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A LOOK INSIDE Essex Council Notes PAGE 3 _______________ Fire Chief explains Naloxone program, certification standards PAGE 5 _______________ Essex MP speaks to ongoing trade deals PAGE 6 _______________ PC leadership candidates visit the area PAGE 11 _______________ The sweet taste of maple syrup sampled PAGE 12 _______________ 73’s upset Kings to face rivals PAGE 23 _______________

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Vol. 138

Thursday, March 8, 2018

Issue No. 9

Harrow Rotary provides donation to Essex Fire by Adam Gault The Harrow Rotary Club presented Essex Fire & Rescue Services with a cheque for $11,528.11 during a dinner meeting on Tuesday, February 27. The funds will be put towards the purchase of a fire extinguisher training system. This new piece of equipment for Essex Fire will not just be used for training of proper and safe use of fire extinguishers for the fire department, but also the general public. The system will feature a remote fire starter, and will allow trainees to extinguish a real fire with a safe, and reusable, training device. Businesses that require employees to undergo fire extinguisher training annually, such as at the harbour, nursing homes, and factories, will be able to take advantage of the device for a nominal fee of $150 per use. “When we do come in, we’ll bring a quiz, go through a training exercise, talk about fire extinguishers, what they do, and how to safely use them,” Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel explained of the training exercise Essex Fire & Rescue will soon offer. Prior to the purchase of the training system for

Members of Harrow Rotary present representatives of Essex Fire & Rescue with a donation for a new fire extinguisher training system.

the Town, the service was contracted out to a third party. “This will be in house training for the community,” Arnel said. “We’re going to have each station trained in doing it. It’s a really safe way to provide training with this.” Over the past year, Harrow Rotary has worked with Essex Fire to raise funds for the new training system, through

events like the Halloween Fright Night at the Harrow Old Mill and the Rubber Ducky Derby at Colchester Beach. “I’m just so excited that we’ve been able to accomplish this,” Rotary Club Membership Chairperson, Corrie Bramhall, said. “I’m very excited for (Essex Fire) to be teaching people how to properly use fire extinguishers, because there is a lot that many

people don’t know.” The training system

is expected to be put into service in early April.

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Essex pastor shares how wartime experiences brought him to God

During his Saturday morning presentation, Pastor Richard Valade explained what the Marine induction process was like.

by Adam Gault Grace Baptist of Essex held a special breakfast event on Saturday, February 24 with a presentation from Pastor Richard Valade about his experiences in the United States Marine Corps and subsequent deployment to Vietnam. The presentation, entitled “From Hate to Love: Reflections on Faith and the Vietnam War,” kept the near full church rapt with attention as Valade explained how his experiences in the war led him to a life of faith and service, and changed

his heart from one of hate to one of love. “All through training, they were preparing us to go to Vietnam, and part of that training was to kill the enemy,” Valade explained. “By the time I got to Vietnam, I hated the enemy. It was after I’d come back home, God did real work in my heart. Hating the Vietnamese wasn’t a part of the work God did. God just changed my heart, and took that hatred away.” After he returned from Vietnam, Valade worked at Ford in Dearborn, where he said he experienced a spiritual awakening that led him to become a pastor. “Several of us nominal Christians, the Lord just worked in our hearts, brought us to a stronger faith in Christ,” Valade explained. “The reality of Christ really gripped me, and when that happened, I very much wanted to do something for him.” Since 1979, Valade has led the congregation that calls Grace Baptist of Essex home. This was the first event where Valade spoke at length about his experiences in Vietnam, feeling that the time was now right to share his story in depth. “There’s several

people in the church that had been interested in this, and over the years had wanted to hear about it. So, we thought, let’s do it,” Valade explained. From his time at Marine boot camp, to assignment to an antitank division, Valade took the audience on a harrowing journey of his time in the Marines, all the way from dealing with rat infested bunkers, to the Battle of Khe Sanh in a presentation that was punctuated with video footage and incredible photographs from Valade’s personal

collection that highlighted a tumultuous time of the 20th century. “When I look at my life back then, that’s really questionable if I was truly trusting in Christ,” Valade explained of his personal faith during his time in the service. “Make sure you know what your standing is with God, because whether you’re in a war zone, or you’re just here, one day we’re going to stand before God, and you have to know that you’ve been reconciled to God.”

Voice Of Inspiration “You’ll learn, as you get older, that rules are made to be broken. Be bold enough to live life on your terms, and never, ever apologize for it. Go against the grain, refuse to conform, take the road less traveled instead of the well-beaten path. Laugh in the face of adversity, and leap before you look. Dance as though EVERYBODY is watching. March to the beat of your own drummer. And stubbornly refuse to fit in.” ~ Mandy Hale

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Essex Council Notes for Monday, March 5 by Sylene Argent and Adam Gault ERCA presentation Council received the Essex Region Conservation Authority’s 2017 annual report, which ERCA’s General Manager Richard Wyma presented verbally. He highlighted projects undertaken by the organization in 2017, as well as provided an update of activities to come throughout 2018. 2017 was the final year of ERCA’s 5-year sustainability plan, which was designed to address ongoing issues and challenges that were of pressing concern for the organization. In addition, this document allowed ERCA to be more effectively positioned to respond to the next generation of conservation concerns. Throughout 2017 as part of that plan, ERCA supported infrastructure improvements at Holiday Beach, Greenway resurfacing and repairs, and the completion of the Rotary 1918 Centennial Hub, which acts as a nexus for several of the connection Greenway trails across Essex County. For 2018, ERCA looks to support additional climate change initiatives, including wetland projects, additional shoreline management for the Detroit River, and additional improvements to Holiday Beach and the John R Homestead. “It’s a great investment for all of our residents,” Councillor Steve Bjorkman said. “You look at the dollars invested, versus dollars that return, it’s a great service for us. The work that you do on behalf of our entire region is terrific.” ELK update: Harrow momentary power outages Town CAO, Donna Hunter, provided a verbal report regarding updates to the issue of momentary power outages in the Harrow area, after speaking to ELK CEO Mike Audet. In a report provided by Audet, it was noted that there had been 60 days since the last momentary power outage occurred. ELK has received confirmation from Hydro One that a new recloser, a type of circuit breaker which can automatically restore power to a line after a momentary fault, has been ordered for installation. It is expected to be installed this coming autumn. Harrow OPP back-up generator server room connection Essex Council received Community Services’ report, “Harrow Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Back-Up Generator Server Room Connection.” Council also approved forwarding $9,040, to have this emergency repair completed. The funding will be allocated from 2017 Harrow OPP facility capital works projects savings that totalled $10,300. In the report to Council, it notes the back-up generator at the Harrow OPP Detachment was moved to an outside location in 2017 as per a Technical Safety Standards Authority (TSSA) order. During an inspection, a number of violations were noticed. A Request for Proposal for the removal of the system and providing upgrades came in at $75,896.85. Council approved this in the 2017 capital budget. It was later discovered the computer server room at the Harrow OPP Detachment was not connected to the backup generator nor was it ever connected to the generator when it was inside the facility. As this is crucial to the OPP operations should there be a long power-outage. The price was then obtained to have this work completed as soon as possible. User Fee Bylaw sets fire extinguisher rate Council approved an amendment to Bylaw 1331, which will set the addition of a Fire Extinguisher Training Fee in the flat amount of $150 for up to 20 participants, and a fee of $5 per person over those 20 participants. This will be applied to users of the new fire extinguisher training system, which was funded in part through the fundraising efforts of the Harrow Rotary Club for Essex Fire & Rescue. The training fee charged for the use of the system would be put into

