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A LOOK INSIDE Russia thanks local veteran on 70th anniversary PAGE 2 ________________ Essex talks economic development and asset management PAGE 3 ________________ The Town’s Flood Task Force moves forward PAGE 19 ________________ Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee creates time capsule PAGE 21 _______________ 73’s celebrated as Schmalz Cup champs at parade PAGE 27 _______________
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Community learns about being prepared - Celebrates Canadian Tire grand re-opening Members of Essex Fire & Rescue were onsite during Canadian Tire’s grand re-opening last Friday and Saturday. Firefighters forwarded information to area residents about being prepared for emergencies.
by Sylene Argent One of the mandates of local firefighters is to provide the community with proper information to ensure they are prepared for emergency situations. Last week was Emergency Preparedness Week, and it was the perfect opportunity for members of Essex Fire & Rescue to set up in the parking lot of Canadian Tire on Friday and Saturday afternoons to help celebrate the facility’s grand reopening and provide information that could help keep Essex safe. Essex Firefighters, from all three stations, had three fire-trucks onsite to help attract area residents, including one with a 95’ platform and another with a 70’ platform. The firefighters were happy to engage the public in fire prevention and safety orientated conversations. This event also gave youth an opportunity to sit in a fire truck and ask any questions they had.
The firefighters said it was important for them to spread the message of fire prevention and how having working smoke alarms saves lives. They also shared information about the new provincial carbon monoxide bylaw that requires homes to have working alarms installed to warn its inhabitants of detection of this silent killer. Some of the information shared with residents over the weekend surrounded the newly revamped burning bylaw that may require Essex residents to obtain a permit if they are planning an open air burn. More information about this bylaw, including which open air burns require permits, is available at www.essex. ca. Firefighters provided the newly Council approved “Open Air Burn” pamphlet and “After the Fire” guide to interested area residents who wanted more information on these Continued on Page 2
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Russia thanks local veteran on 70th anniversary of VE Day Pictured left: A watch given to local WWII veteran Tom Robson by the Russian Consulate on May 10 is displayed beside a clock he received from Russia two years ago.
by Jennifer Cranston At a VE Day Veteran’s Tribute and Reception held in Windsor on May 10, Tom Robson of Essex was one of about 29 area veterans to be honoured by the Russian Consulate. He received a watch with his name engraved on the back.
Robson explained that the gift is to express gratitude for the role Canadians played in helping Russia to defeat the Germans in WWII. Canadians and Americans worked tirelessly to get munitions, supplies and military equipment into Russia. They even delivered Jeeps, tanks and
warplanes. The vehicles were built in North America and shipped in crates to be assembled by the Russians. Without this assistance there is no doubt that Russia would have fallen to the Nazis. Robson was a Petty Officer on four ships during the war, serving from May 1941 until
Dec. 1945. Now, at age 92, he is one of a dwindling number of local WWII vets who continue to share their stories with younger generations. In 2013, the Russian Consulate recognized Robson with the gift of a clock.
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subjects. In addition to fire prevention information, the local firefighters took the time to meet with area residents to stress the importance of having an emergency plan in place. This plan would allow families to be prepared for emergency situations, such as if the hydro went out. The firefighters urge residents to also have enough supplies to last their families at least 72 hours. This supply kit should include things like non-perishable food items, batteries, flashlights, needed medications, first aid supplies, etc. It was convenient for the firefighters to host its Emergency Preparedness Week awareness event at the Canadian Tire grand re-opening as much of the supplies needed in the emergency preparedness kit could be purchased at the store. Tim Ribchester is the General Manager of the Essex Canadian Tire. He said it was nice to team up with local firefighters to
not only celebrate the location’s grand re-opening, but to also help spread the message of the importance of installing carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms. Ribchester said improvements made to the Essex facility began right after the New Year, and in that time Canadian Tire’s customers have been fantastic. “We tried to make it a smooth transition,” he said, adding that the event included many draws creating chances to win prizes. The staff has put in a lot of hard work over the past several months to get ready for the grand re-opening, and he is proud of that. So far, Ribchester has received an overwhelming response of positive feedback from the community on its newly refreshed facility. He hopes the changes made will encourage area residents to shop locally.
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Essex talks economic development and asset management by Sylene Argent Essex Council and members of its administration gathered recently to take part in two meetings regarding economic development and the Town’s asset management plan. Administration is working on a number of topics for related presentations to provide Council with an update regarding Essex’s current status. Upcoming topics will include economic status and development charges. Economic Development Essex’s CAO Russ Phillips made the presentation on economic development at the Essex County Civic Centre on May 4. Economic Development,
he said, pertains to the development of economic wealth or the wellbeing of people, undertaking efforts to improve quality of life, and the process retaining or creating jobs. As it pertains to the municipality, economic development is the process of undertaking a specific set of actions with an end goal of creating conditions in which businesses can prosper. The municipality is not about running business; it is about creating an environment that can ensure businesses can prosper. It is also about bringing new money and value into the community. Phillips said the ingredients of success include political commitment. To achieve economic
success, there needs to be a plan or a strategy with a vision for the future in terms of what Council and the business community would like to see. There also needs to be continued investment in staffing, reiterating that there are Community Improvement Plan (CIP) funds available. He continued that participation is also a key ingredient as it pertains to economic success. There has to be “buy in” from Council, the businesses, community groups, and the public. While the municipality can’t fill empty stores, it can provide tools and landscape to encourage investment. Phillips said there has been some investigation on bringing the Harrow & Colchester South Chamber of Commerce and Essex Centre BIA together. Partnerships and collaboration is needed to
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be effective. Optimism is also important, and goals need to be realistic in order to be successful, he said. In the past few years, Phillips said, many things are happening within the municipality of Essex. Essex District High School is receiving an over $17 million reconstruction, a new Tim Hortons is up and operating in Harrow, there’s a new service area at the Ken Knapp Ford dealership, there is also a new Valvoline Express Care in Essex Centre. These have been implemented within the past two years. There have also been refreshes to both Tim Hortons in Essex Centre, a refresh to the Canadian Tire, Enerquest came to the municipality with a $12M facility in Harrow and created 80
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Good weather means there are more bicyclists on the road, so drivers need to keep an eye out. This weekend I had to pass a line of cyclists that gave me some concern. They were spread out across the lane, some riding side-by-side, and stretched out over half a mile with healthy gaps between groups of cyclists. It was a mixed bag of skilled riders and family members. The skilled riders were in a neat line following the side of the road, the rest were all over the asphalt. I was very cautious when I made my way around them.
When you’re driving a vehicle, be patient with cyclists. Give them a reasonable berth, and never race past them. That extra twenty or thirty seconds you have to wait to get to your important destination or appointment could save the cyclist from injury (or worse). When you cycle, be aware of vehicles because sometimes the drivers of those vehicles aren’t aware of you. Make sure you wear a helmet and stay close to the side of the road (don’t ride down the middle). Also, follow of the rules of the road. Don’t sail obliviously through those stop signs.
Remember, we have some cycling trails in our community. Past Councillor John Scott was a huge advocate of them and the town developed some nice riding paths with him as the driving force behind them. When you use the paths be aware of walkers. It’s great to be fit, it’s great to be active but being fit and active doesn’t mean much if you aren’t being safe. Let’s keep our roads safe for everyone and enjoy the fast approaching summer season.
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Letter to the Editor... Re: OPP Sergeant Rick Maling I want to thank Sylene Argent for doing an excellent article on Sergeant Rick Maling; and, even more so, to congratulate this fine officer on his service to the community of Essex; it was absolutely exemplary in my opinion. As a former resident, Town Councillor, and volunteer at many events in Essex throughout the years, I can state that Rick was a benefit in every way as a police officer, exhibiting great integrity and judgment; and just as equally as a community resident who gave his time freely to many who asked of him.
Those younger additions that came onto the force, some of whom I’m sure Rick knew when they were Essex teens, could not have found an officer to better model themselves after. I was always proud of the many members of the Essex Police Services…Sergeant Maling, one of that esteemed group, may all your endeavours be fruitful and the very best to you and your family in the future. Robert W. Sinclair LaSalle, Ontario
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - The Essex 73’s Again our Essex 73’s made people all over Ontario aware of the town named Essex. It was a long battle when the Port Hope Panthers gave strong competition for the All-Ontario Championship and forced the series to seven games. It reminds me of the years when our Essex team won the championship year after year and sometimes so easily that the interest was not there for spectators to watch the game like the 1180 that attended that final game in Port Hope. That was the source of money for travel expenses, etc. and finally there was concern that the 73’s would have to close shop because of the debt for those travel expenses. I am certain all of us are glad
that the community rose to the occasion back then and helped out. However there has been a long period of time when the team struggled. It’s great the winning effort was revived. We say Essex is a hockey town but we also have had baseball and soccer players as the best in the province. I just read about a team of local soccer players winning the U-15 Kick-Off Championship. I read also that we have more baseball teams than in the past but we will have to wait until Fall to see where they excelled. I trust all of our readers appreciated that double page spread in this paper and the businesses that advertised to make that possible.
