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A LOOK INSIDE

Goodfellows: The Pulleyblank story

Essex Council Notes PAGE 3 _______________ Gosfield North P.S. goes after world record PAGE 7 _______________ Christmas Bazaar hosted at Steam & Gas Museum PAGE 10 _______________ Volunteers help build better communities PAGE 13 _______________ Christmas comes to CTMHV PAGE 19 _______________ 73’s Prevail over Flags PAGE 27 _______________

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Over the weekend, the Essex Region Goodfellows, firefighters, and many other supporters, took to the the streets with newspapers in hand as part of the annual newspaper campaign. All proceeds collected will go towards food baskets that are distributed to families in need across the Essex County region around the holiday season.

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by Shelbey Hernandez This time of year, most people across Windsor and Essex County will easily recognize the newspaper-carrying Goodfellows, firefighters, and supporters. These volunteers exchange the special edition newspaper for a donation to support local food banks. When area residents noticed these volunteers out on local streets on November 18 and 19, they knew what the deal was— give a donation, receive a paper. Some may have even been aware where these donations were going. However, they may not have known exactly what a Goodfellow was and how this newspaper-exchange all started.

Goodfellows originally began in the States and with it, so did the newspaper campaign. Then Goodfellows appeared in Windsor under the name Sandwich South Goodfellows. Not long after, the Sandwich South Goodfellows amalgamated with Tecumseh. There was a family whose members were a part of Goodfellows even before the amalgamation. Growing up in the Essex region, the Pulleyblank family, consisting of a father, a daughter, and a son, saw the need for a Goodfellows program that supported those in their area. So in 2004, not long after the amalgamation, Bob Pulleyblank, his daughter Wendy Pulleyblank-Cunningham,

and his son Earl created the Essex Region Goodfellows. A year later, Bob started up the newspaper campaign. Since Bob’s passing six years ago, Wendy and Earl have continued their work with Goodfellows. After all, it has been a part of their lives from the moment it became a part of their father’s life. Wendy was just 15 when she began work with Goodfellows. For her, hitting the streets with papers in hand was a sign of the Christmas season. She said doing what she’s been doing for the past 40 years has given her a great appreciation for her life. Knowing families in

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Goodfellows: The Pulleyblank story... need during the holidays would have food baskets large enough to last them even after the holidays was rewarding. “When I deliver the food baskets and the gifts, the people I’m delivering these things to people who have totally different living situations from me. I was raised with a roof over my head, good education, and food on the table and these

people just had nothing,” Wendy said. “So growing up, we just really appreciated what we had and I think learning that at the very beginning, it helped me appreciate my life and taught me to work hard to make my life what I want it to be. I think it was extremely rewarding at a young age and it continues to be every year.” Aside from Wendy,

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her brother, and her father, her nephew also is involved in Goodfellows and has been since the Essex one was formed 12 years ago. Of course, they don’t act alone. Firefighters with Essex Fire & Rescue Services, volunteers from the Knights of Columbus, and students from St. Clair College’s Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training

program all took part in the newspaper campaign over the weekend. Since 2005, the organization has done 11 annual newspaper campaigns, raising more than $480,000 for four local foodbanks. These foodbanks are the Essex Area Food Bank, Essex Salvation Army Food Bank, and the St. Vincent de Paul Food Banks in Harrow and McGregor. This year, Wendy said each of the food banks can expect to get around $10,000, which should cover the costs of the food baskets they distributed to those in need in Oldcastle, Maidstone, McGregor, Gesto, Harrow, Colchester, and Essex. So why has this family done this for so many years? Why do Goodfellows choose to be Goodfellows? To Wendy, the answer is obvious. “There’s such a need in our community. Somebody asked me,

‘How many food baskets go out?’ and I said, ‘There has to be at least between 250 and 300 food baskets between the four food banks.’ So there are 300 families that need a food basket and that’s just incredible,” Wendy said. “People don’t realize how many people need this. You don’t know

what your next door neighbour is like. Even the elderly can’t make ends meet. It’s the ones that are working but they’re the working poor. So there is a great need for these food baskets to keep them going not just for Christmas, but throughout the year.”

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Essex Santa Claus Parade is Saturday, Dec. 10th at 6:30 p.m.

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Essex Council Notes for November 21

by Sylene Argent Residents share Brien Ave. E. flooding experience Jake and Carolyne Oliver shared their flooding experience with Council. They live on Brien Ave. E (west of Gosfield Townline) as do Jake’s parents. Jake said he has never really experienced flooding before, but it seems to have began after the new public school was built. He is not sure if that has anything to do with the flooding issue. In some instances after a storm, he said there is up to 13 inches of water on the road. In the past, he said, the Fire Department had to go to the corner of the street to close the road due to the excess water. His parents have experienced basement flooding. He shared a letter with Council on his parents’ behalf. He said there are three drains there, but they don’t seem to work. He said even though his area is flooded, nearby residents could be cutting their grass. “It’s puzzling,” he said. Jake said he has been in contact in Essex’s Director of Infrastructure & Development Chris Nepszy since April, asking the Town to look

into the matter. He said recently, action on the file has taken place. He said he appreciates what the Town is doing to look into the matter. His concerned is that the problem has yet been identified. Nepszy agreed Jake summed up the issue with the correct word, “puzzling.” In addition, he said this area is typically the first to hold water. He said the Town has focused quite a bit on the investigation to this problem, and those results have been “uninspiring” as there has been no “Ah ha” moment as to what is causing this problem. He said the water does leave the area, sometimes after several hours. During the investigation, Nepszy said no major blockage or issue that would cause the flooding has been identified. He said Council has approved the Storm Water Model, and it is in final stages of finalization. He believes using this is the next step to try to figure out the flooding issue in the area. Council received the presentation. Resident opposes removing Lester Street “No Parking” signs Larry Wuerch of Lester

Street told Council he was opposed to removing the “No Parking” signs from one side of the cul-dusac. Residents of the street approached Council at the previous meeting to note they wanted them removed, and submitted a petition to support their case. They had said there was not enough on-street parking to accommodate visitors. Wuerch said he has been able to find plenty of parking through simply communicating with neighbours to ask to use a space in the driveway for a few hours, or the parking lot of the nearby church. He said he knows the signs are there to keep the street, which has a narrow entrance, clear for emergency responders and winter services. Councillor Steve Bjorkman explained at the previous meeting Council had asked administration to look into the matter and submit a report as to the pros and cons of potentially removing the “No Parking” signs. He said he agreed there should be no parking on one side of the street as it is narrow. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he to agrees that the street is narrow. Councillor Sherry Bondy said the points

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made were great, which will give Council another perspective on the issue. She put a motion forward that Wuerch’s presentation be sent to administration to be included in the developing report on the matter. Motion carried.

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Town sponsored New Year’s events Essex Council received and supported the Community Services report that highlighted the Town will host a free public skate session on December 31 at the Essex Centre Sports Complex and at Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre. The Town will also host a free public swim at the Essex Recreation Complex on January 1.

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Life is a mystery

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From the time Human Beings began to be sentient, there have been a few question looming above our heads, such as, “Why are we here,” and “Why am I here?” One question is inclusive of us all as a species, the other more reflective of our individual purpose within our species here on earth. Every day, we are a part of this system that keeps rolling. We work hard, we consume, we buy, we grow, we learn, and then we are preoccupied with whatever form of entertainment that grabs our interest. But, even after thousands of years, we still ponder what is the purpose of life. And, sometime we still refer back to the philosophers who spoke with fervor with their idealisms on the subject for which still appears to have no clear answer available to us as of yet. All we can do is come to our own conclusions. Perhaps there are answers to

these questions. Perhaps there are not. Maybe there is a great plan for us all, but a great plan may interrupt our free will, or at least the version of it we think we have. On the other hand, if we have such small significance, what it the point of our existance? We witness family members and friends struggle every day, some with huge health or emotional obstacles; we work hard, currently in an economy that is still in rough shape, to keep ourselves fed, clothed, and sheltered. We discuss amongst ourselves how it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with the bills and to find decent paying employment. It would seem life is about struggle. But, it is also about all of those great moments experienced in conjunction with those experienced struggles and challenges. Those struggles give us character, they often make us stronger individuals. But sometimes, they can take us down,

too. After all, we are only human. Perhaps the best answer is that the point of existence is just to simply exist, and the point of being a human being is to just “be.” We don’t know if there will be a tomorrow for us, and if there is what challenges or opportunities could be presented. And “being” can just mean making yourself available to assist someone in need as in ‘being there;’ an important aspect of community. Perhaps it is the experience of living, understanding upset, experiencing grief, getting past anger or doubt, learning to trust and love, being able to enjoy the moment in which you are living can be summed up in just one word. Just “be.”

