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by Sylene Argent On the morning of September 10, 1813, a group of skilled carpenters were building a roof on a home that would soon house the John Snider family. Situated along the shoreline of Lake Erie, the carpenters laid down their tools for a moment to gaze out over the waters of Lake Erie. Straining their eyes to look out into the distance,
they could faintly see smoke rising and hear canons firing. The carpenters were witnessing the Battle of Lake Erie, a naval battle that would be one of the largest in the War of 1812. A shift in the wind would help the nine-vessel American fleet claim victory over the British fleet of six vessels. The victory would ensure American control of
Seventh generation homeowner, Kathy Dowling, and her husband Jim opened their 1813 built private home to 200 people on Saturday for a tour and a dinner as part of a John R. Park Homestead fundraiser for a roof replacement.
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the lake. Seventh generation home owner, and direct descendant of John Snider, Kathy Dowling, was happy to share that story along with a few other family facts, during the “To the Rafters - 200 Years in the Making” fundraiser on Saturday evening. Dowling and her family opened the private home, which her family has owned for seven consecutive generations, to 200 local historical buffs as a fundraiser so the John R. Park Homestead could replace the cedar shingled roof on its antique storage barn. 200 tickets were sold to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the battle. John Snider was born in 1747 and passed away in 1827. His family maintained the homestead he built on the Lake Erie Shoreline in Colchester 200 years ago. This was the first, and likely the only, large fundraiser the family will hold. In the past the family has hosted small dinner fundraisers for as many as 14 people inside the 200-year old home.
Since the John R. Park Homestead was in need of a fundraiser to fix a barn roof, and in celebration of the battle’s bicentennial anniversary, Dowling was happy to host the large tour, and visitors were excited to get in on the festivities. The evening included re-enactors portraying some of the Snider family members who lived in the home during different eras, and plenty of 1800s music. There was food to eat and a beautiful sunset to watch at the Lake Erie shoreline. One of the event highlights, however, was touring the Snider home, which still has many original features, including the supporting walnut beams. The main structure of the house is nestled in the side of a hill. The home’s addition was installed around a half of a century later. The original Snider home was a little log cabin that was built closer to the shoreline. One story told during the house tour had a supernatural flare. It was said at one point, there were some odd and ghostly activities happening in the house. A tour guide explained
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a picture of a young woman was found in the attic. When the frame was taken apart for cleaning, a second picture of another woman was discovered. Through some research, the woman in the hidden picture was identified, and later displayed in its own frame. Since then, the ghostly activity has subsided. John R. Park Homestead curator Janet
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by Sylene Argent YFRN makes an announcement Executive Director of the Youth & Family Resource Network of Essex County, Jenna Foley, updated Council regarding the organization and the Harrow Youth Centre. “It’s been a busy year for us,” she noted. When its former location was lost this past year, The Harrow Youth Centre went through a rough patch. “Although we were optimistic, the truth is we were very close to having to shut the doors on the Harrow Youth Centre permanently,” she said. Luckily, Foley added, the Harrow Odd Fellows approached YFRN about sharing space in their building on Queen Street. The organization was further rewarded a grant from Green Shield Canada and were notified there were three more additional years of funding available through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport in support for its after-school program. The YFRN, through the Harrow Youth Centre, looks forward to serving the community for years to come. Programs at the Harrow Youth Centre are
back in full swing. On Wednesday, September 18 the Harrow Youth Centre will host an open house from 6:30 – 8 p.m. for anyone interested in learning about its programs. 43 children are currently enlisted in its after-school programs. The support of Essex has been instrumental in helping maintain a programming presence in Harrow, Foley said. On November 7, at the Essex Centre Sports Complex, YFRN will unveil a new agency name and logo. The organization, she said, has outgrown its former identity and is ready for the next phase. Woodview Estates gets street names Charlie Hickey, one of the owners of the Woodview Estates subdivision, requested the streets be named after the developers: Dolores, Charles, Morton, and Ruth, as part of phase two of the Woodview Estates project. Councillor Randy Voakes noted the Town does have a bylaw that guides the naming of streets to be done after veterans. The bylaw, however, does allow for deviation of that guideline of naming streets after
veterans. Still having respect for veterans, he didn’t see a problem with the names requested for the streets as the developers have brought development and tax revenue to the Town. Council moved the street names be named as requested in Woodview Estates’ phase two of development. WLC presentation Harrow High School student Kara Tessier approached Council to make a presentation about her trip to Chicago in July where she attended the World Leadership Congress. She first approached Council on March 4 to ask for financial support, noting she would return to Council to make a presentation about her trip. As the Town is not allowed to sponsor individuals, members of Essex Council each contributed $50 out of their own pockets to help Tessier attend the conference. Tessier thanked Council for their personal support. Through the WLC, she was able to listen in on a keynote speaker each day. She learned many lessons through the speakers, including: to be adventurous, if ideas
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The first time I went to the Essex Area Food Bank was to cover a story in the mid 1990s. At that time, it occupied a small space at the front of Essex District High School. Food Bank founder and coordinator Eileen Clifford was asking the community for support in the way of donations. It was the summer and that was when the stock of food on the shelves at the food bank would diminish. Nearly 20 years later, Eileen is still a champion of the Essex Area Food Bank and she is still backed by a solid group of dedicated volunteers. The food bank, though, occupies a much larger space – still at the high school - and it provides food for many more people. Now, it isn’t Eileen directly who is asking for support – it’s the food bank’s board of directors. The problem is not a lack of food on the shelves; it’s the very real possibility that there will no longer be any shelves on which to put the food. The Essex Area Food Bank will be displaced because of the rebuild at the high school. According to the board, they have until the New Year to find a new home. And after
the rebuild is complete, chances are there won’t be room at the new school for a food bank. In the mid-1990s, EDHS Principal Mike Kraus was very proud that the food bank was part of the high school. It was something he made very clear to me when work began on the new gym and aquatics complex. The food bank was housed in the part of the school that was demolished at that time for the new addition. He said that they’d make it work and they’d accommodate the food bank. And they did. Times have changed. The administration, staff and students at the school are still proud of their close connection to the food bank but the new school will be smaller than the existing facility. There’s just too little room to spare. I think Essex is proud of the Essex Area Food Bank, too. That is apparent in the way that the community – residents and businesses – constantly rally in their support of it. We’d be sad to see it go to another municipality. Sadly, that could be a reality if we can’t find a place for the food bank to call its new home.
Right now, I don’t have any solutions or ideas. I understand the position of the school board. It is the board’s job to accommodate the students at the school as best as possible. Things, such as food banks, are not at the top of the list of priorities, students are. I also think there could be problems with the Town providing space, particularly long term/ permanent solution space for the food bank. Public sector entities and non-profits don’t always make good bedfellows – as the school board/ food bank pairing makes evident. The best solution then must come from a private citizen or business. Or possibly the Town could sell some property to the food bank for a very small fee. I don’t know. I do know we need to work together to find a solution. I do know we need to work very hard at keeping the Essex Area Food Bank in Essex. It isn’t just a service that we want; it is a service that we need.
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Farmers’ markets As I read the commentary in the Essex Free Press about the loss for Ontario Agriculture after the fire at the St. Jacobs farmers’ market, I thought about the failure of the farmers’ market in Essex. I know it was small peanuts, as the saying goes, but I think it could have grown. I have often wondered why it was not an attraction here so I compared it with the comments about the St. Jacobs market that would have as many as 150 vendors. One explanation was it offered everything from traditional farm commodities to boutiques. The rules at our market allowed only farm products. Someone was bringing cheese and that was vetoed. I don’t know what the people expected. When I talked to people here about why they were not interested, the frequent reply was “because the food isn’t any cheaper than in the stores.” Did people expect farmers to go to the trouble of preparing and bringing their produce to the market for a lower price than available at other outlets? Was no one happy to have a place where the
farmer would not have to sell at wholesale prices, especially when the buyers would not be purchasing a large amount? When I talked to the growers, they told me they could no longer afford to prepare all the items and then only sell a part of them and have to take a lot of it home. Some things they picked did not have a long shelf life and if not sold they had to be thrown out. I was interested in the comments in the newspaper about the value of a farmers’ market. The claim was made that such a market plays an important role in connecting farmers with consumers and contributes to forming valuable relationships. Then there is the value of opportunity for consumers to discuss the production and preparation of fresh food. The article assumes that consumers will be willing to support the St. Jacobs vendors as soon as some semblance of the market is established. Was our market too close to grocery stores? That should have been an advantage for convenience. Now I see there is talk again about a farmers’ market here.
