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Thursday, October 8, 2015
Issue No. 40
EDHS shows off new school building
Essex Candidates sound off at Chamber debate PAGE 2 _______________ Essex Council Notes PAGE 3 ________________ Essex garners top honour at national CIB competition PAGE 10 ________________ Agris opens new $2.6M facility in Cottam PAGE 12 ________________ Local farmer wins award
PAGE 13 ________________ 73’s add to lead in standings with four points PAGE 24 ________________ Pictured above: Students from the EDHS S.T.E.P.S program plant a new tree in front of their new school, courtesy of Communities in Bloom Essex.
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by Jennifer Cranston Staff and students at Essex District High School have a lot to celebrate as the school year gets into
full swing. Staff, students, School Board officials, and community members came out to celebrate
the completion of the new school building on Monday night. Principal Mike Hawkins is pleased with many aspects of the new building. “What they did with the science labs is absolutely tremendous,” he said. He explained that the new labs are nicer than
any he has seen. He said he also likes there are many large windows that let in lots of natural light. The hallway lighting is equipped with sensors that will dim or brighten the lights based on the amount of natural light coming in. He also said the school offers a variety of learning environments
from versatile desks to soft seating and lounge areas. The auto and constructions shops also have all new equipment. He said the students are showing a real appreciation for their new surroundings by taking good care of the new school. “Things that have stayed the same are our fantastic students, our fantastic staff, and our fantastic community support,” Hawkins said. The school also has 14 new smart televisions donated by Caesars Windsor. Some of those are being used in the new weight room. Physical Education Department Head Joe Amicarelli said they are great for things like spin classes, and having something to watch encourages students to work out longer. Last Wednesday the S.T.E.P.S. Program at EDHS had a celebration of its own, when students helped to plant a new tree in the front yard. The old building had a courtyard that the students in the S.T.E.P.S. program made much use of. The new build eliminated that courtyard, so staff member
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Music Department Head Dee Shaw discusses the new music room with Board Trustee Julia Burgess at the grand opening of the new EDHS.
Judy Imeson wanted to help the students take part in rebuilding some green space. “We have to start over to make green space that
is our own,” she said. She said it could not have happened without the help of community partners like Communities in Bloom and the Town of
Essex for donating the red maple tree, and to Jobin Rock Farm for donating and engraving a rock that sits with the tree. Bellaire Landscaping transported the rock to the school. The engraving recognizes the S.T.E.P.S. Program and reads, “Remember the past, live for today, dream of tomorrow.” Celebrations at EDHS are far from over as staff and students gear up for this weekend’s Home Coming. This Friday, October 9, members of the EDHS community and members of the community of Essex are invited to come out and enjoy a football game and a good time. The game is against General Amherst. The EDHS Homecoming takes place on the Friday of every Thanksgiving weekend. This year live entertainment will be provided by “Timeline.” A licensed hospitality tent will be near the field and a licensed bar will accompany the band from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gymnatorium. “It’s an evening for the town to come together and share laughs and memories,” Amicarelli said. “You don’t have to be an alumnus. It’s for the whole community.”
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Essex Candidates sound off at Chamber debate
The three main federal candidates for Essex, Jeff Watson (C), Tracey Ramsey (NDP), and Audrey Festeryga (L) square off at the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce Debates last Wednesday.
by Jennifer Cranston Three federal candidates for the riding of Essex were the first to square off at the much anticipated WindsorEssex Regional Chamber of Commerce Debates last Wednesday. The first question posed by mediator Craig Pearson was regarding agriculture and what policies the candidates would like to see changed. Conservative candidate Jeff Watson said that under the Conservative government, farmers are doing better. “Farm income is up, farm equity is up and the number of young farmers is up,” he said. “What we need are more trade deals.” He also talked about green energy policies promised by his opposition that would “penalize” farmers. NDP candidate Tracey Ramsey said that, “under the Conservative
government 30,000 family farms have disappeared.” She talked about programs that ended under the current government and referenced the “undemocratic gutting” of the Canadian Wheat Board. She said the NDP Food to Fork program would support farmers and increase access to “good food.” Liberal candidate Audrey Festeryga said that the Liberals support trade and supply management.
She said Liberals understand the importance of free trade and trade agreements, but they also understand the importance of supply management. Pearson then asked candidates whether they support the Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal.
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Essex Council Notes for Monday, October 5 by Sylene Argent Police escort Mayor’s daughter out of chambers Before getting down to regular business, Councillor Sherry Bondy asked that Pam McDermott, Mayor Ron McDermott’s daughter, apologize publically for what she said was the distracting and disrespectful behavior displayed at the July Council meeting. In July “There was an event in our chamber that was actually really disrespectful to one particular Council member with personal insult,” Bondy said. Mayor McDermott removed himself from the Chair and sat in the gallery when Bondy noted she wanted to talk on the issues. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche chaired the meeting at this point. Councillor Randy Voakes said this is all part of the process of putting things behind. “I agree it was very disruptive, what happened that night. It was disrespectful,” Meloche said, adding there have been instances in the past of individuals being disruptive, and to his knowledge those individuals were allowed back in the Council Chambers without having to apologize. He said unless Council is consistent with how it would handle these types of situations, it is difficult to say Council is going to request an apology in this instance. Meloche added that he believes when there is an audience, the audience should be respectful. Bondy noted in the past, she had a resident say something rude to her when there was an issue a resident was upset about, and that person was asked to apologize. “This time it happens to be Councillor Voakes,” she said. Councillor Larry Snively said there is a difference between people losing their cool over an issue and saying things, and someone who is using hand motions carrying on. Snively said he saw the Mayor, sitting in the gallery, waving his hand dismissively while Councillor Voakes was
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speaking to the issue. A few Councillors said the Town has no protocol as to how to handle such a situation, and wanted the town to create one for consistency in the future. Council then voted unanimously that P. McDermott should apologize or be asked to leave before the start of the meeting. Mayor McDermott abstained from voting. P. McDermott said she wanted to play her recoding first, and said she should be apologized to also. Meloche said at this point in time, Council wasn’t asking for another side of the story, and he apologized for that. P. McDermott turned the request down, stating she wouldn’t apologize until she has had her say. Council graciously asked Ms. McDermott to leave the Council Chambers. P. McDermott responded that she would have to be made to leave. A recess was taken while Council waited for the police to remove her from the Council Chamber. During this wait, Mayor McDermott could be heard shouting outside the Council Chambers. At the August Council meeting, Bondy had noted Council had sent a letter to Ms. McDermott that stated her behavior will no longer be tolerated in the Council Chambers.
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discussing how to proceed with naming the newly installed bike path down Fairview Ave. Council asked the community to send in names, and received 19 submissions, three of which suggesting the path to be named after residents: Essex Area Food Bank founder Eileen Clifford, longtime Police Officer Gord Renaud, and longtime Essex 73’s volunteer and 2015 Essex Citizen of the Year Frank Matthys. Council would eventually decide to choose one of the three suggestions submitted that would name the bike path after an individual. A spreadsheet was used to randomly select a name, and Frank Matthys was selected. Councillor Bill Caixeiro had no problem naming the bike path after someone, but wanted to
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent •••
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Sometimes it is hard to see the beauty in your own back yard. When I come across photos of mountainous areas or sandy beaches, I sometimes long to be able to look out my window and see that type of scenery. I have interviewed individuals from mountainous regions who say the find beauty right in our backyard with the flat planes that sport various crops awaiting harvest. This week, we learned that Essex was successful is garnering five
blooms at the national level of the Communities in Bloom competition, and won its population category. This is something the community should be very proud of. It’s a great reminder that our region has beauty and a lot to offer its residents and visitors alike. Learning of this recognition provides a good opportunity to see the many areas in our region that personify beauty in its many forms, the rich heritage the region boasts
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Used car tax According to a report in the Windsor Star, $2.4 million in retail sales tax that the government thinks should be paid on used cars and trucks, for the month of May, was not paid properly. The report reads that the Minister of Finance will send a letter to about 6,500 Ontario residents in an attempt to collect the money. It has always been my contention that charging a retail tax on used vehicles was akin to highway robbery. The tax paid on the purchase of a new vehicle is a huge amount and why should it be charged on the vehicle again, several times if a car or truck is resold more than once? The article said purchasers were given the wrong advice on the tax to be paid. I presume that would be that buyers reported the amount they paid was lower than actual. When I was working as a reporter for the Windsor Star, I argued this point about a double dose of tax with politicians at both federal and provincial levels, mainly New Democrat and Liberal. Yes, I argued because that was the result when I emphasized the unfairness. I was never
able to make them see how unrealistic it is. If I bought a used refrigerator, or any other used article from someone privately, I would not have to pay tax. If that is the amount for one month, think of the billions the government has taken out of our pockets over the years since sales tax was levied. I think it is not surprising that many people have falsified the price they paid when the vehicle was bought privately. Years ago, I bought a new car from a young man that won it on a draw. The price I paid was considerably lower than the price would be on a used car lot for that one so close to new so I got a telephone call from the tax office questioning me about the amount I paid. It was not my idea of the type of car I liked to drive so when he tried to sell it to me I offered a lower amount. Apparently I was the only one who answered his ad and it is so long ago that I have forgotten what I paid for it or what year it was. All I remember was that it was a Dodge and that he gave his reason for selling it as it was an old man’s car!
