Boutique hotel proposed for Dalhousie St. property
Richard and Colleen Peddie are proposing a four-storey, 12-unit boutique hotel for 256 Dalhousie St. They brought their proposal to the heritage committee last Thursday evening.
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A proposed new downtown boutique hotel took one step forward last week.
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Black Dog Entertainment, owned by local residents and business owners Richard and Colleen Peddie, brought their plans for their recently purchased prop erty at 256 Dalhousie St. before the heritage committee last Thursday evening, with the committee agreeing to remove the existing building as a property of interest from the town’s heritage register.
The building is designed as a four-storey, 12-unit boutique hotel with “unique retail” proposed for the ground floor unit facing Dalhousie St. with a restaurant overlooking King’s Navy Yard Park planned for the rear of the Richardbuilding.said their vision is to increase the economic, cultural and social health of Amherstburg, with the unique retail aimed at increasing tourism and encour aging residents to support local. He noted their previous initiatives, including the opening of the River Bookshop, Evelyn’s Candy House, White Woods Home, reno vating the building where The Panetteria now operates, bringing Art Windsor-Essex and the Windsor Symphony Orchestra to town and creation of downtown murals.
Two new fast food restaurants are getting closer to reality after Amherstburg town council passed two zoning bylaw amendments Monday night.
Kurt Barr, the proponent of the development, said “I've been pretty excited for this night for a while.” Barr said he started with Dairy Queen with his family when he and his wife sought a career change and opened their first restaurant in Tecumseh. They have since opened DQ locations in Chatham and Kingsville.
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Barr added at least 30-40 people could be employed at the location.
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Guitard was allowed to address council after council members started welcoming the DQ.
“We love investing in communities,” he said.
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Barr added they invest in the communities including sponsoring sports teams and getting involved in community events.
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Councillor Patricia Simone also welcomed Dairy Queen and the residential units, but wondered about sound. Farkas noted measures have been taken, including with fencing and landscaping, to help mitigate noise.
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“What can you do to assist Mr. Guitard?” Prue asked Barr. “We do want your Dairy Queen but what can you do to help this poor man?”
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Councillor Don McArthur said he was “excited for Dairy Queen to come” to town, and asked about a timeline. Barr said he hopes to start construction this year and, if things go well, possibly opening by next June.
“It will be a very good situation,” said Barr. “I will do what it takes so it will be as good of a situation as it can be for him.”
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“We love the towns and communities we serve,” said Barr.
Deputy CAO/director of development services Melissa Osborne said it was a one-time payment as cash in lieu of parking.
“Everything sounds rosy on the surface,” he said, “but what is my property going to be worth?”
Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche said he has visited the Kingsville location and found it to be a “nice operation” and “well run.” Meloche said he would be “pretty proud” to see something similar set up in Amherstburg.
The number of spots had been a concern of members of council with Prue having floating the idea at previous meetings of the proponent buying extra parking lots off the town. He wondered Monday night if the $18,000 was a one-time or ongoing payment.
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Barr said he has spoken with Guitard on several occasions, noting he was offered a unit in the residential units and tried to assure him in other ways. Barr said the restaurant will close at 10 p.m. and is a family-themed store, that is clean and power-washed twice per month.
Aspila's report added: “Evaluation of a site as suitable for payment in lieu must carefully assess the effect the number of spaces required will have on the feasibility of the development, the availability of parking in the area, the opportunity or viability of ever providing parking in the area and the resulting cumulative effect of applying the payment in lieu policy and whether or not the opportunity to achieve a desirable development can occur without creating a significant parking deficiency. A parking fund shall be established from cashin-lieu of parking spaces received from commercial development in the General Commercial Area.”
Farkas added the number of spots in the drive-thru queue and parking spots as a whole exceed town requirements. She added the residential units will give local residents opportunities for additional housing.
The Harvey's development also moved forward just south of where the Dairy Queen is planned to go. Town council not only approved the zoning bylaw amendment, but also included the establishment of a parking reserve fund. The applicant agreed to pay $18,000 into the fund as a “payment in lieu of parking.”
Councillor Michael Prue noted there were concerns from neighbour Robert Guitard about the development. Prue told Barr the Dairy Queen is welcome in Amherstburg but wanted to know if there were ways to help out Guitard, noting the restaurant and its drive-thru are behind and next to his home.
Regarding the issue of parking in lieu payments for developments, manager of planning services Christopher Aspila stated: “When applying the payment in lieu option, the town council shall enter into an agreement exempting the owner or occupant, to whatever extent deemed appropriate, from the requirement of the Zoning By-law to provide parking. Money received should be placed into a special account and the agreement registered against the land. Payment in lieu will only be considered within the General Commercial land use category. New residential developments should attempt to include all required tenant parking on site, however, the residential standards of the Zoning By-law may be significantly reduced within the zones applied to the General Commercial area to encourage intensification and redevelopment that is deemed to have a positive impact on the downtown area. Some minor adjustments may be considered for conversion to residential of upper floors of existing commercial buildings. Caution will be used in considering payment in lieu for high traffic generators such as medical buildings, clinics, restaurants, convenience stores, banks and taverns.”
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The first amendment concerned the property at 51-57 Sandwich St. S., with that to see two houses torn down and replaced with a Dairy Queen and a 12-unit residential building. The second amendment involved 131-135 Sandwich St. S., formerly the Maria's Restaurant site, and that will accommodate a new Harvey's restaurant.AmyFarkas from Dillon Consulting told town council during Monday night's meeting the firm looked at additional matters as a result of public feedback and did a noise assessment, increased landscaping, revised elevations and came up with a “photometrics plan and lighting memo.” She said they have now included a “right-out exit” to reduce motorists in the drive-thru from having to use the main entrance, increased fencing, increased bicycle racks and pedestrian markings and added an EV charging station to the residential units.
