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Vol. 135

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Issue No. 20

A LOOK INSIDE PARC holds last public meeting PAGE 2 ________________

New flag for Essex raised

Former Economic Development Officer resinstated PAGE 3 ________________

municipality,” Donna Hunter, Director of Corporate Services, said. All flags throughout the municipality were changed at the same time. Locations included the historic Essex Railway Station, the fire hall on Alice Street North, the flag pole on Talbot Street in downtown Essex Centre, and the flag pole at Colchester Harbour.

Natyshak fighting to widen Hwy. #3 PAGE 6 ________________ Local law officers run for Special Olympics PAGE 9 ________________ Raising awareness for Lyme Disease PAGE 13 _______________ Lions Club invites community to participate in annual dog walk PAGE 23

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Calvin and Brooklyn pose with Petunia and Bloomer as they prepare to help raise the new Town flag.

by Jennifer Cranston Children from local day care centres gathered on the lawn at the Essex Municpal Building last Wednesday to see the new Essex flag raised for the first time. These youth enjoyed visiting with town mascots, Petunia and Bloomer, as they received miniature flags of their own to take home. Following the flag raising, cupcakes and juice were served. Mayor Ron McDermott skipped the speech he had planned and took time to explain to the children that Essex is their home and it’s, “Where we belong.”

“It’s where we all belong,” he said. The Town’s branding exercise started in 2008. As finances have permitted, a wide range of projects have been completed, including the rebranding of stationery and town vehicles, installation of centre signs at the entrance to each of the four urban centres, and consistent use of the logo on marketing and advertising materials. “Most people don’t realize that the elements of our logo and this new flag were carefully chosen to communicate the diversity found in our four distinct communities as well as the connectedness we have as a unified

Calvin, Brooklyn, Mayor Ron McDermott and Bruce Martynse raise the new Town flag while Bloomer cheers them on.

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PARC holds last public meeting by Jennifer Cranston Following the last public PARC meeting on May 12 at Migration Hall in Kingsville, local politicians continue to advocate for Harrow and other area schools. Essex Town Council and Essex County Council are strongly advocating for a halt to the review process of the schools until the possibility of Community Hubs can be further explored. “The County is looking for a reprieve,” Essex County Warden Tom Bain said. He explained that closing schools is very hard on a community’s economy. “You can’t attract people into your communities without schools,” he said. Like the Town of Essex, the County is asking for time to explore the idea of putting other services into school buildings and creating what the Province

calls “community hubs.” Bain said that this concept is not new to the region. When St. John The Evangelist Catholic School in Woodslee was faced with closure, the community saved the school by utilizing some of the unused space for a community centre. “It’s a win-win situation,” said Bain. “The community stays vibrant and you’ve kept your school.” Councillor Bill Caixeiro of Essex is of the same mind. “These “hubs” wouldn’t cost the Board, in fact they could make money,” he said. Caixeiro believes that if the School Board had waited the standard amount of time between reviews of Harrow and Kingsville schools, they would have had to consider community hubs as an option. The province is currently developing a policy regarding using the hub concept to help keep schools open. The GECDSB has a policy that prevents accommodations reviews more often than every five years. They had to pass a special motion to re-examine Harrow after only three years and Kingsville after only one year. “We’re just asking for a fair shake at keeping

those schools (HDHS and Harrow Public) open, because they are integral to Harrow,” he said. Caixeiro said the Town of Essex will be meeting with Director of Education Erin Kelly and Superintendent for Accommodations Todd Awender on May 22. The meeting was more of the same, outlining funding and enrolment shortages. The Programming and Accommodations Review Committee presented, again, the three recommendations it will make to the

Greater Essex County District School Board. Recommendation number one suggests keeping Western Secondary School open and expanding the programming there, and turning each of the other high schools into Community Hubs. This draft includes creating JK–grade 12 facilities in both Harrow and Kingsville, with a new building in Kingsville. This plan also suggests designating Malden Central Public

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Former Economic Development Officer reinstated commented, adding she is knowledgeable in the field and will continue the work she has begun with the Town. He said he had the authority to go through this process. Miskovsky first joined the Town in July of 2014 on a one-year contract. She brings with her a lot of experience. She began her career with the WindsorEssex Economic Development Association, worked through St. Clair College as a training consultant, and later worked for the Municipality of Leamington as its Economic Development Officer for 14 years. She later worked with the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation, providing business start-up consulting services through the Small Business Centre in Essex Centre, before taking on Essex’s part time Economic Development Officer position last summer. On Tuesday, March 9, Miskovsky met with the Essex Centre BIA to highlight initiatives she has undertaken in her tenure with the Town of Essex and goals she wishes to accomplish. These initiatives include wanting to bridge the north and south end of the Town by getting the Essex Centre BIA and the Harrow & Colchester South Chamber of Commerce to work together. She thought she could possibly act as a liaison between the two business-orientated organizations to begin some joint projects. She hoped some of those projects could include effective advertising ventures that promote everything the Town has to offer. She suggested a subcommittee consisting of members of the Essex Centre BIA and the Harrow & Colchester South Chamber of Commerce could be created to work on future joint projects. Further at that meeting, she had also indicated she wanted to sponsor a round table discussion, for all businesses in Essex, that would act as a kick off to a business survey she plans to conduct to discover business priorities. The Town will be able to address some of the concerns discovered through this survey. She had also said sometimes people tend to not be able distinguish the difference between the County, Windsor-Essex, the Town of Essex, or Essex Centre. She wanted to address this issue moving ahead as well. Miskovsky has created a Town of Essex Economic Development Small Business Tool Kit, which can be used for those wishing to start a small business in Town, or those looking for business resources. It can be found on the Town of Essex website under Economic Development.

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Live & Uncensored ••• Comment Richard Parkinson •••

Parent and child I am at that age where people have either lost their parents or soon will. I have friends who have lost both their parents, some when they were quite young. I have friends who have lost siblings. Worst of all, I have friends that have lost their children. As Théoden says in the second book of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, the Return of the King, at his son’s funeral: “Alas, that these evil days should be mine. The young perish and the old linger. That I should live to see the last days of my house…No parent should have to bury their child.” The author of that book, J.R.R. Tolkien, knew too well the agony of that, as he fought in World War I, lost many of his school friends in the war and saw too many parents burying their children. He started writing the Lord of the Rings trilogy sometime near the tail end of an equally brutal war, World War II. The loss of one’s child is an unnatural and cruel thing. Losing a parent, burying a parent, might be “natural,” but it’s still painful. Last Friday, my dad died. He told me many times that when the time comes I am not to say that he “passed away.” He hated the term and rolled his eyes when he heard it. “When I die, you tell people that I died.” Those were his instructions. So, he died. His health was poor for the last decade of his life. For the last two years he had been essentially bed ridden. In December, he broke his leg and required surgery to repair

it. He suffered a lot of pain. Now that he has died, that pain is gone. That’s supposed to be the consolation prize and a comfort for those he left behind. And it is. It’s good to know he can be the vibrant man he was in my childhood and youth. That’s the person many of you remember - the English teacher at Essex District High School, the active member of St. Paul’s Anglican church here in Essex. My family received lots of condolences over our loss. The best part for me was reading all the people’s recollections of him as a teacher, as a positive influence in their lives. There’s no greater mark a person can make on the world, to have lived a life worth living, than having positively impacted those around you. That’s the true reward, more than money, more than fame. That’s a real legacy that will last, as the positive influence spirals down through the generations – long after the money is gone and the fame is forgotten. Sometimes it’s hard to see how your parents have influenced others. To me, he was just dad - great at times, tough at others. He was the guy you didn’t disturb when his newspaper was up or he was marking. He was the guy who liked English comedy and English TV shows. He was the guy who liked terrible food, such as liver and onions, pickled herring, anchovies, and marmite. He was the guy who took us on summer trips, every summer, until we were too old and too cool to realize how great those trips were. He was the

guy who taught me to play soccer, tried and failed to teach me tennis, and took me to an arena at some crazy early hour to play hockey even though he knew nothing about the game. He was also the guy I took to the cancer clinic week-after-week when he had prostrate cancer. He was a lot older then, and so was I. He shared a lot of stories with me on those car rides, and some wisdom too. Good-bye dad. Until we meet again. And when we do, I know you’ll have set up a nice spot for us. You always took care of your family. We’ll walk those country roads through the Annapolis Valley again and enjoy episodes of Monty Python again. We’ll do all the good things, the happy things, and engage in some good debate. You’ll be right, of course, and so will I.

Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Beautification Don’t forget the ceremony to dedicate the memorial wall by the Spitfire will take place this Sunday. As you have heard it is to have the names of RCAF and RAF veterans from this area carved onto it. What a tribute to those who offered their lives for freedom. Even if they were not pilots, or a part of a fighter crew in airplanes, the fact that they set their lives aside for so many years to contribute to the success of the war effort is something for which we have deep gratitude. Certainly the battles in the air could not have succeeded without the ground crews. I am interested to learn how many were Royal Air Force veterans. We know Jerry Billing was with the RAF. He had joined the RCAF but was not accepted as a pilot because of a lack of university education, so when he learned Britain would accept pilots without that

standard for application, his great desire to be a pilot had him joining the British force with joy. What an asset he was. He was shot down three times and always used his cunning abilities to evade capture or death by the Nazi lufftwafte forces. And he would return to England to fly again. We need to remember that he was involved in the air battle for Malta and was shot down over Malta. If our forces had not been successful so that it had been won by the enemy, the situation for us all would be very different today. The battle there was crucial to the success of the war effort for us. In short, the Nazi regime could have gained rule of the free world. So Essex can be proud to have this memorial and grateful to those who have made it possible, especially to H. Beale for making the memorial a reality for our town.

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PARC holds last public meeting... School and Colchester Public School as feeder schools for HDHS. Finally it asks that no school be subjected to a PARC more often than once every seven years. The second recommendation is very similar to the first, except that it suggests closing Western Secondary School and moving those students and programs to General Amherst as a separate program. The third set of recommendations does not include

Community Hubs and suggests more closures. It suggests closing HDHS and consolidating that school with KDHS, with a new building in Kingsville to accommodate JK-grade 12. It further suggests closing Western Secondary School and moving the Adaptive Basic programming to General Amherst as a separate program. Current Western Secondary School students

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enrolled in the Locally Developed Compulsory Courses (LDCC) would have the choice of following Western into Amherstburg but all future LDCC students would attend the high school in their own community. A new building in Amherstburg at a new location was also part of this recommendation. These recommendations will be presented to the Director of Education, who will develop her own recommendation and present it to the Board later this year. A final decision is expected in the fall. TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM

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Natyshak fighting to widen Hwy. #3 by Sylene Argent Essex MPP Taras Natyshak is ďŹ ghting to widen Hwy. #3. Last week, he put forth a motion before Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park urging the provincial government to prioritize widening the highway from two to four lanes from Essex to Leamington. This motion was voted down. The motion called for the Minister of Transportation to amend the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southern Highway Program for 2015-2019 to include the expansion and widening of

the Essex to Leamington section of Highway # 3, Bruce Crozier Way. This was in keeping with the identiďŹ ed safety, economic development, and infrastructure priorities of the region. The provincial government approved the widening of Hwy. # 3 from Windsor to Leamington in 2006. Most of the project is complete, but the ďŹ nal phase, from Essex to Leamington, remains unďŹ nished. It is expected this section will receive some resurfacing work this summer.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 2013, we were told that shovels would be in the ground by 2018, but late last year, we found that the government is rebuilding this section of Hwy. # 3 without the four-laning,â&#x20AC;? Natyshak said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Does this mean that the government intends on ripping up the road, repaving it and then ripping it up again in 2018 for the four-laning, or has the government decided to postpone the highway widening for another generation?â&#x20AC;? Natyshak was disappointed the motion was voted down, knowing the arterial road is an integral connection route locally, and especially since former Essex MPP Bruce Crozier was a huge advocated for this project. Despite this outcome, Natyshak said he is committed to holding the government accountable on this project and to honour Crozierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy. On www.tarasnatyshak. com, there is a petition residents can sign calling for the province to widen Highway # 3. The petition noted the widening of this highway passed its Environmental Assessment in 2006. A recent announcement identiďŹ ed the plan to rebuild the roadway, culverts, lighting, and signals along the portion of Highway 3 that has not yet been widened. Those signing the document are petitioning for the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to

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funds to get phase three of the project completed. With the province looking to rehabilitate the road surface, Council decided to send a letter to Transportation Minister Del Duca asking why the road would be rehabilitated and not widened.

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Fourth edition of Buy Local brochure now available

Becky Langlois, Motor City Community Credit Union’s Manager-Marketing & Community Relations, Gayle Bogart, Ontario Federation of Agriculture’s Member Service Rep for Essex County, Motor City Community Credit Union’s Chief Operating Oﬃcer Rob Griﬃth, ECFA’s President Lyle Hall, and Lynnette Bain, Vice President of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) help launch the 4th edition of the Buy Local Map.

by Sylene Argent From apples to zucchini, there’s an abundance of locally produced goods available for purchase all over the county. But sometimes consumers may not be aware of

where certain items of produce are available or at what times of the year they can be purchased. The fourth edition of the Essex County Home Grown Buy Local Map will help connect area

residents wishing to buy fresh, locally produced fruits and vegetables to area stands and markets. The current Buy Local Map was launched from Wrightland Farm in Harrow last Thursday

morning. Members of the Essex County Federation of Agriculture (ECFA), who produce the map, and sponsors, Motor City Community Credit Union and Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island, were

onsite to celebrate the launch. The Buy Local Map includes a layout of Essex County that shows where certain produce products can be found. A legend organizes the markets by municipality and another chart indicates when items of produce are available at these markets. Lyle Hall, President of ECFA, explained this organization has always promoted the buy local initiative. The 100 km diet, for example, is a campaign that urges consumers to try to find food items that were grown within that distance from their own homes to support local businesses. He urged people to check their labels to see where their food came from before purchasing. Representatives from Motor City Community Credit Union said the business was happy to get on board with the map as a sponsor. Most of its membership lives within the city boundaries, so the map would be handy for city residents to discover where produce is available in the county. Lynnette Bain, Vice President of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) explained residents and visitors to the area have been requesting the Buy Local Maps for the past two years through TWEPI.

It has become a popular brochure, she said. Keith Wright, owner of Wrightland Farm, said he is a fifth generation farmer on the land located just outside of Harrow Centre. His son is also working on the farm. This time of year, the business gets intense, as it is asparagus season. It can be challenging, he explained, to get customers to the farm during the six to seven week window when asparagus is available. The Buy Local Map is a great product in that it promotes the farm and its available produce, and lets potential customers know when they can stop by for the products they want. The first Buy Local Map was launched in June of 2009. A new edition is put out every two years. The pamphlet was designed so it could be easily stashed away in a glove compartment. ECFA has 35,000 maps printed. They are available at the participating merchant stands and business and at the ECFA office at the Essex County Civic Centre. The new edition of the Buy Local Map is also available online at www. ecfa.ca.

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Maidstone K of C supports a local Hero Natyshak fighting to widen Hwy. #3... by Jennifer Cranston Last Wednesday evening before its regular meeting, the Maidstone Knights of Columbus presented a cheque for $500 to Ashley Bergeron of Maidstone to support her HERO program. Helping Everyone Reach Out (HERO) is the theme at Bergeron’s public speaking engagements where she promotes mental wellness in teens all over Southwestern Ontario. K of C President Gord Edwards explained that if the HERO program helps to save one life, then it is a worthwhile cause. The money was contributed by the K of C and the St. Mary’s Catholic Church congregation.

