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Town hosting a public open house regarding transit proposal

By Ron Giofu

The possibility of public transit in Amherstburg is one step closer as the town is holding a public open house to gather feedback.

A public transit open house will be held in the community room at the Libro Centre Sept. 17 with two time slots – 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. The town is advising that people must be wearing a mask to enter and all visitors will be asked to sign in. The town is also advising that “wait times for entry may vary” and that paper surveys will be available on site to complete.

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo said the town has to follow provincial guidelines as far as gatherings go.

“We will have to limit the number of people based on the size of the room,” he said.

DiCarlo added he is still hopeful that a number of people can be heard from.

As for the feedback he has been receiving thus far, he says there are a mixed bag of people who either want it or they wouldn’t use a transit system.

Following an in-camera session Aug. 10, town council unanimously agreed to direct administration to undertake public consultation on public transportation needs in relation to a proposal from Transit Windsor.

Subsequent to the public consultation, administration has been directed to develop a business plan for town council that includes grant funding opportunities.

According to the route proposed by Transit Windsor, the bus would be based out of the terminal at the Hotel-Dieu Grace hospital campus.

After a pair of stops along Front Road in LaSalle, the bus route would then come into Amherstburg where it would pick up riders in the urban part of the municipality.

There are six areas that would have stops with two stops, one for each direction, at those areas. The proposed route would be mainly on Sandwich St., with it being proposed that once it heads southbound through the urban portion of Amherstburg, the bus would turn onto Dalhousie St. and use Lowes Side Road to loop back around onto Sandwich St. and then head north and back to LaSalle and Windsor.

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The proposed bus route from the west end of Windsor to Amherstburg and back is shown here.

The route would predominantly be along Sandwich St. S. once in Amherstburg, should the proposed route proceed in this fashion without changes. Screenshot

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Reopening schools safely matters to everyone That’s why the government of Ontario has worked with health officials, school boards and educators to develop a comprehensive plan to keep kids and staff safe.

• Physical distancing measures will be implemented such as desk separation, signs, floor markings and one-way hallways.

• Face coverings will be required for staff and students in Grades 4-12.

• Hand hygiene will be enabled with hand sanitizer and hand washing.

• More nurses will be in schools.

• School cleaning will be enhanced.

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Ice will be reinstalled at the Libro Centre’s main pad for Oct. 4, however user groups are expected to commit to the $43,171 in user fees and usage. However, if a second wave of COVID-19 hits, the user groups could appeal to council should the Libro Centre have to be shut down again.

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Town council agrees to re-install ice at Libro Centre, with conditions

By Ron Giofu After extensive debate on the matter, town council has agreed to install ice in one pad at the Libro Centre but with conditions.

The roughly two-hour debate on safely reopening the main pad of the arena comes with the condition that user groups, such as the Amherstburg Minor Hockey Association (AMHA), Skate Amherstburg and others, commit to pay the monthly $43,171 user fees and use that ice time. A bone of contention for user groups, represented by Wes Ewer and Lynn Fox, was whether the groups would still have to pay those costs if the COVID-19 pandemic ramps back up and causes the province to take a step back and re-institute restrictions.

Wes Ewer represented AMHA, the Big Creek Hockey League and the Amherstburg Admirals Jr. C hockey team, indicated that AMHA can’t afford to offload any more costs to members, acknowledging “it’s very expensive to play hockey.” He said if a third party, such as the Ontario government, were to shut down the season for any length of time, “I don’t think our members should be on the hook.”

“Our concern is the downloading of costs to members if a spike in cases results in a shutdown to the arena,” said Fox. Councillor Marc Renaud, the president of the AMHA, declared a conflict of interest on the discussions.

CAO John Miceli said the town has to follow proper cleaning protocols and also has to deal with a loss of revenue due to the pandemic. He responded to a question

by Ewer that the town is always willing to work with user groups and that they would respond to any guidelines being handed down by any governing bodies.

“This is very fluid,” Miceli said of the pandemic. “We’re reacting to what is being asked of us.”

“There is a significant amount of political and financial risk associated with the decision to reopen the ice surfaces at the Libro Centre. From a political perspective council is faced with a decision to open a public facility for user groups wishing to regain some level of normalcy and to continue with recreational activities for our youth,” a written report from Miceli, director of parks, facilities, recreation and culture Phil Roberts and manager of After a lengthy two-hour debate during Monday night’s town council meeting, the town agreed to have ice reinstalled at the Libro recreation programming Centre. It will go in the main pad only at this point and conditions Rick Daly stated.

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Local principals satisfied with the start of the 2020-21 school year

By Ron Giofu With the 2020-21 school year starting amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, local schools are happy with what went on inside their school for the first couple of days.

General Amherst High School welcomed its Grade 9 class last Thursday and Friday and while the school year has a different look and feel this year for obvious reasons, such as mask wearing and regular hand sanitization, the first two days of school went fine, according to principal Melissa DeBruyne.

“I think it was a good opportunity to work out a few kinks,” she said.

The first day saw half of the Grade 9 class attend but things went smoother the second day, she noted. With it not being a regular school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, DeBruyne said there was anxiety all around.

“We were all kind of nervous,” she said. “It was first day jitters for the Grade 9s. It was first day jitters for the teachers.”

DeBruyne added that “teachers are so conscientious” and that they are still wanting to engage the students and give them the best education possible under the circumstances.

“It’s all new to how we operate,” she said. “We have a high number of students that are in school. Our numbers are low for virtual school so we want to do a great job.”

