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Vol. 136

Issue No. 46

Thursday, November 17, 2016

A LOOK INSIDE WEareABLE connects with local employers PAGE 3 _______________ Historical Society hosts tour of memorials PAGE 5 _______________ EDHS students embrace Rotary Interact Club PAGE 10 _______________ Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel raises awareness for CLEC PAGE 12 _______________

Essex remembers those who sacrificed

73’s respond to Jr. Kings PAGE 23 _______________ Red Raiders head to football finals PAGE 24 _______________

Essex MP Tracey Ramsey leads veterans and Legion members to the cenotaph.

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by Fred Groves There were strong words and an even stronger message on Friday afternoon. Remembrance Day 2016 has come and gone, but the sacrifice thousands of men and women have made for their country will always be remembered. “Never was so much owed by so many to so few,” is what British Prime Minister Winston Churchill said, and those words are etched in stone at the Spitfire Memorial Wall in Essex.

For those who attended this year’s ceremony at the cenotaph in Essex or gathered in Harrow, words are one thing and actions are another. During the Essex Centre Remembrance Day ceremony, 92-yearold navy veteran Tom Robson stood proudly with Afghanistan veteran Corporal Joe McLeod. Together, they walked up to the 20-foot granite monument, looked up, and remembered, after having laid wreaths in hour of fallen comrades and those

who served. “I do it for the buddies I lost. They relieved me on December 1, 1942 and ten minutes later he was gone,” Robson said of one of his friends. Robson is one of 30 WWII veterans who are members of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). At the cenotaph Friday morning, on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, which is when the armistice of WWI

WWII veteran Tom Robson, left; and Afghanistan veteran Joe McLeod salute at the cenotpah.

happened, some school aged children held up ‘Thank You’ signs while

others delivered personal cards to veterans.

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by Sylene Argent On Tuesday, November 8, representatives of WEareABLE hosted an information seminar at the constituency offices of Essex MPP Taras Natyshak and MP Tracey Ramsey. Kevin McShan, a Program Development Facilitator at WEareABLE, explained the event was a way this organization’s representatives could reach out to local employers and educate them on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. Representatives of WEareABLE have hosted similar educational events throughout the region recently. McShan said he was pleased with the Essex turnout as around 25 individuals attended the event. He added that it was one of the best attended seminars to date. “We were happy with the turnout. It was one of the most successful events. We have done around 15 and we are starting to make an impressive dent,” he commented. “There were a lot of good questions, it was a good event.” WEareABLE, he explained, was established last February on an 11-month grant. The pilot project was created to help individuals with disabilities find employment. It is operated from an office located at Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario and is funded through the Trillium Foundation, he noted. McShan explained that some of the benefits of hiring an individual with a disability includes loyalty, decreased absenteeism, higher morale in the work place, and the

creation of diversity. The event offered local employers free, 40-minute sessions to educate businesses and managers on hiring individuals with disabilities. Natyshak said “It was a cool event.” He said he, and local businesses representatives, learned a lot through the seminar. A striking figure he learned is that there are around 90 people locally with a disability on lists with various agencies waiting for employment. He said that number can easily be eliminated. Hiring an individual with a disability, he learned, can create a positive reflection with customers when they see a business supporting an individual with a disability in earning a living. During the event, Natyshak said, employers learned there are agencies out there that will match someone to their workplace. Once the match is made, the retention rate is huge, he added. Partnerships like that benefit both parties, he said. Natyshak urges any employer who was unable to make the seminar to contact WEareABLE and have its reps host a seminar at their workplace so they can learn about the benefits of hiring an individual with a disability. “They did a great job at presenting the information,” Natyshak said of McShan and his coworkers. Log onto weareablewindsor.com for more information about this organization and its endeavors.

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Getting involved with community projects It can be difficult to solicit input to support a community project, but fortunately we have a very supportive community. I hear that time and time again from Essex residents, and from individuals of surrounding municipalities who witness, and can appreciate, the partnerships we have here. A couple perfect examples of how the community has come together recently include how the Essex Memorial Spitfire came to be and the success of the ACT Committee’s Essex Summer Music Series. Both of those endeavours needed committees to spear head the projects, and for the community to support them in their own unique ways. Currently, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, located on Puce Road-just minutes from Essex Centre, is currently looking for public support for a unique program. The members of its Board of Directors have a will to move the old St. Pierre log cabin from its current location to the Museum site. The cost to transfer

the old cabin is high, but so far the Museum has raised a fair amount in pledges. It is desired to move the historical cabin to the Museum site to use it as a tool to teach local history, and even an outlet for a bilingual educational component. Pledge cards, for those who would like to support the program, are available at the Museum, at the Lakeshore Community Centre, and through the St. Pierre Log Cabin Facebook page. I love projects that highlight our local history. I love learning about how things used to be. It is funny when we really do realize the more things change, the more they stay the same. A group of high school students are working at organizing a pasta dinner on the evening of November 21 at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). What is really neat is that through the new Rotary Interact Club, the students are taking on a leadership

role to raise funds and awareness for the Red Raider sister school in Maforeka. They will also support the Essex Area Food Bank. What a great initiative that will teach and inspire local youth to get involved when they feel passionate about a cause. It is also spreading awareness about these two important causes, reminding the rest of the community members of the importance of taking care of those in need, whether they are neighbours or live half way around the world. Whatever our interests may be, there is likely a related cause out there that is in need of support. Giving, whether of time or money, always makes us feel good, especially when we know our small contributions make someone else’s world a better place.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Rusty street poles Is Essex Centre only about two blocks long? I asked because it appears that it is where the attractive street lamp poles are. Why are those poles beyond the black ones left in their rusty state? They make quite an eyesore. They bring to mind the time when each one was painted a different colour and the street got the appellation of “Rainbow Road.” Most of us didn’t like that, but they did have a more attractive appearance than those terrible rusted ones we have now. Sometimes I wonder if Council members ever drive through our town from the Windsor end and on toward Leamington. And if so, do they give all of it the critical eye? The beautiful flower baskets are there for the summer, but they don’t hide the neglected poles or that gaping space where the store was torn down. It is great to see that one old store is getting a face lift, but it is a sad sight to see so many that are empty. Does anyone remember when a merchant had difficulty finding a store to rent?

It is interesting to peruse an Essex shopping directory of ten years ago and note the change in business. I still remember what was here when I first shopped in the town, such as one store so dim I could scarcely see the pattern of the merchandise, and another which had two rotting steps as the entrance. There was a reason for neglect then. The contents of town coffers were slim because of the unwise investment in the street railway. Edwin Beaman remedied that problem and most have forgotten him. What does that have to do with rusty street poles? It gave me reason to ramble!

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Historical Society hosts tour of memorials Last Thursday night, a few hours before the official Remembrance Day ceremonies, the Sandwich South Historical Society hosted a tour of three very significant sites. The tour, a historical look back over 100 years, began at the cenotaph next to the United Church, was followed by a visit

by Fred Groves One day a year, citizens of Canada stop and say ‘thank you’ to the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Residents of Essex Centre have gone above and beyond in remembrance with two extraordinary memorials.

Essex remembers... The notion of making November 11 a national holiday has been bantered around, but Robson said that is not a good idea because people would not come to the cenotaph. “I don’t think it should be a holiday. Leave it the way it is,” he said. Prior to the two minutes of silence and the traditional firing of the rifles, a special ceremony as held inside Essex United Church. Essex Salvation Army’s Major Sam Roberts said he was born at the end of WWII and he and his family remembered some of the things his father experienced. “We gather this morning to say ‘thank you’ to those who stood in the trenches so we can do this in this sanctuary,” Major Roberts said. He thanked the veterans in attendance and noted that there is a reason we have relative peace in our country. “That is because of the sacrifice of so many young men and women.”

at the Spitfire Memorial Wall, and ended at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). Dan Gray, President of Branch 201, explained that the centre piece of the cenotaph, a 20-foot high granite monument, was erected on May 24, 1926. It pays honour to the 142

local soldiers who served in WWI and pays tribute to the 28 who made the supreme sacrifice. Gray designed the wall that is dedicated to those who have fought for their country. It is made of granite and was erected in 2012. “This is to enhance what is here not to distract

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After the large crowd at the cenotaph sang O’Canada, and the wreaths were set at the foot of the monument, Legion President Dan Gray said that Remembrance Day is more than just a debt to Canada’s fallen heroes. “Former Senator and retired Lieutenant-General Dallaire said it best when he stated, ‘I don’t think there was a better invention ever thought of in regards to providing veterans and those who came back from living the traumas and stresses and the strains of battle, and seeing horror of war, than the institution called the Royal Canadian Legion.’” Gray added that while the number of those who died is easy to count, the same can not be said for the number of veterans who returned broken either mentally, physically, or both.

