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Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain participates in the Mayors’ Haggis Hurl during Kingsville’s Highland Games.
by Sylene Argent On Saturday, thousands of regional residents flocked to Kingsville’s Lakeside Highland Dancer Michaela shows off the Park to participate in a renewed event that four medals and trophy she won during the dance paid homage to Scottish and Celtic tradition competition.
and culture, the Kingsville Highland Games The last time the Town of Kingsville hosted the Kingsville Highland Games was in 1987, and judging by the event turnout and roster of activities, it was due to make a strong comeback. The event offered the opportunity for area Highland Dancers as well as pipe and drum musicians to compete. Individuals were also able to participate in a Kilt Charity Run earlier in the morning, listen in on bagpipe demonstrations from hundreds of musicians, or enjoy watching the athletic tugHundreds of p pipes and drums of-war competition, sheep herding demonstrations, musicians and athletic competitions. wowed visitors The event also pitted of the Kingsville H Highland Games. area mayors against one another for an opportunity to win bragging rights by winning the Mayors’ Haggis Hurl. Area b mayors spun around three times before m ssending a piece of haggis towards a whisky b barrel. Fittingly, Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos w won the competition, wearing a kilt. “It is so good to see so many of you,” Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos said during K tthe event’s opening ceremonies. “The 2019 Highland Games was but a wee b bit dream until volunteers came together to
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Highland Games returns to Kingsville... make this event a reality,” Santos commented. During the opening ceremonies, the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County offered heartfelt congratulations to
Kingsville on the success of the event. “It is exciting to see this park filled to capacity,” Essex MPP Tracey Ramsey said during the event’s opening ceremonies. She said she
remembers coming to the event in her youth. “I can already see what a hit it will be,” Ramsey said, commenting on the thousands who came out to support the event either by competing in an
activity, hosting one of many vendor tables that lined the park’s pathway, or just came out to spectate. “Those with Scottish roots, enjoy the day. If not, enjoy being Scottish for the day,” Ramsey said. The event wrappedup with a sold-out performance from the “Mudmen” a Canadian rock band surging with Celtic energy.
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Local fiddler, Todd Porter, performed Scottish music during the Kingsville Highland Games event on Saturday.
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Roads meeting discussion centered around cold rolled recycled process by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday evening, staff members of the Town’s Public Works Department hosted a special meeting to explain the various types of road surfacing the Town uses to Council. Discussion at the meeting kept circling back to the cold rolled recycled process used last year on the 8th Concession and Gore Road. Council received a verbal report from Chris Nepszy, Chief Administrative Officer, regarding the Town’s road network. During the meeting, Nepszy described the Town’s road maintenance routine to members of Council, highlighting the types of processes used to maintain or upgrade road surfaces, their costs, and the pros and cons of each type of surfacing used, including pulverized, aggregated, full depth reclamation, and tar and chip surfaces. He also spoke of the cold rolled recycled paving and noted it is a green initiative. When the Town began using the cold rolled recycled process, one lift was used. Nepszy said staff members are finding that adding a second lift is better. This costs $105,000 to $115,000 per kilometre. Asphalt prices fluctuate, which that affects the bottom line, he noted. The pros of using cold rolled recycled, Nepszy explained, is that it gives the road a little bit of structure and this process does not disturb the road. This is a new process to Essex. “We are continually pushing to find something in between tar and chip and asphalt as asphalt is quite costly,” he said of this process. The cons include there are application issues and it covers a hard surface. At the Monday, July 16, 2018 regular meeting, the Council of the day tabled awarding the Request for Tender for the Gore Road (from Wright Road to Essex County Road 20) and Concession Road 8 (from Coulter Road to Ferris Road) rehabilitation to Norjohn Contracting and Paving Limited for $549,157, which was the sole bidder. At the time, Councillor Randy Voakes had issues moving forward with the selected process because he believed it was not up to standard in the past and that if the specifications in the RFT were a little more open, there would have been more bidders. At the Tuesday, August 7 meeting, a 3-4 majority vote passed the work to be done. Councillors Bondy, Voakes, and Ron Rogers were
opposed, and Councillors Snively (now Mayor) and Steve Bjorkman, and Deputy Mayor Meloche and then Mayor Ron McDermott were in favour. At the July 16, 2018 meeting, Snively said he would not support the process. During the meeting last Wednesday, members of Council voiced dissatisfaction with how the roads turned out. As far as Gore Road, because of timing construction delays on both ends, the final lift was put on too late, it was noted at the meeting. The weather was also cold, Nepszy explained. Council also discussed other possibilities that could have led to a less than desirable result. After the meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy explained the roads were put in last fall. She said she has gotten many calls from residents in Wards 2 and 3 about problems with the roads. As a result, she been driving the road a lot. She thinks the base is the problem and is worried about the base on both roads and about water getting through the cold rolled recycled layer and affecting what is beneath. The complaints started pretty early in the process ranging from the road’s shoulder, that it was unfinished, and that there is not enough base, she said. On May 27 of this year, the contractor came back and fixed the Gore. Mayor Snively said he voted for the cold rolled recycled, but is not happy with the product on the last pieces done of the Gore Road. He would like to see if the product holds up. He thinks Council should hold off on using this process until about three years have passed on what was just done. Bondy has been compiling information regarding othermunicipalities that have used this process and intends on following up on that. She also thinks the Town may have to look at its tendering process to get projects out earlier. Councillor Steve Bjorkman said the town has a small sample size of cold rolled product and the Town has had good results from the process in the past. Deputy Mayor Meloche said he appreciated administration is looking for different ways to get road works done in a reasonable manner. He said the cold road is a reasonable price so long as the product stands up.
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Local gardeners pick up tips from gardening expert, Mark Cullen by Garrett Fodor Last Wednesday evening, local gardeners gathered at the McGregor Community Centre to participate in a rare opportunity that allowed them to learn from gardening guru, and “face” of Home Hardware, Mark Cullen.
The event was made possible as Essex County received a national “Outstanding Achievement Award for Community Involvement” last year. Part of the award for earning this recognition offered residents a chance to enjoy learning from Cullen as he
hosted a free presentation on how the world of gardening is changing and the changing landscape. Cullen, while being a world-renowned gardener, also writes for 31 newspapers across the country, including a column in the Toronto Star. He has
also written 24 books. Cullen shared information from his newest book, “Escape to Reality: How the World is Changing gardening, and Gardening is Changing the World,” which he co-authored with his son, Ben. In the book, the two
experts predict what they expect gardening will look like in the next generation and the impact it will have. Ten dollars from each sale went to the Essex Communities in Bloom Committee. His presentation featured notes from the book along with information handpicked
and detailed for the area. Being in the industry for so long, Cullen has seen many changes. For instance, 20 to 30 years ago, it was primarily about killing and removing weeds. Now, gardeners are Continued on Page 10
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Holy Name graduates celebrate achievements Because the students were enthusiastic, the school benefited from their involvement and grew a stronger school spirit. Gregetz added many of
Valedictorian Nick Brady speaks to the crowd at the Holy Name Elementary School graduation last Thursday.
by Garrett Fodor Last Thursday evening, friends and family members of the Holy Name Catholic Elementary School graduates filled the pews at Holy Name of Jesus Church to celebrate the accomplishments and hard work of the 48 graduating students over the last school-year. The graduation ceremony began with a mass led by Father Dave Bouette and Deacon Gary Flewelling. The service featured involvement from the graduating students, who spoke about faith and religion and how the education they received at Holy
Name helped their faith. At the conclusion of mass, there was an intermission and change-over for the graduation portion of the ceremony. The students were recognized for their individual accomplishments, both academically and athletically, at the school. The awards were presented to the students by the teachers who helped them along the way. The evening concluded with a slideshow, featuring recent photos of each student beside their baby picture. Valedictorian Nick Brady spoke on behalf
of his graduating class, thanking parents and staff at the school for their help along the way as the students continued to further their education both in school and in faith. He added stories that happened throughout the year and what it meant to him and his classmates to be a Hawk. This year, teachers Steve Gregetz and Tara Harris taught Holy Name’s grade eight students. “Overall, the thing that stands out about this group is their willingness to accept everybody for who they are and the leadership they have shown at the school,� Gregetz said. He added the grade eight students were responsible for running monthly assemblies.
the graduates have been classmates for 10-years and they celebrated as a whole during the graduation ceremony. Many of the students will attend Essex District
High School next year, with a few opting to attend Cardinal Carter and Villanova to further their education in the Catholic School Board.
