Essex Free Press - June 25 2015

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Issue No. 25

Pan-Am Torch tours through Essex

the experience with Miner as they are old friends. She said she knew or recognized almost all of the torch bearers, which added to the community spirit of the event.

Gyori is an employee at Jeff’s No Frills and was chosen by owners Jeff and Donna McPhee to carry the torch on behalf of the store. No Frills’ parent company Loblaws is a major sponsor of the torch run.

“She’s a great employee and a great representative of Essex,” Jeff said.

Gyori has lived in Essex all her life. She said the experience was a lot of fun, and that she was proud to be a part of it.

V.I.P. Students cap off the year with a fun day PAGE 4 ________________ Silo District park project impressive on the national stage PAGE 7 ________________ Holy Name Graduates PAGE 9 ________________ Banar recognized as 2015 Down syndrome hero PAGE 10 _______________ EDHS selects valedictorian PAGE 17 _______________

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Mark Popieul passes the Pan-Am flame off to Cathy Gyori as torch bearers travel through Essex on June 17.

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by Jennifer Cranston The spirit of the Pan-Am games was alive and well in Essex last Wednesday as a dozen torch bearers took turns carrying the Pan-Am flame through town.

The procession took a small break near the Essex Municipal Building where several people from across the county gathered.

Mayor Ron McDermott welcomed everyone and spoke about the torch bearer

chosen by the Town, Paul Miner Jr. “Paul represents the spirit of the Pan-Am games,” McDermott commented.

He went on to list many of Miner’s athletic accomplishments, and praised him for his ever present encouragement of others to be active in their lives.

Miner received the flame that day from Cathy Gyori.

Gyori said it was especially nice to share

Torch Bearer Paul Miner Jr. Proudly brings the Pan-Am flame to the Essex Cenotaph where a short ceremony took place to recognize the flame’s passage through town.

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Community Living AGM honours outstanding individuals

David Endo received the 2015 Jeremy Hart Memorial Bursary.

by Sylene Argent Inclusion and volunteerism were celebrated at Community Living Essex County’s (CLEC) 54th Annual General Meeting held at the Ciociaro Club on the evening of Tuesday, June 16. This organization recognized many of the outstanding individuals it supports through awarding perpetual special awards.

“We are all blessed with some of the greatest leaders,” CLEC Executive Director Nancy WallaceGero said before the awards were handed out.

She was proud of the award winners’ accomplishments and for doing their best to achieve their own dreams and goals.

A special memorial

award and bursary was named after former member of CLEC, Jeremy Hart. Hart had many dreams and aspirations, one of which was to continue his education to assist him in finding meaningful employment and furthering his independence. He never gave up on his dreams, but some of those aspirations were not accomplished as he passed away. This award recognizes another individual CLEC supports as he or she moves towards achieving his or her own goals.

The 2015 Jeremy Hart Memorial Bursary was presented to David Endo, who has taken time to think about his future goals and dreams. Endo wants

The 2015 Bruce Crozier “Inspiring Possibilities” Memorial Award was presented to Loretta Semande.

Ray Renaud received the Central Area Outstanding Achievement Award.

to make a difference in the world. It is important to him to have a great career, and to be happy.

Endo has a passion for the environment.

He hopes to learn how to make environmental improvements through studying horticulture in St. Clair College’s Community Integration through Cooperative Education (CICE) program this fall.

The late Bruce Crozier served the Essex riding as its MPP for many years.

His dedication to the

communities he served motivated CLEC to create an award in his honour. The Bruce Crozier “Inspiring Possibilities” Memorial Award recognizes an individual who has faced many obstacles, but continues to try his or her best. This year’s recipient was Loretta Semande.

CLEC staff commented that Semande is a very caring and compassionate person. She loves her family, friends and community.

Semande enjoys volunteering to deliver Meals on Wheels with Amherstburg Community Services, delivering not only a healthy meal, but her bright smile. She also volunteers her time at a church, cleaning and setting up for weekly community dinners.

Semande’s passion for animals has led her to help out at the Windsor Essex County Humane Society whenever she gets a chance, so that she can care for animals

The North Area Outstanding Achievement Award winner was Nathan Liebrock.

waiting for their forever homes. She has also been a baseball player since 2008. She continues to make friends through her volunteer opportunities and through her social activities, even though she has her own obstacles to contend with.

An Outstanding Achievement Award is presented to four individuals of each area CLEC provides support.

This award is presented to an individual who participates in his or her community and makes strong connections.

The Central Area Outstanding Achievement Award was presented

Knights of Columbus in Essex where he ushers and participates in monthly fish fry fundraisers. He also lends a hand to the Cottam United Church with their dinner events and with the McGregor Knights of Columbus BINGOs. He also started his own business.

The North Area Outstanding Achievement Award Winner was Nathan Liebrock, who has demonstrated obtaining achievement through volunteering, making strong community connections, and participating in several groups.

Liebrock volunteers

Jerry McGuire was the West Area Outstanding Achievement Award winner

to Ray Renaud, who is a committed husband, friend, son, parishioner, team player, and active member of his community.

Renaud is also an active member of the selfadvocacy group, New Day, and a member of the

at Country Village Health Care Home laundry department and volunteers with the Salvation Army with his dad. His attention to detail makes him successful in these roles,

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Council to consider rezoning for former St. Michael’s

by Sylene Argent Essex Council held a statutory public meeting on Monday, June 22 to discuss the potential of adopting a rezoning application for a portion of the town-owned former St. Michael’s School building. This would allow a range of land uses, including community serving uses for that part of the former St. Michael’s school that fronts on Talbot Street.

Last year, Council deemed a portion of the facility to be surplus.

This is the part that fronts Talbot Street, the report stated.

Essex Policy Planner Jeff Watson explained that there is an agreement of purchase of sale for this portion of the former school, conditional on the zoning change to permit offices, clinics, a health studio, a pharmacy, and medical laboratories.

The report noted Brady’s and Vella’s Pharmacy Professional Corporation submitted an agreement of purchase and sale, with the condition.

In order to accommodate this, a site specific zoning change is necessary. To address onsite parking needs, the rear portion of the site

is to be developed for a supplementary parking area, the report continued.

It is necessary to provide access via the existing driveway from Gosfield Townline that extends into the municipal arena parking lot, and then to the future parking area. This would be granted subject to clearance.

The purpose of Monday’s meeting was to see what the public had to say about it.

This matter will come before Council for official consideration on July 13.

If it is approved, there will be a 20 day appeal period to follow. For more

information, or to read the report, log onto essex.ca.

Tim Brady of Brady’s and Vella’s Pharmacy Professional Corporation said it is his intent to expand into the portion mentioned of the St. Michael’s facility to create a medical centre for medical care in addition to the existing business.

“We’re excited. We are really glad to be in town. We’ve been here for around a year. We are looking forward to this,” he said, adding Essex has been great to work with.

Captain Gray to Minister in Brantford

by Sylene Argent After five years of service to the Essex community, Captain Kristen Gray will move to Brantford to continue her career in Ministry. She took part in her last mass in

Essex on Sunday, which was followed with a celebratory potluck luncheon. Community members were able to forward well wishes at this open house before she departed.

“I felt welcome from day one,” Gray said of serving Essex. “I just found people to be generous, kind, warm, and friendly.”

In the five years she has served the community through the Salvation Army, Gray has made many connections. She said she can walk down the street for a short amount of time and run into a dozen people she knows. “Everyone feels like your best friend. Everyone is so easy going.”

Gray will take many memories of past activities and events with her to Brantford. One annual event that stands out in her mind is the Christmas tree lighting ceremony held in conjunction with the Essex Centre BIA. The event has been a well-supported community event that helps usher in the holiday season. It also is a kick off for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle campaign, which raises funds that are used to support Continued on Page 10

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V.I.P. Students cap off the year with a fun day

Two grade six students from each school in Essex were awarded Tim Horton’s bicycles as part of the end of year celebrations for V.I.P.

by Jennifer Cranston Last week GessTwood Camp was overrun with over 300 grade six students from across the municipality.

