Essex Free Press - October 30, 2014

Vol. 134

A LOOK INSIDE Essex re-elects McDermott, Voakes and Meloche PAgE 2 ________________ Town meets with McGregor residents over flooding issues PAgE 3 _______________ Chili Cook-Off PAgE 7 ________________

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Issue No. 43

Pumpkin carving urges youth to get creative

Winter on the Road PAgES 8 & 9 ________________ Neil McBeth honoured as EssexÕ s Citizen of the Year PAgE 10 ________________ Repko, Prpich, Hogarth inducted into Hall of Fame PAgES 19 ________________

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Pictured Above: Kayla and Sara show off the pumpkins they worked hard to create during the Essex Optimist Club’s free Pumpkin Carving event on Sunday.

by Sylene Argent Area youth put their artistic skills to the test on Sunday afternoon at the Essex Optimist ClubÕ s annual Pumpkin Carving event, which was held in the Shaheen Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex.

The event was free of change and youth were able to select their own pumpkin, carve it with parental help, and use paints, pipe cleaners, and Halloween-themed

decorations to create the perfect Jack-O-Lantern for display on Halloween night.

Around 100 youth showed up to participate in the event, which was held in the evening in the past. This is the first time the Optimists have held it during the day on a Sunday. This helped the Club attract some youth who were finished playing hockey or skating on one of the ice pads in the Essex Centre Sports Complex.

Essex Optimist Club Board member Cathy Valentino said that it was interesting to see the many different ways that the youth decorated their pumpkins. Some chose scary themes, others created pumpkins that were cute.

The participating youth were able to take home their freshly decorated pumpkin and left with a few treats.

This is one of the many annual events the local

Optimist Club puts on throughout the year for the benefit of area youth in keeping with the ClubÕ s

motto of Ò bringing out the best in kids.Ó The Essex Optimist Club is looking forward to hosting its next event, the SantaÕ s Elves Workshop, which will take place Saturday, December 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is event is for children aged 4-13 and will be held in the Shaheen Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Anyone planning to attend is asked to bring a non-perishable food item to support the local food banks.

Valentino commented the Essex Optimist Club is always looking for volunteers. Anyone interested in helping out and joining the Club is urged to contact a current member for more information.

Charlotte enjoys an afternoon full of fun during Essex Optimist Club’s free Pumpkin Carving event on Sunday.

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Essex re-elects McDermott, Voakes and Meloche - Three new faces to join council

by Sylene Argent Over the past several months, candidates wishing to serve their community as an elected official have been hard at work knocking on doors, talking with friends and neighbours, and sharing their ideas of what is currently working well in the municipality and what their vision for the future of Essex is.

Many voters filled out their ballots prior to the Election Day and some chose to wait until Monday before submitting their votes. Just before 10 p.m. on Monday evening, the unofficial results were announced, showing a tight race in many of the wards, as well as the mayoral bid.

Many of the candidates gathered at the Shaheen Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex and at the Community Room at the Harrow Arena with friends, family, and supporters to await the news and see how Essex voted.

Ron McDermott was excited to see he was reelected, as he grabbed the majority of support in the Mayoral race. The Essex Centre resident will now

serve his fourth term on Council.

McDermott received 2619 votes of the 7,850 cast.

Ron Rogers, who is a former Ward 3 Councillor for the Town on Essex and also ran for the MayorÕ s position in the 2010 election, came in second. He received 2,392 votes. Bill Baker, who is currently serving as a Ward 3 Council Rep, received 2,220 votes, and Essex Centre resident Andy Comber picked up 619 votes. Ò I feel great,Ó McDermott said shortly after learning of his victory. Ò It was a long wait to get the numbers, but I was never worried.Ó He congratulated all the candidates who ran across the region.

He is excited to begin work with the new Council, and said that the Council members become a team.

Moving forward, drainage will be a big issue to tackle in Essex, he said. Efforts need to also continue to go into the downtown areas. Essex recently hired an Economic Development Officer and McDermott wants to see a successful rejuvenation of the downtown core.

Joining McDermott on Essex Council will be current Councillor Randy Voakes. He received the most votes in Ward 1, with 1,631 votes. Ò IÕ m ecstatic with the results and the support from the community,Ó he said. Ò Now we get to work.Ó Voakes said he had kept track of campaign promises and intends to ensure those candidates who are elected are accountable to those promises. He is anxious to work with the new Council in continuing to work towards rejuvenating the downtown area and in developing the silo district area. He would also like the region to pull together to work on employment opportunities. He congratulated McDermott on his reelection.

Stephen Bjorkman will also represent Essex as a Ward 1 Councillor, having received 914 votes. He served for the past few years as the Chairperson of the Essex Centre BIA. Ò IÕ m excited to do it,Ó Bjorkman said. Ò IÕ m really happy with the result.Ó He noted that all the hard work he put into his campaign paid off. When he went door-

Essex Mayor Ron McDermott and Councillor Randy Voakes congratulate each other on reelection on Monday evening.

to-door, he had a list of things he shared with each homeowner that he wanted to get to work on as a Councillor. He also listened to resident concerns.

Bjorkman took the opportunity to thank current Councillor Morley Bowman for his years of dedicated service. Bowman has been on many committees and a part of many local endeavours. Ò Those will be big shoes to fill,” Bjorkman commented. He also thanked his wife, Mary-Anne, for all of her support.

Councillor Bowman will not return as an Essex representative. He has been on Council for the past 27 years. He received 837 votes, just behind Phil Pocock who picked up 871 votes. Brandon Chartier received 626 votes and Devon Jean LeBlanc received 219.

In Ward 2, the current Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche was re-elected as Councillor. He received 668 votes. The new council will determine who will be the Deputy Mayor soon. Terry Brockman received 455 votes and Kim Verbeek garnered 429 votes.

Ward 3 will have two new representatives on Council, but both have previous council experience.

Bill Baker chose to run for the mayoral position, leaving one of the two Councillor positions open in this Ward. And Councillor John Scott, who was elected in 2010, came in third place, just seven votes behind Bill Caixeiro, who received 976 votes. Larry Snively received the most votes in his Ward with 1,148. Paul Innes received 722 and Brenda Dunn received 539.

Ward 4 Councillor Sherry Bondy went unopposed and won by acclamation.

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Town meets with McGregor residents over flooding issues

by Jennifer Cranston A meeting that was supposed to include administration from Essex and Amherstburg regarding flooding in McGregor went on even though Amherstburg administration was absent.

Essex Infrastructure and Development Director Chris Nepszy addressed the crowd at the McGregor Community Centre on his own, with Tim Byrne of ERCA on hand to answer questions related to natural waterways in the region.

Residents packed the hall concerned over multiple floods recently that have forced sewage to backup into their basements. Ò I donÕ t have the Ô ah-haÕ answers for you tonight,Ó said Nepszy. Ò If youÕ re looking for me to say Ô if we just do this for this much money we can fix it,’ I donÕ t have that answer tonight.Ó He began by defining some commonly used terms. He explained that a Ò one in one hundred yearÓ storm simply means

that there is a one percent chance of a storm of that magnitude occurring. Ò Just because we had that storm yesterday, doesnÕ t mean we canÕ t have that storm again tomorrow,Ó he said.