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Essex talks economic development and asset management... jobs, and work continues on developing an industrial park in Harrow. Phillips added there is interest in the development of lands where Harrow Public School is located. There has been a lot of focus on the potential closure of schools in Harrow, and there should be concern regarding this, Phillips said. Harrow Public School and Harrow High School are both under an accommodation review from the Greater Essex County District School Board. If either school, or both, close this would age the community of Harrow. Essex has to demonstrate that it is open for business, Phillip said. The Town is encumbered by a large number of rules and provincial legislation, but it is looking for ways to cut through red tape and demonstrate it is open for business. “We, the Town, have to be more proactive in working with local business,” Phillips said, adding this would help encourage growth. One thing Essex can boast about was that in 2013 the town was amongst the lowest taxes collected per resident compared to other area municipalities. Essex has found a way to generate money through other
means, such as through fees, licensing, or permits. Getting the right mix of industrial, commercial, retail, and residential lands is an important aspect of a sustainable urban forum, he said, adding municipal leaders often focus on residential development and look at growth in this sector as being a primary indicator of health of the community. Residential is not enough, Phillip’s said. He noted that a study indicated for every dollar in municipal realty tax collected, a municipality would have to spend upwards of $1.50 to satisfy residential needs. Fees and other sources of revenue help offset this. However, for every dollar collected from industry-based tax, the municipality will spend only 35 cents. One of the things he has noticed is that it can be confusing when referring to Essex – as whether it is the Town, the Centre, or County. “We need to raise that profile,” Phillips said as to who Essex is, what it has to offer, and what it is all about. Along Talbot, many stores have closed, but many have opened, Phillips said. There is a lot happening along the main street. To a certain degree, Essex needs to point people into the direction of the downtown area and into stores through things like signage. Moving forward, Phillips wants to create a committee of business leaders to help identify pitfalls and obstacles in creating economic development. The town also needs to find someone to fill the role of the Economic Development Officer, as the former person filling this role is no longer working for the municipality. Councillor Randy Voakes said discussions needs to begin with Mr. Hearn regarding his property off of County
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Road #3 and potential development there. He made a motion to direct administration to start discussions with the Hearn Group immediately in terms of consideration of industrial development on the land at Hwy. # 3 and County Road 8. He also put a motion forward that the Town immediately seeks a replacement for the Continued on Page 11 TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM
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Essex supports the Ronald McDonald House on McHappy Day
Silvana Iacobini and Leslie Andrade of MacDonald’s in Essex pose with OPP Const. Joe Meloche while he works the drive-thru on McHappy Day.
by Jennifer Cranston On May 6, Essex joined McDonald’s restaurants across Canada to celebrate McHappy Day in support of Ronald McDonald House. OPP Const. Joe Meloche donned an apron
and served up coffee, Big Macs and Happy Meals to help the local restaurant bring in as much as they could for the charity. The annual fundraising event sees McDonald’s donate $1 for the sale of every Big Mac, McHappy Meal
and McCafe beverage to help families live close to their sick children while their children are in hospitals far from home. Local money went to the Ronald McDonald House of southwestern Ontario located in London.
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Library highlights refreshed logo at open house by Sylene Argent Over the past few years there have been many additions and advances to the programs and services the Essex County Library system offers its clientele. These improvements were highlighted at the community open houses housed across the system’s 14 local library branches last Thursday
evening, including the facility in Essex Centre. Some of those additions and improvements to the local library system’s services included the availability of eBooks, online downloads and streaming of music and movies, and educational outreach from which the community could benefit. Essex County Library’s
CEO and Chief Librarian Robin Greenall explained the open houses allowed the staff of the library system to share its refreshed logo with the community. This updated logo is the same as the previous one, but has a splash of colour, she explained. It represents the refreshing of the library’s services. Those who attended were welcome to explore the libraries, and connect with staff while enjoying some refreshments and cookies decorated with the Essex County Library logo. Anyone from the community, not just library cardholders, was invited to attend the open
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house events to learn about the programs and services offered to cardholders, including services provided online 24/7. Community organizations were also welcomed to attend the open house, Greenall added. The
Essex County Library’s tagline and commitment is “connecting communities.” Having representatives from community organizations attend the open house provided a chance for discussions to begin on
how local organizations and the library could partner for projects or provide support to one another in the future. There was an opportunity at the open
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Daria West, Desk Clerk, and Mary Mastrinardi, Essex Library Branch Supervisor, welcomed many people to the library open house. Last Thursday evening, all 14 branches in the Essex County Library system hosted open houses to connect with their communities.
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McGregor’s Long Wait Over submitted to the EFP It’s been 50 years since a primary care provider was based in McGregor. Leo Drouillard has been a resident of the community for 89 years. To the best of his recollection, there have always been barriers to care in the community. Drouillard, his wife Helen and Madeline Hamelin, all lifetime members of the community, were honourary guests on May 6 when the Harrow Health Centre opened its satellite clinic at the McGregor Community Centre. “You don’t get to do something like this every day,” Drouillard said after he his wife and Madeline cut the ceremonial ribbon. Essex Mayor Ron McDermott, Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche, Councillors Steve Bjorkman, Bill Caixeiro and Sherry Bondy were all on hand for the grand opening, representing their strong commitment to the citizens of McGregor and a testament to how hard the community pushed to finally have primary care close to home. “Generous cooperation and support from the town of Essex was an integral part of making this project possible,” said Harrow Health Centre Board Chair, Merrill Baker. “It was a collaboration on all levels from the Ministry of Health, our local Government and our very own staff that worked diligently to make this project a reality.” The proof will be in the test of time for the satellite clinic. The Harrow Health Centre Satellite Clinic has received oneyear approval from the Ministry of Health to offer primary care in the community. The clinic itself opened its doors quietly in February of this year and has been steadily accepting patients ever since. The tremendous turnout from local businesses and patients was evident in the large crowd that gathered for
the official grand opening. “For years statistics have shown that patients from the community of McGregor waited longer for care, traveled further for care and visited local emergency rooms more often than other residents of neighbouring
communities. By implementing this satellite clinic we have already seen interventions that have saved lives and prevented long hospital stays,” said Margo Reilly, Clinical Director of Harrow Health Centre. The Harrow Health
Centre believes that the demand for care is evident in McGregor based on an early review of clinical utilization. Securing ongoing funding will be the next step to ensure longevity of this project. When residents were asked what this clinic
meant to them, there was a resounding sense of gratitude and excitement for this satellite clinic. In March 2004 the Ministry of Health and Long –Term Care (MOHLTC) announced a plan to implement Family Health Teams in Ontario.
The Ministry chose Harrow for the first wave of teams. In June 2006, an agreement was reached with the MOHLTC to begin operations. By May 2007 with generous support from the community, $1.1 million dollars was raised to build a new facility. The Harrow Health Centre opened in June 2007.
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house for community members to submit ideas to the library as to what they like about the current services, and what they would like to see in the future. The open house was successful in that there was interest from community
members, organizations, and area dignitaries who all showed up to learn more about the local public library or show support for the service. People are learning about the library’s traditional services it can now provide in a digital
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format. Looking ahead into the near future, Greenall said the Essex County Library is looking to expand its summer programs and services to incorporate things like technology into learning programs, which will be something different for the community to enjoy. The local branches of the library have been reaching out to the community to look for ways to enhance these educational summer learning programs. Some branches are offering things like art lessons, book clubs, or knitting clubs. More information about the Essex County Library and its programming and services can be found online at www. essexcountylibrary.ca.
