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KDHS Tech Zone “Dragula” wins two awards at Detroit Autorama -it is now on display at the CTMHVby Sylene Argent Students from Kingsville District High School’s Tech Zone participated in the three-day Autorama show, which was held at the Detroit Cobo Center over the weekend. Their car, called “Dragula,” is a custom, student-built dragster. It was created as a replica of a car used on the “Munsters” TV series from the 1960s. The unique, head-turning vehicle won two first place awards during the Autorama show, including the “Best of All High School Entries” award and the “Special Build, Special Design” award, which has teacher, Gord Osborne, thrilled. Osborne, who could not believe the car did so well at the show, could not be prouder of his students. When the awards were being announced, Osborne said he was one of around 900 individuals in a huge auditorium. Two projectors were overhead, showing photos of the cars that won certain awards. When it came time to announce the “Special Build, Special Design” winner, the fourth-place car was shown first, and Osbourne thought it would be hard to defeat a car of that magnitude. So, he figured his students’ car was out of the running. When Dragula was announced as the first-place winner, Osborne thought, ‘No way, we just beat professionals.’ “It was an amazing moment,” he said. Osborne said Dragula received a lot of attention over the weekend, with having attracted many visitors who wanted to learn more. Around 80 KDHS students, under the age of 17, worked on the car in some capacity. Those students were from Osborne’s auto shop, in addition to students from other classes, including Machine Shop and woodshop. It took around a year-and-a-half to build the car. No one over the age of 17 fabricated the car, he noted.
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“It was pretty collaborative,” Osborne said of creating the car. “And, the support from [the school’s] administration was unbelievable. “This will really give kids pride, to really be proud of going to school,” Osborne said of the win. Osborne said he has always been a motorhead and enjoys teaching, where he brings students into his world of working on vehicles. Dragula is now on display at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV), where area residents and automotive enthusiasts can revel in the workmanship the students put into this unique project. Osborne said the vehicle is located right
inside the Museum’s lobby, with its awards. “It’s a beautiful place. It is great for the community to see what students around the area can do,” he said. Those who would like to see Dragula can visit this Museum, located just outside Essex Centre on the Arner Townline, until March 22. The CTMHV is open Wednesday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
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Lieutenant Governor Hon. Elizabeth Dowdeswell visits Lakeshore Photo submitted
submitted to EFP The Lieutenant Governor made an official visit to the Town of Lakeshore’s Atlas Tube Centre on Tuesday, February 26. Her Honour met with Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain, as well as leaders
in the community, for a roundtable discussion on economic growth in Lakeshore and surrounding municipalities. The roundtable theme on economic growth included discussion on accomplishments,
sustainability, and challenges in Lakeshore and the region. It was evident from the discussions that community leaders are positive about the region’s future. The Lieutenant Governor encouraged
everyone to continue to work together and was delighted to hear about the strong sense of place and belonging the people of the Essex region share and celebrate. Her Honour enjoys convening and connecting with Ontarians to think long-term about the future and plan together to achieve collective goals. She encouraged everyone to let the rest of Ontario and the world know about the hidden gem that is Lakeshore and the Essex Region. She saw Lakeshore as a home of builders and growers and looks forward to telling Lakeshore’s story.
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Maple Syrup Festival expanded to include a lumberjack theme
by Sylene Argent The volunteers and staff members of the John R. Park Homestead welcomed many enthusiastic visitors to the annual Maple Syrup Festival over the weekend. This year, the Maple Syrup Festival was expanded to cover an entire weekend, with the Saturday theme
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EDHS students earn Youth Community Heritage Preservation Award wrote “The Wheels Stopped,” which was about Essex’ history, including the Essex Railway explosion. It also highlighted the evolution of the town from basically being created because of the rail lines to no longer having trains pass through but continuing to enjoy growth. The three award winners agreed they enjoyed participating in the unique writing assignment, not only Town Planner, Rita Jabbour, and Councillor Morley Bowman presented EDHS grade because they got to be creative, 12 students Brian Neufeld, Josh Birch, and Erik Wolgen with the Youth Community but because they learned a little Heritage Preservation Award last Thursday. Also pictured are the students’ grade 12 bit about the town’s history. English Teacher, Mandi Scherer, and Principal, Mike Hawkins. Participating in the project also heightened their appreciation, by Sylene Argent and curiosity about local history. Neufeld noted he always Three Essex District High School students were presented did have an appreciation for heritage. with the Town of Essex’s Youth Community Heritage The Town of Essex began looking at the significance of Preservation Award on Thursday, February 28 for having local history in around the late ‘80s when planning began to submitted outstanding creative works into the program. restore the historic Essex Railway Station. That appreciation Through the program, local students were challenged to for local history continued with the mural program, combine their creative prowess with local history. Councillor Morley Bowman said, who presented the awards On behalf of the Essex Municipal Heritage Committee, to the students. Rita Jabbour, Essex’s Town Planner, congratulated local Appreciating history means looking back and “realizing high school students Erik Wolgen, Josh Birch, and Brian Neufeld for having earned the Youth Community Heritage how we got where we are today. I am here to remind you all, you are a part of history as it goes on,” Bowman told the Preservation Awards. The winning students were in Mandi Scherer’s grade 12 three grade 12 EDHS students who earned the Town’s Youth English class at the local high school, who took on the task Community Heritage Preservation Award. During the February 19 meeting of Essex Council, of creating and submitting creative works, reflective of local Jabbour, who is also the Town’s liaison on the Essex history, into the program. Scherer included this unique heritage project in her class Municipal Heritage Committee, took a few minutes to curriculum as it gave the students an opportunity to get out recognize history-minded groups and individuals. At of the classroom and walk around town to learn more about this time, she announced the Youth Community Heritage local history. The students were able to gather the Town’s Preservation Award winners and also presented the history from staff at the Essex Railway Station and from Community Heritage Preservation Award to the Essex & Community Historical Research Society (ECHRS) and the Essex Centre’s many murals. She said the students seemed to have a lot of fun Harrow Early Immigrant Research Society (HEIRS) as part of this recognition program. participating in the program. Both groups, she said, were presented with the award to For this special assignment, Birch wrote a story called, recognize their outstanding contribution to the preservation “My Final, Abnormal Checkup,” which was about the Essex and celebration of local heritage. railway explosion where he explained the incident from The awards presentation coincided with celebrating the workers’ point of view. Wolgen wrote “The Tomato Heritage Week, which took place from February 18-24. Family’s Mural,” which highlighted this agrarian industry as his mother used to farm this product in her youth. Neufeld
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I don’t have kids, by choice, and so I am by no means an expert on raising a child. However, I think I have always been a collaborator, and with that comes a quality of sharing information with others for the benefit of the greater good. Sometimes I am amazed at how people behave, for the good or the bad. I feel for parents who having to deal with a young child who is having a meltdown in the middle of the store, but I can certainly feel annoyed by the parent who ignores a misbehaving child, allowing for a disruption for everyone else in the vicinity. In those better instances, I just want to high-five a parent when I think he or she just took an opportunity to pass along information, those life lessons, onto their kids. I experienced such a situation recently. While stopping to pick something up recently, at a larger store within
the region that did have an option for self-checkout, a dad standing behind me in line, in the regular check-out, asked his son why they were not using the self-check out line, to which the boy, likely around 12-years-old, said it takes away a job from someone else. The dad then spoke about the affects that could have and the importance of supporting jobs, and the boy nodded appreciatively. I couldn’t help but turn around, smile and mouth the words, “good job.” The dad responses with a big smile and a nod. While some may enjoy using “self-checkouts,” and I am not beating up on them here, though it is my preference to be helped by an individual for a variety of reasons, I was just impressed with the conversation. Just by pointing it out, it taught the boy to think critically. The occasion made me wonder how many parents (or friends or
relatives who may be shopping together) actually take the time to discuss the pros and cons of not only self-checkouts, but other matters as well. I read something recently, and I am not sure who said it, but the paraphrasing of this statement was along the lines of the avoidance of talking about religion and politics has led to people not being able to discuss those files at all. And, I would perhaps extend that to include social issues as well. I love to question, and I have always thought it was ok to discuss issues, even the sensitive ones, so long as we remain respectful. How else is anyone to learn. We are always teaching one another, whether we like it or not.