Letter to the Editor... Auto Mayors say TPP must keep Canada-U.S. auto trade rules harmonized - submitted to EFP
In a letter to the Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade, the Ontario Auto Mayors have urged the federal government to keep the automotive trade rules harmonized between Canada and the U.S. in the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. “This trade agreement will have profound implications for the Ontario auto sector and by extension the Canadian economy,” Oakville’s Mayor Rob Burton, Chair of the Ontario Auto Mayors, said. “A successful TPP outcome would secure the same automotive terms as the United States.” “Ensuring the strength of our automotive community is a key part of our city’s continued economic success,” Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens said. “We value the partnership we have with our automotive facilities. As such we want to keep and continue to grow jobs in the auto sector because each auto job generates nine more.” In 1965, the Canada-US Auto Automotive Products
Agreement uniquely integrated the nature of the Canada/ US automotive production and supply chain. The pact was reinforced in the 1993 North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and should be maintained in any future negotiations to protect the Canadian auto sector. TPP negotiations are vital for the ongoing health of Canada’s automotive industry. Today, a successful TPP agreement for the automotive sector would protect past provisions and include aligned tariff reduction periods, appropriate rules of origin for parts and assembled vehicles and the inclusion of currency disciplines. All of which would be in equal parity with the United States, Canada’s major trading partner. The Ontario Auto Mayors works with a coalition of auto makers, industry stakeholders, government, unions and academics to develop and implement strategies to enhance automotive investment in Canada. They continue to emphasize the need for a multi-level coordinated governmental approach to the development of a national manufacturing auto policy to protect and grow this sector.
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Essex Council Notes... seek out opportunity for sponsorships and partnerships. One suggestion on the list was “Tout’s Route,” which Mayor McDermott appreciated, but decided to withdraw his name. Taxi Cab discussions Essex Council moved administration’s recommendations as it pertains to taxi cab regulations. This included that the licensing fees for taxicabs and taxicab drivers not be reduced from the current rates. In the report to Council it notes in 2006 the Town implemented a new bylaw for licensing and regulating taxicabs. Around six years later, Hemson Consulting Ltd. performed a comprehensive review of all building, planning, and miscellaneous fees, including taxicab and taxicab drivers’ license fees. Based on full cost recovery, a license fee of $315.00 per year for taxicabs and $229.00 per year for a taxicab was highlighted. In 2014 the license fees for taxicabs and taxicab drivers were reduced by 50 percent. The fees set at $157.50 for taxicabs and $114.50 for taxicab drivers. The report continues to point out the that the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law provides that an office for a taxi service can be located in a residential dwelling as a home occupation. There are regulations for this. The Property Standards By-law provides that one commercial
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vehicle, including a taxicab, may be parked in a garage on a residential property that houses the office home occupation, provided that the taxi cab owner/operator resides in the dwelling. Site Plan Control for Pharmacy Council approved the Site Plan Control approval application for Brady’s and Vella’s Pharmacy Professional Corporation and the execution of a site plan control bylaw agreement for the development of a medical and office facility in the former St. Michael’s School, subject to revisions to the site plan to accommodate five assessable parking spaces. Speed to be reduced on 4th concession Council moved the bylaw to regulate the rate of speed of the 4th Concession in Essex. This will reduce speed to 60km/h from County Road 11 to County Road 23. Speed on County Road 13 Councillor Bill Caixeiro asked Council to request the County of Essex to move the 50km/h zone on Erie Road further south. Council supported this request and also asked that the County look at pedestrian crossings for the area as well.
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Province asked to invest more in healthcare Councillor Sherry Bondy said she has concerns about provincial funding in terms of healthcare. She thought it was appropriate for Council to note the area has an aging population and when funding is cut to doctors, services can be cut. She wanted support from the Town of Essex to ask the provincial government to invest more into local healthcare services. It was decided to send this letter to Essex County also. Council supported this. TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE WWW.FORSYTHTRAVEL.COM
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Two fundraisers support WETRA by Sylene Argent The Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association was proud to receive two large donations recently, thanks to two groups that wanted to support this local organization that works with many individuals throughout the region with emotional, physical, social, or mental special needs. On September 16, the Wildwood Social Club hosted a pasta dinner as a fundraiser for WETRA. Through this effort the group was able to donate $3500.00, WETRA’s Managing Director Becky Mills said. The Social Club volunteers at Wildwood prepared a couple of hundred meals at this fundraising event, and all the food was donated, she added. The proceeds raised will be used to help offset the costs of the therapeutic riding program The Social Club toured the WETRA facility and watched a therapy session to see exactly what the
money they raised will be used to support. On Sunday, September 27, the local riding association took advantage of the nicer weather to host the 5th annual Hogs for Horses event. Thanks to Organizer Ken St. Amand and the Iron Horse Motorcycle Club, $18,000.00 was raised for WETRA. Over 130 bikers took part in this event, which kicked off at WETRA and stopped at various vendors along the route before it concluded with dinner and live entertainment back at the WETRA facility. Over 250 people enjoyed the dinner portion of this fundraiser. Mills noted over 100 prizes were donated from regional businesses and organizations to support this event, which was a generous gesture of support from the community. In the last five years the annual Hogs for Horses event has raised around $69,000 for the riding association. That is enough to feed and care for the
program’s therapeutic horses for around a yearand-a-half, Mills said. This was St. Amand’s last year hosting the fundraiser, and WETRA is thankful for his dedication. Mills noted the event will continue to support WETRA again next year. Without this kind of support “We couldn’t run the program,” she said, adding many are dedicated
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Essex Candidates sound off at Chamber debate... Ramsey said that the NDP supports “fair trade,” but that it must be done in a “balanced and transparent way.” Festeryga said that Canada is a “trading nation.” “We need to ensure that the global markets are supplied by Canadians,” she said.
“We will only sign a deal that is in the best interest of Canadians,” said Watson. “We’ve shown that we can protect our sectors.” Candidates were asked to explain what they would do if their party introduced legislation that was bad for this region. Ramsey explained that
in caucus each MP has a voice in developing the Party line, and she would make the voice of Essex heard there. “I represent Essex, but I also represent the Party,” she said. Festeryga said that Liberals want the MP to be the voice of Essex in Ottawa, “and our voice
needs to speak loudly.” She said that if conflict arises, she would speak the voice of her constituents. Watson told the story of a high ranking NDP MP Bev Desjarlais who simply abstained to vote on an issue where she disagreed with the NDP position and was stripped
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of her critic’s portfolio and driven out of the NDP caucus for it. Watson said that he would, and he has, voted against the Party line. “I am the only one who has voted against a ‘threeline whip,’ and I’m still in this Party,” he said. (A three-line whip, is a strict written instruction
from the party whip to attend and vote on a specific issue. The instruction is underlined three times denoting the urgency or importance of the vote). In closing statements, Watson and Ramsey stayed true to their key messages. Watson said that under the Conservatives, Canada had the best job creation record among the G7 nations, had saved GM, Chrysler, and the Essex Ford Engine Plant as well as the auto-parts sector. He said that the Conservative plan of low taxes, training, trade deals, strategic investments and infrastructure will create 1.3 million well-paying jobs by 2020. He said the NDP would raise taxes on the family farm and the auto industry, and enact a green energy police that would kill over 250,000 jobs. Ramsey claimed the NDP will balance the budget, stimulate the economy and create jobs. “We will kick-start the manufacturing sector, invest in infrastructure, build a national child care program and increase retirement security,” she said. Festeryga left the debate swinging. “We don’t need a back bencher who proudly calls himself the ‘billion dollar MP,’ who’s greatest achievement is the highest unemployment rate in the country,” she said. “We don’t need an MP in opposition, one who has failed to show real leadership in her self-proclaimed areas of expertise; in human rights and women’s rights. If she can’t even stand up for that type of issue, how can we expect her to stand up for Essex?” she continued. “I am the most qualified candidate for Essex.”