The start of the school year was different for many reasons and one of those was the fact there had to be a lot of co-ordination with a lot of partners and with the board. There was a lot of work that had to be done to get the school ready, she stated.

DeBruyne stated she believed the first couple of days will allow everyone to get into their routines this week.

However, there has been some confusion between parents, teachers and the Greater Essex County District School Board over the weekend with regards to scheduling, class assignments and logging into online

“We were all kind of nervous"

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portals. That has led to frustration and people looking for answers.

Parents and families are supportive and understanding of what is happening and they are helping in their own ways, DeBruyne added.

There were no difficulties with compliance on masks, hand sanitization and other public health measures that have been implemented, DeBruyne reported.

“Families are doing a great job making sure their kids are coming prepared,” said DeBruyne. “That’s helpful too.”

The staff is glad to be able to see the students again, she added.

“I am so happy to be back. This is where we belong,” said DeBruyne, adding if everyone keeps adhering to health and safety regulations “this where we need to be.”

St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School principal Amy Facchineri was also pleased with how the first two days of school went at her school.

“It was incredibly smooth. The students were here, the busing was great,” said Facchineri.

Facchineri said the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board has ensured that students that are learning from home are learning the exact same thing that in-person learners are thanks to webcams in every classroom.

“Our students are learning from home and at school with the same teachers,” said Facchineri.

Facchineri also praised her staff for their dedication to the job and the students.

“It has been truly inspiring with our teachers,” she said. “I’m really impressed. It’s really amazing.”

Students are “exceptional” as well, Facchineri continued, as they have to go straight to their classroom as soon as they enter the building and stay there for four hours with nutrition breaks included. There were no difficulties with students wearing masks, sanitizing hands or following any of the other health protocols, she said, adding the school has worked tirelessly to support all public health protocols.

“It’s a very different first day of school than any of us have ever experienced,” said Facchineri. “The students are resilient and the teachers are exceptional. If the rest of the school year goes as well as the (first) two days,

Vice principal Bonnie DesJardins instructs students on which bus to board following the end of the school day last Friday. Grade 9 students went last Thursday and Friday with older students scheduled to join this week. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

that would be miraculous. We need that continued commitment from teachers and students to have a successful school year.”

Facchineri believes the plan the WECDSB has in place helps support student learning and the teachers are there to support the students as well. She also thanks parents for their support and patience, adding they are doing their best to maintain the lines of

communication with parents.

“Our families have been great,” she said.

Most of the student population at St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School has opted for in-person learning with the percentage of full online learning sitting between 15-20 per cent.

“The vast majority of students returned to school in some form,” said Facchineri.

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Amherstburg Freedom Museum planning 45th anniversary celebrations

By Ron Giofu

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum is approaching a milestone and, if everything goes according to plan, they will be welcoming the public in-person to celebrate.

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will host an open house Sept. 20 in celebration of its 45th Anniversary. There will be two events that day – one virtual and one in-person – with the in-person event being from 1-3:30 p.m.

Museum curator/administrator Mary-Katherine Whelan said pre-registration is required to attend the in-person event. She suggests people pre-register early if they plan on attending the in-person event.

Whelan stated the in-person event will feature music, refreshments and a special contest. Admission is by donation, she noted, stating “it’s an open house” and a way for the Amherstburg Freedom Museum to give back to the community.

For the safety of everyone who attends, masks are mandatory. The public is invited to decorate their masks with the most creative mask winning a museum prize package!

People who attend in-person will also be asked to sign in so that the museum can perform contact tracing, if needed, and there will be controlled access to the property and only people who have pre-registered will be allowed on site.

Whelan indicated that is to give an extra level of safety and security to those who attend.

The in-person event will feature events in the museum’s courtyard and tours of the museum itself.

“The in-person event will also depend on the weather and whether we are still in stage 3,” Whelan stated. “We want to maintain the safety of visitors.”

Tickets are by donation and pre- registration is required , please visit https:// www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-amherstburg-freedom-museum-celebrates-45-yearstickets-119520479973?aff=ebdssbdestsearchto register.

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Pickleball a preferable investment over bike lanes It’s time to really evaluate the cost/benefit of further expenditures for bike lanes which benefit a few, many of whom choose to ignore them anyway. I understand that urban expansion was intended to get people out of cars, save the environment and yes improve individual health. Sounds great but hardly works more than six months in Canada’s climate, in cities. I know of no one commuting via these lanes in Amherstburg.

I see the bike enthusiasts riding on the road where lanes are available, choosing which traffic signs they’ll obey or ignore and giving a hand signal to anyone who calls them on it. It’s nice to see families use these but most are remote to a neighborhood ride.

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The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will be celebrating its 45th anniversary this Sunday with both virtual and in-person events. Pre-registration is required for the in-person event, which runs at the King St. Museum from 1-3:30 p.m.

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Freedom Museum is hosting a virtual event on its Facebook page (@ amherstburgfreedom), the morning of Sept. 20 prior to the in-person event beginning. Whelan stated that event will feature performances, interviews and the history of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. There will be an online auction too. Whelan noted that went live last Monday and continues through Sept. 28. It runs at www.AFM45.givesmart.com.

While the museum was hoping to present something grander for their 45th anniversary, Whelan said they are still grateful they have found a way to host something.

“We’re glad to be able to celebrate at all,” she said. “We want to thank the community for supporting us for the 45 years we’ve been here. We’re hoping to be here another 45 years with continued support.”