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Bondy stated at that meeting she didn’t think it would be fair to residents to have a summer of detours and construction when the roadway would remain a twolane highway. At the March 2 Essex Council meeting, Essex Director of Infrastructure and Development, Chris Nepszy, explained the portion from County Road 8 to County Rod 27 along Highway # 3 will receive mill and pave work. Put simply, Natyshak said, this was a promise the provincial government made. Efforts he and the community are making will help hold the provincial government to that promise. “Where I come from, Essex County, we do what we say and say what we do,” Natyshak said. What happens with the road moving forward “will show us if the government’s word has merit”. The community was promised the widening of the road, the community deserves the road to be widened, Natyshak said. “We will fight until it is done.”

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Local law officers run for Special Olympics Harrow, Amherstburg, LaSalle and Windsor. Joining the OPP in this year’s run were members from the Amherstburg Police Service, LaSalle Police Service, Windsor Police Service as well as the Canadian Border Service Agency, the Ministry of Transportation, Corrections Canada, and Windsor/Essex Victim Services. This is the 28th anniversary of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, and provincially the Torch Run has risen over $23 million dollars to help send athletes to Special Olympics throughout

Members of various branches of local law enforcement run through Harrow Centre during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics last Thursday.

by Jennifer Cranston Each year the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics brings attention to a cause held dear by law officers

across the province. Special Olympics athletes have been supported by police officers in Ontario for nearly three decades

and support continues to grow. On May 14, officers and civilian staff from the Essex County OPP participated in a run

through Essex County that began at 8 a.m. at the Tecumseh OPP Detachment and travelled through Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Leamington,

the province. Locally the members of the Essex County OPP have raised over $200,000. The next local fundraising event will be the Torch Ride on Aug. 16. All motorcycle riders are invited to participate in the annual poker-run. Donations to “The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run” can be made at any OPP detachment. For further information, please contact Essex County Law Enforcement Torch Run Coordinator, Provincial Constable Jim Chauvin, at jim.chauvin@ ontario.ca, or visit www. torchrideontario.com.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Partnership Hosts Community Cleanup 2015, from 10 am to 2 pm (weather permitting). Anyone over the age of 13 is invited to attend (due to safety concerns). Volunteers are encouraged to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts, and boots are recommended. No open-toed shoes will be permitted.

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This cleanup is being coordinated via a partnership among the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup (DRCC), the City of Windsor, the Windsor Port Authority, Sandwich Teen Action Group (STAG), New Beginnings, Windsor Police, and Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers. The groups need the community’s help to target and cleanup Black Oak Woods, as the site is severely abused with illegal dumping of garbage and habitat destruction from trespassing vehicles. “We’re all connected

to the river,” noted Peter Berry of the Windsor Port Authority. “What humans do to the land in this area can negatively impact the Detroit River, which is an incredibly important resource for humans and wildlife.” The Detroit River is a source of Windsor’s drinking water, offers various types of recreation, and provides fish and wildlife habitat. Enhancing and protecting the Detroit River and its watershed will help improve the quality of life in this region, making it a more attractive place to live, work and visit. This event is an

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inspiring example of how people can work together to restore and protect our environment and encourage others to do the same. “Volunteers are at the heart of thriving communities,” stated Caroline Biribauer, Outreach Coordinator with ERCA. “It is amazing how many people really want to take part in events like this and make a difference.” It’s only by taking action that you can make a difference! Directions: Volunteers will meet on the west side of Black Oak Park, at the corner of Ironwood Dr. and Cherry Blossom Dr. Parking is available alongside the road. Look for a blue tent and the ERCA Friends of Watersheds blue trailer. A light lunch & refreshments will be provided for all volunteers. Participants are encouraged to bring their own refillable water

bottle. Please contact Caroline Biribauer at 519-776-5209, ext. 245, cbiribauer@erca.org, for more information. The DRCC is a community-based partnership between government, industry, municipalities, environmental organizations, and citizens working together to improve the Detroit River Area of Concern identified in the Canada-U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. The Essex Region Conservation Authority, City of Windsor, and the Windsor Port Authority are all active members of the DRCC. For more information on ERCA, go to www.erca.org. For more information on the DRCC, go to www. detroitriver.ca.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

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New trails legislation does little for farmland trespassing by Eleanor Renaud, Board Member, Ontario Federation of Agriculture The Ontario government just introduced new legislation that would protect and improve thousands of kilometres of trails

throughout the province. But Bill 100, the proposed Supporting Ontario’s Trails Act, is missing the mark on protecting private farmland where it meets public trails. Nearly 20,000 kilometres of trails in

Stigma ( Patrick Quinn ) I’m putting a puzzle together in a unique, funny sort of way and because I have no picture it’s quite ingenious, I must say looking through all the pieces that is when my mind can see how the sections fit together creating the one known as me now imagine a broken puzzle pieces scrambled here and there the analogy of a troubled mind struggling in a life that’s unfair I long to tell the beautiful souls don’t give up, for you matter too infact you are the precious ones for heaven is watching over you humanity shows little compassion to people with a tormented mind by ignorance they pass judgement showing the true state of mankind but tell me, what can you expect from a world afraid to understand as they label mental illness, taboo and behind its stigma they stand

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trespassing, and broader police enforcement of the Act to address farm safety and biosecurity concerns related to trespassing. As Ontario trails become more popular we need more clarity on the obligations for fencing sections of trails that intersect with private farmland. We can’t leave this to chance. At first look, Bill 100 appears to do a great job to promote an extensive trail system across Ontario that promotes a healthy lifestyle. But we can’t let the government forget what Ontario agriculture needs to protect the private farmland that shares space with Ontario’s nature trails. If public trails run along or through your farm property, review Bill 100 to understand the implications this new legislation may have on your farmland. A full copy of the proposedSupporting Ontario’s Trails Act is posted on the Ontario government’s legislation site at www.ontla.on.ca Trails through rural Ontario attract thousands of visitors every year. The OFA is committed to work together with government to improve and expand Ontario trails, while respecting the rights of Ontario farmers and their land.

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I Thursday, May 21, 2015

Winners of the Harrow Fair Prize Book Cover Contest recognized

Pictured above: First Vice President of the Harrow Fair Board, Brenda Anger (back) presented awards to grade 7 and 8 students from Harrow District High School for their winning submissions to the Harrow Fair Prize Book Cover Contest. Winners from this school were Samantha Bilek, Courtney Wood, Maggie Pollard, Sarah Misiasz, and Roan Barnewall. Pictured left: Harrow Public School boasts three Honourable Mentions in this year’s Harrow Fair Prize Book Cover Contest. Hope Gillan, Caitlynn, and Antonio Brown pose for a photo with their winning art work outside their school.

Owen Tellier and Kaitlin Valentino of Holy Name Catholic Elementary School in Essex received an Honourable Mention in this year’s Harrow Fair Prize Book Cover Contest. Brenda Anger (centre) of the Harrow Fair Board visited Essex to present the awards

By Jennifer Cranston Harrow Fair Board First Vice President Brenda Anger made her rounds through Essex and Harrow last week to hand out awards to winning students in the Harrow Fair Prize Book Cover Contest. Each year the Harrow Fair Board holds a contest for students in grades six, seven, and eight, giving them the chance to win a place for their art to appear in the Harrow Fair Prize Book. The first place winner, Sarah Misiasz, will have her artwork grace the cover of the book that comes out in July. “This is the first time kids from Essex Centre have received prizes in this contest,” Anger said of the two honourable mentions from Holy Name Catholic

Elementary School. All award winning drawings are expected to appear in the prize book that lists all the contests and competitions to be held at Harrow Fair later this year. There is something for everyone, Anger explained, with contest categories beginning with children “under four.” Anger said the contest is a good way to keep kids involved. “It keeps young people wanting to come to the fair and entre the various contests we have for them,” she said. The prize book will be available at locations throughout the county, including the Essex Municipal Building and Foodland in Essex.