Councillor Peter Courtney said “I like what you are bringing" to town “above and beyond” just the restaurant and noted residential units are needed locally. Councillor Marc Renaud thanked Barr for choosing Amherstburg, adding “your commitment about working with the neighbours is good to hear.”
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“We know that Amherstburg is a heritage town, and we are committed to working with you to preserve its history,” Colleen told the committee.
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A presentation from the proponents stated the current building “does not have remnants of its history nor does it reflect the heritage build form of the town.”
Each of the 12 suites will have balco nies, the proponents stated. According to the Peddies’ presentation, Amherstburg had nine hotels in 1866 with none currently operating today. Leamington now has nine hotels or motels and about 200
Colleen also stated they want to reflect the Victorian architecture of the town.
If and when other projects get devel oped, Richard said there are plenty of opportunities for everyone citing Black Dog Entertainment’s project has 12 rooms and that “is just scratching the surface” of what the town needs. He noted Amherstburg has fallen behind Colchester in the building of a hotel, as a motor inn is under construction in Colchester.
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“We need a hotel,” said Richard.
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Plans include collaborating with local businesses and attractions, market to all seasons and events, offer bike rentals and be a positive impact to the town’s walk ability and density.
“It’s a cultural association,” he said.
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While they recognize they are tearing down a building, the Peddies state they want to replace it with something that would fit in with older structures. A plaque would be placed at the site recog nizing its history, they add.
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There are no photographs at the Marsh Historical Collection to show what the site looked like over the years, said Colleen.
Committee member Stephanie PougetPapak said the heritage committee has to try and protect the town’s history but also find a way to balance the economic development of Amherstburg’s down town core. She added the Peddies, and ADA did “a fabulous job” with the design of the proposed new structure.
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“We plan to get on it as soon as we can,” RichardRichardsaid.said they bought it “Halloween evening (2021) at 11 p.m. and knew they wanted retail there. They focused on the hotel portion within the last two months.
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“There’srooms. a lot of opportunity for us here,” said Colleen.
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Chamely said his only concern was the height but was told the only part higher than the neighbouring Salmoni Place condominiums was the elevator shaft.
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“We decided we want to use the indus trial architecture of the Victorian era,” she said.
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Theadded.Peddies are working with Architectural Design Associates, which they said was the same firm that reno vated the Panetteria building and created the building that houses White Woods Home, Evelyn’s Candy House and the two two-storey rental units it houses.
The Peddies’ hotel proposal has not gone before town council as of yet, but Richard said if they get the approvals they need and if everything goes according to plan, the hope is to demolish the current building by the end of this year and start foundation work. An early estimate for the opening of the boutique hotel is April 2024 “or earlier,” if all goes well.
Peddies propose boutique hotel, shop and restaurant for 256 Dalhousie St.
The boutique hotel being proposed for 256 Dalhousie St. will also have a rooftop terrace. Proponents Richard and Colleen Peddie and their architects from Architectural Design Associates appeared before the town’s heritage committee last week.
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“Unfortunately, the visual history is not there,” said Colleen.
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Colleen pointed out the location is known as Lot 8, with Lot 8 being reserved in 1799 for the Barrack Master of the Garrison, but she said “there are many conflicting records on what was housed on Lot 8. Oral history maintains there was, from an early date, a frame structure which housed firefighting equipment.”
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The proponets say there are approxi mately 350 on-street parking spots within walking distance of the proposed hotel.
There would also be an elevator inside the building and the 12 hotel suites would be fully accessible. A rooftop terrace is also proposed. There is no official name for the project as of yet.
The site also was known to house a onestorey block structure to store coal, with that being built in 1907. That structure is what is now known as 256 Dalhousie St., she
Policy and committee co-ordinator Kevin Fox noted it was on the property of interest list due to its historical associa tions and not for the features of the site.
There is not a more attractive community than Am herstburg, Shaw added.
The town has to be mindful the town is a “broad based” community, one that includes the former town ships of Anderdon and Malden. He added community safety is another big issue for him.
Joe Shaw wants to bring his love for the town to the role of deputy mayor, and bring some of his experi ences with him as well.
Shaw said “we may have veered off the path a bit and it wouldn’t take much to get it back on track.” He believes his business experience – Shaw is a real estate agent – would allow him to be “a helpful voice” on Essex County council as well.
In the residential area, “I think we’ve been doing that for the most part.”
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The town needs to move forward “in a positive way,” he continued.
Shaw believed he can help town council take “a good, hard look at budgets,” taking a close look at what money is spent on and what amenities are pro vided. He also believes he can be of assistance in bring ing in development, particularly in commercial and light industrial. That has been lacking, he believed, and he stated a lot of land in Amherstburg “could be adapted.”Smallmanufacturing and commercial develop ments need to be attracted by removing any obstacles with the developments having to best serve the com munity.“They seem to run into a lot of roadblocks,” he said. Commercial and industrial developments help tax payers as a whole, he stated. Attracting manufactur ing is tough, Shaw acknowledged, but believed there is enough area in town to create industrial develop ments.“That’s where you broaden the tax base,” said Shaw. “When you grow that tax base, it might take some of the pressure off of the residential tax base. Taxes are the number one issue when you talk to people. The only way to keep taxes low is to try and create revenue in other areas.”
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“If they could be brought up to snuff, I think it would cost way less than the new fire hall and still provide proper support,” he said.
“It’s got to make sense to keep them,” he said of heritage properties.
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“If we spend money properly and create more rev enue, people will see that and that’s how you build trust,” said Shaw.
Shaw said people are interested in coming to Am herstburg but “we have to let the private sector come in and do their job.” Streamlining decision making is another item Shaw favours.