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum, located at 277 King St., is a curated archive that preserves and shares Amherstburg’s stories of the Underground Railroad, and the compassion and solidarity it took to make this network possible. The location of the Museum is key, the museum stated, as “Amherstburg meant freedom, as the Canadian destination for many Blacks escaping enslavement in the United States. Also included in the museum complex are Nazrey A.M.E. Church - national historic site and stop on the Underground Railroad, and the Taylor Log Cabin - home of George Taylor a formerly enslaved man and his family.”

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End-of-life health care should be possible for everyone

When my husband Paul was first diagnosed with the terminal illness that took his life, I promised him that I would do everything in my power to make it possible for him to die in our home that he loved so much.

Little did I know at that time what this meant.

Without the many exceptional, caring, compassionate and dedicated doctors, nurses and P.S.W.s, who surrounded us like an army of angels, I would never have been able to keep my promise.

What they did for Paul during the last days of his life was made immeasurably more difficult because of the COVID-19 restrictions imposed on all of us, but these restrictions impacted even more the health care workers, who provided the end-of-life care that was so essential to Paul’ s peaceful passing.

I am painfully aware that this cost them a lot and could not be achieved without sacrifices. They risked their own physical and mental health and that of their own loved ones, just to do this invaluable, es-

sential work.

Paul knew and I know, that words alone are not enough. We all owe them not only a depth of gratitude, but the recognition, the proper working conditions and the financial compensation that they deserve.

Paul also knew and I know as well, that we were fortunate to be able to have this supportive network of health care professionals and that so many, through no fault of their own, are not as fortunate.

Paul deeply cared for the people in his community and tried during the last 49 years to make Amherstburg a better, more caring place for everyone, rich or poor, young or old.

I know that he would want me to do what I could, to make end-of-life health care not an exception but possible for everyone. It is my hope that together we can make this a reality.

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Belle Vue Conservancy members hold cleanup at property, hope to hold more

By Ron Giofu A small group of members from the Belle Vue Conservancy gathered at the 200-year-old mansion last week to help spruce up the exterior.

About five members of the conservancy met to do some groundskeeping and cleanup, what has become a regular tradition since the formation of the organization. Mary Anne Adam organized the cleanup and was joined by president Shirley Curson-Prue, Michael Prue, Bonnie Deslippe and Larry Kirk in helping to maintain the grounds along the front of the building.

“We’re here to clean up our beautiful Belle Vue house because we love this place,” explained Adam.

Adam added that it is because of their love for Belle Vue that they want to give back and volunteer their time to restore the property.

“We love Belle Vue and we want to bring this place back to life,” said Adam.

Adam said last Wednesday’s cleanup was the first of the season, and she hoped for an additional cleanup this week. She said she has already heard from neighbours willing to show up and help out with an additional cleanup at the site.

“It’s going to take a couple of times,” said Adam.

“We’re going to be here again.”

Anyone interested in helping with the cleanup can call Adam at 519-996-0458.

“Call me if you are interested and we can plan a day together,” she said.

The Belle Vue Conservancy is now able to issue tax receipts for those wishing to donate towards the building’s restoration. Curson-Prue said that will be a help as it will allow the conservancy to directly issue the tax receipts. There is also the ability for people to make donations online.

“I am pleased to announce that the Belle Vue Conservancy recently received charitable status from the Canada Revenue Agency. The process understandably took longer than expected as many CRA staff were redeployed to issuing emergency support cheques related to the pandemic. However we are now authorized to issue our own tax receipts to persons who make donations for heritage repairs to the exterior shell of the Belle Vue House,” said Curson-Prue. “To donate online, please go to our website at www.bellevueconservancy.com and click on the donate button which will take you to our Canada Helps link. You may specify how you want to have your donation directed, such as the window program or a memorial donation and they will issue a tax receipt to you; we will contact you later concerning a donor gift if applicable.

For those who have made or wish to make donations directly to the Conservancy by cheque, we will contact you and you will receive a tax receipt and appropriate donor gift from the Conservancy very shortly.”

The conservancy is feeling the hit from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as they have been unable to hold fundraisers of any kind.

“We can’t hold any events,” said Curson-Prue, adding those events raised “a significant amount of money” for the Belle Vue Conservancy.

The conservancy is looking at different types of fundraisers that they can do under the current conditions.

They are still receiving private donations, including a memorial donation for long-time Belle Vue Conservancy member Paul Hertel, who passed away Aug. 29.

“That money will go towards a window for Paul,” said Curson-Prue, in reference to the conservancy’s window sponsorship program.

Belle Vue is located at 525 Dalhousie St. and was purchased by the Town of Amherstburg for $1.1 million in 2016 with the aim of having it restored through government grants and private donations. According to the Belle Vue Conservancy’s website, it was originally built between 1816-19 by Robert Reynolds, the Deputy Assistant Commissary General at Fort Malden, and was also home of his sisters Margaret and Catherine Reynolds.

The Reynolds family lived at the home from its completion in 1819 until 1865. The home is only one of two historically designated homes in Canada of the

Volunteers were busy cleaning up the front of the Belle Vue property last Wednesday. They included Michael Prue, Larry Kirk, Mary Anne Adam, Shirley Curson-Prue and Bonnie Deslippe. More volunteers are welcome to put their names forward for future cleanups.