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submitted to EFP After 19 years as General Manager of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), Neil Currie has announced his retirement. As the longest-serving General Manager in the organization’s 83-year history, Currie will continue in his role until August 30, 2019. “We’re grateful for Neil’s long-term leadership of OFA, Canada’s largest general farm organization,” says Keith Currie, OFA president. “He has seen the organization through significant changes and challenges – numerous governments, complete board restructuring, farm financial highs and lows, and changes of office
locations. Neil leaves OFA with a strong team to meet all future challenges.” A hiring committee has been established to assist OFA in the search process for a new general manager. The organization hopes to begin interviewing potential candidates in late spring. Job posting details will be announced in the near future. “From every one of our staff, board, and the 38,000 members we serve – we thank Neil for his outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to Ontario agriculture,” says Currie. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is the largest general farm organization in Ontario, representing 38,000 farm families across the province. As a dynamic farmer-led organization based in Guelph, the OFA works to represent and champion the interests of Ontario farmers through government relations, farm policy recommendations, research, lobby efforts, community representation, media relations, and more. OFA is the leading advocate for Ontario’s farmers and is Ontario’s voice of the farmer.
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Essex Council Notes for Monday, March 4 by Sylene Argent and Adam Gault Council recognizes CAO for 17-years of service On behalf of the Council for the Town of Essex, Mayor Larry Snively recognized outgoing CAO Donna Hunter at her last Council meeting. “She did one great job,” Snively said, noting Hunter served the Town of Essex for 17 years as Treasurer, Director of Corporate Services, and CAO. “It’s an understatement to say she has made a lasting impact on our community. “In her time as Treasurer, Director, and most recently as CAO, Donna has done so much more than improve the financial health of our municipality. She led the transition to the Ontario Provincial Policing Model, made the financial case for a new twin pad arena in Essex Centre, and transitioned the Town to be the sole shareholder of ELK,” Snively said. “As Chief Administrator, Donna brought a depth of knowledge and a positive attitude to the Council table. As an elected leader, I have been able to count on her as a source of accurate information, which helps my collogues and I carry out our vision” Snively said of Hunter. Snively thanked Hunter for her service to the Town of Essex. Hunter said it has been
a pleasure to serve the residents and Council of the Town of Essex. She said serving the Town has been a lot of fun. Increment tax increase to fund multipleresidential development charges At the February 19 Meeting of Essex Council, developers Murray Van Wieringen and Terry Jones requested Council consider eliminating development fees in Ward One for the proposed build of a multiple-residential dwelling on lands at 22 Victor Street, the site of the former Weston Bakery. The current build budget is $13-14 million for this particular building, which is proposed to be a sixstorey building with 57, two-bedroom apartments. The units are planned to be rented for $1250 to $1700 per month. Council then gave three readings to the Site Plan Control Agreement for the property. Council then discussed Corporate Service’s Report, “Waiving MultiResidential Development Charges.” The report focused on multiresidential development charges in general, as a strategy, which could be applied to all similar strategies. Jeff Morrison, Director of Corporate Services, explained the incremental tax increase model that has been used for commercial
development and could be used for multi-dwelling development, if Council so chooses to do. This model directs the taxes received after development, which are higher than before development occurs, to go back to pay the development charges that were waived during construction. He recommended then that the waste-water potion would not be waived. This model, depending of the situation, could leave the Town with no tax revenue from the facility once it is built for a few years as the development fees waived have to be paid back. Morrison went over this model again on Monday evening as Council tabled as the report, “Waiving Multi-Residential Development Charges” so the Town could look into what other municipalities offer developers in terms of waiving development charges. On Monday, the report was brought back to the table for discussion.
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Councillor Steve Bjorkman, who was absent at the previous meeting, watched the meeting video. He chided Council for, at one point during the previous meeting, looking to the audience for input during the discussion. “We don’t ask for influence outside of the table,” he said, as Council reps are elected to make those decisions. He was not in favour of waiving the wastewater fees on these types of developments. He said, over the last two years, Essex taxpayers have put $4million into wastewater and storm water infrastructure. He did like the idea of using the incremental tax increment model. It was noted during the meeting, the development charges for this specific property would be $123,000. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche agreed with Bjorkman, but suggested the waste-water charges be deferred for a period of Continued on Page 6
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Essex Council Notes... time, while construction is underway. Councillors Sherry Bondy and Kim Verbeek wanted to see the wastewater waived as they noted there is a need for rental units in Essex. Bondy went as far to say it was unfortunate the developers were not going to build in Harrow as waste-water charges are waived there presently. “It is unfortunate that you picked Essex Centre, but maybe come to Harrow. I don’t know,” Bondy said. “I’m sick of sitting here in stagnation.” There is a lot of competition around the
Town, she said, adding she didn’t want to risk the lot sitting vacant. “It’s shortterm pain for long-term gain,” she said. Verbeek said every avenue should be looked at to embrace “this gift.” She added development brings in new individuals as well. It was pointed out during discussions that the decision Council makes affects all multiresidential development, not just this specific build. Council then moved to use the incremental tax increase model for multiresidential dwellings and to defer waste-water
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charges until 18 months from the completion of construction. Bondy wants proxy loopholes closed Councillor Sherry Bondy said she recently contacted the OPP regarding proxy loopholes during municipal elections. The OPP is currently investigating proxy voting uses in relation to the 2018 Essex election. Bondy said she was told there is no reason why Essex can’t look at how to close proxy loopholes. There could be a by-election, before the next regular election, because they do happen, as noticed in 2017 when former Essex Councillor Bill Caixeiro resigned. Knowing that, Bondy would like to have that investigated sooner than later. Proposed Restructuring of Union Water Supply System update Council received a report Andy Graf,
Essex’s Manager of Environmental Services, submitted, regarding the proposed restructuring of Union Water Supply Systems (UWSS), and ongoing updates with the respective restructuring process. The UWSS has its origins in an Area Water System set up by the Ontario Water Resources Commission in 1959. The system was owned and operated by the Province until 2001. Under “The Municipal Water & Sewage Transfer Act, 1997,” the ownership of the common system was formally transferred from the Province to the four municipalities in 2001. The governance of the common system was then given to the Joint Board of Management of the Union Water Supply System. The present Board has six Leamington representatives, four Kingsville representatives, and one each from Essex and Lakeshore. In April 2018, the Union Water Supply System (UWSS) and its retained
financial consultant, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, and legal consultant, Willis Business Law, presented its report on the draft Business Case for Proposed Restructuring of UWSS into a Municipal Services Corporation (MSC) to all affected municipal councils. In regards to the proposed restructuring, Essex administration senses the main concerns identified in the legal review that triggered the corporate restructuring process have not been properly addressed, such as municipal and individual liability, selffinancing and debt, staffing levels and financial/legal expertise, funding opportunities, and corporate capacity, among other concerns. The Town of Essex will continue to work with UWSS on these issues to facilitate the most effective solutions. Youth Members to be appointed from across Essex Councillor Kim Verbeek put forward a Notice of Motion that the Procedural Bylaw be revised to allow Youth Members be appointed to Council, regardless of the ward they reside in. Currently, one Youth Councillor must be from either Ward 1 or 2, with the other being from either Ward 3 or 4. This change would allow the two Youth Council Members to be appointed from anywhere within the municipality.
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“It’s really important for us to make every effort to encourage our youth to get involved, especially with local government,” Verbeek explained. “Inviting them to the table. I think is just really important.” Currently, Ehva Hoffman is the only Youth Member on Council, representing Wards 1 and 2, with the designated Wards 3 and 4 position sitting empty. The motion carried. Verbal report to clarify role of Climate Change Coordinator Councillor Chris Vander Doelen put forward a Notice of Motion that Administration provide a verbal report to Council to provide further details and/or clarify the terms and role of the Climate Change Coordinator position as put forward in the 2019 Operating Budget. This will include providing confirmation that the position is a temporary, short-term contract position for no more than a two-year duration, which will be subsidized at a rate of at least 80 percent by outside agencies. This position was added to the 2019 budget as part of a funding incentive provided by the federal government. It would adhere to the provisions as outlined in the budget and that which was outlined as per Councillor Vander Doelen’s Notice of Motion. The motion carried.
