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recognized in the coming weeks. “I can’t stress enough, only working smoke alarms save lives. They should be placed outside bedrooms and on every level of a home. Carbon Monoxide detectors should be placed outside all sleeping areas. If anyone has any concerns about their smoke alarm or Carbon Monoxide detector, contact Essex Fire. We would be glad to help.” Pillon was pleased with the turnout at all three open houses. “The fire truck rides are always a hit,” he said. The open house also offered a Continued on Page 2
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by Sylene Argent Local youth had a chance to discover what it is like to be a firefighter last Wednesday evening as Essex Fire & Rescue hosted open houses at all three local stations, in recognition of Fire Prevention Week. At the open houses, youth were able to ask safety questions of firefighters, who were dressed in their full equipment, take a ride in a fire truck, learn to handle a firehouse, and get pictures taken with Sparky the Fire Dog. Although the annual Fire Prevention Week open houses offer youth a myriad of fun activities, the
event offered firefighters a unique opportunity to reach out to teach families about fire prevention and safety, the importance of having working smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide detectors, and to always have an escape plan in place. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme was, “Look. Listen. Learn!” In keeping with this year’s theme, families learned just how important implementing an escape plan can be. Visitors to the stations were taught to “Look” for places a fire could start. “Listen” for the sound of the smoke alarm. And, “Learn” two ways out of every room.
“The open houses went well,” Essex Fire & Rescue’s Assistant Deputy Chief, Jason Pillon, said. One of the main messages of the night was, “Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere.” In addition to all of the fun activities offered to youth at the Fire Prevention Open Houses, Pillon said a bike raffle and colouring contest were also held. The winners of these contests will be
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- Essex Fire & Rescue to take on six new recruits great opportunity for those who may be interested in becoming a firefighter to learn about what the role entails as Essex is currently looking to hire new recruits.
Those interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer firefighter can attend one of two open houses. The first recruitment open house
will take place on Tuesday, October 23, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. The second open house will take place on
Wednesday, October 24, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., inside the Community Room at the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre. Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel said there are currently six openings in Essex Fire & Recuse; four at Station at 2 in Gesto and two at Station 1 in Essex Centre. There could be more positions opening up, as well. There has been a change to the selection process, Arnel explained, which will be explained at the two open houses in October. The selection process will include an aptitude test through the national fire selection testing. A company based out of Mississauga will administer the test. Candidates will either pass or fail. If a pass is achieved, a candidate will then move on in the process to undergo medical and clinical testing in Mississauga to test endurance. If a candidate makes it through that phase, they will make it to the interview process.
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Previously, once a candidate got a pass, they were brought into the fire station to lift hoses, climb ladders, and complete other firefighting-related tasks. “The former testing was not conducive to everyone applying. We want to hire a more-diverse work force,” Arnel said. “I am hoping [this testing process] works and I am hoping we will get more diversity. Our department should be a representation
of the people we serve. We need to be a face of what our community is. I’m very optimistic.” Arnel is hoping to have the new recruits in place by April 1. At that point, they can then start their 12-month firefighter training program. More information about the fire recruitment campaign can be found at www.essex.ca/ FireRecruits.
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candidates how they would strategically handle disruptive behaviour at Council meetings and rebuild the Town’s reputation. “It’s the number one question I get knocking on doors,” Mayoral candidate Katie McGuire-Blais said during her turn at the podium. McGuire-Blais said that better communication between the Mayor, Council members, and the public is the key to dealing with the issue. Mayoral candidate Ron Rogers weighed in with a similar assessment. “My approach would certainly be to encourage discussion, to encourage collaboration, and to encourage that we look at the best processes and the best decisions for our town,” Rogers said, also encouraging more members of the public to attend Council sessions. Some of the candidates looked to take a more handson approach, including Rob Shepley, who said he would
enforce the rules of order for meetings. “There’s a system in place to deal with this,”
Shepley said. “If you can’t follow the rules, you’re out of the meeting.” Mayoral candidate Larry Snively said he would tackle the problem by sitting down with the new Council to ensure members can disagree amicably, but still work together toward a common goal. “A good Council shouldn’t agree on everything, they shouldn’t, there should be a little bit of debate,” Snively said. “To sit there and fight, and yell and scream at each other, I think it’s got to stop.” Moderators with the Essex Centre BIA also invited the two candidates Continued on Page 6
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Well, in a few short days, we are going to hear how the residents of Essex voted. Those votes will determine the make-up of the next term of Council, which will serve for the town, and its constituents, for the next four years. I typically have somewhat of a sixth sense, and have a pretty good guess as to who the front runner (or runners) in any election would be. This election, however, I really have no idea. It truly is anyone’s game. Many running for an elected position may say they are the best person for the job in an attempt to get the majority of the votes. But, it is hard to say who would be best. Everyone brings a certain skill set and will be better at one aspect of the job than another. I think the best way to ensure the right person gets elected is to determine their integrity, but that can be tough to do as campaigning
can be about pandering for some candidates. It can be difficult to tell the difference between good intentions and fast talking. And, often the good-talker could sound the best. I am excited to see who is elected and to watch how the new Term of Council continues as it progresses. The new Term of Council is going to have to make some tough decisions, right off the bat, including whether or not there is a desire to allow for a cannabis retail shop within the municipality, and if so, I imagine the members will have to vote on some bylaws to ensure if any are set up, they are placed in the best areas that would be beneficial to everyone. The biggest thing residents can do is get out and cast those votes to voice your support. If you want change, vote for change. If you like how Council has been progressing,
vote for those who have been on Council already. If you don’t vote, you don’t have much wiggle room to complain if you do not like what the new Term of Council does going forward. I’ve said it before, elections are often like a popularity contest; we may as well crown the prom king and queen on voting day. But, every single registered voter has the opportunity to instead make an informed decision and vote not only for whom they believe has the greatest integrity and strongest vision of the future for this town, but has the follow-through to make the tough decisions after doing their homework.
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Internet Trolls by Jessica Azar The number of online bullies or ‘trolls,’ who take up way too much time and energy, seems to be growing. With all of the craziness in the news, when I read about things online, I always end up asking myself why I clicked on the comment section. What people say on the internet (whether they truly believe it or not) is astounding to me. Either way, I find that, for me, it is too easy to feel upset by it. While online communication has become a valuable tool and a way of life, it has also taken away the human, face-to-face connection. When communicating via online, we have to remember that there is a human on the receiving end of our message. What we voice does affect them, or perhaps many other people as well. Sometimes a comment I have read, will stay with me for days, weeks, or even permanently. Everyday, I work on the Essex Free Press social media pages. At the paper, we pride ourselves at covering good stories in a responsible manner. For the most part, our local community coverage is uplifting, fun, and honest. Our social media pages are full of followers who are usually on the same wavelength as we are, so trolls aren’t something I have always be concerned about. But, every once in a while, I am confronted with an issue. We are human at the Essex Free Press, doing the best job we can, because we care. Our entire staff cares
about this community, about the people in it, and about the integrity of the product we deliver each week. Sometimes, it is easy to forget that the newspaper is a local business, with a staff of local people, trying to make an honest living, just like so many other businesses. Mistakes and oversights can be made, and not because we are not making an effort. They happen because, like I said, we are all human. While we appreciate constructive support and information to help us do a better job, it is those who feel the need to point out mistakes, in not the friendliest way, who I can’t understand. What sort of joy can come from that? What is the motive? Also, more than likely, we know those trolling us. This is a small town, after all. So why bother burning a bridge over a petty gripe and insulting comment? Urban Dictionary’s definition of an Internet Troll is: A person whose sole purpose in life is to seek out people to argue with on the internet over extremely trivial issues. Such arguments can happen on blogs, Facebook, Myspace, and a host of others. I know there are internet ‘trolls’ who live within our community. There are some in every community. I can even understand how it would be difficult to see oneself as an internet ‘troll.’ But one should ask themselves before they post, “Will this leave a positive impact on a situation?” or “Would this hurt someone’s feelings if I expressed this to their face?” or as simple as “What is my point of posting this?” If it’s straight up just to hurt someone, or to stir up drama, just to make yourself feel good temporarily, then I am sad to say, you are probably an internet troll.