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Recently the world witnessed electoral history in the U.S. with the election of Donald J. Trump as President. It will take academics years to do a full analysis of this. However, early conclusions point to a breakdown in attentiveness to segments of American society. Also integral was a desire for change from “establishment” politics.

I believe that there are those of us who can identify with a feeling of exclusion from the system. Sometimes it feels as though government is its own self-sustaining entity that the population gets to cast judgement on every few years. All individuals have the potential to

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Downtown Facades The work done on the main street building in Essex Centre certainly improves the appearance of that block. It would help if there were no empty stores. However, we do have new businesses, although they are very diverse compared to what we used to have. And that is good. I remember when David Simon wanted to give the rustic appearance to his store and the council of the day had objections. After much discussion, he was given approval. That barn board area above the store is distracting in my opinion, particularly in the present setting of the street. Awhile ago, when I was in a different town, I noticed

store fronts and realized many of those in Essex are relatively new. That was one result of the 1980 gas explosion. I am wondering what has happened to the Rotarian mural that was taken down to refinish that building. I was told it would be returned to the site. Maybe yet. There is so much traffic on the street that it is difficult for a driver to take much notice of the stores unless, they are stopped by the trafffic lights I don’t think there are as many pedestrians as there used to be, but I wonder if those on foot pay much attention to the facades. What do you think of the painting above the bank on the south side? All those displays catch the eye.

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meeting, it was noted there was supposed to be a charge station added to Colchester as well, but the infrastructure was not there. Community Services Director Doug Sweet said after the last meeting he contacted the grant organizers to note Council wishes they would consider Harrow as a potential place for a electrical vehicle charge station since Colchester could not. He said they are exploring the idea. He is waiting to hear back. In the report to Council on the matter, it notes the Ministry of Transportation awarded Essex a $126,410 grant through the Electric Vehicle Chargers Ontario (EVCO) Program for 2 level three Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to be located at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Electric Lift for Aquatics Centre Essex Council received and adopted with approval the Essex Accessibility Advisory Committee’s request for the purchasing of a manual lift for the Aquatics Centre dressing rooms. This will be a backup when the electric lift is unavailable. Bylaw agreement with WECHS for stay cat intake Council moved that Bylaw 1563 be passed, which would allow the Town to enter into an agreement with the Windsor Essex County Humane Society for the intake of stray cats. Notice of Motion Councillor Larry Snively put a notice of motion forward that he will want a report as to how work is awarded that does not have to be tendered.

Letter to the Editor... I think Americans knew how divided they were, they just needed a modern-day excuse to get physical about it. The electoral success of Donald Trump gave it to them; the failure of Barack Obama assisted; Hilliary Clinton was just the swinging gate between them. Since the American Civil War the ‘South’ has been looking for reasons to politically upset the ‘North’ as payback for the destruction it heaped upon the civilian population of the Southern States [the ancestors in large part of today’s Southern population]. They feel they have great justification to do so because the Federal government of the 1860s was terrible in their estimationstarving them, burning down their farms and cities, and simply, for all truthful intent, because they didn’t want to stay in the ‘Union.’ And the North didn’t like that choice. [Keep in mind this was not some storybook event; it was, and remains, personal. People’s real families paid the price in this conflict]. Counter-point to that, the North has been pointing out for over 150 years that they are the ones that control the political-economic power base in America, and the South better understand that they lost the battle for that power. When the South gets some control, real or supposed, the North sees it as a great threat to be stopped at any cost because it will mean the South finally won in the end, at least psychologically [States Rights over Federal subjugation] and there is a pride issue about that, expressed or not. Sandwiched on each side has been the Black population of America, used for a couple centuries as the pawns between the geographical combatants, a population that has never been given fair opportunity

to achieve equal status in either branch of American society. The South sees them as the reason that the North physically destroyed the cities of the South, and therefore resents them; the North sees them historically as the cause for the eruption of the war [even though it was really about industrial vs. agricultural power]; and therefore resents them. Had both the North and South political power bases actually worked to allow for the equality of Blacks and their success economically, the country would not be where it is today. That lack of economic success was further fanned

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Letter to the Editor... be alienated. We want to believe that we are part of the system and can influence it. When this sense evaporates, it foments disillusionment. It also makes people contemplate options they otherwise might not. Enter Donald Trump and the 2016 election. I am a proponent of limited government and fiscal responsibility. That being said, I have watched with distress the electoral/ political/social events of the past several weeks. I can even say that I have been emotional and have

had an overwhelming urge to hug those that matter in my life and reiterate my love for them. Why would I have this reaction to electoral results of another nation? The first reason is a visceral reaction of fear and concern. The second reason surrounds the similarities between this and other political situations that have been regarded as negative or dangerous. One may even argue there is an element of evil present in this. This raises definite alarms. As the drama

Continue from Page 4 unfolds in America, the improbable has become reality. This election victory seems “dark” because it is. The formula has been almost brilliantly applied: 1: Convince the population that the country is “broken.” 2: Rationalize this through falsehoods and distortion of fact. 3: Reinforce this with fear and demagoguelike speech. 4: Come across in a messianic way that only you can fix what is purportedly “broken.” 5: Capitalize on fear and negativity at the ballot box. All of these tools are well-tried by autocracies through the ages. If America wants to solve its domestic issues through autocratic means, then that is its own concern. However, when your programme

includes dismantling the international system and abuse of national power, then the rest of the world pays for your experiment. I have never been happier to be Canadian. The outcomes of this election cause much fear and concern for the world. I want to believe in the United States and be a good neighbour, but it is difficult to ignore the dark rhetoric which could become policy. God bless America. Just not this version of it. Mark Van Bekkum Kingsville, ON

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into flames of general discontent when indigenous people, women, Hispanics, and other minorities [at various times] recognized the same fan was being applied to them. [ In Canada we would say the native peoples, French, women, and ‘Westerners’ recognized this economic subjugation over the course of history and have become dissatisfied as well]. The societal problem continues today in the United States because even though many white males in positons of power have recognized the faults of the past, and even tried to sincerely reverse and correct those faults, the ‘economically oppressed’ still are leery of trusting them, and trust is something you build, it isn’t given to you [except by foolish people]. Building trust takes time unfortunately and concrete proof that it will last. Toss in today’s world concepts that: God doesn’t exist [or at least matter]; that anything goes as long as it gives “Me” an advantage; and that getting even has become a norm, even a belief that you should get even with someone that actually had nothing whatsoever to do with your problem, then you have a pretty good base for selfish action and in some cases anarchy. Lest we think it’s only the United States in this mess, a look at the geo-political map of the world today ought to dispel that fallacy. Americans didn’t realize how divided they were? Yes, they did. The question is will they destroy themselves for it? - Robert Sinclair

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Gosfield North P.S. goes after world record “They have to stack all of them on the same day for 30 minutes,” Oozeer said. Several student and parent volunteers helped out, and Oozeer said some students even took stacking cups home to by Fred Groves Fog did not stop students from Gosfield North Public School in Cottam from attempting to set a new world record last week. On Thursday morning, dozens of students in grades 3, 4, and 5 were amongst 618,394 cup stackers from across the world who took part on the Guinness World Records Day. Shortly after she worked to get several cup stacking stations set up, teacher Bodeha Oozeer said the school purchased and set up speed cups last year, and then were asked to take part in the shot at breaking the record. “I got an email asking us if we would participate. It’s a lot of fun and it promotes working with both sides of the body,” Oozeer said. After they posed for a commemorative photo, complete with their Cougars school banner, the students moved through several stations. One of them was called ‘Competitive Stack’ where they had to challenge a person across the table to see how many cups they could stack. It was the first time that Gosfield North had participated in the attempt that had 40 countries try and break the record, which, prior to last Thursday, was 592,292 people stacking cups on the same day.

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practice. It was originally planned that grade 3 and 4 students would face the challenge, but Oozeer said that they needed more people so she included those in grade 5. She also noted that there are not

a lot of school activities geared for the younger grades so the stack challenge was a good fit. Other countries that took part in the challenge included New Zealand, the United States, South Africa, China, and Japan.