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OPP Street Crime Unit arrest two after thefts in Essex submitted to EFP On November 5, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Street Crime Unit (SCU) arrested two persons in a stolen vehicle resulting in dozens of charges being laid following a short lived crime spree in Essex County. In the early morning hours of November 5, 2016, a Ford Focus was stolen from a Morton Avenue residence, in Essex, Ontario. Also in the Town of Essex, several other vehicles were entered resulting in the theft of credit cards and other valuables. Through investigation, two suspects were identified and located in the stolen vehicle in the Town of Amherstburg within a few hours of these crimes taking place. A 27-year old male of Amherstburg, has been charged with Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Under $5000 X 7, Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Over $5000, Break And Enter A Dwelling House, Theft From Motor Vehicle Under $5000 X 6, Theft Of Motor Vehicle, Unlawful Use of Credit Card X 2 A 28-year old female of Windsor has been charged with Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Under $5000 X 5, Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Over $5000 X 1, Break And Enter, Theft From Motor Vehicle

Under $5000 X 5, Theft Of Motor Vehicle, Unlawful Use of Credit Card X2. Provincial Constable Jim Root said the OPP has a “Lock it or Lose it” program. He noted that in some cases residents get complacent and forget to lock their vehicle

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doors. To matters worse, valuable, such as purses or phones, can be left in the car. He reminds individuals to lock their vehicle doors and leave valuables in the homes. He noted leaving vehicle doors unlocked make it easy for someone to remove items from a vehicle. He added that most individuals looking to remove items from a vehicle are more unlikely to break a window to do so.

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military to use the logos that are carved with care into the wall. Gray said that one general contacted him personally. The $200,000 monument was not accomplished without a few glitches along the way, including hitting a well. “The authorities had to be called in to make sure it was not an old burial ground,” Gray said. Battles such as Passchedaele, Vimy Ridge, and Ypres are all

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of hundreds of men and women who served in the air force. The replica Spitfire plane is a tribute to Essex’s WWII pilot Jerry Billing and members of his family. Members of the Spitfire committee were on hand during this tour to talk about their contributions to a park which is becoming a showplace for the town. “There are some companies that threw themselves into this project,” Michael Beale of the committee said. The tour concluded at the Legion where Corporal Joe McLeod of Maidstone talked about his tour in Afghanistan.

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Lakeshore celebrates Noelle Montcalm submitted to EFP The Town of Lakeshore recognized the accomplishments of 2016 Olympian Noelle Montcalm at its Council Meeting on November 8. Montcalm made her Olympic debut at Rio 2016 where she competed individually in the 400m hurdles and helped Canada to a fourth place finish in the 4X400m relay. In 2013, Noelle won two silver medals at the Jeux de la Francophone in the 400m

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ERCA Improves Habitat Restoration Program - Full Service Program to be offered submitted to EFP Landowners wishing to undertake tree planting and other habitat creation programs on their properties will have it a little easier, thanks to an enhanced program offered by the Essex Region Conservation Authority. Earlier this year, ERCA engaged a consultant to help understand what motivated rural non-agricultural landowners to participation in restoration programs, what some of the barriers are, and what solutions could be investigated. “One of the barriers identified was that some landowners had limited access to farm equipment and commercial mowing equipment to prepare and maintain planting sites,” explained Kevin Money, Director of Conservation Services. To overcome this barrier, administration is proposing a new “full service” option for landowners interested in

restoration, but not wanting to deal with site preparation and long term maintenance. “This new turn-key operation will hopefully result in more landowners wanting to participate in tree planting and other habitat creation projects by reducing the site preparation and maintenance requirements,” Money added. “These projects help to contribute to a future of sustainability for us all.” This new option will be available for the 2017 planting season, and based on cost recovery. Landowners interested in learning more should contact ERCA. Staff is currently working with landowners to create habitat such as hardwood forests, wind breaks, and prairie meadows. Up to 90% of these costs can be subsidized through grants if landowners are interested. The best time to contact staff to undertake a spring project is right now, so it can be properly planned to ensure success. If

Cold etiquette by Jessica Azar Well it arrived - the first official virus of the season. And, like many, I am at work. Most likely passing my cold around… and I’ve never been great with sharing. When I get sick, I become miserable and I just want to be left alone. Pyjamas, Vaporub, and sleep. I don’t like to be

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you are interested in creating a minimum of one acre of habitat on your property, you may be eligible. For more information, visit http://erca.org/programs-services/ landowner-grants. For more than four decades, Essex Region Conservation has been sustaining and enriching the environment of the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region to ensure it is the Place for Life.

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Seminar provides suggestions on how to get rid of plantar fasciitis

Muscle activation technique specialist, Mitch Moore, has suﬀered from plantar fasciitis before. He hosted a seminar about this at the Beachwalk Family Fitness Centre on the evening of Monday, November 7. Through the series of seminars, Moore is explaining what helped him in his past and is trying to help others get rid of their plantar fasciitis.

by Shelbey Hernandez Through a series of seminars, a muscle activation technique specialist, Mitch Moore, is providing suggestions to the public on how to get rid of their plantar fasciitis. The muscle activation technique specialist works for the Beachwalk Family Fitness centres located in Belle River, LaSalle, and Essex. He is one of the very few people who hold that job title in the area. The only other person is in Birmingham, Mich., an hour away. He knows this because like many others, he suffered from plantar fasciitis. Eight years ago, he was a 19-year-old runner, who suddenly couldn’t run anymore because the bottom of his feet hurt too badly. “I wasn’t able to run and it was hard in so many different ways. It was emotionally difficult, physically frustrating, and it was one of those things I just didn’t want to have to deal with again,” Moore said. “So I had seen a muscle activation specialist in Birmingham,

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Michigan and I saw her for three sessions and my plantar fasciitis was completely gone.” With the success of his treatment, Moore decided he wanted to bring that specialized treatment back home and made that his career. Moore wanted to be able to show people plantar fasciitis isn’t permanent. He’s already hosted one seminar based on this topic which was done at the LaSalle location. This time, he did it at the Essex location where around a dozen people were present. According to Moore, just about anyone can be afflicted with plantar fasciitis. Children and teenagers are less likely to experience it, but it is still possible for even youth to have this problem. After all, plantar fasciitis is simply stress on the muscles and everyone does that. It doesn’t even have to be stress caused by working out, the stress can be just from standing up too long. “If you’re standing up, your muscles have to support you but you don’t necessarily have to consciously think to stand up and you don’t have to consciously think of using each of your muscles, your body just does it,” Moore said. “However, at the same time, that standing motion or anything, walking or running, it’s still stress on the body and stress to the muscles. So, over time, these muscles will become inactive because they’ve been stressed out too much and have gone beyond their breaking point.” Moore said once certain muscles become inactive, they become too weak to function. Then, the burden of holding up your weight is left to whatever muscles are

left. Eventually, you run out of strong muscles to support you and then the pain begins and plantar fasciitis forms. Although Moore makes his money off of sessions where he personally works on people’s muscles, these seminars he held were free. Not only did he shed light on plantar fasciitis, he also gave people exercises to do at home. These exercises, Moore said, require time and patience on the part of the user. They were simple exercises and Moore stressed the importance of not pushing through pain and not compensating either. Since these exercises came in the form of a rather large booklet and required pictures and video demonstrations, Moore suggests those who couldn’t make it to his other two sessions attend the last one on November 23 at 7:15 pm at the Beachwalk Belle River location. Moore said that he plans to host seminars on different topics. Although the seminars are free to attend, it is preferred if those interested called ahead.