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Walk-a-thon raises awareness for Lyme Disease

Members of the Kingsville community gathered at the Kingsville Arena grounds to support the first annual 5KM Lyme in Motion Walk, Run, Stroll, and Sit on Sunday morning.

by Sylene Argent Many individuals wore lime green garb and headed down to the Kingsville Arena grounds on Sunday morning to participate in the first 5km Lyme in Motion Walk, Run, Stroll, and Sit. This event was held to raise awareness for Lyme disease. Kingsville resident Christine Morrill organized the event to help spread awareness about the disease and provide information that could help people protect themselves from contracting Lyme disease. Morrill has a 15-year old son who has Lyme disease. He was diagnosed around four years ago, and it is now chronic. Her son, she said, didn’t have any of the typical signs that would indicate he had contracted the disease. After years of going to many doctors, her son’s blood was sent to a lab in California. The results showed he had Lyme disease. Lyme disease is an awful condition, especially for children, she said. She hoped that through participating in the event other parents would get informed about the disease and not have to go through what her family is experiencing. Morrill was pleased with the many participants who showed up to support the event. She said that no one wants to have to host an annual event, but she will continue to do so to raise awareness, so better diagnosing and testing can be available. Her wish is that the diagnosis and treatment of the disease can become more appropriate. Even if someone tests negative for Lyme disease, that person may still have it. Don’t let the test results rule out the disease if there is suspicion and symptoms persist, she said. Keep up the fight, she urged. “Don’t settle for ‘I don’t have Lyme disease’ until you are 100 percent sure.” During the event, volunteers gave participants an opportunity to sign a petition urging the province to create a Lyme disease strategy in Ontario. The Bill has had its first and second reading in Queen’s Park. The Lyme Disease Strategy petition can be signed online through Windsor-Tecumseh NDP MPP Percy Hatfield’s website, www.percyhatfield.com. According to www.ontla.on.ca, the Act would require

the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care to develop an action plan to establish a provincial surveillance program, standardized educational materials, and guidelines regarding the prevention, identification, treatment and management of vector-borne and zoonotic diseases. The framework and action plan must also promote research in connection with vector-borne and zoonotic diseases. The biggest thing to be aware of is that not every tick carries Lyme disease but when one embeds it is important to have it removed properly. “Lyme disease is here. You need to be aware of it. Enjoy the outdoors, but educate yourself,” Morrill said before participants began the 5km trek. The walk was held during Lyme Disease Awareness Month. “Use

precautions. Know the symptoms,” she said. www.healthycanadians.gc.ca has information about ticks and Lyme disease, including symptoms, how to properly remove ticks, what to do if bitten by a tick, and other information on treatment and testing. Members of Sun County Lyme Awareness Support Group attended the walk-a-thon. This is a non-profit group with a mission to help regional community members obtain information about this disease. Its membership also forwards support. Group members said www.lymeontario.com and www.canlyme.com are websites that contain further information about Lyme disease. This group meets on the last Wednesday of each month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. The group may break for the months of July and August. More information about the group and its meetings can be found on its Facebook page.

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From The Heart

I Thursday, May 21, 2015

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CARD OF THANKS

It is with sadness but many fond memories that the family of Addie Heil wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to our many relatives, friends, neighbours and coworkers for your words of support and many acts of kindness during our time of sorrow. Your presence at the funeral home and funeral, prayers, flowers, donations cards, phone calls and food items were so appreciated. A warm thank you to Tony deRyk and his competent staff at Kennedy Funeral Home for their kindness, patience and compassion. To Judy Wuerch from Holy Name Church for working with the family to plan a beautiful service-thanks. To Father Dave Boutette for administering the Last Rites and for a beautiful funeral mass-thanks. To the C.W.L. for prayers at the funeral home and for the lovely luncheon-thanks. To the parish group and Decon Gary for the prayers at the funeral home-thanks. To the pall bearers-all grandsons and to all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren who participated in the mass-thanks. To our eldest brother, Larry who reminded us, in his eulogy, of all the things our Mom did for us-thanks! A very special thank you goes out to the wonderful, loving, competent staff of the Royal Oak Long Term Care in Kingsville for caring for our Mom for 10 ½ years. Your thoughtfulness and support will not be forgotten. The honour guard you formed at the door to say your final good-bye was just awesome! ~ The Heil Family ____________________________________________________

Card of Thanks The family of the late Madeline Dries express their ‘heartfelt’ gratitude for the ‘overwhelming’ love and support through prayers, cards, masses, charitable donations, visits, food and general acts of kindness. A ‘Special’ thank-you to her wonderful sister, Sister Julma, through her ‘special love and support’ has always been there for her. As well, a ‘thank-you’ to Terry and Judy for the many wonderful meals prepared and brought to Aunt Madeline, which she enjoyed over the last number of years. Sincere thanks to Fr. Moe Charbonneau, Fr. Larry Mousseau, Fr. Dave Boutette and Fr. Mike Ryan for celebrating her beautiful ‘celebration of life’ mass. To the ladies of St. John’s CWL for prayers, rosary, honor guard and excellent lunch. To Linda for her beautiful vocal touch in singing a few of Aunt Madeline’s favorite hymns, namely “Ponas Angelicus” and the unwavering talent on the ivories by Tim Hebert. Thank-you to her nieces Dianne, Judy and Elaine for participating in the liturgy. To Aunt Madeline’s honorary pallbearers Rose, Roni, Carol and Elaine and her pallbearers John, Mike and Don Bissonnette, John Meloche, Len Fuerth and Charles McLean. A ‘Special’ thank-you to Rose for being there and becoming ‘her friend’; we know she will watch over you from above! To Roni ‘thank-you’ as always, allowing God’s work to shine through you. A ‘Special’ mention to her great neighbor Fr. Lawrence, as she always recounted how she was attending Woodslee High School at the time Father was born, and how nearly 80 years later for him to have returned to his homestead and that they kept an eye on each other for these last 15 years! God has really been good to her. I personally, would like to ‘thank’ Aunt Madeline for all her ‘life lessons’ which she quietly bestowed on me, and for her strong faith and how it manifested itself throughout her life. For all of this, we say ”Thank-You”…… With Love, Carol A. McKeegan-McLean and all her family

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Ernest Martin Sr. May 23, 1998

Florence Martin (Siefker) September 26, 2007 Your memory is our keepsake with which we’ll never part. God has both in his keeping. We have you in our hearts. Things we feel most deeply are the hardest things to say. Dearest parents, we love you in a very special way. If we could have one lifetime wish, one dream that would come true, we’d pray to God with all our hearts, for yesterday and you. ~ Love your Family ___________________________________________________

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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“JOAN” ELLEN LAMBIER (KENNEDY) May 21, 1960, 57 years ago, I met “Joan”. The Best Friend, Wife, Mother, and one of a kind “Lady”. We lost “Joan” on December 1, 1996. “Joan” may be gone, but we see “Joan” everyday in our hearts and memories. “Joan” will always be with us. “Joan” until we meet again, never forgotten. Love Cecil, Bill, Ken, Barb, and families.

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GOULD, William Lawrence “Bill” Born October 7, 1924. Passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015. Bill married his war bride, Rosemary John (predeceased 2007) in 1945 at Parkhill, Ontario. Together they raised their family of 3 children in Maidstone, Ontario. Survived by his son Dan and wife Bev (nee Reeb). Predeceased by his son Billy (1962) and daughter Judy (1994). Loving grandpa of Jennifer Creary (Andrew) and Stephanie Gould (Mark O’Sullivan). Caring “Big Papa” to Katie and Jack Creary. Eldest caring brother of Gloria Short (late Lynn), Alvin (Eileen), Kay Sutherland (Bill), Raymond (Veronica), Deanna Moore (late Frank), Karen McVittie (Wayne) and predeceased by Yvonne Mitchell (survived by Don), Carl (Mary), Joyce Micelli (Mike) and Ralph (Audrey). Brother-in-law of Joe Johns (Evelyn) and Mary Coyle (late Hugh) and predeceased by George John (survived by Evelyn), Phil John (Molly), Peter John (Phyllis), Mike John (Barb, survived by Angela), Josephine (Dane Guiley, Jerry O’Neill), Helen Bondy (Harold) and Deloris Holland (Ron). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bill was passionate about fishing, travelling, playing cards, and his pets. He was very proud of his trailer at Rochester Place, which he had for 32 yrs.), he was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Essex Br. 201 for over 62 years and part of the Royal Canadian Forces for 3 years, and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Maidstone, not to mention a dedicated employee of Chrysler Canada for 36 years. Bill’s family would like to thank the staff and residents of St. Clair Beach Retirement Community, especially Elizabeth and Charles. They would also like to thank Dr. Charles McFarlane, Dr. Gharfoor, Dr. Gall and Dr. C. Sheehan and all of the staff on 3C at HDGH-Palliative (Emara Bldg. -formerly Malden Park) your compassion was greatly appreciated. Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519-776-4233) on Wednesday from 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. R.C.L. Essex Br. 201 Service at 7:30 pm and Parish Prayers 8 pm Wednesday Evening. Mass of Christian Burial to be held Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 10:00 am from St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 12048 County Road 34, Maidstone. Fr. Moe Charbeneau officiating. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery. (Please note visiting at the church from 9:00 am until time of Mass). Memorial donations made to M.S. Society of Windsor or to Palliative Care at Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare for Staff Education, would be appreciated. Family & Friends may share their memories or make an online donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. ___________________________________________________

