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Christine Hayes honoured as Essex’s 2018 Citizen of the Year - the banquet took place on what would be her dad, former MPP Pat Hayes’s, birthday -
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Local dignitaries, service club representatives, and family members congratulated Christine Hayes on receiving the 2018 Essex Citizen of the Year award. Her volunteer efforts were recognized at a banquet held on Saturday evening at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201).
by Sylene Argent Local volunteer and resident, Christine Hayes, was recognized as Essex’s 2018 Citizen of the Year on Saturday evening. A special banquet, held at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201), was hosted in her honour to acknowledge all of the ways she had dedicated her time and talents to a wide-variety of causes within the community. Hayes is the newest
volunteer added to the official Essex Citizen of the Year list. The recognition program began in 1978 to pay tribute to those who commit themselves to giving back to the community. “We are amongst some inspiring and generous people,” event Emcee, and member of the Holy Name Counsel of the Knights of Columbus, Tom Bonneau, said after the names of each of the previous honourees were read. “Christine is a
bit of each.” The Annual Citizen of the Year banquet is hosted as a fundraiser for Heritage Essex, which maintains the Essex Railway Station. The Essex Legion, the Essex Knights of Columbus, Heritage Essex, and the Rotary Club of Essex cohost the event. Morley Bowman, a member of Heritage Essex, said the involved service clubs collaborate well to host the Citizen on the Year program annually.
“We need a new writer for the emcee’s jokes,” Bowman chided after hearing a few jokes about banking, Hayes’s profession, from Bonneau. “I see you all over the place,” he said of Hayes. “You fit the mould [of the Citizen of the Year program] perfectly, and in a lot of ways, probably exceed it.” Kim Spirou of the Essex Rotary Club said she has heard a lot about Hayes. That she is generous, hard
working, and loyal. “Her record of service is exemplary and long,” Spriou said. Hayes is involved with Essex Region Goodfellows, the Fight Like Mason Foundation, and Habitat for Humanity. She is also an Essex Fun Fest volunteer, is dedicated to the Essex Legion and its Ladies’ Auxiliary, and gets involved with fundraising efforts for local charity groups, such as Big Bike through her employer, Libro Credit Union, where she organizes community outreach efforts. Hayes also organizes the Big Brothers Big Sister annual bowling for kids event, she mentors her son, Connor’s, Robotics team at Cardinal Carter, sings at funerals at Holy Name of Jesus Church and at her own parish, St. Mary’s in Maidstone, where she also sings on a weekly bases. For many years, Hayes coached baseball at St. Mary’s. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche brought congratulations to Hayes from the Town of Essex. He said he has known the evening’s honuree for
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Essex’s 2018 Citizen of the Year... around 25 years. “It has been a pleasure to serve with Christine on the Essex Region Goodfellows. She came on as treasurer when we were desperate and we needed someone with a numbers background,” Meloche said, presenting Hayes with a recognition plaque on behalf of the Town of Essex. MPP Taras Natyshak and MP Tracey Ramsey wished Hayes well. “It is particularly meaningful for me to be here. Christine has known me since I was a baby. The Natyshak’s and Hayes’s have always been politically motivated,” Natyshak said, acknowledging the banquet was held on what would have been MPP Pat Hayes’s birthday. “He would be 76-years-old today. His legacy looms over us tonight. “A couple things Pat taught me as a mentor was service above self, to put others first. The Hayes
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family is always there for others. Another thing Pat told me, and Christine has applied it to her life, is that ‘they won’t always remember if you were there [at an event], but they will always remember if you were not there.’ Christine carries on that legacy, because she is everywhere. She carries on a proud legacy of her dad,” Natyshak said. Ramsey added Hayes is outstanding. Though Ramsey has not known the Hayes family as long as Natyshak, from the moment she met Hayes, she felt a part of her family. One thing Ramsey didn’t know about Hayes was all she was involved with because Hayes doesn’t talk about her efforts as she is humble. Wendy CunninghamPulleyblank was the special guest speaker for the evening. “Christine is the epitome of a volunteer,” she said of Hayes. “She’s never afraid to roll up her
sleeves and dig right in. “We honour you tonight, Christine, for all that you do.” On behalf of Heritage Essex, Bill Gay spoke fondly about Hayes’s dad, highlighting all he did to restore the historic Essex Railway Station. “This has been truly humbling,” Hayes said, through tears. She credited her dad for her community spirit. She thanked her mom for stepping up to help out with her son when needed, so she could be community-minded, and also thanked her son for his patience when her schedule gets on the full side. Bonneau recognized the Rotary Club of Essex for cooking a great meal. He also acknowledged the Citizen of the Year Committee for spending many hours going through the nominations members of the community submitted earlier this summer.
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Essex Rotary Club members worked with representatives of Essex District High School’s Rotary Interact Club and Student Council to host the annual Pizza for Polio fundraiser last Wednesday afternoon.
by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday, the Rotary Club of Essex, along with the Essex District High School (EDHS) Rotary Interact Club and Student Council, hosted the annual Pizza for Polio event at the local high school to celebrate October 24 as World Polio Day. Dr. Julie Ricci, who is a member of the Essex Rotary Club, said she was happy to again help host the Pizza for Polio event in Essex this year. As part of the campaign, a portion of the pizza sales made during lunch break at Essex District High Schooland at Armando’s, Capri, Brenko’s House of Pizza, and Little Caesars later that daywent towards Polio eradication efforts. Ricci said events were hosted all over the world to recognize the day that
brings awareness to Rotary International’s dedication to eradicating Polio. Polio, she added, still exists in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Nigeria. Two drops, which cost 60cents, can save a child from ever experiencing the devastating affects of Polio. Last year’s Pizza for Polio event raised around $1400. It is hoped this year’s efforts are just as successful. She added the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s commitment to eradicate polio will double that impact. In 1985, Ricci explained, there were 350,000 cases of Polio when Rotary International began it mission to eradicate the disease. In 2018, there have been 20 new cases to date. To learn more, visit www.endpolio.org.
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by Sylene Argent It takes a special kind of person to want to become a hometown hero; to be a part of a team that runs into a crisis situation when everyone else is running away. Currently, Essex Fire & Rescue has six available spaces for new firefighters at two of the three stations within the Municipality of Essex. Those interested in serving their community as a volunteer firefighter were able to learn about the role, from those who walk that walk, last week as the Town of Essex hosted a Firefighter Recruitment Open House in Essex and Harrow Centres. At the open houses, potential recruits were able to connect with current firefighters to ask questions about this important role, view firefighting equipment, and learn about the new selection process. Captain Mark Sweeney is posted at Essex Station #1. His career with Essex Fire & Rescue began 17 years ago. He recalled an average day working at Chryslers, when he spotted a co-worker with the Station Operating Guidelines handbook. He learned his co-worker was a firefighter in Amherstburg, who encouraged Sweeney to visit the Essex station to learn what firefighting was all about. “It is very exciting,” Sweeney said of being a firefighter. “The guys, when you walk in, they treat you like they already know you.” That visit to the Essex Centre fire hall was enough to hook Sweeney on the profession. 17 years later, he enjoys meeting with new recruits and teaching them everything he has come to learn over the years. Though part of being a firefighter is having to deal with some very critical situations, Sweeney said he believes those extreme instances are fewer now than when he began, thanks to all the public education Essex Fire & Rescue does. Taking on a firefighting role means taking time away from family to answer calls or to complete training. Sweeney’s wife, Joceline, said her husband does miss out on some family events or moments, but everyone understands how important being a firefighter is to the community. Joceline said her husband’s role with Essex Fire & Rescue is one that has influenced their three daughters to be community-minded. There has been a change to the firefighter selection process, which will include an aptitude test through the national fire selection testing. A company based out of Mississauga will administer the test. Candidates will either pass or fail. If a pass is achieved, a candidate will then move on in the process to undergo medical and clinical testing in Mississauga to test endurance. If a candidate makes it through that phase, they will make it to the interview process.