Shaw also likes the idea of a boat ramp at Ranta Park but “that has to make sense in terms of spending, too. It’s got to be the right dollars.”
More seniors housing and affordable housing are needed, Shaw added.
The issue of a new fire hall was also addressed by Shaw, adding the current proposal comes with “a hefty price tag” and wonders if improvements could
“We already have a pile to offer,” said Shaw. “There isn’t a more beautiful town in southwestern Ontario, maybe all of Ontario, than right here.”
Shaw says he has ideas to develop the Duffy’s property as well as Belle Vue, ideas he believes could “work for the advantage of the town.” He acknowl edges approvals are still needed from upper levels of government at Duffy’s but “that needs to get moved along” while a portion of the Belle Vue site could be developed as something else to create revenue.
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Shaw added he’s not against a new fire hall, but wants more information on cost as the town has other areas it also needs to spend money on.
Shaw says his love of the town runs deep, as does his family’s roots in Amherstburg.“Myfamily has been here literally for a couple of centuries now. We go back a long time,” said Shaw. “It’s a good town to live in all the way around. I want to keep it that way. I think I can help a lot.”
Promoting heritage is a good thing, added Shaw, “as long as it makes sense.”
“I want my kids to stay here. I want other people’s kids to stay here,” said Shaw. “It would be an honour to serve the people of Amherstburg.”
Shaw said everyone running cares about the town, but says “we need to elect people to do the best job going forward.”
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Regarding finances, “I believe we are in a good place with our reserves” but Courtney said he’d like to see status quo on operational costs. A lot of in frastructure “lapsed all at once” and if taxes go up,
elector system in Amherstburg?” was an initiative that Courtney brought forward. He said he was “ec static” fellow councillors backed a desire to look at the issue.
Goals for the next term include a new communitybased strategic plan. Courtney said the last one ex pired, as it covered 2016-21, and a new one is needed to help council and administration serve residents. That plan will cover priorities, timelines and financial plans.Courtney stated a business plan is needed for the Duffy’s site and Belle Vue, believing there are ways those can be developed with minimal to no impact on taxpayers. He added prior plans were based on a $50 million grant application and should be revisited.
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Courtney believes he was successful in defending parks and recreation, citing his motion for recommen dations for Jack Purdie Park and H. Murray Smith Centennial Park. He said if the community can get be hind a track at the latter park, they can fundraise. He said the town has protected naming rights and has a goal to return lost amenities.
“Amherstburg is now a place people come to shop,” saidRegardingMcArthur.the Amherstburg Community Hub: “We took an empty shell of a school and transferred it into a campus of compassion that cares for the town’s most vulnerable residents.”
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Courtney said he has learned a lot about process and procedures and that the Municipal Act makes the level of transparency he would like to give residents not always possible. However, he hopes residents trust his decision-making capabilities.
Courtney also pointed out he seconded a motion to investigate public boat access at Ranta Park.
McArthur favours active transportation, including fu ture shoulder paving projects including along Conces sion 2 North. He added he would like to see bollards along Simcoe St.
Courtney believes he helped bring a spirit of team work to the council table.
“I keep hearing ‘let’s make Amherstburg bigger and better.’ The question is, what does this mean?” he asked. “We’re already great.”The COVID-19 pandemic “took a good chunk of our term away from us,” he added, stating he wants more progress next term.
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McArthur said the residential, commercial and in dustrial tax base needs to be broadened. Citing a Strat egyCorp report, McArthur said it called for a 4.5 per cent population increase over five years and a 3.5 per cent increase to assessment growth. He said residential is growing like “gangbusters,” with a community im provement plan geared to attract industry.
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McArthur also said he was happy with the new traf fic management study that is being undertaken, adding council members regularly hear speeding complaints. He said neighbourhoods can now petition for traffic calming measures, something he feels is important.
McArthur believes it will provide opportunity for people to get to school, jobs and appointments. He add ed people from Windsor will be able “to see all that we offer in terms of tourism.”
McArthur said he has learned “you can’t please ev erybody” and it’s important to listen to all sides, but then make a decision.
McArthur stated he wants to continue to build the com munity and its organiza tions. Regarding the latter, he said he supports groups and events and vows to continue.
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“I feel very confident with the new CAO and senior management team,” said Courtney. “I’d be excited to continue for four more years on this pathway.”
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McArthur stated “Duffy’s is an eyesore. Every time council had an opportunity to move it forward, I voted in favour.” He favours a transient marina, fishing area and kayak launch there, but not an amphitheatre due to noise concerns.
with a private partner and sell the back portion of the land “so we have the money to fix the house.”
McArthur noted he’s been vocal about a new skate board park/pump track. He also wants to see recre ational amenities return, tennis courts re-established in Malden Centre and more pickleball and basketball courts. Wi-fi in park pavilions should also be explored, heDevelopingbelieves.
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There were several items McArthur pointed to that he believed benefitted the town, one of which was the part nership with Transit Windsor.
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McArthur also said he supports a public boat ramp and fishing space at Ranta Park.
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“We have to move forward,” said Courtney. “Our town seems to dwell on negativity. We have to positively move projects forward and move attitudes forward.”
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McArthur touts several accomplishments over the past term
Peter Courtney is running for re-election as a coun cillor and said he wants to stay involved with his community.“I’mstill hometown proud and I want to be in volved in the community,” he said. “I’m very hum bled to have been elected the first time and hope the residents believe in me for a second term.”
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Don McArthur is seeking a second term as a councillor, believing a lot of good things happened in his first.
the town’s “unique identity” is im portant as well, said Court ney. He added a balance has to be created between tourism and what the town is able to accommodate.
