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Thursday, September 28, 2017

Issue No. 38

Matthys retirees after four decades with the Essex 73’s

New pumper arrives for fire service PAGE 3 _______________ Continued Council Notes PAGE 5 _______________ Essex Public School hosts Terry Fox Run PAGE 7 _______________ McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival PAGE 10 _______________ Fall Home Improvement PAGES 13-19 _______________ Essex Council and staff host walkabout PAGE 25 _______________

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by Sylene Argent Mr. Essex 73, Frank Matthys, gave a ‘thumbs up’ and shook the hands of many outstanding alumni players on Sunday afternoon

as the local Junior “C” hockey Club paid special tribute to the man who has been there since the beginning, including the hoisting of seven Schmalz Cups.

Matthys, has retired as an important volunteer with the team after over four decades of dedication. Those associated with the team wanted a way to thank Matthys and recognize his years of dedication.

Before the official puck dropped to start a game between the 73’s and the Lakeshore Canadiens, all eyes were on the ice as alumni of the 73’s filed along a red carpet to pay tribute to the man who gave so much to local hockey.

An emotionally moved Matthys waved his hat to the crowd after his number, 73, was retired and his jersey was unveiled. He was then driven around the rink to shake hands

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with the many former and current players, and fans, who came out to celebrate.

Before Matthys was honoured, two alumni games were hosted.

The first was comprised of players who played between 1973 and 1990. The second was for players who played from then on. 73’s Executive Member Tim Law noted Matthys was in the stands watching the games. And, after each game had finished, the players showed their respect for Matthys with the traditional hockey salute that had players tap on the ice and boards with their sticks.

During the ceremony, 73’s Executive member Joe Garon explained the team can never thank Matthys enough for all he has done over the years.

“It was just a happy moment,” Matthys said humbly after the ceremony. He said he will still be going to games to cheer on his home team.

When he started volunteering with the team, Matthys had no idea he would stay involved for as long as he did. “I knew everybody.

They are a good bunch to be with,” he commented, adding he always had gum on hand to pass out to the players.

Sunday’s ceremony was not the first time Matthys was recognized for this dedication.

The multi-purpose trail along Fairview Avenue was named after him in 2016, and in 2015 we was honoured as the Essex Citizen of the Year.

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New pumper arrives for fire service

Pictured above is District Chief Rick Bonneau and Essex Councillor Steve Bjorkman as they look over the new fire truck.

by Fred Groves Out with the old and in with the new.

Last Thursday was a pretty big day for the Essex Fire & Rescue service as members got a look at their brandnew piece of firefighting equipment, a 2017, 800-gallon pumper truck.

It was custom built by Fort Garry Fire Trucks in Manitoba, which has been in the business of providing fire protection

vehicles since 1919.

“We put out a tender for the exact truck we wanted,” Essex District Chief Rick Bonneau said.

A veteran of the local department for 37 years, Bonneau has seen the trucks evolve, which included riding on the back and hanging on, while at the same time pulling on coats, to the new 2017 model that is air conditioned and has some much-needed safety

features.

Perhaps the biggest change from the 1991 model, which was the front-line truck prior to the arrival of the 2017, is that it has five integrated air pack seats.

The seats are specially made, four in the back and one in the front, to allow firefighters to already have their air packs on so when they arrive at the scene, they are ready to go.

“It makes it a lot quicker to get into the action when you are on the scene,” Bonneau said.

Saturday morning, while Bonneau was

showing off the new truck at Station One, where it will be housed, Essex Councillor Steve Bjorkman stopped by and was quite impressed with the Town’s latest purchase that ran around $370,000.

“The safety of our firefighters is greatly increased,” Bjorkman said, who pointed out that even helmets are secured inside the cab.

It will be around a month before the new truck is put into service as Bonneau wants to ensure all the firefighters are familiar with the complete operation of the pumper.

“We want to get comfortable with driving it and then we will put them through a course on driving and maintenance,” he said.

The new truck is 32’ long, a bit bigger than the 1991 that will continue in active duty over on Pelee Island. Bonneau said the old truck has done a great job and noted trucks have to be replaced after 25 years.

“It still handles nice. It was state-of-the-art when we bought it.”

Bonneau added that the new truck has more storage capacity, which is needed for such equipment as chain saws.

Firefighting is evolving in a big way, which requires the volunteers to do more duties.

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Editorial &Opinion Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Serving Essex and the surrounding communities since 1896.

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“Welcome to adulting,” I always tell myself when I pile on more duties onto my plate than I had intended. It sure seems like there is more time in a day than there really is sometimes.

My problem is when I give myself a weekly to-do list is that I forget life, as they say, happens when you are planning something else. So, even though I have this great list of things I know I can accomplish, it is as if life is like, “That seems too simple for you, let’s see what else I can throw your way unexpectedly.”

Well, I’m sure life has better things to do than throw me a few extra obstacles each week, but it sure feels like that sometimes.

I love being busy. I love keeping my brain focused on doing

productive things. It is said idol hands are the devil’s playground, and if I’m not busy, I tend to worry about other things that really likely need not to be worried about. I’d prefer to be productive than worry, and, evidently, I enjoy a challenge here or there. But sometimes it just feels nice to shut everything off and have five minutes to myself. I sometimes forget to pencil that into my schedule.

When life decides it wants to mess up my work schedule with unexpected duties, responsibilities, and tasks to complete, I look at my schedule and begin to prioritize and take note of the deadlines. Chipping away at the workload, instead of looking at the mountain to climb.

This is the only thing that makes

sense to me. That could also include delegating some responsibilities, too, so those, “unexpected life duties” can be taken care of when they need to be.

Life never turns out as you want it to, but it does have this way of guiding you to where you need to be. As frustrating or disappointing as things may be in the moment, one day it will all make sense. And the strength and wisdom we garnered for our dedication to getting things done will work for us in other ways and help us to build great character.

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Letter to the Editor...

Mr. Voakes has cried about the loss of tax revenue for the potential residential property tax losses around the Maidstone Avenue and Highway #3 intersection.

Original plans were to build a bunch of houses not unlike hatcheries of the UAW of the 1970s in Essex.

Thank God we now have a better perspective of house planning today. No disrespect of Mr. Voakes’s house planning judgement, but the main point is it was the Ministry of Ontario of Transport that put a halt to the

development because the Town Council way back then didn’t consult with the Ontario Govt. and the Ministry of Transportation.

By the way, closing Victoria Avenue to the by-pass with limited access from Maidstone and the Arner are going to result in huge bottle-neck traffic jams.

Shawn Conley, Essex, On

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Where is the mural?

The mural on the store at Centre and Talbot Street is missing. I was under the impression that it would be returned.

The Rotary Club gave it to the Town to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Rotary International and the 70th anniversary of Essex Rotary. George Weller was its first President. The International Rotary is the world’s oldest service club.

The Town’s acceptance ceremony was on May 26 in 2006, with a reception in our railway station.

I have the identification of all those in the mural.

So, what has been done with such a meaningful gift to the Town? Don’t you think it is an insult to all who contributed to making the memorial mural a gift and

tribute to Rotary if it has simply disappeared? Rotary can’t do much about it because when you give a gift, you don’t try to demand what the recipient does with it.

But, the ACT committee could. It is the committee for Arts, Culture, and Recreation, which replaced the former Mural Committee at the direction of the Town Council.

Let’s get some action on this!

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Continued Council Notes for September 18

by Sylene Argent Agreement with Animal Control Officers Essex Council received the report “Agreement with Animal Control Officers.” It also moved the recommendation that the agreement with Essex County K9 Services for Animal Control Services be extended for a one-year period, from September 15, 2017 to September 14, 2018. Further, the annual retainer for the extended contract was to be based on the current retainer of $23270.00 per year, excluding HST, plus an adjustment for the change in the Total Consumer Price Index for September 2017.

Memorial Tree and Bench Program Council received the report “Town of Essex Memorial Tree and Bench Program” for information.

The Memorial Tree and Bench Program encourages people to celebrate a loved one’s life or special occasion through purchasing a tree or bench at a town park or facility with an engraved plaque.

Tourism marketing update The report “Tourism Marketing Update” was received and Council further supported an application to the Rural Economic Development (RED) Fund for matching tourism marketing funds in 2018.

The report notes Council has already approved $25,000 for 2018 tourism promotions. If successful in obtaining the RED Grant application, the Town could garner an additional $25,000.

Town staff member recognized Acting Director of Finance and Business Services, Jeffrey Morrison, was recognized for having successfully obtained a Certificate in Human Resources for CPAs through the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario and the Human Resources Professionals Association.