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Essex Fire Chief Arnel hopes that the new testing will create more diversity on Essex Fire & Rescue. He said the firefighting team needs to be a reflection of the community in which it serves. Arnel noted time is important to everyone, so those who join the force are certainly appreciated. Arnel hopes to have the new recruits in place by April 1. At that point, they can then start their 12-month firefighter training program. Those looking to become a firefighter will be required to cover costs of the testing, which will total around $250. Those funds will be returned to those who are selected. The local fire service will then pay those selected into the program to train, he said. Manager of Human Resources, Brandi Sieben, was pleased that the Town had received many applications before the open house, and was excited to see how many more would file in after those interested were able to learn more at the recruitment open houses. Anyone who wants to get involved has until November 16 to apply. More information about the fire recruitment, or to learn how to apply, log onto www.essex.ca/FireRecruits.
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Well, I am sure most everyone has heard about the concern about the potential misuse of proxy votes during the Essex Municipal Election. This is a very serious allegation, and one that challenges democracy if the OPP investigation proves there was some wrong doing. I am anxiously awaiting the findings. I am, however, going to be very patient as I wait. As this is a very serious situation, I want to ensure no rock goes unturned so we can either know if there was any wrong doing
or restore confidence in the process and our elected council. Though, I am sure we are all curious to know what the outcome will be and want that result sooner than later, we have to give investigators the time to do what they need to do. Regardless of the findings, I think Councillor Sherry Bondy did the right thing by speaking out about the situation. If it turns out everything is ok, we know the matter was looked into. There is nothing wrong with crossing those “T’s” or dotting those
“I’s” when concerns are brought forward. At the very least, this situation is a learning experience. Even if everything turns out ok, we learned a little bit about how to prevent this type of misuse from taking place in the future.
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Letter to the Editor... Today, October 29, marks exactly one week following the 2018 Essex municipal election. And today, we find our election embroiled in controversy. Yes, I am speaking of the alleged abuse of proxy votes in our community. Now there are skeptics that believe this was all very innocent, but the reality is, with 86 of the 94 proxies used in Ward 3 and 4, it begs the question, why so many? What brought on this use or possible abuse of proxy voting in our community? According to the CBC News at 6 exclusive aired last week, we learned that the authenticity of multiple proxies are now in question. Again, many of you might feel that it is just a few and really what’s the harm. For those who feel this way, I challenge you to consider, what if it were your elderly mother or father who had their vote taken-or better yet, what if it were you? Electoral fraud/influence is a criminal charge. That is how serious this issue is. To sweep it under the rug because it will upset some people means that you are willing to accept an illegal act at the expense of your neighbours who have been victimized. Currently, there is an ongoing OPP investigation and everyone tainted by these acts has been encouraged to come forward. But, I think that many of our residents whose proxies may have been misused are hesitant to come forward. Frankly, at this point, it will be hard to convince them otherwise because Mayor McDermott and Councillor-Elect Vander Doelen have publicly insinuated that those who may have had their votes used unbeknownst to them, were “old” and “forgetful”-in other words, senile. I believe this victim blaming that they are participating in reeks of ageism and privilege. I think both men have used their position of authority to discourage victims to come
forward and participate in an official investigation. As a woman, I understand this concept very well. It straight up communicates to the victims that if they come forward they will not be supported but, in fact, made to look like fools. So where do we go from here? First and foremost, we have faith in the OPP that they will get to the bottom of this alleged illegal activity. We encourage our friends, families, and neighbours to report any suspected misdoings to the OPP. We encourage those who submitted the proxies to come forward and do the right thing. Last, we need to contact the Minister of Municipal Affairs of Ontario (Steve Clark) and ask him how do we get this election looked at from top to bottom. I have many, many questions above and beyond the proxy abuse. I want to know, why, upon receiving complaints, did the Town of Essex Administration fail to act. Did they not have the authority to act, did they not have the tools to act, or did they choose not to act? I also officially call upon the other elected officials from Monday’s race and ask why you are being silent? These allegations are criminal in nature and therefore very serious, and many of you have nothing to say? You campaigned on the premise that you would get involved. I ask you now, where is your involvement? For those of you who have not said anything about the matter publicly, I say to you one thing, silence equals complacency. I want to finish by extending my sincere gratitude to Councillor Sherry Bondy for bringing this issue into the public eye and speaking out at great personal expense. Sincerely, Anne Marie Grant Essex, Ontario
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Essex municipal election proxy vote use questioned by Sylene Argent Following the Essex Municipal Election on October 22, Essex Councillor Sherry Bondy brought forward concerns she had heard from residents about the use of proxy votes. To ensure proxy votes were used only as intended, she wanted the matter investigated. The Town of Essex received two complaints on the matter. OPP Constable Jim Root said at the moment he can only confirm that the OPP has been advised of this allegation and has an investigator assigned. One of the proxies in question was filled out for a Ward 3 resident, Carl Wilson Jr. On a proxy, there are to be two names and signatures; the Elector Making the Appointment and the Elector Appointed. This document, however, has three names included, with the third signature added in the “Statement of Elector Making Appointment,” section
where the Elector Making the Appointment should have signed. This was dated for July 4, 2018. It also features areas where a name was added, then scratched out to add a different one. The relationship box was not checked off. According to essex. ca, residents may vote by proxy if unable to vote at the advance polls or on Election Day. Proxies must be on a prescribed form and certified by the Office of the Clerk. In accordance with Section 44 of the Municipal Elections Act, an Elector may only be appointed to act as a proxy on behalf of one other qualified elector who is not a relative, but can act as a proxy on behalf of one or more qualified electors who are relatives. In a video Bondy posted to Facebook around a month ago, she alleges while on the campaign trail, an individual informed her of a conversation had with
another candidate, “And that candidate convinced that senior man to hand over his proxy vote to him. I am really worried about that because proxy votes have a purpose; they are used for people who are out of town or people who can’t get out of the house or are bedridden.” In the video, she said the man she talked to was able-bodied. She urged voters to not hand over their proxy votes to someone they do not trust. “In theory, a candidate can get 50 people working for them and get 50 proxy votes,” she theorized in that video. The majority of proxies submitted in the Essex Municipal Election were from Wards 3 and 4. Over 80 were submitted from the south-end of the Municipality. A post she made on October 24 notes, “The proxy nightmare I was warning people about happened. Ask your seniors if it happened the them. Approx 24 older Portuguese seniors in
our community voted by proxy out of 33 total for ward 4. Reports are coming into me that these seniors didn’t even know they voted. Some showed up to the polls to vote and were told someone already voted for them. I continue to fight for democracy.” In the video she posted with the above comment, she said, “Around noon, I was called by a family who brought their mother to vote at lunch and her mother had already voted by proxy, unknowingly to her,” she claimed. Online, there has been a call for elected councillors to make a statement on the issue. Councillor Elect Kim Verbeek stated, “Some residents are asking for statements from Council Elect about the current investigation into the use of proxy votes in our Municipal Election. I take this very seriously. Voting is a privilege and a right. If our electoral process has been manipulated or compromised in anyway, it must be dealt with.
