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Fire Prevention Week observed in Amherstburg By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Fire Department is stepping up again this year to try and keep the community safe. Fire Prevention Week is happening this week and the town's fire department got things rolling Monday night with open houses at all three stations. Fire clerk Dan Monk said between the open houses and trips to local schools this week, they hope to pass along fire safety tips to about 10 per cent of the town's population, or about 2,200 people. “This year's theme is 'Not All Heroes Wear Capes. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” said Monk. Monk said they are urging people to map out how they would get out of their homes and practice it, with people recommended to have at least two possible escape routes in case of a fire or another emergency. “We're hoping to see a few hundred people across the three fire halls,” Monk said Monday evening at Station 1. The Amherstburg Fire Department's outreach into the schools will see firefighters visit seven elementary schools this week with the primary focus being children in grades JK-3.

“We're really trying to get out to the public as much as we can and ask, as a fire department, that they be prepared in case of a fire,” said Monk. The open houses and the entire Fire Prevention Week initiative was to bring awareness of fire safety but Monk stated the public could see what the fire department does and the equipment they have and provide feedback. “These are the services you have as a taxpayer and this is how you can help,” he said. Attendance was strong at Station 1 in the town's downtown core, said Monk, adding there were similar reports at Station 2 on Middle Side Road and Station 3 in Malden Centre. “You can't ask for better weather than this,” said Monk. “It's absolutely beautiful.” While open houses have been scattered throughout the week in previous years with open houses being on different nights at the three stations, it was all put on one night this year as each of the three stations opened its doors Monday evening. Monk said that made the event easier to advertise as it is a single message of when they can attend an open house. The Amherstburg Fire Department

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Nathaniel Price and Avalinah Nichols were aboard one of the trucks at Amherstburg Fire Station 1 Monday night. The Amherstburg Fire Department held open houses as part of Fire Prevention Week. will look to use its website – www. amherstburgfire.com – and its Facebook and Twitter pages more going forward,

Monk added. “We're going to be more active online to execute these types of events,” he said.

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Local school holds “Orange Shirt Day” to remember those Indigenous children sent to residential schools By Ron Giofu

St. Joseph School students plant heart-shaped signs with inspirational messages as part of “Orange Shirt Day” held at the River Canard school last Monday afternoon.

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A local school remembered the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools by holding “Orange Shirt Day” last week. St. Joseph School in River Canard observed the event last Monday with students in all grades gathering outside in front of the school and planting signs with messages to remember the children who were taken from their families. “We are telling everyone who they were and how much the First Nations people mean to us,” said student Nora Farachi. “They would get strapped and disciplined by nuns and other teachers.” Other students such as Josh Lepain, Kaiden Durham, Luca Angelini and

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Malayna Riolo said the students got to eat very little and had to learn about a new culture rather than their own. Many of the orange shirts that were worn that day carried the slogan “Every Child Matters.” St. Joseph School principal Linda DiPasquale said students were encouraged to think up their own themes as well as they planted their small, heart-shaped signs into the front lawn of the school. “In order to breed empathy and compassion in our students, we are taking part and celebrating Orange Shirt Day,” DiPasquale explained. For more on what Orange Shirt Day is all about, visit www.orangeshirtday. org.

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Rev. John Bustard of Amherstburg Community Church (left) and financial planner Phil Medler are teaming to provide financial planning seminars in the community. Medler will be presenting the “Smart Money, Smart Kids” lessons he learned in Nashville from financial coach and author Dave Ramsey. By Ron Giofu A local church and a local financial planner are teaming up to assist families who may be suffering a financial crunch. Amherstburg Community Church and retired financial planner Phil Medler will be co-hosting “Smart Money, Smart Kids” with the six-week, Wednesday night classes to actually be held at Amherstburg Community Services, located at 179 Victoria St. S. “We're really trying to recognize the needs in our community and the tools we have to meet them,” explained Rev. John Bustard. Rev. Bustard said the ACC is aware of families' needs and try to have different programs to meet them. Medler spent 23 years as a financial planner before retiring eight years ago. He went to Nashville to learn the “Smart Money, Smart Kids” program and is bringing that to Amherstburg. He was trained by financial coach and author Dave Ramsey. “The job of a financial planner is helping people with tomorrow,” said Medler. “A lot of people are living paycheque to paycheque. The question is how do I help people today?” Rev. Bustard said financial strain and stress are the reasons many marriages break up and that is one of the reasons ACC is involved as they want to ease the stress on families. It is a crisis that is hitting as many as seven to eight homes out of ten in Amherstburg, Rev. Bustard stated. “This is bringing stability to homes and relationships,” he said of the program. “People say they have to keep up with the Joneses,” said Medler. “The reality is the Joneses are broke.” Medler said he hears from people about why financial planning is not taught more thoroughly in the school system and he said “Smart Money, Smart Kids” can help equip parents to teach their own children. He added he recently taught this course at a conference in northern Ontario. “It's going to be once a week for six weeks,” he said. The courses start Oct. 9 and cost $140 per household. For more information, contact Medler at 519-736-8111 or Amherstburg Community Church at 519-736-5644. “We care about our community. We really do,” added Rev. Bustard. “This is about making a difference in Amherstburg.”

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People’s Party of Canada leader Maxime Bernier smiles as he speaks to a rally of almost 200 people last Monday night at the Ciociaro Club. The local PPC candidate is Bill Capes. By Ron Giofu Stating that people are “fed up with traditional politics,” the leader of the People's Party of Canada (PPC) was in the area last week to promote his party's cause and its candidates. Maxime Bernier and his supporters were greeted by protesters outside the Ciociaro Club last Monday night. Nearly 200 supporters came inside the club and greeted their leader with cheers and enthusiasm with Bernier elaborating on what he says the party stands for. Bernier said they want a “fairer” tax system, including

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a flat tax of ten per cent on businesses. “If a corporation is profitable, it doesn't need corporate welfare,” he said. Believing that it is “easy to balance the budget,” Bernier pointed to the 1990's when he said then-Prime Ministers Jean Chretien and Paul Martin converted a $30 billion deficit to a $3 billion surplus in two years. Bernier believed he could do it too, starting with cutting funding to the CBC, something that was greeted with cheers by his supporters. The PPC leader said he wants the CBC to be independent from the government. “If they are so good, like PBS in the United States, people will donate money,” he said. Cutting back on “corporate welfare” as well as foreign aid was championed by Bernier, He criticized $2.3 billion being sent to African countries to fight climate change yet Indigenous people on reserves have difficulty accessing clean water. He said the federal government “needs to bring that money back to Canada to help Canadians first.” Relating to climate change, Bernier said “yes the climate is changing like always and it will always change” and said the carbon tax will be a huge cost for Canadians. “What I'm saying to (teenage climate activist) Greta (Thunberg) and all the radical left is, there is no climate emergency,” said Bernier to large cheers. Bernier said policies must be built on reason and not fear and believed building pipelines with 2019 technology is safer for the environment and the people. Bernier believed his party is growing well across Canada and is gaining support. “The more we speak about something, the more support we have,” he said, adding “we are putting the people first and our country first.” Criticized for his immigration stance, Bernier said the PPC is not anti-immigration but that they want fewer immigrants and want those who share Canadian values. “Just read our policies,” he said. “We are promoting

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mother-in-law and an aunt also battle the disease. Seguin pointed out the new 3D mammography machine will produce better imaging and be able to detect breast cancer faster. It will also allow for treatment times to be reduced, she said. Naccarato also noted there are several breast cancer fundraisers around the area, including efforts at Shoppers Drug Mart locations. The Amherstburg Shoppers Drug Mart is involved with the fundraising efforts. Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche, filling in for the vacationing Mayor Aldo DiCarlo, presented the delegation a certificate acknowledging October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Amherstburg. He also got the donations rolling by personally pledging $50 to the cause. People can donate or pick up pledge sheets Oct. 19-20 by visiting their table at the Libro Centre. For more information or to donate, call 519-816-0932 or e-mail abaldwinx2@gmail.com.