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EARL W. VIVIER (November 27, 1959 April 29, 2015) - I want to say a very sincere thank you to al my wonderful relatives and friends for all your prayers, thoughts, all the cards, ﬂowers, food, beautiful Memory Bench, and acts of kindness shown to me and my family during our terrible shock and loss of a wonderful son, brother, nephew, cousin, and good friend, Earl. All of Earl’s coworkers had something good to say about him, and it was wonderful for his mom to hear their great praises for his work habits and his sense of humor. We are all going to miss him so very much.

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PARKINSON, Norman Kenneth “Ken”- Died on Friday, May 15, 2015 at Iler Lodge in Essex at the age of 90. Devoted husband of Norma (nee Place) for over 55 years. Father of John “Joe” Parkinson (Kamille) and Richard Parkinson (Shelley). Grandpa of Christian and Paige. Ken was a graduate of Cambridge University, served in the Royal Navy, and was a lifelong educator. Ken taught English at Essex District High School from 1969 until his retirement. He inspired many students through his love of teaching. As per Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519776-4233) on Thursday, May 21, 2015 from 5-7 pm followed by a Memorial Service to celebrate Ken’s life at 7 pm. If desired, donations may be made to your charity of choice. Friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

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REAL ESTATE _____________________ LOTS FOR SALE: Few serviced building lots remaining. Ridgeview Park Estates, Cottam. 519-253-4431, Mon. - Fri. 9am-5pm. 519-969-3915 - other times. www.ridgeviewpark.ca. 18-4t _____________________ HOUSES FOR SALE: 2 & 3 Elwood Ct. Cottam. Custom quality each. All brick and 3 bdrms. Priced in low 300K. View at www.ridgeviewpark.ca. 519-253-4431 18-4t (9am-5pm) or 519-969-3915. _____________________

SERVICES _____________________ RELIABLE CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE. Willing to clean in Essex, Woodslee, Belle River area. References available. Free estimates. If interested, call 519-7239523. 18-4t _____________________

_____________________ FOR SALE: 2011 Flagstaﬀ Classic Super Lite. 32 ft, 2 slides, all options. Mint condition. $22, 900. (Cost over $40,000 new) 519-776-6960. 20-1t* _____________________ FOR SALE: FRESH ASPARAGUS WRIGHTLAND FARM, 1000 Ridge Rd. Harrow. Open 9am-5pm. Closed Sundays 519-738-6120. 19-4t* _____________________

REAL ESTATE _____________________ Buying or Selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tfn _____________________ FOR SALE: 1 ACRE BUILDING LOT at North Talbot, near Manning. $149,900. Water is in and paid for. 45ft culvert to be installed at seller’s expense. Call Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tfn

SERVICES _____________________ “ON TIME MOVERS” - Are you moving? Need something picked up or delivered? Please call Larry or Dave today! 519736-7411 or 519-984-7412. 1- tfn _____________________ KAHL RECYCLING  We come to you and haul away your junk. Metals and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. We also take electronics, ballist, computers. Kall Ken 519-326-8559. Cell: 519-322-8305. 11-tfn

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WANTED Experienced, Licensed: REFRIGERATION TECHNICIANS SHEET METAL TECHNICIANS PLUMBERS Forward resume to: GROSSI PLUMBING, HEATING & HVAC SERVICES 238 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1P1 Fax 519-326-3632 Email grossi@grossiplumbing.ca

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HELP WANTED _____________________ HELP WANTED: CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD REQUIRED for private pool. Please email resume and certiﬁcation to metmanagement@bellnet.ca. 19-2t* _____________________ 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*

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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$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15 _____________________ DRIVERS WANTED: AZ or DZ Clean record. Will train qualiﬁed applicants. Fax resume to Quinlan Inc. 519-723-2336.

HELP WANTED _____________________ HELP WANTED: General Labourers Wanted. Fax resume to: 519-723-2336. 13-tfn _____________________ WANTED _____________________ CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn _____________________

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_____________________ GARAGE SALE: Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24 - 8am-2pm. Tri-family. Something for everyone. Rain or shine. 129 Brien W., Essex. 20- 1t* _____________________ YARD SALE: Saturday, May 23rd from 9:00 - 1:00 indoors at 32 Russell St., Essex Retirees Social Club. 20- 1t* _____________________

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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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Please forward resume by email or fax to: Email: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290

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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

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• Job duties include harvesting crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup and other duties as assigned. • Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse. • Salary: $11.00/hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends and holidays.

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS REGARDING NOXIOUS WEEDS The main purpose of the Weed Control Act R.S.O. 1990, is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily this act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture; this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas for personal enjoyment and leisure. Under the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter w. 5 Sections 3, 13, 16 and 23, you are requested to destroy all noxious weeds on your property. IN URBAN AREAS: Sections 3, 13, 16, and 18 do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seeds that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes, as they do not interfere with that use. All properties within the Municipality of the Town of Essex are hereby requested to be in compliance with the Weed Control Act by the 10th day of June, 2015 and throughout the season. Dan Boudreau, Weed Inspector Town of Essex 519-776-7336 ext. 1450

The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch

Somehow Mother Nature is not getting messages correctly. Not long ago, I thought she had forgotten to turn off the winter dial. Now she has spring and summer, May and April, both confused. All this rain that we are getting as I write this should be kept in April, according to ritual. Likely by the time you read it a week from now we will bask in sunshine. We have to remember that we were grateful that there was not a lot of rain to wash away those mounds of snow. All this confusion of weather is not new, really. Do you remember the years when the frost killed the fruit tree blossoms and we had very few peaches or apples the next fall? Grape buds were squelched by the frost. I recall summer-jot days in Halifax in early May that surprised the local people who thought Ontario got hay steaming hot temperature much earlier than they did. When I came home they were crying for rain. So much for this diatribe about weather. There is no news in it. I am thinking the farmers are having trouble because they are finding the soil much too wet to put their heavy implements on it. They have learned soil compaction cuts production. _______________________________________________

AUCTION SALE _______________________________________________ Jack Morris

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Saturday, May 30 at 10:00 am At the Merlin Community Hall, Main St., east, Merlin, for Mrs. Glenda Fletcher. JD X540 lawnmower, tools, very good clean household items, consigned ’04 Lincoln LS car. Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com

Voice Of Inspiration “Vacation, I go there in my mind. Especially when I’m at work, getting paid for it.” ~ Jarod Kintz

