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A LOOK INSIDE Essex Council Notes for Tuesday, September 21 PAGE 3 ______________ Lewis says re-election is humbling PAGE 7 _______________ Kinger’s Krazy Golf wraps up Legion Week with a twist PAGE 9 ________________ 2021 Fall Home & Garden PAGES 12 - 15 ________________ LaSalle Night Market concludes 2021 season PAGE 17 ________________ ERCA Bike Tours shows off Essex County PAGE 23 _______________

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Historical Research Partners recognize Maidstone Bicentennial Museum volunteers for dedication

Victoria and Romeo do to keep those memories alive.

“You two just jump right in,” McGuire said of Victoria and Romeo when a need arises at the local Museum. “We want to recognize those most deserving. We don’t take for granted all you’ve done. Thank you.”

Victoria and Romeo were surprised with the gesture and overwhelmed with the recognition.

Victoria Beaulieu has been the Curator of the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum and Chairperson of the Maidstone & Area Historical Society for many years.

The duo organizes and volunteers for events and programming, organizes displays, and recently oversaw the Museum’s newest expansion, thanks to a 2019 Ontario Trillium Foundation capital expenditure grant in the amount of $120,100, which added an HVAC system and electrical service for the entire facility. In addition, the floor was repaired, insulation was added, and Members of the Historical Research Partners (HRP) Lakeshore Councillor Kirk Walstedt, Ed drywall was put up at the rear building. The Byrne, and Tim McGuire (pictured back row), surprised Victoria and Romeo Beaulieu, volunteers of the grant also included installing a small addition to the rear building, in addition to a new outdoor Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, with a recognition award early last week. pavilion and storage area.

Earlier this year, Victoria got the Native The HRP Trio are dedicated to preserving

by Sylene Argent Volunteers are the backbone of the history, and have spent a lot of time helping to Heritage Gardens at the Maidstone Bicentennial community, and those interested in preserving digitize former Maidstone land deeds that are Museum certified as “Wildlife Friendly Habitat” the past are an asset in ensuring local history is housed at the Essex & Community Historical through the Canadian Wildlife Federation, had the Museum’s plain storage unit painted remembered for generations to come.

Research Society in Essex Centre.

Early last week, Tim McGuire, Lakeshore Walstedt said he and the HRP members have by artistic students at St. Anne Catholic High Councillor KirkWalstedt, and Ed Byrne, members worked with Victoria and Romeo Beaulieu in School in 2019, oversees summer students who of the Historical Research Partners (HRP) the past and appreciate all they do in promoting help with programming and achieving, leads the Junior Historical Society, organizes special trio, surprised Victoria and Romeo Beaulieu, and preserving local history. volunteers of the Maidstone Bicentennial Because the trio understands the importance displays to commemorate Remembrance Day, Museum, with a recognition award that of recognizing volunteers, they started and hosts special programming to promote Walstedt handmade of local, 150-year-old barn presenting awards last year to show volunteers bees, butterflies, and Indigenous history.

The Maidstone Bicentennial Museum wood. their efforts are appreciated.

The awards noted the couple was being McGuire noted that before the creation of facility was originally built in 1915 and was recognized for their outstanding contribution to the Municipality of Lakeshore, Maidstone used as the second Town Hall for the Township preserving Canadian history. existed, and the HRP group members love what Continued on Page 6

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021 INSIDE THIS WEEK’S COUNCIL NOTES...

• Approval for the removal of holding zone restrictions for Phases 1 and 5 of the Essex Town Centre Subdivision • • Site Plan Control Approved for 320 South Talbot Road • • Building down 186.6 percent in August 2021 versus August 2020 • & MORE...

by Sylene Argent Fury Training Grounds request approval to set up tent to accommodate fundraiser Essex Council approved Dave Cassidy’s, owner of Fury Training Grounds, request to put up a tent in the parking lot of the adjacent Essex Centre Sports Complex for a fundraiser in October.

Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche suggested Cassidy work with Jake Morassut, Manager of Parks and Facilities, to make the arrangements, including having the area blocked off. Council passed that motion.

Council approves name requests for streets in Parkland Estate Walter Branco from Noah Homes, which is working on the Parkland Estate in Harrow, requested the main street be named after the Pereira family, who owned the family farm that used to be on the site.

“When we purchased that site, we thought in the legacy to the family and what they have done in the community, we would like to name the main street Pereira Drive.”

He also requested the cul-de-sac closest to the parkland be named “Manuel Court,” after his father, another Fatima Court, after his mother, and Michelle Court, after his wife.

Councillor Sherry Bondy had no problem approving the names as she thought the street name requests were fitting and touching.

Councillor Morley Bowman asked if it was known if there were duplicate names in Town. Rita Jabbour, Manager of Planning Services, said there were not.

Council approved the request.

Nominations made for Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Awards At the September 7 regular meeting, Council received correspondence that requested nomination be sent for the Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award through the Ontario Heritage Trust, which recognizes individual, group, and project-based achievements in four categories

for Youth Achievement, Community Leadership, Lifetime Achievement, and Excellence in Conservation.

Administration recommended Elise Harding Davis be recommended for the Lifetime Achievement Award; the past and present members of the Town of Essex Municipal Heritage Committee for the Community Leadership Award; and the Friends of the John R. Park Homestead for the Excellence in Conservation Award.

Councillor Kim Verbeek thought the recommendations were excellent choices for the nomination for the awards.

Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said those who put together the list of nominations chose well.

Council moved the recommendation.

COVID-19 Update re: Town facilities CAO Doug Sweet spoke to the Provincial regulations that came into effect last Wednesday. Most of the new regulations affect the recreation centres, such as the Essex Recreation Complex, the Essex Centre Sports Complex, and the Harrow & Colchester South Arena.

Jake Morassut, Manager of Parks and Facilities, explained over the past few weeks, as soon as the Provincial government announced it would mandate checking vaccination status at recreational facilities, staff started working with user groups to make this as successful as possible.

There are some exclusions and age categories that affect this, he explained, as well as medical and religious exemptions.

Councillor Sherry Bondy wondered who is responsible to check vaccination status and if additional staff need to be brought on for that. Morassut said that will be staffed internally and staff will be working those extra hours.

Quite a few hours need to be added at the recreational facilities to have that staffing, especially at the arenas.

Sweet said the Town is hoping for additional funding from upper-levels of government, and the Town is tracking the additional costs.

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• I got a surprise

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Recently, I was asked to meet the members of the Historical Research Partners at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum to cover a story of the trio presenting a recognition award to Victoria and Romeo Beaulieu.

I was asked to keep the award presentation a secret, as the trio wanted to surprise the couple for all they do to promote and preserve local history.

I am pretty good at keeping secrets, so I had no problem keeping my lips sealed, even though I was excited for Romeo and Victoria. I have been going out to the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum for many, many years, covering all they do in this paper, whether it is an event they planned, a special display they organized, a grant they received for the facility, or detailing tribulations and how they were overcoming them.

As I love history, I have always looked forward to covering stories at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, and always enjoy learning

from Victoria and Romeo, and their slew of volunteers, while onsite.

I also always enjoy highlighting the historical finds and projects the members of the Historical Research Partners are completing.

I love history and very much enjoy writing historical articles, even if they take me a bit extra time to complete as I try to ensure everything I am including is as accurate as possible. I thoroughly enjoyed putting together the multiple-week historical series this past winter, which highlighted an array of local structures and stories.

I got a little surprise myself early last week, when the Historical Research Partners indicated that not only Victoria and Romeo were getting an award, I was as well.

They noted they appreciate my efforts and willingness to preserve history in the pages of this paper when I see an opportunity to do so, and share those stories with the community.

