio and a
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Essex Council notes... smaller front yard not be supported. “Builders build roads, but you build communities,” Jeff Watson said to Council. Councillor Morley Bowman cautioned on reductions as they can become the norm. Other Councillors, however, saw merit in offering this type of housing.
Support for the Mega Hospital location Essex Council received and supported correspondence from the Town of Lakeshore. The letter notes at its meeting of May 21, the Council of the Town of Lakeshore duly passed a resolution to support placing any new regional hospital services in a location that serves the majority of the residents of Windsor-Essex County and supports moving forward with the proposed location for the
new regional hospital, which will serve the region as a whole. Councillor Sherry Bondy said she wants a new hospital and improvement to healthcare, and hopes this plan is it. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche explained the estimated cost for the new hospital, to his knowledge, will be around $2B. It is expected the region would pay 10 percent of that cost. He believes the County and Windsor are splitting that, with the city to take on a bit of a larger share. That means, the County has to invest $100M into the project. A 2 percent increased had been added to the Essex County tax levy to compensate for this cost and the County has been going low on other costs to compensate for that. He said by the time the Mega Hospital is built,
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the County will have the majority of its share paid off.
Council approves requests for tender for municipal vehicles Council approved two requests for tender for a new pick-up truck, and a single axle plow truck cab and chassis
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(snow plow). Council awarded the pick-up truck request for tender to Ken Knapp Ford in the amount of amount of $46,258.06, including nonrefundable sales tax. Council also approved the additional funding of $6,258.06 above the allocated 2019 Supply
of Pick-Up Truck capital budget of $40,000 through utilizing current savings from the 2019 Capital Equipment budget projects PW-190041 Shop Lawnmower Replacement, and PW19-0037 Roadside Mowing Tractor. Council awarded the single axle plow truck cab and chassis request for tender to Viking-Cives Ltd. in the
McGregor Music Festival to celebrate its 30th year submitted to EFP Area residents and music lovers alike are invited to attend the 30th Annual McGregor Music Festival, which will take place at Co-An Park on Sunday June 9, 2019. This year’s festival will support the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation’s Patient Assistance Fund and RHINO Laryngoscope. The Festival will again have a jam-packed musical lineup, food, raffles and the famous pig auction. The park will open at 11am to kick off the long-list of eight bands that will take to the limelight over the course of the full-day event. Other festivities are lined up from the day, including a car show that will allow visitors the opportunity mull over classic and custom vehicles, and a golf cart contest. Thanks to volunteers and support from the community over the past 29 years, the McGregor Music Festival has raised more than $300,000 for the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation. Established in 1996, the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation, is an independent, community-based, and volunteer-led registered charity that raises funds to purchase state-of-theart equipment, support local cancer research, and provide short-term assistance to cancer patients experiencing financial need. During the Regular Council meeting on Monday evening, Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche encouraged area residents to attend this event, which was sure to provide a good time. “Come out and listen to good music,” Meloche said. “It is for a really good cause. I hope you all can get out there.”
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Del Duca property plans go before Tecumseh Council by Sylene Argent During a special meeting hosted last Tuesday evening, Tecumseh Council was updated on the results of the Open House that was hosted at the Ciociaro Club on the evening of Monday, April 29 regarding the Del Duca Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments. During this public meeting, Tecumseh Council was able to hear public and agency
comments regarding the alternative land use plan. Councillor Andrew Dowie said for the most part, feedback was supportive and positive about the new plan for this parcel that, at one time, created some contention within the Oldcastle community. In January of 2008, after a three-day hearing, the Ontario Municipal Board found the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning
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Bylaw Amendment for the proposed industrial plan for Oldcastle, at an around 50-acre agricultural property located at the 8th Concession and North Talbot Road, were not consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement that development sustain healthy, liveable, and resilient communities. The order, at the time, was withheld for one year, allowing for appeal. Around 80 individuals attended the recent Open House, including Vincenzo Del Duca, one of three brothers who owns the parcel of land. He said the landowners had sat down with the residents of Oldcastle, the appellants of the previous plan, and hired a planner they used, to work out their vision was and why sine the OMB hearing. Residents of Oldcastle appealed the passing of the OPA and ZBA to the Ontario Municipal Board. The Town of Tecumseh passed the OPA and ZBA, and the County, the approval authority for the Town,
approved the OPA. At the Open House, Del Duca explained the new plan for the land includes a commercial block that is estimated to hold four to six stores or services at the southwester corner of the property, a limited area for estate-style housing, a subdivision that could include standard lot sizes and townhomes, and a storm retention pond that he said will be able to handle two backto-back 100-year storms. The design also includes a 2.5-km multiuse trail that extends around the perimeter of the property that would lead to Weston Park. A space in the design is also reserved for retirement living. The buffer strip is planned to be 30-meters wide and extends from the commercial block, creating a barrier between the industrial area to the west and the proposed residential area to the east. There was a bit of an issue planning the buffer in the proposed plan for the
land, Del Duca said at the Open House. The buffer includes a 14-meter berm and a 13-meter drainage corridor. Of the twelve letters submitted to the Town of Tecumseh on this matter for the meeting, 11 registered support for the alternative land use plan, and also may have shared additional ideas or concerns of things to consider, such as traffic volume. Other comments the Town received, Dowie said, included the desire for a lower density residential area. Dowie said he believes the alternate plan is the best possible outcome and was pleased to see a resolution start to come to fruition. A final report will be provided to Tecumseh
Council to summarize the comments/issues raised through the public consultation process and a recommendation with regard to the proposed alternative land use plan and the implementing Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment. Council will then make a decision on the matter in the near future. If Council supports an alternative land use plan, the Town’s Legal Counsel would then reach out to the OMB to provide an update and request its direction on obtaining OMB approval, the Report to Council on the matter notes. Tecumseh Council received the report presented at the meeting.
