Annual Jingle Bell Run attracts about 400 participants
By Deanna Bertrand
About 400 people from across Windsor-Essex County braved the wet weather Sunday morning,
November 10, for the 30th annual Jingle Bell Run in Essex. Participants dressed in the Christmas spirit with
bells, Santa hats, elf costumes and more as they completed 2km runs, 5km, walk, run and roll as part of the fundraising
campaign for Community Living Essex County.
The Jingle Bell Run provides a safe, fun, festive event for the whole family and a way to promote healthy lifestyles while raising money to support over 700 children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities through the work of Community Living Essex County (CLEC).
The event, which is hosted by Ken Knapp Ford, is dedicated to the memory of Bob Blair, who was instrumental in organizing the Jingle Bell Run at its inception. Several members of Bob’s family were on hand to volunteer.
According to CLEC Manager of Communications, Tony DeSantis, about 550 had registered but the rain put a damper on the numbers.
Siblings Brooklyn and Jackson Crosby and friend Brooklyn Bondy with their medals after completing the 2km run.
Service dog Gilbert is enjoying his walk at the Jingle Bell Run with handler Naomi Farough. They both received medals at the finish line. Deanna Bertrand photos
Wet weather didn’t discourage this group of walk and wheelers. Pictured are Nicole Halpenny, Amelia Halpenny, Kim Obermok and Crystal Fish.
Area Christmas parades set
Christmas parades for all three readership areas are happening this month with the Kingsville Santa Claus Parade up first, on Saturday, November 16 at 5 pm.
The parade will kick off the annual Kingsville Fantasy of Lights after opening ceremonies at Lakeside Park following the parade.
The parade route will begin at the corner of Main Street East and Wigle Avenue and proceed west on Main, south on Division to Lakeside Park.
On Saturday, November 30, the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce will present Christmas Through the Years with a 6 pm start on Georgia Avenue and the parade travelling north on Erie Street to the Leamington Fairgrounds.
Then on Saturday, December 7, the Wheatley Fish Festival Committee presents the annual Wheatley Santa Claus Parade, with the start at 6:30 pm at Wheatley Arena, heading south on Erie Street all the way to Middleton Line.
Salvation Army looking for volunteers, donors
Salvation Army Leamington is looking for a few good people to help with their annual Christmas Kettle Campaign.
The Kettle Campaign is the Salvation Army’s annual fundraiser that features that iconic red kettle placed in 2,000 business locations across Canada.
Funds raised through the Kettle Campaign help provide direct, compassionate hands-on service to 1.9 million vulnerable people each year across the country.
By joining the campaign as a volunteer, you can meet new people, help your community, bring more meaning to
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The Leamington and area campaign is co-ordinated by Veronica Costa, who can be reached at 519-999-2108 or by email at veronica.costa@salvationarmy.ca.
Salvation Army Leamington is also holding their annual Christmas Gift Drive, where members of the community can be Christmas Gift Angels by donating a gift valued at $25 or less for
kids ages 0-17. For more information on donating, you can call 519-326-0319. Drop-off hours are open now until December 5, Monday through Thursday 9 am to 3 pm at their 88 Setterington Street location. Further to that, families wishing to register for Christmas assistance should also reach out to the above number to register no later than November 21.
Santa and Mrs. Claus at last year’s Leamington Christmas parade. SUN file photo
ADM & Friends tree planting event adds to the Chrysler Canada Greenway
By Paul Forman
With more and more people seeing the benefits of a walk amongst nature, ADM Care, the philanthropic branch of ADM Agri-Industries, helped in a small way by providing the funding for more than 300 native Carolinian hardwood trees and shrubs that were planted by 45
volunteers along a oneand-a-half kilometre stretch of the Greenway in Kingsville.
Employees from Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) provided a guiding hand for the volunteers during the three-hour planting blitz that took place on a crisp November 9th morning just east of the Schwab
Farms entrance adjacent to Arner Townline.
“This part of the trail was chosen because it is so open,” said Danielle Stuebing, Director of Communication and Outreach for ERCA.
“This planting will make a difference as it will help to mitigate flooding, as a weapon against climate change, creates a
wildlife corridor and will provide shade along the trail.”
ADM employees were part of the day’s volunteering effort, including ADM Accounts Manager Andrew Kozak.
“We’re proud to have a partnership with ERCA,” he said. “It’s great to see so many people from the community come out to
help and hope to see others join us at events in the future.”
This last large group planting of the year adds to ERCA’s total of more than 100,000 trees and shrubs that have found their way into the soils around the county.
“We are so grateful to ADM Care with all
their help in not only tree planting events, but also with the many watershed cleanups that they have been a part of,” said Stuebing. “We welcome any other businesses to partner with us as we add to the canopy of the Greenway and add habitat for further biodiversity in the area.”
