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Hundreds of youth dash off in annual Easter Egg Hunt
Billing for drainage projects back on track PAGE 2 ________________ Flood mitigation projects moving forward PAGE 3 _______________ Natyshak staffer ‘spotted’ for act of kindness PAGE 5 ________________ HEIRS learns about the search for the Griffin PAGE 10 ________________ 73’s take 3-0 lead over Dorchester in OHA quarter finals PAGE 19 ________________ Essex skater achieves Provincial silver PAGE 20 ________________
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by Sylene Argent The cool weather didn’t stop hundreds of area youth from heading to Essex Public School’s play yard on Saturday morning to participate in the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt. Members of Essex Gospel Community Church host this family-fun and free event every year. The youth, from infants to grade six students, were divided up into age categories and at the sound of the whistle dashed off to collect as many of the 20,000 scattered plastic eggs as they could manage. The event even offered an area where parents could assist the smaller children in collecting some of the treats up for grabs. Most of the plastic eggs contained a chocolate treat, while a few contained a notice that its finder had won a prize.
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After the Easter Egg Hunt, the youth were treated to a free barbeque, and enjoyed a few games that Essex Gospel Community Church’s Associate Pastor Shaun Slauenwhite hosted. He had parents digging into their pockets to look for items such as nail clippers. Whoever could produce the item first won a prize. There were also games the youth could participate in for a chance to win a prize or gift certificate. Slauenwhite was pleased with the event turnout. He said around 1600 people enjoyed the Community Easter Egg Hunt. This number included the youth and their parents. A big spectacle of the morning was that the Easter Bunny was able to hop by for an appearance. He handed out a chocolate treat to the youth who took a moment to say hello and get their picture taken with him. Hosting the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt is a fun way the Church and its volunteers can give back to the community.
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Billing for drainage projects back on track by Jennifer Cranston Complaints from residents regarding billing for drainage projects have stopped, and some residents are even offering positive feedback on the improvements that have
been made. Billing to residents for drainage projects has been taken over by the Finance Department, and Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter said that the problems and flaws
with the former system have been sorted out and corrected. The process took more than a year of hard work. Complaints about the former billing practices included things like untimely billing, and not enough information on the bills that made them confusing. These drainage projects are projects that are approved by a majority of the residents affected, and cost of these projects is shared by these residents. In many cases these projects also qualify for OMAFRA (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs) grants and subsidies. Past practice was not to bill residents until after the grants came in. These projects can often take years to complete and the grants can take nine months to a year to come in following completion. It was often too long between resident approval and bills being issued. Sometimes residents were involved in more than one project
at a time and they were unsure about which one they were being billed for. Sometimes ownership of the property had changed and the new owners were even more likely to be confused. The fact that previous bills had not enough information on them only compounded the problem. Hunter explained that now bills go out immediately upon completion and include detailed information. Residents are now better able to understand what exactly they are being billed for. Bills now include the bylaw that was originally passed to allow the construction so they know what project the bill is for, the gross cost of the project, and the net cost following any expected grants or subsidies. Hunter explained that residents are expected to pay the net cost and are notified that they will
receive another bill for the balance if for some reason the grant is denied. Because of flaws in the old system, billing could be delayed an unreasonable amount of time. Hunter said that during the process of cleaning up the back-log and moving to the new system, the town ended up sending out bills for projects nearly five years old. “The age of the bills was one of the biggest complaints from residents,” she said. To help people who may have acquired a property between approval and completion of a project, the Town is now making
an effort to put pending and in-progress projects on the tax roll. This way that information shows up during the legal processes of property transfer. “I think from a billing standpoint, we have put in as many checks and balances as possible to make sure that we are never in a position of being behind again,” she said. Hunter said that they are also working hard to improve their working relationship with OMAFRA, and to clear up any outstanding grants or subsidies owed to the Town.
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Flood mitigation projects moving forward
by Jennifer Cranston Flooding in Essex is a multi-faceted problem, and the Town is taking a multi-faceted approach to address the issue. Around $4.2 million will be spent in Essex Centre this summer to improve the sanitary sewer system. Essex Director of Infrastructure & Development Chris Nepszy explained that these projects will include improvements to the main pumping station on Fairview Ave. near the baseball diamonds. Brien Ave. E. will be torn up so bigger sewer pipes can be put in to increase capacity and provide relief. Water treatment lagoons will also be utilized to “absorb excess inflow and infiltration.” Nepszy said the sanitary system has been doing what it was designed to do, which is handle household waste water. The infiltration of storm water into the sanitary system is what is causing sewer back-up and residential damage.
EFP File Photo The Town has inspected the system with cameras and smoke testing and they still can’t pin-point a specific cause for rain water getting into the sanitary system. Nepszy said it is likely happening at many locations due to leakage and cross connections. “We have inspected every man-hole in Town and inserted over 300 pans to help keep water out of the sanitary system. We are seeing the effectiveness of those pans,” he said. He explained that that is why residents might see more water collecting in the streets during heavy rain falls. Water in the street is water that is not leaking into the sanitary system through the manhole covers. That is why he has said to residents many times, “Yes! I want the streets to flood.” It’s better for the storm water to be in the streets and eventually make its way through the storm system, than to have it overload the sanitary system and back-
up into people’s homes. The pans help, but are not enough. He explained that the rain water can’t be kept out, so the only alternative is to make the system better able to handle the
rain water that is getting in. The work being done this summer will increase capacity in the sanitary system so it can handle the level of infiltration of rain water. He said that he expects to see shovels in the ground on these projects by late spring. The contracts for this work will be awarded at the next regular council meeting. That’s only the capital project portion of the Town’s efforts, Nepszy explained. He also said that the systems in each urban centre in Essex will be treated to the same scrutiny, and improvements will be made where necessary. “We are continuing to work with private property owners. We are continuing to maintain the system, and we are continuing with our subsidy program,” he said. He said residents can expect to see a public education blitz this spring about the subsidy program that helps residents “make their own situation better.” The Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program offers Continued on Page 9
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Changes and partnerships Last week we learned Essex CAO Russ Phillips will return to his hometown of Manitoba, having accepted a similar position there. The news was surprising, but understandable considering it will allow him to be closer to family; and isn’t that one of the most important things in life? Russ joined Essex’s staff around three years ago, after former CAO Wayne Miller retired from the position. There have been many challenges; and a lot of positive change in recent years. I’m sure overcoming some of those challenges was difficult for Town staff when having to deal with almost a revolving door into management and senior management offices. In the past several years, the Town of Essex has replaced its Director of Community Services three times, lastly with Doug Sweet taking over his former position in 2013. It created a manager of Human Resources position in September of 2012, and currently hired the second person of this position, who will begin in the coming weeks. Essex also just recently welcomed Robert Auger to the position of Director of Legislative Services/ Clerk after Cheryl Bondy retired. Just over a year ago, Essex appointed a new Fire Chief, Rick Arnel, when Ed Pillon retired. It also hired a new Assistant Deputy Chief in Jason Pillon. And in 2014 then Fire Inspector-Public Educator Rick Malott was appointed to the position of Deputy Fire Chief. That is a whole lot of changes! Former Clerk Cheryl Bondy, former CAO Wayne Miller, and former Fire Chief Ed Pillon each held their positions for many years. Cheryl worked for her municipality for over