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“Councillor Bondy and several residents have brought fourth concerns in regards to proxy voting. It is being investigated. I believe in the process. We all deserve answers and speculation will not provide answers. I will await the finding of the OPP investigation. I encourage any resident who has relevant information to contact the OPP.” Councillor Elect Chris Vander Dolen also took to Facebook to share his opinion, which included the following, “What
neither tall tale includes is that the two voters probably simply forgot they had signed proxies. But our electoral process is so air tight that it prevented double voting in both cases. “One of the voters was 87, I’ve been told. Forgive the poor woman for forgetting she’d told someone else months before she would vote by proxy. This does not mean the election was a “nightmare,” or that ‘the process failed us,’ as Bondy claims,” Vander Doelen wrote.
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by Kyle Reid A new banner project commemorating the sacrifices of local veterans was unveiled outside of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 in Kingsville on Saturday. The launch of the Kingsville Salute to Veterans Banner project included a bagpipe procession outside of the Legion for the unveiling of the first ceremonial banner. Veteran Lt.-Col. Murray Stewart, who was on hand for the celebration, was honoured on the inaugural banner. The banner project committee also unveiled an additional 15 banners at the ceremony, well over their initial goal of 10 banners. The remaining banners will be displayed around the municipality this week, and committee members expect more banners to be supported by local sponsors and erected around Kingsville over the coming years. Mary-Maureen Atkin, Veteran Service Officer with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188, worked alongside Stewart, his wife, and her husband, Jay, on the banner committee. Atkin encouraged families of veterans to come forward to see their loved ones honoured as part of the project. “Can we say enough about our veterans?” asked an emotional Atkin, whose father, Sgt. Maj. Maurice Snook, was honoured on one of the initial banners. “They are the reason we are here today.” Atkin said the committee worked hard to unveil the banners this year in an effort to honour the 100th anniversary of the World War I Armistice. With the support of the Town of Kingsville, the committee’s work will continue, with more banners expected to be displayed annually around Remembrance Day. The committee is also working to create a biographical book containing information on the veterans honoured in the banner project. They are planning to share the Salute to Veterans book with Kingsville students, residents, and other organizations each year prior to Remembrance Day. Atkin thanked the members of the Kingsville community who lent their support to the project. “This is a wonderful community effort,” Atkin said. “What a magnificent way to pay tribute to our veterans [and] promote a sense of community, pride, and heritage.”
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Centre Subdivision by Sylene Argent On Monday evening, the Town of Essex hosted a statutory meeting inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex to go over the requests made for the Essex Town Centre Subdivision with current members of Council, the newly elected members of Council, and residents. In the future, the New Term of Essex Council will have to consider amendments to Zoning Bylaw 1037 for the lands located south of Maidstone Avenue West, east of Highway 3 and South Talbot Road (behind the Canadian Tire Store and Tim Hortons and McDonald’s restaurants). The first public meeting held on this matter was hosted in July. This area concerns an 85-acre parcel, which is divided into street blocks
on a registered plan of subdivision. This property is zoned R2.2, low density residential. But, two blocks (7 and 8) which are located at the entrance to the future subdivision, are zoned C1.1, neighbourhood commercial, which permits retail stores, personal service shops, business and professional offices and other uses intended to serve this residential subdivision. The applicants are requesting that Block 8, south of the future Canadian Tire roadway, permit R2.2 uses, as well as neighbourhood commercial uses. At the July meeting, Applicant, Remo Valente, said this project would be completed in phases, where an up to 550 dwelling units of various types could be
accommodated. The first phase would consist of 89 homes: 29 single homes, 32 raised ranches, and 28 ranch-style semi-detached homes. The applicant is asking for three revisions to the R2.2 zoning regulations. It would be preferred to permit the construction of single-detached dwellings on a lot having a minimum width of 40 feet and a lot area of 4400 square feet. Currently, the minimum lot width and lot area are 15m and 5000 square foot, respectively. Another request is to reduce the width of an exterior side yard from 4.5m to 3m where the lot abuts a 15m road rightof-way having a width of 20m, and reduce the side yard width from 4.5m to 1.2 m where the lot abuts a 20m road right-of-way.
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Essex Town Centre Subdivision discussion... The applicant is also requesting the elimination of the attached garage width restriction for semidetached and townhome dwellings. Currently, the width of an attached garage is limited to the equivalent of 60 percent of the width of the dwelling. The applicant would like that maximum width to be extended to 70 percent. Essex’s Policy Planner Jeff Watson said reducing the width restriction could
be a safety issue as it could limit seeing anyone approaching the home, for instance. It also creates a streetscape of parked cars and garages. Watson said this subdivision has been of interest since 2006. Previous terms of Councils have approved requests from former developers of the lot in 2006 and 2013. This included reducing the front yard depth to 20 feet from 25 feet and
reducing to 20-meter wide street rights-of-way to 15 meters. At the July meeting, Watson said residents had a chance to speak. Some, who live on Maidstone and will be affected by this layout, requested the homes to be built behind them be required to have 50’ lots. Watson said a mix must be created to allow for some of the smaller lot sizes. Residents reiterated
Voakes believes in the democratic process by Sylene Argent Current Essex Centre Councillor Randy Voakes admits he was a little surprised, at first, to learn of the 750 votes he earned in the 2018 Essex Municipal Election that left him short of retaining his seat at the local decision-making table. But, he accepts the outcome all the same. “That’s why we have elections. I have the upmost respect for those who decided to change
their representative,” Voakes said following the October 22 election results. “There comes a time for everyone. “I had a good 15-year run. I can put my hands on numerous things in town because of my input on Council.” He believes the way his file could have been viewed, by some may, have encouraged a vote for another candidate. But, he said he wouldn’t change anything.
The Monday, August 20 regular Council meeting, that resulted in a quarrel between Voakes and newly elected Mayor Larry Snively, may have contributed to the election results. At that meeting, tensions flared between the two, and name calling and allegations ensured from both parties. Voakes appreciates everyone who supported him and those who have challenged him. “They made me a better Councillor,” he said. Voakes said he does not know how many times he sat as a Councillor, wishing he could speak as a delegate to some issues. He plans to do so in the future. “I still have a voice,” he said. “Life is like a book,” Voakes commented, noting he is ready to start the next chapter. “I am going to focus on things that are a priority, like friends and family.”
this concern at Monday’s meeting. Other residents were concerned with the aesthetic look of the smaller lot sizes and whether or not the Town was to consider another traffic light due to a suspected increase in traffic volume. Current Councillor members Sherry Bondy, Ron Rogers, Ron McDermott, Steve Bjorkman, and Richard Meloche attended the meeting. Councillor Randy Voakes was present for the first part. Council elect members Kim Verbeek, Morley Bowman, Chris Vander Doelen, and Joe Garon were also present. Councillor Bondy would like any letters of opposition on this file to be forwarded to the Council Elect so members will be aware of any concerns. The new Term of Council
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will make decisions on the file. Councillor Steve Bjorkman said the Town does have to provide affordable housing.