Pictured are the many volunteers that showed up bright and early, eagerly awaiting to plant the hundreds of coniferous and deciduous trees that were on hand. SUN photos by Paul Forman
Ray Schumer was the youngest member of the volunteer crew at the ADM tree planting event. Ray said, “I want to plant eight trees.” He is pictured along with his mom Nicole Stortini as he planted his second tree of the day.
MacMaster-Leahy thrill local audiences
By Mark Ribble
The Bank Theatre was alive with fiddling, dancing and clapping on the weekend as they hosted two capacity-crowd free concerts as part of the Leamington 150 celebration.
Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy brought their award-winning Cape Breton style to The Bank Theatre stage to the delight of the full house attending on Saturday evening and again on Sunday afternoon.
“Happy 150 Leamington!” said MacMaster as the concert got underway Sunday. “We’ve been in Ontario for 22 years now and we love it here.”
The pair were joined on stage by
their guitar player Remi Arsenault and their daughters Mary Frances and Clare — two accomplished performers in their own right.
As promised, the crowd went home with a nice, down-home feeling in a cozy atmosphere, of which MacMaster said it reminded her of the smaller venues they used to play in Cape Breton.
Co-chairs of the Leamington 150 committee — John Moran and Michelle Fortier — were thrilled with the turnout and the level of talent.
“These folks are a joy to work with,” said Moran. “And they put on an exceptional show.”
There was plenty of toe tapping and clapping coming from the cap-
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tivated audience as it was clear that each attendee went away happy.
They were also offered free birthday cake for Leamington’s birthday.
The free concerts for the 150th celebration were the third-to-last of the celebratory shows, with Great Big Sea’s Sean McCann due in town this weekend for two sold-out shows, followed by Jersey Nights (Frankie Valli tribute) and Broadway at The Bank Theatre on the November 2324 weekend.
The free Leamington 150 concerts are part of the 2024 Music on the 42nd Concert Series presented by the Municipality of Leamington, the Leamington 150 Committee and The Bank Theatre.
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The group performs for the audience on The Bank Theatre stage on Sunday, November 10. From left are Remi Arsenault, Donnell Leahy, Natalie MacMaster and Mary Frances Leahy. SUN photos
Mary Frances Leahy jumps in the air during one of her Celtic dance routines as her dad, Donnell Leahy, provides the music.
opinion ~ expression ~ and other musings
With warm temps lingering, the falls of yesteryear are long gone
All the leaves are brown and the sky is grey and now that we’ve set the clocks back, taken our eyes off the election across the border and settled in for a long winter’s nap, we’ll dream a little dream to try to keep those blues away.
It seems like winter — or at least fall — weather is just too stubborn to appear here in the Sun Parlour, probably knowing that we are prepared to kick it to the curb.
School sports are in full
swing and all of the youth hockey you can handle is taking up hours-uponhours at the local rinks. Gone are those 6 am practices for house league hockey, because — apparently — there isn’t much house league hockey anymore.
Hockey numbers are down and that’s a shame because it’s such a great game.
But alas, costs keep going up for ice time, officials and equipment, making hockey a sport
A blast from the past
Eighteen years ago, Essex resident Ed Uebele purchased a beautifully restored 1953 Chevrolet Two-Ten hardtop from Bob Chauvin in Belle River. Bob’s brother Don found the car in Winnipeg and brought it to Ontario in 1999 with a metal engine rebuild tag from Continental Auto Supply Ltd. in Regina and Saskatoon and a 1984 Saskatchewan license plate: MHH-422.
Ed’s car was built in Oshawa on June 23,
1953, one of only 908 hardtops and rare even when new. Aside from seeing a ’54 Chevrolet hardtop at the Dream Cruise in Detroit in 2012, Ed has never seen another one. His dad had owned a ’53 Chev 2-door sedan and Ed rode in it as a boy. Ed purchased his ’53 hardtop with dual exhausts bringing the 235 cubic inch six-cylinder engine up to 125 hp. He added after-market pow-
afforded only by a certain percentage of society.
Unlike soccer and baseball, equipment for hockey is a large cost and not something that everyone can afford.
But, we still look forward to hockey season every year because it signals a change in the seasons. It helps kick off fall and then helps to usher in spring, all the while distracting us from our problems in life.
Oh sure, we’ll get our ‘snow days’ at some point. I think the schools prob-
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er steering and power brakes, an alternator to replace the generator, a 12-volt battery, and 1953 Ontario license plates. The Powerglide transmission is automatic.
Ed hopes to hear from anyone knowing the history of his car. We will spread the word and see what happens.
ably have more fog days than snow days anymore. I can count on one hand the amount of times I’ve had to shovel any great deal of snow over the past several years.
And that’s a good thing, right?
Well, not if you’re concerned about the whole global warming thing, but we’ll take it and live with the lack of shoveling — even those who went out and bought a snowblower a few years ago, only to watch it sit in the garage and collect rust and dust. It used to be, we’d be outside skating on local ponds, marshes and even the lake. Toboggans dotted the hillsides as merry revellers took the slippery slope to the bottom of The Ridge Hill, or even at Seacliff Park.