To say I was surprised with the gesture would be an understatement,

and I very much appreciate the recognition. I thoroughly enjoy writing history-related articles, even if they are often a bit timeconsuming, and always get excited when I get called up by a local group or individual, who is actually doing all the hard work and research, when they accomplish something great.

I never thought of my work worthy of recognition, as I just see my role as putting together an article about the great work others do, based on their own passion for history. So, I am humbly overwhelmed to be centered out for something I just love to do.

And the team members here at the Essex Free Press always go out of their way to make their articles and pictures I take, or collect, look great when published.

Thank you, very much, to the Historical Research Partners trio for the recognition. I look forward to working on the next historical article.

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Town of Essex Council Appoints New Director, Corporate Services submitted to EFP The Town of Essex is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Giurissevich to the position of Director, Corporate Services.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this position is responsible for handling all of the financial affairs of the municipality, including budgeting, financial audit process, property tax collection, asset management planning, and business services management.

Kate joined the Town of Essex in 2018 as Manager, Finance and Business Services. Over the past three years, she has been instrumental in leading the annual year-end audit and budget processes, was a key player in the successful launch of Virtual City Hall (online tax payment system) and developed several key policies, ,including an asset management policy and development charge interest policy. As required, she has served as Deputy Treasurer and most recently as Acting Director, Corporate Services.

Prior to joining the Town, Kate served as Staff

Accountant at Stefanizzi Chartered Accountant Professional Corporation, Assurance and Tax Manager at Hyatt Lassaline LLP Chartered Accountants, and Financial Analyst for Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare. Kate also severed for four years as the Volunteer Treasurer at the Welcome Centre Shelter for Woman, a Windsor-based charitable organization.

Kate is a graduate of Algoma University and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, specializing in accounting, as well as a Chartered Professional Accountant designation.

“Kate is a highly motivated individual and brings experience from both the public and private sectors,” said Doug Sweet, Chief Administrative Officer. “We are excited to welcome Kate to the Town of Essex team in this new capacity and look forward to her continued efforts in ensuring financial sustainability for the Town of Essex.”

Kate’s appointment went effective on September 20th, 2021.

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Essex Council Notes for Tuesday, September 21... are expected to increase or is a temporary measure.

Morassut said as of now, there is no indication the regulation will be changed. The user groups are governed by higher-level organizations. All those organizations, excluding Skate Ontario at this point, have given dates where each participant has to have a first vaccination and a second vaccination. At that point, the facility will not deny entry to those following provincial guidelines, but the user-groups may deny participation in those sports, due to their stricter regulation.

Councillor Joe Garon asked about arena capacities and how to socially distance when one game ends and another begins. Morassut said the capacity is set up to 1000 people, which is 50 percent of the fire rated capacity. He added there is signage throughout the facility to help with social distancing.

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen asked if people already recovered from the “flu” would be allowed entry or if they could take a test as some may want to

see just one big game. Morassut said the restrictions set out are from the provincial-level, the answer to both questions is no.

The Town has installed cameras at the rink facilities, so people can watch remotely on the Town of Essex website.

Vander Doelen suggested a roped-off area for those who don’t need or don’t want to be vaccinated.

“I’ve heard this over and over that this is the provincial demand that is coming down from above, but that doesn’t mean that I have to agree with it or that anyone else has to agree with it; and I certainly don’t.

I think what is happening here is a really severe loss of human rights. We are creating two tiers of citizenship and rights here and it is unnecessary. There are other countries in the world that are doing fine, even better than us, without these rules, and I think we should be following their lead and not succumbing to these fearmongering requests from our central control, which seems to be more in control and more central all the time,” Vander Doelen said.

Vander Doelen voted against receiving it, though he understood why the report was brought forward, but he felt the need to stand up to it.

The reminder of Council members present at the meeting received the report.

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Approval for the removal of holding zone restrictions for Phases 1 and 5 of the Essex Town Centre Subdivision Essex Council received Planning Report “Request to Remove Holding Zone Restrictions for Phases 1 and 5 of the Essex Town Centre Residential Subdivision” and passed By-Law 2064, being a by-law to remove the holding zone restrictions for Phase 1 and 5 of the Essex Town Centre subdivision.

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Impromptu pie auction raises $2500 for local charities Historical Research Partners

by Sylene Argent On September 21, Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche and Hometown Family Pharmacy owner, Lonie Kady, presented $2500 to each the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) and Little Hands Kids for a Cause.

The funds were raised during an impromptu pie auction over the Labour Day weekend.

Meloche noted pies for the United Church were being sold at the local store, due to the cancellation of the Harrow Fair. Typically, the Harrow Fair includes the popular Pie Auction.

Due to the Harrow Fair’s cancellation, Meloche and Kady thought it would be a good idea to host a mini-

auction, locally.

“It was a well-fought battle, but in the end, Lonnie Kady bid $5000 on that pie,” Meloche said, adding it was decided to split the funds between the charities Meloche and Kady selected.

Meloche selected WETRA for the work they do, while Kady wanted to support Little Hands Kids for a Cause.

Kady said Meloche phoned him about the idea. “It doesn’t take much to get me involved in a pie auction,” Kady said with a laugh. Kady won the last two Harrow Fair Pie Auctions, which typically benefits the John McGivney Children’s Centre.

“Anything that binds

our community together as one, I am 100 percent behind; one community working together,” Kady said. “More than ever, as our independent businesses all made it through the shutdown because of the support of our community, it is amazing our survival rate is just incredible and that’s because…Essex and Harrow are truly two of the best small towns, with small town warmth and charm, supporting business.”

Becky Mills, Executive Director of WETRA, was pleased to receive the donation on behalf of the local therapeutic riding association.

“Richard has been an amazing advocate for us, telling people around the county we still have to feed our horses. Lonie has been supporting us through this whole thing, and we can’t thank these guys more for thinking of us in their pie auction,” Mills said, noting the funds will go towards helping to feed their therapeutic riding horses.

Linda Roelens, Vice President of Little Hands Kids for a Cause, said the donation, “Means a lot. With the amount of families we have in Windsor-Essex County that have kids with lifethreatening illnesses, this helps so very, very, very much. We couldn’t shut down because of COVID, because kids don’t stop getting sick. So, we’ve done everything we can to raise money for them to keep the families going.”

Little Hands Kids for a Cause provides families of a child with a lifethreatening illness with support in the form of gas cards, setting them up at Ronald MacDonald House, paying for meals, and helping to cover rent, hydro bills, and supplying groceries. “We provide anything they need to stay with their kids and get that kid healthy and not worry about anything else,” Roelens said.

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of Maidstone. It was used as the Town Hall for 50-years.

The first building was built in 1875 and was burned down in a 1914 fire.

The facility houses the original Council table.

In October of 2020, the HRP presented their first recognition awards to Essex & Community Historical Research Society (ECHRS) members Laurie Kowtiuk, and Doug and Donna Gammon.

Currently, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum is open Mondays, Tuesday, and Wednesday for 10-4pm and by appointment. Victoria is pleased to test those waters to see what works as the Museum has been closed for the past 20-months.

Since the start of the pandemic, volunteers with the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum have not been able to host events or fundraisers, which has been tough as it relies on those funding mechanisms to continue to remain open.

On September 30, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum will be open 10-5pm to recognize the first national Truth and Reconciliation Day and will emphasize aboriginal contributions to the War of 1812 and display other things the Museum has done to honour Indigenous history. It will also host a grand opening on October 2 from 10-4 to show off its new expansion, and with it, new displays.

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Lewis says re-election is humbling

Photo of MP Chris Lewis submitted. MP Chris Lewis recovers from a horseback riding incident that took place on Election Day.

by Sylene Argent On Monday, September 20, Conservative incumbent Chris Lewis was reelected as the Essex MP. He shared his feelings on re-earning the seat in the House of Commons a few days after the election, as he took some time to recover from a horseback riding mishap that happened on the day of the election.