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Essex Region Source Protection Plan Comes into Effect submitted to EFP The Source Protection Plan for the Essex Region Source Protection Area comes into effect on October 1, 2015. This plan sets out policies to protect the water
sources that supply our municipal drinking water systems. “This is an exciting milestone for the Essex Region source protection area and the province’s drinking water source protection program,” Tom Fuerth, Chair, Source Protection Committee, said. The plan was developed by the Essex Region Source Protection Committee and its municipal and community partners. The plan is a requirement of Ontario’s Clean Water Act, which was passed as a response to the Province’s inquiry into the Walkerton drinking water tragedy. The Source Protection Plan was developed over several years and is based on technical studies, collaborative policy development, and extensive public consultation. The process was guided by a Source Protection Committee made up representatives from municipalities, business, industry, landowners, and other stakeholders. Policies in the Source Protection Plan include a variety of approaches to manage and prevent risks to municipal drinking water. These approaches include education and outreach, land use planning, monitoring, and the development of risk management plans for significant drinking water threats such as fuel storage tanks larger than 15,000L.These policies will help to keep contaminants out of our rivers and lakes that are sources of municipal drinking water. “Landowners impacted by policies in the Source Water Protection Plan may encounter additional questions at municipal planning counters. Some may get a visit from a Risk Management Official who is responsible for protecting our water supplies and implementing many of the policies in the Source Protection Plan” said Katie Stammler, Source Water Protection Project Manager. Risk Management Services are being provided by the
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Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) on behalf of all municipalities in Windsor and Essex County. The RMO will work with a regional working group to ensure that Risk Management Plans are applied consistently throughout the region. The source protection planning process is directed and funded by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change in conjunction with municipalities. Local Conservation Authorities provide additional technical, communications and administrative support for the source protection planning process. For more information please visit our website: www.essexregionsourcewater.org.
The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch
- School Days I think of my school days whenever I think about the early experiences in my life. I hated going to school and had no desire to go beyond high school, or post-secondary as we should label it. However, I took the attitude that since I had to be there I would get all I could from that endurance, so to speak. So, I filled spares, the time when there was no class for me to attend, with school work so there would be as little time spent on homework as possible. Beside, that could mean less books to carry home and on a bicycle that was a real bonus. I was in my second year when I decided I was not going to school any longer. But I could not get a job and my parents maintained I must stay in school or be employed and paying my own way. However, they solved the problem for me by moving from the country into Woodstock, and going to school meant trotting two blocks to the place where I would be able to learn something more that I thought I didn’t need. Yes, I did study a lot that I never actually used, but I long since learned that those subjects broadened my understanding of many encounters in life. Perhaps the most important benefit was the incentive to think seriously about life in general as an education provided some degree of intelligence. So here I am writing this drivel about my experience as a teenager and the early years later in my life.
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Essex garners top honour at national CIB competition by Sylene Argent In July, the Town of Essex welcomed national Communities in Bloom (CIB) judges, Jim Baird and Bruce Hay. These volunteer judges assessed the municipality on many
components, including tidiness, environmental action, heritage conservation, urban forestry, landscape, and floral displays. Communities in Bloom is a national
non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility, and beautification through community involvement. Since this one day visit, Essex has been anticipating the results, which were finally released over the weekend. On October 3, during the National Communities in Bloom Symposium and Awards Ceremony held in Kamloops, British Columbia, it was announced Essex was named the winner of this year’s National Communities in Bloom Competition for the 9,001 to 20,000 population category. Essex competed against Grand Falls, Newfoundland, and South Huron, Ontario in its population category. Essex also received the top rating of 5 Blooms, and in addition to this achievement, received a special mention for the Harrow Veterans’ Memorial Park. The Town of Essex has participated in this program, at the national and provincial level, for many years. Since that inaugural involvement in this program, Essex has created its own Communities in Bloom Committee, which holds an annual Front Yard and Balcony
Contest for area residents and businesses, to help recognize beautification efforts. The CIB Committee has been called a unifying committee in Town as the members look after beautification efforts throughout the municipality. Essex’s Director of Community Services, Doug Sweet, was pleased with this result. He said the Committee will be recognized at the next Council meeting. Councillor Bill Caixeiro is the Council rep on the Essex CIB Committee. He shared this news with Council on Monday evening. He said the Committee is comprised of hard working members, and these individuals reside in all four wards of the municipality. “I’ve said it in the past, and I’ll say it again, [the CIB Committee] is probably the Committee we should be most proud of in our municipality because it brings all four wards together. They do a tremendous amount of work and it paid off,” Caixeiro said. Caixeiro has only been on the CIB Committee since this term of Council began last year. He gave credit to Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche, who was Essex’s rep on this
Committee for many years. Meloche said the Essex CIB Committee is very focused, and its members are all there for the right reasons. They all work together very well, and they all know the entire community inside and out, he said. Another big reason he believes Essex won in
its category is because of administration, which has to buy into policies and procedures that suit what Communities in Blooms is all about, he said. “To be the number one dog out of all of Canada, I’m very proud of this Committee and administration,” Meloche said.
Voice Of Inspiration “Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who l ove with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.” ~ Rumi
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Essex Non-Profit homes Final PARC meeting moved to St. Clair College three recommendations in the spring. grade 12. It further suggests closing by Jennifer Cranston demos 10 houses Recommendation number one WSS and moving the Adaptive Basic The fate of Harrow District High
by Jennifer Cranston Due to shifting foundations, 10 houses in Essex were recently demolished. Kathleen Tilson is a manager for Home Start Management Company that oversees Essex Non-Profit Homes in Essex. She explained that houses, mostly on Michael Dr. and Patrick Cres., have been taken down due to safety concerns. “The board didn’t want to leave them up to be a danger,” she said. The houses were deemed unsafe and un-salvageable by engineers and it was decided the best course of action was to take them down immediately even though the company has no immediate plans for the properties. “We’re putting families into those homes so we want to make sure they are safe,” she said. The organization is still exploring options for those lots.
School will be announced at the St. Clair College Sportsplex on Tuesday Oct. 13. at a meeting beginning at 7 p.m. The Greater Essex County District School Board of Trustees will hear delegations and presentations before debating the available options and making a final decision. Director of Communications for the GECDSB Scott Scantlebury explained that the Board of Trustees may choose one of the recommendations already posed by the PARC Committee or the administration, or they may decide on a different solution. “They may come up with their own motion,” he said. In a meeting last month Board Administration recommended closing HDHS and Western Secondary School. They also recommended building new schools in Kingsville and Amherstburg. The PARC Committee made
suggests keeping WSS open and expanding the programming there, and turning each of the other high schools into Community Hubs. This draft includes creating JK –grade 12 facilities in both Harrow and Kingsville, with a new building in Kingsville. This plan also suggests designating Malden Central Public School and Colchester Public School as feeder schools for HDHS. Finally it asks that no school be subjected to a PARC more often than once every seven years. The second recommendation is very similar to the first, except that it suggests closing WSS and moving those students and programs to General Amherst as a separate program. The third set of recommendations does not include Community Hubs and suggests more closures. It suggests closing HDHS and consolidating that school with KDHS, with a new building in Kingsville to accommodate JK –
programming to General Amherst as a separate program. Current WSS students enrolled in the Locally Developed Compulsory Courses (LDCC) would have the choice of following Western into Amherstburg but all future LDCC students would attend the high school in their own community. A new building in Amherstburg at a new location was also part of this recommendation.
Voice Of Inspiration “When you forgive, you free your soul. But when you say I’m sorry, you free two souls.” ~ Donald L. Hicks
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Agris opens new $2.6M facility in Cottam
Agris Board President Larry Pajot addresses local farmers at the grand opening of the new Agris Fertilizer facility in Cottam.
by Jennifer Cranston Local farmers gathered in Cottam on September 29 to celebrate the new Agris fertilizer storage and mixing facility. The $2.6 million
overhaul is part of a $5 million investment that includes a revamped facility in Dutton as well. “This is about investing in our future by increasing our capacity
to meet our farmerowners ever increasing requirement for speed, accuracy, and flexibility,” Agris Co-operative Board President Larry Pajot said. “In 2014 the board set a $5 million plan in motion. With analysis and support from Growmark we have fundamentally changed our fertilizer blending capacity across Agris and are now better able to meet the present and future needs of our owners and customers.” Operations in Cottam have been elevated to a blending capability of 200 MT per hour, which is eight times faster than the old system. Storage is up to 4,500 MT which is about nine times the previous capacity. “After the spring of 2013 it was clear that we needed to be able to service more acres per day to ensure our owners and customers could plant their crop during a challenging spring. As farmers continue to adapt their stewardship practices, the need for flexibility and timeliness are amplified,” Agris Cooperative general manager
Jim Campbell said. “We are now using the latest technology to seamlessly transfer information from the field to the plant and back to the field using our Advanced Information Systems. We are working hard to leverage new technology to maximize yields and profitability at the farmgate across our whole co-operative system,” he added. The new facility boasts in-floor heating and a fabric roof that allows natural light into the
Jim Spradlin, CEO of Growmark Inc., praises the increased capacity of the new fertilizer facility in Cottam.
storage and mixing area. CEO of Growmark Inc. congratulated Agris for its leadership. “The investment
in this facility is an investment in the future,” he said. “We look to Agris as a technology leader.”