I know the hill on the ridge is no longer accessible and the hills at Seacliff Park are now marked with signs.
Mark Ribble
Liability, you know. Some numbskull sued someone years ago for injuries sustained while tobogganing and the rest is history.
Probably the same person who had lawn darts banned and hockey and baseball division names changed to numbers.
So as we step into the throes of winter, let’s not forget that the warm sun awaits us on the other side. Soon we’ll be seeing crocuses popping up in the garden and robins running around the back yard — both sure signs of spring. For those who head south for the winter, bon voyage and we will see you when you get home. Those of us who endure the winter through necessity, will hold the fort while you’re away, and as the Friendly Giant always said, “This little chair will be waiting for one of you, and a rocking chair for another who likes to rock, and a big armchair for two more to curl up in when you come again to our castle. I’ll close the big front doors and pull up the drawbridge after you’re gone.”
Jones was a music icon
So sad to hear that music legend Quincy Jones passed away on November 3 in his 91st year. Born on March 14, 1933, Quincy’s incredible musical career spanned over 70 years. During that time, Quincy Delight Jones Jr. was an American record producer, songwriter, composer and arranger.
Going back to when Jones was young, his mother had a schizophrenic breakdown and was sent away to a mental institution. His father divorced her and married Elvera Jones, who already had three children of her own.
Quincy’s father had three more with her and, after the war, the family of eight moved to Seattle. It was here where Quincy started playing a trumpet and writing music together with his classmate Charles Taylor. At the age of 14, they played with a National Reserve band. Jones also introduced himself to 16-year-old Ray Charles after watching him play.
Jones credited Ray Charles as an early inspiration for his own career, noting that Charles overcame his blindness to reach his musical goals. Jones cited his father’s strong work ethic. As his father used to say, “Once a task is just begun, never leave until it’s done.
Be the labour great or small, do it well or not at all.”
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Quincy started his career in the 1950s as a jazz arranger and conductor. By the early 1960s, Jones moved up to working on pop music and film scores. As he worked easily in the different genres, Quincy began producing pop hit records for artists like Lesley Gore (“It’s My Party”) and then, just as easily, switched gears to serve as an arranger and conductor for several songs between jazz artists like Count Basie and Frank Sinatra.
By 1968, Jones became the first African American to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song for “The Eyes of Love” in the film Banning. He was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score for his work on the 1967 film In Cold Blood. This made Quincy the first African American to be nominated twice in the same year. In 1971, Jones became the first African American to be the musical director and conductor of the Academy Awards.
Moving on to his musical career, as a producer Quincy Jones produced three of the most successful albums by pop star Michael Jack-
son. These were “Off the Wall” (1979), “Thriller” (1982) and “Bad” (1987). “Off the Wall” sold over 20 million copies. Three years later, “Thriller” sold 65 million copies, making it the highest-selling album of all time. And in 1987, “Bad” sold some 45 million copies. On top of that, in 1985 Jones also produced and conducted the song “We Are the World.” As a charity song, it raised millions of dollars for victims of famine in Ethiopia. Many of the top artists in the music world joined Quincy Jones on that song. Quincy worked with some of the greatest in the business. However, one of his favourites was Frank Sinatra. He first met with Sinatra in 1958. Since then, he worked on many “Ole’ Blue Eyes” albums. In his summation of working together with Sinatra (on several different records until he passed away in 1998), he said, “Frank Sinatra took me to a whole new planet. He left me his ring. I never take it off. Now, when I go to Sicily, I don’t need a passport. I just flash my ring.”
Happy motoring in a 1953 Two-Ten hardtop.
Wheatley Friendship Club report outlines recent activity
There was a good turnout for Bingo at the Wheatley & District Friendship Club on November 6. Thanks to Dorothy Bailey for the delicious desserts.
The Bingo winners were Jean Church, Marg Franklin, Bonnie Dawson, Dorothy Bailey, Mary Hairsine, Bonnie Hodgson, Donna Corlett, Joyce McLean, Rose Hatt, Earlene Gould, Robert Lapsa and Carol Lotsberg. Thanks to Janet Hewett and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo.
The next Bingo will be on Wednesday, November 20 at 1 p.m. for $2. Dianne Lenarduzzi will provide the refreshments.
Quilt raffle tickets are available from the quilt-
ing ladies. There will be a glass Christmas Tree draw. Tickets are $1 and the draw will take place at the club’s Christmas Dinner on December 11.
Many thanks to everyone who helped out and donated baked goods for the Friendship Club’s Fall Bazaar, and a special thanks to Barb Siddall for
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a great job promoting it. SECC representative Heidi Omstead was on hand to discuss new free services available for seniors. She will be coming back to the club and sponsoring a Bingo.
The winners of the 50/50 draws were Carol Mady and Doreen Armstrong.
Club activities include
Quilting on Monday and Thursday from 9:00-3:00, Euchre on Tuesday from 1:30-4:00 ($2), Pepper on Thursday from 1:30-4:00 ($2). Billiards, Darts, the Exercise Room and Cornhole are also available ($2).