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One of his signature accomplishments over the last four years was the KPMG audit, something Courtney believes helped create transparency and build trust amongCourtneyresidents.said the town was at “a breaking point” due to staff turnover and town decisions and the au dit helped identify internal issues and made recom mendations to improve internal controls, processes andCourtneyprocedures.believed in the first three years of the cur rent term saw the town not being able to accomplish as many wants and needs as he would have liked, be lieving the town’s “tires were spinning.” He said the town is on “solid traction with the new management.”
“Hometown proud” Courtney running for re-election as a councillor
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“Open Air has been an incredible success,” he contin ued. “I think it has grown every year and it still hasn’t reached its McArthurpotential.”saidOpen Air gives youth a place to go. He also noticed the amount of people sharing photos. Those act as “calling cards” for others to come to Amherstburg.
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Amherstburg has “an exceptional leadership team” and “weathered the storm” regarding staff turnover, he believes.
“Let residents choose the democracy they want go ing forward,” he said.
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Economic development has been happening, he add ed, citing a bookshop, bakery, candy store, kitchenware shop and yoga studio. He also used the proposed Har vey’s and DQ developments as examples.
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“Compared to peer municipalities, we have more in debt and less in reserves,” he said of town finances. He added debt has to be paid down and reserves built up.
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“This council passed the asset management plan, and we need to follow it,” said McArthur.
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“This town has an amaz ing story to tell and I want to keep sharing it with the world,” he said.
“If you don’t try to do something new, you are never going to advance,” said Argoselo.
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Lucas Anderson’s prior work experience and his in terest in politics have result ed in his run for a councillor position.“I’vealways had a passion for municipal politics,” he said. “I thought about run ning in the past and this year is the opportunity to do so.”
As a long-time resident, Argoselo said he supports keeping things local.
“Our actions will directly affect residents,” said An derson.Thefocus for Anderson will be on providing services and amenities for residents and to “build a plan for Am herstburg to sustain it and see it grow.”
Anderson stated he has heard a lot of ideas for the de velopment of the Duffy’s property. Many of those ideas can be revenue generators and tourism generators for the“We’dtown.have to look at what is feasible,” said Anderson. Anderson added people “want to go to parks with their children.” He said there is currently no pool, tennis courts or volleyball courts and would like to see them returned. Anderson pointed out he used the parks as a youth including basketball courts, baseball diamonds and volleyball courts.
Town expenditures are something Argoselo wants to take a closer look at, noting he would like to find ways to “slow” property tax increases. Parkland is another hot issue, he stated.
“I figured if I could take some of what I know and coordinate with other members of council, we could do the same for residents of Amherstburg,” he said.
“I’ve been living in Amherstburg for a long time,” stated Argoselo. “Over the past couple of years, there are things in town I have been questioning.”
The next council should look at ways to control taxes better, Anderson continued.
“We live in a beautiful community and we have to create a vision for this community,” he said.
“I’d have to take a look at the numbers and see why taxes rise year-after-year,” he said. “A lot of seniors are on fixed incomes. They can’t support a tax increase yearafter-year-after-year.”Andersonsaidhewants to be more involved in the community and would like to see more businesses open in Amherstburg. He added he wants to focus on the top priorities for the residents of Amherstburg.
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Anderson brings interest in municipal politics into his council run
hectic time in his life as he recently got married as well.
Argoselo called himself “an avid learner” and wants to help the community where he can.
Anderson said he worked at a downtown Amherstburg restaurant for ten years and through his employment there, chatted with many cus tomers and heard their thoughts and opinions on how things are run at the town level. He added he also fre quents local restaurants and hears concerns from own ers.“I hear Open Air has its issues,” he said.
Response to his candidacy has been “overwhelmingly positive,” said Anderson, noting he filed at a particularly
Getting on town council would allow Argoselo to be come more involved and a better understanding of the issues. He pointed out he was involved in assisting the “Cosmic Queenz” Lego robotics team and saw the im pact they had on the community.
Anderson said he has success in coordinating people from various industries to get the job done and plans on applying that to a council position, if elected.
Andeson said “Amherstburg is fantastic” and wants short and long term goals to include advance manufac turing, agriculture and tourism.
The reason Anderson said he is running for council is because he wants to “affect change at a real level.”
A lot of issues in Amherstburg have to be accom modated and dealt with “within reason,” he said, with
Currently a banking advisor, Anderson hopes that could translate into a councillor position but noted there are others familiar with budgeting.
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The location of a new skateboard park was also an is sue for Argoselo. He believes the original location of the skateboard park was ideal as it was centrally located, well lit and highly visible. He would have liked a more central location for the new park, which is planned for the Libro
Open Air Weekends have to be “acceptable to every one,” including its footprint, the times it is offered and parking in the area. He said King’s Navy Yard Park is a town jewel and has to be easy to get to. Anderson added it is a balance between the wishes of the business owners and the Andersonresidents.pointed out he serves on the Victoria Gar dens board of directors and believes he has learned use ful things there.
“I’m eager and willing to learn and work with people to see things get done,” he said.
Involvement in helping a youth robotics team coupled with questioning issues in Amherstburg has led to An drew Argoselo running for townArgoselocouncil.is seeking a posi tion of councillor in the Oct. 24 municipal election after some friends and family sug gested to him that he should make a run. It is a new expe rience for him, he noted, but he wants to give back to the community.
“Parks are an important topic,” said Argoselo. “They are important to the community. They should be kept up and Argoselomaintained.”citedequipment and the pavilion at Malden Centre Park being removed, and said he would like to see “a little more transparency and planning for parks.” Greater focus on local areas should be looked at so peo ple in neighbourhoods have a better idea on what the plans are for their local parks.
“If a high school is not in the centre of town, how is the revenue going to go back to the businesses?” he asked.
Argoselo runs for council to get more involved with the community
Argoselo said he is a retired firefighter after spending 13 years on the Amherstburg Fire Department.