“I’m incredibly humble to be able to serve again. It is always about service for me,” Lewis said. “The fact Essex has put their trust in me once again to represent them in Ottawa is something I do not take for granted. I don’t take it lightly, and I’m incredibly proud.”

He said he is “over the moon” proud of his team, who he said worked tirelessly over the 36-day election period to help get his message out. “They kept it an incredibly clean election, as I asked them to, and we stayed on message and the people of Essex obviously liked

what they heard and sent us back to Ottawa,” he said.

After an over $600M nation-wide election, not much changed from the results of the 2019 Federal Election. While canvassing, Lewis heard concerns and confusion from residents as to why there was an election being held during the pandemic.

“I think people from coast to coast to coast all felt the same way, because other than a couple of seats changed around; it is almost like changing the chairs on the titanic. And so, we are going to have to find some way to do some healing here and go completely bipartisan, stretch our hands out…talk to other folks, get across party lines, because there’s good ideas all the way around…I think there is an opportunity to work together,” Lewis said of moving forward.

Looking ahead, Lewis said getting the Canada/US border issue

Official Election Results - Elections Canada Elections Canada - Voting Results for the electoral district of Essex, as of September 25, 2021.

Population: 125,442. Number of electors on list: 105,28.

Total number or valid votes: 69,976 (Total number of votes 70,382, with 406 rejected ballots) People’s Party - PPC, Beth Charron-Rowberry, received 6,925 votes (9.9%) Liberal - Audrey Festeryga, received 10,813 votes (15.5%) Independent - Andrew George, received 172 votes, (0.2%) Conservative - Chris Lews, received 28,741 votes (41.1%) Christian Heritage Party - Jeremy Palko, received 182 votes (0.3%) NDP - New Democratic Party - Tracey Ramsey, received 22, 278 votes (31.8%)

straightened out to benefit the manufacturing and advanced manufacturing industries is a top priority for him, so they do not keep losing jobs. He also wants to ensure the support for small businesses remains in place for those who need it.

“These small businesses, we cannot afford to lose them,” Lewis said. “So, we have to make sure the support is there.”

He will also continue to focus on flood mitigation and shoreline protection.

“We have to remain very focused and vigilant on those things as well,” he commented.

What he is really looking forward to is getting back to being able to participate in events and meeting face-toface with Essex Riding constituents. He wants to get back to work to complete committee work and vote on difficult legislation, “But what I really want to do is go buy a pie at the Harrow Fair. What I really want to do is go peel an apple at the Ruthven Apple Festival…I just want to talk to people, so I can help them, and that is what I am all about,” he commented.

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WECHU - Youth and Vaccination Consent submitted to EFP The following statement can be attributed to Nicole Dupuis, Chief Executive Officer of the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU): “Vaccination of young people will prevent the introduction and spread of COVID-19 in schools and will likely help keep schools open. To advance this goal, young people have been provided an opportunity to be vaccinated at school based clinics.

COVID-19 vaccines are provided through the process of informed consent. At the time of vaccination, immunizing staff will provide education and answer questions on the benefits and risks of the vaccine prior to administration.

This applies to all eligible individuals including those aged 12 and over as long as they have the capacity to make this decision. This means that they understand: • what vaccination

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The WindsorEssex County Health Unit understands and respects youth’s right to consent to healthcare and recommends that all youth (aged 12-17) speak about this decision with a parent, guardian, or an adult they trust. If youth are not able to consent to receiving the vaccine, they require consent from a substitute decision-maker, such as a parent or legal guardian.

Getting vaccinated remains one of the most important steps an individual can take to protect themselves and those around them from COVID-19. The WECHU is working with local school boards to identify and plan opportunities to support youth vaccination in our community.

Please visit the www. wechu.org for more information about the COVID-19 vaccine and how to book an appointment or the Ministry of Health resources for more information about youth vaccination.”

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Essex Council notes...

The Report to Council notes the Essex Town Centre subdivision, located south of Maidstone Avenue, east of South Talbot Road, is currently being developed for the first two phases of construction.

It adds the subdivision is zoned HR2.2. Where the prefix “H” precedes any zoning district symbol, no use, building, and construction will be permitted.

The Holding can be removed when the property is on a registered plan of subdivision; and, full municipal services (a paved road, a municipal sanitary sewer and an approved stormwater outlet) are available or an executed agreement to provide full municipal services is in effect. It is now appropriate to remove the holding restriction for Phases 1 and 5, as requested, through adoption of Bylaw 2064, the Report to Council notes.

Councillor Sherry Bondy said she welcomes new homes in the community, but is still frustrated with outstanding issues with a new subdivision. She is still getting complaints and had a sitevisit recently.

“We seem to be going full steam ahead – develop, develop, develop – without making sure our existing developments are okay. We as a Council and administration need to provide the residents of existing developments that their complaints are going to be taken seriously,” Bondy said.

Lori Chadwick, Director of Development Services, said there are protocols and securities in place where a subdivision would not be assumed by the Town, until certain matters are addressed. She said Town staff are aware of the issues at the other subdivision and have come up with a solution and are meeting internally to work out matters and will approach the developer with a proposed solution.

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Site Plan Control Approved for 320 South Talbot Road Essex Council received Planning report “Site Plan Control Approval for 320 South Talbot Road” and voted to execute and register Bylaw 2065, being a by-law to enter into a Site Plan Control Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Essex and 1954990 Ontario INC, for the development of an equipment sales and rental agency.

The Report to Council notes this is a development of an equipment sales and rental agency at 320 South Talbot Road.

The subject property is around 2.5 acres of vacant property and is designated Industrial Manufacturing District 1.3 (M1.3) for Light Industrial and Business Park purposes.

It adds that 1954990 Ontario INC. wish to develop the lands for a twostorey, 12,597-square foot industrial building for equipment sales, lease, and rental, in addition to an ancillary parking area to accommodate 32 parking spaces, two of which will be accessible, and loading docks.

The industrial building will be occupied by Toyota Liftow Limited.

The M1. 3 zoning district permits an equipment sales, lease or rental agency.

Councillor Joe Garon said this is another good industrial piece coming to Essex Center.

By-Law passed to submit application, enter into a rate offer letter agreement for Fire Station 2 replacement project Council received the report, “2021 Capital Financing” and passed By-Law 2059, to approve the submission of an application and the entering into a rate offer letter agreement with respect to Capital Financing for the Fire Station 2 replacement project.

Building down 186.6 percent

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Kinger’s Krazy Golf wraps up Legion Week with a twist

by Sylene Argent photos submitted On Sunday, the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) wrapped up its Legion Week activities with its kookiest event, Kinger’s Krazy Golf, which was held at Royal 47 Golf Club.

Every year, Legion supporters and members hope to get a spot on the golf roster that typically sells out well in advance. Kinger’s Krazy Golf isn’t an average golf tournament, it challenges its participants to play the traditional game with an array of twists.

Event organizer, Marc “Kinger” Adams, explained this year’s event twists included the 84 participants having to tee off at the first hole using

only one arm. “It was very interesting,” Adams said of the new course challenge.

“Some hit it good, some not so good. It was a new thing this year.”

While working through the 18-hole course, participants also had to putt using a Landshark paddle, which was an event sponsor, tee-off while sitting down and while using a tennis racket.

“Everything went well,” Adams said of this year’s event. “We had fun.”

At the end of the day, Dave Renaud, Ken Ferriss, Kimmy Q, and Rick Watson won the tournament, while Reddot Adams earned the closest to the pin award for a fine shot on a par three.

After the conclusion of the golf tournament, the participants were invited back to the Essex Legion for burgers and fries.