Nepszy said that this region is experiencing more and more storms of this magnitude and greater.

One of the problems faced by residents and municipalities is that storm sewers are only designed to handle Ò one in three” to “one in five” year storms.

He explained that the Town of Essex has put money aside to work with ERCA to update the stats on current storm patterns.

He also talked about the task force Essex is developing to address the issue.

Storm water is getting into the sanitary sewer system in large amounts, which is forcing sewage into peopleÕ s homes, causing disastrous damage. The challenge facing Nepszy is trying to discover why this is

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Amherstburg knew this was a problem ten years ago. ThatÕ s negligence,Ó he said.

Some residents believe there is a connection between the building of the Community Centre and the rise in flood incidents. Some believe that cleaning and dredging natural waterways would help.

There was also discussion and diagrams explaining that McGregor is in a natural flood zone. Ò Lucier Estates is built at the convergence of three natural water ways. Lucier Estates is in an area that (naturally) needs to flood.

Today they would never have been issued a permit to build there.Ó While several factors have come together to bring flooding to a head in the region, Nepszy said he and Essex are determined to do what can be done to improve the situation.

He asks that anyone who has experienced flooding and hasnÕ t spoken to him yet, do so. He explained what homeowners could do to detect cross connections and other problems in their systems. Ò The more data I have the better able I will be to find a solution,” he said.

happening and developing a solution. He says the two systems are not completely water tight, but that there is likely some cross connections adding to the problem.

If there is to be a solution to flooding in McGregor, the Towns of Essex and Amherstburg will have to work together because the infrastructure in that region is shared. Ò The sanitary system is not my system,Ó said Nepszy. Ò It belongs to Amherstburg.Ó He is hoping that the two towns can work together. Ò A partnership with the Town of Amherstburg is something I am pursuing,Ó he said. Ò We both need to be on the same page to move forward.Ó Many residents seemed frustrated that Amhersburg was absent. Ò Chris, it was very nice of you to show up,Ó said Peter Plummer. Ò What level of government do we have to contact to force Amherstburg into this room?Ó Resident Mike Bastien made reference to a report that Amherstburg knew their system needed upgrades 10 years ago and have yet to do anything about it.

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The election results are in and, as with any race, there were winners and there were losers.

I was pleased to see that most of the winners were gracious in victory, and even more pleased to see that most of those who didnÕ t win were gracious in defeat.

Being a gracious winner is easy; being gracious in defeat can be difficult.

If youÕ ve never run in an election, you canÕ t comprehend the hard work that the candidates put in. You can’t understand the sacrifice. Running in an election is something like baring your soul, as you expose yourself to the scrutiny and criticism of the electorate. During a campaign, a candidate can feel all the emotions that a human is capable of, sometimes acutely. But you always have to put on your happy face.

I felt pride in our crop of candidates as I read the messages they posted through social media the night of the election and the day after. Many complimented the competition and they took things in stride.

You could see how these people earned their votes.

They were leaders, and they are leaders. Just by running,

they keep us on and lead us down the path of democracy.

They give us choices.

Many said, Ô yesterday is done, and now itÕ s time to look forward to the future.Õ For the winners, the job now begins. TheyÕ ve made their promises, they laid out their goals, and they have those things they want to see done.

The complexion of council has changed, but still thereÕ s the same job to do. The councillors will have to find common ground and work together to make the municipality better. ThatÕ s always the goal Ð or it should be - to make things better. And thereÕ s always room for improvement.

Council will select its Deputy Mayor in-house. I donÕ t agree with that; itÕ s a position that should be selected by the electorate. Still, thatÕ s how itÕ s done. I look forward to seeing who they select, and win or lose I hope the councillors show as much dignity in their own little election as they showed in the one that we had this week.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Trillium grant explained Thank you Nancy Alston for your letter about the memorial stones in the Heritage garden by the station.

As a member of the committee for the Heritage group that tries to look after it I am happy to have the opportunity to explain the circumstances concerning those stones.

When we were assembling conditions for the gardens we were given a Trillium grant that allowed us to put 30 stones along each side of the walkway that would name people who contributed to the history and activity of the early days.

After they were in place in the ground, and all of them along the walkway, we had enquiries from several families about how they could have a stone put there. Naturally there had to be a way of paying for them and there was no more grant, so our committee set a price for anyone who wished to have a memorial stone and you will see there are several at various other spots from families that took advantage of that offer.

When the ground was being prepared for the Spitfire, some of the stones along the driveway were removed. At this moment I do not know where they were put.

So again thank you Nancy for bringing that to our attention so I could explain it to any others who have paid for their memorial stone. I saw yours and thought it was wonderful that you wanted that memorial for your parents.

The podium that is empty as it waits for repairs is meant to explain the reason each name is on a stone along the walk.

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Woodslee celebrates Halloween

Kayla, Sophie, and Mason were excited to participate in many fun activities during the Children’s Halloween Party at the New Millen Community Centre and Library on Saturday.

by Sylene Argent Area youth were able to put on their Halloween costumes and celebrate the spooky

season a bit early this year as Lakeshore hosted a family fun ChildrenÕ s Halloween Party on Saturday afternoon at the

New Millen Community Centre and Library in Woodslee.

This free event offered the around 65

participating youth an opportunity to enjoy some Halloween treats, get their faces painted, play a few games, and carve a pumpkin that they were then able as a bring home to decoration in anticipation of October 31. There were also opportunities for these youth to participate in a few contests, like one that had the youth put their creative skills to the test in decorating cookies.

Mariette Renaud, LakeshoreÕ s Recreation and Events Coordinator, was happy so many young participants came out to enjoy the day. The event was hosted to not only give youth in and around the Woodslee area an opportunity to have some fun before

trick or treating on Friday evening, but it also provided the community an opportunity to see the new facility and learn about the programs that are and will be available

in the future. The facility is also available to house family or business functions.

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Chili Cook-Off welcomes fall season

Essex Community Services staff member Erin Percy ladles some chili for Essex Fire & Rescue Captain for Station #1 Randy Kaufmann.

by Sylene Argent In celebration of the cooler weather, and to raise funds and awareness for Essex Community Services and all of the programs and services it offers to the community, around 250 individuals headed to the Shaheen Room inside the Essex Centre Sports Complex to enjoy 23 sweet and hot dishes entered into the 6th annual Chili Cook-Off on Thursday afternoon.

Kelly Stack, Essex Community ServiceÕ s Executive Director, was thrilled with the turn out

as individuals came out to support the organization and enjoy some of the wonderful chilies available at the event.

She thanked all who came out to enjoy a bowl of chili and all those who submitted a tasty dish.

This event raised $2300 for the organization.

Specially selected judges taste-tested all 23 of the chili dishes and selected the top three. The first place winner took home $75, second place took home $50, and the third place contestant took home $25. All of the Chili

Cook-Off participants were able to submit their favourite dish into the PeopleÕ s Choice contest.

Mike Souillier, who donated his winnings back to the organization, took first place prize in addition to the PeopleÕ s Choice prize. Also donating winnings back to Essex Community Services was second place winner Gord Philp. Shaun FathersÕ s chili dish took third place in the competition.

In addition to being able to taste-test the chilies submitted into the contest, participants were entered into a raffle to win a basket full of goodies.