38 years, having started in Colchester South before amalgamation. Wayne’s 32 years of municipal experience included time spent as part of Council from1980 to 1987. Ed Pillon served area communities as a firefighter and in administrative capacities for 45 years, coming to the Essex area prior to amalgamation in the mid-‘70s. Experience is difficult to replace. It takes time for new hires, or those new to the position, to get their roots set. But, every new hire brings something new to each position. That is the good part. The downside, for the short term, is that projects or plans sometimes have to be shelved for a while as the new hire settles into his or her new position, which is understandable. Essex has been able to tackle many projects over the past few years. And many of them were achievable because of partnerships with community-minded committees. A few years ago, Essex added the new Essex Centre Sports Complex, and demolished the Essex Memorial Arena last year. It is working to establish the permanent dog park in that area with help from the Essex Fundraising Dog Park Committee, after first having established a temporary play area. It also welcomed the Spitfire and Honour Wall in the Heritage Gardens Park, thanks to the hard working Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee. The silos in the Heritage Gardens Park were removed last year, after much deliberation on whether or not they should house murals. The Town received a $25,000 grant from CN EcoConnexions-“From the Ground Up” to add trees and other indigenous plant life to that area. This year, the Essex Centre BIA will establish a pavilion in the Heritage Gardens Park with the Town to continue with the
enhancements planned there. Last year, the Town’s ACT Committee introduced the Essex Summer Concert Series, and unveiled the new mural depicting the 1907 railway explosion that is viewable from the Heritage Gardens Park. Essex cut the ribbon to a new High School in Essex Centre with the GECDSB in the recent past, and continues to fight to prevent Harrow District High School from having to shut its doors. It also cut the ribbon to a new fire hall in Essex Centre and a parkette in McGregor. Improvements have been made, are being made, at the Colchester Harbour and its adjoining park. A Committee continues to look at the potential divestiture process of the Harbour. Harrow also received a parkette within the past few years, now named Veterans Memorial Park. Last year, a cenotaph was unveiled there that a committee established. Many downtown businesses have taken advantage of the Town’s Community Improvement Program to help give their stores a fresh face. Some businesses are expanding, such as the continuing construction on the former St. Mike’s location that will join to the neighbouring Walk-inClinic for a medical facility. All these improvements have helped improve the physical environment of the downtown area. Things are moving in Town, and I hope that momentum continues. The CAO provides leadership. It will be exciting to see who will take on this position in the near future. I wish Russ the best of luck in his new position.
Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Street appearance I was disturbed to see all those dead evergreens in planters along the main street, left there since Christmas when they were decorations. Today I was happy to see they have been cleared away. Also today, I saw a town truck taking away the benches that are along the street. Many are badly in need of refinishing and never should have been allowed to get in such a neglected state. Varnish is not hard to apply. I trust they were going somewhere to be refinished And did you ever notice the condition of the street lamp poles? Why are they neglected until they have so much rust on them? Do you remember when they were each painted a different colour and the newspaper labelled the street as rainbow road? How long ago was that? Don’t ask me because time goes by so fast I can’t believe how long ago some events took place!
I recall how worried merchants were about the bypass being built. They were sure that would end traffic coming to the shopping area. Today, in the middle of the afternoon, I had to wait until the main light turned green the second time to proceed. Cars were waiting as far back as the high school. I know, that’s no proof the drivers and/or occupants would be shopping in the town, and it needs to appear to be progressive. The neglect I have mentioned does not suggest that possibility.
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Letter to the Editor... Dear Editor, It has come to my attention that we residents of Windsor are blessed with clean water at our finger tips, which is wonderful; however, that is not the case for all of Canada. Canada is the only G8 country without legally enforceable drinkingwater-quality standards at the national level. We have 1/5 of the world’s fresh water, and on any given day, more than 1,000 boilwater advisories are in effect across the country, many in Indigenous communities. Places like Shoal Lake 40, Grassy Narrows and Neskantaga have been under boil-water advisories for decades. More than 110 countriesover half of Earth’s nations-already recognize their citizens’ right to live in a healthy environment. Canada’s Charter of
Rights and Freedoms is silent on the issue. A federal environmental bill of rights would help compensate for this omission and promote better environmental protections, build healthier communities, and position Canada as a leader on environmental rights. More than 120 communities, representing more than 12-million Canadians, have passed environmental rights declarations at the local level. It’s time for the federal government to take action. Together, ordinary people can take extraordinary action to protect the people and places we love by urging the federal government to introduce an environmental bill of rights that will recognize, protect, and fulfil our human right to clean water nationwide.
To bring this back home, we should also take serious consideration of the cleanliness of our own Detroit River, as it is often advised not to swim in due to the pollutants that are being dumped in there every year. Please take this concern seriously, and spread awareness that we all, as the people of this planet, deserve the right to clean water, and nationwide guidelines for the best quality of our water. It’s time for the federal government to implement the right to clean water in Canada by passing an environmental bill of rights that respects, protects, and fulfils our right to a healthy environment, including the right to clean water. Samantha Edwards Windsor
Natyshak staffer ‘spotted’ for act of kindness by Jennifer Cranston Recently, a constituent of MPP Taras Natyshak was so moved by the kindness of his Constituency Assistant Patty Hayes that she publicly recognized her on the Spotted in Windsor Facebook page. SpottedIn.ca uses Facebook and other social media to give people a forum to share their stories of random acts of kindness, funny happenings, and general sightings in various cities. Two weeks ago, a post on Spotted In Windsor told the story of how a simple pair of boots made a big difference in someone’s life. On Friday, March 18 an anonymous poster told the story of her struggle with ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) to get
the cost of safety boots and safety glasses covered so that she could start a new job the following Monday. This was a job that could help the woman get
off of social assistance, and change her life for the better. Time was running out, it was Friday morning
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Letter to the Editor... My wife and I are new residents to Essex and will soon be spending our one year anniversary as a resident here in this fabulous community. With that being said, I am a regular at Tim Hortons on the outskirts of town, and over the past year have notice the unbelievable collection of garbage along the roadways leading to both Tim Hortons and McDonalds. It’s time for a 3 stage plan to ensure this area is maintained against the ongoing littering that reflects a negative theme about the residents of Essex. Stage 1: Cleanup the exiting garbage via town maintenance crew, organized volunteers, or students works program. Stage 2: Monitor this area with cameras, monitoring the westerly direction and southerly direction and post signs noting applicable fines. Repeat offenders get increased fines Stage 3: Use the accumulated monies from the fines to repay the allotted capital expenditures for the cost to install and maintain the cameras along with bi-weekly maintenance of these areas. Just 1 person’s opinion on making our town a cleaner place to visit and live. Harry Vollett
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Essex MP comments on federal budget by Sylene Argent Last week, the federal budget was tabled in the House of Commons. Essex MP Tracey Ramsey said “Essentially what we are seeing in this budget is what we always see; there are some good parts and some bad parts.” In terms of Essex, Ramsey said she was happy with how the community rallied together in the past to support the Veterans Affairs office. Many Veterans Affairs offices, including the one in
Windsor, will reopen. She said there is a five year time frame on that, and she hopes they will open sooner rather than later. “The communities in Windsor and Essex really came together and put that pressure on the previous and current government, and we were successful. Kudos to everyone who stepped up on that issue, and we will be really happy to see that office reopen,” Ramsey commented. The other items Ramsey is happy to see in the budget are the
Clarification: Council Notes from March 21, 2016 In the Council Notes for Monday, March 21 article in the March 24th issue of the Essex Free Press, the statement of Council Remuneration for the year ending on December 31was highlighted, Council had received the information. The way the numbers ended up in the column may have confused which Councillor they belonged to. Here are the figures again. We apologize if this created any confusion. The following includes remuneration and expenses paid for the position and for sitting on boards, conferences and conventions, education and seminars, and mileage. Mayor Ron McDermott: $42,789. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche: $25,415. Councillor Steve Bjorkman: $21,508. Councillor Sherry Bondy: $22,569. Councillor Bill Caixeiro: $32,574. Councillor Larry Snively: $22,821. Councillor Randy Voakes: $22,790.
