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Vol. 137

Thursday, March 2, 2017

Issue No. 8

EDHS hosts mental health/volunteer fair

Essex Council Notes

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EDHS Student Success Teacher, Angela Lindsay, and student event organizer, Hailey Toth, present Jenny-Lee Almeida, Mental Health Educator with the local branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association, with the proceeds raised during the school’s recent Mental Health Week, nearly $208. The donation was made last Thursday afternoon during the annual Mental Health and Volunteer Fair.

by Sylene Argent Students involved with the Physical Education Leadership Class at Essex District High School made it easier for student peers to connect with various organizations on Thursday afternoon as they hosted the annual Mental Health and Volunteer Fair. Organizing student Hailey Toth explained around 30 local organizations set up booths nearing the school cafeteria to connect with interested students during

the annual fair. Students also had the option to pick up a few brochures to learn more about volunteer opportunities or services provided. The fair, the graded 12 student said, is a great way to show the students at EDHS where there could find help if they need it. It also introduced them to a few organizations for which they could volunteer. Some of the organizations represented onsite included the Canadian Cancer Society,

Community Living Essex County, the WindsorEssex County Humane Society, and ACCESS County Community Support Services. “We had a really good turnout,” Toth said. “There were a lot of students walking around the fair.” In the recent past, the physical education leadership students also hosted a Mental Health Week. The students raised funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association through baked sales and a

hat day. During the fair, Angela Lindsay, Student Success Teacher, and Toth presented JennyLee Almeida, Mental Health Educator, with the proceeds raised, nearly $208. Almeida was excited to receive the unexpected donation. She noted the funds would go towards the association’s Sole Focus Project. This campaign, she noted, was implemented to raise funds to allow the association to raise half-

a-million dollars over its three years of operation to offer free education sessions that would focus on subjects like suicide prevention. She noted that education and training are not fully funded through the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Donations will allow the association to increase the number of training sessions on mental illness, suicide prevention, and workplace wellness, and provide greater outreach within the community though attending health fairs. So far, Almeida said, through partners, the Canadian Mental Health Association was able to raise $110,000. Part of the campaign has donators take photos with blue soles; the colour representing mental health awareness and removing the stigma around it, she said. Literature on the project notes one in individuals will five experience a mental illness during their lifetime. Lindsay added that in the 17-years she has been an educator, she has noticed there is more need now for mental health awareness.

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Milo Johnson’s new book is about early black settlers to Colchester by Sylene Argent Milo Johnson taught at Maplewood Public School for 31 years, and his most recent endeavour will allowed him to continue with his passion of passing along knowledge to others. Currently, Johnson a Harrow resident, is in the editing stage, and looking forward to completing, his historical book, “New Canaan Freedom Land: The Blacks of Colchester Township.” He talked about this piece of writing with the members of the Harrow Early Immigrant Research Society (HEIRS) last Thursday afternoon. “It’s all about all of the freedomseekers who came from the US and settled in Colchester Township,” Johnson said. Through the book, Johnson chronicles stories of this movement from 1800 to

1950, though, he said, the majority of the book focuses on 1800-1880. A story he found interesting was that of man named Gabriel Timberlake, who escaped slavery in the US. He was caught in the middle of the night and brought to court. But, the story goes that the judge was secretly an abolitionist and decided against the slave-catcher, Johnson said. Upon reaching Colchester, Timberlake changed his name to James. Johnson became interested in the topic after discussing genealogy with his cousin, Dr. Bryan Walls, current proprietor of the John Freeman Walls Underground Railroad Museum in Maidstone. Several years ago, Johnson explained, Walls and another cousin conducted some research on their family

tree. Johnson said he took their findings and expanded upon them to include his dad’s side of his family tree. As a result, he wrote a book titled, “Grayer Family Genealogy.” Johnson had a lot of information after writing his book and continued to search for more information. Through his research, he discovered a lot about early settlers of the Colchester area

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and then came across a book at HEIRS called, “The Early Settler of Essex County.” That book was written in 1910, but he did not find any black history in the book. So, Johnson thought he would write a book to balance out the history. He hopes the book will be available in September. It will be available through HEIRS, which is located at the Harrow Arena.

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Essex Council Notes for Tuesday, February 21

Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter and Mayor Ron McDermott congratulate town staﬀ member Shelley Brown (centre) for her successful completion of the Municipal Law Program Unit 2 with a grade of 100 percent. Council received the correspondence from the Board of Directors of the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario.

by Sylene Argent Essex Centre Streetlight Replacement Project Essex Council moved to consider the Essex Centre Streetlight Replacement Project during the deliberations for the 2017-2021 Financial Plan. Council first heard this report at the January Essex Council meeting. There are 57 silver and one wooden streetlight/ utility poles along Talbot Street, between Fairview and Maidstone Avenues. The silver poles are 65-years old and require monitoring to sustain structural integrity. Between Victoria and Arthur, there are 33 steel black painted decorative poles with

top mounted decorative mercury vapour lights in glass fixtures, the report to Council noted. The black poles were recently repaired and repainted. Essex Policy Planner Jeff Watson added in the report that all of the existing streetlight and utility poles in this boundary are proposed to be removed and replaced with new decorative poles and LED lights, which the report claims are more energy efficient and reliable. Most overhead wiring providing service to the existing lights is proposed to be replaced with underground electrical facilities. In the report, Watson noted replacement of the poles could take place in two or three phases. In a

two-phase program, the silver poles and lighting replacement is expected to cost $885,000, which includes underground electrical services, future lighting for the Heritage Gardens Park, two banner poles near the Fairview intersection, and the replacement of the street name signage at the intersections with Talbot Street.

The second phase would replace the black poles from Victoria to Arthur, with the substitution of LED lighting in place of the mercury vapour lighting, while utilizing the existing light fixtures for an estimated cost of $218,000. Another option, would be to fit LED modules into the existing light fixtures on black poles at a cost of $16,000. During the meeting, Watson described the design and noted the poles have arms for signs or baskets to avoid using bands. “It’s a big improvement,” Watson said, adding they will create a more small-town atmosphere. It would have a similar look to the poles now, but would have a better design.