Essex PharamaCare helped cover the costs of the events. Stack was grateful for the assistance, as it allowed all the proceeds to go back to supporting Essex Community Services and the programs it offers. Its programs include security reassurance and friendly visiting, transportation services, foot care clinics, and its newly launched Emergency Community Closet program. Essex

THE DEDICATION OF THE OLDCASTLE HERITAGE PARK Sunday, November 2, 2014 at 2:00 p.m The Mayor and Council of the Town of Tecumseh and the Sandwich South & Area Historical Society, the Tecumseh Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to a special dedication on Sunday, November 2, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the new municipal park, Oldcastle Heritage Park, located on Walker Road north of Hwy # 3 in Oldcastle (next to the Tecumseh Fire Station # 2, 5520 Walker Road).

During this dedication ceremony, a tree will be planted in memory of each loved one who passed away in the school bus accident in December 1966.

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Community Services is currently collecting canned goods for this initiative that was designed to help local families and individuals in emergency situations.

The Chili Cook-Off is an important fundraiser for the organization.

It always receives a great response from the community, and because of that positive response, Essex Community Services continues to offer it to the community. Stack noted that the tradition began when the Essex Centre BIA hosted the first Chili Cook Off in support of Essex Community Services. Since then, the organization has taken on the task of hosting it.

The next fundraising event Essex Community Services will host will be the indoor golf tournament in February. Visit essexcs. on.ca for more information about upcoming events and to learn more about the programs and services offered to the community.

Stack added that Essex Community Services is also currently taking donations for its Christmas Program that will create baskets of goodies for families and individuals in the

community.

Essex Community Services is collecting non-perishable food items, gift cards, toiletries, dog and cat food, and other items for this program. Call the office at (519)-7764231 to learn more about the items needed for this holiday giving program or to commit to making a donation.

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Topics to discuss before hiring your next mechanic Few decisions weigh as heavily on automobile owners as their choice of mechanic. A good mechanic goes a long way toward ensuring drivers and their passengers stay safe on the road and that those driversÕ vehicles perform at their peak for years to come. ThatÕ s an important role to play, and itÕ s why many drivers acknowledge that choosing a mechanic is a decision that should not be taken lightly.

Rest assured you donÕ t need to be a car guy or gal to find a trustworthy and talented mechanic.

You might just need to open a dialogue with a prospective mechanic, discussing a handful of topics that can help you feel more comfortable and know you have made the right choice in automotive service provider once a final decision has been made.

Certification Certification can go a long way toward helping drivers find mechanics they can trust.

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Excellence was founded in 1972 and continues to work to improve the quality of automotive service and repair by testing automotive technicians and certifying those who live up to or exceed ASE standards.

An ASE-certified technician should have his or her credentials readily available to prospective customers, and these credentials list each professionalÕ s area of certification. When shopping for a new mechanic, make sure that he or she is ASE-certified.

In addition, discuss with the mechanic his or her work history, including any additional areas of expertise.

Pricing policies Many mechanics offer free estimates, but that should not be taken for granted.

When bringing a car in for an estimate, drivers should confirm with the mechanic who will conduct the examination if the estimate is free or if they will be charged an inspection fee.

In addition to any

fees regarding estimates, drivers should also inquire about labor costs and the payment policies at the facility. Labor can be quite expensive, so itÕ s best that you know these rates in advance of any repairs being conducted on your vehicle. ItÕ s also important to get a rundown of the company payment policies, especially if your vehicle is in need of potentially costly repairs. You donÕ t want the bill to shock you once the work has been completed, so donÕ t hesitate to be inquisitive before leaving a car at the garage.

Parts Replacing parts on a vehicle is a cause for concern for many drivers, and rightfully so. Consumer advocacy groups have exposed many mechanics who pass off used auto parts as new parts, charging their customers new part prices along the way. While thereÕ s no way drivers can guarantee they wonÕ t fall victim to such criminal behavior, they can inquire about company policies

regarding vehicle parts.

Does the garage even install used parts? If so, do they let drivers choose either new or used parts before any work is done?

If the garage only uses new parts, ask for parts with solid warranties, so if the part must be replaced, you wonÕ t have to pay for it again.

Documentation The preowned vehicle market is thriving, and drivers who take care of their vehicles have earned the right to reap their rewards for being good owners when it comes time to sell the car. When interviewing prospective mechanics, ask if they are willing to provide detailed documentation of any work they do on your vehicle. Such documentation can then be shared with prospective buyers when you want to sell the car, and it also serves as a way to keep the garage accountable for all the work they have done on the car throughout your relationship.

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Winter drivers should always Speeding burns more fuel check vehicle tire inflation while saving minimal time

(NC) WeÕ ve all been overtaken by speed demons trying to make it through the next light without stopping. They pick up the pace, put the pedal to the metal and screech out in front hoping to gain that minute or two advantage.

Sometimes, for all their speeding, those same drivers arrive at the light at the same time as we do.

Have you ever wondered what the real cost of speeding is?

According to Natural (NC) When the snow flies, Canadian within the correct operating specifications Resources Canada, drivers have to be prepared. Temperature and conditions for the vehicle. As well, speedy and aggressive swings, which are common across because properly inflated tires will last driving burns excessive Canada during the fall and winter months, longer, you could save the cost of one fuel and money and only can result in significant changes in tire or two sets of tires over the life of your saves a matter of minutes. pressure. For example, did you know that vehicle.

If someone suggested for every 5oC drop in temperature, tire According to the Tire and Rubber you could save two pressure drops by one pound per square Association of Canada, even though minutes of time by inch (psi)? So if the temperature were many drivers use all-season tires burning 39 per cent to drop to -15oC, tires could lose three because they do provide safe all-weather psi of tire pressure. For some tires that performance, winter tires are actually means a 10 per cent loss in inflation. more efficient once the mercury starts to By maintaining proper tire inflation, dip. The association says modern winter consumers can save money at the pumps tires offer up to 50 per cent or more and reduce harmful emissions. Most traction than all-season tires. importantly, they can increase the safety If fuel efficiency and safe winter and performance of their vehicles by driving are important to you, there are ensuring that their tires are being used some very helpful tips and tools on the Natural Resources Canada website at vehicles.gc.ca such as the EnerGuide Label for Vehicles and the annual Fuel Consumption Guide.

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Neil McBeth honoured as Essex’s Citizen of the Year

Dr. Julie Ricci and Henry Moulder of Essex Rotary congratulate Neil McBeth (right) for being named Essex’s Citizen of the Year.

by Jennifer Cranston Neil McBeth stood at the entrance of the church hall at Holy Name of Jesus Church on Saturday evening, shaking hands and accepting hugs of congratulations.

He was the guest of honour at the annual Citizen of the Year Dinner.

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Club, Heritage Essex, the Knights of Columbus and the Town of Essex sponsor the annual event.

Being that McBeth is the current president of the local Rotary Club, it took some crafty behaviour on the part of his colleagues to give him the honour. He was named Citizen of the Year at the Essex Fun Fest in

July. It was a surprise to him. Ò I was at the International (Rotary) convention. A lot of behind the scenes skullduggery took place while I was away,Ó he said. “I was floored. The things I do, I donÕ t do for recognition.Ó Rotarians from all over Ontario and

Michigan were present as were many personal friends. Even some of his university professors attended the dinner.