To reach the Friendship Club, email wheatleyfriendship@gmail.com or call 519-825-4870.
Community Calendar
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
TURKEY DINNER - from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Drive-thru, takeout only. $25 per person. Call 519-326-9461.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
SPEQTRA 3rd ANNUAL TRIVIA NIGHT - 6:30 p.m. at the Kingsville Royal Canadian Legion. Teams of 4, $25 per person. Cash awards, door prizes and more. For more info or to register, call 519-3228365 or visit www.speqtra.ca. Proceeds support the therapeutic riding program.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
TWO CREEKS INDOOR CONCERT - at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary at Wheatley United Church, 59 Talbot Rd. West, Wheatley. Concert features Allison Brown and Lonesome Lefty (aka Mike Huston). Admission by donation.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET at 7:00 pm at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Guest speakers: Lee and Maria on the subject of Vegetable Gardening. All welcome to an evening of horticultural fun, fellowship and a chance to win a door prize. For more info: Jo-Anne Smith 519-322-8809.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at St. John The Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington, 10:00 a.m.3:00 p.m. Vendors, door prizes, lunch available for purchase. Proceeds from door prizes go to Community Outreach Program. Everyone welcome.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28
COFFEE HOUSE at 1860 Division Rd. North, Kingsville, presented by Kingsville Community Centre featuring live entertainment, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Free event, family friendly, refreshments available.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
PARVAIM-CENTRAL LODGE AND ERIE CHAPTER OES
ANNUAL TURKEY DINNER at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. 30 Laird, Essex. $25 - Advance tickets only. Call Dale 705-872-8925.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15
LESSONS AND CAROLS at St. John The Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington, 10:30 a.m. Lunch to follow. Everyone welcome.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE at St. John The Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington, 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25
CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE at St. John The Evangelist Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington, 11:00 a.m. Dinner to follow. Everyone welcome.
ONGOING VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED - the United Way’s On Track to Success program is looking for individuals to help tutor high school students in Leamington in English, Math and/or Science. The program is offered at both LDSS & Cardinal Carter. Volunteer shifts available Monday to Thursday from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. If interested, contact Maia Williamson at mwilliamson@weareunited.com
HURON FARMWORKERS MINISTRY takes place Thursday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Workers can access a simple meal, clothing, food items, spiritual care and employment/immigration information. The program is in need of used or new bicycles to assist workers with transportation. Contact Deacon Deborah Wilson-Safa at 519-326-3111.
URSA MAJOR’S LITTLE BEAR CAFE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST every Monday (except holidays), 1860 Division Rd. North, Kingsville. Ursa Major Day Support Program’s community breakfast awaits with free coffee, tea, and simple eats — available while supplies last. Open to the whole community. We welcome everyone to join in the good food and fellowship. For more details, visit www.UMLSC.org or email contact@umlsc.org.
WESTOVER - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Pretreatment or after-care program for substance misuse. Do you, a friend or family member struggle with substance misuse? Come learn
about the solution process. Drop-in group session. No registration required.
SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL - ADULT DAY PROGRAM - Join us at Faith Mennonite for a day service providing social, recreational and personal support to clients and respite. For more information or to register, call SECC at 519-3268629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.
INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.
ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING at 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday at the Leamington Library, 1 John St., Leamington. Visit for free! Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Fall dates are Nov. 20, Dec. 4 & 18. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org.
STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL
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If members have any questions, concerns or suggestions put them in the suggestion box in the
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Fern Coulter
Fern Coulter (nee Fox) passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Born June 15, 1923 to Clifford and Ruth Fox (nee Campbell) of Leamington, Ontario.
Fern was the oldest sister of a family of eight Fox children. She was lovingly referred to by her brothers and sisters as “Sis”. Fern assumed the role of raising her siblings, as her parents worked to provide for the family during the depression and war. This term of endearment continued, as her nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews always referred to her as “Aunt Sis”.
After graduation from High School, Fern worked as a Bell telephone operator until she married Jim Coulter on November 29, 1946. She moved to the Coulter family farm located on the 9th Concession, Wheatley, where Fern lived in the house that she and Jim built until 2015. Jim died in 1976.
Fern is survived by her only daughter, Peggy, of Ayr, Ontario, and Peggy’s two children, her son Nathan (Cindy Delfgauw) and his three sons, Camden, William and Jackson, and her daughter Oedyia (Brendan) Cleary of Erin. Peggy’s youngest son Kirt was deceased in 2006.
As well, Fern is survived by her only son, Robert (Janet Lowes), of Alban, and his three children, Scott, Nicole and Matthew (Nicole Berkien), and Matthew’s two daughters, Olivia and Charlotte.
Gramma Fern was always there for her children and grandchildren, especially during accidents and illnesses. She found a way to make any bad situation so much better.
Fern is survived by her youngest brother, Larry Fox, a long-term resident of Thunder Bay.