These kids enjoyed a day full of fun activities, including water play, sports challenges, and lunch to celebrate the end of V.I.P. (Values, Influences, and Peers.) The highlight of the afternoon is the awarding of 12 Tim

Hortons bicycles.

Two students from each elementary school in the town of Essex are chosen based on their high levels of community service and their embodiment of the lessons taught by Const.

Joe Meloche in weekly classes throughout the year.

Const. Meloche has operated this program for the last several years.

“V.I.P. is about responsibility, community service, making good choices, and being respectful to those around you,” Const. Meloche explained.

This fun day where all the schools come together, is in addition to a graduation and pizza party held at each participating school.

Const. Meloche runs the program once a week from Sept. through May at every elementary school in Essex. There are parameters for the program

OPP Const. Joe Meloche addresses over 300 V.I.P. students at the end of year fun day at GessTwood Camp.

that must be adhered to, but he said he has a lot of freedom to tailor the program to what the students need. He teaches kids about bullying and theft as well as the values mentioned earlier.

“I spend five weeks on drugs and alcohol because it is one of the greatest threats facing young people today,” he explained.

He said the program is one that really benefits the kids. One of the bonuses

of his program is that it develops relationships between kids and officers.

“The difference I see is when I go into a high school. There was a time when teens avoided police officers, now they come up to me and talk to me,” he said. “Not to rat on their classmates, but to share what’s going on in their lives.”

Each municipality has a unique V.I.P. program and Const. Meloche is Continued on Page 5

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Students enjoy end of school year dance

by Jennifer Cranston Students from grade five to eight from elementary schools across Tecumseh enjoyed an end of the school year dance

at St. Mary’s Church Hall in Maidstone last Saturday.

The Hawaiian themed dance was hosted by OPP Community Services

V.I.P. fun day...

proud of the program he has developed over the last seven years. He spends more time with his classes than is required and with the help of sponsors like Tim Hortons, the Town of Essex, GessTwood

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Camp, Essex Optimists, and Scotty’s BBQ and Catering, he is able to do a little more for his students to celebrate their success.

One of the keepsakes kids get to take with them is a V.I.P. tee-shirt with the

signatures of each of their classmates on it.

This was a special end of year celebration for Const. Meloche as it will be his last, at least for a few years. Beginning in Sept. he will hand off his community service responsibilities to a new officer and be back on patrol himself. He said that as much as he will miss his students and the many other community events he works on, he looks forward to getting back on the road and honing his law enforcement skills again.

Officer Const. Shawna Coulter. It was her way of doing something nice for some of the children she has worked with in seven Tecumseh schools over the last seven years.

She worked with children in several grades and said most of the students present at the dance know her.

“This is my gift to them,” she said.

This will be Const. Coulter’s last year working in Tecumseh as a community services officer as she is going to return to patrol.

Jen deRyk is the mother of a grade seven student and said Const. Coulter will be sadly missed.

“She does a great job with our kids,” she said.

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Graduating is a transition for more than the student By the time this issue hits the stands both elementary schools and the high school will have celebrated their graduation ceremonies.

As I cover these events I look into the audience and see the mixed emotions on the faces of parents as their children mark a milestone in their lives and prepare to move on to the next chapter in their lives.

I can relate to those parents.

This year I will attend my third child’s high school graduation.

For me, the end of high school is the hardest as a parent.

There are people who believe that graduating from high school is not that big of a deal because it is what is expected. Let’s face it failing is a lot harder now than it was when we were kids. Regardless of your opinion of education today, don’t lose sight of the importance of this moment.

Regardless of whether your child is an honour student, or barely made it out of school by the skin of their teeth; regardless of whether your child is going onto post-secondary locally or leaving home to go to

school, or entering the work force-it is a milestone. It’s a transition, and a new beginning for parents, as well as their children.

These children, who five minutes ago, needed you to wipe their nose, hold the seat on their first bike, and hold their hand when they crossed the street, are adults.

Yep, that’s right! Adults!

Don’t believe me? Try to get information from their postsecondary professors or their doctor for that matter.

While no one likes to admit it, it is scary for them, as well as it is for us.

Becoming responsible for your own life can be just as difficult as letting go of that control is for us.

They worry they don’t have what it takes to make it in the world.

We hope we’ve given them the tools they need.

Any parent of adult children will tell you that children rarely stop needing their parents. The truth is that they need you in a different way.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Amalgamation results Likely you have read the news article about amalgamation adding costs rather than lowering taxes.

From my observations, much of that was because the new municipalities hired more people.

Here, the recreation officers of Harrow and Essex were kept and a man was hired to be head of the recreation department. As a result, the best recreation officer we ever had left.

I think the idea of amalgamation was to reduce staff but there was reluctance to tell anyone to leave.

I wonder what was done when Kent and Chatham became one. I did hear a lot of unhappiness in a small community.

Because my sister thinks Essex is favoured over Harrow we never discuss that.

Perhaps the fact that Colchester South has a larger population than Harrow because of cottage owners is not a good situation. I do think it had something to do with the decision to destroy the silos; our greatest mural project.

Get ready for the dust when they come down.

If they haven’t yet, they will pull away from your “parenting,” and start looking for your friendship.

The friendship between parent and an adult child isn’t quite like other friendships, but it surely isn’t parenting in a way that you are used to.

Gone are the days of curfews and keeping close tabs on them.

The days of issuing lectures and ultimatums, and being able to say, “because I said so,” are coming to an end.

On the other hand, soon they will seek your advice rather than endure it. Occasionally they will even use it.

As you cheer for your kids as they walk across that stage clad in cap and gown, take a moment to recognize the milestone-theirs and yours.

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Silo District park project impressive on the national stage

by Jennifer Cranston Last Friday, dignitaries and community members gathered near the soonto-be-demolished silos to celebrate the planting of the first tree in a greening project that will lead to a multi-use park in the heart of Essex Centre.

Thanks to a $25,000 grant from CN EcoConnexions-“From the Ground Up,” the town will be able to plant 40 trees, 150 square metres of shrubs, and plant several pounds of seed.

The area already boasts a strong heritage

element with the Essex Train Station, Memorial Spitfire and Honour Wall, and a new mural depicting the town’s two famous explosions, all sitting on the perimeter of the developing park.

When it is finished, the park is expected to have a stage for public performances, a multiuse building that can house events, public markets, and a play area.

CN distributed 35 grants in communities across the country to help green the areas left behind when unused train

tracks were removed. The winning projects were evaluated by a partnership of CN, Communities in Bloom, and Trees Canada.

Raymond Carriere is the Founding President of the Communities in Bloom National Program.

He was in Essex to speak on behalf of CIB and Trees Canada. He said that his group and Trees Canada worked hard to whittle 159 applications down to

a short list that they then turned over to CN for final approval.

He said the application from Essex went far beyond the requirements of being an environmentally friendly community project.

He spoke of the community component of the project that has brought so many community groups together, namely Heritage Essex that runs the Train Station, ACT (formerly the mural committee), and the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee to mention only a few. He talked about the heritage factor of the project and the community building element that will be created by the park itself.

“This project makes our program look so good,” he said. “We would like to follow this project because of the community building aspect.”

Carriere went on to explain that they would like to feature the ongoing project with articles in their magazine and follow it through to completion.

Director of Community Services for Essex Doug Sweet said the park should be completed fairly soon.

He explained that with

the help of some hopedfor grants the town has applied for, the park could be finished in two to three years. Without the help of grant money, the Town can have it completed in around five years.

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Holy Name Graduates honoured

The Holy Name Graduating Class of 2015

by Jennifer Cranston Parents, teachers, and staff celebrated a major

milestone in the lives of 48 Holy Name Catholic Elementary School

Award winners are as follows: Religion: Charmie R. Language: Madison S. Math: Madison O. History: Connor D. Geography: Vanessa G. Science: Julia I. French: Mikala B. Phys. Ed.: Ashley S. The Arts: Lucas G. Spirit of Optimism: Kaitlyn M. Carl Bodnar Memorial: Abbey S. Leslie Jackson Memorial: Kassidy V. Spirit of Muskoka: Sean B. Athletic: Andrew M., Daulton S., Chantel K., and Vanessa G. Christian Fellowship: Julia Z. David C. Nagy Leadership: Daulton S. Proficiency: Connor D.

students who will be moving on to high school in the fall.