issues being addressed for families. There is some significant money that will be added to the former Canada Child Tax Benefit in the new Canada Child Benefit, she said. This money will be nontaxable for families. She would have like to have seen a stronger commitment to some childcare spaces. She thinks families are finding it tough to find childcare spaces as parents work, sometimes on shifting schedules. She said she will push the government for this. For seniors, there is an increase proposed in the Guaranteed Income Supplement. It is under $1000 per year, and applies to those who make $8400 or less per year, she said. “These are the most vulnerable people in our community who really desperately need this small bump,” Ramsey said, adding she would have like to see more money go towards seniors in the budget “because we have a tremendous amount of seniors in our region who are struggling. For me, when I think about seniors and retirees, I think about the people who built our communities.” In the 2016 Federal budget, Ramsey would have liked to have seen
stronger commitments in regards to seniors and retirees, including in regards to the CPP, which she said is mentioned but has no hard target in the budget. Ramsey said she questioned the Agriculture Minister in House “About the lack of anything for agriculture and farmers in this budget,” which she found disappointing. In the Essex Riding, she said, it is important the farming community stays strong, healthy, and vibrant. There is some funding allocated for the Auto Innovation Fund, she said, for auto manufacturing in the region. This is positive, “but this particular fund is incredibly broken in its current form. So, the way those funds are distributed needs to be addressed.” An item that she didn’t see in the budget was the reduction on the small business tax that was promised by the Liberals. The local communities have many small businesses and “Absolutely needed this boost,” she said. She was also looking at healthcare in the budget, and homecare was absent in the budget. A positive in the budget is a recommitment to rural broadband internet connection for next year, Ramsey said. She hopes it
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comes sooner rather than later. Ramsey said the budget will be debated upon. When everyone returns back to the House, she is looking to speak on the budget and raise the issues that she thinks are missing and highlight what she thinks could help the region. Municipalities have submitted what they would like to see for their communities. Now, Ramsey will go through the requests and see where
they can plug in. Ramsey is also looking to see where the promises versus what is seen in the budget made during the campaign line up with what will be delivered to those in the Essex Riding and Canada. “My general overall feeling is that there are a lot of missed opportunities and that there are shortfalls when we started looking at the promises that were made versus what is going to playout for folks,” Ramsey said.
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Natyshak staffer ‘spotted’ for act of kindness... Continued from Page 5 and she was expected to have these items by the following Monday in order to start the job. She stated in her post that she had been into the ODSP office twice and was not getting the help she needed fast enough. Like many people who are having trouble navigating through provincial agencies, she contacted her MPP’s constituency office. Constituency Assistant Patty Hayes took the woman’s call. “She called me and I could hear the desperation in her voice,” Hayes said. Hayes told the woman that she would call the ODSP office in an attempt to get her the funding. Hayes did make the
call, but said she couldn’t be sure the woman would have the funding in time. “I didn’t want her to miss the opportunity,” Hayes commented. The anonymous post continues: “...(she) asked me what size shoe I wore. So I proceeded to tell her, and that’s when she laid it on me. She said Miss if I can’t get anywhere with the O.D.S.P. office, I would like you to come to this office tomorrow, as I have a pair of safety boots at home that I am not using. I will bring them in and you can have them to start your new job on Monday.” The post goes on, “As soon as she said that, I began to cry.”
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This simple random act of kindness, “meant the world” to this woman. “It was kind of second nature to me,” Hayes said. “The main reason I took this job is to help people.” It’s not every day she is able to help in such a personal way. “This was a special case, when I happened to have what she needed,” Hayes said. “It’s not often we can personally bridge a gap.” Hayes explained that it is her job to help constituents. Often, she helps people to navigate provincial agencies and ministries. Sometimes she can help people find the services they need, such as drug benefits and services for children with special needs. “We can tell them about services they were unaware of,” she said. “Windsor-Essex is a generous community. Often we have agencies we can send them to.”
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She explained that much of her work is in helping people solve issues with the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, and Social Services and WSIB. She said her job is not always this easy. “In some cases you almost need a magic wand,” she said. Hayes said there are many social programs that are lacking in the funding they need. She sees exceptional need in the areas of affordable housing and services for people with special needs. She said the worst parts of her job are the occasions when she has to tell someone that she can’t help them, and there is nowhere else for them to turn. Overall, Hayes said, she enjoys her job. “I like being able to help people, and it’s something different every day,” she said. “Often I can see the results right away.” She commented it’s a good day when she can make someone smile, make someone’s day, or change someone’s life.
