2 I News
Essex Free Press
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Still hope for Obstetrics Unit in Leamington
Midwife Andrea Cassidy addresses a packed house at the Roma Club on Wednesday at a public meeting of Erie St. Clair Local Integration Health Network. The meeting was held to hear concerns regarding the closure of obstetrics at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.
by Jennifer Cranston The obstetrics unit at Leamington District Me-
morial Hospital has a glimmer of hope following an open meeting last Wednes-
day night. The Board of Directors at LDMH decided to close the obstetrics unit at the hospital as part of a realignment of services. The plan has come in response to funding shortfalls and a study conducted by the Hay Group. Medical professionals, local politicians and other stakeholders addressed the meeting. Rick Nicholls MPP for Chatham Kent spoke out against the decision as did every other politician present. “We need to find creative ways to keep it open,Ó he said. The closure would see women having to travel a minimum of 45 minutes to Windsor to deliver babies, which is considered unsafe by many experts at the meeting. Ò I can only imagine making that trip in bad weather,Ó said mother and MPP for Windsor West Lisa Gretsky. Ò When a mother is under stress, the baby is under stress.Ó About 300 babies are delivered at LDMH annu-
ally and that number is on the rise. Contrary to predictions made by the Hay Group, municipalities project a rise in population and a rise in births in coming years. MPP for Essex Taras Natyshak told the LIHN, who will make the final decision, that he and his colleagues will help them to keep the maternity ward open. Ò You have the unanimous support of your elected officials,” he said. “We will fight alongside you should you chose to work to keep this open.Ó He said it was important to send a strong message that we will not tolerate any more service reductions in Essex County. There were questions other than population projections raised about the report. The report illustrated the Ò catchmentÓ area for the hospital as being Leamington and Kingsville. Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain pointed out that much of Lakeshore uses that hospital including his own family. Leamington Mayor John Paterson explained that removing the ability to deliver babies in Leamington would hurt the community as a whole and thwart economic development. He said that three new
subdivisions are expected in Leamington, but families and businesses will not move to a community that is lacking in essential services like obstetrics. Medical personnel from the OB unit also spoke to the crowd. They pointed out a rise in patients over the last year, contrary to the study. They also painted a picture of the women birthing their babies in Leamington. Many of them are Mennonite, have little or no English and often do not drive. Having to travel to Windsor would be nearly impossible for many of these women and once there they would struggle to communicate with their caregivers. The LHIN board passed a motion to further investigate and look for a way to keep the unit open.
They moved that Ò the Erie St. Clair LHIN Board direct staff to compile, review, and consider all of the input received from the community at the Erie St. Clair LHIN Ò SpecialÓ Open Board Meeting of November 12, 2014 as well as alternatives from other communities, and provide the Board with a briefing and Terms of Reference to establish an expert panel and recommendations for a timeline going forward at a future LHIN Ò SpecialÓ Open Board Meeting on November 27, 2014.Ó They continue to seek public input on the matter and invite people to contact them online at www. eriestclairlhin.on.ca, by phone: 1-866-231-5446 ext. 3215, or by mail at 180 Riverview Drive, Chatham ON, N7M 5Z8.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
News I 3
Essex Free Press
Essex Council Notes - November 17 by Sylene Argent Resident requests enhanced safety at Hanlan crosswalk Hanlan Street resident Patrick Giovanni Poloni approached Council in hopes of increasing the safety at the pedestrian crosswalk at Hanlan Street South and Fairview Ave. Holy Name Catholic Elementary School students rely on the crosswalk. He was grateful to be able to express his concerns about crossing at this intersection. He said there have been many instances 2 col x 2” of near misses with traffic and pedestrians that he has heard of, including In House one near miss involving his daughter. He asked Council to study the liability of placing some type of enhanced safety mechanism at this intersection for everyone concerned, and to be proactive in this manner.
Jeff Willms*
MBA, CFP®, CLU, CH.F.C., CHS
Willms Financial Services Inc.* Greenwood Centre 3200 Deziel Drive, Suite 508 Windsor, ON N8W 5K8
The mornings are much different than the afternoons at the intersection, Poloni said. In the afternoon there is more congestion at the corner because of parents picking-up their children at school. In the morning, when there are fewer vehicles around, people are always in access of 40kms/hour, he said. Holy Name Catholic Elementary School is Ò located directly on a major artery of transportation,Ó in Essex Centre, Poloni said. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he has noticed issues with safety at that location. Lana He does agree that when there is less traffic, drivers tend to pick up speed. He believes something should be done at the intersection, and believes it will become busier when Fairview is redone. Expansion plans for Hwy 3, with the possible closing of
Tel: 519-974-3200 ext. 2223 Fax: 519-974-3282 willms.financial@sunlife.com www.sunlife.ca/wfs.inc.
*Mutual funds offered by Sun Life Financial Investment Services (Canada) Inc.
The 19th at Wildwood
the route from the Hwy from Victoria Ave., could increase traffic at this intersection, he added. Councillor Randy Voakes agreed with Meloche. He wondered if Council was to eventually approve implementing a safety mechanism of some kind if the funding would come from the 2015 budget, or if it should be included in the Fairview Ave. reconstruction project. He believes all crosswalks in Essex could use some work. Council received the presentation and passed April 4, 2013 the motion to have administration review the crosswalk and come back to Council in the near future with best alternatives. Meloche made the motion.
Notice of Motion for Harrow schools Councillor Sherry Bondy noted she recently had a chance to read the annual accommodation and capital planning report for the GECDSB. She said it was alarming as it pertains to Harrow Centre. She put a Notice of Motion forward for the December 15 Essex Council meeting, that Essex Council write to the GECDSB reaffirming the commitment of this Council to the future of education in Harrow
HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH 146 Talbot St. S., Essex
519-776-8483
CWL
TURKEY DINNER
& BAZAAR
T TAKE OU E L B AVAILA for Ticketsr are e n in d at availaboleor d e th
SUNDAY, NOV. 23, 2014
From Noon to 5 p.m. in our Parish Hall
$14 /Adult $6 /child 6 to 10 years old 5 years & under are FREE
Come And See Our Craft Tables • Baked Goods • Raffles
& Bazaar
Take-out available
Thursday, Nov. 27 • 1-6 p.m. Adults $15, Kids 6-12 $7, Preschool - free DPM INSURANCE GROUP On your side. 29 Talbot Street North, Essex, Ontario Phone: (519) 776-6457
IT’S BETTER AT SCHINKELS’
OPEN: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8-6; T Thursday & Friday 8-8; Saturday 8-6; Closed Sunday
68 Talbot St. N., Essex • 519-776-7541 • www.schinkels.com SALE STARTS FRIDAY! Prices in effect from Friday, Nov. 21 to Thursday, Nov. 27
5 $ 99 Roasts Bacon 4 $ 99 Gyro $ 99 4 Perogies 3 Meat $ 49 Atlantic $ 99 Tourtière 3 Salmon 7 Sirloin Tip $
99
Grades AA-AAA Beef
Legacy
Award Winner
/LB.
& Beef Stew Cubes
Pelmen 454-625g Packs 7 Flavours
Available Weekend Only or While Supplies Last!
/LB.
Frozen Beef & Lamb Slices
/LB.
/Pkg.
Fresh
991-1644
519
11112, 11th Concession Rd., McGregor
Turkey Dinner
Continued on Page 5
• 130 seats - Fully Catered • Company and Personal Parties
Wildwood Golf & RV Resort
See Us Today!
Annual
Discussions on Jackson Park Pavilion Members of the Harrow Kinsmen and the Harrow Colchester South Lions Club approached Council, hoping it would approve entering into an agreement with the two organizations to construct a new picnic pavilion at the Harrow/Jackson Park at the Colchester Harbour, that the pavilion be named
BANQUET ROOM Booking for Christmas now! Only 15 minutes from Essex
For All Your Financial & Insurance Needs...
Centre. The reason Bondy said she is concerned is because the report is bleak when it comes to education in Harrow. She read two lines from the report, one of which highlighted that Harrow is continuing to experience declining enrollment, aging infrastructure, and increasing renewal cost. The second sentence she shared from the document said it is Ò time to revisit the viability of maintaining the current arrangement.Ó Ò I donÕ t know what that means,Ó Bondy said. She hopes Council will support her notice of motion on Dec 15, adding she believes all can imagine the devastation to the municipality if the high school or grade school were removed from Harrow Centre. She believes Harrow is on the brink of expanding.
Cottam United Church
Boneless Fillets
/LB.
Try our Tzatziki Sauce!
Made InStore
French Canadian Meat Pie
$
/300g Pie
1199 /1200g Pie
4 I Opinion
Essex Free Press
Editorial &Opinion
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Live & Uncensored ••• Comment Richard Parkinson •••
The importance of Remembering
Serving Essex and the surrounding communities since 1896.
Published Thursdays as an independent weekly newspaper, owned and operated by The Essex Voice Limited. Richard Parkinson Ray Stanton - London Publishing Corp. OUR STAFF Sandy Kennedy / Andrew Beaudoin - Office Jessica Azar - Graphic Design / Social Media Lana Garant - Graphic Design Greg Belchuk - Advertising Sales Manager Sylene Argent - News Reporter Jennifer Cranston - News Reporter Shelley Beaudoin - Graphic/Production Richard Parkinson - Editor
CiRCULATiON
The Essex Free Press is an audited publication with controlled circulation of 10,000.
DELivERy
Delivery concerns can be addressed by contacting our office during regular office hours at 519-776-4268
ARChivES
The Essex Free Press has been digitized from 1895 to 1968 and is fully searchable at http://ink.ourontario.ca.
OPiNiON & COMMENT
The opinions expressed on these pages are those of their original authors and do not necessarily represent the opinion of the Essex Free Press, its Editor or Publisher.
LETTER POLiCy
The Essex Free Press welcomes letters to the editor on topics of interest to our readers. Letters should be typed or neatly handwritten and present the issues as clearly as possible in 300 words or less. We reserve the right to edit for length, grammar, and legal considerations. All letters must contain the name, address, and daytime phone number of the writer for verification purposes. Anonymous letters will not be considered for publication. if you have a legitimate concern and cannot sign your name to a letter, please contact the editor to discuss alternative means of handling the issue.
I wasn’t sitting in the office when the story broke that the Greater Essex County District School Board was allowing students to opt-out of Remembrance Day activities, due to the safety concerns some parents had in light of the recent attack on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. That story is old news now, but some of the comments defending the boardÕ s decision really bugged me and continue to stick with me. The specific comments I am referring to are those that stated people shouldnÕ t have to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies because it is their right not to do so. IÕ ll paraphrase here what my reply to those types of comments were: Democracy is a privilege, not a right. That privilege came at great cost. In fact, the right to ignore that cost Ð by not attending Remembrance Day services - was paid for in human lives. For those who said they wouldnÕ t attend because they see Remembrance Day services as a celebration of war, I say you have missed the point of Remembrance Day services entirely. Remembrance Day services, in my mind, are a way to say thanks to those who paid the price, those whose lives were lost so we could live ours in freedom. Had those young men and women
chose to ignore the call (and I am talking specifically about World War 2 here) then the world would have been a very different place, a place where there would be no choice. While people shouldnÕ t be forced to Remember, they should naturally feel a very strong obligation to do so. Sadly, I think the heavy focus on oneÕ s rights has seriously eroded the argument of the obligation. People feel less obligated to do anything any more because they have the Ô rightÕ to do nothing. I hope I am wrong, but I fear the time when our cenotaphs stand almost empty on Remembrance Day because people no longer feel the obligation to Remember, because they have forgotten that democracy (and freedom, even the freedom to do nothing) is a privilege that was paid for in lives and blood. Already, I see cracks in our efforts to hold up our corner, to really remember Ò themÓ and honour their very real sacrifices. Closing down the Veterans Affairs offices was a real slap in the face. I see it as a morbid winding down and I have the sinking feeling some consultant in Ottawa said, Ò Well, there wonÕ t be many real veterans left in a few years, the last of the World War 2 vets will be dead, so we can close the offices and move everything online. WeÕ ll save a bunch of money.Ó If thatÕ s true, then we have put a
pitiful price on democracy and the lives that were lost to defend it. We will have become morally bankrupt to the highest degree. Again, I hope I am wrong. If we continue to slide down this slippery slope we will no doubt make the same mistakes we made decades ago. We will have another costly war (and IÕ m talking about the cost in human lives and suffering, not the monetary cost). We will have a new generation of veterans in vast numbers. We will have to Remember them, because we forgot to Remember the ones who came before them. It is the idea (and fear) of history repeating itself. Right now, the fear of that is real enough for one veteran to take notice. 91-year old Harvey Leslie Smith wrote a book, HarryÕ s Last Stand. The book is a Ò rallying cryÓ to todayÕ s youth to not got back to the bad-old-days that led to the Great Depression and World War 2. Harvey has nothing to gain through speculation. He is simply telling the blunt truth. While you have the right to ignore HarveyÕ s wisdom and you have the right to not Remember, you best Ô rememberÕ that those rights are really privileges and those who paid for those privileges gave up their bright trouble-free futures so you could enjoy yours.
ADvERTiSiNG
Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of an error, the portion of the ad occupied by the error, will not be charged for, but the balance will be paid at the usual rate. it is the responsibility of the advertiser to check an ad on first publication, and the publisher accepts no responsibility for errors in multiple insertions. The Essex Free Press reserves the right to reject or edit any advertisement likely to offend community standards. Display Advertising Deadline: Friday at 4:00 pm
COPyRiGhT
The entire contents of The Essex Free Press and its website, including but not limited to layout composition, artwork, news copy, editorial copy and photographs, are protected by copyright. No portion there of is to be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the specific permission of the publisher.
