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Thursday, March 12, 2020
Issue No. 10
The Essex Climate Adaptation Team host its first official meeting by Julianna Bonnett The Town of Essex is taking the next step into developing an adaptation plan for climate change this upcoming year. Last Thursday, the Essex Climate Adaptation Team held its first meeting. Back in January, the Town was looking for interested citizens and stakeholders to become members of the team to come up with a strategy to further adaptation, reduce vulnerability, enhance community resilience, and protect resources. Essex’s Climate Change Analyst, Niharika Bandaru, hosted the meeting and said the involvement of the Town and her team made the meeting go smoothly. “The end result of all these meetings, and organizing all of this, is so we can get an adaptation plan in place for Essex,” Bandaru said. “We basically went over a climate projection for the region, and, following that, we showed members of the community some recent weather events that have affected many.”
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Bandaru said many people in the region and in their community have been affected by the change in the weather and certain events in the last two years. “We know with the change in our weather system, families and residence have been affected by what the weather can do in such a Continued on Page 2
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Essex Climate Adaptation Team host first meeting... short amount of time,” Bandaru commented. “What’s been hardest on our residence were the constant rain storms that have caused big amounts of flooding.” Kim Verbeek, who is the Council
liaison member of this Committee, said she was happy to attend the meeting and all the other meetings in the future to help with the future of Essex. “I was very impressed to see how well it was put
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together,” Verbeek said. “Each member of the team knew what they wanted to say and was able to guide me and the other locals there in a direction of understanding what their plan was and how they were going to help with the ongoing climate change.” For more information on the Essex Climate Adaptation Team, go to essex.ca/ECAT.
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Essex MPP reflects on new provincial Liberal leadership File Photo
by Sylene Argent “It seems back to the future with the Liberal Party,” Essex MPP Taras Natyshak (NDP) commented after learning the Ontario Liberals recently voted former Liberal Cabinet Minister, Steven Del Duca, as its new provincial party leader. “If they were looking for renewal, this wasn’t the guy.” Natyshak said he has worked with Del Duca, the MPP of Vaughan between 2012 and 2018, as a back bencher and then when he became a Cabinet Minister. He held the positions of Ontario Minister of Transportation and Minister of Economic Growth and Development under former Premier Kathleen Wynne’s government. The Essex politician said Del Duca was underwhelming in his role of Minister of Transportation when it came to the widening of the Highway #3 file. Del Duca had visited the area in 2016 when he joined area dignitaries on a bus ride along Highway # 3 when he was the Minister of Transportation. The
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ride was an effort to show the province the dangers of driving the road and the need for the remaining stretch, from Essex to Leamington, to be widened from two-lanes to four-lanes. When he got off the bus tour, Del Duca said he could see issues with the road as there were a few white-knuckle instances on a Sunday morning. “I understand very clearly that the volumes on the highway would be dramatically higher during peak periods, but even today, we saw some examples of some drivers clearly impatient with, I guess, their progress on the highway itself,” he had said after that 2016 bus tour of the thoroughfare. Natyshak noted the region is still waiting for action on that file. When the Conservatives release its provincial budget in the near future, and in future roads plans, Natyshak will be looking for funding committed for the widening of Highway # 3. Last August, Caroline Mulroney, the MPP of York-Simcoe, who is serving as the Ontario Minister of Transportation, announced construction to widen Highway # 3 will begin in 2021. The project was said to entail the widening of the current two-lanes to four-lanes from Road 34 to Essex, in addition and the repaving of the portion of the remaining stretch to Leamington’s Highway 77. When the announcement was made, Natyshak had said, “It wasn’t the announcement I was looking for.” The local MPP also had concerns then as funding for the project did not shown up in last year’s budget. While campaigning with Liberal nomination in the most recent Federal Election, Audrey Festeryga, Del Duca visited the region. When he visited Essex during the Federal Election, Del Duca noted he wanted to run for Ontario Liberal Leadership because his mom and dad - immigrants from Scotland and Italy respectively chose to settle in Ontario because they had been told this was a place that provided all newcomers with opportunity. The greatest lesson they taught their children, it was noted in an email to the Essex Free Press from his office at the time of that visit, is that hard work and tenacity, mixed with real opportunity, is an absolutely unbeatable combination. Del Duca was the first candidate to register and pay the full $100,000 party leadership registration fee.
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Being responsible for what we put out in the world
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Often, reactions are our initial feeling, which may cause us to do or say something that we may either regret or may be out of character for us. In real life, it may be difficult to take a moment to pause and reflect on the situation before responding, but something has to be said for most of us trying to be on our best behaviour when others are watching our actions. Online, however, we can forget that others are paying just as much attention. Though, after reading an article or post online, we have all the time in the world to reflect before commenting, if we so choose to do. Some of us forget we have that option and type things for the world to see, that we may not ever say in public. Some of us, I think sometimes, treat social media as a journal and not an outlet to reach the rest of the world.