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Water Festival teaches students ‘every drop counts’
by Sylene Argent For the past 16-years, thousands of elementary school-aged students from throughout the Windsor-Essex County area have been able to learn about water conservation, attitudes, technology, and science at the Annual Essex Region Children’s Water Festival.
Last week, grades three to five students from schools located throughout the region attended the event, which was hosted out on the grounds at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village. This year’s event theme was “Every Drop Counts.” Even though all
the rain experienced recently created a muddy experience for the students, they all seemed to still enjoy the around 50 educational stations setup onsite. The thunderstorms experienced last Thursday caused the organizing committee to cancel the event for that day, which is the first
time that has happened since the event’s inception, Danielle Breault Stuebing, said, who is the Chairperson of the volunteer Steering Committee. Even though one of the event days had to get cancelled, over 3000 students still got to learn from and enjoy the event. The muddy grounds actually, in a way, helped introduce one of the Water Festival’s newest focuses, flooding. This topic was introduced, Breault Stuebing said, as the organizers wanted to try and keep up with local issues regarding water, including rising Great Lake water levels. The flooding station
consisted of a virtual reality sandbox where the students could create a typography and make it rain to see flood plains. One of the neat aspects of the event is that high school students get to volunteer to help out at the event. Only a few years ago, these young adults were learning from the event, and now, as teens, were able to help deliver the curriculumbased material to the elementary-school students. “In spite of the weather, they still had a wonderful time,” Breault Stuebing said of the students who were able to put away their text books for a day of hands-
on learning. “They are learning things and I hope they take those messages home to their families and we will all become better protectors of our water.” Since the event’s inception, around 75,000 community members have been education about the importance of protecting and conserving water resources. The event’s Steering Committee is grateful for the continued support of the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation and all of its sponsors, which helps ensure the event is held every year.
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Scouting celebrated in Cottam by Garrett Fodor Friends, family members, and politicians alike gathered at Cottam United Church to celebrate the continuation and growth of one local youth-orientated group, and the youth it serves, on the evening of Tuesday, May, 28. In September of 2018, the 2nd Cottam Scouting Group was launched, ending a dormant period of scouting in Cottam. During a special ceremony last Tuesday evening, the community celebrated the Scouting group’s second year of operation, and also the graduation of youths involved in 2nd Cottam Scouts into their next scouting group, Cubs or Scouts. Those who attended the celebration had the opportunity to watch the meeting and the badge presentation ceremony, and were also able to participate in a
barbecue and bonfire to wrap up the evening. 2nd Cottam Scouting Commissioner, Fay Lawn, leads the group, along with several other experienced Scouters. Lawn said the idea to bring scouting back to Cottam originally came from convenience and wanting to be closer to home. Many parents were driving to Kingsville for scouting. She added it is important to have scouting in the community because the organization offers valuable principles to children by providing them with opportunities to participate in physical activity, and to help them grow their creativity and intellectual capabilities. 2nd Cottam currently has 12 beavers and 12 cubs in its respective groups. It will also launch its first scout troop in September, which three youths are already registered. She added Continued on Page 11
Members of 2nd Cottam Beavers and 2nd Cottam Scouts stand for the national anthem before their meeting began last Tuesday.
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Scouting celebrated in Cottam... that putting the group together was possible due to various organizations helping the process, along with other scouting groups in Windsor and Essex County as well. Lawn said it is important for all the groups to work and thrive together. Also announced at the ceremony was the addition of Scouts Canada signs being added to the Cottam signs, to recognize scouting being a part of the community. “On Monday night, the request came to [Kingsville] Council to add the signs and there was not any doubt. The only question was where would be the
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best spot to put them,” Kingsville Deputy Mayor Gord Queen said. “I think Scouting is very important in our community and I think the link between the Cottam Rotary group and the Cottam United Church just boost this community.” Lawn added 2nd Cottam could not have been made possible without the support of individuals and organizations throughout the community. 2nd Cottam proudly displays its ‘Wall of Gratitude’ inside Cottam United Church for those who have helped along the way.