reserves towards future system replacement costs. High Five Accreditation Essex Council received Community Services’ report “HIGH FIVE® Accreditation Verification.” The report advised Council of the Community Services Recreation and Culture Division’s fulfillment of the requirements necessary over a three-year period to maintain accredited status. The HIGH FIVE® accreditation process, the report notes, involves five levels of achievement that an organization must work through to reach accreditation. The accreditation process can take three to five years and involves training and development of staff, completion of program assessments, review of all policies and procedures, and internal and external awareness and promotion. Organizations must sustain and maintain all Accreditation Standards for three years to maintain accredited status. The Town of Essex had its second successful Accreditation Verification review on September 26, 2017. Councillor Steve Bjorkman said he was involved with accreditation process this year. Staff members helped him to understand the program. Bjorkman said Essex is the only community in the area that has this accreditation. The program, he said, teaches youth to not only play well, but to show good sportsmanship and learn the rules. He commented Essex is fortunate to have staff dedicated to this program. Later in the meeting, Council received correspondence from Bill Allen, President of Parks and Recreation Ontario, congratulating the Town of Essex upon the successful renewal of its Accredited Organization status with HIGH FIVE•. “We commend your organization for the substantial effort made by staff to maintain the highest standard of quality in your programs for children aged 6 to 12. The Accreditation Verification Committee was impressed by the innovative programming and continuous improvement since the last verification,” Allen wrote in the letter to the Town. Response to Essex’s letter to AMO on schools Council received 11 letters of support to date from different municipalities regarding the resolution Essex sent to AMO. This resolution requested school properties be offered to municipalities for $1 when a school board decided to close schools. This resolution was sent to Continued on Page 8

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• There’s one in every crowd

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Sometimes, life can sure send us a few curveballs. Sometimes, those curveballs are created from other people’s actions or words, which could be derived from a place of negativity or a place of constructive criticism. When I am faced with such situations, I try to dig through that content to uncover the intent. I think intention is everything. If criticism or a comment is offered as a means of helpfulness, then as much as we maybe be bothered, or even insulted, to hear the words, we can take the information and either dismiss it or even perhaps consider it. No one is perfect, so we can all improve from learning from one another, if we let ourselves consider another person’s perspective. On the other hand, if the criticism or comment was meant to be malicious, then we need to take it (or, really, leave it), for what it is; nastiness. That negativity may have been directed for another reason that had nothing to do with you at all. I feel like, more and more, some people go out of their way to ruin someone else’s day, or sometimes almost try to control others as soon

as the slightest opportunity arises, in this unspoken challenge for hierarchy. Perhaps it only seems like this sometimes because so many negative comments can be read on social media. Recently, however, I witnessed a situation that I thought was harmless and funny, but someone else seemed to have taken offence. I was in a store when someone had reminded an employee about something that apparently had been forgotten about. This employee said the “swear word” version of “crap,” in a harmless and humorous way, then darted towards the area forgotten about. I thought the situation was cute as the intention was not harmful in anyway. I giggled. We have all forgotten something and know what that little instance of panic is like. I could certainly relate to the situation. I was about to focus my attention on my shopping at hand when I heard another customer muttered the word “language.” Initially, I thought this person was joking, adding to the quirky dialogue, perhaps because I would have made a joke of it if I had wanted to inject

myself into the situation. But, no laughs were muttered, nor was it followed up with an “I’m joking” comment. The employee quickly apologized, then scooted off. I couldn’t believe it. Why do people feel the need to direct others? In no way was this a harmful situation, nor was the word said in a malicious manner. Who cares? It put a smile on my face. The intention was harmless. It just seems that today, it is less and less acceptable to express one’s self in fear of offending someone else. Not everyone has the same personality, thank goodness for that, but I think it is okay to “slip up” occasionally and not be centered out for it. Perhaps, when we take notice of one of those “slip ups,” we can laugh along instead of adding negativity to the situation, that way everyone can go home with a smile and fun story to share.

Letter to the Editor... Regarding Mr. Roes Letter to the Editor. It is a great loss for many Essex residents to lose the Essex Party & Discount Store. It is a greater loss, I am sure, for owner Mr. Roes as he has invested so much personally into the store, his employees, and his customers. I would like to assure the residents that contrary to what Mr. Roes said at the end of his Letter to the Editor in the Essex Free Press last week, which stated, “I have had no visitors or conversations from either the Essex Town Councillors or the Essex BIA members,” that we personally visited his establishment a number of times after the closing was announced and talked with Brian about other properties and buildings, but could find nothing that suited the square footage he needed. Along with the Chairperson of the BIA, we spoke many times

and stopped there on the last day of business to thank him for his service to the Town and wish him well. The actions of this Council and the Essex Centre BIA have shown that we are very interested and engaged with improving the environment for business in our Town. The programs that have been introduced to help facilitate new business and retain existing business have had a very positive impact. We will continue to work hard on these initiatives because our businesses and our residents deserve it. Respectfully, Stephen Bjorkman and Mary-Anne Bjorkman Essex Council Member and Essex Centre BIA Director

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Fire Chief explains Naloxone program, certification standards by Sylene Argent Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel took the time to explain the announcement of the expansion of the Ontario Naloxone Program and regulations on mandatory training/ certification to Essex Council at the February 20th meeting. Council received Arnel’s report “Expansion of the Ontario Naloxone Program,” which provided information about the announcement of the launch the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) and the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services (MCSCS) made in regards to the expansion of the Ontario Naloxone Program. The Government of Canada Public Health Agency established a special advisory committee in December of 2016 to review the epidemic of opioid-related overdoses, Arnel explained. Since then, data on opioidrelated mortality had been collected. Through the Naloxone program expansion,

police and fire services will now be included. This expansion will make Naloxone kits available to all Fire Services to mitigate the impact of overdoses, Arnel wrote in his report, adding it should also help Firefighters in case of exposure to opioids. Windsor and Essex County Fire Chiefs met with Dr. Paul Bradford, the local Medical Director with Southwest Ontario Regional Base Hospital Program, in January. Arnel explained that Dr. Bradford’s opinion was that each Community must assess its own municipality to view whether the program has merit. The report continued that Essex-Windsor EMS vehicles are stocked with Naloxone, and all paramedics are trained in its administration. In a chart provided, it highlighted in 2017, Essex Windsor EMS responded to 58,732 calls, of which 38,936 required to be transported. 780 of those calls were drug overdoses and 62 needed a Naloxone administration. In Essex, EMS

responded to 2,505 calls, of which 1,654 needed transports. There were 20 drug overdose related calls and Naloxone was not administered at any case. “After consultation with Dr. Bradford, EMS Chief Krauter and other local Fire Services, the Essex Fire & Rescue Services recommend that they remain status quo in regards to the Ontario Naloxone Program. Essex Fire and Rescue will continue to monitor the situation locally and should there be a spike of these types of incidents, Fire Administration will report back to Council on further recommendations to implement this response protocol,” Arnel wrote in the report. A letter from the MCSCS noted as of January 29 of 2018, fire services have the option to contact their Public Health Unit to order Naloxone kits. The letter includes a list of recommendations with which fire services should comply to enroll in the program. In addition, Council received Essex Fire Chief

Arnel’s report “Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services: Public consultation on proposed regulations for mandatory training and certification and conduction of community risks assessments for fire protection.” In his report to Council, Arnel explained on January 25, 2018, the MCSCS released two proposed regulations under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997, related to new requirements for mandatory training and certification for firefighters, and community risk assessments for the delivery of fire protection services. MCSCS is seeking public feedback on both regulations with comments due March 11, 2018. Through the report, Arnel explained the MCSCS is proposing to establish mandatory certification requirements set out by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for all new firefighters employed or appointed to a Fire Department in Ontario

for the positions of suppression firefighters, pump operators, technical rescuers, fire officers, and fire educators. This would