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With the recent elimination of the railroad tracks, Essex has been given an incredible opportunity to enhance the beauty and livability of our community. The “Silo District” has immense potential. Take a walk on the pathway between Talbot St. and the Railway Station and imagine what could be, a green space and park in the middle of town. Picture a walking trail around the park. Visualize park benches, rock gardens and flowerbeds throughout. See yourself driving by at night and seeing sprinklers watering the lush, green grass and flowers. Imagine in winter, thousands of Christmas lights and displays lighting up the night sky. If you’ve ever been to King’s Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, you know what we could have. With the Railway Station as an anchor, and a municipal parking lot close at hand, we have the beginnings of something special. And then, right in the center of the park, a silo, with a mural, to really give it that “wow” factor. I realize the cost of restoring the silo and painting a mural are substantial, but if there is support within the community and from businesses, and the financial backing can be found, what a fantastic centerpiece to build around. Even without the silo’s, the possibilities are limitless. Look what the Legion did with the beautiful memorial at Town Hall. Anything can be done if a community works together and has a vision. Let’s put the “beautiful” back into “Beautiful Downtown Essex”. Rob Chapman Essex
Essex Area Food Bank needs assistance in finding new location by Sylene Argent Currently found in its quiet nook at the rear of Essex District High School, the Essex Area Food Bank has been helping local families in need receive essential food items for many years. The Food Bank now faces a dilemma, and its volunteers are looking to community members, service clubs, the Town, and area churches for help. Recently, the Food Bank was notified that during the construction process on Essex District High School’s rebuild project, the Food Bank would not be accommodated at its current location, which volunteers said is a perfect area in which to operate. The Food Bank needs a new location to work out of by January 2014. It is not known if the Food Bank will be able to return to a location at the high
school after construction has been completed, as the secondary school may need all of the facility’s space to accommodate students. Murray Chevalier and Jim Byrne are Essex Area Food Bank board members. They, and fellow volunteers, are now reaching out to the community. A new location is needed for Food Bank services. This year, the Food Bank has had around 500 client interactions a month. On average, a client interaction corresponds to three people receiving support and a good portion of those is youth and children. A year ago, the Greater Essex County District School Board approached the Food Bank board to discuss the renovations at EDHS. The volunteers were told that they might need to move locations during the construction
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period, and perhaps beyond. Around three weeks ago, Byrne said, reps from the GECDSB confirmed that the Food Bank would need to move during the rebuild and indicated that in the foreseeable future the space would not be available at the high school. What Chevalier, Byrne, and the rest of the Food Bank board members took away
from that was that they had to vacate the present location by January 1. “We’ve been discussing the possibility for quite a while, but we were hoping that there would be some plan or some way we could coexist during the transition,” Byrne said. “We did know they would have to make a decision
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Cottam celebrates fall with 51st annual Horse Show
Many local competitors hitched up their horses and ponies to take part in the 51st annual Cottam Horse Show & Fall Festival. Many community members lined the show ring to cheer on their favourite equine athletes.
by Sylene Argent The Cottam community was happy to say goodbye to summer on Sunday as the Cottam Rotary Club hosted the 51st annual Cottam Horse Show & Fall Festival at Ridgeview Park.
Bundling up in fall attire, families had ample opportunity to celebrate agriculture and have fun through participating in some of the many activities made available through the annual event. This year’s festivities
were expanded to help keep the day’s activity roster fresh and exciting. Traditionally, the annual event hosts a horse and pony carriage show, a chili contest, kids’ activities, a parade through the heart of Cottam, and a vendors’
market. New events this year included a 5km run, which was orchestrated in conjunction with the fair, and a trailer pull. Youth could participate in pony rides during the festival and there was a bouncy castle on site at the fairgrounds. Many youth, leading up to the event, put their creative skills to the
test and added a splash of colour to the official Cottam Horse Show & Fall Festival colouring contest page. Bettie Kerr, Secretary of the Cottam Rotary Club, was pleased with the many entries submitted into the youth colouring contest, which offered several age divisions. The
Rotary Club decorated the pavilion with the coloured sheets and awarded the top three entrants in each age division with a cash prize. Kerr noted this was the second year the colouring contest was held. There were many more submissions this year, which was
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Hawkfest attracts bird watchers to Holiday Beach activities will continue on this weekend for all those who were not able to make the event last weekend. Breault Stuebing hopes to see many families at Holiday Beach this weekend, ready to learn about birds and banding. The Hawkfest at Holiday Beach, she said, is something families can take advantage of. There are plenty of activities to engage young participants, novice nature lovers, as well as experienced birders. Youth have an opportunity to complete crafts, novice birders can take in a beginner birder seminar that is designed to help those new to the growing hobby identify different types of hawks, and advance equipment is on site for experienced birders to learn about. Birding, Breault Wilma and Peter Giesbrecht of Brampton are new to the birding industry, but enjoyed watching out for raptors during Stuebing said, is a fast Hawkfest 2013 held at Holiday Beach Conservation Area over the weekend. The festivities will continue on this weekend. growing hobby. Many birders, regardless of The annual event birders an opportunity to exciting experience, she experience level, head to by Sylene Argent hosted though spot a variety of birds, added. Seeing birds of prey is Holiday Beach during the partnership with especially the broad- The migrate over Holiday a Hawkfest Hawkfest to witness the Essex Region winged hawk, she noted. Beach Conservation Area the over the weekend was a Conservation Authority On Monday, just special treat for the many and the Holiday Beach after the festival came to birders who participated Migration Observatory, a close for the weekend, in the annual Hawkfest said Danielle Breault ERCA indicated through ERCA’s tweets that around 5500 2013. Local and visiting Stuebing, birders climbed the Hawk Director of Community broad-wing hawks Tower at the park with Outreach Services. were seen passing over binoculars and other Cooperating winds, Holiday Beach in around equipment to witness the especially on the Saturday an hour’s time. Spotting magic of migration. of the festival, allowed the hawks is always an
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raptors in action. A unique experience to witness during the Hawkfest, Breault Stuebing noted, is watching the members of the Holiday Beach Migration Observatory band birds before they are adopted and released back into the wild. The group members do a good job at explaining to the event attendees how they determine a bird’s age and whether it is male or female. The group’s research is nationally recognized, she noted. Aside from watching hawks migrate, event attendees were also able to take part in a dragonfly walk and also had an opportunity to look for songbirds. Having youth take part in the Hawkfest is great, Breault Stuebing said. The event helps to connect youth to the environment. Aside from learning about birds, young attendees were also able to create crafts.