Last Thursday, the ceremony began with a special Mass at Holy Name Church. The church service was followed by award presentations and a slide show chronicling the students’ journey through elementary school.

Valedictorian Madison O’Neil talked about the differences among her classmates. She said that they were all like seeds. She explained that God makes seed of all different kinds, each meant to grow into their own unique plant. She thanked her classmates for all the laughs and wished each of them “a

future as fabulous as they are.”

Principal Tina Tuer spoke to the graduates about the difference between school and life.

“In school you learn a lesson and then you are given a test. In life you are given a test and then you learn a lesson,” she said. “Graduation is not a time to relax. It is not an end. It is the start of a new chapter.”

Grade eight teacher Mr. Gregetz said that he always wonders what will become of his students as they progress through high school and beyond.

“Grade eight is always a busy year, it just flies by,” he said. “You don’t have a lot of time to reflect until the end.”

Ms. Farrand is also a grade eight teacher. She explained that each group that passes through her classroom is different and that this group showed a lot of leadership skills.

“This is their time to shine,” she said.

Valedictorian Madison O’Neil addresses fellow graduates at the Holy Name Catholic Elementary School graduation on June 18.

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community members in need throughout the year.

After five years of Ministry in Essex, Gray said the passion for her work has grown. She has gotten to see firsthand what the Salvation Army can do to assist those community members in need.

“I have mixed feelings about leaving,” she noted.

“I’m sad to leave those behind who I’ve built wonderful relationships with. But, I’m excited to see what God holds in the future.” She is looking forward to the opportunity of being able to serve a new community.

Gray was pleased to announce Major Sam Roberts will take over the Essex Salvation Army’s Ministry.

He will come to town accompanied by his wife. A welcoming party, opened to the community, is planned for Friday, June 26 at 7 p.m.

Gray took the opportunity to remind area residents that in the fall community programs through the Salvation Army will start up again.

Dianne Sedore-McCoy nominated Andrew Banar of Group Hug Apparel to be one of Canada’s 2015 Down Syndrome Heroes.

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2015 Down Syndrome Heroes. This recognition was through the Canadian Down Syndrome Society.

These supporters attended a congratulatory pasta dinner, which doubled as a fundraiser for two causes. One of the causes the pasta dinner supported was Banar’s Helping Sick Kids Campaign, which comforts sick youth by sending them stuffed animals, shirts, and other goodies. It also contributed to the Cardinal Carter bursary honouring Banar, who is a graduate of this area high school and is also a 2014 graduate of the St. Clair College Life Skills program.

Karen Pickle, Banar’s proud mom, noted the first bursary honouring her son’s achievements will be given out in 2016.

“It’s a great turnout,”

Pickle said of the event.

“We really appreciate the community support.”

In addition to operating his t-shirt business, Banar loves to drum, and has volunteered for many area businesses and organizations.

Banar donates a portion of his Group Hug Apparel t-shirt proceeds to area charities. These shirts have become quite recognizable in the area with its eye-catching “Be Strong Rock On” slogan.

He is often thought of as having a positive attitude and generous nature.

Pickle noted this is the second time her son received this honour.

The first recognition was presented to Banar in 2012.

Dianne SedoreMcCoy nominated Banar for the 2015 award. She put his name forward because “I was amazed by everything he does to bring happiness and joy to others.”

She drove six hours to attend the event.

Around a yearand-a-half ago SedoreMcCoy’s granddaughter, Ivy, was diagnosed with Down syndrome. She was worried about how the world would treat her granddaughter. She was searching the internet for support and research material when she came across Banar’s Facebook page.

After learning of all the wonderful things Banar has done with his life, and the causes he supports, “It was clear to me [Ivy] can do everything she wants,” Sedore-McCoy said.

“I’m not so worried anymore.” From learning about Banar’s successes, Sedore-McCoy had a sense that everything was going to be OK with her granddaughter’s future.

Sedore-McCoy hopes that one day Ivy and Andrew can meet.

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Community Living AGM honours...

Johan Klassen won the South Area Outstanding Achievement Award

and others look forward to his visits.

He was also involved in an exercise program through the University of Windsor, volunteering his time for a study. Through his volunteerism and social activities, Liebrock has created strong community connections.

Johan Klassen won the South Area Outstanding Achievement Award. He has an outgoing personality and volunteers with a school breakfast program. He lends a hand at setting up and cleaning off tables, and putting away dishes. He also volunteers with Meals on Wheels and the Heart and Stroke Foundation Chili Fest. Klassen is also dedicated to CLEC’s Speakers Bureau, CLEC staff said.

To Klassen, volunteering is important. It provides experience for his resume and connections within his community. He also volunteers his time with the Salvation Army and his church.

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Jerry McGuire was the West Area Outstanding Achievement Award winner. He has demonstrated leadership qualities through his work, his friendships, and his involvement in his community. He has worked as one of five owners of a cleaning service for many years. McGuire continues to provide cleaning services to the Amherstburg Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion every day. He has mentored others to learn to provide the service and maintain a professional work ethic.

McGuire is committed to his family and his church.

His work experience and volunteer efforts have helped him develop confidence and pride in all that he does, CLEC staff said. He helps others in small ways whenever he can. He has a great sense of humour, and his involvement in basketball, baseball, and soccer teams has helped him to develop a sense of fair play.

CLEC also recognizes those who are committed to creating accessible communities. The 2014-2015 Community Inclusion Award was presented to Legal Assistance of Windsor (LAW), which has become an asset to people connected with Community Living, it was noted during the AGM. LAW continues to assist CLEC on multiple projects, but the nomination for this award derived from its involvement in assisting people and their families with claim submissions under the Class Action Lawsuit Settlement regarding the closure of three provincial institutions, it was noted during the AGM. For over a half of a century, CLEC has supported area individuals, and their families, who have an intellectual disability. Currently, CLEC provides supports to around 600 individuals with an intellectual disability and has a staff of around 600 to provide those supports through services and programs. Some of these staff members were honoured during the event for providing years of service to the organization, such as achieving 10 years, 15 years, 20 years, and 25 years of service milestones.

The Voice Of Experience

by Evelyn Couch

Holidays It is strange that I remember only one of my last days of school. I guess that was because I had won an award. It is strange that I would be alone. I carried my prize very carefully and thought it was wonderful. It was a set of salt and pepper shakers on a little tray, and it sits in my china cabinet now. I realize it was an inexpensive article for the teacher to buy. You know the kind with a little cork in the bottom.

Other times I remember are lying on the grass so I could imagine shapes in the clouds, or swinging until I was dizzy, especially when I made the swing twirl.

There were two things I knew my parents must never know I did. One was going to the attic and lifting the cover on the flat roof. This was so I could stand up there and survey the country below. I wonder now how i always put the cover back correctly so no rain came in.

The other was after mother talked about the cistern and someone asked if she didn’t worry about me getting into it. Her reply was that they had a heavy piece of rail on the cover, which was simply a challenge because I had to see what was in a cistern.

If there had been playmates for me it would have been different, but the children of my age were more than a mile away. Growing up alone was a great imagination developer. Yes, I had a brother but he was six years older, and my sister was nine years younger.

Those holidays slipped by far too fast. I was never glad to go back to school.

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Colchester earns many track and field pennants

by Sylene Argent The student athletes on the Track and Field team at Colchester North Public School were brimming with excitement to announce its most recent achievements after another successful track and field season.

At the recent A2 meet, 16 Qualifier students received medals, including gold medal winners Evelyn O., Chloe D., Edua M., Taylor C., Spencer C., Alexa R., and Lauren H. Silver medal winners included Keaton

S., Rachel L., Nick K., Hannah B., and Samantha K. Earning bronze medals were Steven H., Jacqueline G., Gavin S., and Riley B. The Colchester North Public School team earned pennants at the A2 Qualifier for 9-year old girls, 10-year old girls, 11year old girls, open girls, and 12-year old boys.