Bondy wants landfill updates Councillor Sherry Bondy asked for an update on how flooding is impacting the life-span of the landfill. She would also like an update on auto-shredder fluff.

Changes to BIA Board Council received correspondence that Suzanne Allison will no longer be on the Essex Centre BIA Board of Management. It also appointed Shelly Anne Hodare, Program Supervisor at the Employment Assessment Centre, to the Essex Centre BIA Board as she expressed interest in joining.

Council supports zero tolerance for racism The Town of Halton Hills sent correspondence

noting it supports zero tolerance for racism of any kind, “including nazi’ism and white supremacy.” Further, it noted the Town of Halton Hills encourages all Ontario Municipalities to pass a resolution to support zero tolerance against racism and condemn all racism acts of violence.

This was in reaction to the August incident in Charlottesville, Virginia, it noted.

Essex Mayor Ron McDermott made a motion to receive it. He said he does not tolerate it, but believes it does not go on here or most of the world. His motion was defeated.

Councillor Sherry Bondy said in receiving it, Council is not supporting what Halton Hills is doing. She believes Essex should join other municipalities to condemn hatred and racism. She put a motion forward, which Council moved, that the correspondence be received and supported and that Essex Council encourages all Ontario Municipalities to pass a resolution to condemn all acts of racism.

In a recoded vote, all members of Council supported the motion.

Report to look at Hwy#3 property At the September 5 Essex Council meeting, Councillor Randy Voakes’s Notice of Motion was postpone. The Motion would have Administration prepare a report on the vacant property at Highway 3 and County Road 8 and its development plan or status. It was further discussed at the September 18 meeting. It was up for discussion or possible consideration, it was noted.

Voakes said a lot of money has been lost in tax revenue there. He said many years ago there was an opportunity to develop that land, just on homeownership, the project called for 458 homes. He said Council was asked for assistance on the project. Just on home tax recovery, he claims the Town turned away up to millions of dollars.

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Order as he said the issue was not asking what Council did or didn’t do. Voakes, he said, was giving information on something that was his opinion on what happened.

The business of that night was what was wanted in a report from Administration.

Voakes said he wants the report to consider waiving development charges as the return would be better if it was developed. He wanted the report to show the lost taxable revenue over the past ten years as opposed to waiving development charges and the length of time of recovery of that.

Councillor Steve Bjorkman seconded Voakes’s amendment as he believed it was just building a case to possibly waive fees. Bondy did not want to second the amendments.

In a recorded vote, only Mayor Ron McDermott was opposed.

Voakes’s suspended remuneration put to Notice of Motion Through a Notice of Motion, Councillor Randy Voakes asked that the two months of suspended remuneration, as a result of the recommendation Council supported from the Integrity Commissioner, be donated by the Town to

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GessTwood Camp celebrates upgrades of outdoor facilities

by Adam Gault GessTwood Camp and Retreat Centre hosted a ceremony to dedicate the opening of newly constructed winterized washrooms, made possible through a funding grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, last Friday afternoon.

Those in attendance at the dedication were joined by Essex MPP Taras Natyshak and Ontario Trillium Foundation volunteer Pareshkumar Jariwala.

“This camp gives the chance for people to reconnect to family, friends, and the great outdoors,” Jariwala said, explaining the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s support for GessTwood. He added that anything the Foundation can do to support initiatives that bring communities together is something they strongly believe in.

“I am impressed by this facility and happy to do anything within my office’s power to promote its services,” Natyshak commented, adding that working with the Ontario Trillium foundation is one of the most rewarding parts of his job as it always leads to tangible improvements for the community-at-large.

Reverend Kim Gilliland explained that although GessTwood Camp has its roots as a Christian retreat, over the last decade, the camp has expanded to provide more leadership opportunities for people of all denominations. He added the new additions will allow even more people the chance to grow friendships and make memories that will last a lifetime.

The construction of the newly winterized facilities replaces the aging, nearly 60-year-old previous outdoor bathrooms. With the newly constructed bathrooms, GessTwood will be able to provide year-round lodging for field trips and overnight stays, and be able to continue to provide additional leadership opportunities for young by Sylene Argent The Essex Region people from across the Many cycling Conservation Foundation county and beyond. enthusiasts took to hosted the event, which The Ontario Trillium the region’s trails on included a 15-kilometre Foundation is the largest Saturday, September 16, trek for beginners, a granting foundation in to participate in the sixth 32-kilometre tour for Canada and awards more annual Essex Region Bike intermediate-level cyclists, than 100 million dollars Tour. and a 64-kilometre route annually to non-profit The annual tour along the Chrysler Canada and community based offered six routes that Greenway trail for moreorganizations across the accommodated nearly any experienced cyclists. An province.

80-kilometre ‘Extreme age group or ability level.

Representatives of GessTwood Camp are presented with the Ontario Trillium Foundation plaque. Pictured left to right: MPP Taras Natyshak, Rev. Kim Gilliland, Foundation Member Pareshkumar Jariwala, and GessTwood’s Chairperson David Nantais.

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Greenway’ ride was also available, and kicked off from the Sadler’s Park entrance. A 104-kilometre and a 58-kilometre road route were also offered.

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Pictured right: A group of cyclists prepare to launch from Sadler’s Park in Essex Centre on Saturday morning to complete an eightykilometre trek in the sixth annual Essex Region Bike Tour.

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Essex Public School hosts Terry Fox Run

by Adam Gault Essex Public School hosted its second annual Terry Fox Run on Wednesday, September 20, uniting students and staff in the spirit of hope that Terry Fox himself instilled in a nation more than 35 years ago.

Grade four teacher Christian Paulton has been the driving force behind organizing the Terry Fox Run at Essex Public School. He explained the run is invaluable when it comes to educating the students of hope and determination in the face of a disease that can affect those from all ages and backgrounds.

“When I was a kid, my dad would take me to the Terry Fox Run every year,” Paulton said. “My best friend has cancer right now, this is our way of spreading hope.”

During the opening

Pictured right: Grade four teacher Mr. Paulton leads the school in singing the Terry Fox Song.

ceremonies for the run, Paulton asked the students in attendance to raise their hands if they knew someone who has been affected by cancer. Nearly every hand in attendance was raised, highlighting the prevalence of this indiscriminate disease.

“We have people here in our community, closer than some of you might imagine, who benefit from all of the hope that you help to spread around the world,” Paulton said during the run’s opening remarks. “Today is all about the hope that someday, and someday soon, we’ll have a cancerfree world.”

To help illustrate to the students the scale of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, he had the students cover his pickup truck with 146 marathon stickers. Many contemporary runners will place a sticker

marked 26.2 (the length of a marathon in miles) on their vehicle for each successful marathon they have completed. The 146 stickers represent the number of individual marathons Terry Fox Completed during his 1980 Marathon of Hope.

“This shows you how much above and beyond he went for his cause,” Paulton said of the marathon stickers.

Paulton also added the Terry Fox Run goes a long way in showing students the power of perseverance and the strength of teamwork when individuals come together to work towards a common goal.

“It’s helpful for the kids to know they’re not alone,” Paulton said. “The more people you know are with you, the easier it is.”

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Kinger’s Krazy Golf wraps up Legion Week

by Sylene Argent Each September, Legion week is hosted to promote the programs and projects members of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) host throughout the year to benefit their community, veterans, and youth initiatives.

The 2017 installment of Legion Week in Essex Centre wrapped up on Saturday with another hilariously challenging round of Kinger’s Krazy Golf, which was hosted at Royal Estate Golf Club. This wacky, typically sold-out tournament not only challenges its participants to golf well, but to do so with a twist.

Golfers knew they were in for a treat, and a real

challenge, when they stepped up to the first fairway where they were required to tee off aboard a large rocking horse.

In addition to Kinger’s Krazy Golf, Legion Week also included a kick-off wreath-laying ceremony and service at the Essex cenotaph, a cribbage tournament, a euchre tournament, a trivia night, a darts tournament, and a pickerel dinner.

All the events were open to the public. During the golf tournament, organizers said they were pleased at the great turnout at all of the activities the Branch had planned for Legion week.

The first challenge in the 2017 installment of Kinger’s Krazy Golf required participants to tee off aboard a large rocking horse.

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the Arthritis Society. This will be discussed at the next meeting.

Notice of Motion for Ward 4 Development Fees Councillor Larry Snively put a Notice of Motion forward that would have administration prepare a report regarding no development fees for Ward 4. This will be discussed at the next meeting.