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Council moves onto next step in rezoning “Highway Commercial” zoned properties by Sylene Argent On Monday evening, Essex Council hosted a statutory meeting to consider an amendment to the Town of Essex Official Plan and to Zoning Bylaw 1037. Essex’s Policy Planner, Jeff Watson, said the purpose of the meeting was to start discussions on possibly amending the Town of Essex Official Plan to permit lands designated “Highway Commercial” and zoned C3.1 within Essex and Harrow Centres be
rezoned to also permit multiple dwelling units and residential care facility uses. This was to accommodate more residential development in these areas, because the multiple dwelling zoning is not available on those sites, Watson said. The Planning Department investigated where residential development, in larger areas, can take place in Harrow and Essex Centres. Through the report to Council, the
Planning Department recommended Council consider that for lands designated “Highway Commercial” in the Official Plan, located in the Essex Centre and Harrow Centre Settlement Areas, a “multiple dwelling and a residential care facility” be added as additional permitted uses. It was further proposed that under General Zoning Bylaw, Commercial Districts be amended to permit multiple dwelling units either in a free-
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standing building, as in a townhome or multiple dwelling units either in a free-standing building or in combination with a non-residential use. It was also recommended care facilities be an additional permitted use as well. This would be subject to appropriate regulations. It was also proposed that the Essex Centre and Harrow Centre Community Improvement Plans (CIP) be amended to provide conversion grant funding for multiple dwelling unit conversations of ground floor commercial space. Lands designated Highway Commercial and zoned C3.1, situated in the Essex Centre and Harrow Settlement Areas include existing residential properties on Talbot Street North, vacant parcels on the east side of Talbot and the Essex Motel, 263 Talbot Street, the vacant parcels further back to the Talbot Street/Maidstone Avenue intersection, and properties next to 255 and 259 Talbot.
Properties in Harrow Centre were also highlighted. The majority of Essex and Harrow Centre will not be affected by this as they are already built up, Watson noted. Watson said a low rental vacancy rate for rental or condominium dwellings, being within walking distance to the downtown, and with lot size permitting adequate buffering and a building orientation to minimize nuisances, as development advantages. Some development consideration for Talbot Street include storm water management, sanitary sewer capacity limits, and potential traffic impacts. In Harrow Centre, Watson explained low rental vacancy rate for rental or condominium dwellings and a smalltown flavour, in walking distance to services and shops, are development advantages. Development considerations for Queen Street include storm water management, potential sanitary sewer
capacity, and nuisances from industrial and other non-residential activities. If Essex Council wants to implement these changes, a bylaw would need to be adopted. Official Plan amendments must go to the County at that point, Watson said. The Planning Department will submit a report to Council on this file in the near future. Councillor Morley Bowman said he thought it was a good idea, but wondered if this rezoning would take highway commercially zoned land away from the Town. This would be added as an addition use to the land Watson noted. Mayor Larry Snively said there is a huge shortage of housing in Essex and saw this as a great opportunity. He urged fellow Council reps to consider the Zoning Bylaw amendment. Council received the presentation and directed administration to take the next steps in the process.
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Maple Syrup Festival... Comedian/musician Jon Brett enters CBC’s Next Up by Sylene Argent Following an unsuccessful attempt of advancing into the second round of CBC’s Searchlight, a music competition, local musician Jon Brett, who writes comical songs, has entered and successfully moved onto the second round of CBC Comedy’s Next Up. The local musician, who enjoys writing songs with a comical twist, explained CBC Comedy’s Next Up competition is seeking to find some of Canada’s funniest people.
Brett was happy to announce he was selected as one of the top 100 amateur Canadian comedians who entered into CBC Comedy’s Next Up competition. This advancement earned him a spot in the competition’s second round. Just as the Searchlight competition, Brett entered his newest tune, “Kill it With Fire,” as the entry for the Next Up competition. The song was written after the Essex musician came across peculiar news stories on the internet
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that included individuals using an extreme measure that may have led to the burning down of their house to get rid of spiders. Brett said the genre in which he writes his own music may vary, but all of his song lyrics are comical. “I want [my listeners] to laugh, enjoy it, and I want it to be a surprise,” Brett has said of his music. “Most songs start one way, then change with that element of surprise. My main goal is to get [my song] stuck in their heads. So far, I have been successful in that regard.” To advance in the CBC Next Up competition, Brett needs online support. Those wishing to support Brett in this competition can vote online at www.cbc.ca/ nextup/ until March 15th. The contest website notes CBC Comedy’s Next Up will give one winner the opportunity to perform at the 2019 Ha!ifax ComedyFest. On March 20, 2019, CBC Comedy will reveal the top 10, who will be chosen between a combination of votes, results from social media challenges, and overall comedic quality. A panel of comedy industry professionals will then select a winner from the top ten finalists. The winner will be revealed on March 29, 2019. To hear more of Brett’s music, check out youtube.com/jonbrett.
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being dedicated to the “lumberjack.” Kris Ives, Curator of the John R. Park Homestead, was pleased the event attracted so many enthusiastic visitors on the Saturday, many of whom dressed in plaid and fuzzy toques to embrace the lumberjack theme. As is tradition, maple syrup making, and tasting, stations were set up throughout the homestead grounds, which described the maple syrup process from tapping a tree to how it ends up on the table. Other stations highlighted the games youth would have enjoyed in the pioneer days and duties adults carried-out, including woodworking and blacksmithing. In addition to the traditional stations, Saturday’s portion of the event included “lumberjack” chores for families to try, including sawing and hammering, and games that challenged visitors’ balance upon a log. A special craft on Saturday had the youth create a moustache they could take home with them. Beard and moustache competitions were also held. Sunday featured the new “Backyard MapleMaker’s competition,” where visitors had the chance to have their homemade syrup judged by expert, award-winning maple producer, Jean Giffin. There are many unique aspects of the John R. Park Museum, including that this living museum is a conservation area that celebrates the connection between nature and history, Ives noted during the event as patrons lined up to sample maple taffy in the snow. Indigenous people first discovered the maple-making process, and taught it to early settlers, Ives added. Over the years, the tools used during the process may have changed, but the ration, typically 40 units of sap to create one unit of syrup, is still standard. For more information abut upcoming events, log onto https:// essexregionconservation.ca/education-and-events/category/events/.
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Proposed development for former Harrow Junior School property gets public airing by Kyle Reid Essex Town Council held a special public meeting on Tuesday, February 26, at the Harrow & Colchester South Community Centre, to inform residents, and receive feedback, about a rezoning application made to construct 17 semi-detached dwellings, consisting of 34 total units, in the location of the former Harrow Junior School. The proposal, made by an unnamed, numbered company, would potentially see the old school demolished to allow for the new housing on the property. While the nearly 20 residents who attended the meeting expressed a few concerns with the development plans, most were happy to hear the location would be put to use after it has sat vacant for nearly five years. Ward 4 Councillor Sherry Bondy spoke to the crowd who attended the
meeting, noting that the abandoned property has been an ongoing issue for her since the school was decommissioned in 2014. “We’ve had a lot of issues with property standards, so I’m glad you’re here tonight looking at solutions to developing it,” Bondy said. “We want to see Harrow grow. If we don’t see Harrow grow, we’re going to stay behind.” According to a presentation, delivered by Town Policy Planner, Jeff Watson, the re-zoning application would have an allowed maximum building height of two storeys. According to representatives of the landowners who attended the meeting, however, the plan would be to construct single level houses, which would be suitable for seniors. The value of the individual units would be around $300,000 to $350,000, which is in line
with area property values, Watson said. And, while the idea to develop the abandoned property was supported by most residents in attendance, some commented they believe that until they see a sight plan for the development, they couldn’t express much concern. Others were unhappy that an unnamed company is proposing the development, and the proponents had employed agents from Haddad Morgan and Associates, an engineering consultation firm, to attend the meeting on their behalf. Some also expressed concern about capacity in the area for storm water retention and management, with Council noting that an updated plan will need to be submitted before the rezoning is either approved or denied. It was noted that the Town intends on entering a
2019 Local living wage calculations released submitted to EFP On Friday, March 1, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) released the 2019 Living Wage calculations for Windsor and Essex County. The Living Wage is calculated based on a provincial standard using local data. The 2019 Living Wage for Windsor and Essex County is $15.15/hour when an employer does not provide family health benefits, and $14.00/hour when the employer provides family health benefits. The 2019 Living Wage represents a 34-cent per hour increase over the 2018 Living Wage. The Living Wage is different from the minimum wage. The Living Wage is based on the real cost of goods and services in our community. A Living Wage can help Windsor and Essex County residents live their lives in the face of rising costs. It can also provide increased opportunities for Windsor and Essex County residents to take part in social and community activities. For employers, paying a Living Wage may lead to improved productivity, increased
employee loyalty, and decreased costs associated with absent staff, training, and employee turnover. Paying a Living Wage is a key way that employers can show the community that they are a socially conscious business. Living Wage employers recognize that paying a Living Wage is an investment in a strong local economy and a healthy, vibrant community. Applying to become a Living Wage employer is easy. Simply visit the WECHU website and complete the online application form. Applications are typically reviewed within days and certification usually occurs shortly afterward. Living Wage Certified employers will receive a package, which includes a mounted certificate, door decals, social media promotion, and recognition on WECHU’s website. In addition, all Living Wage employers will be formally recognized at the annual Gord Smith Healthy Workplace and Bike Friendly Awards Breakfast in October. For more information visit www.wechu.org/ living-wage.