Thursday, May 21, 2015

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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News Lt. Kristen Gray leads Family Worship Sunday at 11 a.m. All are welcome to join us for services. If you have prayer concerns, we invite you to our Sunday prayer meeting at 10: 15 a.m. Tuesdays at the church are busy with a Low Impact Exercise Program at 9:30, followed by SA Connections at 10 until 1. Both programs are free and open to all ages in the community. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends and enjoy fellowship, a variety of activities and lunch. Our Year End Celebration will be on Tuesday, May 26th when these programs will be finished until Sept. Our regular Messy Church program is also finished for the summer. If you don`t want to cook lunch or dinner on Monday June 1st, just eat in or take out a meal at A-1 Chinese Food between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will go to support our Salvation Army World Missions Fundraiser. Please tell your server that you are supporting the Salvation Army. Your support will be appreciated. Essex United Church The choir praised God by offering a cantata. The worship committee conducted the service. Thanks to all who came to talk about future uses of our building. The comprehensive review is online on the United Church webpage. Nepal contributions may be made through the United Church Mission and Service. We will celebrate Pentecost on May 31. Communion during the service. Lunch will be served afterwards. Thursday is Ascension Day. Although Jesus is not with us physically, He is still with us. Trinity Church Please continue praying for James, Auston, Steve, Fran and Rita. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Edward & Virginia Paluch, given by Ed & Mary Paluch and family and in loving memory of Appie Quirk, given by Ian & Pam Quirk and family. Happy Birthday this week

to Marvin Beattie. Our Toy Drive continues. Don’t forget to pick up a toy and drop it off in the box in the hall, remember, we want to fill it up once or twice by the time we get it to the North and South Fire Stations for children in our community for Christmas. Canadian Anglicans have set aside May 31 to June 21 (National Aboriginal Day of Prayer) to engage in learning, prayer and commitment to reconciliation. Volunteers are needed to toll the bell 51 times each day during this period. Please sign up if you are available to help out. Mark you calendars, June 6th starting at 8:00 AM, Trinity Bake Sale. Come out and browse the bake tables and enjoy a coffee. See you Sundays at 9:15 AM, in the “Little White Church in the Cemetery” in Cottam. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Pentecost and Holy Communion - Come join for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev Ann will be doing Holy Communion and giving the special message. Greeting you at the door will be Madeline Pehleman and Jean Matalik. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Vicki Olson. Serving the lunch after the service will be Murray & Jean Logan and Frank & Marie Little. Essex Presbytery and our Official Board invite you to bring a cash donation for the Windsor Youth Centre – for Transit Windsor bus tickets. Missed a Sunday? Rev Ann’s sermons and the Sunday bulletins are posted on the website each week. Choir Practice Monday at 7:30 pm. Everyone is welcome. Book discussion: Tuesday, May 26 at 7 pm in the Round Room- The Shack by Wm Paul Young. Coffee and Conversation Thursday at 10 am. BBQ Rib Dinner Saturday June 13 from 4 -7 pm. Tickets in advance by calling 519-8906312. 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! 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, we welcomed Ian Milton Mikota through the celebration of Holy Baptism. Ian is the son of Paul and Amy (Collins) Mikota. As well, Reverend Staples and Gillian Lamoure thanked the many wonderful volunteers within our church that help to make Harrow United a truly giving and caring congregation. On May 31st there will be a luncheon following the church service to support the Kit Richardson Bursary. On Sunday, June 14th we will have 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. Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker Weather is trying to get settled for spring and the weatherman is ﬁghting us on this. Happy Birthday Wishes to Alexa Dunn this weekend and Natalie Close next weekend. The Pleasant Valley Community Club held a Pepper party and the lucky folks were Elaine Taylor, Eileen Ames, Mary Lou Chibi, Betty Fields, George Diesbourg, Doug Fields, Thomas Allison & Keith Dresser. Saturday evening for Euchre the winners were Mary Demars, JoAnne Diesbourg, Alice Crawford, Ken Salter, Don Ames & Thomas Allison. For an enjoyable evening of card playing come and join in, everyone is welcome here. The McMurren families held a Surprise 70th Birthday party for Victor last Saturday. They were upset that Clayton couldn’t join in as he lives in Pinawa, Manitoba. But

Clayton and Dani and the ﬁve surviving families ended up making it down. A happy time was had by all. Our Sympathy to the Parkinson families on the passing of Ken this past week. Ken taught English at Essex High School before retiring and his son Richard and his family publish this paper every week for us to read. 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. Thanks to John Cats for being our guest speaker last week, May 17th. His message was “Praying with Impact.” 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. Sunday, May 31 is the 7th annual Gess†wood Camp Golf Tournament at Wildwood Golf & Resort. 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 24 Pentecost Sunday - The door greeters are Joan and Gord Moore. Elder on duty is Georgeann Welsh and Lockup is Paul Thomas. We will be sharing the sacrement of Holy Communion with Linda. Have a great week! Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight Pastor Gerrie spoke on how the Lord is revealing to us who we are in Christ and the power we have to do the mighty works of God through the grace of Jesus. Men’s Breakfast: May 23rd, 8 a.m. At Rose’s Kitchen in Essex. Circle your calendars! Impact Bible Day Camp: July

20th-24th. Restoration House Healing Rooms, 2548 County Rd. 27 Woodslee. Open Saturday’s 10am-1pm.

Essex Community Services Did you know? Essex Foodland Receipts – continue to be accepted as part of our ongoing fundraising efforts. Please drop those off to our office at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, in Essex. As well, income tax receipts are provided for cash donations over $10.00. These donations are very important and enable us to continue offering our many programs and services to the community. Our programs include Transportation, Foot Care Clinics, Security

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Corporation of The County of Essex Notice to Property Owners

Destroy Weeds Notice is given to all persons in possession of land, in accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, c W.5, Sections 3, 16, 23 that unless noxious weeds growing on their lands, within the County of Essex, are destroyed by June 15, 2015 and throughout the season, the Municipality may enter upon the said lands and have the weeds destroyed, charging the costs against the land, as set out in the Act. The co-operation of all citizens is earnestly solicited. K. Daniel Newman Weed Inspector, County of Essex 1941 Road 4 East, R.R. # 2 Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2E5 Telephone: (519) 326-8691 Fax: (519) 326-7540 TTY: 1-877-624-4832 dnewman@countyofessex.on.ca

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NOTICE OF MEETING TRAFFIC BY-LAW AMENDMENT PUBLIC REVIEW Tuesday June 2, 2015 Kingsville Council Chambers, 2021 Division Road N., Kingsville 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm The Town of Kingsville is undertaking an annual traffic by-law amendment review. Accordingly, the Municipal Services Division is seeking comments from the public with respect to various traffic by-law requests that have been received over the past year as follows: • Glass Avenue – No Parking on Street • Cherry Avenue – One way Traffic movement from Pearl Street East to Main Street • Bus Parking in Residential Areas • Commercial Vehicle/Trailer and or Boat - Parking on Town right of ways • Cedar Island Lane – Addition of Accessible Parking Spot • Regulated Signage Additions • Speed Limit Reductions Please attend to discuss the above noted issues in order that a summary report may be prepared and presented to Council for the 2015 Traffic By-Law Amendment. Andrew Plancke, Civil Eng. Tech (Env) Director of Municipal Services

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EPS Track and Field Day Notice to Residents and Property Owners Regarding Nuisance Weeds and Tall Grass Under the Nuisance Weed and Tall Grass Control ByLaw (By-Law Number 1252), tall grass and nuisance weeds have been deemed a public nuisance. Property owners and occupants are required to cut and maintain tall grass to a height not exceeding 8 inches (20 centimeters), and destroy and remove all nuisance weeds and weed seeds. Town of Essex By-Law Enforcement Officers may, prior to taking remedial action under this By-Law, send a Notice of Contravention to person(s) described in this By-Law requesting that long grass, weeds or long grass and weeds be destroyed on their property. Failure to comply with a Notice of Contravention may result in the Town completing the work and recovering the expenses incurred by adding the cost to the tax roll for the lands. The Town, at its discretion, may also issue a ticket for the violation that will result in a fine under the Provincial Offences Act.

The Energy Medal winners.

The Sportsmanship Medal winners.

submitted to EFP Essex Public School held its annual track and field day at the school earlier this month.

The weather cooperated and our student athletes had a wonderful day. An assembly to celebrate

The Perseverance Medal winners.

successes was held at the school. Age category champs along with various metal winners were acknowledged.

Picture below are the age category champions.