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• What to do with the old schoolhouse

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As the Municipality of Essex is celebrating Colchester’s 225th anniversary this year, Councillor Larry Snively again brought up discussion regarding the Townowned Colchester Schoolhouse property during the Council meeting held on Tuesday, February 21. He has brought up this topic quiet a few times recently. He asked, with Council support, that administration come back with a report with options to move the schoolhouse from its current property as he cannot see Council spending more money on the project as it is not being utilized. He would like the property to be used for parking, and possibly sell part of the land in lots. At the March 21, 2016 meeting, Council learned Essex has spent $510,745.68 on the property/ schoolhouse. The estimated value of the Schoolhouse was appraised at $180,000. During a special council meeting held on April 11, 2016, Administration was directed to investigate options on what could be done with the property. Rita Jabbour, who is now the Assistant Planner and Town liaison on the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee, had explained the schoolhouse has important heritage significance and ties in well with the area. At this meeting, Council would move to list the schoolhouse as having heritage value. It is not designated. The schoolhouse was built in 1881 and additions were made to the

property in 1951 and 1956. Jabbour was clear at the meeting, not every value can be measured in numbers, and that the schoolhouse has significant value as a heritage site. I have to agree with Rita. Not everything can be judged by a numerical value. Einstein is quoted as having said, “Everybody is a Genius. But, if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” I think this quote is relevant to this topic as it notes everyone is smart in his or her own way; we all have unique talents and skills. And, thank goodness for that. If we all had the same skills or thought the same way, our species would have become extinct long ago. Similarity, not all municipal properties can be compared in value as it relates to dollars and cents. In the Colchester Schoolhouse’s case, the value is the knowledge gained of that area’s history and the role it played in the community, not in a dollar figure. We need a plan on how to utilize it, I agree with that. The sooner we can come up with a great plan, potentially with community partners, the better. Further, we need to promote it, as loudly as we possibly can. People want to visit new places to learn about history and culture. There is a lot of potential at the Schoolhouse that is located close by to our hidden gem, the Colchester Harbour, to bring people to the area, as the Town is

trying to do. Want to talk about a great location? The Schoolhouse has it. It is also a short drive from the John R. Park Homestead, a living museum that celebrates the lives of a local family who lived in the same time frame as when the Colchester Schoolhouse was operational. It has been noted that the shots fired from the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812 were heard from a homestead located basically down the street from the Schoolhouse. That is our culture. That is our past. As we try to lure people to the southern part of our municipality to enjoy the history, beautiful scenery, and wineries, let’s give them another reason to visit. The more we have to offer, the more likely people will come and experience what it unique to our area. I would love for the Town to come up with a really unique use for the Schoolhouse and promote it for its new function and as a way to teach about its, and the area’s, unique and rich history. Heritage is a thick fabric in the tapestry of a community’s identity. It is what makes each place unique. That is the lure that brings people in, that is what delivers an experience worth having.

Clarification: In the article, “St. Pierre cabin won’t be moved,” published in the February 16 edition of the Essex Free Press, it notes, “they had managed to come up with $13,000.” This amount was pledged to the project, not collected.

Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Our language lunacy Last week I sent heteronyms, which I stated were words spelled alike with different pronunciations. This week I meant to discuss homographs, which are words spelled alike with different meanings. As I look through the submissions from my friend, I see there is a fine line between the two and I think I mixed them last week. Here are suggestions. If a teacher taught does a preacher fraught? A house can burn up as it burns down. A wise man is the opposite of a wise guy. We ship

things by truck and send cargo by ship. If vegetarians eat only vegetables what do humanitarians eat? How come we drive on a parkway, but we park on a driveway? There is more, but that should be enough to make you laugh. Oh yes, were you ever asked what is black and white and read (red) all over? We hope it is this newspaper. And, does news mean it is from north, east, west, and south?

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Essex Council Notes... Area of the Colchester Centre Secondary Plan of the Town of Essex Official Plan for public consideration. Council directed The Planning Department to look into this matter at the January Meeting. The report to Council on the issue noted that Essex and Harrow Centres have CIP programs, which is a municipal grant program to aid businesses in the predetermined boundary to implement improvements, including to the façade. The report highlighted the steps that would need to take place in order to establish a CIP project area and program. This would include getting public input, sending a notice of intention to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MMA) and the Manager of Planning Services for the County (CMPS), circulate a justification report and draft CIP to MMA and the CMPS for comment. Once formally approved by Council, it must be authorized by the CMPS. If Council chooses to establish a CIP project area in Colchester, Watson suggested, in the report, that the boundaries should be based on the locations of existing commercial uses and to potential areas suitable for new commercial development and compatible complementary land use activities.

Official Plan Review Part 2 Council moved to allow the Planning Department to initiate public circulation and agency notification in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act regarding the update of the Town of Essex Official Plan as part of the mandatory five-year review. Policy Planner Jeff Watson explained this is the second part of a three-part project. The first mainly handled descriptive changes, which Council approved

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in December. The second part of the Official Plan review introduces new policies or updates current policies to bring the Plan more in line with the new County of Essex Official Plan, Town initiatives, and more recent Provincial mandates. Natural heritage areas and natural environment processes will be dealt with in Part Three. Rental at Colchester Beach Council approved Administration’s recommendation to rent space at the west portion of the Colchester Beach from May 1 to September 30 to allow for the offering of water equipment rentals to Summer Wave Rentals. A tent will be installed for the practice.

money on it. He wants to see a report come back from administration to see how much it would cost to move the building. The Town has spent around $550,000 on it, and it is not being utilized. He thought the property could be used for parking and perhaps two or three lots could be sold at the north-end of the property. Council would support having administration look at costs of moving the schoolhouse, which was built in 1881. Councillor Randy Voakes said if anyone would be interested in the Schoolhouse building, they should assume the cost to move the building. He said there is no immediate action plan for the building.