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Essex Area Food Bank needs new location... as to what their classroom needs were.” After receiving the news, Byrne noted the board held an important meeting as to the future of the Food Bank. The first major decision of the night was, “Do we proceed to try to maintain a Food Bank in Essex Centre? “I think it was unanimous that there is a need in the community and we would like to do everything possible to maintain the Food Bank in Essex Centre,” he said. Chevalier said the Essex Area Food Bank Board of Directors is reaching out to the community. “We’re at the point where we need to
get some direction sooner rather than later because four months is not very much time.” He hopes someone, or an organization, will step forward and be able to help with a new location. There are a lot of items the Food Bank has to accommodate, including fridges, freezers, and computers. The Food Bank is searching for a location 2500-3000 square feet in space that is accessible for clients with special needs. It would also require a parking area to accommodate its clients. If someone has a location to offer, Food Bank volunteers would be happy to check it out, even if it is lacking a
requirement as perhaps that could be fixed in the future. The Food Bank would also need to have access to water for food cleanliness. It would also need a washroom for clients to use. Anyone with an idea or a location is asked to contact Lonnie Jones at (519) 776-9949. At its current location, the Essex Area Food Bank does not have to pay rent, which means it can focus more money on obtaining food for its clients. Byrne noted around 25 percent of the food items distributed are donated, the rest are purchased. Byrne added that whatever the Food Bank has to spend on accommodations in the future, it has that much less to spend on food and supplies for those in need. In order to receive items from the food bank, clients have to supply financial information. Byrne said the Food Bank volunteers are brainstorming ideas to
find a new location. He wondered if there is a church, a hall, or community group that could help with accommodations. The board, he said, thinks the Food Bank is important enough that if it has to pay for accommodations, it’ll have to step up and pay something in order to keep it going. Aside from helping those in the community, the Food Bank is also a vital contributor to the local economy. Chevalier noted the Food Bank spend $15,000-$18,000 a month in the Essex area on food and other necessities. The food bank is operated with the help of 48 unpaid volunteers, Byrne said. Chevalier commented that the Food Bank has had a positive relationship at EDHS. He estimated the Food Bank has been located in the high school, in one area or another, for the past 20 years. In late summer of 2009, the Food
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Bank moved to its current location, which was previously a computer lab. The current facility was one the volunteers were happy to take over. It was much larger than the previous location at the high school, was situated on a single level, and had access to lots of
parking. Aside from food, the Food Bank provides clothing for youth, baby food, diapers, and blankets. It also has a partnership with St. Paul’s Anglican Church, where it can refer clients to the Church’s Clothes Cupboard.
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Essex Council Notes for September 16... and space at the Essex Centre Sports Complex Grounds. Both locations have parking. Hunter Park does have two sides of fencing up already, which would save on costs later. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche noted Hunter Park has shade available and is well grassed. An acre at the arena grounds would have to be fenced, which would be expensive and could limit space for future events like the Military Muster, which took place there this summer. Council moved to accept Hunter Park as the future Dog Park location.
CAO Russ Phillips noted Administration could meet with the committee in the future to discuss the next step in establishing the park. Longtime Councillor recognized
Councillor Morley Bowmen will be a recipient of the Long Standing Award. Council recently received correspondences from the Ministry of Affairs and Housing indicating Bowman was chosen for the award. The award will be presented at the 2013 Ontario West Municipal Conference, which will be held on November 15 in London. Mayor Ron McDermott said the award was well deserved. He congratulated Bowman on the recognition. WaveDirect proposes WiFi at Harrow Arena and ERC Through a correspondence WaveDirect Telecommunications asked Council to consider a proposal that would provide the Harrow Arena and the Essex Recreation Complex with free WiFi Hotspots for patrons in exchange for advertising space to promote WaveDirect and its services. Council received the report. Council had budgeted $7,000 for WiFi for the Harrow Arena in this year’s budget. It was suggested to direct the funds to the Essex Arena for the signage boards, which have been slow working. It was suggested that recommendation
come to Council through a report and the request be looked at during budget deliberations. Councillor Sherry Bondy suggested the money could be used for the Harrow play structure. Dunn Road safety concerns brought forward Dennis and Peggy McLean approached Council about a few potential safety concerns they have with the development and widening of Dunn Road North. Director of Infrastructure and Development, Chris Nepszy, said he would respond to their letter this week, and respond to each of their concerns. He also noted it would be possible to have a meeting with the McLeans and Town engineers to discuss the listed concerns. Streetscape adopted as reference and HCCIP expanded Essex Council moved to support the recommendation that the Downtown Essex Centre Streetscape and Silo District Plan be adopted as
a reference document for long term improvements and that Stempski, Kelly Associates be retained to assist with the completion of a Community Improvement Plan for Essex Centre (at a maximum cost of $10,000 which was budgeted in the 2013 budget). Council also moved the recommendation to approve in principal a few revisions to the Harrow Centre Community Improvement Plan, which include expansion of the
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HCCIP area, introduction of new and revised grant programs, and to give public notice and to hold a public meeting in the future. * Essex Council Notes for September 16 will be continued in the September 26 issue of the Essex Free Press. Also, look for a comprehensive series on the Downtown Essex Centre Streetscape and Silo District Plan, and the HCCIP expansion.
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Leamington looks forward to four fall harness races September 22. Ken Martinuik, a Pari-mutuel Manager, was involved in getting the green light on the raceway dates. The four dates will be held in September and October, beginning this Sunday, with the final date slated for October 13. The Leamington-based harness races are part of an effort to start
rebuilding harness racing in the area. He hopes as many as 20 races are held at the Leamington Fairgrounds next year. Martinuik has been involved in the horseracing industry for over 40 years. Currently, he said, many harness racers no longer have enough opportunity to race locally. And some of the horse handlers and owners opt to take long trips to Toronto to race, which is hard on the horses, he said. The four race days, Martinuik said, will have smaller purses, but will add a little extra cash into the pockets of the winning racers. It will also be good for Leamington as a tourism event. Ten races are scheduled for each of the race days. The four race days are a part of an important test to see if the surrounding community still wants to embrace harness racing, Martinuik commented. Over the past year, many have dropped out of the horse racing industry
because of the industry’s current plight. “We are going to do whatever it takes to make it work,” he said. The Lakeshore Harness Racing Association, Martinuik added, is a non-profit organization. All monies generated will get put back into horse racing, he said. Many are volunteering their time to help put on the race dates out of their passion for horses and the racing industry. It is planned for the fall race dates to be family friendly. Youth activities and entertainment are in the works. A special event he hopes to host is a race under saddle event. Updates are available at www. lakeshorehorseraceway. com.
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nice to see, she noted. Inside the pavilion, people participated in the annual breakfast, which was well attended. Later in the afternoon, area residents were able to taste 11 dishes submitted into the chili cook off contest. Chili lovers voted for their favourite dish. Essex MP Jeff Watson was happy to learn his chili was selected as the event favourite, and
was the first to receive the new chili contest trophy. Second place in the competition went to Barbara McMurdie. There was a two-way-tie for third, which went to Gosfield North Communications and Grounded CafĂŠ. In the show ring, many competitors hitched up their ponies or horses to compete in the Horse & Draught Pony Show. Aside
from a list of competitive carriage classes, there were a few fun classes the local talent could take part in, which included musical chairs and a costume class. Though the weather was a little chilly, Kerr was happy it didn’t rain on Sunday. The dry, fall weather attracted a good flow of fairgoers to Ridgeview Park. She was also happy with all the support
from the community. She noted Mind and Body Studio and Calabria Pizzeria joined forces to host the 5km run, and Once Upon a Time Child Care Centre helped oversee many activities, including the colouring contest. Kerr said there are two major purposes in hosting the annual festival for the Cottam community and local residents to enjoy.
First, it gives the people an opportunity to have fun with their families. It is also a major fundraiser for the Rotary Club. With the event proceeds, the club members are able to maintain the Cottam Rotary Park and support various youth-orientated activities in town. During the festivities, Rotary President Lloyd Kerr noted the Rotary took
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the opportunity to dedicate portable fire suppression systems to the Cottam and Kingsville Fire Stations. The mobile unites will be stored on first response vehicles and are strong enough to suppress a vehicular fire. The units were bought with proceeds the Rotary Club has fundraised, and through the help of a Rotary International Community Grant.