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Add your voice to Ontario Conservation Authorities consultations By Steve Brackenridge, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
In principle we all want the same thing – clean water and a healthy environment. Ontario is home to one of the most diverse natural landscapes and environments in the country. We’re fortunate to have an expanse of natural watercourses and wetlands that protect and sustain our ecosystems, provide wildlife habitat, manage floods and weather events, and so much more. The critical management of most of these areas falls to Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities that are governed by the Conservation Authorities Act. The Ontario government is conducting multistakeholder consultations to better define the core mandate of conservation authorities and their programs and services. As part of the consultations, the government has launched an online survey – open until March 13 – asking for input from stakeholders like Ontario farmers. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) encourages all our members to participate in the survey – available online at www.ontario.ca/form/survey-ontarioconservation-authorities – and share their perspectives on what programs conservation authorities should deliver. A French version of the survey is also available at www. ontario.ca/fr/page/consultation-offices-de-protection-dela-nature-de-lontario. There have been several initiatives to modernize conservation authorities in recent years, attempting to clearly define the mandatory and nonmandatory programs and services these groups should deliver. Many of OFA’s farm families live and farm in municipalities where conservation authorities exercise their mandate, including activities impacting farm businesses. OFA recently provided in-person and written input to
the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks as part of the multi-stakeholder consultations and review of the act. Here are highlights from OFA’s submission. Conservation authorities require secure funding. The imbalance of population between rural and urban areas often means that rural conservation authorities operate with minimal funding. The provincial government must ensure that all conservation authorities have the resources to fulfill their core mandates. We know that Ontario farmers are regularly frustrated with the inconsistencies between the 36 conservation authorities in offering stewardship programming and on the ground environmental enhancements. Much of this inconsistency stems from the imbalance of funding available to stewardship programming. Further challenges and inconsistencies come from differing interpretation of Section 28 and the provincial policy statement, policies for activities on farms and respect for the role farmers and their land play in providing ecological goods and services that benefit all Ontarians. Farmers are environmentalists. In addition to producing food, fibre and fuel, conservation authorities must recognize that agricultural land in Ontario provides a broad range of environmental ecological goods and services that are often overlooked. These include flood management, improved air quality, nutrient cycling, pollinator habitat, erosion control, and habitat for wildlife and species at risk. Terms within the act need to be clarified. There’s
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Three things you need to know about viruses (NC) Certain types of viruses can cause upper respiratory infections, which are acute illnesses that affect the nasal passages and throat. As we enter the peak of cold season, it’s more important than ever to understand what makes them so contagious, and how you can protect yourself. To help you steer clear of upper respiratory viruses, keep reading to learn more about the science and how to help prevent viruses from spreading. Viruses cause most upper respiratory infections, including the common cold The most common upper respiratory infection is the common cold. There are more than 200 strains of cold viruses, with rhinoviruses being the most prevalent. “Colds are the most common infectious disease in humans,” says Walid Shammas MD, VP scientific affairs, Avrio Health Canada. “Most adults experience two to three colds every year, and children can have even more.” Sore throats are often the first sign of an upper respiratory infection. While people often believe sore throats are a bacterial infection, over 85 percent of throat
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Add your voice to Ontario Conservation Authorities consultations
often confusion around the terms “watercourses” and “wetlands” within Section 28 of the act. OFA is asking the Ontario government to get on with the job of defining Section 28 terms, specifically “development activity,” “watercourse and wetlands,” “interference with a wetland” and “conservation of land.” We’re prepared to assist with this process ensuring the farm voice is at the table. Conservation authorities are established on a watershed basis, and, in many cases, Ontario farmers regularly engage with one or multiple conservation authorities as part of their farm operations. We strongly urge conservation authorities to engage with our county federations when developing new stewardship programs or amending existing ones. Currently, Ontario’s conservation authorities operate with a core mandate to prepare against natural hazards, manage conservation authority lands, and protect drinking water sources. OFA is advocating for Ontario farmers and their roles and responsibilities that fall within the act. We’re asking our members to add their voice to provide input through the online survey and
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infections are actually caused by viruses. Viruses spread in two main ways Upper respiratory viruses spread through the air when in close proximity to infected people. They also spread through contact with people or objects that have viruses present when followed by contact with the nose or mouth. “To avoid spreading and catching viruses, it’s important to avoid touching your face – especially the nose, mouth and eyes,” says Dr. Shammas. “Touching these areas can introduce the virus into your upper respiratory system.” Viruses can’t be treated with antibiotics Unlike bacterial infections, viruses cannot be treated by antibiotics. Instead, look for antibiotic-free products that are approved by Health Canada to help treat the viruses that can cause upper respiratory infections. Whether your upper respiratory infection is in the nose or throat, there are products available over the counter, including Betadine Cold Defence Nasal Spray and Sore Throat products, that are proven to help treat viral infections so you can feel better.
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OECTA holds another province-wide strike
by Sylene Argent On Thursday, the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) hosted a province-wide, full withdrawal of services on Thursday, March 5. One of the local picketing points was at Holy Name Catholic Elementary School. The OECTA was at the bargaining table with the province the day before and the day of the province-wide strike. The OECTA is continuing to fight for the outstanding issues highlighted previously, including keeping class sizes the same as they are currently and want to ensure there are no funding cuts to special education. On March 3, Liz Stuart, President of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association, issued a statement on catholicteachers.ca on the status of contract negotiations with the Ford government. In it, she notes, “Since well before Christmas, the OECTA Provincial Bargaining Team has informed the government that while we strongly object to their unconstitutional wage restraint legislation, and retain our fundamental right to challenge it through the courts, we
are prepared to accept the salary they have offered at the bargaining table, in order to bring stability and certainty into our schools for our students and parents. “Furthermore, we will work within the funding amount for health benefits the government has proposed at our table as recently as last week. In return, we have called on the government to do what they have always claimed they want to do, which is to put money back into classrooms. “This means Premier Ford must move away from his plan to increase class sizes, cut thousands of teaching positions, and eliminate tens of thousands of course options. He must move away from his plan to remove funding for supports for vulnerable students. And he must move away from his reckless scheme for mandatory e-learning, for which the government has absolutely no plans for implementation or how to support student success. In short, the government must reverse
their cuts to publicly funded education, and restore teacher staffing to the same level as in 201819,” Stuart stated. On March 5, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued a statement on Newsroom Ontario in response to continued strike action by OSSTF, OECTA, and AEFO. “I have offered all teachers’ union federations a fair and reasonable plan, which should pave the way to reaching a good deal that keeps students in class. “The government has consistently made reasonable moves effectively freezing class room sizes, a parental opt out for online learning, a commitment to fullday kindergarten, and one hundred percent investment in special education. “The time for a deal is now, I urge the unions to stop this disruptive escalation and return to the table to get a deal that is fair for parents, students, and educators.”