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Getting to recognize female hockey players
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As a former hockey player, I was certainly pleased to have two separate articles included in the past two issues of the Essex Free Press that highlighted the academic and athletic achievements of two local female hockey players who signed to play at the university level. I started playing hockey at the young age of ten on a mostly boys’ league in Belle River. I fell in love with the game the year prior as an avid fan of the Leafs. When I started playing hockey, it was still pretty unpopular for girls to join a league. I was the second girl in my entire elementary school to play the one-ice sport, the other was an older girl I very much looked up to. I am sure my parents had their reservations about me wanting to play, but they did let me get involved and I loved every second of it. I played my favourite sport for five seasons, the last three years of which
I played in a girls’ league in Windsor, only passing it up when I got my horses. I get excited to see so many young women today get involved with the sport that I really did get a lot of flak about playing when I was a kid. The boys I played with were great, but there were kids at my school who would like to try to convince me the sport was for the boys. That just made me want to prove them wrong even more and my obsession with the sport grew even deeper as a result. I was never as good of a player as I would have liked to have been, but that did not stop me from trying my hardest any time I had to play. I especially enjoyed connecting with the girls in the all-female league, which I think there were only four teams when I started in whatever division I was in, who also had a passion for the sport. A few years back, I dusted off my
old skates to take advantage of ice time offered at the Essex Arena for the adult skate. Fortunately, the first few times I went, I was by myself, which worked out well because trying to skate after more than ten years is not the same as re-learning how to ride a bike. Honestly, it was quite embarrassing how bad I actually was, and it took me quite some time to get comfortable again. When I walk into an arena to cover an event, the smell brings back vivid memories of playing and the friends I made during that time. I’m so proud to know there are many young ladies out there who love the sport as much as I did and I am so glad to see the opportunities they have to excel.
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Letter to the Editor... First, I want to thank everyone who has been involved in the conversation about Libro Credit Union’s services in Woodslee. Thank you, also, to the editor of the Essex Free Press for your fair and balanced coverage of the issue. The county is lucky to have such a strong and principled newspaper. Libro has been talking with Owners and Owner Representatives about the future of services in Woodslee since May 2018, and everyone at Libro recognizes it has been a difficult conversation, particularly as we move closer to changing our service offering on July 1. We thank everyone who attended our information session at the Woodslee Community Centre on June 13, and all who expressed their views in other ways throughout this process. I want to assure the community of Woodslee, and the wider Essex County, that we have been listening and we will continue to listen to everyone’s views. We must also be aware of what people are telling us by their habits, and, in this case, the way people are conducting business with us forces us to accept there is a need for service changes in Woodslee. We have observed more than half of Woodslee Owners rarely or never visit our Woodslee office, and instead carry out their routine business at other locations, especially the locations in Essex and Belle River. In Woodslee, the six frontline staff have been conducting an average of 45 transactions in total per day, including any phone calls that may come in, meaning they have been supporting an average of just one transaction each per hour. Continuing to invest the credit union’s resources in this way would not be the best use of the resources
entrusted to us by 106,000 people across southwestern Ontario, including the 26,000 Owners we have in Essex County. Woodslee does have significance as the longest root of Libro Credit Union, having been founded in 1943, and the passion of its residents shows that. Their passion for the Woodslee community is honourable. We are committed to continuing to work with Owners in Woodslee, to supporting its community organizations, and to finding an appropriate organization that might be able to use the space we are making available in our building there, potentially supplying a new service to the community. We will maintain a full-service ATM and Night Deposit in the same building. Our staff in other branches, who will now include the transferred staff from the Woodslee branch, are ready to work with Owners and potential Owners in the area, and so are the coaches in our Contact Centre. We also have a popular Libro app, which can be downloaded free to smartphones, and online banking that can be reached via the website libro.ca. The values that created and continue to drive our credit union remain the same: by working together, we prosper together. Libro will continue to work hard on growing prosperity in Essex County and across southwestern Ontario, and supporting the people who live here in reaching their financial goals. Again, thank you. Steve Bolton, President, CEO and Head Coach, Libro Credit Union
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ECNPLC AGM wraps up Essex Medical Centre Open House by Sylene Argent On the evening of Wednesday, June 19, staff members at the Essex County Nurse PractitionerLed Clinic (ECNPLC) hosted the 8th Annual General Meeting, with the theme “Education and Collaboration.” “Our team of Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Social Worker, Dietician, Physiotherapist,
Chiropractor, Massage Therapist, and administrative staff embed education into every encounter with every patient,” Pauline Gemmell, the clinic’s Executive Director, wrote in her message in the AGM agenda. “At your clinic, education and collaboration is a continuous journey,” Michael Lavoie said, who
Letter to the Editor... It’s Official! Unfortunately the concerns and needs of Libro’s Woodslee Branch members/owners made known at the recent information session fell on deaf ears. Steve Bolton announced Wed. June 19th in an e-mail sent to staff members it’s decision to continue with the plans to close the Woodslee branch effective July 1st. The members thought there might be a chance Libro would reverse the decision to close and perhaps leave the branch open 2-3 days a week. This is not going to happen. We are very disappointed with Libro’s decision. Many people put their heart and soul into saving this historical part of Woodslee. Sometimes bigger isn’t always better. Libro is forcing it’s members to go to another town to do their banking business, perhaps it’s time to find another bank. Mr. Eddy Francis, would the Windsor Family Credit Union be interested in opening a Branch in Woodslee? We sure would appreciate some personal one on one service and there’s already an empty building. Thanks, Deb Deschaine Woodslee Resident Member / Owner at the soon to be former Woodslee Branch Libro Credit Union
is the Board President. This mandate helps keep the clinic up-to-date with current healthcare trends, he added as he welcomed two special guests who were invited to speak at the AGM; David Musyj, President and CEO of Windsor Regional Hospital, and Dr. Chris Spirou, who joined the ECNPLC in 2011 as its collaborative physician in Essex. Both guest speakers spoke about the importance of collaboration and the importance of being able to provide primary care. Musyj took the time to
note the impact ECNPLC has had in the WindsorEssex region needs to be emphasized. The ECNPLC opened its doors in Essex Centre eight years ago, taking up space in the Victoria Wellness Plaza. It soon after opened a satellite office on Drouillard Road in Windsor. The ECNPLC continues to grow as its staff are currently working with the Town of Amherstburg to open a new clinic there. The 2018-19 year included more change as the ECNPLC had the entire Continued on Page 9
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CLEC celebrates inclusion and accomplishments at AGM by Sylene Argent Another year of promoting inclusive communities was celebrated last Thursday evening at the Ciociaro Club as Community Living Essex County (CLEC) hosted its 58th Annual General Meeting. CLEC is currently supporting over 700 local individuals who have an intellectual disability. “We get to celebrate quite a bit of accomplishments this year,” Tony DeSantis said, who is the Manager of Community Relations with CLEC. “It was an actionpacked year and there is a lot to be celebrated.” Highlights of the past year of events were featured during the meeting, which included the annual golf tournament, the Jingle Bell Run, and the always wellattended Ruthven Apple Fest. Karen Bolger, Executive Director of CLEC, added the organization remains a major leader within its sector. Its fundraisers not only raises money, they also raise awareness throughout the community about the programs and services it provides. “By being here tonight, you are showing you are all in,” Bolger said to those in attendance at the AGM, referring to CLEC’s newest slogan, “I’m All INclusion.”
Representatives of CLEC presented representatives Windsor-Essex Pride Fest with the 2019 Inclusion Award.
Bolger recognized the management of the organization, the support staff, who she said are outstanding. “This agency values and appreciates all you do every day,” she said. Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain brought greetings from the County of Essex. He said CLEC does a great job helping those with intellectual disabilities reach their full potential. The County, he said, endorses what CLEC does. He urged those involved with the organization to keep up the good work. During the meeting, representatives of CLEC’s affiliated groups “Ensemble,” which provides support to families of those with an intellectual disability, and “New Day,” which is a self-advocacy group comprised of CLEC clients who work to promote inclusion, spoke about their work with CLEC. During the AGM, CLEC took the time to recognize some of its outstanding clients with various awards. The Eighth annual Bruce Crozier Inspiring Possibilities Memorial Award, which is intended to be presented to an individual who is encouraging by nature, was given to Paulina Neufeld for accomplishing personal progress. Intensive supports were needed to help her achieve success when she first started with CLEC. Through hard work and dedication, she is flourishing. Celine Labrecque was awarded the annual Jeremy Hart Memorial Bursary, which is presented to an individual who expresses as much enthusiasm to extend their studies as Hart did. He had many dreams and aspiration to achieve education to get meaningful employment.