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Downtown Essex is in need of something. We need to get people downtown. It is not hard to see what a tremendous economic boost the car shows, parades, Fun Fest, sidewalk sales, and other Essex Centre BIA sponsored events have on our local businesses. In fact just look at the video on its homepage. Recently, there has been some talk about two possible parks in Essex. There has been discussion of a splash pad near the arena and a passive park with a pavilion, etc. near the Essex Memorial Spitfire. If we were to put a splash pad at the arena, how would this benefit downtown? Where would you get a drink for your thirsty family on a hot summer day? Where would you take your family for lunch? Would you walk six blocks with your family to shop at our local stores? Such a family drawing card needs to be uptown. Can you imagine hundreds of people and families in our downtown core every day! What a tremendous boost for our local economy. The ice cream vendors would reap tremendous benefits, the restaurants would be full. The people would stroll downtown Essex and visit our shops. Downtown would be busy every day, all day! We could also showcase our heritage and teach youngsters and visitors alike about the town of Essex, all while enhancing our much needed local economy. People would visit and see the train station, view the Spitfire plane, and learn about our heritage. All the while, families are having fun in downtown Essex. If we wanted a passive park that may contain a nice sitting area or live music, why not put that where the land is plentiful and space abounds. I would bet that if each tax paying business and person in town where to vote on this matter it would be easy to assume taxpayers would favour enhancing our image and bolstering our local economy. This is an important decision let’s get it right. Sincerely, Rick Nelson
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Flood mitigation projects moving forward... financial help with home projects like downspout disconnection, investigative camera work, and installation of a sump pump and/or backwater valve. “We don’t want people to forget that these subsidies are there to help them,” he said. The Town is now looking at the storm water system in its entirety. This is more than just inspecting the infrastructure. The Town is working in partnership with ERCA and other municipalities in the region to update reasonable weather expectations and set appropriate guides for design moving forward. Intensity-DurationFrequency Curves, or IDF Curves, are being updated to account for current, more extreme weather patterns. Essex is part of a partnership within
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Calling all Green Teams have to participate as part of a team to plant trees, any groups who do pre-register as a Green Team with a minimum of ten members will be recognized with a plaque during the opening
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the region to create a Regional Storm Water Management Guide that is expected to be complete this fall. This guide will help all the municipalities and developers to design storm water systems that can handle today’s weather patterns. “Storm water management is a huge part of any development,” he said. When this guide is completed, Essex can lift its moratorium on residential development, because the Town and developers will have the current information they need to install adequate infrastructure. Nepszy said that this part of flood mitigation has to be a “true regional effort.” “We are so flat and we only have so many receiving bodies, we have to work together,” he said.
submitted to EFP The Essex Region Conservation Authority is putting the call out to community organizations and individuals to help plant tees and celebrate Earth Day! On Sunday, April 24th from 10am – 12noon, ERCA will host its annual Earth Day Tree Planting Celebration at Florence & McHugh, just east of the WFCU Centre in Windsor. More than 2000 trees will be planted at this free community event, which celebrates the act of coming together to help the environment. “Earth Day is about taking action – all of us working together to protect our watersheds and restore natural areas to help improve our quality of life and the attractiveness of this region,” explains Danielle Breault Stuebing, ERCA’s Director of Community Outreach
Services. Planting trees helps improve water quality, removes carbon from the air and provides shelter for birds and other wildlife. Last year more than 800 citizens came out to make a positive impact on their community and local environment. For many, the tree planting event has become an annual tradition. Besides families and individuals, ERCA also welcomes any groups, from private businesses to community organizations, to participate as Green Teams. “Green Teams are a great way of organizational team building, and many businesses, church groups, service clubs and others come out year after year as a way to celebrate Earth Day,” Breault Stuebing adds. While everyone is welcome and guests don’t
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HEIRS learns about the search for the Griffon Pictured left: Great Lakes Maritime Historian Cris Kohl talks to HEIRS on March 24 about the wreck of the Griffon. The ship was the first ship to sail in the upper Great Lakes. In the year 1659 it disappeared on its maiden voyage. To this day it is the most hunted shipwreck in the Great Lakes.
by Jennifer Cranston Turn out at the monthly HEIRS meeting hosted on March 24 was large as many individuals came out to learn about the oldest shipwreck in the Great Lakes. Great Lakes Maritime Historian Cris Kohl made a presentation on the story of the Griffon and the ongoing search for the first ship to sail the upper Great Lakes. It disappeared on its maiden voyage along with its entire crew and cargo of furs. This ship was the first to sail across Lake Erie, through the Detroit and St. Clair rivers, across Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. It was a financial venture of the French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle. Having loaded up with furs throughout its voyage, it disappeared on its return trip to Niagara.
People have been searching for the ship. Over the last 200 years, people have claimed to find it more than 22 times. “It is the most hunted and the most found shipwreck in Great Lakes History,” Kohl said. Kohl explained that the Great Lakes are a unique experience for scuba divers and maritime historians like himself. The story of this ship has so sparked Kohl’s interest that he and his wife, Joan Forsberg, have written a book on the subject called “The Wreck of the Griffon.” “We have something very unique in the Great Lakes,” he said. “We have the best preserved shipwrecks.” Kohl explained that because of the cold, fresh water, shipwrecks of all kinds are very well preserved. More than 6,000
shipwrecks lay at the bottom of these lakes. He said that this has led to a growing interest in the maritime history of this region. Kohl and Forsberg have written over 20 books about Great Lakes shipwrecks and maritime history. Kohl is from Windsor and Forsberg is from Chicago. They are well known maritime historians. The both have degrees in history and certificates in Underwater Archaeology from England’s Nautical Archaeology Society. They have given over 1,200 presentations in Canada and the United States. They are both accomplished divers, have produced several documentaries, and appeared on numerous television programs.
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OPP packs groceries to raise funds for Cop Camp Cop Camp this summer. One student from each grade six class in OPP policed areas is selected to participate based on their leadership skills. The selected students are graduates of the Values, Influences and Peers program. Over the Cop Camp weekend, the youth enjoy may fun activities, which in the past have included horse-back riding, swimming, fishing, sailing, and bowling. The campers usually participate in a talent show as well. Essex (M) Community Police Officer Sean Mackinnon helped bag groceries as part of the Cop Camp fundraiser hosted in Essex Centre last Thursday.
by Sylene Argent Last Thursday afternoon, members of the Ontario Provincial Police, along with civilian employees and volunteers, packed groceries at various locations across the county to fundraise and raise awareness for the upcoming 22nd annual Cop Camp that will take place this summer at Gess†wood Camp and Retreat Centre. The annual grocery
bagging fundraiser took place in Leamington, Tecumseh, Kingsville, Belle River, and at Foodland in Essex. Essex (M) Community Police Officer Sean Mackinnon helped bag groceries as part of the fundraiser in Essex Centre. He said community members were very supportive of the event, and gave generously. He said around 90 students will be invited to
Cop Camp helps the students build on their leadership skills and shows the students how to be a part of a team through challenging the onsite Ropes Course. It allows the OPP officers, civilians, auxiliary members, and trained
volunteers (many of whom take vacation time to volunteer at the weeklong camp) to create a positive experience for the campers. Through the experience, the campers also learn positive life skills.
