Essex Free Press - November 17, 2022

attended the service.

“A total of 1,902,791 have served, 230,000 were wounded, and 116,063 paid the ultimate sacrifice,” he added, eventually asking all to participate in a moment of silence to commemorate their courage and willingness to serve their country. “In deed, 242 names are inscribed on these monuments depicting the sacrifices our small Town of Essex has endured.”

He said the close to 40-years Canadian Military served with NATO in France and West Germany and other European Countries during the Cold War, from the early 1950s to the 1990s, is rarely noted. They often served in four to five-year stints.

“It is often said, it is not only the person in uniform who served and sacrificed, the whole family, spouses and children, also sacrificed,” he said. “Being far away from extended family, old friends, and all that was familiar back home was often tough.”

On Remembrance Day, “We recognize

and thank those who have put their lives on the line in the cause of peace, let us also remember the families who supported them,” Caza said. “To all our Veterans, past and present, thank you for your sacrifice and thank you for your service.”

Students of Essex Public School then presented veterans with gifts they made to show their appreciation for their service.

For 28-hours leading up to the 11th hour on Friday, the Essex Legion hosted a silent vigil, where residents took on one hour shifts to stand at the Essex Centre cenotaph. Countless volunteers also helped collect donations through this year’s Poppy Campaign, which supports local veterans.

Captain (Navy) Mark O’Donohue, Deputy Commander Canadian Fleet Pacific, was pleased to be able to attend the Remembrance Day celebration in his hometown of Amherstburg. He came to the area for Remembrance Week.

“It was a good opportunity, with Remembrance Week, to come down

and reconnect with the community,” O’Donohue said. As the Commanding Officer of the HMCS Calgary, he returned from deployment at the end of the summer in 2021. From July 2020 until April 2022, he was deployed on Operations PROJECTION and ARTEMIS, as well as multiple international and domestic exercises.

During his time in Command, Calgary received a Chief of Defence Staff Unit Commendation for successfully executing maritime interdiction operations in the Gulf of Oman, breaking two international records, information about O’Donohue stated.

He spent the week connecting with service clubs and spoke at area schools as well.

“It is really important we remember our veterans and we acknowledge the sacrifice that they and their families have made for Canada,” he said. “It is good I can go to a school and connect as somebody who grew up here to kind of relay that message back to [students] in a real way, with my own experiences, and highlight the importance of remembrance and recognizing the sacrifices veterans and their families made.”

Youths, he said, are always fascinated, and it depends on their age group the type of questions they will ask him. The Ship to Shore program allowed him and fellow shipmates to use WIFI to connect directly with classrooms virtually in Calgary. Sailors would be able to explain how a gas turbine works, how water is produced at

sea, and how radar works.

“It is a real joy to connect with youth in that way,” he said.

O’Donohue was born in Glasgow Scotland, and immigrated to Canada with his family in the late ‘70s. In 1997, he completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in History from the University of Windsor.

After receiving his diploma, he worked for a pharmaceutical company in Windsor. He wanted, however, to try something different. He went to the recruiting centre in Windsor, giving himself a year to see if the Navy would be a good fit for him.

“I haven’t looked back since,” he said, noting his career in the Navy has been 23-years. “I love what I am doing. It is an incredibly interesting job. It’s great to serve Canada and it is great to work with Canadians from all across the country.”

He enrolled in the Canadian Forces Direct Entry Officer Program in 1999. After completing initial naval training in Victoria BC, he served as a bridge watchkeeping officer in HMCS Athabaskan.

He said a ship deploys with around 253 people, which becomes like a family. Building that comradery is an important aspect of the career.

To anyone who may be interested in joining the Navy, O’Donohue had a few words of advice.

“You have nothing to lose by checking it out,” he said. “If there is something that interests you, as far as a trade or a certain profession, doing it within the Military is an outstanding option.”

Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck delivers the magic

-Toys collected for Santa’s Cause for Kids

by Sylene Argent

A night of holiday magic ushered in the Christmas season on Saturday, as the Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck

Tour kicked-off in Essex. From the Foodland parking lot, area residents were able to take pictures with Santa and enjoy the sight of the decorated

Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck, lined with hundreds of lights, all while listening to Christmas music.

Justin Renaud, Sales

Development Manager for Coca-Cola Canada, noted Essex was the first stop for the Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck, and it would be its only local visit over its nation-wide tour, besides conducting a pass-by in Windsor.

He was pleased with the turnout at the event in Essex that followed the slogan “delivering the magic,” noting many area families came out to kickoff the holiday season.

Area families were also able to visit with local firefighters from Essex Fire & Rescue during the event, who were not only keen on passing along fire safety tips heading into the holiday season, but also collected new, unwrapped

Photo by Dan Bissonnette

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This year, St. Paul’s Anglican Church decided to honour the staff at the Essex Free Press with its annual Legacy of Heroes award, and the gesture was very nice, though very difficult to receive.

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For me, I am used to being an observer, a typical fly on the wall who reports to the community on what their representatives at each level of government is up to, highlights the neat and innovative things residents are doing, and details changes coming through the pipeline.

I take it seriously, yet I do like to have fun with it as much as I can. We all do.

Always being in that observer position makes it quite difficult to receive recognition. I see this aspect of my life not as just a job but as a responsibility, not just for our readers but as part of what will one day be a historical archive.

That will never be lost on me.

St. Paul’s has recognized many impressive groups over the span of the past eight-years, and to even be considered amongst those groups, for me, is truly an honour. Though, that could not happen without being able to write about and focus on all the happenings the many dedicated and determined individuals within this community do each and every day.

And that could not be done without the support of our advertisers.

I am happy to play a small part in recognizing the efforts and achievements of others, keeping governments accountable, and detailing the dedication so many put into local service clubs.

As someone who loves history, the longevity of this paper is something that often wows me when I link about its roots extending into the very foundation of Essex Centre. That is something I hope can be preserved

for many years to come, even though we watched many community papers around us fold over the years, many of which had staff we came to know and respect.

The world is an everchanging place, but sometimes I think changes are made for the sake of changing.

While changes are made for what is called progress, we often sacrifice simplicity in its wake; and perhaps even lose our sense of self as we try to keep pace with something meant to be untouchable.

Hopefully getting this paper in the mailbox each week reminds us all to never lose that connection we have with our community and keeps the importance of our place within it as paramount.

OFA viewpoint

Last week was municipal election day across Ontario. Although the campaigns aren’t generally as high profile as during provincial or federal elections, these local contests are no less important.

In fact, one could argue that they might even have more impact on our daily lives since it’s municipal governments who make decisions about many of the local issues that affect us directly, from housing and taxation to snow removal and garbage pick up.

This year, many municipalities saw new faces take leadership positions as mayors, deputy mayors, and councillors. My community is one of them. My family and I farm in Binbrook, which is in the southeast corner of the City of Hamilton, and we have a new mayor – former provincial New Democratic Party leader Andrea Horwath – and 10 new councillors.