Many speakers told personal stories painting the retired educator and farmer as a dedicated man with the ability to solve problems and get things done.

He has helped to support local organizations and initiatives like food banks and Ò Little Lender Libraries.Ó He has traveled the globe on missions to repair cleft palates, immunize against Polio and dig wells. He has worked in Nigeria, Haiti, India and Ethiopia. Ò Neil makes a difference wherever he goes,Ó said Master of Ceremonies Frank Mazzara.

Tony Malkowski of Heritage Essex talked about the presence McBeth has in our community. Ò If you go to a community event, Neil is probably there,Ó he

said. Ò If Rotary is there, he is definitely there and probably all day. He just cares about people and he cares about the community.Ó Dr. Julie Ricci of Essex Rotary compared him to the Wizard of Oz. Ò HeÕ s the man behind the curtain. We donÕ t see all that he does, but we see the benefits.”

She listed the many positions he has held within Rotary and some of his many missions locally and abroad. Ò What you have done in the lives of others will live on long after we are gone,Ó she said.

The Rotary District Governor began her story; Ò Once upon a time in India...Ó She went on to tell the story of traveling to India, the long way, with McBeth and his wife Cheryl on a medical

mission to correct cleft palates. After traveling three quarters of the way around the world with transformers in cases weighing about 70lbs each, they opened them to discover sticky notes saying, Ò Broken, please repair.Ó The transformers were needed to operate medical equipment. Ò Neil says, Ô WhereÕ s the toolbox,Ó she said.

“He’s the guy who fixes the problem and we all benefit from it.”

Rotary talks about Ò service above self,Ó and Ò community service on a global scale.Ó Story after story on Saturday night illustrated how McBeth embodies these sentiments with humour and resourcefulness, and works hard to make lives better, be they around the corner or around the world.

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Colasanti’s Halloween event has become major production

by Jennifer Cranston The Halloween event at ColasantiÕ s continues to grow in terror and scope, as the much anticipated Horror Hay Ride and Haunted Greenhouse thrill visitors from near and far.

The ColasantiÕ s Horror Hay Ride began 18 years ago with a group of volunteers from the University of WindsorÕ s theater program and a fairly small budget. Six years ago they added the Haunted Greenhouse to their Halloween attractions.

Ashley Colasanti has been involved with the special event for about 10 years and is proud of how it has grown.

The props get better

every year. Each of the six nights has 40 to 50 actors doing their best to scare the wits out of the brave souls who buy tickets. Ò ItÕ s a big production,Ó she said. Ò And Hay Ride weekends are fun for everyone. All the staff wants to work.Ó Colasanti explained that they hold auditions for specific scenes and pay the core group of actors. There are also several volunteer positions available each night. Volunteers show up in droves each night hoping to be directed to a make-up chair. Ò We have to turn volunteers away every night,Ó she said.

Jamie Treschak was a theater student at the

University of Windsor when he first volunteered to work the Hay Ride in 1999. He graduated with an acting degree and went on to form Temporal Productions with partner Will Goodwin.

The company is based in Toronto.

Treschak specializes in stunt fighting and Goodwin is the technical guru.

He loved the ColasantiÕ s event so much that he and his company have been coming back to Ruthven for six years to help make the event the best it can be. Ò ItÕ s a team environment,Ó he said of working with ColasantiÕ s. Ò Their team meets with our team and we throw ideas around.Ó

While Treschak was in the area he has taught fight classes to U of W theater students and given a zombie make-up workshop at Leamington District High School.

He is very proud of how terrifying the Hay Ride and Green house are. So much so that he counts Ò chickens.Ó Both events have a system to remove people who are too scared to carry on.

While they escape the horror, they are forever known as Ò chickens.Ó Since 2009, not counting this year, there have been over 900 chickens on the hayride and over 350 have come screaming from the greenhouse. Ò We made four people pee last night,Ó he said proudly. Ò We have to change a lot of hay bales,Ó joked Colasanti.

None of the actors ever touch the patrons but still

people often feel the need to protect themselves. Ò My favourite is when the parent is more afraid than the child and uses them as a human shield,Ó said Treschak.

The Halloween event at ColasantiÕ s usually gets about 4,000 visitors over two weekends each October, with as many as

1,200 in a single night.

People can buy tickets for the time of their choosing and then peruse ColasantiÕ s or grab a snack while they wait. There is no standing in line for hours at this thrill ride.

Colasanti explained that all the proceeds from the event go into next yearÕ s production.

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Colchester North teachers are all wet Pictured: To reward his students for exceeding their fund raising goal, Nick Arundine of Colchester North allowed students to pour water on him from the bucket of a front-end loader.

by Jennifer Cranston Last Friday students at Colchester North Public School showered their favourite teachers with love in the form of icecold water.

It was a nice day with just enough of a breeze for students to enjoy the reward for exceeding expectations in funds raised at their recent walk-a-thon.

The small school has a student body of about 220 kids who managed to raise about $6,500. That money will go into the playground, resources, guest speakers and field trips.

Alana Nardella was the top earning student with $353. She is part of the grade six class that was the top earning class with more than $1,400 raised. The Kindergarten class came in second with over $1,000 For every $50 raised individually, a student received one bucket of water to pour over the teacher of their choosing.

Nardella was IN busy that PASS TIME LINE. day with seven pails to dump.

She also received season Spitfire tickets, which is a great reward because she is a fan.

For exceeding the schoolÕ s overall goal of $5,000, students enjoyed watching principal Nick Arundine get drenched with the biggest bucket they could find. The bucket from a front-end loader was used to create a waterfall of ST., fun ESSEX for well 16 CENTRE deserving students.

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Lone man sits vigil

by Jennifer Cranston On Saturday, Oct. 25, as local church bells were heard marking 10 a.m., a lone man approached the cenotaph in Essex, sat down and bowed his head.

Across Canada on Saturday people from all walks of Canadian life visited their local cenotaph.

It was a campaign started by veterans that spread quickly through traditional and social media. The goal was to have at least one person holding vigil at every cenotaph in the country at 10 a.m. that Saturday.

The movement was to show solidarity in honouring Corporal Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, who lost their lives in separate terror attacks in Ottawa and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Que. The Essex man, who chose not to share his name, said that he felt like it was something he had to do. He explained that he had a deep gratitude for the men and women who serve in the Canadian Military “I’m a pacifist,” he said. “The only reason I can be a pacifist and say so in public, is because of the freedoms men and women died to give us.”

Ravens and Hurricanes head into Round 2 of Aviva grant competition - Community support needed for online voting

by Sylene Argent The support of those who voted online daily during the first round of the Aviva Community Fund grant competition, have pushed the Essex Ravens Football Club and the Harrow Hurricanes Soccer Club project proposal into the second round.

The local sport clubs are hoping to receive up to $100,000 through the grant competition to erect an air-supported dome to house an indoor multi-sport complex that area athletes from many different types of sports could utilize and benefit from all year round.

Glen Mills, Head Coach of the

Essex Ravens, was one of the project organizers who approached Essex Council about the participation in the Aviva Community Fund during the October 6 Essex Council Meeting.