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Candidates in Essex riding square off in debate sponsored by Windsor-Essex chamber By Ron Giofu

Candidates in the federal Essex riding squared off last week in a debate and voters got to see where they stood on the issues. NDP incumbent Tracey Ramsey, Conservative candidate Chris Lewis, Audrey Festeryga of the Liberal Party and Green Party candidate Jen Alderson squared off in a debate at the Hellenic Cultural Centre in Windsor that was also televised by YourTV. Bill Capes, the candidate for the People’s Party of Canada, was not a participant. On the issue of reducing tax burdens, Alderson said corporate taxes are an issue and that the wealthiest taxpayers aren’t paying enough. She believes there are tax loopholes that need to be addressed as well. Lewis touted such Conservative initiatives as a universal tax cut that he said will save people $850 per year, scrap the “Trudeau carbon tax” and reduce GST on home heating bills. He said he understands the struggles Canadians are facing each day. Festeryga said Canadians chose growth in 2015 and got it. She said Liberals raised taxes on the top one per cent and reduced small business taxes, adding “it’s the lowest business tax in the G7.” Ramsey believes the tax system does a disservice to Canadians and businesses and said Canadians need to take better care of each other with a tax system that is more fair to the average person. She added that

the ability to put money offshore also needs to be addressed. Regarding climate change, Lewis said his party wants to take a “science-based approach” and that it is a much larger issue than for just Canada. “We have a plan and we are proud of it,” said Lewis. Festeryga countered that “(leader) Andrew Scheer and the Conservatives don’t have a plan of action” and argued the Liberals have done more in the battle against climate change than anyone else. She said her party are “stepping up” while others want to take a step back. Liberals and Conservative targets are “too weak” regarding climate change, Ramsey stated, and said the NDP will create sustainable jobs in the process. She said there is a need to deal with the climate emergency and that New Democrats have “an ambitious” climate plan. Alderson stated Liberals have ignored their promises on climate change and accused Conservatives of “ignoring the science behind climate change.” She also said the NDP have taken some of their talking points from the Green Party. On the issue of farming, Festeryga noted “agriculture is very, very important” to the area and touted her own family’s history in the farming industry. She noted the legalization of cannabis and said her office heard from a young man who had the best job he ever received thanks to the cannabis industry.

Ramsey said the agricultural industry needs more support from the federal government and said supply management has been “sold out” in trade agreements. She also stated farmers need high-speed broadband internet to conduct their businesses. Alderson touted sustainable farming and the reduction in water use. She added cannabis can be grown more outside and done in a more sustainable way. “Being a bonafide farmer, I understand the struggles,” said Lewis. He said his party would help farmers by removing the carbon tax, adding better farming policies would assist growers sell their products around the world. Gun control was also raised with Ramsey noting “we want to protect farmers and we want to protect hunters,” though noted larger municipalities want certain types of guns banned. Alderson called for more regulations on handguns and assault weapons but also noted hunting should not be impacted. Lewis said he is a hunter and a conservationist and he vowed to “stand and will always stand with firearm owners.” Festeryga accused Conservatives of wanting to weaken gun laws while the Liberals want to make them stronger. What to do to care for seniors was also addressed by the four candidates. Alderson called for seniors to be able to stay within their own homes and to end the stigma around mental health while Lewis stated Scheer has a plan to cut taxes, remove

GST from home heating bills and to cut the carbon tax. Festeryga said her party increased GIS payments, increased Old Age Security (OAS) and enhanced survivor benefits. Ramsey said some seniors are experiencing homelessness and said her party wants to offer a rental subsidy to lift seniors out of poverty. She added pensions are not a gift, but something they have paid into. She also promoted her party’s pharmacare platform. In closing statements, Festeryga said people are “wavering in their support of the NDP and they want effective representation in Ottawa” and said the “Progressive Conservatives of the past are not the Conservatives of today.” She said people are appreciating the Liberals’ approach and said “Liberal spending is an investment in the future.” Ramsey, first elected in 2015, said “I know the job” and is confident in her ability to represent the riding. She said she has a proven track record with working people and businesses. “Who is going to fight for you? I am,” she said. Alderson told the audience “we can make history. We can make positive change.” Lewis asked for the public’s support as he said he wants to “leave the world a better place than I found it.” “I am excited to work hard and bring resources back to (the riding of) Essex,” he said.

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Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex County holds “Oktoberfest” themed fundraiser in Amherstburg By Jonathan Martin

The Fort Fun Centre and the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County teamed up for a German-inspired run last Sunday. The Fort .5 Fun Run, an Oktoberfestthemed fund raiser for the Alzheimer Society’s local programming, stretched 500 metres around the field behind

the Fort Fun Centre. Runners received the very best in athletic dirndl fashion, lightly jogged or walked around the course, then retired to the Fort’s hall to recover from the strenuous competition with refreshments and accordion music. Peggy Winch, the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor and Essex County’s manager of fun development and engagement, said the run serves as a “funny, silly

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Dirndl-wearing runners sprint to the finish line in the Fort .5 Fun Run, an Oktoberfest-themed fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society’s local programming at the Fort Fun Centre in Amherstburg last Sunday. The run stretched an easy 500 metres and was designed more for fun than endurance, organizers said. alternative” to long-distance runs. “Our aim was to hold a fun run that people didn’t have to train for,” she said. “They’re able to enjoy the Oktoberfest festivities with food, drink and cheer.” Around 70 runners showed up to participate, but Winch said she expects more to come through next time.

“This is the first incarnation of what will become an annual event,” said Winch. “We look forward to seeing the event grow next year.” For more information about the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County, visit their website at www. alzheimerwindsor.com.

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The Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission

would like to invite you to join them for their Thanksgiving Dinner on Monday, October 14th, at 12:00 noon. They will have great food, a lot of fun and fellowship. The Mission is located at

298 Victoria St., Amherstburg.

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sales@rivertowntimes.com Amherstburg Blood Donor Clinic Wednesday, October 16 from 1:00 p.m. – 7 p.m. Libro Complex New Donors & Walk Ins Welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Thanksgiving Dinner, Monday, October 14 at 12 noon. Great food and a lot of fun. 298 Victoria St. Amherstburg. For more info call 519-736-9140. Church House Live Music Sessions, Amherstburg Coffee House, Season 2 (next show), Friday, Oct 11 @ 6:30pm. Featuring Phil Kasurak, Cy

Robson as our hosts. Our guests are John Garabon, Gregg Steiner, Maria Goggin, Steve Morin & friends and 2fish. Hosted at Amherstburg Community Church, 125 Alma St, A’burg. MEAL FUNDRAISER for the Hope of St. Joseph Shelter Inc. (Father Donato’s Charity located in DR Congo for young women)! Sunday October 20! $20.00 for a Chicken Parmesan Dinner! 6pm sit down, 5:30pm take outs. Purchased tickets before Tuesday Oct.15. Take out meal tickets are available! Columbus Community Hall, 190 Richmond St., Amherstburg. For tickets call Mary Beneteau 519-736-6263, Larry Allen 519-8173030.

The Essex-Kent Bluegrass, Oldtime & Folk Music Association Presents Two Top Central Canadian Bluegrass Award Winning Bands. Traditionally Wound & Winterline In Concert at the McGregor Columbian Club (9560 Walker Road) Saturday November 2, 2019 at 7:00 pm. Tickets: $20.00 advance; $25.00 at the door. Ticket Coordinator: Stan Sullivan, Kingsville ~ 519-733-2934 stansull@gmail.com The House Centre’s Shop-Tacular, Sunday Nov 10, 10am-4pm. 247 Brock St, A’burg. Tickets $40 (Pre Purchase) includes: 3 mini spa services, access to local vendors, appetizers. $10 at the door includes: access to local vendors.

The Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi Organization Open House, Community of Christ Church 157 Alma St. Amherstburg to demonstrate how to improve circulation and balance, increase strength and reduce stress. Learn how to focus on the well being of the body and mind through the practice of Taoist Tai Chi. For more information view a demo video at www.taoist.org, or call 519-255-9744 or e-mail Windsor@taoist.org., Nov 4 Mon: 9:30 - 10:15 am

Creative Volunteers needed for the AFMHort Society”Deck the Planter” Anyone interested, please contact Carolyn at c.amlin@icloud.com or Linda at ahslindaj@gmail.com Date: early November. PLEASE DONATE: Long Stemmed Sedum, Hydrangea; Thistles; 4 ft. Evergreen Boughs, Drop of at the House Youth Centre , 247 Brock St. Leave donations at the side or in front of the garage.

Golden Age Seniors Club. Become a member and enjoy a social afternoon of bingo at the Libro Arena every Friday 12:40 -approx 3:30. Contact Mickey - 519-713-9612 or come to Arena on Friday at 12:30. Also Line Dancing Thursday morning

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(From left) Greyson Veerman, 2, Gerry Veerman and Pat Brough wear clown noses at a reception fo the Excellence in Focus art exhibit in Amherstburg. The exhibition, hosted by the Gibson Art Gallery, features the work of Nancy Bauer and Linda Monin. By Jonathan Martin The Gibson Art Gallery has brought in two veteran artists for its latest exhibit. “Excellence in Focus” features the work of Nancy Bauer, a painter who specializes in acrylics and watercolours, and Linda Monin, a photographer who digitally-alters her architectural photographs. They held their exhibit’s opening reception at a packed gallery. Art lovers buzzed around the paintings and prints, munching on charcuterie

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and sipping on wine, while a kilted violinist belted out classical pieces over the bustle. Bauer and Monin, along with the gallery’s exhibit committee, planned out every detail. Red clown noses greeted the gallery’s patrons with a sign asking them to take selfies for posting to social media. Bauer and Monin said the exhibit’s marketing has been ongoing for more than six months. The two women have worked together before. In fact, this is the third time they’ve shared gallery walls, Bauer said.

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“Having a show each year is a business decision,” said Bauer. “We’ve already booked Mackenzie Hall (in Windsor) for next year. Having these bookings forces you to work and be productive.” Lately, she’s been producing pieces that feature glass. Marbles have become something of a signature of hers. “I find them interesting and challenging,” she said. “I have to keep finding new ways to push myself if I’m going to keep improving.” Bauer said she paints 40 hours each week. For her, art has been a full-time career since she retired from nursing in 2013. Monin got her start in visual arts when she discovered Microsoft Paint decades ago. “My husband and I worked in real estate,” she said. “We’d have these photos of the houses we were trying to sell. I’d import them into the program, edit them and my husband would give them to the new homeowners as a housewarming present.” Today, Monin prefers Adobe Photoshop. Her subjects undergo a digital transformation, eventually becoming something that resembles a watercolour painting. The artists’ work will hang in the Gibson Art Gallery, located at 140 Richmond Street, until Oct. 20.

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SUCCESSFUL BRAND BULLS EYE PIZZA FRANCHISE IN IDEAL WEST SIDE LOCATION, PLAZA AT TECUMSEH & CAMERON IN PIRRUZZA PLAZA. APPROX 1300 SQ FT, GREAT RENTAL PRICE & OWNER ASSISTED SELLER TO BUYER SALE TRAINING.

AMHERSTBURG, $629,900

WINDSOR, $145,000

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LASALLE, $599,900

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AMHERSTBURG, $589,900

NEWLY BUILT 1.5 YR NEW BRICK TO ROOF RANCH STYLE HOME SITTING ON A LARGE LOT (76 FT X 220 FT). 1850 SQ FT. NICELYFINISHED MAIN FLOOR WITH VAULTED CEILINGS, OPEN CONCEPT LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN WITHBREAKFAST BAR, GRANITE COUNTER-TOPS, MASTER BEDROOM WITH WALK-IN CLOSET & 4 PIECE ENSUITE, MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY, 2 ADDITIONAL MAIN FLOOR BEDROOMS. QUALITY FINISHING INHARDWOOD AND CERAMIC TILE. PATIO DOOR OFF DINING AREA LEADING TO COVERED PATIO AREA.ATTACHED 2.5 CAR GARAGE WITH EXTRA WIDE FINISHED DRIVE. FULL BASEMENT.

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3 bdrm, 1 bath, 1.5 sty home located in the heart of Amherstburg, walking distance to all amenities. Updates include: Kitchen (2016), Engineered Hrwd Flrs in Liv rm and Bdrms (2016). Partial unfinished basement w/laundry, storage and roughed in 2nd bath. Covered front porch and fenced in back yard. This ppty is available for the registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until Tues, Oct 15 @ 6pm @ LBO as per request of the seller. Seller reserves the right to accept/decline any offers including preemptive offers. No escalation clauses will be considered. John Pento, Sales Representative 519-736-1766 or direct 519-919-8767

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433 PEARSON

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2068 MORNING STAR

Quality built home by Duri Construction ltd. Very attractive 3 bedroom 2 full bath, 1740 sq ft (approx) ranch style home in beautiful Meadowview Estates, features brick & stone exterior with stylish architectural metal siding accents & open concept design. Inviting great room with custom entertainment wall, modern electric fireplace & flush tv opening along with 9’ ceilings and 10’ tray to give an open comfortable feel. Hardwood & ceramic flooring throughout. Master bedroom features walk in closet, ensuite bath and architectural ceiling. Quality built kitchen with granite/quartz counter tops, wide patio door leading to covered raised rear concrete porch. Main floor laundry and 2 car attached garage. Full unfinished basement with 3 pc rough-in bath and the list goes on! Everything you want & more in this custom quality-built home.

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Freehold townhome is sure to impress. Offering gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops, high end appliances to stay, master bdrm w/ensuite and w/in clst, main flr laundry, hrdwd and ceramics throughout, large rear covered patio w/new $11,000 14x28 awning, low monthly maint fee $85.00 incl snow removal, grass cutting/sprinkler and roof fund, Open for registration of offers, all offers to be presented 5pm October 7, 2019 as per request of the seller. Please attach schedule “B” to all offers in documents tab, deposit check made payable to LBO (586). Call Brad Bondy @ 519-736-1766

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1016 FRONT RD N $549,000

Great opportunity - located on over an acre surrounded by farmers field. 4 bedroom family home with generous size rooms, wood burning stove in great room, open kitchen w/breakfast bar & lrg dining area, rear den (needs finishing), enclosed front porch, 2 main floor baths, main floor master, 3 upper bdrms, 24’ x 50’ 3 car garage/workshop w/wood stove, 40 x 56’ steel pole barn(gravel flr), older wood barn and more! Septic 2013. The perfect central location between Howard ave & walker. This ppty is avail for registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until 10/8/2019 @ 6pm as per the request of the seller. Seller reserves the right to view preemptive offers, no escalation clauses, and the seller has the right to accept or decline all offers. Call Brady Thrasher, Debbie Nedin @ 519-736-1766

2 bdrm, 2 bath waterfront full brick home located along Amherstburg’s most beautiful water way. Home has loads of character & is situated on a 77.52’ x irreg lot. Main flr features kitchen & eating area, combination living & dining rm, 2 bdrms, 1 - 4pc bath & a 2pc powder rm. Lrg windows make the magnificent unobstructed view breathless. Lower lvl with walkout can be completed to your liking to add to this great living space. Hot water gas boiler with c/air, 1 car attached garage and more. Home is being sold “As is”. Call listing agent for more info on this great property. This ppty is avail for registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until Sunday September 29th at 6pm as per the request of the seller. Seller reserves the right to accept or decline any offers. John Pento, Sales Representative 519-736-1766 or direct 519-919-8767