Fern worked for the Ministry of Natural Resources, Fisheries Research, for 30 years, retiring in 1988.
Following Fern’s retirement, she really looked forward to Wednesday at the Car Barn for a perch lunch with Donna and Bill Merritt. These faithful friends continued this outing with Fern for years.
After retirement, she was a hostess for a Wheatley bus tour company, she enjoyed exploring in her RV, and she travelled to Scotland as well as making trips to visit her family in Thunder Bay. She volunteered with meat and fruit potpie making at the Wheatley Trinity Church. She enjoyed and helped at the Friendship Club and its events. As well, Fern attended many local horse competitions. The love of horses was instilled in her early, as her father was a Roman trick horse rider, showing his skills at fairs and horse shows. Many good times were spent at her niece, Sandra Diponio’s home in Leamington.
When the children were young, Fern and her sister Jane Wigle had many family get-togethers at their homes. Almost every Saturday or Sunday, the families were either at the Coulter farm or at Pulford Avenue. So much good food, so many laughs, card games that included all, even the children, tobogganing on the barn hill in the winter or up in the barn hay loft, and so many more family traditions were based on love and have formed treasured memories.
Her parents and four of her youngest siblings moved to Thunder Bay in 1949. Knowing that they would not have all the fresh food they had enjoyed in Southern Ontario, Fern canned every fruit or vegetable available to her. Several trips each year to Thunder Bay were done with the family car loaded down, with all of her hard work, prepared for her northern family, in those precious glass preserve jars.
Fern’s last years were spent at the Stirling Heights Long Term Care facility in Cambridge, where excellent care was given as she battled with dementia.
Fern’s wishes have been granted, and she has been laid to rest next to her husband Jim at Erie Cemetery, Wheatley. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).
In remembrance of Fern, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Online condolences may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Health care partners preparing for high seasonal volumes
In anticipation of increased hospital volumes as we head into the winter, local health care partners – Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC), Essex-Windsor EMS (EMS), Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (HDGH) and Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH) – are collaborating on capacity and resource management
and spreading the word about what the community should expect in the season ahead.
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On an annual basis, hospitals anticipate high emergency department visits and admission volumes – often times running over 100% capacity – when viruses spread through the community
every winter.
This year, however, the hospitals are already operating at surge-season levels, running at 120% capacity even before winter begins. As a result, they expect the strain to be even greater in the coming months.
Helen Gillanders
February 7, 1934 – November 8, 2024
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Helen Kay Frances Gillanders (nee House) passed away at Rosewood Erie Glen in Leamington on Friday, November 8, 2024, in her 91st year.
Predeceased in 2004 by husband Jerre and stepson Kenneth Craig in 1991. Cherished mother of Donald Gillanders (Leanna) and stepdaughter Katherine Reid, sister of Ruthanne Walker, Brenda Coombs (Edwin) and David House (Barb). Predeceased by her parents Edward Victor and Mae Latisha House, and her siblings Donald House, Betty VanNorman, Peggy Chapple, Larry House, Edward Victor Jr. House, Robert House and Barbara Johnston. Helen will be missed by her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and her extended family and special friends.
Helen was able to live independently in her home until October 2022 thanks to the kindness and care of her friend Bonnie Bruner. The many dedicated caregivers at Rosewood helped her adjust to community living and made her feel very welcome. She made many new friends while there.
Helen was given extra special care and compassion during her last weeks by the kind and caring team at Rosewood. Thank you to everyone for their kindness.
Cremation has taken place as per Helen’s wishes. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).
Donations in memory of Helen may be made to Erie Shores Hospice or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Reinhold “Ron” Schultz
April 25, 1942 – November 6, 2024
Reinhold “Ron” Schultz, 82 years, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Erie Shores HealthCare.
Cherished son of the late William and Rosa Schultz (nee Fiedler). Loving brother of Irene Arseneau and husband Bob and Art (Sylvia, 2019). Predeceased by his siblings Betty Weil (1977), Carl (2018) and Edward (2003).
Ron will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews and especially his fur buddy Smoky. He will also be missed by his early morning friends with whom he shared many cups of coffee and wild political chat.
Family and friends were invited to a graveside service honouring Ron at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Glenn Sellick officiated.
Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631).
In lieu of flowers, donations directed to Windsor/Essex County Humane Society are great-ly appreciated. Online condolences and cherished memories can be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
To manage this increased demand, local health care partners continue to implement methods to address patient overflow where required, including opening additional beds and redeploying resources where needed to help reduce the burden on patients and the staff who care for them.
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High volumes can lead to longer than expected wait times for both emergency services as well as admissions to hospital, including patients who have completed their acute care stay at WRH or ESHC and require transfer to limited complex medical/rehabilitation beds at HDGH or to a local long-term care facility.
The public has an important role to play in helping reduce hospital and ambulance wait times. For non-emergency situations, the public can phone 811, go to a walk-in clinic or make an appointment with their family doctor.