Notice of Motion for a four-way stop Councillor Larry Snively put a Notice of Motion forward to look at a four-way stop at the corner of Centre Street and Walnut in Harrow.

This will be discussed at the next meeting.

Notice of Motion for integrity Councillor Randy Voakes said he wanted to put a Notice of Motion forward regarding the integrity of attendees and on how they conduct themselves while in the Council Chambers during, before, and after a meeting.

He wants to speak about this at the next meeting.

CAO Donna Hunter said she told Voakes could add this as a new business item, which means it has to be added at the beginning of the meeting.

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Kingsville’s Terry Fox Run a success Submitted by Marilyn Farnworth, Kingsville Terry Fox Run Site Organizer The 37th annual Terry Fox Run hosted in Kingsville on Sunday, September 17th was an enormous success.

Not only did we have 171 in attendance, but we raised $7495 for cancer research! The weather conditions were perfect for the runners, walkers, and cyclists who enjoyed the sunshine, comradery, hotdogs, veggies, and door prizes.

The music, balloons and temporary tattoos, and reflexology were also a big hit. It was definitely a fun day for everyone.

Thanks to Mayor Nelson Santos for attending and giving the welcoming remarks at the start of the run.

Special thanks go to my hard-working committee as well as Maggie Durocher and the Parks and Rec staff for a wellorchestrated run. I couldn’t have done it without all of you.

Many thanks to our local businesses that donated the outstanding door prizes for this worthy cause.

Kingsville is definitely a town with a big heart and a very supportive community. We look forward to seeing everyone out again next September 16th . Mark it on your calendar “The most courageous act is still to think now so you don’t forget and pre-register to collect for yourself. Aloud.” pledges online at terryfox.org.

The Voice Of Experience

by Evelyn Couch Cute action I planned to tell you my experiences as a mother of young children, but one was never published, so I guess my computer never sent it.

When her older brothers would pretend they were going to catch their little sister, she would say, “You can’t hurt me. I’ve gotta look after my dollies.” One Sunday, she wanted to go for a car ride and I said she would have to wait while her Dad had a nap. She bent over him and lifted one eye lash, then announced “He’s still in there.”

The shocker came when she called him to dinner.

As soon as he came home from work, he would go to his hobby. Because it was annoying to let dinner get cold, one day I called Thom a-a-a-s, come to dinner. The next day, I asked our little girl to call him. Not knowing that her Dad’s name was anything but Tom, she yelled Daddy-a-a-a-s, come to dinner, Imagine the expression on his face when he responded to that.

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McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival has grown

by Sylene Argent McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival organizer Ryan

Raymond described Saturday’s event as, “By far the best year.”

He said there was a

thirty percent increase in attendance at Saturday’s event, which took place at Co-An Park in McGregor.

The event included music performance by seven different performers, each offering a different genre, including country, rock, blues, and soul.

“They were all phenomenal,” Raymond said. “They created a really cool vibe.”

The event also

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Nearly 240 individuals crossed the finish line during the McGregor Mug Run.

included returning and new food trucks, 11 booths of different beer vendors, and of course the 5km walk/run portion of the event that stretched through McGregor Centre and along local greenways.

Raymond explained nearly 340 individuals crossed the finish line. That number was great considering the heat, which he said encouraged around 50 potential participants to

forgo that portion of the event.

The McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival raised $3450 for Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario.

“It was a good year,” Raymond said as it related to the fundraising initiatives.

“Ultimately, it is something fun to do and something unique,” Raymond said of why the event is hosted each year.

This year’s installment was the sixth annual.

He thanked all the supporters and sponsors for their involvement, which helped the event be the success it was.

For more information, log onto www. mcgregormugrun.com.

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Further information on this Employment Opportunity and other future opportunities, as well as how to apply, is available on the Town’s website. Qualified persons may send their resume to the Human Resources Officer, at the address indicated below or to hr@tecumseh.ca.

TECUMSEH FIRE / RESCUE SERVICES FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OPEN HOUSE Tecumseh Fire/Rescue Services will be holding Fire Prevention Week October 2-5, 2017. Fire Prevention Week is an annual campaign run by the Ontario Ministry of Community Safety & Correctional Services that includes educational activities to remind residents of the dangers of fire and the importance of prevention.

This year’s theme is “EVERY SECOND COUNTS – PLAN 2 WAYS OUT!” The public is invited to come out and meet our local Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Prevention Officer and Firefighters. Highlights of activities include fire station tours, fire truck rides, OPP and Ambulance vehicle displays and an opportunity to meet Miss Tecumseh. Union Gas and Essex Power will also be present to provide information regarding overhead powerlines and Ontario One Call “Call or Click Before you Dig”.

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Participants are asked to bring a can good to support the local charitable food drive for St. Vincent de Paul.

For more information, you can follow Tecumseh Fire & Rescue Services on Twitter @TECFD or visit www.tecumseh.ca.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY HOURS TOWN HALL: The Town Hall will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2017 for the Thanksgiving weekend.

TECUMSEH TRANSIT SERVICE: There will be no transit service on October 9th.

RECYCLING / YARD WASTE COLLECTION: There are no changes to the regularly scheduled recycling and yard waste collections. Please refer to your 2017 Waste Collection Calendar for more information.

TECUMSEH ARENA: The Arena is open for scheduled ice rentals. Public skating sessions for figure skating practice ice, adult skate, and parent and tot skate are cancelled.

NOTICE OF ALLEY CLOSING In accordance with Section 34(1) of The Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001 c.25, and the Town’s Notice By-law No. 2003-06, as amended, and Sale of Land By-law No. 2003-09, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh intends to pass a by-law, at its regular meeting to be held Tuesday, October 24, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Tecumseh Town Hall, located 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh, ON, or as soon thereafter as Council shall determine, to close, stop up and convey that portion of an alley abutting the properties located between Little River Blvd. & Mason Place from Coronado Dr. to Barry Ave. (Subject Alley) The Subject Alley to be closed and conveyed is shown on the Key Map below:

Tecumseh Council shall, at the above referenced meeting, hear any person who claims their land will be prejudicially affected by such by-law and who applies to be heard by contacting the Director Corporate Services & Clerk at 519-735-2184 Ext. 116, before Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 4:30 pm.

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Essex’s Tigh Jobin sails over top of a Cardinal Carter player in Thursday’s junior game.

by Fred Groves They may not have won on the scoresheet, but in many ways, it was a victory for the Essex District High School junior boys’ football team.

Last Thursday night, the Red Raiders, most of them playing in their firstever high school game, came up short 21-6 to visiting Cardinal Carter.

Many lessons, however, were learned.

Trailing 14-0 after the opening quarter, Essex fought back. With quarterback Calvin Mills at the helm, he marched down the field late in the first half and ran out of time in an attempt to pull closer.

However, Mills handed off to a speedy Cale Timuik, who burst out of the backfield from six yards out with 6:20 left in the third quarter, which brought a cheer from the large home crowd.

Timuik had an outstanding game, playing both sides of the ball and gave his team a huge boost on their first possession of the second half with a very long run.

Ty Jobin had a great game defensively and Dalton VanLare was strong out of the backfield.

“They didn’t quit. I’m proud of that,” EDHS Coach Badi Qawwas said.

Once the early jitters

were out of the way, the Red Raiders began to work in sync and kept the visitors at bay until late in the game.

“That’s a credit to my coaches. They knew what had to be done,” Qawwas added, who once again coaches both junior and senior teams.

Essex’s junior football program has several assistant coaches, including alumni Tyler Bellaire, who recently graduated from the University of Indiana where he was a standout track and field athlete.

The football teams have been practicing since late August at Raider Field, and when asked what the young players need to be taught most, Quwwas explained, “Alignment and assignment. Sometimes they get a little confused.

Many of them have never played football before.”

The Red Raiders team is very young, and in fact of the 32-man roster, most of them are in Grade 9.

“We have seven Grade 10s, and only five of those are returning players,” Quwwas noted.

Essex had just six days to prepare for its next WECSSAA Miller Conference game as they travelled to Belle River to take on the Nobles yesterday (Wednesday).

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Fall lawn care tips ................................... Pg 14 Must-have kitchen remodel features........ Pg 16 Improve indoor air quality ...................... Pg 17 Growing trends in today’s homes ........... Pg 18 What to do when a project stalls ............. Pg 19 & MORE

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Bold colors add vitality to homes Fall lawn care tips

Shades of pink and green complement each other nicely.