Members of the 2nd Cottam Scouting Group poses with members of Kingsville Town Council after their ceremony last Tuesday.
2nd Cottam meets at Cottam United Church. For those interested in more information or registering their youth in scouting, visit www. scouts.ca.
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Residents use Cottam Yard Sale to raise funds for special causes - Many fundraisers held for Murchadha House -
by Sylene Argent Vehicular traffic was slowed down to a crawl in the small hamlet of Cottam on Saturday as treasure hunters
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those residents to take advantage of the high-volume of traffic to raise funds for causes near-and-dear to their hearts. Several of the fundraisers hosted around Cottam on Saturday were held for Murchadha House. Recently, the ground was broken to ceremoniously begin construction on the home that will house youth with exceptional needs. This special home is being built on Fox Street in Cottam to provide non-profit residential accommodation for individuals with exceptional needs. The four youth who will live there, once it is built, will be able to live as independently as possible due to special installations. One of the fundraisers hosted for Murchadha House was held at the Cottam Firehall. This is where the 2nd
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Residents use Cottam Yard Sale to raise funds for special causes... Cottam Scouts hosted a car wash. 2nd Cottam Scouts Commissioner, Fay Lawn, was impressed with the support and generosity from the community. Lawn said it is important for Scouts to learn that there are other youths in the world that need help. For their efforts in helping with the car wash, each of the participating Scouts were presented with a badge that says “Every Child Matters,” which they will be able to stitch onto their blankets. Seeing the badge will remind them of the car wash and the importance of supporting these types of causes. “These kids are future leaders of society,” Lawn said. “We are trying to
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Residents use Cottam Yard Sale to raise Essex Rocks & Rolls provided a funds for special causes... family-friendly party downtown
During the Cottam Yard Sale, firefighters contributed to Murchadha House by collecting money at the main intersection as vehicles passed by. Another Murchadha House fundraiser took place at Cottam United Church, where parishioners sold the local organization’s t-shirts. In addition, a barbeque to raise money for the church, was set up. Sandy Murphy, Murchadha House’s Board of Directors President, was thrilled to see the support. She said Murchadha House was approached by the other
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organizations that reached out because they wanted to host the fundraisers. Those who would like to donate or want to learn more about the project, can do so by logging onto murchadhahouse. ca, or visit its Facebook page. Another fundraiser hosted on Saturday raised money for Operation Christmas Child, which provides a shoe-box full of goodies to youth in need. At this fundraiser, around a dozen volunteers hosted a yard sale and sold homemade beavertail treats to raise funds for the cause.
by Sylene Argent On Saturday, the annual Essex Rocks & Rolls Cruise In and Business Expo event took over the Heritage Gardens Park to provide a family-friendly
fun day downtown, with a purpose of stimulating the local economy. “We could not have asked for it to go any better, even though we got a little rain later in the day,” one of the event organizers, Randy Voakes, said of the festival’s outcome. He added he and fellow organizers received a lot of positive feedback. This was the third time the Essex Rocks & Rolls event was held. It was not held last year, but did take place the previous two years. This year’s event offered live music from the Coastline Band, Todd Porter
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Essex Rocks & Rolls provided a family-friendly party...
Music, and the Ultimate Sensation DJ Service. It also featured a well-attended car show that area car enthusiasts took advantage of to show off their custom and classic vehicles. Fairy
the town, “Voakes said, adding he heard that some of the event attendees took advantage of the opportunity to visit stores and shops downtown. When Voakes approached Council about the event recently, he said he and
tail characters, cotton candy, and IHRA cars were also highlights of the event, in addition to a special appearance of Train Wreck, which is part of the Monster Jam series that performs at
the Silverdome. This year’s Rocks n’ Rolls Cruise In merged to take place with the Essex Business Expo, which Stephanie Winger organized the year prior as a separate event. This year’s Essex Business Expo attracted around 20 vendors. Winger said she thought the vendor area was a great success. It attracted a lot of different age groups and showed off some local businesses. The event helped to create, “A good, healthy economic environment for
the organizing committee put the event together to support businesses. He said when he was a Councillor, he believed businesses were struggling. So, when the replica memorial Spitfire Plan was going up, the committee members
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thought a car show would be a great opportunity to bring people into Essex Centre. Proceeds of the event will go towards Essex Community Services and its transportation program.