“I just find myself looking for new ways to get in volved,” he said.
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“I felt empowered by that and thought this would be a great opportunity to get involved,” said Argoselo.
“I’m supportive of buying local as much as possible,” said Argoselo.
“I’ll definitely take that specialty and apply it to the council position,” he said.
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Among the issues that Argoselo has had on his mind over the past few years have included the location of the new North Star High School. He estimated that 99 per cent of the people he has spoken with are not hap py with the location, as he called a local high school as “the heartbeat of a community.” Students inject revenue back into local businesses near the school.
he and his wife have three children –one in elementary school in Malden, one in high school at North Star and another in university. He believes ev ery age group needs to be accommodated in Amherst burg.Argoselo works in account management and sales for a local industry and during his travels, he sees Amherst burg as a very beautiful and unique community.
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council members having to do their due diligence and speak with members of the community.
“I want Amherstburg to be a place where senior citi zens can live comfortably and where young families can come and grow,” said Anderson.
Right - An aerial shot of what a proposed condominium project would look like at 359 Dalhousie St. is seen here. Screenshot
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Thompson told the committee the current home on the property was built in 1912 and appears to be constructed with a stone foundation with wood framing and vinyl siding. A porch has “pressure treated wood” and is “not a real historical feature.”
Nor-Built Construction is proposing to build a 12-unit condominium building at 359 Dalhousie St. The home on the property is listed as a property of interest and the town’s heritage committee wants a report on the matter before rendering a final recommendation.
The new condominium building would complement the historical nature of the area “featuring a historical architectural presence desired by the present downtown historical theme,” saidThompsonThompson. said the company
The Nor-Built presentation stated the home needs “significant renovations” which would add no additional real estate value to the surrounding homes and wouldn’t increase revenue for the town.
Members of the heritage committee had their concerns, including Stephanie
Bolger said “structurally, (the home) is falling apart” and noted “it’s a vinyl sided house.” He added their design for the condominiums has a heritage look and there are eight-storey apartment towers behind and beside the land he hopes to develop.
Aspila believed it is consistent with where the province wants to go in terms of built-up Committeeareas.member Jennie Lajoie said she drives by the home many times and never sees it due to trees, with the trees proposed to remain. She questioned if the new building is hidden by trees, what difference it would make towards a heritage district.
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“The modest four-storey structure will fit in nicely with the surrounding three, six and eight-storey buildings but adding a much needed touch for a historical them,” said Thompson.
The announcement of the new EV battery plant in Windsor and the retooling of the Stellantis plant to electric vehicle production will make Amherstburg a more desirable location to live, Thompson maintained. He said the current home “was found to be lacking or had insufficiencies in six of the nine areas deemed reviewable and as required for heritage designation.”
The Amherstburg heritage committee wants more information, including information on why a Dalhousie St. property is one of interest, before rendering a decision on a condo proposal.Nor-Built
Thompson also estimated the fiveyear overall return to the Amherstburg economy at over $3.5 million if the building proceeds, basing that number on the cost of the building permit, development fees, jobs when the building goes up, taxes and household spending.“Nor-Built
“In addition, there is no historical look or design to the present structure,” said Thompson. “The visual presence of the property currently is that it is obscured by trees.”
My name is Frank Di Pasquale. I am a lifetime volunteer, and if elected as councillor, my salary will be returned to the community. I want it to go to our children. That’s the plan, but as long as we have firefighters who after fighting a fire cannot decontaminate thus bringing contaminates home. Their families are now also exposed to deadly carcinogens. I will put my salary to provide our unsung heroes showers. Firefighters die prematurely of rare, aggressive, and horrific forms of cancer. Imagine their families being exposed to this threat. Elected or not I cannot accept this to happen. Fire Chief Montone should resign among others. This Town Hall meeting is opened to everyone including the Chief, council, candidates, and the voting public. We will also talk about tearing down the fence at Duffy’s, the morale of the taxpayers of Amherstburg, the need of a public boat ramp, and the greatest disrespect a community can show to all of its residents. If you are complainer who just talks, don’t bother , but if you care come. Please bring a food article for our mission. Thank you
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Construction is proposing a four-storey, 12-unit condominium project at 359 Dalhousie St. entitled “Dalhousie Manor.” Company owner Norbert Bolger and project planner Mo Thompson appeared before the committee last Thursday evening, the former virtually and the latter in person.
regularly fields calls looking for development sites and condominiums, telling the committee the latter are “severely needed” in Amherstburg.
Construction has called Amherstburg home for over 34 yeas and we are proud of our contributions to the community of Amherstburg and the over 500 homes we have built for our neighbours and friends,” said Thompson. “Our aim is to address the present critical need of housing focusing on the condominium lifestyle while preserving and demonstrating a heritage sensitive design to further complement our community.”
The committee desired a report on the heritage implications of the project, suggesting a special meeting could be called in October.
member Robert Honor believed the intention of former heritage planner Clint Robertson was to save the architecture around the “S”-curve of the street, with other homes in the area also listed as properties of interest. Honor believed the home at 359 Dalhousie St. was “part of a greater whole” when considering the heritage importance.
Pouget-Papak. She said she can appreciate the economic development implications, but wondered why the development had to go at 359 Dalhousie St., where town council recently identified the home as a property of interest.“We can move this development elsewhere in town and not affect the attributes of the street,” said Pouget-Papak.Pouget-Papak did acknowledge Nor-Built did “a lovely job with the building” but was concerned over its impact on what could become a heritage district.Bolger pointed out the move to list the site as a property of interest would have been objected to by his company, but it was done between the purchase of the land and before Nor-Built took possession.“Wecould not object to it at the time,” heCommitteesaid.