Council received the report Watson provided, along with his power point presentation.
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Pasta dinner hosted to support Wounded Warriors of Canada
Adrice Grenon, Worthy Matron of the Erie Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and Grand Matron of Ontario, Brenda Hooper, are pictured at the Friday evening’s pasta dinner fundraiser, hosted in support of Wounded Warriors Canada.
by Sylene Argent On Friday evening, members of the Erie Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star invited community members to enjoy a pasta dinner and buy homemade pastries in support of the Wounded Warriors
Canada organization. The event was hosted at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). Adrice Grenon, Worthy Matron of the local club, explained the Organization’s provincewide Grand Matron
decided to selected Wounded Warriors as her term-support project. In her one-year term, Grand Matron Brenda Hooper was able to raise around $70,000 for the Wounded Warrior campaign, which has a mission to honour and support Canada’s ill and injured Armed Forces members, veterans, first responders, and their families. Grenon noted that help extends beyond supporting service men and women who have been injured physically, and includes help with mental health, such as assistance for those coping with PTSD.
It was fitting to host the pasta dinner in support of Wounded Warriors Canada at the Essex Legion as that organization is continuously trying to support veterans. Grenon was impressed with the support and assistance the Essex Legion provided in support of the event. Grenon and Worthy Patron Les Spence organized the event. To ensure as much money could be raised as possible, Grenon noted she was grateful the food was donated by a variety of supporters. Though Grenon grew up in a military home, as her father served in the Air Force, and knew of the work a cousin was doing to support
veterans in Windsor, through Hooper’s project of supporting Wounded Warriors Canada, she learned about the need for assistance some veterans need while coping through PTSD. Hooper, who lives in LaSalle, participated in Friday night’s pasta dinner. She said she selected Wounded Warriors Canada as her term-support projects because, “I don’t think veterans get enough care. This program cares for their needs.” She noted all the money she was able to raise during her one-year term will stay in Ontario by supporting a camp in Uxbridge, which offers therapy through the use of horses.
“It has a great success rate,” she said. Individuals are still forwarding money to Wounded Warriors Canada, through her project. She was proud to not only raise funds for the organization, but to also raise awareness about the needs of veterans and service men and women. Hooper plans to continue raising funds for Wounded Warriors Canada beyond her one-term as Grand Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star for Ontario. For more information about Wounded Warriors Canada, log onto woundedwarriors.ca.
Food bank frenzy sets up at No Frills Photo submitted. On Saturday, Caleb Brockman, a high school-aged volunteer with the Essex Area Food Bank, hosted his annual Essex Area Food Bank Frenzy in front of No Frills. During the event, Brockman collected non-perishable food items to stock the shelves of the Essex Area Food Bank, which will be forwarded to put food on the tables of families and individuals in need of a little support while enduring financially stressful times.
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Western Secondary hosts biggest Pumpkin Fest to date
by Kyle Reid One of the largest craft fairs in the region rarely fails to disappoint, and last Saturday’s annual Pumpkin Fest at Western Secondary School was no exception. In fact, this year’s fair was the school’s most successful Pumpkin Fest to date-particularly notable since the school has hosted the fall fair for more than 30 years. This year’s event featured 110 vendor booths, which
lined the entirety of the school. Crowds of people made their way through the hallways, while browsing the enormous selection of hand-made crafters’ goods and other items. Western Secondary teacher, Samantha Thomas, has been helping to organize the fair for some 23 years. She estimated the school hosted some 6,000-7,000 shoppers last year. “And it’s busier today,” Thomas noted. The school’s doors were opened at 8 a.m. for vendors to set up shop, and Thomas said that by 10 a.m., when the fair officially kicked off for the day, the hallways were already full. Booths for next year are already in high demand, with some vendors trying to get a leg up and book their spot for next year. “Last year, we had one booth not sold,” Thomas said. “This year, we’ve been full since August…[vendors] try to book now, they try to book for next year.” But vendors aren’t the only ones returning year-afteryear. Thomas explained the annual fair brings back former students and faculty who are always eager to volunteer and
continue lending a helping hand with the event. “The kitchen is full of former staff members helping bake and cook,” Thomas said. “The volunteers are unbelievable.” The event has become the biggest fundraiser of the year for Western Secondary School, helping to pay for school field trips and other extracurricular activities that would normally come out of parents’ pockets. “All of the things that aren’t part of the normal curriculum-it pays for all that extra stuff,” Thomas said. Knowing the benefit of the fair, current students are always eager to help. Students set up shop at entrances to accept non-perishable food items and cash donations in support of a local community food organization-whichever one is most in need, Thomas noted. Students also organized an Empty Bowls program this year, selling handmade bowls, which will be used as serving pieces for a fundraising meal and education session on hunger and food poverty.
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puck drop to buzzer. The gang from Essex rounded out the busy weekend with a nice 4-2 victory. Alexandrea Huntley played a great game for the winners. Scoring for the Ravens were Caiden St. John with a pair, Mason Dault and Hudson Diemer added singles. Cole Gossmann had two helpers from the blueline. The efforts of the team have solidified it’s hold on third place in the Bluewater League. Hard work and improvement, each day, has been the goal of the coaching staff. So keep up the hard work team!
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Annual Turkey Dinner and Bazaar held at Holy Name
Delilah Fournier, 4, enters the raffle for the doll she’d like to win during the annual Turkey Dinner and Bazaar, which was held at Holy Name of Jesus Church on Sunday.
by Adam Gault Holy Name of Jesus Church’s Catholic Women’s League of Canada (CWL) held its annual Turkey Dinner and Bazaar fundraiser at the local parish this past Sunday afternoon. The festivity brought together members of the church and community to enjoy a positive event that’s been going strong for more than 30 years. Featuring homemade crafts and baked goods, a
raffle, games for the kids, and of course, piping hot turkey dinners, the everpopular event proved to be a successful fundraiser for the wide-range of CWL initiatives. “The money raised helps us for the year to support our youth, different local community activities that go on. This is our major fundraiser each year,” President of the Holy Name CWL, Pat Kozak, said. Explaining there’s a need to be there for other
people, Kozak explained events like the Turkey Dinner and Bazaar are crucial in supporting local outreach programs, such as area food banks and other assistance programs. “There’s a need to be there, so we’re going to be there for them,” said Kozak. “But we’re there for each other, too. We make sure that our own community is taken care of as well.” Every year, members of the Holy Name congregation anticipate
the dinner with bated breath, usually selling out the hundreds of turkey dinners made in a large team effort, in anticipation of the large crowds. “Last year, we sold 500 turkey dinners,” Kozak explained. “It’s not only the ladies that help out with this event. We have out Knights of Columbus men helping in the kitchen, helping set up, take down. Our youth are involved, they’re helping [by] serving, they’re helping clean-up, so it’s very much a full community participation for this event. It’s supporting each other, so we can look out for the greater good.” This Friday, November 2, Holy Name of Jesus Church will present a chili cook off, which the Knights of Columbus will host, between 5 and 7pm. Tickets are available at the door. All proceeds will go to support the St. Vincent de Paul Camp.