Labrecque has a major goal or getting her drivers license and graduate college. She would like to one day work with children. She thanked her parents for their support. Cynthia Castellucci earned the Kevin McMullan Memorial Award, who was a long-time manger at CLEC who suddenly passed away. Castellucci demonstrated being an outstanding team member with leadership qualities. She has, for a long time, been involved with New Day. She was called a “fierce champion” when presented her award. Every year, individuals making a difference in CLEC areas are awarded for their dedication to their community and to promoting inclusion. The North Area Outstanding Achievement Award was presented to Joshua Kudroch. He is a busy advocate in Belle River. He volunteers with the food bank and Meals on Wheels. He is well known for his polite and friendly disposition. He is well-know and respected by his community for his involvement. Kudroch has only received services from CLEC for a year-ad-a-half and has accomplished a lot in that time, it was noted. He thanked his family and support staff for their assistance. The South Area Outstanding Achievement Award was presented to Brianne Taggart. It was said Taggart is an active volunteer in her community and at CLEC. She is also a strong advocate with New Day. She assists the Kingsville Folk Fest and also operates her own business, selling her paintings. She is also a photographer and teaches others how to paint. She thank everyone for the nomination. “It is such an honour to be picked. Thank-you Community Living Essex County for helping me to reach my goals,” she said. The West Area Outstanding Achievement Award was presented to Darlene Radigan, who was said to be a vibrant, generous, and kind-hearted woman. She enjoys assisting in a hair saloon and others who live in her facility as a member of the residency committee. She is not shy to stand up for others if she thinks someone was wronged. She is also a long-time volunteer for the Amherstburg Mission. Ursula Fawdry earned the Central Area Outstanding Achievement Award. It was said Fawdry is a vibrant individual, who volunteers at the Essex Area Food Bank, is an active member of her church, and participates in Abode Respite activities. CLEC recognized Windsor Essex Pride Fest with the 2010 Inclusion Award, which is awarded to a group that promotes inclusion. CLEC appointed a new Board of Directors and also recognized a long list of employees, who have dedicated years to supporting clients. It also took a moment to remember its supporters and clients who have passed on over the last year. “When you see those photographs you see how time has flown,” DeSantis said after a slideshow presentation that paid tribute to those individuals. And when you work at such a great organization it is hard not to be touched by the lives of those who we support.” Currently, CLEC is the largest non-profit employer in Windsor-Essex County as it employs 516 part-time and 208 full-time employees. Visit www.essexfreepress.com for photos of award winners.
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ECNPLC AGM and Essex Medical Centre Open House... second floor of the Essex Medical Centre renovated. They moved into the new facility earlier this year. Staff at the ECNPLC, he said, treat the whole person and not just one issue, adding the only way to provide care to people in need is investing in clinics like the ECNPLC. Primary care access and success prevents people from going to the ER, he noted. Musyj also spoke of how in Canada, instead of showing up at a hospital with a credit card, Canadian are lucky enough to show up with a health card. He then spoke of the Province’s plan to end the Local Health Integration Networks to create a web of collaborative Ontario Heath Teams. The concept of the team at its core, he said, is to have organizations work together to reduce cost and achieve patient care. He added it is great to have the ECNPLC at the table as planning continues on that concept. For the past 28-years, Dr. Spirou has been a family doctor in the area. He did not have much to do with Nurse Practitioners at the time, but was open-minded when Gemmell and a few founders of the ECNPLC
approached him while in the conceptual stages of implementing the clinic. He said he listened intently to their idea of opening a Nurse Practitioner clinic and as they explained the scope of practice of a Nurse Practitioner. After the meeting, Spirou said he wanted to get involved because over the course of his career he has seen how a small problem, such as a diabetic coming in for medication, can become a big problem, as that individual may not have been getting routine blood tests, which could lead to kidney failure. Spirou said he looks forward to going into the clinic every week and loves interacting with the other healthcare staff there. “It is just an amazing service model,” he commented. “I can’t say enough of the talent and care of the Nurse Practitioners.” During the meeting, Erika Banwell of Banwell & Douglas CPA said the financial statements presented looked correct. This year’s AGM was dedicated in memory of Isabelle Ferguson, who recently passed away, but was
Kingsville raises flag to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day by Sylene Argent On Friday, the Town of Kingsville raised a flag at its municipal building in honour of National Indigenous People’s Day, which is meant to recognize the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. The Caldwell First Nation donated the flag to the Town of Kingsville for occasions like this one. Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos, Deputy Mayor Gord Queen, and Councillor Larry “Today, we are Patterson raise the Caldwell First Nation flag to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day. raising this ceremonial to celebrate flag Indigenous heritage, art, and culture, and to recognize the important contributions that Indigenous peoples have made to Canada,” Mayor Nelson Santos said. “We’re very proud to demonstrate appreciation and respect for our Indigenous community members,” Santos stated.
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one of the first patients to enroll at the clinic. Lavoie said Isabelle passed in away of December of last year and was a great advocate and promoter of the clinic. She opted to be passionate in all she did. Earlier that day, the Essex Medical Centre, where the ECNPLC is located, hosted an open house celebration. This opportunity gave members of the community a chance to tour the rural health hub. “We have been working with a community advisory committee and other stakeholders to establish this rural health hub for several years and today we celebrate its completion right here in the heart of Essex County,” Dr. Spirou said, who is also one of the managing partners of the facility. The rural health hub includes physiotherapy and chiropractic services, a walk-in clinic, a family doctor and a pediatrician, a dentist, a medical laboratory, a hearing clinic, a pharmacy, diagnostic imaging, dieticians, and social workers all under one roof. During the open house, a plaque was unveiled to formally dedicate the Walk-In Clinic in memory of the late Dr. Lee Michael Luciani, who passed away suddenly following a cardiac event in 2016. Dr. Luciani was one of the founding members of the Rural Health Hub in Essex.
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trying to control them. Today, people wait to cut their lawns so the pollinators can make use of the pollen in the dandelions and the same can be said for milkweeds. Another recent trend includes people wanting to add the right plants to their gardens to help the monarch butterfly population. “It is changing because of food. People that are just beginning to garden are gardening because they want to grow food or they want to make a contribution to it, by protecting the environment which is where the pollinators and native plants come in,” Cullen said. “I say it is the most exciting time in the history of the country to be a gardener.” Cullen added he was excited to come to Essex as a part of the award and his tour. He said visiting Pelee Island is on his bucket list and he has wanted to come here to bird watch as he’s an avid birder with over 40 nesting boxes. During his visit to the region, Cullen toured the area, which included meeting with the Ontario Purple Martin Association and the Essex & District Horticultural Society. When he arrived in the municipality, Cullen said he saw the hard work the community has done to receive the “Outstanding Achievement Award for Community Involvement,” last year.
to the Heritage Gardens Park by Sylene Argent On Thursday morning, gardening guru Mark Cullen met with staff members of the Town of Essex, along with members of the former Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee, the Essex Communities in Bloom Committee, and the Essex Centre BIA to learn about the partnerships that formed over the past five years that contributed to building-up the Heritage Gardens Park. The Town earned the visit from Cullen as its award for earning the Outstanding Achievement Award for Community Involvement, which was received at the National Communities in Bloom event in 2018. While standing inside the pavilion inside the Heritage Gardens Park, Cullen learned how the Town completed the Essex Centre Streetscape
& Silo District Plan in 2014, which envisioned a pavilion in the growing park area. The Essex Centre BIA, at that time, committed to partnering with the Town of Essex to help finance the structure, which was completed last year. The Arts, Culture and Tourism (ACT) Committee hosts the annual Tune Up the Parks summer music series, which is partially hosted in Colchester on Monday evenings and on Wednesday evenings in the Heritage Gardens Park. Last year, the musicians who played as part of this series enjoyed performing from inside the pavilion. This year, the musicians are playing from beneath the wings of the Essex Memorial Spitfire, so the newly implemented Essex Farmers’ Market could be hosted from inside the pavilion. Suzanne Allison of the
former Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee shared the history of how this squadron was able to install a replica Spitfire and its accompanying Honour Wall inside the Heritage Gardens Park. She emphasized how the committee worked hard to have the memorial installed as quickly as possible in 2014, after a fundraise blitz, so former WWII Spitfire Pilot of the RCAF, Jerry Billing, could see it before he passed. “Everything fell into place,” she said. “I have never seen a community come together like that.” She explained that Billing was the inspiration behind having the Spitfire installed, but it was meant to thank all who served and to be a remembrance of the sacrifices veterans and fallen soldiers made for Canadian freedoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions For The Essex Fun Fest Where is the Essex Fun Fest? The festival fairgrounds is located at 60 Fairview Avenue West in Essex, ON. From Leamington, take Highway #3 North-West to County Rd. 23 (Gosfield Townline/Arner Townline). Turn Right on Gosfield Townline and just before the lights at Talbot Street, turn left into parking lot on Max Miller Way. From Windsor (Option 1), take Highway #3 SouthEast to Victoria Avenue/ Malden Road. Turn Left on Victoria Avenue and make quick Right onto South Talbot. South Talbot runs along Highway #3 and through the stop sign and around the bend it turns into Fairview Avenue. Follow Fairview Avenue to Essex Centre Sports Complex and fairgrounds are on your right hand side. Parking on side streets, only. From Windsor (Option 2), take Highway #3 South-
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East to Gosfield Townline/ Arner Townline. Turn Left on Gosfield Townline and just before the lights at Talbot Street, turn left into parking lot on Max Miller Way. There is NO parking at the arena.