submitted to EFP Garlic mustard is an invasive plant species that, despite its pleasant garlicky smell, is devastating for our native forest understory species. Garlic mustard is the “purple loosestrife” of woodlands and fencerows, outcompeting native wildflowers that also flower in the spring by stealing light, moisture, nutrients, soil and space. Wildlife and insects that depend on these early plants for food soon disappear. What’s worse, garlic mustard has been found to excrete a toxin into the soil that negatively impacts the mature trees of our forests. These invasive species have no natural predators and reproduce extremely quickly. Invasive species not only pose threats to other plants and animals within an ecosystem, but they can also cause social and economic problems as well. Every year invasive species cost agriculture and forest industries in Canada $7.3 billion. Ontario has the highest risk of species invasions compared to any other Canadian province or territory, due to its diverse economy, growing population and geographic location. The Friends of Cedar, Mill, and Wigle Creeks, in partnership with the Essex Region Conservation Authority
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Asset Management Essex Council and administration discussed asset management at a special meeting held at the Essex Municipal Building on Monday, May 11. Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter explained asset management is the process of making the best decision regarding the building, operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing and disposing of assets. The objective of managing the municipality’s assets is to maximize benefits, manage risk, and to provide satisfactory levels of service. She explained that the first presentation on asset management was held in December 2013. That presentation was adopted at that time. Administration is currently in the process of
updating this. In terms of assessing the municipality’s assets, there is a ratings scale administration used for evaluation. An “A” would indicate excellent condition, “B” good condition, “C” fair condition, “D” Poor condition, and “E” critical condition. There are five main categories of assets; they include linear assets (roads, sewers, water mains), land and land improvements, buildings, machinery and equipment, and vehicles. Excluding assets under construction, Essex’s combined asset net book value was $179.6 million. Hunter said property taxed supported paved road 2013 replacement costs totaled around $64 million. There are 9.3 kilometers of arterial (or main) roads at an evaluation of a “C.” The collector roads total 3.7 kilometers and have a “B” rating, and the Local roads total 247 kilometers and also have a condition
assessment of a “B” rating. This is currently being updated. Every year, Director of Infrastructure & Development Chris Nepszy said he is part of a team that takes part in a roads tour. They assess the roads based on their experience. He said they are trying to maintain a balance in maintaining roads and come up with a road plan every year, which Council discusses during budget deliberations. He noted senior administration has talked about putting together a five-year plan concerning road needs. Councillor Bill Caixeiro would like administration to come back to the table with costs to fix roads within the municipality that are in poorer condition, and in ok condition. The property taxed supported roadside items replacement cost totaled $5.8 million in 2013. It was assessed that there were 1328 streetlight units with an average
“C” condition, there were 505 units of street poles with an average rating of an “A,” there were 2736 units of street signs with an average condition of a “C,” and 102.5 kilometers of sidewalks with an average assessed condition of a “B” rating. The user rate supported water system had a 2013 replacement cost of $100,068,911. This includes 306 km of mains that had an average condition of a “B.” This also included 709 hydrants, five buildings, 12,287 machine and equipment units, and five vehicles, all having an “A-” average condition. These assessments were based on useful life, which means the average is based on data. User rate supported wastewater system had a 2013 replacement cost of $83.2 million based on useful life. The mains, force mains, manholes, pumps stations, buildings, machine and equipment, and vehicles and an average collected
condition assessments of a “B+.” The property tax supported bridges and culverts had a 2013 assessment for replacement costs of $32 million. They had an average condition of a “B.” Property tax supported storm sewer 2013 replacement costs were $35 million. The mains, catch basins, curbs and gutters, manholes all had average conditions of a “B.” Hunter explained funding gap totals for
the water system and wastewater system, and also the paved roads, roadside items, bridges and culverts, and storm sewers if Council wanted to increase funding for these items to reach a level 1 (funds replacement cost of existing assets) or a level 2 (funds replacement cost of existing assets) based on the building block model for asset management.
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Rose, Rory and Jocelyn are excited to have their photo taken with Queen Elsa at the Happiest Concert on Earth on Saturday.
by Jennifer Cranston The Gymnatorium at EDHS was filled with princesses, super heroes, Jedi and music lovers on Saturday as about 200 people came out to hear the Happiest Concert on Earth. Queen Elsa of Frozen conducted the band of Disney characters while little ones dressed as their favourite characters danced and sang along. A colouring table was set up to help keep active kids busy and there were photo
opportunities with Elsa, Anna, Cinderella, Snow White, Mr. Incredible, The Mad Hatter and more. Prizes were raffled off to help raise funds for the band, but admission was free. Essex Community Concert Band is open to musicians of all ages and is always looking for new members and new opportunities to share their music. For more information, find them on Facebook.
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SLOCK, Albert “Al” - Entered into rest with his family by his side on May 9, 2015 at the Windsor Regional Hospital – Ouellette Campus at 80 years of age. Beloved husband of 56 years to Geraldine “Gerry” (nee Francottie). Son of the late Marcel and Madeline Slock. Dear brother of Larry and wife Lauren Slock. Dearest grandson of the late Theo and Leonie Vermeulen. Son-in-law of the late Fanny and Annie Francottie. Loved brother-in-law of Lewis and his late wife Bev Francottie (2005), and the late Marie Francottie (2008). Treasured uncle of Larry Jr., Mark, Matthew Slock; Mitchel Francottie; Ayden and Gaige Collard; Brett and Holly Francottie; Dana and Tim Collard. He will be sadly missed by all of his friends, especially Joe and Fred. Al retired from Chryslers after 31 years of dedicated service. He was a long-time member of Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Al was the number one fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Detroit Tigers. Visitation was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North Essex. The funeral mass was held on Wednesday, May 13,2015 at the Holy Name of Jesus Parish (146 Talbot St. S, Essex) at 10:30 a.m. Interment followed at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the charity of your choice. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
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In Loving Memory of a dear brother
Herald Ferguson April 19, 1922 - May 16, 2014 Love you forever. ___________________________________________________
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Jack Harrison In loving memory of “Jack” who passed away May 19, 2009 May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm upon your face, May the rain fall soft upon your resting place. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand ~ Thinking of you daily, always in our hearts. ~ Love - Your Family.
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In Loving Memory of a dear life partner, sister, aunt, great aunt, friend, who passed away one year ago on May 12, 2014.
Elizabeth (Betty) Zack Gone is the face we loved so dear. A golden heart stopped beating. Hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. In our hearts your memory stays. ~ Forever loved, forever missed, forever in our hearts. ~ Your loving family.
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HARRIS, Stacey (nee Kelly) - with broken hearts, the family announces Stacey’s passing on Monday, May 11, 2015 at Victoria Hospital in London at 30 years of age. Beautiful wife and best friend of Brandon Harris. Stacey was a wonderful and devoted mother of Lilah and newborn Harper. Dearly loved and cherished daughter of Tim and Mary Kelly (nee Diemer). Much loved daughter in law of Roch and Maureen Frappier. She was the dear sister of Shawn Kelly and will be sadly missed by her brothers-in-laws Mitchel and Eric and her sisters-in-laws Sara and Emma. She is the dearly loved grand daughter of Rita Kelly, Bertha Diemer and Cecilia Harris. Stacey is survived and will be deeply missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Stacey was truly loved by a large circle of friends. The family would like to thank all of the staff at both University and Victoria Hospitals in London for the care and compassion which went above and beyond. Also thank you to the community for all the support and prayers given. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Wednesday 7-9 pm and Thursday 2-5 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Stacey’s life will be held from the funeral home on Friday, May 15, 2015 at 11 am. Cremation to follow. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
- Hello dandelions I wish my roses had survived the winter as well as the dandelions. There appears to be an abundance of them everywhere, except on my lawn. I cut them off as soon as they appear and that way they don’t go to seed. However, I still get those flying seedlings from neighbouring lawns. The yellow flowers can be considered pretty as long as you don’t think about those fluffy white globes that come next that are far from attractive They are ugly in my eyes. It is Creeping Charley, or Jenny if you prefer to give it a feminine name, that torments me. I have not found a way to control it. Try to pull it and it breaks off, leaving several plants for re-growth so by late summer I can scarcely see the grass. I hesitate to spray plant killer for fear it may poison the robins when they hunt for worms. Have you tried dandelions as a delectable green vegetable? I read that in the spring before any dandelion buds appear they are tasty but I have never had the courage to eat them. If they are so good, just look at all the natural food that is going to waste all over the county. It is getting late in the day and I have not chopped off all those yellow flowers before it is too late to prevent them going to seed even though I do cut them down. Must go and do that.