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Lease Renewal for Skate Sharpening and Pro Shop Council approved renewing the lease with Essex Sports Equipment Limited for the management and operation of a skate sharpening and pro shop at the Essex Centre Sports Complex for an additional five years, and gave first and second reading to Bylaw 1582. The third reading and adoption of the bylaw will take place at a subsequent Council meeting. Colchester Schoolhouse Councillor Larry Snively brought up discussion again on the Colchester Schoolhouse, which the Town owns. He said he can’t see the Town spending more

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Essex Council notes... Deputy-Mayor Richard Meloche said in past discussions it has been noted the building cannot be moved, it is either demolish it or continue on with it. Some money has gone into repairing it. “We’ve gone slowly with it, but there are potential uses for the building,” he said, adding the schoolhouse is part of the area’s heritage. He is opposed to having it moved, but was open to having discussion on the costs. Councillor Sherry

Bondy said she wants to see the building utilized and does not want to sink a lot of funds into it. She would like the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee to comment on it. On March 6, a special Council meeting will be hosted to discuss the importance of preserving built and cultural heritage within the Town. Harrow High School Councillor Snively also brought up the sale of Harrow High School. He said he is against the

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Town potential purchase of the property. He is concerned that the Town does not have enough money to balance the budget, but is potentially looking at the school without a plan for its use. The Town has sent the GECDSB a letter of interest when it announced the property would be put up for sale. Councillor Sherry Bondy said what needs to be thought about is if the school is lost, what does that mean. She said that could mean losing a ball diamond, maybe losing access to other amenities. If the land was lost, what would happen to the Harrow Fair, she asked. “We are just investigating,” she said. Councillor Randy Voakes said he agrees with Snively that the town should not invest in that school.

CAO Tracey PillonAbbs explained in December, Council prepared a report for Council for the expression of interest on the property. The municipality is low on the priority list, she noted, for the sale of the school. After the deadline for the expressions of interest, the Town will have a better idea of where it sits on that list. Once the appraisal is complete, administration will prepare another report with that price with long-term and shortterm plans. She added that if the direction from Council at that time is to put in an offer, and if the town was successful, the Town would then reach out to the community to see who would be interested in partnering.

Notice of Motion for procedure At the February 6 regular Council meeting, Councillor Randy Voakes put a Notice of Motion forward that administration be instructed to review the current process used to request New Business items for regular Council meeting agendas and to come back with a report. At Monday’s meeting, Voakes put a different motion forward that Councillors have opportunity to place New Business items on the agenda with a ten-minute limit. He later removed this motion for the one made at the February 6 meeting.

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Mayor Ron McDermott said the Town has policies in place. He said the Mayor can remove items from the agenda if they do not meet the criteria or should be dealt with through administration. Councillor Sherry Bondy said perhaps there is a way to meet in the middle, maybe Councillors could make announcements on issues they are working on. To the motion that administration come back with a report on the matter, in a recorded vote, only Mayor Ron McDermott was opposed. Councillors Bondy, Voakes, and Larry Snively, and Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche were in favour.

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Essex is growing as potential is huge by Fred Groves It seems as though the potential for growth in the Town of Essex is limitless. Recent StatsCan numbers show that between 2011 and 2016, population and the number of dwellings has increased in the Town of Essex. Last year, the number of residents reached 20,427, up from 19,600 five years previous, to account for a 4.2 percent increase. There are now 8,694 houses, up from 8,080 five in 2011. “Our development is still very modest. The big issue is what is the land availability elsewhere,” Essex Policy Planner Jeff Watson said. The 2016 statistics are a positive for the town. In 2011, residential growth had a drop of 2.2 percent compared to the rest of the nation, which was up 5.9 percent. In 2006, Essex’s population was at 20,032, and five years before that, 20,085. Watson said that there is a lot of room for expansion as neighbouring communities are running out of room to grow. “A lot of areas like LaSalle are becoming expensive and filling up,” he said. As far as the cost of building in Essex is concerned, Watson noted that developmental fees have been cut in half, to $4,500, for a residential lot in Harrow Centre. “It’s a real problem, we are still trying to get people interested in Harrow,” Watson commented. Essex Centre continues to be the fastest growing among the four wards, which also includes McGregor and Colchester. There are now 7,446 people living in Essex Centre, up from 7,127 in 2011. “Our geographic location is under-appreciated. We have easy access to everything,” he said.

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The new sports facility and the expansion of Highway 3 could also be reasons for developers to build. Watson noted that Essex pre-zones its land so those who may be attracted to the area know what to expect. When can Essex endure another growth spurt? “We are offering the opportunity to developers and when the market says go, they will go.” Nelson Silveira, the Town’s Economic Development Officer, is in the midst of implementing a two-year strategic plan that he created. “The economic climate is always changing. Three or four years ago, we were hurting and now we are booming,” Silveira said. His four-point plan that is geared towards attracting visitors, businesses, and permanent residents, includes reaching out to potential developers and letting them know Essex is a desirable place to live and invest. Another area of importance, as far as economic development goes, is business retention. “We take a boots-on-the-ground approach to economic development. We are knocking on doors,” Silveira said. He added that they are taking a proactive approach and asking current business owners what assistance the Town can provide. Silveira, who started work with the town back in the fall, is aware the four different wards in the municipality are unique, but they can work together.

“It’s the whole picture, but we have four different centres and they have different wants and needs.” Implementing incentives like the Community Improvement Programs will spur development, he said. He added in the fourth quarter of 2015, there were three housing starts in Essex Centre, and a year later, that number bulged to 10.

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Essex Fire & Rescue provides safety tips to farmers

Jason Pillon, Assistant Deputy Chief, and Fire Chief Rick Arnel of Essex Fire & Rescue passed along fire safety tips to farms during a special event hosted at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) on the evening of Tuesday, February 21.

by Sylene Argent On the evening of Tuesday, February 21, Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel and Assistant Deputy Chief, Jason Pillon, were special

guests at an Essex County Farm Safety Association meeting hosted to help farmers prevent barn fires. Arnel and Pillon shared the stage to pass

along important fire prevention tips to help keep the farmers, their loved ones, equipment, crops, and livestock safe. “We tried to show them that barn fires are a big problem in the province,” Arnel said, explaining that there is an estimated average of $25million in fire loss from 2008-2014.