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57 RANKIN AVE $335,000

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391 WELSH

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Under construction by Everjonge Homes Ltd. 1485 Sq Ft Kelowna Craftsman Ranch style home. A large corner lot is just the beginning of the great features of this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom raised ranch style home. Engineered hardwood in the living room, dining room, and hallway. Ceramic in the foyer and on stairs to the main floor and wet areas. Cathedral ceiling compliments the living room area. Good sized Island in kitchen with pantry and patio doors. The patio doors lead to a covered Roof area for a future covered deck. Master bedroom has a large walk0-in closet as well as an ensuite bathroom with ceramic shower with glass doors. A concrete drive included in the purchase price. Visit us in the quaint and historic waterfront town of Amherstburg. Our sales centre is located at 193 Davis and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-3, Wednesdays 5-7 and Saturdays 2-4

519-890-5955. Call Theresa Forcier, Sales Representative

72 TOFFLEMIRE

3 bdrm 2 bath ranch style semi town home in amherstburg. Open concept living, featuring 2 bdrms main flr, one w/patio doors to deck o/looking rear yard, large eat in kit, liv rm w/skylights, another patio door to sundeck, fully finished lower lvl, brand new furnace and c/air rented and to be paid out on closing by seller, don’t miss out on this beauty, This ppty is avail for registration of offers, however no offers will be viewed until 7PM Oct 11th, 2019 as per request of the seller, NO preemptive offers. Please attach schedule “B” to all offers in documents tab, deposit check made payable to LBO (586). Call Brad Bondy @ 519-736-1766

384 WHITE

Very well maintained 3+2 bedroom, 2 full bath raised ranch home in popular Kingsbridge Subdivision. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, formal dining area, maple kitchen cabinets and patio door leading to sun deck. Hardwood and ceramic flooring, cozy family room with gas fireplace, 2 car attached garage and so much more. Situated on a spacious fenced in lot. Jason Laframboise, Broker or Mitchell Deslippe, Sales Representative 519-903-5817

Location! Location! Downtown core - beautiful riverfront park and dining steps away. 1/2 wrap around covered front porch, det 2.5 garage, fenced in rear yard w/ingr. Pool as is, sunroom with hot tub (as is), forced air gas heat with central air (2018), exterior asbestos sided, shingles approx 8yrs. Part cellar for furnace and hwt. Added character w/woodwork detail. Lots of potential. Currently rented landlord tenant act applies. * pls allow min. 24 hours notice (*no showings after 5pm*) (note: listing agent to be present to open for all showings) Call Brady Thrasher, Debbie Nedin @ 519-736-1766

Over 1700 sq. ft. on main floor plus fully finished lower level. Situated on a 50 x 157 ft. lot. Many custom features. 3 + 1 bedroom and 3 full baths. main floor laundry 17 x 15 ft. master bedroom. Custom cabinetry throughout the home including wet bar in basement.

1649 PARK AVE $299,900

6813 COUNTY RD 50

Great home for a large family. Home features 4 plus bdrms and 2 full bathrooms. Spacious floor plan. Large family room. Updated kitchen. Fully fenced rear yard with in-ground pool, cement patio and plenty of room or the kids to play in the grass area. Large sundeck above the garage with access from the master bedroom and views of the water. Beach rights. Over sized 2.5 car attached garage. Lots of storage space throughout. This property is available for the registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until Oct 7, 2019 as per the request of the sellers. Sellers have the right to accept or decline any offer. Local improvement charges of approx $500 added to the property taxes until 2022 Call John D’Alimonte, Kim Wheeler & Jayci Wigle Sales Representatives 519-736-1766

County retreat situated along the region’s wine route! Sitting on over an acre is this beautiful country home w/4 bdrms and 2 baths, a det’d dbl garage w/another ov/sized storage shed directly behind, the ultimate garden/she shed on southwest corner of yard, and a roomy bunkie or guest house. 3 outbld feat metal roofs. Main flr of home has lg kitchen w/eating area, living rm, master bdrm on main, full bath, and a unique family rm w/gas fp and raised area perfect for entertaining. 3 add’l good sized bdrms upstairs and 2 pc bath. Full bsmt partially fin’d with loads of storage space and laundry. Co-Listed with JUMP Realty-Lorne DupuisThis property is avail for reg of offers however all offers to be presented on Mon Oct 7th, time TBD, at the request of the seller, no pre-emptive offers. 24 hrs notice for showings.Please attach schedule “B” to all offers in documents tab, deposit check made payable to LBO (586).

586 DLAHOUSIE $699,900

Rare sought after waterfront home on the Detroit River, within walking distance to historical downtown Amherstburg, 25 minutes to the u.S. Border & 10 minute drive to the Essex county wine route. Beautiful brick to roof home with attached garage. The kitchen & bathrooms have been modernized with granite & new light fixtures. The roof, fascia, soffits & troughs have been recently updated. A brand new concrete driveway was installed in 2018. The house had a laundry room, work room & bar added in 2018 as well. A 10 x 8 shed was erected in July 2019. Hardwood, porcelain & ceramics throughout. Stunning views from the floor to ceiling windows & doors in the lower and main level great rooms & bedrooms. Upper bedroom & great room have a walkout balcony to enjoy the views. Grade entrance from the lower level to an over sized deck for awesome entertaining. A 2nd deck is located over the water, leading from the boat lift providing you with even more spectacular views.

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770 FRONT N. $529,900

Enjoy the spectacular view from this one of a kind 150 ft waterfront building lot. Break wall & ready for a home. Call lbo for details. Buyer to confirm all services. Call John D’Alimonte, Kim Wheeler & Jayci Wigle Sales Representatives 519-736-1766

419 LAKESIDE

Very well kept 4 bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 storey waterfront home. Open floor plan with amazing views of beautiful Lake Erie. Spacious living room and sun room overlooking the in-ground pool, sun deck & water. Formal dining area. Large detached 2 car garage with heat & hydro backing onto scenic natural area. Best of all worlds. Don’t miss out. Buyer agrees to assume Lake Erie Country Club dues of $946 annually, for the exclusive use of property across street in addition to clubhouse, park etc. Buyer acknowledges and agrees to accept the local improvement charge for sanitary sewers in the amount of $488.95 per year expiring in the year 2022. This local improvement is in addition to the taxes shown on this mls listing.

75 LAKE BEACH

Single family lot. (50’ x120’) ready to build your home lot is in an established area. All services available. Call me for more info.

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5815 CONC 5 RD E $649,900

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9878 WALKER $1,200,000

1114 UNION

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Large building lot with over 117 feet of frontage in a quiet convenient area of town. There is a good opportunity of severing this lot into (2) approx. 59’ x 115’ lot in an established area 1 block from the Detroit River. South side of the lot has above ground pool and hydro easement for pole maintenance. Property has grass and has chain link fence around the entire lot, great opportunity to live in a peaceful waterfront area Priced at $199,900. John Bondy, Sales Representative @ 519-890-1165 view photos @ www.homesbyjohnbondy.com

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279 SIMCOE

142 QUEEN

Lots of updates w/ 3 bdrms on main flr and basement having a possible 4th. Kitchen and bath updated 2014, 24x15 carport in 2010, new carpet in liv rm, hallway and bdrms 2019, new deck in 2019, exterior thermal block insulation full house in 2015. Bonus rear drive off alley perfect for 5th wheel or boat. 16x10 shed/ workshop with hydro, custom blinds throughout the home, all appliances will stay including wine fridge. This property is avail for reg of offers however no offers will be viewed until October 7th, 2019 6pm. Please attach schedule “B” to all offers in documents tab, deposit check made payable to LBO (586). Call Brad Bondy @ 519-736-1766

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Brick to roof, over sized ranch on a 80’ x 235’ treed lot. 2.5 car detached garage with additional workshop area. Plaster construction. Hardwood floors under the carpet in the living room and the hallway. Attached breezeway and mudroom. Covered rear patio and cement patio. Full basement, partially finished with large family room and games room. 40 yr shingles. Energy efficient furnace and central air. Great location, close to all amenities. This property is available for registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until Oct. 2, 2019 as per the request of the seller. Seller reserves the right to accept or decline any offer including preemptive offers.