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EDHS students embrace Rotary Interact Club

Pictured are many members of the new Rotary Interact Club. There are around 30 members of this new club at Essex District High School that is committed to supporting a global and local cause.

by Sylene Argent Members of the newly formed Rotary Interact Club met for their first official meeting during their lunch hour at Essex District High School last Thursday afternoon. The participating high school students all volunteered to take part in this new initiative where they will help to fundraise for EDHS’s sister school in Maforeka. They will also support the Essex Area Food Bank, now located adjacent to the high school in the former Sun Parlour Junior Public School facility. Former EDHS teacher John Garinger is supervising this club, and is proud so many students stepped up to

show their support for the club’s global and local causes. He explained to the students how EDHS and the Essex community built the sister school in Maforeka. The high school raised money in four months in 2010, with the support of its feeder schools and the community, to build the school in Maforeka. He also explained how the school’s teachers were able to keep their village safe during the last year’s Ebola outbreak. “We did not lose one student,” Garinger said. Having inspired the students with the success story of the sister school, the club members talked about their

upcoming fundraiser for the Maforeka school. The 6th annual pasta dinner will take place at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) from 5-7 p.m. on November 21. Area residents are urged to support the cause. Patrons will be able to purchase their tickets in advance or can simply buy their tickets at the door. Even though the Maforeka-based school has been built through the generosity of the Essex community, there is still an annual commitment of supporting things like school supplies. Having around 30 members of the Rotary Interact Club, “Is just fantastic,” Garinger said. “Even though we are a fledging club, word is getting out.” Over the weekend, Rotary Interact Vice President Kaitlyn McCarthy attended the Rotary International Conference and Youth Awards, hosted in Michigan. EDHS staff chose McCarthy to speak about the Rotary Interact Club with the other students at the conference to endorse the idea with hopes other similar clubs will be started up at other high schools. “I’m beyond excited to be helping,” McCarthy said of getting involved with EDHS’s Rotary Interact Club. She learned about the program through a friend, as she soon found herself not only a member, but on the executive. After the Maforeka school pasta dinner fundraiser, the students will concentrate on ways they can support the Essex Area Food Bank. The group members will also take part in the upcoming Essex Centre Santa Claus Parade, to take place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, to make their presence in the community known. To keep up to date with happenings of the EDHS sister school, visit https://www.facebook.com/MaforekaThe-School-That-Essex-Built-958830804150008/.

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Lonnie Boose inducted into Musician Recognition Awards program by Sylene Argent Many local music lovers who have pursued an interest in learning to play the guitar, drums, or bass in their youth may very well have taken lessons from local musician, and Essex resident, Lonnie Boose. Because of the dedication Boose has put into teaching local youth how to play their preferred instruments, and in donating his talent at many local fundraisers over the years, he was recently appointed into the Windsor-Essex County Musician Recognition Awards program; a hall of fame initiative. Boose’s photo now hangs with 76 other honourees on the Hall of Fame wall, which nears the administration area at Devonshire Mall. Boose was one of ten individuals inducted this year. Program organizer Ken Koekstat, who also plays with the band Brand X, explained this recognition program was developed around eight years ago to celebrate local musicians who have contributed a lot to their communities. He said he has had help from local musicians Michael Herdford and Angelo Alfini in hosting

the recognition program. Koekstat said in the past, when a musician had passed away, a wake would be held in their honour at a bar. Musicians would get together to perform in their honour. When a close friend of his passed away in his early 50s, Koekstat decided outstanding musicians, and those who work behind the scenes, should be recognized while they are still alive for their contributions to not only the music scene, but to their communities. That thought gave birth to the current program. Koekstat has always had a place in his heart for fundraising. He recalled the first fundraiser he got involved with took place when he was 18-years-old for Special Olympics. It poured rain, but was an uplifting experience, he noted. Music has always been a part of Boose’s life. He was first introduced to this form of artistry as a small child when he mother used to play the piano. “I have always felt music was a healer, a universal language,” he said. After growing out of his adolescence, he realized he wanted to

use his talent, “For more important things, to help people to forget their troubles.” He takes pride in being able to play as his listening audience joins in on the dance floor. He is even more proud to be able to donate his talent to raise funds for important causes. Over his career, he has offered his talent to help raise funds for worthy causes or for those in need. He has also taken on organizational roles to host fundraisers as well. Getting people to donate at those gigs was typically easy to do. Boose said the band members would kick off the donations by each throwing in some cash into the donation jar. He noted he is a part of a group of up to 20 local musicians who are very involved with fundraisers all the time. “Most importantly, it is all about the community,” he said. Boose has also enjoyed teaching youth to play their instruments. “I started teaching as soon as I could call myself a professional,” he said. “I’m most proud being a part of my students’ careers who have done well and careers have taken off.”

He enjoys inspiring youth to want to learn to play, whether that was through playing live music or through teaching. Helping to inspired youth to want to learn music has always been rewarding to Boose. “I want to inspire youth to play live music and keep that going,” he commented. Though he has moved away from teaching, he still plays every weekend, most often with his current band Smokin’ Purple Monkey Gang. “I have probably logged as much stage time as anyone,” he said. “When I was really hot, I’d play six nights a week.” With his band, Boose will play at an upcoming fundraiser for Toys for Tots for the Unemployment Help Centre in early December.

“I’m very humbled and grateful to have a talent to give away,” he commented. To keep up to date with news and upcoming gigs, look up Smokin’ Purple Monkey Gang on Facebook. The event in which

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Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel raises awareness for CLEC

by Sylene Argent Those sleigh bells were clinging and clanging

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Ken Knapp Ford’s 22nd annual Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel. The fundraiser for Community Living Essex County has taken place in Essex Centre for over two decades. Many individuals look to it as the kick off to the holiday season. In fact, many of the participants drag out their festive wear and Santa hats to wear while heading down the race route, which began at the local Ford dealership and headed towards Essex

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Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel... Essex Town Council Notes for November 7 - Continued Continued from Page 12

by Sylene Argent Essex Fire & Rescue to add vehicle to fleet Council received Essex Fire & Rescue’s report, “Results of Request for ProposalSupply and Delivery of New Custom Pumper/ Rescue Fire Truck,” approved an additional $134,900 in long-term debt financing, and awarded the Request for Proposal to Fort Garry Fire Trucks. The report to Council notes that the 1992 Spartan/Phoenix Engine at Station #1 has surpassed its life expectancy as a reliable unit for Fire & Rescue Services. During the meeting, Fire Chief Rick Arnel explained the extra cost is due to the exchange rate. The truck was in the 2016 budget for around $360,000. He explained

the current truck needs to be replaced for insurance purposes, or rates could be raised. As the age of the current truck is older, it is unknown how bad the wear and tear is. Electrical Vehicle Charges Ontario Grant Essex Council received and supported the report regarding the update Electrical Vehicle Charges Ontario Grant. Council also supported the request for additional funding of around $13,300 from the Green Fund Reserve to complete the project of two level three electrical vehicle charging stations at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Councillor Sherry Bondy asked why the charge station that was supposed to be added to Colchester could not instead be put in Harrow

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Centre. It could not be added to Colchester because of infrastructure requirements, Director of Community Services Doug Sweet said. Admin will look to see if it could be added to Harrow instead. Through this grant, the town received around $253,000 to install the stations. The report notes that the town was given the option to, since the one station could not be installed in Colchester, to move up to 20 percent of funding to the Essex Centre project, leaving the around $13,300 balance. Procedure of leaving a meeting Councillor Larry Snively suggested that if Council members have to leave during a meeting that they announce their departure to excuse themselves instead of just getting up and leaving. He would like to see this out of respect for other individuals at the meeting. He said every Council member has had to leave a meeting at some point.