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Local author having success with The Pink Hat by Jennifer Cranston “The Pink Hat” is a multilayered romance that also addresses familial relationships. It is a mystery that is full of surprises and suspense. Following the death of her mother, a women sets out across the globe to find her father’s first love. All he has left of her is a pink hat that he has kept hidden through the years. Author Veronique Perrier Mandal of Essex says she had been planning to write this novel for about 20 years. The story is based on characters she met in Bermuda a long time ago. “The main characters are all real,” she said. Bits and pieces of the story had been coming
to her over time and she would write them down. Eventually she sat down and started writing the whole story. This book has a special meaning for Mandal as it was released just as she was learning she would survive a nearly fatal medical incident. A malformed artery in her abdomen had been punctured and she was bleeding internally with no signs or symptoms other than fatigue. “On a Friday morning I just knew I was dying,” she said. It turned out she had had a catastrophic bleed. She is very grateful for the doctors who saved her life. She takes better care of herself now, she says. To
celebrate her new chance at life, she has started counting her birthdays from the beginning. This past July she turned two. Mandal is a registered nurse, actor, writer, playwright, journalist and college professor. She is currently a department head for three programs at the St. Clair College Media Complex and continues to teach full time. “The Pink Hat” is not her first writing adventure. She is also the proud author of two children’s books that she wrote in the 1980s, one of which, “Poff and the Balloonman”, is still available at Juniper Books in Windsor. She wrote the musical play “Heart’s Return,” that was produced at the
Capital Theatre. A writing partnership with her husband Chris Vander Doelen produced the nonfiction book on gambling “Chasing Lightning.” “The Pink Hat” can be found online at Amazon and at Indigo Books in Lakeshore. The Heart & Wig Boutique and Juniper Books, both in Windsor, also carry Mandal’s books.
Veronique Mandal is holding a book signing for “The Pink Hat” at Indigo in Lakeshore on Sept. 21 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Mandal also holds signing events for charity where $5 from the sale of each book goes to the cause.
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The family invites you to join us Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 1-4 p.m. at the home of Ruth and Brad Salter, 312 County Rd. 27. Your presence is your present.
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We sat beside your bedside. Our hearts were crushed and sore. We did our duty to the end, Till we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking. We watched you fade away. And though our hearts were breaking, we knew you could not stay. You left behind some aching hearts, that loved you most sincere. We never shall and never will, forget you, Mother dear. We love and miss you. Love Tom, Jackie, Jacob and Jordan and family xxoo
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Bonneau, Jeanette May (Jean) (nee Michael), 82 years. Suddenly and peacefully at home on September 15, 2013. Beloved wife of 55 years to Richard (Dick). Loving mother of Janice (Doug) Rounding; Rick (Bev); Sandy (Gary) Cookman; Doug (Rhonda); Mark; Tom (Deanna). Cherished grandmother of Michael (Amy), Jonathan, Jennifer, Stephanie, Ashley, Jacklyn, Joni, Chelsea and Jamie. Dear sister of Patricia Ratko and sister-in-law of Robert and Gail Bonneau. Predeceased by her parents James and Lillian Michael, sister Rose Marie Murphy and brothers-in-law Patrick Murphy and John Ratko and son-in-law Ron Lewis. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Jeannie graduated as a Registered Nurse from Hotel Dieu Hospital in 1952. She was a devoted wife and mother and endlessly gave of herself to her family. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave.E., Essex (519-776-4233). CWL Prayers and Parish Prayers were held. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 146 Talbot Street South, Essex with Fr. Thekkumkattil and Fr. Parent officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Leamington. Donations made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Alzheimer Society or the University of Windsor School of Nursing would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca ______________________________________________
Hooker, Marguerite (nee Smith) passed peacefully surrounded by her 4 children on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at 90 years of age and was then reunited with her beloved husband Thomas F. Hooker ( Jan, 2010). Proud and loving mother of Glenn Hooker, Mary Anne Gillespie and husband Rick, Steve Hooker and Bob Hooker and wife Liz. Cherished grandma of Heather Gillespie and husband Travis Wintjes, Rob Gillespie and wife Cheryl, Bryan Hooker, Sydney Hooker and Jordan Hooker and great grandma of Wyatt and Hayden Wintjes. Marguerite married Tom Hooker in September 1945 and together they raised four children on the family farm in South Woodslee. She loved her winters in Florida, gardening and lived for her grandchildren. She could bake pies like nobody’s business and the family will forever love and miss her. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Royal Oak for their patience, love and kindness. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). A Funeral Service to celebrate Marguerite’s life was held from the funeral home with Rev. Catherine Elsdon officiating. Interment Woodslee United Church Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Essex Food Bank or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca ______________________________________________
PHilliPS, Joseph Passed away peacefully at Iler Lodge on September 16, 2013 in his 89th year. Loving husband of Charlotte (nee Wilson) for 69 years of marriage. Dear father of Judy and husband Bill Libby, Greg and wife Karen Phillips, April Gale, and Bradley Phillips. Son of the late Vera and Percy Phillips. Treasured Grandfather of Stephanie (Jeff), Brett (Kelly), Tate (Leanne), Reed (Kaleigh), Shay (Dustan), Amber, Cory (Laurie), Kyle, and Paige. Great-grandfather of six great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Jack (Doris), the late Leonard (late Doreen), the late Bob (late Gloria), and the late Tom (Barb). Brother-in-law of Janet Stephenson and the late Garnet, Harriet, Everett, Evelyn, Shirley, Opal, and Ruby. Joe was a dairy farmer in Essex County as well as a grower/harvester/trucker for Green Giant. Joe was in business for 41 years as the founder of J.R. Phillips Trucking Limited. He was a longtime member of Bethel-Maidstone United Church. He enjoyed many years of hunting. His winters were spent in Florida where he enjoyed golfing and spending time with his friends. A special thank you to the dedicated staff of Iler Lodge for their care and compassion. Joe is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North Essex on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. On Friday, friends are invited to meet the family after 9:30 a.m. at Bethel-Maidstone United Church (933 Talbot Rd. Maidstone) followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Linda Blair officiating. Private family interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Bethel-Maidstone United Church or the charity of your choice. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com ______________________________________________
unHolzer, anthony Joseph “Tony” Passed away unexpectedly at home on September 10, 2013 at 67 years of age. Beloved husband of Julie (nee Plante) with whom he celebrated 24 years of marriage and the late Beth (nee Andrews-1986). Treasured and loving father of Lisa Unholzer, David & wife Julie Unholzer and Jamie & Paula Renaud. Dear papa of Mitchell, Brandon, Devin, Grace, Ethan, Erika, and Ember. Son of the late Martin & Annie Unholzer. Loved brother of Joe (Nancy), Willy (Beverly), Raymond (MaryAnn), Michael (Debbie), Mary Jane Prantera (Joe), Marty (Janet), Theresa Gates (LateGeorge), Larry (Jeannine), and the late Jim & John (Margaret). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Tony was a longtime dairy farmer in Essex County. Past president of Gencor, Essex County Milk Committee, Holstein Club, Director with ECFA. He was also a member of the Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Essex as well as the Knights of Columbus # 3305 Essex. Tony was an active volunteer with the St. Vincent de Paul and the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Visitation was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North Essex. The funeral mass was celebrated at the Holy Name of Jesus Church. Interment followed at St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Woodslee. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation & Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. You may send your condolences on Tony’s Life Tribute Wall at www.kennedyfh.com
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Meet Garrett Fodor - EFP Co-Op I am an Essex District High School student with a passion for sports as well as a dream of one day becoming a journalist. While looking to obtain journalism experience, I decided to take Co-Op. What is Co-Op you may ask? Co-Op is a course that allows students to work in the workplace in the field in which they are interested. I chose to Co-Op at the Essex Free Press because of the opportunity to write about local sports as well as to be involved in the community. Although my Co-Op placement is in my dream field, I also had to think about what I would go into if journalism does not work out. And after careful consideration I have come to realize that if things do not work out as planned I will pick up the family trade, which is the Heating and Cooling industry. Heating and Cooling is a family trade of sorts because my grandfather formed a heating and cooling company (Ideal Heating and Cooling) that is now run by my aunt and
uncle. As well, my father works in the same field. At a very young age, I was always following sports of all types, specifically hockey. Although I have never played hockey, I still have a passion for it. Maybe it was the goals or the hits or maybe it was former University of Windsor graduate Joe Bowen and his signature “ Holy Mackinaw” phrase he uses every game, or maybe it was Foster Hewitt and the history he has with Hockey Night in Canada or hockey in general. To be honest I do not know why I became so attracted to it. Both of those two are kind of my inspirations that led me into journalism since they are both well known for their hockey broadcasting
skills as well as Mr. Bowen’s radio shows that he does in Toronto and the surrounding area. Growing up a Leafs fan, I watched every game I possibly could. And liking a popular team in such a hockey market meant that there was a non-stop stream of articles about the Leafs for me to read, and maybe reading those articles made me want to become a journalist just like the people who were writing them. But now, I am addicted to hockey, whether it is watching an NHL game on TV or volunteering with the Essex 73’s, I get my hockey fix one way or another. Just like most other teenagers I like to unwind through electronics, whether it is watching my favourite TV shows - NCIS LA or the newer version of Hawaii Five-O – or playing games on my Xbox such as NHL 14. I look forward to CoOping at the Essex Free Press in the coming months and seeing a side of the community that I have not really seen before.