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Windsor Symphony Orchestra performs at Essex United Church
and we spend an hour connecting with different audience members in tandem with whatever community partner we have.” The orchestra played songs from classic composers, such as Mozart and Beethoven, along with a piece from the “Phantom of the Opera” and other classics chosen for their notability. “We are dedicated to connecting the people of Windsor/Essex through
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songwriter, Kalle Nissila. “This concert is part of our Neighbourhood Series Concert, where we as an organization find it important to partner with different organizations out in the community,” Daniel Wiley said, who is the Associate Conductor for the WSO. “One of the ways this manifests itself is we partner and put on concerts. For example, Essex United Church asks us to come out and play, we come out and play,
Obviously, this church is a lot more intimate than some of the different concert venues that we get. It’s important for us that way for sure.” As part of the concert, Nissila performed three of her own pieces, vocally keeping key and strumming an intricately simple string of nononsense notes on guitar alongside the orchestra.
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by Max de Liberato Enthusiasts of the arts gathered at Essex United Church this past Sunday to sample the musical works of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra. The third annual trip to Essex for the orchestra brought people from around the community together to enjoy an exposition of classical music. An extra treat offered at the event was a performance by a special guest performer, singer/
the power and passion of music,” Wiley said. “So, for us, this is really important because we get to go out into the community and connect with people who might not come down to Windsor and see a concert there. It’s the ability for us to share our passion for music and music making with the wider audience and in a different setting.
The first song had been a ballad she had come up with through what she had experienced when a friend had been going through difficulties with a bully: The song was titled, “Away from You.” Nissila, who gathered much praise from Wiley for her musical talent, is only aged 14. She has been playing guitar for two-years and singing for three. “We’re thrilled every time [the orchestra] agrees to come here and put on a concert,” Pearl Cunningham, an organizer of this event from Essex United Church, said. “We get great response from the community. They’re just fabulous. We’re very
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Lewis reflects on first five months as MP by Sylene Argent For nearly five months, Essex MP Chris Lewis has represented his Riding at the House of Commons, and has been getting introduced to the political landscape.
“It’s been a steep learning curve,” the recently elected politician said of learning about governance. “It has been activism by fire. I am completely honoured to serve the residents of Essex and fulfill my goal of
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happy to have them. “It’s a way to show people how much in the way of arts and music is in the community, that they can come to their local neighbourhood and see musicians of this caliber,” Cunningham said. “I think it’s positive for the town, positive for our Essex United Church, and positive for the community.” Cunningham said hosting the concert is a great way to see a wonderful symphony, accompanied with great acoustics in the church hall, for a low price. Cunningham said attending the concert is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. This symposium of the sounds attracted a crowd of approximately 200 people.
leaving the world a better place.” Being the Essex MP, and having the ability to represent local residents on many federal issues, is just another tool in the chest for Lewis to achieve that goal. With the support he has gotten from his family and supporters, “We have been fortunate and have hit the ground running.” Lewis has been a part of various caucuses already, which has given him the opportunity to understand how every region has its own issues and how they are facing them. Locally, hearing the recent announcement that FCA will lose its third shift, and 1500 jobs, is a big concern. As the Chairperson of the National Auto Caucus, Lewis has spoken to his federal counterparts and
Dave Cassidy, President of UNIFOR 444, to see how this situation an be looked at differently. He would like to come up with solutions, so instead of losing 1500 jobs, thousands jobs could be created. Windsor-Essex is the microcosm of Canada, Lewis said, because the area has it all. And because of that, there is no reason the area should not attract major investment. “There is way too much opportunity not to have an open dialogue,” he commented. With a global push to get rid of gas guzzlers, there will be a void to fill. He wants this region to be front and centre for new opportunity. “There is a lot of potential. We need to get all players together,” Lewis said, adding the area has such a great labour force and all the infrastructure, “to do something exciting.” Lewis said he comes to the table for discussions with no preconceived notions. He is excited to work with all levels of government and all
sectors. “Let’s bring them all together,” he said. Lewis is also the Deputy Shadow Minister for Canada/US Relations and Federal Economic Development Agency for
Southern Ontario and is on the Standing Committee for International Trade. He said his background in business, where he worked
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Lewis reflects on first five months as MP... in Canada and the US for 15-years, makes him a natural fit for that position. The Standing Committee for International Trade, Lewis said, just went through two weeks calling witnesses to the Hill to speak on CUSMA (or USMCA). He said it is not the best deal, but it is the best deal to keep the economy going. Lewis noted that there is $10B US left on the table for Canada, when comparing the bottom lines of economic impact from the former NAFTA deal and the new agreement. But, he added, there are a lot of pieces of the puzzle left over. Dairy, he said, was basically cut out of the agreement. Lewis said the Committee is still trying to work diligently to show supplements. Recently, Lewis toured Maryvale in Windsor, designed to improve the quality of life for youth and families experiencing mental health distress. He said what the facility is able to offer the young adults in
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that programming is remarkable. He said it will be a prority for him to get them more support for the great work being done. Locally, he is also working on shoreline protection and flooding affects, which are affecting farmers. He said he is working close with farmers to get them support. He is also working on the Gordie Howe Bridge with various trades to ensure everyone has the opportunity to work on the project. Looking forward, Lewis said he wants to continue to connect with residents and small businesses in this Riding. He urges anyone who would like to meet with him to reach out to his office. Last week, Lewis’s Essex constituency office was moved from the 316 Talbot Street North Plaza to the Victoria Wellness Plaza. He is now operating out of the former Essex Community Services office.