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Bolger added they have already completed a traffic study, planning justification report and archeological report.“From a planning perspective, this application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) at the highest level. It is in line with what the province is going to seek with regards to intensification,” added the town’s manager of planning services Christopher Aspila.
Miracle League of Amherstburg plays first games since 2019
A new counselling and mental health service has opened in Amherstburg.
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Next Step Counselling has opened within the Amherstburg Health Care Centre and is owned and operated by registered social worker Krista Gatti. Gatti said she has 22 years of experience and said she has “learned many divorce,anxiety,challengesstrugglingindividualsmodalitiesevidence-basedtoassistwhoarewithlifesuchasdepression,separation,grief,
Gatti said she is from Amherstburg and doesn’t believe there are enough mental health services in town. She hopes to remove a barrier for people as they can now stay within Amherstburg to get services they require. People in need of her services – which include specialties such as ACT, CBT, brain spotting, DBT, self-compassion and trauma informed – are also welcome from all around the area.
The Miracle League of Amherstburg played its first games since 2019 last Saturday at their diamond at the Libro Centre. Scott Foley has a smile on his face as he’s being pushed to first base by Gerald Lemire. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu
“I absolutely love it,” she said. “I went back (to school) to get my Masters. My passion is mental health.”
Mayor Aldo DiCarlo cut the ribbon to officially open Next Step Counselling last Saturday morning. He said it is a service that is in very high demand.
addiction and other struggles.”
Dufour said there was a lot of behind-the-scenes work in the last days and months to get everything ready and, while they will smooth things out, he was happy with how the first week of the 2022 fall season went.
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted many people’s mental health, Gatti noted, but she wants to help all people regardless of situation. She said she offers a quiet, non-judgemental environment, though noted she offers various methods where people can overcome their struggles such as “walk and talk,” phone and virtual.
Dufour said being out at Miracle League was everything people described it to be.
DiCarlo said he has been approached by many within the community about how they can obtain mental health services close to home, and was pleased a service like Next Step Counselling is now open.
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“Mental health has always been an issue, but the pandemic has brought it to the forefront,” said DiCarlo. “Now people don’t have to leave the Town of Amherstburg for mental health services. We’re taking away a barrier from people who need mental health services.”
The Amherstburg Health Care Centre is located at 433 Sandwich St. South.
Mayor Aldo DiCarlo cuts the ribbon with Krista Gatti of Next Step Counselling Services to officially open the business.
“It went well, very well,” said Dufour. “It’s just a fabulous experience.”
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“I cover Essex, Kingsville, Cottam, Colchester and all of the communities around Essex County,” said Gatti.
“You can tell the players and families like playing again,” said Dufour. “Everyone said it ran smoothly. We got games started on time. Everyone enjoyed playing Miracle League baseball in Amherstburg again and that’s the way it should be.”
There are a lot of sponsors, including some new sponsors, and Dufour said they are pleased with that.
“Without the sponsors, this is not happening,” he said.Dufour, who is an elementary school principal, said it is ideal for Grade 8 students to experience, adding high school students can get their volunteer hours by coming out. There is always a need for volunteers, said Dufour.Anyone interested in sponsoring or volunteering at the Miracle League of Amherstburg can visit www. amherstburgmiracle.com.
People with intellectual and physical disabilities had a chance to play baseball once again in Amherstburg over the weekend.
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The Miracle League of Amherstburg made its return last Saturday with four games at their diamond at the Libro Centre. Shawn Dufour, the league’s new director, said he and the new board have picked up the torch and trying to match the successes the former board had. Dufour acknowledged former leaders Chuck and Ann Bondy and their team of now-retired board members, and also thanked the new board members.
Gatti added she enjoys helping others.
The first week was spent trying to ensure the baseball experience returned with more things to return in future weeks, such as a merchandise table and video displays.
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“I have a good group of volunteers that are helping to work with me,” said Dufour.
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“His guidance ensured the content of this mural was accurate, educational and engaging,” said DiCarlo.
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Richard outlined his belief in the importance of public art, noting the work that has been created on his properties in the Richmond St. and Ramsay St. area. “We are becoming an arts destination,” he said. “We’ll keep championing art Theprojects.”estimated value of the sponsorship was $11,000, something Richard said was “worth every penny.”
Town staff, including tourism and parks departments, were also thanked by DiCarlo, as were the Peddies.
“I’d like to thank Richard and Colleen Peddie again for their generous contribution to this mural and all of the other works of art throughout our downtown core that they’ve played a part in. As art is a universal language, illustrating history and culture, educating and bringing people together, this mural then – our river, our home, is indeed art in itself.”
(Right photo) Mayor Aldo DiCarlo (right) and Richard Peddie cut the ribbon to officially dedicate the mural on the Navy Yard privy. Peddie and his wife Colleen sponsored the mural with Dennis and Dylan White painting it.
The artwork was done by local residents Dennis and Dylan White and sponsored by Richard and Colleen Peddie. The dedication took place last Wednesday afternoon with Mayor Aldo DiCarlo also cutting a ribbon.
DiCarlo said he was pleased to recognize “the generosity of some town residents” and share the appreciation of the work of the artists, the history of the community and the Detroit River. He called the river “a unique natural and cultural feature of the “Alwaystown.”present, the river has served as a lifeblood for our community, now centuries old,” said DiCarlo. “As the Indigenous Peoples preceded all of us, I would like to acknowledge this land and water on which we have earned a living and have enjoyed raising our families as the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations and the Huron-Wendat and Wyandot Peoples. We recognize the land as an expression of gratitude to those whose traditional territory we reside on and a way of honouring the Indigenous People, who have been living and thriving on the land since time immemorial.”
DiCarlo also thanked Phil Roberts, the former director of parks, facilities, recreation and culture, who has since retired. Roberts was thanked for his abilities and knowledge as a naturalist, or “bird geek” as he was jokingly referred to, who shared his appreciation of nature in helping to create the mural.