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Special Meeting of Council Mettawas Park Waterfront Development Plan As the Municipality of Kingsville moves forward on implementing the Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture Master Plan, we need your help on identifying what the community needs are as we begin developing our new waterfront park located on properties adjacent to the Mettawas residential development on Park Street. Residents of all ages are invited to attend a Special Meeting of Council on Monday, September 30, 2013 beginning at 7:30 PM at the Kingsville Council Chambers located at 2021 Division Rd. N., Kingsville. Staff will be providing a brief introduction on the importance of identifying community needs and goals for the interim and also strategically for the long-term over the next 10 to 20 years. This will be a great opportunity to hear your ideas and thoughts on how to develop the new Mettawas Park and also review some conceptual draft plans of the site provided by Town Staff. For more information on the Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture Master Plan, visit www.kingsville.ca or contact Dan DiGiovanni, Chief Administrative Officer (ddigiovanni@kingsville.ca) DATED at Kingsville, this 12th day of September, 2013.
Essex Community Services Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex County will be holding an information event for families and friends supporting someone with dementia on Tuesday, September 24, at the Alzheimer Society of Windsor & Essex County, 2135 Richmond St. Windsor, from 6-7:30 p.m. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. Please call Janice at 519-9742220, ext. 231, for details or to register. Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley van Huizen Join us on Sunday, at 10am, as Pastor Aaron Thompson leads our morning worship service which will include the celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Nursery supervision is provided. GEMS and Cadets takes place on Mondays from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. All girls and boys ages 8 – 13 are invited to attend. Our next Movie Night is on Friday, September 27. We will show Toy Story 3. Everyone is welcome to this free event! Children, under age 14, must be accompanied by an adult. Come and check us out online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca
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who shot a hole in one at Royal Estate Golf Course on his special day! Please remember all who are sick and lonely and in the hospital or nursing home. Bakerville News submitted by Evelyn Baker Weather has sure been a roller coaster ride this past week with extreme heat to needing a jacket. Celebrating birthdays this week are: my daughter in law Sherry, Tammy Dent, Leah Harris, my great grandson Cody, Heather Hoecherl, Red Cosgrove, and Barb Willsie. Celebrating anniversaries are: Derek & Andy Watts, Brett & Debbie Market, John & Elsie Smith, and Keith & Josie Dresser. The Pleasant Valley Community Club Pepper party winners last Tuesday were: Mary Lou Chibi, Elaine Taylor, Dorothy Fields, Don Ames, George Diesbourg, and Bob Ford. On Saturday evening the lucky folks were Evelyn Young, Mary Demars, Salvation Army Eileen Ames, Ben Puglia, Ken Salter, Grant Essex Community Church Beacom, and George Diesbourg. Door submitted by Carolyn Barnett Prizes to Robert Mogyordi and John Smith. Join us every Sunday at 10 a.m. for Prayer are requested for Angus Hoecherl, Prayer Meeting and at 11 a.m. for Family as he battles health issues. Worship with Kristen Gray. Have a great week everyone! Our community is welcome to join us for worship and our weekly activities. Every Holy Name of Jesus Church News Tuesday from 10 -1 p.m., we have a great submitted by Therese Lecuyer time at SA Connections. It’s an enjoyable CWL meeting on Tuesday, October 8 time of relaxation, meeting new friends and at 7pm. Executive meets at 6:30pm. New learning something new, with a delicious members always welcome. free lunch as well. A Parish Breakfast is on Sunday, Messy Church meets on Thursday, Sept. September 22 after each morning mass. Free 26, from 6-8 p.m. Families with kids of all will offering. Proceeds to Youth Ministry. ages are invited to join us at 6 p.m. for a The next K of C Fish Fry is on Friday, free family style dinner followed by crafts September 27 at 4:30-7pm. and activities, contemporary worship and a K of C Coats for Kids 3rd Annual Pasta Bible story. Dinner is on Sunday, Sept.22 from 4:30 Please keep all those on our sick and shut 7:30 at St. Mary’s Hall, Maidstone. Call in list in your prayers. Take the time to call Brad Nelson at 519-839-4704 for tickets. or visit someone and brighten their day. St. Vincent De Paul Bundle Drive is Sept. 21-22. Please donate clothes, furniture, Maidstone Cross appliances, etc. Please no mattresses. The submitted by Wendy Pulleyblank truck will be at the back of the Church. Good luck to all the St. Mary’s adult Join our Young Adults Faith Group baseball teams on your playoffs this on Thursday nights from 7:30-10pm for weekend at Co-An Park. faith, fellowship, and fun at Nick & Mary On Sunday, Sept. 22 the Maidstone and Fournier’s. Call or text 519-300-4504. Essex K of C Councils will host the 3rd Annual New Coats for Kids Pasta Dinner, Essex Retirees’ Social Club from 4:30-7:30 at St. Mary’s Hall. Tickets We are planning to hold computer classes can be purchased after each Mass or from a in conjunction with the Essex Youth Centre. K of C member. Watch for information. Inter Parish (Woodslee vs. Maidstone) A free hearing screening with the annual baseball game is on Sunday, Sept. 29 Canadian Hearing Society is on Sept. 26 at St. Mary’s Park at 1:30 p.m. from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Call for an appointment. 5th Annual Catholic Men’s Conference Our new exercise class starts Monday, takes place on Saturday, October 19th at September 23. Holy Name of Jesus Church. Get your Friday night bingos continue. Volunteers tickets early by calling Chris at 776-5157. are needed to help us in the little kitchen or Happy 100th Birthday to Adeline Jobin! Also, Happy Birthday to Patrick Quinlan
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on the floor. Larry Lane was returned to his office as president. Our choral group resumed practice on Friday at 1 p.m. Come and join us to sing. On the last Monday of every month, at 7pm, we hold special Pepper games with a light lunch and cash prizes. The flu clinic is Thursday, October 24.
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Betty Fields had the most peppers Monday evening and Dorothy Fields had high score. Regina Garrod held high score Wednesday night and Betty Fields had most peppers. Mary Lou Chibi held low score at both game nights. Pauline Olafson was the winner at Thursday night bridge and Floyd Cascadden was second. Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson Visitors are a blessing to us and we welcome all to join us each Sunday morning at 10:30 am. On Saturday, September 21, from 9am-1pm, there is a Book Sale, with over 2,000 books available at Harrow United. On Sunday, October 6, at 11:30 am, a fundraising luncheon will be held in order to support the Harrow United Kit Richardson Fund. A Communion Service at Harrowood is on Sept. 23 at 2 pm. A Fall Dinner is at Gess†wood Camp on Sept. 26 from 4:30-7 pm. A Covenanting Service, led by the Essex Presbytery, for Reverend Staples is on Sunday, September 29th at 3 pm at Harrow United. Please visit our website at: www.harrowunited.org
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Last Sunday we welcomed and dedicated our new Sunday School teachers Beth, Jean, Leah, Tara, Glen and Diane for this year. Thank you for sharing your talents with our young people. Join us for our Open House on Sunday, Sept. 22 and a special coffee hour to celebrate Lorna Simpkins’ 80th Birthday from 11am to 1 pm. On Tues., Sept. 24, the Essex Presbyterial U.C.W. Fall Rally is at Bethel-Maidstone U.C. Entertainment begins at 6pm., dinner at 6:30pm. All are welcome - men too. Oct. 1st is the nursing home service at Iler Lodge at 2 pm. Volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Door Greeters next Sunday are Diane Battersby and Pat Ellis. Elder on duty is Joanne Pierre and Lock - up is Gerry Farough. If you or someone you know is ill or in hospital and would like a visit from Pastor Linda, please call her at 519712-9512 or the office at 519-723-2284 so she can make arrangements to visit.
Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to attend our Sunday worship service at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday school is at 10:15 a.m. A nursery is available during the service.
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Senior’s Luncheon (LUAU) takes place at Church of the Redeemer on Oct. 2. Contact Dawn 519-978-1252. Join us on Oct. 2nd for the first monthly family night at St. Stephen’s from 6-8 p.m. beginning with supper followed by some family fun. This is a joint parish event Both churches will decorate for Thanksgiving and would appreciate donations of produce (fruit, vegetables), corn, gourds, etc. that will be donated to area food banks afterward. Sweetie Pies are taking orders for fresh baked pumpkin pie or frozen ready to bake fruit pies. Call Amy or Pam at 519-737-6850 ext. 28 to order. Essex United Church Next Sunday Dale Butler will be our guest speaker. Games night after pot luck supper is Friday, September 27 at 6 p.m. in the lower hall. There is a list in the narthex for you to sign and list your talent to offer for the Talent Auction. Gess†wood Retreat Centre is holding its fall dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 26. The Essex Presbyterial UCW rally is at Bethel Maidstone
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Legion Week in Essex kicks off with Remembrance by Jennifer Cranston This is Legion Week and our local Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201 kicked off festivities with a reminder of what the Legion is all about. Legionnaires, veterans and members of the public gathered at the Essex Cenotaph for a brief parade and remembrance ceremony on Sunday afternoon. It was the first in a series of events that celebrate Legion Week. The Legion is welcoming one and all to join in the week’s events that include a euchre tournament on Monday, a trivia tournament on Tuesday and seniors’ dance on Wednesday. Friday at 5:30 p.m. the public is invited for a fish fry and on Saturday things will conclude with Kinger’s Krazy Golf. The only event that requires any pre-registration is Kinger’s Krazy Golf. “Legion Week is a week for us to showcase to the public what we do in the community,” said Essex branch President Craig Chartier. “Hopefully it sparks an interest and inspires people to become involved.” The Legion Week recruitment drive began
in the 1960s in Chatham. It was so successful that it spread to southwestern Ontario and eventually province-wide. “We’re always in need of active members,” explained Chartier. “We have about 800 members but we lose on average about 50 each year.” There are many reasons people join the Legion. The Legion is not just for veterans and their families. For some it is out of respect for relatives and ancestors who served in the military. For others it is for the sports program. Some young people who receive bursaries join from a sense of gratitude and for others it might simply be a family tradition. Camaraderie is a big reason for many people to join. You don’t have to be a member of the Essex Legion to enjoy time there. Branch 201 is especially welcoming to everyone. Chartier is hopeful that people who spend a lot of time at the Legion become inspired. “The more time you spend there and the more you see what we’re doing, the more likely you are to become involved,” he said.
Pictured: Ron Wijngaarden helps local veteran Ed Caza lay a wreath at a ceremony at the town cenotaph on Sunday. Caza laid the wreath on behalf of local veterans. Caza served in WWII and in Korea.
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Ed and Kathy Shaw are looking forward to a fundraiser being held in their honour by their friend Gayle Hedges. Hedges hopes to help the couple with expenses associated with Kathy’s illness that has cost her one leg below the knee and part of her foot.
by Jennifer Cranston The community of Harrow is coming together to support a couple that has earned nothing less. Ed and Kathy Shaw have spent a lifetime
helping others. They raised four sons as well as Kathy’s younger siblings after her mother died. Ed coached minor hockey for 18 years and Kathy cared for the children of others
for 20 years as she drove them to and from school as a bus driver. Neighbour Gayle Hedges can speak to the warmth and friendliness of the couple as Kathy was greeting her as a new neighbour before she had even signed the paperwork on her home across the street. Hedges said that from that point on she couldn’t have hoped for a better friend. Kathy has been diagnosed with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD,) and it is taking its toll on her and the couple’s finances. PAD is a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries blocking blood flow to extremities and organs. She has been living in hospitals for 11 months and has day or weekend passes when her health allows. “About three years ago she was checked for poor circulation,” said Ed. “That doctor said there was no problem.”
When sores began to develop on her feet and she was no longer able to drive, she was set up with home visits from nurses to dress the wounds. She was very private about the condition of her sores so it was some time before Ed realized that her toes had turned black and brought her back to hospital. This was when she met a vascular surgeon and a specialist in angioplasty. She has undergone several surgeries: some to clean and salvage or replace arteries and some to remove parts of her feet and legs that cannot be saved. Kathy has been in hospital for more than 320 days. For the first 227 days Ed was there every day. Having been close to death more than once in the last year, she is very
appreciative of what she does have. “I’m grateful to be alive. It’s good to be on this side of the green,” she said. Kathy says people have already been very good to them. Someone gave her an electric wheelchair to use on her visits home. “I’m so happy,” she said. “I’ll be able to go to Tim Horton’s.” There are a number of expenses associated with everyday living for the Shaws. Gas to and from Windsor is one of the biggest expenses. Renovating and modifying their home to accommodate Kathy’s wheelchair is another. Even the many meals that must be purchased while Ed is with Kathy in Windsor are starting to add up. Another expense they
will have to endure is a series of prosthetic legs. Hedges is eager to help out her friends and with a lot of hard work and community support she has organized a fundraiser for the couple. The event will take place on Oct. 19 at Shooters in Harrow. A pasta dinner with homemade desserts will be complimented by raffles, door prizes and a silent auction. The party will continue with a disc jockey and dancing. Doors open at 6 p.m. “This is going to be an all night party,” said Hedges. Kathy has every intention of attending her party. “I wouldn’t miss it,” she said. For more information contact Hedges at 519738-2597.
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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch
Frosty Mornings That dreaded news was stated in last night’s weather report - danger of frost. I have lived through a great many September nights and I know it is not unusual for the first frost to come earlier but I like the memories of it not coming until late in the month, and sometimes not until October. Yes. I am a warm weather fan and I don’t complain about hot summer days. However, I have no interest in taking off down
south for the winter so I will soon have to get out my winter woolies. They are not like those I wore to school at Banner. Those were the long woolen stockings. I loved a red pair I had. I have told you about the camphor packets and the flannel undershirts and how I wanted to take it all off as soon as there were warm days in April. Right now all I need are a few pieces of old sheets at sundown to cover those vines holding un-ripened tomatoes and
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“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” - Thomas A. Edison
squash . The idea, as you know is to protect them from freezing until warmer days come. I don’t mean next spring; just a few days until the temperature goes up overnight for a while. What do you do with un-ripened tomatoes? I was reading that you should wrap them in newspaper after picking them and then put them in a warm dry place. The paper would keep them from bruising. I handle them gently as I pick them and put each one in a box or on a shelf where they do not touch each other without the paper wrap. I find it is best to leave them in a dark place and I will have tomatoes ripening in December. The important point is to be certain they are not bruised and that they are not piled on or against one another. Or you can have fried green tomatoes or tomato chutney. Did you see that movie, Fried Green Tomatoes? I liked it because one of the main characters was named Evelyn Couch and her husband’s name was the same as my father’s.
Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons By Janet Tharpe
Game Day Special—TexaCali Turkey Tailgate Fiesta Burger “Even the men who only eat beef in my family devour this burger!”
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aving people over to cheer on your favorite team and looking for something different to serve? Try Tamie Joeckel’s TexaCali Turkey Tailgate Fiesta Burger. It’s a taste touchdown! With tons of veggies, terrific flavor and a scrumptious cilantro aioli, there’s no way your team’s not winning when you serve this one. See step-by-step photos of Tamie’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: www.justapinch.com/turkeyburger You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember to use “just a pinch”...