As we welcome our newly elected and newly re-elected politicians across Ontario to the posts they’ll hold for the next four-years, it’s important that farmers and others in rural communities start building new relationships with these individuals or strengthening existing ones.

In my area for example, even though we’re part of a city, our municipality is about 75% rural, which means that farm and rural issues are incredibly important, and as farmers, we must do our part to ensure that those who represent us know what matters to us and why.

As they likely were in many other parts of the province, farmland preservation, urban boundaries and taxation were top issues in our local elections – but we also had more urban-focused priorities take a high profile, like a planned Light Rail Transit system in Hamilton.

The issue of farmland preservation is a critical one not just to farmers, but to everyone in our province. Our farmland is disappearing at a rapid pace, so it is vital that we preserve our ability to grow our own food, fuel, and fibre. At the same time, we recognize the need to find solutions to the housing crisis, which means we need responsible and

long-term land use planning that takes a balanced approach to supporting economic growth and protecting agricultural land.

Election campaigns can be intense, but the work doesn’t end once the votes are cast. As the voice of Ontario’s farmers, we will continue to work hard to keep the importance of farmland preservation and other key issues at the top of municipal agendas.

And that’s where all farmers can play a role, too. Many of our newly elected mayors, deputy mayors, and councillors have varying backgrounds and may not be as well versed in farming and agricultural practices and now find themselves representing agricultural constituents.

I encourage you to get to know your local politicians, speak to them about issues affecting agriculture and invite them out to your farm for a visit so they can see for themselves what you are talking about. Often, a picture – in this case, a live, in-person one – really does speak a thousand words.

As well, take some time to follow the issues that are discussed at your local council meetings. Many municipalities livestream council meetings online, for example, or make recordings or minutes available for review. Get involved and share your opinions and viewpoints from the farm or rural perspective.

Many areas also have local agricultural advisory committees, like we do in the City of Hamilton, which play a key role in reviewing and advising on agricultural policies and policies that can impact farmers.

We all know that relationships matter and as our local politicians take office, we have an opportunity to get involved, help them get to know agriculture and make sure our voice is being heard.

Farmers make up a very small part of the population, so it’s up to us to make sure that people understand what we do, the role we play in broader society, and why that matters – to us and to them.

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by Sylene Argent

Since 2015, St. Paul’s Anglican Church has recognized those unsung individuals who are often supporting the community in some way, but do so quietly, through its annual Legacy of Heroes program.

During the inaugural installment of the program, St. Paul’s recognized the heroes of the 1980 Essex Explosion, and continued on with Community Living staff and volunteers, foster parents, workers at Iler Lodge and community living senior homes, local food banks, heroes of the pandemic, and local educators in the following years.

For its eight annual installment, St. Paul’s chose to recognize The Essex Free Press for keeping residents connected to politics, businesses, events, churches, and happenings around Town.

“The hardworking staff is happy to celebrate so much of what is happening in our region

that St. Paul’s felt it is time to celebrate the Essex Free Press,” Reverend Chris BrouillardCoyle said, noting the local newspaper’s roots go back further than when the Town of Essex was incorporated in 1884 or St. Paul’s was established in 1882.

According to the history of the newspaper, which Laurie Brett wrote, the first edition of the Essex Centre Chronicle was printed and distributed in May of 1879. It passed hands and changed names in the following years. In June 1896, ownership of the Essex Free Press passed to R.R. Brett and business partner William H. Auld. Brett bought Auld’s ownership when he passed, and the newspaper remained in the family’s hands until 2022, when it was purchased by London Publishing.

The Brett family, Chris Brouillard-Coyle noted, owned the newspaper for many generations and have also been members of St. Paul’s.

The Essex Free Press

is a valuable resource, Brouillard-Coyle said, noting many say they heard about the church’s events after reading about them in the local newspaper.

She presented staff of the Essex Free Press

with a certificate to commemorate the honour.

BrouillardCoyle thanked the many local businesses that donated items to this year’s Legacy of Heroes annual silent auction. The Essex Free Press was pleased to donate those proceeds back to St. Paul’s Anglican Church to help families facing economic challenges this holiday season or as the church sees fit as needs arise.

“As a group of individuals use to announcing the achievement of others, it is difficult to be in the limelight,” Sylene Argent, Editor, said. “We are grateful to be recognized with the Legacy of Heroes award, but most importantly that the community values the product we work so hard to produce every week.”

The Essex Free Press has a circulation of 11,000 papers each week serving the residents throughout the heart of Essex County,

in addition to unlimited access online at www. essexfreepress.com

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Representatives of St. Paul’s Anglican Church present some of the staff of the Essex Free Press with the 2022 Legacy of Heroes certificate.

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A 40 acres restoration project is underway at the Caldwell First Nation. Members from the Nation were joined by students from Leamington District Secondary School, employees from Jamieson Wellness, and representatives from the Essex Region Conservation Authority and Foundation to plant 100 trees and

wetland plants on this former agricultural land on Saturday, November 12.

“As our ancestors were stewards and caretakers of these lands, we are grateful to continue in their footsteps and join with youth and supporters to restore the balance of nature given to us by our Creator,” explains Chief Mary Duckworth.

Members and staff from Caldwell First Nation worked in partnership with ERCA to develop the comprehensive restoration plan, which will be implemented over the next three years. Caldwell First Nation and ERCA have worked together to undertake a number of restoration projects over the past decade, including a significant wetland rehabilitation project at a former marina located in Sturgeon Creek.

In 2020, Caldwell First Nation was granted Reserve Status in

Leamington, following a 230 year quest to regain their ancestral grounds. The traditional lands of the Caldwell Nation stretch from the Detroit River all the way to Long Point on the north shore of Lake Erie, including Point Pelee National Park.

As part of the planting event, members from the Nation were invited to provide further input into the restoration plan, which is eventually expected to include walking trails and will incorporate plants of cultural significance. Caldwell Nation’s commitment to stewardship of the land provides assurances that this restoration project will thrive into the future.

A significant donation from Jamieson Wellness through the Essex Region Conservation Foundation will fund the restoration

of 40 acres of forest and wetland habitat which will mitigate flooding, take climate action, and help provide much needed habitat in the region.

“Jamieson has been operating in the WindsorEssex region for nearly 100 years,” said Shawna Ketter, Senior Director of ESG and Culture at Jamieson Wellness. “We’ve been fortunate to have been able to collaborate with ERCA on several conservation projects in the area as a proud member of the community. We believe strongly in the restoration plan that ERCA and Caldwell First Nation are undertaking and are honoured to be able to support this work that is so fundamental in the journey towards compassionate and active Reconciliation.”

ERCA responds to proposed changes to housing and land use policies

The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), like all 36 Conservation Authorities across the Province of Ontario, works proactively with the development industry and all levels of government to ensure that well-planned development can happen safely while ensuring the safety of people and property from the dangers of flooding and erosion, and maintaining the integrity of the watersheds within its jurisdiction.