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by Sylene Argent The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) transformed into the fictional Town of Chatsfield on Saturday evening as the annual Murder Mystery event was held just ahead of Halloween. Cassandra Marujo wrote this year’s murder mystery, “Tightrope,” which turned back the clock to 1865. Townsfolk in the play are excited to welcome the circus, but an unexpected murder of one of the circus workers, a former resident of Chatsfield named Oscar Wittle, creates quite the stir. Murujo said Wittle was a character who had made enemies before he left town to join the circus two years earlier, in addition, some friends had become enemies
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after he had left and he had made enemies while in the circus. It was up to the many Museum visitors to put on their sleuthing caps to find out who Wittle’s killer could be. Despite the rainy and damp weather, many visited the local Museum to take on the role of sleuth in the traditional event. Those sleuths were able to enjoy walking up and down the path leading through the Heritage Village, as twilight settled in, to question each of the 16 volunteer actors who took on a character in the play. The characters were spread out throughout Heritage Village, stationed in some of the historic buildings located onsite. The event detectives had to be extra clever, however, as the town’s gossips were out
On Saturday evening, 16 volunteer actors took on the role of pivotal characters in the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Essex’s annual Murder Mystery.
and about, spreading information that may not have be true. Event visitors had until 9 p.m. that night to conduct their interviews and find clues. They were then able to submit their findings and point to whom they believed the killer was for a chance to win a prize. Events held at the CTMHV raise funds for its Children’s Education Program, which provides a hands-on history lesson to hundred of area students each year. Coming up, an indoor automotive flea market will take place on November 3, a gun show will take place on November 18, and a Christmas and craft show
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St. Paul’s recognizes senior support workers with annual ceremony
by Adam Gault for them.” For four years running, St. Paul’s As members of the community age and Anglican Church has been honouring the transition through later life stages, it can positive contributions made by various be frustrating for them, as well as those groups in the community with its annual entrusted with their care. Demonstrating Legacy of Heroes presentation. patience and understanding, senior home What began in 2015 as a way to support staff play an enormous role in recognize the 35th anniversary of the making sure those challenging transitions 1980 Essex explosion, and the emergency are as comfortable for everyone as services personnel who responded to possible. the disaster on that day, has grown to “The workers that work intensely with recognize Community Living Essex seniors have that kind of pastoral care; County workers and local foster parents, that they care about, and can deal with, among fellow recipients. some of the frustrations,” BrouillardThis past Sunday, through the Legacy Coyle said. “To have that kind of patience, of Heroes program, a group of people and ability to encourage and engage with Staff and volunteers of Iler Lodge and Country Village received St. Paul’s Anglican people, and allow them to be their best, whose good deeds sometimes go unseen by the general public were recognized as Church’s 2018 Legacy of Heroes Award. particularly when they get to a time when St. Paul’s honoured the contributions of it’s really hard to be their best. That’s a residents there passed at the beginning of the year,” St. the support staff and volunteers of two real gift.” Pauls’ Reverend Chris Brouillard-Coyle explained. “As local senior’s homes, Iler Lodge and Country Village. As the event continues to grow year-after-year, “Part of the reason we came to Iler Lodge and Country we were honouring those beloved members, the thought bringing additional awareness to the often unrecognized Village is because a number of our members who had been came, what about giving thanks for the people who cared heroes of the community, Brouillard-Coyle said the response from the church and the greater community as a whole is an appreciation at the opportunity to show recognition to those featured groups. “The community loves it, they love being able to honour different people,” Brouillard-Coyle said. “To say ‘thank you’ to people who are doing a wonderful job, and do it.” in the blind taste test. This year’s cook- give them an opportunity to move that forward to continue Crystal Dewar with the Essex Legion took second off featured submissions to engage with the (senior home) residents.” place in the cook-off, and from organizations across County, with Savanah Kungel from Essex Chartwell Rest Home’s patrons eager to try each concoction. entry was chosen for the delectable third place prize. Dewar While the cook-off may and Kungel took home not be the organization’s $50 and $25, respectively, most profitable fundraiser, with Kungel donating her Stack said she has seen the winnings back to Essex event grow tremendously since its inception, bringing Community Services. This year’s event raised chili lovers from across over $1,200 for Essex the county together in the Community Services, which process. Elizabeth Oldridge (left) and Emma Drouillard (right) supports a number of crucial “It’s slowly been offered-up some of their homemade chili. community initiatives in climbing,” Stack said, noting the event began 10 Essex County. The event, however, years ago as a fundraiser is more about creating hosted by the Essex Centre community connections than BIA, featuring a small raising money, according to offering of seven varieties the organization’s Executive of chili. Stack thanked everyone Director, Kelly Stack. supported Essex “This is a really good who Services community networking Community fundraiser,” Stack said. “It through the cook-off. “We’re just happy to doesn’t make us a ton, which be in the community doing is fine. We just find it really brings people together. what we do,” Stack said. That’s why we continue to
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Becky MacLachlan enjoys some tasty chili with granddaughter, Elliotte Marynewich.
by Kyle Reid Sweet and spicy aromas filled the air inside the Shaheen Community Room inside the Essex Centre Sports Complex last Thursday as Essex Community Services hosted its 10th annual Chili Cookoff competition. Volunteers and supporters, representing local businesses and organizations, offered a taste of some of their most
mouth-watering chili recipes to event attendees. In total, 23 varieties of chili were offered as part of the allyou-can-eat chilli festival, with guests casting votes for their favourite flavours. Tony DeRyk from Kennedy Funeral Home won the coveted People’s Choice award, but judges on hand had a different pick for their favourite chili, selecting Terry McDermott for the first place $75 prize
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ROBSON, Tim - Passed away peacefully at the Ouellette Campus on October 24, 2018 at 68 years of age. Beloved husband of Marj with whom he celebrated 40 years of marriage. Son of the late Tom (2017) and Clara Robson (2007). Son-in-law of Marion Damm. Dear father of Tom, Jim (Nicole), and Jessica (Brandon). Treasured grandpa of Connor and Blake. Brother of Marlene (Terry) Coote, the late Ron Robson (2016), and the late Larry David Robson (1949). Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Tim was very involved in Essex Minor Hockey and Essex Minor Baseball; long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 201 – Essex; member of Holy Name of Jesus Parish. The visitation for Tim was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. The mass of Christian burial was held at the Holy Name of Jesus Parish (146 Talbot St. South, Essex). Interment followed at Greenhill Cemetery in Kingsville. Donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. ___________________________________________________
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WELDON, Robert R. “Bob” - 1937-2018 Passed peacefully surrounded by his adored family on Thanksgiving Sunday, October 7, 2018 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved husband and best friend of Helen (nee Rawlins) for 54 years. Loving and caring Father of Melissa Hall and husband Mark. Cherished grandfather of Cale and Chase. Predeceased by his parents George and Iva Weldon, and sister Shirley Colenutt (late Bob). Bob will be missed by his brother George (late Jean) and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bob enjoyed traveling, dirt biking, going to the family cottage in Northern Michigan and family gatherings. Retired from Ford Motor Co. in Browns Town, Michigan after 30 years of service. Following Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A gathering to celebrate Bob’s Life will take place on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519776-4233) from 2-5 pm. If desired, memorial donations made to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Family and friends may share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. _________________________________________________________