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neighbours, Community Living Essex County. CLEC’s Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development, Tony DeSantis, was pleased to announce this year’s Jingle Bell Run attracted around 300 participants, of which 217 preregistered. This year’s participation was down a bit from previous years, but DeSantis said it was still well attended. Last year’s event attracted over 400 participants and raised $13,000 for Community Living Essex County. What is neat about the event is that it not only raises CLEC’s profile within the community and provides information about the programs and services it offers its clients, but also allows those who are participating in the event to jog or walk sideby-side with individuals that CLEC supports. The event also helps bring hundreds of individuals to Essex

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Essex Minor Baseball Association receives donation back and for others to give back if they can afford to give back.” Burnand could have given back to the town in many ways, but sports are a big part of his family’s life. His four-year-old son plays hockey and baseball. “My kids love playing sports and I thought this money could go towards new equipment and new bags for the kids,” Burnand said. “Plus, sports encourages kids to get out and interact with other kids instead of playing with their tablets.” Last year, Burnand noticed some of the helmets for baseball were missing chin straps, which is something Dr. Todd Wilbee with the EMBA confirmed. The money will go towards helmets, along with catchers’ equipment, such as shin guards, masks, and even a few catchers’ mitts. “It’s a big addition to our equipment supply,” Wilbee said. “We have a lot of equipment that

needs to be updated and so this money will come in handy and provide a lot of use.” Also during the AGM, Doug Sweet, Director of Community Services for the Town of Essex, presented the plans for the future sports field. For some time now, the EMBA has made requests to Council to create a new recreational facility. That plan is finally in the works. Sweet said the town has purchased a 70-acre property located at Hwy. # 3 and North Malden. It will be used to create the new sports field. A consultant has been hired, and reps from the Town of Essex have already put forth items they wish to include with the facility, such as trails, bathroom and storage facilities, playground equipment, concessions, lighted fields, parking areas, and a direct link to the ERCA trail. With these ideas put forth to the consultant,

Sweet said sports groups like EMBA, Essex Ravens Soccer Club, and the Essex County Soccer Association will now be given a chance to come up with their own wish lists. Sweet said these clubs will have to decide within the next few weeks what they would like to see in this new facility. It is hoped that by February or March conceptual drawings with pricing will be completed. The Town will then look into possible grant opportunities, while athletic associations are expected to fundraise. Sweet said he is also looking into budgeting money specifically for this, but is awaiting Council’s approval. For fundraising, Sweet said the associations shouldn’t have any problems considering how much support he has noticed from the community. “When we built a new arena for our municipality we had a lot of people

Members of the Essex Minor Baseball Association (EMBA) received $1000 from Direct Electric Service Limited owner Chris Burnand and his four-year-old son, Caiden. Members of the Burnand family said they owe a lot to the Essex community, especially to sports organizations like the EMBA.

from the southern end complaining about it. When we put money in the docks, the north end complained, but there haven’t been complaints about this from people because people know there’s been a need,” Sweet said. Sweet said the widening of Hwy. #3 may occur quicker than expected. The facility’s entrance will be off of Batten road. This is because Victoria Avenue will become an overpass and will not be accessible once the highway is widened. Currently, Batten road is gravel, but once the facility is closer to opening, Sweet said

Batten will be enhanced. Sweet also said the current diamond one in the new facility will be made into a true hardball diamond, consisting of lights and grass. The Town of Essex will look to give companies and organizations naming rights of the new facility. Sweet was unable to give an estimate of when the facility would be complete, but he said athletic associations shouldn’t expect to see any fields in the next year or even maybe the year after that. In the meantime, no fields or baseball diamonds will be removed until they can be replaced.

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by Shelbey Hernandez The Essex Minor Baseball Association (EMBA) held its annual general meeting on the evening of November 9 inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. There were many highlights during the meeting, including a cheque presentation. Information was also shared about the future sports field. Chris Burnand, owner of local company Direct Electric Service Limited, forwarded a $1000 donation to EMBA. He has lived in the area for 10 years with his wife and kids. Being in a community-oriented location, Burnand said, he owes his success to those in the area who have supported him. “I’m just honestly doing it because I can afford to do it right now because business has been good,” Burnand said. So, I just think it is good to give

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submitted to EFP The past six weeks have been extremely busy here at Holy Name. Here are some of the things that have been happening in and around the Hawks’ Nest. Congratulations to the students of Holy Name for achieving their goal of raising $10,000 during the annual Read-A- Thon fundraiser. By hitting this mark, they will receive a variety of rewards, including a board game and movie day, extended school-wide recesses for a day, and a hot chocolate and no homework day. Also, our fearless leader Mr. Marenchin will get duct-taped to the gym wall during one of our upcoming assemblies! The girls’ and boys’ soccer teams wrapped up their seasons last month. Both teams had success during the regular season, but bowed out in the playoffs. The boys’ team lost a heartbreaker by a score of 2-1 in double overtime.

The cross-country team finished its season with a meet at Malden Park in Windsor. Approximately 85 runners from Holy Name took part in this event. There were several top 10 finishes in various divisions. Our second WOW assembly of the year took place on November 4. Our leadership “news team” shared information from around the school. Teachers awarded Student of the Month certificates for a number of great things taking place in each classroom. We were also introduced to two very special superheroes, who will keep watch over our students – “Hawk Eye” and “Righteous Raptor.” They will appear again at the next assembly. The school’s “Coats for Kids” campaign wraps up shortly. We appreciate the donations we have received so far, especially as the weather begins to get colder. We look forward to our next community involvement

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initiative. The Holy Name Robotics Team has been meeting after school the past several weeks in preparation for a competition that takes place next month. This year’s team is called “The HawkBots” and consists of both boys and girls from our school. On October 31, a majority of the students showed great “spooky” school spirit by wearing orange and black as part of Halloween events

at the school. Mrs. Cipparrone came through on her Read-A- Thon incentive promise to dress up and give out treats to the students. Awesome Minnie Mouse costume Mrs. C.! A special guest visited Mrs. Gaspard’s Grade 2/3 class. Corporal Joe McLeod, a combat veteran from the EssexKent Scottish, talked to the students about his mission to Afghanistan. He shared his story as well. As displayed several

personal items with the inquisitive students. Our Grade 8 students created Remembrance Day Memorial Crosses to honour soldiers from the Essex area who fought in one of the World Wars. They lined the sidewalk along Fairview Avenue as a sign of thanks to these brave Canadians. The rest of the students observed these crosses as they made their way to our Remembrance Day Mass at Holy Name of Jesus Church.

Following mass, the Grade 8s attended the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion’s (Branch 201) annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the Essex Cenotaph. Two of our students had the honour of laying a wreath on behalf of local schools. Stay tuned next month for more news from the Hawks’ Nest. Go Zip! Go Zap! Go Zop!

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LAVIN AUCTIONS INC. ESTATE SALE, Saturday, November 19th @ 9:00 A.M. (Preview 8:00 A.M.) @ 383 Cada Cr., St. Clair Beach. Roxton/Maple LR & DR Furnishings, 3 Queen Size BR Sets, Antique Chairs & Tables & much more. Glassware, Lg. Collection of Crocks, Jugs, Butter Churn, Approx. 150 German Steins, Duck Collection, Gingerbread Clock, Framed Pictures, Power/Hand Tools, 12 Drawer Tool Chest, Golf Clubs, Bikes, Lawn & Garden Items, Patio Set, B.B.Q, etc. TERMS: Cash, Interac, Certified Funds. For listing w/Pic’s, visit: richardlavinauctions.com or for further info, please call:

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_____________________ HELP WANTED: Two young adults between 18 and 25 to work at Essex United Church, 53 Talbot St. S., Essex, ON with the pastor in planning and implementing programs for youth.10 hrs per week for 10 wks at $13/hr beginning Dec.1, 2016. High school graduate [or graduating]. Communication skills important, knowledge of social media, skills in working with teens, Christian background helpful. Due date: November 18, 2016 at 4 pm. Apply to Pastor Jim Hatt @ jimhatt@netrover.com 46- 1t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: Full or Part-time Labourer for saw mill. Oldcastle area. $12.00/hour. Call 519-969-6776 for information. 46- 1t* _____________________ HELP WANTED: Cashier needed at local variety store. P.T. Experience preferred. Send resume to: kisungmau@msn.com.