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Tecumseh Fire and Rescue Services donate truck to St. Clair College submitted to EFP Before the Regular Meeting of Tecumseh Council on October 9, members of the Tecumseh Fire and Rescue Services participated in a ceremonial handing over of a truck to the St. Clair College Pre-Service Fire Program.
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with all candidates publicly declaring their support for the Town’s spay and neuter voucher program. However, opinions differed regarding the 100 percent reduction of development charges for residential dwellings in Harrow and commercial development outside of the boundaries of the Town’s Community Improvement Plan areas. Moderators asked
whether candidates supported the taxpayerfunded discounts. Shepley strongly supported the reduction of charges, calling for sweeping reductions in fees across the town. Snively, however, said he only supported the reductions in certain areas of the town, which are lagging behind in development. McGuireBlais called for waiving all development fees for commercial development,
but only lowering residential fees, while Rogers called for more “attractive” development costs in Essex. When the same question was posed to candidates for Deputy Mayor, Meloche suggested working with Council to consider wiping out all development charges in the town and Pocock claimed that development fees aren’t the issue-rather, he said, high property taxes are stalling development.
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Humane Society surveys municipal candidates by Adam Gault With Ontario’s municipal elections less than one week away, the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society (WECHS) has released the results of a survey that was sent to candidates, running for any position, in every municipality within the region. This is the second municipal election that the Humane Society has sent out its survey, seeking responses from candidates on a wide-variety of animal welfare issues, such as tethering time limits and the number of animals allowed to be owned by an individual. “Animal lovers are often curious about candidates’ positions on animal welfare issues. Those positions are often not included in campaign materials or candidate debates, which can make it hard for voters to learn where candidates stand,” explained a statement on the WECHS website. “So, for the second municipal election in a row, the Humane Society distributed a survey to all candidates asking for their views on animal issues.” A total of 77 candidates from across WindsorEssex responded to the voluntary survey, with responses from Essex, including Mayoral candidates Ron Rogers and Katie McGuire-Blais, Deputy Mayoral candidate Richard Meloche, Ward 1 candidates Fred Groves and Morley Bowman, and Ward 4 candidate Sherry Bondy. Regarding the issue of dogs being left outdoors tethered, candidates were asked whether they supported municipal bylaws limiting the time animals could be left outside. All answered yes, except for McGuireBlais who chose the response that she needed more
information to answer. In a comment section below, she said she supported bylaws, but not the ones currently in place by the Town of Essex. A following question asked if municipalities should impose limits on the number of animals people can own, of which McGuire-Blais, Rogers, Meloche, Bjorkman, and Bondy agreed the town should have bylaws for the number for pets, cats, and small pets. The topic of pet shops selling dogs and cats has been an issue for a number of municipalities in recent years, with some already outright banning the sale of dogs from pet stores. WECHS survey respondents were asked if municipal bylaws should prohibit the sale of dogs and cats, requiring stores to work with shelters and rescues to rehome adoptable animals. In what was a more divisive question, Rogers, Groves, and Bondy answered that yes, they want the prohibition of dog and cat sales and see stores have to rehome adoptable animals. McGuire-Blais, Meloche, and Bjorkman answered no to the prohibition of dog and cat sales, and Bowman said he needed more information to answer. On the question of allowing residents in urban areas to raise backyard chickens, McGuire-Blais, Groves, and Bondy said yes, Meloche and Bowman said
no, and Rogers and Bjorkman stated that they needed more information to answer the question. For a full list of candidate responses to the WECHS survey, visit windsorhumane.org/municipalsurvey2018
What’s Going On... OCT. 19 & 20 - HARROW ROTARY CLUB FRIGHT NIGHT At the old school house, 195 Bagot St., Colchester. HOURS: Oct. 19: 8-11pm, Oct. 20: 2-5pm (kids) & 8-11pm. OCT. 20 - ESSEX COMMUNITY SERVICES’ 2ND ANNUAL STOUT & ABOUT BEER TOUR FUNDRAISER - For info & to register: 519-776-4231 or email: ecs@essexcs.on.ca. OCT. 20 - CRAFTERS/VENDORS MARKET - at St Paul’s Anglican Church, Essex (92 St. Paul Street) 10am - 2pm. The event is full! Stop by to see what’s on for lunch! OCT. 20 & 21 - ORCHID SHOW & SALE At St. Cyril’s Slovak Centre, 1520 Chandler Rd., Windsor. For info: www.windsororchidsociety.ca. OCT. 28 & 29 - WESTERN SECONDARY PUMPKINFEST At 5791 North Twln., Amherstburg. 10am - 4pm. For info: www.westernsecondarypumpkinfest.com. OCT. 24 - ROAST BEEF DINNER at Bethel Maidstone United Church. Serving from 4:30 - 6:30PM. OCT. 24 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING at Essex Retirees’ Club at 7:30pm. Speaker: Maria Pap.[Flora Gardens] on new plants. Silent auction. OCT. 24 - ROAST BEEF DINNER at Bethel Maidstone United. Serving from 4:30 to 6:30pm. OCT. 25 - ESSEX RETIREES’ HALLOWEEN DINNER PARTY at 6:00 p.m. Call: 519-7766689 for tickets and more info. OCT. 25 - HARROW BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Camoes Portuguese Club, 390 -398 Sinasac St. W., 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Call 1 888 2 DONATE for more information. OCT. 27 - CTMHV MURDER MYSTERY - at 6155 Arner Twln., Essex. Gates at 5pm until 9pm. Event runs - rain of shine. For more info: www.ctmhv.com.
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Top 5 tips to survive flu season (NC) With winter right around the corner, many of us are already anticipating the dreaded cold and flu season. But this time of year doesn’t have to mean a household full of runny noses, sore throats, achy muscles and fevers. Abbey Sharp, a registered dietitian, shares her top tips to combat and survive this year’s flu season. 1. Find ways to minimize stress. Chronic stress wears you down, both emotionally and physically, leaving your body more susceptible to infection and disease. Make an effort to find some activities that help you unwind. Listening to a meditation app, doing yoga, laughing with friends, or even just taking a bath may help clear your mind and lower those harmful stress hormone levels. 2. Exercise daily. You don’t need to be an athlete to reap the benefits of daily exercise. Exercise may help slow down the release of stress hormones, which in turn helps boost immune function over time. In fact, research has found that moderate exercise even helps to prevent the onset of the common cold. Aim to spend at least 30 minutes each day doing something active. 3. Increase zinc levels. Zinc is a mineral that helps your body stay healthy, not only strengthening your immune system but also promoting normal growth and development at all ages. For a delicious way to get your zinc, try Tetley Super Herbal TeaImmune that has lemon, echinacea and zinc. This tasty tea is high in zinc, containing 20 per cent of an adult’s recommended daily intake of zinc per cup. 4. Get enough sleep. When deprived of quality shut-eye, your body experiences an increase in stress hormones, which starts
to wear down your ability to fight off disease and infection. Skip the caffeine after noon, shut off all electronics before bed, keep your room as dark as possible, and create a relaxing pre-bed routine to help you get seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
5. Keep good hygiene habits. Unless you plan to barricade yourself this winter, it’s impossible to steer completely clear of germs. Your best defence is to wash your hands thoroughly and often using soap and hot water, scrubbing
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by Sylene Argent The Essex Centre BIA invited Essex MP Tracey Ramsey to be the special guest speaker at an informational event about trade on the evening of Tuesday, October 9. The event took place at the Essex Centre Sports Complex, inside the Shaheen Community Room. With a lot of trade talk at the highest level of government lately, the Essex Centre BIA
Board wanted to touchbase with Ramsey to hear the latest news and determine how changes, or possible changes, could affect small businesses and, further, downtown areas, either directly or indirectly. Recently, Ramsey said, a deal was secured regarding trade. It is no longer called NAFTA, but the USMCA (the United States-MexicoCanada Agreement). She said it is difficult
to find the gains in the agreement for Canada. Ottawa, she said, was able to secure an exemption from the 25 percent auto tariff. In exchange for that, a quota was put on the amount the vehicles could be sold into the US. In 1999, the best sale year, Canada sold 2.2 million to the US, the cap is set at 2.6 million. She hopes that will still attract investment and not be subject to that 25
percent auto tariff. The tool and die industry is suffering. She said the region just went through the summer of uncertainty. After the 2008 recession, the industry diversified, and is now getting slammed with tariffs. According to Ramsey, the NPD was pretty hard on the Liberals for not getting rid of the steel and aluminum tariffs before leaving the bargaining table.