What is nice about wrapping up Legion Week with this fun event is that it starts out with an act of remembrance through the Wreath Laying Ceremony

at the local cenotaph the Sunday prior.

These two events are symbolic of what the Legion is about, remembering and honouring members and having fun, Adams said.

In addition, Legion Week also included a Euchre tournament, a burger day, trivia night, meat draw, and pickerel dinner.

Every year, the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) joins branches from across the nation to celebrate Legion Week, which is designed as a multiple-day awareness campaign to demonstrate all the local organization does to not only support the community, but veterans’ needs as well.

It is hoped through Legion Week, the community can get engaged with all the Legion does and attract a few new members.

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42nd Ruthven Apple Festival takes place virtually

Photo submitted by CLEC. Pictured are the participating local dignitaries who took part in the Ruthven Apple Peeling Contest.

by Sylene Argent Community Living Essex County’s (CLEC) 42nd annual Ruthven Apple

Festival took place virtually last weekend, for the second year in a row, due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

The event kicked off on Friday evening with the opening ceremonies and the always anticipated apple peeling contest between local dignitaries, which was held at Simpson Orchards.

This year’s Apple Peeling Contest title was shared between Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos, who has held the title since 2019, and CLEC’s Executive Director, Karen Bolger, who tied for creating the longest apple peel at 88 centimeters.

“Over the years, Debbie Simpson and her family have been generous supporters of our agency and festival, and we are delighted they are hosting tonight’s event,” Bolger said during the opening ceremonies.

She thanked all those who took the time to support CLEC during the festival.

Essex Mayor Larry Snively said the love and care staff at CLEC show those the organization supports is noticeable.

“You help them along in life, and I think

everyone here really appreciates it,” he said. He also acknowledged the work the Ruthven Apple Festival Steering Committee puts in to organize and execute the annual event.

Throughout the weekend, virtual musical performances – from “Last Minute” and “Almost Famous” – in addition to virtual cooking classes and vendor markets were hosted online The annual festival is the largest annual fundraising event for CLEC, but with ongoing COVID concerns, the festival turned to a virtual format for the second year in a row.

In the over four-decades, the Ruthven Apple Festival has taken place, over $1M has been raised for CLEC to help support its clients in achieving their goals, while helping to create an inclusive community.

Currently, CLEC is supporting over 700 individuals, and their families, with an intellectual disability.

Fire Prevention Week to take place online October 4 - 8

by Sylene Argent For the second year in a row, Essex Fire & Rescue’s Fire Prevention Week activities will take place online.

Between October 4-8, area residents will be able to learn about fire safety and prevention through the Town of Essex’s social media page and website.

During Fire Prevention Week, residents will find different activities they can do at home, including

completing smoke alarm surveys for older grades and a colouring contest for younger students.

This year’s theme is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety.”

On the Wednesday, firefighters will hang door hangers around town to remind residents to check the expiry date of, and the batteries in, their smoke alarms and CO2 detectors.

Jacey Brockman, Assistant Deputy Fire

Chief, encourages residents of all ages to use this time to learn the sounds of fire safety. The smoke alarm chirp that takes place every 30 to 60 seconds, for instance, typically indicates a low battery. Individuals sometimes call the fire hall with concerns about that chirp, and firefighters are always eager to pass along the information and encourage everyone to keep the batteries

fresh in those lifesaving notification devices.

“We remind people to check them, because it keeps you safe,” Brockman said.

As part of the Fire Prevention Week activities, residents are urged to check smoke alarms and message the local fire department about that check to be entered into a draw for a chance to win a Fire Prevention Day kit.

In addition, as a

way to give back to local businesses, local employers are urged to get their employees to complete the smoke alarm survey from home. If any local businesses get their employees to do so, they could be entered into a draw for a chance to win an AED. “We are helping to remind people, it’s the law and safe for them,” Brockman said of the importance of checking smoke alarms.

He added the firefighters at Essex Fire & Rescue were really hoping

things could progress back to an in-person gathering this year, as the Fire Prevention Week event had to take place virtually last year as well, due to the Coronavirus. One of the key draws of hosting Fire Prevention Week every year is bringing the hundreds of youths who attend to ride in a fire truck, and it was thought this would be too challenging to do safely this year.

It is hoped Fire Prevention Week activities will be able to take place in-person next year.

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Essex Council Notes - September 21...

in August 2021 versus August 2020 Council received the development overview for August, which noted the total construction value, including all new and expanding commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential developments that required a building permit was $3,118,200.

This is down 186.6 percent from August 2020.

The average home sale price in August was $430,504 in Wards 1 and 2, which was higher than

the $409,109 average recorded in August of 2020. The average home sale price in August was $622,723 in Wards 3 and 4, which was significantly higher than the $439,093 average recorded in August of 2020.

Councillor Sherry Bondy asked if there has been interest in second dwelling units.

Director of Development Services, Lori Chadwick, said there has been a lot of interest since applications have been able to be accepted through the Planning and

Building Department offices.

Rita Jabbour, Manager of Planning Services, added the Town has received a couple phone inquiries per week in regards to secondary dwelling units, mostly from agriculture zones, but from urban areas, too.

Most inquiries are from those who wish to use a secondary dwelling unit for their aging parents or adult children who are having a difficult time entering the housing market.

RFT for Southwest Storm Sewer improvements awarded Council awarded the Request for Tender for the Southwest Storm Sewer improvement project to Sterling Ridge Infrastructure Inc. in the amount of $3,340,811.33.

This storm sewer project will take place on Brien Avenue West, from South Talbot Road to just East of Hanlan Street.

The project is expected to start immediately and needs to be completed by March of 2022 as there is a grant funding deadline.

Paving will likely be delayed until spring.

Kevin Girard, Director of Infrastructure Services, added the Environment Assessment completed for the project is to reduce and mitigate flooding to the area, and surrounding area.

By-Law 2063 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law passed Essex Council passed By-Law 2063, to amend By-Law 1037 the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law for the Town of Essex.

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Services, Rita Jabbour, explained on August 23 a special meeting was held to consider a series of general amendments to the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-Law. The amending By-Law will allow home occupations on lots that are at least 20,000-square-feet or greater in accessory buildings, regulations to reduce setbacks between main dwellings and exterior lot lines on corner lots, establish building regulations for lots of one-acre or less in agricultural districts, and will establish regulations for lots not

serviced by sanitary sewers by reducing lots from 20,000-square-feet to 10,000-square-feet, in addition to establishing setbacks for accessory buildings from corner lot exterior lot lines that have vehicle entrances.

This By-Law does not include anything on deck and porch encroachments, as discussed at that meeting. The feedback provided from the public and Council are being considered further and will be a part of another set of regulations, Jabbour explained.

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Craftsman home renovation ideas

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Many craftsman homes were built nearly a century ago if not even earlier.

That means these homes may be in need of some renovations that make them more functional in modern times without sacrificing their historic beauty.

• Siding: Craftsman homes are instantly recognizable from the street. Homeowners who want to maintain that authentic craftsman feel must carefully consider their choice of material when replacing the siding on their homes. The siding manufacturer Allura notes that fiber cement siding can be a great option for homeowners who want to replicate the original design of craftsman homes built with sported boardand-batten siding. Fiber cement siding gives the appearance of wood when installed and does not fade quickly or require significant maintenance.

• Exterior colour: Homeowners need not feel beholden to certain colour when replacing siding or repainting their homes’ exteriors. Nautical colour schemes featuring navy blue exteriors with white accents can highlight features that are unique to craftsman homes, but more understated colours and tones can work just as well.

• Porches: An expansive, welcoming front porch that makes for the perfect place to relax and read when the outdoors beckons is a telltale feature of craftsman homes. Furniture options abound when homeowners are looking to upgrade

the living spaces just outside the front door of their craftsman homes.