Call John D’Alimonte, Kim Wheeler & Jayci Wigle Sales Representatives 519-736-1766

126 MEADOWVIEW

Jason Laframboise, Broker or Mitchell Deslippe, Sales Representative 519-903-5817

From its enviable acreage counts to its country charm, this grand oasis is surrounded by the most beautiful scenery you’ll ever see. Situated on an impressive 18.5 acre wooded ppty in the highly regarded ‘pleasant valley’, sits a stunning recently completed 2 storey home overlooking a 1 acre private pond equipped w/a 3-tier waterfall. Appreciate the exceptional finishes both inside & outside of the home, from the outdoor Argentinean kitchen, concrete pebble stone heated in ground pool, to the jaw dropping main kitchen w/sliding doors leading to the covered full outdoor kitchen w/retractable screens. Smart home features & automation offered throughout the ppty to simplify your life & maximize your daily experience. The main home features 5 bdrms, 4 baths. Guest home features 1 bdrm, 1 bath. Site features: 5 car garage, barn 6500 sq ft shop with solar contract generating approx $7,000./year in income for the property owner (contract transferable). Step into the life you deserve!!

Call Brady Thrasher, Debbie Nedin @ 519-736-1766

383 ERIEVIEW AVE

Gorgeous waterfront property high on the bluffs of Oxley. You will enjoy the benefits of having raised views whether from the deck just outside the patio doors, the viewing area only one flight down, or at water’s edge enjoy a fire as the waves lap upon the shore. The home features 2 bdrms w/large master w/walk-in and cheater door to bthrm. Warm and rustic kitchen, huge living/family rm /gas fireplace stretches across the home to enjoy window wall to the lake. Patio drs to vast deck with winding stairs to water’s edge will impress your guests. This lakefront property has outbuilding/garage that can serve as garage and a large area to entertain, use a yoga studio, or just a ‘she shed’ or ‘mancave’. Furnace/AC rented for $124.29/mth. This property has a pre-determined offer date of Sept 17th at 4pm. Sellers reserve the right to view, accept/decline any offer including pre-emptive offers.SEE SCHEDULE “B” IN DOCUMENTS. DEPOSITS MADE PAYABLE TO LBO -586.

Call Brad Bondy @ 519-736-1766

590 SUPERIOR

Meadowview Estates, what you’ve been waiting for! Quality built by nor-built construction. Approximate 1470 sq ft full brick/ stone semi detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with open floor plan. Featuring hardwood and ceramic flooring, granite counter tops in kitchen, master suite with walk-in closet and ensuite bath with custom ceramic shower. Main floor laundry room, attached 2 car garage, patio doors leading to covered porch. Full finished basement. Plus architectural ceilings in master bedroom and living room, gas fireplace, concrete drive and more!

4897 CONCESSION 4

Welcome to your very own peaceful, pleasant valley private retreat. This extremely well-maintained brick ranch is surrounded by hundreds of mature trees and situated on 10 acres of land. Home was built in 1996 by these original owners. Hardwood and ceramic flooring throughout. All oak trim. Formal living room. Nice family room with a large gas fireplace and oak mantel. Eat-in style kitchen with plenty of cabinets, and all appliances included. Garden doors off the eating area lead to a large sundeck to lounge and enjoy the privacy of nature. Main floor laundry. Full basement.

Jason Laframboise, Broker or Mitchell Deslippe, Sales Representative 519-903-5817

Custom designed 2 Storey home that will impress from the moment you view the grand foyer. This home features 6 bdrms and 6 baths. There are 4-5 bedrooms up with 2 ensuites and a walk through bath. Mn flr features Master wing w/ensuite, 2 large walk in closets, sitting area and access to sewing rm that would make a bright office. Mn flr laundry, formal dn rm and large open concept kit w/island, liv rm has gorgeous fp & mantle centrepiece with lg windows to let in all the natural sunlight. This home has a metal roof, triple garage and fully fin basement. Outside you will find a separate building that could be a great workshop. There is an ingrd pool with a lg patio to enjoy the long summer days and nights. All of this sitting on over 7 acres with your own wind farm and geothermal furnace that is spaced though the home to ensure a comfortable and even heat distribution throughout.

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Oversized fully finished ranch semi-detached home on picturesque and prestigious bob-lo island. Approx 1450 sq ft on the main floor consisting of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, gas fireplace, all new high end laminate and vinyl flooring installed, completely renovated kitchen with new high-end granite counter tops, freshly painted, all new light fixtures and more. Fully finished lower level with 3rd bedroom, additional bedroom and massive family room all consisting of huge 9’ ceilings. Attached garage with inside entry. Furnace and ac (2014), new roof shingles (2013). Ferry fees of $4700 per year apply. Call Ryan D’Alimonte, Sales Representative 736-1766

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231 CRYSTAL BAY $439,000

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Paradise island! Imagine owning your own island just a 15 min boat ride from Mitchell’s Bay. This 2 bdrm seasonal cottage has it all! Features include a covered boat house with lift. New timber framed gazebo and septic system in 2018. Windows, roof and shingles approx 5 yrs old. A steel breakwall, southern exposure,and spectacular unobstructed views of sunsets make this a dream property. Please allow 24 hours notice for showings. Transportation to and from the property will be provided by the owner. MLS 19023796

2+1 bedroom brick/vinyl raised ranch semi-detached home in a nice area of victory estates. Features laminate & ceramic tile flooring throughout, kitchen with raised eating bar, pantry, patio doors to 2 tiered deck, partly finished lower level with 3rd bedroom and 2nd full bath. Very clean long term tenants would like to stay if possible. Priced at $264,900.

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Absolutely stunning waterfront home overlooking crystal bay and Grosse Isle. Beautiful sunset views from many rooms in the house. Outdoors is your own private oasis with heated in ground pool, jacuzzi hot tub, waterfall, tiki bar, gorgeous glass railings and more. The dock and the patio space are great for entertaining. Beautiful landscaping surrounds the whole property, front and back. Many recent updates outside and inside. The interior is loaded with granite, maple hardwood & marble finishings. Main floor has a bright open concept design. Fabulous kitchen leads to fully enclosed sun room and makes for the perfect place to watch the boats go by. The private king master suite is approx 900 sq ft and overlooks the river with its huge windows and 4 skylights. Walk-in closet with built in organized shelving and drawers. Private steam room plus ensuite bathroom. So many features throughout the house including family room with custom granite maple wet bar, stone fireplace.