Colchester’s Qualifier Meet successes combined to earn the school the A2 qualifier championship title.

Colchester North

Public School has won its Qualifier Meet 26 times

out of the past 28 years it has competed.

Teammates went on to compete at the recent District Meet.

The student athletes earned the pennant for the 12year old boys category, and a third place overall outcome. At the District level, student athletes Evelyn O. and Taylor C. won gold medals, Nick K. won a silver medal, and Spencer C. won a bronze medal.

The pennants will hang in the school gymnasium with pride.

The team recently earned these medals and pennants due to determination and hard work, team coaches noted.

It was also due to the dedication of parents and guardians who dropped the youth off and picked them up for every match and practice.

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Gosfield North has top track and field team the students earned nine pennants that will be proudly hung around the school gymnasium to display these accomplishments for years to come.

Further, Gosfield North Public School was

the overall champion at the recent District championship out of 32 competing schools. At the District meet, the students took home pennants in the 11-year old girl, and nine-year old girl and boy categories.

The teachers and coaching staff were thrilled with the students’ success.

The young athletes really stood out with their florescent pink team t-shirts at these meets.

100th blood donation for Essex resident

by Sylene Argent Gosfield North Public School is pleased to

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Thank you to everyone who came out to help us celebrate the life of Dan Moyes. It was so overwhelming to have all of our friends and family come out.

We are blessed with so much love and friendship with so many people. We had so many good memories of all of you with Doug & I. Again, Thank you for all of your love and support.

MACKEY, Carol Ann (nee Wheeler) - Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on June 15, 2015. Dear wife and best friend of the late Wes “Hoss” Mackey (2014) with whom she celebrated 49 years of marriage. Loved mother of Brent and wife Isabelle Mackey and Tammy and husband Brian Elliott. Treasured Nana of John Michael, Alycia, Joshua, Ashley, Candice and Greg. Nana Mac to Braxton, Alexis, Sierra, and Ethan. Daughter of the late Tom and the late Grace Wheeler. Daughter-in-law of the late Glen and Aurea “Mick”Mackey. Sister of Brenda Chartrand, Darlene Weatherbie, Bucky Wheeler, Doug Wheeler and the late Kimberly Wheeler, Darcy Wheeler and Brent Wheeler (infancy). Sister-in-law of Kenny and wife Louise, late Bob, husband of Barb Mackey, Terry and wife Gloria, Glenda and husband Brian Matheson, and Ross Mackey, Robert and wife Nancy Willis and Susan and husband Bob Fournier. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Carol was a long-time and dedicated member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 201 – Essex. She was actively involved in the Colour Party with the Legion for many years. She was also a big time fan of the Essex 73’s. Carol was a woman of many talents who loved to teach others and pass on her creative abilities.

From one-stroke painting to pen and ink, floral design, card making and baking, there wasn’t much she couldn’t do. She was employed at Michael’s for 11 years and received many awards and accolades for her custom framework. Special thanks to Amy and David and rest of the team from St. Elizabeth’s and Bayshore for their loving care, compassion and patience. Thanks to Dr. Kay, Kim and the staff of Windsor Regional Cancer Centre for their care and support during mom’s treatments. Many thanks to Dr. Cargill, Heather MacKenzie and staff of the Hospice of Windsor & Essex County.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation was Saturday June 20, 2015 at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation or the Hospice of Windsor. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

“Dad has you in his arms, God has you in his keeping.”

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- From Sandy Moyes & Family

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Thank You We want to extend our thanks to all of those who responded to a medical emergency for my husband who suffered a heart attack. Special thanks to Mark Bonneau, and family, and the EMS crew for their quick response and actions.

We are eternally grateful.

- Sincerely Mrs. D. Turville and Family.

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MARSILIO, Michele Mike ‘SAFE IN THE ARMS OF JESUS’ We are extremely grateful and touched by the outpouring of cards,food,

In loving memory of a dear Husband, Richard (Dick), who passed away on June 27, 2014.

Deep in our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day. Time doesn’t heal everything... this we know is so. Because it hurts as much today, as it did one year ago. ~ Loved and remembered by Wife Brenda, Sons Richard, Chris and Families. ____________________________________________________

OBITUARIES

In loving memory of

Richard Rabaey

and the contributions to ZACHARY’S Education Fund in Mike’s memory. Thanks to all who helped bear our grief in anyway. Our gratitude to the pallbears,Reids Funeral Home, and Holy Name Church for their professionalism. To my brothers Amelio and Maria, Tony and Irene for their support, food and many visits.

Special thank you to Nick and Rose for their GENEROSITY and thoughtfulness.

To my nephews John and Marla, Mike and Kristi for your BIG HEART and many acts of kindness. My sister Rose and Alex, no words can express your strength and love given to me. You were always at my side with support and guidance Love you all. Knowing Mike was loved by so many will help us during this difficult journey.

Maria,Giovanni,Lino,Bernadette and Mike’s nephew/godson ZACHARY (Love You Uncle Mike).

This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, I shall never forget.

For those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.

Unseen and unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed, and so very dear.

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The family of the late Carol Mackey would like to sincerely thank all relatives, friends, and neighbours for the cards, flowers, food, and donations following the recent loss of our dear Mom, Nana, and Nana Mac. Grateful thanks to Essex Legion Branch #201, Colour Party, and Ladies Auxiliary for their touching tribute, Linda Blair for the beautiful service, and to Tony & staff at Kennedy’s Funeral Home for the respect and dignity shown to us during this difficult time. Mom will be missed forever, but will live in the hearts of all those who loved her. ~ Warmest regards; Brent, Tammy, Isabelle, Brian and families

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~ Forever Loved & Missed ~ Rosanne & Putter

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HAMILTON, Irene (nee Sinnaeve) - Entered into eternal rest suddenly on June 16, 2015 just short of her 90th birthday. Irene was the loving wife of the late William. Dear mother of John and wife Elizabeth; late Mary Weigl; Larry and wife Karen Hamilton; Judy Desormeaux and partner Shawn Garratt. Treasured grandma of Perry, Jeff ; Renee, Melanie; Darryl, Brent, Justin (Jarrica), Cory, Brandon and “Baby Boy”. Great-grandma of Alex, Jocelyn, Matthew, Lucas, Jessika, Megan, Maryssa, Colton, Riley, Austin, Emily, Mackenzie, Adam, Brooklyn, and Neveah. Great-great-grandma of Hailey, Jayden and Carson. Loved sister of Edna Brockman (Alphonse); Genevieve Herman (late John); Daniel Sinnaeve (Gail); and the late Urban Sinnaeve (Agnes), Yvonne Gevaert (Camille) and Marda Sweetman (Jack). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Irene was a long time and dedicated volunteer with the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Essex. The visitation and funeral was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Interment followed at Country Meadows Cemetery, Essex.

Donations may be made to the Salvation Army – Essex Community Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

As far as we are concerned, Irene was the best mother in the world.

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HEDGE, Sharon - Entered into rest peacefully at home on June 21, 2015 at 61 years of age. Daughter of the late Dolly (2015) and Cecil (1995). Loving fiancé of Brien Nantais. Also survived by her aunt Ila Farough and many cousins. Sharon worked for many years at Fox and Neal Orchards in Ruthven. She also worked at H&R Block in Kingsville during income tax season. Sharon also owned the Bulk Food Warehouse in Kingsville. She finished her working career as a driver for Shoppers Drug Mart in Belle River. Special thanks to the staff of St. Elizabeth’s Health Care, Bayshore, Hospice and the CCAC for your care and compassion. Sharon is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Thursday June 25, 2015 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place from the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. with Linda Blair officiating. Interment to follow at Cottam United Church Cemetery.

Donations may be made to Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

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JULY 7 - PEPPER PARTY and Lunch At Essex Retirees’, 32 Russell St. Call 776-6689 for info and to register.

JULY 12 - CATCH FOR A CURE  At Colchester Harbour, Essex County. 7:00 am - 1:30pm.