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Shirley Bartholomew and volunteer Major Shirley Roberts show oﬀ some of the sweet treats that were available at the Essex Salvation Army’s Christmas Bazaar that was hosted on Saturday morning in the church’s basement.

by Sylene Argent On Saturday, sweet treats, homemade items, and unique finds were

available to be purchased in the basement of the Essex Salvation Army Church as its membership

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a chance to peruse a white elephant table, as well as tables filled with homemade items and treats. Shoppers were even able to take a break from their gift finding to purchase a homemade lunch, Major Shirely Roberts explained. The event was hosted mainly as a fun way area residents could get into the holiday spirit, but it was also a fundraiser for

the church. The event also allowed members of the church to spread awareness about their upcoming Essex Centre Tree Lighting event that will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, November 25 that will be hosted in conjunction with the Essex Centre BIA. During the Essex Centre Tree Lighting event, that will take place on the front lawn of the Essex Municipal Building, residents will be able to chime in with the singing of Christmas carols; enjoy hot chocolate, hot dogs, and chili; take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage; and listen in on live holiday-themed music. The Tree Lighting will also officially kick off the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign. Major Sam Roberts explained the Salvation Army is looking to collect $80,000 this holiday season through this campaign and its Letter

Campaign. The funds raised help the Essex Salvation Army look after local individuals and families in need all year long through various programs and services. All the funds collected stay local, he said. In addition to collecting donations through the Christmas Kettle Campaign, the Salvation Army will also collect new, unwrapped toys for local youth whose families are enrolled in the Church’s Christmas Hamper program during the Essex Centre Tree Lighting. Essex residents will be able to donate to the Christmas Kettle Campaign through the kettles that volunteers will man at Foodland and No Frills grocery stores in Essex Centre, at the Post Office and Sandford’& Son Super Market in Harrow Centre, or at the Walmart in Amherstburg leading up to Christmas.

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Keep your Smoke Alarm Firing on all Cylinders • National Home Fire Safety Week, November 24 - 30 • submitted to EFP Did you replace the batteries in your smoke alarm after changing the clocks back for Daylight Saving Time? This year’s National Home Fire Safety Week, November 24 - 30, the Canada Safety Council is reminding Canadians to take preventative measures to keep their smoke alarms operational, unencumbered and capable of alerting members of their household in an emergency situation. As a tool used only in case of emergency, it’s easy to accidentally forget to perform regular maintenance on your smoke alarm. At the same time, unless you’re

doing regular tests, the first time you find out it’s not working might also be your last. Smoke and fire are unforgiving, which makes it vitally important to ensure your smoke alarm is in working condition. The test button on most smoke alarms is effective to ensure function of the sound and that it’s receiving power. But what about its ability to sense and detect smoke? This is why it’s important to regularly test your smoke alarm using real smoke. The Canada Safety Council recommends testing once a month using the test button and once a year by lighting a match and holding it a few inches

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below the smoke alarm. Take care not to hold it too close or you risk damaging your alarm. If you hear the alarm, you know your alarm is functioning properly. If you don’t hear the sound ring out, replace the batteries and try again. If your alarm is connected electrically to household circuits, double-check to ensure the fuse is working correctly and try again. If neither of these steps help, replace the unit. You need a smoke alarm on every level of your home. It’s preferable to keep them near the kitchen and sleeping areas, as well as high fire hazard areas (e.g., near the fireplace.) A smoke alarm near the kitchen may be

triggered occasionally when you’re cooking at high heats, but don’t disable your alarm – that’s just an indicator that it’s in working condition. Waft the air around the alarm until the alarm stops, or look into purchasing one that has temporary decreased sensitivity settings. Alarms should be replaced at regular intervals, and should of course be replaced should your current ones become defective or broken. The Canada Safety Council recommends erring on the side of caution and replacing your alarm once every five years. When purchasing an alarm, consider the types of alarms. Ionization

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Christmas Bazaar hosted at Steam & Gas Museum by Sylene Argent Although the annual Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Show is a popular attraction for the club that shares the same name, it is not the only event hosted at the Museum site, located adjacent to Co-An Park. Over the weekend, members of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum hosted a Christmas Bazaar, which accomplished a few things; it allowed the public to visit the Museum

to not only search for unique gifts for the hardto-buy-for individuals on their holiday shopping lists, but allowed visitors also a chance to learn about the antiques the Museum has on site. The event also allowed the Club members a chance to fundraise for their Museum. The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum houses many pieces of antique farm equipment that showcases agricultural history.

Members of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum hosted the club’s annual Christmas Bazaar over the weekend. In addition to being a fundraiser, the event allowed the club members to raise awareness about what the club oﬀers the community.

Club President Gary Struhar explained the event held over the weekend was the fourth annual of its kind at the Museum. The annual Steam & Gas Engine Show (to take place August 11-13 in 2017) and the Christmas Bazaar are not the only events held at

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the Museum. Last month, Club members hosted a Halloween themed party for area youth to enjoy. They also host a pasta dinner once a month or so, and plan to host a

chili cook off in March and possibly a pasta fest before Mother’s Day. Already, Struhar said, vendors are signing up to be a part of next year’s Steam & Gas Engine

Show, which will feature International tractors. For more info about upcoming events, log onto www. essexsteamandgasengine. com.

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Trinity celebrate 150 years with special service

Former Trinity Anglican Church Ministers (2005-2008) Loretta Rice and John Postons (1988-1996) join long-time church member Margot Nolan, Bishop Bob Bennet and current pastor Chris Brouillard-Coyle in cutting the celebratory cake that recognized Trinity’s 150th anniversary.

by Sylene Argent Members of Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam were excited to continue celebrating the Church’s 150th anniversary on Sunday morning with a special re-consecration service. Church member Marg Brackell explained the very first service was held inside the then newly built church in late November of 1866. The idea to build the little white church in the cemetery came about when individuals in the area began discussing the need for an Anglican Church. “Things just fell together,” she said. “They hired a contractor. The men of the church helped with the labour and the

Everyone is welcome to attend, he said. Brackell said it is important to celebrate the church’s anniversary as it allows the church members reflect on what was accomplished in building the church. It also gives them a chance to look ahead for future generations. Bishop Ben Bennett was a special guest at Sunday’s celebratory service. He said hitting the 150th anniversary is a real significant milestone. He said there is a continuity to the Christian Church. It is like a river flowing of history as stories are

passed along. He suspects the forefathers who built the church came together in faith and through their actions were able to continue that flow of faith. St. Paul’s Anglican Church donated a cake for the Trinity Church members to enjoy after the service. Some of Trinity’s church members dressed in garb relevant to the mid-1860s as another way to celebrate

the occasion. Heading into the holiday season, Trinity Church members will donate such items as mitts and socks, which will be forwarded to St. Paul’s Clothing Cupboard. They are also collecting toys that Cottam Fire Station reps will distribute to youth of families facing financial stressful times.

women served lunch to the workers.” The Church was supposed to have been built in the summer of that year, but Brackell explained that it was not finished until later that year as many men enlisted to service because of the Fenian Raids. Current church member and licensed lay reader Bill Jackson’s great-great grandfather, also a licensed lay reader, officiated the first service for the congregation as snowy weather, and the looming threat of Fenian Raids, prevented Rev. Fletcher, who resided in Colchester, from attending. In celebration of this, Jackson will officiate the service this coming Sunday.