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JOYCE, Norma Jean (Ferguson) - December 6, 1917 – May 8, 2015 - Passed away peacefully at the Sun Parlor Home, Leamington at the age of 97 years. Wife of the late Ledson Harold Joyce (1992). Survived by children, William (Kathy), Swift Current, Sask; Don (Karen) Leamington, Marilyn (Dick Pluimers), Essex, and Robert (Jan) Temperance, Michigan. Proud grandmother of Erin, Amanda, David (Wanda), Terry (Lee Annes), Brian (Dana), Sandi (Glen Holden), Vikki (Tudor), Heather (Michael), 13 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. Special recognition to Dave and Deb Ferguson. Special thanks to all the staff at the Sun Parlor Home for their love and concern for our mother. You are a special group of individuals. Friends were received at the C Stuart Sykes Funeral Home, 91 Division St. S. Kingsville on Monday, May 11th. Funeral service from the funeral home was Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Don Brehaut officiating. Interment in Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville. If desired, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.sykesfuneralhome.ca
What’s Going On... MAY 23 - LAND AND SEA FUNDRAISER - At K of C, McGregor, 9560 Walker Rd. Dinner at 6:00pm. Proceeds to McGregor Squirettes. Advance Tickets only, Rose: 519-776-5710. MAY 23 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING - At the home of Maryanne Knapp, 3450 N. Malden Road, RR#2, Essex at 9 a.m. For info: 519-738-3476
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MAY 23 BAKE SALE & LUNCH BBQ At Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda, 2953 Olinda Sideroad @ Road 5. 9 a.m. - 2:00 pm.
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MAY 23 & 24 8TH ANNUAL WAR OF 1812 ENCAMPMENT At Maidstone Museum, 1093 Puce Rd. From 10am-5pm. For information call: 519-727-8811.
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Donald (Mac) MacKinnon A great big “Thank You” from the deepest part of our hearts for giving “Mac” the best send off anyone could dream of. The devoted friends, staff and dedicated volunteers at the Legion Branch 201, Essex. They went above and beyond with so much love. It can never be duplicated. Thank you again. ~ Sandy & Family and all the Mackinnon Family.
MAY 27 THE ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING At Essex community centre, 7:30pm. All are welcome. May 30 - Echrs, 18 Gordon ave. Everyone is welcome at 2pm. to listen to our speaker Kristen Ives. “The demise of the passenger pigeon”. JUNE 6 – BAKE SALE – Trinity Anglican Church, Cottam - from 8 am to ? Enjoy a free cup of coffee/tea while you choose to buy something from a wide variety of baked goods.
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EVENTS _____________________ BINGO 1st & 3rd Fridays 7:15 P.M. 32 Russell St. - Retirees’ hall $ 500.00 JACKPOT 1-tf _____________________ MARKETPLACE/FLEA MARKETS  At Kingsville Lakeside Park Pavilion, 315 Queen St. On Sundays: June 21st, July 19th in conjunction with a car show in the park, Sept 27th, Oct. 25th, Nov. 8th. 10am to 3pm. Collecting non perishable canned goods for the Kingsville food bank. Free admission. Vendor inquiries welcome. 519-733-9191. 19-1t* _____________________ KITTENAIDE ADOPTION DAY  Saturday, May 16, 12noon - 3pm at Petzown, 1715 Manning Rd. $50.00 adoption fee. 519-324-2729. 19-1t _____________________
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FOR SALE: Jayco - Jay Flight, 5th wheel 2006 (28’ft) 1 slide side. Excellent condition. Call 519-776-7222. 19-1t* _____________________
FOR RENT: 1 Bdm main oor in Essex. $600 per month. Utlities included. First & last. And 1 Bdm upper level. Fridge & Stove. $650 per month + hydro. First & last. Call 226-350-1943. 15-tfn _____________________ FOR RENT: Large 1 bdrm apartment including fridge & stove. $575 incl utilities. Call 519-257-1044. Available June 1st. 18-tfn _____________________ FOR RENT: Beautiful main oor 1 bdrm. apt. in McGregor. Large windows. $580/ month + hydro. Includes fridge, stove, parking. Phone 519-562-6670. 19-tfn _____________________
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Please forward resume by email or fax to: Email: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290
HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: Can do dry walling, painting, and most other renovation projects. Will do yard work, clean eavestrough, clear driveways in winter, etc. Call 519-776-6897, ask for Paul. Have references if need to see also. Why wait? Get your projects done. Very reliable. 16 - 4t* _____________________ DUPUIS & SONS HEATING & COOLING: Central Air or HiEff Furnace, $1995 + HST installed. 10 YR WARRANTY Certified TSSA contractor. New & Old construction. For all your heating/ cooling/HVAC needs. 519-990-6715. 15-4t*
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HELP WANTED _____________________ DRIVERS WANTED: AZ or DZ Clean record. Will train qualified applicants. Fax resume to Quinlan Inc. 519-723-2336. 1- tfn _____________________ HELP WANTED: General Labourers Wanted. Fax resume to: 519-723-2336. 13-tfn _____________________ HELP WANTED: Senior woman looking for one or two students for garden, farm or yard work, etc. One or more days a week. Times negotiable. 519-723-2121. 19-1t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD REQUIRED. for private pool. Please email resume and certification to 19-2t* metmanagement@bellnet.ca _____________________
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$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON 12/15 N0P 2G0. _____________________ HELP WANTED: Full time help required. General labour, will train. Must be able to work all shifts. Starting at $14-15/per hour. Email resume to ontopasphaltmaintenance@gmail.com. 19- 2t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: Division Road Pre School, Kingsville. Email or fax resume to dccentre@jet2.net (OR) 519-733-2108. 19- 3t*
Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! in The Classifieds
CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn _____________________
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_____________________ YARD SALE: 262 Beverly Dr. in Viscount Estates. May 16th from 8am-? Clothes, sizes 10 & 12. 50¢ - $1.00 Jewelry, misc. 19- 1t*
_____________________ MULTIFAMILY YARD SALE: Something for everyone - House 62 Road 8, West. (Kimball’s Lumber & Arner) Follow the signs. Saturday, May 16 - Monday 18. 8am-4pm. 19- 1t* _____________________ YARD/RENO SALE: RND Shower enclosure with new base, laundry tub w/taps, light fixtures, hardware, door knobs, handles & pulls. Nautical home decor, yard tools & lawn fixtures, misc. items. Friday, 8am-4pm & Saturday, 8am-Noon. 148 Oak Drive, Tully Meadows, Essex. 19- 1t* _____________________ GIGANTIC COMMUNITY YARD SALE: Saturday, May 16, 8am-2pm, Wildwood Golf & RV Resort. 11112 - 11th Conc., McGregor. Bargains galore. All are welcome. 19- 1t* _____________________
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Claims against the Estate of FRANK ELI KOKOVAI, late of the Town of Tecumseh, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, who died on March 21, 2015, must be in my hands by June 25, 2015, after which date the estate will be distributed. William K. Kendrick Barrister & Solicitor, 903-500 Ouellette Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 1B3 Solicitor for the Estate Trustees _____________________
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of William Adrian McOuat, late of the Town of Kingsville in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 8th day of December, 2014, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 29th day of May, 2015; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Essex this 28th day of April, 2015. Margery MacGregor, Estate Trustee, by her Solicitors, HICKEY BYRNE, 14 Centre Street, Essex, Ontario, N8M 1N9. Attn: Joseph A. Byrne. 519-776-7349
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Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd. Is looking for:
FULL TIME VEGETABLE PACKERS • Wage: $11.00/hour, minimum 40 hours/week. • Repetitive tasks, standing for long periods of time, handling weight of 20 lbs. or more. • Fast paced environment, must be able to sort and pack produce. • Cold warehouse setting. • Experience an asset.
Email resume to: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com or Fax: 519-733-5290
DelFresco Produce Is looking for a:
WAREHOUSE PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR • This is a full time permanent position which requires day, evening and weekend work. • Experience and knowledge of produce an asset, wage will depend on experience. • Successful candidate must have a high school diploma • Job duties include managing employees, working with inventory control software, establishing work schedules, training staff among other duties.