Adirondack chairs can make a porch a relaxing place to enjoy a morning coffee or post-dinner digestif, while wicker furniture can help homeowners establish a relaxing vibe for summer.

A porch swing or hammock can make that relaxing vibe resonate even more.

• Real wood cabinets: Cabinets are a popular avenue homeowners look to when they want to give their kitchens a new look without breaking the bank.

When upgrading cabinets in a craftsman home, the home renovation experts at HGTV note that craftsman-

style kitchen cabinets often feature straight lines and minimal ornamentation.

Cabinets are typically made from heavy woods like quartersawn oak, hickory, cherry, or maple.

HGTV notes that updating the cabinets in a craftsman home often requires custom cabinetmakers, so the project may be more expensive than it would be if replacing the cabinets in a different style of home.

Craftsman homes are instantly recognizable thanks to many of their unique features. There are various ways to renovate craftsman homes yet still maintain their authentic feel.

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Signs it is time to overhaul your kitchen Remodeling a kitchen adds value to a home.

Remodeling Magazine’s “Cost vs. Value Report” indicates mid-range kitchen remodels cost about $66,000, and homeowners can expect to recover about 60 to 80 percent of that cost at resale.

Homeowners may wonder if remodeling their kitchens is worth the investment. But homeowners should not just consider cost, but also the current conditions of their kitchens when deciding if a renovation project is the right move to make. These signs indicate it may be time to renovate a kitchen.

• Breakers are triggered: If the lights go dark from a tripped circuit breaker every time you try to microwave and run the toaster oven at the same time, your wiring is likely not up to the task of handling the workload and could be out of date. A kitchen remodel will assess wiring load needs and an electric overhaul may be necessary.

• Lack of storage: One of the biggest hassles homeowners encounter in their kitchens is a lack of storage space. If making a meal involves a Jenga-like stacking and rearranging of kitchen tools, or if an avalanche occurs whenever you search for an item, you might need more storage. A carefully planned redesign can achieve this, even in a smaller kitchen.

• Outdated appliances: Even if your appliances are not avocado green or mustard yellow relics of the 1970s, they might still need to be replaced. According to CRD Design, appliances are only expected to last around 10 to 15 years. If appliances have become unsafe or energy hogs, it could be time for a remodel.

• Family is expanding (or shrinking): Kitchens often are the heart of a home. They need to meet the needs of the family that resides in that home. A remodel can add space as needed. On the flip side, when a couple becomes empty nesters, kitchens can Continued on Page 13

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be redesigned and downsized to reflect their new needs and desires, such as the addition of a wine chiller or espresso station.

• Poor lighting: Task lighting is essential in a kitchen, but older homes may not be equipped with lighting where it’s most needed. A carefully designed

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remodel can improve lighting with under-cabinet lights, pendants, overhead lighting, and even natural light to make the space attractive and more functional.

• Frequent run-ins: The notion that you can have too many cooks in the kitchen refers to having too many people trying to pitch in or offer their opinions.

However, it also can apply to when too many people are gathering in a small space. Redesigning a kitchen can improve the efficiency of a space and make the room feel larger.

• Aesthetic appeal: Many kitchen remodels have been inspired by unsightly kitchens. Cosmetic changes can lead to big improvements.

Kitchen renovations can add instant appeal and help address issues that tend to plague outdated rooms.

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3 tips for your backyard renovation

(NC) As the summer winds down, warmer fall weather is the perfect time to give your backyard a facelift to prepare it for the upcoming seasons.

But while backyard renovations can be exciting, there may be potential hazards, so you need to be prepared. Here are three tips to help keep you safe and ensure that everything goes smoothly when you get to work.

1. Locate all powerlines. Before you begin, locate powerlines and make sure to stay at least three metres away from them at all times. There are chances of getting a shock by getting too close as electricity can jump or arc. This also includes the use of high-reach tools.

If your construction requires digging, you must locate underground powerlines as well by contacting Ontario One Call.

Private locates are required for privately owned underground powerlines such as supply to a pool or garage.

2. Always carry ladders sideways. Do not carry your ladder vertically, as it may come in contact with a powerline. Some people believe that ladders made from materials such as wood are safe because they assume that they do not conduct electricity. But always proceed cautiously.

Before you set up your ladder, check for overhead powerlines and place it at least three metres away.

3. Practise safe use of power tools.

When using extension cords, only use the ones rated for outdoor use. Never take a chance by using something intended for indoor use, even if it’s for a short duration.

The power capacity of your cord should be the same or greater than the tool you want to use.

You should only plug your cord into an outlet with a ground fault circuit interrupter.

GFCI outlets minimize the risk of shock injuries and fatal burns. If you don’t have one already, you can buy a portable one online or at your local hardware store.

Remember, if anything feels dangerous, it probably is. Avoid taking risks and stay safe by checking out more tips at esasafe. com/safety.

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Safety first when clearing land

New homeowners often see their homes as blank canvasses. Looking at a home as a blank canvas is typically associated with its interior, but it also can apply to landscaping.

Homes are empty of furniture and decorative items like photos and art

on the walls when new homeowners move in.

That makes it easy to see the interior of a home as a blank canvas. But that’s not always so easy in the garden or the yard, where brush, overgrown plants or trees and other eyesores might have been

left behind by the previous owners. A landscape must be cleared out before it can be seen as a blank canvas. Though clearing land may seem like a straightforward process, no one knows what lies beneath overgrowth or neglected areas of a yard or

garden. Do-it-yourselfers can typically clear land on their own, but some safety strategies should be kept in mind to ensure the process goes smoothly.

• Wear appropriate PPE. Personal protective equipment should be worn when clearing land. The appropriate PPE when clearing land includes attire and other gear that many homeowners likely already have on hand. A long-sleeve shirt, puncture proof pants and gloves and slip-resistant work boots should be worn when clearing land.

Homeowners also may want to invest in a hard hat if they will be cutting branches off of trees or cutting trees down. A face shield also may be a good bet depending on the scale and potential dangers of the project.

• Contact your utility company.

Overhead power and telephone lines

are visible to the naked eye, and homeowners should be conscious of those lines as they cut any high branches. But underground lines are not visible, and that can make clearing land dangerous.

Homeowners are urged to contact their utility companies before they begin to clear any land so they can determine if any underground lines are beneath areas they intend to clear out.

• Get a lay of the land. Carefully inspect the area to be cleared prior to starting the project.

Inspections can reveal the density of any vegetation that may need to be removed and reveal if there are any harmful plants like poison ivy growing. Many DIYers can remove small trees on their own, but a professional tree service may be necessary for large trees or those located close to the house. Homeowners

won’t want to cut down a tree, even a small one, if it can potentially fall onto the house. In addition, homeowners who are unfamiliar with chippers or stump grinders may be better of hiring a tree service to clear trees.

• Don’t go it alone.

No one should clear land alone. Even small projects are best tackled by at least two people.

Should someone get injured during the project, the presence of another person ensures someone can immediately call for help. In addition, clearing land can be more difficult than it appears, and having at least two people to pull old shrubs or carry tree branches reduces the risk of injury.

Safety should be the utmost priority as homeowners prepare to clear land on their properties.

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How to pick paint for home interiors

Many components combine to define a home’s interior. Some homeowners may be partial to certain styles, such as ultra modern or farmhouse, while others may opt for a more traditional look that cannot necessarily be categorized as one style or another. Though many homeowners may spend considerable time and devote a lot of energy to making their home embody a certain style, those who aren’t willing to commit to a particular look can lean on one component to make a stylish statement all their own: paint.

Colour can be a part of every homeowner’s design arsenal. Bold colours can be used to create a stunning accent wall, while homes with open concepts often utilize colour to define rooms.