The Essex Free Press
Office: 16 Centre St. Essex, Ontario Mail to: P.O. Box 115 Essex, Ontario N8M 2Y1
Phone: 519.776.4268 Fax: 519.776.4014
email: essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
www.sxfreepress.com
Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - What else but the weather? I have heard it said around here that it is a subject common to everyone and if you donÕ t like the existing weather just wait a few hours and it will change. I think that is an overstatement, particularly in mid-winter. What is so rare as a day in June? I know it is not June but these cold days make us think of that month. After writing that I recall a poem I had to memorize in elementary school about the death of the flowers. Actually, in my mind it is about November. It starts with the melancholy days are come, the saddest of the year, of wailing winds and naked woods and meadows brown and sere. The poem is too long to quote here. The author is stated as Bryant. Here are some excerpts: from the wood top calls the crow throughout the gloomy day. Where are the flowers that lately stood and states they are lying in
their lowly beds? The rain is falling where they lie, but the cold November rain calls not from out the gloomy earth the lovely ones again. When comes the calm mild day, as still such days will come to call the squirrel and the bee from out their winter home. I donÕ t think the squirrels bother about a winter home around here. I see some of them almost every day all winter, still trying to get the peanuts we leave for the birds So we are somewhat like those squirrels because we donÕ t hibernate either but I think we donÕ t forget where we put our winter food supply like those bushy tailed rats forget! I told you about one digging in my flower box and leaving the nut sitting beside it. I have put away the box but the nut is still there. I wouldnÕ t want its owner to do without it but I bet it will still be there next spring!
See our website for more news, photos, and updates that did not make this weekÕ s print edition.
www.sxfreepress.com
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
News I 5
Essex Free Press
Essex Council Notes... Ò The Atlas Tube Pavilion,Ó and that the terms and conditions be the same as the agreement for the pirate ship playground that was erected in the Park a few years ago. It was also asked that both clubs have free use of the pavilion as long as they are active. Members of the clubs indicated they wanted to propose Ò The Atlas Tube PavilionÓ To Council, and that the infrastructure be located in the Southwest corner of the park. This has been discussed with administration. They hope to have a challenge with engineering students for the design. The winner would likely get a prize. It was the members understanding that Atlas Tube would donate steel for the project. There is $5,000 on the books for the project. Essex CAO Russ Phillips commented there have been conversations between administration
and the two groups about this project to make sure it would be situated in the Park where it would fit not only presently, but also in the future. This plan will come back to Council once that is ratified. Councillor Sherry Bondy thanked the groups for their commitment, and for putting their time and resources back into the community. She looks forward to seeing the final result. Council received the report and approved the project in principal. Spitfire is donated to Essex Essex Council moved the two recommendations presented regarding the Southern Ontario Military Muster and its Essex Spitfire Memorial project subcommittee on the donation of the Spitfire replica monument located in the Heritage Gardens. The first recommendation was to receive to
Continued from Page 3
Community ServiceÕ s Report Ò Agreement with the Southern Ontario Military Muster on the donation of the Spitfire Replica Plane Located in the Heritage Gardens.Ó The second was that an agreement with the Southern Ontario Military Muster on its donation of the plane to the Town of Essex be approved, subject to terms and conditions outlined in the related bylaw. This will have Essex take over the ownership and maintenance of the Spitfire replica plane, now named Priscilla. In the report to Council, it notes in phase two of the project, the Town of Essex will work with the Southern Ontario Military Muster on a plan for the site, including a location for the Veterans Memorial. It is expected phase two may take between two and four years to complete. Administration and the Southern Ontario Military Muster agree an agreement should be in place between both parties on expectations and overall responsibility of the upkeep of the Spitfire replica, it further states in the report. Funding for the regular maintenance of the Heritage Gardens is funded through the
519-776-5287
Community Services operating budget. Ò On behalf of the Municipality, thanks to both of your groups for [bringing] the wonderful Spitfire in our municipality,Ó McDermott said. Election Reporting Results Council received the ClerkÕ s report regarding reporting results for the 2014 Essex Municipal Election. In the report it states EssexÕ s 2014 Municipal Election was held utilizing the Vote By Mail method, as well as optical scanning vote tabulators, which were used to tally votes. Two advanced polls were held in McGregor Centre and one advanced poll was held in Harrow Centre. The number of eligible electors by the end of October 27, 2014 was 15,462, the report continued. The percentage of electors who voted in 2014 was 51.28 percent, compared to 52.55 percent in 2010. Essex received the second highest voter turnout in the region, behind Tecumseh. EssexÕ s Ward one, Essex Centre, had the highest voter turnout of the four Wards with 53.83 percent. Essex Mayor Ron McDermott thanked
www.countrysidechrysler.com
EssexÕ s Clerk Cheryl Bondy and her co-workers for the job they did during the election. Ò It was unbelievable. You guys were just like bees, [you] never stopped.Ó Essex supports Collingwood’s call to reconsider postal plan Essex Council received and supported
CollingwoodÕ s correspondences to encourage Canada Post to reconsider the decision to eliminate home-tohome postal delivery, as it will disadvantage many seniors and people with mobility problems. It was asked that a letter of support be sent to Canada
Continued on Page 9 TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM
TRAVEL
LTD. ESSEX
519-776-6439
Established in 1948 • OT 0046911 76 TALBOT ST. N.
Dec 6 *Snow White, St Jacobs Country Playhouse, lunch included, kick off your holidays with this interactive show. $139.00 Dec 6 * St Jacobs Farmers Market and Village, shopping at the market and in the village $79.00 Jan 22-29 *Varadero, Cuba, all-inclusive resort, Iberostar Laguna Azul 4 star plus, from Windsor. Call for details. Feb 13- 14 A Valentine’s Mystery Tour, includes 5 meals, overnight hotel, and mystery visits, $389.00 Mar 21-28 Myrtle Beach, includes 14 meals, oceanfront resort, sightseeing and more $1399.00 * guaranteed departure, all prices based on twin and include taxes.
Pet Of The Week: Andy Andy tends to be a timid boy that is looking for his forever home. He is a pretty quiet dog that has previous lived with both dogs and cat very peacefully. As Andy tends to be quite sensitive we are recommending that he go to a forever home with no young children. He would be so happy curled up on the couch on a cold winter night just content as can be. Andy would also benefit from sharing his home with another dog or cat for a little extra company. This pet also comes with 6 weeks of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information please visit www.ospcainsurance.ca or call 1-866-6002445. Drop by the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter to visit at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph.: 519-966-5751. The adoption center is open everyday at 11am.
6 I Ad Feature
Essex Free Press
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Community I 7
Essex Free Press
Red Raiders rally for Maforeka
by Jennifer Cranston The Essex Red Raiders hosted its annual pasta dinner on Monday at the Essex Legion to raise money for the school in Africa that they built a few years ago and continue to support. Usually the $3,500$4,000 they raise at these dinners is enough to keep the school running throughout the year. This year, the money will be used for a different purpose; keeping the students, staff and their
emails allows the students in Essex to connect with families from Maforeka and the region. Bruner explained how moving it is to see how many lives have changed because of the work done here in Essex by the Raider Community. For more information on the Maforeka Raiders visit essexdistricthighschool. com.
families alive. The Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone, where the school is located, has students staying home and communicating with teachers via two-way radio. No crops were harvested in Sierra Leone this year. Food prices have skyrocketed, so some of the money raised will go to buy rice at $45 a bag. In many parts of Africa, lack of education, superstition and distrust of foreigners has accelerated
the spread of the deadly disease. Money raised on Monday will also go to kits that include disinfectant and instructions on how to prevent spread of disease. Ò None of our kids have become ill,Ó said project initiator John Garinger, knocking on wood. Traditionally the EDHS Leadership class organizes the dinner and this year is no exception. Tamara Bruner is a member of that class. She explained how contact through Facebook and
Shane Merritt, Cory Lemire, Marcus Harrison and Jimmy Koumoutsidis clear tables at a pasta fundraiser for the Maforeka Raiders.
CHRISTMAS KETTLE
KICK-OFF & TREE LIGHTING (In conjunction with the Essex B.I.A.)
Friday, Nov. 21st at 6:00 p.m.
D DRINK, FOOD AN IDES AND R E G CARRIA HOOL LOCAL SC ! D BAN S
in front of Essex Town Hall
Visit www.santaparade.org for parade registration with Windsor Parade Corp. (Deadline is Nov. 24, 2014)
We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Christmas Toy Drive. Please bring your lawn chair and gather around the tree for carols and refreshments.
Essex Santa Claus Parade is Saturday, Dec. 13th at 6:30 p.m. e best We have thV’s, E-bikes, f AT selection olectric motorcycles E , Scooters dren’s Toy Cars in the and Chil ex County area! Ess
WE REPAIR ALL BRANDS
CHILD ATV
Starting at
stic Fantatmas Chris ft! Gi
BIG BOY TOYS Starting at
Check Out: www.daymakwindsor.com GIO AND DAYMAK AUTHORIZED DEALER
Layaway Is Available
DAYMAK WINDSOR 3151 Walker Rd @ EC Row
519-919-5535
8 I Special Feature
Essex Free Press
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Fifth healthy living session focuses on menu planning and aerobics by Sylene Argent Over a six week period, the Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic and Sabga Physiotherapy Centre are teaming up to host a Healthy Living Program on Thursday evenings as an outlet to teach interested community members the ins and outs of creating and sustaining a healthy lifestyle. The fifth session of the Healthy Living Program hosted by Theven Sabga of Sabga Physiotherapy and Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic’s Registered Dietician Tania McNamara took place on the evening of Thursday, November 6. This session focused on menu planning and learning to read nutritional fact charts, and components of endurance training. Eating for a healthy
lifestyle can have many obstacles, McNamara pointed out. Halloween, holidays, colds and flus, and things like injuries can easily get a person derailed from their good healthy eating patterns. Even though that healthy eating pattern may not look the same when special circumstances arise, there are different things that can be done to ensure good choices are still being made. This can be done through things like menu planning. Setting weekly goals are a good way to introduce and maintain healthy living habits, but McNamara said those goals need to fit comfortably in that week. If the goal is too big to achieve, it has a likely hood of not being successful. Goals need to center around healthy
✃
behaviours. Instead of committing to not eating a certain type of not-so-nutritious foods, McNamara encourages people to plan to eat more vegetables by committing to add (for example) an extra vegetable in four different meals throughout the week. Menu planning is a great way to ensure all the food groups are being eaten. It also ensures the foods needed to prepare such meals are in the house. This helps avoid eating out. Changing behavior, such as taking a different route home to avoid settling for takeout, can help contribute to a healthier lifestyle. To get started on a menu plan, write down a list of common meals and snacks. Ensure there are four food groups incorporated in breakfast, at least three for lunch and dinner, and two of the food groups for each snack. Keep portion sizes in mind, and stop eating when satisfied. When creating a meal, plan to make left overs, McNamara said. This will make for an easy lunch the following day. Cooking at home often results in food that has less sodium and sugar added, she said. Incorporating good behaviours into a lifestyle can include creating and following a menu plan for
Celebrating our
)VVQ^MZ[IZa ✃
CUSTOMER
APPRECIATION
CAKE, S GOODIE E & RAFFL , AY SATURD TH NOV. 29
NO TAX WEEK NOVEMBER 24-29
TH
50% OFF
ONE CANDLE ITEM Not to be combined with any other offer. Limit one coupon per customer. Expiry Dec. 13, 2014.
Open Weekdays 9am-5:30pm, Saturday 9am-5pm
31 Arthur Ave., Essex • 519-776-8585
www.craftycandles.ca
the week, scheduling in time to exercise, and being prepared for situations that tend to trigger overeating. She encourages those who know they will have a busy day to be sure to pack a lunch and snacks. McNamara also explained how to use a food label. Packages include a nutrient content, which indicates what nutrients are in the food item. Packages also sometimes include a health claim (often found on the front of the box) which may claim to provide health benefits. On the back of a food item there is an ingredient list and fact table. In the ingredient list, the ingredients are listed from what the product has the most of to the least. This list is a good way to see how much sodium was added to the product. McNamara encourages people to read the serving size before looking down the fact table. Sometimes the serving size may not be for the entire package. On the fact table, there is a list of nutrients, including the grams or milligrams of fat, protein, sugar, sodium, etc., and also how many calories are in the product’s indicated serving size. A consumer would likely want a product low in saturated and Trans fats, and in sodium, and a product with a good value of fiber. It may be preferable to find products with no Trans fats, she noted. The fact table also had a daily percentage list. This helps consumers to better compare products, and purchase products that can complement each other in creating a balanced diet. Sabga shared information about exercising for endurance. Aerobic activates work on the heart and lungs and increase the heart rate over an extended period of time. In order to have a successful endurance portion of an exercise
regime, flexibility and strength in the body are important to have, Sabga said. Those wishing to include endurance training as part of their exercise plan are urged to contact a professional to see what their bodies can tolerate to avoid injury or complications. Aerobic, Sabga explained, means with oxygen. When completing endurance activities, someone who is exercising is increasing the amount of oxygen in the body. It is easy to overdo endurance training, she added. “Often we think we have to work hard to make it work. But that can result in injury.” There is no magic formula to know
how much endurance training is enough, and a professional can help determine limits. Doing more typically doesn’t gain much, except increasing the likely hood of injury, she said. Warming up and cooling down are also important. Walking and swimming or aqua based exercises are great endurance exercises, Sabga said. If walking, it is important to ensure shoes are proper for the function and that the surface is flat. She encourages those who may be interested in either of these types of programs to contact a program provider, like the Essex Aquatics Center or a walking group.
We offer a wide range of fitness services, including: Personal Training • Chiropractic Care Massage Therapy • Reflexology Tanning • Childcare
317 Talbot St. N., Essex VISIT OUR NEW LOCATION! 519-776-9312
See our website for more news, photos, and updates that did not make this weekÕ s print edition.
www.sxfreepress.com
BLACK FRIDAY SPECIALS 55 Years Family Operated
AMAZING!