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JULY 12 - ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH  (92 St Paul St) We’ll recognize the members who helped in the aftermath of the Essex Explosion. For information: 519-776-7711.

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HELP WANTED: General Labourers Wanted. Fax resume to: 519-723-2336.

FINE JEWELRY SALES CONSULTANTS WANTED: Looking for full time, part time and temporary sales consultants.

Send resume to: 4eversparkle18@gmail. com.

23-3t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: Fruit pickers wanted.

Job starts 8/23/15. Heavy lifting, ladders involved. Call 519-733-4857, Meleg’s Lakeview Orchard.

24-4t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: Babysitting in your home. Available nights (after 4:00pm) and weekends (day or night). Call 519776-1109 25-1t* _____________________

YARD SALE: Good deals at 133 Langtry, Essex, by arena. Friday & Saturday, 9 am - ? Rain cancels.

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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 12/15 N0P 2G0. _____________________ WANTED: Morning Homecare for Elderly Woman. Thursday and Friday mornings from 7:30 am -10:00 am. Please call Betty at 519-990-4583.

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WANTED Experienced, Licensed: REFRIGERATION TECHNICIANS SHEET METAL TECHNICIANS PLUMBERS Forward resume to: GROSSI PLUMBING, HEATING & HVAC SERVICES 238 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1P1 Fax 519-326-3632 Email grossi@grossiplumbing.ca

Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd. Is looking for:

GREENHOUSE WORKERS • Job duties include harvesting crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup and other duties as assigned.

• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse.

• Salary: $11.00/hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends and holidays.

Please forward resume by email or fax to: Email: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290

Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd. Is looking for:

FULL TIME VEGETABLE PACKERS • Wage: $11.00/hour, minimum 40 hours/week.

• Repetitive tasks, standing for long periods of time, handling weight of 20 lbs. or more.

• Fast paced environment, must be able to sort and pack produce.

• Cold warehouse setting.

• Experience an asset.

Email resume to: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com or Fax: 519-733-5290

DelFresco Produce Is looking for a:

WAREHOUSE PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR • This is a full time permanent position which requires day, evening and weekend work.

• Experience and knowledge of produce an asset, wage will depend on experience.

• Successful candidate must have a high school diploma • Job duties include managing employees, working with inventory control software, establishing work schedules, training staff among other duties.

Please email resume to: bruceb@delfrescoproduce.com or fax resume to 519-733-5290

GARAGE SALE: Fri., June 26 & Sat., June 27. 9am, rain or shine. Everything is clean and priced to sell. Variety of items.

4528 Highway #3. 1 mile E. of Walker Rd. Drive in.

25- 1* _____________________ MOVING SALE  Sat., June 27, 11am4pm, at 294 Woodview, Essex 519-9619089 / 519-992-3374. Exercise bench w/100 lb. weights $120; BBQ $120; lg. garage fridge $25; lg. shade umbrella $5.

25- 1* _____________________ YARD / GARAGE SALE  Rain or shine on June 26 & 27, from 9am-5pm, at 276 County Road 14E, Cottam. Tools, home and Xmas decor, and much more. 25- 1* _____________________ HUGE MOVING YARD SALE  Oak china cabinet; brand new wheelchair, brand new treadmill; rocking chairs; Kid’s JD riding tractor; bicycles; lawnmowers; Christmas ornaments and crafts; Cherrywood bdrm. set. Too much to list! June 25 - July 2, 9am-dawn at 506 Elmstead Rd. (Next to Hideaway Golf Course) 519-727-3268.

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25- 1* _____________________ YARD SALE - Fri. & Sat., June 26 & 27, at 245 Lakeshore Road, from 8am-? Wicker furniture, chairs, tables, mirrors, picture frames, power washer, motor stand, threading machines up to 3”; lots of odds and ends. PLUS: 8450 Case Round Baler / 488 Haybind. Call 519-996-7509.

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by Sylene Argent As the school year begins to wind down, area high school seniors are frantic as they put finishing touches on final projects and cram for final exams. All of this effort is part of wanting to get everything in order to ensure the next big step in their life, stepping into post-secondary education or in seeking fulltime employment, is as smooth as possible.

Many of these soonto-be-graduates are also taking a moment to reflect on the past four years of their lives as Essex District High

School Red Raiders, remembering the good times and learning from the challenging moments they have endured.

Every year the graduating class at EDHS selects a valedictorian to send the senior students off into their selected futures with an empowering speech. Red Raider Evan Davis was selected to do the honours this year.

“I didn’t even know I was on the ballot until I won,” Davis said with a laugh. He was away when the students voted on this important decision.

The school asked if

Davis would be up for the challenge, and “I was like ‘sure,’” he said. He was surprised and excited to learn of his peer support in getting this honour.

Davis, who has been on the school’s honour roll, suspects the majority of his peers voted for him because of his sense of humour and to see how far he will push the jokes on graduation night. But Davis said he will try to keep it serious.

“As serious as I can get at least,” he commented with a smile.

He plans to offer a couple of jokes in his speech, but suspects he will surprise his classmates with the level of seriousness he intends to put into his parting words.

Overall, high school has been an amazing experience for Davis. He has tried to make many

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friends, has helped other students as a tutor through the peer mentoring program, helped out with many assemblies last year as part of the Leadership Class, and has donated his time to chaperon fundraising dances.

Davis is a little nervous to be graduating, but he noted for one to become a big fish in a big pond, one has to be first become the little fish in the big pond.

Davis will spend the summer working, earning money to send himself to university. He will head to Ottawa this fall to start working towards earning a Bachelor of Music.

Davis said he has always loved music, and learning this audio art form has always been easy for him. He is heading into the program, playing his bass guitar, but also plays the acoustic guitar, the electric guitar, the drums, and one woodwind instrument.

“I suck at the clarinet, but I try,” he joked.

He would love to be a famous musician. “Every

young musician wants to be famous. I’m happy just playing, but I will be famous.” If that big plan doesn’t work out, he’ll put his past tutoring skills to work to teach.

A piece of advice he offered to new high school students is to ensure their schedules have balance between times to work and play.

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Essex resident recommends taking security precautions this summer

by Jennifer Cranston July 11, 2014 was a lovely summer day in Essex, and Barb and Larry Wuerch were celebrating one month in their new home in town.

“We’d just moved in, a month to the day,” Barb said.

It was the first time the couple had lived alone in decades.Children had moved on and in-laws no longer shared their home.

They didn’t even have a dog anymore.

It was a busy day in Essex with many visitors in town.

Barb was at work at a retail store in town and Larry was in the basement of their new home when criminals decided to take advantage of what appeared to be an empty house. The front door was

locked but the patio door had been left unlocked and this is where two men entered the house.

Larry, hearing someone upstairs, assumed his wife was home early from work and came upstairs to find out why. He interrupted the burglars at work, and was beaten severely.

Barb received a phone call from her husband at 2:10 p.m. All he said was, “I need help.”

Larry has a debilitating medical condition that had required trips to the emergency room in the past, and Barb was worried that he had become severely ill again.

She rushed home to find him on the floor and called an ambulance.

When she arrived at the hospital she was informed by staff there that the

police were on their way.

It was only then that she realized he had been the victim of home invasion and her house had been robbed.

“His face was black and blue. They stepped on his foot and it was all green,” she said.

Larry had a kidney transplant due to his existing illness.

Transplanted kidneys sit in the front of the body, in front of the original one.

“They were kicking him in the stomach and he managed to curl into a ball trying to protect (the kidney).”

Larry had been able to tell EMS and police what had happened and save a description of one of his assailants. While he was in hospital several hours after the event, he had

a neurological episode similar to a seizure, and lost all memory of the event.

“I don’t even remember it. It’s just a story I’m told now,” Larry said. “My wife considers that a blessing.”

When Barb came home from the hospital she discovered that his wallet had been rifled through and his medication was gone. It was anti-rejection medication worth thousands of dollars.

“Why would they take that,” she still wonders.

“It’s no good to anyone.”

All of their electronics and their computer were stolen along with a large collection of expensive jewelry. Much of it had sentimental value.