Names of past Station #1 Firefighters needed by Sylene Argent At the recent Essex Fire & Rescue alumni reunion the family of former Fire Chief Sam Smith were presented with a memorial bell to recognize his efforts and dedication to the service one year after his passing. It is planned to list every firefighter who has served in Essex Centre and has passed on this memorial monument. And, firefighters are turning to the community to submit those names into Essex Fire & Rescue, whether that person served for several years, or just a day. This will be an ongoing commitment to keep Chief Smith’s legacy alive for
future generations. So far, around 100 names have been collected. Firefighters are wanting not just the names of those who have passed, but those who are still living also. “This Samuel A. Smith Memorial Bell will keep a strong pulse in our heritage while recognizing all firefighters that served at Station#1 since the late 1800s and have since passed away,” Captain Gary Smith said, who is the son of the former Fire Chief, Sam Smith. If anyone has a name of a previously serving firefighter, Smith can be emailed at sxfd19@gmail.com.
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Local farmer wins Canadian Farmer-Rancher Pollinator Award
submitted to the EFP David Ainslie, a Comber area farmer, was chosen as the recipient of the 2015 Canadian Farmer-Rancher Pollinator Conservation Award. The North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC), The Canadian Federation of Agriculture, and the Canadian Grassland and Forage Association, present the award, which recognizes individuals who have contributed significantly to pollinator protection, conservation, and issue outreach resulting in increased awareness of the importance of pollinators and pollination. Michael Dick, Agricultural Technician with the Essex Region Conservation Authority and Secretary/Treasurer of the Essex County Soil and Crop Improvement Association, nominated Mr. Ainslie, a longtime partner, for this award. “One of Pollinator Partnership’s goals is to encourage environmental stewardship and to catalyze future actions that benefit pollinators,” Dr. Victoria Wojcik, Research Director with the Pollinator Partnership, explained. “Mr. Ainslie’s work in promoting sustainable farming and pollinators at his Golden Rod Farms is most deserving of this honour.” “Over his nearly 30 year career as a full time farmer, David has incorporated his sophisticated understanding of natural systems into his farming operation,” Dick added. “He was amongst the first in the region
to adopt conservation farming techniques such as no-till planting, and has implemented many Beneficial Management Practices that improve water quality and fish and wildlife habitat across all of his farms. Most notably, Mr. Ainslie has made use of rock chutes, extensive tree planting, shelter belts and buffer strips to reduce soil erosion and improve water quality, while increasing natural habitat and enhancing the sustainability of agricultural lands. Through his adoption of many conservation farm practices, he has influenced the practices of other farmers across the region.” Ainslie maintains a 25 acre woodlot and has undertaken significant woodlot restoration, which is where his awardwinning pollinator habitat restoration project has
been created. “The whole premise for me was ‘how do I get more biological life forms on the farm?’” Ainslie said. “This was always the challenge: to incorporate biology and the environment with farming beans, corn, and wheat. It’s been a bit of an experiment for the past 30 years and it all started with 2 bee hives. I started to see life through the eyes of an insect...and realized that the bees needed food, water, and shelter.” This led to the ultimate creation of Ainslie’s award-winning pollinator habitat. On October 20, he will travel to Washington, DC to accept this award. “We extend our sincere congratulations to Mr. Ainslie and hope that other farmers will be inspired to undertake similar restoration projects on their farms,” Dick went on to say. “The Essex Region Conservation Authority has a variety of grants for tree planting and other restoration projects, including wetland restoration and pollinator habitat creation. We also work with many farmers to implement beneficial management practices aimed at keeping soil on fields and phosphorus out of our watercourses.” Any landowners interested in learning more about the funding available for these types of projects is urged to contact ERCA.
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From The Heart WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT Jerry and Gabriella Sagaert wish to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter
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Thelma Helen Waldron (Wighton) June 6, 1924 - Oct. 5, 2011
Linda Sagaert to Tom Miron
In loving memory of our Mother. Deep in our hearts lies a picture more precious than silver or gold. It’s a picture of you whose memory will never grow old. A little tear falls from our eyes. We swallow hard, try not to cry. We think of you so far away. Four years ago you died today.
this October. The couple will be celebrating their honeymoon in Jamaica. With all our love, Jerry and Gabriella Sagaert, Paul and Karen Miron.
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TREPANIER Lenora - Oct. 9, 1997
Raymond - Oct. 30, 2003
Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. ~ Forever loved and missed by your family. ~ _______________________________________________
TAYLOR Ella - Aug. 24, 1975
Wilfred - Oct. 7, 1995
Douglas - Oct. 7, 2009
Softly the leaves of memory fall. Gently we gather and treasure them all. Unseen, unheard, you are always near. So missed, so loved, so very dear.
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Trimble
In loving memory of a dear Mother and Grandmother, Jean Marie, who passed away 13 years ago on October 10, 2002.
A special smile, a special face, and in our hearts a special place. No words we speak can ever say how much we miss you every day. To hear your voice and see your smile. To sit and talk with you awhile. To be together in the same old way, would be our dearest wish today. ~ Forever loved and never forgotten. ~ Mary-Ann, Jeanie, and Michael ___________________________________________________
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Joseph Bohnenschuh Nov. 16, 1942 - Oct. 8, 2014
One year has passed. No one knows how much I miss you. No one knows the bitter pain I have suffered since I lost you. Life has never been the same. In my heart your memory lingers, sweetly tender, fond and true. There is not a day, dear father, that I do not think of you. ~ Love Pete and Tracy Lesperance
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RIDER, Richard ‘Dick’ - Retired OPP Staff Sergeant - Detachment Commander - Entered into rest at the Brockville General Hospital, Charles Street Site on Tuesday September 29, 2015. Richard Rider of Brockville age 83 years. Beloved husband of Joan (MacPherson) Rider, dear father of Steve Rider (Joanne Cranston) and Shelley Beatty (Steve Stoneham). Loving grandfather of Brandon Beatty(Katie). Dick is survived by Hanny Vandenhoek (Theo), John de Ruiter (Mary), Ann Gurnsey (Ivan), Lynn Lakish, Meta Purdy, Case de Ruiter (Trudy) as well as several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, two brothers and a sister. A Memorial Service to remember Dick was held at the Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl St. East Brockville (613-342-2792) on Sunday October 4th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. The Memorial Service will begin with Rising Sun Masonic Lodge # 85 hold a Masonic Memorial Service, all are welcome. Interment followed at Oakland Cemetery. In memory of Dick, donations to the War Amps, Christ Anglican Church, Oso, or the Charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Messages of condolence may be sent on line at www.barclayfuneralhome.com. _______________________________________________
DESCHAMPS, Raymond Alcide “Junior” - Formerly of Essex, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 5, 2015 at the age of 84 in Nedelec, Quebec. He is now reunited with his loving wife Mary Elizabeth (2013). Devoted father of Yvonne Renaud (late Fred), Michelle Barry (late Dale), Rene (Julia) (late Linda), Christopher (Cheryl), Francis, Denise Deschamps (Marcel). Dear Pipi to 24 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Dearest Brother of late Alphonse (late Ethel), late Albert (late Rose), late Hector (late Gladys), late Imelda Vigneux (late Edward) late Sam (late Lucille), late Marcel (late Marian), late Leo, late Gertrude Brown (late Elmer), late Peter (Rita), late Rosaire (Florence), late Marguerite Johnson (late Lloyd), late Bernard, late Louis (Arleen). Dear brother-in-law of Roy and Bill and predeceased by Lee, Olive, Gordan and Burt. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ray worked at Chrysler and was a proud member of Local 444. He was proprietor of Cozy Corners Restaurant in Maidstone for 8 years in the seventies. For the last 40 years, he moved north to Quebec and enjoyed his real passion of farming. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Thursday, 2-5 and 7-9 pm and on Friday, October 9, 2015 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 146 Talbot Street South, Essex from 9:30 am until Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 am. Fr. Dave Boutette officiating. Parish Prayers Thursday 7:30 pm. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorial Donations made to the Essex Food Bank or Hospice Windsor Essex County would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their condolences or memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
What’s Going On... OCT. 8 THE NATURALIZED HABITAT NETWORK presents author Lorraine Johnson at the Unico Community Centre, Kingsville, 7pm. Info. at www.naturalizedhabitat.org. OCT. 9 &10 ECHRS FUNDRAISING BASEMENT SALE From 8am-4pm at ECHRS, 18 Gordon Ave. Essex. OCT. 13 POT LUCK AT ESSEX RETIREES’ Presenation by Family Services to follow at 1:00 on How to avoid becoming a victim of Financial abuse and Fraud. OCT. 16, 17 & 18 - KINGSVILLE 46TH ANNUAL MIGRATION FESTIVAL - For more information: www.migrationfestival.ca. OCT. 17 - ESSEX LEGION BUFFET DINNER FUNDRAISER with live entertainment. For information call 519-776-8246 or visit the Legion. OCT. 17 - ESSEX LION’S COMMUNITY FAIR at Essex Arena Community Rm. 9am-4pm. Health and lifestyle fair. All are welcome. OCT. 18 - ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING with Ted Kloske from Henry’s on Photography. St. Stephen’s Church, 5280 Howard Ave; Windsor, at 1:30 pm. All welcome. OCT. 20 - ACCESSIBILITY WORKSHOP at the Heritage Park Alliance Church, LaSalle. Visit www.countyofessex.on.ca. OCT. 24 - SUN PARLOUR CHORUS presents “On with the Show” at 2 pm at the Heritage Park Alliance Church. Visit www.sunparlourchorus.com for details. OCT. 24 - WOODSLEE COMMUNITY CENTRE’S COMEDY NIGHT and Dinner Fundraiser. At 1782 Oriole Park Dr., Woodslee. Doors at 6pm, dinner at 7pm. For info: 519-996-8161. OCT. 28 ROAST BEEF SUPPER - At Bethel-Maidstone United Church. From 4 - 6:30 p.m. Tickets available at the door.