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by Sylene Argent Since 1971, the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) has been proving horseback riding lessons to its long roster of clients who have benefited from the sessions for either emotional, social, physical, or mental reasons. On Friday November 18, representatives of the Ontario Trillium Foundation announced it would provide $221,900 in funding over a three year span through its Grow Grant so WETRA could expand its programming

to include a new program called “Horses Offering Outstanding Futures, or cleverly nicknamed “HOOF.” WETRA’s Managing Director Becky Mills was pleased to not only accept the grant, but to explain how the funding will expand the local therapeutic horseback riding program’s services. “It is going to improve our community service,” she said. HOOF will allow at risk youth an opportunity to take on a leadership role in the barn in caring for the horses. It will also allow them to socialize with other individuals with a similar interest in caring for the therapeutic horse heard. The HOOF project aims to increase access of Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT) to at-risk and isolated youth living with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities aged 15 years to 29 years in WindsorEssex County. She said when staff and volunteers at WETRA learned they would receive the grant, they wanted to come up with a fun name for it to engage future youth participants from Windsor-Essex County. “The goal is to show kids that with determination they will have opportunity for outstanding futures,” she commented. “This program will allow us to create a greater impact. It will show great success in life can be achieved if given the chance.” The funding will allow

WETRA to take on staff to work the program. The funding will also assist in helping to provide feed for the horses and will also allow WETRA to arrange transportation for the program participants who may not be able to get a ride to the facility for their sessions. Though the program details are still being finalized, the program participants will likely receive 11 sessions, which will be geared to teach them what they wish to learn or work on. It is hoped the skills they will learn in the program will be usable in other areas of their life as well. What is neat is that participants in programs like this often return back to WETRA as volunteers and mentors. “We hope the outcome of the program will allow us to see opportunity for growth,” she said. OTF Grant Review Volunteer member Jim Stein noted that OTF is one of the largest granting foundations in Canada, and as such views its grants as strategic investments, focusing in helping organizations like WETRA to create healthier and more vibrant communities. He noted that earlier in the year, WETRA had submitted a strong application for the HOOF program and a good plan to enable more youth to get involved with equinerelated therapy.

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Volunteers help build better communities

Members of the Essex Communities in Bloom Committee were pleased to take part on the Volunteer Appreciation Night hosted at the Essex Centre Sports Complex last Friday evening.

by Sylene Argent It is widely known volunteers are the backbone of the community. They put in creative work, and further dig in to come up with and implement programs or projects that will enhance their town. Because volunteers are integral in helping their municipality be progressive and growand without their input, hard work, and support, programs and projects would have trouble getting off the groundtown administration and members of Council hosted a volunteer appreciation night inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex on Friday evening.

Looking around the event site, Essex Mayor Ron McDermott took note of the many volunteers in attendance. Volunteers, he said, have a passion for, “Building a better community. That’s why we volunteer. We want to see our municipality prosper and move forward,” he said. “We are all change makers. You are people who want to make a difference,” he continued. “You are involved with civic affairs because administration and politicians can’t do it without you.” He wondered, “Without volunteers, what would our municipality be like? I couldn’t imagine what it would be without you guys,” he told the

volunteers. McDermott said he learned of the value of volunteerism when he was a Boy Scout. He was surprised to hear recent Essex Citizen of the Year recipient Tim Catherwood recently say that’s where he, too, learned of the importance of giving back to the community. “On behalf of Town Council and citizens, I extend a big ‘thank you’ for helping us build a better community.” The event allowed Essex’s new CAO Tracey Pillon-Abbs to connect with many of the members of town committees. She recognized all the town committees during the event and highlighted their achievements over the past year.

Members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee continues to make Essex a more accessible municipality and easier to navigate, she said. The Arts, Culture, and Tourism Committee

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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 Out Of The Klozet BDO Canada LLP. Dr. Hagar & Dr. Ricci Guardian Drugs C & C Collision G.L. Fraser & Associates Ken Knapp Ford Forsyth Travel Ltd. Wine O’Willies R. J. Leyte State Farm Insurance Paul Davis Systems Siefker Automotive Essex Ready Mix Ives Insurance Jack’s Auto

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A variety of instruments at Volunteers help build better Essex United Church concert communities...

by Shelbey Hernandez Last month, members of the Essex United Church held a fundraising Halloween-themed concert filled with music. This month, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re back at it again. Only this time, they had way more instruments. A concert event was held at the Essex United Church on November 20. Two bands offered music for the event participants

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to enjoy, including, The Kitchen House Party and the Silver Ambassadors Concert Band. Just about every instrument you could think of was used during the concert, including keyboard, ukulele, violin, fiddle, guitar, harp, handheld shakers, clarinets, drums, and so much more. The musical genres in which the bands portrayed

was varied. Sometimes they played Irish music good enough for a jig, sometimes they played cover songs by Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen. Sometimes the music was upbeat and energetic, and at other points during the event, the music was soothing and calm. The audience members seemed unable Continued on Page 16

members implemented the Bell Box Mural Program in Harrow over the summer that added eight new murals, and hosted the successful second Essex Summer Music Series on Wednesday evenings in Essex Centre and Monday evenings in Colchester Centre during the warmer months. The Co-An Park Advisory Committee members continue to look after the park for the betterment of residents. The Colchester Harbour Steering Committee members continue to work toward a sustainable future for that asset, she continue. The Committee of Adjustment members continue to help residents sort out issues relating to land use. In 2015, members of the Essex Communities in Bloom Committee were responsible for Essexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national win in the CIB program for its population category. This year, they helped implement the

McGregor Parkette and the Colchester Peach Garden, and hosted its annual Front Yard and Balcony Garden Contest. Members of the Festival Committee continue to be dedicated to ensuring the Essex Fun Fest is a blast for all eventgoers, the Flooding Advisory Committee assisted the Town in identifying solutions to mitigate flooding. Pillon-Abbs noted the Municipal Heritage Committee members implemented the Heritage Plaque program this year that identifies areas of historical significance. Members of the Police Services Board worked toward helping ensure Essex is one of the safest communities on Ontario, PillonAbbs said. And, the members of the Essex Centre BIA committee, she said, are always working at coming up with creative opportunities to enhance the business district.

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to stop themselves from singing, tapping their feet, clapping their hands, or simply closing their eyes to take in the music. Like the church’s last concert, it was all about having fun. “It’s just to bring

people in so they know we do things like this at the church,” Karen Arnold, the Chairperson of Worship at the church, said. “We do have concerts and want people to enjoy music that they don’t get to hear all the time.”

Even though the organ didn’t make an appearance like it did during the Halloweenthemed concert, the goal of this event was still the same. Arnold said she is aware some people have

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misconceptions about what the church is all about. She said she hoped the concert would attract everyone, even those who may not necessarily go to the church on a regular basis. “We hope to get people in here from many walks of life so that they can see we can have fun in here, too,” Arnold said. “One night, we had a band and it was very loud. We all danced back here. So, we have fun.” With the roof having to be replaced, the church needed to raise money to make up for the expense. Although they could have charged an admittance fee for these concerts, they instead accepted freewill donations. On December 16, the church will host another music-like event. It will

not be a concert, but Arnold said it should definitely be a lot of fun, particularly for families.

Anyone looking for further information can contact the church at (519) 776 5121.

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Junior spikers crowned SWOSSAA champions Chatham to win the SWOSSAA ‘AA’ title. In front of a supportive crowd, the Red Raiders won three straight games, 25-9, 25-20, 25-13 to cap up a superb season. “We didn’t know anything about them,” EDHS Coach Mary Beth Tilson said of the Panthers, the LambtonKent champions. “We had

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a layoff because of the fog day on Thursday and the PA Day on Friday.” The championship game was scheduled to be played last week, but the poor weather meant both teams had a little more time to prepare for the final. In the first and second games on Monday, the Red Raiders slipped behind. This has been one of their few faults this season. “It’s something we’ve worked on and battled with all season. That’s what hurt us against Sandwich,” Tilson said. Essex beat the

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their starters, but Jack Marentette came in and got some key points off the bench. “It was nice today because everyone got to see the court.” The Red Raiders went 11-1 during the season, behind the undefeated Sabres. They knocked off

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New Rotary Interact club already raising funds for Maforeka by Sylene Argent Essex District High School has a new club that many students really seem to be embracing. The students, wanting to make a difference locally and globally, are learning and living up to the Rotary Club’s motto, “Service above self.” On Monday evening,

the students of the Rotary Interact Club were prepared to serve what would hopefully turn out to be a crowd of at least 200 patrons during a pasta dinner fundraiser hosted inside the hall at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). The sixth annual

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Students with Essex District High School’s newly formed Rotary Interact Club were ready to serve the patrons on Monday evening as they excitedly hosted the sixth annual pasta dinner for the school in Maforeka that Essex built. The event took place at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201).

pasta dinner raised funds and awareness for the EDHS sister school in Maforeka. This is the African-based school that the then EDHS students built with support from its feeder schools and Essex community. Even though the school was built a few years back, EDHS is still committed to raising

funds for it annually to ensure the students there can continue to get educated. Former EDHS teacher John Garinger is supervising the club. He was pleased so many students wanted to get involved with the Rotary Interact Club. After hearing buzz about it in the school hallways, it is

anticipating at least ten more students are willing to join the club that has already attracted around 30 members. “They are a bunch of wonderful kids,” Garinger said. The participating students will take time out of their lunch period every now and again to plan events, such as the pasta

dinner hosted on Monday. The students will focus on a global cause, the EDHS Maforeka School, and a local cause, the Essex Area Food Bank, as part of the club’s mandate. To keep up to date with EDHS’s sister school, find its Facebook page, Maforeka-The School That Essex Built.