Homeowners who want to revitalize their home interiors can do so with paint, and this approach doesn’t require homeowners to commit to a whole new design style.

Though paint may seem simple to novices, homeowners who have painted home interiors in the past recognize how complicated the process

intense colour that can up the energy ante in any room, which can make it an option for homeowners who want to spark debate around their dinner tables.

• Give personal preference its place at the table. Though interior designers may have years of experience picking

of picking paint can be.

Paint retailers have a seemingly endless swatch of paint colours to choose from, and before long homeowners heads may be spinning as they try to narrow down their options.

The following tips can help homeowners pick the perfect paint for their home interiors.

• Take stock, and photographs, of your current furnishings.

Many interior designers rely on a simple technique when recommending colour schemes to their clients. Choose a standout colour from existing furnishings, such as the dominant colour from a patterned decorative pillow or piece of furniture, and then look for the same shade to paint the walls. A photograph of the item can be handy when visiting the paint store.

• Lighten colours as you go up. The home renovation and design experts at HGTV recommend picking darker colour values for the floor, medium colour values for the walls and light values for the ceiling.

This approach mimics the look of the great outdoors,

where the ground tends to be darker than the trees, and the trees are darker than the blue sky.

• Utilize paint to create the vibe you want.

The home renovation experts at This Old House note that colours evoke an emotional response.

Cool colours like blue and green give off a relaxing vibe, which makes them ideal for bedrooms and bathrooms. Red is an

paint colours for a home and researchers may have determined how certain colours can be utilized to create a desired ambiance in a given room, ultimately homeowners are the ones who will be living in the home. So it’s important that homeowners pick colours they like for their

home interiors.

Paint is an inexpensive way to transform a room.

Homeowners can rely on a combination of colour strategies and their personal preferences as they try to decide which colours they want on their interior walls.

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Call for 2022 Committee Applications Applications are being received from residents interested in serving on the following Committees: • Heritage • Tecumseh Accessibility Advisory • Tecumseh Business Improvement Area (BIA) Persons successfully appointed to Town Committees and Boards are required to comply with the Town’s Policy No. 110 – COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

Application forms are to be completed and submitted online via the Town’s website.

Further Committee details can be found at www.tecumseh.ca/committees or by contacting 519-735-2184 Ext 143 or 117, and are to be submitted on or before Sunday, October 31, 2021.

Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh).

www.tecumseh.ca

Tecumseh Seeking Snow & Leaf Angels The Town of Tecumseh is seeking volunteers for the 2021-2022 Snow and Leaf Angels Program, commencing October 31, 2021, through to March 31, 2022.

Snow and Leaf Angels are matched with seniors and persons with physical disabilities, living in the Town, and in need of assistance to clear snow and leaves from Town sidewalks and driveway entrances.

Last year, forty-two (42) volunteers were able to support over forty (40) residents in Town.

Angels are provided with toques, and shovels, where necessary, and are identified to the residents they support. The Program is a great way for families to volunteer together, or for high school students to complete their 40 hours of community service.

Volunteers are required to comply with the Town’s Policy No. 110 – COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

To learn more about the Program and to complete a volunteer application, visit the Town’s website at www.tecumseh.ca/snowleafangels or contact the Tecumseh Town Hall at Ext. 143.

Seniors (those ages 65 or older) and persons with physical disabilities can also visit the Town’s website to apply for assistance or contact the Town.

Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh).

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Call for Award Nominations The Town of Tecumseh is accepting nominations for the following Awards: Dr. Henri Breault Community Excellence Award Donald “Donny” Massender Memorial Volunteer Award Senior of the Year Award Youth of the Year Award Nominees for these Awards must be a resident of the Town of Tecumseh. No person shall receive an Award posthumously.

Nominations must be submitted on the prescribed form, together with supporting materials, no later than Sunday, October 31, 2021.

Nomination Forms are to be completed and submitted online via the Town’s website. To learn more about the nomination and selection process for these Awards, visit www.tecumseh.ca/awards or contact 519-735-2184 Ext 143 or 117.

Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh).

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LaSalle Night Market concludes 2021 season

Pictured are some of the handmade goods available on Sunday at the Town of LaSalle’s Night Market.

by Garrett Fodor After getting a late start on the night market season, the Town of LaSalle wrapped up its night market series, with its last event on Sunday.

The annual event typically runs on the last Sunday of each month,

from May until August.

This year’s series had the addition of September to extend the season.

While having to adhere to COVID protocols and different setups from other events, volunteers and Town officials tried to simulate as close to

a similar experience as possible. The event featured booths that were socially distanced, oneway traffic flow, and guests were asked to wear masks, among other precautions.

“The community has been fantastic,” Owen Stichhaller, Supervisor of

Recreation for the Town of LaSalle, said. “They’ve waited a long time to have LaSalle events back, and the night market in particular is one that was canceled for 2020 and early 2021. Just having the support of the community is fantastic and we’re happy to see them out here and we thank them for joining us.”

The event featured more than 20 vendors from across Windsor-Essex.

Booths onsite featured items from soda pop and popcorn to dog treats, lawn ornaments, and home decor. The four-hour event also featured live entertainment throughout the evening, performed by Windsor residents, Dane Roberts and Madeline Doornaet.

“It’s nice that the community is trusting us to put on an event like this and welcome people back and that’s important to us to earn the trust back of the community as well as the vendors,” Kim Scherer, Recreation Programmer for Customer Care at the Town of

Dean Roberts and Madeline Doornaet perform for vendors and spectators on Sunday at the LaSalle Night market, hosted at the LaSalle Civic Centre.

LaSalle, said. “When you go to events like this and you see friends, families, neighbours, and dogs all coming together and having fun, it’s such a great atmosphere and it’s a pleasure to be a part of. We are glad to host an event like this safely, where the community can come and see one another and support local artisans.”

Both Stichaller and Scherer thanked the community and the vendors for their continued support and for adhering to the guidelines they had to follow. They

both also thanked the volunteers for helping with the event, along with the continued support they have received from LaSalle administrators and Town Council.

Stichhaller noted that while this is the last night market for 2021, there are other events the community can look forward to, which are hosted by the Town of LaSalle. These include the ‘Truck or Treat’ on October 30, along with holiday events to follow at the LaSalle Civic Centre.

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Celebrating

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WALTER & ANNABELL QUICK (GG and Grandpa)

Wishing you both the most wonderful 72nd Anniversary!

You’re 6 children, 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

In Loving Jace Sauve Memory

(July 20, 2012 - Sept. 28, 2020)

Dear Jace, It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn’t go alone, Part of me went with you the day God called you home.

Like a clown, I put on a show.

The pain is real even if nobody knows.

I’m crying inside and nobody knows it but me.

Thinking of you always!

Miss you terribly!

Love, Pepe

Love you both beyond words!

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KNEALE, Margaret (nee Toelly) - With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Margaret on September 23, 2021, at 69 years of age.

Beloved mother of Tracy Doherty and Melissa Davison (Jeff ). Gege of Matthew and Erica Davison. She will be sadly missed by Larry Portman. Dear sister of Don Toelly (Agnes), Diana Kwiatkowski (Kevin), Barbara Paynter (Mike), Robert Toelly, Richard Toelly (Melissa), Michael Toelly, and the late Joe Toelly (2006). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Margaret worked at both at Grace and Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospitals for 38 years. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and above all spending time with her grandkids. Margaret helped volunteer with 3rd Essex Scouting for many years. Cremation has taken place.

Visitation was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North Essex. A private celebration of life has taken place. (Viewable on the www.kennedyfh.com and under Margaret’s online profile). Interment Country Meadows Cemetery, Essex. Donations may be made to 3rd Essex Scouting by contacting the funeral home. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

Former Essex resident finding success with self-published book, “Trajectory”

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submitted to EFP photo submitted Greg Balkwill spent nearly his entire life in the Essex area, but moved to British Columbia in 2016 after retiring, so he and wife could be closer to their two daughters.