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Temporary Community Services Operator (Part-time) (approximately 1 year) The Town of Essex is currently accepting resumes for the temporary position of Community Services Operator (Part-time). Reporting to the Manager, Parks and Facilities, this position will be responsible to provide operational support to the Town’s recreational facilities including arenas, parks and sports fields. For full details and further information, please see our website at www.essex.ca. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume no later than Friday, October 16, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. to: Mail or In Person: Manager, Human Resources 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON N8M 1A8 Email: hr@essex.ca
DRIVERS WANTED: AZ or DZ Clean record. Will train qualified applicants. Fax resume to Quinlan Inc. 519-723-2336. 1- tfn _____________________ HELP WANTED: General Labourers Wanted. Fax resume to: 519-723-2336. 13-tfn
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WANTED TO BUY _____________________ BUYING MOST JEWELRY + COINS + UNWINDUP WATCHES Wednesday, Oct. 21 at Essex Retirees’ Centre, 20 Russell St., Essex from 9am-3pm. Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Unico Building, 37 Beech St., Kingsville( Just behind A1 Flooring) from 9am-3pm. Friday, Oct. 23 at the K of C Hall, 190 Richmond St., Amherstburg, from 9am-5pm. House calls also available (46 years experience) Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 519-819-1805. 40-1t
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LAVIN AUCTIONS INC. “ON LINE ONLY AUCTION” CLOSING MONDAY, OCT. 19th @ 10:00 A.M. Bailiff Sale @ the former La Sila Bakery & Pizzeria, 3873 Walker Rd. in Windsor. We have scheduled an Online Auction for approx. 230 Lots to include: Pizza, Bread & Convection Ovens, Dough Mixers, Bread & Meat Slicers, Foster Walk-In Freezer/Refrig Unit, S/S Tables, Shelving, Racking, Sinks, Display Units, Hyd. Table Lifts, Assort. Pots/ Pans/Utensils, Alum. Trays, etc. etc., Bidding has opened. For a complete listing w/pic’s, Terms or to Register to Bid, please visit: www.richardlavinauctions.com or for further info, call (519) 735-3070.
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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. 12/15 Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! in The Classifieds
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NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS TO THE METTAWAS WATERFRONT PARK FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville is accepting Applications for community members to serve on the Mettawas Waterfront Park Fundraising Committee. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in the Community and utilize your skills to fundraise for the Mettawas Waterfront Park and Trail Project (“Mettawas Park”). The term of the appointment will conclude either at the end of the present term of Council, being November 30, 2018, or upon the achievement of the established fundraising goals, whichever is earlier. As a sub-committee of the Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture Committee (“PRAC”), the Committee is responsible for providing recommendations to PRAC regarding fundraising initiatives, events and sponsorship opportunities to raise money for the Mettawas Park. Additionally, the Committee will be responsible for organizing and operating the planned events. Application Forms and draft Terms of Reference are available on the Town’s website or at the Municipal Office located at 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville. If this opportunity interests you, please submit a completed Application Form to the attention of the Corporate Services Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2015. DATED at Kingsville, Ontario this 22nd day of September, 2015. Jennifer Astrologo, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Corporate Services Department The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9
Roads Maintenance Labourer The Corporation of the County of Essex has an opening for a full-time permanent Roads Maintenance Labourer. Duties include general maintenance, flagging traffic, repairing shoulders and potholes, cutting brush, picking up debris, grading ditches and operating winter control equipment. Duties may also include filling in as a truck driver, tractor operator and loader operator as required. Minimum qualifications include completion of Secondary School (Grade 12 Diploma), several years of related experience in construction and/or snow plowing, a valid Class DZ driver’s license (with successful completion of a County of Essex driving test prior to being interviewed), the ability to work in all weather conditions, to be on call 24 hours a day during the winter months as well as work nights during the winter control season. For More Details Please Check Out Our Website At: www.countyofessex.on.ca This information can be made available in alternative formats upon request.
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Form 1 The Planning Act Notice of Passing of an Interim Control By-law By the Corporation of the Town of Essex Take notice that the Council of the Town of Essex has passed By-law Number 1450 on the 21st day of September, 2015, under Section 38 of the Planning Act.
The Corporation of the Town of Essex By-Law Number 1450 To Implement Interim Control Affecting Lands in Ward 1 of the Town of Essex
An explanation of the purpose and effect of the By-law, describing the lands to which the By-law applies, and a location map is attached. A colour copy of the location map is available on request from the Planning Department of the Town of Essex. And take notice that only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal an Interim Control By-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. An appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the By-law may be completed by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Essex not later than Friday, November 20, 2015, a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons in support of the objection accompanied by the required fee of $125 made payable to the Minister of Finance.
Whereas pursuant to Section 38 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 and Amendments thereto, Council is desirous of implementing interim control of new residential land uses in Ward 1 for the purpose of developing new land use policies and development standards for such uses to address land use impacts associated with them; Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Town of Essex enacts as follows: All lands in any Residential District, under Sections 14, 15 and 16, in General Zoning By-law 1037, located in Ward 1, the boundaries of which are shown in Schedule A, Location Map, forming part of this by-law, are subject to interim control, which shall prohibit the development of these lands for any use, building or structure, except for the following: an existing dwelling; a building addition or structure addition to an existing dwelling; an accessory building or other free-standing accessory structure to an existing dwelling, a new dwelling that replaces an existing dwelling on the same lot. “Existing dwelling”, for the purpose of this by-law, means a dwelling lawfully existing at the time of the passing of this by-law.
Note: If you wish to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), the requisite appeal forms are available from the Ontario Municipal Board on their website: www. omb.gov.on.ca or you may obtain the appeal forms from the Clerk’s office. Dated at the Town of Essex this 8th day of October, 2015. Cheryl Bondy, Manager, Legislative Services (Clerk) Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: 519-776-7336, Extension 1132 Email: cbondy@essex.ca
This by-law shall take effect on the day of its passing and shall remain in force until September 1, 2016, unless otherwise repealed by Council. Read a first, a second and a third time and finally passed on September 21, 2015.
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Key Map showing the location of the lands affected by By-law 1450 (Ward 1)
Explanation of By-law 1450: An Interim Control By-law An interim control by-law, sanctioned under Section 38 of The Planning Act, imposes a freeze on the issuance of building permits for all land use(s), except for those specifically exempted in the by-law, over a geographic area(s), which is also identified in the by-law. It may remain in effect for up to one year or for a lesser time, as specificed in the by-law, with, at the discretion of Council, the possibility for extension for one additional year, such that the bylaw may remain in effect for a maximum of two years from the date of its passing. The intent is to prohibit the use of lands, except as permitted by the by-law, pending the adoption and implementation of new land use planning policies and development standards intended to address land use issues associated with the restricted development. By-law 1450 prohibits the development of lands in all Residential Districts in Ward 1. Ward 1 is the geographic area of Essex Centre. The development of any land use not specifically exempted in By-law 1450 is not permitted, while By-law 1450 remains in effect. Exempted uses are existing dwellings and additions to them, any accessory building or free-standing structure and the construction of a new dwelling to replace an existing dwelling on the same lot.