If the Ravens and Hurricanes were to receive the $100,000 grant, this would partially fund the erection of the air supported dome, likely to be around 160Õ x320Õ , which would include space for equipment, HVAC, power generation, lead in to doors, and a lobby area.

At the council meeting, these groups

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When ties of love are broken and loved ones have to part, It leaves a wound that never heals. Also, a broken heart.

But looking back with memories o’er the path we used to trod, I bless the years I shared with you and leave the rest to God. ~ Love Ray ~

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THANK YOU - I want to thank my family, friends, and neighbours for stopping by my home last Saturday to help celebrate my 70th birthday. Your kind words, well wishes, and gifts were all appreciated. Please note that my surprise open house was on October 25 and there is not another on November 1st. Once again, thank you to all who made my birthday a special one.

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asked if there would be any real estate available for the dome if they were successful in getting the grant money through the competition. Additional funds would be needed to cover the entire cost of this facility.

Council moved to support the project in principal, suggesting a strong willingness to move forward with this project. Essex administration will look for a spot for this facility should it come to fruition.

The community is urged to vote for what could be a multi-use, year round, indoor complex at www. avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf19736.

Round two ends on November 3. If this project is successful in moving to round three, the community will be urged to head online again starting November 10 to continue online voting until November 24.

Projects with enough support at that time will move onto the semi-final round, which will also be a voting round starting on December 1. In the final round, beginning December 17, judges will assess each remaining submission. The winners will be announced on January 27.

Project supporters can vote up to15 times during each of the three qualifying rounds and the semi-final round if the idea makes it that far in the program.

Thanks to community voting, Essex Public School received $200,000 in funding in 2011 through the Aviva Community Fund for its outdoor playground activity area.

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519-990-5325. (essex) 42-6t* _____________________ DAN’s sMAll eNGiNe repAir- Winter’s coming with the prediction for this year being the same as last year. it’s time to think about getting that snowblower tuned up for the season, and getting lawn mowers ready for winter storage.

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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.

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Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd. and Del Fresco Produce Ltd. is a progressive and growing Company specializing in Hydroponic vegetable production and sales. We are looking to add to our Management Team as a result of expansion. This is a Full Time Position.

Currently we are wishing to hire a Supervisor for our Pack House operations. The successful candidate will be required to manage employees and achieve production quotas in this busy environment. The successful candidate must at a minimum have a high school diploma with post secondary education a bonus, computer literate. A working knowledge of vegetable quality standards I Food Safety is a definite asset. Experience with Quality Systems and Health and Safety regulations and a valid driver’s license are also considered a requirement.

Please apply in writing to: Bruce Boyd e-mail bruceb@delfrescoproduce.com FAX 519-733-5290

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NOveNA: O Holy st. Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need; to you i have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me in my present urgent petition. in return i promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. say (3) Our fathers (3) Hail Mary’s (3) Glory Be’s. st. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Town of Lakeshore TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 28 OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O 1990, c. P.13, AS AMENDED

IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore before the proposed Community Improvement Plan Amendment is adopted, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore to the Ontario Municipal Board. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore before Community Improvement Plan Amendment is adopted, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the proposed Community Improvement Plan Amendment is available for public inspection between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays at the Development Services Office, located at 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River and on the Town’s website www.lakeshore.ca (Click Business Resources, Planning, CIP).

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, LICENSED TECHNICIANS IN ALL FIELDS Immediate positions available. Benefits and pension. Must forward resume with references, school transcript and MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) to: Mail or Drop-off: 238 Talbot Street W. Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca Fax: 519-326-3632

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Notice to the Residents of the Town of Essex Committee Appointments

THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT

ANY PERSON may attend the Public Meeting to make written or verbal representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed Community Improvement Plan Amendment. Written submissions regarding the proposed Community Improvement Plan Amendment can be made to Kim Darroch, B.A. (Hons.), M.PL, MCIP, RPP, Manager of Planning, Town of Lakeshore, Development Services Office, 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River, Ontario, N0R 1A0, facsimile 519-728-4577, telephone 519-728-2700, ext. 245 or email (please include your mailing address) at kdarroch@lakeshore.ca. IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED of Council’s decision regarding the proposed Community Improvement Plan Amendment, you must make a written request to Maureen Lesperance, CPT, Planning Coordinator, at the address shown above and such request must include the name and address to which such notice should be sent.

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TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore will be holding a Public Meeting on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River to consider a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Amendment for the Belle River Business Improvement Area.

To report on a proposed Amendment to the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Town of Lakeshore (Community of Belle River) to change the eligibility requirements for the Financial Incentive Programs (grants), in order to broaden the availability of those incentive programs from Eighth Street to Eleventh Street and to update the CIP to reflect those changes. The Community Improvement Plan applies to lands designated in the Community Improvement Project Area as shown on the key map.

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Please be advised that the Council of the Town of Essex is seeking interested citizens to serve on the following Committees: • • • • • • • • • • •

Accessibility Advisory Committee Co-An Park Advisory Committee Committee of Adjustment Communities In Bloom Essex Business Improvement Area (B.I.A.) Essex County Library Board ELK Energy Board Essex Festival Committee Essex Mural Committee Heritage Committee Police Services Board

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In order to serve on the Essex County Library Board the applicant must be: a resident, owner or tenant of land in Essex County; a Canadian Citizen; at least 18 years old; not prohibited by law from voting in a municipal election; not an employee of the Essex County Library Board or the Corporation of the County of Essex. Application forms for the Library Board position are available at the Essex County Administration Office or at any branch of the Essex County Library.

Persons interested in serving on one or more of the above Committees should submit their names in writing, along with a brief outline of their qualifications to the undersigned no later than Friday, November 7, 2014.

Cheryl A Bondy, Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Email: cbondy@essex.ca Fax: 519-776-8811

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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett Join us on Sun. Nov. 2nd for Prayer Meeting at 10 a.m. and Family Worship at 11 a.m.

Lt. Kristen Gray continues the sermon series from ``The Story,`` with this weeks` topic -``The Battle Begins.`` Following the service, you are invited to share your favorite dish at our monthly potluck luncheon.

Tuesday Nov.4th will find those at the SA Connections program busy making a tulle wreath. All are welcome to attend this free community program that runs from 10 -1 p.m. Join us for fun , fellowship and a delicious lunch ! Bible Study follows every week at 1:15 p.m. and is open to all.

Please note that the dates for Messy Church in November are the 13th and 27th.

Please continue to remember those on our sick and shut in list.

Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson We invite everyone to join us this Sunday at 10:30 am.

Your presence is a blessing to us and we hope that our church family will be a blessing to you! We thank Rev. Frank Staples for his inspiring message last Sunday which was entitled “What Do You Want?” based on the Gospel of Matthew 22: 34-40. We also thank our Senior Choir along with our Drumming Group, Ben Chittle (guitar) and Darryl Derbyshire (bass) for the wonderful arrangement of “Shall We Gather at the River”.

To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit

our regularly updated website at: www.harrowunited.org.

Two Discussion Groups facilitated by Rev. Staples, continue each Tuesday morning (10 am – noon) and Thursday (6 - 8 pm). We have had a good response for each group and anyone interested is most welcome to join in the conversation “Living the Questions”. For more information, please call our church office at 519-738-4223.

We are hosting our 26th Annual Buffet-Style Turkey Supper on Saturday, November 1st from 3 – 7 pm.