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Essex MP speaks to ongoing trade deals by Adam Gault With today’s signing of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), Essex MP Tracey Ramsey said that the federal Liberal government has withheld the details of several of the agreement’s side letters, demonstrating a lack of transparency that could prove problematic for

several segments of the population. “From what we can see so far, there are no progressive elements, or anything new inside of there,” Ramsey explained. “When the Liberals are talking about their progressive trade agenda, they’re talking about things like gender, Indigenous rights, labour, none of those things

are included in this new TPP. There’s not much progressive about this deal, and it still contains the same dangerous components about it that it did before.” The side letters in question will be a part of the agreements, but are not enforceable, and face no accountability as to whether they are adhered to. One of the letters of the agreement pertains to the protection of the automotive sector, but like the others, the details of the letter will not be released until the deal is signed. “This is the large complaint about these side letters on all trade agreements. They’ve just been criticized because there is no way to enforce whatever is written down,” Ramsey said. “Three of the side letters that we do know are coming forward on March

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8 pertain to auto. We don’t know what’s in them, that won’t be revealed until the eighth, so we’re going to be watching very closely to understand what their implications are.” Ramsey expressed concerns regarding the negotiation of the deal itself, noting that it had been “shrouded in secrecy,” which she said has been in direct contrast to the more transparent dealings of the ongoing NAFTA negotiations. “(With NAFTA) there’s been this wide consultation, there’s kind of a big tent where everyone’s been brought in, and their opinions are being brought forward, whether it’s in councils or different ways, they’ve shared pieces along the way,” Ramsey explained. “Then we have TPP where none of that has happened. We believe that in order for trade agreements to be good for Canadians, they should be transparent.

They should be available for Canadians to read and understand before they go into force and it starts to impact our lives and our communities.” Moving into NAFTA negotiations, Ramsey spoke in favour of the proposed removal of the Chapter 11 investorstate dispute settlement (ISDS), which left Canada open to litigation from international corporate interests. “This provision has caused us to be the most sued country in the world. In NAFTA, we’ve largely been sued for trying to protect our environment,” Ramsey said. “Corporations can sue us for any amount they see fit, and this actually takes place in a secret tribunal. So, the public doesn’t have access to the system itself, to be a witness to the system, and we’ve paid out over $200 million in costs and legal fees, so it has cost us

significantly.” With the Trump administration’s announcement of new global import tariffs of 25 percent on steel and 10 per cent on aluminum, Ramsey said she has reached out to our Ministers of Trade to act in order to protect our manufacturing sector in the wake of these implementations. “This has massive implications for our manufacturing across the country, as well as locally. Atlas Tube is a major employer for us regionally, and it’s critical that we protect those good paying jobs,” Ramsey commented. “Will it be that the government will give up something in NAFTA, or will it be that Canada retaliates with our own tariff on steel. Then we really start to enter some sort of a trade war, which is not something that we want to do with our closest partner.”

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Remembering Viola Desmond’s fight for change submitted to EFP On a fall evening in 1946, one woman’s act of courage and resilience in the face of racism would prove to be a pivotal moment in Canada’s history. Viola Desmond was a successful Black Nova Scotia businesswoman who defiantly refused to leave a whites-only area of a movie theatre on November 8, 1946, and was subsequently jailed, convicted and fined. While she was unsuccessful in her subsequent efforts to quash her criminal conviction, her story resulted in a milestone human rights case in Canada. Desmond’s court case was one of the first known legal challenges against racial segregation brought by a Black woman in Canada. It was an

inspiration for change and part of a wider set of efforts toward racial equality across the country. The case touched a nerve within the Black community and added to the growing consciousness regarding racial discrimination in Nova Scotia. Desmond eventually received a posthumous free pardon from the Nova Scotia government on April 15, 2010. It was granted by then-Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, Mayann Francis, the first Black Nova Scotian and only the second Black person to hold such a position in Canada. The premier at the time, Darrel Dexter, issued a public declaration and apology, saying charges should never have been laid and that Desmond’s conviction was a miscarriage of

justice. In 2018, the theme of the Government of Canada’s Black History Month campaign is Black Canadian Women: Stories of Strength, Courage and Vision. Viola Desmond’s courageous stand and ensuing fight for justice is one such story and is about to make history once again. Later this year, Viola Desmond will become the face of Canada’s new $10 bank note, becoming the first Canadian woman to appear on a regularly circulating note. The Bank of Canada is proud to feature Viola Desmond as the portrait subject of this human rights-themed note. This note will gradually become available to the public starting at the end of this year, alongside other $10 bank notes already

in circulation. The reverse side of the new $10 note will depict symbols and images that complement Viola Desmond’s achievements and reflect the broader themes of social justice and the struggle for rights and freedoms. Viola Desmond was named as the portrait subject following an open nomination process that called on Canadians to suggest who they thought should be on the next bank note. The excitement surrounding the new $10 featuring Viola Desmond provides an opportunity to break with tradition once again with the next $5 note, which will feature another prominent Canadian nominated by the public who has made a mark on the history of our country.

In due course, the Bank will launch another consultation process to seek input from Canadians on the portrait subject and design of the new $5 note, building on the successes of this most recent process. Visit bankofcanada.ca to learn more about the design and security of Canada’s currency and stay tuned for the launch of the next bank NOTE-able campaign. Follow the Bank on Twitter (@bankofcanada) for the latest news about Canadian bank notes. The Bank of Canada Museum is on Facebook! Follow, like and share the latest information about Canada’s new $10 bank note and much more: @ BoCMuseum

CUPE Local 27 donates to support Autism programs

Members of CUPE Local 27 paid a visit to the oﬃces of the local Windsor Essex Chapter of Autism Ontario and presented a cheque for $4,000.

submitted to EFP The Windsor-Essex Chapter of Autism Ontario recently received a financial boost, courtesy of the members of CUPE Local 27, who will donate $4,000 to support the programs and services offered to children and adults with Autism. “Autism Ontario Windsor Essex would like to extend our deepest gratitude to CUPE Local 27 for this generous donation. All our funds stay local in our chapter to help our children and adults coping with Autism through programs and social learning opportunities, including summer funding to help families as well as providing our summer picnic and Christmas parties for our families. We could not run this level of programming without CUPE Local 27’s amazing contribution. As a mom of a child with Autism, I thank you from the bottom of my heart,” Julie Bondy said, who is the Chapter Vice President. The Windsor Essex Chapter is the largest Chapter in

Ontario and considers itself to be a large family of which its members support each other in many different ways. This local chapter, which is a registered charity, is run by a group of eight hardworking volunteers called the Chapter Leadership Council who meet once a month to organize fundraisers, social activities, and make important decisions for the chapter. “CUPE Local 27 recognizes how important it is to give back to those who need it most in our community,” Fred Jamieson said, who is the President of CUPE Local 27. “The Windsor Essex chapter of Autism Ontario provides critical programs, supports, and recreational activities for children and adults coping with Autism. CUPE Local 27 is proud to assist them with their important work.” CUPE Local 27 represents custodians, building maintenance, preventative maintenance, courier drivers, locksmiths, and a window glazier employed with the Greater Essex County District School Board.