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Holy Name supports Terry Fox Foundation by Sylene Argent The students at Holy Name Catholic Elementary School, still fresh into the school year, didn’t waste any time fundraising to support an important cause. On the morning of Friday, September 25, the students gathered to participate in the annual Terry Fox Walk event. Leading up to the Terry
Fox Walk, the students collected pledges, and impressed the school’s staff with having raised nearly $700 for the Terry Fox Foundation. In the past eight years, Holy Name has been able to support this cause, raising a total of $4890. Nearly every family has been touched by cancer in some way, so this was a great opportunity for
the Holy Name students to show support for the Terry Fox Foundation, and begin the school year with showing support for an important cause. The event began in the school gymnasium where students and staff participated in a prayer service. The Grade 8 students hosted the prayer service, which included gospel readings, information about the life of Terry Fox, videos, and music. The students then headed outdoors to complete a walk to Sadler’s Park. Members of the OPP safely guided the students to Sadler’s Park, and then back to the school. In order to collect funds for the Terry Fox Foundation, the students participated in the “Toonie for Terry” donation campaign. The grade eight students were instrumental in helping to promote this cause. Every morning, the senior elementary school students promoted the
Photo submitted Pictured are some of the grade eight students from Holy Name Catholic Elementary School during the Terry Fox Walk.
walk during the morning announcements. During these announcements, the grade eights would explain to their younger schoolmates the importance of supporting the program, and would encourage their school peers to contribute. The grade eight students also took time
out of their school day to put up provided Terry Fox Foundation posters around
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team has been training each day during their lunch hours, preparing for its upcoming school board meet. The cross country team travelled to Lakewood Park on September 29th for a practice meet with several other schools. Our girls’ and boys’ soccer teams have been practicing and playing games at home and away. Their playoffs take place on October 7. Good luck to all our Hawk athletes. The grade 8 students at Holy Name led our school in a prayer service, honouring one of
News from the Hawk’s Nest submitted to EFP Welcome back! The students and staff at Holy Name Elementary School got back to the business of teaching and learning on Tuesday, September 8. We said hello to old friends and welcomed a few new faces to the school. Our first mass as a school family was held in the gym on Friday, September 18. The
mass was organized by Mrs. Farrand and Mrs. Hastings, along with their students. Our priest, Father Dave, celebrated with us and spoke about positive messages to think about for the upcoming year. He reminded us to make good choices and follow the right path. Music was provided by our school choir. As we have done in the past, we held
a “Meet the Team” evening where parents could visit the school to meet their children’s teachers. The event was held on September 23 and included some very tasty ice cream treats – yummy! This social event was well attended and gave everyone a chance to get to know one another. Our school athletics programs are in full swing. The cross country
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Martha Lapain, Jerrod Market and Adam Zanier have been commissioned to NET Ministry at a special Mass at Notre Dame Cathedral in Ottawa by Archbishop Prendergast. Join us for a Dinner & Dance on Sunday, Oct. 18th, at 5pm. Live music by Maria Connel and Grant Bergeron. Tickets are on sale for this years Men’s Conference “The Narrow Road” on Oct. 17th. QUEST meets on Wed. Oct. 14th, from 6:30PM-7:45PM for Grades 3-5. Holy Name School will host its annual community Mass Thursday, October 15th at 7PM. This will replace our usual 6:30PM Thursday Evening Mass. Social to follow in the Hall. All are welcome! There will be a NET Ministry Bake Sale Fundraiser after each Mass this week. A Prayer Vigil for Climate Change will take place on Sunday, October 25th at 2 p.m. here in our Church. All faiths are welcome! We have much to be thankful for here a Holy Name... our wonderful priests and deacons. We are thankful for our homes, our families, and being fortunate to live in this great Country. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and show someone how thankful you are. God Bless you and have a great week.
All are welcome to our Sunday Worship Service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is at 10:15am. Sunday, Oct. 11 is Thanksgiving Sunday. Come and give thanks for our many blessings. Theme is “Be Happy!” Door greeters are Judy and Carson Kroll, Elder on Duty is Judy Harling and Lock-up is Gord Moore. Wednesday, Oct. 28 is our Roast Beef Dinner, served buffet style from 4-6:30pm. Tickets at door. All are welcome. Interested in renewing your vows? Contact Linda. Have a great week and a Happy Thanksgiving!
Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett
Don’t forget Messy Church Thursday, Oct. 8th . It’s open to families with kids of all ages, so join us at 6 p.m. for a free family style dinner and experience church in a new way! You are invited to worship with us on Thanksgiving Sunday, Oct. 11th, at 11 a.m. The service is led by Major Sam Roberts and is followed by a time for coffee and fellowship. SA Connections on Tuesday, Oct. 13th will include a pumpkin patch outing. We meet at the church at 10 a.m. All are welcome to enjoy the fun. Sincere thanks to Essex United Church for including our Salvation Army Food Bank in their recent fundraiser at A -1 Restaurant in support of local foodbanks and the Downtown Mission.
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Canada’s greatest heroes: Terry Fox. Following the prayer service we took to the streets for our annual Terry Fox Walk. Students brought in “Toonies for Terry” to help with the fight against cancer. We raised over $600 for the Terry Fox Foundation. Way to go Hawks! We held a kick-off assembly on October 1 for our Annual Read-AThon, which will take place later in the month. Mr. Gregetz and his Grade 8 students introduced a number of individual and classroom incentives designed to encourage students to get pledges.
Some of our teachers are part of those incentives. Even our principal, Ms. Tuer, will participate. If our school raises $10,000 or more she has agreed to allow our top three pledge earners to modify her appearance with some cream pies. Wouldn’t that look good?!? Stay tuned for more news from the Hawk’s Nest. Go Zip! Go Zap! Go Zop!
Maidstone Cross Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! For the next month we will collect non-perishable goods for the Essex Food Bank at the back of the Church. The Annual Catholic Men’s Conference will take place on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Holy Name of Jesus Church. Guest speaker is Dr. Ralph Martin. Get your tickets at their parish office. The Sandwich South Fire Dept. is celebrating its 50th Anniversary and all past and present Fire Fighters and the Public are invited to an Open House and BBQ on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. at the fire hall in Oldcastle. With Pope Francis message on Climate Change there will be a Prayer Vigil for Climate Change on Sunday, Oct. 25 at Holy Name of Jesus Church at 2 p.m. All faiths are welcome. COR will take place on November 6 to 8 at Holy Name of Jesus Church for students in high school. Registrations at back of the church. If you are getting married this coming year, the Marriage Prep course is offered at Holy Name of Jesus Church on November 20-21. Please contact the parish office to register. Guatemala Hope is in need of monetary contributions. For more information email us at info@guatemalahope.org. Our prayers and sympathies the Carr family on the passing of Elizabeth. Please keep Rita Bellaire in your prayers and all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers.
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Trinity Church Remember in your prayers Richard, Liz, James, Maureen, Doug, and Joanne. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Joan Twiname, given by Jack & Sue Beaule and family. Happy Birthday to Kathy Wuerch and Arla Blakney. Thanks to all who helped with the retreat, we had a great time around the campfire and continued indoors with a awesome scavenger hunt and then good fellowship and reflection time. Thank you to Chris for the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday and the weather co-operated, no rain! Our Thank You Bank for the month of October will be going to the Salvation Army Food Bank. See you Sunday at 9:15 in “The Little White Church in the Cemetery” in Cottam! Everyone welcome and our young leaders are waiting for our young children to join them! Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
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 Peter Hogeterp. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Come back on Monday, Oct. 12 for our Thanksgiving Day service. Heads up for our free Movie Night on Friday, October 30. Keep watching for more details and make plans to attend.
Pastor Rod spoke on, “I’m a Powerful Person in Christ.”The powerful person knows they’re loved and acts like it. They’re encouragers. November 20th-21st is the Women’s Conference. Details are coming soon. Please continue to keep our Titian Orphanage Ministry Team in your prayers. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. - Join us for the “Culture of Honour” by Danny Silk. Children and youth classes provided. Restoration House Healing Rooms: 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee. Open Saturday’s, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Happy Thanksgiving blessings!