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4-H Dairy Press 4-H Cloverbud Press Report Report #2 submitted by Ethan Parks On Friday night, May 24, the Essex County 4-H Dairy Club held its second meeting at Foxland Jerseys, in Kingsville. ge. Mark Mark k We started the meeting with the 4-H pledg pledge. ation of ttheir heeir ir ffar arm ar m. m. gave us a tour and provided information farm. nd We split into two groups, Juniorss an and Seniors. Daairy In Essex County there are five Dairy wiss, breeds of cattle, Holstein, Brown Sw Swiss, hite Jerseys, Ayrshire, and Red and Wh White he Holsteins. My personal favourite is tthe Holstein. he The juniors discussed wheree tthe me of of different breeds originated and some olsteein the traits. Did you know the Holstein eaar produced 9,700 litres per cow, perr yea year (roughly), Jerseys produce 6,400 litress per cow, per year (roughly). d the th diff The senior members explored differences between the Holstein and Jersey milk cheques. We all played the beach ball game of nutrition facts; many laughs were experienced. The meeting was ended and we enjoyed yummy ice cream and chocolate milk. Next meeting will be in June. See you there.
4-H Barn Quilt Club Second Meeting submitted by Jane Morrison The Essex County Barn Quilt Bandits met for their second meeting at the Harrow Fair building on Saturday, April 13. After the meeting was called to order, we got straight down to business, as we needed to hold our club elections. Grace Unholzer was elected as President of the club, Ella Zittlau was elected as Vice President, and Jane Morrison was elected Press Reporter. No one wanted to stand for the position of Secretary, so the group decided that someone would take a turn at each meeting to record the minutes. Following the meeting, we got down to business of finalizing our barn quilt designs, picking colours and using very big rulers to draw our patterns onto our 24”x24” boards. It was fun watching all the designs start to take shape. We were careful not to hit each other with our very big rulers! We will then be able to follow our design, and use masking tape to mark out each section separately for painting. Mrs Vanderveen told the members who missed
our first meeting about our fundraiser with Value Village. After, we enjoyed a yummy snack provided by Jane and her Mom and we closed the meeting.
submitted by Bonnie Popov As the weather gets warmer, farm safety was the topic of the second Cloverbud meeting. The farm can be an exciting and educational place to live or visit, but it also presents prese some dangers as well. Danger come co mess fr me from om work comes working with animals and machinery and know kn owle ow ledg le dgee is dg i tthe he key to staying safe. knowledge H Horses have monocular vision, meea m meaning they have a blind spot in front of tth hei nose, under their head and directly their beh behind them. Loud noises can startle an anim and when sight is compromised, animal the animal is likely to bolt. Touching the the anim without speaking gently when animal app approaching the animal will cause the anim to spook, run, jump, or kick. animal Ani Animals with babies are protective and shou not be approached. should T Cloverbuds worked on a hidden The saf sa fety fety fe ym essage ccolour by letter and a sheet of hidden es safety message farm hazards. They were able to find all the hazards on the sheet and discussed why they were dangerous and how to make the situation safe. The Cloverbuds meet each year at the Kids Safety Day and this year the safety day will be at the Comber fair grounds on July 9th. Everyone is welcome to attend this event and learn how to stay safe this summer. For details on cost and registration contact bonnieanne@rocketmail.com. Thank you to Jenna and Landon for bringing snacks and drinks for everyone to enjoy.
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MCADAM, William James “Bill” - passed peacefully at 95 years of age, with family by his side on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at WRH Ouellette Campus. Beloved husband of Lorraine (Damm nee Shepley) and predeceased by his first wife, Vera (2000). Proud father of Donald (Elaine) and Gary (Ingrid). Loving Grandpa of Cindy Battersby (Dave), Mark McAdam, Erin McAdam, Allison Martin (Chris), Ian McAdam and Erik McAdam. Great Grandpa of Bryce, Fiona, Gavin and Carson. Dearest son of the late James and Laura McAdam and brother of the late Jack (late Agnes) and Mary Yandt (late Murray). Bill and Lorraine blended their families, and Bill will also be missed by Lorraine’s family, including late Susan Lauzon, Kathy Reaume (Randy), son-in-law Gerard Lauzon (Linda), grandchildren, Jessica Hibbs (Darin), Sarah Lock (Andy), Amy Reaume, Katy Heath and great grandchildren, Nolton, Alana, Evan, Caleb, Luca, Benjamin, Charlie, and Lauren. Also Lorraine’s siblings, June Vogeli (Frank), late Dorothy Alexander (late Doug), late Don Shepley (Gay), Judy Watt (Ron), Karen Simpson (late Jim), and Norma Meloche (Ron). Bill was born in Saskatchewan in 1923 and joined the Air Force in 1940 where he took a position in maintenance. He married his first wife in 1944 and was discharged from the air force in 1945. Bill then took a position with Air Canada starting out in maintenance before moving up the ranks as a flight engineer and then eventually a pilot. His time with Air Canada took him all over the world, including Shannon, Ireland where he was posted in maintenance for a year and a half. After 36 years with Air Canada, Bill retired in 1983 and purchased a hobby farm in Arnprior, Ontario, where he raised beef cattle. After 17 years he sold the farm and moved to Guelph where he was closer to his children. A couple of years after they moved, Bill’s wife