The mural on the side of the privy building in King’s Navy Yard Park has been officially dedicated.
(Above photo) The mural on the Navy Yard Park privy building was dedicated last Wednesday afternoon. It was painted by Amherstburg artists Dennis and Dylan White.
DiCarlo stated the town values the “significant historical and contemporary contributions of local and regional First Nations and all of the Original Peoples of Turtle Island,” adding it was fitting that Dennis and Dylan White “captured images of this land’s Original Peoples and remarkably, the very essence of our Thecommunity.”mayorthanked the father-and-son artist duo for “showcasing the history, wildlife refuge and international heritage designations of the Detroit River.”
Richard said it was a project that was easy for them to support. “When Phil Roberts brought this to my attention, I liked it immediately,” he said. “It checked off all of the boxes for Colleen and I.”
Mural on King’s Navy Yard Park privy officially dedicated
“This mural clearly highlights the importance of the river, in its capacity to be home to an abundance of wildlife and ultimately, crucial to our survival,” he said.
This was the first time the Fighting Island Boxing Club held a show at Shooter's Roadhouse, and it many not be the last. The show was well attended, and organizers were pleased with the evening as a whole.
“We had more (fighters) but their opponents backed out at the last minute,” he said. “It's the nature of amateur boxing.”
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Boxing clubs from as far as Toronto came to Amherstburg Saturday night as the town's local boxing club held an outdoor show.
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“Everything has been great. It's tough to do the match-ups,” said Fighting Island Boxing Club owner/ coach Joe LeBlanc. “Fighters from other gyms stepped up and helped with the show.”
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Having local fighters be able to compete in Amherstburg was special for them, he added.
LeBlanc explained that six boxers from other clubs backed out, something he said is prone to happen at these types of events. He said more of his fighters were ready and willing to box, but couldn't due to a lack of opposition.
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The Fighting Island Boxing Club is based out of the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St.
Parent or guardian must be present. for non-member
Six local fighters were on the card including Kendal Wonham, who was in an exhibition match against Kaylee Firor, also of the Fighting Island Boxing Club. Layne Mountain defeated Matteo Tignanelli from the Blue Collar Boxing Club while Achilles Shinas won by referee stoppage over Drake Enriquez of the Border City Boxing Club. Tyson Whalen and Nate DiPasquale each lost their fights by split decision, with Whalen falling to Mohamad Al-Rabeah of the Border City Boxing Club while DiPasquale also had a close fight, his against Dylan Taylor of Kombat Arts Boxing Club.
Fighting Island Boxing Club’s Kendal Wonham (left) went up against Kaylee Firor, also of the Fighting Island Boxing Club. They had an exhibition fight to open the show Saturday night at Shooters.
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“You never know, it might become an annual thing,” said LeBlanc. “It's a fantastic venue. It's outside in the air.”
Amherstburg's Fighting Island Boxing Club presented “Gettin' Rowdy at the Roadhouse,” a boxing card with nine fights. The event was held under a tent in the parking lot beside Shooter's Roadhouse.
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Adults shoot at 8:00 pm.
The Amherstburg Karate Club , with the help of Rob & Tina’s No Frills, made a $2,000 donation to the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission. The karate club trains at Encounter Church and recently celebrated its first anniversary club plans on doing more community outreach. From left: Senpai Stefan Miller, No Frills associate Jeremy Mulder, mission president Tim McAllister, Sensei Chad Waldron, mission vice president Zainia Brockett, and Sensei Matt Gholampoor. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu
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Youth up to age 12 shoot at 7:00 pm
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“Everyone likes having fights to show their family and friends,” said LeBlanc. “They like to show off and say 'see, this is what we've been doing.'”
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CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT - In support of Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club. Held at Coachwood Golf & Country Club (formerly Fox Glen Golf & Country Club), 7252 Howard Ave., McGregor. Shotgun start 9:00 a.m. Raffle prizes, 50/50, longest drive, closest to the pin, snacks at the turn, lunch.
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Police add he was warned with regards to speeding.
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The most recent accident involving a deer was Sept. 7 around 7:55 p.m. when a black Suzuki motorcycle was northbound on County Road 50 and a deer entered the roadway. Police say the operator of the motorcycle applied the brake but was unable to stop before striking the deer. The driver fell over the handlebars and suffered minor injuries, police add.
GOLDEN AGE CLUB - Fort Malden Golden Age Club, Amherstburg’s only friendship club, provides fun activities Monday to Friday at 1 p.m. at the Libro Centre. Monday and Friday we play Pepper, Tuesday is Euchre, Wednesday is bridge, Thursday is cribbage. We also provide line dancing Thursday mornings. However, bingo and line dancing are closed for July and August. Hope to see you there. www. goldenagecentre.ca.
Hole-in-one $10,000 prize. Four-person scramble, $135 per person. Register by Aug. 30. Contact Mary Ann Mertens tomarymertz@ gmail.com or call 519-988-6420.
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MISSION HOURS - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., is open from 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with lunch served between 12:00-1:00 p.m. Mission’s food bank will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. and 1:00-3:00 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140 or visit www.aburgmission.ca. Stop by for food, fellowship and a warm welcome.
ACS FOOD BANK - Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Runs Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-12 noon. Call 519-736-5471 for assistance.
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The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is issuing a warning to local drivers about deer entering the roadway.
The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment says an officer was monitoring traffic in the 1800 block of Front Road North Sept. 4 around 2:30 a.m. when a Chevy pickup was observed allegedly travelling over the 70 km/hr speed limit.