UP TO
32” LCD HDTV
$
70% 40” LED TV 1080p
169
$
48” LED 1080p
46” LCD TV 1080p
$
WOW!!
SMART TV
377
55” LED TV HDTV 1080p 120 HTZ
$
788
MATTRESS TWIN BED SET $
WINDSOR (519)944-4855
3210 JEFFERSON
144
393
$
TOSHIBA
SMART TV
493
65” LED 240 HTZ • WIFI & KEYBOARD REG. $2599
$
1788
QUEEN BOX SPRING MATTRESS AMAZING!
$
397
KRAZY KELLYS WWW.KRAZYKELLYS.CA
WE DELIVER & SET UP NEW DEMO’S OPEN BOX
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
News I 9
Essex Free Press
Essex Council Notes... Post, AMO, the FCM, Essex MP Jeff Watson, and Essex MPP Taras Natyshak. Rezoning application consideration A special statutory meeting held before the regular Council meeting informed Council about a proposal for a zoning bylaw amendment for 35 Gordon Avenue, which is a two storey combined use building with residential and commercial units. Essex Policy Planner Jeff Watson noted this property is zoned Commercial District 2.2 (C2.2), a downtown general commercial district under the TownÕ s Zoning Bylaw 1037. This permits for retail commercial, personal service and office uses, as well as residential units. The applicant would like to convert the two vacant commercial units on the first floor into two, one bedroom dwelling units. This issue will come before Council for possible consideration on December 15. At that time, a planning report and recommended actions will be forwarded to Council. If approved, the zoning
bylaw would be amended with the addition of a supplementary provision to allow for the ground floor dwelling units. Essex congratulates employee Essex Council congratulated Town of Essex employee Jeffrey Morrison on obtaining his Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Certified General Accountant (CGA) designations. A letter of congratulations will be sent to him. Donna Hunter, Director of Corporate Services, explained when Morrison was hired to work for the Town of Essex in January of 2012, he was around two-thirds of the way through the CGA program. Ò Since that time, he has worked very, very hard; giving up much of his vacation to study for exams,Ó Hunter said. She asked Council to join her in congratulating him. Council received the report. Discussion on Bill 15 Councillor Sherry Bondy said she and Councillor Bill Baker have been watching Bill 15 for the past year, before the
Continued from Page 5
provincial election. This is proposed by the provincial government to look at strengthening consumer protection as part of the governmentÕ s pledge to reduce auto insurance rates, Bondy said. Her concern is that this may not affect all areas of the province equally. She has concerns as to how this will impact the local level as it could restrict local towing companies in the ability they have to provide emergency services by holding them to the same standard as a commercial vehicle registry, Bondy said. This is time sensitive, she added. Feedback is still being accepted on this Bill. She hoped Council would send a letter on the issue to listen to all key industry stakeholders. One issue that she wants to see in the Bill is a provincial regulation on towing licenses. She made a motion that administration drafts and sends a letter regarding these concerns. Motion carried. Pathway to Potential funding Essex Council moved the bylaw to authorize the execution of an
Essex Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter congratulates Essex’s Manager of Finance & Business Services Jeffrey Morrison on receiving his CPA and CGA designations.
agreement between Essex and Windsor for Pathway to Potential funding for 2014. Nominations for 2015 Ag Hall of Fame Essex received the
correspondence from the Essex County Agriculture Hall of Fame noting nominations for the 2015 induction into this program will be accepted until December 31. Nominations are
for persons who have made outstanding and significant contributions to the development and betterment of the agricultural industry of Essex County.
10 I Community
Essex Free Press
I Thursday, November 20, 2014
Outgoing councillors share final thoughts in the operation in the Town. To his current council colleagues, Baker stated they have all accomplished a lot in the past term, including community developments, such as events, splash pads, park updates, and increased tourism. They have also worked to improve bylaw development in animal welfare and public health, implementation of Community Improvement Plans, the development of cycle trails, and road resurfacing and infrastructure improvements. There has also been focus on rezoning for the growth in the industrial and commercial sectors for tax revenue growth. Ò Much of councilÕ s work is done outside the chambers with residents, businesses, community groups, and volunteers; that is where much of councilÕ s accomplishments take shape. Continued council outreach will be most important for this new term,Ó Baker continued. He urged the next term of council to carry on much of what the current term of council has started. Baker stated he truly appreciated working with every councillor, the Deputy Mayor and Mayor over the past term. Ò I hoped to keep engaged,Ó he said. He thanked the residents for the support they provided in his first term and during the recent election, in which he ran for the position of Mayor. Ò I am overwhelmed.Ó He also thanked the committees and boards that he was a part of and extended best wishes to the newly elected council. John Scott said it has been a great four years. The ability to be elected into public service is something that he has taken seriously. Being a member of council, he said, has been a great learning experience, and what has assisted in that is that Essex has exceptional staff, and exceptional councillors with lots of experience and passion for the community. He and his wife, Michele, moved to the Colchester area 17-years ago because, Ò We saw something in Essex and saw something in Colchester,Ó Scott said. What is great about this term of council is that it has planted the seeds for many things that are going to happen, he said. The newly elected councillors, Scott
Services Provided: • Ontario Drive Clean Station (e-tests) • Vehicle Safety Inspections • Tires
• • • • •
Brakes Exhaust Front End Work Alignments Undercoating
• • • • •
Batteries Coolant systems Air Conditioning Heating All Diagnostics
WALKINS WELCOME! LOW LABOUR RATES, FULLY LICENSED &
CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS, STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT WILL MATCH OR BEAT ANY COMPETITIVE QUOTE GIVEN WITHIN 30 DAYS DEFERRED PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE
Call Auto Service to schedule an appointment
300 Maidstone Ave. W., Essex ON
Store: 519-776-5224 Auto Service: 519-776-5942
commented, are also passionate about the Town, and he urged them to rise above the petty stuff. Councillor Bowman, he added, has always been a source of wisdom. Scott said he would be at some council meetings in the future in support for certain things that he believes are important to residents. He thanked the community for the chance to serve. Bowman said he has been a part of great councils over the years. There are always characters on each term of council, and this one was no exception, he said. Ò ThatÕ s what makes council interesting.Ó Bowman believes Essex is the greatest Town in the province. He also acknowledged the staff that presently works for the Town, and those who have worked for the Town in the past. Some of those staff members, Bowman considers friends, and he finds it very important to have a working relationship with co-workers. Bowman thanked the residents for their support over the years. He also thanked his family for its support. Ò ItÕ s really been a privilege to serve this community because the people are interactive with you,Ó Bowman added, and that has always been a real positive. Over the 27 years Bowman has been a councillor, he has watched the municipality grow, and as he looks back there has been a lot of change, and most of it has been good. Ò To the people who have supported me over the yearsÉ I want to say thanks for the memories,Ó Bowman said. Councillor Randy Voakes said the history books would state Bowman changed the landscape of the Town of Essex. Voakes recalled a story of his daughter, Priscilla, who recently passed away, when she came up with a name for Bowman when he was dressed in a clown suit for an event. Ò I remember her excitement about that, and I remember her coming home as a five-year old little girl just trembling with excitement. But I can tell you Mr. Bowman, that excitement you left with many people,Ó Voakes said, adding Ò I donÕ t give compliments easily, but my hat is off to you, sir.Ó Essex Mayor Ron McDermott said council and administration is like a family. They are together a lot. Ò We sometimes argue like your loved ones do at home,Ó he said. Ò Mr. Bowman, Mr. Scott, and Mr. Baker, itÕ s been a great ride. Thank you very much,Ó he said.
NATURAL GAS • PROPANE WOODBURNING • ELECTRIC
QUALITY FIREPLACES
Still Booking Fireplace Services for the holiday.
Don’t get left in the Cold! 107 Erie St. North, Leamington www.forestgladefireplaces.com
326-8585
519
by Sylene Argent The Monday, November 17 Essex Council meeting was the last for the out-going council. On December 1, the newly elected councillors will take over the helm of the municipality. Essex Council said good-bye to three councillors from the 2010-2014 term of council - Ward 1 council rep Morley Bowman, who has sat on Essex Council for the past 27 years, and both Ward 3 reps John Scott and Bill Baker, who were both elected in 2010. Councillor Baker was unable to make MondayÕ s council meeting, as he was ill. However, he sent a letter to CAO Russ Phillips to share. In the letter Baker extended his appreciation to administration and department staff for the knowledge they have provided. Ò They educate and provide council with straight facts, always,Ó Baker wrote. Ò I have learned a tremendous amount of valuable knowledge, and for that I thank you.Ó Baker wrote his view of the operational review of the past term; the outcome has been the implementation of systems and processes that have found new efficiencies
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Community I 11
Essex Free Press
Red Raiders Drive for Success - with help from local car dealers
The Essex Red Raiders are Driving For Success with help from EssexÕ s auto dealers Ð Countryside Chrysler, Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet and Ken Knapp Ford. All three auto dealers have partnered with Essex District High School in the Drive For Success to raise funds for the schoolÕ s clubs, sports teams, bands and other extracurricular programs, such as the breakfast program and peermentoring program. A letter will be going home with report cards to explain the campaign to parents. When someone purchases a vehicle at one of the businesses, stating that they are doing so in support of the Essex Red Raiders, $100 will be donated to the school. Staff and retired EDHS educator, John Garinger, came up with the concept and the dealerships were quick to get on board. New EDHS Principal, Mike Hawkins, said he inherited the program. Ò IÕ m glad I can come in and help support it,Ó he commented. He sees the Drive For Success as win-win. Ò It encourages the people in town to continue to support the local businesses and support the high school as well.Ó James Knapp, the General Manager at Ken Knapp Ford, is a graduate from Essex District High School. He was pleased to be a part of the Drive For Success. “It fits in well with our culture,” he said. “We love selling cards and we love supporting the community. This is a perfect fit because it allows us to do both.” Ken Knapp Ford, he said, always gets behind local efforts, such as the Spitfire project. It also holds the annual charity Jingle Bell Run, which supports
rallying together for something like this is great.Ó Greg Pajot, the New Car Sales Manager at Countryside Chrysler, said that thereÕ s a real connection to the Drive For Success campaign as they have a lot of EDHS alumni on staff. Ò A lot of our employees also have kids that go to the school there,Ó he added. Ò WeÕ re in full support of this,Ó he said. Ò We love supporting the community and we like the way (the campaign) encourages people to do business in town.Ó EDHS Principal Hawkins said that extra-curricular activities and programs play an important role in the student experience. They provide students with a closer connection to the school and staff, which in turn can encourage academic success. He hopes that the money raised through the Drive For Success campaign will allow the school to expand on existing programs and activities and re-visit ones that havenÕ t taken place in the past few years. Community Living Essex County. Jeff Smith, the General Manager at Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet, can see Essex District High School from his office window. Ò TheyÕ re our neighbours,Ó he said, Ò and weÕ re always supportive of the high school.Ó He really likes the concept of the Drive For Success campaign. Ò ItÕ s shows that they are thinking of ways to support us in turn, and weÕ re really thankful for that. Ò To see the community
COME PLAY WITH US!
Countryside Upholstery “For all your furniture needs” • Foam for cushions • Furniture Reupholstery • Repairs • Antique Restoration • Pick-Up & Delivery • Free Estimates
519-737-0041 Proprietor Tom Collins
“Serving the Community for Over 35 Years”
Reupholstery is the GREEN thing to do!
12 I Community
Essex Free Press
I Thursday, November 20, 2014
Steam & Gas Engine Museum hosts holiday bazaar
Pictured: Members of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum Board were happy to host a holiday themed bazaar at the McGregor-based Museum over the weekend.
McGregor-based museum. This event is one of a few events the club hosts throughout the year. The other events include the annual Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Show and monthly tractor pulls held throughout the summer months. The holiday bazaar was a great way to engage the community, raise awareness about the organization, and bring residents together to begin celebrating the upcoming holiday season, Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum president-elect Gary Struhar said. Treasurer of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum board of Directors Brenda Allen added the bazaar is an event that has gained popularity since its inception. She was pleased with the turnout over the weekend, and noted the funds that were raised would help support
the Museum, which is a non-profit organization. Visitors to the bazaar were able to listen to popular Christmas carols while looking for unique gifts and holiday-themed decorative ornaments and figurines. There were several vendors on site, selling an array of items from popular products to homemade goods. Visitors were also able to take a break from their Christmas shopping to
enjoy a light lunch. The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum is hoping to host the Christmas Bazaar again next year.