Whether it’s Independence Day, St. Patrick’s Day or the holiday season, the bold hues that are synonymous with these events add a splash of color to rooms that can use a little design lift.

While some colors may be synonymous with certain times of year, homeowners can employ bold colors in their

homes all year long. By embracing bold painting and decorating styles, homeowners can use fresh color palettes to make rooms more inviting and colorful. These popular color combinations can provide inspiration.

Green and pink Colors on opposite ends of the color wheel will always complement each other. Green paired

with pink (a lighter shade of green’s opposite, red) calls to mind the great outdoors. These hues can add a touch of floral spring sunshine even when that season has long since passed. Opt for a deep green and a carnation pink for maximum impact.

And don’t forget a vase full of fresh blooms as the finishing factor.

colors. Although they are striking, when they work together, they also can impart a soothing feel, particularly since they are often inspired by Asian influences. Feature a light turquoise sofa with red throw pillows. Or dress up meals with a red tablecloth on the dining table and turquoise, white and red, patterned place mats.

Lavender and deep blue Analogous colors are three colors that sit side-by-side on the color wheel and share a common denominator in terms of shade. Lavender, blue and an orchid pink are examples of such hues. This cool, regal combination can add femininity to a bedroom or even drama to another space in the house. If painting the walls dark blue or lavender seems scary, opt for a neutral shade on walls and then dress up the space with inky and violet accents.

Gray and yellow Yellow is a pick-me-up color any time of the year, but, when combined with a gray, it’s toned down to be soothing instead of startling. This color combination is popular in kitchens, nurseries and entryways. Have fun in the kitchen with mottled gray stone countertops, pale yellow walls and canary café curtains.

Color can affect mood and transform spaces with just a small investment of time and money. Homeowners can experiment with color palettes so rooms remain vibrant all year long.

Turquoise and brick red Enhance the “wow” factor with these bold

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care, even if the warm temperatures of summer linger into autumn. Homeowners who want their lawns to thrive year-round can take advantage of the welcoming weather of fall to address any existing or potential issues.

• Keep mowing, but adjust how you mow. It’s important that homeowners continue to mow their lawns so long as grass is growing. But as fall transitions into winter, lower the blades so the grass is cut shorter while remaining mindful that no blade of grass should ever be trimmed by more than one-third. Lowering the blades will allow more sunlight to reach the grass in the months ahead.

• Remove leaves as they fall. Much like apple-picking and foliage, raking leaves is synonymous with fall. Some homeowners may wait to pick up a rake until all of the trees on their properties are bare. However, allowing fallen leaves to sit on the ground for extended periods of time can have an adverse effect on grass. Leaves left to sit on the lawn may ultimately suffocate the grass by forming an impenetrable wall that deprives the lawn of sunlight and oxygen. The result is dead grass and possibly even fungal disease. Leaves may not need to be raked every day, but homeowners should periodically rake and remove leaves from their grass, even if there are plenty left to fall still hanging on the trees.

• Repair bald spots. Summer exacts a toll on lawns in various ways, and even homeowners with green thumbs may end up with a lawn filled with bald spots come September. Autumn is a great time to repair these bald spots. Lawn repair mixes like Scotts® PatchMaster contain mulch, seed and fertilizer to repair bald spots, which can begin to recover in as little as seven days. Before applying such products, remove dead grass and loosen the top few inches of soil. Follow any additional manufacturer instructions as well.

• Aerate the turf. Aerating reduces soil compacting, facilitating the delivery of fertilizer and water to a lawn’s roots. While many homeowners, and particularly those who take pride in tending to their own lawns, can successfully aerate their own turf, it’s best to first have soil tested so you know which amendments to add after the ground has been aerated. Gardening centers and home improvement stores sell soil testing kits that measure the pH of soil, but homeowners who want to test for nutrients or heavy metals in their soil may need to send their samples to a lab for further testing.

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Of the 29 projects it studied for its 2017 “Cost vs. Value Report,” Remodeling magazine found that the average payback in resale value was 64.3 cents. The lone project in the 2017 report to return a higher value than its cost was the installation of loose-fill insulation in an attic, which provided a return of 107.7 percent. Homeowners who replaced an existing entry door with a 20-gauge steel unit recouped 90.7 percent of their investment at resale, placing that project second on the list. What helps homeowners who finance such projects recoup their associated costs is the relatively low sticker price of the projects, which both rank among the five least expensive projects examined in the 2017 report. But a recovering real estate market has helped homeowners recoup more of their investments on some expensive projects as well. For example, the 2017 report saw the biggest year-over-year percentage increases in value on expensive projects like upscale bathroom remodels, upscale master suites, twostory additions, grand entrance installations, and family room additions. The increase in value on those projects ranged from 5.6 percent to 7.4 percent from a year earlier.

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Homeowners looking to renovate often see room for improvement in their kitchens and bathrooms.

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remodeling jobs were bathroom remodels (81 percent) and kitchen remodels (79 percent).

According to HGTV and Statistics Brain, a new kitchen remodel for a kitchen measuring 12 by 12 feet may cost homeowners anywhere from $17,000 to $37,000.

Before investing so much into their remodeling projects, homeowners should think carefully about the features that will improve their time spent at home. When planning a kitchen renovation, homeowners may want to consider the following upgrades to make the room more enjoyable while improving its functionality.

Oversized sink Although highefficiency dishwashers are popular, deep sinks to soak soup pots or woks are still useful. Deep sinks may be preferable

to double sinks, especially for homeowners who use lots of kitchen tools when preparing meals.

Soft-closing hinges When replacing cabinets (or just the hardware), consider installing soft-closing hinges and slides on doors and drawers.

These devices eliminate slamming and caught fingers, reducing noise and injuries in the kitchen.

Foot-pedal water operation When outfitting a sink, think about foot controls, which are popular in doctors’ offices and hospitals. Turning on the water with the tap of a foot can reduce the transfer of pathogens to faucets from hands during food preparation. These pedals also free up hands for other tasks.

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Rather than having to bend down to seek out that favorite flavor of Greek yogurt, choose a model with the fridge on top and freezer on the bottom, especially if anyone in the household has mobility issues. When shopping for refrigerators, Frenchdoor style units may offer even more access, making it easy for homeowners to slide fruit trays, sheet cakes and other large items into the fridge.

Extra lighting A kitchen should be a balance of form and function.

A combination of overhead lighting, decorative

lighting and task lighting can illuminate all areas of the space effectively.

Appliance garages Architectural and design resource Houzz says that appliance garages are popular kitchen additions, too. Set at countertop level, these cabinets allow people to keep small appliances plugged in but tucked neatly behind closed doors.

Kitchen remodels are a sizable investment, and renovations can be customized to make the kitchen more hospitable for all in residence.

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Bathroom and kitchen makeovers are some of the most coveted and profitable improvements that can be made to a home.

Installing new cabinetry, countertops and appliances can transform the look of a kitchen, but homeowners also must consider the functionality of design when renovating.

The National Kitchen and Bath Association suggests applying the kitchen “work triangle,” which is a concept used to create efficient kitchen layouts. The triangle comprises imaginary straight lines drawn from the cooking appliance, sink and refrigerator. These are where much of the work in the kitchen takes place. The general idea is that when the work triangle is positioned accordingly - with the three components in close proximity to one another - the kitchen is easier and more efficient to use.

Homeowners will be able to move freely among these elements when they are placed at appropriate distances, reducing wasted steps.

The NKBA suggests following these guidelines to create efficient kitchens.

• No major traffic patterns should cross through the triangle.

• The sum of the work triangle’s three sides should not exceed 26 feet. Each portion of the triangle should be between four and nine feet.

• Avoid cutting through an island or a peninsula.

• If the kitchen has only one sink, it should be placed between or across from the cooking surface, preparation area or refrigerator.

The work triangle is a suggestion, not a law of design. As kitchens evolve and more people use them simultaneously, designers may take certain liberties even having multiple triangles at play. Homeowners should also design their kitchens so they function best for their own individual lifestyles.

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Improve indoor air quality in advance of winter Upon the arrival of winter, people in regions where winter is marked by cold weather tend to spend significantly more time indoors. Because windows tend to be closed during winter, indoor air quality can suffer, making conditions inside a home less than desirable.

According to the American Lung Association, poor air circulation in a home can promote the spread of bacteria and viruses. Once such bacteria or viruses are inhaled, coughs, colds and flu can spread.

In addition, asthma and allergy sufferers may experience worsening symptoms thanks to the presence of endotoxins, which are substances that come from the brokendown cells of dead bacteria.