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Fire Chief explains Naloxone program, certification standards... is proposing mandatory certification requirements also be set out by the NFPA to be applied to existing firefighters currently employed or appointed in fire departments across Ontario, including for fire inspectors, fire investigators, fire instructors, hazardous materials personnel, and fire dispatchers. Arnel’s report included ten recommendations, including that the internship program of twenty-four months for newly hired firefighters be expanded to include all applicable areas and

positions, that the date of implementation of the program be reviewed (in light of an election year at the municipal and provincial levels), and that the Provincial Government explore funding to potentially target training of volunteer firefighters in rural/ northern municipalities. Arnel explained the implementation period for the internship program should be expanded in length as this would be difficult for municipalities to meet. Council further supported and approved

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the submission of the recommended comments on the draft regulation as referenced in the report through a resolution for the purposes of providing comments. Arnel brought these concerns to Council to be put forth as a resolution as he believed this method held more weight than sending the Fire Department’s comments through the Ontario Registry. During the meeting, Arnel explained the Ministry has received input on how to modernize fire service delivery in the province from the Provincial Fire Safety Technical Table, established a year ago. This group is comprised of fire service experts, in which the Essex Fire Chief was involved. It examined current and emerging fire safety challenges and opportunities, identified priorities for action, and supported the development of evidence-based recommendations that will enhance fire safety in

Ontario. Through the Provincial Fire Safety Technical Table’s recommendations, the new proposed regulations were developed. Unlike Police and Emergency Medical services, there is no mandatory certification for Firefighters. Currently, each fire department in Ontario must determine its own training requirements and the associated method of delivery for such, he wrote in his report. “While no requirements exist, most Fire Departments, including Essex, typically provide training that reflects the National Fire Protections Association (NFPA) Standards as most of the available training resources model their curriculum on NFPA job performance requirements and requisite skills,” it states in the report. Essex Fire & Rescue currently has 83 percent of its personnel that will meet the new Certification guidelines if approved,

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Arnel noted. This is through grandfathering or through testing. Fire Management believes that by 2020 Essex Fire can be a NFPA Certified Fire Department and meet the necessary requirements as set out in our Establishing and Regulating Bylaw. Through the proposed Mandatory Community Risk Assessment draft regulation, the MCSCS is proposing that Municipality’s be required to conduct a Standard Risk Assessment every five years, focusing on key profiles. Municipalities would be responsible for reviewing their community risk assessment annually to

ensure that any significant changes in the mandatory profiles are identified, Arnel noted in the report. This requirement is proposed to come into force January 1, 2019. Fire Administration have concerns regarding the implementation of this in regards to the financial impact on the municipality. Fire Administration is currently reviewing all of the Regulations to determine the impact on Essex Fire & Rescue. During the meeting, he said Essex should be in good shape to do this. Essex Fire has forwarded out the report to other municipalities.

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AMO, ROMA, and all other Ontario municipalities. User pay childcare services at AMO conferences Councillor Sherry Bondy put forth a Notice of Motion that requested Council contact the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), with a request that the organization offer user pay childcare services at AMO conferences during conference hours. “If we want diversity on Council, and if we want women from the ages of 19-45 to be on our Council, and even young men, young fathers that have children that want to go out of town to conferences, we need to ensure that everyone has the same access to opportunities and experiences,” Bondy said. “If we want change, we have to challenge the barriers.” Bondy added that if implemented, AMO having registered daycare would give Councillors with young children more options in attending conferences. Councillor Steve Bjorkman also noted the importance of child care at conferences. He suggested that the letter be sent to additional municipalities as well to bring support to this endeavour. The motion carried with the addition of writing to other municipalities for support, as well as the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). Notices of Motion to be considered at the March 19 meeting Councillor Sherry Bondy put forward a Notice of Motion that administration look at setting up a business closure prevention strategy. And if closure is unavoidable, conduct exit interviews of the business. Councillor Randy Voakes put a Notice of Motion forward that would discuss the letter Essex sent to then Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Eric Hoskins and his lack of response. He would also like to discuss emergency care.

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Essex welcomes new Manager of Finance and Business Services submitted to EFP The Town of Essex announced the appointment of Kate Bailey to the position of Manager of Finance and Business Services, as of February 26, 2018. As part of the Corporate Services Department, Bailey is responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization, including the coordination of operating and capital budgets, audits, and dayto-day management of all financial activities for the Town. Bailey, who previously held the position of Financial Analyst for Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, brings a wealth of experience to the Town of Essex. A graduate of Algoma University, Bailey earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, specializing in Accounting, as well as a Chartered Professional Accountant designation. She began her career as an Accounting Assistant with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. She then took on the

role of Staff Accountant at Hyatt Lassaline LLP Chartered Accountants before being promoted to the position of Assurance and Tax Manager/Human Resource Practitioner. Bailey also currently serves as the volunteer Treasurer at the Welcome Centre Shelter for Women, a Windsor-based charitable organization.

“Kate’s public and private sector experience is a great addition to our department,” Jeffrey Morrison said, who is the Director of Corporate Services. “We’re excited to have her join the team as we move forward and continually evolve the financial processes at the Town.”

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PC leadership candidates visit the area

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Three of the four candidates vying to lead the Ontario Progressive Conservative (PC) party, leading up to the spring election, paid a visit to the area to connect with the community and cardholding voters last week. Christine Elliott, Caroline Mulroney, and Doug Ford, hosted their own separate events.

Last Thursday, Elliott met with around 125 PC members at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. According to her leadership campaign website, www. christine2018.ca, Elliott is a mother, lawyer, businesswoman, and entrepreneur. She believes responsible leadership is needed to get Ontario back onto the right financial track. She has obtained her Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Western Ontario. She co-founded a law firm with her late husband, Jim Flaherty, where she utilized her business and legal knowledge to provide pro bono legal work for charitable

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organizations. In 2006, Elliott was elected as an MPP. She then served Ontario for nine years, including as Deputy Leader. Elliott became the Patient Ombudsman in 2016. Mulroney, daughter of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, met with PC

and community members at the Ciociaro Club on Saturday morning. She was pleased with the many who attended her early morning event. She said there is a great opportunity to make life for affordable for Ontarians and to get the province “back on the path to prosperity.” Because she has a lot of private sector experience, working for a financial services firm, running business development and marketing, she said she has a different perspective on politics. She is a lawyer as well. “We’ve got to be efficient. We

got to accountable. Transparency is something we need to implement across government services. Taxpayers should know how their dollars are being spent.” She said jobs and trade are concerns in this area. As someone who was on the Board for the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, she would not forget Windsor, Mulroney said. Doug Ford visited Windsor-Essex County on Sunday. Ford addressed a crowd of local Conservatives at the Fogolar Furlan Club about agriculture, health care, taxation, and other concerns of the “grassroots people” he wants to represent as the Premier of Ontario. Ford, is a Canadian businessman and is the older brother of the former Mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford. In 2010, Ford was elected to Toronto City Council in Ward 2, succeeding his brother as Councillor for

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The sweet taste of maple syrup sampled

While sampling the sweet maple product in a variety of forms, including a taffy that was rolled onto a popsicle stick after being poured onto the snow, and flavoured cotton candy, the participants were able

the water out of the sap, which was witnessed onsite on a contained outdoor flame. Further boiling of the syrup can create maple sugar or butter. Kristin Ives, John R. Park’s Curator, was pleased with the turn out at the event, and also with the sunny weather experienced. The weather plays an important role in the maple syrup process. Ives said cool weather during the night and warmer weather during the day is ideal in helping trees produce sap that will be transformed into sweet maple treats. Youth visitors also had a chance to carry sap using a yoke. They also created

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Essex dog tag program has an overall increase in compliance by Adam Gault There has been an increase in the number of licensed dogs in the Town of Essex since the first dog tag blitz occurred several years ago. Between 2012-13, the Town had gone door-to-door, across the municipality, to see if dog owners were in compliance with the Town’s dog licensing bylaw. In the wake of that blitz, there has been an increase in the Town’s dog licensing

revenue line, jumping from around $8,000 to $50,000 annually. In the four years since that initial blitz, the Town has seen enrollment in dog licences decline somewhat, falling to $39,000 in revenue in 2017. “We had budgeted to do another door-to-door this year, but because it’s an election year, we have deferred that until next year,” Essex CAO Donna Hunter said. “It’s one of those things we have to

keep following up on.” Noting the Town’s Animal Control and Bylaw Officers do have the power to issue fines in the face of non-compliance, it is important to remember to keep dog’s licences up to date to avoid a potential fine of $125. “We don’t like to do fines, we like to try and do education,” Hunter said. “There have been instances where there have been fines, but it’s not generally something that

we do.” Revenue generated from the dog licensing program supports funding of the animal control efforts, Essex’s share of the Lakeshore Dog Pound, and the Town’s dog and cat spay and neuter programs. “It’s hard for our Animal Control Bylaw Officers to go door-todoor on a regular basis. It’s extremely difficult and very time consuming. We just don’t have enough Bylaw Officers for that kind of thing,” Hunter explained. Jeff Morrison, Director

of Finance and Business Services, said the success of the program is dependent on voluntary compliance. The program provides pet owners with an additional opportunity of success to recover their registered pets, should they become lost. “It’s in the best interest of the residents and their pets, in case their pets become lost,” Morrison

said of obtaining a dog tag. “It’s voluntary compliance, mixed in with education.” Dog tags can be purchased in person at Essex Town Hall, or at The Computer Centre at 45 King St. E in Harrow. Full details and information pertaining to Essex dog licensing can be found at essex.ca/en/live/ dogs.asp.