Essex-Windsor EMS works closely with the Central Ambulance Communications Centre, local
hospitals and other responders to ensure ambulances are available when emergencies happen. When ambulances are tied up with non-emergency calls and hospitals are at capacity, this becomes more challenging, leading to the “Code Blacks” often referred to in media stories. How can you help ensure paramedics will be available to attend to the most seriously ill and injured? Essex-Windsor EMS is encouraging residents to Make The Right Call by following the advice of health-care professionals and taking appropriate actions when they experience health-care crises.
More information on EMS advice can be found here: Make The Right Call - County of Essex. There is also a short EMS video on YouTube (EMS Make The Right Call - YouTube) that may help inform patients about their options in non-emergency situations. Patients and families can also access resources through WRH and ESHC regarding alternatives to an Emergency Room visit when the patient issue is not an emergency. Visit the Windsor Essex Ontario Health Team Guide to the Cough, Cold & Flu Season for links to online medical assistance as well as primary care and clinic options in the region and beyond.
Erich “Skiddle” Tober
With sadness and relief, we announce the passing of Erich “Skiddle” Tober on Friday, November 1, 2024 at the age of 75. He was the first child of Ferdinand (1999) and Agnes (1981) Tober.
Erich is survived by his three children, Cindy (Jeff) Pettipiece, Nicole Regnier Tober and Derek Tober. Big brother to his siblings Manfred (Christine), late Werner (2017), Erica (Terry), Caroline (Ron), Hedy (Terry) and Norman (Sharon). Uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friend and companion of Mikell Kennedy.
Cremation has taken place as per Erich’s wishes. A celebration of Erich’s life will take place at a later date. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to Community Living Windsor or to Erie Shores Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188.
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca
“What a Great Guy!”
LOCAL BUSINESS HAS IMPACT AT GORE HILL
Impact Health and Fitness Centre, in partnership with their community members, is Gore Hill Public School’s most recent Community Partner. Throughout the month of September, Impact members and staff collected food items to help supplement Gore Hill’s Student Nutrition Program. Last week, Impact’s owner, Faith Monaco, and Hope Monaco, Impact’s Social Media Manager and Yoga Instructor, dropped off a variety of food items, gift cards and a huge box of local apples. From left are Grade 5 students Keira Anthony and Adriel Friesen, Michele Legere (representative, Ontario Student Nutrition Program), Grade 4 student Aiden Watson, and Faith Monaco and Hope Monaco from Impact Fitness & Health Centre.
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Two Creeks hosting indoor concert
Allison Brown and Mike Huston, aka Lonesome Lefty, will bring their voices and multi-instrumentalist talents to the Two Creeks Indoors stage in the sanctuary of Wheatley United Church on Talbot West, Wheatley, on Sunday, Novem-
ber 17 at 2 p.m.
Allison brings her tuneful and powerful voice to a huge repertoire of roots and original songs. Mike will dazzle you with his instrumental virtuosity. Admission is by donation.
Students at Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Public School recently held a can drive as they focus on community involvement. There were 475 food and hygiene items collected which will be divided between local charities, The Bridge Youth Resource Centre and The Salvation Army. Pictured, standing, are Amelia L. (left) and Kyra C. (right). Seated are Mackenzie F. (left) and Grace F. (right).
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Jersey Nights and Broadway Hits highlight concerts
The grand finale of Leamington’s 150th anniversary celebrations are two back-to-back free concerts at The Bank Theatre. The event is being hosted by the Municipality of Leamington in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee.
Jersey Nights is A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons on Saturday, November 23 at 7 p.m. Experience the timeless magic of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with Jersey Nights.
This captivating musical tribute brings to life the iconic hits of this legendary group. Starring Paul Saunders, Reese
Brunelle, Joe Docherty and Drew Chester, the show promises powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and a nostalgic journey through classics like “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and “Walk Like a Man.” Don’t miss this unforgettable evening filled with energy and excitement.
Closing Leamington’s 150th celebrations is a captivating afternoon of Broadway at The Bank Theatre on Sunday, November 24 at 2 p.m.
Join known actors from Windsor-Essex as they perform songs from some of the most cherished Broadway musicals. This final concert promises to
be a perfect blend of love, laughter and musical entertainment, offering a fitting conclusion to a year of celebrations. Tickets for both concerts are free, but reservations are required due to limited seating. Attendees may reserve up to two tickets per person. Accessible seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be requested by completing an online form available at leamington.ca/events. Reservations can also be made at leamington.ca/events.
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Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a series of reported break and enters at bunkhouses located at various farms in Leamington.
Officers have responded to five separate incidents since October 11. The investigations have determined that in each occurrence, unknown suspect(s) enter the bunkhouses during daytime hours and remove personal items including personal identification, electronics, clothing and cash.
If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, they are being asked to contact the Leamington OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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A POIGNANT LOOK THROUGH THE LENS AT REMEMBRANCE DAY, 2024
100 year-old veteran John Della Siega is pictured just after releasing the peace bird by the Legion Cenotaph in Kingsville.