Canada is challenging the tariffs through the World Trade Organization, she said. The problem is, she added, is that the process will be slow. The full text of this agreement will not be available until December 1. She said many are analyzing the text in the agreement. Another issue is with the dairy industry. “I really feel heartbroken for dairy families because every single trade agreement, we are giving up. So, the comprehensive agreement with the European Union, we gave up. The TPP, which is going through right now, we gave up,” she said, adding, this sector is being sacrificed in this agreement as well. When you open up a percent of the market, you are not protecting it. It is death by 1000 cuts, she said. Ramsey also spoke
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about her concerns with intellectual property provision in association with the USMCA agreement. This extends patens on drugs that are considered biologics, which she said are expensive and affective. She also spoke of the de minimis threshold, which could affect small businesses directly. This deals with duty fees when purchasing online from the US. She said in Canada, if an individual is ordering off a US website, $20 was the minimum purchase for duty free. Everything after that would be subject to a duty. That has been increased to $150. “So, it not a massive increase, but it will affect our retail sector,” she said. One positive of the agreement, Ramsey said, is that there is a side-letter that provides for no bulk exports of water.
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Essex’s Brian Weaver elected Vice President of RCL Dominion His dad, who had served in the Air Force, asked him why. Weaver remembers answering he wanted to work with the organization. “It has been uphill since,” he said. Over the years, he served on the Essex Legion’s Executive,
Photo submitted by Carolyn McCaul, Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command Provincial Public Relations Chairman. Brian Weaver of Essex is pictured at the recent Dominion Convention, where he was installed as Dominion Vice President.
by Sylene Argent When talking to Essex native, Brian Weaver, it is quickly noticeable just how much passion he has for serving veterans and the Royal Canadian Legion (RCL). That passion will serve him well as one of three Royal Canadian Legion Dominion Vice Presidents, who will serve all of Canada on an Executive Board with a First Vice President, a Current President, and a Grand President. “I am more than excited to fill the role,” he said, adding he is grateful for all the support. Weaver, who moved to Cobourg six years ago to serve on the Ontario Command, was one of the three candidates who were elected to the Vice President positions out of five candidates through a first-past-thepole election held during the 2018 Dominion Convention.This took
place in late August in Winnipeg. He noted 928 accredited delegates voted at the convention, in addition to the 2077, who voted through proxy. “It took over three hours to count the ballots,” Weaver said of the election officials. “It was rather scary. I was waiting on pins and needles.” As the RCL Dominion Vice President, Weaver is a member of the Canvet Board of Directors, which creates the Legion Magazine. In his role as Dominion Vice President, Weaver is also Chairperson of Dominion Sports. Through this position, he will oversee the national Youth Track and Field championships and Dominion Darts, Eight Ball, and Cribbage championships. Over the next two years as Vice President of Dominion Command, Weaver would like to
expand entries into Dominion sporting championships. Previous to earning this position, Weaver was the President of Ontario Command. He is now the Immediate Past Provincial President until May, when a new election will be held. He also will continue on in his role as Provincial Property Chairman for the Ontario Command until this spring. The Dominion Convention is hosted every two years. In 2020, it will be in Saskatoon, and Weaver hopes to move up the ranks at that time to take on the First Vice President position. “The Legion is in my blood,” Weaver said. In 1973, Weaver told his dad, Ted, who was a member of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion and an active Mason, he wanted to get involved with the Essex Legion.
including as President. He later moved on to serve as Zone Commander and District Commander. He first Served the Ontario Command as Vice President in 2009, then further served as First Vice President, then President.
He received the Life Membership Award in 1995 and the Meritorious Service Medal in 2014 for his service to the Legion. Weaver continues to serve the Legion after all these years, because he wants to see veterans get
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Notice to Residents of the Town of Essex 2018 Municipal Election ELECTION DAY Monday, October 22, 2018 Please take notice that a Municipal Election will be held on Monday, October 22, 2018 between the hours of 10:00AM and 8:00PM at the following locations: Ward 1
Essex Centre Sports Complex (Shaheen Room), 60 Fairview Avenue West, Essex
Ward 2
McGregor Community Centre, 9571 Walker Road, McGregor
Ward 3
Harrow Agricultural Building, 134 McAffee Street, Harrow
Ward 4
Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre, 243 McAffee Street, Harrow
Accessible Voting Equipment Accessible voting equipment will be available at the Essex Centre Sports Complex to permit the independent casting of ballots by individuals with accessibility needs and those who cannot mark a paper ballot with a ballot marking pen. Voters with accessibility needs should present their Voter Notification Card at the Essex Centre Sports Complex location. For more information, please contact the Clerk’s Department at 519-776-7336. Voter Notification Cards If your name is on the Voters’ List, you should have received a Voter Notification Card in the mail. Your card advises you of the location where you vote. Please bring this card with you to the assigned voting location. It will help Election Officials to identify you as an elector and it will speed up the voting process. Application to Amend the Voters’ List If the information contained on your Voter Notification Card is incorrect, or if you think your name does not appear on the Voters’ List, you will need to complete an Application to Amend the Voters’ List. Please bring proof of Canadian citizenship (birth certificate, passport or citizenship card) along with personal identification showing place of residence (such as your driver’s licence, health card or motor vehicle permit) to one of the following locations on or before October 19, 2018 during the office hours posted below: • Essex Municipal Office, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex (8:30AM to 4:30PM) • Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre, 243 McAffee Street, Harrow (9:00AM to 4:00PM) You can also apply to be added to the Voters’ List on Election Day. Proxy Vote If you are unable to vote on Election Day, you can appoint a proxy voter. Proxies must be on a prescribed form and certified by the Office of the Clerk on or before October 19, 2018. Please note, proxies will NOT be certified on Election Day. Proxy forms are available by contacting the Clerk’s Office during regular business hours at 519-7767336. Robert Auger Clerk and Returning Officer Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8
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Costume-clad kids, bags of candy and jack-o’-lanterns are some indelible images associated with Halloween. Those images may forever be linked to this beloved, funfilled holiday, which boasts a rich history that varies depending on where in the world you might be. Celebrations around the world may not mirror those in the United States, where trick-or-treating youngsters travel from house to house in search of candy. But true Halloween enthusiasts may be interested to learn the history of the holiday and how it has changed over the centuries.