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Ramsey believes federal budget falls short in several areas by Adam Gault In the wake of the release of the 2018 federal budget last month, Essex MP Tracey Ramsey is disappointed in what she believes are several shortcomings in areas of the budget, both locally and federally. “We need support for our seniors. Our seniors in the county are really in precarious positions,” Ramsey said. “That’s across the board in trying to afford their housing, trying to afford any form of transportation, their cost of drugs.” Ramsey said that push towards Pharmacare, subsidized prescription medications, would go a long way in alleviating not just seniors, but the concerns of many who struggle to afford their prescriptions. “We hear from seniors on a constant basis, that they are making really difficult decisions about taking their prescription medication, or paying their bills,” Ramsey commented. “There was nothing in this budget to address the really serious gap that exists for seniors.” Ramsey added seniors face additional challenges in more rural communities that aren’t faced in larger cities, such as transportation and support issues. “Because we’re in a rural community, it’s especially hard for our seniors because they don’t have those supports

around them that maybe are available in Windsor or some of the larger cities,” Ramsey said. “So, it was glaring to me that there was a lack of addressing issues for seniors.” In addition to senior issues, pressing issues facing youth are also a subject Ramsey believes the current budget failed to address in a meaningful way. “There really is still a serious struggle for young people facing the cost of tuition, looking at jobs that are available to them,” Ramsey said. “These things we didn’t see addressed either.” Ramsey also critiqued what she considered a lack of significance, of the budget as a whole, including what she describes as some “lofty promises” that have fallen short in the budget’s implementation, especially with concerns to Pharmacare. “People thought when they heard Pharmacare that we were going to implement a Pharmacare program, and that’s not the case. Again, we’re going to have another study,” Ramsey said, noting that the Liberals had a similar study done on the issue more than 20 years ago. “We’ve been there and done this. We know what needs to happen in Canada around Pharmacare, and what we need is action. We don’t need another study, which means this will become an election issue once again.”

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Essex Thunder Atom completes tournament trifecta

submitted to EFP With the Lakeshore Lightning and London Devilettes’ tournament championships already cemented, the players with the Essex Thunder Atom girls team had their work cut out for them last weekend as they battled their way through the competition in the Keith Lindsay Memorial Tournament hosted by the Southpoint Stars. On Friday, the Thunder roared right out of the gates dominating the Brantford Ice Cats from the drop of the puck on. The girls were relentless in pursuit of the puck throughout the game, receiving strong play from sisters Payton and Rylee B as well as Grace “The Wall” O in the pipes. On Saturday morning, the team took

on the LaSalle Sabrecats in, what most observers agreed, was one of the finest passing performances of the season. Unselfishly, the girls tossed the biscuit around the ice with the skill of a surgeon, leading to countless open chances and offensive pressure throughout the game. With Kendyl S’s newly hat trick, as well as strong defensive performances by Avery C, Eve F and Kasey G, the Thunder sealed another shutout victory. Racking up 15 goals for and zero against, in the first two games, the competition ramped up as the Thunder squared off against its division rival ,South County Blue. The action was hot from the get go with chances at each end before sniper Brynn B found the back of the net to put the Thunder up early. What followed was a steady stream of Thunder

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to the sin bin and many brilliant saves by Grace O. In the end, the girls held on to preserve the victory and remain undefeated. Heading into the final game of pool play, the 3-0 Thunder still had plenty of work to take care of against the Windsor Wildcats at Sunday’s final. After a slow start, the girls started to roll when Lily S, Katie S, and Daviney B kept the Wildcats players scrambling defensively as they peppered their goalie. Despite the pressure, the game remained deadlocked 1-1 with only minutes to go in the third period. It was Brynn B who skated around two defenders and scored for Essex to

lock down a spot in the final against the formidable South County Yellow. Could this very young team from Essex really go three for three in tournaments this year and cement their place in history? Before a nearly packed rink of fans, both teams tested each other. Excellent play along the boards by Reese F and relentless back checking by mighty Kacie G had the Thunder bench on their feet and pumped up when Addison M smashed home a rebound to put the Thunder up 1-0. Not to be outdone, the

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Atom Minor Raven team opens all-Ontario semi series

Essex Raven’s fans cheer on the Atom Minor team as it battles in the All-Ontario Semi series against the Woolwich Wildcats. Join the fans, in Essex, on Friday at 6:00 pm and on Sunday at 2:30 pm for games 3 and 4.

submitted to EFP This past weekend, the Essex Minor Raven hockey team opened its semi-final series against the very powerful Woolwich Wildcats. Having travelled the lovely 401 once more,

to amazing Elmira, the Ravens’ players looked to shake off their car legs and come out attacking. Essex scored halfway through the first period on a nifty backhander by Caleb Cavanagh. Midway through the

second period, Ethan “Ricky Bobby” O’Neil roofed a shot from the slot, to put Essex up 2-0. In the first minute of the third period, a Woolwich breakaway was thwarted by Reed VanderVecht, and moments later, the

Ravens scored on a goal by Braeden Cavanagh. The defensive core of Cole Grant, Hudson Diemer, Ben Fuerth, Cade Smith, Mason Ginter, and Jesse Chadwick dominated this game. The strong Essex defence held the blue line and prevented any Woolwich scoring chances. When the final buzzer sounded, the final score was 3-0 for Essex. After enjoying an amazing stay and breakfast at the hotel, the team headed to the rink looking to go up two games to none in the series. Early in the game, Woolwich played a much better game. Unfortunately, the Ravens players came out sluggish, perhaps one too many pancakes. Woolwich opened the scoring and it remained 1-0 through two periods of play. Early in the third period the Ravens players began to find their stride and evened things up on a goal from Sean Wilson,

from a tough angle. Minutes later Woolwich, once again, took a one goal lead. But, Ben Fuerth answered back for Essex with a blast from the blue line to even things up. With no further goals scored in the third period, the game entered into overtime. The Ravens applied strong pressure on the Woolwich team in overtime with a few shots sliding barely past the outside of the post. Unfortunately, it was

Woolwich that hit the back of the net for the game winner, and a final score of 3-2. The Ravens team know they are in a battle for Game 3 this Friday at 6pm in Essex and Game 4 on Saturday at 2:30pm also in Essex. Be sure to come out and cheer this amazing Essex team to victory!

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opponents poured it on and squeaked in the equalizer to send the game into a three on three sudden victory overtime. With the tension in the arena so thick you could cut it with a skate blade, the Thunder quickly rattled off a series of shots, leading to a wild scramble in front of the net before Kendyl S buried the puck. The fans jumped up and the Thunder bench was over the boards to celebrate. With this win, the Atom girls capped off an amazing year of tournament action, going a perfect three for three! The team is grateful for all its supporters this season, who cheered the players on and throughout this tournament over a long and exhausting weekend.