passed away. While in Florida some time later he met Lorraine who was from Colchester North. Eventually, they married and moved to their current home in Harrow on the lake. They enjoyed many years together, spending their winters in Florida, and taking many trips all over the world. He will be forever remembered and missed. The family would like to give special thanks to the 8th floor nurses for the wonderful compassionate care shown to Bill. Visitation was held at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Sunday, June 2, 2019 until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Bill’s life. Private family interment to take place in Farnham Cemetery, Arkell, ON. If desired, memorial donations made to W.E.T.R.A. or Olinda Ruthven United Church would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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submitted to EFP On Thursday, May 30, guests gathered at Pelee Island Winery to celebrate Kingsville’s vibrant business community and honour the finalists and winners in each category of the 2019 Kingsville Business Awards. Winners were selected by a panel of judges from within the Town’s Tourism and Economic Development
Committee. The event was sponsored by Libro Credit Union, RC Spencer & Associates Inc., WFCU Credit Union, and Pearsall, Marshall, Halliwill & Seaton LLP. The Business of the Year was awarded to The Grove Hotel & Brew House. The Business Innovation award was presented to Green Heart Kitchen and the Young Entrepreneur (Eyes) was
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MCADAM, William James “Bill” - Bridgen, John “Jack” Lewis Alonzo - passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday June 2, 2019, age 89. Born in Essex County, to parents the late William James and Helen (nee Robinson) Bridgen. Loving husband to the late Donna Lorraine (nee Getty) for 55 years. Beloved father of Shelley and the late Jack Sonneveld of Chatham, late Greg and surviving Roni Bridgen of Leamington, Mark and Chris Bridgen of Lakefield, and Jodi-Lynn and Lawrence Grubb of Leamington. Loving grandfather “Bompa” to ten grandchildren and ten greatgrandchildren. Brother to William (late Bernice) Bridgen of Essex. Brother-in-law of Maxine (late Carl) Johnston of Collingwood, and Ron (Sharon) Getty of Windsor. Will be missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased also by his siblings June (late Duncan) McPherson, Bernard (late Mabel) Bridgen, Robert Bridgen, Cpt. Wesley Bridgen, infant sister Margaret, and sister-in-law Sandy (late Fred) Frevell. Jack loved his time spent trucking across North America. He also was owner and operator of Bridgen Transportation Services. Jack and Donna moved to Charing Cross in 1972, where they owned and operated the BP Gas Station and Donna’s Charing Cross Lunch. He had a love of horses, hunting, and enjoyed spending time with friends at coffee and truck stops. Jack most looked forward to spending time with his family who loved him very much. Visitation was held at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park St., Blenheim, on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 until the time of the Funeral Service. Cremation has followed with burial to follow at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery, Blenheim. Donations in memory of Jack may be made to the Outreach for Hunger or JumpStart for Kids. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com. McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park St., Blenheim, 519-676-3451.
What’s Going On... JUNE 7 - 3RD ANNUAL ALL FORD CAR SHOW At the Essex Train Station from 1 5pm. For more information: 519-776-9800. JUNE 7 - PASTA DINNER at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St Paul Street, Essex) 5pm 6:30pm. Call: 519-776-7711 for more details. JUNE 8 - WSO FREE SUMMER CONCERT at 7:00p.m. at Heritage Gardens, Essex. Windsor Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet. JUNE 9 - CTMHV AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET AND FESTIVAL OF CARS At 6155 Arner Twln. 8am - 2pm. Registration & gates open 7am. INFO: 519-776-6909. www. ctmhv.com. JUNE 9 - MCGREGOR MUSIC FESTIVAL 30th anniversary at Co-An Park, 11071 Concession Rd 11, McGregor. Gates open at 10am. More to come. JUNE 12 OLDER ADULTS EXPO from 9 am to 3:30 pm at the Kingsville Arena Complex, 1741 Jasperson Dr. Contact the Town of Kingsville for details. www.kingsville.ca JUNE 12 - ST. ANTHONY CWL LUNCHEON & COUNTRY STORE from 11:00am 3:30pm at K of C Hall, King St., Harrow. JUNE 14 - TOWN OF LAKESHORE CITIZEN SENIOR APPRECIATION Atlas Tube Centre. Doors 11:30am with lunch at 12pm. Live entertainment. Register by June 10: 519727-0470. JUNE 15 BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC 35 ANNIVERSARY/LOYALIST DAY SOCIAL, at Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Twln. RSVP June 1 to events.bicentennial@uelac.org. JUNE 20 HEARING INFO. SESSION At Kingsville Community Centre, 1869 Division Rd., N., 10:30-11:30. Call 519-398-8166 for info. JUNE 22 FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND MARKET at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St Paul Street, Essex (Behind Essex Appliance) from 10am - 2pm. For info: 519-980-4942. JUNE 22 KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street. Gates open at 8am-5:30pm. For more info: www.kingsville.ca/en/explore-and-play. JUNE 26 ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING at Retirees’ Centre at 7:30pm. Round table presentation on gardening. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. Meetings held the last Wednesday of every month (no July & August) @ 6:30p.m. at Colasanti’s. Look us up on Facebook for updates. HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.