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Christmas comes to CTMHV by Fred Groves Christmas is a month away, and while many people are decking the halls, others are already getting a head start on their holidsay gift buying. Outside of the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village on the Arner Townline on Saturday, the winds whipped up and snow was falling. Inside the Museum, however, it was cozy and a Christmas spirit was in the air as a Christmas bazaar was hosted. Dozens of vendors came to sell their creations that offered a lot of unique gift ideas. One of those came from the long, colourful table of Jane Michaud, who, along with her daughter, Chantalle Laughton, offered up what they called ‘Romantic Night in a Bag.’ The velvet bag had a lot of goodies inside for that special someone and a special night, including scented rose petals, bubble bath beads, candles, and chocolates. “My mom does all the

Jane Michaud was in a festive mood on Saturday.

Author Esther Meerschaut of Harrow writes short stories and couples them with an illustrator. She had several of her children’s books available. “I want to be able to have a book you can put down and come back to,” she said of the way in which she creates her stories. Meerschaut has had her work published in ‘Our Canada’ magazine and one of her stories, ‘A Special Place,’ was redone recently, but it still holds an interesting message set in the 1960s.

crafts, I am just being a good daughter,” Laughton, who has been at this particular show before, said. Looking over at other vendors, Laughton was quick to say that this year’s event was a bit different. She wondered aloud how some people were even able to make money since they put so much into what they had to offer. “The vendors are better and there is a lot of good stuff,” she said. No matter what the buyer was looking for, it was there for the offering on Saturday.

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HOUSE FOR SALE - 311 COUNTY RD. 34

24 year old ranch with full basement and 2.5 attached garage on approximately 3 acres. Home offers 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, and cozy gas fireplace in family room. 4th bedroom and sitting room in basement. Grade entrance in basement leads out to attach garage. Patio doors lead out to a two tiered deck that is ideal for entertaining. Pool, BBQ Island, and Pool House on fenced deck. Huge heated workshop with bathroom and 2 car lifts. (A must see for any car enthusiast.) Flexible possession. Truly a rare find. A great place to raise a family.

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_____________________ GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED. Fax resume to 519-723-2336. 1-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$11.40. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON 12/15 N0P 2G0. _____________________

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Farm Machinery Auc on Reminder Ad Saturday, November 26 at 10:00 am Consignments Welcome For Gerald Eyraud & consignees, held at the Eyraud farm at 990 Lakeshore Rd. 101, near Tecumseh. Tractors & items previously listed were in last week’s ad. Recent Addi ons: Massey 750 combine w/wheat & bean heads, in good condi on; 12’ disc; 12’ land leveler; Int. db. beater manure spreader; Int. 5100 grain drill; Int. 510, 24 run grain drill; pair of 20.8x38 T-rail duals; J.D. 1209 haybine – needs wobble box repair; 22’ pull type triple K style cult; N.H. 56 side delivery rake; 7 shank chisel plow; 14’ Int. Vibra shank cult; seed augers; 1989 snowmobile in running order; plus other items. Terms cash, debit, personalized cheque day of sale. Owner or auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Lunch available. To consign equipment call Gerry Eyraud at 519-564-5224 or Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com

Cottam Champ celebrates 70 years of War Amp Key Tags

Voice Of Inspiration “Losing people you love affects you. It is buried inside of you and becomes this big, deep hole of ache. It doesn’t magically go away, even when you stop officially mourning.” ~ Carrie Jones

Neleh at the 2016 Ontario Child Amputee (CHAMP) Seminar.

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(CHAMP) Seminar in Kitchener. The seminar brought together child amputees from across the province, while also marking the 70th anniversary of The War Amps Key Tag Service. Neleh was born a partial left hand amputee and, as a “Champ,” is eligible to receive financial assistance for the cost of artificial limbs and devices. By attending seminars, Champs and parents learn about the latest in artificial limbs, dealing with teasing and bullying, and parenting an amputee child. “The seminars are a great time for everyone. As parents, we learn about how to raise a child amputee and the different artificial limbs and devices available. Neleh also gets to see that she is not alone,” Neleh’s mom, Jayne, said. The War Amps Key Tag Service was launched in 1946 so that returning war amputees could not only work for competitive wages, but also provide a service to Canadians that would generate funds for the Association’s many programs. The Key Tag Service continues to employ amputees and people with disabilities, and has returned more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys. Each key tag has a confidentially coded number. Should the keys be lost, the finder can call the toll-free number on the back of the tag, or deposit them in any mailbox, and the keys will be returned to the owner by bonded courier. The War Amps receives no government grants. Its programs are possible through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service.

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LAMBIER, Myrtle (nee Fick) - Entered peacefully into eternal rest at the Country Village Nursing Home with her family by her side on November 17, 2016 at 100 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Bill Lambier (1974). Loving Mother of Wanda (late Leo), Cecil (late Joan), Betty (late Vince) and the late Don (1998) and Mary (2007). Treasured Grandmother of 21 Grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren and the late Danny Lambier (2011); 35 great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Don, Russell, Ronnie, Clara, Ruby and Shirley. Predeceased by her siblings Wilber, Eva, Wilfred, Anne, Mildred, Pearl, and Hilda. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Myrtle was both a long-time resident of Essex and a member of the Salvation Army-Essex Community Church. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to the staﬀ of the Country Village Nursing Home for all your care and compassion. The visitation was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-7767378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. The funeral service took place from the funeral home. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Salvation Army – Essex Community Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201 - Captain Brien - Essex We want to thank the Essex and Cottam communities for their donations to our 2016 Poppy Campaign. We raised $22,096.00 during our Campaign this year that will be used for our trust for veterans and their families. Last year’s donations were used for: Youth Ed Poster & Literary contest, Ontario Command Bursary & Charitable Foundation. District “A” Hospital Trust Fund, Ted Foster Memorial Fund, E.D.H.S. Bursary, and the Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund. Expenses were: Poppy supplies, media ads, and thank you’s.

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COLANTONIO, DIANNE (NEE ENNIS) - Passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2016 at the age of 73. Loving wife of Nunzio Colantonio for 48 years. Beloved mother of Kris Ennis, Marc Colantonio (Leigh Anne) (late Stacey), and Nancy Colantonio. Proud grandma of Marc Jr. and Alexandra. Dearest daughter of the late Ivan Ennis (1995) and Marian (nee Mossip)(1976). Dear sister of Gayle Pare (late Noe 2016) and aunt of Aurele Pare (late Loy 2016). Dianne will also be remembered by her best friend Laurenza Pfahler and many additional friends and family. Dianne was a teacher in special education within the city of Windsor. Her love of teaching continued as she became involved in the children’s program at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum and volunteering with the 4H Club for over 30 years. She was inducted into the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame in 2016. Heartfelt thank you to Sharron Colantonio for all of her love and support. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Stephen Rukavina and all the nurses at Malden Park 3rd ﬂoor South B who provided wonderful care. In following Dianne’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and friends were received for memorial visiting at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). A Funeral Service to celebrate Dianne’s life was held from the funeral home on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 with Major Donna Barthau oﬃciating. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Transition to Betterness. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www. reidfuneralhome.ca. ___________________________________________________

MATLACK, Ron - Passed away suddenly on November 21, 2016 at the young age of 66. Loving husband of Karen (nee Mifflin) with whom he celebrated 41 years of marriage. Son of the late George and Helen Matlack. Son-in-law of the late Lefty and Marjorie Mifflin. Dear father of Mike Matlack and Krista Fairchild (Justin). Treasured Grandpa of Griffin Fairchild and one on the way. Brother of Robert Matlack and Margaret (Scott) Cameron. Brother-in-law of Jim Mifflin (late Bonnie), Dianne Clark (late Dennis), late Tom Mifflin (Penny), Patricia Ellis (Tom), Sheila Mifflin and Melody Mifflin. He will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Ron was a retired Social Worker with the Province of Ontario. He was also a dedicated Blood Donor with Canadian Blood Services. Both Karen and Ron loved to travel to Mexico every year. Ron wishes were to donate his body to the University of Western Ontario in London. The visitation and celebration for Ron took place at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, in Essex. Donations may be made to the Essex Area Foodbank or to the Windsor & Essex Humane Society. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