El Dia de los Muertos In parts of Mexico and Latin America, El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) is celebrated each year in early November. The day is designed to honor the dead, who Day of the Dead celebrants believe return to their earthly homes each Halloween. Families may burn candles and incense in an effort to help their deceased relatives and ancestors find their way home. Guy Fawkes Day For many years, England had reason to celebrate around October 31, but those
celebrations did not mirror the Halloween festivities familiar to those across the pond. While recent years have witnessed more and more Brits adopting the Americanized celebration of Halloween, for many the true holiday this time of year will always be Guy Fawkes Day. Celebrated on November 5, Guy Fawkes Day is a commemoration of the foiled Gunpowder Plot. Smithsonian notes that this was a failed attempt by disgruntled Catholics to blow up the British Parliament building while King James I was inside. Fireworks, parades, and bonfires marked Guy Fawkes Day celebrations, which in recent years have gradually begun to transform into something that more closely resembles American Halloween. Samhain History.com notes that Halloween can trace its origins to Ireland. But those origins did not involve giggling youngsters carrying plastic pumpkins around in
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search of candy. Halloween’s origins can be traced to the Celtic festival of Samhain. Samhain was considered the Celtic New Year and was sacred to the ancient Irish. The festival was celebrated as the days became shorter, and offerings were left for the dead, who celebrants believed could cross over into the land of the living at this time. However, they also believed demonic spirits could follow such a path during Samhain, giving the festival the taste of the macabre that many still enjoy imparting on their Halloween celebrations today. Halloween has a rich and interesting history that gals and ghouls from all walks of life might find interesting.
Essex’s Brian Weaver elected Vice President of RCL Dominion... Continued from Page 11 the fair-share they deserve. One of the biggest aims is to improve PTSD and service dog help for veterans, he said. Another aim of the Legion is to increase its membership. There are currently around 275,000 members Canada-wide, and he would like to see that climb to 300,000. Members do not have to get heavily involved with their
branches. That will be a goal he would like to see reached for the Legion’s Centennial anniversary in 1925. “I am of the mindset, help us help a veteran,” he said of getting new members. “If you enjoy your freedom and what you have in Canada, it didn’t come by chance. Thank a veteran.”
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Kingsville Migration Festival is this weekend The Kingsville Migration Festival begins Thursday, October 18, 2018 and ends October 21, 2018. There is something for all ages to enjoy at this annual celebration of migration, heritage, conservation, and Jack Miner.
Jack Miner was born in Westlake, Ohio on April 10, 1865. Miner later settled in the former Township of Gosfield South, now the Town of Kingsville. Miner was a hunter and valued conservation of the natural environment and wildlife. Through his
efforts in the conservation movement, the waterfowl refuge management system in Canada began. The Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary started in 1904 and continues its work to this day. In 1909, Jack Miner began banding ducks, followed by Canada Geese in
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1915, each with a Bible verse. The bands allow the sanctuary to gather details about migrating birds each season. Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Jack Miner’s home, and a museum dedicated to his work, as well as five kilometres of trails are open to the public free of charge. The opening ceremonies for the Migration Festival will be at Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 6pm. The festival parade takes place on Saturday, October 20, starting at 10:30am. The parade route begins at Main
Street and Spruce Street and travels south on Division Street to Erie Street. The Wild and Wonderful Nature Photography competition and sale takes place at the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, from 11 am until 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday, October 20 and 21. Enjoy local vendors at the Marketplace at the Kingsville Arena on
Saturday, October 20 from 11 am to 4 pm and again on Sunday, October 21, 2018 from 11 am to 3:30 pm. There are many family friendly and children’s activities scheduled during the festival, at Lakeside Park on Saturday, October 20. A full schedule of events, from 12-4 pm, can be found on the Town of Kingsville website at www.kingsville.ca, under festivals and events.
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Ward 1 and 2 candidates weigh in at EC BIA Meet the Candidates Night by Kyle Reid While the informational questionand-answer period for Mayoral and Deputy Mayoral candidates may have been the main event at the Essex Centre BIA’s Meet the Candidates night last Thursday, Ward 1 and 2 council candidates were also invited to introduce themselves, outline platforms, and answer questions. From inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex, Ward 1 candidates Joe Garon, Tom Holland, incumbent Randy Voakes, Morley Bowman, and Fred Groves joined Ward 2 candidates Kim Verbeek and Terry Brockman to
outline how they would handle the potential repealing of the Green Energy Act, if they would support funding for the Essex Youth Centre, modify animal tethering bylaws, and how they would attract new business to Essex if elected. When asked what his stance would be if the Green Energy Act was repealed, and a new green energy project was subsequently proposed for Essex, Voakes decried the lack of impact the Act has had on his hydro bill. “There’s no impact in terms of what’s coming back to me as it relates to green energy,” Voakes said. “It’s imperative that municipal governments
of the day…unite collectively and we approach and challenge our government to put a little bit of money back
into my pocket.” Garon agreed with Voakes that the Act has had little effect on his hydro bill, but said he needed to further educate himself on the issue. Bowman said that while he hopes the Act isn’t repealed, if the responsibility for planning green energy
projects would be passed along to local municipalities, he would consider the projects on a case-by-case basis. “I don’t think there’s a blanket idea that you can say this is the way we’re going to go, it has to be on an individual basis,” Bowman said. Holland agreed with
Bowman, commenting that he hopes the responsibility for planning green energy projects stays in the hands of the provincial government. Groves, however, disagreed, saying he would like to see the responsibility in the
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hands of local municipal councils. “Hands up everybody who likes the turbines,” Groves said, surveying the room during his time on the podium. “15 percent, maybe, right there. I believe that solar power and wind power should be something that should be controlled by each and every municipality-if you don’t want it, you should be able to say, ‘no.’”
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Weighing in from Ward 2, Verbeek commented she would defer to expert opinion on any energy projects proposed, but would first like to look at the local regional landfill. “If we, in this municipality, are going to talk about any green energy projects, I think we need to look at the regional landfill that we host,” Verbeek said,
noting she considers the methane emitted from the rotting garbage as an effective source of clean energy, if properly harnessed. Following Verbeek on the podium, Brockman addressed the question by agreeing with Groves’s assessment, questioning the value of wind turbines. “Absolutely, the Town of Essex should look after their own [projects],”
Brockman said. When questioned as to whether they would support funding for the Essex Youth Centre, candidates
found themselves all on common ground, one-byone taking to the podium, declaring that they would work to find funding for a town youth centre if
elected. All candidates also supported continued funding of the Community Improvement Plan for
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Essex Launches Firefighter Recruitment Campaign submitted to EFP The Town of Essex officially launched its 2018 Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Campaign during Fire Prevention Week. “With Fire Prevention top of mind this time of year, we thought there would be no better time to let people know we’re hiring,” said Essex Fire and Rescue Chief Rick Arnel. “While we are fortunate to have dedicated teams of volunteer firefighters
at all three stations, we’re looking to fill a few open positions.” The campaign aims to educate and engage potential firefighters with all they need to know about the work. “Becoming a volunteer firefighter is a great chance to serve and help protect your community. It’s also an opportunity to get advanced training, learn new skills and work with high tech equipment,” Arnel added.
The campaign will include printed posters, social media, and video promotions throughout the Town of Essex and its social media accounts. “This campaign will be all about telling the story of what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter with Essex Fire and Rescue,” said Manager, Communications, Alex Denonville. “Our posters and social media campaigns feature our firefighters and residents
will be able to hear directly from them on what it’s like to serve their community.” Those interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer firefighter can visit www. essex.ca/FireRecruits, which includes resources on the training process and an online application
form. Essex Fire and Rescue will also host two Firefighter Recruitment Open Houses for those interested in learning more. One will be on Tuesday, October 23, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm, at the Essex Centre Sports Complex (Shaheen
Room), located at 60 Fairview Avenue W., in Essex Centre. The second open house will be held on Wednesday, October 24, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Community Room at the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre, located at 243 McAffee Street, Harrow Centre.