We have a Ridculous Amount of Stock that NEEDS TO GO! IN THE OLD BUILDING CENTRE
SATURDAY, NOV. 22 FROM 10AM -2PM Incredible Savings
ESSEX
ONE DAY ONLY! 47 WILSON AVE., ESSEX
519
by Sylene Argent There was plenty of holiday cheer at the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum over the weekend as this club hosted its third annual Christmas Bazaar at its
776-4646
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 201 We would like to thank all the service organizations and businesses for their donations in this year’s Remembrance Day Poppy Campaign and Program. If there is an omission in the following list, please accept our sincere apology for the oversight. Your contributions are of the utmost importance as we continue to support the many programs for our veterans and community related projects. Mills Woodworking Billy’s Essex Party Store Essex Optometric Out Of The Klozet BDO Canada LLP. Auto Barn Parts Supply DPM Insurance Miller’s Essex Source For Sports Nick’s Hairstyling Dr. Hagar & Dr. Ricci Guardian Drugs C & C Collision Essex Free Press G.L. Fraser & Associates Forest Machine Fairview Collision Great Lakes Outdoor Power Essex Appliance Center Advantage Farm Equipment Countryside Chrysler Ken Knapp Ford Ed Hayes Automation Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet Kennedy Funeral Home
Forsyth Travel Ltd. Schinkels’ Meat Market Wine O’Willies R. J. Leyte State Farm Insurance Paul Davis Systems Royal Bank Siefker Automotive TD Canada Trust Bank Bank Of Montreal Piggy Mart Hourglass Hair Salon Essex Stained Glass St. Clair Estate Wines Essex Ready Mix All Risks Ins. Broker Crabby Joe’s Timothy Meloche CUPE Council Gyro’s And More
Trim Max Exteriors Gerhardt Construction Baldwin Construction Dale Finn Construction Tamar Building Products Ruthven Tamar Building Products Windsor Elwood Defour Roofing Adam Stein Roofing And Chimney Repair Once Upon A Time Child Care Peter’s Roofing Ace Home Improvements Home Shield Exteriors A.M. Roofing Abe Giesbrecht Construction Dancor Construction Southwest Diesel Service Inc. Better Build Construction Cottam And Area Matt’s Home Service Businesses... Gosfield North Communications Dave Friesen JEM Home Improvements Midway Trucking Teichroeb’s Roofing Kingsville Roofing Squares Seamless Inc. Trenity Hair Salon
Special Thank You’s To...
Naples Pizza & Chochi’s for their donation of pizza. Tim Hortons for their donation of donuts. Chochi’s for their donation of chicken wings. Countryside Chrysler for the use of their vehicles for the veterans. Brian Neels for the music at the cenotaph.
ALL BUSINESSES THAT PUT A POPPY BOX IN THEIR ESTABLISHMENT
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Community I 13
Essex Free Press
EUC donates to Essex Area Food Bank by Jennifer Cranston The Essex United Church sent out a plea for cash donations in September and held a games night to raise money for the Essex Area Food Bank. The $685 raised could not have come at a better time, as the Food Bank is in critical need of support. The day this donation was made volunteers served 95 families, or about 300 people.
Ò We have to keep buying because our shelves empty quickly,Ó said Food Bank Treasurer Lonnie Jones. They are in the middle of their Christmas basket program and need is out weighing resources. Ò WeÕ re going to have to raise the number of people we serve and work extra hard to find the money,Ó said Jones. In the past donors to the Christmas program
would shop for families and gifts would be given along with a weekÕ s worth of food. Now donors are asked to donate money that is used for toys and/or gift cards to accompany the food. Those wishing to become involved and help bring Christmas to children in our area can contact Dawn Docherty at 519 800-2340, or find them on Facebook.
Essex Rotary Remembrance Day
Connie Bastien, Janice Boldt, Lonnie Jones, and Cathy Wood (far right) of the Essex Area Food Bank accept $685 from Holly Boyle, Chair of the Essex United Church Community Outreach Committee on Nov. 11.
Submitted to EFP On Monday, Nov. 10th, the Rotary Club of Essex invited Corporal Joe McLeod to speak at their evening meeting in honour of Remembrance Day. All ears listened intently as he shared some stories of his time in Afghanistan. He also brought in some of his equipment and uniform used while on duty there. Rotary Club of Essex would like to extend their gratitude to all those who have served past and present for this great country and for the freedom we enjoy today. We Remember.
Come see the
LARGEST DISPLAY
of Toys in Essex! Dr. Fazio Dr. Wilbee 2 - 186 Talbot St S 519-776-9900
47 WILSON AVE., ESSEX HOURS: MON-FRI 8-8, SAT 8-6, SUN 9-5 519
ESSEX
776-4646
Dr. Hager Dr. Ricci Dr. Bacon 217 Talbot St S 519-776-8211
14 I Personals
Essex Free Press
From The Heart
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
To place a personal notice, email your photo and content to essexfreepress@on.aibn.com or drop by our office at 16 Centre St., Essex. Personal notices must be received by Monday at 12:00 noon to appear in the Thursday edition.
16 Centre St., Essex IT PAYS TO Obituaries
_________________________________________________________
th Happy 50 Anniversary ~November 20th, 2014~
in LOving MeMOry
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________ ADVERTISE! Bontront, Elaine therese: 86, long-time resident
_________________________________________________________
AudreyÊB urrows
Call Call 519-776-4268 519-776-4268
of McGregor, Ontario. Passed away peacefully on November 2, 2014. She leaves behind This year has gone so swiftly by. many adored students, family, friends and The many memories of you and dad will carry us through our lives... neighbours, and fellow Eckankar members who enjoyed her pleasant and exuberant ~ Missing you. ~ personality. She touched many lives as a Love, your family. Sister of Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (25 _________________________________________________ Please years), many during her teaching years with In memory of Recycle the Windsor Separate School Board and many friends through extracurricular activities with this paper local theatre, dance and choir groups. Cremation has In loving memory of our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather taken place. In her memory, a Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, November & Great Grandfather who passed away 4 years ago on 22, from 2-5 p.m. at the Lucier Estates Community Centre (51 Parkside Drive, McGregor, November 24, 2010. Ontario). Cremation arrangements entrusted to the Caring Cremation Centre (519The day is remembered and quietly kept. 326-7378). Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. You may send your No words are needed as we do not forget. condolences online at www.caringcremation.ca. _________________________________________________ For deep in our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day. WrEnCH, Sandra: June 21, 1941 – November 15, ~ Sadly missed, loved and never forgotten 2014 - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Wrench. Age 73 years. by Betty & family _________________________________________________ Beloved sister, aunt and great aunt. Sandra Please was born and raised in Kingsville, attended Recycle London Teacher’s College and taught for 35 this paper November 23, 2005 years for the G.E.C.D.S.B. Sandra was also one of the originals of the Kingsville Food In memory of a Dear Husband. Never more than a thought away, Bank and served on the Board until the time of Quietly remembered every day. No need for words except to say, her death. Loving sister of Pat and husband Ken Still loved, still missed, in every way. Womack, Dan Wrench (deceased 1983) and wife Pam Wrench. Special aunt to Judy Uza (Matthew) Scott Womack (deceased 1992), Mark ~ Lovingly remembered by wife Doris, children Ruth, Womack, Jennifer Wrench (Glen), Katherine Bartlett, and Dan Wrench (Alka). Also Susan, Robin, John and their families. survived by seven great nieces and nephews who were very special; Emily, Colin, _________________________________________________ Nikolas, Noah, Ryan, Danny and Shaan. Cremation has taken place in Windsor. Friends will be received at the C. Stuart Sykes Funeral Home,Street, 91 Division 16 Centre EssexSt. S., Kingsville on Saturday November 22, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. till time of memorial funeral service at essexfreepress@on.aibn.com In memory of a dear mother and grandmother 11 a.m. Rev. John Van Omme officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to who passed away on November 22, 1980. the Kingsville Food Bank or charity of your choice. Condolences may be left at www. sykesfuneralhome.ca. “She is not lost, our well beloved, Nor has she traveled far. November 23rd
Murray & Jeannette Kennedy Love from your children and grandchildren
Advertising E BIG H T Works! !
BANGTH ay Call Todak And Speur With O g in Advertis ep Sales R ! Hollee
50
14 Nov. 22, 20
th 10 Advertising
LOGAN ay Call Todak e p S d n A r With Ou g in Advertis ep Sales R Greg!
Works!
Love, Mom, Dad and Diddy
Birth Announcement Isabella Mae Iatonna
James Patterson
PHILLIPS, P. Jack
Ruth Wyman Allison
519.776.4268
Just stepped inside God’s loveliest room, And left the door ajar.” _________________________________________________________
Obituaries
_________________________________________________________
Joseph & Lindsay Iatonna (nee. Rounding) are proud to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter Isabella Mae on October 20, 2014 at 11:05pm, weighing 7 lbs 2 oz and 20 in. Proud grandparents are Gord & Robin Rounding and Mario & Anna Iatonna. Special thanks goes to Dr. Patel, Dr. Glowacki, and the 2nd floor staff at Met Hospital for their excellent care.
What’s black and white and read all over?
MillEr, Doreen (nee Seabourne): Passed away peacefully, with family by her side, after a brief illness at London Health Sciences Centre University Campus, on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 66 years of age. Loving wife of Clarence for 46 years. Cherished mother of Kurtis (Kerry), Beth Wilson (Barry), Laura Brown (Brian). Doreen will be tremendously missed by her adored grandchildren Amelia, Cullen, Nicole, Jocelyn and Carson. Dearest sister of John ‘Bill’ (Jeanette), Jeannette, Frank (Dorothy), George (Wendy), Paul (Carol), Steve (Val); and sister-in-law of Bill (the late Anne), Carmen (the late Marion), Lyle (Ruth Anne), Grant (Mary Anne), Sheila Gagnier (the late John), Stephen (Debra), Keith (Karen), Kevin (Starre). Survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. Doreen was a devoted nurse who began her career in 1968 at Leamington Hospital and then continued her work for 30 years at Windsor Regional Hospital, at both the Western and Metropolitan Campuses. She loved tending to her flower gardens and spending time with her family and friends. Her grandchildren were the focus and passion of many of her days, she enjoyed going on adventures with them, playing soccer in the kitchen and giving lots of hugs and kisses. Visiting was held at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519-776-4233). A Funeral Service to celebrate Doreen’s life was held on Tuesday, November 18, 2014. Rev. Kim Gilliland officiated. Cremation followed. If you wish to donate in memory of Doreen her family has asked that donations be made to the London Health Sciences Centre Foundation (Multi-Organ Transplant Program: Physio Department). Family & Friends may share their memories of Doreen at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Voice Of Inspiration Ò With my last breath, IÕ ll exhale my love for you. I hope itÕ s a cold day, so you can see what you meant to me.Ó ~ Jarod Kintz
What’s black and white What’s Going On... andARMY’S read all over? NOV. 21 - SALVATION CHRISTMAS KETTLE KICK-OFF & TREE LIGHTING. At 6pm in front of Essex Town Hall. Bring a new toy for the Toy Drive. NOV. 22 - ECHRS - Fred Groves will discuss & display his book “Rising From the Rubble.” The 1980 explosion. 18 Gordon St. at 2pm.
16 Centre Street, Essex
NOV. 23 - HOLY NAME OF JESUS CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE’S TURKEY DINNER & essexfreepress@on.aibn.com BAzAAR. Noon - 5pm in the Parish Hall. For info: 519-776-8483.
519.776.4268
NOV. 23 - AN EVENING OF CAROL SINGING & CHRISTMAS MUSIC - FREE - At Church of the Living Word, 1697 South Middle Rd. Woodslee. 519-723-2535. NOV. 23 - ESSEx LEGION CRAFT SHOW - From 11am-5pm. Over 30 vendors. There’s something for everyone. Raffle proceeds to Essex Food Bank. NOV. 27 - COTTAM UNITED CHURCH’S TURKEY DINNER & BAzAAR. Serving from 1-6pm. Take-out available. NOV. 28 & 29 - “PUT THE NUNS IN CHARGE!” by Sacred Heart Church, LaSalle, at 7pm. At Villanova Festival Theatre. For tickets/info: www.shlasalle.dol.ca or 519-734-7512. NOV. 29 - ESSEx RETIREES’ ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAzAAR AND BAKE SALE. Lunch served 11 - 1. Free Parking, No Admission Charge! At 32 Russell St. in Essex. NOV. 30 - CHRISTMAS CASH BINGO - Hosted by the Squires #1385 - At KofC Hall, McGregor. Doors at 5pm, Bingo at 7pm.18 yrs +. Proceeds to Squires Youth Projects. NOV. 30 - ST. JOSEPH’S CHRISTMAS TURKEY BINGO- In St. Joseph, River Canard, Church basement. Doors ar 6pm, Starts at 7pm. DEC. 13 - SOUTH TRINITY PARISH’S CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE - At St. Andrews Anglican Church. 210 King St. Harrow. 9:30am-2:00pm. DEC. 13 - ESSEx SANTA CLAUS PARADE - At 6:30pm. DEC. 13 & 14 - MUSIC ExPRESS’ THE WONDER OF CHRISTMAS - At L’Essor S.S. in Tecumseh. Benefitting the Windsor Downtown Mission. INFO: www.musicexpress.ca. DEC. 21 - MCGREGOR’S CHRISTMAS TURKEY DINNER - No charge, donations accepted. 3:00 - 6:30pm at K of C, 9560 Walker Rd., McGregor. For more info: 519-776-5710.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Classifieds I 15
Essex Free Press
Classifieds
Placing a classified ad: classified ads can be submitted in person, by phone or fax or email from Monday to friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. There is a $1 surcharge on any classified billing under $15. We accept Visa | Mastercard | debit | cash | cheque. DeaDline is TuesDay by 10:00 am
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________
_____________________
EvEnts _____________________ BINGO 1st & 3rd Fridays 7:15 P.M. 32 Russell St. - Retirees’ hall $ 500.00 JACKPOT 1-tf
EvEnts _____________________ INveNTORy BlOwOuT: Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10am-2pm. Stock from the essex Home Hardware Old Building Centre stock. MuST GO! One Day Only!
EvEnts _____________________
EvEnts _____________________
BuyING SCRAP GOlD. CASH $$$ IN. Saturday, November 29, at The essex Retirees’ Social Club, 32 Russell St., essex, 10am-3pm. Cash for all coins, scrap gold, all gold rings, chains, (even broken gold jewellery), gold teeth, sterling, mint sets, musical instruments, etc. Also buying costume jewellery. Top prices. we simply pay the most. House calls available. Dan Jones B.A.., B.ed. 519919-1805. 46-2t* _____________________ CRAFTy lADIeS CHRISTMAS SAle viscount Mobile Home Park. November 29th from 10am-2pm. Homemade crafts & dog treats, knitted goods, jewellery & wreaths & much more.