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HOBBS, Rosemary Carole (Beale)- Passed away at Hotel Dieu Healthcare facility on March 16, 2016 at the age of 70 after a short battle with cancer. Best friend and wife of Michael, mother of Shawn (Janine Belanger), Sherry (Dan Gillan) and Stacey (Bill Stopard), friend and adopted Mom of John and Sue Higgins. Beloved Nana to Tristan, Michael and Emma and Gramma Mary to Christopher. She was also looked upon as an adopted Grandmother to Chance, Hope and Haven Gillan, and the family of Janine Belanger being Audrey, Cody and Soren, Brian and Erycka and Danielle. Dearest aunt of Roberta Sobek, Chris and Kevin LeSauvage, Brian and Chad Ruffett and families. Rosemary was predeceased by her parents Carl and Edythe Beal and sister Nancy Sobek (Tom) all of London. She will be missed by many former co-workers from Gates Products and friends from the Girl Guide community in which she was involved for many years. She will also be dearly missed by many friends locally and out of the area that she met on her many travels. Rosemary loved to travel and has been to many foreign countries and taken a number of cruises. She was also an avid camper and enjoyed the south western area of the United States. The family would like to thank Hospice Windsor for the many services and care they provided to keep Rosemary comfortable. In keeping with Rosemary’s wish a private family service and cremation has already taken place. If desired family and friends are invited to share a memory or make a donation to Hospice online by visiting www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
BELLAIRE, Irene (nee Jacques)- Entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 25, 2016 at 92 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Patrick Walter Bellaire (2008). Dear mother of Theresa Bellaire of Italy and Elizabeth and husband John D. Vidican of Michigan. Loving grandmother of Serena (Gian Luca) Ornorati and Maurizio (Sylvia) Santoro of Italy, Janice (Peter) Gallo, John Patrick (Jennifer) Vidican, and Jean (Steven) Swisher of Michigan. Great-grandmother of Christian Ornorati, Tyler Vidican, Caleb, Katerina, Selah, and Haven Gallo, Jacob and Emily Swisher. Daughter of the late Natalie and Peter Jacques. Dear sister of the late Edna, Raymond and Alvin. Sister-in-law of Beaulah Bellaire. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Irene was a long time member of St. Mary’s Church in Maidstone. Irene is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers Thursday 7:30 p.m. On Friday, April 1, 2016, friends and family are invited to gather at the St. Mary’s Church (Maidstone) after 10:30 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Maidstone. Donations may be made to Arthritis Society. You may send your condolences online at www. kennedyfh.com.
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Vivier, Earl K. - April 2006 Earl W. - April 29, 2015 Our go to guys left us with fond memories. We miss wheel of fortune games, the laughter, all the fun. Link by link, day by day, connect under the sun. ~ Love Always, Family ~ __________________________________________________
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Wright, “Click” August 6, 1918 - April 1, 2015
You left us with beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, You’re always by my side. Miss you, love you. Sending hugs and kisses also to Mom. ~ Shirley, Clayt, Gord, Barb, Evelyn & Families. __________________________________________________
In Loving Memory of a dear mother, grandmother, and great grandmother
June McCann April 24, 1926 - March 28, 2012
Time has a way of slipping by, But love and memories never die, Every day, in some small way, Memories of you come our way. Miss you, love you. Sending hugs and kisses also to Mom. ~ Lovingly remembered and missed so much by Judy, Sarah and Bob, Steph and Dane , Joey, great grandson Brayden, and three babies on the way. How you would have loved them. __________________________________________________
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WAGNER, Alice Marion - Passed away peacefully on March 28, 2016 at 98 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Philip Wagner (1994). Dear sister of Delbert Matlack and the late Margaret, Alma, Ruby, George, Lewis, Marvin and Thelma. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Alice was a member of the Rebekah Lodge and the Order of the Eastern Star. She loved her family gatherings. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the Essex Area Foodbank. Funeral arrangements under the care of the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.
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What’s Going On... APRIL 1 - MONTHLY PASTA DINNER at St Paul’s Church 5-6:30pm. Call 519776-7711 for more details. APRIL 3 - HERITAGE VILLAGE OPEN HOUSE At CTMHV, 6155 Arner Townline. Free admission and refreshments available for purchase. Starts at 1pm. APRIL 5 - POPUP ART HIVE at the Essex Library, from 6pm-8pm. FREE.
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APRIL 7 - SOPHIE’S MISSION TRIP PASTA FUNDRAISER at Amhersburg Legion, 6PM. Call 519-890-1444 for information.
Another way to steal This was not my experience but of interest as a friend told it to me. It is good to know this could happen. She paid for a product by credit card, which is linked directly to her checking account. She handed it to the young man at the counter. He swiped it and laid it on the counter. While waiting for approval he picked up his cell phone and started dialing. My friend noticed the phone was the same model as hers. Then she heard a click that was the same when her phone takes a picture. He returned her card. He had taken a picture of her credit card, but kept his phone in his hand as if still pressing buttons so she wondered what was going on. Then she realized that when she heard the click he had taken a picture of her card. As she struggled with that thought she realized if his phone had not been the same as hers she would not have known what he was doing. She wanted me to tell you about that experience and the need to be aware all the time when using a credit card. Notice what any person near you may be doing, especially if they have a camera phone. My recent experience has been three phone calls from a person saying they were from Revenue Canada. The most recent one was as I write this. The speaker said I must reply immediately and started to give me a phone number before I hung up. The first caller told me there was something wrong in my tax return of 2013.
APRIL 7-10 2016 Atom A OHF CHAMPIONSHIPS hosted by EMHA and the Atom Major Essex Ravens. Visit www.essexhockey.ca for more details. APRIL 9 - SPRING BAZAAR at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club. From 9am-2pm. APRIL 12 - CREATE YOUR OWN STRING ART at the McGregor Library. From 6:30 8:00pm. Adult and teen program. Register online or at the library. APRIL 14 - TOUR OF THE FAITHVILLE STUDIOS - At Tom & Lorraine Collins on Malden Road in Maidstone, at 7pm. Hosted by Sandwich South Historical Society. APRIL 16 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION - Meeting at Orchard View Golf, 1357 Cty. Rd. 34 at 9am. All welcome. For info: 519-738-3476. APRIL 16 - SATURDAY CRAFTERS from 10am-3pm, at the Essex Retirees’ Centre. More details on Facebook or the blog www.artspaceessex.blogspot.com APRIL 16 - ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH YARD & BAKE SALE - At 92 St. Paul Street, Essex, from 9am-1pm. Call 519-776-7711 for information.
APRIL 19 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - At the Essex Legion Hall Branch 201, 103 Talbot Street N., from 1-7pm. www.blood.ca.