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Harrow and Essex Centres. Similarly, candidates agreed that they would opt-in to allowing retail cannabis outlets in Essex. Groves, Verbeek, and Voakes all noted they would like to see more public input before a new Council makes any decisions on the matter, however. Ward 3 and 4 candidates were also on hand to provide their background and outline their platforms. Candidates from Ward 3 included Chris Vander Doelen and Steve Bjorkman, who currently serves as a Ward 1 rep on Essex Council. Incumbent Sherry Bondy is again running for Ward 4. Vander Doelen highlighted his credentials as a former reporter and
columnist for the Windsor Star, where he spent a large part of his career covering politics. Vander Doelen said one of his prerogatives, if elected, would be to bring reliable, high-speed internet to Essex. Joining Vander Doelen in the Ward 3 race, Bjorkman said he would continue advocating for a hotel and industrial development on Highway 3, if elected. Bondy said she would like to continue working as a team with other Councillors and members of the public-something she said she has taken pride in during her time on Council. Rodney Hammond from Ward 3 and Mark Williams from Ward 2 were unable to make the event, and Paul Innes from Ward 4 sent his regrets.
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by Sylene Argent On Saturday, around 85 participants and 15 volunteers showed support to the annual Essex Baby Steps-A Walk to Remember event, which raised awareness about pregnancy and infant loss. Participants either walked 2KMs or 5KMs to show support and raise awareness for the cause. Patti Harrison, the Essex Baby Steps-A Walk to Remember President, said the walk-a-thon, which began from the Essex Centre Sports Complex, was held during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and nearing October 15, which is recognized as the official awareness day in Canada and the US, amongst other countries. Harrison said in 1988, then US President Ronald Reagan began the awareness month, noting there were labels for individuals who had lost a spouse or for children who lost their parents. There is not, however, a label for parents who have lost a child. She also noted that one in four pregnancies do not survive. Funds collected during the 2018 Essex Baby Steps-A Walk to Remember will be used to help open the Baby Steps Pregnancy and Infant Loss Outreach Centre in Windsor. It is hoped the centre will provide group and one-on-one therapy, in addition to recreational and relaxation classes. It is hoped the centre will be open by next spring. Those who would like to donate to the outreach centre can do so by logging onto the walk’s website, essexbabystepswalktoremember.com to get contact information. A new website for the outreach centre will eventually be made. A portion of the walk’s proceeds will also be forwarded to provide a bit of financial support to Baby’s Breath Canada, a national foundation focused Continued on Page 20
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on supporting families and encouraging research aimed at reducing all sudden and unexpected infant deaths, including stillbirths. Lori Hickey of Windsor is the Vice Chairperson of Baby’s Breath Canada. She was a special guest speaker at Saturday’s walk. In 2003, she lost her son Kale to SIDS when he was just three months old. She got involved with the organization quickly, and now helps others going through similar experiences. “I find it healing, talking about him. I also feel like I am honouring him,” she said. For more information
about Baby’s Breath Canada, log onto www. babysbreathcanada.ca BJ, Harrison’s husband, said they began the Essex Baby Steps Walk in 2017 after their own experiences with pregnancy loss; the couple noticed there was not a whole lot of
support for those who experienced infant and pregnancy loss, and they wanted to change that. To carry on the remembrance, a Wave of Light candlelight vigil was held on October 15 at Holy Name of Jesus Church’s Prayer Garden.
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Photo submitted: From left to right, Jordan Kniaziew, Colleen Gourdreau, Jackie Pearson, Mariete Grilo, Flora Sabatina, Ines Resendes, and Dr. Richard Kniaziew.
by Sylene Argent On Saturday, Kniaziew Optometry hosted a community barbeque in celebration of its new facility grand opening, which is now located inside the Essex Guardian Pharmacy building, at 169 Talbot Street South. Community members were welcomed to enjoy a free hot dog and gift bag, get a tour of the new office, and meet the clinic’s staff. Dr. Richard Kniaziew has been an
optometrist in Essex Centre for around 40 years. The new Essex facility is his fourth location in town. He also owns clinics in Leamington, Tecumseh, and Chatham. “I love the new space,” he said, adding the facility is the same size as his former location, but it is now located in a medical hub with good accessibility. Over the past four decades, Kniaziew has watched the community grow. He said he is noticing there are many younger families coming to the area.
Dr. Richard Kniaziew (left) barbeques hot dogs during his optometry facility’s grandopening on Saturday.
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ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY 9TH ORCHID SHOW & SALE - Nov. 3 & 4, 2018. Sat. 11am-5pm & Sun. 10am-4pm, at Colasanti’s, Kingsville. Admission: FREE. www. essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com. 40-2* _____________________ KITTENAIDE ADOPTION DAY Sunday, October 21, from 12noon - 3pm at Petzown, 1715 Manning Rd. All kittens $35.00. 519-324-2729. 40-1 _____________________
FARMING _____________________ WANTED Farm Land to Rent Cash or Share Crop Call Jeff Siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or (home) 519-776-9501. 1-tf
_____________________ Buying or selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tt _____________________
SERVICES _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Fall Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362. 13-tfn _____________________
DEB’S PET SITTING SERVICES Providing in-your-home-care for your furry family. Email: Lmiller@cogeco.ca or text: 519-984-3462. L’cd & Ins’d. 40-2t*
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Saturday, October 20 at 10:00 am for Margaret Bea e at 1931 Mersea Rd 10, Leamington, east of Hwy 77. Oldsmobile: 1955 Oldsmobile Super 88; Plus: quan ty farm primi ves, household; etc. This will be a short sale. Terms cash, debit, Visa, MC (3% premium with Visa, MC) Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com
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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$14.00. To apply please email danny@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15
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PERSONAL _____________________ PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.” (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. D.D. 42-1t*
Distracted driving enforcement continues in Essex County submitted to EFP On October 1314, 2018, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit (TMU) continued with their distracted driving enforcement campaign as part of Operation “STATS.” OPP members were present in Leamington in the area of Erie Street and Oak Street utilizing a plain clothes officer as a “spotter” and several intercepting patrol officers processing violators. A total of 26 cell phone violations were handed out in the town over two days. Since the campaign began, on September 17, of this year, members of the Essex County OPP have processed over 270 distracted driving violations.