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Beautiful weather greets 2020 Maple Fest
Sawyer (3) and Nolan (5) try their hand with an old-fashioned crosscut saw.
Dad, Keegan, watches son, Caellum, try to keep his balance on a pair of stilts during Maple Fest.
by Adam Gault Clear skies greeted the throngs of families who descended upon the John R. Park Homestead living museum this past weekend as the 2020 Maple Fest was hosted. This is an annual celebration of the area’s heritage and all things sweet. For nearly 40-years, families from across the region and beyond have been drawn to the celebrated festival that
features costumed settler re-enactments of historical maple syrup production, blacksmithing, woodworking, crafts and games for the kids, a Backyard Maple Makers Contest, and, of course, a plethora of tasty maple infused treats for all to enjoy. “The interest and the attendance have been growing from year-toyear, and I think people want to get outside
and stretch their legs. Everybody’s really excited this time of year,” Essex Regional Conservation Authority (ERCA) Curator, Kris Ives, said. Starting in 2019, the event was extended into a two-day event to accommodate the high turnout, and cater to a wider variety of tastes with special theme days. Saturday’s theme was “Lumberjacks love Maple,” which featured axe throwing, along with a beard and moustache contest, followed by Sunday’s “Mmm Maple,” which featured a wider variety of maple
themed food samples, stirred and mold sugar demonstrations, and
the winner of the Best Backyard Maple Syrup [contest].”
Speaking to the continued popularity of the long-running event, Ives explained that for many, the weekend is a generational experience. Having come during the festival and field trips when they were young, some of the adult attendees now have an opportunity to share that experience with their own children. “It’s generational. Now, I find people coming, they’re bringing their kids in that three to seven range,” Ives explained. “And, of course, the theme, a lot of us love sugar and who doesn’t love maple? It’s the very best sugar of course.”
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Bill Jones 3-on-3 tournament comes to a close
Lee Jones stands before the rink at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. The annual Bill Jones 3-on-3 hockey tournament, which was started in 2002 as an annual memorial event for his dad, Bill, has come to an end.
by Sylene Argent After 18-years of success, organizers have decided to end the annual Bill Jones 3-on3 tournament on a high note. Since the puck dropped at the first tournament, held the former Essex Memorial Arena in 2002, the Bill Jones 3-on-3 tournament
has raised over $400,000, estimated one of the event’s organizers, Lee Jones. The annual tournament was implemented as a memorial event for Lee’s father, Bill, who was an avid volunteer. Bill passed away in April of 2001, and was heavily involved in senior baseball and was a past
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executive member with the Essex 73’s, going back to when it was in its infancy. He was also a life member and volunteer at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). Jamie McDermott, who was with the 73’s at the time as a coach, suggested a 3-on-3 tournament be held locally. He knew of an individual, who worked in the states, whose son played on hockey team across the boarder. That team created this type of tournament after a
teammate, and his dad, tragically passed away as a result of a car accident on their way home from a game where the son had scored the winning goal. McDermott was invited to the event, and brought Lee and a few other friends with him. Bill, McDermott explained, passed away around the same time as plans were underway for the local tournament. McDermott recalls telling Lee this tournament would be a great acknowledgement to his dad. The Bill Jones 3-on-3 Tournament offered three players an opportunity to play hockey for eight minutes. “We thought we would do it here,” Lee explained. “That first year, we had 20 teams
and raised $5000.” The proceeds were divided between the local minor baseball and hockey leagues. Fast forwarding to its final year, which took place in April of 2019 at the Essex Centre Sports Complex, the event attracted 72 teams – which were broken into divisions for males, females, youths, and adults – and raised $22,000 for local causes, Lee said. “It kind of, to us, took off in a hurry,” McDermott agreed. “As it caught on, between the novelty of it, and the way the Essex community is so giving and supporting, to see it evolved into over 70 teams was not really surprising to us.” “It was a great thing,” Lee said of the longstanding
tournament. “Everything went back into the community [to support] hockey, baseball, and people facing hardships.” While some of the funds supported local sports, Lee noted some of the proceeds went to support individuals needing a bit of assistance, like buying hospital parking passes for those undergoing cancer treatment and purchasing computers for students with financial hardships. McDermott, who ended up with heart complications, was one of the many individuals who benefited from the tournament. When he was in the hospital in Detroit, some of the proceeds from the tournament helped pay for wife to stay in hotel
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BREAULT, Marie (nee Gillett) - Passed away
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peacefully at Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens on March 1, 2020 at the age of 80. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Vince Breault (2015). Loving mother of Kim Morris (Keri), late Randy (2019), Lori Fraser, and Jennifer Woolner (Tim). Cherished Nana of Keri Morris (Lucy), Krista Henricks (Jeff ), Lindsay Fraser, Jesse Breault (Kelly), Mitchell Fraser, Jordin Breault, Riley Woolner, Camryn Woolner, Mckinnon Woolner, and great-Nana of Waylon, Emerson, and Paiten. Marie will be missed by many nieces and nephews especially Lynn Basili and Nancy Lee. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the nurses, staff, and Dr. Alexandra Gow at the Sun Parlor Home for all of their care and compassion for Marie. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Kidney Foundation. At Marie’s request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Marie’s life will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to SIMPLE CHOICE (Kingsville) 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www. simplechoicecremation.ca.