The housing legislation introduced last week outlines Ontario’s next phase of the plan to build more homes faster. According to the proposed legislation, conservation authorities will be prohibited from commenting on conservation and environmental matters, except for flooding and erosion. This means that ERCA and other conservation authorities will not be able to offer expertise on ecology, natural heritage, wetlands and biodiversity for development proposals.

In the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region, there is only 8.5% natural cover. The bulk of these remnant natural heritage features are situated within floodplain valley land corridors that are currently regulated. Eliminating Conservation Authorities’ ability to consider the significance of natural features could further eradicate the minimal natural heritage of the region.

As well, proposed changes to the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System remove the review and approval role of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, and significantly alter the criteria used to evaluate wetlands and wetland complexes.

This could make it more difficult for new wetlands to meet the criteria for identification as Provincially Significant Wetland (PSWs) and easier for existing PSWs to be re-evaluated as not significant. Wetlands play a critical role in mitigating floods. In a region where nearly 98% of the wetlands have disappeared, providing an easy mechanism like offsetting could alter this region’s risk profile and make our residents more vulnerable to flooding, erosion and the effects of climate change.

“The proposed changes to the Planning Act and Conservation Authorities Act will diminish ERCA’s well-established role in protecting our communities from flooding and supporting our municipalities in protecting the natural environment,” said Tania Jobin, ERCA Chair. “This is a direct departure from recent provincial amendments to the Act that allow municipalities to choose whether to seek technical advice from conservation authorities based on their specific needs. This is particularly concerning for many municipalities that may not have the capacity and expertise to independently consider all of these matters when reviewing planning applications, which could elevate municipal risk and liability.”

Across the region, municipalities rely on ERCA’s expertise to inform environmental assessments and provide input on official plans, studies, and development applications. This process ensures a watershed-based approach and enables connections to be made between flood control, wetlands and other green infrastructure, ensuring safe development.

In fact, ERCA was a key contributor in recent efforts to ensure the new Stellantis EV battery plant could be safely sited in such a way that it did not negatively impact downstream development.

“We certainly support the province’s effort to build more homes faster,” Jobin says. “But it’s critically important that conservation authorities can continue to collaborate with municipalities to facilitate development while protecting natural features. The watershed-based approach is recognized globally as the best management tool for ensuring we take into consideration a wide range of

competing interests and impacts on natural resources. When downloading these kinds of responsibilities to municipalities, we need to consider how development in one jurisdiction can impact downstream municipalities.”

The Essex Region Conservation Authority is a public sector organization established by the Province in 1973, and governed by local municipalities to deliver programs and services that further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in watersheds in the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region.

Caldwell First Nation undertaking significant environmental restoration...

Caldwell First Nation is a strong, sovereign First Nation fighting assimilation and respecting other nations the Creator has placed in their path. The People of the Lake, they are working to build a foundation with other nations that embraces trust, harmony and honour.

The Essex Region Conservation Authority is a public sector organization established by the Province in 1973, and governed by local municipalities to deliver programs and services that

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further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in watersheds in the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region.

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Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck delivers the magic...

toys for Santa’s Cause for Kids.

For the past 21-years, the Santa’s Cause for Kids program has collected gift items for children of families facing economically challenging times.

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Through this program, area residents and local shoppers are able to purchase a new, unwrapped toy at several local businesses that participate in the annual collection drive, and place it in a depot for pick-up. Sometime

in mid-December, local firefighters and OPP officers work together to pick up the new, unwrapped gifts that local residents and shoppers placed in the Santa’s Cause for Kids drop-off depots. The items will be forwarded to the Essex Salvation Army, the Essex Area Food Bank, the St. Vincent de Paul chapters in Harrow and McGregor, and Zeta Kappa Sorority for its Santa’s Sack program. These organizations then distribute them to families in need.

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Photo by Dan Bissonnette: Katarina and Lincoln Mayville with their mom, Allison.

by Sylene Argent

In the 2022 Budget, the 2018-2022 Term of Council identified the need to revamp the Essex Centre and Harrow skate parks, and set aside $50,000 to reconstruct each.

Last week, the new, upgraded parks were installed, after members of the community had the opportunity to provide input on what they wanted to see in the new

infrastructure.

Jake Morassut, Director of Community Services for the Town of Essex, said the former pieces of infrastructure were deteriorating and needed to be replaced. In wanting to ensure the Town was delivering the level of service the community expected, staff turned to the community to ask residents what they wanted, keeping desires to

the current footprint and the budget allocated. To gather that information, a survey was issued in the early part of the summer.

From there, the Town forwarded the information gathered from the surveys to companies who may have wanted to design the infrastructure. Two companies submitted plans, which the communities of Harrow and Essex Centre had the chance to vote on. Both communities voted on the same design, he said.

The new design will provide for more use of the grinding rail, which will allow for more creative work, Morassut noted.

Planning for area playgrounds and park infrastructure, such as the skate parks, is identified through the Community Service Master Plan. The Town of Essex is looking to update its current plan, which was completed in 2015.

The new Community Service Master Plan will

guide the Town of Essex in maintaining its parks and playgrounds and other recreational assets for the next 15-years, as well as highlight short, medium, and long-term goals. It is hoped the document will be completed this spring. Morassut said he hosted a recreation tour last week with consultants

from Stantec, who will complete the Community Services Master Plan to get a better idea of the Town amenities. This is the same company that worked on the Streetscapes for Essex Centre and Harrow, which will help tie the projects together.

Community Input will be sought leading up to

laying out the Community Services Master Plan and Morassut urged community members to keep their eyes open for when the survey is issued and to be sure to voice their opinions. They are working on what sort of questions will be included in the survey to best understand the needs of the community.

Photo submitted by Mayor Elect Sherry Bondy. Crews installed the Essex Centre and Harrow skate parks last week.

by Sylene Argent

The Beatles and Beyond Tribute Charity Concert coupled live music and creating art in a unique and entertaining way on Friday evening, all while

charity concert supports musicians, artists

He said guitarists play their instruments without looking at the fretboard, so he saw an opportunity to create art without looking at his canvas. He uses the same size canvas to help guide him through the process.

Painting blindfolded can be a little scary, but Murray enjoys the challenge, and does it to raise awareness for the importance of supporting the arts.

financial hardships in the last three-years.

The concert organizers asked Windsor Endowment for the Arts to help distribute the proceeds from the concert to artists in the region through a Music ‘n Arts Aid Live microgrant program.

Murray was grateful to those who came out to support to show and the Music ‘n Arts Aid Live microgrant program.

supporting artists and musicians.

From the Chrysler Theatre in Windsor, artist Paul Murray painted the fab four as renowned musicians took to the stage beside him, playing beloved and wellknown songs from one of rock ‘n roll’s most popular bands, “The Beatles.”

Everyone loves “The Beatles,” Murray said of the flair of the event, which sold out. He spoke of the passion renowned musicians, like Wendell Ferguson and Richard Smith who were just some of the talent to take to the limelight during the event, have for the band, and how they enjoy paying tribute to its music onstage.