Approximately 20 Harrow residents gathered in the Community Room at the Harrow & Colchester South Community Centre on Tuesday, February 26 to participate in a public meeting regarding a new development proposed for the former Harrow Junior School location.
cost-sharing agreement for a reconstruction of a portion of the storm water system in the area. While the cost to the Town has yet to be determined on that matter, the 2019 budget included $150,000 for upgrades to the Harrow Junior School storm water system. Bondy noted Council earmarked that money specifically to make improvements to the area, and that the development will further add to those upgrades already on tap from Council. “We’ve earmarked it in our budget, saying we want to make improvements in the area, too,” Bondy said. “So, when we get a development, we’re
going to get additional improvements in the area. I think it has the potential to benefit all of us, as long as we get our concerns out there.” Bondy said Council will take the concerns, questions, and feedback from residents, and will
return with answers at a future public meeting about the development. A report will go to Council on March 18 with specific recommendations on whether the re-zoning application should be approved.
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Amherstburg Freedom Museum extending Black History Month exhibit
Amherstburg Freedom Museum Curator, MaryKatherine Whelan, stands next to a painting of former Windsor Alderman, Walter Perry, which is on display at the museum. The painting is part of a special Black History Month exhibit, which will extend through March.
by Kyle Reid While Black History Month officially ended last month, the Amherstburg Freedom Museum will continue to celebrate by extending an exhibit of rarely seen materials from the Museum’s collection through March. The exhibit showcases the stories behind rare artifacts and recently acquired items, according to Museum Curator, MaryKatherine Whelan. Like many museums, she said, the Amherstburg Freedom Museum can display only about 10 percent of its collection. The new exhibit, however, allows for the display of some rarely seen items, which document the lives of Black Canadians in Windsor-Essex and Canada. The temporary exhibit, which is located on the upper floor of the main Museum, displays paintings, photographs, scrapbooks, and a variety of other artifacts. The exhibit is designed to
evoke conversations about race and politics, by educating patrons about the connection that Windsor-Essex had to the Underground Railroad, but, also, the more shameful connection to the slave trade and policies of segregation following the abolishment of slavery. A three-page petition from 1921 to Amherstburg Town Council regarding a Board of Health order, advising a theatre to “exclude all coloured people” is on exhibit, as is an accompanying article from the local newspaper at the time. The raciallymotivated order alleged that allowing Black Canadians into the theatre increased the public health risk of smallpox. The order and petition, Whelan said, is particularly surprising for some people who come to the exhibit. “A lot of people don’t think of that happening, especially in the 1920s,” Whelan said. “But the laws didn’t really change
that quickly…we focus on the Underground Railroad being one part of the journey that people took, [but] the other part was people settling in Canada and building lives here; and it wasn’t easy.” Manacles used to restrain slaves, on loan from the Canadian Museum of Human Rights, are also on exhibit, as are signs from the southern United States during the Jim Crowe era, which were used to point African Americans in the direction of black washrooms. Also included in the exhibit are photographs of Museum co-founder, Mac Simpson, and members of his family. Simpson’s photos accompany numerous photos of BlackCanadians that Whelan described as symbols of “their independence as free men and woman.” Whelan said the exhibit was quite popular through February, with people seeming to connect with the stories from the artifacts. She added the items were chosen for display due to their historical significance to the black community in Windsor-Essex. “A lot of this history gets buried,” Whelan said. “I think it’s important for people to seek out this history, not just during Black History Month, but all year round.” The exhibit will continue to run through March, but will be briefly shutdown for the first two weeks, due to renovations to the Museum. There is a cost for admission into the Amherstburg Freedom Museum.
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Improve life expectancy with some healthy habits
“Who Wants to Live Forever” is a song that appeared on the 1986 album “A Kind of Magic” by the rock band Queen. The song often sparks conversation about the
potential benefits of immortality . Immortality may not be possible, but many people aspire to improve their chances to live a long and prosperous life. A study published in the journal Lancet analyzed data from the 2016 Global Burden of Diseases project to generate life expectancy predictions from 2017 to 2040 for most countries. The United States hadthe largest decline in ranking among highincome countries, as life expectancies in the United States are projected to fall from 43rd in 2016 to 64th by 2040, with an average life expectancy of 79.8. Life
expectancy in the U.S. has dropped in each of the past two years, according to annual reports by the National Center for Health Statistics. But there may be hope for Americans yet. Doctors and scientists continually study the lifestyles of people who outlive their life expectancies. While genetics can play a role, so can following healthy habits, which have been identified to promote longevity. • Don’t smoke. Many smokers have been told that smoking trims 10 years off their life expectancies, and that statement is corroborated by a study published in
regimens and diets loaded with healthy foods can keep weight in check. Maintaining a healthy weight has a host of positive side effects, including reduced risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease is a leading killer in North America. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, nearly four in 10 adults and 18.5 percent of children in the United States are obese. According to the 2015 Canadian Health Measures Survey, 30 percent of adults in
2013 in The New England Journal of Medicine that tracked participants over a span of several years. The good news is people who quit before the age of 35 can usually regain those lost years. • Avoid drug use. Accidental drug overdoses contributed to 63,600 deaths in the United States in 2016, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Usage of prescription opioids and heroin has skyrocketed in recent years. Drug use also may exacerbate mental illnesses, potentially making drug users more vulnerable to suicide. • Maintain healthy body mass. Moderate to vigorous exercise
Canada are obese and may require medical support to manage their disease. • Limit alcohol consumption. Some evidence suggests that light drinking can be good for cardiovascular health. However, a paper published in the Lancet suggests every glass of wine or pint of beer over the daily recommended limit will cut half an hour from the expected lifespan of a 40-yearold. The paper says the risks are comparable to smoking.
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How to improve circulation
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issue. According to the health information site Healthline, when the circulatory system is not working at optimal capacity, people may experience tingling, numbness and throbbing or stinging pain in the limbs. Pain and muscle cramps also may result from poor circulation, the symptoms of which vary depending on the causes. For example, someone whose circulation issues are a result of peripheral artery disease may experience different symptoms than someone whose circulation has been
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lose weight and keep it off. Obesity is one of the conditions that can contribute to poor circulation. So many people who are diagnosed with poor circulation may be advised to lose weight and keep the weight off once it’s been lost. A 2009 study published in the International Journal of Cardiology found that losing weight helped obese women improve their circulation. A healthy diet that includes fish
like salmon that is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to improve circulation, can help people lose weight and maintain healthy weights going forward. • Consider yoga. A 2014 review of an assortment of peerreviewed studies found that yoga can have a positive impact on risk factors for cardiovascular disease. A low-impact exercise, yoga can compress and decompress veins,
potentially improving circulation. It takes time to master yoga positions, but even beginners who cannot fully perform poses during a yoga regimen can benefit from doing the exercises to the best of their abilities. Poor circulation is a byproduct of various conditions. Once a conditi on has been diagnosed, patients can help themselves by taking various steps to improve their circulation.