Causes of barn fires can vary, and can sometimes be difficult to determine as barns typically house many different types of flammable materials, however, electrical problems, spontaneous combustion, work with torches, and chemical reactions can all contribute to starting a barn fire. As barns can often house pesticides, farm equipment, and chemicals, they can be a challenge to combat. “Safe-handling and proper storage helps prevent fires,” Pillon noted. General cleanup, Arnel added, can help prevent barn fires. That can be simply clearing away pesky cobwebs and replacing old lights. One overloaded cord can cause one spark, he said, and that can contribute to a major fire and result in a lot of loss. Farmers should keep in mind to always leave a pathway to the barn clear so if there is ever a fire, firefighters can get there

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quickly. They should also keep pathways to ponds open as well as firefighters may need the access to water. Arnel and Pillon did relay a simple request to farmers. Place a map of barns, and where chemicals or combustibles are stored, in a PVC pipe with caps on the 911 sign at the road. This map can help firefighters know what kind of fire they are combating and where materials, such as diesel gas, are located. They can also highlight where electrical and gas shut offs are located inside. “It is nice to know for firefighter safety,” he said. He also asked farmers to always know where they are located so when calling in an emergency, firefighters can be quick to respond.

“We had a good conversation with the farmers,” Arnel said. The meeting last around twoand-a-half hours. “We enjoyed it.” Pillon noted that though firefighters provided a lot of information during the event, they also learned a lot from farmers about their operations. Last year, Essex Fire & Rescue responded to a few tractor and combine fires, but fortunately has not had to respond to many barn fires, which Pillon believes is because many are educating themselves on the subject to prevent such instances. On Tuesday, February 28, members of Essex Fire & Rescue continued with public outreach as they passed along safety information at the Essex Salvation Army.

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Trio of Essex area volleyballers play with the Saints by Fred Groves This year’s edition

of the St. Clair College women’s volleyball team

The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch

Losing things Do you ever lose precious papers or articles? I seem to be very adept at that, much to my sorrow. Right now, it is the column I wrote for this paper for next week. This computer would not send it and I had to put it in send later. Now, I cannot find it anywhere. My work should be there no later than Friday and preferably Thursday. Two things that really bring me grief are my grandmother’s ring and my cultured pearls. Sometimes I think it would be great to lose this computer even though it is relatively new. Something else I have lost is my finger dexterity, and I know I can never find that. And recently, I have misplaced (I hope it is not lost) my $10 card that I got when I bought $50 worth of goods at the drug store on seniors’ day. Recently I could not find my car and house keys. That happens for most of us at times. To avoid that, I try to always put them in a special pocket in my purse. After frantic hunting, there they were on the floor beneath the stand by the front door. While I am on this subject, did you ever leave your keys in the door lock and go to bed after locking the door from the inside? I had not remembered I didn’t take them out of the lock when I had come home. I think this is rambling again, and I see the computer tells me it will send now. So here it goes.

Voice Of Inspiration “Success involves failing first. Ask any successful person. Ask any experienced person, really. It’s all part of the creative process, so sit back and allow the artist within you to sprout, blossom and flourish. You must accept that your first, second, and third attempt at something might suck. It’s a necessary step in improving your skill. Failure is your teacher, not your judge.”

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that hosted the OCAA championships on the weekend had a large representation from the Essex area. Third-year middle hitter Jessica Masse had nearly 70 kills during the regular season for the Saints who were 12-6 prior to the tournament. Joining her were rookie libero Nikki Tytgat and outside-hitter Raeanne Lapain. Masse has been deaf her entire life, but that has not prevented her in anyway from excelling at the game and being a major contributor. “I read lips. I grew up playing sports all my life,” she said prior to the Saints taking on the number two nationally ranked Humber Hawks. The Essex District High School grad started out at Fanshawe College, but transferred closer to home. She said the Saints make up for a very closeknit group, and gives credit to coach Jimmy ElTurk for her success. “Coach plays middle. I am quicker now and can read the ball better,” Masse said. While Tytgat is rostered as a libero, she helps out offensively as well. In the opening game of the tournament, in which St. Clair disposed

Nikki Tytgat (left), Raeanne Lapain, and Jessica Masse play for the Saints’ Volleyball team.

of Algonquin in five sets, she had a couple of key kills. “It was exciting and stressful. It was backand-forth, we didn’t know who was going to win,” she said. Studying to be a hairdresser, Tytgat said there is a notable difference between playing high school and college volleyball. “It’s a lot more intense. The games are tougher. In high school, it was easy to get to OFSAA. Here, we have a lot more travel caliber players.” Lapain went to high

school at Leamington’s Cardinal Carter. For her, like most studentathletes, balancing school work and sports is a challenge. “It’s more time consuming. We practice every day, but we do

it together. We are a family,” she said. She had a good regular season for the Saints as she had 68 kills over the 55 sets she played.

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Train show still a big attraction after 22 years by Fred Groves You just never know what you are going to find at the largest train show in Southwestern Ontario. This past weekend, the 22nd Annual Essex Train Show was held at the Essex Public School. For Matt Clark of Chatham, it was an opportunity to pick up a very rare item. Clark was pleased

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to show off a railway crossing sign that predates the red and white warning signals that are used now. “You can’t get these anymore,” Clark said. A collector of signs, he showed where he believes someone had used the crossing sign for target practice. A bullet had entered the wood, but the shooter must have been far away because it did not go out the other side. “This one came from the Essex Terminal Railway. They are hard to find,” he said. The two-day event is a big fundraiser for the local train station, which Heritage Essex maintains, and once again it was well attended. A lot of interesting, old pictures were on display from the Leamington Mersea Historical Society over the weekend, and one of the clubs that had

its trains set up, the St. Clair Railroaders, had a different look to its

Two-year old Jack and his mother, Jessica Anstett, had a good look at the trains.

collection. Group members brought a larger and impressive looking 1/29 scale model complete with a smoke-spouting locomotive and a covered bridge that it passed through. The Essex Railway Station recently received a historical recognition through the Town of Essex’s new Heritage Plaque program. The Windsor Model Railroad

Club carried over that heritage theme to the Train Show. Club member Bob Stockman watched carefully as his CP passenger train, with cars that dated back to the 1930s, went around nearly 90 feet of track. “I’ve collected these from various hobby shops and shows,” Stockman said, one of 43 members of the local club. He explained that there are many sizes of model trains, including the larger HO and that the layout they had on the weekend takes quite a while to set up. “We came in there Friday night at 6 o’clock and it took us four or five hours to set up.” Stockman said that the track and accessories come in sections. He added that how they are operated has changed in a big way. “I can use my smart phone and control the train,” he said. At one time, he would use a power pack with a throttle control that could run up to five trains at one time.