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WESTLAKE, Florence “Joanne” - Left us on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the age of 82 years, to be reunited with her husband, Robert, who just went home on September 2, 2019. Adored and loving Mom of Glenn (Laurie), Daniel (Gail), Margaret Koomans (Richard), and Mary Stewart (John). Adored Grandma of Tonya, Rob (Christy), Jason (Sherri), Amy, Nicole (Shawn), Justin (Tina), Danielle, Rachel (Dave), Jonathan, Matthew, Rebecca and her great-grandchildren, Elijah, Aaron, Kaitlyn, Emily, Alexander (Chloe), Dakota, Blake, Madison, Mikayla, Mitchel, Alyssa, Frances, Florence, and her great great grandson Ezra. Predeceased by her parents, Everett and Eleanor Teskey. Dearest sister of Alan Teskey (Sharon), Elaine Rutledge (Bill), and Lea-Anne Lee (Richard). Joanne was a faithful member of Essex Baptist Church since birth. She was a leader of the beginner Sunday School Department for many years, and then led the Golden Heirs until 2015. She dedicated her life to her family unconditionally and will be forever missed. The family would like to give thanks for the wonderful care Joanne received at Kingsville Chartwell “The Resort,” Erie Shores Healthcare, and especially Erie Shores Hospice. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday, March 6 and on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Essex Baptist Church, 71 Maidstone Ave. E. Essex until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Joanne’s life. Pastor Haynes and Pastor Lidstone officiated. Private interment Victoria Memorial Gardens Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made to Heart & Stroke Foundation or Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at: www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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- Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 4, 2020 at 69 years of age. Beloved wife of 50 years to Richard Chauvin. Dear mother of Christi Chauvin, Barnaby Chauvin, Stuart Chauvin and Adriana Chauvin. Treasured grandmother of Cooper Chauvin, Caileigh Chauvin, and Grace Chauvin. Sister of Lynn (Jim) Roberts and Jill (Mark) Market. Beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews. Cathy retired as a Manager from Woolco/Walmart with 31 years of dedicated service. She loved her flowers, home, and family. The visitation and life celebration was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Cremation followed. Donations may be made to Transition to Betterness or the Windsor/Essex Humane Society. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh. com. _________________________________________________________
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peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Iler Lodge in Essex just short of her 90th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Melvin (2000). Loving Mom of Pam Gibb (Ron), John Campbell (Cathy), Cindy Hutnik (Danny) and her little dog Tippy. Adored Grandma of Lindsay (Rob), Craig, Lisa (Matt), Tyler (Alyssa), Daniel (Melissa), Melissa (Joe), and Great Grandma of Ashton, Logan, Finley, Beau, Quinn, Tanner, Elliott Rose, Samantha, Paige, Claire and Noah. June and Mel loved traveling and camping with family and friends, as well as having fun with the grandchildren and their many activities. The family would like to give thanks to the staff at Iler for their compassionate care. In following June’s wishes, a private family graveside service will take place. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Windsor Essex County by contacting Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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St. Luke led by Major Jim. The next Lenten Ministerial Worship Service is on Wednesday, March 18 at Essex United Church at noon and is led by Deacon Gary Flewelling. Lunch follows the service. The Salvation Army Foodbank is located in the basement of the church at 26 Talbot Street. For information, call Vicki at 519-776-4628.
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service. Stay after for refreshments and fellowship. We will have a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17th at SA Connections from 10-1. Join us as we welcome Jamieson McNeil, who will entertain us with Highland Dancing. Lunch follows at noon. At 1p.m. we will continue our Bible Study of The Gospel of
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Come join us for Sunday Service at 11:15 am. Rev. Carl will lead the service. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Ed Reeb. Art and Gayle Mitchell will greet you at the door. Please note, that there will be no Sunday School this Sunday. Enjoy the March Break. Please Pray for everyone on our Prayer List. Essex Ministerial Lenten Service Series: Wednesday March 18 “ At the name of Jesus all knees shall bow” at Essex United Church with Deacon Gary Flewelling presiding. Services begin at noon. A light lunch follows the service, freewill offering gratefully received. All are Welcome. Dance/Games Night in on Saturday, March 21 at 7pm. We are going back to the ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s. The music and games are from those great three decades. If you want to dress up to match the decades, you can. Attendance is free. If you would like to bring in dessert to share, you can. Coffee and tea will be available. Everyone is welcome to celebrate those great three decades with us. Coffee and Conversations: Thursday at 10am. Come in and have a cup of coffee or tea and join in the conversation.
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MARCH 13 ST PADDY’S DAY BINGO at Bethel Maidstone At 7:00pm - wear green !
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MARCH 14 EKBOFMA PRESENT LORRAINE JORDAN & CAROLINA ROAD IN CONCERT - At 7pm, at McGregor Columbia Club, 9560 Walker Rd. For info: 519-975-2792.
Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. Preschool Playtime has resumed on Thursdays from 9:30am - 12noon. Caregivers and kids 0-4 are invited to drop in. The next Bingo night is Friday, March 13 at 7pm in the church hall. All welcome, fun for all ages. Please remember your donation for the Essex Food Bank. The third Sunday of the month will now become “Food Bank Sunday.” Please bring your canned goods and or donations. There will be no nursing home services until further notice. How does a Grub, Gab, and Games Night sound? It will take place on Saturday, April 4 in the church hall, with dinner served at 6pm. The menu will be pulled pork and a salad bar. Signup sheet is posted in the hall and it’s important that we know numbers for dinner. Bring a game, join a game, or sit
MARCH 14 KINGSVILLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY’S SEEDY SATURDAY - 10am 3pm at the UNICO Centre, Kingsville. KidsZone, vendors, seed exchange, & more. MARCH 14 SEEDY SATURDAY - 11am - 2pm at Essex Retirees’ Social Club. MARCH 25 ESSEX COUNTY FARM SAFETY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING - From 4:30 - 7:00pm Willow Room Colasanti’s. For more info, call Mary: 519-776-7476. MARCH 25 ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING - Essex Retirees Centre at 7:30pm. Speaker Dan Bissonette speaks on native plants & silent auction. MARCH 28 BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC MARCH GENERAL MEETING - At 1pm at Unico Community Centre, 37 Beech St, Kingsville. Guest Speaker - Cris Kohl
APRIL 4 - Redeemer Pasta Dinner from 4:00-7:00pm. APRIL 14 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave. W. From 2-7pm. For info: www.blood.ca
and chat. More details next week! Remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like a name added to the Prayer List, please add it to the list. Please remember your toonie for the Downtown Mission can. It is located on the table in the entry. Thanks for caring and sharing. You can find us on the web at www. bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca.
Our doors are open to all for Family Worship on Sunday, March 15, at 10am. Phil Hernandez will bring the message. All are welcome. The next Lenten Ministerial Worship Service is at Essex United Church on Wednesday, March 18 at 12noon. Deacon Gary Flewelling will bring the message. A free-will lunch will follow. Everyone is welcome. Our 144th anniversary will be celebrated with a church supper on Saturday, March 21 at 6pm. The celebration will continue on Sunday, March 22 when Peter Baker brings the message. Come and celebrate with us. Please remember in prayer the many shut-ins, and those in nursing homes.
Holy Name of Jesus Church COR that takes place on March 27-29. Registration forms are at the Info Table. Steubenville takes place on June 26-28 for high school-age youth. Registration forms are found at each entrance. The Squires Yard Sale takes place on Saturday, April 5th in the parish hall. Next Fish Fry is on Friday, March 13th from 4:30 - 7p.m. Tickets at the door. The CWL is collecting toiletries for the homeless during Lent. Choir members are needed for funeral
Masses. No experience is necessary. Please contact Lauretta at: 519-7766236. Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes, cancelled stamps and leftover eyeglasses at the designated file drawers at the Info table.
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On Sunday, March 22 - Soup for the Soul Sunday from 10:00am - 1:00pm On Saturday, April 4 - Redeemer Pasta Dinner from 4:00-7:00pm. St. Stephen has meat pies still available. Contact Marion at: 519-2571945. Redeemer’s Sweetie Pies -frozen fruit pies are available - Contact Amy: 519919-0094. The Anglican Church Women Annual Meeting & Conference is at St. Paul’s Cathedral London on Saturday, April 25 - 9am.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church Essex Ministerial Lenten Worship Series 2020: March 18th: “At the name of Jesus all knees shall bow” at Essex United Church. All services begin at noon followed by a light lunch. Thrive Game Night - Sunday, March 22nd at 5pm at St Paul’s Church. All are welcome at any of our services or events. Regular Sunday Services are as follows: Weekly 11am BAS Eucharist Service & Sunday School. 2nd Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service. Visit us online at: www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page. Phone: 519-776-7711. Email: office@ stpaulstrinity.org. Located at 92 St. Paul Street, in Essex.
Harrow United Church
United Church! Please join us this Sunday at 10:30am for our Worship Service, which also includes Sunday School for our youth along with a well supervised Nursery. “Coffee and Conversation” follow each service in the Lower Hall. 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.
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Sunday morning service begins at 10am. Come and join us! The Awaken Conference is from March 19th-21st. Online registration is now open. For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed!
Trinity Church
We continue to pray for those on our prayer list. The Sanctuary Lamp burns in memory of Hilda & Verdun Layson, given by Larry & Brenda Layson & family. If you would like to donate flowers in memory of loved ones for Easter, please give your donation to Pat Jackson. Looking ahead, we will have our Spring Smorgasbord on Saturday, April 25 from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Great food and fellowship! Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome! Essex
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Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Continued from Page 19 most peppers and Cecile Mulhal had low score. Gary West had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. George Diesbourg had the most peppers and Dave Timmerman had low score. Pauline Olafson had high score at Thursday night Bridge and Margaret Crawley came in second place.
Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
Join us on Sunday morning for our Lenten Morning Worship Service beginning at 10am with Mr. Jerry Roukema from London, ON. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Make plans to stay for a cup of tea or coffee in our Fellowship hall. No GEMS or Cadets due to the March break. The group will meet again the following week.
Lenten Card Parties are held every Sunday at 7p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. All are welcome to join in. The winners from March 8th were: first place Irene Darowski, second place Elmer Quinlan, third place Dave McMurren, fourth place David Sylvester, and lowest tally Fran Rauth. The Sandwich South Historical Society is having a fundraising dinner at A-1 Restaurant on Monday, March 30th. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in and in Hospice.