THe 3RD ANNuAl wINDSOR eSSex BOOK exPO: Sunday, Nov. 23rd 10am–5pm @ St Clair College 201 Riverside Dr w. (the Old Cleary) Meet 50+ local Authors, children’s events, readings, book appraisals - A Family Festival of Fun for All Ages! Great Christmas presents, plus get your books autographed by the authors. www. wINDSOReSSexAuTHORS.COM.
EvEnts _____________________ CHRISTMAS CASH BINGO, hosted by the John Brazill Circle #1385 Squires, at K of C Hall, McGregor, on Sunday, Nov. 30. The doors open at 5pm, Bingo starts at 7pm. 15 Rounds, 3 special rounds. Double $12, Triple $18. Must be 18 years of age to play. No Turkey and Basket this year. Proceeds to Squires youth projects. The kitchen and snack bar will be open at 5pm. 46-2t*
EvEnts _____________________ CHRISTMAS MOvING SAle - everything must go. All kinds of furniture, bedroom sets, oak china cabinets, set of 17” “like new” tires. Too much to list. At 506 elmstead Rd. on Thursday, Nov. 20th 31st. Call anytime 519-727-3268.
46-1t
The Inaugural meeting of the Newly elected Council of the Town of Lakeshore will be held on
Monday December 1, 2014 At 7:00 pm Adrian & Julia Renaud Banquet Hall Atlas Tube Centre 447 Renaud Line, Emeryville
Phone 519.776.4268
The public is welcome to join Council and Administration for the swearing in ceremony. Mary Masse, Clerk
Fax: 519.776.4014
46-2t*
Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! in The Classifieds
519-776-4268
classified RaTes
Word ads - 25 words or less ........................ $6.00 + HsT extra words .................................................... 20¢/word display classifieds ....................................... call for rates
www.sxfreepress.com
Email: essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
46-2t*
Continued on Page 16
45-2t*
_____________________
“PuT THe NuNS IN CHARGe!” - By Sacred Heart Church, laSalle. Nov. 28 & 29, 7 pm at villanova Festival Theatre. Tickets: Brisbebois Bookstore. Online: www.ShlaSalle.DOl.CA. 519-7347512. 44-4t* _____________________
_______________________________________________
REal EstatE _______________________________________________
IT PAYS TO 16 Centre St., Essex
ADVERTISE!
RUTH ANN HICKEY
ORDeR OF THe eASTeRN STAR PASTA DINNeR & BINGO Friday, Nov. 28th Call Call-519-776-4268 519-776-4268 at 5:30pm at 30 laird Ave., essex On. Adults $10, Children $8. Homemade pies for dessert. 46-2t*
dvertising orks!
SALE REPRESENTATIVE
30 Years Experience
5199721000
What’s black and white and read all over?
24 Hour Pager
Have Ruth Ann’s Experienced Negotiating Skills Work For You.
Please Recycle this paper
ay Call Todak And Speur With O g in Advertis ep Sales R ! Hollee
TIM McGUIRE Sales Representative
519-735-6015
Res: 776-1362 • Cell: 519-566-2541 Fax: 519-735-7994 Email: timmcguire@buckinghamrealty.ca 12214 Tecumseh Rd. E. Tecumseh, ON. N8N 1L9
Allow me to help you with your Real Estate needs!
Network
Please ADVERTISE RecycleACROSS ONTARIO OR ACROSS THE COUNTRY!
Advertising Works!
FINANCIAL SERVICES ay Call Todak And Speur With O g in Advertis ep ales R SConsultation g Gre !
FREE
$$ MONEY $$ • 1ST, 2ND & 3RD MORTGAGES FOR ANY PURPOSE • DEBT CONSOLIDATION • BAD CREDIT • TAX OR MORTGAGE ARREARS • DECREASE PAYMENTS UP TO 75% • SELF-EMPLOYED • NO PROOF OF INCOME Ontario-Wide Financial 1-888-307-7799 www.ontario-widefinancial.com (Licence #12456)
DRIVERS WANTED LAIDLAW CARRIERS VAN DIVISION requires experienced AZ licensed drivers to run the U.S. Premium mileage rate. Home weekly. New equipment. Also hiring Owner Operators. 1-800-263-8267
ANNOUNCEMENTS Do you know a young star who is making a difference? Nominate them for the 2014 Junior Citizen Award. Nomination forms at www.ocna.org/juniorcitizen, from this newspaper, or call 905-639-8720 ext. 221.
For more information contact your local newspaper. this paper
FOR SALE
#1 HIGH SPEED INTERNET $32.95/Month Absolutely no ports are blocked Unlimited Downloading Up to 11Mbps Download & 800Kbps Upload ORDER TODAY AT: www.acanac.ca or CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-866-281-3538 SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDINGS...”GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358. 25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446. 32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662. 47X72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
HELP WANTED MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS needed! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com. 1.800.466.1535
MORTGAGES AS SEEN ON TV - Need a MORTGAGE, Home Equity Loan, Better Rate? Bad Credit, SelfEmployed, Bankrupt? Been turned down? Facing Foreclosure, Power of Sale? CALL US NOW TOLL-FREE 1-877-733-4424 and speak to a licensed mortgage agent. MMAmortgages.com specializes in residential, commercial, rural, agriculture, farms, & land mortgages. Visit: www.MMAmortgages.com (Lic#12126). $$$ 1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES Debt Consolidation, Refinancing, R e n o v a t i o n s , Ta x A r r e a r s , n o CMHC fees. $50K you pay $208.33/ month (OAC). No income, bad credit, power of sale stopped!! BETTER OPTION MORTGAGES, CALL TODAY Toll-Free 1-800-282-1169, www.mortgageontario.com (LIC# 10969).
WANTED FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single i t e m s , m i l i t a r y. We h a n d l e a l l paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.
EMPLOYMENT OPPS.
VACATION/TRAVEL
WANTED: GRAPPLE SKIDDER, FELLER BUNCHER, PROCESSOR OPERATORS, DOZER OPERATORS, 16CLASS Centre Street, Essex EQUIPMENT HAULERS, 1 NEWFOUNDLAND CHARM MEETS DRIVERS FOR LOGessexfreepress@on.aibn.com HAUL, SELF LABRADOR SPLENDOUR! LOADING LOG TRUCK DRIVER. Experience ancient geology at Gros Based out of Drayton Valley Alberta Morne, lose yourself in the Torngat Competitive wages based on mountains and spot whales, polar experience, benefits, accommodation, bears, and seals from our beautiful and drives to airport provided. ship. Good equipment. Quote Ontario Newspapers Fax: 780-542-6739 AND SAVE $500! Email: info@lydellgroup.ca www.adventurecanada.com
519.776.4268
What’s black and white and read all over?
TOLL-FREE: MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an indemand career in Canada! Employers 1-800 363-7566 have work-at-home positions avail14 Front St. S. Mississauga able. Get the online training you need (TICO # 04001400) 16 Centre Street, Essex from an employer-trusted program. essexfreepress@on.aibn.com Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-5280809 to start training for your work-atADVERTISING home career today! REACH MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS BUSINESS OPPS. IN ONTARIO WITH ONE EASY C A L L ! Yo u r C l a s s i f i e d A d o r LOOKING FOR PEOPLE IN YOUR Display Ad would appear in AREA - Represent an eco-jewelry weekly newspapers each l i n e f r o m C o l o r B y A m b e r. “Women Empowering Women.” week across Ontario in urban, suburban and rural areas. For Part-time/Full-time from home. Training & Support. Details: Email: m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n C a l l To d a y Ecojewelry@aol.com, CALL 519-535- Toll-Free 1-800-387-7982, Email: l.shepherd@ocna.org or visit: 5768 or www.MarnaWilkinson.My www.OntarioClassifiedAds.com. colorbyamber.com.
519.776.4268
Connect with Ontarians – extend your business reach! www.networkclassified.org
16 I Classifieds
Essex Free Press
Classifieds... _____________________
_____________________
EvEnts _____________________ EssEx REtiREEs social club / 32 Russell st. in Essex, welcomes you to their annual chRistmas bazaaR and bakE salE. saturday nov. 29 from 9 - 2. baked Goods, white elephant, crafts and a Variety of outside Vendors. lunch served from 11 - 1. Free Parking, no admission charge! 46-2t* _____________________
FARMInG _____________________ WantEd: Farmland to rent or share crop. competitive rates. dent Farms. call daryn: 519-818-4995. 3-tfn _____________________
FOR REnt _____________________ FoR REnt: large, modern 2 bdrm. apt. near Essex. $625/month. no pets. 519839-5582. 35-tfn* _____________________ FARMInG FoR REnt: available immediately in _____________________ Essex. 1 bdrm apt. Fridge/stove/utilities WantEd included. $675.00 inclusive. 519-990Farm land to Rent 7464. 39-tfn cash or share crop _____________________ call Jeff siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or FoR REnt: 2 bedroom house. Rd. 105 PASS TIME IN LINE. (home) 519-776-9501 lakeshore. available dec. 1st. $500/ 1-tf _____________________ month + utilities. First & last required. 46-2t* _____________________ WantEd productive land to buy, rent or sharecrop. top prices paid. call dennis FoR REnt: 1 bdrm. bachelor apt. w/yard. today @ R. Rivest Farms ltd. 519-796- one level. Good for seniors. 5 min. from 6691. 1-tf Essex. First & last required. call 519-7916305. 46-5t*
READ THE NEWSPAPER.
Clean Up our Act —
t Down on Litter!
e recycle this newspaper
PASS TIME IN LINE.
READ THE NEWSPAPER.
_____________________
FOR REnt _____________________ FoR REnt: 2 & 3 bdrm apartments in downtown Essex. First & last required. no_____________________ pets. 519-776-6078. 41-tfn
_____________________
REAl EstAtE _____________________ lots for sale - commercial and residential. multi-purpose zoned. Just outside of Essex on county Rd. 34, n. 116x379. mature trees. all services are by the road. call 791-6305. 46-5t* _____________________
HElP WAntED _____________________
sERvIcEs _____________________ “on timE moVERs� - are you moving? need something picked up or delivered? Please call larry or dave today! 519736-7411 or 519-984-7412. 1-tf _____________________ handyman aVailablE: can do dry walling, painting, and most other renovation projects. Will do yard work, clean eavestrough, clear driveways in winter, etc. call 519-776-6897, ask for Paul. have references if need to see also. Why wait? Get your projects done. Very reliable. 44 - 4t* _____________________
REAl EstAtE
_____________________
Advertise Your Business Here
46-1t*
Get the Advertise Your Business Here For Effective Advertising Contact us today! word out. www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
Clean Up our Act —
_____________________
FOR sAlE HElP WAntED _____________________ _____________________ uniquE and aFFoRdablE diabEtic dRiVERs WantEd: az or dz clean For Effective Advertising Contact today! Will trainus qualified applicants. Fax and “man caVE�GiFts - cabbage rolls, record. 16 Centre Essex to quinlanSt., inc. 519-723-2336. baked goods, and much much more. resume available at Essex legion craft sale, 519.776.42681- tfn www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com sunday, nov. 23rd from 11am-5pm.
16 Centre St., Essex
16 CENTRE ST., ESSEX
519.776.4268
Down on Litter! _______________________________________________ Delivering recycle this newspaper WAntED our WeeklyHElP Delivering _______________________________________________ 10,000 copies se of News
Weekly!
LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, LICENSED TECHNICIANS FIELDS 16 CENTREIN ST.,ALL ESSEX
519.776.4268
Immediate positions available. Benefits and pension. Must forward resume with references, www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com school transcript and MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) to:
Mail or Drop-off: elivering 238 Talbot Street W. Delivering Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 ur Weekly Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca 10,000 copies Fax: 519-326-3632 se of News ASSIFIEDS Weekly! _______________________________________________ 16 CENTRE ST., ESSEX WORK!
sAlE 519.776.4268 vertise here!AuctIOn _______________________________________________ www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
Advertise hereSt., and Essex get results. 16 Centre
519.776.4268 519.776.4268 www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
Find us Getonline the
www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
word out.
Advertise here and get results.
16 Centre St., Essex
www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
519.776.4268
Find519.776.4268 us online
16 Centre St., Essex www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
9 O’CLOCK | PREVIEW 8 O’CLOCK Go to this website for pictures and more information:
www.murrayknappauctions.com
hElP WantEd: labourer to work at sawmill. Full-time or part-time mornings. Wage negotiable. call 519969-6776 for information. 46 - 1t* _____________________
PERsOnAl
_____________________
noVEna: o holy st. Jude! apostle and martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need; to you i have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me in my present urgent petition. in return i promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. say (3) our fathers (3) hail mary’s (3) Glory be’s. st. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. amen. must be said for 9 consecutive days. this novena has never been known to fail. i have had my request granted. Publication must be promised. Publication promised. J.b
Saturday, November 29 at 10:00 am
Auc ons Inc.