What’s Going On... NOV. 25  SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS KETTLE KICKOFF at 6pm in from of Essex Town Hall. Collecting new toys for the Christmas Food Drive. Tree Lighting. NOV. 26  LEAMINGTON COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARADE  At 6pm. Parade from Georgia Ave, North to the Fairgrounds. For info: 519-326-2721. NOV. 26 - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at Essex Retirees’ Social Club, 32 Russell St. in Essex. Everyone Welcome. DEC. 1 & 15 - WOMEN’S HEALTH MENOPAUSE WORKSHOP - Free sessions, 5:307:30, Essex County Nurse Practitioner Led Clinic. Register: 519-776-6856. DEC. 2  PASTA DINNER AT ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH - 92 St. Paul St. from 5:00 - 6:30pm, takeout avail. Call 519-776-7711 for more details. All welcome! DEC. 2 & 3 THE BETHLEHEM WALK AT GESS†WOOD CAMP & RETREAT. Fri. 7-8:30, Sat. 6:30-8:30. Visit www.gesstwoodcamp.com for more information. DEC. 3 - ANNUAL FAMILY CHRISTMAS HAYRIDE - at Colchester North Public School, 2651 County Rd. 12. 11am Sharp. Canned good donation appreciated. DEC. 3  HARROW SANTA CLAUS PARADE  At 6pm at Country Depot, right on Walker, left on Centre, right on King, left on Victoria, left on Maple, & left on McAfee to Legion. DEC. 3 & 4  EDHS CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW  Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 11:30am4pm. Free Admission w/ canned good. At Essex United Church, 53 Talbot St. S. DEC. 10  ESSEX SANTA CLAUS PARADE - Downtown Essex at 6:30pm. For more info: www.santaparade.org. DEC. 13 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  at Essex Legion, from 1 - 7pm. Walk-ins Welcome! Book an appointment or for info: 1-888-2-DONATE or www.blood.ca. DEC. 15  ESSEX & COMMUNITY HISTORICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY 10-year anniversary open house. 18 Gordon Ave. 3 p.m.

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Annie Byrne, our guest speaker, spoke on how this is our ‘awakening’ and how God’s not passing out batons, God’s passing out sceptres! The women’s conference was a huge success! Blessings to all who came and thanks to all who helped. Young Adults Community Night at ACM, December 9th, 7 p.m. We will have a one hour service on Christmas Day, starting at 10:30 a.m. Please remember the Food Bank this Christmas Season. You can drop your donations oﬀ in the church foyer. Meals While We Heal: meals for those in need. If you can help, sign up on the clipboard at the Connect Centre. Restoration House Healing Rooms. Open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed! St. Paul’s Anglican Church Advent is right around the corner and there’s a lot going on at St Paul’s and around the Deanery. The Essex and

District Ministerial Association’s 2016 Advent Series begins on Wednesday, Nov 30 at Brooker Baptist Church with a service at noon and light lunch to follow. In the spirit of the season, we’re collecting new, unwrapped toys for distribution, through the Essex Food Bank. Donations can be made until December 4th. Again this year, we’ll have our “Socks and Knickers” clothes line at the back of the church to collect socks and underwear for our clothing cupboard leading up to Christmas Our next pasta dinner is Friday, Dec. 2, from 5 - 6:30pm with entertainment from the Walkerville Arts Students. There will also be a wine raffle! Our final Crafters Market of the year is on Saturday, Dec 3, from 9am - 1pm. Call 519-980-4942 for table rentals. Our Regular Sunday Services are at 8am (BCP Eucharist) and 11am (BAS Eucharist & Sunday School). For more information about us, please check out our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@

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

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. First Sunday in Advent. Rev. Ann will lead the service. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Art Mitchell. Ed and Connie Reeb will greet you at the door. The lunch after the service is Pot Luck. Please bring in your best dish to share with us. As part of our outreach program, please bring in hats, scarves, gloves, and socks for our warming tree. These donations will go to the Downtown Mission. Essex Ministerial Advent Service begins on Wednesday, Nov. 30. The ﬁrst service is at Booker Baptist Church. Theme: The Right King. Rev. Aaron Thompson will lead the service. The service begins at 12noon and is followed by a light lunch. A freewill

offering will be received for the lunch. Everyone is welcome! Please say a special prayer for our friends of our Prayer List. Wheelbarrow of Wine Raffle, plus additional prizes. Proceeds for Capital Repairs. Draw is Dec. 11. For more information, contact Elaine Mailloux or Liz Plat. Choir Practice: Mondays at 6 pm. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Thursday, Nov. 24 is our last Messy Church meeting until January. Bring your family at 6p.m. for dinner, followed by music, crafts and a Bible Story. Thanks to all who supported our Christmas Luncheon, Craft, and Bake Sale and also to those who volunteered their time to help. The annual Christmas Tree lighting at the municipal hall is on Fri., Nov. 25 at 6p.m. There will be music, caroling, and we will serve hot dogs and chili. It’s Kettle time again. If you have a couple of hours to spare and would like to take a shift, please call the church office at 519- 776-4628. We always need volunteers to man the kettles! If you would like to purchase a Poinsettia to place in the sanctuary for the Christmas Season, see Major Shirley. Don’t forget our free movie night on Sunday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m. SA Connections meets on Tuesdays at 10-1p.m. On the 29th, our guest speaker will be a physiotherapist. Join us for an informative session, followed by lunch. Major Shirley leads Bible Study at 1 p.m. and all are welcome to attend . Thursday, Dec. 1 is the CCM Christmas Service at Country Village Woodslee at 6:30p.m. Join us for Family Worship during this Advent Season at 10:30a.m. every Sunday. Major Sam Roberts leads the service followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship. Essex United Church Join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. It is the first Sunday in Advent. The Essex and District Ministerial Association presents the Advent Luncheon Series “Right Things.” The first service is Wednesday, November 30, 12noon at Brooker Baptist Church. Rev. Aaron Thompson leading. The theme is “The Right King.” The service will be followed by a light lunch. A freewill offering also will be received for the lunch. Essex District Christmas Craft Show at Essex United Church - Sat. Dec. 3, 10 am – 4 pm and Sun. Dec. 4, 11:30 am – 4 pm. A tremendous variety of vendors! Get a start on your Christmas shopping. Lunch will be available for purchase. GessTwood Camp’s Bethlehem Walk, December 2 & 3. Essex Community Services SNOW PATROL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Essex Community Services is calling for volunteers to join the Essex Snow Patrol and help your community! During the winter months. snow and ice are potential hazards to everyone, but they pose special problems for people with limited mobility. When snow accumulates, many people often encounter problems getting in and out of their homes. ECS matches volunteers with eligible seniors and people with physical disabilities to clear the snow from sidewalks and driveways. Snow removal volunteers are needed in all parts of the Municipality of Essex. If you would like to volunteer as a member of the Essex Snow Patrol, contact Essex

Community Services at 519-776-4231 for more information. Thank you. Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

Our Elder on Duty for our Advent I Service on Sunday, November 27 is Shona Jones. You will be greeted by Valerie & Wayne St. Denis and Gord Moore will take care of church lock-up.

Our Christmas Bazaar was very successful thanks to everyone who helped and supported it. You are invited to join our Choir for the Christmas Season. Practice is every Thursday at 7:00 pm. Please join us to decorate the church for Christmas on Friday, Nov. 25 at 6 pm. The 2016 Advent Series will be held

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The Bethlehem Walk “Behold, I Bring You Good News of Great Joy!” An interactive outdoor drama where guests experience first-century Bethlehem. Allow the sights and sounds to carry you to the special night that changed the world!

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Mary Dagenais 519-903-3351 Georgeann Welsh 519-956-8324

Sale of Land for Tax Arrears By Public Tender MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF ESSEX TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at Town of Essex Council Chambers.