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Kids Curing Cancer continues to grow

by Sylene Argent On Saturday evening, the fourth annual Kids Curing Cancer pasta dinner fundraiser was held at the Verdi Club in Amherstburg. The musically inclined Baillargeon family of Amherstburg was pleased to welcome around 200 patrons to the event. Jodi Baillargeon is the mom of three youth who began Kids Curing Cancer, including her 12-year old daughter, Lauren, and six-year old twins Ty and Kierstyn. Music was a huge part of her dad’s, Dan Gerard, life, who was also a long-time resident of Gesto. When Gerard was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, Lauren wanted to show him support and find a way to help medical professionals continue to help their patents. That’s where the idea of the first pasta dinner fundraiser was born. Lauren, who sings and plays fiddle, shared the stage with her younger siblings, who also play the stringed instrument, and many members of her extended family. The three siblings opened their fiddle cases during their performances to collect donations. Combined, Jodi said, they were able to raise $400. For the first three years, the pasta dinner proceeds went to the Patient Assistance Program at Windsor Regional Hospital, this year, the Baillargeon family decided to support the newly installed Ronald McDonald House. The Baillargeon family took a tour of the new facility leading up to the fundraiser, “And we thought it was a good fit,” Jodi said of the beneficiary. Thanks to community support, he Kids Curing Cancer pasta dinner raised over $3500. “We did really well,” Jodi said. Gerard passed away just a few days after the second annual pasta dinner, but his memory lives on through the annual event, which this year blossomed to include the Amherstburg Minor Hockey Association and the

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submitted to EFP On Saturday, February 25 the Essex Novice Major Ravens commenced the semifinal series versus Riverside at the WFCU centre. The rink was filled with anticipation and excitement as Mr. Fuerth said, “they are two evenly matched teams!” The short staffed defensive unit of Evan M, Nash L, Hudson D, Cole G, and Mason G, along with the strong goaltending of Ben F, kept Riverside at bay until the second period. Riverside took a 1-0 lead on a tip in goal. Sean W evened the score on a beautiful tip play past the Riverside D resulting in a breakaway and snipe past the goalie. Halfway through the third period, Wyatt G knocked in a rebound to give the Ravens a 2-1 lead. Essex continued to thwart the Rangers attack each time to take the 2-1 win, and went up 2 points to zero in the 6 point series. The following day, the Ravens hosted the Rangers. Essex d-man Jesse C was back after missing a game with an upper body injury. The majority of the first period was a see-saw battle until late in the period. After a great pinch by Jaclyn W, Sean W drove to the net and knock one in to go up 1-0. Fifteen seconds into the second period Meredith C sniped one

on net to put the Ravens up 2-0. Less than three minutes, later Sean W on a breakaway, purposely miss the net by four feet, pick up his own rebound off the glass, whirled back around in front, and found the back of the net – exactly how coach Jack drew it up. With Essex up 3-0, the Ravens continued to pour it on with phenomenal shifts by Caleb C and Braeden C. Both performed hard on the back check and made sweet moves in the offensive zone. Reed V made several timely stops including a nifty high glove save that seemed to give the Ravens another spark. Owen S lead a rush like they do on the outdoor rinks in Carp, Ontario and roofed one top shelf to score goal number five for Essex. The third period

started with a quick goal on a clean breakaway by Sean W to give him his hat trick. Wyatt G launched a knuckler past the Rangers’ goalie for the Raven’s sixth goal. Ethan O finished the scoring for Essex with a strong move to the net off the wing – cue the celly! Final score 7-1 Essex to go up 4 points to zero. These first two games showed what can occur with a full team effort – solid forward play both fore check and back check, steady defensive play by the Orange Crush defensive unit and stellar goaltending by Ben F and Reed V allowing only one goal per game. Game three is Thursday, March 2 at the WFCU Center in Windsor. The kids know the clinching game is the toughest one, but they’re ready to give their all to get to the OMHA finals!

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90TH Harold Hall was born Feb. 28, 1927 in Gesto, Ontario where he has resided his entire life. He has four children, 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to attend an open house to celebrate his 90th birthday on Sunday, March 5, 2017 from 1 to 4 pm at the Essex Arena Complex in the Shaheen Room. Best wishes only.

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by Sylene Argent Time was turned back to the 1950s on the evening of Saturday, February 18 as the staff and volunteers with the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village hosted a murder mystery and dinner event. “We have a full house,” CTMHV Event Manager Erin O’Brien said. The nicer weather over the weekend, coupled with a promise for a good chicken and pasta dinner and great entertainment, helped attract around 180 individuals to the murder mystery, “Mystery of the Murder at the Sock Hop.” The murder mystery theme, produced through local thespian Michelle J. Mainwaring’s acting company, was a great

choice for the CTMHV as last year staff and volunteers celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Museum’s ‘50s Diner. Urged to dress in their ‘50s best for the event, many patrons donned saddle shoes, poodle skirts, or leather jackets with cuffed jeans to get into the spirit of the event. O’Brien said that many of those who attend fundraisers for the CTMHV are in support of the Museum in its effort of preserving and promoting the past. The patrons enjoyed being entertained by the actors who portrayed characters through the murder mystery, and also enjoyed being involved in the investigation. Event proceeds will

benefit the CTMHV’s Children’s Education Program, which provides local students with a hands-on history lesson. In another effort

to continue raising funds for the Children’s Education Program, staff and volunteers with the CTHMV are selling tickets for the 2017 car raffle. This year’s prize, to be raffled away during the annual New Year’s Eve Party, is a 1967 Cutlass Supreme. Tickets will be sold leading up to the big draw. A dinner and dance, with Crystal Gage and Ryan St. Denis, will be held on April 8. Proceeds from this event will also benefit the Children’s Education Program. Volunteers with the CTMHV are always looking to recruit more help. To learn more about volunteer opportunities or about upcoming events, log onto www.ctmhv.com.

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LENTEN LUNCHES - Six Fridays, starting March 3, from 11am - 1:30pm at St. Andrew’s, 210 King St. E., Harrow. Call 519-738-4362. Eat in or take out.