Though he planned to stay retired, he was lured back into doing what he loves to do, sell. So, he spent four-more years in the sales game, before retiring again.

When COVID hit, he decided to re-boot a goal that had been on his mind for 15-years. He decided to write a book on how to assist women and men to prepare for and succeed at becoming a respected sales professional.

In March 2021, he launched his book. It is titled “TRAJECTORY: Elevate your selling skills now. Transform from Sales Person to Sales Professional.”

What Balkwill had come to realize after 40-years of successful selling is that far too many women and men have started gung-ho in their sales careers and then became discouraged and quit. It even happened to him early in his selling journey.

Many lacked coaching and mentoring. Often, they

lacked effective training in the actual “sales process.”

“TRAJECTORY” is a playbook or a guide for all who are making a living selling something.

It matters not what they are selling. The proper selling process is required and this book teaches how to and how not to proceed.

Once your sales skills are well polished, one can sell anything.

Many humorous stories are shared in the book, including his own blunders and failures along his selling journey. It is a transparent walk, with him starting as a nine-year-old, making his first sale as a lawn cutter and journeying through the writing of “TRAJECTORY.” Inside the book are several short, highlighted pages with additional tips called “BALKTALKS” where gold nuggets of information are shared.

One critical BALKTALK is titled “You are always on stage.” There are 15 more.

Additionally, he interviewed six successful sales professionals with identical questions to allow new sellers to see the commonalities, challenges, and barriers in all sectors of selling. It is clearly not an easy role.

One interview is with an Essex Real Estate Broker Len Filiault of Century 21, who talked

about the importance of getting a mentor early in

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What’s Going On...

OCT. 2 - MAIDSTONE MUSEUM OPEN HOUSE  10am - 4pm at 1093 Puce Rd., Essex.

Free! Celebrate our new renos & expansion. For info: 519-819-5318 or social media.

OCT. 3 - HALLOWEEN DRIVE TOUR  Lazee G Ranch, 9039 Baseline Rd., Windsor. For tickets & info: lazeegranch.ca or 519-735-4541 OCT. 13 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W. For times and info: blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283 OCT. 20 - AMHERSTBURG BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  Knights of Columbus Hall, 190 Richmond St ., Amherstburg. For times and info: blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283.

NOV. 2  HARROW BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - Camoes Portuguese Club of Harrow - 390 Sinasac Street West, Harrow. For times and info: blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283.

NOV. 10  ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - Essex Centre Sports Complex - 60 Fairview Ave. W., Essex. For times and info: blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283.

HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. Look us up on social media for updates.

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519-776-4255 Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

Welcome to Essex CRC either in-person or online.

We are open and invite you to join us each Sunday at 10:00 am. All safety protocols are in place such as mask wearing, hand sanitizing, and physical distancing. Or you may join us online, each Sunday morning, beginning at 10:00 am.

Visit us at www.essexcrc.ca for a link to our Social Media page. Like our page make sure your notifications are on so you will be the first to know when we go live.

At this time, we cannot offer nursery supervision or Sunday school.

Come be part of the community, our ‘Take a Book Leave a Book’ Library is in front of Essex CRC church. Check the box often as the selection of books change up regularly.

place, and if you have any questions, please call the church office at 519-776-4628.

Bible Study, focusing on the book of Luke, has resumed on Tuesdays at 1p.m. All are welcome to attend and of course, Covid restrictions apply.

Our Food Bank continues to serve our community. If you have any questions, call Vicki at 519-776-4628.

Please pray for those who are ill or in nursing homes. A phone chat or card could brighten their day.

Essex Baptist Church Our modest congregation is open and welcomes you to join us. Current health regulations do give us capacity in our sanctuary. Come learn how to pray with us in our current series. Past recording of messages are on our website, which is updated weekly.

We are praying God’s blessing on all of Essex County.

Please let us know how we can more, specifically, pray for you. (email: pastor@essexbaptist.com).

Cottam United Church Cottam United is open for in-person or online. We would love to have you visit in-person. Covid protocols are in place and masks are required. Church service is at 9:30am, on Sunday mornings, so arrive early to be signed in and please keep the social distancing requirements.

The Prayer Garden is looking wonderful and we hope you will have an opportunity to visit, sit, and reflect and leave feeling a new sense of peace.

If you have a prayer request; please contact Pastor Kim and our Prayer Warriors will add it to our prayers.

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Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

Our in-person Sunday morning services have resumed.

Please join us this Sunday at 10:30 am.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods who would be pleased to speak with you. The number of Harrow United Church is: 519-738-4223.

Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www.harrowunited.org

Church of the Redeemer submitted by Kimberly Myer

The Parish of St. Stephen’s and Church of the Redeemer has returned to in person services. It is great to see everyone again. We also offer zoom services. If you would like to be sent a zoom link please contact the church office at 519-9697808 or email ststephens.redeemer@gmail.com.

All are welcome to our services. Masks must be worn and we have seating of six feet apart. Please come and join us.

We continue to uphold those who have become ill and our frontline workers in our daily prayers.

Thanksgiving Pies can be ordered from Church of the Redeemer Sweetie Pies. Please contact Amy at ahartley@ purewaterbrand.com to place your order.

Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes Essex, Maidstone, McGregor, and Woodslee news All up to date news can be found on our website at centralessexcatholic.dol.ca If you, or someone you know, needs assistance, please call the St. Vincent de Paul for McGregor at: 226-787-7493 or for Essex at: 519-999-1667. Please help support our St. Vincent de Paul Societies by donating food or monetary gift.

Stay safe and have a great week!

We invite you to join us for Family Worship Sundays at 10:30a.m., led by Major Jim Hann. Covid restrictions are in

We are happy to announce that we are now open for inperson worship. Masks and social distancing procedures will still be in place. We are pleased to welcome back Rev. Paul Rodey as our interim minister. See you Sunday at 10am.

The church office will be closed the week of September 27- October 1. Contact information is on the answering machine in case of emergency.

Our hall and building remain closed to meetings and rentals. The Children’s Drop-In Centre is paused at this time, until further notice.

Reach us by phone (519) 723-2284, email bmuc@xplornet. ca or vist us online: www.bethelmaidstone.com. Located 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone.

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The Essex Food Bank is open - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am – 11:45am. The Food Bank also has a new phone number: 519-776-4070.

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Trinity Anglican Church

This is the last week to order your frozen pies. Apple, cherry pies are available. Please order by Oct. 2 by calling the church at 519-839-5303.

Rev. Hilton Gomes delivered a powerful message about Truth and Reconcialation. What can we, as one person, do about the pain that our Indigenous people go through, often

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Continued from Page 19 on a daily basis. One of the most important, is to recognize their hurt, their grief and, their traditions. If someone makes a joke about our First Nations or demeans them, explain why it’s not acceptable; stand up for others.

Sunday services are at 9:15 am; all are welcome to attend.

Covid protocols and social distancing mean that we have to pre-register.

If you drive by the little, white Anglican Church in the cemetery and the door is open, stop by for a visit or spend some quiet time inside our beautiful little building.

Woodslee United Church

Wednesday, and Friday. The Community Food Pantry operates twice a week by appointment.

Check our our virtual programming, that you can do from home. Join us for exercise classes, chair yoga, Wellness Wednesdays, and Bingo.

Our Security Reassurance program connects a volunteer with a client to provide a little phone check-in. We are always looking for volunteers for this program.

Contact Carolyn at 519-728-1435 ext 216. Call 519-7281435 for registration, or information on any of our programs, or visit online at: www.communitysupportcentre.ca

Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman

Worship service is this Sunday, October 3 at 10am with Linda Hollingsworth bringing the message. Communion will be celebrated. Social distancing and masks are required.