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Wildwood Golf Club is hosting a public meeting to present its 2015 annual report on class 9 pesticide use. To be held at 11112 Concession 11 Road, Essex, Ontario Monday, November 28th, 2016, at 9:00 am Contact William Thornton 519-726-6176

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Saturday, November 26 at 10:00 am Consignments Welcome For Gerald Eyraud, Tecumseh, & consignees. Sale will be held at the Eyraud farm at 990 Lakeshore Rd. 101. From Hwy 401 take exit # 21 & go north on Manning Rd a very short distance to Walls Rd & go east approx. 1 km to Lakeshore Rd 101, go north to farm. From Essex Co. Rd. 42 approx. 1 km east of Manning Rd. take Lakeshore Rd 101 south to farm. Tractors, one with loader: Case 830 Comfort King dsl open sta on, 6782 hrs, good rubber, sells w/Ezee-on front end loader, 2000 hrs since overhaul, tractor runs very well; J.D. 2120 dsl, 4795 hrs; A.C. WD gas; Farmall Super A w/cult, side dresser & front end loader; M.F. TEA 20 gas w/turf res; Ford 9N gas; Lawnmowers: Cub Cadet LT 1042, 42” cut riding mower; J.D. LA 120, 42” cut, 100 series riding mower; Truck: 1988 Ford Super Duty Custom dsl dump truck w/10’ box, good res, decent body, 353,000 km, last safety check in 2014, runs well, sells as; Combine: M.F. 410 dsl, 13’ header; 4 row model 1143 narrow cornhead sells separate; Livestock Trailer: 16’ bumper pull livestock trailer newly renovated & repainted, dual axle, 6’ wide, sells without ownership papers; Sprayer – a real good one: Pro Farm 500 gal. dual wheel flota on axle sprayer, 50’ hydr. boom, electric controls, s.s. tubes; Manure Spreader: Int. 550 PTO operated manure spreader; Mowers & Choppers: Rhino 6’ – 3 ph mower/chopper; 6’ – 3 ph finishing mower, renovated; MF 7’ pull type sickle mower; Plow: J.D. 1350-1450 - 6 furrow w/ new points included; Other Machinery – Balers, Wagons, etc: N.H. model 275 & model 65 square balers; flat rack hay wagons; 18.4x34 duals good rubber; scraper blades; 30’ hay loader; 3 ph shopmade pallet li er; etc; Other Items: power washer; air compressor; router; transfer pump; tool box on wheels; table saw; milk cans; etc. Terms cash, debit, personalized cheque day of sale. Owner or auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. To consign equipment call Gerry Eyraud at 519-564-5224 or Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com

Council is seeking Lakeshore residents who are willing to serve as a member of the recently established Arts Advisory Committee. A copy of the terms of reference for the committee and application form can be found on the Town’s website at www.lakeshore.ca or by contacting the Clerk. The deadline to submit an application is November 28, 2016. Town of Lakeshore c/o Mary Masse, Clerk 419 Notre Dame St. Belle River, ON N0R 1A0 (519) 728-2700 ext 231 Toll Free 1-877-249-3367 mmasse@lakeshore.ca

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In Loving Memory of Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Great Great Grandpa

MALCOLM GRIFFIN - February 17, 1927-November 5, 2016 - Passed away in Cape Town, South Africa. He was the beloved husband of Jean ( née Tully ) and dearest father of the late Jonathan, Wendi of Ireland and Richard of South Africa. He was the dear grandfather of Griﬃn and Layla of Ireland and Zuko and Kobe of South Africa. Also surviving Malcolm are his brothers and sisters in law, Tom and Sheila Tully of BC and John and Judy Tully of Sault Ste Marie ON, nieces and nephews, cousins including Gayle Annett of Windsor, Waiva Cowell and Barbara Keyes of Kingsville, Anita and Clive DaSilva of Toronto, as well as many other relatives and friends around the world. Jean is the daughter of the late Clair and Beulah Tully and is a former resident of Essex.

_________________________________________________________ The family of the Virginia Oates would like to thank- the nurses, doctors, and all the staff at W.R.H. Met Campus and Tafor campus for the care, compassion and dedication – the dedicated management and staff at Seasons Lakeshore – everyone who visited in hospital and Seasons. – all who came to the funeral home, sent flowers, gave masses or donations to Essex Food Bank – members of Holy Name of Jesus CWL for prayers at the funeral home and honour guard at mass – Maria Connell and the choir for the music – the men and women of the parish for the superb job in organization and presentation of the luncheon and the ladies who sent desserts – Deacon Gary Flewelling for attention to detail in preparing the mass – Father Dave Boutette for knowing her and celebrating the mass with Father Mike Parent – her grandsons and nephews who were all pallbearers – Tony and his professional and caring staff at the Kennedy Funeral Home. God Bless you all. Sincerely the family Virginia Oates. ___________________________________________________

Card of Thanks We, the family of the late Margaret Ferguson, wish to thank our friends, family, neighbours, and co-workers for all the acts of kindness shown to us since the passing of a dear wife, sister, mother, and grandmother. For all the calls, visits, ﬂowers, food, and memorial donations. Thanks also for Pastor Brehauts’ ministry, to Betty Ferguson for playing the organ, the ladies of Cottam Baptist Church for the luncheon, and to Lorna and the staﬀ of Reid Funeral Home.

-Dean Ferguson and Family

Stanley J Shura Sept. 21, 1915 - Nov. 16, 1980

Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, Great Great Grandma

Helen M Shura Dec. 7, 1918 - Sept. 12, 2001

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. ~ Missing you both dearly: Daughter Carol, Son-In-Law Wayne, Grandsons Randy & wife Julie, Dale, and families. ___________________________________________________

In Loving Memory of

Gary Rawlins November 20, 2015

A special person, a special face. Someone we love and can’t replace. Never selﬁsh, always kind. These are the memories he left behind. ~ Sadly missed by loving wife Rose, son Marc & Michelle, daughter Bobbi & Dan, grandsons Alex, Eric, & Tanner

In Loving Memory of

Rita and Orville Bellaire Nov. 17, 2015

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TREPANIER (GARANT), Margaret (nee Bellaire) - 96 years, passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 13, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Trepanier and Victor Garant. Loving mother of the late Kenneth Garant (Sandra), (late Blondine), Betty Ann Wilkinson (Fred) and the late Charles “Chuck” Garant (Bernice). Cherished Mimi to Lisette Garant (James Brown), Daniel Garant (Barbara), Alex Garant, Denise Vellinga, Jason Wilkinson, Lance Garant, Lana Warwick (Tom), Lisa Garant, Lynn Foley (Gerard); and great-grandmother of eight great-grandchildren; predeceased by one great-grandson. Dear sister to Veronica Laforet (late Cliﬀ ); and predeceased by sisters Hilda Dahl and Ilene Price and brothers Gilbert, Donald and Edmond Bellaire. Margaret will be missed by the Trepanier family and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Visitation took place at Marcotte Funeral Home, 12105 Tecumseh Rd. Tecumseh on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. A Service to celebrate Margaret’s life was held held at the funeral home on Wednesday, November 16. Interment followed at St. Anne’s Cemetery.

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Richard & Janet Lavin

Married November 19, 1966 Will celebrate with an Open House on Saturday, November 19th at the Golden Age Club in Tecumseh (12420 Lanoue St.) from 2-5 pm. (Best Wishes Only).

80th Dorothy Vriesacker Open House from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Saturday, November 26, 2016, at St. John’s Parish Hall, Woodslee. Best Wishes only.