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This is a Thank You to all friends and family who supported Anita (a.k.a Niki) Bleasby. We appreciate your love and support from the donations. Also I, Dan, would especially like to thank everyone. A special thank you to the family for helping Niki. We hope and wish everyone has a healthy and long life. ~ Love & Thanks

MARCH 3  PASTA DINNER at St Paul’s Anglican Church (92 St. Paul, Street) 5-6:30pm. Takeout available. Call: 519-776-7711 for more details. MARCH 4 - ANNUAL INDOOR GOLF TOURNAMENT at On The Green, from 12noon - 4pm. To support Essex Community Services. For info & to register: 519-776-4231 MARCH 5  CTMHV MILITARIA HUNTING & SPORTSMAN SHOW - 6155 Arner Twnl. Essex. From 8am-1pm. For info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com. MARCH 9 - Sandwich South Historical Society hosts “SHOW & TELL” NIGHT at 7pm at the Oldcastle Fire Hall. All are welcome to bring a family treasure to show. MARCH 18 - EKBOFMA PRESENTS STEVE GULLEY & NEW PINNACLE at McGregor K of C, 9560 Walker Rd. at 7pm. For tickets & info: 519-776-8716.

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Essex United Church Our Sunday Services begin at 10:30am. A great way to start your week. The Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts continue to collect pop cans. Please bring them in, in a bag, and leave them at the gym. Our Semi Annual Yard Sale is Friday & Saturday, March 31, 8am-4pm and April 1, 9am-12noon. We are gearing up for our Annual Murder Mystery Dinner on April 21 & 22.

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Essex Retirees’ Social Club Saturday Euchre Results were Diane Dennis in first place, Jairmen Bagot taking 191 Talbot St. S., Essex second place, and Lawrence Dobson in third place. Monday night Pepper had Wayne Rawson with the most peppers, Floyd Cascadden with high score, and Lawrence Dobson with low score. Antioch Christian Ministries Pepper on Tuesdat had Judy Lane with the most peppers, submitted by Linda Knight We were blessed with two speakers on Sunday. Pastor Donna Donna Eyraud had high score, Louise Perrault was second, and Larry Lane had low score. On Wednesday, Wayne Rawson had from Titian Ministries in Ghana spoke and Pastor Rod spoke. high score, Mary Lou Chibi had the most peppers and Debbie Kingdom Living Classes is on Wednesdays at 7p.m. Awaken Youth Conference: March 16th-18th. Please register Monchamp was low. Thursday night Bridge winners were Annette Anderson and on line. Restoration House Healing Rooms is open on Saturdays, from Pauline Olafson. 9a.m.-Noon. For more information, visit our website at www. Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed! Our doors are open to all for our 10:00 am Sunday Worship Woodslee United Church Service. submitted by Sue Holman J.O.Y. Club for teens is held every Tuesday at 3:15 pm. Come join us for the First Sunday in Lent at 11:15 am. Rev The Essex Ministerial Lenten Service at Cottam United Ann will lead the service. Gerry and Beth Taylor will greet you Church is Wednesday, March 8 at 12noon. Deacon Gary at the door. Jean M., George S., Madeline P., and Mavis W will Flewelling will lead the service. The subject is Jonah. A soup serve the lunch after the service. and sandwich lunch will follow. Everyone is welcome. Lent Members are encouraged to participate in an activity Please keep in your prayers those in nursing homes and that increases our awareness of our many blessings and help the shut-ins in our community. others. A donation will be given to our Mission & Service Fund. The Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham calendar for this event is available in the hall. The first Lenten card party is on Sunday, March 5 at 7 p.m. Special thank you to all who came out to the Talent Show and Pasta Dinner. Because of your donations, we are able to at St. Mary’s Hall. Our Mission Club is selling raffle tickets for St. Patrick’s Day send three of our teens to the Youth Forum. after each Mass the next two weekends. The Essex and District Ministerial Association Lenten Series: The K of C will host the Holy Family Icon from March 7-14. theme: Pictures of Jesus part 2. Wednesday, March 8 at Cottam United with Deacon Gary Flewelling leading. All Services begin It will be on display in the Church. The Sandwich South Historical Society invites everyone to at 12noon and conclude with a light lunch. Freewill offering is bring a family treasure for a show and tell on Thursday, March appreciated. World Day of Prayer Service in on Friday, March 3 at 11am 9 at 7 p.m. at the Oldcastle Fire Hall. Free CPR and Defibrillator training is available for at St. John’s Roman Catholic Church, Woodslee. Ladies from parishioners on Tuesday, March 28 at 6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. Woodslee United, Belle River United, St. John’s Roman Catholic, Sign up before March 10th at the back of the Church. St. Simon and St. Jude of Belle River will lead the service. Grades 7 and 8 students are invited to participate in Think Our Soup Challenge is on Saturday, March 25. Fast Retreat on April 22 & 23 at St. Mary’s Hall. Registration Our Tartan Dinner is on Saturday, April 8. forms are at the back of the church. Come out to experience Salvation Army Essex Community Church social justice and have some fun too! submitted by Carolyn Barnett If you are cleaning out your closets remember to drop off The Essex Ministerial Lenten services have started every your donated items to the St. Vincent de Paul bin in the church Wed. at 12 noon at Cottam United Church. parking lot. This year’s Salvation Army Partners in Mission Campaign is Please keep in your prayers all who are shut in, hospitalized focusing on those suffering and in need in Eastern Africa. We or in nursing homes, and their caregivers in your prayers. will hold fundraising projects over the next several weeks. SA Connections meets every Tuesday from 10 -1. We will Trinity Church be crafting on March 8. Come and join the fun and enjoy lunch We are asked to keep the following in our prayers Bill, afterwards. Bible Study led by Major Shirley Roberts follows Wendy, Liz, Doug, Jane and Grace. The Sanctuary Lamp burns at 1 p.m. All are welcome to enjoy the interesting study - “The to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Ken & Lois Power of a Praying Woman.” Simpson, given by the Kistulinec family and in loving memory Messy Church meets on the 23rd of this month at 5:45 p.m. of Ray Twiname Sr., give by Jack & Sue Beaule and family. Family Worship is led by Major Sam Roberts every Sunday Thank you to all who helped out at our annual Pancake at 10:30p.m. All are welcome to worship with us! Thanks to Supper and to all who came out and supported us. Again, a the generous ladies who provide the baked goods for coffee job well done by the Trinity folks. time after the service.