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______________________ 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. Rate of pay$14.00. To apply please email danny@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON 12/15 N0P 2G0. ______________________ HIRING! GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED  Please fax your resume to 519-723-2336. 1-tf ______________________ HELP WANTED: Aphria Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $14.00/hour. Full time hours Monday through Friday. Please apply at careers@aphria.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4. 9-tfn

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PRAYER TO the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You who makes me see everything and who shows me the way to reach my ideals. You who gives me the Divine Gift to forgive and forget all that is done to me, and you who are in all the instances of my life with me. I, in this short dialogue, want to thank you for everything, and conﬁrm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you & my loved ones in your perpetual glory. A person may pray this prayer 3 consecutive days without asking for their wish. It will be granted no matter how diﬃcult it may be, and promise to publish this dialogue, as soon as your favor has been granted. With Grateful thanks J.G.C.

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_____________________ 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. D.D.

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Job Opportunities Town of Essex

Crossing Guards and Crossing Guard Alternates Reporting to the Clerk, Legal and Legislative Services, Crossing Guards for the Town of Essex provide for the safe movement of children to and from school when crossing public roadways and intersections. Crossing Guards are currently needed in Essex Centre.

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For full details and further information, please visit the Employment page on our website: www.essex.ca/ jobs. Police clearances will be required as a condition of employment. Email your classified info to:

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Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume no later than Wednesday, March 16, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. to: Mail or In Person:

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Email Resume to: robertmiller_14@hotmail.com The Union Water Supply System will be undertaking the rehabilitation of the Essex Water Tower starting the week of March 12, 2018, weather depending. This rehabilitation includes sand blasting to remove the existing paint, recoating of the interior and exterior of the water tower and installation of safety related upgrades. The tower will include the Town of Essex logo and will be painted with the corporate color scheme. An LED lighting system will also be installed to illuminate the water tower and logo at night. It is expected that the work will last from March to September 2018.

JOIN OUR MUCCI TEAM!! Quality Inspector(s) • Benefits after 6 months • Full time positions (Mon-Sat) • Swing and/or steady shifts Forklift Drivers(s) • Benefits after 6 months • We certify in house • Full time positions (Mon-Sat) • Swing and/or steady shifts Local Truck Driver(s) • Benefits after 6 months • Must be able to travel to USA • Full time positions • Steady days/afternoon shifts If interested, please forward resume to:

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While construction is in progress, some inconvenience to nearby residents will be unavoidable, but the works and the schedule will be designed to keep any inconvenience to a minimum. The water tower shall be surrounded by scaffolding and an enclosure during the sandblasting and painting. While the work takes place, there will be equipment noises from the site and some extra vehicular traffic near the site.

The Union Water Supply System understands the project will result in some inconvenience to the public, especially nearby residents and businesses. However, with everyone’s understanding and cooperation it is anticipated that this much needed work will proceed smoothly and result in a successful project for the betterment of the whole community. Should you have any questions please contact the Union Water Supply System at 519-326-1668.

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Happy 80th Birthday RITA

COSGROVE The family of Rita Cosgrove are hosting an Open House to celebrate her 80th birthday. We invite you to come by March 18th from 1 to 3 pm at St. John’s Church Hall in Woodslee to wish this awesome lady a Happy Birthday. Best wishes only please.

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Happy 40 Anniversary ROSS & NANCY HOLDEN

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McCRONE, William Nov. 29, 1940 – Mar. 2, 2004

It has been 14 long years since God called you home. New surroundings and new home, but same old feelings of loneliness without you by my side. Another great-grandson, Isaiah has joined our family circle. Please keep watching over all of us. Missing you constantly, ~ Your loving wife Sandra, Wendy, Tammy, Bill, and all their families.

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Memorial verses available

Join us for an Open House Celebration Sunday, March 18, 2018 from 2-5 p.m. 334 Drew Drive, Essex

What’s Going On... MARCH 16  BINGO at Bethel Maidstone at 7:00pm (think green). Cannned goods for admission. MARCH 21 - EKBOFMA  THE EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND, FEATURING JEFF AUTRY -at St. Simon & St. Jude Parish Hall, 267 Meunier St., Belle River at 7:00pm. MARCH 21 - E.C. FARM SAFETY ASSOC. ANNUAL MEETING  6 pm Colasanti’s. For info, call Mary: 519-776-7476. MARCH 21 - RACIAL DISCRIMINATION AND BLACK HISTORY OF OUR AREA  at St. Mark’s By-The-Lake, 150 St. Mark’s Road, Tec. at 7pm. Speaker: Ms. Irene Moore Davis. MARCH 22  INTERNET SAFETY PRESENTATION: At Colchester North Public School at 6:30pm. Open to the whole community.

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MARCH 28  ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING At Essex Retirees’ Club. Speaker Ted Kloske - Henri’s camera shop - on garden photography.

“There are moments when I wish I could roll back the clock and take all the sadness away, but I have the feeling that if I did, the joy would be gone as well.”

APRIL 7  ROAST BEEF DINNER at Bethel Maidstone. Call Rob at: 519-735-8411. APRIL 20  BINGO at Bethel Maidstone at 7:00pm. Canned goods for admission. APRIL 21 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING  9a.m. at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven. For more info, call: 519-738-3476. APRIL 28  GARAGE, BAKE SALE - with a light lunch at Bethel Maidstone from 9am -1pm.

~ Nicholas Sparks

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SIVERNS, Brian Keith - Passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2018 at 49 years of age. Dear son of the late Charles and Karen Siverns. Brian volunteered for many years with the Essex and Community Historical Research Society. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A graveside service has taken place at Country Meadows Cemetery in Essex. Donations may be made to the Essex and Community Historical Research Society. Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-7767378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex entrusted with arrangements. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings on the last Wednesday of every month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens @ 6:30 p.m. All welcome. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.

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Our Adventure Camp is on Wednesdays at 7pm. Our next Baptismal Service is on Easter Sunday, April 1st. Our Restoration House Healing Rooms are open on Saturdays from 9am-noon. For more information visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be Blessed!

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The next Lenten service is Wednesday, March 14th at Brooker Baptist Church and is led by Rev. Kim Gilliland. Join us Sundays at 10:30am, as Major Sam Roberts leads us in Family Worship. Stay for refreshments after the service and enjoy fellowship with our church family. Recently, we had a presentation re: Internet Fraud, thanks to the OPP, at our Tuesday SA Connections program. Drop in from 10 -1 and check out this free community program open to men and women of all ages. On Tuesday, March 13th don’t forget to “wear your green” as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Major Shirley Roberts leads Bible Study at 1p.m. on Tuesdays and we are focusing on the book of Revelation. All are welcome to attend. Messy Church meets Thursday, March 22 from 5:45 - 7:30 p.m. It’s open to all ages, it’s fun, and Family friendly.

Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

The Mission will have its annual St. Patrick’s Day raﬄe. Tickets are for sale after Mass. The draw takes place on March 11th. Our next Lenten Card party is on Sunday, March 11th at 7p.m. at St. Mary’s hall. The winners from February 25th for the ladies are: 1st Joan Broeders, 2nd Nancy Abbruzise, 3rd Joanne McMurren, and lowest tally was Shirley Quinlan. For the men: 1st Tom Hayes, 2nd Jerry Allen, 3rd Vince Dufour, and lowest tally Alex Kovac. The winners from March 4th are 1st Louise Perrault, 2nd Joe Malenfant, 3rd Eugene Albruzzese, 4th Joyce Gyori, lowest tally Jean Young, Lone Hands Louise Perrault, and Joanne Diesbourg. Please pick up your 2017 tax receipts at the back of the church. The Mission Club is asking everyone to “Roll up the Rim for Lent” and to donate your winning tabs or gift cards for 2nd Chance Ministry. Drop your tabs oﬀ in the Tim Horton’s box at the back of the church. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice.

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 10:00am as we welcome Pastor Josh Tuininga from Wallaceburg CRC, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with 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! Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Jay spoke on the ﬁve-fold-ministry from Ephesians 53 and Isaiah 61. The Awaken Conference 2018 - ELEVATE is from March 15th-17th. Please register online. Note: We need help to make this conference an amazing success! Check the list at the Connect Centre. Young Adults meet on Friday, March 9th at 7pm, at the ACM.