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Thanks to everyone at our A1 Restaurant fundraiser. We made $700 to be shared between the Essex Food Bank, the Salvation Army, and the Downtown Mission Soup Program. Also, thank you to A1. Line Dancing Starts Wed., Oct. 7, 1:00 – 2:30pm ~ 8 weeks. For more information call Nancy at 519-726-5142. Our Anniversary Chicken dinner will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17. For more information, call the church at 519-776-5121. On our anniversary, Sunday, Oct. 18, our guest speaker will be Rev. Sharon Willis-Whitwell. Everyone is welcome. Adult Confirmation classes start on October 8. If you are interested in becoming a member of Essex United, please let Pastor Jim know. Our Annual Fall Yard Sale is coming in November. It will be a great opportunity to start your Christmas shopping. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Come join us for our Eighty-plus Celebration Sunday/ World Food Day and Sunday School at 11:15 am. We are honoring our members who are Eighty-plus in years. They add so much to our Church with their wisdom and help. Rev. Ann will be giving her special message. The Holy Scriptures and Psalm will be read by Margaret Ann Gold. Greeting you at the door will be Frank and Marie Little. This is a special occasion. The lunch will be Pot Luck, so bring your special dish. Please note all our Eighty-plus members, we are asking you to come early so we can take a picture to hang on our Eighty-Plus wall. That same day is World Food Day. We welcome your donations of food and dollars for the Downtown Mission. Rev. Ann sermon and Weekly Bulletins can be found on the Church’s Website. Please say a special prayer for the people on our Prayer List. Need a good book to read? Check out our Library in the Round Room or a book for your special child can be found in the Children’s Library, in the Sunday School area. Choir Practice: Mondays from 6 pm to 8 pm. We are practicing our Christmas Cantata, we do this with Belle River UC and Windsor Seventh Day Adventists. Coffee and Conversation: Thursday 10 am. Woodslee Bazaar is Sat., Nov. 7 from 9 am-2 pm. Lunch served from 11 am-1 pm. Paquette News By Pam Hartley
We have new service times this fall. Saturday 4:45 at St. Stephen’s; Sunday 8:15 at St. Stephens; and Sunday at 10:00 at Redeemer. St. Stephen’s & Redeemers first celebration of St Francis of Assisi went off without a hitch. We had three dogs and my 19-year-old cat show up for a blessing on Saturday night and Sunday morning at Redeemer was an all-out petfest with one bunny, two cats, and thirteen dogs, both large and small! There sure were some interesting additional sounds added to ours hymns sung that day. Continued on Page 21
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Continued from Page 20 Don’t forget your diapers & baby food for the “Fill Rev. Paul’s Truck” challenge in support of the Essex Food Bank, the challenge ends this Sunday, Oct. 11. Feeding the hungry & clothing the naked as the gospel calls us to do. Both alter guilds are looking for donations for our Thanksgiving decorating. All items (squash, gourds, pumpkins etc.) are to be at the church by October 10. Redeemers’ first Soup for the Soul Sunday is right around the corner. Sunday, Oct. 18 at 11:00; be prepared to show up hungry & leave full! Free-will offering. You are invited for a wicked good time at our next seniors’luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 11:00 at Redeemer. Costumes are encouraged! Call Dawn by Oct 21 at 519978-1252 St Stephen’s card & dessert party is Thursday, Oct. 15 at 1:00. Come on out for a little friendly competition. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.
the wondrous gifts of the harvest. Our October Thank You Bank donations will be given to the Salvation Army Food Bank. We had a Thanksgiving Soup meal on Thursday, the 8th, in gratitude for the tremendous community support. Newspapers wanted, Hannah wants them for a project. You can leave them at the church office or we will pick them up (519-839-5687) After one year of production, over one million soup servings have been distributed locally and internationally. To encourage thought on the need for a sustainable plan to address poverty, we joined with communities across the country in handing out lunch bags with information and a snack.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church Next Sunday we will give thanks for the many gifts God has given us, especially
Essex Retirees’ Social Club There is fun in store for our annual Hallowe’en party on Thursday, October 29th. Those who come in costume provide much of that fun. All members can enjoy the free dinner, providing they register before Oct. 19. After that, they and nonmembers can purchase admittance. The party starts with Bingo from 3-5 p.m. Costumes will be judged at 5:30 and dinner will be served at 6 p.m. The Banjo club will entertain following the meal. More runners are needed for our Friday night bingos. The registration forms for Senior games are available at the club. A representative from the Senior Games will be available at the club on Thurs., Oct. 22 from noon to 4 p.m. to take your registrations and answer questions. If you have any extra plastic grocery bags, we would appreciate them in our kitchen. We celebrated National Seniors Day on Thursday, Oct. 1 with a free brunch for our members. Pictured is Wally Laframboise and Audrey Ostrander hamming it up while being served and Loretta Rivard is shown flipping the pancakes. Our monthly Pot Luck is on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Family Services will give a special pesentation to tell us how to avoid being a victim of scams and financial abuse.
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Please join us on Sunday, Oct. 11, for our 10:30 am - Thanksgiving Worship Service. Your presence is always a blessing to us and we hope our church family will be a blessing to you! Last Sunday, Reverend Staples’ message made us stop, think and reflect on “Why Innocent People Suffer.” As well, Greg Iler sang a beautiful arrangement of a Thanksgiving Hymn. A Fall Bible Study, “Living the Questions” (led by Rev. Staples) has started and is held each Tuesday (10 am – noon) or Thursday (6 – 8 pm). Everyone is welcome to join us for this Faith Journey. Iona College is asking for assistance in order to restock their cupboards for the Student Food Bank at the University of Windsor. For the next couple of weeks we will be focusing our collection to assist them. They require non-perishable food items and we thank you for your support of this initiative. You are invited to help us at the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners in Leamington on Thursday, October 22 (morning) to cut and slice vegetables for their soup program. If you are able to assist, please contact Dennis Graham at: 519-776-7444. Our annual Turkey Dinner is just around the corner (Saturday, Nov. 7th). Please mark this date on your calendar and we look forward to seeing everyone for this scrumptious tradition! 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 website at: www. harrowunited.org.
Golden Age Golf Report 37 golfers scattered 62 aces on this day. Leading the ace parade with 6 was Andy Orsini. Rose Taylor dropped 4 while 3 found the bottom of the cup for Mary Binder, Cam Keith, Bill Mayville, Colleen Pearse, Al Rutter, Barry Sweet, Bill Taylor, Bob McWilliam, Laurie Hylton and Gayle Johnson. Leading with 35 for 18 holes was Julia Kos followed closely by Bob McWilliam with 36, Bill Mayville, Colleen Pearse, Al Rutter and Andy Orsini with 37. 38 went to Lloyd Honey, Eva Kah, Mike Binder, Cathy Dewhurst, Betty McManus, Al Rutter, Andy Orsini, Laurie Hylton and Barry Sweet. Sharing the lead with a 36 hole score of 75 were Julia Kos, Al Rutter and Andy Orsini. Bill Mayville shot a 76, Colleen Pearse a 77, Lloyd Honey a 78 and Bob McWilliam a 79. First place bragging rights was awarded to team Aces with 242 [Rose Taylor, Mavis Rutter, Kathy Bradley, Lloyd Honey]. Second place was nailed down by team 10 with 243 [Murray Hartford, Eva Kah, Colleen Pearse]. Team 6 took third place with a 245 [Mike Binder, Cathy Dewhurst, Betty McManus]. Play resumes at 9:30 on Thursday, October 8. Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker
Weather has turned a lot cooler than we like it but at least there are no white things flying around. Farmers have been very fortunate to have a few good weeks to harvest the soybeans. Happy Belated Anniversary to Brett & Deb Market, Jeff & Laura Dunn, Garry & Ruthanne Hislop and Mike & Tara Campbell and to Ralph and Joan Mellow on 62 years this Saturday. Happy Belated Birthday to Madeline Diesbourg who celebrated another year and to Marg Magee, and this week to Madeline Phelman. Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers from near & far. Essex Baptist Church submitted by Stephaie Winger
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Senior spikers move to 2-0 Two Hamilton hot rods pass through Leamington
Norm, Tom, Murray, and Ken with the passenger-side door panel from my first high school hot rod, a 1940 Mercury convertible reupholstered in red and white vinyl with black piping 60 years ago. Ken is holding a copy of my latest book: “THE BIG TOMATO: A Comedy Farce from 1957.”