While the musicians performed, Murray accompanied them with his own artisanship, painting the four members of “The Beatles,” while blindfolded.

The paintings he created onstage were auctioned off and the proceeds, in addition to the proceeds from ticket sales, will benefit the Windsor Endowment for the Arts program to raise money for professional visual artists and musicians in Windsor-Essex, who have faced

Through the success of the show, Murray and fellow organizers are already working on organizing a similar event next year, and will pull from this year’s event to strengthen the future production.

Leamington

by Garrett Fodor

Entering the week, holding onto second

position in the rankings, the Leamington Flyers were looking to close

the gap on the London Nationals and get separation from the St.

Marys Lincolns.

Prior to Thursday’s puck-drop, the Flyers held a Remembrance Day ceremony, honouring Corporal Michael Barnewall, who completed a tour in Bosnia in 2003-04 and then in Afghanistan in 2006. He was wounded twice in battle. The second time was when he stepped on a landmine. He dropped the ceremonial first puck and spoke to the Flyers prior to the game.

In front of a crowd of 912 people on Thursday,

the Flyers hosted the last place Komoka Kings. It, however, did not look like a game between the second-place and last place team. The Kings came out with a jump, opening the scoring just four-minutes into the game, and doubled that four-minutes later.

Closing out the frame, the Flyers began to show life and cut the lead in half, when Ryan MacPherson beat Omar Hage. Just one-minute into the second period, Seth Martineau blasted a

shot through Hage to tie the game. Setting up for an exciting third period.

The Flyers continued to pressure the Kings, eventually breaking through their defense to take their first lead of the game. The Flyers held onto the 3-2 lead to secure two-points and outshot the Kings 49-24.

Closing out the week, the Flyers hit the road, traveling to Sarnia. Unlike Thursday, the Flyers came ready to set the tone early. Adrian Bosev put the Flyers on the board just three-minutes in and Hayden Reid doubled it seven-minutes later.

The Legionnaires scored one in the frame. In the middle frame, MacPherson continued his torrid pace, scoring his 12th of the season to make it a 3-1 game. The Legionnaires scored the opening goal in the period, before the Flyers rattled off three unanswered goals, including Billy VanSumeren’s powerplay marker to secure the 6-2 win.

The pair of wins puts Leamington just threepoints behind London and tied with St. Mary’s for second place.

Voice Of Inspiration

Carter, Events Coordinator for Community Relations, Rob Rende, Events Coordinator for Community Relations, and Geoff Bent, Community Relations Specialist, for Cogeco, were pleased to welcome 17 individuals to an event on Monday that helped seniors and older adults learn basic online navigation, use popular programs, and prevent falling victim to fraud and phishing scams.

by Sylene Argent

Cogeco cares about its clients, and that is why the service provider hosted a free online navigation, safety, and program session for seniors and older adults at the Maedel Community Centre on Monday.

Rob Rende, Events Coordinator for Community Relations, Geoff Bent, Community Relations Specialist, and Catie Carter, Events Coordinator for Community Relations for Cogeco, were pleased to welcome 17 individuals to the event. The session included a 45-minute presentation that covered a number of topics, such as how they can protect themselves from fraud and phishing scams and what to do to prevent falling victim, basic online navigation, and how to use popular programs.

The event also offered a Q&A session, which allowed the attendees to ask any questions they may have had about using their devices, getting familiar with popular programs, how to download apps and upgrade software, or how to safely explore the world wide web.

This was the first event of its kind the trio has hosted, and they were eager to use the experience as a way to navigate how to administer future events. The session was a way Cogeco could give back to the community of Essex and help residents discover how to navigate the internet safely.

The size of the class allowed the trio to give plenty of attention to each of those who signed-up and help them explore features on their own devices.

Though it is a long haul to organize such an event, with planning starting back in February, Murray noted it was fun to do and looks forward to future opportunities. To know the event sold out and had standing room only provided him with a nice feeling.

Murray noted that back in what he called his hay day, an artist could make a living through their art. Today, musicians and artists struggle. He tries to raise awareness of the importance of supporting artists and musicians.

When individuals get home from work, they want to spend time enjoying music, art, and entertainment, he explained. Being able to enjoy music and the arts “levels us out,” he said. “It is important to keep this going.”

He said he and his wife, KatiJane, have such a strong passion for what they do. He urged those striving to become artists and musicians who are passionate and talented to get their art out there.

“You have to hit the pavement,” he said.

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Pride Fest undertaking needs assessment

by Sylene Argent

Windsor-Essex Pride Fest hosted a pop-up event at the Essex Library on Tuesday, November 8 as a way to gather opinions and feedback regarding its “Windsor-Essex Qmunity” 2SLGBTQIA needs assessment.

The goal of the needs assessment is to improve

the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in WindsorEssex County, information about the project states. David Lenz of Windsor-Essex Pride Fest noted the purpose of the needs assessment is to understand the unmet needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals to build a more equitable community.

To better understand those needs, WindsorEssex Pride Fest hosted a series of pop-up events across the region since the beginning of the month as the first phase of the assessment, which will look into matters such as health and wellbeing, economy, and government.

The information gathered during the popup sessions will be used to better form a survey that will be launched in December for the 2SLGBTQIA community and its allies.

It is hoped 1200 individuals will fill out the survey when it is available. Focus groups will then be used to gather more data.

A common theme heard already, Lenz said, is lack of transportation to events, activities, and programs and that perhaps there may not be enough social programs available.

A plan will then be formulated and completed in the spring, accompanied with action items. Lenz said Windsor-Essex Pride Fest will then work with community partners and agencies across the region

to try to close gaps that are discovered.

The final step of the needs assessment will also focus on taking the priority needs and mobilizing decision-makers to take action for change.

Lenz is excited about the project, noting the last one was completed in 2008, and changes have occurred since then.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation provided Windsor-Essex Pride Fest with a Resilient Communities Grant to complete this assessment, which will provide an overall needs plan for the

region, in addition to more specific needs for each municipality, Lenz added.

For more information, log onto www.wepridefest. com/weqmunityna

Salvation Army Essex Church submitted

by Carolyn Barnett

Don’t forget the annual Christmas Tree lighting tomorrow night! November 18, at the Essex Town Hall, at 6 p.m. It’s the Christmas Kettle Kick Off, and we be collecting new, unwrapped toys for our toy drive. The Salvation Army will serve hot dogs and hot chocolate, so bring the family and welcome the Christmas Season. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there so you can take pictures with them. Come out and enjoy the fun!

Join us for Family Worship on November 20, at 10:30 a.m. Major Jim Hann’s sermon topic is Living Water.

On Tuesday, November 22, SA Connections will have guests from the Hearing and Dizziness Clinic to speak to us. All are welcome to attend. Lunch will follow. The program runs from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. At 1 p.m. Major Jim continues our Bible Study on the book of Luke.