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INCOME TAX Confidential preparation of Personal, Farm, and Senior Returns. Pick up and delivery available. E-file or regular filing. Over 35 years experience. Call Tim Mousseau 519-975-2414 or toll free 1-855-975-2414. 5-12t* _____________________ DEEP ROOTS HOME CARE - Includes personal care, companion & home help. PSW with 10 yrs experience. Afflilated with PSW Assoc. and Liability insurance. 519-300-0575. 10- 3t* _____________________ INCOME TAX PREPARATION: Good rates on personal, rental, and business returns. E-file or paper file. Call Jeannette Grass (519) 776-7090. 6-12t _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavesthrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call 11-tfn Kenneth 519-982-0362. _____________________ SEWING! - Alterations/hemming. Call 519-776-8579. 37-tf _____________________
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As the top executive position for the municipality, the CAO, under Council’s general direction, is responsible for implementing the municipality’s strategic vision and providing effective leadership to the whole organization and is the administrative representative to the community. With the support of the Senior Management Team, the CAO plans, organizes, directs and controls all municipal operations and services in accordance with municipal policies and relevant legislation and oversees and provides leadership/direction to cross-departmental efforts to continuously improve the overall citizen experience. For full details and further information, please see our website at www.essex.ca. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2016 specifying “CAO Search� in the subject line: Tara McGowan Manager of Human Resources 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON, N8M 1A8 Email: tmcgowan@essex.ca Fax: (519) 776-8811
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Jesus is risen! Alleluia! Easter Service was wonderful! 11 people were baptized. Pastor Gerrie spoke on the life-changing message of the cross. Good news! The doctors says Pastor Bonnie’s heart and blood vessels are like a 10-year-olds even though she had bypass surgery 17 years ago! Spring Conference with Pastor Jeff Johns, on April 27-29th. Ladies’ Night Out, April 8th, 7 p.m. (Ages 18-29) at Ashley Johnson’s. Restoration House Healing Rooms, 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee. Open Saturdays, 10 a.m-1 p.m. Happy springtime and be blessed! Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett
Join us for Family Worship at 11 a.m. led by Major Sam Roberts. April 3 is our monthly pot luck luncheon following the service. That same night we invite you to our free movie night at 6 p.m. when we will be presenting “God’s Not Dead !” Community Care Ministry services at the nursing home will be Wed., April 6th at 10:30 a.m. at Iler Lodge and at Country Village Thurs. April 7th at 6:30 p.m. We are hosting a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser for Missions at the church on Wed., April 6th from 5- 7 p.m. Call the church at 519- 776- 4628 if you wish to pick tickets up in advance. Messy Church in April is Thursday the 14th and the 28th, from 6 -8 p.m. This new way of experiencing church is for families with kids of all ages. Join us for a free dinner followed by music, a Bible Story and many crafts and activities. SA Connections meets Tuesdays from 10 -1 and is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a free lunch, crafts, and other activities Following lunch,. Major Shirley Roberts leads Bible Study at 1 p.m. with a video presentation and discussion. See Major Shirley for applications for the Women’s Retreat in September.
Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15am. Rev. Ann will give her message. Carol Mallott will read the Holy Scripture. Mavis Wharf and Bill Olson will greet you at the door. After the service Cheryl and Mack Affleck, and Frank and Marie Little will serve lunch. If you are in need of a ride to church or a special event please contact us at the church office by 2pm the Thursday before. Please don’t forget to say a special prayer for the people on our pray list. Another big event planned is the “BIG MOUTH BIG BOWL CHALLENGE-SOUP EDITION.” Bring your ‘best’ homemade soup, along with the recipe for a chance to win the ‘Golden Ladle’ at Woodslee United on Saturday, April 16, at 5:30-7pm. If you don’t make soup bring your appetite to enjoy soup samples (free will offering) accompanied by salad and desert. This will be a people’s choice award. Entertainment will follow at 7pm. Proceeds for the Roof Replacement on the church hall. Please see/ contact Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-6312 to enter the challenge. Choir Practice: Regular practice returns at Woodslee on Monday at 7:30 pm. New members are always welcome. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Mary Lou Chibi won with high score at Monday Night Pepper. Wally Laframboise had the most Peppers, and Roger Monchamp was low. Judy Kelly had high score at Tues. Afternoon Pepper. Mary Lou Chibi had the most Peppers, and Larry Lane was low. Donna Eyraud had high score at Wednesday Night Pepper. George Diesbourg had the most Peppers, and Don Ames was low. Hope to see everyone at our Spring Bazaar on Saturday, April 9th. Trinity Church Keep in your prayers James, Lorna, Ashton, Debbie, Matthew, and Joanne. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of George Conrick, given by Pat & Sharon Kistulinec & family, in loving memory of Joan Howson, given by Gerry Lester and in loving memory of Steve & Florence Newman, given by George & Diane Newman and family. Happy Birthday this week to Marg Brackell, Ed Paluch, Jon Gunnell, Jack Beaule and Bill Miller. Thank You to Rev. Chris and Bill for their leadership throughout our Easter season and to Ann and the choir for the beautiful music and to everyone who donated and helped decorate our beautiful little Church for this Easter season. “Purses for a purpose” - This is the last week to bring in items to be put in the purses for the ladies who are in need. Your items can be put in the box at the back of the Church. We will fill those purses on Thursday, April 7th, after choir practice. Remember to get your pies ordered for pick up on April 23rd. You can place your order by calling Sharon at 519 839 4579, or leave a message for Brenda at 519-8395184 or the Church office at 519-776-7711. All proceeds will be donated to the roofing fund. We also remember our year long toy drive for kids in our area at Christmas. Toys will be donated to the Cottam/Kingsville fire station for distribution. Please join us on Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery. All are welcome!
Allison. Last Wednesday, we enjoyed a festive afternoon with a delicious Irish stew luncheon, sang Irish songs, accompanied by Fr. Moe and his guitar, and finished the day with some good pepper games. Please note: There will be NO CARDS on Good Friday, March 25. However, we will play on Easter Monday, March 28. Have a Happy Easter with family and friends. For more info, call Irene at 519-975-2283. Essex Baptist Church submitted by Stephanie Winger
Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com. Kid’s Club is offered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson
You are invited to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our weekly Worship Service with Sunday School. Your presence is always a blessing to us and we hope our church family will be a blessing to you! Last Sunday, we celebrated Easter with a triumphant message from Rev. Staples entitled “I’ll Rise Again.” As well, our Senior Choir sang two anthems “Christus Resurrexit” and “Hallelujah! The Lamb Lives Again.” A special thank you is extended to Barry Mannell and Greg Iler for their trumpet accompaniment during the hymn singing. “These Days” – Daily Devotionals for April, May, and June have arrived and are available at the back of the sanctuary. To learn more about our caring Faith Community, please find us at: www. harrowunited.org. Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland
All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is available at 10:15am. On April 3, the Elder on Duty is Glen Rogers, Door Greeters are Daisy & Keith Hicks, and Lock-Up is Floyd Simpkins. On April 10th we will celebrate Holy Baptism. Please plan to attend our Official Board Meeting following the service. The next Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, April 5 at 2pm. Hazel is looking for volunteers for the service. We are making meat pies on Thursday and Friday, April 7 & 8 starting at 9:30 am. A signup sheet is in the hall for those who can help and for those placing orders.
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Woodslee Friendship Club Monday euchre winners were George Diesbourg, Elmer Quinlan, Joan Broeders, Helene Manley, and Shirley Quinlan. Wednesday Pepper winners were George Diesbourg, Joanne McMurren , Aggie Rivait, Mary Demars, Mike Renaud, and Helene Manley. Friday euchre winners were Joanne McMurren, Fran McKim, George Diesbourg, John Broeders, Joan Broeders, George Davidson, Ernie Lariviere, and Tom
Notice to Residents Nominations for Senior of the Year Award Essex Town Council is seeking the names of outstanding local seniors. The Ontario Minister Responsible for Seniors Affairs has invited the Town to participate in the 2016 Senior of the Year Award by forwarding the name of one outstanding local senior who, after the age of 65, has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of our community. Seniors who qualify for the award may have contributed in many different fields, such as the arts, literature, community service, voluntarism, fitness and sport, or humanitarian activities. Please submit nominations, along with a brief description of each nominee’s contributions to our community, in writing to the undersigned by Friday, April 8, 2016. Robert Auger Manager of Legislative Services and Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: 519 776-7336, extension 1132 rauger@essex.ca
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Continued from Page 15 The UCW meets on April 11, in the Simpkins Hall at 1:00 pm. Join us for a Pasta Dinner on April 13, at 6pm. See John, Floyd, Jean, or Nancy for tickets. A Garage & Bake Sale is scheduled for April 23, a Bingo in Simpkins Hall on April 29, and a Detroit River Cruise on June 4. Happy Easter - He has Risen!