You made a great team, Mom the nurturer, Dad the provider. Both of you an inspiration. Mom - One year without seeing your smiling blue eyes. You were a fun loving person, always happy and full of love. You made people feel good, especially your family. You taught us to laugh, to be grateful, to never give up, and so much more. Dad - How can it be that nearly 10 years have gone by without hearing your words of wisdom and many, many stories? You were a blessing to us and we, your children, will never forget the many sacrifices you made for our family. Treasured memories are locked in our hearts forever. Love Judy, Barry, Bill, Catherine, Vic and MaryAnn and their families. _________________________________________________________

OBITUARIES _________________________________________________________ KOGEL, Evelyn - Went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 09, 2016 at Iler Lodge in Essex at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Carl Kogel (1996). Loving mother of Katie Kirwan and husband Doug, Hans Kogel and wife Wendy, and Hedi Lee and husband Peter. Proud and adored Oma of Jon-Michael and Carolyn Kirwan, Christopher and Kelley Kirwan, Daniel and Elizabeth Kirwan, David and Paul Kirwan, Emily, Lisa, Lindsey and Thomas Kogel, and MaryEvelyn Lee and 2 great grandchildren. Evelyn was a Master Gardener and a member of the Essex Horticultural Society. A heartfelt thank you to the kind and caring staﬀ at Iler Lodge. Visiting took place at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Sunday and on Monday, November 14, 2016 until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Evelyn’s life. Pastor Don Brehaut oﬃciated. Interment Windsor Memorial Gardens Cemetery. If desired memorial donations made to Christian Blind Mission would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

What’s Going On... NOV. 17 - ART SPACE ESSEX will host a Crafters event from 10am-3pm at 32 Russell Street. More info can be found at www.artspaceessex.blogspot.ca. NOV. 19 - ART SPACE ESSEX will host a Crafters event from 10am-3pm at 32 Russell Street. More info can be found at www.artspaceessex.blogspot.ca. NOV. 19 & 20 CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, 10-4 at Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum, 11081 11th Conc., McGregor. NOV. 20 - 8TH ANNUAL POLAR SPLASH - To participate, please contact the Community Support Centre: 519-728-1435 or www.communitysupportcentre.ca NOV. 23 - FUNDRAISING PASTA DINNER  for Woodslee Community Association. At St. John’s Church Hall from 4:30-7:00 (take out avail.) For info: 519-723-9209. NOV. 26 - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at Essex Retirees’ Social Club, 32 Russell St. in Essex. Everyone Welcome. DEC. 2 & 3 THE BETHLEHEM WALK AT GESS†WOOD CAMP & RETREAT. Fri. 7-8:30, Sat. 6:30-8:30. Visit www.gesstwoodcamp.com for more information. DEC. 13 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  at Essex Legion, from 1 - 7pm. Walk-ins Welcome! Book an appointment or for info: 1-888-2-DONATE or www.blood.ca.

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PETTY, Michael George - Born Feb. 13, 1965. Passed away peacefully on November 14, 2016 at Country Village Nursing Home. Michael is pre-deceased by his loving parents George & Erma Petty and his precious brother Shawn. Also, adored nephew to Lou and Joan Petty of Bermuda and their family. Michael will be lovingly remembered and missed by his “extended” family Bill & Linda Burling, Bonnie & Jim Rundle and Brenda & Larry Simard and their families. We give heartfelt thanks to all the kind and caring staff at Country Village Health Care Centre for Mike’s wonderful care and compassion during his residency. A very special thank you to the wonderful staff of Christian Horizons, under the guidance of Sue Rocheleau, for their love, support and care of Michael throughout his adult life. Special thoughts go out to his long-time friend and roommate Rick Renaud. Michael will be sadly missed by everyone who touched his life. His infectious laugh will live on with us forever. Michael is finally at peace and in the loving arms of his Mom and Dad and big brother Shawn. Michael is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of the service at 11 a.m. Private family burial at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made in memory of Michael to Christian Horizons. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. ___________________________________________________

SCOTT, Anna C. - (Retired teacher at Midland Secondary School). Passed away at the Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland on Wednesday, November 9th, 2016, in her 80th year. Anna Scott of Midland, loving wife of Charles (Charlie) Scott. Dear mother of Karen and Cathy Scott. Loving grandmother of Joshua O’Neill. Sister of Elizabeth Kordyban, predeceased by her brothers Tony, Paul, John, and Henry and parents Elizabeth and Joseph Hermann. The family will receive friends at the Nicholls Funeral Home, 330 Midland Ave., Midland on Friday, November 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, November 19th at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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December 11. To purchase tickets, contact Elaine Mailloux or Liz Plat. Sunday, Nov. 27 is the First Sunday in Advent. You are invited to bring in hats, gloves, scarves and socks which will be given to the Downtown Mission. Choir Practice: Mondays at 6 pm. New members are always welcome. Come and Praise Our Lord by song. Coﬀee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.

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Pastor Jay spoke on how this is an incredible time to be alive. We’re in a season to get before the Lord and say, “yes!” We’re not excited because our lives are perfect, we’re excited because God is perfect! November 18th-19th is the “Chosen” Women’s Conference featuring Annie Byrne. The 25th Anniversary/Dinner/ Celebration tickets are still available. Last day to purchase tickets is November 20th. December 25th, 10:30 a.m., we are having a one-hour service. Remember the Essex Food Bank during this Christmas Season. If you would like to be baptized, please contact the oﬃce. Restoration House Healing Rooms, open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed! St. Paul’s Anglican Church Thank you to everyone who supported our Christmas Crafters Market last weekend. The next market is on Sat., Dec 3. It will be the last one until spring. There are no services at St Paul’s

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING On Monday, December 19, 2016 the Council of the Town of Essex will hold a Public Meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to present and obtain public input on a proposed amendment to By-Law Number 1344, being a By-Law for the Imposition of Development Charges for The Corporation of the Town of Essex. The proposed amendment will extend the 50% discount for Development Charges on residential development in Ward 4, the former Town of Harrow, for a further period commencing December 29, 2016 and ending on December 31, 2017. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed amendment to the by-law. The meeting is to be held: Monday, December 19, 2016 5:00 p.m. County of Essex Council Chambers 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, copies of the proposed amending by-law, the background study that was conducted in 2014 and a staff report are available from the Town Clerk (519) 776-7336 and online at the Town’s website (www.essex.ca). Interested persons may express their comments at the Public Meeting or in writing, addressed to the Town Clerk, at the below address prior to December 14, 2016. Robert Auger, L.L.B. Manager, Legislative Services & Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON N8M 1A8

on November 22 due to the 150th Anniversary Service at Trinity Church Cottam at 9:15am. Everyone is welcome to attend; Retired Bishop Bob Bennett will officiate. The next Communion Service at Country Village Nursing Home is Nov. 22 at 10:30 am. Our next pasta dinner is on Friday, Dec., 2nd from 5 -6:30pm. The Bishops Friends Dinner is on Wednesday, December 7th, 6:30 pm at the Macedonian Centre. Tickets are available from the church office. Meet Bishop Linda Nicholls! Regular Sunday Services are at 8am (BCP Eucharist) and 11am (BAS Eucharist & Sunday School). For more information about us and what’s going on, please check out 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. Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

Our CWL is collecting winter items. Scarves, mittens, hats, etc. for adults and children. If you’d like to donate, please drop off in baskets in the Gather Space. Our St. Vincent de Paul is selling tickets for a quilt raffle after mass. Tickets available at the parish office as well. Draw is on December 4th. CWL Member Christmas Party is on Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm in the St. Joseph’s meeting room. Come and make a Christmas wreath, have some refreshments, and goodies. Skate with Santa is Sunday, December 18th, from 2-4pm at the Essex Sports Complex. Free! God Bless you all and have a great week. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev. Ann will conduct the Holy Communion Service. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Elaine Mailloux. Doug Wilson will greet you at the door. After the service, lunch will be served by Linda and Louis Lalonde, Judi Stowe, and Doug Boylan. Sunday School is available for children ages 4 and up. Children ages 3 and under will be supervised in the nursery. New friends are always welcome. Please say a special prayer for the people on our prayer list. If you would like a special visit, or know of someone would like one please contact Rev. Ann. Wheelbarrow of Wine Raﬄe plus additional prizes: Proceeds to be used for Capital Repairs. Tickets are still available. Draw will take place

We hope to see you at our Christmas Luncheon Craft and Bake Sale this Saturday, Nov. 19th from 10 :30 -1:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious lunch, then do some shopping! On Tuesday, Nov, 22nd at our SA Connections program the topic is “I’ve Got a Secret! ”Come and check out the fun and enjoy lunch too. This free community program goes from 10-1. Bible Study led by Major Shirley Roberts follows, with some lively discussion based on’’ The Power of a Praying Woman.’’ All are welcome to attend. Messy Church meets on Thursday, Nov. 24th at 6p.m. This will be the last meeting until the new year. Parents, bring your kids of all ages to experience church in a new way, starting with a free family style meal at 6p.m. Friday, Nov. 25th at 6p.m. is the

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Municipal Building at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27th at 6p.m. is our free movie night, which will be the last one until Jan. It’s that time of year when we are asking for volunteers to help with our annual Christmas Kettle Drive. If you can spare a couple of hours, please call the church oﬃce at 519-776-4628 to sign up for a shift. Major Sam Roberts leads Family Worship at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. We invite you to join us, and stay for refreshments and fellowship afterwards.