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Stunning home built by Vanderbuilt Homes, 12 years new. Sought after location, steps to park and walking trails. 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom. Three seasoned screened sun room. Main floor laundry. Flowing, open concept design. Two fire places, gleaming hardwood floors, granite counter tops. Large master bedroom with gorgeous private en-suite bath. Nicely landscaped. Sundeck. This house is a must see. This ppty is avail for registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until Sept 16th @ 6pm as per the request of the seller. Seller reserves the right to view any preemptive offers. Seller further reserves the right to accept or decline any offer. Call John D’Alimonte, Kim Wheeler & Jayci Wigle Sales Representatives 519-736-1766

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Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment selected to try out new vehicle

By Ron Giofu The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment has been selected to test out a new police vehicle. The local detachment is the only ones within the Windsor Police Service to have a 2019 Dodge Durango at its disposal and took delivery of the vehicle last Friday. Staff Sgt. Dave DeLuca said Amherstburg gets first crack at the vehicle due to the number of kilometres local officers put on the vehicle in town. “We’re going to evaluate it,” said DeLuca. Depending on how the vehicle performs, more could be purchased for the Windsor Police Service. If it doesn’t pass the test, a different kind of vehicle will be sought. DeLuca had a good first impression of the vehicle, stating there is a lot more room and versatility. Not only can police use the vehicles more

effectively if they have to leave the roadway, DeLuca indicated there is more storage space for equipment and the officers themselves. “This is much more capable of carrying a lot of equipment than a typical cruiser,” DeLuca said of the Durango. Const. Fred Adair, the community services officer with the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment, noted the vehicle has the same safety features as a cruiser and echoed the need for additional room for equipment. “We’re looking for more space,” he said. DeLuca pointed out the Dodge Durango is equipped with the same “police package” as a cruiser. “I’ve driven it and it drives awesome,” the staff sergeant said. “Amherstburg is lucky to be the test pilot for it.” The Dodge Durango is

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Staff Sgt. Dave DeLuca and Const. Fred Adair stand with the new 2019 Dodge Durango the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment now has at its disposal. The Amherstburg Detachment will be evaluating the new vehicle and it could possibly lead to more being purchased for the Windsor Police Service. replacing an older vehicle remove from service. that the Amherstburg That vehicle was due Detachment will now to be replaced anyway,

said DeLuca, who added they are going to slowly replace the current fleet

of vehicles with newer ones.

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Bulldogs topple St. Anne Saints 18-6 in penalty-filled WECSSAA football game General Amherst’s offense started slowly in the cool, windy conditions. Their defense and special teams pinned the Saints deep in St. Anne territory for much of the first half but failed to score a touchdown in the opening half. The Bulldogs settled for a safety in the first quarter when St. Anne was backed up on their own one-yard line on third down and their quarterback kneeled in the end zone to concede the two points in an attempt to improve their field position. Another General Amherst drive stalled on the one-yard line in the first quarter and the Bulldogs opted for an 11-yard field goal in the second quarter to put themselves up 5-0. The Saints connected on a 35-yard touchdown pass late in the second quarter to give themselves a 6-5 lead at the half. The Bulldogs finally found the end

By Ron Giofu The General Amherst Bulldogs senior football team is 2-0 in WECSSAA Tier 1 West division after picking up a win last Friday afternoon. The Bulldogs knocked off the visiting St. Anne Saints 18-6 in a lengthy, penalty-filled game at Centennial Park. The game was delayed in the third quarter after the officials had to sort out penalties after a skirmish that included the ejection of a St. Anne player and saw General Amherst coaches go on the field to pull their players away from the fray. Through it all, General Amherst head coach John Rudak said his players showed restraint and discipline and actually got better from it. “We were able to be successful,” said Rudak. “It may have picked up the intensity level for us.”

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penalty while a 95-yard punt return by St. Anne was also called back due to a flag. Howson would eventually find the end zone, however, as he ran one in from six yards out in the fourth quarter. “It went well,” Howson said of the game. “The defense played great and the offense played great. It was a good game all around. We had good calls from the coaches.”

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“I found an open hole and ran right through it.” The chippy play was due to 16-18-year-old

Howson credited the blockers in front of him for his touchdown, stating

students “just having fun and getting the adrenaline pumping,” he added. Rudak said it was

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By Ron Giofu The General Amherst Lady Gens continue to seek improvement in junior girls basketball action, but they haven’t secured their first victory yet. The Lady Gens suffered a pair of defeats last week with the most recent coming last Thursday evening. General Amherst hosted the St. Anne Saints, one of two teams undefeated in WECSSAA Tier 1 play, and while they were down 31-0 at halftime, they didn’t give up with the final score being 49-8. “We fought hard,” said Kayla Renaud after the game. “We scored as much as we could.” Mya Mulder added that both teams fought hard and she believed the junior Lady Gens are learning more and more as the season progresses. She added the coaches – Greg Scott and Ben Pelger – are doing a good job showing the players what they need to do. “We’re definitely learning from our mistakes,” said Renaud. “We tried our best and fought hard.” The junior Lady Gens were in action last Tuesday afternoon versus the other undefeated WECSSAA Tier 1 team, the Holy Names Knights. Holy Names won 47-9. Paige Desramaux believed the Lady Gens could have played better defensively as Holy Names were setting up and running their offense against them. “I think we’re improving game-after-game,” said Desramaux. “We need to work on our defense.” Desramaux said they also need to work on their “shell drill,” something they work on in practice and want to bring into games. The Lady Gens play twice on the road this week. The first game was in Kingsville last night after this issue of the River Town Times went to press. The second is Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. at Sandwich.

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Skate Amherstburg to host â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glide So Seniors Can Rideâ&#x20AC;? skate-a-thon

With autumn returning, children are back on the ice, and some will be skating for a cause in the coming weeks.Â Skate Amherstburg will host a skate-a-thon Oct. 19 to fundraise on behalf of Amherstburg Community Services (ACS), a local charity organization that serves Amherstburg, LaSalle, Harrow & McGregor.Â The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glide So Seniors Can Rideâ&#x20AC;? skate-a-thon will look to raise $10,000 toward the purchase of a multi-use vehicle for ACS according to Lynn Fox, President of Skate Amherstburg. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know ACS needs the help and we thought this was a great way, not just to give back, but to help our skaters learn about their social responsibilities,â&#x20AC;? Fox said. Â â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited to see how the community gets behind us on this to help us reach our goal.â&#x20AC;? After successfully raising enough money to purchase an accessible van last year, ACS is looking to round out its fleet for the long term and replace the last of their aging mini-vans, both now over ten-years-old. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vehicle weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to purchase will help reduce our costs while ensuring that adults with mobility barriers and seniors in our region have a safe, reliable ride to the places they need to go,â&#x20AC;? Kathy DiBartolomeo, executive director at ACS, explained. Â â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thrilled to see Skate Amherstburg step up to help us in such a big way and to see their young skaters take the lead on something that will help so many people.â&#x20AC;? DiBartolomeo says the vehicle will also be used to transport their Meals on Wheels, made fresh every morning in Amherstburg, to drop-off points in Harrow and LaSalle where they are given to volunteers who deliver to residents in those towns. The Skate-a-Thon will take place Oct. 19 from noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 p.m. on the Movati Rink at the Libro Credit Union Centre in Amherstburg.Â Skate Amherstburg members will be collecting pledges from now until that date. Â Anyone interested in pledging toward the event, or business looking to sponsor the event can contact Lynn Fox at 519-566-1574.Â Anyone looking to donate directly to ACS can visitÂ www.amhestburg-cs.com.