Please email resume to: bruceb@delfrescoproduce.com or fax resume to 519-733-5290
Town of Essex Economic Development Officer Part-time The Town of Essex is currently seeking a part-time Economic Development Officer. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of the Town’s economic development programs and initiatives for business retention, promotion, marketing and expansion. For full details and further information, please see our website at www.essex.ca. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2015 to: Mail or In Person: Manager, Human Resources 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON N8M 1A8 Email: hr@essex.ca
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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News Don’t forget Messy Church Thurs. May 14th from 6-8 p.m. Come out and enjoy a new way of experiencing church with your family. Join us for Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. led by Lt. Kristen Gray. You are also welcome to join us for our Sunday Prayer Meeting at 10:15 a.m. Looking for something to do on Tuesday morning? You are welcome to participate in a low impact exercise program at 9:30 and after that, you can stay for our Connections program from 10 -1 p.m. Each year the Salvation Army has a World Missions Fundraiser to provide essential funding for the infrastructure of the Salvation Army worldwide. You can help the Essex SA with this project on Monday, June 1st. The A1 Chinese Restaurant in Essex will give a portion of proceeds collected on that day from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. on take out orders, or you can eat in. Funds raised will benefit our partner territories in Africa- namely Liberia, Malawi & Zimbabwe. The Messy Church Year End party will be on Friday, May 29th at Adventure Bay Water Park. Advanced registration and payment is required by Friday, May 15th at the latest. For more information and to register, call Lt. Kristen at the church at 519- 776- 4628. Essex United Church Our hymns and Jim’s message emphasized the value of family and that we are part of the family of Christ. Our Junior choir sang with the Senior Choir We thank our Dream Team (those who organized the yard sale) and all the helpers for the success of our yard sale. Team A will work at the Downtown Mission on Friday, May 22. Call Arleen Hatt if you would like to help. If you missed our comprehensive review, please have a look online at the United Church web page. Donations of food will go to the Salvation Army food bank this month. Our new reader and greeter list is in the narthex. SpecIal mention was made
of the Scouters and church school members, who helped serve the guests at our dinner play. Thanks to those who served at the Salvation Army on Tuesday. We are working on a plan for the next three or four years. Pastor Jim asks us to be confident the Holy Spirit will lead us. Donations to the Nepal disaster may be made through the United Church. Last Sunday the children of the church school did sidewalk chalk art on the front sidewalk Trinity Church Please keep in your prayers James, Elaine, Bill, Clarice, David and Rita. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Keith & Denis Wall, given by Brian, Ruth & Zachery Wall. Happy Birthday this week to Greg Layson, Brian Wall, Peter Kistulinec and Bill Wuerch. Essex Deanery Anglican Church Women Pot Luck Lunch on May 23 at 12 noon at St. John the Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington. Bring a “pot luck” dish to share as well as your own dishes and cutlery. Tea & coffee supplies. Guest speaker is Christine WilsonFurlonger from Street Help. The Thank you bank this month will be going to PWRDF. Our toy drive continues. Come out to our Bake Sale June 6! See you Sunday for service at 9:15 in the “Little White Church in the Cemetery” in Cottam. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson We are a caring and giving faith community that has been worshiping and praising for 211 years! We would love to have you join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am! Last Sunday, Reverend Staples delivered a powerful message entitled “Can Anyone Withhold the Water” based on Acts 10: 44-48. We also listened as Dee Turton sang a beautiful song “Angel” as part of our Mother’s Day recognition. Last Sunday’s Love Bucket
raised $172.20 for the Kit Richardson Bursary. Thank you for your support. On May 31st there will be a luncheon following the church service to support the Kit Richardson Bursary. On Sunday, June 14th we will be having an outdoor service at the Harrow Park. This will also mark the 90th anniversary of the United Church of Canada. Bring your bells so that we can “ring out” in celebration with all United Churches across Canada! To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our regularly updated website at: www.harrowunited.org Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev. Ann will be giving her special message. Greeters to at the door will be Joyce Strople and Fran McKim. The Holy Scripture will be read by Jean Matalik. Serving the lunch after Service will be Kelly and Chris Sauve and Jean Vetor. The Spring Newsletter has been mail. If you haven’t received yours yet, or would like one please contact the Church Office. If you would like a visit or have Pastoral concerns contact Rev. Ann. Choir Practice: Monday at 7:30 pm. All are welcome. Coffee and Convervastion: Thursday at 10 am. Book discussion: Tuesday May 26 at 7 pm in the Round Room. The book is The Shack by Wm Paul Young. BBQ Rib Dinner Saturday, June 13 from 4 to 7 pm. Eat in or take out. Tickets available by any church member. Woodslee Friendship Club We hope all our Mothers had special times with their families this weekend-Dads, your day is coming. The Pepper winners for the past week were: Charles Chevalier, Edna Chevalier, Mary Demars, Dave McMurren and Joanne McMurren. The Euchre winners were: Joan Broeders, John Broeders, Kora Brooker, Ray Brooker, Marge Chevalier, George Diesbourg, Chap Fuerth, Veronica Granger, Jean Matalik*, Joanne McMurren* and Donna Poisson. For information, call Fran McKim at 519-961-9532. Enjoy your week! Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker Weather has finally settled into nicer weather and barbeque time again. The spring flowers in everone’s yards are gorgeous with all the colours. The Pleasant Valley
Community Club held its Pepper party on Tuesday night and the lucky winners were: Mary Demars, Elaine Taylor, Eileen Ames, Josie Dresser, Jack Morris, Charlie Chevalier, Thomas Allison & Don Ames. The Saturday evening Euchre winners were: Eileen Ames, Mary Demars, Josie Dresser, Eileen Salter, Keith Dresser, Ken Salter, Don Ames & Thomas Allison. Have a great week and enjoy this nice weather! Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday Worship Service at 10 am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is at 10:15 am. Guest speaker on May 17th will be John Cats. Friday, May 29th is the final BINGO until September. Bring a donation or canned/ dried goods for admission. Prizes and baked goods are appreciated. See you there! Rob Carnies will be our guest speaker on May 31st. June 2nd is our Iler Lodge Service at the nursing home at 2pm. Volunteers are welcome & Appreciated. Tuesday, June 2nd is the Annual U.C.W. Dinner at 6pm at the Kingsville Golf Club. Carpooling from the church. Sign up sheet in the hall. June 13th is “A Walk In The Park for Haiti” - Walking for Haiti on June 13 at 10am from Lakeside Park in Kingsville, through the park, then to John & Linda’s for a BBQ. Sponsor sheets at the church. Tina is still collecting milk bags for Haiti. Next week - May 17 - 7th
of Easter - Elder on Duty is Judy Krol, Door Greeters are Jan & Flyod Simpkins and Lock-Up is Floyd Simpkins. Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight Pastor Rods Mothers Day message was all about passing the love that is inside of us along; living from grace and not from the law. We are walking into a season of mothering and fathering. Men’s Breakfast, May 23rd 8a.m. at Rose’s Kitchen in Essex. Impact Bible Day Camp, July 20th-24th. Intercession, every Tuesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Children, Youth and Adult classes, Wednesday’s at 7 p.m. Restoration House Healing Rooms, ‘A place where hearts meet Hope Open Saturday’s, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee. Paquette News The sun was shining and the pies were flying out the door at Redeemers 5th Annual Pie Palooza this past weekend at the Bloomin’ Gardener. Thanks to everyone who helped and supported. As you work on your spring cleaning, keep in mind Redeemer is collecting treasures for this year’s yard sale. If you have any treasures you’d like to donate, call us at 519-737-6850 #28. ‘Knitting For Peace’ is looking for volunteers & donations for their ministry. Every other week this group meets to knit and grow together, and they are now starting on a new venture. Knitted hats, scarves & mitts
are being made for the Out Of The Cold program in Windsor as well as lap blankets for people sick or infirmed in any way. They would love fellow knitters to join them, or even donations of yarn and wool. For additional information check out our website at www.ststephens-redeemer. com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.
Essex Community Services Saturday, May 30th - from 12pm to 6pm, join Essex Community Services along with three local wineries and one local craft brewing company for our second annual Wine Tour & Dice Run! Transportation is available! Sign-up deadline is Friday May 15th. For registration, to volunteer, or more information please call: 519-776-4231 or stop in our office: 35 Victoria Ave Unit 7, Essex.