For John & Erna Dick, Leamington, ON. Sale will be held at the Dick farm at 308 Mersea Rd 8 between Hwy 77 & Albuna Townline (Cty Road 31). No Reserve. Farms have been sold. Tractors (5) one w/loader: IH 786 dsl, open sta on; IH model 454 dsl, sells w/IH 1550 front end loader; McCormick model 200 gas, narrow front end & fast hitch; Farmall 140 gas, wide 16 Centre St.,Farmall Essex front end, sells w/cult. & drawbar; IH 504 dsl; Plan ng: JD model 7000 – 4 r. corn planter, dry fert., www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com 30� rows w/ Ye er No ll coulters, monitor; IH 510 grain drill; JD model 7000 – 4 r. corn planter, 16 Centre St., Essex dry fert., used for seed corn, 40� rows; Wagons: Kilbros model 375 & approx. 275 bu. gravity www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com wagon, both w/good chassis & roll tarps; two good Mar n 10 ton chassis w/rusty boxes; two 20’ flat rack wagons; Tillage: 20’ IH model 475 wheel disc, sells w/Remlinger leveling harrows; 6 f. IH 510 plow; IH model 55 chisel plow, 13 tooth, pull type; 2 f. & 3 f. 3 ph plows; crowfoot packers; etc; 1 yr old Hydr. Auger: Kilbros model 214 (14’) used one season; Lawnmower, Garden Tractor, etc.: JD 140 riding mower, 48� cut, sells w/roto ller & centre mount blade; walk behind garden tractor; dethatcher/fert. unit; grass catcher; Other Equip: 10’ – 3 ph scraper blade; Ye er rotary hoe; smaller blades; pallet fork; 6’ bucket & 8’ stone bucket; small sprayers; cult’s; small trailers; irriga on pump & gun; 2 sets duals; IH front end wts; etc; Motor bike: Kawasaki KE 175 bike sells as is without ownership; Shop Equip. – quite a lot of it: Bridgeport milling machine, metal lathe & 3 phase convertor; metal storage units; welders; chop saws; hacksaw; ladders; drill press; Clarke parts washer; jacks; hydr. press; horiz. metal band saw; part barrel of Case IH oil; pla orm scale; welding rods stored in old frig; & numerous other items. Consigned from a local estate, selling without reserve. This is a very good line of equipment.Lawnmowers: JD model 430 dsl, 60� cut, sells w/lg. grass dumper a ach. operated by a Honda GX200 motor; 54� scraper blade; 16 St., Essex Cra Centre sman 19.5 Turbo cooled 42� riding mower; Roto ller: Troybilt Horse model rear ne 22� cut 16 Centre St., Essex www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com w/Kohler Magnum 8 motor; plus selec on of good shop tools; garden trailers; etc www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com Terms cash, debit, or personalized cheque day of sale. Owner yor auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Call Todak And Spea Lunch available. With Our g in Advertis epProprietors: John & Erna Dick, 519-326-7670 Sales R ollee!oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 HAuc Sale order, details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com
Find us online Find us online
Advertising
TERMS: CASH, OR CHEQUE WITH PROPER I.D. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS DAY OF SALE Works!
Murray Knapp Auctioneer CLASSIFIEDS 519-727-8894
hElP WantEd: back in motion chiropractic. immediate position. Pt/ Ft Rmt. busy office. drop off resume at 22 heritage Road, kingsville. 519-7334545. 46 - 2t _____________________
Find usFarm online Machinery Auc on Sale
519.776.4268
www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com SATURDAY, NOV. 29
hElP WantEd: seasonal snow Removal Worker. Experience preferred. Will train.Faxr esume to5 19-723-2336. 39- tfn _____________________ hElP WantEd: Greenhouse and Packing line labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. lifting, bending and standing is required. must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. no public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.00. to apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com or mail to domric international, Po box 218, Ruthven on n0P 2G0. 24-6m _____________________
Jack Morris
519.776.4268
ASSIFIEDS ST. SIMON & ST.16JUDE CENTREPARISH ST., ESSEXHALL WORK! 267 MEUNIER STREET, BELLE RIVER ertise here! 519.776.4268TH
Thursday, November 20, 2014
_____________________
_____________________ buying or selling a farm? do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor carl idzinski, Real choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-t _____________________ FoR salE: 1 acRE buildinG lot at north talbot, near manning. $149,900. Water is in and paid for. 45ft culvert to be installed at seller’s expence. call Experienced Realtor carl idzinski, Real choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 49-tff
briarwood apts, 26 alice st. n., Essex. available large 1 bedroom. 519-7764016. 46 - 2t _____________________ FoR REnt: 1 bedroom apartment available immediately. in the cottam area- quiet building. $600/month all utilities incl. First & last months rent required. Please call 519-819-1039 & leave a message. 44-tfn _____________________
I
519.776.4268 519.776.4268
Find us online
tREE cuttinG, stumP GRindinG, hEdGEs, shRubs, PRoFEssional climbER - Fair prices & fast service. big or small jobs. senior discounts. serving all of Essex county. Free estimates.Phone calls only at 519-996-9704 or 519-7379703 before 8pm. 32- tfn _____________________
kEnnEth yaRd WoRks - mulch, eavesthrough cleaning and repairs, power washing. trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. call kenneth 519-9820362. 33-tfn _____________________
mikE’s laWn cuttinG - offering ground keeping, Fall clean up, yard maintenance and small handyman jobs for seniors within the town of Essex. low rates. 519-990-5325. (Essex). 42-6t* _____________________
kahl REcyclinG - We come to you and haul away your junk. metals and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. We also take electronics, ballist, computers. kall ken 519-326-8559. cell: 519-322-8305. 11-tfn _____________________
WAntED _____________________ cash Paid for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn _____________________
lEGAl nOtIcE
_____________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD JOHN PRIEUR late of the city of Windsor, in the county of Essex, and Province of ontario, deceased creditors and others having claims against the said deceased, who died on or about the 5th day of october, 2014, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned on or before the 18th day of december, 2014, after which the date the assets of the said deceased will be distributed having regard only to the claims that have then been received. datEd at Essex, ontario this 6th day of november, 2014.
IT PAYS T
Edwin C. Hooker WOLF HOOKER PROFESSIONAL ADVERTIS CORPORATION Call 519-776-42 Call 519-776-4 72 talbot street north, suite 100, Essex, ontario n8m 1a2 solicitor for the Estate herein
Please Recycle this paper
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Community Hub I 17
Essex Free Press
church office for information. Volunteering for a shift or two is a great way to be involved in your community.
thehub:
sponsorship by:
Fresh food. Friendly neighbours 191 Talbot St. S., Essex
519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Kick- Off and Tree Lighting (in conjunction with the Essex BIA) takes place Fri. Nov. 21st at 6 p.m. in front of the Essex Town Hall. Join us for food, hot drinks, carriage rides, and carol singing with music provided by local school bands. We will also be collecting new unwrapped toys for the Christmas Toy Drive. Come out and celebrate the beginning of Christmas activities in our community. Join us for our Sunday Prayer Meeting at 10:15 a.m., followed by Family Worship at 11 a.m. on Nov. 23rd Lt.
Kristen Gray continues “The Story” sermon series , focusing on Samuel - `` Standing Tall, Falling Hard.`` On Tues. Nov. 25th SA Connections is planning a trip to Cindy`s Gardens in Kingsville. Call the church office at 519- 776- 4628 for details. Bible Study will follow back at the church at 1:15 p.m. The Messy Church Christmas Party will be on Thursday Nov. 17th at 6 p.m. This will be the last program until the new year so come out for a free family dinner and a new way of experiencing church. If you would like to be involved in the Christmas Kettles campaign, call the
Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson We invite everyone to join us this Sunday at 10:30 am for our morning worship service. Your presence is always a blessing to us and we hope our church family will be a blessing to you. Please mark your calendar and join us for an afternoon of beautiful Christmas Music provided by David Palmer (organ) and Jonathan Bayley (flute) on Sunday, December 7th at 3 pm. “Christmas in the Air” is a free concert (nonperishable food items are appreciated for our local food bank). To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our regularly updated website at: www.harrowunited.org Essex United Church All food and money donations will go to the Salvation Army for November. 2015 calendars are available at the church office. The Christmas craft show that is usually held at the high school will be at Essex United Church Sat. and Sun. Dec. 6 and 7. Volunteers are needed to set up the show and operate it. The UCW Christmas pot luck dinner is Nov. 26 at 6 p.m. Brian Stocks led us in thoughts about using our abilities for others.
PASS TIME IN LINE.
Christmas Craft & Bake Sale Sat., Nov. 29th & Sun., Nov. 30th 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Clean Up Your Act — 2335D ougall Ave., Windsor
Christmas Baskets, Crafts, Baked Goods White Elephant Corner, Homemade meat pies and butter tarts
CAFÉ WITH GS, CHILI, HOT DO SAUSAGES, P PO D AN CHIPS
Cut Down on Litter!
Please recycle this newspaper
READ THE NEWSPAPER.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church St. Paul’s presents a Holiday dinner show, Sat. Dec. 6 at Essex Legion. Dinner at 6:30 and show at 8 p.m. Contact Donna for tickets 519-7766524 The Sisters Christmas House Walk through Saturdays and Sundays in November from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3370 16 CENTRE Sandwich St. ST., ESSEX Lakeshore St. Andrews is planning a grief shared vigil. A www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com non-denominational event for
519.776.4268
Delivering Your Weekly Dose of News
Delivering
10,000 copies
Weekly!
everyone who is grieving the holidays without a loved one. Come for an evening of comedy Friday, Nov. 26 at All Saints church, city hall square at 7 p.m. Office hours are Monday and Wednesday, Nov 24 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. November thank you bank donations go to Wounded Warriors that cares for veterans in need. Next Sunday we will celebrate Reign of Christ. It is at the end of the liturgual year in anticipation of Advent. The Advent newsletter will be ready Nov. 30 . If you have any items to contribute submit them to Rev. Chris by Nov. 23. Bishops Friends Essex Deanery dinner is Wed, Dec, 3 at the Macedonia club 5225 Howard. Auctions and entertainment. The Bishops Friends provides funds for bishops in support of needs of clergy. Dinner is at 6:30. Contact church office for tickets.
with other organizations that can offer a more long-term solution. COATS FOR KIDS will still be available in our office through the month of December for any one in need. Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday worship service at 10:00 am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday school is at 10:15 am. A nursery is available during the service. If you have left over yarn and you would like to donate it to be used for hats, mittens/ gloves and scarves for charity, please call the office at 519723-2284. Chior practice is Thursday evenings at 7pm. We are still looking for members. If you
would like to join just show up. “Reign of Christ” Sunday evening we’ll be sharing the Sacrament of Holy Communion and welcoming new members. On Friday, Nov. 28, we are decorating the church and hall for the Christmas season at 6:30pm. We are also placing poinsettias in the Sanctuary in memory of loved ones, pick up and return to Judy Krol. Olinda-Ruthven United Church is having a Christmas Tea & Bling Boutique from 1-4pm on Nov. 28 & 29. Sunday, Nov. 30 is Advent I - Hope. There will be no Christmas House Tour or Bethleham Walk at Gess†wood this year. This week, Nov. 23 - Reign
Continued on Page 20
Essex Community Services Essex Community Services now has an EMERGENCY COMMUNITY CLOSET available to individuals and families in crisis. This is a new program that can be accessed for those in need of short term necessities to hold them over until they can make connections with other services in the community. Note this is not a food bank and we can put you in touch
Advertise Your Business Here For Effective Advertising Contact us today! 16 Centre St., Essex
519.776.4268
www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
Essex County Council is Seeking Individuals Interested in Serving on The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee
Get the The Council of the Corporationword of the County out.of Essex is currently inviting applications from individuals who are interested in serving on Advertise here and get results.
the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. Appointments 16for Centre St., will be a four (4)Essex year term. www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
519.776.4268
Applicant Eligibility Criteria: • Resident, owner or tenant of land in Essex County • Canadian Citizen • At least 18 years old • Not prohibited by law from voting in a municipal election • Not an employee of the Essex County Library Board or the Corporation of the County of Essex
Find us online
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a majority of the members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee shall be persons with disabilities. Submit an online application form available on the County of Essex website www.countyofessex.on.ca or print copies of applications are available at the Essex County Administration Office or any branch of the Essex County Library.
519.776.4268
16 Centre St., Essex Completed applications will be received by the undersigned until www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com th 4:30 p.m. on December 5 , 2014.
CLASSIFIEDS WORK!
Advertise here!
Mary S. Brennan Director of Council Services/Clerk County of Essex Suite 202, 360 Fairview Avenue West Essex, Ontario Tel: (519) 776-6441 Ext. 1335 TTY: 1-877-624-4832 Fax: (519) 776-4455 clerk@countyofessex.on.ca www.countyofessex.on.ca
Find us online
16 CENTRE ST., ESSEX
519.776.4268 www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com
18 I Community
Essex Free Press
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Community asked to donate gifts for youth toy drive by Sylene Argent As Christmas nears, area residents are hitting local stores and businesses in search of holiday gifts for their friends and loved ones. The Essex Salvation Army is asking shoppers in a position to give to purchase a toy for local youth in need this Christmas. The Salvation Army will accept new, unwrapped gifts for its Christmas Toy Drive until Dec. 12. Salvation Army Lieutenant Kristen Gray of the Essex Salvation Army
said toys could be dropped off at the Salvation Army Thrift Store, which is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Salvation Army will then distribute these toys to those youth in need in the community. With the communityÕ s help, Gray is expecting the Salvation Army to support 100- 120 local families with the gifts for their youth. Area individuals wanting to give to the Christmas Toy Drive can also submit items to the program during the Town Hall Tree Lighting and
Kettle kickoff event to be held outside the Essex Municipal Building this Friday, November 21, starting at 6 p.m. The Essex District High School and Essex Public School bands will be at the Tree Lighting to help kick off the festive season. Carriage rides will also be available, along with chili, hot dogs, and hot beverages. Youth will be able to take part in the Christmas trivia challenge for a chance to win prizes. The Essex Centre BIA and Salvation Army co-host this event.