Remember in prayer, those who are ill, those in nursing

homes.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps

Services at St Paul’s continue to take place on Sunday’s at 11am, please wear a mask and sign in upon arrival.

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our market last weekend, stay tuned for the next date.

Instead of our pasta dinner next month, a takeout only Stew Dinner( beef and vegetarian options) will take place on Friday, October 15th from 5 - 6:30pm. Please enter through the church.

For more information, about what is happening at St Paul’s, please see our website (www.stpaulstrinity.org) and our social media page for updates and worship resources.

Messages are checked regularly at the church office, you can reach us there at 519-776-7711. Stay safe and see you soon

submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Worship at 11:15 am. Rev. Carl will lead the service. Please say a special prayer for our friends on our Prayer List.

A video Sermon is available each week on our Pastoral Charge website. A copy of the bulletin is also available on the website. The website address is www.woodsleepc@ gosfieldtel.com.

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Rebel Pewees - Getting better in many ways Essex. Essex scored on the very next play, and did not look back from there, on route to a 54 to 12 victory.

Quarterback Jasper Mills handed off scores to the very talented trio of JR Kotyk, Ryan Smith, and Braylon Travis, all of whom scored touchdowns. Center, Danny Baughan with big strong Brock Bildfell, Hunter Roehrich, Lincoln Malott, and Aleksander Supic were part of the O-line that owned the field all day.

Linebacker Ethan Farano was stout, and corners Carson Mergl and Chase Ringler secured the edges, which forced runners

submitted to EFP Once again, football excitement grew all week in the minds of the young Rebel players, and they practised hard all week in anticipation of Sunday’s showdown.

The Peewee team, sponsored by Spartan Sling MFG and based out of Essex, met at Mic Mac Park early

Sunday to go over some plays. By the time the team took the field against the Raw Training Gators, the Rebels were in position to perform, and that’s exactly what they did.

Essex purposely pooched the opening kick-off, allowing Jimmy Hayes to crash down the field and recover the ball for

Remembering Jace Walk

submitted to EFP On September 28, 2020 Jace Sauve passed away after a heroic battle with rhabdomyosarcoma at the young age of eight. The Sauve family felt so incredibly blessed to have so many people and organizations support him throughout his journey.

To honour his life, the family held a “Remembering Jace Walk” on September 8, 2021 and asked family, friends, neighbours, and members of the community to help support the organizations that were so helpful to Jace.

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into the mouth of the defence.

Assistant Coach Steve Kotyk, of Essex, was very happy to see how well the players that are new (this season) to football are doing. He expects their growth is aided by their relationship with the veterans, and expects, as the rookies grow in knowledge and talent, so too the team will grow.

The Rebels have started the season with two wins. On Sunday, the team takes on the Apex Wolverines for a 2:00 pm game at Mic Mac Park.

The family is overwhelmed and overjoyed to announce that collectively, over $7000 was donated to support Fight Like Mason, The Ronald McDonald House in London, Make-A-Wish, Windsor Regional Hospital-Child Life Department, Children’s Hospital LondonChild Life Department, Little Hands Kids for a Cause, Erie Shores Hospice, Childcan, and Camp Ooch.

The Sauve family is so grateful for their community and for the overwhelming support they have received.

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Health Unit issues additional instructions for organized sport and recreation facilities submitted to EFP With the provincial vaccine verification system now in effect, the WindsorEssex County Health Unit is enhancing these measures in all indoor recreational and fitness facilities to include those 12-17 years old.

The fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Windsor-Essex has been significant. The region saw a rapid rise in case rates in

Augustof 2021, and continues to have one of the highest rates of cases of COVID-19 along with one of the highest test positivity rates in the province. Given the lack of distancing, prolonged contact, and heavy breathing associated with organized sports and high intensity fitness and recreation, participants are at greater risk for COVID-19 transmission, particularly when these activities take place indoors.

In Windsor-Essex, vaccination coverage rates are lower than the provincial average for those aged 1217. With the number of cases in schools increasing, Acting Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, has put in place a Letter of Instruction to protect young people and reduce the potential for community spread of COVID-19. The Letter of Instruction removes the exemption offered under

the provincial Reopening Ontario Act that allows those 12-17 years old to participate in organized sport or recreation without the need to present proof of vaccination. According to Dr. Nesathurai, “By requiring and verifying proof of vaccination for all people 12 years of age and older accessing these types of indoor facilities, we will greatly reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 and improve protection from

COVID-19, limiting its spread amongst young people and their families in Windsor-Essex.”

The Letter of Instruction has been shared with all municipalities operating recreation facilities and will come into effect on October 1st.

The full version of the letter is available on the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit website at: www.wechu.org/letterinstruction-sports.

ERCA Bike Tours shows off Essex County

by Garrett Fodor A little rain did not stop nearly 200 cyclists from experiencing the trails of Essex County on Saturday as the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) hosted its annual “Place for Life” bike tour through the trails and roadways of Essex County.

The annual ride is designed to invite riders of all skill levels to come together and experience the beauty of Essex County.

“Use of conservation areas and trails have surged over the last year-and-a-half, as people found connections with nature and physical exercise were critical to their wellbeing,” Claire Wales, President of the Essex Region Conservation Foundation, said. “The Bike Tour is a great way to safely celebrate our important trail network, while raising support for local

conservation efforts.”

The annual event serves as an annual fundraiser for ERCA. According to this year’s figures, between rider sponsorships and corporate donors, nearly $20,000 was raised.

“The money raised will help go to various conservation efforts within our region,” Danielle Breault Stuebing, Director of Communications and Outreach services for ERCA, explained.

“This includes connecting the Region by trails, greening our Region with trees, preserving our heritage – such as the John R. Park Homestead – along with conservation education for our Region.”

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Riders pose before their assigned start time. As a part of COVID precautions, riders had assigned start times as groups that were sent off in 10 or less participants.

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the change in the style of event, due to COVID-19, has changed this year’s edition.

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greenway trail system that has been created with support from so many donors across the Region,” Wales added. On route, road riders experienced

some of the excellent County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) routes and stops at some of the Region’s wonderful conservation areas.

Breault Stuebing added that she would like to thank the riders for participating in the event, despite the inclement weather.

She also extended thanks to the over 30 volunteers, event organizers, and corporate sponsors and donors, who helped make Saturday’s event possible.

Breault Stuebing is excited for the 9th and 10th annual edition of the event to take place in the coming years.

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Former Essex resident finding success with self-published book... Continued from Page 18 his real estate sales career.

Another interview was with Balkwill’s daughter, Janelle, an audiologist who operates an audiology clinic in BC. She always saw selling as a dirty word, but now realizes if you ask the right questions and address your customers’ needs and pain points, they will automatically be drawn to buy your product.

In the final pages of the book, Balkwill pays tribute and gratitude to the key family support and mentors in his life. Some mentors have passed away, however, two special friends and mentors remain from Essex: Jim Lawton and Larry Mills of Mills Woodworking. His Pastor of 25-years, Rev. Mark Hazzard, is paid a tribute as well.

“It was so exciting the day the book arrived. I was holding a book that I actually wrote. Wow,” he stated.

Immediately, “TRAJECTORY” was selling well enough to be awarded a #1 Best Seller

banner in three sales categories: Real Estate Sales, Negotiating Skills, and in Professional Sales & Selling.

It currently has 96% five-star reviews on Amazon. “This was all rather surreal because one never knows whether what you have to say will ever be impactful to others.”

“Nobody walks the journey alone and these men as well as recently deceased Al Parr had a massive impact on me as a young man,” Balkwill stated.

While enjoying BC, Essex will always be home.