Because many people spend significantly more

time indoors during winter than other times of the year, it’s essential that they take measures to improve indoor air quality in the months ahead.

• Cut back on chemicals. It’s ideal to avoid heavy chemical usage inside a home throughout the year, but it’s especially important to do so during winter.

Solvent-based cleaners or cleaning products with strong fragrances can negatively affect indoor air quality and potentially trigger allergic reactions.

In lieu of chemicallyenhanced cleaning products, use natural products that get the job done without sacrificing indoor air quality.

• Stop smoking indoors. Tobacco smoke can affect smokers and nonsmokers alike. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

note that secondhand smoke causes numerous health problems in infants and children.

Those include more frequent and severe asthma attacks and respiratory infections. In addition, reports from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have linked secondhand smoke to an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome. Adults exposed to secondhand smoke are at greater risk for coronary heart disease, stroke and lung cancer.

Tobacco smoke contains thousands of pollutants that can greatly diminish indoor air quality, so make sure smokers limit their smoking to outside the home throughout the year, but especially during winter.

• Take off your shoes when entering the home.

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• Routinely inspect bathrooms for mold.

During winter, mold can grow in rooms that are exposed to moisture but not properly ventilated.

In many homes, that’s the bathroom. Even if a bathroom has a ventilation fan, routinely inspect the ceiling and shower for mold growth. Exposure to mold can cause a host of negative side effects, including nasal and sinus congestion and sore throat.

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Growing trends in today’s homes

Although the heydays of the real estate boom of the early 2000s have not quite returned, things look positive. In the United States, 1,226,000 new homes were built in 2016, according to data from Consumer Reports. That was the most since 2007.

Resales also have been more promising.

The National Association of Realtors® says the median number of days a home was on the market in April 2017 reached a new low of 29 days. However, low supply levels did stanch existing home sales

somewhat. By mid-2017, the market was a seller’s market, with more people in the market for homes than properties available.

But sales during that time were still outpacing sales figures from a year prior.

In fact, in May 2017, home sales in Canada increased to their highest level in more than five years, according to the Canadian MLS® Systems.

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for in 2017 have evolved from years past. The following are some trends that are helping to steer the real estate market further.

• Smaller homes: Home sizes in the United States steadily increased for decades, eventually leading to an average of 2,453 square feet in 2014, according to U.S. Census figures. However, Realtor. com reported in 2015 that new construction homes have already begun to shrink by 40 square feet.

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larger properties. The National Association of Home Builders states buyers are now looking for smaller, more livable homes with flexible floor plans, energy-efficient appliances and plenty of storage space.

• Matte finishes: Stainless steel and luster have been popular for years. However, the next big thing is matte finishes on faucets, appliances and even in countertops. These less flashy finishes are prized for their warmth and elegance. While some high-end models with matte finishes have been available for several years, even less expensive models are now available.

• Smarter technology:

Many homeowners are embracing smart technology throughout their homes, but it’s not just lights that turn on with voice command or more efficient thermostats.

Innovative technology includes toilets that can autonomously stay clean and sanitized, refrigerators equipped with cameras so homeowners can see the contents inside and indoor food recyclers that can turn food waste into fertilizer.

Staying abreast of the ever-changing trends in home improvement and real estate can help consumers make the best choices with regard to buying and building their homes.

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Make it a green winter with these energy-saving tips Conserving energy is a great way to protect the planet and save money. While energy bills might be highest in summer thanks to air conditioning units, certain factors around a house can make winter more wasteful and costly than it needs to be.

Energy bills are influenced by a variety of factors, including geography and how energy-efficient a home is. For example, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average monthly utility bill in Connecticut in 2015 was $153.13, while New Mexico residents paid slightly more than half that amount ($79.23) on average. Homeowners cannot control winter weather, which can greatly affect how much energy homeowners consume between December and March.

However, there are other ways for homeowners to curtail their energy consumption and save money throughout winter.

• Address any leaks or drafts. Drafty windows and doorways can make the air inside homes feel warmer in the summer and colder in the winter. As autumn weather grows colder, homeowners can perform simple inspections around windows and doorways to determine if they have any leaks. On a cold and/or windy day, place a hand near all windows and doors to feel if there are any leaks. Use caulk or another type of sealant to address leaks so you can keep cold air out and set your thermostat to a reasonable, eco-friendly temperature.

• Inspect air vents, faucets and plumbing fixtures. Air vents, faucets and plumbing fixtures attached to exterior walls should be inspected for leaks. Such inspections might need to be conducted

from outside the home, which can make it more difficult to detect if cold air is entering the home. Look for gaps in the insulation around these areas, filling in those gaps as necessary.

• Inspect heating systems at the start of each new season. According to EnergyStar.gov, heating systems account for 29 percent of the average homeowner’s energy expenditures. Inspect your heating or HVAC system before the start of winter, making sure all gas or oil connections are operating properly. EnergyStar.gov notes that dirty burners and cracked heat exchangers can cause heating units to operate less efficiently and may even pose a safety risk. Inspect the air filter of the heating system at least once per month, as filters can quickly become dirty during a heavy-use season like winter. Dirty filters cause the system to work harder to keep a home warm, unnecessarily wasting energy as a result.

• Install a Wi-fi enabled programmable thermostat.

Some programmable thermostats can be very difficult to use effectively, making it far too difficult if not impossible for homeowners to set their thermostats for various temperatures in a single day. Wi-fi enabled programmable thermostats that allow homeowners to control their heating and cooling systems via their smartphones can be more user-friendly than many other programmable thermostats, ensuring homeowners are saving money and not wasting energy heating empty homes.

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What to do when a project stalls Upon embarking on a home improvement project, homeowners who have never before lived through such undertakings are often told to expect their projects to take more time than initial estimates suggested.

Unforeseen complications can compromise project timelines, and some homeowners may find their projects stuck in neutral.

Stalled projects can make life at home difficult, and homeowners may feel helpless with regard to getting a project back on course. But there are ways for homeowners to get stalled projects back on course.

• Start off on solid financial footing.

It’s important that homeowners who want to upgrade their homes enter the home improvement process with a realistic grasp of their finances.

Many home improvement projects stall when homeowners run out of money. Homeowners can avoid such unfortunate situations by only beginning a project they know they can afford.

Whether funding a project with a loan or savings or a combination of both, homeowners should make an honest assessment of what they can afford to commit to a given project. If the amount of money available does not add up to the estimated cost of the project, delay the project now or you might be facing a stalled project down the road.

• Honestly assess whether or not you can finish the job. Do-ityourselfers may have the abilities to complete a project, but they should not let their pride get in the way of their ultimate goal, which is the completion of the project.

In addition to money, time or lack thereof, is often the culprit behind stalled projects.

Homeowners with full-time jobs, families or both may not be able to find the time to complete a job in a timely fashion. If the project has been stuck in neutral and no sudden windfall of free time is on the horizon, start contacting contractors to finish the job for you.

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be in the new Antioch Family Directory.

Restoration House Healing Rooms are open on Saturdays from 9am-noon.

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Fresh food. Friendly neighbours 191 Talbot St. S., Essex

519-776-4255 Essex United Church Join us Sunday mornings at 10:30 am worship in our air conditioned sanctuary. October 1st is World Wide Communion Sunday. Rev. Hatt will be presiding.

We are working on our fall programs for children and youth from ages 3 to 16.

Flyers will be out shortly for all in town.

Noon Meditations: a gift of Music.

From 12 until 12:30pm. ~ the next Meditation is on Friday, September 29th with Steve Morin, guitar.

For the month of October, our food donations are for the Essex Area Food Bank.

Our Anniversary Chicken Dinner in on Saturday, October 14, 4:30 - 7:00pm.

For tickets call the church office at 519776-5121 The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts continue to collect pop cans. Please bring them in, in a bag, and leave them in the gym.

Thanks to Outreach for starting our Thanksgiving displays. It will be exciting.

Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Don’t forget Messy Church on Thursday, September 28th from 5:457:30 p.m.

Join us for Family Worship led by

Major Sam Roberts Sundays at 10:30a.m.

Our monthly potluck lunch following the service is on October 1st. Bring a favorite dish and enjoy food and fellowship.

CCM services at the nursing homes take place at Iler Lodge on Wednesday, October 4th at 10:30a.m. and at Country Village on Thursday, October 5th at 6:30p.m.

SA Connections is a free community program for all ages (preschoolers welcome too!) on Tuesdays from 10a.m.1p.m. Join us on October 3rd for fun, food and fellowship. Bible Study led by Major Shirley Roberts follows at 1p.m. Men and women of all ages are welcome to particitpate in our weekly activities.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Jay spoke on how Jesus lived completely full and overflowing and how that’s how Jesus wants us to live so we can start impacting the world from that overflow.