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Tenders be submitted in the prescribed form and enders nders must mu m must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Donna E. Hunter, Director of Corporate Services The Corporation of the Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8

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Continued from Page 23 at Brooker Baptist on Wednesday, November 30 with Rev. Aaron Thompson. A light lunch follows. Mark Friday, December 16 on your calendar to join us at 7:00 pm for our Christmas Bingo. Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Mark your calendars for our upcoming free movie night event for Friday, November 25. We are featuring Disney’s ‘Finding Dory.’ Doors open at 6pm and movie begins at 6:30pm. All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). A canned good donation is welcomed! Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

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We would like to extend a special thank you to everyone who supported the Ten Friends Dinner through our Soup for the Soul Sunday and Christmas Bazaar at Church of the Redeemer. We had a great event and took the time to oﬀer our support to a very important piece of the health care puzzle in our Essex County community. Please mark your calendars for a special service of lessons and carols on Sunday Dec. 18th at 10:00am at St. Stephen’s followed by lunch in the parish hall. Have a blessed Advent as you prepare yourself for the coming of Christ again this year.

Golden Age Golf Report On November 17, 51 holes-in-one dropped for the golfers. Setting the pace with four aces each were Julia Kos, Mavis Rutter, and Ken Brook. Carding a score of 16 over 9 holes were Cathy Dewhurst, Ken Brook, and Lloyd Honey. Cathy Dewhurst, Julia Kos, and Lloyd Honey each carded a score of 36 over 18 holes. A strong score of 72 over 36 holes was also delivered by Cathy Dewhurst. Capturing ﬁrst place bragging rights, with a team score of 237, was Team 10 (Art Sweet, Bill Taylor, Lloyd Honey). A tie for second place was shared by Team 4 (Colleen Pearse, Cathy Dewhurst, Murray Hartford) and Team 5 [Julia Kos, Tom Dewhurst, Ken Brook]. The third, and ﬁnal, spot went to Team 6 (Barb Murphy, Gerrit Vriesen, Mavis Rutter). Play resumes at Colasanti’s every Thursday at 9:30 am. Harrow United Church

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We invite you to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30am for our weekly Worship Service and Sunday School. Last week, Rev. Staples’ message was entitled “Who Is King in Your Life?”(Luke 1:68-79) and our senior choir sang a beautiful gospel arrangement of “The Lord Is King” by N. Johnson. The third annual Chili Cook-oﬀ and Toonie Auction was a huge success and we thank everyone who assisted with its organization as well as the many participants! For weekly messages from Reverend Staples, music from our choir and other activities involving our “Faith Community”, please visit our updated website at: www. harrowunited.org.

As we enter into our time of Advent here at St. Stephen’s and Church of the Redeemer, we want to extend a warm welcome to all to join us in worship, weekly at 4:45pm on Saturdays and 8:15, 9:30, and 11:00am Sundays. Visit our website for more information if you need it. www.ststephens-redeemer.com.

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Continued from Page 24 Essex Retirees’ Social Club Our Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, November 26th. Come on out! Don Ames had high score at Monday night Pepper. Tom Kelly had the most peppers and Anna Dobson was the low. Carolyn McCarthy had the high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. Wally Laframboise had the peppers and Evelyn Vivier was the low. Don Ames had the high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Debbie Monchamps had the most peppers and Mavis Law was the low. Bridge on Thursday night had Floyd Cascadden with the most points, followed by Annette Anderson. Get your tickets for our annual Christmas Party as soon as possible. Woodslee Friendship Club On Monday, Nov.14th, the euchre winners were Dave Sylvester, LeRoy Davison, Charlie Chevalier, Mary Demars, Gloria Sequin, Joanne McMurren, and Gail Koziana. Pepper winners on Wednesday were Charlie Chevalier, Theresa Rivait, Elmer Quinlan, Aggie Rivait, and Veronica Granger. The Friday night euchre winners were Irene Gignac, Cecile St. Denis, Jean Matalik, Thomas Allison, and Ray Brooker. Come and join us for a friendly game of cards. For more information, please call Irene at 519-975-2283.

great grandson of the lay reader who led the ﬁrst service in the church (because the rector was unable to attend due to weather and Fenian raids), Bill Jackson will lead us in Morning Prayer with Holy Eucharist provided by Rev. Chris. Pie orders are being taken for pick up December 3rd., for cherry pies or meat pies (beef & pork mixture), leave a message with Sharon at 519-839-4579, or Brenda 519-839-5184 or the Church oﬃce 519-776-7711. Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Congratulations to all of our students who were conﬁrmed on Sunday. Advent begins this Sunday, November 27th. The Jubilee Refugee committee is hosting a Fish Fry at Holy Name of Jesus on Friday, November 25th. Our Mission Group has put up the Giving Tree. Please take a tag to donate a Christmas gift and return by December 11th. Thank you for your support! Our Parish Family Photo Directories are in. If you had your photo taken please pick up your free directory with your name on it at the back of the church. Pasta Dinner is on Tuesday, December 6th at St. Mary’s Hall. Proceeds go to the Essex Area Food Bank. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and donated to our annual Goodfellow newspaper drive. It was a huge success! If you or someone you know needs a Christmas food basket, please contact Wendy at 519-890-9120 before December 10th. Please keep in your prayers all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers. Cottam United Church submitted by Helen McLeod

Trinity Church On Sunday, November 27th, Remembrance of First Service, at 9:15 am..The great,

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coming out to our Church on American Thanksgiving for our turkey dinner, a tradition that has gone on for over 70 plus years and we want to thank you all for your support through the years. The Children’s Christmas Program is on Sunday, Dec 4 at 9:30am, followed by a Pot Blessing Lunch with a special visitor coming for the Children. Please bring a main dish and salad or dessert to share. We hope everyone will come out and support the children. If you have a child in Sunday School, make sure they attend the next two weeks for practice. Thank you! Essex Food Bank Christmas Hampers help needy families to enjoy a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, please have donations in by Dec. 18th. Contact us for more info. Thank you. Sanctuary decorating will take place this Saturday, Nov. 26th, 9am-12pm - All Christmas elves welcome! Also, if you have any evergreen trees that could loose a few branches to help decorate the Church steps, please call Helen at 519-839-5351. Thank you to Mary and Ed Paluch for your years of helping out with this. “The Nativity” movie night will be shown at C.U.C. on Friday, December 2 at 7:00pm. It is unrated, but we feel it would be a PG rating. Freewill oﬀering includes popcorn and beverage. Silent Auction continues until November 27th. Come in and check out what is available. Some on you may remember sheets of paper with items listed handed around the Church when you were here the last few years for the turkey dinner. Choir practice is Thursday, Nov. 24 at 7:00pm and Sunday, November 27th at 8:15am. Bible Study with the Chalmers is on Monday, Nov. 28th at 7:00pm. Oﬃcial Board meeting is on Wednesday, Nov. 30th at 7:00pm. Threads of Love meeting is on Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6:30pm.

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Thursday, November 24, 2016

Veigli hits four double digits 1936 Dodge coupe stored for 56 years!

John McKeen’s 1936 Dodge coupe.

John McKeen of Ruthven, Ontario, was 15 years old in 1960 when he spotted a 1936 Dodge coupe with no license plates at the farm of Edmund Holtz on the Albuna Town Line, north of the 9th concession. Mr. Holtz may have been the original owner and his son had driven the car to high school. John bought the car for $60 and with help from his friend Don Pearce towed it home to the McKeen family farm on Hwy. 77. From there, John towed the car to Bob Burdick’s auto repair shop just north of Leamington, where Bob installed a coil and got the flathead six cylinder engine running. John drove the car back to the farm with no driver’s license, no insurance, and no license plates. “You couldn’t get away with that today,” says John with a smile. He drove the Dodge coupe around on the farm and even drove it to the edge of Leamington a couple of times when he was still 15. Then John got into stock car racing and the Dodge was stored. In 1962, John had a ’57 Ford with a 312 V8 and went three times to the drag strip near St. Thomas, Ontario, winning each time he went there. By the late 1960s, John and his cousin Ron were regulars at the Checkered Flag race track in nearby Windsor, with John at the wheel of a ’34 Chev coupe, which had already been turned into a stock car by a previous owner. John’s exploits on the stock car circuit earned him the honour of now being a Legend in the Checkered Flag Hall of Fame. An award given to John in 2012 reads: “John started racing at Checkered Flag in the late ‘60s. He drove the famed No. 92 coupe. John was always in the winning column with his car. John was a very talented driver as he and his cousin Ron were smoking the field away. John raced until the coupes were eliminated from racing. He was very popular among the fans.” In September 2016, someone told me an old Dodge coupe had just come out of 56 years of storage and was sitting in a driveway south of Ruthven. I photocopied two pages from a Handbook listing details on the 1936 Dodge, then stopped by to see the car. John McKeen was home and we had a very nice visit. When checking John’s serial number (9317354) against the Handbook, we discovered his car was built in Windsor. The odometer shows about 47,000 miles and is probably accurate. The fabric roof doesn’t leak and the car is basically the same as it was in 1960, although some rusting has taken place over time. It’s a car that John – or someone – should put back on the road! I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