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TexaCali Turkey Tailgate Fiesta Burger What You Need
2 lb ground turkey 6 slices turkey bacon, browned and drained 1 large poblano, anaheim or red bell pepper 1 medium white or yellow onion, diced 2 tbsp olive oil, light 1 tbsp ground cumin 2 tbsp ground chili powder 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste 1 pkg romaine lettuce leaves 2 large tomatoes, sliced 2 large avocados 3/4 c mayonnaise 1/3 c fresh cilantro
1 dash(es) hot sauce 8 slice pepper jack or cheddar cheese (optional) 1 pkg large burger buns 2 tbsp spicy mustard Directions
• Heat your grill! Finely dice the pepper and onion. • Brown the bacon and set aside to drain. • In a large mixing bowl, add ground turkey, pepper and onion. Take the bacon and crumble it into the mixture. Add the spicy mustard, cumin, chili powder, olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix lightly. Make patties out of the mixture for grilling. • For the cilantro aioli, in a
food processor add the mayo, the fresh cilantro (without stems) and a dash of hot sauce (or two or three...). Mix and set aside in a small bowl in the cooler or fridge. • Grill the patties and set aside under a foil tent to allow them to cook a little more and get juicier! • Immediately before you assemble the burgers, slice the avocados. • To assemble the burgers, I heat the buns on the still hot grill and place in a basket. • Set out all the fixings - buns, patties, lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, aioli and get set for a fiesta in your mouth!
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Romeril leads Essex 73’s to 2-0 start
Essex goalie Arren Romeril reacts as Amherstburg’s Dan Matoski rattles a penalty shot off the crossbar.
by Fred Groves The Essex 73’s started their Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ Hockey League regular season with a pair of wins and outscoring their opponents 19-1. In their home opener, Sept. 10, the defending league champs hammered the Wallaceburg Lakers
13-1 and followed that up by spoiling the Amherstburg Admirals debut, 6-0. Third year goalie Arren Romeril was between the pipes in both games, stopping a total 40 of 41 saves. Not bad for the guy who struggled last year and was yanked more than
once. “Last year I wanted to be the starting goalie and I put too much emphasis on that,” said Romeril after Sunday’s win in Amherstburg. “Last year is in the past.” Romeril was particularly sharp in Sunday’s opening period
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and twice he had to ward off three shots in a row as the 73’s built up a comfortable 4-0 lead. “He battled for the puck tonight and scrambled to get in front and block the shots. That is something our goalie coach Brian Spearing has been working on with him, to see through traffic,” said Essex coach Gil Langlois. The Essex goalie got a little puck luck in the middle frame as he got the better of Amherstburg’s Dan Matoski on a penalty shot. Matoski hit the crossbar and the puck dropped down onto the ice and hit Romeril’s pad before he covered up. “I know him very well and I know the move but I bit a little early,” said Romeril. For the second straight game, Essex came out fired up and scored four goals in the opening 20 minutes. Against the Lakers, it was 5-0 going into the first break. “We try to get them prepared and when you have a veteran team like we do, it’s a lot easier to get them up,” said Langlois. Captain Corey Beaulieu led the 73’s with a goal and three assists while linemate Daniel Slipchuck had a goal and a helper. Playing a very strong game at both ends of the rink, veteran blueliner Aaron Thiebert had a powerplay goal and an assist. Rookies Eric Shaw and Tyler Scott connected with the other to Phil Janikowski. In the opener against Wallaceburg, Dylan Solecki led the way with a goal and three assists while Colin DeLaet, Scott Bromley, Daniel McIntyre and Matthew Hebert each had a pair with singles from Shaw, Jordan Ryan, Alex Garon and Beaulieu. “It’s a good way to start the season, better than the
“Last year I wanted to be the starting goalie and I put too much emphasis on that. Last year is in the past.” - Arren Romeril
last couple of years,” said Solecki. Essex has had a bit of a problem winning home openers, but not this year as Shaw’s goal came just 26 second into the game. The win over the Lakers saw Essex up 5-0 after the first and they never let up. “If you do things like that, you get into bad habits,” said Solecki on easing up on offence. The 73’s hosted the
Belle River Canadiens on Tuesday night and Sunday travel to Blenheim to take on the Blades. SLAPSHOTS... DeLaet had a ‘Gordie Howe hatrick’ in the opener – a goal, an assist and a fight…Colin Lauzon backed up Romeril in both games. It was nice to see former 73’s goalie Trevor Wheaton at Sunday’s game.
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EMHA Novice Majors back on the ice Golden Years Mini Golf
submitted to EFP The members of the 2013-2014 Novice Major team include: Bryson Doherty and Dylan Rudge as goaltenders. The Skaters are: Kyle Gosse, Tyler Fleming, Drew Tetzlaff, Colin Brownlee, Konner McDermott, Gavin Brockman, Luke Ward, Kyle Morris, Kohen Fuerth, Charlie Paquette, Nathan Sauve, Quintin Raymont, Jacob Ranni, Cameron Derksen and Emmit Paquette. Last Sunday the team headed to LaSalle to square off against the Sabres. Bryson was hot early, making some great stops including a beautiful high glove save and would continue his solid performance throughout the game. With only one minute left in the first period, Kyle M. dug a puck out of a crowd in his own zone and chipped it up to Kohen. This sent Cameron off on a partial breakaway. He fought off the defenders and completed a deke of the goalie to put Essex up 1-0. The Sabres tied the game up early into the second period. Drew T. made a couple of great backchecking plays to help his goaltender and in the final two minutes of the period, the line of Kohen, Cameron, and Konnor worked the offensive zone pushing for the lead. Even with a couple of power plays, Essex could not pull ahead and with six minutes left in the third period, LaSalle potted the go ahead goal for a 2-1 lead. Get ‘em next time boys!
submitted to EFP Last week 39 golfers hit the greens at Colasanti’s. A total of 72 holein-ones, over 36 holes, were scored. Leading the ace parade with five was Iggy Arner followed closely by Gord Ellis, Rose Taylor, and Shirley Thiessen with four each. Three dropped for Kathy Bradley, Ila Ellis, Julia Kos, Frank Lasi, Marie Lasi, Duane MacIntosh, Al Rutter and Bill Taylor. Recording two each were Barb Arner, Ken Brook, Ethel Ferguson, Murray Hartford, Lloyd Honey, Bill Mayville, Betty McManus, Barb Murphy, John Murphy, Andy Orsini, Ernie Vandenberg and Norm Martin. Single hole-in-ones were tallied for Fran Clifford, Pete Daudlin, Barry Sweet, Irma Taylor, Winnie Moore, John Vlodarchyk, and Donna Wiebe. A remarkable score of 16, by Rose Taylor, lead the field for 9 holes. Shirley Thiessen and Ken Brook delivered a 17. 18 went to Marie Lasi, Frank Lasi, Bill Taylor, Barb
each notching a 78. Bragging rights, and first place, went to Team 9 [Bill Mayville, Pete Daudlin, Shirley Thiessen] with a score of 235. Second place went to Team 4 [Duane MacIntosh, Iggy Arner, Ethyl Ferguson] with a score of 242. Tied for third place with the score of 243 were Team Aces [Marie Lasi, Frank Lasi, Gord Ellis] and Team Kings [Rose Taylor, Eileen MacIntosh, John Murphy]. Play resumes at 9:30 am on Thursday, Sept. 19.
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1949 Hudson sedan on the road again!
McGregor was the site of the 2nd Annual 5 km run/walk Mug Run on Saturday.
Peter Barna’s 1949 Hudson street rod from Atikokan, Ontario.