We are thankful for the recent donations to our Food Bank. We are always in need of non perishable goods which can be dropped off on Tues., Wed., or Friday between 9 and 2. For information call the office at 519776-4628.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps

All are welcome to join us for our Sunday service, at 11 am each week.

Our final Vendors Market of the year is on December 17, from 10 am til 2 pm.

Giving Tuesday is November 29 with our focus on our Clothing Cupboard as it is in need of some upgrades. This ministry has been a vital service in our community for years now and we would like to make it better organized and accessible for those who use it.

For more information about what is happening at St Paul’s, visit our website at: www.stpaulstrinity.org) or our social media page.

Messages are checked regularly at the church office, at 519-776-7711 .

May the Peace of Christ be With You.

Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes Essex, Maidstone, McGregor, and Woodslee

Sunday Missals are in for those who ordered one and can be picked up at the office.

Euchre Night is on Monday, November 21, 7 pm, at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall, hosted by the Essex K of C.

Christian Families of the Holy Land will sell their olive wood carvings on Sunday, November 20, after 8:30 am Mass at St. Mary’s Church.

Essex SVDP is asking for gift cards for Christmas for local needy families. Please drop off in their Christmas Box at Holy Name of Jesus Church.

The St. Mary’s Mission club Christmas Giving Tree is up. Please take a tag and donate towards the WindsorEssex Refugee families.

St. Mary’s Youth Choir welcomes young people to join. Rehearsals for Christmas Eve Mass take place every Sunday at 10 am at St. Mary’s church.

An All-U-Can-Eat Pasta Dinner is planned at St. Mary’s Hall on November 23, 5-7 pm.

The K of C Fish Fry is on Friday, November 25, from

4:30 to 7 pm at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall with proceeds to the Essex Goodfellows.

The CWL and K of C Dues for 2023 are due. Please drop them off in the collection basket.

For up to date news please visit centralessexcatholic. dol or our social media page.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We invite you to join us each Sunday at 10:00 am inperson, or online. Visit us at www.essexcrc.ca for a link to our social media page.

Our “Take a book - Leave a book” library is now in front of Essex CRC church.

Join us on Saturday mornings from 8:45-9:30 am for a time of prayer for one another, the church, community, and the lives of those living around us. We will spend time sharing what God has placed on our hearts and praying to our loving God.

GEMS and Cadets meet on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts and games. All are welcome to attend.

Bethel-Maidstone United

Please join us to hear Rev. Paul’s message. All are welcome, the service begins at 10 am. Our building is wheelchair accessible. Join us for coffee hour after the service in the church hall. Sunday School is now available during the service.

A big thank you for the generous donations to the Ghana Water Well Project. We have been able to fund a third well and have a good start towards another one.

We will hold a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 19, from 10 am until 3 pm. A light lunch will be available.

We will celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion on Sunday, November 27, the First Sunday of Advent.

The secretary can be reached on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am - 1pm at: (519) 723-2284 and our email is bethelmaidstone@gmail.com. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone, near the corner of Manning Road and Talbot. www.bethelmaidstone.com

Antioch Christian Ministries Submitted by Karen Chaulk

Antioch Church, located at 455 County Rd. 34 W. Essex, invites you to join them for their Sunday Services at 10amChildren’s Ministry Classes are available during service for ages 18 month - Grade 6, beginning at 10:30am.

Youth meet on Fridays at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Young Adults meet every other Saturday at 7:30pm.

For more information about other meetings and service times, please visit: antiochcanada.ca

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 10:45am. Rev. Carl will lead the Service. You can also see the service and bulletin on our website: www. woodsleepastoralcharge. ca.

Coffee Hour is every Thursdays at 10am.

Trinity Anglican Church

There is a bit of a chill in

the air but we’re filled with warmth at Trinity.

Bible Study group continues on Wednesdays at 7 pm. All are welcome. No previous experience needed.

There is a Pot Luck Dinner on Wednesday, November 23, at 6 pm, followed by study group. All are welcome.

Our Reverse Advent calendar is out. Add a nonperishable item each day. Donations will go to the Essex Area Food bank

We will have a Food Drive on November 25, from 12:30 -2:30 pm, at the church

Order your meat and/or apple pie by calling the office at 519-839-5303.

Please join us for card making on Friday, November 25, at 1 p m. There is no charge but we ask that you register by calling Pat at 519-776-8005.

If you have a name suggestion for our outdoor chapel please let us know.

Looking ahead to December 24 with a planned Christingle Service.

We look forward to seeing you on Sundays at 9:30 am with Rev.’d Hilton Gomes. All are welcome.

Essex United Church

This coming Sunday, November 20th, Rev. Lexie Chamberlain will lead our worship service. We will celebrate “Reign of Christ” Sunday. This day marks the end of the liturgical year and the beginning of a new one. In some ways, it is like New Year’s Eve!

Each Sunday’s message will be online as part of our website, essexunitedchurch.ca. Please take a look and listen!

The Essex Food Bank is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 11:45. Their phone number is 519-7764070.

Essex Baptist Church

Our congregation is open and welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 10:30am. Recorded messages are on our website at: www.essexbaptist.com

We contiue to pray for God’s blessing on all of Essex County. Let us know how we can, more specifically, pray for you. (email: pastor@essexbaptist.com). 71 Maidstone Ave East.

FARMING

WANTED

Farm Land to Rent Cash or Share Crop Call Jeff Siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or (home) 519-776-9501. 1-t

WANTED - Sharecrop land - Ryan Olson at 519-982-4826. 44 -2t

SERVICES

MARTY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS - Tune-ups, repairs, & service on snowblowers, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, & more! 519-733-0986, (c) 519-965-5918. 1-tf

SERVICES

CONCRETE - Driveways, patios, shed pads, sidewalks, etc. Porch restorations. 35-years experience. Call: 519-9828894. 43-2t

KENNETH YARDWORKS Fall CleanUp. leaves, Trees, bushes, trimmed or removed. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning and repairs, power washing. Loads to the dump. Fully licensed & insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth: 519-982-0362. 1-tfn

FOR SALE

Thinking of planning ahead? FOR SALE2 SIDE-BY-SIDE BURIAL PLOTS in a serene setting in Victoria Memorial Gardens, Hwy#3, Windsor. Save $100’s off the current pricing. Asking $3300 + seller will split cost of transfer fee. Contact 226-280-7056 44-1t*

REAL ESTATE

Buying or selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty - Brokerage. 519-817-8891. 1-tt*

ESSEX MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION Annual General Meeting

FARM FOR SALE

FARM FOR SALE - 85 acres of farmland. South end of County Rd. #15 on east side of the road. Contact: 519-796-4618. 43-4t*

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED - Local truss assembly plant is hiring full-time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@rivardtruss.com

SOUTHGATE VILLAGE IS HIRING PSWSPermanent part-time midnights (with sign on bonus) - casual PSW. Please send resume to: jessi_pillon@srgroup. ca 43-3t

HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. No specific education required. Experience is an asset. Rate of pay- $15.50. To apply please email: Lindsay@policellafarms. com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 1-tfn

HELP WANTED: Tilray Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $15.50/hour. Full time hours - Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. Please apply at careers@tilray.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4.