Maidstone Cross Thank you to everyone who donated prizes and purchased tickets for the Mission Club’s Mother’s Day Raffle. The winners were Helen Lavin, Nancy Cook, Vera Quinlan and Karen Fraser. All proceeds went to Fr. Emmanuel for his Uganda Martyr. The 12th Annual Parish Golf Tournament takes place on Sunday, June 28th at Willow Creek golf course with 9 holes and BBQ dinner. Registration forms are available at the back of the church or call 519-995-5284. Proceeds to St. Mary’s Altar Society. The Sandwich South Historical Society invites
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2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 (519) 733-2305 www.kingsville.ca kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca
Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Position Available The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Director of Corporate Services/Clerk for the Town of Kingsville. The Town of Kingsville, which includes the communities of Ruthven and Cottam, with a population of 21,500, is seeking an experienced and energetic individual to become a key member of the senior management team and will be reporting directly to the CAO. The Director of Corporate Services shall have obtained a Bachelor of Laws Degree and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior management position related to law or the Municipal Clerk’s function. A complete description of the Director of Corporate Services/Clerk duties and Application Form (Career Profile Form) are available online at www.kingsville.ca under the Employment Opportunities heading or may be obtained at the municipal office at the address below. To be considered for this position the Career Profile form must be completed. Interested applicants shall submit a completed Career Profile form together with a covering letter and resume marked “Private & Confidential” no later than Friday, May 29, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. Completed Application Forms will be accepted by regular mail, personal delivery or email to: Human Resources Department The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9 E-mail: ddigiovanni@kingsville.ca
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The Planning Act No ce of Adop on of an Amendment to the Official Plan by the Corpora on of the Town of Essex
The Planning Act No ce of Passing of a Zoning By-law Amendment By the Corpora on of the Town of Essex
Take No ce that the Council of the Corpora on of the Town of Essex has passed By-law Number 1409 on the May 4, 2015 under Sec on 17 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 to adopt an amendment to the Official Plan. Take No ce that only individuals, corpora ons and public bodies will be en tled to receive no ce of the decision of the approval authority, being the County of Essex, pertaining to the Official Plan amendment, if a wri en request to be no fied of the decision is made to the approval authority. If you wish to be no fied of the decision, you must make a wri en request to the Corpora on of the County of Essex, a en on Mr. William King, Manager of Planning Services, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, On, N8M 1Y6, Telephone (519) 776-6441. And Take No ce that only individuals, corpora ons and public bodies may appeal an Official Plan Amendment to the Ontario Municipal Board. A no ce of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated associa on or group. However, a no ce of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the associa on or the group on its behalf. An appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the By-law may be completed by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Essex not later than June 1, 2015, a no ce of appeal se ng out the objec on to the By-law and the reasons in support of the objec on accompanied by the required fee of $125 made payable to the Minister of Finance. An explana on of the purpose and effect of the By-law, describing the lands to which the by-law applies is a ached. The complete By-law and any associated informa on are available for inspec on at Town Hall, 33 Talbot Street South, during regular office hours. Note: If you wish to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), the requisite appeal forms are available from the Ontario Municipal Board on their website: www.omb.gov.on.ca or you may obtain the appeal forms from the Clerk’s office. No person or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal of the decision unless, before the by-law was passed, that person or public body made oral submissions at a public mee ng or wri en submissions to the Council, or in the opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body.
Take Notice that the Council of the Town of Essex has passed By-Law Number 1410 on May 4, 2015, under Section 34 of the Planning Act. And Take Notice that only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a Zoning By-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. An appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the By-law may be completed by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Essex not later than June 1, 2015, a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons in support of the objection accompanied by the required fee of $125 made payable to the Minister of Finance. An explanation of the purpose and effect of the By-law, describing the lands to which the By-law applies is attached. The complete By-law and any associated information are available for inspection in my office during regular office hours. Note: If you wish to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), the requisite appeal forms are available from the Ontario Municipal Board on their website: www.omb.gov.on.ca or you may obtain the appeal forms from the Clerk’s office. No person or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal of the decision unless, before the by-law was passed, that person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the Council, or in the opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body. Dated at the Town of Essex on May 12, 2015. Cheryl Bondy, Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: (519) 776-7336 Extension 1132 Email: cbondy@essex.ca Appendix A
Dated at the Town of Essex on May 12, 2015. Cheryl Bondy, Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: (519) 776-7336 Extension 1132 Email: cbondy@essex.ca Explanatory Note The purpose of By-Law 1409 is to expand the Settlement Area of Harrow Centre and to re-designate the lands affected, described as Part of Lots 3, 4 and 5, Plan 202, Colchester South, situated on the west side of Roseborough Road, north of County Road 20, from Agricultural to Industrial. Approximately 16 hectares (39.5 acres) of this 17 hectare (42 acre) parcel is occupied by field crops under one ownership, while the balance of the lands affected are occupied by two single detached dwellings, municipal addresses 1245 and 1247 Roseborough, under a separate ownership. The location of the lands affected is shown on the Key Map. This Official Plan amendment requires the approval of the County of Essex, as the approval authority, and it comes into effect upon that approval. The lands affected are also the subject of a rezoning by-law, By-law 1410, which will change the zoning of the properties from general agricultural to permit general manufacturing and business park uses. For further information and to get copies of the amending by-laws and related reports to Council, please contact Jeff Watson, Policy Planner, telephone 519-7767336 Extension 1116, or by email at jwatson@essex.ca, during normal office hours. Key Map A key map showing the location of the lands affected by By-law Number 1409 and By-law Number 1410.
Explanatory Note The lands affected are located on the west side of Roseborough Road generally between Sinasac and the south limit of the Town’s soccer complex and are approximately 17 hectares (42 acres) in area. They consist of Part of Lots 3, 4 and 5, Plan 202, which includes farm land with no municipal address, and two single detached dwellings, municipal addresses, 2145 and 2147 Roseborough Road. By-law 1410 amends the Town of Essex Zoning By-law Number 1037, which is the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Town. Zoning By-law 1037 regulates the use of all lands, buildings and structures in the Town, while By-law 1410 will change the zoning of the subject lands from Agricultural 1.1 (A1.1), a general agricultural category, to Manufacturing 2.1 (M2.1), a general industrial category, and HM2.1, the same zoning category but with a holding provision. The holding provision precludes the issuance of building permits until certain development preconditions are met. These include, but are not limited to, the approval of a draft plan of subdivision and the execution of a subdivision agreement for the provision of internal roads and municipal services. It also adds site and land use regulations that will supplement the M2.1 provisions. By supplementary amendment, in addition to the M2.1 zoning, additional land use provisions will apply to the lands identified as Phase 2A in Appendix A of this amending by-law. See paragraph 3 of the amending by-law for the list of additional permitted uses and prohibited uses within the delineated business park, identified as Phase 2A. Further, by supplementary amendment the following provision applies to all lands in Phases 1, 2A and 2B, a required exterior yard shall have a minimum depth of 7.5 metres (25 feet) and shall be used exclusively as a landscaped yard. Note: This rezoning is subject to the approval of Official Plan Amendment 5 (OPA 5) by the County of Essex. This amending zoning by-law will not take effect until such time as OPA 5 is in force. For further information please contact the Manager of Planning Services, Bill King, Telephone 519-776-6441 Extension 1329, Email: bking@countyofessex.on.ca.
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“It’s a very high-tech study,” said Graf. Nepszy said that building this model would be incredibly valuable. “It’s a first step to getting an accurate picture of what we have in the ground,” he said. The town has also installed several devices in lowlying areas, beneath manhole covers that will help to keep storm water out of the sanitary system. Each member of the group conducted research on other municipalities and rebate programs that help property owners make changes to their homes to reduce the chances of flooding. A discussion of these programs led the group to begin designing a possible program for Essex that they hope to eventually present to Council.
sewer systems in Essex. The group explained that the way these laws are written could make them confusing and difficult to understand. They asked that a simplified version of these by-laws be created and be included on the Town’s website so that they and all residents can better understand their role in protecting themselves. They also talked about better ways to enforce these by-laws. When properties have improper connections to existing infrastructure it creates excess and unnecessary burdens on those systems, which becomes a problem for the whole town in heavy rains. Essex Environmental Services Manager, Andy Graf, explained that education needed to be a top priority. “Education is going to be key,” he said. He explained that there are many residents who don’t know that there are errors and cross-connections (between storm and sanitary sewers) on their property. There are many who don’t understand that these errors contribute in a large way to sewage backing into homes during heavy rains. He said there are even some cases where residents are knowingly non-compliant and never get reported. The Town has always done inspections and maintenance on these systems, Nepszy explained, now the process has become combined with an in depth study that will contribute to a computer model of the entire sanitary system and better enable them to target problem areas and make necessary corrections and repairs. Data from the inspections, over 500 manholes so far, is compared to drawings on file and data from the sewage treatment facilities and rainfall data.
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by Jennifer Cranston Following severe flooding in Essex last year the town created a task force to look for solutions. Last Thursday, was the task force committee held its third meeting. Chris Nepszy, Essex’s Director of Infrastructure and Development, chaired the meeting. The meeting covered a variety of topics beginning with some housekeeping issues and moved on to discuss measures the Town is taking to reduce basement flooding. They also looked at possible municipal subsidy plans that would help residents protect their homes. The meeting was capped off with a tour of the Essex Centre Treatment Facility, the Essex North East Lagoon and Essex Pollution Control Plant. The group will conduct an education and information gathering initiative that will involve public surveys and education for homeowners to help them protect against flooding. The group and Town administration will use the surveys to target all the problem areas and seek solutions. The plan is a social and traditional media blitz designed to reach as many people as possible. One of the many projects conducted by the task force between meetings was to review the existing bylaws that govern construction and sanitary and storm
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Getting an early start on Heart and Stroke’s Big Bike event by Jennifer Cranston Each year the Anger Family and their friends participate in the Heart and Stroke Big Bike event as Team Anger. They do this in honour of Walter Anger who passed away more than
20 years ago. Cole Vander Veen is a great-grandson of Anger’s and says this car wash is one of a few fundraising events the family will hold leading up the Big Bike’s arrival in Essex in June. Another fundraiser
the family is holding is a Beef raffle. Anyone can buy tickets and the prizes are $250 worth of beef, $150 worth of beef and $75 worth of beef from Anger Farms. The draw will take place on May 30. Those interested in tickets
should contact Cindy Vander Veen at 519 5641092.