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CICHON, Florian “Boe” - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 77 years of age. Florian is survived by his wife Carol. Proud father of his children, Tammy Cichon Schroeter (Steven), Diana Neels (Brian), Crystal Piroski (Gene) and Dwyne Cichon (Jen). Adored Grandpa of Madison, Parker, Tate, Amy, Nicholas, Nevaeh, Boe, Daisy, Chase and Brooke. Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Sophie Cichon and his siblings, Josephine, Jan and Ramona. Survived by his brother Marian. Florian will also be remembered and missed by his nieces, nephews and many friends. Florian retired from GM after more than 30 years of service and then continued working with Fred Martin trucking until 2013. Florian was a member of Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201 Essex. Visiting will be held at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Sunday 2-5 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Florian’s life will be held from the funeral home on Monday, November 5, 2018 at 11 am. Interment to follow at Country Meadows Cemetery, Essex. If desired memorial donations made to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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SHEPLEY, Christine (nee Deobald) - Passed away with her daughters by her side, on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at Iler Lodge in Essex just short of her 99th birthday, which would have been October 28. Predeceased by her loving husband, Harold Shepley (1993). Cherished Mom of Katharine and Marc Gagnon, Susan and Chris Clark, and Darlene and the late Neil Robinson (2016). Lovingly remembered as “Ma” by her grandchildren, Jeff & Lorraine Gagnon, Joey & Jennifer Gagnon, Christina & Jason Hodgson, Tom & Renee Robinson, Amy & Jason Stroud, Rodney Clark, Sarah Clark & John, Adam Clark & Jen. Proud Great-Grandmother of Kaitlyn & Kyle Gagnon, Ariana, Gabrielle & Miranda Gagnon, Hailey & Ben Hodgson, Avery & Kylee Robinson, Brenna Clark, Sophia, Selena & Steven Stroud, Nathan & Logan Clark. Dearest sister of Paulena and predeceased by brothers, Con, Leo, George, John, Bill, Albert & sisters, Elsie, Sophie & Lily. Survived by her in-laws, Shirley Hartley, Carole & Allan Curley, Jackie & Milt Charette. She will also be sadly missed by Doris Hawley and Pearl Huber. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Christine will always be remembered for her devotion to her family and the many baked goods & meals she so enjoyed giving everyone. Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Saturday, October 27, 2018 until time of Celebration of Christine’s life. Interment followed at Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville. If desired, memorial donations made to the Essex or McGregor Food Banks or Community Living Essex County would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. _________________________________________________________
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What’s Going On... NOV. 2 - MONTHLY PASTA DINNER St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St. Paul Street (Behind Essex Appliance) 5pm-6:30pm. 519-776-7711. Entertainment: Steve Morin. NOV. 3 - WOODSLEE UNITED CHURCH BAZAAR 2616 Belle River Rd. Cty. Rd. #27 - Woodslee. 9am - 1:30pm. NOV. 3 & 4 - 9TH ORCHID SHOW & SALE at Colasanti’s, Kingsville, on Sat. 11am5pm & Sun. 10 am-4 pm. FREE entry. www.essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com. NOV. 4 - 24TH ANNUAL JINGLE BELL RUN at Ken Knapp Ford, 390 Talbot St., N. Essex at 10am. Proceeds to Community Living Essex. NOV. 5 - HAITI MISSION PROJECT at A1 Chinese Restaurant – lunch or dinner buffet – cash only. NOV. 10 - VENDORS MARKET St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St. Paul Street (Behind Essex Appliance)10am-2pm. Call: 519-980-4942 for more details. NOV. 11 - ST. JOHN’S WOODSLEE CWL BAZAAR From 11am - 3pm in the Parish Hall, Woodslee.
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Join us for Family Worship on Sundays at 10:30a.m. November 4th is Women’s Ministry Sunday. Following the service we will hold our monthly Potluck Luncheon. Every Tuesday, from 10a.m. - 1p.m., we invite men and women of all ages to attend SA Connections, a free community program that includes lunch, many activities, and a good time of fellowship. At 1p.m., Major Shirley
Roberts continues a most interesting Bible Study on the Book of Revelation. Community Care Ministry will hold their monthly service at Iler Lodge on Wednesday, November 7th at 10:30p.m. Join us as we spend an enjoyable time with the residents there. Don’t forget to hand in your shoeboxes for the Children’s Samaritan’s Purse program on November 11th.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church Thank you to everyone who took part in our Legacy of Heroes Celebration last
Sunday and congratulations to all of the raffle winners! Our next pasta dinner is on Friday, November 2nd, 5pm - 6:30 pm. Takeout available, and entertainment by Steve Morin. The next 8am Traditional Holy Communion Service at St. Paul’s is on Sunday, November 4. Thrive Dinner: Sunday, November 4th at 5pm at Essex United Church. An opportunity for families to gather and enjoy food, fellowship, and conversation about the struggles and challenges of parenting and growing up at this time. Our next market takes place on Saturday, November 10th from 10am til 2pm and is fully booked. Stop by and get a head start on your Christmas Shopping Please visit our website at www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.
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Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Sue Anderson will lead the service, Elaine Mailloux and Deb Deschaine will greet you at the door. The lunch will be served
by Jean Vetor, Fran McKim, and Connie Reeb. The Pastoral Charge Supervisor is Rev. Colin Swan. You can contact him at: 519-687-2167 or the office telephone at: 519-975-2252. Samaritan’s Purse-Operation Christmas Child boxes are now available. The filled boxes need to be returned by November 4. Please see the display in the hall for the boxes and more information. Please remember to say a special prayer for our friends on our Prayer List. CHURCH BAZAAR: Saturday, November 3 from 9 am - 1:30pm. Luncheon from 11am to 1pm. Crafts, baking, and more. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10am. Ring of the Bells: Setting of the Sun. We will Remember Them. On November 11 we will ring the church bells 100 times, at the setting of the sun; approx. 5:14pm. This is to mark the 100 anniversary of the end of World War I. Bells will ring from coast to coast just like they did in 1918.
Essex Community Services COATS FOR KIDS – We need your help! The annual 2018 campaign is
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SENIOR EDUCATION WORKSHOP The Town of Tecumseh Senior Advisory Committee is hosting an education workshop on the topic Living Life Well. Eating Well for One or Two: Join Cindy Dodsworth BASc, CDE, In Store Dietitian at Zehrs Parkway and St. Clair Beach, to explore the tips and tricks of producing healthy meals with more efficiency and less waste. Be prepared to receive new recipe ideas and an opportunity for product tasting! Beyond Dispensing: Join Moji Gbadamosi, Pharmacist at Zehrs St. Clair Beach to learn how the role of your pharmacist has changed over the years. Learn more about the expanded services that are available to you in terms of Medication reviews, compliance packs, Pharmacist prescribing, Vaccination (Shingles, Travel, Pneumonia, Flu), pain medication (medicinal marijuana) as well as effects of hacking cough and much more. Q and A: Bring those questions that you never have time to ask! The workshop details are as follows: Date: Time: Location:
Friday, November 9, 2018 10:00 am Golden Age Club, 12420 Lanoue Street
Admission is free. Tecumseh seniors are invited to join in this informative workshop opportunity.
now on. A network of community agencies across Windsor-Essex County are working together to distribute warm winter coats to children and families in need. We rely on our community to donate gently used, current style coats to this program. Coats can be dropped off at Essex Community Services, 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, Essex. Please phone 519776-4231. Thank you for your support of this program!