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PURSUANT "&#$& % %! $ % ! TO SECTION 26(3) AND ! % # $ ! $ (4) OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990 (AS AMENDED) % TAKE NOTICE !% THAT % % "& % A PUBLIC MEETING ( ) % %!( WILL BE HELD BY THE TOWN ! #$% &# OF AMHERSTBURG: WHEN: November -3$+!$/ 12, 2019 WHERE: Town -4, -% +'$/01!2/& -2,"(* ' of Amherstburg Council Chambers, +!$/0 271 Sandwich ,#4("' 1/$$1 -21' +'$/01!2/& Street South, Amherstburg, ON TIME: 5:00 . + p.m. A location map is not provided with this notice, as the Official Plan Review applies to all lands within the corporation limits of the Town of Amherstburg. Purpose 2/.-0$ The %1. Official !//2,2*5 Plan "5*7 is 2< a * statement <=*=.6.7= of 8/ goals, 08*5< objectives 8+3.,=2?.< and *7- policies 9852,2.< intended 27=.7-.- to =8 guide 0>2-. future />=>;. land 5*7- use, ><. physical 91A<2,*5 development, -.?.5896.7= *7- 0;8@=1 @2=127 =1. +8>7-*;2.< 8/ =1. %8@7 8/ 61.;<=+>;0 %1. 9;26*;A 9>;98<. 8/ =1. %8@7D< and growth within the boundaries of the Town of Amherstburg. The primary purpose of the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Official !//2,2*5 "5*7 Plan Review #.?2.@ is 2< =8 to >7-.;=*4. undertake a * â&#x20AC;&#x153;scopedâ&#x20AC;? B<,89.-C review ;.?2.@ to =8 address *--;.<< matters 6*==.;< of 8/ consistency ,87<2<=.7,A and *7- ,87/8;62=A conformity @2=1 with *9952,*+5. ";8?27,2*5 *7- 8>7=A 9852,2.< *7- 5.02<5*=287 applicable Provincial and County policies and legislation. !7=*;28D< Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Planning Act ;.:>2;.< requires 6>72,29*52=2.< municipalities =8 to ,87<2-.; consider *7 an Official !//2,2*5 "5*7 Plan #.?2.@ Review .?.;A every /2?. five A.*;< years. The %1. Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s %8@7D< ,>;;.7= !//2,2*5 "5*7 @*< *99;8?.- 27 9;25 %1. ";8?27,. ;.:>2;.< 6>72,29*52=2.< =8 .7<>;. =1*= =1.2; !//2,2*5 current Official Plan was approved in April, 2009. The Province requires municipalities to ensure that their Official "5*7 Plan 1*< has regard ;.0*;- to =8 matters 6*==.;< of 8/ provincial 9;8?27,2*5 interest, 27=.;.<= is 2< consistent ,87<2<=.7= @2=1 with =1. the ";8?27,2*5 Provincial "852,A Policy $=*=.6.7= Statement ""$ (PPS), 2014, *7- and conforms ,87/8;6< with @2=1 any *7A Provincial ";8?27,2*5 plans 95*7< and *7- County 8>7=A Official !//2,2*5 Plan. "5*7 %1. The ;.?2.@ review *7- and >9-*=. update will @255 also *5<8 be +. based +*<.- on 87 8=1.; ?*;28>< 95*77270 <=>-2.< *7- <=;*=.02.< =1*= 1*?. +..7 ,8695.=.- +A =1. %8@7 <27,. =1. ,>;;.7= !//2,2*5 "5*7 other various planning studies and strategies that have been completed by the Town since the current Official Plan @*< *99;8?.- %1. /8,>< 8/ =12< <,89.- !//2,2*5 "5*7 #.?2.@ 2< 27=.7-.- =8 9;26*;25A *--;.<< 6*==.;< 8/ ";8?27,2*5 was approved. The focus of this scoped Official Plan Review is intended to primarily address matters of Provincial *7- 8>7=A 9852,A ,87/8;62=A and County policy conformity. $** 0 ' Tell Us What1 -2 '(,) You Think %1. The 9>+52, public is 2< invited 27?2=.- to =8 attend *==.7- this =12< <=*=>=8;A statutory public 9>+52, 6..=270 meeting to =8 9;8?2-. provide input 279>= into 27=8 =1. !//2,2*5 the Official Plan "5*7 Review #.?2.@ process 9;8,.<< *7- <,89. 8/ @8;4 (. @8>5- 524. A8>; 279>= =8 2-.7=2/A 9852,2.< 8/ =1. !//2,2*5 "5*7 @12,1 6*A +. ;.?2<.- =1;8>01 and scope of work. We would like your input to identify policies of the Official Plan which may be revised through =1. ;.?2.@ 9;8,.<< 79>= ;.,.2?.- /;86 =1. 9>+52, @255 +. ,87<2-.;.- 27 =1. ;.?2.@ *7- >9-*=. =8 =1. !//2,2*5 "5*7 the review process. Input received from the public will be considered in the review and update to the Official Plan. /(11$, 2!+(00(-,0 Written Submissions / If A8> you *;. are unable >7*+5. to =8 attend *==.7- this =12< meeting 6..=270 but +>= would @8>5- like 524. your A8>; comments ,866.7=< and/or *7- 8; ,87,.;7< concerns received ;.,.2?.- by +A 6.6+.;< members of 8/ 8>7,25 95.*<. <>+62= A8>; ,866.7=< 27 @;2=270 =8 , 8 =1. *7*0.; 8/ "5*77270 $.;?2,.< ;*74 *;*;-8 #"" Council, please submit your comments in writing to: c/o the Manager of Planning Services, Frank Garardo, RPP, .58,1. #8*- 2+;8 .7=;. 61.;<=+>;0 ! 3295 Meloche Road (Libro Centre), Amherstburg, ON N9V ' ) 8; .6*25 /0*;*;-8 *61.;<=+>;0 ,* *7- 9;8?2-. 2Y8, or email: fgarardo@amherstburg.ca, and provide your name and mailing address. A8>; 7*6. *7- 6*25270 *--;.<< Additional* ,%-/+

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Sr. Lady Gens drop a pair of games against tough opponents By Ron Giofu

The General Amherst Lady Gens played some tough opponents last week in WECSSAA Tier 1 senior girls basketball action but couldn’t quite get over the hump in either game. However, that isn’t to say there weren’t bright spots

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in both games. The most recent game was a 42-32 loss to the St. Anne Saints. The Lady Gens fought hard against a talented St. Anne team, even outscoring them 18-17 in the second half, but were unable to overcome a slow start. “That was a great game to watch,” said General Amherst head coach Dom Silvaggio. “When you hold a team like that to 42 points, you can’t ask for anything more.” There was a four-minute stretch in the third quarter that the Lady Gens became lackadaisical but otherwise, Silvaggio was pleased with how the Lady Gens played. “I was happy with their intensity,” he said. “It was a fast paced game. They stayed right with them.” The Lady Gens’ scoring woes continued in this game as there were moments where they missed easy layups and didn’t make shots they make in practice. Silvaggio wondered if they feel too anxious when they are in game situations and try to rush their shots. Defensively though, the Lady Gens played well. “We’ve got to find ways to get more offense,” said Silvaggio. Lexi Dodds led General Amherst in scoring against St. Anne with 16 points while Emma Pillon and Abbie Drouillard each had four points. Dani Brindley scored three points while Madi Pillon had two. “I thought we played really, really good defensively,” said Emma. “Our intensity was really good.” Emma thought they played well offensively but “we can’t be shy with the basketball” and doing a better job of making shots will bring them closer in games. “I thought we played really well but we fell short at the end,” she said. “I think we need to work on being more intense on offense like we are on defense. We can’t be afraid of losing the ball. We have to drive to the basket when we have a chance.” The offense stalled at points last Tuesday evening, also

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General Amherst’s Emma Pillon (white jersey, centre) battles for the ball in the second half of her team’s game against Holy Names. The visitors outscored the Lady Gens by four points. at General Amherst, against the visiting Holy Names Knights. The Lady Gens lost by four points – 30-26 – which was the same differential as the halftime score (18-14). However, a scoreless third quarter certainly didn’t help the Lady Gens’ cause. “We couldn’t hit our shots and the other thing is, we weren’t running our offense,” said Silvaggio. The free throw shooting was “not spectacular” either but Silvaggio added “I loved our defensive intensity but it was somewhat frustrating watching them fail to run an offense.” When General Amherst got open looks, they didn’t hit the shots and that proved costly as well. “When we give up 30 points, that should be good enough to win a game. Unfortunately, we didn’t score,” he said. Holy Names played tough and aggressive, Silvaggio added. The Lady Gens are on the road twice this week. They had a key game against a fellow “AA”-sized school Tuesday in Kingsville after this issue of the River Town Times went to press. They head to LaSalle Thursday afternoon for a 4 p.m. game against the Sandwich Sabres.