For information, please call our church office.

Harrow United Church is also having a Chili Cook-off and Toonie Auction on Friday, November 14th with dinner being served from 5 – 6:30 pm and the auction beginning at 6:45 pm.

Essex United Church Citizen of the Year, Neil McBeth, brought the message last Sunday, about his work as a Rotarian.

To have prayers said leave a message with Cherie Farquharson, 519-776-5392, or pastor Jim Hatt through church office 519-776-5121.

This is strictly confidential.

Our yard, bake sale, lunch and craft show is November 7. The yard sale only is November 8. Donations can be left at the church Monday to Thursday until noon. Please, no shoes, clothes or computer equipment.

Volunteers are needed Tuesday and Wednesday, November 4 and 5 to arrange items, and for November 7 and 8 to sell and finally tear down. For information call Allan Halliday Continued on Page 20

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Ghoulish Gesto Spook House collects largest donation yet

by Sylene Argent There were plenty of screams and thrills this past weekend at the Gesto Spook House.

Organizers at the Spook House, which is located across the street from Colchester North Public School, were happy the weather cooperated, which helped attract a large number of visitors to the site to go through the 16 scary stations. Nearly 1700 people braved the haunted house that captures the Halloween spirit.

Work began on the Spook House the weekend after Labour Day, as the many volunteers were kept busy preparing this yearÕ s attraction. Some of the stops inside the Gesto Spook House offered scares in the form

of ghouls, the possessed, and other creatures that hid in the shadows. One large exhibit in the Spook House offered a carnival nightmare that housed

creepy clowns.

Admission was just two canned goods. Every year the food is donated to the McGregor based St. Vincent de Paul to help families and individuals in need get the essentials.

After hosting the Gesto Spook House on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, organizers forwarded a large donation of non-perishable food items to the St. Vincent de Paul on Monday morning.

This donation consisted of over 6000 canned goods

and other non-perishable food items. This is the best donation the Gesto Spook House has been able to forward to the St. Vincent de Paul. Ò I canÕ t believe thereÕ s so much. This is so generous. ItÕ s unbelievable,Ó volunteer Phil Jones of the McGregor based St. Vincent de Paul said. He was very grateful for the donation and thanked all the Spook House volunteers for their

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Repko, Prpich, Hogarth inducted into Hall of Fame

The 2014 induction class into the Windsor-Essex Sports Hall of Fame includes Dave Prpich (second from left), Sandy Repko (centre) and Bill Hogarth (second from right).

by Fred Groves Significant contribution to sports. That is one of the primary criteria to be inducted into the WindsorEssex Sports Hall of Fame.

This year’s group, which includes Sandy Repko, Dave Prpich and Bill Hogarth, exemplifies what it means to contribute. Between the three of them, they have logged more than 100 years of commitment and dedication to their community.

Friday night, at the induction ceremony held at the Caboto Club, they were honoured by their peers and received the accolades that they so richly deserve. While all of them are retired from their day jobs as teachers, they still make a huge impact on sports in Windsor-Essex.

Repko is the bubbly woman with the never-

ending energy that seems to be everywhere all at the same time.

“I don’t think I did anything that spectacular to deserve this recognition,” she said before the ceremony.

She first got involved in sports because she did not want to coach. It may sound odd, but she was a physical education teacher when she started at Essex District High School in the 1960’s and had no interest in that part of the game.

“I taught for one year, then I had my three children and came back.

I didn’t want to coach so I went to Al Langford (football coach) and asked him if I could do stats.”

One season led to another, and soon she was keeping score for Hugh Murray’s basketball teams.

To this day, if you drop by the gym during basketball season, there she is up on the stage keeping score.

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She has been very involved in hockey and continues to be the announcer at the Red Raiders football games.

However, without a doubt, track and field is her

favourite.

“It’s so nice to put [the events] on and see them win. I like to see the accomplishments they have,” said Repko.

Always putting others before herself, she was often seen bringing her husband to the games.

Asked what her most memorable experience in sports has been, so far, she said it was this past summer when she went to Vancouver and was on the field when her granddaughter won two gold medals at the national Special Olympics track and field meet.

And as far as what is next, well maybe tennis.

That is about the only sport she has not lent her generous helping hands to.

The Hall of Fame describes Bill Hogarth as an icon when it comes to

the impact he has made on wrestling not only in Windsor-Essex but internationally as well.

Currently he is helping prepare for the upcoming Pan-Am Games and his experiences have seen him be the Team Manager of the 2008 Olympic team and the 2013 Pan-Am Championships.

Like Repko he was humbled and surprised that his name was put forth as a nominee to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

“I was quite surprised.

Ross Spettigue, who I taught with, and is a good friend of mine, spoke on my behalf. He was the one who pushed it forward,” said Hogarth.

“I think it’s a wonderful voice,” he said of being inducted. “There are a lot of high school coaches

that deserve to be in this.”

Following a successful career as a wrestler, he started teaching. And at Essex District High School from 1982 to 2008 he led the Red Raiders to 13 WECESSAA, 10 SWOSSAA and three provincial OFSAA team championships.

In all, 56 wrestlers won medals at the provincial level under his direction including several who excelled on the international mat including Colin Daynes, Kurtis Mills, Barney Chauvin and Stuart Chauvin.

Asked what his most memorable memories of coaching were, he did not say going to the Olympics or the Pan-Am games, but preparing his local

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For a New Year’s Eve with friends contact Deanna Greaves at 519776-4654.

The Essex District Craft Show will be at Essex United due to construction at the high school. We need volunteers to set-up on December 5 and operate the show Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7. Contact Doug Rounding 519-776-8778.

Thanks to those who helped with our anniversary dinner and Sunday celebration lunch. All of that made for good fellowship.

support their efforts to fulfill the Biblical call to share from the harvest. Gleaners dries food for soups and snacks for those in need throughout the world.

homebound and in rest and nursing homes, those who mourn, are lonely, depressed and less fortunate, and any others not well at this time in your thoughts and prayers, with a card, call or visit.

Essex Community Services COATS FOR KIDS DISTRIBUTION: –- Our annual distribution dates are quickly approaching. Coats will be available at Essex Community Services, 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7 in Essex on the following dates: Sat Nov 8 from 9am - 2pm, Mon Nov 10, Wed Nov 12, Thur Nov 13 and Fri Nov 14 from 9am - 4pm. Please call 519-776-4231 for more information.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer Do not forget to turn your clocks back on November 1st!

EDGE, for children in grades 6, 7, and 8 is on Oct. 29, 7-8:30pm.

LIFE TEEN (Gr. 9-12) is on November 2 at 7pm. QUEST (Gr. 3. 4. 5) is on November 5, from 6:30-7:45pm.

The next K of C Fish Fry is on November 7, from 4:30-7pm in the Parish Hall.

The CWL present our WWII Hero Tom Robson, speaking on his life experience during World War II on November 10, at 7pm in the parish hall.

COR XXIV takes place November 14, 15, 16 at Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Contact Nick for more information.

The CWL will host a Turkey Dinner and Bazaar on November 23rd.

God Bless you and all have a great week.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church All Souls Day is Sunday, November 2. We owe much to those who shared their gifts so we have buildings, symbols of our faith and moments of ministry. We will celebrate those of the past through a booklet of stories and a display of memorabilia.