WANTED

CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-1361 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn

CASH PAID for antiques, costume jewellery, furniture, gold, sterling, coins, tools, complete estates. We take it all! Free appraisals. Call 519-727-8894. 1-tfn

PERSONAL

No. 37 54 120 000 02810 0000; Ar thur Ave.; PIN 75224-0088 (LT ); File No. 21-03; Minimum Tender Amount: $5,386.57 2. Roll No. 37 54 440 000 00600 0000; 1474 County Rd. 15, Essex; PIN 75212-0055 (LT ); File No. 21-09; Minimum Tender Amount: $14,642.24 3. Roll No. 37 54 660 000 13100 0000; Lakeview Ave.; PIN 75190-0485 (LT ); File No. 21-17; Minimum Tender Amount: $19,869.06 This proper ty is subject to numerous Rights of Ways for beach and park purposes

4. Roll No. 37 54 670 000 14200 0000; Bellcreft Dr.; PIN 75190-0298 (LT ); File No. 21-18; Minimum Tender Amount: $9,469.89

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, crown interests, availability of road access, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Any interests of the Federal or Provincial Crown encumbering the land at the time of the tax sale will continue to encumber the land after the registration of the tax deed. Responsibility for ascer taining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The assessed value, according to the last returned assessment roll, may or may not be representative of the current market value of the proper ty This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. A full copy of the tax sale adver tisement and fur ther information about this matter is available on line at www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or you may contact:

M ichaele Woodiwiss, Tax Collector, The Corporation of the Town of Essex, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex ON. N8M 1A8 Telephone 519-776-7336 Ext. 1118

HIRING! LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE and LANDSCAPE LABOURERS, $18/hour. Experience necessary. Fax your resume to (519) 723-2336 or email to quinlaninc@ kelcom.igs.net 1-1tf

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PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS

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PERSONAL

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.” (Three times).

“Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. D.T.M. 42-1t*

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

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hosts collection drive to

World Day of the Poor

help,” she said.

Winger added the Windsor Essex Central Council has been involved with World Day of the Poor since it was first introduced. Although COVID-19 had hindered their efforts to raise public awareness of it, she observed that it is gradually gaining momentum.

Kathy Chenier, a Senior Clerk at the Essex Society Shoppe, explained that she has been involved with World Day of the Poor “for as long as I can remember.” She emphasized homelessness is not only an issue for large urban centers.

with big cities, but it is also a problem in small towns. In some ways, the situation can be worse for individuals in small towns, since there are no homeless shelters and they may end up sleeping behind dumpsters,” she said.

In the days leading up to November 13, Chenier and her staff accepted

donations at the Essex store. They also introduced take-home bags as a new giving option for this year.

“The take-home bags are something that we are doing as part of World Day of the Poor. We are asking residents to take a bag home and fill it with winter clothes and personal items

by Dan Bissonnette

Last week, the Saint Vincent de Paul Society Shoppe in Essex organized a collection drive in conjunction with World Day of the Poor. This day was originally initiated by Pope Francis in 2017, who called on Christians to “… love, not with words but with deeds.”

Though this day usually takes place on the second Sunday of November,

this year it took place on November 13. It is observed by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) councils around the world, as well as other Catholic service organizations.

For the SSVP’s Windsor Essex Central Council, its focus in the days leading up to World Day of the Poor was the homeless. Its five resale stores across Windsor and Essex County

all participated in food drives, as well as collected winter clothes and personal items.

Rosanne Winger, the General Manager of the Windsor Essex Central Chapter, explained that although the SSVP and World Day of the Poor have strong connections to the Roman Catholic Church, both are inclusive to people of all religions.

“The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul serves anyone in Windsor and Essex County, regardless of their faith. Any one of us could end up in need of

“Many people associate poverty and homelessness

Kathy Chenier and Faith Steel of the Essex Society Shoppe are pictured with some of the items that were donated as part of their World Day of the Poor community drive.

OBITUARIES

DONOVAN, Robert Eugene - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert on November 13, 2022 at Erie Shores Health Care at 83-years of age. Beloved husband and best friend of 48 years to Eileen Getty. Loving father of Jeffery (Joanne), Robert (Shauna) and Edward (Karen Best). Loving step-dad of the late Clifford, Robert, Duncan, Patti (Tom) Nelson of BC, Alan and Phillip. Cherished grandpa of 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

In respect of Robert’s wishes cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Foundation.

Doan, Patricia Lee

November 23, 1935 - November 13, 2008

I thought of you today. But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday. And days before that, too.

I think of you in silence. I often speak your name. All I have are memories. And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is a keepsake. From which I’ll never part. God has you in his arms. I have you in my heart. Until we meet again, Our love forever.

~ Sandie, Charlie, Christopher, Amanda, Melanie, Brooke, Claire, Félix, Gavin

OBITUARIES

LALONDE, Linda (nee Robinson)passed away peacefully surrounded by family, at home on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 73 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Louis (2021). Loving mother of Tracy Lewis and Dwayne Lalonde. Loving Grandma of Justin, Katie and Spencer. Great Grandma to Krystal Dainard. Dearest sister of Harold Robinson and sister-in-law of Lena McBride (Ronald) and Delores Marchand (Felix). A private family cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations made to Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Family and friends may share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

BATTERSBY, James Robert “Jim” - It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of James Robert Battersby “Jim” on November 10, 2022. Jim will be greatly missed by his loving wife Kim (nee Drouillard) and their two children Lindsey (Austin) and Jimmy (Olivia). Beloved son of the late Harry “Bus” and Ruth Battersby (nee Neuert). Dear brother of Gwen Hunt (the late Mike), Barb Battersby (Gary), Bonnie Mansell, Don Battersby and Dean Battersby. Sonin-law of Dan Drouillard and the late Beverly Drouillard. Brother-in-law of Joe Drouillard (Sherry), Chris Drouillard (Tammy) and Stephen Drouillard (Tom). He will be dearly missed by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Jim was a retired truck driver for Chrysler, a member of the Gosfield North Sportsman Association and the Windsor Flying Club. An avid outdoorsman and a proud new owner of a ’67 Pontiac GTO and ’74 Fleetwood Cadillac. An overall family man who enjoyed watching NASCAR and taking his best girl Daisy on walks. Memorial visitation will take place at the Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home (1525 Hwy #3 Oldcastle ON N0R 1L0 519-969-3939) on Sunday, November 20, 2022 from 2pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm. Memorial visitation will continue Monday, November 21, 2022 from 10am until time of chapel service at 11am. If you so desire, donations in honour of Jim may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

TURKEY DINNER -2:30 - 7:00pm. Pre-order at: www.cottamunitedchurch.ca/product/turkey-dinner/ NOV. 26 – LEAMINGTON CHRISTMAS PARADE - begins at 6pm, at Georgia Ave., continues North and ends at Fairgrounds. For info & to register float: 519-326-2721.