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Kicks & Giggles ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Take advantage of an opportunity that you have been considering, Aries. If you know what you want, go out and make it happen. Do what it takes to impress others. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you are always ready to defend your own turf and quick to offer your opinions, even if it means being blunt. You may have to play it a little cool this week. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, hiding your feelings for some time is a recipe for unhealthy pressure. Don’t be afraid to speak your mind when your input is sought.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it is a good idea to give people the benefit of the doubt, but don’t overlook your gut instincts. It is always a good idea to be cautious when meeting new people. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You may have to make a tough choice this week, Leo. It involves choosing to engage in some recreational activities or head to work to put in extra credit. Trust your judgment. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you don’t have to have superhero levels of energy each and every day. If you are not feeling fully up to the tasks at hand this week, give yourself a well-earned breather. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 You are typically deft at keeping your emotions on a short leash, Libra. But every once in a while you can’t fully rein things in. Others will understand an outburst is out of character. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 There is a fine line between being a devoted employee and a workaholic, Scorpio. Scale back some of your hours, especially if work is affecting your home life. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You may have been spreading your wings to see just how many new things you can accomplish, Sagittarius. This week one of your goals really gets traction. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may be feeling footloose and flirty over the next couple of days. This is the perfect time to spend with a significant other or find a romantic interest if you are single. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you may be asked to be a peace-keeping referee when two people on the job need a mediator. Your thoughtful approach makes you an ideal person to handle the task. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Volatile feelings can be calmed with the help of some good companionship this week, Pisces. Channel your energy into something fun. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS OCTOBER 6 - Elisabeth Shue, Actress (56) OCTOBER 7 - John Mellencamp, Singer (68) OCTOBER 8 - Nick Cannon, Actor (39) OCTOBER 9 - Bella Hadid, Model (23) OCTOBER 10 - Brett Favre, Athlete (50) OCTOBER 11 - Cardi B, Rapper (27) OCTOBER 12 - Hugh Jackman, Actor (51)

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OCTOBER 6

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Last Day for the Market October 12, 8:30am-1:30pm, Toddy Jones Park OCTOBER 13

OCTOBER 14 Thanksgiving Day Municipal Offices CLOSED DƵŶŝĐŝƉĂů KĸĐĞƐ >K^

Essex 73’s VS Admirals ƐƐĞǆ ϳϯ͛Ɛ s^ ĚŵŝƌĂůƐ 7:00pm ϳ͗ϬϬƉŵ The Libro Centre Turf Tots 9:00am-11:00am Family Turf Time 12:00pm-2:00pm

OCTOBER 20 6th Annual All Hallows Eve Festival @ ůů ,ĂůůŽǁƐ ǀĞ &ĞƐƟǀĂů Λ The Park House Museum 11am-4pm ϭϭĂŵͲϰƉŵ Dresden VS Admirals ƌĞƐĚĞŶ s^ ĚŵŝƌĂůƐ 7:00pm ϳ͗ϬϬƉŵ The Libro Centre Turf Tots 9:00am-11:00am Family Turf Time 12:00pm-2:00pm

Monday Garbage and Yard Waste (North) Collection tĂƐƚĞ ;EŽƌƚŚͿ ŽůůĞĐƟŽŶ will be picked up Saturday, ǁŝůů ďĞ ƉŝĐŬĞĚ ƵƉ ^ĂƚƵƌĚĂǇ͕ October 12th

OCTOBER 21 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee ĚǀŝƐŽƌǇ ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ Meeting 5 -7 p.m. DĞĞƟŶŐ ϱ Ͳϳ Ɖ͘ŵ͘ @ Libro Centre Energy Zone ŶĞƌŐǇ ŽŶĞ Yard Waste Collection zĂƌĚ tĂƐƚĞ ŽůůĞĐƟŽŶ South Zone ^ŽƵƚŚ ŽŶĞ

OCTOBER 15

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9 Co-An Park Committee ŽͲ Ŷ WĂƌŬ ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ Meeting DĞĞƟŶŐ Co-An Park Office ŽͲ Ŷ WĂƌŬ KĸĐĞ 5:00 pm

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Economic Development ĐŽŶŽŵŝĐ ĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚ Advisory Committee ĚǀŝƐŽƌǇ ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ Meeting DĞĞƟŶŐ CANCELLED E >>

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Senior’s Advisory ^ĞŶŝŽƌ͛Ɛ ĚǀŝƐŽƌǇ Committee Meeting ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ DĞĞƟŶŐ 5:00 p.m. @ Town Hall

OCTOBER 16

Regular Council Meeting ZĞŐƵůĂƌ ŽƵŶĐŝů DĞĞƟŶŐ Town Hall, Council Chambers 6:00 p.m.

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Youth Dance The Libro Centre 7:00pm-11:00pm ϳ͗ϬϬƉŵͲϭϭ͗ϬϬƉŵ

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Drop in Pickleball General Amherst 6 – 8 pm $5/person

Little Buddies >ŝƩůĞ ƵĚĚŝĞƐ Mobile Fun Zone, DŽďŝůĞ &ƵŶ ŽŶĞ͕ Toddy Jones, 12-2pm Public Skating WƵďůŝĐ ^ŬĂƟŶŐ 4:30pm-6:30pm ϰ͗ϯϬƉŵͲϲ͗ϯϬƉŵ

OCTOBER 25

The Libro Centre Turf Tots

Drop in Pickleball General Amherst 6 – 8 pm $5/person

White Goods Collection ŽůůĞĐƟŽŶ

OCTOBER 19 Museum Ghost Tour @ Park House Museum 6pm-10pm tix req ϲƉŵͲϭϬƉŵ Ɵǆ ƌĞƋ

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Monday Garbage and Yard Waste (North) will be picked up today

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Town of Amherstburg Fire Siren Testing ^ŝƌĞŶ dĞƐƟŶŐ

Amherstburg Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting ĚǀŝƐŽƌǇ ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ DĞĞƟŶŐ 5-7 p.m. @ ϱͲϳ Ɖ͘ŵ͘ Λ Town Hall Board Room dŽǁŶ ,Ăůů ŽĂƌĚ ZŽŽŵ

Hort Society Meeting – all ,Žƌƚ ^ŽĐŝĞƚǇ DĞĞƟŶŐ ʹ Ăůů welcome @ The Libro Centre, 7pm, FREE ĞŶƚƌĞ͕ ϳƉŵ͕ &Z

LAST DAY! > ^d z͊ Amherstburg Farmers’ Market In Toddy Jones Park 8:30am-1:30pm Little Buddies >ŝƩůĞ ƵĚĚŝĞƐ Mobile Fun Zone, DŽďŝůĞ &ƵŶ ŽŶĞ͕ Toddy Jones, 12-2pm Public Skating 4:30pm-6:30pm WƵďůŝĐ ^ŬĂƟŶŐ ϰ͗ϯϬƉŵͲϲ͗ϯϬƉŵ

Audit Advisory Committee Meeting ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ DĞĞƟŶŐ 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ϱ͗ϯϬ ʹ ϳ͗ϯϬ Ɖ͘ŵ͘ @ Town Hall Council Chambers

The Libro Centre Turf Tots 10:00am-12:00am

OCTOBER 22

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OCTOBER 26 Little Buddies >ŝƩůĞ ƵĚĚŝĞƐ Mobile Fun Zone, DŽďŝůĞ &ƵŶ ŽŶĞ͕ Toddy Jones, 12-2pm Public Skating WƵďůŝĐ ^ŬĂƟŶŐ 4:30pm-6:30pm ϰ͗ϯϬƉŵͲϲ͗ϯϬƉŵ

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