Students from Wheatley Area Public School were part of the Remembrance Day program, reciting In Flanders Fields at the Wheatley Cenotaph.
The Leamington Flyers hockey team showed their support by marching in the Leamington Remembrance Day parade.
Valdemar Kochanowski, left, of 21 Windsor Support COY - 31 Service Battalion, lays a wreath under the direction of Parade Marshall Wes Siddall at the Remembrance Day ceremony in Wheatley.
Branch president James Raposo laid the last wreath at the Remembrance Day ceremony in Kingsville.
The Essex and Kent Scottish Pipes and Drums make their way into Dieppe Memorial Park in Leamington.
The Leamington District Secondary School Concert Band performs God Save The King to wrap up the Leamington ceremony, under the watchful eye of band leader Andrew Shaw.
The Kingsville Colour Party leads the parade down Division Street toward the Cenotaph.
The Windsor Regiment Band plays their way along Division Street in Kingsville.
Leamington bugler Glenn Sellick provided the Last Post and Rouse for the service with the Canadian flag providing the backdrop for this photo.
Members of the Essex and Kent Scottish Pipes and Drums stand at attention during the Leamington service.
One of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets standing vigil during the Remembrance Day service in Kingsville.
Photos by Greg Coulter, Deanna Bertrand and Paul Forman
Pastor John Cats, left, led Wheatley’s Remembrance Day Service. He was assisted by Greg Brown, right, who delivered the address, and Pastor David West (not shown). Wheatley Legion Branch 324 President Dick Whittle, left, prepares to lay a wreath, along with Parade Marshall Wes Siddall, at Wheatley’s Cenotaph.
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
WORD SCRAMBLE
Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to decorating.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Think about resting and being a bit introspective, Aries. Focusing on your inner world can help you to recharge your energy levels. Solitude also may provide some clarity.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Personal growth and self-improvement may be on your mind right now, Taurus. Set some new goals that align with your values. You may want to take a class to learn new skills as well.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, focus on long-term financial goals in the days to come. If you don’t have a plan for investing meaningfully, you could sit down with an expert and get some ideas.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Try to engage in some thoughtful conversations with greater frequency, Cancer. Accepting that you can learn from others is a great way to grow personally and professionally.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
You might want to stay closer to home this week, Leo. You’ve been burning the midnight oil quite a bit lately. Family matters need attention right now, so prioritize them.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, romance takes center stage for you, and you may find yourself suggesting new date ideas with your partner. Or this might be an opportunity to find a new romantic interest.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Don’t let work and daily routines catch you off guard, Libra. Try to streamline your tasks and find more efficient ways to handle your responsibilities in the days to come.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, important negotiations or projects will certainly put your communication skills to the test. Keep an eye on the details and stick to the facts to avoid any misunderstandings.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, if you have been having any difficulties, voice your concerns to those who are willing to lend an ear. Keeping it all bottled up inside is not a healthy path forward.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Showcase your talents and ideas at work this week, Capricorn. Others can benefit from your experience and it may inspire changes or discussions that prove fruitful.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, stick to your personal values and don’t make concessions, whether with friends or in the workplace. It’s important to have conviction in what you do.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Use any momentum you have for tackling new projects, Pisces. There’s much to do between now and the new year and you will have to get busy sooner than you may have thought.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
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NOVEMBER 13 - Jimmy Kimmel, TV Host (57)
NOVEMBER 14 - King Charles III, Monarch (76)
NOVEMBER 15 - Paulo Dybala, Athlete (31)
NOVEMBER 16 - Lisa Bonet, Actress (57)
A PIE IN THE FACE AT MOUNT CARMEL BLYTHESWOOD
Students at Mount-Carmel-Blytheswood Public School recently held a Toonies For Terry campaign to raise money for the Terry Fox Foundation. The school raised $1,125, meeting their incentive goal for five teachers to get a pie in the face at the October assembly. Pictured, student Lindsay S. has the honour of shoving a pie in the face of her teacher, Mrs. Breault. Photo and names submitted
Ledbetter Trio coming November 29
The Bank Theatre in Leamington will host an intimate night with contemporary jazz sensations the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio later this month.
If the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio were an inanimate object it would be a runaway train. Jeremy Ledbetter has been creating genre-bending original music since forming the Caribbean Latin jazz outfit CaneFire in 2004.
Forged in a cauldron of raging, inspiring contemporary jazz, the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio pushes the boundaries of jazz and world music, providing an undiluted display of rampaging energy and captivating musicianship.
Jeremy will be joined by Grammy-winning drummer Larnell Lewis of Snarky Puppy and renowned electric
bassist Rich Brown, who offer the perfect counterpart to Ledbetter’s iconoclastic energy at the piano.
The show takes place Friday, November 29. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office, 10 Erie St. South, Leamington, Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., online at banktheatre. com/project/jeremy-ledbetter-trio/ and at the door if not sold out.