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Tractors, ATV, Workshop, Good An que Furniture Saturday, October 27 at 10:00 am For Mike & Cathy Campeau at 9870 Conc Rd 9, Essex, west off Arner Townline. Tractors: Int 706 gas, narrow front end, fenders, 3 ph; MF 135 gas; Ford 8N gas; all tractors in good running order; new grill for 135 will sell separate; ATV & 4 Wheeler: 2002 Arc c Cat 375 automa c 4x4, 840 mi.; Suzuki 2 wheel drive 4 wheeler; Log Spli er: Spee Co 28 Ton wood spli er w/10.5 HP motor, works ver cal or horizontal; Workshop Equip, etc: Power Built portable air compressor; Toolex 14” band saw; Beaver 8” table saw; Par-A-Mount combina on table saw; drill press; lathe & sander; 10” radial arm saw; electric 2 ½” hammer drill; dry wall drill; grinders; table drill press; bits; drills; pipe cu ers; hand tools; routers; car ramps; chain saw; shop vac; chains; tool boxes; pumps; & numerous small misc. items; Older Lawnmowers some running, Trailers, Small Machinery, Snowblower; 3 ph Disc: Cub Cadet, JD 160, JD 110, Uniwall 1038 Snapper, Ford 120 mowers, some running; Cra sman used as yard puller; small trailers; small scraper blades; small older equip; cement mixer; Meteor 3 ph 5’ snowblower; 1 & 2 furrow plows; 3 ph 20 blade disc; roto ller; etc; Farm Primi ves, etc: hand pump; wooden planes; hand corn planters; steel wheels; lanterns; baskets; scales; old Johnson boat motor; kids bikes & wagon; steel wheel hand cart; grain cradle; old trunk; horse harness; barrels; pulleys; etc; Two Wood Stoves & BBQs: Fisher wood stove; Clare Jewell wood cook stove; 4 yr old s.s. BBQ; electric BBQ; Logs & Plank: 4 oak logs; lg hardwood planks; Good An que Furniture, Household: an que wall phone; quarter cut oak sideboard w/mirror; china cabinet/sideboard w/mirror; flat front china cabinet; walnut carved db bed head, foot boards & rails; library table; very nice window table & other small tables; single pedestal drop leaf table; chest of drawers; elm dresser; commode w/oval mirror; commode chair from Baby house; chairs, rockers & other furniture; crocks; bu er churn crock; copper ke le; mantle & cuckoo clocks; wall mirror; an que floor radio; set Christmas dishes for 16; numerous small collec bles; upright freezer; fridge; old dryer; etc; Swords: two swords used in Taekwondo; BB Gun: Crossman BB gun in box; Lawn Swings: two lawn swings. Terms cash, debit, personalized cheque day of sale. Visa, MC with 3% premium. Lunch available. Proprietors: Mike & Cathy Campeau, 519-776-6299 Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com
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Notice of Public Meeting to Consider an Amendment to Zoning By-Law 1037
Location Change Please be advised, the location of the Statutory Meeting of Town of Essex Council, scheduled for Monday, October 29, 2018 has been changed to the Shaheen Community Room located at 60 Fairview Avenue West, Essex Centre. The meeting begins at 5:00pm with doors opening at 4:30 pm. The meeting is to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. Amendments to Zoning By-law 1037 will be considered for lands comprising Blocks 1 to 18, Registered plan 12M-545, south of Maidstone Avenue West, east of Highway 3 and South Talbot Road. You are invited to attend this meeting and to express any interest you may have in the requested Zoning Amendment. This matter will be brought forward to the incoming Council for a formal decision at a future meeting. Additional information relating to this matter Zoning By-Law Amendment is available for review at the Essex Municipal Office during regular office hours. Dated at the Town of Essex on October 11, 2018 Jeff Watson, Policy Planner 33 Talbot Street South Essex, ON Tel: 519-776-7336 ext. 1116 Email: jwatson@essex.ca
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Happy 70th Anniversary Leo & Helen Drouillard
TOBY BROWN!
Leo & Helen Drouillard were married on October 23, 1948 at St. Clements Church in McGregor, Ontario. They have 4 children, 9 grandchildren & 12 great grandchildren.
Love always, Mom, Dad and Kory Anne XO
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KATHY (HUDAK) WINTER 9th Anniversary October 24, 2018
Since you left, life has never been the same!
Love your mom Leah Hudak, children Riley, Katana, Jonah Winter, your sisters, brother and Gignac, Hudak and Winter families. A mass will be held Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. Holy Name Church, Essex
Memorial verses available
Voice Of Inspiration “When you are joyful, when you say yes to life and have fun and project positivity all around you, you become a sun in the center of every constellation, and people want to be near you.” ~ Shannon L. Alder
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LEVY, Ross: 70 years, passed away on October 10, 2018. Beloved husband of Sandra (nee Rice). Loving father of Perry Hamilton (Bonnie), Jeff Hamilton (Tracey), Barbara Milne (Daniel) and Daniel Levy. Cherished Grandfather of Alex Hamilton (Corinne), Jocelyn Battersby (Robert), Matthew, Lucas, Patrick and Emma. Great Grandfather of Evelyn. Dear brother of Mary Ann Robinson (Jim), Jean Low (Rob) and David Levy (Kelly). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ross was an Associate Member of the R.C.L Essex Branch 201 for the past 26 years, Past President of the Cottam Rotary and member for the last 47 years, a former Director of the Harrow Fair Board, and Retired from General Chemical. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519-776-4233). A Legion Service was held and the Funeral Service took place from the Funeral Home on Monday, October 15, 2018, with Rev. Kim Gilliland officiated. Interment at Cottam United Church Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Charity of Choice in lieu of flowers. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at: www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett
Join us for Family Worship at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Major Sam Roberts leads the service, which is followed by a brief social time of refreshments and fellowship. SA Connections is a great, free community program held Tuesdays from 10 -1 p.m. We invite men and women of all ages to participate in programs. On Saturday, Oct. 27th, from 11- 1p.m., we are holding an Autumn Luncheon and Bake Sale. Our monthly movie nights resume Sun., Oct.27th.
Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Gerrie continued on with the theme of thankfulness and how important worship is in overcoming the obstacles that oppress us. Our Healing Rooms at ACM are open on Saturdays from 9am-12pm. Evangelism Outreach is on Tuesday, October 23rd at 10:30am. Please see Ginger Bogdon for more details. Kingdom Advance Conference is from October 25th-27th. Sunday pre-service prayer is at 8:30am. For more information, visit: antiochcanada.ca. Be blessed.
Our Indoor Yard Sale is on Saturday, October 27. Starting at 9am. Donations of gently used items would be greatly appreciated and can be brought in the week prior to the sale or contact Jean Vetor at 519-728-3022 to arrange drop off of your donations or for more information. The Church Bazaar is on Saturday, Nov. 3 from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Luncheon from 11am to 1pm. Coffee and Conversation is on Thursday at 10am. This Thursday after coffee hour, we will make pies for our bazaar.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church
The Essex Area Food Bank’s user numbers are up and they are in desperate need of many items. The following are items that they are in particular need of: pastas and pasta sauces, crackers, canned vegetables, canned soup, cereal/oatmeal, jello, canned brown beans, school snacks, etc. The monthly Communion Service at Iler Lodge will take place on Thurs Oct 18th at 10:30am Our next market will take place on Saturday, Oct. 20th from 10am - 2pm. Legacy of Heroes Event: Sunday, October 28, 1:30 pm at St. Paul’s - This year, we honour personal support workers, staff and volunteers at local seniors’ homes, giving thanks for the ways their efforts have made a difference in the lives of so many seniors! Please visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@ stpaulstrinity.org.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10am for worship, coffee hour to follow! Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible. There will be a Session Meeting on Sunday, October 21st following the service. Our Annual Fall Roast Beef Dinner is on Wednesday, October 24th with dinner being served between 4:30pm and 6:30pm. Tickets available at the door. All welcome! Please help us support the children at Callebasse Christian School in Haiti by joining us on Monday, November 5th at A1 Chinese Restaurant in Essex. All proceeds support our Mission Project. (4:30-8pm cash only) Preschool Play Time has started and will continue every
Thursday from 9:30am - 12noon. Caregivers & kids 0-4 are invited to drop in. The UCW Christmas Bazaar is on Saturday, November 17th. More details coming soon! We are looking for the following: Christmas fabric, wire edged ribbon, wood picture frames, small Christmas balls/baubles and red and green buttons. After October 24th, bring in your gently used Christmas items. After November 11th, we are accepting donations. Please see Georgeann for more details. Please pick a Sunday, and sign the Door Greeters’ list on the table in the foyer. We have several open Sundays coming up. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please see Rev. Catherine, add a name to the list in the foyer. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284.