“Empowered to Influence” and “Heaven in Business” Fall Conference is on September 28th-30th.

The prayer schedule for the Ghana Missions Trip can be found at the Connect Centre.

Please check your mailbox or the Connect Centre for your form to fill out to

Voice Of Inspiration “Always continue the climb. It is possible for you to do whatever you choose, if you first get to know who you are and are willing to work with a power that is greater than ourselves to do it.” ~ Ella Wheeler Wilcox

JOIN LIFE CHAIN Sunday, October 1st, 2017 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Local LIFE CHAINS will be held in: AMHERSTBURG Sandwich at Pickering

BELLE RIVER Notre Dame at Dupuis

ESSEX Talbot at Centre

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KINGSVILLE Main & Division

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A special healing Mass in honour of the 120th Anniversary of St. Therese will take place on Sunday, October 1st at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s. All are welcome.

For the month of October, our Mission Group will collect food and baby items for the Essex Food Bank at the back of the church.

On the weekend of September 30th and October 1st, the Mission Group will serve Apple Crisp after each Mass, for a free will donation.

Pasta Dinner fundraiser for the Essex Food Bank takes place on October 3rd from 5 - 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall.

The annual Guatemala Hope dinner and auction takes place on Saturday, October 14th at St. John’s hall. For tickets contact Barry Elliott at: 519-819-5117.

We are looking for more Altar Servers. If you have completed First Communion and or if you are looking for community hours, please see Fr. Moe. Training is available.

Our prayers and sympathies go out to Clarence McGuire and family on the passing of his wife, Susan. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in, and in Hospice.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee.

We are continuing our Sunday evening bible study at 6pm called “Body and Soul: Reclaiming the Heidelberg Catechism.

GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00pm.

This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend.

Come and enjoy an evening out with family and friends at our Free Movie Night Event on Friday, April 28. We will feature Smurfs – The Lost Village. Doors open at 6pm and movie begins at 6:30pm.

All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). A canned good donation is welcomed!

Snacks are provided!

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

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Cheryl Allan had high score at Saturday Euchre. Jim Allan came in second, John Murphy was the low score.

Evelyn Vivier had high score at Monday night Pepper. Betty Fields had the most peppers and Pat Rounding was the low score.

Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Donna Eyraud and Floyd Cascadden tied for the most peppers. Wally Lafromboise had high score and Estelle Spoors had the low score.

Debbie Monchamp had high score Wednesday Night, George Diesbourg had ten peppers! Shirley Stiers was the low score.

Thursday night Bridge winners were Joan Broeders and Edna Chevalier.

Our Pot Luck Luncheon takes place on Tues. Oct. 10 at noon with a special program following by Families First on “Talk of a Lifetime.” All are welcome.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Thank you to everyone who came out to support our market last weekend, it’s always good to see the community come out to support our events, thank you!

Our pasta dinners will resume on Friday, September 29th, hope to see you there! Note the change in date for this month, it’s not the usual first Friday of the month because of Thanksgiving.

On Sunday, October 1 we will hold our annual Blessing of the Animals at 3 pm at St. Paul’s. Bring your friends furry, scaly, or feathery. All are welcome as we offer blessings for those who bless our lives with their presence. Donations to the Windsor-Essex Humane Society are encouraged.

The next 8 am Traditional Holy Communion Service at St. Paul’s using the BCP is on Sunday, October 8th – Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday.

Regular Sunday Services are as follows: 1st Sunday of the month only there will be an 8am BCP Eucharist Service. Weekly 11am BAS Eucharist Service & Sunday School. 3rd Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service.

For more information about us, please visit our website at www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex.

You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.

Essex County Library Essex Branch Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities. On WEDNESDAYS (September 27 - November 15) and THURSDAYS (September 28 - November 16) at 10:30 am. Ages 5 years old & under & caregiver. Register online or at the

library.

Sugar & Your Family: How? Do you lack energy throughout the day? Do you want to eat healthier but just don’t know how to find time to make changes? In this FREE seminar, you’ll uncover what’s been stopping you & help transform your cravings so you can kick the sugar habit for good! Saturday, September 30 at 11am. Adult program. Register online or at the library. Free Adult Program.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

The next Fish Fry is Friday, September 29, from 4:30-7pm.

The Mission Group will hold its Loonie & Toonie collection after each Mass on Oct. 7 & 8.

The Blanket Exercise is on September 30, 9:30am-12:30pm at St. Mary’s Hall, Maidstone.

The All-In Fall Retreat for teens is September 30 & October 1 at Camp Cedarwin.

The CWL meetings is on Tuesday, October 3 at 7pm in St. Joesph’s Meeting room.

R.I.C.A. begins on Thursday, October 12th.

Tom Robson will be honoured on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Essex Citizen of the Year.

The CWL Annual Turkey Dinner & Bazaar on Sunday, November 5, from noon - 5pm. All are welcome.

God Bless you all and have a great week!

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am.

This Sunday is Worldwide Communion Sunday. Rev. Ann will lead us in Holy Communion. Libby Skidmore will read the Holy Scriptures. Elaine Mailloux and Fran McKim will greet you at the door. Lunch will be served after the service.

Session Outreach Program is reaching

out to the Essex Food Bank. The next three Sundays, food will be collected and given to Essex Area Food Bank. You can leave inside the hall.

Please say a special prayer for our friends on our prayer list.

Thanksgiving (Turkey) Dinner is on Saturday, September 30 from 3pm to 7pm. Dine-in or take-out. Turkey and all the fixings plus homemade pies will be served. Takeout orders received Friday from 7pm - 9pm. Saturday from 9am Noon. Call: 519-975-2252. Tickets are available from any church member or call: 519-975-2461.

Coffee and Conversation: Thursday at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.

Essex Community Services Coats for Kids - We need your help!

The annual 2017 campaign is now on. A network of community agencies across Windsor-Essex County are working together to distribute warm winter coats to children and families in need. We rely on our community to donate gently used, current style coats to this program.

Coats can be dropped off at Essex Community Services, 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7. Please phone 519-776-4231 for more information. Thank you for your support of this program.

Golden Years Golf Report Last Thursday, 33 golfers sank a respectable 52 holes-in-one. Andy Orsini and Lloyd Honey shared the lead with five aces each.

The Low Score of 16, for 9 holes, was shared by Cathy Dewhurst and Bill Mayville. Setting a new league record with a score of 33, over 18 holes, was Bill Mayville. A score of 71, over 36 holes, was registered by Lloyd Honey.

In team play, first place bragging rights, with a score of 242, went to Team 10 (Betty McManus, Murray Cascadden, Lloyd Honey). Nailing down second place was Team 7 (Barry Sweet, Mary Binder,

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Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland

Continued from Page 21 Perpetua Hildrop). Third place was shared between Team 2 (Dorothy Cascadden, Ernie Vandenberg, Bill Taylor) and Team 6 (Tom Dewhurst, John Vlodarchyk, Cathy Dewhurst).

Play resumes on September 28, 9:30 am at Colasanti’s.

Trinity Church Please keep in your prayers Bill, Wendy, Jim, Erin, Brian, Grace, Ina, Sue, and Patrick.

The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Marie Mills, given by the congregation.

Join us Sunday as we welcome Pastor Mike Lees from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Windsor, who will lead Holy Communion using the Lutheran Prayer Book, while Rev. Chris will preside at Trinity Lutheran using the Book of Alternative Services. At 3pm, there will be the Blessing of the Animals at St. Paul’s. Bring your friends, fury, scaly, feathery, and more! Donations to the Windsor-Essex Humane Society are encouraged.

Harvest Thanksgiving is on Sunday, October 8th. Plan on joining us at 9:15am.

Thanksgiving is coming up quickly, don’t forget to order your pies (cherry or apple) for pick up October 7 from 10 to 11am. Place your orders by leaving a message at the church office at: 519-776-7711 or Brenda at: 519-839-5184.

For up-to-date information on what’s going on, please remember to check out our website: www.stpaulstrinity.org. Also, check out and like the Facebook page. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church”in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!

Join us at 10 am on Sunday. Our Elder on Duty is Georgeann Welsh. Our Door greeters are Connie & Cliff Campeau and Church lock-up will be taken care of by Paul Thomas. There is a Door Greeters list with dates and slotted names. Please let Christine know if there are any changes to the schedule.