Essex United Church Join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. with Rev. Margaret Spencer. On Sunday, November 20, at 2:30 pm, The Silver Ambassadors and The House Party Band will perform at the church. Freewill oﬀering. Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music! Essex District Christmas Craft Show at Essex United Church is Sat. Dec. 3, 10 am – 4 pm and Sun. Dec. 4, 11:30 am – 4 pm. Lunch will be available for purchase. Coming soon, a Christmas favourite - Gess†wood Camp’s Bethlehem Walk is on December 2 & 3. Volunteers are needed.

Essex Community Services CHRISTMAS RAFFLE: Stop by or visit our Facebook Page to take part in our Christmas Raﬄe. Buy tickets on a variety of items, and support our agency at the same time. Winners to be drawn on Dec 5th. For more info, call 519-776-4231. FOOT CARE SERVICE is provided by Essex Community Services in three

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Sale of Land for Tax Arrears By Public Tender MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF ESSEX TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at Town of Essex Council Chambers. Description of Lands: 1. Plan 1242, Lot 11, Town of Essex - Cottage 103 Craig Street Minimum Tender Amount: $9,540.44 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Donna E. Hunter, Director of Corporate Services The Corporation of the Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8

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Continued from Page 19 convenient locations. Our Foot Care Clinics are open to persons 55+, or any age for those unable to care for their own feet. Clinics are located in Essex, Harrow, and McGregor. The goal of our program is to increase comfort and prevent and treat problems that may lead to immobility. Appointments are required. Call Essex Community Services today to set up an appointment: 519-776-4231. Trinity Church We continue to keep in our prayers Greg, Brian, Moneta, Debbie, James, and Bill. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Geraldine McClelland, given by the congregation and in loving memory of Alta Rowena McLeod, given by Ron McLeod. Communion Service at Country Village will be held on Tuesday, November 22nd at 10:30 A.M. Join us on Sunday November 20th for Trinity’s 150th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service at 9:15 am. retired Bishop Robert Bennett will oﬃciate at the service. Some of the congregation will dress in 1866 period clothes. Refreshments will follow the service. On Sunday, November 27th, Remembrance of First Service, at 9:15 am..The great, great grandson of the lay reader who led the ﬁrst service in the church (because the rector was unable to attend due to weather and Fenian raids), Bill Jackson will lead us in Morning Prayer with Holy Eucharist provided by Rev. Chris. The ladies are working on Fidget blankets for folks in the nursing home. Items

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needed are zippers, large buttons, ribbons, Velcro, and fleecy baby blankets to sew the items on. Pie orders are being taken for pick up December 3rd., for cherry pies or meat pies (beef & pork mixture), leave a message with Sharon at 519-839-4579, or Brenda 519-839-5184 or the Church office 519-776-7711. Time is getting close to donate our Toy Box to the Cottam/Kingsville firefighters for kids in our area for Christmas. Please pick up a toy or two for the box and make a little person happier at Christmas. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome! Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship Service, at 10am. Sunday School is available at 10:15 am. On Thursday, November 17 we are making meat and fruit pies, beginning at 9:15am. There is a sign up sheet in the hall if you are able to help. Bring cookie sheets! The Christmas Bazaar is on Saturday, November 19, from 10am-3pm. Bring friends! All are welcome! On Friday, Nov. 25 we are decorating the church for Christmas at 6pm. Come and help us make our church beautiful for the season. This week, November 20th is the sharing in Holy Communion. The door greeters are Linda and Bill Manning, elder on duty is Lonnie Jones, and church lock up is Margaret Soulliere. Have a great week! 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 Mr. Hans Haverkamp. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Mark your calendars for our upcoming Free Movie Night event for Friday, November 25. We will feature Disney’s Finding Dory. Doors open at 6:00 pm and movie begins at 6:30 pm. See you there! Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. submitted by Pam Hartley

Redeemers’ Annual Soup for the Soul Sunday & Bazaar is this Sunday, November 20th @ 10:30am following the 9:30 service. All proceeds for this year’s event will beneﬁt “Ten Friends Diner” in support of mental health. Come support a great cause & see our guest speaker. The welcome and seating of our new Diocesan Bishop will take place Saturday, November 26 at 1:00 at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. If you are interested in attending

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Continued from Page 20 or carpooling, please email or call the office. Contact our office if you are interested in tickets for this years ‘Bishop’s Friends Christmas Dinner,’ on Wednesday, December 6 at the Macedonian Centre at 6:30. Dinner, silent auction, Christmas Carols, & more. Don’t forget about the weekly Bible Study as we dig in to ‘yesterdays’ readings. Mondays at 7:00 at St. Stephen’s. For parish hall bookings, please contact our hall convenors. Redeemer – Nancy Kovacs @ 519-551-1922 and St. Stephen’s – Cathie Jenner at 519-966-6985. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808 or at ststephens.redeemer@gmail.com. Golden Age Golf Report On November 10, 37 golfers dropped 50 aces. Setting the pace, with six, was Art Sweet. Julia Kos and Art Sweet each carded a score of 16 over 9 holes followed closely by Tom Hyatt and Cathy Dewhurst with 17. A remarkable score of 34 over 18 holes was delivered by Julia Kos who wasn’t finished, as she boasted a score 73 for 36 holes. First place, with a score of 239, was Team 5 (Art Sweet, Betty McManus, Eileen McIntosh). Team 6 (Murray Cascadden, Mary Binder, Pete Daudlin) was second and in third position was Team Aces (Julia Kos, Gail Turk, Thelma Rimes, Moe Scratch). Play resumes at Colasanti’s on Thursday at 9:30 am. Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Our Mission Group has put up the Giving Tree. Please take a tag and donate a Christmas gift. Thank you for your support!

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If you or someone you know needs a Christmas food basket please contact Wendy at 519-890-9120 before December 10th. The Annual Essex Region Goodfellow newspaper drive is November 18 & 19. Please donate generously to this worthy cause as our K of C members are canvassing. All proceeds collected go directly to our local food banks. Please keep in your prayers all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers. Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

We invite you to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our weekly Worship Service and Sunday School. Your presence is always a blessing to us and we hope our church family will be a blessing to you! Last week, the Love Bucket collected $196.00 for the Kit Richardson Memorial Bursary. This fund is used to support University and College students from our community. Thank you for your generosity. The third annual Chili Cook-oﬀ and Toonie Auction is Friday, November 18th. For more information call Barb Brookbanks at 519-736-4411. Everyone is welcome! For weekly messages from Reverend Staples, music from our choir and other activities involving our “Faith Community”, please visit our updated website at: www. harrowunited.org. Brooker News By Ruth Newman

Our doors are open to all at our Sunday morning Worship Service at 10 am. J.O.Y. Club for teens every Tuesday at 3:30pm at Brooker Church. Shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child need to be returned by Sunday, Nov. 13. You are invited to a concert with the Klassens, a harpist and speaker at Harrow Baptist Church, on Friday, Nov. 18, at 7pm. Freewill oﬀering towards medical conversion Sunparlour Pregnancy Resource Centre.

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Bottomless bowls of homemade soup and desserts on Saturday, Nov. 26 at 5:30pm at Harrow Baptist Church in support of Essex County Afterschool Bible Club. Everyone is welcome. The fall business meeting after church on Sunday, Nov. 27. The ﬁrst of the Advent Services is at Brooker on Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 12noon. Christmas Dinner and concert on Friday, Dec. 16 at 6pm. Please remember those in nursing homes and the many who are not well in our community.