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Continued from Page 15 Take part in our 40 Acts of Kindness 2017 during this years Lenten Season. Join us for Bible Study at St. Paul’s beginning on March 8, at 7:00 pm. All ll are welcome! The ladies have supplied Iler Lodge with 20 ﬁdget blankets and are in the process of reaching out to Country Village next. This project has become very heartwarming and the ladies are doing a wonderful community service.

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Remember to order your pies for Easter. Leave a message with Sharon 519-8394579, Brenda 519 -839-5184 or the Church oﬃce 519-776-7711. The frozen cherry or apple pies will be ready for pick up April 1, from 10am - Noon. Join us Sundays at 9:15 AM in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam! All are welcome!

On Wednesday, February 22 the Pepper winners were Dave McMurren, Theresa Rivait, Joanne McMurren, Colleen Chevalier, Gail Koziana, and Sandy McGuire. On Friday, February 24 the Euchre winners were Sandy McGuire, Joanne McMurren, George Sutherland, George Diesbourg, Joan Broeders, Ernie Lariviere, and Pat LeBlanc. For more information on our club, please call Irene at 519-975-2283.

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St. Paul’s Anglican Church Essex & District Ministerial Association 2017 Lenten Service Series - Wednesday, March 8th at Cottam United Church with Deacon Gary Flewelling leading. All services begin at 12 noon and conclude with a light lunch, free-will oﬀering. Bible Study begins Wednesday, March 8th - Come and explore Sunday’s Gospel through the lens of the National Church Program: “Becoming the Story we Tell.” First session is at St. Paul’s at 7pm. All are welcome! Our next pasta dinner at St Paul’s is on Friday, March 3rd from 5 - 6:30pm. Our annual yard sale is Saturday, April 1. Please keep us in mind if you are getting a jump on your spring cleaning and have items to donate. Eﬀective immediately: Our regular Sunday Services are as follows - First Sunday of the month only 8am (BCP Eucharist) and weekly 11am (BAS Eucharist & Sunday School.) Third Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service.

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We extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning Worship Service at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school is provided. Calling all girls and boys from Grades 1 - 8 to attend our GEMS and Cadet (Girls and Boys Club) on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Join us for fun and fellowship as we get to know each other and the Lord through bible studies and games. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. Woodslee Friendship Club On Monday, February 20 the Euchre winners were Charlie Chevalier, Shirley Quinlan, Fr, Larry Mousseau, Mike Renaud, Joanne Mc Murren, Mary Demars, Dave Sylvestre, Joan Broeders, and Gloria Seguin.

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Continued from Page 16 For more information about us and what’s going on, please check out our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org. Golden Age Golf Report 45 golfers delivered a respectable 74 aces on February 23. Leading the ace parade, with five, was Cathy Dewhurst. An impressive score of 16, over 9 holes, was carded by Andy Orsini and Cathy Dewhurst. Cathy Dewhurst and Bill Ward each carded a score of 35 for 18 holes. Continuing her strong play, Cathy Dewhurst carded a 73 over 36 holes. Team 9, with a combined score of 235, captured first place (Marie Lasi, Murray Hartford, John Murphy). Hot on their heels was the second place Team 2 (Andy Orsini, Eva Kah, Phantom). The third, and final spot, was nailed down by Team Queens (Pete Daudlin, Perpetua Hildrop, Bill Ward). Play resumes on Thursday, March 02 at 9:30 am.

Pilgramage to the Holy Land is March 16-28 with Fr. Murray. For more information, contact: 1-800-530-4667. Join us for this journey of faith. Life Teen night for grades 9-12 is on March 5 - ‘Grade 8 Welcome Night.’ Those in Grade 8 are invited to join us. Quest Night for Grades 3-5 is on March 8, for a March Break Game Night, from 6:30 - 7:45pm. The next K of C Fish Fry is on March 10. Proceeds to Second Chance Ministry. God Bless you all and have a great week! Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

Our Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, March 7 at 2pm. Volunteers are welcomed and appreciated. On Sunday, March 5th - Lent I - Door Greeters are Judy and Joe Muccedere, Elder on Duty is Judy Krol, and Church Lock-Up is Paul Thomas.

Essex Community Services Income Tax Clinic: Every year we partner with local Accountants who prepare personal tax returns for individuals who need assistance. To be eligible, you must have a total income of less than $30,000 without dependents, or less than $40,000 with dependents. Tax returns will be accepted from Mar 6 – 24, 2017. Essex Community Services at: 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7 or call 519-776-4231 for more information.

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COR XXIX is scheduled for March 31-April 2, for ages 16-21. Our A-1 Chinese fundraiser, for the youth trip to Steubenville, is on March 6, from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm. Cash only. Please bring your non-perishable food donations to Mass and drop them in the baskets for St. Vincent de Paul Society. Saturday, March 4 is the St. Vincent de Paul Dinner & Dance at the Serbian Club. For information and ticket pricing, contact: 519-776-8665.

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1953 Meteor owned by Stan and Bonnie Walker, Barrie, Ontario.

In 1957, Stan Walker of Barrie, Ontario, bought a 1953 Meteor Mainline 2-door sedan from his sister who had bought it new in London, Ontario. Stan dressed up the engine bay and the interior, changed the wheel discs to ’56 Buick, and enjoyed his first car. In 1961, Stan and Bonnie went on their honeymoon in the ’53 Meteor. Next came the family, jobs, mortgages, etc., and the Meteor was sold. But Stan always wanted to find another one. In 1998, the hunt began and in the fall of 2007, he found another ’53 Meteor Mainline in Calgary and brought it home. That winter, the Meteor was completely disassembled in the garage of their house. The frame was sent off to be blasted and coated with a zinc and urethane coating system. The body was put on a rotisserie for a complete straightening and finishing. The engine was magafluxed and bored 40 thou over with new pistons, valves, etc., installed. By the fall of 2008, the car was back home in the garage ready to be reassembled. The engine was put back into the car with Edelbrock finned aluminum heads and dual Edelbrock smooth flow intake with twin Stromberg 97’s. A conversion to a 12-volt electrical system complete with an alternator was also installed. A pair of centre dump headers were installed on the dual exhausts with glass packs to bring back the sound we all remember. All stainless and chrome was changed to satin silver with satin clear coat. The wheels now have 1957 Dodge Lancer discs. The vents on the rear fenders were opened up and lights installed. The paint is PPG Vibrance Rattlesnake. During the winter of 2010-11, some additional work included adjusting the lifters, lowering the front and rear a couple of inches, and replacing the rear window when they found a better one. “Our plans for 2011 included a six week tour of Disney World and Key West to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in the same make, model, and year as our honeymoon car in 1961.” Since then, Stan has installed a five-speed transmission to reduce RPMs at highway speeds “and of course to add to the excitement of driving. Nothing like shifting through the gears!” The Meteor was built only in Canada and was introduced in the model year of 1949 to give Mercury-Lincoln dealers a car to sell in the low-price field. It was an instant success with its Mercury-like grille in ’49 and ’50 and powered of course by Ford’s legendary flathead V8 engine dating back to 1932, when Henry Ford made history by casting a V8 engine block in a single piece. He was told it couldn’t be done but he did it! I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