Essex United Church
Join us Sunday morning at 10:30 am for our worship service. Our Annual Anniversary Dinner is Saturday, October 20 . We are celebrating our 144th anniversary! Tickets are available in the church office. Anniversary Sunday Service - October 21st. Rev. Susan Harrison, Preaching Spiritual Care Given at Hospice.
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Woodslee United Church
Essex Community Services is holding its 10TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF! Come and join us for supper on Thursday, October 25, from 4pm-7pm at the Essex Arena Community Room. All-you-can-eat chili will be served, along with a bread and a dessert table. Come on out to support our agency’s programs and services! Call for information on how to enter a chili or for more information: 519-776-4231.
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Maidstone Cross
Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. We will have a celebration for our church family members who are 80+ years. Brian Stocks will lead the service. George Sutherland and Jean Matalik will greet you at the door. There will be a potluck lunch as part of the celebration. Please bring your favourite dish to share with us. Please say a special prayer for our friends on our Prayer List. Our Pastoral Charge Supervisor is Rev. Colin Swan. You can contact him at 519-687-2167 or the office at 519-975-2252. Our office email is woodsleepc@gosfieldtel.com.
collecting canned goods for the Essex Area Food Bank. Our very own Christine Hayes is being honoured as Essex’ Citizen of the Year on October 27th at the Essex Legion. Advance tickets available from the Legion, Essex Railway Station, and Holy Name of Jesus Parish office. The Essex CWL is having its Annual Turkey Dinner & Bazaar on Sunday, October 28th from Noon to 5p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Parish Hall. Dinner tickets at the door with take out available. Please keep in your prayers all the people who are sick, shutin, and in Hospice.
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Thank you to everyone who volunteered, donated, and supported the K of C annual New Coats for Kids Pasta Dinner. It was a huge success! All proceeds go towards new winter coats for children in our community. Thank you to everyone who came out to the grand opening of the new Sandwich South Cultural & Resource Centre in Oldcastle. It will be open every Saturday from 9a.m.- Noon, or upon request. During the month of October, St. Mary’s Mission Group is
Final Installment of Property Taxes If you own property in the Town of Essex you should have received your final tax bill for 2018 in early July.
492 County Rd. 8., Essex (former Sun Parlour Junior School) • Tel. 519-776-7772
The final installment is due October 31, 2018.
Early Education & Child Care re Enriched inclusive program For children 3 months to 6 years rs Info: 519-776-7772 Open 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m.
Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve you from payment of taxes or penalties. Penalties are assessed on the first day of every month at 1.25% and each month thereafter until paid. It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure the Town has the correct mailing address.
72 Brien Ave., East Essex, ON N8M 2N8 Jr. & Sr. K. 3.8 yrs. to 6 yrs. School age to 12 yrs. Before & After School Open P.D. Days, Christmas, March Break & All Summer Info. 519-776-5044 Open 6:00a.m. to 6:00p.m.
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If you did not receive a final tax notice please call 519-776-7336 extension 3050 or visit Town Hall at 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON. Changes to credit card payments for property As of June 30, 2018, Town Hall will no longer accept property tax payments via credit card over the phone. There will also be a $1,000 limit on in-person transactions. Tax Registration The Municipal Act, 2001 allows a municipality to begin the tax registration process on a property on January 1, if there is a balance in the second year following the year that the property taxes are due. The Town of Essex adheres to this timeline for tax registration. The Town offers several methods to pay property taxes: · Online and telephone banking · Drop boxes located at 44 King Street East, Harrow (in front of the Harrow Police Station) and 33 Talbot Street South, Essex; and · In person at Town Hall, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex Please note, in the event of a postal strike, payments must still be made on time. For more information on the tax registration process and taxes in general please visit:
essex.ca/taxes
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Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer
Continued from Page 25 Come and celebrate 144 years.
Essex Christian Reformed Church We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00 am with Mr. Randy VanStempvoort. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. GEMS and Cadets meet on Monday evenings from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. This is a great club for girls and boys, from Grade 1 - 8, where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend. Visit us online for service times and directions, or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
Trinity Church We remember in our prayers Dorrie Michael, Jane, Percy, Dan, Christina, and Sandy. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Albert Quirk, given by Ian & Pam Quirk and family. Remember to come out and join us on Sunday, October 21 at 7:00PM., for our Campfire Evensong. We will gather around a campfire for music, stories, prayer, and fellowship. All are welcome! Join us on facebook or visit our website: www.stpaulstrinity.org, but most of all, come out and worship with us on Sundays at 9:15 AM., in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!
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Our annual Turkey Dinner & Bazaar is on Sunday, October 28, from Noon - 5:00pm. St. Clement’s Church Euchre Tournament is on Friday, October 26, at 7pm at the K of C in McGregor. First Reconcilliarion & First Communion mandatory parent meeting is on Monday, October 22, at 7pm in the Parish Hall. Thank you to all who supported the K of C Fish Fry to benefit the Mission Club. Please continue to save your Foodland receipts to help the missions. COR XXXI is November 9-11. It is open to all students, from grades 10-12. The Essex Legion is holding a silent vigil prior to November 11 Cenotaph ceremonies to honour all veterans. For more information, call the Legion at 519-776-8247. God bless you all and have a great week! Woodslee Friendship Club On Wednesday, October 10th the Pepper player winners were: Audrey Stanley, Theresa Rivait, Charlie Chevalier, Joannne McMurren, Gloria Seguin, Joanne Mailloux, and Veronica Granger. Friday night euchre winners were: Mike Renaud, Rosaire Girard, Joanne McMurren, Charlie Chevalier, and Wayne Rawson. For club information, call Claire at 519-723-4694. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Tom Dewhurst had top score at Saturday afternoon Euchre. Judy Kelly took second and Anna Dobson was low score. Janece McLaughlin had high score at Monday night Pepper. Cecile St. Denis had the most peppers and Anna Dobson had low score. Jairmen Bagot had high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. A three way tie for the
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Essex County Library - Essex BRANCH HALLOWEEN HOEDOWN!! Come and have a faBOOlous spooky time at the Library! Saturday, October 20 at 11:00 am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. Homeschooling Through Highschool is an educational option that allows parents to teach their children at home instead of sending them to school. Parents choose homeschooling for a wide variety of reasons. Drop in to the Essex Branch Tuesday, October 23 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm if you are interested in learning more. Ages: Adult. Engaging Online Audiences - Successfully engaging your prospects through web content is crucial for capturing contact information and building relationships. Join us for a free social media workshop at the Essex Branch on Monday, October 22 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Ages Adult. Drop-in program.
Essex County Library - McGregor BRANCH CREATE LEAF ART - Use beautiful fall leaves to make art. Create a person, an animal, something from your imagination or abstract art on Thursday, October 18 at 3:45 pm. Ages: 4 - 13. Register online or at the library. HALLOWEEN PARTY - Celebrate Halloween at the McGregor Branch with Halloween books, crafts and games! Costumes are optional. It will be a SPOOK-tacular time! On Saturday, October 27 at 3:15 pm. Ages: 4 – 13. Register online or at the library.