For more information on how to get involved with the Big Bike, or to
enter a team, visit support. heartandstroke.ca.
Cole Vander Veen, Pat Cooper and Ashley Anger work to attract customers to a carwash at Home Hardware on Saturday. The car wash is one of the events the Team Anger Big Bike team is holding to raise money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee creates time capsule in the Honour Wall by Jennifer Cranston Construction of the Honour Wall that will accompany the Essex Memorial Spitfire is well underway and is on track for the dedication ceremony scheduled for May 24 at 2 p.m. Last Saturday morning, before cement trucks came from Essex Ready Mix
to fill the footings of the Essex Memorial Honour Wall, a time capsule was created within the foundation. Crews from Windsor Wall Forming, and Golder Associates Inspection Company, were at the site as Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee members gathered,
mementos in hand. Each of these companies as well as Essex Ready Mix, Shepley Excavating and Mike Belaire Landscaping have donated labour, service and/or materials to the project. Councillor Randy Voakes was the first to present an item, a sealed
Pictured left: Randy Voakes hands his portion of a time capsule to Donavan Fowler of Windsor Wall Forming last Saturday. Several items were wired into the footings of the Essex Memorial Honour Wall shortly before the footings were filled with concrete.
length of PVC pipe containing a letter from his daughter, Priscilla. Priscilla wrote the letter to her parents when she was a little girl shortly after she was diagnosed with arthritis. Priscilla passed away shortly before the replica Spitfire was erected and the plane is named after her. Added to the letter are the signatures of the entire committee and Saturday’s date. The letter was added “So when me and Shelly die, it doesn’t get lost,” said Voakes. Mike Beal contributed a poppy with a “Year of the Veteran” pin. Others brought personal letters and photographs that in some way related to the veterans and loved ones in their own lives. During the dedication, the Essex Rotary will be on hand selling a barbeque
lunch. Two live bands will be playing as well as a bagpiper. The BIA has donated 500 Canadian Flags to be handed out
to the public and each business will display a Canadian Flag on that day.
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Continued from Page 17 everyone to come out to the final meeting before the summer on Thursday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m. at Mrs. Hazel Smith’s farm at 134 Road 10 in Cottam. She has WWI and WWII artifacts on display. Everyone welcome. Our sympathies and prayers to Susan Liedtke on the passing of her father, Karl. Please keep Dominic Bissonnette, Monica Pare, Bill Gould, and Gerry Allen in your prayers and all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers. Happy Victoria Day!
and Stroke will be here Thursday, May 28 from 9 a.m. - noon with refreshments at 10 a.m. Call if you plan to attend. Free lunch and door prizes. Two more volunteers are needed in our little kitchen for Friday night Bingo and special events. Floyd Cascadden had high score at Monday night Pepper, Louise Perrault had most Peppers and Lawrence Dobson had low. Marion Fuerth won Tuesday afternoon games and Judy Lane earned most Peppers while Estelle Spoors took low spot. On Wednesday night, Debbie Monchamp had high score and there was a tie for most Peppers by George Diesbourg and Roger Monchamp, while Eileen Ames was low.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church The Communion service at Iler Lodge is May 21 at 10:30 a.m. Essex Deanery Anglican Church women Pot Luck lunch is on May 23, at noon, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington. Bring a pot luck dish and your own cutlery and dishes. Guest speaker is Christine Wilton-Furlonger from Street Help. Thank You Bank for May supports the Primate’s World Relief and development Fund. Our contributions will join with others across the country for a work that makes a difference locally and globally.
Essex Retirees’ Club News Foot Care coming - The students from St. Clair College will be bringing us free foot care again next month. Sign the sheet for a 1 or 2 p.m. appointment for Tuesday, June 16. They will come again in August. Call the Retirees’ Club for info. We welcome six new members to the Retirees’. It’s yard sale season and we will have one on Saturday, May 23. Please donate gently used items. Our next public Bingo is May 15 at 7:15 p.m. There is a nightly jackpot of $500 and the potential to win an extra $200. Special Monday night Pepper is May 25 at 7 p.m. with prizes for top score. The VHA Home Health Care in partnership with VON and Heart
Golden Years Mini Golf League On May 7, 87 aces dropped over 36 holes by 51 golfers. Leading the charge with five each were Andy Orsini and Art Sweet. An impressive score of 16, over 9 holes, was shared by Colleen Pearse, Bill Ward, and Pete Daudlin. Tying a record with a score of 34 over 18 holes was Andy Orsini. In hot pursuit with 35 was Bill Ward. Andy also has a strong score of 71 for 36 holes First place bragging rights, with a team score of 233, was Team 5 (Bill Taylor, Norbert Gisi, Bill War). Second place went to Team Aces (Ethel Ferguson, Gerry Wilkinson, Cam Keith) and the third position went to Team 3. H (Art Sweet, Ken Womack, Lloyd Honey). The final round of the 2014-2015 season will be played on May 14th followed immediately by the annual wind up dinner at Colasanti’s.
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New Sign Identifies Shorebirds of Hillman
Submitted Photo: Richard Wyma, Chair Ed Sleiman, Jean Iron (OFO), Mike Malone (Pelee Wings Nature Store), Dave Milsom (OFO) and Gordon Orr (CEO Tourism Windsor-EssexPelee Island) unveil the Shorebird Interpretive Sign at t Hillman Marsh Conservation Area
submitted to EFP The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), in partnership with the Ontario Field Ornithologists, has created a new resource to benefit the thousands of birders who visit the Pelee-Hillman region each May. The Shorebird Identification sign was
help birders distinguish these birds from one another. “The interpretive sign that we unveil today is another amenity we can offer tourists and residents alike to help identify shorebirds as they travel through our region,” said ERCA Chair Ed Sleiman. “More than
unveiled at the Hillman Marsh Shorebird Viewing Shelter on May 1. The sign highlights the 37 species of shorebirds that have been identified in the shorebird habitat, which is unique in North America. With beautiful coloured photographs, the interpretive sign also offers unique details to
40,000 visitors travel from around the world to the Pelee-Hillman area each spring.” “Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island is well aware of the importance of the birding market to our region,” added Gordon Orr, TWEPI CEO. “Through creating a Birding Committee, we have been able to bring together various partners within the region, all playing a role in further promoting birding hubs and primary sites in our area. With signage amenities like this Shorebird initiative today, it further helps to continue to attract and educate new visitors to our region.” Birding is one of the fastest growing recreational pastimes amongst the babyboomer demographic, and incredibly important to tourism here in our region. In fact, it’s estimated that each spring, birding has a local economic impact of nearly $15 million dollars. The shorebird habitat
was opened in 2003. Each fall, the cell is flooded so that the crops will rot and provide a food source for invertebrates in the coming spring. In midApril, as the migration period begins, the water is allowed to recede slowly, exposing the mudflats and creating fresh food sources. This managed wetland habitat is unique in North America, and during the spring period, visitors flock from around the world to witness the migration spectacle. In 2012, the Shorebird Viewing Shelter was
added to provide birders some warmth and comfort. The second Saturday in May marks International Migratory Bird Day, and is also the first day of the Hillman Shorebird and Songbird Celebration. Hosted annually, this family oriented event will feature live birds, crafts for kids, a photography contest and walks and talks to highlight the most exciting elements of spring birding. A full schedule of events can be found at www.erca.org/ birding.