DEC. 3 – COLCHESTER NORTH HAYRIDE - Meet at Gesto Public School. 11am - 2pm. DEC. 10 – ESSEX SANTA CLAUS PARADE - at 6:30pm. Visit: www.santaparade.org for all info.

HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.

and then return it to us.”

While walking among the store’s assortment of clothes, books, and household items, Chanier discussed the other services that are offered. For example, there is a voucher program that allows the needy to procure items and a program that provides beds a few times each year.

At the back of the store, Chanier pointed out storage rooms that serve as pantries for their food bank. Over a dozen volunteers help deliver food six days a week. She said that there are presently about 50 local residents who rely on this service and expressed concern over whether they will be able to keep the shelves adequately stocked this coming winter.

Faith Steel, a cashier at the Essex store, echoed her manager’s concerns.

“Anytime there is a downturn in the economy, people who are struggling financially are the first to be impacted. The COVID situation has affected them, too. It seems that every year more and more people come to us and tell us that they need help.”

Winger and Chenier viewed World Day of the Poor as an opportunity to raise awareness and build community support. Yet, they also acknowledged their work is not limited to a single day, but rather an ongoing commitment to serving the needs within the community.

“We work year-round to help feed, clothe, and console

the poor in our community. We hope that the people in Windsor and Essex County will consider donating and volunteering, not just in honour of the World Day of the Poor, but year-round to help our friends and neighbours in need,” Winger commented.

To donate food, winter clothes, home goods or personal items, get a take-home bag or volunteer, visit the Essex resale store at 44 Talbot Street North. To learn more about the SSVP Windsor Essex Council and its work, log onto http://www.ssvpwindsoressex.com/index.html.

Kristin Ives named President of the Ontario Historical Society

Kristin Ives, Curator/ Education Coordinator at the Essex Region Conservation Authority was named as President of the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) at its Annual Meeting on November 2. She has served on the OHS Board since 2013, most recently, as its Vice President.

“I am honoured to have been elected as President of the Ontario Historical Society,” said Ms. Ives. “The Society has had a great influence on my professional development as a historian, and on the way in which I view our remarkable Province through the individual stories shared illustrating each community’s unique culture and heritage, as well as through our collective experiences

over time. I am grateful to the now Past President, Dr. Michel Beaulieu, for his incredible example of advocacy, leadership and service to our over 800 affiliated societies, member organizations, and member institutions. I look forward to the opportunities and challenges that this role brings, and I am eager to learn more about the incredible work being done across our province in the heritage and culture sector, and for my new role in helping to preserve and share those stories widely.”

Kris has been an integral part of the ERCA team since 2000, first as the Assistant Curator of the John R. Park Homestead and then as Community Events Coordinator, before being promoted to the Curator/Education Coordinator in 2014.

Under her leadership, the Homestead has been recognized as the Best Museum or Heritage Space in Windsor/Essex for three years. She has curated dozens of interactive exhibits about the human and natural heritage of the Essex Region, including notable educational pieces on the Passenger Pigeon, Monarch Lifecycles, the Science of Maple, the restoration of the Detroit River and many more. She also serves on the Ontario Museums Association Regional Museum Network, the SouthWestern Ontario Heritage Council, the Conservation Ontario’s Watershed Interpreters’ Network, and is a former Chair of the Libro Credit Union – Windsor-Essex South Council. She volunteered for Museum Windsor from 2000 to 2020 and served as its Chairperson for a decade.

Founded in 1888, the OHS is a not-for-profit corporation and registered charity bringing together people of all ages and cultural backgrounds interested in preserving aspects of Ontario’s history.

In 1899, the Legislative Assembly of Ontario granted OHS the legal power and responsibility to incorporate not-for-profit historical organizations.

The Society is the only notfor-profit in North America with this legal tool to establish and incorporate other not-for-profit

historical corporations.

The OHS is an inclusive, extensive membership-based historical organization, dedicated to working with all cultures, all religions and with Indigenous Peoples. It is the largest organization of its kind in Canada that is growing through grassroots community engagement focused on the protection and promotion of Ontario’s history.

“We are so incredibly proud of Kris and she is most deserving of this honour,” said ERCA CAO Tim Byrne. “She has been integral in inspiring a passion for our region’s history for more than 100,000 students over her more than 20 years as an educator, and preserving and interpreting the precious artifacts –including the historic home of John and Amelia Park, for the next generation of conservationists. Her role as President of this provincial organization is a testament of her professionalism, and a significant benefit for all historic properties in the

Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region.”

The Essex Region Conservation Authority is a public sector organization established by the Province in 1973, and governed by local

municipalities to deliver programs and services that further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in watersheds in the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region.

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George Turnbull of Leamington, Ontario, was driving his early ‘60s Rambler station wagon when reverse in his automatic transmission gave out and he had it repaired at an auto shop for $150.

Two weeks later, reverse quit again and with George attending college, there was no money to get it fixed again. So George did the next best thing: he drove his Rambler wagon without using reverse. How is that possible, you ask?

George never parked in a space unless he could drive straight out again. And whenever he parallel parked on the street, he kept driving around until he saw an empty parking space at the end of the block.

George’s story reminded me of Larry Duggan, who owned a 1955 Packard sedan with no reverse. He always parked it on the street in front of his house, so he could climb in and drive off whenever he wanted to.

And whenever his friends wanted to meet him for coffee, they wanted to go in his Packard, a real classic then and now. They would head to the nearest coffee shop and push the car backwards into a parking spot. After they had coffee, they climbed back in, Larry stepped on the gas, and away they went!

I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca

Red Raiders dominance continues

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The Essex District High School (EDHS) Senior Red Raider Football squad headed into its final regular season game, accompanied by an all star group of the top players from the AA Champion Junior squad, this past Friday night for a hometown finale under the lights against Masse Secondary.

Once again, Essex was victorious and added another “Goose” to its total of six shutout wins in seven

games with a final score of 44-0 win.

The EDHS Program(Junior/Senior) had a total of 11 wins and 1 loss, with a collective 386 points for and 39 points against, on the season.

Both squads boasted the No.1 Defence, top passing attacks and exceptional special teams groups.

The entire staff of EDHS Football is extremely appreciative to be back on the grass

and contributing to the community through the great game of football.

The Essex Red Raiders Seniors square off in a Bowl Game, under the lights, against Sandwich Secondary, at St.Clair College, this Saturday, November 19, at 7:00 pm (weather permitting).

Come support the team and bring your noise makers as EDHS looks to cap off a successful season with a big playoff win…

GO RED RAIDERS!