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Margaret Beneteau took ﬁrst place for Euchre on Saturday, Cheryl Allan was second, Diane Denis and Wally Laframboise tied for third place. Roger Monchamp had the most Peppers on Monday Night, Betty Fields took ﬁrst place and Wally Laframboise had low score. Margaret Beneteau had the most Peppers on Tuesday Afternoon. Larry Lane had high score, Floyd took second place and Carolyn McCarthy had low score. At Wednesday night Pepper, it was Debbie Monchamp with high score. Eileen Ames had the most Peppers and Tom Kelly was low. Pauline Olafson and Coleen Chevalier had top scores at Bridge.

Woodslee Friendship Club On Monday. Nov. 7th the Euchre winners were Audrey Stanley, Mary Demars, Dave Sylvester, Flo Rivest, and Joan Broeders. The Wednesday Pepper winners were Dave McMurren, George Diesbourg, Audrey Stanley, Irene Gignac, Theresa Rivait, Helene Manley, Elmer Quinlan, Joan Broeders, Charlie Chevalier, and Joanne McMurren. The Friday night Euchre winners were Ray Brooker, Ron Deschaine, Edna Chevalier, Mary Margaret Chevalier, Mary Demars, Adrian Diesbourg, and Ernie Lariviere. For more information on joining our card club, please call Irene at 519-975-2283.

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Red Raiders senior hoopers win WECSSAA Auctioneer finds collection of classic car ads Dave and Liz McCormick operate Legacy Auctions in Leamington, Ontario. They recently handled an auction for a family who had collected magazine ads for classic cars and trucks over the past 40 years or more. Over 200 ads are in the collection, including a colour ad for a blue-and-white 1953 Dodge Sedan, identical to the classic car that Dave and Liz purchased five years ago! These ads are now looking for a new home, and would be a perfect Dave McCormick holding ad for 1953 Dodge identical match for anyone who to his car along with over 200 more ads now available. owns a car or truck identical to any of the ads. All ads were stored in plastic page sleeves with cardboard and all of them are in mint condition. Dave drew up a list of the makes represented in the collection: Aero Willys, AMC, Anglia, Austin, Autocar trucks, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, DeSoto, Dodge, Diamond T (?) trucks, Ford, Fiat, Hudson, International trucks, Kaiser, LaSalle, Mercury, Oldsmobile, Packard, Plymouth, Pontiac, and Volkswagen. For some makes, there are dozens of examples spanning a wide number of years. The ads themselves are works of art. In many cases, no expense was spared by the companies that built these vehicles to hire the best talent available to produce the most attractive ad. And the better the ad, the more likely the product would sell well. Acquiring the ad that displays your classic vehicle represents the finishing touch for any restoration – and even street rodders will want them because they depict what their vehicle looked like when it was new. Because my first car was a 1940 Mercury, I naturally looked through the pile of Mercury ads, and was delighted to find not just one but several from 1940 alone! The text that accompanies the pictures is equally interesting in its choice of words designed to persuade you to buy this product. In a spirit of generosity, Dave gave me the ad for a 1952 Plymouth to pass along to Reg Kirby of Tilbury, Ontario, who visited my table last week at the Farmers Market in Leamington. Reg has a ’52 Plymouth he found in a wrecking yard in Sarnia and spent over seven years working on it before putting it back on the road. For a complete list of all the ads in this collection, please email Dave and Liz at LEGACYAUCTIONS@ gmail.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.”

Finley McElwain (left) scored 25 points on Thursday against Belle River.

by Fred Groves Caleigh Chauvin netted 12 points and Finley McElwain added 11 as the Essex District High School senior girls’ basketball team beat Herman 40-24 to win the WECSSAA ‘AA’ championship played at St. Clair College on Sunday. On Thursday, McElwain poured in 25 points to lead host Essex to a 53-22 win over Belle River in the semi-finals. • Athletes with the Essex District High School junior boys’ volleyball team are WECSSAA champs. During a busy week, they beat Sandwich 3-2 on Friday, the day before the Red Raiders blanked Leamington 3-0, and last Tuesday in the quarter-finals, they beat Riverside 3-0. EDHS will host the SWOSSAA

championship this week. • Emily McCloskey had nine kills, eight digs, and 13 points on Saturday to lead the University of Windsor women’s volleyball team to a 3-1 win over RMC. The day before, the EDHS grad had six kills, four digs, and two blocks as the Lancers were beaten 3-0 by Queen’s. • Guard Nik Vegili netted seven points, including a three-point bomb, as the St. Clair College Saints men’s basketball team beat Redeemer 98-82 on Saturday.

• It was a tough loss for Essex’s Glen Mills, the defensive line coach of the University of Western Ontario football team. The Mustangs were beaten 4340 by Wilfrid Laurier for the Yates Cup. • Still with football, Brandon Revenberg’s first CFL season came to an end on Sunday as the Hamilton Ti-Cats were eliminated by the Edmonton Eskimos, 2421. • Ashley Maitre of Maidstone had an assist to help the University of Windsor women’s hockey team to a 4-2 win over York on Saturday. • Brent Davison scored two touchdowns and kicked four extra points to lead the EDHS junior boys’ football team to a 29-13 WECSSAA quarterfinal win over Catholic Central last Tuesday. The win advanced the Red Raiders to take on host Tecumseh Vista Academy this week. • Wrestler Emily Kessler won a silver medal in the 143-pound women’s division of the recent Can/ Am Open hosted by the University of Jamestown. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

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twice. Matthew Rosati blasted home a pointshot with the man advantage in the final five minutes of the frame and Dalton Langlois doubled his team’s lead two minutes later. In the second period, Essex picked up where they left off, continuing to capitalize on the visitors’ mistakes. Tyler Scott extended his team’s lead to three just 52 seconds in, and Blake McConville scored one, of his two goals of the night, eight minutes later. However, to close out the period, Dresden capitalized on a costly Essex turnover at the blue line with five minutes left in the frame and cut the lead in half as Macks Holmes beat Matt Badour with the man advantage in the final 32 seconds. In the final frame, Dresden and Essex exchanged goals, as Essex held on to prevail 5-3 while outshooting

Dresden 38-17 in the contest. During the week off before their next matchup, beginning with the Mooretown Flags, the 73’s look to welcome some injured players back.

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Red Raiders head to football finals by Fred Groves The Essex District High School senior boys’ football team is headed to the WECSSAA ‘AA’ championship. On Friday night, at the University of Windsor, the Red Raiders built a 21-0 halftime lead and went on to beat the Sandwich Sabres 35-7 in the semifinals. Essex, which went 4-3 during the regular season before disposing of Riverside in the quarter-

finals, will now go up against L’Essor, which beat Belle River 34-14 in the other semi-final match hosted on Friday. During the regular season, L’Essor edged Essex 18-6. Against the Sabres, Jake Maisonneuve had an outstanding game as he not only hauled in a 33yard touchdown pass from Matt O’Neil in the fourth quarter, but also had two interceptions on defence. “He had a very good

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game. He’s a ball hawk. He had a 109-yard punt return for a touchdown in the Homecoming game,” Essex Coach Baddi Qawwas said. O’Neil did not start the year at quarterback, but after taking a lot of reps in practice, he got comfortable behind centre. “He is a valuable player. He can play a multitude of positions,” Qawwas said of O’Neil, who has played tight end, offensive, and defensive line as well as linebacker. “He has a great arm. We had to bring him along slowly.” Calling the win a ‘complete team effort,’ Qawwas was jubilant on the sidelines when David Reaume ran an intercepted pass into the end zone with 30 seconds left in the first half. This gave the Red Raiders a big lead. Essex forced five turnovers, but it was the weather that helped out early in the game when they jumped on the ball off an opening on side kick and went up and scored on their first possession. “We deferred and they opted to receive the ball. We were kicking into the

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Essex running back Nash Prieur gets tripped up during Friday’s game against Sandwich.

wind and the ball wasn’t going anywhere. It was not pre-determined,” Qawwas said. Nash Prieur was once again a work horse for the Red Raiders and the swift-footed running back

had a couple of rushing touchdowns. Defensively, O’Neil sacked the Sandwich quarterback once, Cody Webster got his hand on a ball and nearly intercepted, and Darryll

Cadarette picked off a pass. They will play L’Essor on Thursday at the University of Windsor at 4 p.m.