What time does the festival start and end? Thursday, July 4th Gates open at 4:00pm (No Admission Charge) World’s Finest Shows: 4:00pm-10:00pm Youth Talent Showcase: 6:00pm - Libro Credit Union Main Stage Molson/Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens: 8:00pm-Midnight Friday, July 5th Gates open at 4:00pm Kids Zone: 4:00pm-8:00pm World’s Finest Shows: 4:00pm-Midnight Libro Credit Union Main Stage: 6:00pm-10:00pm Molson/Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens: 8:00pm-1:00am Saturday, July 6th Gates open at Noon Kids Zone: Noon-7:00pm World’s Finest Shows:
Noon-Midnight Libro Credit Union Main Stage: 3:30pm-10:00pm Molson/Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens: 8:00pm-1:00am Fireworks: 10:05pm Sunday, July 7th Gates open at Noon and Close at 6:00pm Kids Zone: Noon-6:00pm Pony Rides: 12:30pm4:30pm (FREE with paid admission into fairgrounds
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Where do I park? There is limited free parking on side streets and public parking lots around the arena fairgrounds and NO on-site parking. Visitors
are encouraged to get dropped off at the gate, walk, or ride their bikes to the festival. There is an area at front gates to leave your bikes. Parking is prohibited in the baseball diamond parking lot off of Fairview Ave., however only NOT on Saturday, July 6th due to the fireworks. This parking lot is attended. Fun Fest Committee and
the Town of Essex are looking i n t o additional parking in and around the fairgrounds area for your convenience. We will update when necessary. Until such time, there is NO PARKING AT ARENA FAIRGROUNDS UNLESS AUTHORIZED AND HAVE A PERMIT.
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FAQ For The Essex Fun Fest... For up-to-date information and more details vist www.essexfunfest.com. Events and times may vary. Subject to change.
Is there a shuttle service? At this time the Essex Fun Fest does NOT offer any shuttle service.
What if I need a cab? There is no licensed taxi service in Essex Centre. Uber is an option.
Where is the entrance into the park located? There is two entrances into the park this year. Main entrance is at the foot of the drive into the arena off Fairview Avenue. The back entrance is located off Gosfield Townline at Max Miller drive, near the front of the arena.
Where is the ATM located? Last year there were two ATM Machines located on site. It is the committee’s intention to have two ATM machines on site again. World’s Finest Shows also provides a debit service.
Where is the entrance to Main Stage located? Entertainers and persons required in support of
entertainers are to enter only via the baseball park entrance at Fairview Avenue and Westlawn.
Where is the entrance into the park for vendors located? Vendors are to enter only via the baseball park entrance at Fairview Avenue and Westlawn. Vehicles must check in at gate. Parking is only permitted closest to the road and NOT behind your booth/spot.
Is there an admission to get into the park? Yes, to offset the costs associated with many of the on-going changes the festival has made, there is a small fee to enter the park depending on the day. Thursday - There is NO admission charge on this day Friday - The fee is $5 per person. Children under 12 are free. Saturday - The fee is $5 per person. Children under 12 are free. Sunday - The fee is $5 per person. Children under 12 are free. Adults over age of 65 are free on this day only. Admission fee is not charged after 9:00pm Friday and Saturday, or after 4pm
2019 rk Pa Admission es: Fe Thursday, July 4th – FREE Friday, & Saturday, July 5 & 6th $5 a person daily. Youth under 12 years FREE. Sunday, July 7th - $5 per person daily. Youth under 12 years and Seniors aged 65-plus FREE No park admission fee after 9:00pm Friday & Saturday and 4pm Sunday.
Sunday. Entrance into the Molson/Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens is free on Thursday and Sunday. Additional $7.00 per person after 8:00pm on Friday and Saturday.
What does my admission include? Your paid admission into the park allows you to take advantage of many new and exciting things this year at the Essex Fun Fest. You will have access to our many vendors which make our festival one of the best in the area, as well as the Kids Zone, Main Stage and Secondary Stage Entertainment, and all attractions other than World’s Finest Shows rides. Admission into Bavarian Gardens is additional depending on date, and time, of day.
Is there any park policies I should know about? Yes. These items ARE permitted inside the festival grounds: - Lawn chairs (concert area and fireworks) - Blankets - Hand-held umbrellas (please be respectful to the people around you) - Diaper bags, medical bags, etc. These items ARE NOT permitted inside the festival grounds: - Bicycles * - Skateboards * - in-line or roller skates * *There is an area at the front gates to leave items not allowed inside the park. - Tents - Outside food or drink,
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including Tim Hortons coffee or other - Dogs or any other pets - Backpacks, duffel bags, tote bags, oversized purses, coolers, etc. We reserve the right to inspect all items. In addition, the Essex Fun Fest has a Guest Conduct Policy which states we intend to provide all our guests with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Therefore, the festival committee has established the following rules for expected guest conduct. Those failing to abide will be subject to ejection and possible arrest. - Guests wearing obscene or indecent clothing are not allowed on the fairgrounds; - Guests interfering with other guests’ ability to enjoy the festival will be removed from the fairgrounds by security; - Guests using foul or abusive language or gestures will be removed from the fairgrounds by security; Guests displaying extreme acts of public affection will be removed from the fairgrounds by security; - Guests displaying acts of intoxication will be removed from the fairgrounds by security.
Entertainment Gardens and the Libro Credit Union Main Stage (outside). All ages in main stage area and at specific times in the Bavarian Gardens (Sunday, July 7th); All other times, you must be 19 years of age to enter Bavarian Gardens with proper I.D. Everyone entering and exiting the Bavarian Gardens and the Main Stage area is subject to be searched. Essex Fun Fest reserves the right to search pockets, purses, hand bags, jackets, etc. Two (2) pieces of photo I.D. will be required to be permitted in the Bavarian Gardens.
Is there any park security? Yes. Paid security including Ontario Provincial Police throughout the weekend and including off hours. The Town of Essex and, the Essex Fun Fest committee, reserves the right, without refund or exchange, to
refuse admission to or eject any person whose conduct is deemed disorderly or disruptive.
Lost and Found?
Yes, please go to the Fun Fest Information booth located in the middle of the park near the Picnic Area.
No Smoking
You’ll need to butt out, again, this year at all sports facilities and fairgrounds in Ontario. As of Jan. 1, 2015, the Smoke-Free Ontario Bylaw is in effect. For more information, visit http://www.ontario. ca/health-and-wellness/ smoke-free-ontario
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The attendee assumes all risk and danger incidental to the fairgrounds area, and the Town of Essex and the Essex Fun Fest committee are not liable for injuries resulting from such cases.
Is the fairgrounds licensed? Yes, in certain areas within the fairgrounds only. The Molson Coors Bavarian
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Fun Fest Attractions & Contests Saturday, July 6th - Parade, 11:00AM - Downtown Essex One of the highlights of the Essex Fun Fest is its annual downtown parade. Parade time is 11:00am. This year’s theme is LIFE’S A BEACH. Pack your cooler and head for a day at the beach! Don’t forget your flip flops, swim shorts, sun hats, frizbees, sun tan lotion, sun glasses, and anything else you can think of that you’ll need “on the beach.” The parade commences at the intersection of Talbot St. (Main St.) and Fairview Avenue and proceeds north along Talbot St. to Maidstone Ave. The parade welcomes all Marching Musical Groups, Specialty Groups, Commercial Entries, Services Clubs and Antique Vehicles to participate in the parade. Be creative with your entry and don’t forget to ensure that your business name or logo is visible. No awards are handed out, this is all about having fun. Deadline to submit your entry is July 4th. There is no entry fee.
Saturday, July 6th - Bike Parade -During Fun Fest Parade! The bike parade is an opportunity for youngsters to show they live an active lifestyle and ride along with the grand marshall. Thousands of people line the streets of downtown Essex Centre, and this is an exciting opportunity for children to become involved. Ideal for for children between 5 and 8 years old (born in 2010-2013) and they must have a parent/ guardian to ride along with them. The first 50 registrants will be accepted to participate and we will contact you with further details the week of the parade. We require bike parade participants to be available between 10:30am and noon on July 7, 2018.