St. Paul’s next pasta dinner is Friday, November 7 from 5 to 6:30 pm.

Remembrance Day services are at Essex United at 10 am and at Trinity cemetery at 1pm.

Congregational council meeting is Tuesday, November 18 at 7pm.

A Holiday dinner show is being planned for December 6.

Watch for details.

The October Thank You Bank funds will go to Gleaners to

Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday worship service at 10:00 am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday school is at 10:15 am. A nursery is available during the service.

Last Sunday we welcomed seven children into God’s Family through the sacrament of Baptism.

Choir practice is held on Thursday evenings at 7pm. Men and women are invited to join us for music and fellowship.

Volunteers are always welcome and appreciated for our Nursing Home Services. The next one is on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 2 pm.

A Haiti Mission Project Auction & Dessert fundraiser is on Fri., Nov. 7.

Next Sunday the Door Greeters are Cliff and Connie Campeau, Elder on Duty is Margie Tofflemire and Lock Up is Cliff Campeau.

Please remember all the sick and shut - ins, those in hospital,

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All Souls Day Mass is on Sunday, November 2nd at 9 a.m. at St. Mary’s honouring our loved ones who died this past year.

Please keep Fr. Matt George in your prayers.

Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman Everyone is welcome to attend our Sunday 10 am Worship Service with Pastor Steve Jones. Sunday School is available.

Kid’s Club is every Tuesday at 3:30 pm led by Rev. Linda Hollingsworth.

Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes are to be returned by Sunday, Nov. 16.

Daylight Savings ends Saturday night. Turn your clocks back and enoy and extra hour of sleep.

Bottomless Bowls of Soup and desserts are offered on Sat., Nov. 8 at Harrow Baptist Church, at 5:3pm, in support of our Bible Club Missionaries.

Continue to remember in prayer those in nursing and rest homes, as well as the shut-ins in our community.

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to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am as we welcome Pastor Ken Brown, who will lead us in worship. Nursery supervision is provided.

All are invited to our next Free Movie Event on Friday, October 31st. We will be featuring How to Train a Dragon!

Doors open at 6:00 pm, Movie begins at 6:30 pm sharp! All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. A canned good donation is welcomed! Our next movie night is scheduled for Friday, November 28, 2014.

Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Lunch from 11 am to 1 pm. Crafts, Bake Goods and Hot Lunch.

Woodslee Friendship Club Hopefully your Hallowe’en was filled with more treats than tricks. Now it’s back to our normal weekly schedule of Euchre on Monday afternoons and Friday nights, and Pepper on Wednesday afternoons. The winners this past week were: Joan Broeders, Edna Chevalier, Colleen Chevalier, Marg Chevalier, LeRoy Davison, Mary Demars, George Diesbourg, Chap Fuerth, Irene Gignac, Dennis Lavasseur, Helene Manley, Joanne McMurren, Clair Renaud, Audrey Stanley and Cecile St. Denis. For information, contact Fran McKim at 519-961-9532.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Come join us for All Saints Day service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Rev. Ann will give the message. The Greeters at the door will be Chris and Kelly Sauve and sons. The Scripture Reader is Jean Matalik. The Scriptures are Revelation 7:9-17, 1 John 3:1-3 and Matthew 5:1-12. The lunch servers are Joyce Strople, George Sutherland and Audrey Stanley.

Congratulations to Ethel Allison who received the Cora Bailey Award by the Windsor-Essex Branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario. Ethel is a long time member of our church.

She has been a Sunday School Teacher, led the Jr. Choir, leader for Explorers, served on the different boards of the church and helped any way she could to serve our church. Thank you for your service and congratulations again.

Coffee and Conversation on Thursday at 10 am.

Lectionary Group at Belle River Tuesday 11 am to 12.

Church Bazaar on Saturday Nov 1 from 9 am to 1:30 pm.

Woodslee Millen Group submitted by Donna Roubos The Woodslee Millen Group are busy making arrangements for our forthcoming event to honour Veterans.

We had another successful LeeLee Hat night with newcomers of all ages learning the looming skill and we are pleased at the number of baby hats so far to donate to the local area hospital.

We also helped Lakeshore sponsor an Alzheimer’s Coffee Break in the Community Room.

Please take time to visit our new library with the unique fireplace. Grab a book and sit in comfort.

We had a successful Halloween Party that had 60 children registered. Loads of activities and much fun with all the great costumes the youth spent time to show off.

Also accepting donations for our Woodslee Memorial Cenotaph in partnership with Canadian Legion Belle River #399.

For more info. call Donna 519 975 1224 or Juliette 519 727 6343.

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Our monthly pot luck dinner will be postponed until Nov. 18.

Our next Friday night Bingo open to the public is Nov. 7. We need volunteers to help with those bingo games.

There will not be choir practice on October 31.

Join us for our crafting classes as we make items to sell at our Bazaar We suggest you come for a hot meal on Monday or Wednesday at noon or for homemade soup and a sandwich Friday at noon. Dessert and beverage are included. A reservation has to be made before 10 a.m. at 519-776-6689 We have received some gifts: several rolls of pennies for Pokeno from Evelyn Vivier, 50 pounds of potatoes and lemons, limes and peppers from Gail Boulay, and crocheted dishcloths from Dorothy Shuttleworth, for our Diners Club.

We welcome vendors for our Bazaar on Nov. 2, as well as help.

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1974 Plymouth Duster for only $300

1974 Plymouth Duster in sales brochure

Leon Hordyk writes: “The ad was as simple: ‘1974 Duster. Brown. Low miles. $300.00.Õ No bells and whistles, but $300 later I was mobile. No e-tests or safety checks, and insurance was $210 a year. I was going to school in Michigan in the mid-80s and needed a car to get back and forth to school.

“The Duster was a little banged up on both sides but the 318 V8 was solid. That old car was a lot of fun. We would load it up with five or six friends and hit the highway, off to the beach or concert, wherever the spirit moved us. As long as the weather was warm and dry, that is.

“In cold weather the automatic choke often needed help. I popped the hood, took off the breather cover while my girlfriend got a screwdriver to hold the butterfly valve open, then I jumped behind the wheel and tried to start it. A backfire through the carb scared the daylights out of her. I put in a manual coke after that.

“I knew the end was near one Labour Day weekend when I was going to the Pinerys to pick up my girlfriend and bring her back to school. I had stopped for gas and the latch pin on the driver’s door got bent out of place. The door wouldn’t stay closed so I buckled my seatbelt and held the door closed with my left arm hanging out, being especially careful with right turns. I got to the Pinerys, and when it was time to go, loaded the luggage into the trunk and got ready to leave.

“My girlfriend’s father went to open the passenger door, but the button on the door handle just moved loosely. I told him the door hasnÕ t worked for months. I said that it doesnÕ t really matter because she just slides to the middle of the bench seat. OK, Dad says, with not much conviction. I pull my door open, my girlfriend slides in, then I slip in behind the wheel and pull the door shut. Of course it bounces right open again. Ah, yes, the driverÕ s door doesnÕ t close, but no worries. I will just hold it shut with my arm. I still donÕ t know why he let me take his daughter with me, never mind let me marry her a year and a half later, but I am still glad he did.