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We welcome everyone to worship with us this Sunday at 10:30am, as we continue with our Lenten Series based on “Thy Will Be Done” by J. Rossow. During our worship hour, our children are offered a wonderful Sunday School program and also, a well supervised Nursery available. Coffee and fellowship follow each morning service. A special thank you is extended to the Harrow United Youth Group for their assistance with the Harrow Food Bank last Sunday evening. Senior Choir rehearsals are held each Wednesday evening at 7:30pm. New members are always welcome to join us. If you know of anyone who is ill/shut-in and would like a phone call or visit, please let Laurene know by calling the church office at: 519-738-4223. For more information about Harrow United Church, please visit our updated website at: www.harrowunited.org or call our church office at 519-738-4223.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church. Thank you to everyone who came out to our pasta dinner last Friday, our next dinner is April 6th. March Office Hours: Wednesday, March 7: 9-1, closed Friday, March 9th. Closed March 12-16 for March Break. Psalms Study: Get creative as we explore the Sunday Psalms through Lent. Monday evenings at 7pm - March 12 at Essex United Church and March 19 at St. Paul’s. Essex and District Ministerial Association Lenten Series: Services will be Wednesdays throughout Lent at noon with lunch to follow – Wednesday, March 14: The Parable of the Talents at Brooker Baptist Church with Rev. Kim Gilliland leading. Communion Service at Iler Lodge is on Thursday, March 15 at 10:30am. If you wish to donate towards flowers for Easter, please sign the list posted on the bulletin board, by March 18. Regular Sunday Services are as follows: 1st Sunday of the month only there will be an 8am BCP Eucharist Service. Weekly 11am BAS Eucharist Service & Sunday School. 3rd Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service. Please visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.

Doug Vickery) and in third was Team 14 ([Bill Taylor, Lloyd Honey, ‘the phantom’ ). Play continues at Colasanti’s on Thursdays at 9:30 am. New players/seniors are welcome for this non competitive once weekly gathering of seniors who continue to prove that ‘You are never too old’. For information, please contact Lloyd at 519-3241513.

Essex United Church Join us Friday, March 23, 2018, 7pm; Windsor Symphony Orchestra Neighbourhood Concert Series, Peter Wiebe, conductor, presented by Essex United Church. Featuring David Palmer, organ. Proceeds to the Band Programs at Essex Public School and Essex District High School. For tickets and more information, call the church oﬃce at: 519776-5121. Sunset Produce, in conjunction with GessTwood Camp, is running a FREE camp for 30 children between the ages of 10-15. They are running the entry as a contest in Windsor and Essex County. Call GessTwood Camp at 519-776-7119, for more information. For the month of March, food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank.

Essex Community Services

Income Tax Clinic: Every year, we partner with local Accountants who prepare personal tax returns for individuals who need assistance. To be eligible, you must have a total income of less than $30,000 without dependents, or less than $40,000 with dependents. Tax returns will be accepted from Mar 5 - 23, 2018. Stop in to Essex Community Services at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7 or call 519-776-4231 for more information.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15am. For the fouth Sunday of Lent, Rev. Rounding will lead the service. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Kelly Sauve. A light lunch will be served after the service. Don’t forget to say a special prayer for our friends on the Prayer List. Essex District Ministerial Associated Lenten Series: Wednesday, March 14 - The Parable of the Talents with Rev. Kim Gilliland leading at Brooker Baptist Church. The Soup & Chilli Cook Oﬀ is on Saturday, March 24. Enter your favourite soup for a chance to win the “ Golden Ladle” or your favourite Chilli for a chance to win the “Spicy Chilli Pepper.” Begins at 5:30 pm. A free movie will be shown following the event. The Tartan Day Dinner is on Saturday, April 7 at 5pm. Celebrate your Scottish Heritage or be Scot for a day. For tickets or more information, contact Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-

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Trinity Church We continue to pray for those who have requested them: Sal, Jim, Craig, Erin, Christina, Sandy, Pat, Tyler, and Sharon. Our Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Hilda and Verdun Layson, given by Larry & Brenda Layson & family and in loving memory of John Andrew Souilliere, given by Gerry Lester. The next two Psalms studies are on Monday, March 12 at Essex United Church and Monday, March 19, at St. Paul’s at 7PM. We welcome Rev. Darren Osborne on Sunday, March 11 to lead us in worship with coﬀee hour to follow. Essex and District Ministerial Association Lenten Services continue, with the next one being held at Brooker Baptist Church with Rev. Kim Gilliland leading, The Parable of the Talents. Volunteers are needed for readers/greeters etc. for Holy Week services. If you are able to help out, sign up sheets will be available soon. If you wish to donate towards ﬂowers for Easter, in memory of loved ones, please do so by March 18th. Come out and join us on Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church”in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome! Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Christine Fodor

In case of a pastoral emergency this week, please contact Rev. Kim Gilliland. Our guest speaker March 11th will be John Stevenett. Lonnie Jones will be our guest speaker on March 18th. The March UCW Meeting is in Simpkins Hall at 1pm on Monday, March 12th. Please join us for Rise & Shine Bible Study - Easter Edition. Mondays during Holy Week and the Easter Season, beginning Monday, March 26th at 10:30am in the Heritage Room. We will share in scripture, coffee, and conversation. Maundy Thursday Supper at 5:30pm on March 29th. Join us in Simpkins Hall as we recall Jesus’ last supper, celebrate communion, and then share a meal together. Dinner will include broasted chicken with gravy, rolls, potatoes, and salad. Please sign up in advance with donation. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to our Prayer List, please call the church office (519) 723-2284. Holy Name of Jesus Church The CWL asks you to “Roll Up the Rim for Lent” by donating your winning tabs to be given to Street Help and the Downtown Mission for the homeless. Mission Group Easter Raffle is after mass on March 17 & 18 in the gather space. Draws take place after 11am. Help support our Mission Group. The K of C Fish Fry is on March 16 at 4:30pm. Our annual Member Banquet is on March 3 at 6pm at the Essex Legion. Contact BJ for tickets and info: 519-551-3577. COR 30 is March 23-25, open to all grades 10, 11, & 12. Applications are at all doors. Please see Nick if you have any questions. God Bless you all and have a great week! Golden Years Golf Report On March 1, 40 golfers delivered a respectable 74 aces, with Mary Anne Vickery leading the pack ,with six. A continued strong performance by Mary Anne Vickery resulted in low scores of 16 over two 9 holes, 35 over 18, and 71 over 36. She shared the 16, lead score, over 9 holes with Bill Taylor. The first place team, with a combined score of 227, was Team Queens (John Murphy, Andy Orsini, Bill Ward). In second place was Team 6 (Rose Taylor, Murray Cascadden,

Love, kindness, believing, forgiveness, patience, safe communication are a few of many. Come and join us for 1 hour and learn from the Bible, and the life of Jesus how to acquire these skills. Wednesdays 8 - 9 p.m. Held at the Essex Railway Station, 87 Station St., Essex For more info contact 519-839-5858 Or email: nmestern@gmail.com

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Continued from Page 19 6312. Coﬀee and Conversation is on Thursday at 10am. Everyone is welcome. Woodslee Friendship Club On Monday, February 26th, the Euchre winners were: George Diesbourg, Dave McMurren, Joan Broeders, Shirley Quinlan, and Elmer Quinlan. On Wednesday, February 28th the Pepper winners were: Dave McMurren, Bernice Price, Sandy McGuire, Aggie Rivait, Elmer Quinlan, and Charlie Chevalier. On Friday, March 2nd the Euchre winners were: Jerry Morris, George Sutherland, Candice Rawson, Joan Broeders, Jean Matalik, and Wane Rawson.