“I grew up in this town,” Barb said. “We never locked our doors in this town.”

It never occurred to either of them to lock their doors during the day, especially when they were home.

“Who thinks to lock their doors when you’re at home during the day,” Larry said.

“No one locks themselves in the house on a lovely summer day,” added Barb.

Since then, the couple has eliminated the landscaping that created

a secluded back yard, because they believe it gave the criminals cover to enter the house in the first place.

“It was a secluded little oasis and that was the problem,” Larry said.

They have also installed a security system and placed warning stickers to would be thieves at every entrance.

“No matter how much we love our town, and it’s a great town, these things happen and you have to be prepared,” Barb commented.

Based on the description of one of the intruders and the fact that the pair were speaking a language not common to this region, the Wuerch’s believe the crime was committed by people from outside the area.

Essex hosts many events and festivals in the spring and summer months, that bring many out of town guests and visitors to town. While it is important and customary in Essex to be friendly and welcoming, Barb said people need to be cautious as well.

She commented that it is important for people to be alert and keep an eye on their neighbours and their homes. Especially during the busy times when there are lots of people and activity in town.

OPP Cont. Stephanie

Moniz explained that people often think of break-ins in terms of physical and material loss, but it can have a negative impact on a person’s mental and emotional well-being as well. Victims are often left feeling violated and fearful.

She said taking a few simple precautions can increase security and peace of mind.

She explained that alarm systems can be an excellent deterrent to would be criminals, but they should always be used in conjunction with other security measures.

An occupied home is less attractive than an empty one, she explained, this is why most breakins happen during the day when occupants are expected to be at work.

It is important to always appear to be at home.

Leaving some lights on or a television or radio playing are good ways to do this. If you plan to be away for a long time, set lights and electronics on a timer and have a friend or neighbour take care of mail and garbage for you.

Trimming shrubbery to eliminate hiding places, installing deadbolts and motion sensor external lights are also effective deterrents to thieves.

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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News We invite you to join us for Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. On Sunday, June 28th we welcome our new officer and his wife, Majors Sam and Shirley Roberts, who have been moved from Acton to Essex. We look forward to Major Sam’s ministry in our church and community in the future. Prior to Sunday’s service, we will be meeting the Roberts’ at the church on Friday, June 26th at 7 p.m.

Join us for fellowship and refreshments.

Funfest weekend takes place the 2nd weekend in July. As you watch the parade on Sat., July 11th you can enjoy something to eat as we hold a barbecue in the church parking lot.

Sunday morning you can worship with the community at Sadler’s Park at the annual ecumenical service.

Essex United Church Last week was a special one for the United Church of Canada. We celebrated 90 years, the only denomination like it in the world.

Methodists, Presbyterians and Congregationalists came together as the United Church. We rang the bell 90 times during the service, as

was done across the country.

Then we had cake at the front with some street people joining us.

Do you have anything for the newsletter? Send it to Arleen at arrleenann1@gmail. com.

This Sunday we honoured Jordan Brimner for his scouting award.

Invite your neighbours to our July 1st community picnic.

From 6 to 9 p.m. with games and food and fireworks to follow.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Come join us for the Annual Church Picnic at 11 am.

A combine worship at Leschied Farms Woodslee with Belle River United Church and Glenwood United Church. Rev. Ann and Rev. Dr. Catherine Collins-Barker will conduct the service. Both Woodslee and Belle River Choirs will be singing. Drinks, Burgers and Hotdogs will be supplied. Bring your chairs, salads, and desserts. Don’t forget your sunscreen. Enjoy the horses, go for a swim, and search for candy in the hay!

Between June 30 – July 2. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact Rev. Kim Gilliland at 6519-8394266.

In Partnership with United Way to benefit Essex and Lakeshore Area Food banks we are still collecting food.You can deposit the items in the boxes at the church.

Volunteers are Needed for Vacation Bible School contact Kelly Sauve for more information.

Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am.

Lectionary Group: at Belle River United Church on Tuesdays from 11 am – 12 noon.

Vacation Bible School: July 13 – 17 from 9 am – 12 noon.

Come out and plant seeds, learn the 5 finger prayer., dance and sing upstairs.

Snacks will be provided. For registration contact Kelly Sauve at 519-975-0115.

Woodslee Friendship Club We will play Pepper on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1st, at the usual time.

The winners the past week were: Joan Broeders, Marg Chevalier, Joanne Diesbourg, George Diesbourg, Leo Durocher, Irene Gignac, Helene Manley, Jean Matalik, Fran McKim, Dave McMurren, Joanne McMurren, Donna Poisson, Mike Renaud and George Sutherland. The Pepper winners were: Irene Gignac, Gail Koziana, Helene Manley, Dave McMurren and Theresa Rivait.

For information, call Fran McKim at 961-9532.

Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson We invite you join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am.

We thank everyone who participated last Sunday in our Service of Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. We once again gathered to share in God’s dream of abundant life for all.

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For more information call collect: Steve Ford (Green Stream): 1-905-510-1229 Or Dan Boudreau (Town Of Essex): 1-519-776-7336 ext. 1450

Beginning Sunday, July 5th, we will once again worship with the Harrow Mennonite Church. During the month of July, services will take place at Harrow United Church at 9:30 am. In August, we will worship at the Mennonite Church. Everyone is welcome!

The schedule for the Fair Pie Tent is up and ready for everyone to choose a prime time to help out. Be sure to sign up on the list, which is located downstairs in Oxley Hall.

To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our regularly updated website at: www.harrowunited.org.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight Camp Impact: July 21st23rd.

Restoration House: 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee.

Open Saturday’s 10a.m.1p.m.

Church Picnic this coming Sunday, June 28th. Bring a dessert or a salad. We’ll provide the good time!

Essex Community Services Come help us celebrate our 40th Anniversary! Our agency first opened 40 years ago, in the year 1975. How we have grown and changed

over the years! Starting July 8, each Wednesday in July, stop in to enjoy snacks, meet our staff, and learn all about our programs and services. We are located at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, Essex. Hope you can join us!

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Continued from Page 19 Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m. with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is at 10:15 a.m.

Last Sunday we celebrated Father’s Day, and had the Sunday school awards and the annual Church Family Picnic. We want to thank Glen for BBQing and the Sunday School teachers.

Sunday, June 28 we will celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

On July 1st, Essex United church is sponsoring a Community Picnic with free refreshments. From 6-9 pm at the church.

Tuesday, July 7 is the nursing home service at Iler

Lodge at 2pm. Volunteers are always welcome.

Tina is still collecting milk bags to make bed mats for Haiti. Thanks.

An upcoming event on Saturday, August 29 is a good old fashioned corn roast at Bethel-Maidstone U.C. On June 28th - Fifth after Pentecost, the door greeters are Julie Thomas and Ila Farough. Elder on duty is Jean Moore and lock-up is Cliff Campeau.

Have a great week!

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Our summer schedule is Sunday, June 28 to July 26 one joint service at St. Paul’s church at 10.a.m.

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packages are at the back of the church. For questions, ask Sandra Lypps 519-723 4942 or any member of council.

Thank You Bank donations will be sent to Resources for Missions for Indigenous Ministry in memory of the many murdered indigenous women.

The church office will be closed periodically during the summer. Notice will be in the bulletin and on our internet site.

Trinity Church Our prayers are being asked for by Art, Auston, Joanne, David, Grace, and James.

The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Matthew Brown, given by Bob & Liz Brown.

Happy Birthday this week to Ron Vander Vecht, Haigen Rousseau and Sheila Gagnier.

Please note our summer schedule is June 28 to July 26, we will worship with our sister Church, St. Paul’s Church in Essex, Sundays at 10:00 am. We will be back at Trinity August 2 at 9:15 am. When we return we will have had a great “make over” inside with new carpet and the floors and pews will be redone. Exciting

as we are preparing for our 150 years in our community next year. A lot of activities are in the works, and we will keep you posted of all of them.

Remember Sunday Evensong returns this Sunday, June 28th, on the side lawn at 7 pm, Bring your lawn chairs and come and join us for a time of worship, music, then fellowship and roasting marsh mellows around the campfire.