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Thursday, July 4th, 2019 Youth Talent Showcase 6:00PM - Libro Credit Union Main Stage The Youth Talent Showcase sponsored by ESSEX HOME HARDWARE is THURSDAY, JULY 4th at 6:00pm on the Main Stage. Registration starts at 5:15pm. Free admission into thee fairgrounds for all on this day. NEW this year, we have two divisions to enter in; Junior Division age 4-8 years, and Senior Division age 9-12 years. The judges will award a winner, a first runner up and a second runner up. All participants will receive a gift for their efforts, regardless. Judged on Appearance, Talent, Question & Answer and Audience Acceptance.
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Fun Fest Attractions & Contests Saturday, July 6th - Watermelon Eating Contest
1-2PM - Secondary Performance Stage If you are a true watermelon lover and think you have the skills to outpace the competition, then plan now to join us for the annual Watermelon Eating Contest. Divisions: Ages 6 to 12 and Ages 13 & up. There is a maximum number of entrants permitted so sign up early. Registration is at the festival information booth located in the middle of the park near the picnic area. Registration is Friday, July 6th through Saturday, July 6th. Times TBD.
Saturday, July 6th Fireworks Spectacular! 10:05 pm Join us inside the fairgrounds for one of the area’s best, mid-summer fireworks shows. Plenty of family-friendly areas to view these great fireworks, as well as in the Molson Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens or the Libro Credit Union Main Stage area.
Sunday, July 7th Essex Fun Fest Annual Horseshoe Tournament Noon - Molson Coors Bavarian Gardens. Horseshoes sponsored by ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION B 201 ESSEX. Male and female. Open to all. Limited BR. s space available. Registration is 11:30am. For more i information contact Kinger at (519) 772-8247.
Sunday, July 7th - Pony Rides - 12:30-4:30PM in fireworks viewing is behind food vendors Sponsored by SIEFKER GROUP. Sarah Parks Horsemanship is back again, providing pony rides to youngsters all afternoon with Sarah Parks Horsemanship (SPH), owned and operated by Sarah Parks who is a Certified Horsemanship Association Accredited Instructor in both English & Western riding disciplines.
Sunday, July 7th - 2:00PM • Border City Wrestling Molson Coors Bavarian Gardens Canada’s #1 Independent Professional Wrestling Organization! Founded in 1993, Border City Wrestling (BCW) is a professional wrestling promotion, and home for several Total Nonstop Action Wrestling superstars, including Chris Sabin, Alex Shelley, Johnny Devine, and Eric Young. It is also where many future stars got their start, including Edge, Christian Cage, Rhino, Joe E. Legend, Zach Gowen, etc. Border City Wrestling alumni includes Bret Hart, The Rock, Jerry “The King” Lawler, Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart, Jimmy Hart, Raven, Christian Cage, and many more!
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Sunday, July 7th - Zoo2You 1:00PM-4:00PM near Secondary Stage area Zoo2You is an animal outreach program designed to both entertain and educate audiences about the amazing animals of our planet. Zoo2You is a hands-on event that uses tame, friendly, and well socialized animals that have been raised from babies at its facility. Children and adults alike have the rare opportunity to see, touch, hold and learn about rare and beautiful animals from around the world. You will see many mammals, exotic birds, and reptiles.
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2019 Essex Fun Fest Schedule of Events Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday July 4th, 5th, 6th, & 7th Four-day family-friendly, fun-packed weekend, including midway, parade, sidewalk sales, thrill shows, kids zone, live entertainment, fireworks , and more! Great fun for all ages! THURSDAY, JULY 4th
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An interactive area for to of age and under), com ddlers and children (7 years plete with games, arts & crafts, face painting, inflatable jumping castles, and more! New this year is a Giant Colouring Wall! The Kids Zone is a supe rvised area, a comfort to all parents, and is included in the park entry fee. Kid s Zone Hours: Friday, July 5th, 4:00pm-8:00pm • Saturd ay, Ju 6th, Noon-7:00pm. Face Painting: Times TBD • Su ly nday, July 7th, Noon-6:00pm
10:00AM to 4:00PM – Heritage Essex Inc. Miniature Train Show and Train Photo Exhibit - Essex Railway 7:30PM – Essex Belly Dancers - Secondary Performance Stage Station; 87 Station St., Essex ON 8:00PM to Midnight - Molson Coors Bavarian Gardens 4:00PM - Fairgrounds Open (Park admission FREE!) Open - Ladies & 80s Night - No Cover – DJ (Must be min. 4:00PM to MIDNIGHT - World’s Finest Shows Midway age 19) 4:00PM to MIDNIGHT - World’s Finest Shows Midway 6:00PM – Essex Fun Fest Youth Talent Showcase 4:00PM to 8:00PM –Unifor Local 444 Kids Zone FRIDAY, JULY 5th sponsored by Essex Home Hardware - Libro Credit Union Main Stage 10:00AM to 4:00PM – Heritage Essex Inc. Miniature 4:30PM - Enchanted Adventure Parties - Secondary Performance Stage 6:00PM-9:00PM - Zumba Fitness - Join us for a Train Show and Train Photo Exhibit - Essex Railway 5:00PM to 7:00PM - Essex Fun Fest Pickerel Dinner Zumbathon. The theme is Canada on the Beach! Station; 87 Station St, Essex ON Contact tanya.fryer@gmail.com, tnbyrne@cogeco.ca or 4:00PM - Fairgrounds Open: $5 per person daily. Youth Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201; 103 Talbot St N, Essex daniellebogiatzian@yahoo.com for more information. - under 12 years old FREE! No park fees after 9:00PM daily. 5:30PM - Erie Shore Martial Arts featuring Sensie, Evan Essex United Church Gymnasium; 53 Talbot St. S., Essex Victoria Puddy - Secondary Performance Stage 6:15PM – Almost Famous (Rock Variety) - Libro Credit Union Main Stage
7:30PM - Zop!: A Circus Bonanza (Show #1) - Ken Lapain & Sons Ltd. Thrill Zone in Food Court
8:00PM - Molson Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens Opens (Must be 19 years of age. Admission $7)
8:30PM - 5-time Country Music Awards Ontario Male Artist of the Year nominee MARSHALL DANE - Libro Credit Union Main Stage 9:30PM - CIAO Band (Variety Rock, Pop, & Dance) Molson Coors Bavarian Entertainment Gardens
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2019 Essex Fun Fest Schedule of Events 11:00AM to 3:00PM – Heritage Essex Inc. Miniature Train Show and Train Photo Exhibit. Historic Caboose will also be open to the public! - Essex Railway Station; 87 Station St., Essex ON 11:00AM - Essex Fun Fest Parade Celebrating LIFE’S A BEACH Noon – 4:00PM – Essex Centre BIA hosts its Sidewalk Party complete with sidewalk sales, large inflatable balloons and live entertainment from the “The All Nighters - when the music never ends.” NOON - Fairgrounds Open - $5 per person daily. Youth under 12-years-old FREE! No park fees after 9:00PM daily. NOON - MIDNIGHT - World’s Finest Shows Midway
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1:00PM - Watermelon Eating Contest 8:00PM - Presentation of Citizen of the Secondary Performance Stage Year Award - Libro Credit Union Main 2:00PM - Zop!: A Circus Bonanza (Show Stage #2) - Ken Lapain & Sons Ltd. Thrill Zone 8:30PM – Jody Raffoul (Originals & in Food Court Classic Rock Variety) - Libro Credit Union 2:30PM – Interactive Guided Play – Learn Main Stage Juggling & Plate Spinning, and develop the hand-eye co-ordination needed in 9:30PM - DJ RYE (Interactive DJ; Variety) this 1-hour interactive experience - Ken Molson Coors Bavarian Gardens Lapain & Sons Ltd. Thrill Zone in Food 10:05PM Annual Festival Court Fireworks *Rain Date Sunday, July 7th* 3:00PM - Adam Zanier - Musician SUNDAY, JULY 7th Secondary Performance Stage 8:30AM - Interdenominational Church 3:45PM – MailBoxx Music (Uplifting Hip Service - Sadler’s Pond Hop) - Libro Credit Union Main Stage 9:00AM - 1:00PM - Community 4:30PM – Bill Nuvo; Full of fun, high Breakfast - Holy Name of Jesus Parish, energy comedy, juggling, and other 146 Talbot St. S. ($5/person) amazing stunts - Secondary Performance Stage 9:30AM - Onyx Fitness Solutions Yoga
NOON to 4:00PM - Essex & District Horticultural Show - Essex United Church; 53 Talbot St S, Essex, ON 5:00PM – Jerry Arkansas & Exit 31 (Classic NOON to 7:00PM - Unifor Local 444 Kids Country) - Libro Credit Union Main Stage Zone 6:15PM - Zop!: A Circus Bonanza (Show 12:30PM - Jangles the Clown - Secondary #3) - Ken Lapain & Sons Ltd. Thrill Zone Performance Stage in Food Court 12:45PM - Off Kilter Equine 6:45PM – Rock Of Ages (Rock Variety) Entertainment Show Libro Credit Union Main Stage sponsored by Harrow Chiropractic Clinic - Fireworks 8:00PM - Molson Coors Bavarian
NOON - Fairgrounds Open: $5 per person daily. Youth under 12-years-old and Seniors aged 65-plus, FREE! No park fees after 4:00PM. NOON to 6:00PM World’s Finest Shows Midway NOON to 6:00PM – Unifor Local 444 Kids Zone
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Pastor Jim Hatt (pictured far left) poses with members of Essex United Church.