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Palladian-style architecture, the other being in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

In 1871, William Johnson purchased the home and would renovate it in an “Italianate” style. Perry Leighton would own the property after that, selling it to John Mullen in 1924. Mullen would restore the home to its original look in 1927.

The Belle Vue house became a veterans’ hospital in 1946 before being a church from 1961-2000. A well and

a smokehouse are also part of the property, which now sits vacant. A new roof was put on the house in recent years.

The town is seeking sponsorships in order to construct a conference and event centre on the property.

For more information on Belle Vue or to donate, visit www.bellevueconservancy.com or call 519-736-7586.

“Your continuing support for the restoration of the Belle Vue is most appreciated,” she said.

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Cyclists enjoy a trip on the Chrysler Canada Greenway. That and the Cypher Systems Greenway are just two of the routes that will be available for this year’s virtual Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour, which runs Sept. 18-28.

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raise funds for its support.”

The Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour will be Essex Region – The Essex Region Conservation Bike held September 18-28. Celebrity Cyclists will post recTour will welcome its participants virtually this year, ommendations of some of their favourite routes across allowing for maximum flexibility and participation Windsor and Essex County. while safely raising funds to support conservation With current public health guidelines limiting puband trails. lic gatherings, the Essex Region Conservation Foun“During these challenging times, access to outdoor dation is hoping that a virtual event will create an spaces have become increasingly important for all of opportunity for cyclists of all ages and abilities to us to maintain our physical and mental health,” says discover some of the region’s best places to cycle, and Danielle Breault Stuebing, director of communica- celebrate the benefits and importance of having accestions and outreach for the Essex Region Conservation sible outdoor spaces. The foundation is ERCA’s fundAuthority (ERCA). “We have taken vital steps over raising arm. the past several months to ensure that Conservation The general public is encouraged, based on the Areas and trails remained open and safe, and have ob- ERCA website, to “gather your social bubble of friends served a major increase in public visitation. We want and family to cycle in support of the Place for Life. to encourage anyone who has been enjoying these Whether you are touring through picturesque country spaces to participate in the Virtual Bike Tour and help roads and along historic County Road 50, or meandering the off-road nature ride on the Chrysler Canada and Cypher Systems Group Greenways, there are plenty of amazing places to ride.”

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Continued from Page 1 The six areas that would have northbound and southbound stops, if the current route goes forward as proposed, would be near Sandwich St. North and Alma St. and in the areas of Sandwich St. S. and Richmond St., Sandwich St. S. and Gore St., Sandwich St. S. and Pickering Dr., Sandwich St. S. and McCurdy Dr. and Sandwich St. S. and Malden Hill Dr. The route would allow for people to get to the Hotel-Dieu Grace terminal and then take other buses to where they need to go in Windsor.

However, according to the mayor, the proposed routes and number of stops can be adjusted based on the needs and wants of town council and the general public.

“What is presented is really just a concept,” said DiCarlo.

The mayor said the route proposed by Transit Windsor is similar to what he recalls the town having when he was a youth, that a bus ran mainly on Sandwich St. S. “This is the initial concept but by no means is it final,” he said. “It’s a starting point for discussion.”

The town can alter the proposed route to something else but DiCarlo cautioned that it could have impacts on cost. A final cost is not known yet as it could vary based on the final route and how many stops there would be.

DiCarlo added that transit service “never really pays for itself” and that it is subsidized by the municipalities in which offer a service. There is a partial cost recovery through fees and passes, he noted.

Things like ridership and routes still have to be finalized, he said. With bus routes being offered in LaSalle, Essex, Kingsville, Leamington and Tecumseh, it could lead to an eventual regional system.

“The more municipalities we can connect through regional transit, the more cost effective it would be for everybody,” said DiCarlo.

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Driver charged after Concession 4 North rollover A rollover accident on Concession 4 North has resulted in a charge against the driver.

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment say the crash occurred the afternoon of Sept. 8 and resulted in minor injuries. The road was closed for a short period of time. Police say after an investigation, there was one charge of careless driving laid.

The crash occurred north of County Road 10 (Middle Side Road), police add.

Motorcycle fire

Officers were called to the 1100 block of Front Road North Sept. 8 for a report of a motorcycle on fire behind a residence. Windsor police state the fire does not appear to be suspicious.

Road closure update

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment has provided additional information on the road closure that occurred on Howard Ave. (County Road 9) Sept. 4. Police say the matter is still under investigation but a worker in Windsor discovered a pipe by his truck in Windsor and, thinking it was part of his work equipment, transported it back to Amherstburg.

After discovering it had a fuse, police were called in and the road was shut down between Middle Side Road and North Townline (County Road 8) for most of the morning and afternoon. It was later reopened after the Windsor Police Service’s explosives unit were called in and rendered the device safe.

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Windsor police is also asking people to drive safely as students return to school. According to a post on Windsor police’s website, not only are students trying to get back into a regular routine, they are also navigating new rules surrounding COVID-19.

“As motorists, our driving habits can become very routine day-to-day and we want to remind the public that they will see visible traffic changes and increases as school resumes. As well, there will be an increase of bicycle and pedestrian traffic on the roadways, most of which will be school aged children. Please exercise extra patience and caution during your travels,” the website report states, which was posted by Const. Talya Natyshak from the corporate communications unit. “Road safety is a shared responsibility and the Windsor Police Service will be enforcing rules of the road in and around schools, bus routes, and community safety zones.”