This notice shall be deemed to be effective service on land owners and building occupants. By-Law Enforcement Department Town of Essex 2610 County Road 12, Essex, Ontario N8M 2X6 519-776-6476

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PUBLIC NOTICE RE: Proposed Amendment to By-law 12-2013 being the Development Charges By-law of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville The Council of the Town of Kingsville will hold a public meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to present and obtain public input on the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed amendment to its development charges by-law. The amendment relates to the exempting of the industrial class of property from the Town of Kingsville development charges. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting and any person who attends the meeting may make comments relating to the proposed amendment to the by-law. The meeting will be held on: Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Town of Kingsville Council Chambers 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville, Ontario In order that sufďŹ cient information is made available to the public, copies of the proposed by-law amendment (being Proposed By-law 53-2015) and a copy of the explanatory Staff Report of Director of Financial Services S. Ingratta will be available for review from the Clerk after May 15, 2015 at the above location between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday and on the Town of Kingsville website at www.kingsville.ca. Interested persons may make comments at the Public Meeting or may send comments in writing to the Clerk at the above address. Comments which are made at the meeting or in writing will become part of the public record which is available for anyone to view on the Town of Kingsville website.

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING Take notice that the 65th Annual General Meeting of the members of the Leamington District Memorial Hospital Corporation will be held at the Leamington District Memorial Hospital Cafeteria

Tuesday, June 30, 2015 At 3:30 p.m. For further information, contact Linda Harfmann, Executive Assistant to the CEO & CFO

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Dated this 14th day of May, 2015. Dan DiGiovanni, Clerk The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9

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by Jennifer Cranston Emergency crews were at Essex District High School on Tuesday morning to give kids a powerful message about sober driving.

upside down in ditches on back roads. People have drowned,” he said. “We find them on fire.” He pointed out that the air bags won’t keep the roof of the car from coming down on you. They won’t keep your arm from falling out of a rolling vehicle and getting cut off. “We live in this community,” he said. “I never want to have to cut someone out of a car. It’s hard on us, too.” The arresting officer of the day, Cost. Sean MacKinnon, cautioned

“We’re not trying to stop anyone from having a good time,” said OPP Const. Joe Meloche. “We just want everyone to have a safe good time.” The mock crash was

staged in front of the school. Senior students are taken out of class to watch what happens in a real life situation. A large part of the demonstration is to share the perspective of

the emergency personnel. Assistant Deputy Fire Chief Jason Pillon said the collisions he has attended are not always as simple as this one. “We find these cars

students about the legal and practical consequences of impaired driving. He talked of tens of thousands in legal fees, insurance rates, and losing your car and the ability to drive. “It’s your licence, your life, someone else’s life. It’s simple,” he said. Fatal collisions affect many more people than just those involved in the accident, he explained. After dealing with the death and injury at roadside, police then have

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make that happen. Envelopes are available for donations. The final collection of the envelopes is June 7. Continued from Page 17 Reassurance Checks, and more. We appreciate your efforts in helping Essex Community Services. Please contact us at 519-7764231 with any questions. St. Paul’s Anglican Church Canadian Anglicans will engage in prayer and commitment to reconciliation. We are invited to toll our bells in remembrance of the 1122 missing and murdered aboriginal women. Volunteers are needed to toll the bell 51 times each day during Aboriginal Day of Prayer, May 31 to June 21. A signing sheet is available at the back of the church. As a fundraiser for the Salvation Army on Monday, June 1, eat at A-1 restaurant and say you ar supporting the Salvation Army toward its World Mission fundraiser. Thank You bank for May goes to support the work of the Primates World Development fund to enable work that makes a difference locally and globally. For those that have allergies to perfumes and scents in other products please refrain from using those prior to worship. We have a partnership with the Diocese of Amazonia in which we hope to share our faith and support. This summmer a small group from Huron will travel to Amazonia to know our partners and find ways to support each other. We hope to have members from there come here. Financial support is needed to

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea. Make plans to attend our Free Movie Night on Friday, May 29 beginning at 6:00 pm. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca Essex Retirees’ Club News Our Yard Sale is next Saturday starting at 9 a.m. We wish to express our sympathy to Richard Parkinson of this newspaper at the passing of his father. Mavis Law had the high score at Saturday Euchre, Wally Laframboise took second and Judy Kelly was third. Windsor/Essex County Senior Games Cribbage tournament was held with seniors throughout the county competing. Linda Quimby and Daisy Marguerite took first place, Theresa Belleau and Yvette Montague placed second and Dorothy Rimbault and Beverley Allison were in third place. Virgery Cascadden and Judy Lane tied for first place on Tuesday afternoon at Pepper. Larry Lane was second and Wally Laframboise was low. Doug Fields had the high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Betty Fields had most Peppers and

Jairmen Bagot was low. Pauline Olafson won with high score at Thursday night Bridge and there was a tie between Floyd Cascadden and Diana Dennis for second place.

Golden Years Mini Golf League A phenomenal 102 aces by 60 golfers was a great sendoﬀ for our last golf date of the 2014-2015 season. An astounding 8 aces was delivered by Cathy Dewhurst as she led the pack to a very strong outing by members. Low score of 16 for 9 holes went to Al Rutter and Laurie Hylton. Close on their heels with 17 were Gerry Wilkinson, Eileen McIntosh, John Murphy, Bill Ward, Norbert Gisi, Bill Mayville and Pete Daudlin. Rounding out the scores for the day were Andy Orsini carding 77 and Art Sweet a 78. 234 and 1st place bragging rights was earned by team 3 [Andy Orsini, Mike Binder, Cam Keith, Gerry Wilkinson]. 2nd place went to team 10 with 235 [Murray Cascadden, Gayle Hyatt, Bill Ward]. Capturing 3rd place with 237 was team 18 [Pete Daudlin, Bill Taylor, Kathy Bradley. Following our last round of golf the members gathered for our annual year end luncheon and fellowship. Mark your calendar now for when play resumes in the fall on the 1st Thursday following Labour Day. Our thanks to all our members who continue to prove that, ‘you are never too old’. Special thanks to the media for their ongoing weekly coverage and Colasanti’s staﬀ for their assistance throughout the year.

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Her 1970 Mustang Mach 1 and his 1973 Vega GT

Pictured left: Pam’s 1970 Mustang after the next owner restored it

Pictured below: Jerry’s ’73 Vega GT with 4-speed on the floor

Pam Foldesi of Leamington, Ontario, is a self-confessed motorhead. Before she and her husband Jerry were married in 1976, she had owned three Mustangs, and still owned one of them when they met. The first was a blue 1969 Mach 1 with a 3-speed floor shift and a 351 cubic inch Windsor V8 with 250 horsepower. The 1969 Mach 1 fastback coupe was new for 1969 and stood apart from the other Mustangs with a special grille with driving lamps, a flat black centre hood section with functional air scoop, and a quick-fill gas cap. A total of 72,458 were built. Pam would probably still have her ’69 Mach 1 today if another car had not slammed into the passenger side and totalled her car on Hwy. 77 north of town. She luckily escaped with only a touch of whiplash and two months later bought her second Mustang, a white ’65 fastback with automatic. Sawdust was discovered in the transmission and so Pam took the car to a mechanic to check it over. He said the car was not worth fixing, and that paved the way for her third Mustang, a red 1970 Mach 1 fastback with automatic and a 428 V8 under the hood. In 1970, a Mustang Mach 1 was available with a 428 cubic inch V8 or a 429, only one cubic inch larger than the other. But the bore and stroke differed between the two engines, with the 428 having 335 horsepower and the 429 with 375. Soon after Pam bought hers, a rod went through a piston and the engine was replaced with a 390 V8 at Dave Korneilson’s gas station at the west end of town. Even though the new engine had 38 fewer cubic inches, the car seemed just as fast as before. Pam was a waitress at the Tropicana Restaurant on Erie Street South when Jerry came in with a bunch of pals. That’s when Jerry noticed Pam and Pam noticed Jerry, who at that time was driving a ’73 Vega GT with a 4-speed stick shift on the floor. They started dating, and often drove each other’s cars. Pam loved the stick shift in the Vega, and Jerry enjoyed driving her Mustang. Cupid fired his arrows and they were married in 1976. Today, Jerry and Pam own a 1981 Camaro Z28 with T-roof and 4-speed recently featured in this column. And their son Jason is also a motorhead with a passion for motorcycles. You can email them at jerrycamaro@hotmail. com. 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.”