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Our next Pasta Dinner is on Friday, June 7th from 5 - 6:30pm, with takeout available. This will be our last dinner until Fall. sponsorship by: St. Paul’s Marketplace will take place on Saturday, June 15th from 10am - 2pm. Call/text 519-980-4942 for table rentals. Our summer schedule starts in July and for the month of July; there are no services at St Paul’s, Essex. Sunday services in July will take place at Trinity Fresh food. Friendly neighbours Anglican Church in Cottam at 9:15am. Regular Sunday Services are as follows: The 1st Sunday of the month 191 Talbot St. S., Essex only, there will be an 8am BCP Eucharist Service. Weekly 11am BAS Eucharist Service & Sunday School. 3rd Sunday of the month will be a BCP type Eucharist Service, from the BAS, for the 11am service. Salvation Army Essex Church Visit online at: www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page. submitted by Carolyn Barnett Phone: 519-776-7711. Email: offi ce@stpaulstrinity.org. Located Our regular programs have concluded for the summer, at 92 St Paul Street, in Essex. but we have started our SA Cafe on Tuesdays from 10a.m.-
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12p.m. This is a time to drop in for coffee & cookies and visit with friends, play board games, or do jig saw puzzles. There is no planned program or lunch, just a time for fellowship. Anyone is welcome to attend. Major Sam Roberts leads Family Worship every Sunday at 10:30am. Join us and stay for coffee and homemade goodies afterwards. Please keep our sick and shut-ins, and those whose names are on our Prayer Board in your prayers. A call, a card, or a visit would be welcomed by those who are unable to attend church.
Essex United Church Join us for Sunday morning service at 10:30 am. It is Pentecost. Join us for Confirmation and Reception of New Members. All are welcome. For the month of June, food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Join us for a Broasted Chicken Dinner with fresh local strawberries on Saturday, June 8, 6:00 pm sharp. Call the church office at 519-776-5121 for tickets and information. One seating only. Essex County Library ESSEX BRANCH: THIS IS MY GARDEN! Come and learn about how to make your very own little herb garden. Saturday, June 8 at 1:00 pm. Ages 5 & up. McGREGOR BRANCH - DAY ESSENTIAL OIL MAKE AND TAKE Join Shelley Anne Roung to learn about Essential Oils and make a Father’s Day product to take home. Free program Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 pm. Adult program. Register online or at the library for all programs. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Cathy Dewhurst won high score at Saturday Euchre. Floyd came in second place, and Diana Dennis in third place. Mary Lou Chibi had high score at Special Monday night Pepper. Patricia Holt came in second place, Carolyn Campbell came in third, and Barbara Jacobs in fourth place. Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Cathy Dewhurst with high score, Margerite VanDaele with low score, and Virgery & Floyd Cascadden, with Tom Dewhurst, tied for the most peppers. Audrey Stanley had high score at Wednesday night Pepper and Janece McLaughlin came in second place. George Diesbourg had the most peppers. Thursday night Bridge winners were Joan Broeder and Floyd Cascadden.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church Join us for Sunday worship and experience one of Rev. Chris Brouillard- Coyle’s inspiring sermons, she never disappoints. See below for service times.
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Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come and join us for Sunday Service/ Holy Communion and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev. Carl will lead the Holy Communion Service. Fran McKim and Audrey Stanley will greet you at the door. There will be a brief Congregational Meeting right after church. Please plan to stay. The Covenanting Service for the Woodslee Pastoral Charge the Rev. Carl Emke and the Antler River Watershed Region will be held this Sunday, June 9 at 2:30pm at Belle River United Church. If you or someone you know would like a visit from Rev. Carl, contact the office at 519-975-2252 or by email woodsleepc@ gosfieldtel.com. The BBQ rib dinner is on Saturday, June 15 from 4pm-7pm. Dine in or take out. For more information or tickets call Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-6312. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Harrow United Church
Essex Christian Reformed Church
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We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church this Sunday, June 9th, at 10:30am. During our worship time, we offer a Sunday School Program and a well supervised Nursery for our little ones. Everyone is invited to stay for coffee and a time of conversation immediately following our service. “These Days” - Daily Devotionals for July, August, and September are available in the church foyer. You are welcome to pick up a copy. We have a new Eco Team at Harrow United Church! Red and
We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Pentecost Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00am, as we welcome Mr. Randy VanStempvoort from Chatham. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with a cup of coffee or tea. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible. Preschool Playtime is every Thursday, for caregivers and kids ages 0-4. Drop-in anytime between 9:30 - Noon. There will be circle time, toys and games, and a healthy snack. The last Thursday of the month is gym day and lunch! The Haiti Walk in The Park Fundraiser is on Saturday, June 8. Walkers will meet in Lakeside Park in Kingsville at 10 am and walk to John and Linda’s for a BBQ. Sponsor sheets are available in the church foyer. All welcome! Our last bingo before the summer break is Friday, June 21 at 7 pm in the church hall. Please remember your donation for the Essex Food Bank. All welcome for an evening of fun and fellowship. The third Sunday of the month will now become “Food Bank Sunday.” Please bring your canned goods and/or donations. Please pick a Sunday and sign the Door Greeter’s list on the table in the foyer. We have a new listing for 2019. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please add it to the list in the foyer or contact the office. Find us online at: www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am till 1 pm. Like us on Facebook!