Tips and reminders that Windsor police have for drivers include allowing extra time during the commute as traffic flow may be slower during bus pickup and drop-off times; leaving extra space between you and other vehicles as buses make frequent stops; never pass a bus with stop lights flashing; do not drive distracted and always be aware of your surroundings; expecting the unexpected from children entering or exiting a bus and slowing down, especially in school zones and where children are present.

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Madeleine Lemieux shows the 2019 Toronto Raptors NBA championship ring that owner Richard Peddie allowed her to try on.

Peddie brought the ring to his River Bookshop Sunday for an event which also included a book signing of his first book “Dream Job.”

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“We've gotten a lot of positive feedback,” he said.

There are also a number of guest speakers that are scheduled to come in, he added, with the speaker series scheduled to get started next month both in the bookstore and in the new upstairs venue.

“We've got great speakers lined up,” he said.

Anna Vannelli and Pat Iannetta stopped by because they wanted to see the bookshop but also the ring.

They were impressed with both.

“It's amazing,” Iannetta said of the ring. “The sheer size of it.”

The ring has a lot of symbolism to it, from the amount of diamonds to the “We The North” slogan and the CN Tower factored in, and it also impressed some young fans, including Madeleine Lemieux.

“It was pretty cool,” she said.

Lemieux indicated she didn't know what to expect with the ring.

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Customers at Amherstburg's new book store got a chance to meet the co-owner, an author and recipient of an NBA championship ring all at the same time.

Richard Peddie, who owns the River Bookshop with wife Colleen, is also the former head of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) and the Toronto Raptors and his efforts in helping to bring the NBA to Canada (along with Larry Tannenbaum) were recognized with a ring after the Raptors won the 2019 NBA Championship.

Peddie had the ring with him Sunday afternoon and allowed customers, many in Raptors clothing, to view it as he also signed copies of his first book “Dream Job.” Customers also had an opportunity to win a raffle for a replica ring.

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The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) board of directors has received an update on its feasibility plan at Holiday Beach Conservation Area.

The board also voted to continue replacing infrastructure at Holiday Beach through its asset management plan and that the investment feasibility study be used in support of future funding applications to further increase visitor attendance and to generate additional tourism-related revenue at the site.

Director of Conservation Services Kevin Money noted the feasibility study was to help find other “business opportunities” at Holiday Beach and to “create more recreational opportunities for the benefit of the whole region.”

“We were able to work with partners to fund the feasibility study,” Money told the board of directors.

In his written report that appeared on the ERCA board of director’s Sept. 10 meeting, Money stated: “The study was supported by the 2017 Holiday Beach Management Plan which made recommendations related to visitor opportunities, and high quality recreational experiences. The total cost of the study was $15,750.

ERCA also partnered with Tourism Windsor Essex and Pelee Island ($2,500) and the Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation ($10,000) to study the feasibility, economic viability and development of recreation and tourism-based infrastructure.”

Suggested improvements and added recreational amenities could include a new hawk tower, a climbing wall, more cottages, glamping opportunities and campground upgrades. Authority administration looked at $5 million and $2.5 million plans and found the latter to be the most feasible in meeting pubic demand.

The study was to assist the partners in applying to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the same program the Town of Amherstburg applied under for the “Great Spaces, Great Places” project. Like the town, the application made for Holiday Beach was also shot down.

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In his written report, Money stated “ERCA found out in July 2020 that its application was not successful. However, ERCA will use the study to support future funding applications from senior levels of government to increase visitor attendance and generate additional tourism-related revenues. Additionally, some aspects of the report, related to recommended price increases, are being implemented now or will be tabled for Board review when our annual fee schedule is brought forward. Further, administration may recommend future investments utilizing the infrastructure reserve fund, after careful consideration related to a number of factors including strategic priorities, market potential, municipal interest, and financial return on investment and payback period.”

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By Ron Giofu United and Anglican churches in the Harrow and Colchester areas came together again the Sunday of Labour Day weekend for a unique kind of service.

Harrow United Church, St. Andrew's Anglican Church in Harrow and Christ Church Colchester gathered in the parking lot at the soccer park in Harrow for a “drive-in” type of service featuring ministers from the parishes. Rev. Darrow Wood from Harrow United Church and Rev. Elise Chambers from the two Anglican churches performed the service standing atop a hay wagon in the parking lot while parishioners remained in their vehicles.

“We did a drive-in service on Canada Day to raise people's spirits,” said Wood.

“Before it was over, people were saying 'when can we do this again?'”

With this year's Harrow Fair not occurring this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the churches came together again. They also worked with the Harrow Fair board and did a food drive. Wood noted there is usually a community church services as part of the Harrow Fair so that is why Labour Day weekend was chosen for another “drive-in” service.

“It seemed like a nice idea to have another community gathering,” said Wood.

Wood estimated there were about 35 vehicles in attendance. Most had two occupants but Wood noted some larger vehicles had about four occupants so he estimated the total crowd at 80 people. That roughly doubled what they had on Canada Day. “I'm very happy with the turnout,” he said after the most recent drive-in service. “It's still nice to see people. Harrow is a community where people like to come together. This is good to have this.”

The Harrow Rotary Club donated use of their sound equipment, Wood added.

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Amherstburg Farmers Market co-ordinator Rita Casagrande (left) and G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. co-owner Jen Desjardins-Grondin stand near Casagrande’s booth at the market. Both report that the Amherstburg Farmers Market has seen a strong resurgence since locating at the craft brewery.

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By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Farmers Market is having one of its best years ever even though the area is still grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic.