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Essex United Church Our Sunday morning worship service begins at 10:30 am. with a fellowship hour following. Our new sanctuary television system is up and running. This will be a wonderful addition in our church life. Essex United will host a “ Meet and Greet “ on Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 1pm-4pm. This will be an opportunity meet our refugee family and to welcome them into the family of United Churches in Essex Presbytery. Come and sit and talk over a cup of tea or coffee and a treat, while the children play together. There will be games for all the children. Cost is a freewill donation to the Presbytery refugee fund. Essex United’s annual Murder Mystery, “The Mystery at Devil’s Gulch,” is coming Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16. Call the church office to get tickets and info. Our Yard Sale and Bake Sale will take place on April 29 and April 30. We are having a concert series this year which we are calling “Fiddler on the Roof.” Jesus is calling us to offer some wonderfully talented folks and to use the proceeds to assist with the roof repair. The first concert will be on Friday, May 6th at 7pm. It will feature the “Avanti Duo.” Please plan to attend and bring friends. Essex Community Services Did you know that specialized Foot Care is provided by Essex Community Services in three convenient locations? Our Foot Care Clinics are open to persons 55+, or any age for those unable to care for their own feet. Let our professionally trained Advanced Foot Care Nurses pamper you with a warm foot soak, nail clipping and filing, treatment of corns, calluses and ingrown nails followed by a relaxing foot/leg massage. Clinics are located in Essex, Harrow and McGregor. The goal of our program is to increase comfort and prevent and treat problems that may lead to immobility. Appointments are required as clinics book up quickly. Call Essex Community Services today to set up an appointment: 519-776-4231.
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The K of C General Meeting is on April 7, Squires on March 28. The Squires Yard Sale is on Sat., April 2, 8am-2pm in the Parish Hall. Donations can be dropped off on Friday from 10am-6pm. The Annual Women’s Conference is on Saturday, May 7 with Keynote Speaker Kimberly Hahn. Tickets and information are available at the Parish Office. God Bless and have a great week! Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. GEMS & Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. All girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 are invited to attend. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. Brooker News By Ruth Newman
Worship Serice is every Sunday morning at 10am. Sunday School is available for the children. Joy Club meets every Tuesday, at 3:30 pm. All young people are welcome! Please plan to attend a Special Business Meeting after church on Sunday, April 3.
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April 23-24, at St. Mary’s or at St. John’s. Everyone is invited to take a tour of the Faithville Production studio at Tom and Lorraine Collins on Thursday, April 14th at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Sandwich South Historical Society. There is a free concert on Sunday, April 10th at 2 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church given by the Essex Community Band. Everyone is welcome! Please keep all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers.
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St. Stephen’s Cemetery Board is asking that all wreaths and blankets be removed from the cemetery by April 2nd at the latest so they can begin their spring clean-up. Mark your calendars for Redeemers 10th annual All You Can Eat Pasta Dinner, 4:00-7:00. Advance tickets or at the door available on Saturday, April 16th. St. Stephen’s Annual Yard Sale is slated for Saturday, April 30th from 8:30-2:00. If you have any treasures you’d like to donate, contact Dave Jessop or leave a message on the church phone. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.
Golden Age Golf Report 41 Golfers Delivered 52 Aces over 36 Holes last Thursday. Three golfers led the way by dropping four aces each. Those golfers with the magic touch were Bryon Walker, Cathy Dewhurst, and Mary Anne Vickery. A Low Score of 17 for 9 holes was acheived by Mary Anne Vickery, Bryon Walker, and Laurie Hylton. Laurie Hylton and Bill Ward had the best socres for 18 holes. Cathy
Dewhurst carded the best score for 36 holes, with a score of 75. The first place team with a score of 237 was carded by Team #10 ( Mike Binder, Bill Ward, Doug Vickery). Team #5 (Marie Lasi,Murray Hartford, Bryon Walker) placed second and Team #2 ( Bill Mayville, Jo Anne Ferguson, Jim Allen, Norbert Gisi) took the third position.
Woodslee Friendship Club The euchre winners for Monday, March 21 were Irene Gignac, Elmer Quinlan, Adrian Diesbourg, Helene Manley, Charles Chevalier and George Diesbourg. Pepper winners on Wednesday were Janette Chevalier, Helene Manley, Rita Glowa, Aggie Rivait, Charles Chevalier, Andrian Diesbourg, and Judy MacKenzie. There were no cards played on Friday. For more info call Irene at 519-975-2283.
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Thank you to all who participated and volunteered to help make our Easter Masses inspirational and beautiful. Congratulations to Monica Delicatta and Karla McCarthy who were received into the Church at Easter. Our St. John’s/St. Mary’s Jubilee Refugee Committee will coordinate a new Parish Family Photo Directory. Photo sessions take place the beginning of June. More information can be found in brochures distributed this weekend at both churches. The Jubilee Refugee Committee of St. John’s and St. Mary’s will have two fundraisers: a Bake Sale after each Mass at both sites this weekend April 2nd and 3rd and a Bottle Drive. So please save your beer and liquor bottles and drop them off on
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Windsor-built 1952 Ford convertible remembered
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Kessler wins bronze at nationals
1952 Ford convertible in sales brochure.
A few dozen stories ago, I covered the Windsor-built 1952 Meteor Customline 2-door sedan purchased by Ben Koop of Leamington, Ontario, in 1953, when the car was just one year old. He found it on a used car lot at Tecumseh and Walker Road in Windsor. The car had no radio, and that indicated to Ben that the previous owner was not a young guy who drove the heck out of it. Ben installed a radio and a set of Firestone whitewalls and put his foot to the floor. He picked Firestone because they made the loudest squeal and he told me he could squeal his tires in all three gears. Now fast forward to December 2015 when I saw Ben at a Christmas supper at a local church. I told him a fellow phoned me recently from up around Kenora whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restoring a 1952 Meteor convertible. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wow!â&#x20AC;? said Ben. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I had my â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 Meteor, a fellow who worked at Heinz drove a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 Ford convertible. His name was Ed Kroeker.â&#x20AC;? I asked Ben what colour was it. Ben replied: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was red.â&#x20AC;? I said I could remember Don Cleghorn driving a red â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 Ford convertible around town in the 1950s. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when Ben said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know. Ed sold his car to Don. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking about the same car!â&#x20AC;? Now it was my turn to say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wow!â&#x20AC;? I headed home after the church supper and opened my 1952 Ford sales brochure, knowing there was a convertible in there but I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember the colour. Bingo! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s red and reproduced here. All 1952 Fords had several exciting new features never before seen on a Ford. It was the first year for a curved one-piece windshield. It was the first year for brake and clutch pedals mounted pendulum-like on the firewall instead of coming up through holes in the floor. And it was the first year for Ford having the gas filler neck in the middle at the back, right behind the license plate. Now it no longer mattered which side of the pumps you pulled up on. The hose would always reach the middle. Under the hood of Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 convertible was Henry Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous flathead V8 introduced exactly 20 years earlier. By 1952, the engine had 239 cubic inches with 110 horsepower. Meanwhile, Ben Koopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 Meteor Customline had the 255 cubic inch Mercury V8 with 120 horsepower. If Don or Ed ever challenged Ben to a drag race, the extra 10 horsepower under Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hood would definitely put him out front! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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: â&#x20AC;&#x153;OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.â&#x20AC;?