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Welcome to Canada to our new refugee family, the Albano’s. Thank you to everyone who purchased items for their new home. You can meet the Albano family on Sunday, November 4th at 1p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. COR for Grades 10 to 12 takes place on November 9-11 at Holy Name of Jesus Church. Registration forms are available at the back of the Church. Our sympathies and prayers go to the Robson family on the passing of Tim and to the Reyner family on the passing of Dick. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, coffee hour to follow! Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible. Please help us support the children at Callebasse Christian School in Haiti by joining us on Monday, Nov. 5 at A1 Chinese Restaurant in Essex (4:30-8pm cash only). Preschool Play Time has started and will continue every Thursday from 9:30am - 12noon. Caregivers & kids 0-4 are invited to drop in. The Iler Lodge Service will be Tuesday, November 6th. Please join us and share your gift of faith with the residents. Volunteers are welcome and appreciated. The UCW Christmas Bazaar is on Saturday, November 17th. More details coming soon! We are looking for the following: Christmas fabric, wire edged ribbon, wood picture frames, small Christmas balls/baubles and red and green buttons. After November 11th, we are accepting donations. Please see Georgeann for more details. You can find us on the web at www. bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284.
To register in advance, please contact Ext. 143 or email chebert@tecumseh.ca, by November 7, 2018.
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REMEMBRANCE DAY HOURS OFFICE HOURS: To observe Remembrance Day, the Tecumseh Town Hall and Arena offices will also be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018. The regular office hours of the Tecumseh Town Hall are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. PARKS & RECREATION: The Tecumseh Arena will be open for regularly scheduled rentals and programs. YARD WASTE COLLECTION: Residential collection services will be unchanged for the week of November 10. All collections will follow regular schedules. Please refer to your 2018 Waste Collection Calendar for more information.
COUNCIL MEETINGS Tecumseh Council meets regularly on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm Council will next meet on Tuesday, November 12 and 27.
Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh).
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Weekly Intercession is on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 9am. Healing Rooms at ACM are open on Saturdays from 9am-12pm; a caring place of prayer, healing, and restoration. Sunday Pre-service Prayer, 8:30 am. Youth and Young Adults Encounter Night is on Friday, November 16th at 7pm. Prayer Night is on November 13th. Awaken Youth meets on Fridays at 7pm. For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed!
Essex United Church On Sunday, November 4th, at the 10:30am service, we will remember all of those we lost during the last year. For the month of November, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank. The Sunday, November 11, 10 am service is with the Royal Canadian
Legion. Please note change of time. Coming very soon! ESSEX DISTRICT CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW 2018, Saturday, Dec. 1 - 10am – 4pm and Sunday, Dec. 2 - 11:30 am – 4:00 pm. Lunch will be available both days. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping.
Essex Christian Reformed Church
We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00am with Pastor Jim Poelman from Sarnia, ON. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. Come Sing with Us – An Afternoon of Music and Fellowship on Sunday, November 4 at 3pm. Join us for a time of music and fellowship with refreshments served after the service. A freewill offering will be taken in support of the Essex Area Food Bank. GEMS and Cadets meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 - 8. We participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend. Visit us online for service times and directions, or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
Trinity Church
We are asked to keep in our prayers Cam, Christina, Percy, Dan, Sandy Berry, June, Rob, Sheila, and Michael. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Barb DeLisle, given by Pat & Sharon Kistulinec and family. Thank You Bank donations this
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Continued from Page 15 month will go to the Essex Food Bank. Remember we only have about five weeks left to fill our Toy Box for Christmas. Lets try to fill this box for area kids for Christmas to be distributed by the Goodfellows in our area. The Trinity Pie Ladies are taking orders for the December 8 pick up date. To order your meat or cherry pies in time for the Holidays, leave a message at the Church office: 519-776-7711 or you can leave a message for Brenda Layson at: 519-839-5184. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!
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Life Teen meets on Sunday, November 4, 7 - 10 PM. EDGE meets on Wednesday, November 7, 7 - 8:30PM. Quest - Grades 3 to 5 meet on November 14 from 6:30 - 7:45pm. Thank you to everyone who supported the CWL Turkey Bazaar by attending it or working it. On November 11, the Essex Legion will hold a silent vigil prior to the Cenotaph ceremonies. If you are interested in spending 1/2-1 hour please call the Legion at 7768247. COR takes place November 9 - 11 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, open to all students in grades 10 - 12. Registration forms are at all of the doors. A Meet & Greet welcome for the new family, The Albano’s, is on Sunday, November
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CREATE WITH AIR DRY CLAY - Part 1 & 2 - Part 1: Create your air dry creation on Saturday, November 17 from 11am - 2pm. All ages. Register online or at the library. Part 2: Drop into the branch on Saturday, November 24 between 11am and 2pm to paint your creation.
Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of October 22nd - 26th. Monday Euchre: Charlie Chevalier, Wayne Rawson, Mike Renaud, Joanne McMurren, Edna Chevalier, and Audrey Stanley. Wednesday Pepper: Veronica Granger, Aggie Rivait. Audrey Stanley, Cecile Malenfant, David Sylvester, and Howard Armstrong. Friday night Euchre: Ernie Lariviere, Mike Renaud, Irene Gignac, Jean Matalik, and Mary Demars. For Club information, call Claire at 519-723-4694.
Essex County Library - Essex BRANCH PINTEREST 101 Event Details: Join us at the Essex Library for an introductory workshop to learn about Pinterest. Pins are ideas that help you get creative or try something new, whether you’re planning a camping trip or collecting home improvement hacks. Monday, November 5 from 5:00-8:00 pm. Ages: Adults. Register online or at the library. GOLDEN GIRLS TRIVIA NIGHT - A fun night of Golden Girls trivia & light refreshments (Mmmm...cheesecake!) Thursday, November 22 at 6:30 pm. Ages 18+. Register online or at the library. Please register your team of 2-4 members together at one time.
Essex Retirees’ Social Club Evelyn Vivier had high score at Saturday Euchre. Diana Dennis claimed second place and Dorothy Fields came in third. Nelson St. Denis had high score at Monday night Pepper. Wayne Rawson had the most peppers and Janece McLaughlin had low score. Roger Monchamp had the most peppers at Wednesday night Pepper. George Diesbourg had high score and Anna Dobson had the low score. Thursday night Pepper winners were Pauline Olafson and Margaret Crawley. Winners of our Halloween Costume party were: Estelle Spoors with first place, as a pirate, Rubie-Roze as a good witch came in second, and Sharon Teskey as our elf, came in third place. Congratulations to all! We had some great costumes this year. Essex County Library - McGregor BRANCH MINUTE TO WIN IT! It’s a series of 60 second challenges. You have to be quick, efficient and agile. Do you have what it takes? Find out Thursday, November 8 at 3:45 pm. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library.