On September 10, two hot rods from Hamilton, Ontario, rumbled into the Sun Parlor Motel in Leamington on their way to the weekend gathering of four thousand street rods from all over North America at the Street Rod Nationals in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Tom Harber was behind the wheel of his flame-painted 1940 Ford pickup, a vehicle that landed on the front cover of a street rod magazine in 2008. Riding with him was Norm Kalney, who owns a chopped 1935 Ford sedan. Murray Robertson was behind the wheel of his 1939 Ford Deluxe coupe, and riding with him was Ken Lindstrom. Tom and I are automotively related but also by occupation. We are both retired high school teachers who took every opportunity to work old cars into our lesson plans. Tom had the edge on me because he taught auto mechanics at Delta Secondary School in Hamilton while I taught history to high school students in Toronto. My Grade 10 Canadian history students learned all about Henry Ford and the Model T, and when I purchased a 1947 Mercury 114 convertible in 1994 and drove it to school, I took my students on a field trip out to the school parking lot to show them my tomato-red Windsor-built ragtop while giving them a history lesson on Ford in Canada. But that was nothing compared to what Tom did, and still does, for the students at Delta SS. Tom several years ago organized a car show in the school parking lot during school hours. The latest was on Friday, May 29, when an incredible 137 vehicles rolled and rumbled into the large parking lot beside the school! Although now retired, Tom still helps with the show every year. His ’40 pickup has a 5-litre Mustang V8 and Mustang II front suspension. His truck now has a Jaguar rear end, giving him complete independent suspension all around. Murray’s ’39 coupe is powered by a fuel-injected 350 Chev V8. At a hot rod meet in the States, one fellow said to Murray: “You can’t put a Chev engine in a Ford!” But that Chev engine looks right at home under Murray’s hood and takes up about the same amount of room as the original 221 cubic inch flathead V8. We hope these Hamilton hot rodders will stop over in Leamington every September from now on. It’s always a treat to see them! 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.”
EDHS senior boys’ volleyball team beat visiting Villanova last week.
by Fred Groves The Essex District High School boys’ volleyball teams are off to a great start in WECSSAA league play. On Tuesday the senior Red Raiders beat Brennan 25-13, 25-19 and 20-25 before. Two days later on their own court they ran their record to 2-0 as they won three straight over Villanova. The juniors came up short two games to one against Brennan, but bounced back against Villanova to make their record 1-1. • Essex’s Glen Mills, who guided the Essex Ravens to the OVFL title this past summer, has been picked to coach Team Ontario in the 2016 International Football Bowl. • Still with football, Red Raiders running back James Morgan ran for a touchdown as EDHS got past L’Essor 9-1 in WECSSAA play. On Friday, Essex plays host to General Amherst in its Homecoming Game. • The junior high school football team had a rough go and was beaten last week 55-6 by Herman. Brent Davison had a 65yard touchdown run for the Red Raiders. • Cody McCann had a touchdown from one yard out to help the AKO Fratmen to a 3812 win over host London Beefeaters on Saturday.
Windsor now sports a 6-0 record. • Rookie blueliner Clay Kranack had an assist for the LaSalle Vipers as they came away with a 6-6 tie against the St. Thomas Stars on Friday night in Junior ‘B’ hockey action. • Essex’s Alex Friesen had a pair of goals and an assist Sunday night to lead the Carleton Place Canadians to a 9-0 win over Gloucester in Junior ‘A’ hockey action. • At the Leamington Raceway on Sunday, Todd Kennedy’s MG Idole was second in the second
race, the Tom Baintrained Wallet Sniffer was third in the third, Gord McDonnell’s Ideal Space took the seventh race, and the Vic McMurren-trained Mack Shark won the 10th race. • Kyle Quinlan is off to a great start as head football coach with Holland College. His Hurricanes beat the University of New Brunswick Fredericton 29-18 on the weekend to run their record to 3-0. • As of press time, it was not known if Essex’s Matt Puempel was going to be with the NHL Ottawa Senators or sent to Binghampton of the AHL. He had one shot, two hits, and 15 minutes in ice time on Thursday as the Sens beat Montreal 5-2. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com
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Red Raiders get by Wildcats 53-32
EDHS Red Raider Lexi Lietsch (right) moves the ball against Villanova.
by Fred Groves Defense wins games, and so does strong perimeter shooting. That was the case Thursday afternoon as the host Essex District High School senior girls’ basketball team beat the Villanova Wildcats 5332 in WECSSAA league play.
The Red Raiders opened up their Tier 1 schedule last Tuesday afternoon as they were defeated 4332 by the host Kingsville Cavaliers, and had a big test on Monday as they hosted St. Anne’s. Look once again for Lucia McElwain to be the leader for the Red Raiders as the third year senior
(Grade 11) led Essex with 21 points against the Wildcats, 17 of those in the second half. McElwain hit for a pair of three-pointers in the fourth quarter. “We didn’t take a lot of outside shots but we are working on it,” EDHS coach Joe Amicarelli said. The Red Raiders have always prided themselves on an aggressive defense, and that is no different this season as they held the Wildcats to just four points in the final quarter. A pleasant surprise to the senior side is Grade 9 student Kim Orton, who had 13 points, including a three-pointer. “She is not afraid to mix it up and she is quite athletic,” Amicareli said. Forward Caileigh Chauvin had a strong game and crashed the board right at the end of the first quarter and banked one high off the glass to put the hosts up 16-11 after eight minutes. The game was close in the first half and Orton’s
bomb from outside that ripped the twine, giving Essex a five-point cushion with 2:45 left before half. Lexi Lietsch proved she can work hard, and with eight seconds left in the game, got a rebound and scored. “We are a really young
team and getting more experience each game. We have seven juniors on the team,” Amicarelli commented. With not enough girls trying out for a junior-aged team, they have joined the seniors. This means the Red Raiders will have
a lot of experience in a couple of years. Essex has already played in a couple of tournaments. The local team hosted its own event and went 2-2 and traveled to Niagara Falls where it was 1-2.
Pee Wee Majors back on the ice
submitted to EFP On Saturday afternoon the Ravens were in Tecumseh to play the Eagles. With a short bench again the boys could not get anything going offensively. Unfortunately, Essex was shut out by, a much improved from last year, Tecumseh squad. On Sunday the Ravens welcomed Amherstburg and it didn’t take long to realize that the coaches had their team ready to go for this one. Tyler Hurtubise opened the scoring for Essex on a great end to end rush. It was a tight affair for the most part but, with no help from the refs, Essex was behind 4-1 when newcomer Brendan Smith went upstairs on a great second effort to make it 4 – 2. There always seemed to be an orange and black jersey getting sent to the box and the boys couldn’t hang with Amherstburg shorthanded and suffered an 8-2 loss. Tournament play is right around the corner and the Essex Ravens coaching staff is sure to have these guys ready!
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73’s add to lead in standings with four points
Tyler Scott fires a shot on net in Friday’s 6-0 win over Dresden.
by Garrett Fodor The 73’s are starting to find their groove offensively and defensively after their lone loss of the season. Essex is sitting atop
of the standings and added to its lead with two shutouts from goalie Trevor Wheaton this past week, along with standout performances from rookie Alixe Saliba, who scored
three goals this week to increase his total to four on the season. On September 29, Essex took on the Blenheim Blades. Right from the get go, Essex was quick to show the visitors it meant business. Essex scored the opening goal 56 seconds in when Phil Janikowski wristed a shot in, beating goalie Eric Stewardson high blocker. This would go on to be the game winning goal, and Janikowski’s third game winning goal of the season. The 73’s would go on to beat Stewardson two more times in the opening frame. The last tally of Tuesday night was scored by rookie Saliba. He beat Stewardson with a rocket of a shot, ringing it off the bar before going in, at the three minute mark of
the second period. The 73’s overall play for the game was conservative, they were content with the four goal lead and looked to make the safe play and set up. On October 2, Essex traveled to Dresden to take on the Kings. In their last meeting, Sept. 22 Essex would win 3-1. And Friday, Essex would win 6-0. Phil Janikowski scored the lone goal in the first period, beating King’s goalie Joel Sowinski, who would leave the game with an injury following the goal. In the second, the 73’s welcomed King’s goalie Jake Wilkens to the game, scoring three goals on him, two of which came off the stick of Saliba. The final goal of the game came with seven minutes remaining in the third period, when 73’s forward Brett Vorshuk scored his first goal on the season. Forward Tyler Turner finished the night
Alixe Saliba handles the puck along the boards in the Tuesday night 4-0 win. He has three goals in his last two games.
with 4 assists. The 73’s and the Kings combined for 81 penalty minutes, with Essex’s power-play unit going 1/13. Wheaton has combined to make 48 saves in his shutout performances last week, giving him three shutouts on the year. Head coach Gil Langlois was pleased with Wheaton and his team following their performances of late.
“Since day one, he (Wheaton) has done everything we have asked,” Langlois said. “He’s been vocal out there and that’s helped the young players and the defense. I feel the two practices we had leading up to our game against Blenheim really helped. I could see the improvements.”
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