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL - Lighthouse Church, in conjunction with Feeding Windsor, invites the public to join them Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. for a free meal. Everyone welcome. Come meet others in the community and enjoy some good food. No registration required. Bring a friend! Lighthouse Church is located at 266 King St., (entrance off Gore St.).
service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@bryerswood. com. Thank you.
RIVER CANARD K OF C EVENTS - Join the River Canard K of C for bingo. Barbecues the first Friday of every month, take-out only. For information, call 519-734-8575.
The vehicle was stopped by police and, as a result, the local driver was issued a three-day license suspension for being a young driver who allegedly had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above zero. Police say as of 2010, it is illegal for a driver 21 or younger to operate a motor vehicle, regardless of class of license, with a BAC over zero.
Bortignon said “we’ve probably got a handful of spots available,” with that amount roughly being four or five open positions on the roster. The head coach noted decisions would be made as to who made this year’s team after Tuesday night’s game in Essex. He added there will also be internal competition for playing spots as a rule change was made allowing Jr. C teams to carry 25 players until Jan. 10, an increase over previous seasons.
FALL BAZAAR - Presented by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS), at their offices at 320 Richmond St. (Amherstburg Community Hub). Runs from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
—All information courtesy of the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment
BOTTLE DONATIONS - The AMA Sportsmen Association continues to accept donations of empty beer and wine bottles. People who wish to donate their empties can drop them off at the rear of the club, located at 468 Lowes Side Road in Amherstburg. For information, visit www.amasportsmen.com or call 519-736-5706.
MISSION NEEDS DONATIONS - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, located at 298 Victoria St. S., is in need of items. Among the items being requested are bleach, Lysol wipes, face masks, canned tuna, canned peas, canned cut green beans, canned peas & carrots, ketchup, egg noodles, sugar, powdered juice, canned fruit, honey, macaroni & cheese, Sidekicks, ranch dressing, kidney beans, peanut butter, jam, cookies and baggies. Monetary donations always welcome. For info or to donate, visit www.aburgmission. ca or call 519-736-9140.
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FOUNDERS CLUB - Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” to help them purchase the camp on Texas Road. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name. Multiples of squares are available for sponsorship. Tax receipts provided. For information, visit www. bryerswoodyouthcamp.com, call 519-9967364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com.
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can Help. Call alcoholics anonymous: 519-999-1234.
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ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING - Looking to add to your orchid collection? The Essex County Orchid Society invites you to join us at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church hall, 5280 Howard Ave., in Oldcastle, just south of Laurier Parkway/South Talbot Road. Meeting starts at 1:30 p.m. Speaker, grower will bring a nice selection. Membership only $20 single or $30 family/same address. We are on FB, Essex County Orchid Society. New members welcome!
ROTARY DAY OF SERVICE - The Rotary Club of Amherstburg, in partnership with Amherstburg Community Services, is collecting cake mixes, frosting, candles, vegetable oil and napkins. Drop-off location are Sobeys and No
RAPID TEST KITS - Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test kit distribution program being supported locally by the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce and Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Info can be found testkits.toatcompletesizedscreening-program/. Smallamherstburgchamber.com/covid-19-rapid-at https://andmediumbusinesseswithunder150employeestheProgramAgreementformfoundtheabovelinkandbringthecompletedformACSbetween9a.m.-3p.m.topickuptestTheyarecurrentlydistributingboxesof25kits/perbox.
COMMUNITY SERVICES - Located at 320 Richmond St., 519-736-5471. Meals on Wheels, CareLink Accessible Transportation, Food Bank, Senior Support, Keep The Heat, Ontario Energy Support Program & much more. Please call to see how we can help!
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VOLUNTEERS - The Miracle League of Amherstburg resumes September 10 and needs volunteers. There are nine teams and over 115 players signed up. People of all ages welcome, including high school students who need volunteer hours. To register as a volunteer, visit www.amherstburgmiracle.com.
The young group was given as much ice time as possible with Bortignon saying the coaches and management wanted to see how they react in tough situations. The same was planned for Tuesday night’s game in Essex, with Bortignon expect ing the 73’s to play a number of veterans while the Admirals again went with an inexperienced lineup.
The game in Essex was played after this issue of the River Town Times went to press.“At the end of the day, it’s not a results-driven pre-season,” said Bortignon.
The Admirals open the 2022-23 PJHL Stobbs Division regular season this Sunday night at home with a 7 p.m. game against the Mooretown Flags. The other three games in September are on the road, with those being in Lakeshore (Sept. 23), Blen heim (Sept. 25) and Essex (Sept. 27), all at 7 p.m. Their second home game of the regular season is Oct. 2 versus Wallaceburg, that game also being at 7 p.m.
Deer collision
The operator of the motorcycle was a 21-year-old Harrow resident.
Frills in Amherstburg. More drop off locations to come. It is part of Rotary District 6400 Day of Service Sept. 17, with the goal of ensuring children of low income families can still have cakes on their birthdays.
The result on the score board Sunday night didn’t matter to the Am herstburg Admirals.
Admirals get a look at young players in exhibition games
MISSION AGM - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission will be hosting its annual general meeting (AGM) starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Mission is located at 298 Victoria St. S.
A 21-year-old Amherstburg resident was charged following a traffic stop on Front Road North last week.
The Admirals fell 5-2 to the visiting Wheatley Sharks at the Libro Cen tre in the first of two preseason games but head coach Paul Bortignon was satisfied with what he saw on the ice consid ering the circumstances.
Young driver facing charges after allegedly violating blood alcohol law
“We had 13-14-15 guys having their first junior experience,” said Bortignon.
Colton Candido scored in the first period Sunday night against Wheatley while Layne Crispin scored in the the second period for the Admirals.
The motorcycle had to be towed and the deer died.
Amherstburg’s Colton Candido (10) scores a first period goal on Wheatley goalie Ethan Handley Sunday night at the Libro Centre.
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