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
Blue labelled bins have been placed in all high traffic areas of the church. Remember: “Red Bins for Reading and Blue Bins for Bottles.” We thank everyone for the support in protecting our environment. Summer Services – Again this year, we will combine our summer services with the Harrow Mennonite Church. Services are at the Mennonite Church during July and at Harrow United Church during August. Services start at 10:30am and everyone is welcome! Our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods along with our HUC faith community, sincerely welcome you to join us! Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www.harrowunited.org.
Woodslee Friendship Club Last week’s card player winners were: Monday Euchre Bernice Price, Jean Matalik, Dave McMurren, Dave Sylvester, Joan Broeders, and Richard Dahl. Wednesday Pepper - Helene Manley, Janese McLaughlin, Audrey Stanley, Rita Glowa, George Sutherland, and Charlie Chevalier. Friday night Euchre - George Diesbourg, Mike Renaud, Audrey Stanley, LeRoy Davison, Irene Gignac, Dave McMurren, George Sutherland, Joanne McMurren, and Wayne Rawson. For Club information, call Claire at 519723-4694.
Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
A Healing Mission focused on forgiveness and healing will take place from June 15th - 19th at St. Mary’s & St. John’s Churches. The mission will focus on forgiveness and healing. Confessions are available before. Cemetery Sunday is on June 23rd at 9a.m. by the Celtic Cross, weather permitting. Please bring your lawn chairs.
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Women of Wonder Conference is from June 7-8th. For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed!
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Celebrate July 1st with our Mission Group. They will serve Sundaes on Sunday, June 30th after Mass. Save the date for the annual Golf Tournament on Sunday, September 15th at Willow Creek. Registration ia at the back of the Church. Family Bingo and Pasta Dinner at Holy Name of Jesus Church is on Saturday, June 2nd. Open to all ages and there are lots of prizes. Get yout tickets from the parish office. The Sandwich South Heritage Centre is opened every Saturday from 9a.m. to Noon or by appointment by calling Judy Jobin at 519-737-6628. Everyone is welcome to come and check it out! Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. All are welcome. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in and in Hospice.
We keep in our prayers Brittney, Adrianna, Christina, Dan, Mary Lou, Debra, Barb, Michael, Tyler, Sheila, and Joanne. The Sanctuary Lamp burns in memory of Drusilla Gash, given by Ian & Pam Quirk & family. Last chance for pies for pick up Saturday June 8. We have Rhubarb, Rhubarb Custard, and Strawberry Rhubarb. You can leave a message at 519-839-4579, or 519-839-5303 or the church office at 519-776-7711. Mark Sunday, June 9, at 8pm, for our Campfire Evensong. Campfire, music, story, prayer, and reflection. All are welcome to join us. Do you want to take time out to relax for a few minutes? If so, drive out to the church, take a book out from our little library, and sit and relax in our new gazebo. We hope you will join us Sundays at 9:15am in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!
Antioch Christian Ministries
Holy Name of Jesus Church
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Pastor Gerrie spoke on The Goodness of God, or Fear, which one will you magnify? Our Prayer Night is on Tuesday, June 11th, at 7pm. Early Prayer and Worship is on Sundays at 8:30am. Sunday Service is on 10am. Come and join us! Youth Graduation Celebration Night is on June 14th, at 7pm. Our Youth Fundraiser Bake Sale for Wonderland Trip, June 23rd, following the service. The Youth Wonderland Trip, is on July 2-3rd.
CWL 85th Annual Members Banquet is Saturday, June 8 with Mass at 5 p.m. Tickets available from parish office and after Mass. Spouses & friends are welcome. The final Fish Fry of the season is on Friday, June 14 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Cash bar, 50/50 raffle, and take out available. Steubenville 2019 takes place June 28 to 30, for high school age youth. Only a few spots left! Contact Chris at 776-5157 with any questions. A parent meeting takes place on June 12, 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. God Bless you all and have a great week!