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Another reason to quit smoking Smoking has been linked to many different illnesses. It’s widely known that cigarette smoke can impact respiratory and cardiovascular health, but there may be a new reason to quit, particularly for those plagued by chronic inflammation. Researchers at Sweden’s Umea University, in collaboration with researchers in the United States, found that nicotine strongly activates immune cells to release DNA fibers decorated with pro-inflammatory molecules called neutrophil extracellular traps, or NETs. Continuous exposure to NETs can harm tissues and may explain why smokers are vulnerable to inflammatory diseases. NETs have been implicated in several inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis, cancer, and small vessel vasculitis. This evidence presents yet another reason why people should quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke, or never begin smoking at all. metrocreativeconnection.com
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3 tips to overcome everyday aches and pains Pain is a significant concern for many people. Estimates from the International Association for the Study of Pain suggest that one in five adults across the globe suffer from pain. Pain can affect anyone, even people who have not been in an accident or suffered an injury while playing a sport or performing another physical activity. For example, lower back pain, which can be caused by sitting at a desk for long stretches of time, is the most common type of chronic pain in the United States. Such pain may be unavoidable, but that does not mean it and other types of everyday aches and pains cannot be
overcome. Begin a well-rounded exercise regimen. Regular exercise that includes both strength training and cardiovascular exercise increases blood flow and helps build a strong core. A strong core supports the spine and reduces the pressure on it, making it less likely people who sit for long stretches at a time will end their days with lower back pain. Routine exercise also helps other areas of the body by keeping muscles loose and flexible. Before beginning a new exercise regimen, men and women, especially those with existing aches and pains, should consult their physicians about which
exercises they should do and which they might want to avoid. Employ RICE. RICE, which stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation, can help men and women overcome the aches and pains that result as the body ages and tendons begin to lose some of their elasticity. RICE might be most helpful for people who have been diagnosed with tendinitis. Athletes over 40 who engage in activities that require repetitive motion might need to take more days off between rounds of golf or other competitive and/ or repetitive activities. If tendinitis flares up, take some time away, icing any sore areas, wrapping them
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Three ways that families Stress management strategies can get fit together
The buddy system is widely used to help men and women get in shape. Friends can encourage their workout partners to get off the couch on days when their motivation might be waning, and partners can return that favor when the roles are reversed. And the benefits of the buddy system are not exclusive to adults, as families can rely on it to make sure moms, dads, and kids each get the exercise they need. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ongoing exercise can help people of all ages control their weight, improve their mental health and mood, and reduce their risk for various diseases, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. And the benefits may go beyond
those normally associated with exercise, particularly for young people. A 2009 analysis of the fitness records of 1.2 million Swedish men born between 1950 and 1976 found that the more exercise they had during adolescence, the more likely they were to be professionally successful as adults. Getting fit as a family can be easy. The following are just a few ways parents and their children can get in shape together. 1. Start dancing. Dancing isn’t just a fun activity, it’s also a very healthy one. While dancing might often be categorized as a recreational activity, such a categorization overlooks the many health benefits of cutting a rug. Dancing is a great
cardiovascular exercise that works multiple parts of the body. Routine cardiovascular exercise has been linked to reduced risk for heart disease and other ailments. In addition, a 2009 study from researchers in South Korea found that hip hop dancing can boost mood and lower stress. 2. Schedule daily exercise time. Parents and their children are as busy as ever, so it makes sense to schedule family exercise time just like you schedule family meals or outings to the museum. Kids who compete in sports may already get enough physical activity each day. The CDC recommends children participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day, so kids who aren’t playing sports can spend an hour each day sweating alongside mom and dad. 3. Walk after dinner. Families who routinely dine together can delay doing the dishes to walk off their meals. A walk around the neighborhood after dinner provides solid family time, but it’s also a great way to stay healthy. A 2017 study from researchers at the University of Warwick that was published in the International Journal of Obesity found that people who took 15,000 or more steps each day tended to have healthy body mass indexes, or BMIs. That’s an important benefit, as an unhealthy BMI is often a characteristic of obesity. Getting fit as a family can be fun and pay longterm dividends for parents and children alike. metrocreativeconnection.com
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Stress is an issue that knows no geographical boundaries. The Regus Group reports that stress levels in the workplace are rising, with six in 10 workers in major global economies experiencing increased workplace stress. Workers forced to take on too much work or those tasked with performing jobs beyond their abilities might not be able to do much to quell those demands. However, they can employ various strategies to manage their stress. • Embrace planning. A 2011 survey from psychologist Robert Epstein asked more than 3,000 participants in 30 countries which stress management technique was most effective at helping them overcome their stress. Epstein discovered that participants felt planning was the most effective way to manage their stress. Planning is essentially a proactive approach to managing stress and fighting it before it even starts. Smartphone apps make it easier than ever to schedule your time. Utilizing such apps or opting for the more traditional route by using a day planner can be a highly effective way to
manage stress. • Practice cognitive reframing. Cognitive reframing is another effective stress-management technique that involves changing the way you look at something so your experience of it changes. Psychologists note that cognitive reframing is effective because the body’s stress response is triggered by perceived stress and not actual events. So by reframing the way you perceive a potentially stressful event, you can change your body’s response to it. This technique is most effective when people are mindful of their thoughts, particularly those that might be negative or stressinducing. • Take breaks. A heavy workload may compel people to sit down at their desk and keep working until quitting time. However, that approach takes both a physical and emotional toll. Sitting for long periods of time without getting up not only increases a person’s risk for various diseases, but it also can contribute to something known as decision fatigue. Decision fatigue occurs when someone must make frequent decisions throughout the day. Without a break, such persons’ abilities to reason becomes compromised, and they may end up making poor decisions or feeling less confident in their decisions, which may increase their stress levels. Frequent breaks, even if they’re just brief walks to get a glass of water, can help avoid both the physical and emotional effects of stress. Stress affects people across the globe. Learning to manage it can make people happier in both their personal and professional lives.
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The Town of Lakeshore is seeking applications from members of the community for appointments to the: • Arts Advisory Committee • Heritage Committee • Community Services Advisory Committee (1 representative from Ward #2) • Youth Advisory Committee (Youth and Adult Advisor members) • Flood Prevention Task Force The Application deadline is Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 4:30pm. For further information and the application, please visit the Town’s website www.lakeshore.ca Employment Opportunities.
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HIRING! GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED Please fax your resume to 519-723-2336. 1-tf _____________________ HELP WANTED Lawn Maintenance Worker for St. Mary’s Cemetery in Maidstone. April to November. Send resume & references to: cemeterymanager@gmail.com or submit to St. Mary’s Parish at 12048 County Road 34, P.O. Box 130 Maidstone, Ontario, N0R 1K0 - by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019. 08-4t _____________________ HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. No specific education required. Experience is an asset. Rate of pay- $14.00. To apply please email: katie@policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 12/15 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0.
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Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 am Farm Machinery Consignment Sale Held at Malden Valley Farms, 1596 South Middle Road, South Woodslee. Check website for items already consigned - tractors, combine, plan ng, llage, etc. To consign to this sale call: Marty Unholzer – 519-791-4101 Jack Morris – 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com
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Town of Essex citizens invited to formal adoption of 2019 budget Council for the Corporation of the Town of Essex will consider the adoption of the 2019 Municipal Budget at their regular meeting on: Monday, April 1, 2019, 6pm Essex County Council Chambers 360 Fairview Ave West Copies of the budget will be available for review at the Town Office, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario between 9am and 4:30pm. The budget is also available online at: www.essex.ca/budget Written submissions relating to the proposed budget will be accepted until 2:00 pm, Tuesday March 26, 2019 to the undersigned: Robert Auger Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario Telephone: 519 776-7336, extension 1132 rauger@essex.ca
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NOVENA: O Holy St. Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need; to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. Say (3) Our fathers (3) Hail Mary’s (3) Glory Be’s. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. Must be said for 9 consecutive days. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication must be promised. With Grateful thanks J.B. _____________________ PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.” (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. L.V. 42-1t* _____________________ NOVENA: O Holy St. Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need; to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. Say (3) Our fathers (3) Hail Mary’s (3) Glory Be’s. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. Must be said for 9 consecutive days. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication must be promised. With Grateful thanks L.V.
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The new 4-H “Potato Project” Club
submitted by Nadia Popov Do you know that potatoes were first cultivated in Peru about 4500 years ago? Well our new 4-H “Potato Project” club found that out at our first meeting on Saturday, March 2nd. Spanish explorers brought the potato from Peru to Europe. We also learned about the Irish potato famine and how one million people left Ireland to escape starvation and unemployment. Another one million people died. All of this was the result of the potato blight that killed the crop the Irish depended upon for food. After we learned about the history of the potato we went to the kitchen and made three microwave potato dishes. Max and Erica each made “pizza-tatoes” using Blushing Belle mini potatoes from the Little Potato Company. Ethan and Nadia each made “Buttery Garlic Potatoes” using Fingerling potatoes from the Little Potato Company. Gillian made dessert using sweet potatoes topped with brown sugar and marshmallows. We set the table and enjoyed a delicious potato lunch. At our next meeting, we will learn about the science of potatoes and enjoy a brunch of potato pancakes.