“Essex United has made a contribution to the community forever, it’s always been an integral part of the community,” Hatt said. “We need to continue to tell our story here in this community, and to be part of this community.” A member of the United Church since the age of 15, and Pastor at Essex United for the last several years, Hatt explained it was the United Church’s message of inclusion and acceptance that brought him to the denomination, and is a primary reason he wants to see the church continue to thrive. “The United Church is one of the few churches where everybody is accepted that comes through the door,” Hatt said. “It doesn’t matter what colour you are, what race you are, what your sexuality
by Adam Gault An Essex United Church Pastor is set to retire this coming July, as the United Church of Canada plans to sell the Essex United Church building. “The [United Church of Canada] has decided to sell the building. That in some ways makes me sad, but we still have to be realistic. There are a lot fewer people going to church, period,” explained outgoing Essex United Pastor, Jim Hatt. “We’ve just simply outgrown the need for this big of a building.” Although the future of a physical space for the Essex United congregation is uncertain at this point in time, Pastor Hatt is hopeful the congregation will be able to continue in a new structure in the coming years.
is. We accept you, and we love you, and that’s what Christ told us we are supposed to do.” Pastor Hatt will celebrate his 74th birthday this July 5, one day before his scheduled retirement, and cites his age and several health issues as deciding factors in his retirement decision. “A year and a half ago, I had heart surgery and I had a stroke,” Hatt explained. “I don’t have the same energy that I had before. I think God’s telling me it’s time to stop and smell the roses.” Although Hatt will be stepping down from his full-time duties with Essex United, he plans to continue his parttime work as the Chaplain at Windsor’s Downtown Mission, offering support and guidance for those in need. “A couple days a week I’ll spend
up at the Mission, talking to guys and women that need to talk about spiritual things,” Hatt said. “I still am not giving up Ministry totally, I’m just giving up this part of every Sunday I need to be responsible.” This Sunday, June 30, will be Pastor Hatt’s last Sunday service. But, by no means will it be his last involvement with Essex United as he eagerly prepares for their annual Canada Day celebration. On Monday, July 1, Essex United Churchw will host its 6th Annual Canada Day Community Picnic on the Church Grounds from 7 pm to 10 pm. The annual extravaganza will offer BBQ, games, bouncy castles for the young ones, and fireworks as the sun goes down.
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Human Resources Coordinator and Executive Assistant to CAO (1 Position) The Town is currently seeking a Human Resources Coordinator and Executive Assistant to CAO (Hybrid Position). As a valued member of the Town of Essex Team, this position is primarily responsible for providing administrative support for the Human Resources Department and will assist in the areas of recruitment, records maintenance, labour relations, health and safety, employee communications, and training and development. Additionally, this hybrid role is responsible for providing administrative assistance to the Chief Administrative Officer, including scheduling, coordination of meetings, preparing communications, and other day-to-day administrative tasks. A detailed job description is available at www.essex.ca/jobs and qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume in confidence no later than 4:00p.m. on Friday, July 5, 2019. In Person: Attention: Manager, Human Resources 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON N8M 1A8
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Town of Essex Notice of Public Meeting Changes to Development Charges On Monday, July 15, 2019 the Council of the Town of Essex will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges by-law and underlying background study. Development charges are fees paid by new development to fund municipal infrastructure and services such as sewer pipes and road improvements. Every five years, the municipality conducts a development charges background study to forecast the community’s future residential and non-residential growth to determine infrastructure needs and costs. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may provide their opinion related to the proposed D.C. by-law and background study. The meeting is to be held: Monday, July 15, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Essex County Civic Centre Council Chambers 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON, N8M 1Y6 The background study is available for review online (under the News and Notices section of www.essex.ca). Copies of the proposed by-law and the background study are also available at Town Hall, 33 Talbot Street South. Interested persons may express their comments at the public meeting or in writing, addressed to the Town Clerk, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, N8M 1A8.
Powerhouse Luke Tremblay lifted his way to a bronze finish at World Championships by Sylene Argent Between June 4 and 16, Essex’s Luke Tremblay was one of more than 950 athletes who participated in the 2019 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) Classic World Powerlifting Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden. Tremblay competed in the Junior Division for 105-kilogram athletes, and earned an overall bronze medal. To earn that overall bronze, he earned a silver in the squat, having lifted 315 kilos, and a silver in the bench press, having lifted 195 kilos. He also deadlifted 315 kilos. Tremblay was thrilled with the results, especially since this was his first meet in a while in which
he didn’t miss any of the lift attempts. Following the success of this event, Tremblay learned he qualified to compete in the Commonwealth Games to take place in St. John’s, Newfoundland in September. He hopes to make the competition and is ready to continue his training in preparation for the tournament. Soon, Tremblay will have to move into the open category as he is
about to age-out of the Junior division. The 23-year-old is not worried about moving up into a larger category that is sure to provide more competition as when he compared his results to the open category from the World Competition, he learned he would have placed fifth. He said it is nice to be able to see where his athleticism compares to his future competitors.
Voice Of Inspiration “There is something that you can do, for a greater good, for a greater cause, one that is far bigger than just yourself. Find it, and then, do it.” ~ Kevin Abdulrahman
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TREPANIER, Nolan Perry - Born April 19th, 2017, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2019. He gained his wings surrounded by love, with the sun on his face, fighting the bravest of fights against a cancer that could not be defeated. He touched the lives of everyone he met; his infectious smile, laughter, hugs and love of tractors will live on in all our hearts forever. Nolan is survived by his parents John & Beth Trepanier. Grandson to Peter & Lou Trepanier, Gary & Kaylene Chapman. Nephew of Giselle, Connie, Clifford & Megan Trepanier and Shawn & Shannon Chapman. Cousin to Finley & Brenna Mae Trepanier and Eric & Matthew Chapman. Thank-You to the amazing doctors, nurses, and support staff at Children’s Hospital and Sick Kids; your expertise, grace and compassion will not be forgotten. Thank-You to Ronald McDonald House in London and Toronto; during the most difficult of times, you helped provide a home away from home, where memories were made, tears were shed, and love was felt. Visitation was held at Kendrick Funeral Home (91 Division Street S., Kingsville) on Wednesday June 26, 2019 from 3-7 p.m. Celebration of Nolan’s Life from the funeral home on Thursday June 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Greenhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Hospital – London, Sick Kids – Toronto, or Child Can. Online messages of condolence may be left for the family at www. Kendrickfuneralhome.com.
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Essex County 4-H Dairy Club press report
submitted by Ethan Parks On June 13, at 7:30 pm, the Essex County 4-H Dairy club held its third meeting of the year at Bally Bright Farms in Woodslee. The meeting started with the 4-H pledge before we went into the topic of how to dehorn a cow, with Veterinarian Dr. Dave. We watched Dr. Dave dehorn some cows. It smelled very bad. The Morrison’s milk their cows in a parlour where they can milk ten cows on each side. It takes approximately five minutes for a cow to milk, depending on the animal. One cow can produce 34 litres of milk per day. Vicky gave us a tour of the barn where the cows sleep and rest when they are not being milked. The Morrisons bed their barn with sand not straw. Our snack for the evening was chocolate milk, creamsicles and popsicles…. all was yummy and cold!