Gray noted Essex 73Õ s fans could also bring a toy to submit to the Toy Drive program at the hockey clubÕ s December 9 home game versus Alvinston at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. The puck drops at 7 p.m. Those who bring childrenÕ s toys for this cause will receive a ballot for a chance to win 73Õ s apparel. The Salvation Army approached the 73Õ s about helping out with the campaign, and was thrilled the 73Õ s responded to the request so quickly. Ò We are excited to
partner with the Essex 73Õ s and work together to serve our community,Ó Gray said. Members of the Essex Salvation Army will be on hand to collect the toys during the game. Another way to forward gifts to the Christmas Toy Drive is to donate items to the SantaÕ s Cause for Kids program, which is spearheaded by the Essex OPP. Keep an eye out for drop off locations at area businesses. A portion of the items this program collects goes to the Essex Salvation Army for its Christmas Toy Drive. Ò We want to make sure every family has a good Christmas. We can get busy doing our shopping and forget about those who donÕ t have the same resources as we do,Ó Gray commented. The Salvation Army is in need of toys for girls and boys from age 8-12. Typically, the Toy Drive receives many items for
younger children. Families who have registered for this program will be invited to pick out items they know their children will like, and are appropriate. The hall at the Essex Salvation Army will be set up like a toyshop in order to do this. Though the deadline for the gift drop off is December 12, The Salvation Army will continue to receive any items dropped off after this date. Those items will be distributed next year. Another way area individuals, businesses, or organizations can help is by hosting their own toy drive. The Salvation Army would be happy to collect those items, Gray said. Monetary donations will also be accepted towards this program, and will be used to purchase gifts for youth. Anyone with questions is urged to call the Church at (519) 7764628.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Sports/Community I 19
Essex Free Press
Raiders denied Wilson football title Fantasy of Lights kicks-off
Christmas in Kingsville
Essex running back Matt Hobson carries the ball against St. Anne’s.
by Fred Groves The Essex Red Raiders will have to wait another year to reclaim the WECSSAA Wilson Conference senior football title. Thursday night on a snow-covered Alumni Field at the University of Windsor, the Red Raiders were beaten 17-14 in overtime by the St. AnneÕ s Saints.
It was a tough pill to swallow for Essex who, after going 3-4 in the regular season, rattled off a pair of playoff wins to reach the division championship. They last won the title in 2009 when they beat Brennan. Ò I told them to keep their heads high. They played tough and had a good season,Ó said head coach Badi Qawwas.
There was no scoring in the opening quarter, although Essex did look defensively sharp when James Morgan sacked the SaintsÕ quarterback and Nash Prieur recovered a loose ball. Essex pivot Adam Amicarelli managed to find big tight end Matt OÕ Neil for a couple of catches. Amicarelli had one of Continued on Page 24
Kingsville Scouts Kalynne Long, Andrew Buis and Ben Buis cook up hotdogs at Lakeside Park in Kingsville at the opening ceremonies of the town’s annual Fantasy of Lights.
by Jennifer Cranston Each year Kingsville fills Lakeside Park with a twinkle light spectacular called Fantasy Two and a half year old of Lights. This year’s opening ceremonies Arik and Ayden Green took their followed the townÕ s Christmas Parade on parents David and Tiffany on a tour of the Christmas lights spectacle at Saturday night. The evening begins with dinner with Santa Lakeside Park in Kingsville on Sunfor the little ones, where children and their day night. families have dinner in the Pavilion and enjoy the opportunity to meet Santa and the Mrs. This was the first year the dinner was sponsored by Eat, Drink, and Dine Kingsville. Heather Brown of Main Grill and Ale House, Trevor Loop of Jack’s Gastro Pub and Anthony DelBrocco of Mettawa Station were on hand dishing up dinner to about 300 people. The restaurants involved donated all the food so proceeds can be turned back into next yearÕ s event. Following a nighttime parade, Santa flipped the switch to the Christmas light display and spectators were treated to a fireworks show. By Sunday, a layer of fluffy snow had fallen to complete the holiday scene. Train rides will be available for children and families through the park for the duration of the season.
FABULOUS HAIR STARTS WITH GOOD “HAIR SENSE”
20 I Community Hub
I Thursday, November 20, 2014
Essex Free Press
Continued from Page 17 of Christ Sunday. The door greeters are Agnes Little & Jennifer Reeb. Elder on Duty is Lonnie Jones and Lock Up is Paul Thomas. Please remember all the sick and shut - ins, those in hospital, homebound and in rest and nursing homes, those who mourn, are lonely, depressed and less fortunate, and any others not well at this time in your thoughts and prayers, with a card, call or visit. Maidstone Cross The Giving Tree is up at St. Mary’s. Please take a gift tag and return your wrapped gift along with the tag no later than December 13th. The Goodfellows would like to know if you or someone you know needs a Christmas food basket. Please contact Wendy at 890-9120 before December 13th. The next Pasta Night takes place on December 10th at 5 p.m. in the hall. Please keep in your prayers the students who are receiving their Sacrament of Confirmation this coming Sunday at St. Mary’s Church.
FOUNDATION REPAIRS
Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman Everyone is welcome to attend our Sunday 10 am Worship Service with Pastor Steve Jones. Sunday School is available. Kid’s Club is every Tuesday at 3:30 pm led by Rev. Linda Hollingsworth. Brooker Baptist Church will participate in the Christmas House tour (this year held during the Kingsville Migration Festival), held this weekend, Nov. 22 & 23. The church has been beautifully decorated for this occasion. You are invited to come and tour the facilities. The fall business meeting will be held following the worship service on Sunday, Nov. 30th. All members and adherents are encouraged to attend. The annual Church Supper and Christmas Concert will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 6pm. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this happy time together. Continue to pray for those in nursing homes and rest homes as well as the shut-ins our community. Essex Retirees’ Club News Crafts for Bazaar - There are extra craft days with JoAnn Hayes to make items for the Bazaar and your help is needed. The Bazaar is November 29, with lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We need donations for our bake table, white elephant sale and for money to buy groceries for the lunch table. The sandwiches will be made in the Centre’s kitchen. All Friday activities on the 28th are cancelled to make way for Bazaar preparations.
CUSTOM KITCHEN CABINETS
The next public Friday night bingo games are Nov. 21, starting at 7:15 p.m. The Saturday euchre winner was G Davidson with Diana Dennis in second place and Mavis law in third. Judy Kelly took high score at Monday night pepper while Regina Garrod and Mary Lou Chibi tied with most peppers and Kevin Edwards came in at low point. It was Debbie Monchamp that took high spot at wednesday night pepper and George Diesbourg earned most while Lawrence Dobson stood at low spot.
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 as we welcome Dr Simon du Toit, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea. GEMS & Cadets meet on Monday evening from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Girls and boys grades 1 – 8 are all welcome to come out for an evening of fun and fellowship! Coffee Break Ladies Bible Study meets on Tuesday morning at 9:30 am. All ladies are welcome to attend. Mark your calendars for our upcoming Free Movie Night on Friday, November 28 featuring “How to Train Your Dragon 2”. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca
PROFESSIONAL PAINTING
STEVE PROUT
OVER 20 YEARS E C EXPERIEN Don’t you deserve the best price, service and quality? Water Proofing Slabjacking Wall Reinforcing Foundation Repairs
PROFESSIONAL
PAINTER
On-the-spot Free Estimates Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial
Free Estimates, Guaranteed Work
723-2300
Call for prompt dependable service
www.soullieresolutions.com
REAL ESTATE
226-975-6789 spworkhard@gmail.com
REAL ESTATE
CHILD CARE
RHONDA SAAD
y Happ s e i r Sto n i Beg ... With
Sales Representative
ALL CENT RES OPEN T O THE PUBLIC • Quality Licensed COTTAM
519-839-5666
302 Cty Rd 27 Gosfield North School latchkey JK to 12 yrs.
ESSEX
MAIDSTONE
200 Fairview Ave. W. Holy Name School infant - 12 yrs.
12096 County Rd. #34 St. Mary’s School latchkey JK to 12 yrs.
519-776-6555
Child Care • Experienced Teachers • CPR/First Aid Trained • Full and Half Day Programs • Nutritious Lunches and Snacks
Bus: (519) 322-2233 Cell: (519) 919-1212 Fax: (519) 322-0151 rhondasaad@live.ca 102 TALBOT STREET WEST • LEAMINGTON, ON • N8H 1M8
HEARING AIDS
REAL ESTATE
PLUMBING
HEATING & COOLING
CONCRETE REPAIR
PLUMBING/HEATING Wayne Warkentin
54 Mill St. E. Kingsville, ON N9Y 1K7 www.warkentinplumbing.ca
Chris Warkentin
P. 519-733-5832 F. 519-733-6674
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Community Hub I 21
Essex Free Press
Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman REIGN OF CHRIST SUNDAY come join us as we celebrate Holy Communion. Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev Ann will be conducting Holy Communion and giving her special message. The Greeters at the door will be Bill Olsen and Elaine Ireland.The Scripture reader is Connie Reeb. The Scripture Readings are Ezekiel 34: 11-16, 20-24; Psalm 95: 1-7a; Ephesians 1: 15-23 and Matthew 25: 31-46. The lunch servers are Gerry and Beth Taylor, Elaine Ireland and Bill and Donna Roubus. Our Warming Tree is for the Downtown Mission, please bring in the following: Socks, hats, underweart-shirts, scarves and gloves. Missed a Sunday? Rev.Ann’s sermons will frequently be posted on our website. http://www.woodsleeuntiedchurch.com. Coffee and Conversation on Thursday at 10 am. Lectionary Group follows coffee time at Belle River at 11 am12. Church Calendars are available. Contact Elaine Mailloux.
MASSAGE ThERAPY
Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker Well here we go... It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Happy Birthday wishes to Nancy Fitch and George Newman. Happy 62nd Anniversary to Claude and Joyce Ebbinghaus on the weekend. A card or phone call or a visit would be nice! Also celebrating this weekend is George and Krystel Holt! Best of wishes! The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum held a Bazaar over the weekend with a good crowd attending. The Pleasant Valley Community Club held a Pepper party and the lucky folks were Mary Demars, Audrey Stanley, Josie Dresser, Elaine Taylor, George Diesbourg, Thomas Allison & Jack Morris. For Euchre on Saturday evening the lucky folks were Eileen Ames, Mary Demars, Keith Dresser, John Smith, Don Ames & Audrey Stanley. Door prizes to Alice Crawford & Thomas Allison. Come and join in with friends and neighbours for some great card games. All are welcome so come on over. Our community has been saddened this past weekend with the passing of Doreen Miller nee Seabourne, wife of Clarence (Woody) and dear mother of Kurtis, Beth & Laura and their spouses and will be dearly missed by all the grandkids. May she rest in peace and we will all remember her. A great lady. Have a great week and enjoy the snow! Woodslee Community Centre Submitted by Patrik O’Brien The Woodslee Community Center (W.C.C.) is working with the community to support local food banks through the ‘Woodslee
MASSAGE ThERAPY
Cares’ Food Drive. They have partnered with United Way, and other community groups, for this initiative. All items collected will go directly to Essex area food banks. The food drive will conclude on December 12, 2014. The Woodslee Cares initiative is a community effort that began to help fight hunger in our local area. The idea behind the event is to show the community can work together to create a strong initiative. Woodslee groups that are contributing to the food drive include, but are not limited to, the Woodslee Community Center, St. John the Evangelist School, St. John the Evangelist Parish and Youth Group, the Woodslee United Church, the Church of the Living Word, the Woodslee branch of Libro Credit Union, and the Woodslee Mini Mart. For more information: www.woodsleecommunity.com.
Woodslee Friendship Club There’s nothing like a friendly card game with friends to warm the heart and boost the spirit. We welcome all who want to come and join us on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and/or Friday night at St. John’s School in Woodslee. For more information, contact Fran McKim at 961-9532. Last weeks’ winners were: Thomas Allison, Marg Chevalier, LeRoy Davidson, Mary Demars, Leo Durocher, Irene Gignac, Dennis Lavasseur, Jean Matalik, Fran McKim, Dave McMurren, Joanne McMurren, Donna Poisson, Audrey Stanley and George Sutherland.
RENOVATIONS
AMBER MINNETT
Registered Massage Therapist 106 Talbot Street, South Essex, ON
Work#: 519-776-5151 or Cell#: 519-980-6089 Full Time Hours: Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8am - 6pm Tuesdays, 8am - 7pm • Saturdays, 8am - 11am
ACCOUNTING
ACCOUNTING
INSURANCE
GRAHAM SETTERINGTON McINTOSH DRIEDGER & HICKS LLP Chartered Professional Accountants R. Tyler Hicks Heather L. MacPherson Lindsay L. Iatonna Tim C. Driedger P.O. Box 189, 49 Erie St. N., Leamington, Ontario N8H 3W2 Phone 519-326-2681 • Fax 519-326-8044
FINANCIAL
LAWYER
ACCOUNTING
PRINTING
FINANCIAL PLANNING
ACCOUNTING
361 Talbot Street North Essex, Ontario N8M 2W3 Phone 519-776-6686 Fax 519-776-6808
Business Cards Letterhead Envelopes Flyers Invoices
t P rin
! h e g in
Bulletins Tickets Cerlox Binding Photocopying Colour Copies
On Time Quality Printing!