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FORM 6 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001 Ontario Regula on 181/03 Municipal Tax Sales Rules
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TECUMSEH Take No ce that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received un l 3:00 p.m. local me on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at the Municipal Office, 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh, ON N8N 1W9. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible a er 3:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office, 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh. Descrip on of Lands: ROLL NO. 37 44 570 000 29505 0000, 12085 NORTH PACIFIC AVE, PIN 75241-0127 LT, PT LT 35 PL 1147 SANDWICH EAST; PT NORTH PACIFIC AV PL 1147 SANDWICH EAST CLOSED BY R1361838, PT 3, 11 12R12800; S/T R1296657E; TECUMSEH, FILE EXTH15-005-TT Minimum Tender Amount: $44,833.60 Tenders must be submi ed in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a cer fied cheque/bank dra /money order payable to the municipality (or board). Except as follows, the municipality makes no representa on regarding the tle to, exis ng interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other ma ers rela ng to the land(s) to be sold. Any exis ng Federal or Provincial Crown liens or execu ons will remain on tle and may become the responsibility of the poten al purchaser. Responsibility for ascertaining these ma ers rests with the poten al purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obliga on to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further informa on regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit:
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HEALEY, Edgar James BA,MSW,MDiv. - Entered peacefully into eternal rest on February 20, 2019 at 78 years of age at the Windsor Metropolitan Hospital. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Butcher) with whom he celebrated 51 years of marriage. Loving father of Elaine Burnside (Robert) and James Healey (Christiena). Treasured Papa of Mackenzie, Joseph, Ethan, Michael, Cassandra and Branden. Big Papa of Dominic. Brother of Elizabeth Brough. Brother-in-law of Margaret Tyrrell. Also survived by many nieces. Edgar was Ordained as an Anglican Priest in 1980 with the Anglican Church of Canada and retired in 2005. He served many communities across Ontario, including a post on Pelee Island from 2006-2014. Prior to being ordained, he was a social worker from 1973-1976. Edgar served as a Chaplin at Iler Lodge in Essex and was a chairman for the non-profit housing and served on Town Council in Thedford. Ed and Joan settled down as parishioners of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Oldcastle. On Saturday, March 9, 2019, family and friends are invited to gather at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church (5280 Howard Ave., Oldcastle) after 9 a.m. followed by the Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Stephen’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Stephen’s Anglican Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.
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Voice Of Inspiration “Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” ~ Franz Kafka _________________________________________________________
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Fran Garon September 27, 1947 - March 7, 2004
Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered everyday; No longer in our life to share, But in our hearts, she’s always there.
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What’s Going On... . MARCH 9 - MAIDSTONE MUSEUM’S PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER at the Essex Legion, 103 Talbot St. N. Doors at 5pm. Live entertainment. For info: 519-819-5318. MARCH 9 - WINPEX 2019 STAMP SHOW - at the Caboto Club, 2175 Parent, Windsor. 10AM to 4PM. Free admission and free door prizes. Everyone is welcome. MARCH 10 - ESSEX ORCHID SOCIETY - 1:30pm at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave. FREE! For info: www.essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com. MARCH 23 - CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY at the Sandwich South Heritage Centre, behind the Fire Hall on Walker Rd. Irish music, displays, etc. 9-12- Free! All welcome. MARCH 23 - BICENTENNIAL BRANCH OF THE UELAC GENERAL MEETING 1:00pm. at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville. Speaker: Chris Carter. MARCH 27 - ESSEX COUNTY FARM SAFETY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING - From 4:30-7:00pm Colasanti’s Cactus Room. Call Mary for info: 519 776-7476. MARCH 30 - ECHRS, YOUR LOCAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY, is hosting its Annual Dinner/Auction. Call: 519-962-9597 for information and tickets. APRIL 13 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING - at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34, Ruthven at 9 am. For info, call: 519-738-3476. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. If you are looking for info or connection, come join the discussion, learn, and share. Meetings are held the last Wednesday of every month (with exception of July & August) @ 6:30p.m. in the Cactus Room at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Look us up on Facebook for updates. HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. The primary goal of the program is for the client to take responsibility for her physical & psychological safety. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.
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board in the hall. Ministry of Visitation: In the month of March, the elders of Session are planning to visit members of our congregation who are not able, for a variety of reasons, to come out for worship on a regular basis. If you know of someone who would appreciate a visit and a prayer with one of our elders, please let Rev. Catherine know. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please see Rev. Catherine, add a name to the list in the foyer, or contact the office. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca.
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DAMPHOUSE, Lawrence (Larry) -Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 3, 2019 at Iler Lodge at the age of 84. Predeceased by his parents Arthur and Lorraine (Girard) Damphouse. Beloved husband of the late Renee (Lock) Damphouse (2014). Loving father of Jeff (Erin), Mark (Kristen), Leneath (Mike). Dear Pipi of Sarah, Dereck, Jim, Ashley, Ally, Awstin, Briallen, Sydney, Celine. Dear Big Pipi of Grant, Jack, Lincoln and Wade. Dear brother of Leah (Fred deceased), Lucille, Theresa (George). Predeceased by his sisters Eva, Linda and brother Leo. Also remembered by many nieces and nephews. Lawrence was a painter in the Essex Area since 1959. He was an avid and well known horseman and showed many great horses throughout North America. Lawrence Damphouse is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Limited (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Thursday March 7, 2019 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary’s Church on Friday March 8, 2019 where friends and family will meet at 10:00 for visiting until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The family would like to thank all the staff at Iler Lodge for their care and compassion. Memorial Donations may be made to Parkinson’s Canada. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh. com Arrangements entrusted to the Kennedy Funeral Home, Essex. PLEASE NOTE; the Damphouse Family would be honoured for those attending the visitation and mass to wear their cowboy hat.
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SPENCE, Louise (Nee McDougall) - 93 years passed away peacefully on March 2, 2019. Beloved wife of the late John `Jack`(2009). Loving Mother of Pat Grona (Harry), Barb Pahowski and the late John, Jackie Henricks (Bob), Stuart Spence and Les Spence (Sharon). Cherished Gramma of 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. The family would like to thank the staff of Iler Lodge for the care and compassion given to mom during her stay with them. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave.E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Tuesday. Eastern Star Service was held. Funeral Service was held at the funeral home on March 6, 2019. Rev. Darrow Woods officiated. Cremation to follow with Internment at Greenwood Cemetery Ridgetown, at a later date. If desired, memorial donations made to Essex United Church or Shriner’s Hospital for Children would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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We invite you to join us for Family Worship led by Major Sam Roberts on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Stay after for refreshments and fellowship. SA Connections meets on Tuesdays from 10 -1p.m. Drop-in, stay for lunch, meet new friends, and join the fun. It’s a free community program for men and women of all ages. At 1 p.m. Major Shirley Roberts continues a most interesting Bible Study of the Book of Revelation.All are welcome to stay. The Essex Ministerial 2019 Lenten Service on Wednesday, March 13th takes place at Essex United Church at 12noon led by Rev. Kim Gilliland. A light luncheon will follow. Note on your Calendar that Messy Church will take place Thursday, March 28th from 5:45 -7:30p.m. It’s a fun time for the family as we sing, do crafts,enjoy a meal and meet together in fellowship.
Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am with the Sacrament of Holy Communion, Rev. Colin Swan will be our worship leader. Lunch will be served after the service, hosted by Jean Vetor, Sue Holman, and Dorothy Knight. Put your green on for our St. Paddy Day Dinner on Saturday, March 16 at 6pm. Menu is Irish stew, biscuits, vegetables, and dessert. Test you Irish knowledge with our Trivia game following dinner. Prizes to the winning team. The cost is a free-will offering. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Trinity Church We continue to pray for those on our prayer list Pat B., Brittney, Dan, Christina, Sandy Berry, Adrianna, Matthew, Stephen, Dorrie, and Steven. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Hilda and Verdun Layson, given by Larry & Brenda Layson and family. Thank you to all of the helpers who worked at the Pancake Supper and to everyone that came out to support us. For the month of March, donations to the Thank You Bank will support the Alzheimer’s Association. Lenten Worship for Wednesday, March 13 will be held at Essex United Church. Pastor Kim Gilland presiding with a focus on Deut. 10:12-22. Service will begin at noon, followed by a light lunch. Free-will offering gratefully received. To see what we are up to, visit: www.stpaulstrinity.org. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!