“I got the latch pin welded in place when I got home, but a couple of months later the Duster became a field car for my brothers and sisters to practise driving in. Next car: a 1976 Chevy Monza V8.”

IÕ m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: Ò OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.Ó

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that won the seventh race with a time of

by Fred Groves Compeau off to 1:59.1 at the Western Raceway on Friday.

OFSAA cross-country • In other harness racing action, the seaIt was a very strong showing by the Es- son wrapped up in Leamington on Sunday sex Red Raiders at the SWOSSAA cross- and it was another great day for Maidcountry meet last week in Sarnia. stone’s William Leon. His horse Light Kennedy Compeau was 11th out of 110 Shine In won the eighth race with a time runners in the midget girls 3k race with of 2:00.3 and Ramraider was second in the a time of 12:21 while Olivia Sweet was third race.

15th, at 12:40. Compeau will now head to • Coach Mike LaChance of Essex will OFSAA on Saturday. lead the Windsor AKO Fratmen into the In the junior girls 4k race, Gabrielle Ontario Football Conference championFuerth was 11th out of 87 runners with a ship game on Saturday as they host Hamtime of 18:53 and Jonathan Chippett was ilton. The defending champion Fratmen 26th in the junior boys 6k. beat London 30-17 to advance to the fi • Matt Hobson had a pair of touch- nals. EDHS and Essex Ravens graduate downs, one rushing and one off a pass as Cody McCann had seven carries for 39 the EDHS Red Raiders were beaten 35-21 yards and the fullback was the lead blockby visiting St. AnneÕ s in WECSSAA se- er as the Fratmen gained over 300 yards. nior football action.

• Still with football, big congratulations • Goalie Trevor Wheaton stopped all to former Essex Raven Luke Willson who 13 shots he faced Thursday night as the caught the game winning touchdown with Leamington Junior Ô BÕ Flyers blanked St. 47 seconds left to play on Sunday as the Mary’s 3-0. Fellow former Essex 73’s Eric defending Super Bowl champs beat CaroShaw had a goal and an assist. lina 13-9.

• Caleigh Chauvin netted 15 points for If you have anything for the sports the EDHS junior girls basketball team as roundup, please contact Fred Groves at they beat Walkerville 40-34. Kristin St. FredGrovesgrover54@hotmail.ca.

Pierre netted eight points in the win. In senior action, Lucia McElwain had 14 points and Shaelyn Forster had nine in a 49-28 win over Walkerville.

• Matt Puempel had an assist for the Binghampton Senators in a 3-2 lost to Light-Duty St. JohnÕ s and had another Snow Blower helper and a fighting major the next night in a 5-4 overFrom... time loss to Leigh Valley.

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Repko, Prpich, Hogarth inducted... Continued on Page 19 Spook House collects largest donation yet... wrestlers to be the best they could be. Ò The greatest memories for me are the kids winning the big matches,Ó he said.

Dave Prpich certainly knew how to win and he is one of the most successful coaches in the history of the Essex 73Õ s Junior Ô CÕ Hockey Club.

The Hall of Fame noted that Prpich is, Ò one of the most successful and influential coaches in the history of Windsor-Essex County hockey.Ó Hard to deny that statement about the coach that took over behind the

bench of the 73Õ s in their second year and won the all-Ontario title and soon was stacking up many Great Lakes Junior Ô CÕ Hockey League crowns.

“When I first went in there in 1974, I had never really coached. I said give me a week to think about it and I agreed to do it. I fell in love with the job and stayed until 1982. It was a blast out there,Ó said Prpich who was raised in Cottam and went to EDHS. He excelled in football, basketball, track and field and hockey as a Red Raider and after

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decades of being behind the bench, moved behind the microphone where his smooth voice could be heard at track and field meets and football games.

From the 73Õ s, he moved to the Windsor Spitfires where he served in numerous capacities for 18 seasons including six times when he was the interim head coach.

As far as his hometown 73Õ s go, he says, Ò I am glad we were able to start something and happy that it has continued.Ó Prpich was a high school phys ed teacher starting in 1968 and spent the last 21 years at Riverside before his retirement.

As far as ever coming out of coaching retirement he said with a smile, Ò I would definitely say no.

I am turning 70. If I won the lottery and bought a franchise I wouldnÕ t have an older guy.

There might be wisdom in his statement but for Sandy Repko, Bill Hogarth and Dave Prpich, that wisdom has shown bright.

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League leading 73’s win three straight

by Fred Groves Despite falling behind 1-0 just 49 seconds into the game, the Essex 73Õ s regrouped and scored five straight goals en route to a 6-3 win over the Amherstburg Admirals last Tuesday night.

It was the third regular season meeting of the two clubs already, and that combined with two preseason tilts, has resulted in some bad blood and what is now a heated rivalry. Ò The game is done and we will take the two points

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This one saw Essex go to the penalty box for 23 minutes compared to 50 by the visitors. There were several players ejected from both teams and the 73Õ s cashed in on just two of eleven powerplay opportunities.

Amherstburg came into the game as the most penalized team in the nineteam Great Lakes Junior Ô CÕ Hockey League while

Essex came in with the least. Ò We talked about it before the game and in between periods about being heavy on the forecheck and donÕ t retaliate,Ó said Langlois.

Jason Brooks caught the locals flat-footed and off guard in a big way as the Admirals were up early, but Essex came back and it was 4-1 after 40 minutes. Ò We werenÕ t ready.

They (73Õ s) had a good warm-up but six guys on the ice werenÕ t ready,Ó said

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Phil Janikowski, recently returned from the Leamington Junior Ô BÕ Flyers had a pair of goals and was one of those six players on the ice when the Admirals scored early. Ò It was a slow start. Not just for the ones on the ice.

We couldnÕ t get our feet going,Ó said Janikowski.

Following a great rookie season last year, he spent a month with the Flyers and admitted after last Tuesday nightÕ s game that he is happy to be back with the 73Õ s. Ò It was partially my decision and even when I was up there I was thinking of coming back to Essex.

ItÕ s fun hockey,Ó he said.

Jordan Ryan had a huge game against the Admirals as he netted a hat trick.

Two of those began with great swift-footed moves, which is impressive for a guy listed at 6Õ and 215 lbs. Ò HeÕ s a big guy but he has soft hands and heÕ s hard to knock off his stride,Ó said Langlois.

Second-year forward Tyler Scott had the other

Essex veteran forward Matthew Hebert, wearing pink to acknowledge ‘Pink at the Rink’ last Tuesday, controls the puck against the Admirals.

Essex goal and almost made it two on the night, when on a shorthanded effort he was hauled down from behind and awarded a penalty shot which he did not convert.

Friday night in Alvinston, captain Scott Bromley led the way with a goal and two assists while rookie Michael Vieira netted a pair. Singles came from Janikowski and Willam Stadder.

Essex ran its GLJCHL record to 11-1-1, good for first place, as they blanked host Blenheim 7-0 on Sunday. Tyler Scott notched his first junior

hockey hat trick while Matthew Hebert had a goal and an assist. Dan Mainella scored with an assist from his brother Nick, with Stadder and Janikowski also finding the back of the net.

Noah Hedrick stopped all 22 shots he faced for his league leading third shutout in just seven starts.

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