The market is in its first year at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. and brewery coowner Jen Desjardins-Grondin said they worked hard to relocate and revive the market after it had been struggling at Toddy Jones Park. The current

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hit this season has been 22 vendors, she the Windsor-Essex County region to said, adding there is now a waiting list the Amherstburg Farmers Market and for people to come out. those people are trying the beer at the “We are pleased to see we have ven- craft brewery for the first time as well. dors asking about committing to the She added while the market was sup2021 season,” said Desjardins-Grondin. posed to wrap up on Thanksgiving Rita Casagrande, who is a vendor weekend, they have extended it to the and a co-ordinator at the Amherstburg end of October when there will be a Farmers Market, said the market is hap- Halloween-themed event at the market. py with its new home at G.L. Heritage “We’re encouraging families to stop Brewing Co. by every booth for something special,” “It’s a match made in heaven,” said said Desjardins-Grondin.

Casagrande. “Everyone is happy. G.L. They hope the weather holds out, Heritage has made it easy to be here. as both Desjardins-Grondin and CasaThey’ve been very accommodating.” grande said they have had great weathCasagrande noted that after touring er most weekends this year. the various vendors, people can stay GL Heritage Brewing Company is and enjoy what G.L. Heritage Brewing located at 8728 Howard Ave. (County Co. has to offer.

Road 9) approximately 200 metres “It’s a place to go,” said Casagrande. north of the former Malden Communi“It’s an outing for a lot of people.” ty and Cultural Centre, a.k.a. the “Little “It’s a safe place to go, especially in White Church.” these times,” added Desjardins-GronThe Amherstburg Farmers Market din. runs every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to Desjardins-Grondin believes a farm- 1:30 p.m. For more information, e-mail ers market is a perfect collaboration Casagrande at acasagrande1@cogeco.ca with G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. She noted it is an open air, family friendly environment in an agricultural setting.

“It just fits,” said Desjardins-Grondin.

“It’s like a field of dreams here,” added Casagrande.

Locally grown food, baked goods, packaged items and crafts are on display and available for purchase every Saturday at the Amherstburg Farmers Market. Desjardins-Grondin stated the market shows that people don’t have to go outside the area to purchase the food and goods they need and want.

“We have returning customers,” continued Casagrande. “They come every week.”

Melissa McLean and Travis Davies from Beech Tree Farms in Desjardins-Grondin inHarrow come to the Amherstburg Farmers Market every other dicated they are attractSaturday and report they are satisfied with the experience. ing customers from across RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

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By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Minor Hockey Association (AMHA) is looking to get started for the upcoming season however they, like pretty much any other organization, is working within COVID-19 regulations.

AMHA president Marc Renaud said they are working under Hockey Canada and Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) directives around COVID-19. He pointed out there are Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels this year with Tier 1 being travel players and Tier 2 being house league. Renaud noted there will be no travel tryouts this season.

“Basically, who was on the team last year will be on the team this year if they put their name forward,” said Renaud.

The play on the ice will look a lot different, he noted.

“They’ll play four-on-four which is new for us,” said Renaud.

The first two weeks will be developmental, he said, then a season. There will be no penalties, at least not in the traditional sense, as there will be no players sitting in the penalty box. If there is an on-ice infraction, Renaud said a penalty shot will awarded.

There will be 20 players per age level at the Tier 1 level and 40 per age level at the Tier 2 level with eight players per team, one coach on the bench and one trainer.

Renaud indicated the plan now is to put chairs outside dressing rooms for helping to assist with skate tying.

Cohorts are trying to be arranged with other minor hockey associations to assist in providing games for Tier 1 hockey. The hope is to get on the ice in either late September or early October.

“We’d like to get going sooner rather than later,” said Renaud.

Renaud is also a town councillor and he declared a conflict during discussions on ice installation discussions at the Sept. 14 council meeting. The AMHA is hoping to have one parent allowed in the rink for younger age groups, though the number of people in the rink will be limited, Renaud acknowledged.

“Our registration is down,” said Renaud. “We’re about 330 (players). We were about 450 players last year.”

That number was without a midget program and if that is relaunched it could boost enrolment to about 380 players, possibly 400.

Renaud said AMHA has tried to keep registration affordable this year and it runs until Dec. 20. The season is broken up this year, he added, as players will have to register for the 2021 portion of the season after that.

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In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather

Who passed away 29 years ago, Feb. 24, 1927 - Sept. 15, 1991

Loving memories of one so dear, treasured still with a love sincere.

In our hearts he is living yet, we loved him too deeply to forget.

Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day, remembrance keeps him near.

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Anna, Linda, Vince and families.

We honour you today and everyday You will always be the wind beneath our wings.

Lovingly remembered by husband Peter, Children Lisa (Bert), Ricky, Donna (Serge), Dan (Sabrina), Paul (Tamara).

Grandchildren Justin, Brittany, Landon, Brenden, Alexa, and Daniel

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Love Becky, Amy & Todd, Hilary & Larry, Quinn, Brett, Andie, Emma, Lily & Mitchell

Norman Potter

March 19, 1941 to September 18, 2019

Itʼs been a full year since weʼve seen your smile, heard your laugh or felt your hugs.

Not a day passes that we donʼt talk about you and wonder what stories you would have shared with all of us.

You are forever in our hearts and truly missed.

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14 – River Town Times – Wednesday, September 16, 2020

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TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This week you may be feeling especially loving and romantic, Taurus. Consider treating your special someone to a homecooked meal or going for a stroll in the park.