George Turnbull’s reverse-less Rambler

This 1964 Rambler station wagon will remind George of his reverse-less Rambler wagon.

by Garrett Fodor

Holding onto a first-place position in the Stobbs Division, the Essex 73’s hoped to strengthen its grip on the standings as the team had a pair of matchups with the two teams directly below them in the rankings.

The 73’s began the week hosting the Blenheim Blades. The Blades gave the 73’s a tough time in previous matchups this season, with the 73’s sneaking out wins each time. In the first period, the 73’s came out firing, testing Blades’ goaltender, Owen Lemieux. Despite firing 11 shots at the Blades’ goaltender and

controlling much of the puck possession, the 73’s entered the intermission holding onto a narrow 1-0 lead, as Jacob Cruickshank beat Lemieux with twominutes remaining in the opening period.

They continued to test Lemieux and the Blades’ defense, often slicing through them with speed and slick passes. They doubled their lead midway through the frame as Jack Bulmer sifted a shot through bodies, before finding the net. Through 40-minutes, the 73’s carried a 2-0 lead, while outshooting the Blades 23-15. In the final frame, the 73’s managed the puck and limited the amount and

quality of chances rookie goaltender, Cavan McCabe, saw. Controlling the possession, the 73’s skated to a 2-0 win, with McCabe turning aside 22 shots to earn his sixth win and second shutout on the season.

Closing out the week, the 73’s traveled across town to face-off against the rival Lakeshore Canadiens. With the 73’s defeating the Canadiens in earlier this year, the Canadiens players were looking for revenge.

Following puck-drop, it was apparent these teams did not like one another. Bodies were flying all over, with both teams not missing an opportunity for a bodycheck. Both teams exchanged chances, but a majority of the opening period was spent in the 73’s defensive zone. As a result, the Canadiens outshot the 73’s 15-6, while scoring the lone goal in the period.

The second period was much of the same style of game play, with both teams not shying away from throwing their body weight around. Unlike the first period, the second was not as disciplined, as teams combined for 26-penalty minutes in the frame alone.

Both teams got a chances with special teams, but it was the 73’s that capitalized with a goal scored on a man-

advantage. Ryan McKim blasted a shot through Romano Liburdi to tie the game at one. Through 40-minutes, the score was tied, while the Canadiens outshot the 73’s 23-17.

In the third period, the 73’s offense took over. The team controlled the puck throughout much of the 20-minutes and tested Liburdi. Midway through the period, they broke through, as Liam Hall beat Liburdi to give the 73’s a 2-1 lead.

The Canadiens pushed, but Adrian McBride would not be beaten again. The 73’s added an empty net goal, as well as a last-minute power-play goal, leading to the Essex 73’s skating away with a 4-1 win. Final shot totals were 29-29.

The pair of wins gives Essex an eight-point lead on Lakeshore and a 10-point lead on Blenheim. The 73’s have dropped just one game through 15 matchups.

Joseph McLeod with the Essex-Kent Scottish Regiment and his son ‘JoJo’ McLeod prepare for the puck drop during the Remembrance Day ceremonies before Friday night’s game to honour our veterans

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Hockey U13 team as it continued play in the Bluewater League hockey.

On Wednesday night, ESP hosted the Kent Cobras and handily defeated its opponent 7-0. Ben Liebrock, Tyler Thomas, Jonathan Recker, Austin Goudie, Kayden Cook, Nash Feurth, and Derek Dunn each scored, while Trent Chevalier earned the shutout in net.

On Friday night, the ESP hockey team hosted the Tecumseh Shoreline Eagles. Again, the home team skated to an 8-2 victory. Derek Dunn paced his squad potting a hat trick while Ben Liebrock scored twice and Tyler Thomas, Nathan Mariuz, and Owen Derksen added singles in the win. Kevin Ondic backstopped his team to the win.

On Saturday, ESP travelled to Belle River to face off against the Canadiens and earned its third victory of the week. The final score was 9-1 with Derek Dunn and AJ Youssef each scoring a pair of goals. Nathan Mariuz, Brayden Foster, Nash Feurth, Kayden Cook, and Austin Goudie scored one apiece to help their team to the win.

Trent Chevalier stood tall between the pipes to earn the win.

Next up for the ESP Hockey team is the AA Guelph Power Play Tournament.

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MacPherson twins sign National Letters of

Intent, committing to play NCAA hockey

by Garrett Fodor

A pair of Leamington Flyers signed a commitment to play hockey at the next level together.

The twin brothers, Ryan and Connor MacPherson, who have played together their entire lives, were drafted in the 2021 OHL draft by the same team, and are now committing to both play NCAA D1 hockey at the University of New Hampshire.

The forwards are in their second campaign with the Flyers, playing on the same line together. Connor has registered 81 points in 63 games, while Ryan has 76

points in 68 games.

“To sign and make it official is really a dream come true,” Connor said. “I’d like to thank the Flyers organization for giving me a place to play and develop the last two seasons and everyone else who has helped me along the way.”

It’s such a great accomplishment to make it official, finally,” Ryan agreed. “I want to thank my family, friends, and the Leamington Flyers for guiding me along this journey.”

The pair originally verbally committed last season

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Pictured are EssexSouthpoint ESP Hockey U10 REP team members Hunter St. Louis, Jace Lalonde, Mason Reid and Logan Heide (L to R) they proudly volunteered to sell poppies in honour of Rememberance Day, outside of the Nov. 10th Leamington Flyers home game, in support of the Wheatley Legion Branch 324.

as 16-year-olds as they chose to pursue the NCAA route, rather than signing and committing to the OHL. As a part of the process, they could not make it official until turning 17, among other factors.

Last season, as 16-year-olds, both Connor and Ryan, were a part of the GOJHL’s Western Conference “Rookie All-Star Team,” while Connor received the Rookie of the Year honours, leading the Flyers in scoring with 57 points (27 goals and 30 assists) in 48 games.

Flyers’ General Manager, Justin Solcz, said the team is extremely happy for both of them. He noted both are great hockey players and even better people, working hard on and off the ice to earn the opportunity to play at the next level.

They head to suit up for the University of New Hampshire Wildcats, playing out of the competitive Hockey East Conference, against the likes of Boston University, University of Massachusetts, and Boston College, among others. The Wildcats have appeared in the NCAA Frozen Four a total of seven times.

“They have worked so hard to improve their games, so I am not surprised by this achievement,” Flyers’ Head Coach, Dale Mitchell, stated. “They are excellent hockey players who want to learn and get better every day. I know they will be fantastic players for UNH.”

For the Flyers, Connor and Ryan became the third and fourth players in the last three-years to commit to an NCAA D1 University. They join Zach Borgiel, who committed to fellow Hockey East school, Merrimack, and Adam Jeffrey, who committed to RIT.

Ryan and Connor will both be a part of the Flyers team for the rest of the season and will be in the lineup on Thursday, November 17, as they host the St. Marys Lincolns. For the club, it is also Pajama Toss night to collect pajamas for Lola’s Pajama Fairy Project, following Leamington’s first goal of the night.