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The Gibson Gallery in Amherstburg is showcasing an 1880s hard hat diving suit from the town’s naval history in a new exhibit running until October 21.
by Adam Gault A new exhibit at Amherstburg’s Gibson Gallery seeks to showcase the town’s marine and naval history through a collection of artifacts, art, and photographs, all depicting more than 200-years of naval history on the Detroit River. Running Thursdays through Sundays, until October 21, visitors will have the opportunity to learn how the naval industry shaped the Town of Amherstburg throughout the years, as well as hear firsthand stories from crew members of McQueen Marine Limited’s tugboat, “Atomic” every Saturday and Sunday, between 2 and 4 p.m. “It was such a big part of the town, and a lot of people don’t really know
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that,” Gibson Gallery Docent, Mia Deluca, said of the Gallery’s decision to focus on naval history for the month’s exhibit. “It was such an important part of Amherstburg’s economy, playing a vital role in sea travel.” Much of the works featured in the exhibit were donated from private collections of area residents with either a connection or a passion for local naval history, which includes paintings, drawings, photographs, ship models, as well as ship bells, telescopes, and lanterns, dating back to the 19th century. “A lot of the write-ups we got from information from the [museum] President just sitting down and talking to the guys that worked [on the ships],” Deluca said.
“Hearing their stories and getting all the facts right from them, the source.” As part of the Gallery’s mandate to exhibit only local works, Deluca said she believes the Gallery can play an important role not just exhibiting local art, but also local history, and being a proud supporter in maintaining that critical link to the region’s past.” “I think it’s important for people to know the history, too,” Deluca explained. “Being able to display history from something that was so long ago that played such a vital role in Amherstburg’s economy, I think that’s why we would be the best place to
exhibit that.” The Gibson Gallery is located at 140 Richmond St. in Amherstburg. For more information, visit gibsonartgallery.com
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Bait man remembers his first car
1936 Chevrolet Standard coach in sales brochure.
Recently one morning while walking Ozzie, our neighbour’s dog, we met Robert Gole, who operates the bait service at the Leamington Marina. When Robert and I discovered that we were both born in 1942, I couldn’t resist asking my favourite question: What was your first car? Robert remembers it well. It was a black 1936 Chevrolet Standard coach and his father bought it at the Simcoe, Ontario, market for $75. A new one in 1936 had an Oshawa factory list price of $805. By waiting a few years before buying, Robert’s dad saved $730 off the original sticker price. Robert started driving it around Simcoe when he was 18 in 1960. The car was six years older than he was. Robert’s girlfriend’s grandmother was very impressed with the car. After looking inside, she said it’s a sports car because it has two bucket seats and a floor shift! And indeed it did. It came that way from the factory. And the 3-speed floor shift even had synchromesh into second and third. The car ran well for Robert until the rear axle broke. Fortunately, Robert’s dad was able to fix it where he worked by welding the broken pieces back together. That put Robert back on the road. He was driving a car that had features not available on a Ford or Plymouth in 1936. Robert’s Chevrolet had an all-steel roof when Ford or Plymouth did not. In fact, Henry Ford claimed an all-steel roof made a drumming sound on the highway. It didn’t, and he switched to an all-steel roof the following year. Robert’s ’36 Chev also had hydraulic brakes when Ford still had mechanical brakes. As late as 1938, Henry Ford still boasted of giving you “the safety of steel from pedal to wheel.” Robert’s six cylinder engine had overhead-valves when Ford and Plymouth still had flathead engines. If Robert had the 1936 Chevrolet Master Deluxe , he would have had independent front suspension. But the solid front axle on his ’36 Standard served him well. The car eventually ended up in Ernie Nunn’s wrecking yard on the fifth concession in Norfolk County. Gone but not forgotten. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca.
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submitted to EFP On Friday, October 5, the local Atom AE Ravens, sponsored by Dr. Sean Smith, were fortunate enough to host the St. Thomas AE Stars. This gamed turned out to be an exciting match-up with the gang from Essex coming out on top 3-0. Caiden St. John lead the attack with two goals and Zac Grein scored a single. Ty Patterson chipped in on the scoring chances, earning and assist. In net, Ethan Bastien and Nathan Lozon shared the shut out honours. On Sunday, October 7, the team ventured down the road for a Bluewater League game with the Kent Kobras. Essex played hard throughout the contest and was rewarded with a nice 6-2 victory. Finding the back of the net for Essex were Ryan Reid and Caiden St. John with a pair of goals, each. Also scoring for Essex were Kegan Zimmermann and Nicholas Brophey. Zimmermann and James Sonoski help set up goals, each getting an assist. On Wednesday, October 10, the squad took on their closest rivals, the Erie North Shore Storm team. The Storm came into the game tied
for first place and this game would be a good measuring tool to gauge the Ravens improvement. After falling behind, by a score of 3-0, the Ravens players found new energy and fought hard for a 4-4 tie. The team, as a whole, played very, very well. Goal scorers for the Ravens were Mathieu Jakovcic, Zac Grein, Ryan Reid, and Caiden St. John. Goaltenders for the game were Alexandrea Huntley and Nathan Lozon, who both came up with some fine and timely saves. Great effort Ravens! As quickly as the Ravens enjoyed its success in Wednesday’s contest, all was lost in the exhibition match with the Dresden Junior Kings on Friday. The quick skating and excellent passing plays of the Jr. Kings players enabled them to skate away with a 7-0 victory over our Ravens. Ethan Bastien made 31 saves in the game for Essex and the team learned a valuable lesson in this contest. It takes hard work in every shift, of every period, of every game, to achieve the goals desired. All-in-all, a great week of hockey for the team.
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Photo by Laurie Beaten: Justin Bondy battles a Blades’ defender in front of their net on Tuesday.
by Garrett Fodor Last week, the Essex 73’s had a daunting schedule. The local team played three games, two of which were back-toback, before closing it out with a trip to Dresden to face the first place Jr. Kings. The week began last Tuesday when the 73’s got their first look at the Blenheim Blades. Before some fans were even in their seats, William Stadder caught the Blades in a bad position. Left wide open, he roofed a shot 19 seconds in. It would be the lone goal until the final minutes of the second period, when Stadder netted his second of the game and Dallas Anderson scored further with the man-advantage. Closing out the game, Quinn Fazekas added a goal to give Essex a 4-0 lead, which took the air out of a Blades’ comeback effort. Essex would
prevail 4-0, with Jax D’hondt facing 29 shots to earn the shutout. Just under 24 hours later, Essex was on the road to faced the Wheatley Omstead Sharks for the first time this season. Essex’s first line, consisting of Stadder, Michael Vieira, and Josh Pope-Ferguson, opened the scoring in the first period. The Sharks responded with two minutes remaining in the same stanza. After a scoreless second period, the teams were going to have a ‘chippy’ and edgy final 20 minutes of play. The period began excellently for the 73’s as they got a pair of goals in the opening eight minutes, including a goal from Dawson Winchester, who put a bullet by Catalin Morin. The Sharks, however, would respond with a pair of goals of their own just 38 seconds apart. But,
the top line answered for Essex, just under a minute
later, as some pretty passing was converted. Essex would add an empty netter, to prevail 5-3 over the Wheatley Sharks. For the second time in three weeks, the Essex 73’s was on the road Friday to face the Dresden Jr. Kings. Essex was looking for a better outcome than its previous visit on September 28, which they lost, 5-2. It began on the right note for Essex as it opened the scoring, with Stadder netting a shorthanded goal nine minutes in. Dresden would respond nearly eight minutes later,
but Bryce Ryan would restore his team’s onegoal-lead to close out the frame. The scoring in the middle frame was lopsided, as Dresden was the only team to score, twice, despite being outshot nine to eight in the period and 20 to 17 overall. Entering the third period, Dresden was up 3-2.
In the final five minutes of the game, it looked like Essex was going to fall to Dresden again, but Pope-Ferguson was the hero for Essex as he tied the game up, beating a sprawling Brett Brochu. In over-time, league leading scorer, Nolen Vandenboorn, capitalized on a bad 73’s breakout and beat D’hondt as Essex fell, 4-3.
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