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1936 Chrysler Airflow easy on gas In 1934, the Chrysler Corporation proudly introduced the Chrysler Airflow, a car years ahead of its time with its “waterfall” grille, 2-piece V-shaped windshield, engineering excellence, and aerodynamic body. It remained in production for the next three years. While having coffee at McDonalds in Leamington (where the service is always superb!), I photographed Bill Willms with his 1936 Chrysler Airflow, a car he has owned for 30 years. Before he got it, he had to make an important decision: whether to go Bill Willms with his 1936 Chrysler Airflow. to the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction in Arizona and place the winning bid on a fully restored 1936 Chrysler Airflow, complete with whitewalls and fenders skirts - or opt for the diecast model of a 1936 Chrysler Airflow, complete with whitewalls and fender skirts. He made his decision and it was a wise one. With his diecast model, he will never have to stop at a service station for gas and he will never have to check the oil. In fact, his model car doesn’t even have a dipstick. Because his battery (what battery?) will never go dead, he never has to carry jumper cables in the trunk. And who cares if the radiator never gets checked? He doesn’t have one! He never looks for parking spaces because he can fit his Airflow inside his Jeep and take it anywhere he wants to go. His tires will never lose air, the treads will never wear out, and he will never have to carry a spare. His Airflow doesn’t have windshield wipers and he never needs them because he never takes his classic car out in the rain! And his Airflow came equipped with its own garage (a cardboard box). How many new cars come with a garage? Bill’s 1936 Chrysler Airflow is still years ahead of its time because there’s nobody in the car! With all the talk these days of driverless cars being the cars of the future, Bill’s driverless Airflow will fit right in. Here’s a prediction. As soon as we see driverless cars everywhere, someone will install driverless technology in a classic car and start driving it around. And that first driverless classic car might be a full-size 1936 Chrysler Airflow! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.
by Garrett Fodor On Sunday, during a special reception hosted at Amherstburg’s Gibson Gallery, youth from across Windsor-Essex County anxiously waited to hear if they earned a top spot in the Greater Essex County District School Board’s (GECDSB) 14th annual Student Pix competition. This exhibit was featured at the Gibson Gallery for the past several weeks and displayed over 300 student-taken pictures. The exhibit wrapped-up on Sunday with the awards reception, which was hosted to recognize top entrants. For fairness, the competition offered four age-divisions for students in JK up to grade 12. Each division had three categories: black and white, colour, and altered or digitally enhanced. Mike Thrasher is a teacher for the GECDSB and hosted the event for the first
year. He said it is an opportunity for youth to be judged by Windsor Star’s Tyler Brownbridge and photojournalist Jonathon Martin. He added that the Gibson Gallery originally reached out to the GECDSB 14 years ago hoping for a partnership and to display an exhibit at their venue. Bonnie Deslippe is the office administrator for the Gibson Gallery. She said this is a competition that they look forward to hosting. She added it encourages the youth to be involved in the arts and is powerful to see their art displayed in the setting. Deslippe added that it is a bright and vibrant exhibit and that its unique because you see art from different perspectives and what different people are interested in. Local winners included Harrow Public School’s Casey Golden and Kyle Stratton, Kingsville Public School’s Addison Slater and Megan Kraus. Each winner received a gift, which included a gift card to get photos printed and developed. Thrasher said that it encourages them to continue their craft and work. He added that this year’s exhibit of over 300 photos was the biggest yet, with Thrasher and the GECDSB hoping it continues to grow with more schools getting involved.
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EPS learns about safety and consequences of internet and technology ESSEX-WINDSOR’S
Joanna Conrad presents information on social media to those in attendance at EPS for their internet safety night.
by Garrett Fodor Last Wednesday evening, an informational internet safety event was hosted for the parents and students of Essex Public School (EPS). The event featured guest speakers and presentations from the OPP, Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Association (BANA), Telus Wise, and Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital. Youth Diversion’s Joanna Conrad was the keynote speaker for the event, who presented the information, which
highlighted the good, the bad and the ugly that can come from using social media. Conrad said the fact that there were so many partners present at the event is a clear indicator that there are concerns with the behaviours around internet safety. She said she want to educate parents to better equip their children when navigating the digital world. In her presentation, Conrad outlined ways to control and mediate social media, which forms
of media can be toxic to youths, and how to use it within reason. The main point of the presentation, Conrad said, was to let parents know how important it is to have open communication with their youth about the aforementioned subjects because kids will be exposed to various types of content all over social media and in the playground. Bruno Pallotto, Principal of EPS, said planning of the event began around a year ago when the school applied for a $1,000 grant from the government. He
added their goal of the application was to reduce screen time and increase physical activity, which is something the students have been learning about in classes. Portions of the $1,000 grant went towards resources to encourage physical activity from items used outside to sports equipment. Pallotto added the grant was also used to purchase books for the three different age groups at the school (primary, intermediate, and senior), which were given out to parents, free of charge. EPS, Pallotto said, conducted surveys of its student and concluded the students are not sleeping enough. He added while the presentation is over, the students and parents will be able to receive materials on the topics and continue to learn about them in class. He also added that if anyone was unable to attend the information session, or are looking for information, they can visit Youth Diversion’s website www. ecyouthdiversion.ca to see more of Conrad’s material.
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