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, if things get a little confusing over the next couple of days, don’t feel the need to try to figure everything out. Take what you need to get your tasks done.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it may seem like you are juggling a hundred things at once. Take a step back to exhale and recharge your batteries.

This will prove a welcome break.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, when faced with too many choices, you may find it hard to make a decision. Instead, select two or more and sample which is best.

Don’t let indecisiveness derail your plans.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Calming, relaxing activities are the best way to fill up your week, Virgo. Spend time taking long walks with friends or hanging out without much advance planning.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, one minute you feel one thing and another you’ve changed your mind. Sit down and think over the pros and cons of each direction before making a final decision.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your social schedule fills up quickly this week. You may enjoy getting out of the house or the office, but remember to do it in a responsible and safe way.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 No one but you can start working toward your goals, Sagittarius. Stop dragging your feet and put a good plan into action in the next few days.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, whether you realize it or not, you have a great deal of freedom to do what you want. Be spontaneous and start pursuing some of your goals.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 People may not be receptive to your usual brand of humor this week, Aquarius. Do more listening than talking. Try to keep sarcasm to a minimum and lay low.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Don’t be overly concerned with what others think about you, Pisces. Even if you’re feeling like a fish out of water, forge ahead with your unique ideas.

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The Essex Region Conservation Authority board of directors met Sept. 10 with flooding being one of the topics. Director of water management services Tim Byrne gave an update to the conservation authority as part of the two-hour meeting. Screenshot

ERCA remains cautious about high water levels, warns about flooding in fall and winter

By Ron Giofu The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) continues to monitor high water levels in and around the region and will continue to work with local municipalities to address any hazards in the region.

Director of water management services Tim Byrne told the ERCA board of directors at their most recent meeting that this is year six of high water levels with high water outflows from the upper Great Lakes continuing.

While not classified as one of the Great Lakes, Lake St. Clair remains under close watch as it “is highly reactive to local rainfall events,” said Byrne.

Water resources engineer James Bryant noted in a written report to the ERCA board that the authority continues to operate flood advisory programs remotely without interruptions through the COVID-19 pandemic. His report stated that “lake levels are elevated with new monthly mean records set through 2020. Levels remain near or above previous historic highs through August.”

Byrne told the authority that Lake St. Clair has the highest lake levels in history for this time of year and worried that “a breath of wind could bring in Lake St. Clair.”

There have been 14 flooding events in the Windsor-Essex County area so far in 2020 and Byrne said “some have been fairly significant.”

Byrne cautioned the region is getting into the change in weather patterns where the area is going to start seeing fall and winter winds. He said that will artificially elevate those lake levels in towards some of those lower reaches of the region.

The most recent rainfall event over the Turkey Creek Watershed surpassed 1:100 year rainfall metrics based on observed data,” Bryant’s report added. “With Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie at their current levels, flood risk remains high for the Essex Region as we enter the fall months characterized by a higher probability of strong A sign at the gate of Holiday Beach sustained winds and intense rainfall.”

Conservation Area warns that the beach Byrne said “we’re going to continue to itself is closed. It is shut down due to high monitor the threat” and believed flooding water levels, which has caused erosion is a distinct possibility in the region this along the beach. fall and winter.

RTT Photo by Ron Giofu “Right now, it’s not if but when,” said Byrne. “That’s very concerning.”

Both Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair have peaked as of late spring/early summer Bryant’s report stated.

“The earlier part of 2020 saw water levels surpass previous record highs heading into the summer, but due to below average precipitation levels across the basins, levels have declined staying just below record highs through the summer. Heading into fall 2020, Lake Erie has lowered to a level roughly equal to 1986 levels while Lake St. Clair remains at or above record highs,” Bryant stated in his report. “Lake Huron continues to have well above average outflows (132 per cent of long-term average outflows for the month of July), which helps sustain the record high water levels in Lake St. Clair. Both Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie are projected to lower through the remainder of the year; however, levels are expected to track along the paths of previous historic highs (whether 2019 or 1986) resulting in a continued elevated risk of flooding and accelerated erosion. As a result of 2020’s record high water levels, a Long Term Flood Watch related to High Static (calm) Water Levels was issued on April 1, 2020. To date, the year 2020 has been under a Flood Watch for 162 days and experienced 14 documented flood events; a new high for Flood Warnings issued in a calendar year with four months remaining in the year.”

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New rehabilitation centre opens up inside of the Libro Centre

By Ron Giofu A portion of the Libro Centre has a new look thanks to a new rehabilitation clinic.

Team Rehab has located inside of the town’s recreation facility and the reception area is where the former pro shop used to be with the remainder of the clinic being where the unfinished community space was.

The wall dividing the two units has been removed.

Physiotherapist and clinic owner Elyse Waters said they offer physiotherapy, chiropractic services and other health disciplines.

“It’s a rehabilitation centre offering a multitude of different services,” said Waters.

Along with chiropractor Kyle Morand and their team, they have been primarily focusing on treating active members of the population. Their goal is to get people active into what they enjoy doing, from walking to playing sports.

“We like dealing with people of all ages looking to get back to doing what they love to do,” said Waters.

The clinic had a soft opening July 8 but with the Libro Centre having been closed much of that time, it has been a slow transition. Waters said that has worked out in their favour as they have been able to start slowly and offer one-on-one treatments.