Golden Years Golf Report On Thursday, October 25, Mary Anne Vickery delivered a strong performance of 14 or 9 holes, 34 over 18 and 76 over 36 holes as well as recording 4 aces over 7 consecutive holes. But, leading the ace parade was Vicky Harris, with 5. Top scores, of 16 over 9 holes, were delivered by Andy Orsini and Murray Cascadden. A score of 36, over 18 holes, was realized by Al Rutter and Bob Martin. Over 36 holes, it was Bob Martin and Al Rutter with top scores of 74 each. A team score of 244 put Team 2 (Dorothy Cascadden, Bob McWilliam, Moe Scratch) and Team 10 (Jack Gisi, Steve Vigh, Cathy Dewhurst) in a tie for first place. Second place went to Team Jacks (Andy Orsini, Ron Fick, Lloyd Honey). Third place was shared by Team 4 (Gail Johnston, Dolores Near, Bob Martin) and Team Queens (Mary Anne Vickery, Julia Kos, Gerrit Vriesen). Play resumes next Thursday, 9:30 am, at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
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Pete’s 1951 Plymouth street rod
Pete with his ’51 Plymouth at the Point Pelee Car Show on September 8.
Pete VanVrouwerff of Harrow, Ontario, owns a gleaming red 1951 Plymouth street rod with a 350 Chev V8 and 4-speed transmission. The entire drive train is from a 1977 Camaro. The car was rebuilt by Richard Laplante of Kingsville, whose 1940 Chrysler convertible was recently featured in this column. Born in 1947, Pete remembers riding in the family’s 1937 Ford in Windsor. He took his driver’s test with a Morris Oxford with 4-speed column-shift. His first car was a black 1947 Buick with torpedo body for $100 before Pete had his license. His dad said no and the car was gone. The first car in Pete’s name was a ’37 Chev sedan. He owned it for five years with lots of other cars at the same time. He rebuilt the six cylinder Chev engine with new pistons and added dual carbs and very noisy glasspak mufflers. He also bought a ’29 Whippet coupe and ’31 Whippet 2-door sedan from Hugh Scratch, who lived near the Windsor Airport. When one of the Whippets was idling, a rod went through the block and two fellows from Remington Park bought it to make a hot rod. Because he had a paper route, Pete was able to contribute $20 toward the $35 price of a Model A Ford in Tecumseh with his brother, George. They got it running after replacing the metal and fiber timing gears. Around 1965, Pete met his wife and bought a 1954 Meteor Skyliner with the glass roof (one year only for Meteor). It’s still in pieces and Pete still owns it. In later years, he owned a ’53 Chev 4-door sedan with a Chev V8 and 4-speed. He drove this car on seven Power Tours in the U.S. and met a lot of fellow hot rodders. Today, he belongs to the Ford and Mercury Restorers Club, the USMA (United Street Machines Association) begun by some Vietnam veterans, the Walter P. Chrysler Club, and the Historic Vehicle Society of Ontario (HVSO) which operates the Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village. It would take a book to describe all the old cars and trucks that Pete has owned. I wonder what he’ll buy next! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca.
by Sylene Argent The 160 athletes involved with the Miracle League of Amherstburg wrapped up another successful season of baseball with a luncheon at the McGregor Knights of Columbus Hall. The athletes involved with the Miracle League get to play eight weeks of baseball in the spring and again in the fall at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg, where there is an accessible, rubberized area for play. The program will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year. Michele Vigneux, who is a Board Member for the Miracle League, explained the program is designed to offer baseball to children and adults who have intellectual or physical disabilities. “We are growing by numbers every year,” she said of the program’s rising popularity. During the luncheon, each of the players received baseball cards, featuring pictures of themselves, that they were able to hand out to friends and family members.
“We are very fortunate at the Miracle League,” Vigneux said of its sponsors. She was proud to announce the McGregor Nights of Columbus and Squire clubs each donated $1,500 to the Miracle League, for a total donation of $3,000. “I can’t tell you how
much your support means,” she said. The Wellness band then performed, providing the event attendees a chance to dance and enjoy live music. For more information about this organization, log onto amherstburgmiracle. com.
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Photo by Laurie Beaten: Matt Zelko evades pressure and skates the puck up ice. Zelko had 4 points this week, including 3 assists against Petrolia.
by Garrett Fodor Coming off the heels of its loss at home against Mooretown on October 21, the Essex 73’s had a quick turnover this week, playing three games. The local team would receive a boost in the way of a couple players returning and debuting to the lineup. On Tuesday night, against Blenheim, Jack Sanko returned to the lineup, having missed the start of the season due to injury. The energy player
would be needed, as Essex would be without key contributors William Stadder and Dawson Winchester. The game began quick for Essex. Three minutes in, Bryce O’Brien struck with the man advantage. Then closing out the frame, Josh Pope-Ferguson doubled his team’s lead. Blenheim’s Keir Cumming would beat Jax D’hondt to draw within one, but in the third period, the 73’s special teams were
too much. Bryce Ryan would score with the man-advantage and PopeFerguson added a shorthanded tally to prevail, 4-1. On Thursday, the 73’s were on the road so they could face the Petrolia Flyers. Making his debut for Essex was Brock Grandbois, who came over after playing USPHL. The 6’0 and 175 lbs winger would make his physical presence felt early and throughout the game. Opening the game, Sanko scored his first of the year, as Pope-Ferguson drew all four Flyers skaters to him, leaving Sanko open. The teams skated to a scoreless second period, before Essex stormed out of the intermission looking to put the game away. Michael Vieira scored his 10th goal of the season, just 32 seconds into the third stanza. The Flyers would respond short-handed with six minutes remaining. But O’Brien halted any chance of a comeback with the man-advantage, just over a minute later. And, to close out the frame, Tyler Beneteau scored again with the man-advantage to cushion Essex’s lead, as they prevailed, 4-1. Closing out the week,
the 73’s traveled to Amherstburg to face the Admirals. The two teams have a history of fierce and physical play, and Sunday’s contest was no different. The teams exchanged chances and blows throughout the opening period. It would not be until the final three minutes of the first period until the Admirals opened the scoring. After being outshot 13-8 in the first, Essex came and set the tempo early in the second as it scored two goals in the opening seven minutes from Bryce Ryan and Matt Zelko. But, closing out the frame, Amherstburg made Essex pay for its undisciplined play as Austin Jennings blasted a shot by D’Hondt, which set the stage for an exciting third period. In the third period, D’hondt would be beaten 8:32 in, causing excitement to stir from within the Admirals’ fans. In the closing minutes, however, that excitement was taken out of their fans when Pope-Ferguson capitalized on an opportunity after an Admirals’ defender collided with goalie, Ben Larder. This sent the game into overtime. In overtime,
Amherstburg killed off a penalty and used its speed to its advantage. After blocking a shot, Michael Hatch was hauled down on a breakaway for a penalty shot. Hatch made no mistake, freezing D’Hondt with his speed.
The Admirals topped the 73’s, 4-3. The OT loss now gives Essex a record of 10-2-0-3, which is good enough for second place in the Stobbs Division standings, behind Dresden.
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Lovely brick & vinyl home in a desirable neighbourhood near schools & amenities. Bi-level design featuring a living room, dining room, kitchen, 4 pc bath & 3 bedrooms on the main level. Walk out from the kitchen to a large rear deck with a huge fenced yard. The lower level is fully finished with family room, 2 pc bath, additional bedroom, laundry and utility room. Newer shingles, furnace, a/c and hot water tank. Call Rhonda Saad for a tour of the property. Sales Representative Direct:t 519.919.1212 Di D 5199 919 1212 Office: 519.326.9007 Email: rsaad@royallepage.ca Website: www.rhondasaad.ca
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