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LYKOFF, Philip - Phil was able to tell his last story on June 23, 2019 before he passed away unexpectedly at home doing what he loved to do outdoors at 76 years of age. Beloved husband of Gail (nee Market) with whom he shared 52 years of marriage. Dear father of Leasa Barrette (Jerome) Jason Lykoff (Maria), and Alex Lykoff. Treasured grandpa of Jeremy, Jonathon, Benjamin (Samantha), Zachary Barrette, Marisa, and Deanna Lykoff. Son of the late Sam and Eleanor Lykoff. Stepson of Robert Ramsay. Brother of Marlene Maslovich (Walter) and the late Billy Lykoff (1956). Brother-in-law of Don (Nettie), late Jim (2016), Doug (Sally), late David and Keith, Brian (Shelly), Bill (Kathy), Nick (Lisa), Clarence (Lori) Market; Patricia, Carole (Roger), Sharon (Charlie), Lynne (Mike), Debra (Eugene), Leanne (Kevin), Marty (Tom), Anita and Mary. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Phil was an Honorary Member of the Knights of Columbus, third and fourth degrees, where he served as Deputy Grand Knight, Advocate, Trustee, Sentinel for Essex Council # 3305; Sentinel, Pilot, Captain, Navigator, Admiral Fr. Alvin P. Marentette Assembly # 2097. He was also very active with the Holy Name of Jesus Parish Council, Usher Club, Eucharistic Minister, Mission Club; helped raise funds for church additions and St. Peter’s Seminary. Phil was respected by everyone in both his professional career and personal life. Phil is resting at the Holy Name of Jesus Church (146 Talbot St. S, Essex) on Thursday, June 27, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. until time of the funeral mass at 12 noon. 3rd and 4th degree Knights of Columbus prayers at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made St. Vincent de Paul or to the Mission Club at Holy Name. Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex entrusted with the arrangements. You may send your condolences online at www. kennedyfh.com.
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What’s Going On... JULY 1 CANADA DAY CELEBRATION IN STONEY POINT 3pm Parade followed by events presented by Lakeshore. Visit lakeshore.ca for more information. JULY 1 KINGSVILLE CANADA DAY CELEBRATION & TREATS N EATS FESTIVAL at Kingsville Parks & Recreation Complex, 1741 Jasperson Lane, 11am-11pm. JULY 1 ESSEX UNITED CHURCH CANADA DAY COMMUNITY PICNIC, on church grounds, 7-10pm. Bring your own lawn chairs and enjoy this free event! JULY 4 7 ANNUAL ESSEX FUN FEST For more info, see pages 11 - 18 of this week’s edition or www.essexfreepress.ca JULY 6 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW - At Essex United Church. Plants, baked goods, & sale. from 12 - 4pm. JULY 13 BBQ AND YARD SALE at Essex Retirees’ Club, 32 Russell St. JULY 17 KINGSVILLE BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Kingsville Migration Hall, 170 Main Street East, from 1:00 - 7:00PM. For more info: www.blood.ca. AUG 20 ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W, from 1:00 - 7:00PM. For more info: www.blood.ca. 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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Happy Canada Day weekend! We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am as we welcome Pastor Bill Hoogland. Nursery supervision is Fresh food. Friendly neighbours provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with a cup of coffee or tea. 191 Talbot St. S., Essex Congratulations to all our children and adults who are graduating from grade school, high school, college, and University. May the Lord richly bless you as you continue your studies or search for employment! Salvation Army Essex Church Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen submitted by Carolyn Barnett to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. We invite you to join us for Family Worship at 10:30a.m. on Sunday, June 30th, as we welcome our new officer, Major Jim Bethel-Maidstone United Hann and his wife, Judy.We look forward to his ministry in our Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and community. coffee hour to follow. Our church and hall are wheelchair Our SA Cafe runs on Tuesdays from 10 until noon. It’s a drop accessible. Preschool Playtime is now on recess until the fall. in time for coffee, tea, cookies, and conversation. You can play Rev. Colin Swan is our Guest Speaker on Sunday, June 30. board games, puzzles, or read a book. Drop in for as long as you The third Sunday of the month will now become “Food Bank wish. There is no meal or program, but it’s a nice break in your Sunday”. Please bring your canned goods and or donations. week. There is a special appeal for boxed cereal. Please keep those on our prayer board in your prayers. Our Please pick a Sunday and sign the Door Greeter’s list on the sick and shut-in friends would love to receive a call, a card, or a table in the foyer. We have a new listing for 2019. visit from you to brighten their day. 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 Essex United Church foyer or contact the office. Join us for our Sunday, June 30 service at 10:30am. This will You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. be Pastor Jim’s final service as he begins his retirement! For the month of June, food donations are for the Salvation Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am Army Food Bank. Essex United Church Sponsors - A Community Picnic on until 1pm. Canada Day – July 1, 7:00 - 10:00pm on the church grounds, 53 Essex Retirees’ Social Club Talbot Street South. Come and enjoy the fun. BYOC (Bring Your Betty Fields had high score at Monday night Pepper. Charlie Own Lawn Chairs!) and Roger tied for the most peppers and Audrey Stanley had low score. St. Paul’s Anglican Church Linda Caderette had high scsore at Wednesday night Pepper. Join us for Sunday worship and experience one of Rev. Chris Janece McLaughin had the most peppers and Nelson St. Denis Brouillard- Coyle’s inspiring sermons, she never disappoints. See had low score. below for service times. Pauine Olafson and Floyd Cascadden had top scores at Thank you to our young people, leaders, and Sydney for the Thursday night Bridge. part they played in our service on Sunday. Volunteers are needed for our Clothes Cupboard Ministry, Brooker News if you have a few hours to spare on a Tuesday or Thursday submitted by Ruth Newman morning, please contact Donna at: 519-776-5724 or Terry at: Receive a warm welcome at our family worship on Sunday, 519-839-4653. June 30 at 10am. Rob Cornies will bring the message. In support of the work they do to assist refugees, our June thank you bank contributions will go to St. Matthew’s House in Windsor. The next Market will take place on July 13th. 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 Anglican Church in Cottam at 9:15am. Regular Sunday Services are as follows: The 1st Sunday of the month 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. Visit online at: www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page. Phone: 519-7767711. Email: office@stpaulstrinity.org.
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Continue to remember the shut-ins and those in nursing homes in your prayers.
Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson
We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church. This coming Sunday, June 30th (10:30 am), Sue Anderson will lead us in worship. Everyone is invited to stay for coffee and conversation following the service. Summer Services - Again this year, we will combine our summer services with the Harrow Mennonite Church. Services will be at the Mennonite Church during July and at Harrow United Church during August. Services start at 10:30am and everyone is welcome! HUC Drive-In BBQ - Friday, July 12th from 4-7pm. Everyone is welcome and proceeds will support Outreach Projects. 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.
Trinity Church submitted by B. Layson
Continue to pray for Brittney, Christina, Adrianna, Dan, Debra, Barb, Larry, Liz, Maureen, Stephen, Debby, and Gene. The Sanctuary Lamp burns in memory of Doris Hyatt, given by the congregation. In support of the work they do to assist refugees, our June Thank You Bank contributions will go to St. Matthew’s House in Windsor. Looking ahead to the summer schedule we will be at Trinity for the month of July with our regular service time of 9:15am and for the month of August we will be at St. Paul’s with the service starting at 10am. Join us Sundays at 9:15am in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery at Cottam. All are welcome!
Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Come and celebrate Canada Day with our Mission Group that will be serving Sundaes on Sunday, June 30th after Mass. Save the date for the annual Golf Tournament on Sunday, September 15th at Willow Creek. Registration to golf is at the back of the Church. 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! There will only be one bulletin published each month for July & August and the office will be closed on Mondays and Fridays. Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. All are welcome. Please keep in your prayers, all the people who are sick, shutin, and in Hospice. Happy Canada Day!
Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for Sunday Service at 11:15 am. Rev. Carl will lead the service. There is no Sunday School but it will resume in the September. Thank you to everyone who came to our Joined Church Picnic. Thank you to Michael who did the barbequing. Please say a special prayer for our friends on the Pray List. Contact the office if you wish to have someone added or removed from the list. Rev. Emke typically tries to maintain office hours Monday to Thursday and welcomes anyone who wishes to stop in, however, please phone ahead before coming, in the event he has been called away from the office. We are beginning a caring ministry for those in our church community who are unable to attend services regularly. We will help them to remain informed about church activities by sending them a large print bulletin every week. Please help us
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FORM 6 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001 Ontario Regulation 181/03 Municipal Tax Sales Rules
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TECUMSEH Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at the Municipal Office, 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh, ON N8N 1W9. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office, 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh. Description of Lands: ROLL NO. 37 44 450 000 00700 0000, 7030 HOWARD AVE, PIN 01398-0577 LT, PT LT 2 CON 5 SANDWICH EAST AS IN R890605 EXCEPT PT 2 PL 12R25081; DESCRIPTION MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE IN FUTURE AS IN R890605; S/T SS8172; TOWN OF TECUMSEH, FILE EXTH17-001 Minimum Tender Amount: $151,431.18 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $776,000. Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/ bank draft/money order payable to the municipality (or board). Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, existing interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Any existing Federal or Provincial Crown liens or executions will remain on title and may become the responsibility of the potential purchaser. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit:
www.Tri-Target.com | Ontario’s Tax Sale Community Info@Tri-Target.com or if no internet access available, contact: Mr. Tom Kitsos, CPA, CMA, Director Financial Services and CFO The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh 917 Lesperance Road Tecumseh, ON N8N 1W9 (519) 735-2184 Ext. 125 www.tecumseh.ca
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Continued from Page 23 by giving names and addresses of people who would appreciate this connection to the church family. Vacation Bible School: July 16 from 9am - 3pm, July 17 from 9am to 3pm, and July 18 from 9am to 12noon. Roar VBS kids discover that even though life gets wild GOD IS GOOD. Team building games, cool Bible songs and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life. Ages from JK to 11 years. Preregistration is required. To register or more information, contact Kelly at: kellysauve@ aol.com or 519-791-7064. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is invited.
Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Jay spoke on how learning to love God more is an ongoing process. Thanks to everyone who helped and contributed to our Youth Fundraiser/Baked Goods/Barbecue. It was a delicious success! Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Early Prayer and worship is on Sunday mornings at 8:30am. Our Sunday Service begins at 10am. Come and join us! Heavy Rain Revival Night with Annie Byrne is on July 12th at 7pm. Camp Impact, July 16th-18th. Registration forms are in the foyer. For more information, visit our website at: antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed! Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for last week - Monday Euchre: George Sutherland, Joanne McMurren, Mary Demars, Mike Renaud, and Wayne Rawson. Wednesday Pepper: Debbie Monchamp, Colette Moser, Edna Chevalier, Roger Monchamp, Mary Lou Chibi, Aggie Rivait, Barb Jacobs, and Helene Manley. Friday night Euchre: Joanne McMurren, Irene Gignac, Mary Demars, Ray Brooker, Mike Renaud, Theresa Rivait, George Diesbourg, Pam Leblanc,Charlie Chevalier, and Janece McLaughlin. Note: There will not be a Euchre card party on Monday, July 1st because of Canada Day. For further information call Claire at 519-723-4694.
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Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Theresa Lecuyer
The CWL will collect new school supplies and backpacks in July. The K of C’s general meeting is on Thursday, July 4th at 7:30 p.m. Save the date for Vacation Bible School from August 12 to 16. It is free and open to children 3 to 12 years old. Life Teen Mass is on Sunday, July 7th at 7 p.m. with Life Night to follow. All high school age students are welcome. For the months of July and August there will be a bi-weekly bulletin and the office will be closed on Fridays. Please keep the young people and leaders in your prayers as they attend the youth conference in Steubenville, Ohio this coming weekend. Fr. Dave is recovering well from his knee surgery and wishes to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, and food. Congratulations to our Grade 8 Graduates. Have a safe and fun summer!
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Essex Community Concert Band played favourite songs during Tune Up the Parks Awesome dragster built by high school students
Dragula 2.0 at Kingsville High School car show May 17.
It’s long, low, and fast. It’s Dragula 2.0, a Munster-inspired dragster designed and built by students at Kingsville District High School under the watchful eye of their auto shop teacher, Gord Osborne, who was born in 1963 at a time when drag strips were practically everywhere and quarter-mile fever was at its height. Osborne has had many years of experience with race cars, both working on them and behind the wheel. He served for many years as the crew chief in the CASCAR Super Series, and in his garage today is a 1969 Z28 Camaro race car. The idea for Dragula 2.0 began in September 2017 and construction stretched across three school semesters. The auto shop students eagerly embraced the idea as sketches on the blackboard were followed by 3D computer images showing what the finished product could look like. The entire dragster was built in the KDHS auto shop except for the front axle from a 1951 Ford F100 frame and the rear end from a 1975 Jeep Cherokee. Local businesses contributed time and materials as the project took shape. Two Grade 10 girls in the auto shop class built the motor based on a Chev 350 V8. Over 80 students took part to make it all happen. In March 2019, it was finished in time to be an entry in the Detroit Autorama, one of America’s biggest and longest running hot rod and custom car shows. It was placed in the middle of the ground floor and created a sensation, winning two first place awards, one for the High School Category and one for the Special Interest Motorized Category. The KDHS students and their teacher were thrilled! After Autorama, Dragula 2.0 was on display at the Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village and at the London Fairgrounds, where Osborne drove it across the parking lot and into the Convention Centre. The auto shop students are now rebuilding a Hemi engine taken from an old Plymouth. And there is talk of building a vehicle for the stock car circuit. But for now, Dragula 2.0 thrills everyone who sees it – and when Osborne revs up the engine, the skull in the middle of the hood opens its mouth!
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by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday evening, members of the Essex Community Concert Band took the opportunity to entertain a large crowd of music lovers from beneath the wings of the Essex Memorial Spitfire as part of the ongoing Tune Up the Parks summer concert series. During the concert, the local orchestra played a long-list of recognizable pop and show tunes that were sure to catch the attention of the event attendees. The band even played a ‘90s medley, which was sure to be nostalgic for those who grew up in that era. The Essex Community Concert Band is comprised of musicians of all ages and all skill levels. The Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee hosts the Tune Up the Parks summer music series for the community to enjoy. This year’s music series will include performances in Essex Centre’ Heritage Gardens Park every Wednesday evening and in Colchester every Monday evening until the end of August. In addition, concerts are planned to take place in Harrow and McGregor this summer. The next performance planned for Essex Centre will take place on June 26 as blues, country, and rock band Foxboro is scheduled to provide the entertainment. On July 3, blues, gospel, and folk singer-song writer, Karen Morand of Windsor, will return to the music series for the third time in as many years. In the past, her set included
originals off her album, “Junkyard Heart.” Music lovers are urged to bring a lawn chair upon which they can sit and will have an opportunity to forward a donation to the performers.
Performances start at 7 p.m., but could be cancelled or subject to change. Visit the community calendar on essex.ca to learn more about upcoming performances.
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EDHS athlete signs to play with UofM-Dearborn’s inaugural women’s hockey team
by Sylene Argent Last Thursday afternoon, Alexa Robinson, a soon-tograduate Essex District High School student, proved that with putting in enough dedication and effort, dreams can be achieved. Surrounded by her parents and fellow teammates last Thursday afternoon during a ceremony hosted in the
school’s gym, the tenyear hockey veteran, who played for the EDHS Red Raiders and the Windsor Wildcats travel team, signed a contract to play with the University of Michigan-Dearborn. “I have no words,” Robinson said of getting to play with the University of Michigan-Dearborn inaugural women’s hockey team next season. “I wasn’t expecting this many people to be here. It’s crazy. “This is something you dream about, but don’t expect to happen,” the right-defence woman said of the scholarship that accompanies her invite to play with the University of Michigan-Dearborn team. “I’m excited for the experience, but nervous for the challenge,” she noted, adding she played her hardest this
past season in hopes of catching the eye of a scout or two and made sure she kept her grade up, as well. Robinson said she has always had an interest in hockey and is proud to be able to combine her postsecondary education with playing at the collegiate Continued on Page 28 Pictured Right: Carrie Sirola, Assistant Coach for the University of MichiganDearborn, signed EDHS grade 12 student Alexa Robinson to the team during a special ceremony hosted last Thursday afternoon.
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submitted to EFP The Mosquito Major baseball team is warming up with the weather, and is back to work at producing runs. This past beautiful Sunday, the Windsor Hawks came to town for a double header. Windsor brought many talented, gas-throwing pitchers with them, but the surging Yellow Jackets prevailed in both games.
to play with UofMDearborn’s inaugural women’s hockey team... Continued from Page 27
The swarm chills between games.
Essex won the first game with Caleb Cavanagh and Jimmy Hayes hitting 3 for 3 with power, while Cole Grant, and Caleb’s pitching held Windsor to two runs
in six and 2/3 innings. Braylon Travis came in, and heroically struck out the last batter for the save, and a 4 to 2 win. The second game ended with Essex atop 9 to 6.
Hayes continued his torrid hitting season, smashing two more doubles. Ethan O’Neil scored twice, Zack Grein’s sacrifice bunt scored a run, and Tobey Trepanier and Denver Boismier rounded out the great team effort. Braeden Cavanagh, Ryan Smith, and Jacob Clemens all pitched admirably. The team is scheduled to be in Tecumseh, on Tuesday, June 25, with gritty Sean Wilson penciled in to toe the rubber.
level. Carrie Sirola, Assistant Coach for the University of Michigan-Dearborn team, said she had coached teams that have played against Robinson’s Wildcats team in the past. The Windsor team, she said, had strong players. As the University of Michigan-Dearborn’s women’s hockey team will officially embark on its first season, starting in the fall, a lot of work has gone into recruiting new players for the team. There are five players who currently attend the university, who will play on the team. Sirola said those girls have been connecting with the new recruits and answering any questions they may have. “The biggest advice I give high school girls is that hockey will always be there. Concentrate on school; that is what you need to focus on,” Sirola said. Robinson and her new teammates will start training in September.
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