“Because of COVID-19, we are even cleaner and more sanitized,” added Morand. He added they don’t plan on packing people inside and they regularly clean and wipe down any piece of equipment that has been used.

“That’s reassuring for patients,” he said.

Renovations started in January and the Team Rehab clinic was supposed to be open in April. Waters believes that they will get more patients as the Libro Centre reopens.

“Being in a recreation centre gives it a special feel,” said Morand, as both he and Waters pointed out the recreational amenities at the site including the indoor walking track. If more recreational components are added at the Libro Centre, Waters envisions adding more services.

“It’s very accessible,” she said of the clinic. “Every-

“Unfortunately in opening a facility such as the Libro a financial commitment from the Town must be made by the Town recognizing the reduced revenues and the increased expenses in doing so. We also know that many public health officials are warning of a second wave of the pandemic and at any point in time the cases in COVID 19 could rise and we may be forced with closing all of our recreational facilities once again. There are many unknowns that present and further complicate the issue for the Town and inherently add additional risk.”

Miceli outlined financial risks, with an additional $245,000 in additional costs if the ice were to go back in from October-December and upwards of $800,000 if the season ran until May. That would result in a three to four per cent tax increase but the motion passed was done so with the hope of recouping some of their losses. He believed the user groups should take a large role in absorbing additional costs rather than go to the whole community.

“The question is what are you willing to pay as a community to sustain ice hockey and skating?” he asked.

“The reality is it costs to have community building and a community needs a rink,” said Councillor Don McArthur. “I think we owe it to the kids and we owe it to our parents.”

Many councillors feared a second wave of COVID-19 is coming and Councillor Peter Courtney indicated costs would go down if the arena was shut down because there would be no staff necessary. He added his belief that there was a savings of over $150,000 due

Weir, Robert “Bob”

Passed away peacefully on September 8, 2020 at 84 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Betty (2019). Loving father of Fiona and husband Steve Bondy.

Proud grandpa of Lauren and Connor.

Dear brother of Doris Erice (late Tomas), Sheena Cowan ( John) and the late Gladys Stewart (Harry). Bob retired from L.M. Clark Customs after many years of service. He enjoyed golfing with his late wife Betty. Will be missed dearly by many other family members and close friends.

A special thankyou to the staff at Franklin Gardens for all of their care and compassion. If you desire memorial tributes to the Canadian Cancer Society, would be appreciated. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Families First 585 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, 519-969-5841.

To share memories, photos or make a donation at www.FamiliesFirst.ca

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Chiropractor Kyle Morand and physiotherapist/clinic owner Elyse Waters operate Team Rehab at the Libro Centre. The new clinic operates out of the former pro shop location and expanded into the former community space that was on the other side of the wall.

RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

one is welcome. If pain is limiting you in any way, come on in.”

All treatment plans are to achieve the goals of the patient, she stated.

Waters is at Team Rehab Mondays from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesdays from 8-6 p.m., Thursdays from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Morand is there Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Town council agrees to re-install ice at Libro Centre, with conditions

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to the late start in putting in ice, something that is usually done in early August.

Councillor Michael Prue, who would put forth the motion to have user groups pay the $43,000 in user costs, cautioned the additional costs would impact the budget process overall. He said simply putting in the ice with the additional costs would impact the town’s ability to do other projects, recalling the anger council faced when they originally rolled out a four per cent proposed increase for 2020. He believed there was “too great” of a risk, unless user groups helped pay additional costs.

Prue added he would bring the issue up again should the arena have to be shut down due to health regulations and discuss the matter of costs with the user groups.

An additional $245,000 is “monumental,” said Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche, who questioned how a request he made to deny putting funding in reserves was denied but council was considering additional costs for ice.

Councillor Patricia Simone said she favoured putting the ice back in but “user groups do need to pay for it.”

“We’re not trying to be a burden on our taxpayers,” said Simone.’

A simple motion to have ice at the Libro Centre by Oct. 4 failed on a tie vote with Mayor Aldo DiCarlo and councillors McArthur and Courtney in favour.

Meloche, Prue and Simone were opposed.

The follow-up motion to have the user groups commit to the $43,000 monthly usage passed unanimously.

Anderson, Robena (Nee Bondy)

Passed away on September 11, 2020 at Royal Oak Long Term Care Residence at the age of 86. Reunited with her husband Robert J. Loving mother to Ruth Ann Triolet (David), Robert C. Anderson (Mary Sue), Ralph Anderson ( JoAnn), Roger Anderson (Terri), and Rebecca Kominek (Chris (2017)). Robena was “so very proud” of her many grandchildren and great grandchildren and the memories she made and shared with all of them, will be those that last a lifetime.

Robena is also remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her siblings John, Glen, Eric, Boyd, Robert, Marwood, Norris, Jean Halpert, Doris Brimner, Marion Bondy, Noreen Voegeli, Effie Botsford, and Rita VanDenDriessche. Predeceased by Margaret Woods, Michael Anderson (Genecive) and survived by Patricia Roy, Dave Anderson, Richard Anderson, Barry Anderson (Debbie).

Special thanks to the staff at Royal Oak Long Term Care Residence on Division Road (Copper Beach).

Visitation will take place at the James H Sutton Funeral Home, 401 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg (519-7362134) on September 15, 2020 from 2-5pm and 6-8pm.

For those who wish to pay respects in person, please phone the funeral home to arrange a visitation time. A private family service will be taking place on Wednesday September 16, 2020.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Society of Canada.

You may share memories and condolences with Robena’s family online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

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