Essex Christian Reformed Church We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our first Lenten Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00am as we welcome Pastor Nate VanDenend. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with a cup of coffee or tea. GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday at 6:30 - 8:00 pm. All girls and boys from Grade 1 -8 are invited to attend. Come 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.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible. In the month of March, the Elders of Session are planning to visit members of our congregation who are not able, for a variety of reasons, to come out for worship on a regular basis. If you know of someone who would appreciate a visit and a prayer with one of our elders, please let Rev. Catherine know. On Saturday, March 16 we will hold a Prayer Workshop, 10am - 2pm. Never pray? Don’t know how or why? Have a prayer life but looking for some encouragement and tools? Come out for this fun, informative, and interactive workshop on the what, why, and how of prayer. Sign up sheet on the bulletin
St. Paul’s Anglican Church
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our most recent pasta dinner. Our next dinner will take place on April 5th. “Perfect Love Casts out Fear” Essex Ministerial Lenten Worship Series 2019 - March 6th at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, Oldcastle with the Rev’d Chris Brouillard-Coyle presiding, service includes imposition of ashes. March 13 at Essex United Church with Pastor Kim Gilliland presiding with a focus on Deut 10:12-22. Services starts at noon with a light lunch to follow. Mark your calendars! Our annual spring yard sale will take place on Saturday, March 30th from 9am - 1pm. If you are cleaning out your closets, please keep our Clothing Cupboard in mind. We are always accepting donations. For questions or more information about any of our events/programs, please contact us via one of the methods - 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.
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Join us Sunday March 10rd at 10:30 am. Guest officiant: Brian Stocks For the month of March, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank. Line Dancing continues on Wednesdays at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome! The Essex Ministerial Lenten Worship Series (You are Loved) starts on Ash Wednesday, March 6th at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Oldcastle. Rev. Chris Brouillard-Coyle presiding. All services begin at noon followed by a light lunch. Freewill offering gratefully received. There will be a Lenten Study in April. Talk to Pastor Jim if you would like to take part. It will be a study of a book by Sister Joan Chittister, Two Dogs and a Parrot.
Golden Years Golf Report On Thursday, February 28, 47 golfers carded a total of 75 hole-in-one scores. A strong performance by Murray Cascadden gave him the lead, with six. Mavis Rutter’s score of 16, over 9 holes, earned the best score. A score of 36, over 18 holes, was shared by Ron Fick, Gary Honey, and Jamie Arquette. Laurie Hylton and Jamie Arquette shared the lead over 36 holes with scores of 74. Taking first place, with a combined score of 236, was Team 16 (Pete Daudlin, Bill Ward, the Phantom). Team 5 (Barry Sweet, Gail Turk, Mavis Rutter) was second place and in third, it was Team 3 (Laurie Hylton, Marie Lasi, Mike Binder). Play resumes at 9:30 am on Thursday, March 7 at Colasanti’s.
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Lenten Card parties begin this Sunday, March 10th at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. St. Mary’s Mission Group is having a St. Patrick’s Day Raffle. Tickets will be sold the next two Sundays and the draw is on March 17th. St. Mary’s Cemetery ask that you please remove all winter decorations from your loved one’s grave by the end of March. Please drop off your winning tabs or gift cards from Tim Horton’s in the box at the back of the church. This is sponsored by the Mission Group and will be given to the homeless shelters. Our Mission Group is also collecting sweaters during the month of March for the migrant workers. Please drop off at the back of the church. Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. Come and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 23rd. Drop in anytime from 9 a.m. - Noon at the Sandwich South Heritage Centre behind the Fire Hall in Oldcastle. Irish displays, music, goodies, and speakers! All are welcome. Our prayers and sympathies go to the Damphouse family on the passing of their father, Larry. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Jean Glass had high score at our special monthly Monday night Pepper. Floyd Cascadden came in second place, followed by Donna Eyraud and Debbie Monchamp.
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Cecile Malenfant, Dave Sylvester, and Edna Chevalier. Friday night Euchre - Jean Matalik, George Sutherland, Ray Brooker, LeRoy Davison, and George Diesbourg, George Davidson, and Richard Dahl. For club information, call Claire at: 519-723-4694. Continued from Page 19 Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Dorothy Fields with high score, Virgery Cascadden with low score, and Donna Eyraud with the most peppers. Judy Kelly won at Wednesday night Pepper with high score, Roger Monchamp with the most peppers, and George Diesbourg with low score. Pauline Olafson and Floyd Cascadden were the winners at Thursday night Bridge. Essex County Library - Essex BRANCH MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS - March Break at the library is March 11-16. Yarn painting at the Library. Would you like to paint without using any paint? On Monday, March 11 at 11am. Ages 6 & up. Register online or at the library. FAMILY STORYTIME - Rhythm & Dance - Includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes, and activities. On Tuesday, March 12 at 11am. Ages under 5 years & caregiver. Register online or at the library. CONSTRUCT! COMPLETE! CRASH!!! Drop by the library to have fun tinkering around and creating! On Tuesday, March 12 from 2-7pm. All ages. Drop-In program. No registration. WACKY WEDNESDAY - Come be silly with us! Explore silly books, riddles, and crafts. On Wednesday, March 13 from 10:30am-7:30pm. All ages. Drop-In. No registration. THROWBACK THURSDAY CRAFTS & GAMES - Thursday, March 14 from 10:30am7:30pm. All ages. Drop-In program. No registration. FANTASTIC FRIDAY – PATTERNALIA - Explore optical illusions, create patterns/ designs with blocks. On Friday, March 15 at 11am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. Essex County Library - McGregor BRANCH MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS - March Break at the library is March 11-16. Make and Take Monster craft! Design your own monster using our stuff! On Monday, March 11 from 5-7pm. All ages. Drop-In program. No registration. TINKER TUESDAY STRUCTURES SUPERSTARS - We’ve got TONS of fun planned! Today is Tinker Tuesday! Calling all structure superstars! On Tuesday, March 12 at 1pm. Ages 3 - 12. Register online or at the library. CONSTRUCT! COMPLETE! CRASH!!! Drop by the Library to have fun tinkering around and creating! On Wednesday, March 13 from 5-8pm. All ages. Drop-In program. No registration. THROWBACK THURSDAY - Throwback Thursday - Play Dough Drop-In. On Thursday, March 14 from 5-8pm. All ages. Drop-In program. No registration. Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of February 25th to March 1st: Monday Euchre Dave Sylvester, George Diesbourg, Bernice Price, Richard Dahl, Jean Matalik, and Mary Demars. Wednesday Pepper - Adrian Diesbourg, Helene Manley, Joanne McMurren,
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On Sunday, March 17th, we will hold a ‘Soup for the Soul Sunday’ at Church of the Redeemer between 10:30am - 2pm. On Friday, March 8th from 7pm - 9pm at St. Stephen’s will host a Euchre night. This is a time of fun and fellowship. If you have not, played before, please join us, we will teach you. Small admission. Sweetie Pie pies are ready for you to pick up and take home and bake. Please call Amy at: 519-737-6850 x240 Everyone is welcome to join in our events and our services.
Essex Community Services TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM – Door-To-Door accessible transportation is provided by Essex Community Services, serving the greater Municipality of Essex and surrounding areas. Our fleet of vehicles consists of two wheelchair accessible buses and an “Aging at Home” minivan. The service, also known as Care-Link, is available to residents living in the Essex and surrounding area and residents in the Harrow / Colchester South area. Our goal is to create an age-friendly community by helping people maintain their independence and remain in their own home. The program offers timely access to area hospitals, doctors, personal errands, shopping, visiting, and more. For detailed information, registration, schedules, and fares, call us at: 519-7764231.
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Roll up the Rim for the Homeless - donate your Tim Hortons’ winning tabs or gift cards at the info table. These will be given to the homeless. CWL Lenten Retreat is on Saturday, March 9 at 8am at St. Michael’s Church in Leamington. If you like to attend, please call Pat: 519-776-7692. COR XXXII is from April 5-8 for grades 10-12. Forms are at all of the entrances. Fish Fry on March 22 from 4:30 to 7pm. Tickets at the door. Proceeds to Community Living Essex County. God bless you all and have a great week!