by Fred Groves It was a big weekend for Essex District High School grad Nik Veigli, who is now playing guard for the St. Clair College Saints men’s basketball team. On Friday, Veigli had 11 points, including 3 three pointers and two free throws as the Saints fell 93-80 to Mohawk. The following day, he hit double figures again, this time 13 in a 90-82 loss to Niagara. Veigli netted four three pointers and one free throw. • Another EDHS grad, Karen Markovich, plays for the St. Clair women’s team. She had two points in the Saints’ loss to Mohawk. • The WECSSAA senior ‘AA’ football championship game came down to the final whistle. Essex came up just a little

short, 19-16, to L’Essor in the finale. Nash Prieur, who rushed for 176 yards, had a touchdown and quarterback Matt O’Neil went in from one yard out. • Still with football, the Junior Red Raiders beat host Tecumseh Vista Academy 22-13 last week to advance to this week’s final against Sandwich. Bent Davison led EDHS with three touchdowns and kicked three extra points. • Harrow’s Lionel Sanders broke the Ironman World Record on Sunday in Arizona. He completed the bike, swim, and run in 7:44.29. • Emily McCloskey had 14 points including seven kills and one dig on the weekend as the University of Windsor women’s volleyball team lost 3-2 to Ryerson. • The WECSSAA

hockey season is underway, and on Wednesday Essex hosted Holy Names. On November 30, the Red Raiders girls’ team will take on Massey at South Windsor. • The Ottawa Senators put Essex’s Matt Puempel on waivers earlier this week and he was quickly claimed by the New York Rangers. Peumpel was playing mostly on the fourth line for the Sens and had not recorded a point. He was drafted in the first round by Ottawa in 2011 after a stellar junior career. • Gord Mcdonnell’s Dansels Deuce finished third last Tuesday in the sixth race at Western Raceway. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

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73’s Prevail over Flags

submitted by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s earned a second consecutive victory this week as they defeated the Mooretown Flags. The victory

was done so with a rookie making his first appearance in Essex. Starting in between the pipes on Tuesday was 17-year-old Windsor native, Jax D’Hondt.

Essex Ravens Novice Major hockey action submitted to EFP A rare mid-week game had the Essex Ravens face the Kent Cobras. Essex was down 1-0 after one period of play, with minimal shots on net and only strong goaltending keeping it that close. Owen S knotted it at one in the second period on a nifty move going glove side, low. Shortly after, Kent scored to put Essex up 2-1 after two periods of play. A beautiful pass from Jaclyn W sprung Owen S for the Ravens to even the score at 2. On a breakaway goal by Wyatt G., Essex took the lead but unfortunately, the Cobras scored the equalizer late in the game on a rebound after a huge save by Ben F. Final score 3-3. Armed with the coaches’ instructions to win the battle with the guy across from you and win every shift, the Ravens travelled to Wheatley on Saturday night. The Ravens controlled the game throughout with a solid team effort. A three point game by Ethan O proved he’s more than just a scrapper. Strong defensive play by Cole G and Nash L minimized Southpoint’s chances and the locals were sent home disappointed on this night as the Ravens Continued on Page 28

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D’Hondt was picked up by Essex after the Chatham Maroons, of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League, assigned him to junior. After practicing with the 73’s, D’Hondt appeared in action against the Mooretown Flags, a team who has given Essex fits early this year. D’Hondt started the game looking comfortable and at times barely tested. Essex controlled much of the play in the opening period and as a result, D’Hondt faced a mere seven shots on goal. Essex entered the intermission with a 2-0 lead. Scoring for Essex was Dalton Langlois eight minutes in and Tyler Scott 11 minutes later. In the middle frame, Essex continued to have offensive zone time and successfully added an insurance tally to make it 3-0 after two periods, with William Stadder adding the powerplay marker. However, closing out the frame, Mooretown appeared to be woken up. The Flags players were

Pictured above: Jax D’hondt watches as the puck goes wide in his 3-1 debut win with the Essex 73’s photo by Laurie Beaten

more physical. While taking penalties, the Flags players also got more bodies to the net and shots on D’Hondt. As a result the Flags spent much of the last minute in the 73’s zone. The shots after two periods read 26-18 in favour of Essex. In the final frame, Essex came out of the dressing room in a more structured defensive system. Essex appeared

content with its three goal lead and focused on getting the puck deep into the Flags’ defensive zone. However, with the Flags continuing to push and force their way into the 73’s zone, Essex got into penalty trouble. As a result, D’Hondt’s debut was spoiled. With less than two minutes to go in the game, he was beaten with Kyle Smith’s power play blast. Fortunately

for D’Hondt, that was the only goal to get passed him, as he stopped 23 shots to earn his first win. Essex prevailed 3-1 to keep pace with the top of the standings. The 73’s sit five points back from the first place Amherstburg Admirals. Although Essex has less games played compared to both Amherstburg and Blenheim.

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Red Raiders edged out for SWOSSAA

Lucia McElwain was knocked oﬀ balance during the SWOSSAA ﬁnal.

by Fred Groves After four years on the senior girls’ basketball team, Lucia McElwain walked off the court at Essex District High School for the final time last Wednesday night. In their bid to make it to

the OFSAA championship tournament, McElwain and the Red Raiders came up just a little shy, 29-26 to the Wallaceburg Tartans in the SWOSSAA title game. “It’s bitter-sweet. The comeback at the end was very exciting. That

last game, I couldn’t ask for anything better,” McElwain said. Earlier in the week she received a full track and field scholarship to Central Michigan, but on Wednesday her focus was on basketball. The hosts seemed stunned early in the game, when, cheered on by the very loud Wallaceburg fans, the Tartans led 12-2 after the first quarter. Essex only hit the scoreboard with 30 seconds left in the opening stanza when McElwain converted a layup. “We had a lot of good looks, but we just couldn’t hit. It’s just one of those nights when you’re not making a shot,” EDHS coach Joe Amicarelli said. Wallaceburg, paced by 6’5” post Keahna Riley, had a 10-point cushion, 20-10, at the half. However, things turned around in the second half as the Red Raiders battled back. With three minutes

left in the game, when the Tartans went to the line, and after missing the second attempt, Essex’s Kerrighan Cachlias ripped down a rebound. Down the court, McElwain hit the layup. “It was a courageous effort. We only gave up nine points in the second half. It was a gutsy effort, I’m proud of them,” Amicarelli said. With 1:24 left, McElwain’s younger sister, Finley, was fouled. Going to the line, she was given some encouragement by Lucia. Finley hit 1-of-2 making the score 27-26. Grade 10 student Kim Orton, who landed hard on the floor more than once during the physical game, led the Red Raiders with 10 points, while McElwain had eight. “I think we just decided to play and go out and get it,” McElwain said of the near comeback. The 2016 season will go down as one of the best for the EDHS senior girls’ team. It went 10-0 during the regular schedule, and

won the quarter and semifinals before winning WECSSAA, its first since 2009. “We ran the gauntlet. We went 13-0 in our league, which is always

the goal at the start of the season,” Amicarelli said. Essex will be the site of several Belle River hosted OFSAA ‘AA’ tournament games later this week.

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won 5-1. The league leading Tecumseh Eagles were in town Sunday night, providing a measuring stick for the Ravens to gauge their progress this season. It was evident early on the Essex players were ready, demonstrating aggressive action from all three lines. The entire defensive unit thwarted the Eagles time and time again. Essex posted the first tally with Jesse C stepping up off the draw and blasting one by the Tecumseh goalie. Tecumseh tied the score early in the second period. The Ravens answered off a great lead pass from Sean W to Jaclyn W who made no mistake lighting the lamp. Entering the third period, with a 2-1 lead, the Ravens continued to battle hard. Tecumseh went on to score two in the third period to win 3-2. However, the effort put forth by Essex foreshadows great results in the near future. This weekend, the team participates in the Capitals Cup Challenge in Leamington. Game one is on Friday at 5:45 versus Halton Hills. On Saturday Essex plays St. Thomas at 11am and Niagara Falls at 5pm. All games are at Highbury Canco rink. Coming off one of their finest efforts this season the team is eager to carry that intensity to the tournament games this weekend.