Essex peewee majors captain Luke Sherk breaks in on the Oakville net during Sunday afternoon’s playoﬀ win in Essex.

by Fred Groves Woodslee’s Annie Schiller, a Grade 12 student at L’Essor, is off to the OFSAA wrestling championships. Schiller qualified for the provincial finals, to

be held today (Thursday) and Friday in Brampton, after winning gold at the WECSSAA and SWOSSAA meets. She was named the Best Female Athlete. • Braydin Metcalfe

scored with 13 seconds left in the game Sunday afternoon to lift the Essex Ravens to a 2-1 win over visiting Oakville Rangers. The win gave Essex a three-points-to-one lead in the six-point OMHA peewee major ‘A’ semifinals. Jake Tetzlaff also scored for the winners, which battled Oakville to a 4-4 draw in the opener on Saturday. The series now shifts back to Oakville for games on Friday and Saturday. • The hockey season came to an end for the Essex District High School boys’ hockey team as it dropped two straight to the Belle River Nobles in the WECSSAA semifinals. Last Wednesday afternoon in Essex, Liam Hall and Calvin Ross

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No plastic bags of ANY colour are accepted in our recycling program. Alternatives To Plastic Bags: • Purchase another recycle box. Available at any local Home Hardware Store. • Use a paper bag. • Use a container of a similar size. (i.e. laundry basket) Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority / 1-800-563-3377 ask@ewswa.org / www.ewswa.org Space provided through a partnership between industry and Ontario municipalities to support waste diversion programs.

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73’s special teams sink Admirals by Garrett Fodor For the third straight year, the Essex 73’s sunk the Integrity Amherstburg Admirals to advance in the quest for the league title. Entering the February 21 game, the 73’s were already up 2-0 in the series and hoped to gain a stranglehold over the Admirals. With home ice advantage, the team gave its fans a thriller, but not before some early scares. After Ryan Hozel scored the opening

goal for the Admirals, the 73’s, and forward Michael Ruttinger, responded a minute later to tie the game. The teams exchanged goals. Heading into the intermission, the 73’s were up 3-2, with the Ruttinger, Stadder, and Vieira line getting all three goals. However, in period two, the Admirals were quick to jump on Jax D’hondt, who came in relief for Tyler Ryan after he allowed the second goal in the period prior.

D’hondt gave up three goals on 15 shots in the period. The lone 73’s tally came from Dalton Langlois. This set up for an interesting third period, with the 73’s trailing 5-4 after two periods on their home ice. Shots were tied 25-25 after 40 minutes. In period three, Essex came out with guns blazing as Eric Shaw tied the game 11 seconds after puck drop. From there, Adam Gaiarin unloaded a perfectly placed slap-shot from the point that hit

Sports Roundup... scored for the Red Raiders in a 3-2 loss and then the next day in Belle River, Josh Amyotte had the lone tally in a 3-1 defeat. • EDHS grad Cameron Branch had five kills and eight points as the Nipissing Lakers were beaten by Western in OUA men’s volleyball action on Friday. The next day, Branch had six kills and eight points against Windsor. • Still with volleyball, Emily McCloskey had three kills and four points for the University of Windsor women’s team in a loss against York. Against Nipissing, she had three kills and

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three points. • Alex Friesen of Essex had an assist for the Carleton Place Canadiens as they topped Pembroke 7-3 Friday night in Junior ‘A’ hockey league play. • The Tony Piroski-coached Leamington Flyers wrapped up its regular season with an 8-3 win over Lambton Shores on the weekend, and tonight (Thursday) open the first round of Junior ‘B’ playoffs against Sarnia. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@hotmail.com.

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the inside of the crossbar, restoring the 73’s lead. With four minutes remaining in the period, the 73’s iced the game with an insurance tally coming from William Stadder, who evaded several defenders before tucking the puck in. As Essex won a battle of the backups, 7-5, which set up a crucial game four on February 26. From the opening face-off in game four, Essex was quick to control the pace of play and their opponents, often hemming them deep in their own defensive zone for extended periods of time. 11 minutes in, the game’s first goal was registered, with Eric Shaw fooling Catalin Morin. However, in the final 90 seconds of the period, former 73 and current Admiral captain, Curtis Prymack tied the game. In period number two, Essex was quick to use its special teams to extend the game and make its undisciplined opponents pay. Two minutes in, Anthony Cristofaro blasted a slap-shot through a sea of bodies with the man advantage to restore his team’s lead. And just five minutes later, William Stadder doubled the lead when he converted on a shorthanded breakaway. Heading into the final period, Essex was up 3-1 and outshot the Admirals

Photo by Laurie Beaten: Essex 73’s forward Michael Vieira shakes Amherstburg’s Curtis Prymack hand following Essex’s four game sweep.

18-16. For the final twenty minutes, the Admirals seemed disheartened as the game progressed and lost a will to battle for loose pucks. The Admirals found the scoreboard in the opening minute of the third period, but after that it was all downhill as the 73’s scored four goals in seven minutes. The Essex 73’s prevailed 7-2 to

sweep the Admirals in the best-of-seven series. The story of the week was the 73’s power-play or the Admirals’ lack of discipline. The 73’s managed to score seven power-play goals on 18 opportunities in the two games. The 73’s now wait for the winner of the Blenheim Blades and Lakeshore Canadiens series for the PJHL finals.

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