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Essex/Southpoint Atom AE drop Bluewater opener
Ken Clark remembers his first car
submitted to EFP The Essex Ravens Atom AE hockey team began playdowns for the Bluewater Hockey League with an away contest, versus the Erie North Shore Storm, on Saturday evening in Harrow. Goaltender Nathan Lozon and the tender for the Storm made several key saves in a scoreless first period. In the second frame, the home team, Storm, score three unanswered goals to take a firm grip on the scoreboard heading into the third period.
Erie scored early in the third for a 4-0 lead, but Essex answered back with a goal from Mason Dault, set up by Ellis Fleming. Erie added an insurance tally late in the game to skate away with a convincing 5-1 victory. Next up for the Ravens, is the Kent Cobras for a Saturday night game in Essex.
Knights of Columbus hosts Region 1 free throw
Magazine ad for the 1949 Ford almost identical to the 1950 Ford owned by Ken Clark over 50 years ago.
Leamington resident Ken Clark was still a teenager when he bought his first car, a black 1950 Ford sedan purchased in Windsor in the mid-1950s for $400. Under the hood was a flathead V8 engine with all the horsepower that Ken would ever need. He told me his car had push-button door handles, and that was a big deal in 1950, the first year that Ford had them. The ’49 Ford had pull-out door handles similar to an old-fashioned refrigerator. Another new feature on the ’50 Ford was the new gas filler door on the left rear fender. The ’49 Ford had the gas cap on the outside of the fender. Ken enjoyed driving his 1950 Ford until the 3-speed manual transmission conked out and brought the car to a halt. Ken had the car towed home and parked it on the street in front of their house. He was about to crawl under to remove the transmission when a tire suddenly went flat, bringing the car too far down to crawl under. At this point, Ken decided it was time for an inside job. He removed the centre section of the floor in front of the front seat, lifted the transmission out through the floor, and set it down on the front lawn to repair it. Close inspection revealed the need for a new cluster gear which Ken found in a scrap yard. To install it, he had to hold the needle bearings in place while putting it in, and this was easier said than done. Then a brainstorm. Ken coated all the needle bearings with Vicks Vapo-Rub, and this held them together long enough for the installation. In no time at all, he was back on the road! If you find a black 1950 Ford in a barn somewhere, lift up the centre section of the floor in front of the front seat, and look inside the transmission (if you can get the cover off). If you see a coating of Vicks on the needle bearings, you will have found Ken Clark’s first car!
submitted by District Deputy 88, Kevin Klinck The Knights of Columbus free throw Region 1 competition was held in Belle River on Sunday March 3rd. Region 1 covers the area from west Lorne, Chatham/Kent, and Windsor/Essex County. District 88, which includes Essex, Maidstone, and McGregor, were well represented at this competition this year. Congratulations goes out to all our contestants, and especially to the following youths: Ava Harrison, from Essex Council 3305, who came in third in the nine-year old girls’ division; Chelsey Benoit, from McGregor Council 2844, who came third for girls age 10; Julia Jobin, from Maidstone Council 9226, came in third for girls age 11; Jimmy Hayes, from Essex Council 3305, came in first for boys age 10; John Paul Lapain, from Essex Council
3305, came in third for Boys age. One of the highlights of this year was the competition for the first and second place for boys age 13 division. Each contestant made 23 out of 25 free throws, resulting in a tie. They had to go extra rounds where each participant threw five free throws. Well, after three rounds, they were still tied, so it came down to a fourth round. Alex Archer came in second. Not only did he get 23 out of 25, he got 17 out of 20 in the extra rounds. The winner got 18 out of 20. Way to go Alex! All our contestants gave it their best and made our District proud. Congratulations to Callixa Raposo (9226), Madison Shanahan (3305), Mathew Cunningham (3305), and Nolan Brady (9226), who gave it their all and represented our District proudly. Thank you to Councils 2844 McGregor, 3305 Essex, and 9226 Maidstone for a job well done once again. Next year, the competition will again be open to all youth ages 9 to 16-years-of-age.
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73’s looking for redemption vs Canadiens by Garrett Fodor After having a week off, the Essex 73’s is set to advance into the Stobbs Division finals, where the home team will face its rival, the Lakeshore Canadiens. The Canadiens defeated Essex in five games last season to win
the Stobbs Division title. Fast forward one year, and a rematch opportunity has been presented, with Essex receiving home ice advantage in the first goround. Lakeshore earned its spot in the finals after beating third seeded Dresden in six games.
In the first round, it defeated the Wheatley Sharks in four games. The Canadiens have been riding goaltender Erik Morneau, who has played seven out of eight games, while sporting a .920 save percentage and 1.85 goals against average. In the regular season
series, Essex had a record of 3-1-0-1, and of the five games, three went into overtime. Essex held an edge in goal differential, 18-13. Getting the job done offensively for Essex was its first line, featuring over-agers, Michael Vieira and
Lakeshore Council accepts 2019 Budget Draft submitted to EFP Lakeshore Council has accepted the draft 2019 budget that provides for a 1.5% tax rate increase while maintaining or enhancing municipal service levels. For the average residential property valued at $200,000, this year’s municipal tax bill will go up approximately $17.70. As the fastest growing municipality in WindsorEssex for the eighth straight year, the 2019 budget responds to growth pressures and sustainability measures, while maintaining its position as one of the lowest property tax-rate communities in WindsorEssex. The 2019 Budget puts road infrastructure projects front and centre to respond to the clear needs expressed by residents. Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain stated: “Over the last few months, Council has worked with Administration to deliver a budget that balances fiscal responsibility with an emphasis on roads and infrastructure. This budget delivers what Council has heard is the top priority – roads.” The 2019 budget also provides for: • Assessment growth translating into $989,000 of additional tax revenue; • Additional revenue from the continuous growth in building activity and recreation programming;
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William Stadder. Josh Pope-Ferguson rounded out the line. These linemates have been together for most of the season and is one of the most lethal trios, combining for 166 points in the regular season. Twenty-five of those points came head-tohead against Lakeshore, including three goals and seven assists from Josh Pope-Ferguson. Between the pipes, Essex will likely be backstopped by Connor Meyerink, who has received six of eight
starts. In the playoffs, he has a .945 save percentage and 1.37 goals against average. And, in the regular season against Lakeshore, he had a .923 save percentage, while Jax D’hondt had a .952 save percentage. The series will begin March 5 in Essex, before shifting to Lakeshore March 8. Essex will return home Sunday, March 10. All games are at 7 p.m. For full schedule details, visit Essex73s.ca.
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Gosfield North floor hockey teams wins championship, chess teammate earns silver
Pictured are the members of the 2018-2019 Gosfield North Public School Floor Hockey Team, including coaches and the support crew.
by Sylene Argent During the February Student of the Month
Assembly last Thursday, athletes and members of the support crew of
the 2018-2019 Gosfield North Public School Floor Hockey Team were
recognized for a season filled with outstanding efforts. Mr. Sadler was this year’s floor hockey coach. He noted the team, which consisted of boys and girls, had a successful season. The Cougars finished first in the regular season, and impressively completed the season with only two losses. “They did a great job,” Sadler said of the students, noting the outstanding goalies only allowed in seven goals in the ten regular-season games. The team also led the season with scoring, he added. During the playoffs, Gosfield beat Lakeshore to advance to play, the defending championship, D.M. Eagle Public School team. Gosfield would go on to win the playoffs. Following the playoff season, Gosfield hosted a tournament, at which the Cougars tied two games and won two games. During the tournament, Sadler said, the athletes had the opportunity to play different positions. The Gosfield North floor hockey team’s student-based setup crew, assistant coaches, and the goaltending coach were also recognized for their important contributions to the team. During the assembly Sadler was also pleased to announce three of the athletes on the Gosfield North Public School team
were invited to play in the upcoming all-star game, which he hopes will be hosted at the school. Floor hockey is a popular sport, Sadler said. He thanked all of the students who tried out for the team and encouraged those students interested in the sport to try out again next year, even if they didn’t make this season’s roster. Also, during the assembly. Gosfield North Public School recognized the many students who participated in the Chess Club. Those interesting in learning how to master this challenging game of strategy began participating in the onehour, after school program on Wednesday evenings,
beginning in December. The students took turns challenging one another to improve their offensive and defensive games. Often, younger students challenged older students to learn from them, but the older students did not always win, it was noted during the assembly. Last Tuesday, 18 members of this club were invited to participate in the Chess Challenge, which was held at the Ciociaro Club. Around 1500 students competed in this event. Each of the students who attended played seven or eight games. One of Gosfield’s students, Liam Pritchard, earned a silver in his age division.