Essex United Church Worship Service is on Sunday, March 8 at 10:30am – Everyone is welcome! For the month of March, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank. The Windsor Symphony Orchestra Concert is on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 1p.m. at Essex United Church. For information, call the church office at: 519-776-5121.
Card player winners for the week of March 2nd - 6th: Monday Euchre - Charlie Chevalier, Jean Matalik, Irene Gignac, Dave Sylvester, Bernice Price, and George Diesbourg. Wednesday Pepper - Janece McLaughlin, Betty West, Helene Manley, Theresa Rivait, Janette Chevalier, and Gary West. Friday night Euchre - Irene Gignac, Bernice Price, Joanne McMurren, Adrian Diesbourg, Dave McMurren, and Charlie Chevalier. For Club information, call Claire at: 519-723-4694.
Golden Year’s Golf Report
A good turnout of 51 golfers resulted in 78 aces last Thursday. Leading the charge, carding six hole-in-one scores, was Ron Fick. Bill Ward was at the top of the leader board, over 9 holes of golf, with a score of 16. Ward took that momentum and carded the best score of 18 holes (33) and over 36 holes (73). In team play, Team 17 (Lloyd Symons, Tom Sasso, Bryon Walker) took first place, with a a combined score of 214. Team 06 (Laurie Hylton, Bill Mayville, Dave Labonte) took second and Team 09 (Bill Storie, Jack Gisi, Al Christie) placed third.
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Bill Jones 3-on-3 tournament comes to a close... Continued from Page 13
1935 Hudson Eight built in Tilbury
Carl Oliver’s magnificent 1935 Hudson Special Eight sedan.
Robert Whitmore (now in Calgary) was living in Toronto in 1960 when he purchased a rust free 1935 Hudson Eight sedan for $75. “It had chromed extended horns at the front, a chrome-bar foot rest on the rear floor, and pull-down window shades,” recalls Robert. “I still have the original Owner’s Manual which says ‘Hudson Motors of Canada, Tilbury, Ontario.’” One of its unique features was the Electric Hand which assisted in shifting gears, a big step toward automatic transmissions later on. The man selling the Hudson in 1960 said a Toronto stock broker was the original owner. Soon after buying it, the car was in an accident and a child was killed. The owner never drove the car again. Robert and his brother got it running but had to sell it two years later because they lost storage for it. By 1970 it was on a classic car lot run by Duncan Showler in St. Catharines, where a teacher from Grand Valley near Orangeville bought it. He sold it in 1976 to Carl Oliver, now of Holland Landing, Ontario. Carl has given the car a total restoration spanning many years and the car today is just like new. Carl recently contacted me to ask if I could find out the name of the Hudson dealer in Toronto that sold the car new. I contacted Toronto Sun columnist Mike Filey for help. He sent me an ad for Hudson from the Toronto Star in January 1935 with names and addresses of all Hudson dealers in Toronto at that time. We can’t say for sure which Hudson dealership sold Carl’s Hudson to its original owner, but here’s a good guess. Being a stock broker, the original owner probably worked on Bay Street in the centre of Toronto’s financial district. The Hudson-Essex York dealership at 1221 Bay Street (just north of Bloor) was the biggest Hudson dealer in Toronto in 1935. Heading home after a busy day on the stock market, the original owner may have seen his car in the showroom as he drove by. It’s easy to imagine him turning around and going back for a closer look and buying it! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca.
near the hospital. Jones gave a lot of credit to Dave Kigar, Marcello Mastroianni, and Joe Grondin for their commitment to the annual 3-on-3 tournament, whose contributions certainly ensured the annual event lasted 18 seasons. These individuals, took the torch and ensured the event continued for as long as it did. “And, it kept getting bigger,” Less said of the evolution of the annual tourney. He was also grateful to the countless volunteers, who dedicated their time every year. On average, 50 volunteers pulled together to make the tournament happen annually. Liability, Lee said, was the biggest reason the tournament has concluded. “It was a lot of work [to host the tournament],” Lee said. “But it was just for the community and that’s what my dad was about.” “It is unfortunate it has to end,” McDermott added. “But, I am thankful for those who helped out over the years. It has been a great event.”
Lee said he also could not say enough about the support his brother, Bill JR, sister, Deb, and mom, Wonda, showed the event, in addition to his wife, Karen, and sons Riley, Brendan, and Mackie. A special moment for Lee’s family was when all three of his sons’ teams won their respective divisions, in their grandfather’s tournament, one year. “The volunteers and sponsorships were unbelievable because they knew where the money was going,” Less said, adding that there is some money remaining in a reserve from the tournament, which will be used to support future programs. “It has a great run. I think he [Bill] is pretty happy with what we’ve done. We had people play in the tournament as kids, who ended up in the NHL,” Lee added. Lee continued that the tournament, for some, was a homecoming for many, who used the opportunity to visit with old friends. “But, everything has to come to an end.”
Maidstone and Essex got game submitted to EFP The 2020 Knights Of Columbus Regional Free Throw Championship was held last Sunday in Belle River. Competitor Lillia Raposo, from St. Mary’s, won second place in a tough field of competitors from as far away as West Lorne. Other Maidstone council (#9226) shooters, Piper Crawford and sister Allie Crawford, earned first place, and became 2020 Regional Champions. Essex council (#3305) also produced two Regional Champions this year, Caleb Klassen and Madison Shanahan. It was a very strong showing for our area, and the scores of our Champions will be forwarded for National consideration. Scores across
the Province will be compared, and the winners should be notified within a few weeks. The participants District and Council scores may be used to break ties. Congratulations to all the brave young athletes in Maidstone and Essex who participated at any level. Please come give it a throw again next year !