Brooker News By Ruth Newman

Services at Brooker every Sunday morning begin at 10am. Everyone is welcome. JOY club for teens meet every Monday ay 3:15pm. Daylights savings time begins this Sunday. Turn your clocks ahead one hour. The next Lenten Service is at Brooker Baptist Church on Wednesday, March 14 at 12noon. Rev. Kim Gilliland will lead the service. A soup and sandwich lunch will follow. All are welcome. Bilble Club Banquet is on Saturday, March 24 at 6pm at Meadowbrook Fellowship. The Klassens will play a Paraguayan Folk harp and keyboard. See Murray Newman for tickets. Brooker will celebrate its 142nd Anniversary on Sunday, March 25. Mike Morency, Director of Matthew House, will be our guest speaker. Come and celebrate with us!

HOME RENOVATIONS

Essex County Library - ESSEX BRANCH MARCH BREAK 2018- Fun @ your library March 12-17. ESSEX S.T.E.M. FAMILY STORYTIME - stories, songs, & simple STEM activities on Monday, March 12 at 11:00 am. Ages 2-5 years old and caregiver. Register online or at the library. FAMILY READ A LOUD - WONDER! - The story is about an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face. On Mondays, March 12 to April 23 at 5:00 pm. Ages: children, families, adults. Register online or at the library. LEGO CHALLENGE: BRIDGE BUILDING! - Tuesday, March 13 at 3:30 pm. Ages 5+. Register online or at the library. HARRY POTTER ESCAPE ROOM - teams of 3-4 compete against the clock on Thursday, March 15 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. (Call library to book your time slot - approx. 45 minutes). Ages 8+. Register online or at the library. MAKE A MASTERPIECE - Friday, March 16 drop in and create your own custom art piece from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm. All ages.

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1928 Chevrolet truck in same family 90 years

1928 Chevrolet 1-ton truck like new again.

John Mytroen of Ridgeway, Ontario, writes: “My grandfather bought this 1928 Chevrolet 1-ton truck new at the local JI Case dealership in Saskatchewan for hauling grain to and from the fields and the local grain elevator. “With no hoist, it had to be unloaded by hand with a shovel. It was also used to haul straw and hay for the cattle and horses and for transportation to and from town. Without a heater, this often made for a brisk ride. “The truck was built in Oshawa and sent to Brantford Bodies for the truck box and then to Saskatchewan. It was used on the farm until 1951 when my father bought a replacement truck and then it sat for many years.” John was born in 1947 and when he was a teenager he wanted to buy the old truck so he could start driving it. His grandfather and father suggested if he could get the truck running, it was his. The truck was stripped and repainted, a valve job was done, wood was replaced and a radio with whip aerial and streamers were added. John got his license at 16 and drove it to high school, into town to cruise the streets, off to Thompson Lake, and a 60 mile trip to Moose Jaw. In 1969, when IBM offered John a transfer to Oshawa, the truck was parked outside on the family farm along with other old machinery until 1983, when John’s family built a large Quonset and moved the truck inside. In 2010, John brought it to Ontario and restored it. The cab and box were removed and within five days it was down to the bare chassis. The western climate had preserved the chassis very well and after sandblasting and powder coating, it looked factory fresh. “I did a complete nut and bolt restoration, keeping the truck as original as possible. All metal and the drive train are original. I replaced all the wood in the cab with White Ash to bring the strength of the cab back to original.” The spoke wheels have the original wood, now refinished like new. How fitting to publish this story in 2018, when General Motors is celebrating 100 years in Canada. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2.

• It was nothing but net for Jimmy Hayes (pictured above), from Essex, who won the Knights Of Columbus regional free throw championship last weekend. Hayes advanced after he won the Council and District Championships, to represent the region from Amherstburg to West Lorne. He sank 19 of 25 free throws at the regional competition, and his scores from all three championships will be measured against other Regional champions to see who is named overall provincial champ for 9-year old boys. • The Essex Ravens Atom Minor team split the first two games of the OMHA Semi-Finals against the Woolwich

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Wildcats. Game three and four of the series will be played in Essex on Friday, March 9 at 6:00 pm and on Saturday, March 10 at 2:30 pm. • The Essex 73’s took on the Dresden Junior Kings, in Essex, on Tuesday, February 27 in a very physical and penalty filled game. After the buzzer sounded, it was a 5-1 win for the home team with goals scored by Adam Gaiarin (2), Anthony Cristofaro, Sylvano Valente, and Dawson Winchester. With this win, Essex advanced to the semi-final series and now moved on to the Stobbs Final to face the Lakeshore Canadiens. Game one of the semi-final took place on Sunday, March 4 in Lakeshore. The Canadiens pulled off the win to open the series, by a score of 5-2. Scoring for Essex were Michael Vieira and Michael Ruttinger. Game two of the series was play this past Tuesday, March 06 in Essex. The series schedule continues on Friday, March 9 at Lakeshore 8:00 pm, Sunday, March 11 at Essex 3:00 pm, and if necessary, Tuesday, March 13 at Lakeshore 7:30 pm, Thursday, March 15 at Essex 7:00 pm, and Friday, March 16 at Lakeshore 7:00 pm. If you have any local sports news, scores, or highlights to share, please email essexfreepress@on.aibn.com.

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73’s upset Kings to face rivals by Garrett Fodor Entering this past week, the number three seeded Essex 73’s held a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series over the Dresden Jr. Kings. The home-team was looking to put the series away. The 73’s first chance to end Dresden’s season was on the road on February 26, which would be no easy task. The team would play much of the game down two forwards. Riley Meyerink left the game after two shifts with an injury, and to make matters worse, the team lost 16-year old pivot, Wyatt O’Neil, at the end of the first period for three stick infractions. Going down two

forwards, Essex essentially rolled three lines. It was able to outshoot the Kings after two periods, 18-10, but it was Dresden who skated into the intermission with the lead. Essex trailed 1-0, despite Jax Dhondt saving a penalty shot. The team was unable to find any offensive momentum in the third period, getting outshot 11-5, which ended any chance of comeback. Essex would drop game five, 1-0. Twenty-four hours later, the series shifted back to Essex for game six. Like most of the games for Essex this playoff season, it started quick and with a bang. Just 73 seconds into the game, Adam Gaiarin blasted a point-shot

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past a screened Brendan Johnston for the lone goal of the period. For Dresden, the game did not get any better. Essex started the second period with the man advantage and made the Kings pay. The home team scored two goals in 28 seconds with the extended power-play, including Gaiarin notching his second goal of the game. To start the third, Dresden would score its first of the game, beating Dhondt cleanly. But, it was over at this point. Essex would respond one minute later, and Dawson Winchester iced the game with an empty netter to carry Essex to a 5-1 final. The win set Essex up for a rematch of last year’s

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Eric Morneau. The ice was tilted in favour of the home-side for the second period and so to was the scoreboard. Lakeshore held the puck for much of the second period and had Essex chasing throughout the frame. The Canadiens outshot Essex 23-5 in the frame. Included in that was a pair of goals for the Canadiens, which increase

the score to 3-1, with 20 minutes remaining. To start the third, Lakeshore would add a pair of goals, which forced 73’s Head Coach Cam Crowder to shake it up and put Tyler Ryan into the net for the first time this postseason. The move was not enough to spark the team as Essex fell 5-2.

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Stobbs Division finals, against the Lakeshore Canadiens. Essex closed out the week with game one in Lakeshore on Sunday night. With 1200 fans in attendance, it was going to be a thriller. From the opening draw, Essex controlled the puck and had Lakeshore on its heels, forcing the Canadiens to take backto-back early penalties. Lakeshore, however, killed both of the penalties off and gained the momentum. 12:40 into the first period, Lakeshore broke the deadlock. Matt Fraser flew a snapshot by a screened Dhondt. But, to close out the period, Essex would tie the game with Micahel Vieira beating

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