Thank you to all who helped with the potluck lunch Sunday. Also we would like to thank all who helped in clearing out the Church for the upcoming work being done.

Our toy box is full for the first round. We continue to work on filling it for the second time. Thanks to all who are so generously donating toys for children in the Cottam and surrounding area. Lets keep up the good work!

See you for our regular services beginning August 2 @ 9:15 in “The Little White Church in the Cemetery,” in Cottam.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Peter Hogeterp.

Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided.

Do plan to stay afterwards

for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea.

All are invited to our next Free Movie Event on Friday, June 26. We will feature Big Hero 6. Doors open at 6:00 pm, Movie begins at 6:30 pm sharp! All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

A canned good donation is welcomed! Our next movie night is scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2015.

Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Maidstone Cross Happy 148th Birthday Canada on July 1st!

Congratulations to all the St. Mary’s Grade 8 grads.

Good luck in High School!

Parishioners are asked to please read the Diocese of London Task Force update that explains the future of our parishes.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, please call the parish office.

The RCIA program begins this fall. Please note that there will be no parish bulletins published in July and August.

Summer daily Masses at St. Mary’s for July will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. There will be no daily Masses the week of July 1 to 8.

Fr. Moe was invited by Fr. Ray Kelly and Bishop Michael Smith of Oldcastle,

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County Meath, Ireland to attend their annual St. Oliver Plunkett Mass and festivities along with the Canadian Ambassador to Ireland, the former House of Commons Sergent-at-Arms, Kevin Vickers. Have a safe trip!

Please keep Don Turnball, Dominic Bissonnette, and Rita Bellaire in your prayers and all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer Summer Daily Mass Times: Starting Thursday, June 18th, daily mass begins at 8:30 a.m.

Thursday evening mass is at 7 p.m.

Altar Servers & Squires Detroit Tiger Baseball trip is Friday, Sept. 18. Sign up now on the info table. Deadline is June 26th. Must have adult supervision. Tickets are courtesy of our Parish.

Children’s Liturgy Sunday School at 11am. Mass is on Sunday, June 28 and will resume on Sunday, Sept.

13. Have a safe and happy summer!

Life Teen - Grades 9-12, Mass at 7pm. Life Night follows until 10pm. July 12th is The Summit.

Save the date - Vacation Bible School is August 10 - 14.

Parish Family Picnic is Sunday, August 16.

Special thanks to everyone who donated towards our Sleep Walk Campaign. $5,130

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SECC to expand St. Clair College student shuttle service submitted to the EFP South Essex Community Council (SECC), in partnership with Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) and Essex Community Services (ECS), will include three more stops in the county for students wishing to travel back and forth to St. Clair College starting in September. In addition to stops in Leamington, Kingsville and Essex, the Student Shuttle will also pick up students in Harrow, McGregor, and Amherstburg.

These additional stops will allow everyone in the municipality of Essex to access transportation to St. Clair College, Kelly Stack, Executive Director of Essex Community Services, said.

She recognizes student transportation is just as important as the current clientele served through the existing transportation program.

This opportunity can make a real difference for students in the county. Adding these stops means more students have new ways they can save money and have reliable access to their studies, and ACS is proud to be a part of it, Kathy DiBartolomeo, Executive Director, of Amherstburg Community Services, added.

Stack explained Essex Community Services and Amherstburg Community Services will be working together to cover the Harrow, McGregor, and Amherstburg areas to make sure that

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everyone has accessible transportation.

In the past, Essex Community Services had only dropped off students at the college who had fit its criteria to use the transportation service.

Individuals interested in registering or seeking more details on the shuttle

service can visit www. secc.on.ca, email info@ secc.on.ca or call Mark Wybenga at 519-3268629.

In addition to the transportation service to the college, ECS is currently opening up its buses to full capacity.

“Anyone who is in

need of a ride can now call and register with us. We will always take seniors and disabled first, and medicals always take precedence. However, if you find yourself stuck and needing a ride, give us a call and see if we have openings, as well as to find out our schedule,”

Stack said. “We encourage people to call or stop in

for info on all programs and services.”

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Continued from Page 20 was raised, of which $1,370 was raised by Sarah Market. Also, thanks to your donations to our Bundle Drive and for coming out to our Fish Fry. Please keep 56 teens and leaders in your prayers as they head to Steubenville.

CWL Corner - Shrine day at Merlin on Wednesday, July 15, from 10am-3pm. Have a safe and happy summer.

God Bless and have a great week!

Cottam United Church News By: Helen McLeod Sunday, June 28th is our Annual Congregational Picnic: Everyone is invited to join (young and old), after worship at 10:15am. Hot dogs, ice cream, and cake will be provided please bring salads and other snacks. Games and activities will follow for everyone. People with pins from the past are encouraged to wear them, as we seek to promote the Sunday School.

SUMMER WORSHIP: will begin at 9:30 a.m. for July and August (July 5th to Aug. 30th).

G’day Mates! Outback VBS is rolling into Cottam United Church on Mon. July 6th to Wed. July 8; 6:30pm - 9:00pm.

Register children entering Grade 1 to Grade 7 for the program by calling 519-839-4266, or in person during the

Congregational Picnic on June 28. Volunteers are asked to meet at the Church on July 5th, after Church.

Gess†wood Camp: Is offering camps for ages 5 to 15 running from July 7th to August 28th this summer. Check out their Website for details at www.gesstwoodcamp.com.

Essex Retirees’ Social Club News Pepper Party in July - Call now to register for a Pepper Party in July on Tuesday, July 7, Lots of prizes.

Margaret Crawley and Pauline Olafson were the Thursday night Bridge winners. Roger Monchamp had high score at Monday night pepper. Evelyn Vivier, Louise Perrault, and Lawrence Dobson tied with most peppers. Mary Lou Chibi was low. Evelyn Vivier had high score at Tuesday afternoon pepper, Floyd Cascadden had most peppers and Ruby Robertson was low. Mary Demars had high score on Wednesday night, Roger Monchamp had most peppers and Joanne Diesbourg was low.

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Essex Mosquito Majors Reach Finals In Harrow 1947 Oldsmobile with same owner since 1963!

Russell Holt’s 1947 Oldsmobile torpedo coupe. Note cowl vent, an early form of air conditioning. The 4-bar grille was employed by Olds for 1946, 1947, and all series in 1948 except for the new 98 series with new postwar “Futuramic” styling.

Fifty-two years ago, a teenager at Stayner Collegiate in Stayner, Ontario, became tired of riding the bus to school and purchased a tan-coloured 1947 Oldsmobile torpedo coupe with radio and clock from a local barber for $200. That teenager’s name was Russell Holt, and he still owns that same car today. He is also today the owner of The Lost Channel Inn near Britt, Ontario.

As a teenager, Russell drove the car to school every day and also to school dances and proms. Then the car sat in storage for 22 years. He wanted to drive it to his 25th wedding anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the high school. He filed the points, installed a fresh battery and gas, and the old car fired right up!

The car had seat covers when Russell bought it. He ripped the driver’s side seat cover but his mother very kindly sewed it up again. The seat covers have never been off. The car has an outside sun visor, and Russell installed purple lights up inside the sun visor when he was in his teens. These lights came off a ’55 Chev. He later took them off and his mother threw them out. He bought new ones from a junk dealer who also supplied him with 6-volt bulbs.

Russell’s Oldsmobile now has 70,000 miles on the odometer since it was built new 68 years ago in Oshawa. The first owner was a farmer near Harriston, Ontario, who sold it to the barber who later sold it to Russell, making him the third owner.

Under the hood is a flathead six cylinder engine with 238 cubic inches cranking out a very respectable 100 horsepower. The transmission is 3-speed manual on the column.

During World War Two, civilian productions of automobiles had ceased in February 1942 and did not resume until late 1945. A big demand for new cars had built up, and some buyers had their names on a waiting list for a full year. You could order a new 1947 Olds in several colour choices: black, three greens, two reds, two beiges, two blues, two grays, and six two-tone combinations. The beigetan finish on Russell Holt’s ’47 Olds looks just right!