Brad Miehls
Ed Fuerth
B.A., CA
B. Comm., CA
www.hyattlassaline.com Essex Office 14 Victoria Avenue Essex, Ontario N8M 1M3 Phone (519) 776-4869 Fax (519) 776-4913
Windsor Office 2510 Ouellette Ave., Ste. 203 Windsor, Ontario N8X 1L4 Phone (519) 966-4626 Fax (519) 966-9206
www.hyattlassaline.com Essex Office 14 Victoria Avenue Essex, Ontario N8M 1M3 Phone (519) 776-4869 Fax (519) 776-4913
Windsor Office 2510 Ouellette Ave., Ste. 203 Windsor, Ontario N8X 1L4 Phone (519) 966-4626 Fax (519) 966-9206
22 I Opinion/Sports
Essex Free Press
I
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Binghampton Senators. • Congratulations to He sits third in team former Essex Ravens Red Raiders head scoring with nine points in players Carson Oulette to OFSAA and Dan Youman who 15 games. • Still with hockey, the were recently named to the The Essex District WECSSAA boysÕ and OUA all-rookie team. High School senior boysÕ girlsÕ seasons begin this • Conner MacKinnon volleyball team will head week. The EDHS Red made 33 saves Saturday to Dryden this week Raiders boysÕ team has night to backstop the for the OFSAA Ô AAÕ back-to-back games as Wheatley Sharks to a 3-1 championships. The Red it hosted Kingsville on win over Wallaceburg in Raiders were crowned Wednesday and Thursday Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ SWOSSA champs Hockey League action. travels to Belle River. recently. Essex will • From the volleyball MacKinnon, from Cottam, open its schedule against court, EDHS grad Emily has a 6-5 record and a 3.49 Lockerby in the roundMcCloskey, a starter with GAA. robin format. If you have anything for the University of Windsor • Goalie Trevor Lancers womenÕ s team, the sports roundup, please Wheaton of Essex made 20 had five kills and seven contact Fred Groves at saves on Thursday to help points on Friday as they FredGrovesgrover54@ the Leamington Junior Ô BÕ beat Lakehead three hotmail.ca. Flyers to a 5-2 win over straight on Friday. London. Wheaton spots a 9-3 record with one shutout and a 2.80 GAA. • EDHS grad Nicole Morse had six points as Ò Words are easy, like the wind; QueenÕ s University beat Faithful friends are hard to find.” Waterloo Friday night in ~ William Shakespeare OUA womenÕ s basketball action. Morse was 3-for3 from the field. The next day she was held scoreless but grabbed four rebounds as the Gaels lost 56-53 to Laurier. • In other university St. John’s Woodslee Catholic Women’s League sports news, Ryan Green would like to thank all involved in making is amongst the scoring our Bazaar a success. Special thanks to all who leaders with the University donated prizes for the raffles and other donated of Windsor LancerÕ s menÕ s items. To all who helped with hall set up, pie hockey team as he has 13 baking, cooking, kitchen help, convenors and points in as many games booth helpers, ticket sellers, clean up crew and all and 16 PIM. who came to our Bazaar. • Essex’s Dalton Raffle Winners Langlois had a goal in 1.) Quilt - Peter Fuerth #0466 a losing effort for the 2.) Nativity Set - Connie Vermeulen #0873 3.) Bench - Wanda Jones #0739 LaSalle Junior Ô BÕ Vipers 4.) $50.00 - Andy Barrette #0238 last week as they fell 4-2 5.) Lap Afghan - Rita Bissonette #0455 to Chatham. 6.) Baby Quilt - Crystal Morand #0850 • Matt Puempel was 7.) St. John the Evangelist School Raffle - Jackie Diemer held pointless in his last two games with the
by Fred Groves
1978 Thunderbird still with original owner!
George Pretli’s 1978 Thunderbird Town Landau coupe. Note hideaway headlights, an idea pioneered by the 1936-37 Cord (those were cranked by hand).
An email arrived from Cynthia Pretli of Cottam, Ontario: “Hi Bill. Here is the story of a 1978 Thunderbird. When we take it out around town in Leamington and back home to Albuna near Cottam, there are smiles/thumbs up/stares/and flashing of the lights from cars passing by. It is delightful because I think some people recall the 70s, and with the younger kids giving the thumbs up, they wonder what kind of car it is. I am sure there are not many left around. “It is black enamel (original paint job) with aluminum wheels with red inside them, wide whitewalls, and red pin-striping on the outside. “My husband George purchased this car new in November 1977 in Harrow. He wanted to trade it in years back when we purchased a new 1985 Topaz but I told him why? We did not give it up and it is still in our garage. The TÕ Bird was the lead car in our wedding party along with two Corvettes back in 1980 when we got married in Leamington. We brought our first son home from the hospital in this car when he was born. “We are a family of car buffs and we enjoy driving the T’Bird around occasionally. Our two sons have Mustangs. Robert, our oldest son, has an ’85 GT Cobra restored by EZ Auto Body in Ruthven (Robert is a mechanic at VW). Michael has a ’95 Mustang which he bought when he was 16 years old.” The Pretlis’ 1978 Thunderbird rolled off the assembly line in the fall of 1977. It was the second year of down-sizing following the Arab oil embargo of October 1973, which sent shock waves through the auto industry. At that time, the Thunderbird shared the same body as Lincoln with a wheelbase of 120 inches. It remained in production up to 1976, when it was replaced with the new generation of T’Bird at 114 inches. In 1980, Thunderbird was down-sized again with a wheelbase of 108 inches, and down-sized again in 1983 at 104 inches, bringing it close to the wheelbase of the original 2-seater Thunderbird (102 inches) produced from 1955 to 1957. The 1978 Thunderbird came in three styles: hardtop coupe, Town Landau coupe, and Diamond Jubilee coupe (celebrating 75 years of Ford). Three V8 engines were available: a standard 302 and two optional V8s: 351 and 400. No matter which engine you chose, you had enough horsepower to keep up with anything else on the road. All Thunderbirds today are highly collectible cars. IÕ 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: Ò OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.Ó
Voice Of Inspiration
Thank You!
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I
Sports I 23
Essex Free Press
73’s still on top of the league by Garrett Fodor Last Tuesday night in Essex, the 73Õ s looked to continue their fierce play on home ice as they hosted the Mooretown Flags. Coming into the game Essex was outshooting their opponents 215-110 on home ice while averaging 5.8 goals per game. And with Eric Shaw returning to the 73Õ s after a brief stint with the Leamington Flyers, it was expected these numbers would rise. Essex was quick to get the offense rolling against their opponents when Jordan Ryan went through four opposing players to cap off a spectacular play with a goal at the 10:46
mark of the first. No less than 36 seconds later Tyler Scott found yet another hole in the Flags defense as he eluded a number of players and finished with another pretty goal. Anthony Cristofaro ended the first period with a tally of his own. Essex dictated the play, out-shooting Mooretown 16-6, which ended FlagsÕ starting goaltender Brandon JohnsonÕ s evening. Essex quickly tested JohnsonÕ s replacement, as Daniel Slipchuk finished off a pass from Patrick Cuffaro with a power play tally early in period two. It was at this point that EssexÕ s offense applied heavy pressure, keeping
Mooretown deep in their own end zone and forcing a number of icing calls. Matt Zelko capitalized on a tired Flags shift drilling home a slap shot five and a half minutes into the period. The other Matt, Matthew Hebert, also found the back of the net when he snapped a shot five hole to extend the lead to 6. Mark MacPherson finished off the second period scoring as his screened point shot found the back of the cage. Shots in period two favoured the 73Õ s by a 17-7 count. Essex came out of the dressing room for period three and picked up where they left off, controlling the play with their strong offensive presence. As the 73Õ s continued to push, which led to Daniel Slipchuk finishing off a Dan Mainella pass. The FlagsÕ mistakes mounted, leading to another Essex power play. The 73Õ s power play at home has a 21 percent success rate this season, and it did not take long for the power play unit to capitalize as William Stadder cashed in after some excellent cycling of the puck making the final score 9-0 Essex. Essex ended up with 54 shots on goal to MooretownÕ s 20. Essex goaltender Colin Lauzon picked up his second consecutive shutout, with his biggest save coming mid third period when he stopped a 2 on 0 breakaway after the two 73Õ s defenseman collided at the Mooretown blueline. The offense had 13 different players contributing - William Stadder, Matt Zelko, Tyler Scott, Matthew Hebert, Phil Janikowski, Mark MacPherson, Patrick Cuffaro, Dan Mainella, and, Dallas Pereira all with single points. Anthony Cristofaro, Eric Shaw, Tyler Turner, and Daniel Slipchuk had had two point efforts, while Jordan Ryan led the way with a three-point night. Eric Shaw credited his recent experience with the Flyers for his success Tuesday. Ò I think getting called up and playing the quicker game in Leamington really helped
me,Ó he said, Ò as well as the bigger ice surface. I think it helped me see the game better and slow it down some. Ò I think we just need to stick to our game plan and continue to do the little things right and we will be fine. We have been having a lot of success lately by doing that.Ó Essex faced hard opposition when they traveled to Lakeshore to face the Canadiens on Friday. With the history and the competitiveness of these two clubs, this tilt promised to be a tough one and it did not disappoint for those that were expecting it. The game began with both clubs struggling to maintain possession of the puck due to the poor ice conditions, which had the puck bouncing all over the place. As a result both teams had to compensate by playing more of a defensive style of game that resulted in a low number of quality chances to score. Lakeshore out shot Essex 13-8 in the opening period, but it was Essex who cashed in on one of their few chances. While killing a late period penalty to teammate Eric Shaw, Tyler Scott blocked a point shot that allowed him to waltz in all alone on CanadiensÕ goalkeeper John Jeffries. Scott beat Jeffries with a quick snap shot with 0.1 ticks remaining on the clock to give Essex the 1-0 lead. The later two thirds of the game changed, as Lakeshore looked to take control of the game and respond to the Essex goal. In an attempt to
Thank
find the basket behind Hedrick, the CanadiensÕ peppered him with shots, firing 21 shots in 40 minutes. Essex held on with help from several key last minute blocked shots and preserved their 1-0 lead over their rivals. FridayÕ s win was EssexÕ s seventh straight. Ò The game was very intense, especially playing our biggest rivals, holding a slim one goal lead late in the game. I had to stay focused and make some key saves, and the boys in front of me also came up
big in blocking a number of shots,Ó Hedrick, who earned the shutout commented. Ò The ice was not great tonight, and it was actually difficult to slide across at times. Ò Lakeshore is an aggressive team and were trying hard to get me off my game, but I hung in there. In the end we got the Ò WÓ , and we are happy to take it and run.Ó
th 13 Annual Bill Jones Sr. You! 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament
Thanks to all the volunteers and players that participated and as well to our Sponsors:
• Bellaire Landscape Inc. • Cammie Ridley - Financial Advisor • Central Welding and Iron Works • Centerline (Windsor) Limited • Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet Limited • Detroit Windsor Tunnel
• DPM Insurance Group • Dr Storey - Essex Dental Centre • Essex 73’s • Essex Pharma Care Pharmacy Inc. • Essex Weld Solutions • Facca lncorp • Festival Tent & Party Rentals Inc.
• Forest Machine & Manufacturing Inc. • Johnny Shotz Billiards Bar Café • M&M Canteen • Reid Funeral Homes • Tim Horton’s (Essex) • Tracy Vandenberg - Sun Life Financial
24 I Sports
Essex Free Press
I Thursday, November 20, 2014
Smith working the lines in OHA hockey
Spencer Smith grabs the puck during Friday night’s OHA game in Lakeshore.
by Fred Groves There is no secret that Windsor-Essex is a hot bed for producing hockey players. It is also a training ground for officials. Just 20-years-old, Spencer Smith of Essex has decided to put on the striped shirt and grab the whistle as he is a linesman in the Ontario Hockey
Association. After playing minor hockey up to midget, and admitting he was not a very good player, he started doing novice house league games when he was 16. Ò I enjoyed it. I had a buddy who was getting into it and I decided to give it a try,Ó said Smith.
Readying himself for the Great Lakes Junior Ô CÕ Hockey League game between the host Lakeshore Canadiens and the Essex 73Õ s, he looked back at what got him interested in being a hockey official. Ò I am obviously not going to play any more but I still want to be active in hockey.Ó Starting at novice house league in the cold, old Essex Memorial Arena, he has worked himself up to working as a linesman in the Ontario Hockey Association and is not ruling out a possible career as a hockey official. Ò I donÕ t know. We will see how it goes. I wouldnÕ t turn it down obviously. Right now, IÕ m in school at St. Clair College to eventually becoming a police officer,” said Smith. Essex has produced more than its share of referees, most notably, National Hockey League veteran Dan OÕ Halloran who has nearly 25 years experience in the pros and has officiated in both the
Olympics and the Stanley Cup finals. David Cassidy and Kevin Flood were also refs in the pros. “A lot of officials, the last couple of years have gone through tryouts. I was kind of lucky; I wasnÕ t in that group. One night they needed someone in Wheatley,Ó said Smith of doing his first Junior Ô CÕ game just a couple of months ago. Ò I went out, a couple of guys watched me and they decided to
keep me on so here I am.Ó Being a strong skater is obviously important to being an official, so is knowledge of the rules, breaking up the odd fight, and having thick skin. Friday night in Lakeshore, he did not have to get mixed up in any altercations but there was the odd skirmish he had to step between. Ò There is a lot more going on,Ó he said of comparing minor to
junior hockey. Ò The players are smarter and the atmosphere is better. A lot of people come out to watch.Ó When asked what he does not like about being an official, he was honest and said there was nothing he didnÕ t like about it. And who knows, maybe the start he got in WindsorEssex will bloom into something bigger.
Raiders denied Wilson...
Continued from Page 19
the best offensive plays of the game early in the second quarter as he kept the ball on third and inches. A couple of plays later, Morgan ran into the end zone for the major. The Saints scored on an 11-yard pass with 2:12 left in the first half and then Brendan Braccio scored to put St. AnneÕ s ahead. Ò I donÕ t know if there was a turning point in the game. It was a good football game by two well-contested teams,Ó said Qawwas. In the third quarter, OÕ Neil made another great catch and defensively Austin Stephens got his hand up to knock down an attempted pass. Essex got back on the scoreboard in the final quarter when Morgan had his second touchdown of the game and Matt Hobson converted his second point after. That was a huge point as St. AnneÕ s had missed an extra point and it was 14-13 for Essex late in the game. Both teams did as expected. They gave the ball to their best players,Ó said Qawwas. St. AnneÕ s was able to get a single point when they booted the ball into the end zone and Morgan could not get over the goal line. That sent the game into overtime where the Saints, winning the coin flip, started on the 35-yard line. They managed to kick a field goal to win the game.