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Orioles look back on a rich history of baseball
Pictured (from left to right) are the Orioles’ Bryan Dunn, Reg Chevalier, Don Bracken and Jim Dunn.
by Fred Groves Cal Ripken, Jr. can’t match the longevity of these Orioles. This past Saturday night the Woodslee Orioles proved they can stand up to the test of time, even longer than the great Baltimore infielder, as they hosted their fourth annual reunion. Although it was
originally planned as a fundraiser for the 35-plus team, the reunion has turned into an opportunity to look back on nearly 95 years of baseball history in this southwestern Ontario hamlet. While you might not be able to locate Woodslee on some maps, those who have gone up against them in Ontario
Baseball Association championships know for certain what they can do. “We started this four years ago when we started the Oldtimers team. It brings friends together,” said organizer Bryan Dunn. The Woodslee Orioles 35-plus team is not only well know in the local Essex Senior Baseball
League, but they have won a pair of all Canadian titles and are looking for a third. “The original intent of this was just to show off some memorabilia. The history is rich here, that is why this organization has survived,” Dunn said. Once you are an Oriole, it seems you are hooked for life. Bryan’s father Jim is not only instrumental in the fundraising side of things in Woodslee but he has also coached for many years. The first OBA title to his credit came in 1984 when he led son Bryan and the rest of the Orioles to the tyke title. “Once I retired I got back into it because I had the time. I missed it. We won a few,” said Jim Dunn. His love of the game has been passed on to Bryan who now coaches his children on three teams, mosquito major, rookie and T-ball. Don Bracken and Jim Dunn now coach the 35-
plus team and Bracken can track his coaching career in Woodslee back several decades. “I started coaching here in 1968. Gary Ruston and I had the junior team and we beat the AAA team out of Woodslee,” said Bracken. There were lots of great stories shared Saturday night and one of them Bracken recalls came from one of those games against the team from the big city. “We got ahead of them and they said don’t you have cows to milk.” One of the special guests at this year’s reunion was 80-yearold Reg Chevalier who remembers playing ball for the Orioles back in 1951, many years before
the current ball diamond was built. “I wasn’t a very good coach. I just wanted to keep it going. They gave me the Coach of the Year Award one year I think just to keep me quiet,” jokes Chevalier. Byran Dunn said that many of the players on the 35-plus team continue to give back to the local ball club by coaching and he said it is important to let the kids know that they are playing for a proud history. One of the mottos of the Woodslee Orioles baseball organization, and one that has stood longer than the 2,632 times that Cal Ripken, Jr started, “no one gets cut, everyone plays ball.”
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Orton wins Golden Glove award Fred Mayhew’s life-long love of horsepower! Pictured left: Fred Mayhew with his trophyladen 1964 Ford Fairlane
Pictured below: Fred’s 1965 Corvette Sting Ray sponsored by Clarence Holmes Motors
Fred Mayhew and his twin brother Ken were born in 1943 and grew up in Leamington, Ontario. From an early age, they both displayed a great interest in cars, including horsepower. When Fred was 21, he purchased a new 1964 Ford Fairlane V8 2-door hardtop from Slater Motors, the local Ford dealer. And that’s when the fun began as Fred and his future wife Kathy began showing up at drag strips all around southwestern Ontario – Sarnia, Grand Bend, St. Thomas, Cayuga, and even a visit to the Detroit Dragway at Sibley and Dix. At first, Fred raced in the stock category. Then he went over to Detroit and purchased a tachometer, headers, and racing slicks. When he got to the border, he couldn’t find the receipt and the RCMP impounded the car for a week. Fred finally found the receipt, paid the duty, and got his car back. He added mag wheels and had a 4-speed on the floor. He raced once on the Albuna Town Line near Leamington against the other guy who had beaten all the other local cars, and Fred won. Fred’s Fairlane was rated at 210 horsepower and picked up so many trophies, there was scarcely room on the hood to display them all. At Grand Bend, Fred gobbled up the quarter mile in 15.31 seconds and crossed the finish line at 90.18 miles per hour. In 1965, he bought a new 1965 Corvette Sting Ray from Clarence Holmes Motors in Leamington, which sponsored Fred at the drag strips. He crossed the finish line at St. Thomas in 12.91 seconds at 118 miles an hour! His future wife Kathy raced the Corvette in the Powder Puff Derby at the St. Thomas Drag Strip. Being short, she placed a crash helmet behind her so she could reach the pedals. When taking off, she fell backwards and lost that race. When Fred and Kathy got married in 1967, all racing came to an end – but not the cars with lots of horsepower. Kathy still has the silver ’85 Corvette with automatic they owned when Fred passed away in 2006. His final words: “Don’t ever sell that car.” Kathy still has it and still drives it. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”
by Fred Groves Essex’s Justin Orton had a double and a sac fly, and scored a run to help the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds to a 5-2 win over Concordia last week. The win clinched the NAIA West Championship for the T’birds. Orton helped turn a double play as Concordia had loaded the bases in the late innings. The second baseman, who batted .242 this season, was recently awarded a Golden Glove for his solid defensive play. • Still with baseball, Orton’s former team, the EDHS Red Raiders won back-to-back shutout wins last week in WECSSAA league play. On Friday they beat Assumption 7-0 and earlier in the week, Ryan Holmes and Ben Curtis combined to pitch a perfect game in a 10-0 blanking of Harrow. • The Essex Jackets of the Essex County Senior Baseball League will host Tecumseh on Sunday at 12:30 pm at the Gaye Queen Memorial Diamond. According to Essex manager Todd Howson, the Jackets have picked up brothers Jake
and Adam Myers along with Jason Lauzon. • Gord McDonnell’s Ideal Space has won again, this time it was last Tuesday in the sixth race at Western Raceway in London. Murphy’s Ideal, also owned and trained by McDonnell, was second with a quick time of 1:55.4 in the ninth on Thursday at Flamboro Downs. • Preparing for this week’s WECSSAA track and field meet, Essex’s Lucia McElwain was first in the junior girls 300m hurdles at the recent allcomers meet. She had a time of 46.25 and also won the triple jump with a leap of 11.08 metres. • The EDHS boys’ soccer team wrapped up its regular season with a 6-0-2 record as they tied Sandwich 0-0 last week.
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Goalie Josh Amyotte had the shutout for the Red Raiders who were the only undefeated team in the Tier 2 league. • Meanwhile the girls’ soccer team came up short as Karen Markovich had the lone goal in a 5-1 loss to Belle River last week. • The girls’ slo-pitch team for EDHS picked up a win in WECSSAA play as they edged Belle River, 13-12. • James Morgan had an assist for the Windsor Clippers on Saturday as they came up short 13-11 to visiting Owen Sound in Junior ‘B’ lacrosse action. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com
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73’s celebrated as Schmalz Cup champs at parade
by Sylene Argent For the Essex 73’s, Friday, May 1 is a memorable day of great achievement as the town’s Junior “C” Hockey team was successful in bringing home its seventh all-Ontario Hockey Association Schmalz Cup. This was a big win for the local team. They’ve had three consecutive
Schmalz Cup appearances the past three seasons, but the last time they won the all-Ontario title was the 2008-2009 season. The cup was hoisted high for all to see on Saturday afternoon as the Essex 73’s paraded through Essex Centre. Supporters and residents lined Talbot Street to cheer the team and their
big win. Players with the Essex Ravens Atom Minor hockey team were also invited to participate in the parade. This team recently won its own allOntario championship through the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA). Essex Council congratulated this team on its high level of achievement during the Monday, April 20 meeting. A hotdog lunch and meet and greet was later held for the community in the parking lot of the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Here, 73’s fans could get their merchandise autographed, and young players could meet their on-ice idols and get some game-enhancing advice. For 73’s Captain Scott Bromley, winning the Schmalz Cup in a backand-fourth series was a great way to complete his Junior “C” hockey career.
“Winning the Schmalz Cup was really cool. It’s nice to know the town is behind you; that is the reason why Essex is always successful,” Bromley said shortly after the parade had made its way through Essex Centre. The Schmalz Cup final series, Bromley said, resembled a “rollercoaster.” The local team won the first three games in the best-of-seven series, but Port Hope didn’t give up easily. The Panthers went on to take the next three games, forcing a final game seven for the all-Ontario title. It shows a lot of character for the Panthers to come back in the series the way they did, Bromley added. Bromley said he felt better, a lot calmer, going into game seven than he did going into game four, where the local team initially had a chance to take the series. “Going into the seventh game, we were almost refreshed. Everyone was calm and ready to go,” he said. For the captain
who will now be retiring from the team, the win was special. “It’s always awesome to end on this note. It’s pretty cool.” Though game seven took place in Port Hope, so many Essex fans made
the five-hour journey for the away game, it nearly felt like the team had a home-ice advantage, Bromley commented. The win, for Bromley,
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73’s celebrated as Schmalz Cup champs... wasn’t just a great way for he and three other retiring 73’s to end their Junior “C” Hockey careers, it was a great booster for the younger players, and a way to pay tribute to the team’s alumni who still
show support. One piece of parting advice Bromley wanted to leave up and coming players is “don’t overhockey.” He explained this means everyone on a team
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“Hang out with your team. Becomes friends,” he urged. Bromley will now continue to focus on his post-secondary education. He has one more year of schooling to finish at the
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University of Windsor. Essex Mayor Ron McDermott congratulated both Essex teams on their all-Ontario wins. He said many youth look up to the 73’s, and those in attendance at the parade
and meet and greet were excited to talk to the senior players and ask many questions about the game. The Essex 73’s have always had top-notch coaching, he added.
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