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.”

Bottom Row: Left to right - Jordan Cooney, Jack Smith, Jake Tetzlaff, Collin Huntley, Tyler Chittle. Top row: Luke Wilbee, Tyler Tytgat, Ajinn Vantassel, Braydin Metcalfe, Troy Dunlop, Shawn Hrbak, Tyson Menard. Coaches: Aaron Dunlop, Scott Chittle, Doug Huntley, Daryll Smith, Jason Menard

submitted by Wayne Nevin Congratulations to the Essex Mosquito Major Team for reaching the finals of the Harrow Tournament this weekend.

The Yellowjackets were 3 and 0 through round robin play, with wins over Amherstburg, Waterdown and Dresden. In game one, Braydin Metcalfe pitched four innings, giving up two runs with nine strikeouts. Then Jordan Cooney finished the game allowing no runs over three innings, striking out three for a 9-2 win.

In game two Essex faced Waterdown. Jack Smith pitched four solid innings, giving up only seven hits, allowing six runs. Jordan Cooney and Tyler Chittle pitched the remaining three innings to complete the 12-9, Essex win. Luke Wilbee went 3 for 4 at bat with 3 RBI to lead the Essex offence along with Jack Smith (2 for 3) and Braydin Metcalfe (2 for 3).

In game three Essex took on a very strong Dresden team. Essex scored three times in the sixth to take the lead.

Jordan Cooney pitched a solid five innings before handing the ball over to Jake Tetzlaff, who was able to shut down Dresden for an 8-7 win.

In the semi-finals the Essex Yellow Jackets and Alivston exchanged the lead five times but Essex ended up on top with a 4-3 win. Essex took the lead in the seventh inning on an RBI single from Shawn Hrbak and held on for the victory. Braydin Metcalfe and Jake Tetzlaff combined for only three runs off three hits, while striking out thirteen.

Tyson Menard led the Essex offence for the tournament and Shawn Hrbak’s key hits earned

him Yellow Jacket MVP for the Tournament. A tired Essex team gave it all they had in the finals against Waterdown, but it wasn’t enough to bring home the championship and they would have to settle for second place.

In the end they learned they can compete with anyone and will be looking for their next opportunity to bring home a championship.

Congrats to everyone involved in a great weekend of baseball!

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Around the track at South Buxton Raceway

Driver Joel Dick with SBR flag girl Alli Massender.

(James MacDonald Apex One Photo)

Rob Quick points to the sky as he he exits his car at South Buxton Raceway. (James MacDonald Apex One Photo)

submitted by Mike Bennett When things are going your way, even someone else’s bad luck is your fortune.

Leamington’s Joel Dick was mired in third place for the first 14 laps of Saturday’s UMP Modified feature at South Buxton when a caution flag came out. As the cars were lining up for the restart, track officials noticed water leaking

from the second-place car, forcing Blenheim’s Brian Speelman to go to the pits. This allowed Dick to move up to the front row for the restart beside Belle River’s Mario Toniolo, who had led from the drop of the green flag.

Dick took the lead on the restart and led the final six laps for his fourth straight feature win.

“I felt bad for him, he was running great and

he’s had some pretty bad luck,” Dick said of Speelman’s misfortune.

“But I’m not going to cry over it, I’ll definitely take the track position,” he said with a smile. “I got a good jump on the restart, there was quite a bit of moisture down on the bottom, the car just took off,” said Dick, as Toniolo had to settle for a runnerup finish for the second week in a row.

Chatham’s Eugene Hoekstra finished third, followed by his son Darryl and Shrewsbury’s Jim Dale Jr. was fifth.

Merlin’s Joe Brosseau finished sixth, Tilbury’s James Beaulieu was ninth and Essex’s Gerald Martin was 10th.

Wheatley’s Justin Mills wound up 14th, followed by LaSalle’s Mike Demars, Harrow’s Patrick Lajeunesse and Cottam’s Denis DeSerrano.

Dick battled Darryl Hoekstra for third place for a dozen laps, as the Leamington driver can attest by the scrapes and dings on the right side of his car.

“He got into my door pretty good, he used it as a little bit of a cushion,” Dick said of the contact.

“But it is what it is, it’s just a racing thing,” he added.

Cottam’s Rob Quick led all 20 laps to win his second Mini-Mod feature in the last three weeks, a timely win coming on Father’s Day weekend after losing his father Bob last November.

“It’s pretty emotional,” Quick said as tears followed down his face in his Victory Lane interview.

“Happy Father’s Day to

all of you up in the stands ... make sure you spend extra time with your father,” he told the fans.

Quick started on the outside pole and ran out to a half-track lead before the first caution on lap seven.

“The track was awesome, it was nice and tacky, you could run close to the bottom or go to the top. I just had to keep the 27 off me,” he said of Blenheim’s Trevor Jones, who got into Quick on a restart with two laps to go but the Cottam driver hung on to his lead.

Kingsville’s Dylan Wolters, who won his first career feature a week earlier by holding off Quick, finished fifth. The 15-year-old Wolters won his heat race, his fourth

checkered flag in the last three race nights.

Merlin’s Steve Shaw Jr. finished seventh, Essex’s Tom Reimer was eighth, Tilbury’s Gerry Rivait was ninth and Windsor’s Gerald Underwood was 10th.

Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford extended his season-long feature win streak to five by winning the Don Hendricks memorial race in the UMP Late Models. Windsor’s Bob Visnjic finished ninth.

Chatham’s Eren Vanderiviere took the lead from Kingsville’s Rob Young on a restart with 10 laps to go to win the Sport Stocks feature. Young finished second, his fifth top-five finish in as many features.

Ruthven’s Brad Bloomfield finished fourth, Essex’s Doris Lajeunesse seventh, Cottam’s Tiffany Ellis eighth and Merlin’s Steve Shaw was ninth.

Merlin’s Cale Johns went from third to the lead with two laps to go to win his second straight Bombers feature.

He took the lead when Kingsville’s James Kelly and Ridgetown’s Nick Glassford made contact while battling up front.

Merlin’s Bill Featherstone finished sixth, Kelly slid back to seventh, Windsor’s Andrew Mailloux was ninth and Windsor’s Jamie Beaulieu was 11th after leading the first six laps.

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New partnership applies for cenotaph grant

Woodslee Millen Group President Donna Roubos (left) and Secretary Juliette St Pierre (right) pose with Community Support Centre of Essex County CEO Tracey Bailey. These two groups have partnered to apply for a grant that could bring a cenotaph to Woodslee.

by Sylene Argent Members of the Woodslee Millen Group are pleased to announce it has formed a new partnership with the Community Support Centre of Essex County to try and secure a grant to erect a cenotaph at the Libro Community Centre (formerly the Millen Community Centre).

“The Community Support Centre and the Woodslee Millen Group have come together in partnership to honour veterans,” Community Support Centre CEO Tracey Bailey said in front of the Belle River office last Wednesday morning.

The two groups partnered to apply for a grant to establish a cenotaph and implement landscaping around the memorial. The two groups will not know if they are successful in their application until October.

If successful, they will work fast to try and have

the cenotaph installed before the annual Honour the Veterans event that takes place around Remembrance Day. This event has been an annual tradition in the Woodslee hamlet since 2007.

“We are ready to roll,” Woodslee Millen Group President Donna Roubos said.

The Woodslee Millen Group has been trying to get a cenotaph at the Libro Community Centre grounds for around a year-and-a-half.

“Our veterans need this respectful and well deserved cenotaph in Woodslee,” Roubos commented, adding getting the cenotaph “would be fantastic.

Everyone I talk to is very

supportive.”

The Woodslee Millen Group is excited to have the Community Support Council’s support in putting the application for the grant through.

While the Community Support Council and Woodslee Millen Group wait to see if their grant will be successful, more opportunities will be explored and donations towards to cenotaph will be accepted. Anyone wanting to donate to the cause can submit a monetary donation to the Woodslee Millen Group’s account at Libro Credit Union.