Join our Choir. We meet on Wednesday nights at 7pm. Share your talent and enjoy some fellowship.

Join us for the first BINGO of the Fall on September 29 in Simpkins Hall at 7pm.

Donations of door prizes and baked goods are always appreciated.

There is a UCW meeting on Monday, October 2 at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. All ladies of the congregation are invited to attend.

The next Iler Lodge service is on Tuesday, October 3 at 2pm. Volunteers are welcomed and appreciated.

Please visit our website: www.bethelmaidstone.com.

Woodslee Friendship Club The Euchre winners for Monday, September 18th were George Sutherland, Joan Broeders, Mary Demars, Flo Rivest, Mary Marg Chevalier, and Charlie Chevalier.

Wednesday Pepper winners were Dave McMurren, Mary Demars, Joanne McMurren, Irene Gignac, George Diesbourg and Helene Manley. Friday night Euchre winners were Cecile St. Denis, LeRoy Davison, Charles Chevalier, Joan Broeders, and Pat Roundings.

If your interested in playing Euchre or Pepper, please call Irene at 519-975-2283.

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MCGUIRE, Susan Marie - It is with profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Susan after a battle with Cancer at the Erie Shores Hospice on September 24, 2017 at 68 years of age.

Cherished wife of Clarence with whom he celebrated 43 years of happiness. Daughterin-law and best friend of Madeline McGuire, wife of the late Everett. Loving mother of Tracy, Mickey (Celeste), Casey (Laurel) and Kassandra (Rick). Treasured grandmother of Kayle, Maeve, Jaz, Kila, Archer, Emmett and Armand. Twin sister of Jim (Linda); Lynn (Rick) and Mary Kate (Wilhelm). Sister-in-law of Joyce (David), Rick (Linda), Brian (Lisa), John (Jan), Karen, Joan (Larry), Kim (Kent) and Donna (Blaise). Susan was a teacher with the East Pointe School District in Michigan. She was a member of the Victory Bowling League, Good Neighbour Club Darts and the Royal Canadian Legion # 201- Essex. Susan is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. The service to celebrate Susan’s life will take place from the funeral home on Thursday at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House (London or Windsor) or to the Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

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Leonard Maitre September26th, 1988 In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, pépé who passed away 29 years ago.

Fall is arriving and it’s harvest time. As we look over your fields and watch the sunrise and sunsets, we are reminded of you, knowing that you are watching over us. Pépé, you are always with us and never forgotten. ~ Love always, Your Family

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RAWLINS, Archie Ray - Passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on September 22, 2017.

Predeceased by his beloved wife of over 69 years to Marie Philomena (nee Drummelsmith) (January 23, 2017). Cherished Dad of Don and Linda, George and Chris, Jim, and Deb. Predeceased by his son Bill and wife Linda, and youngest son Doug. Loving Grandpa of Donna and Parry, Dan, and Marisa, Joe and Amy, Tim and Joanne, Christa, and Lawrence.

Dear Great-grandpa of 8. Survived by 1 sister and 3 brothers. He will be sadly missed by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Archie retired from GM after many years of dedicated service. Donations to Hospice Windsor Essex would be greatly appreciated. Cremation has taken place. Interment of Archies ashes to be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens at noon. Arrangements entrusted to Families First Funeral Home, 585 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg (519-969-5841). Share memories, photos or make a donation at www.FamiliesFirst.ca. ___________________________________________________

COWELL, Douglas - with heavy hearts and great sadness, we announce Doug’s passing on September 19, 2017 surrounded by family at the age of 84. Doug will be sadly missed by his wife of 62 years, Ruby Cowell (nee Collard). Special father to Donna Nelson (Bob), Debbie Augustine (Denis), Rick Cowell (Deb), Diane Eastman (Ron), Linda Kerr (Bob) and Rob Cowell.

Proud Grandpa to Stacey (Ryan), Amy (Jon), Julie (George), Carol (Judson), Brian (Melissa), Jason (Julia), Kevin, Danielle, Kim (Andrew) and Katelyn (Alex). Best great grandpa to 12 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents, Arnold and Maxine Cowell and his inlaws Fred and Grace Collard. Dear brother of Lloyd Cowell (Marianne), the late Allen Cowell and brother-in-law of Inez Robinson (late Luke). Doug was an employee of Chrysler Canada for 30 years where he could proudly say he had been retired for much longer than he worked. Well known in the farming community, Doug farmed the Cowell family farm for many years. In retirement, Doug and Ruby loved to travel and travelled to many parts of the world. On the weekends, he looked forward to early morning coffee with his friends. Doug loved the company of family and friends and he will be forever remembered and missed.

Special thank you to Dr. Dawood, Dr. Burgess, Dr. Christie, the staff at the Cancer Centre and at Erie Shores Health Care Centre. To the amazing staff and volunteers at Erie Shores Hospice, your kindness, compassion and support were greatly appreciated.

Visiting took place at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday. Family and friends gathered for a Graveside Service on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, 366 Talbot Street West, Leamington. Rev. Jim Bagley officiated. If desired memorial donations made to Canadian Cancer Society, Erie Shores Hospice or Brooker Baptist Church would be appreciated by the family. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

What’s Going On...

SEPT. 23 - ST PAUL’S MARKET - 92 St Paul St., Essex. 10am - 2pm. Gift items, baked goods, jewellery, books & more! Call: 519-980-4942 for more info or table rentals.

SEPT. 25 - BETHEL MAIDSTONE UNITED CHURCH FUNDRAISER for Haiti at A1 Chinese Restaurant from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.- cash only.

SEPT. 27 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING at Essex Retirees’ Centre, 7:30pm. Arlene Welsh, starting a tree from seed. plant & seed exchange.

SEPT. 29 - Pasta Dinner at St Paul’s Church, 92 St Paul St 5 - 6:30pm. 519-776-7711.

SEPT. 30 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOC. MEETING, Orchard View Golf, 1357 Cty. Rd. 34, at 9 a.m. The public is welcome. Call Paul for info. 519-738-3476.

SEPT. 30 - AUTUMNFEST BAZAAR  At Visitation Church’s Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Road, Comber, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more info, call Carol Lefaive: 519-798-3655.

SEPT. 30 - WOODSLEE UNITED CHURCH THANKSGIVING DINNER  From 3-7pm, Takeout available. Tickets from church members: 519-975-2461.

SEPT. 30 & OCT. 1 - RENDEVOUS 2017  Voyager & Fur Trade Encampment - at Fort Malden. For info: ont.fort-malden@pc.gc.ca or proudacres@gmail.com.

OCT. 1 - LIFE CHAIN  In Essex at Talbot at Centre, from 2:30 - 3:30pm.

OCT. 1 WOODSLEE COMMUNITY CENTER COMMUNITY APPRECIATION BBQ and Fun Day. From 12-3 at the Woodslee Community Center. Come celebrate with us.

OCT. 6 & 7  LASALLE CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL  1.5km beer run, food trucks, music, craft beer, games, & more. For information: www.lasalle.ca.

OCT. 17  ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC  At Essex Centre Recreation Complex, from 1-7pm. For more info: 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca.

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings last Wednesday of every month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens @ 6:30 p.m. All welcome.

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First Sip n’ Paint held at Essex Railway Station

by Adam Gault The first “Sip n’ Paint” was hosted this

past Thursday evening at the Essex Railway Station in the hopes of introducing

art to a wider-than-usual audience.

Essex’s Arts, Culture,

and Tourism (ACT) Committee, presented the Sip n’ Paint, which provided those in attendance the opportunity to create their very own works of art with stepby-step instruction from a local artist, as well as enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while working on the masterpiece in progress.

Cynthia Cakebread, Essex’s Manager of Recreation and Culture, explained the idea for the Sip n’ Paint came as a way for the Town to bring art to all areas of the community.

“It spread out from the Mural Committee as a different way to

engage. It’s a fun, social, low pressure event,” Cakebread explained. “It’s a different way to engage the community, and we’re hoping those who attend might develop an interest in art.”

Sip n’ Paint will continue to bring art to highlight all corners of Essex, with future events planned for Colchester, Harrow, and McGregor.

“We want to reach a lot of different people, in a lot of different communities,” Cakebread said.

The event looks to highlight local architectural and scenic gems throughout the tour, with the next Sip n’ Paint taking place overlooking Lake Erie at the Colchester Harbour on Thursday,

October 19.

Julie Robinson a local artist, is hosting all four events. Bringing years of artistic illustration and painting experience, Robinson plays a big part in what makes the events successful. With her friendly and outgoing personality, even the most novice of artists will have an enjoyable evening and feel much more confident in their artistic abilities at the end of the two-hour event.