Our phone rang. It was Eugene Barna calling to let me know that his son Peter was on his way from his home in Atikokan, Ontario, to Leamington, where he grew up, and he was driving his newly completed 1949 Hudson street rod – and would I like to see it when he rolls into town? “Yes! Yes! Yes!” was my reply. I had met Peter about three years ago when he rolled into town behind the wheel of his yellow street-rodded 1934 International pickup truck. At that time, he mentioned that he was working on a 1949 Hudson, and I said I hope to see it down here someday. That day arrived near the end of June 2013 when I drove over to his parents’ home here in town. The Hudson was parked in the driveway and facing the street. What a beauty! The gleaming Ruby Mica Pearl (’08 Subaru colour), dazzling chrome, and big wide whitewall radial tires made the car look like a picture right out of a glossy magazine. I was treated to a drive around town as Peter told me the story behind the car. Another resident in Atikokan had purchased the car some time ago in Pinawa, Manitoba, a small town northeast of Winnipeg. It had been off the road for several years and was complete but needed a total re-build. It was the Super Six model and still had its original flathead six engine. Peter purchased it and the fun began. He disassembled the car in his garage and found the floor was still good but the lower part of the body had rusted five to six inches all around, suggesting the car may have been stored in a watery area. The body work proceeded and included new inner fenders custom-made with a ’76 Nova front clip. The engine compartment now is a dream to look at. The engine is a 454 big block Chevy with 4-bbl Edelbrock carb and intake. A serpentine belt from Billet connects the alternator, A/C compressor, water pump, and power steering pump to give the engine a super-clean design. The master brake cylinder is under the dash to further enhance the clean design of the engine compartment. The transmission is a 700R automatic with a 9-inch Ford rear end from a ’76 Bronco. Peter had to search far and wide for a rear end with the proper width to clear the rear tires and found one near Oshawa. The only piece still missing is the stainless trim for the rear window. With Peter’s perseverance, we know he’ll find it! I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my latest book: “Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to 1965.”
by Fred Groves Mellanby to be inducted into Hall of Fame Congratulations to former Essex resident Ralph Mellanby who will be part of the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Toronto on Oct. 15. The producer of Hockey Night in Canada for many years, Mellanby is this year’s recipient of the Brian Williams Media Award. He started his career in sports broadcasting in 1960 and went on to win five Emmy Awards for his Olympic Games production work. • The EDHS senior football team started the WECSSAA season with a win on Friday as they beat host St. Joseph’s 1613. Tye Thornhill caught a pass from Matt Hobson for one touchdown while Leyton Spence ran in from one-yard for the other major. Will Weurch had a 17-yard field goal. The Red Raiders are in Leamington on Friday to take on Cardinal Carter. • Still with football, in a recent interview on Yahoo Sports, McMaster Marauders head football coach Stefan Ptaszek said that one of his assistants, former CIS Male Athlete of the Year winner Kyle Quinlan, has a future in coaching and a real thirst for knowledge. “Kyle is someone who gets the big picture on offence,” said Ptaszek. Quinlan, from South Woodslee, and an Essex Ravens product, is the running back coach for the team he led to the national championship.
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• Girls basketball is back on the court and the EDHS Red Raiders hosted an informal tournament on the weekend where each participating team played four games. The muchimproved locals came from behind to beat Belle River 35-33 in their final game. Trailing by as many as eight late in the game, it was a buzzer beater that won it. Essex also beat Brennan 36-12. Essex opens their WECSSAA season Sept. 24 when they
travel to Lajeunesse. • It’s a big weekend for hockey in Essex this weekend as the EMHA hosts its 36th Annual Early Bird Tournament. The host Ravens will have teams in the Novice AE, Novice, Atom minor and major, Peewee minor and major and Bantam minor and major. Action begins Thursday night and there are 63 participating teams. • In Junior ‘B’ hockey action, Essex’s Trevor Wheaton made 20 saves for his first shutout as the Leamington Flyers blanked St. Thomas 6-0 on Thursday. Veteran forward Tony Spidalieri had a pair of assists. • Essex’s Wes O’Neil is a volunteer assistant coach with the LaSalle Junior ‘B’ Vipers. He says he is not returning to the ECHL’s Toledo Walleye. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at grover45@hotmail.ca
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submitted by Mike Bennett South Buxton Raceway will crown its 2013 champions in two classes this Saturday night. The Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds and Lube Tech/Great Canadian Oil Change UMP Late Models will run season championship races as well as declare the 2013 points champions. Chatham’s Gregg Haskell has already wrapped up a second consecutive Late Model division championship as he takes a 121-point lead over Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford into the final night. The most points a driver can accumulate on a single race night is 97 by winning the feature and heat races. Chatham’s Darryl Hoekstra is on the threshold of his first Modified points championship in just his second full season of racing. Hoekstra, who shared his ride with Louisville’s
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South Buxton Raceway - Champions will be crowned Jim Fletcher in 2011 before going solo last year, has a comfortable 80-point lead heading into Sunday. He can clinch the points title by starting the championship race. A Hoekstra championship will also be notable, as his father Eugene is an eight-time track champion. The Hoekstra’s would join the Reaumes – father Brett and son Andrew – as the only father-son points championship duos in the 42-year track history. Eugene Hoekstra, making his return to racing after a 15-year hiatus, is 14th in the standings. He gave up his car for his son to drive in June when Darryl’s car was severely damaged in a wreck. The younger Hoekstra has two feature wins and 10 checkered flags on the season. Dick has the most feature wins in the class with five, including three in a row and four in five weeks during a hot streak from late June into midJuly. Two-time defending points champion Jim Dale Jr. of Shrewsbury is third but has been m a t h e m a t i c a l l y eliminated from a third straight title. Merlin’s Jeff Daniel and Wallaceburg’s Drew Smith round out the top five drivers in points.
Other area drivers in the top-15 points are Belle River’s Mario Toniolo in eighth, Windsor’s Dan McIntyre ninth, Essex’s Gerald Martin 10th, Wheatley’s Justin Mills 11th, Tilbury’s J.J. Beaulieu 13th and Clayton Smith, formerly of Woodslee but now lives in Taylor, Mich., 15th. Two drivers to watch who will start deeper in the field will be Merlin’s Joe Brosseau and Leamington’s Justin Coulter. Brosseau is 16th in points but has three feature wins and a division leading 11 checkereds on the season. Coulter, 23rd in points, has only raced three nights but has two feature wins, including Aug. 24 when he started at the rear of the field. Coulter, however, has indicated he may be running at Eldora Speedway in Ohio this Friday but possibly not at South Buxton on Saturday. Drivers will line-up according to points for the 30-lap Modified championship, so if Coulter does opt to race at South Buxton, he will be a threat despite starting at the rear of what could be a 20-plus car field. The Late Models have been dominated by Glassford the last half of the season, as he won five straight and seven of eight features starting in midJune. However, he lost his primary engine on Aug. 31 and didn’t start the Sept. 7 feature when he had problems with his back-up motor. Glassford leads the division with eight feature wins and 15 checkered flags on the season but he fell out of points contention when he missed two nights early in the season. Haskell is the only Late Model driver to compete every race night in 2013, as he has one feature win, four checkered flags and a division leading 12 topfive feature finishes. Chatham drivers Jim Jones, Brad Authier and Erick Walker round out the top five.
Wallaceburg’s Mike Lewis is a legitimate threat as he will start the 25-lap championship race in the third row, as he enters the night sixth in points after missing the first five weeks of the season. Lewis, however, posted 10 top-five finishes in 11 features and is second in checkered flags with nine. A serious challenger will be the driver of the No. 38 car, which will start near the rear. But it won’t take long for this car to get to the front, whether it’s Blenheim’s Andrew Reaume or Chatham’s Kirk Hooker behind the wheel. Andrew went three-forthree on Aug. 10 while Hooker won the feature and heat on Sept. 7, giving the No. 38 car five wins in the six races it ran in its two weeks on the track. Hooker, the car owner, said it will likely be Reaume behind the wheel on championship night if it fits into his Ohio-based schedule. The Tirecraft MiniMods, Windride Transportation Sport Stocks and Bombers will all run non-points races.
The three classes held its championship nights on Sept. 7. Cottam’s Denis DeSerrano wrapped up his third career MiniMod points championship but finished second to Merlin’s Steve Shaw Jr. in the championship race. Chatham’s Eren Vanderiviere won his third straight Sport Stocks points title but was runnerup to Grande Pointe’s Tyler Lozon, who won his second championship race win in a row. Blenheim drivers Dylan Bonner and Jeff Schives won the points title and championship race, respectively, in the Bombers, the first year for the entry-level fourcylinder class. South Buxton’s 2013 season ends on Saturday, Sept. 28 with a ‘Fun
Night,’ with special races for all classes including mechanics, ladies and staff. There was no racing this past Saturday due to the Canadian Sprint Championships at Ohsweken Speedway. The grandstand opens at 5:30 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. this Saturday.
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