Thursday, May 21, 2015

McElwain wins big at WECSSAA by Fred Groves The Essex District High School Red Raiders will send several track and field athletes to SWOSSAA this week. At the recent WECSSAA meet, held at the University of Windsor, junior Lucia McElwain was by far one of the best as she won the 300m hurdles with a time of 46.14, was first in the 400m at 1:0.99 and had the best leap in the triple jump at 11.26 m to win. Senior Madeline McCloskey was second in the javelin with a toss of 34.55, third in the 100m hurdles, and fourth in the 100m. Brian Neufeld also had a great day on the track, winning the midget boys 100m hurdles at 16.88. • After four seasons with the Leamington Junior ‘B’ Flyers, including helping them win backto-back Conference titles, General Manager Mike Sadler of Cottam is stepping down. Sadler was instrumental in the early success of the Essex 73’s before going onto a long career that included being a scout in the OHL. • The EDHS girls’ slopitch team beat General Amherst 16-14 last week in WECSSAA league play but then came up short 12-0 to Leamington. • On the soccer pitch, the Red Raiders girls’ team beat Kennedy 2-1 on goals from Karen Markovich and Taelar Byrne in a preliminary playoff game before bowing to L’Essor 7-0 in the quarter finals. On the boys’ side, after going undefeated during the regular campaign, the boys’ team was eliminated 3-2 by the Brennan Cardinals in the quarterfinals. • From the horse harness racing circuit, My Sisters A Witch, owned by Marc Adams and Robert Emmons and

trained by Vic McMurren won the first race at Western Raceway on Wednesday. The same night, Gord McDonnell’s Arlo Gram was second in the ninth race. The previous night saw McDonnell’s Murphy’s Ideal win in the 11th with a time of 1:58.2. • Willy Froese got the win on the mound for the Woodslee Orioles as they beat the Amherstburg Cardinals 12-2 in Essex County Senior Baseball League action last week. • Meanwhile the Essex Jackets split their first two games of the ECSBL season, beating Leamington 4-0 and then

falling 10-1 to Tecumseh on Sunday. • James Morgan had a shorthanded goal for the Windsor Clippers as they were beaten 13-7 by St. Catharines in Junior ‘B’ lacrosse play on Saturday. • EDHS grad Kelsey Balkwill helped the University of Miami Hurricanes women’s 4x400 relay team finish third at the Atlantic Coast Conference track and field championships. Balkwill, was sixth in the 400m hurdles. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com

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. MAY 23  BAKE SALE & LUNCH BBQ At Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda, 2953 Olinda Sideroad @ Road 5. 9 a.m. - 2:00 pm. MAY 23 & 24  8TH ANNUAL WAR OF 1812 ENCAMPMENT At Maidstone Museum, 1093 Puce Rd. From 10am-5pm. For information call: 519-727-8811. MAY 27  THE ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING At Essex community centre, 7:30pm. It’s all about herbs! All are welcome. MAY 27  SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING  At 6:30pm at Colasanti’s with speaker Dr. Angela Lee, a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor. All 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.” May 30 - ART AT SADLER’S POND - Local student’s artwork, show and sale. From 11am-3pm. Music, art, food. 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. JUNE 13 – WOODSLEE UNITED CHURCH BBQ RIB DINNER 2616 Belle River Rd., Cty Rd. 27, from 4:00pm-7:00pm. Advance tickets only. Call 519-890-6312. JUNE 20 –K OF C MCGREGOR CHICKEN & RIB DINNER At 6pm at K of C hall in McGregor. Proceeds to St. Clement Parish. Tickets available at parish oﬃce or K of C hall.

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Lions Club invites community to participate in annual dog walk PUBLIC NOTICE SALE

by Sylene Argent Members of the Essex & District Lions Club are inviting the community out to participate in the 2015 installment of the Purina Walk for Dog Guides. The event will take place on the trail at Sadler’s Park on Sunday, May 31. Here, the local service club will welcome many area families and individuals to the outdoor trail to raise funds and awareness about the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides program. The event has been taking place throughout Canada for 30 years. Its motto is

“Giving Canadians a new leash on life.” T h e Purina Walk for Dog Guides is an event that allows participants to bring along their canine companions to enjoy a trek around the Sadler’s Park trail. Participants are urged to collect pledges to participate. Any funds raised will be forwarded to the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides program to help train service dogs. Its mission is to assist Canadians with medical or physical disabilities by providing them a Dog Guide at no cost. It takes, on average, two years to train a dog for these services. It is estimated the cost to train a puppy to become a service dog is around $25,000. These service dogs are provided to their handlers free of charge. Donations may also be

made online. The Lions Foundation does not receive any government funding. It relies on donations to operate this program. The Dog Guides program is located in Oakville. The facility trains service dogs that can assist individuals with special needs, including those who are visually impaired, and those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Dogs are also trained to assist those who have a medical or physical disability, including type 1 diabetes, epilepsy, or autism. Special skills dogs are also trained to assist handlers in various tasks. The process of training a pup and matching it with the right handler is quite extensive to ensure there is compatibility. The clients who will receive a service dog stay in Oakville for around two weeks to get adjusted to their dogs before they can take them home. It is hoped many participants head down to Sadler’s Park for the event. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will officially kick off at 10 a.m. Around 200 similar events will take place across Canada to support the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides program. For more information, log onto www. purinawalkfordogguides. com.

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I Thursday, May 21, 2015

Flags raised at Spitfire grounds -Hawk makes another appearance

Members of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee raised flags at the memorial site last Wednesday evening.

by Sylene Argent The Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee is putting the final touches on organizing the big wall dedication ceremony that will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 24. Last Wednesday evening, Committee members

gathered at the Heritage Gardens to hoist the flags high upon the flagpoles. The Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee hoisted three flags that fly next to the recently installed Spitfire memorial. The middle flag is a Canadian flag,

which is flanked on either side by the official RAF and RCAF flags. Committee member Michael Beale expected the wall to be installed for this upcoming weekend’s celebration. He is hoping 2000 people will attend the wall dedication, which will feature a flyover of airplanes. The wall, which will be installed surrounding the replica Spitfire, will hold around 1400 names of Windsor and Essex County WWII veterans who flew for the RCAF and RAF. The

Spitfire monument and wall are means to thank these veterans for their

services. The Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee Members were thrilled with the community’s enthusiasm and support for the project. At first, the Committee was thinking the wall would have less than 500 names, but were surprised to have so many names of veterans forwarded. This will be a wonderful opportunity for the community to be able to head into Essex Centre, sit on a park bench in the Heritage Gardens, and reflect on the sacrifices veterans have made for Canadian freedom. After hoisting the flags, the Committee members walked up to Talbot Street to see what the flags looked like from the main road. They were impressed with the site, and even more thrilled to see a hawk again flying overhead. The Committee cheered when they saw the hawk. One of the veterans

the Spitfire replica is honouring is Essex’s own Spitfire pilot and WWII veteran, Jerry Billing. When Billing passed away in January, a hawk circled overhead at the funeral home and while a wreath was being laid at the base of the replica plane. Billing’s wife Karen noted her late husband’s call sign during the war was Black Hawk.

Mock crash provides a vivid lesson... Continued from Page 19

the task of informing next of kin. “I’ve told far too many people that their loved ones are dead,” he said. This mock crash has been presented to Essex High School students for over 10 years and is presented to students as they approach their prom. The aim of the event is to illustrate to students, planning on going to prom and after parties, the possible aftermath of drinking and driving, in a realistic and graphic way. Impaired driving crashes and incidents involving alcohol are among the highest

causes of deaths for teens and young adults. The presentation is a partnership of Essex District High School, Essex OPP Detachment, Essex Fire & Rescue Services, EMS, Lesperance Body Removal and ABC Auto Wreckers. Local EMS were called out to an emergency on this day, so Fire & Rescue stepped in as they would in a real situation where paramedics are delayed.

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