Those looking to register for upcoming Sip n’ Paint events can find all information at essexconnect.ca.

For information on Robinson, and to see samples of her work, visit projectmonster.ca

Essex Council and staff host walkabout

by Sylene Argent On Monday evening, members of Essex Council and staff members took part in a walkabout in downtown Essex Centre.

This annual event has taken place in September over the last several years. The walkabout gives participants an idea of the improvements that have been made since last year and those improvements that still need to be done.

It was noted during the walkabout that several businesses have improved their façade over the past year. In many cases, thanks to the Town’s Community Improvement Plan (CIP) that the Essex Centre BIA promotes to its members. It was mentioned copies of the CIP should be handed out to realtors selling commercial businesses to help relay that information to potential buyers.

A topic discussed was the street poles. It was noted to replace the downtown street poles would be a around $1 million. A report came to Council on this earlier this year; It was noted during the walkabout this project would have to be phased and would likely be discussed during the 2018 budget deliberations.

Cracks and tripping hazards were also identified along the route.

Last year, a dip in the sidewalk near the Gordon Avenue and Centre Street intersection was pointed out.

It has since been fixed. Also last year, the vacant lot near that intersection was covered in stone. It has since been cleaned up and the Essex Centre BIA has purchased a shade sail, two chess tables, and some planters to create a parkette. The Essex Centre BIA is also working with the Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee to install a mural there next spring.

In the future, Councillor Randy Voakes he would prefer the walkabout to not take place on a Monday when many downtown stores are closed. He also had concerns about the pavilion not yet being installed in the Heritage Gardens Park, which the Town and the Essex Centre BIA are working on. It was noted the RFP is ready to go.

Councillor Steve Bjorkman commented he would like to see more recycling units in the downtown corridor, also.

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Red Raiders win big, 34-0 1937 Chevrolet coupe a blast from the past!

Roger Portt with his hopped-up ’37 Chev coupe.

While attending the Cruisin ’17 Car Show at the Roma Club in Leamington on August 20, one car in particular reminded me of the old cars I saw on the street when I was a teenager in the late ‘50s.

Roger Portt of Windsor was at the show with his ’37 Chev coupe in light gray primer with black fenders (my two favourite colours) and side panels removed to display the hopped-up engine under the hood. It was an overhead-valve six sporting three carburetors on a special intake manifold.

Near the car was a sign: “Barn find 2010: 13 coats of paint removed from the body, 1960 Chev 6 with 3 carbs, dual exhausts, 1958 Corvette 4-speed, 1957 Chev rear end, black headliner, rolled and pleated seats (all in car when found).”

Roger was with family and friends on a nearby hill in the shade. He very kindly offered to tell me about his car. He bought it in Michigan seven years ago and was told this car was for sale in Amherstburg in the late ‘50s or early ‘60s.

The car was a wine colour when Roger bought it and after removing 13 coats of paint and spraying the car with gray and black primer, he showed me the driver’s door jamb with the original maroon finish from when the car was new.

Roger had a very special reason for buying this car. When he was a young man in the 1970s, he owned a ’38 Chev coupe (almost identical to a ’37) and also a ’37 Chev sedan delivery, which had a single door at the back (the panel truck had two doors).

Both these vehicles were sold a long time ago, but the memories lived on. When this ’37 Chev coupe came up for sale in Michigan, he had to have it.

With the story about it being for sale in Amherstburg over 50 years ago, there’s an excellent chance this car was built in Oshawa, found its way to Michigan, perhaps from that ad, and is now back in Ontario.

Since buying it in 2010, Roger has purchased lots of parts from California, including door handles and other items, to finish off the car. He drew my attention to the hood ornament, which many years ago he reproduced in quantity and sold at old car swap meets.

Here’s wishing for Roger many years of happy motoring behind the wheel of his ’37 Chev coupe. And if anyone in Amherstburg remembers this car from long ago, please contact me as shown below. Another chapter in the life of this car might turn up. Stay tuned!

I’m always looking for more stories.

Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2.

The referee has a chat with the Essex Novice AE team members prior to their game on Saturday against Belle River.

by Fred Groves Q u a r t e r b a c k Max Henricks threw touchdown passes to

izing in Speciales, Cakes Cupcakuch more! and m

Coby Macrow, Dustin Anderson, and Aidan Whittle last week as the Essex District High

School Senior football team blanked visiting Catholic Central 34-0 last

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Order your Fall-Flavoured Cakes & Desserts for Thanksgiving.

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Essex 73’s on the ice for season opener

by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s recently began its second season under head coach Cam Crowder, looking to improve upon last season’s Schmaltz Cup semi-final loss to Ayr in Game 7. For the first time in 44 years, however, Essex will play without long-time volunteer Frank Matthys working behind the scenes.

The 73’s season opener was against the Amherstburg Admirals on September 19, which began with Matthys and last season’s captain, Dallas Pereira, dropping the first puck.

Looking energized after the festivities, Essex skated into the intermission with a 2-0 lead. The teams exchanged goals in the second period before Essex pulled away in the third period. Leading the offensive charge was rookie Justin Bondy, while Tyler Ryan faced 27 shots in the win. The 73’s won 5-2.

The team’s opening week continued on Friday night when it traveled to Dresden to face the Jr Kings in what was a penalty-riddled affair. Dresden’s power play went 1/12 while Essex went 1/3. The story of the night though was the effort of those special teams.

Essex finished the night with four short-handed goals, including three coming from the big veteran, Luke Gecse. Essex cruised to a 6-2 win over Dresden, while being short-handed much of the game.

The most important game of the week was played last Sunday, which was dubbed “Frank Matthys Day.” It was a celebration for the only person to ever ride in seven Schmaltz Cup parades. Frank retired this year, but not before being honoured on the ice prior to puck drop with nearly 100 alumni from all generations.

After the ceremonies, the 73’s played the Lakeshore Canadiens through a scoreless first twenty minutes of play, before eventually finding the scoresheet in the second. The scoreboard read 1-1 after 40 minutes.

Much to the displeasure of the nearly 600 faithful in attendance, Essex could not find the net behind Colin Topliffe as Lakeshore held on to beat Essex, 5-3.

Both Michael Vieira and Luke Gecse are leading the 73’s offense through the first week of the season, while Tyler Boughner is wearing the ‘C’ this year.

Head Coach Cam Crowder expects a lot of his

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week.

The Red Raiders, which ran their WECSSAA record to 1-1, take on host Herman today, Thursday.

• Essex’s Brandon Revenberg helped the Hamilton Ti-Cats to their third CFL win of the year, a 24-23 win over the B.C. Lions.

• Scorekeeper and announcer Sandy Repko, a frequent volunteer at many EDHS games, is at the Invictus Games in Toronto where she is a track and field official.

• The EDHS boys’ golf team won the team title at the recent WECSSAA tournament.

Austin Friesen and Grant Baker led the way, both shooting

a 76, while MacKenzine McIntyre had a 78 and Tyler Harubise shot an 87.

• Mitch Hudvagner increased his batting average to .324 at Madonna University on Sunday when he had one hit, two walks, and scored a pair of runs. The Crusaders beat Sienna Heights, 14-4.

• Starting its WECSSAA season, the senior boys’ volleyball team from EDHS beat Riverside three straight, 25-15, 25-12, 25-15.

• Horse harness racing driver Mark Williams was first with St. Lad’s Pixie in the fifth race on Sunday at the Leamington Raceway.

He was also second in the first with Apocdyps

Seelster.

• Dalton Langlois had an assist to help the Leamington Flyers to a 6-3 win over London last Thursday. On Sunday, Essex native Josh King had an assist to help the

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Chatham Maroons to a 5-3 win over the Flyers.

If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

returning players to step up this season and continue to grow.

Essex will play two games in its second week, including a Saturday night contest against Mooretown.

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We will miss you, Frank. We hope that your retirement is wonderful!

Wishing you all the best, Frank!

Congratulations on your Retirement, Frank!

Best of luck, and enjoy your retirement, Frank!

Best wishes for a relaxing and happy retirement, Frank!

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Have a wonderful retirement, Frank! You will be missed.

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Frank Matthys

Congratulations on your retirement

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The End of an Era

May the next phase of your life bring you all that you seek and more.

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Thank you for everything you have done, Frank!

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You will not be forgotten anytime soon, Frank.

Now go and relax!

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Frank, your work truly made a lasting impact. We will miss you very much!

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