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by Fred Groves Essex District High School grad Emily Kessler won the bronze medal at the recent Senior National Wrestling Championships held in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Competing in the 55 kg womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division, Kessler was wrestling for her university, the University of Winnipeg Wesmen. She was named the Wesmen female wrestler MVP and will head to Spain in June for a training camp. â&#x20AC;˘ Another grad for EDHS, Cameron Branch, recently received recognition as a CIS Academic All-Canadian. The Nipissing University (North Bay) menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s volleyball team outside hitter qualified for this award by having an 80 percent or better average in 2014/15. On the court this year he led the Lakers with a 4.5 points average per set and he was the OUA leader with 313 kills. â&#x20AC;˘ There is still a lot of hockey yet to be played, and the annual Bill Jones Sr. 3-on-3 tournament is set to go April 15-17 at
the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Three games are guaranteed for each team. Novice to adult divisions will be offered, along with recreational
and competitive divisions in the adult group, as well as a girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; division. â&#x20AC;˘ From the baseball diamond, Cottamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mitch Hudvagner had a hit and a couple of walks on Friday as the Madonna Crusaders beat Cornerstone 3-2 in university baseball action. â&#x20AC;˘ William J Leon had a great day at the horse harness race track in London on Friday. His horse Victoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peanut was second in the fourth race at Western, and then in the seventh race, Lyndale Delite was third. â&#x20AC;˘ Also from Western, Goldies Mach, owned and trained by Essexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gordon Mcdonnell, was second in the ninth race on Wednesday. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.
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73’s take 3-0 lead over Dorchester in OHA quarter finals
William Stadder battles four Dorchester Dolphins for the loose puck during game three played at home on Sunday.
by Garrett Fodor Off the heels of winning the Great Lakes Junior “C” Hockey League championship, Essex began playing in the OHA quarter finals last week as the defending Schmalz Cup champion. The first step in the 73’s path to defending their title began against the Dorchester Dolphins last Tuesday. Dorchester’s series also ended when
Essex’s did, going the maximum distance. The 73’s met the Dolphins at the same stage two years ago. For Essex, Tuesday was the last game without starting goaltender Trevor Wheaton. His replacement, Matthew Badour, did as well of a job as any. The game had a ‘feeling out’ process, with Dorchester struggling to find its game. The game
was described as being “high tempo” and “very offensively minded.” For Badour and the 73’s defense, this was a great feat as they kept Dorchester to two goals and 29 shots on net. Essex was quick to capitalize in the game with the chances Dorchester offered, including on the power play; a point that is seen throughout the series. Essex has netted
Essex netminder Trevor Wheaton attempts to see through a screen during his shutout Friday night against Dorchester.
13 power play goals, including three goals and the game winner on Tuesday in its 5-2 win. The series shifted to Dorchester on Friday. The key point in the storyline for that game was discipline. Essex’s Matthew Rosati was ejected two minutes into the game for checking from behind. Dorchester lost three skaters through the course of the game for
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misconducts, including abuse of an official, while its starting goaltender Riley Brown left injured. For the Essex fans who made the drive up, it was quite the game. Essex controlled the play and tempo once again. Essex managed four goals from four different skaters on 58 shots, while Trevor Wheaton was perfect in making 28 saves in his first Schmalz cup appearance since 2012. The 73’s would win Friday’s game 4-0. Game three was held
on Sunday, which was likely a game changer for the series. The Dolphins played without its starting goaltender, Brown. His replacement was not able to stop the 73’s charge. During the second period, Essex’s offense exploded for eight goals on 22 shots, including seven power play goals in the frame. While Essex would slow its offense down in the third period, it prevailed 10-0 with Wheaton and Badour splitting the shutout.
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Essex skater achieves Provincial silver
Jake Ellis shows off the silver medal he won during the Skate Ontario Provincial Championships that were hosted in Sudbury from March 17-19.
by Sylene Argent Ten-year old Jake Ellis of Essex was excited to have a silver medal placed around his neck after having competed in the Juvenile Men under 12 years of age division in the Skate Ontario Provincial Championships that were hosted in Sudbury from March 17-19. Ellis took second place out of five competitors with his routine set to the musical them of “Casablanca.” He dresses in costume to enhance his on-ice
performance. His mom said her son is an entertainer on the ice, in addition to having the technical skill, which makes planning the routine fun. “I was mostly excited, but was a little nervous,” Ellis said of heading in to compete in the Provincial tournament. He was hoping to skate well and to have a good program, and he was excited to walk away from the tournament with a silver medal. He qualified to compete in the Skate Ontario Provincial Championships after having placed in the top three at the Western Ontario Star Skate Championships held in Sarnia in February. Not only did Ellis place in the top three, but won the division. He used the same routine at the Western Ontario meet as the one he performed at the Provincials. He began learning that routine in September with his new skate coach Lori Lafferty-Vilneff. He is currently skating with the competitive South Windsor Skating Club. Skating with Lafferty-Vilneff has been an awesome experience, Ellis said, adding he practices his on-ice skills four times a week. Ellis got his start in figure skating when his parents Kristi and Mark signed him up for power skating lessons. Kristi explained both sides of the family are really into hockey, and thought her son would want to play. Watching other skaters perform jumps,
however, caught Ellis’s eye, and he soon after made the announcement he wanted to change his on-ice vocation from hockey to figure skating. Now, jumping is the part Ellis especially enjoys about his on-ice career. Kristi noted her son plays baseball in the summer. Many of his teammates play hockey with the Ravens and recently were provincial champions. It is nice to see these youth take provincial championships in their preferred winter sports, she said. Ellis and his sister Summer skate with
the South Windsor Skating Club, and his brother Kadyn plays travel hockey with the Ravens. Now that the Provincial Championship is over, Ellis will continue to work on improving his figure skating skills, and is looking forward to competing in a different level that could allow him to qualify for a Canadian competition if next year’s season goes well enough. Ellis is thankful for the great coaching and support. He hopes to one day represent his country at the Olympics.