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73’s season ends after dropping Game 5 to Lakeshore
Photo by Laurie Beaten: Everett Parent celebrates a goal during Game 5 of the PJHL Stobbs Division semi-finals on March 6. The 73’s would lose the game 4-3 and the series 4-1.
by Garrett Fodor On March 3, the Essex 73’s returned home for Game four in the best-ofseven series against the Lakeshore Canadiens. The Canadiens entered the game, coming off a 4-1 win the Sunday prior, and was looking to grab a 3-1 series lead heading back home. The 73’s players were quick to show no love-loss for their rivals, finishing their hits, but also taking numerous penalties, which would be a theme throughout the game. The first goal of the game came on the man-advantage as Canadiens’ Captain,
Ameen Fadel, banged home a rebound and by 73’s goalminder, Jax D’Hondt, to give Lakeshore a 1-0 lead heading into the intermission. In the second period, the Canadiens’ offense continued to fire on all cylinders. Setting the tempo, the 73’s spent much of the time playing chase in their own end. The Canadiens beat D’Hondt twice in the second period on 17-shots, to make the lead 3-0 heading into the intermission. While the 73’s were scoreless heading into the third period, the team had 14 shots through
Photo by Laurie Beaten: Graduating defenseman, Bryce O’Brien, talks to former teammate, Parker Jacques, in the handshake line, following Essex’s elimination from the PJHL Stobbs Division playoffs.
40 minutes. The teams exchanged powerplay goals in the third period, but the 73’s were unable to beat Romano Liburdi again. As the 73’s fell 4-1 in Game 4, the final shots were 33-27. The Canadiens were 2-for7 on the powerplay, while Essex was 1-for-4. Entering Game 5 on March 6, the Essex 73’s trailed 3-1 in their series against the first seeded Lakeshore Canadiens and were looking to stay alive. After the opening
faceoff, the 73’s were quick to show they were in do-or-die mode. The team came out with a new tempo that wasn’t seen Tuesday night. While being physical, they also were generating offensive zone chances and making crisp passes through the Lakeshore defence. As a result, Canadiens’ goalie, Matt Tovell, was tested early and often. The 73’s fired 13 shots his way, and found the twine twice. Everett Parent snuck a shot five-hole and Conor Dembinski fooled him with a wrap around. Skating into the
intermission, the 73’s were up 2-0, as Jax D’Hondt turned aside all eight shots he faced. In the second period, Lakeshore began to tighten up, making it harder for Essex to complete passes and, in return, spent much of the period with the puck. Dylan Bradley blasted a shot by D’Hondt to put Lakeshore on the board. Shots after 40-minutes were 24-16, in favour of Essex. The third period was tense as throughout the game, the 1,000 fans in attendance nervously watched as their respective
teams’ goalie made several 10 bell saves. The teams exchanged goals in the opening minutes, and midway through the period, the game was tied at three. Despite a last second breakaway by Bryce Ryan, who was unable to find the back of the net, Game 5 was set for overtime. In overtime, just over five-minutes in, Lakeshore forward, Blake Bain, capitalized on a tired 73’s line, when he banged a shot by D’Hondt to end the 73’s night and season. Final shots in the contest were 32-27, in favour of Essex. The entire 73’s organization would like to thank the fans, community, and sponsors for their continued support on and off the ice. Without it, this wouldn’t be possible. The organization would also like thank and congratulate graduating players: Josh PopeFerguson, Bryce O’Brien, Connor Meyerink, and Riley Meyerink on their respective junior hockey careers.
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Harrow Fair Crafters’ Weekend provides 49 quilts to Banar’s Sick Kids Campaign
by Sylene Argent Local entrepreneur, Andrew Banar, was born with Down Syndrome, and with that came a lot of health complications when he was younger. As someone who knows what it is like to be sick, Banar enjoys providing a little bit of comfort to youth experiencing time in the hospital. When Banar began his own business, Group Hug On Saturday, Vicky Lucier, one of the individuals involved with the Harrow Fair Apparel – which sells Crafters’ Weekend, presented Andrew Banar, of Group Hug Apparel, with the 49 quilts her the notable “Rock On” group made for Banar’s sick kids campaign. t-shirts, he made it his mission to give back to the the bi-yearly Harrow Fair Crafters’ Weekend took place, community that supported him in his mission. and, “We challenged the ladies to make a quilt per year,” One of the charitable works Banar enjoys most is Vicky Lucier said, who is involved with the crafting supporting youths, and their families, as they endure group. stays in the hospital. For years, Banar has sent hundreds As a result, three groups and 13 individuals created 49 of items to sick kids to bring comfort to the youths comfort quilts for Banar to hand out to those who could undergoing treatment or testing. benefit from them. One of the items he Lucier was pleased with the number of quilts the group loves to provide sick kids, was able to donate and noted they will have another are comfort quilts. Down collection at their next meeting in November. She hopes to his last one last October, the next collection will be just as successful. Banar took to social Banar was pleased to receive the quilts on media to reach out to his Saturday at the Colchester South and Harrow supporters to see if anyone Agricultural Society building, during the March installment had anything to donate. of the bi-yearly Harrow Fair Crafters’ Weekend. The following month,