Reminder: The Bank Theatre accepts warming goods (hats, mitts, scarves), food, sanitary products, baby donations and toys for tots at any of their shows and will also be collecting the night of the Leamington Parade on November 30.
Leamington 150 celebrations given special designation
The Leamington 150th Anniversary Dream Cruise and Multicultural Day celebrations were recently selected for the My Main Street Community Activator initiative.
On June 29 and 30, the Municipality of Leamington held a series of special events to celebrate the municipality’s 150th Anniversary.
The Leamington 150 Dream Cruise featured a procession of classic cars down Leamington’s main street, culminating in a car show and musical performances in Leamington’s uptown district.
The celebration continued the next day with a Multicultural Day highlighting Leamington’s diverse cultural heritage, featuring performances from various
musical acts.
The celebration events engaged residents and attracted visitors to Leamington’s uptown core. Several uptown streets were closed to create vibrant pedestrian spaces, encourage visitation to local businesses, and foster a sense of community.
Support from My Main Street helped the Municipality of Leamington and the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee to facilitate these events, further revitalizing Leamington’s uptown core and demonstrating the community’s ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
My Main Street is delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute and sup-
ported by a Government of Canada investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
“The support from My Main Street allowed us to host Leamington 150th Anniversary celebrations that brought our community together and highlighted the vibrancy of our uptown core,” said Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “The Leamington 150 Dream Cruise and Multicultural Day events showcased Leamington’s rich cultural heritage and strengthened the connection between our residents and local businesses. This support was instrumental in making our vision for these celebrations a reality.”
Photo of “Uncle” Bert Coghill in military uniform. Date unknown.
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Leamington Flyers’ long history
By C. Scott Holland
With the Leamington Flyers proving they can compete in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, it is hard to imagine that the roots of Leamington Flyers hockey stretch back to over 70 years ago.
The club’s beginnings date back to the late 1940s when several pick-up teams played on frozen ponds, rivers and Lake Erie.
In 1950, Bill Burgess formed a team that was entered in Ontario Rural Hockey play. They were known as the Myles Meteors, as Murray Myles a local car dealer was the sponsor. After two seasons, Myles’ sponsorship was withdrawn and Burgess forged ahead to enter a league that featured teams comprised of members of various Essex County and Detroit businesses.
After spending four seasons of playing home games in Windsor, Blenheim and Chatham, the Flyers finally had their own home arena. They were entered in the SWOHA.
After struggling in the 1957-58 season, the club entered the Border Cities Jr. B loop. In a December 18, 1959 contest at Riverside, Flyer right winger Terry Jackson made history when he scored two goals, added three assists and played shutout hockey in goal for 11 minutes after starter Doug Vickery was cut and needed stiches.
Jackson recently shared that story and added, “And I was a lefthander using right-handed goalie equipment!”
For the 1964-65 campaign, the Flyers dropped to play in the OMHA Juvenile division. They would play at this level for another two season and reach the finals in every season, but only won the All-Ontario title in 1965-66 — it was the team’s first provincial title.
For the 1967-68 season, the team entered the Southwestern Jr. B league but finished last.
In 1968-69, the Flyers entered the Border Cities Jr. C league – the forerunner of the Great Lakes Jr. C (formed in 1970). They would remain a Jr. C member until the end of the 1991-92 season.
The Flyers’ success was evident from their initial season and in 1971-72, they captured the All-Ontario Jr. C crown under the tutelage of coach Jim Butcher.
The club would become very successful in 1979-80 when coach Reg Mulholland took the team on an unbeaten streak in playoffs and to add Leamington’s second All-Ontario banner.
The club also hosted an annual CanAm tourney at Christmastime that featured teams coming from all over North America to compete.
By 1991-92, the club’s executive decided to enter the Jr. B category again. This time they proved that their decision was correct, as during their existence (199192 to 2022-23) they were a perennial playoff force and only missed the playoffs in the 2009-10 season.
The Flyers capped 30 years of Jr. B play in 2022-23 by winning the West Conference and capturing the coveted Sutherland Cup by beating Stratford four games to three.
If that wasn’t enough of an accomplishment, the club’s owners joined the Ontario Junior Hockey League in 2022-23. Reception to the move has been outstanding as fans have embraced the new higher level of play with the action mainly on the Flyers’ traditional Thursday night.
Getting to the West Finals in their first season was a surprise, but one that has only increased in the current season as they are ranked third overall in Canada and are first in the OJHL’s West Conference.
The club continues to draw large crowds upwards of 800 for most contests and its immense fan support plus its many volunteers are a vital part of the operation.
boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.
Clippings from the Wheatley Journal
Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives
Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection
November 1994 - The Branch 324 Legion Remembrance Day Service is always impressive and always draws support from the community to remember fallen heroes and the sacrifices veterans made for their country. The Colour Party and pipers are shown leading the traditional parade through the main intersection to the Cenotaph.
The 1980 annual Remembrance Day services had a very large turnout at the War Memorial which until the mid-1980s was situated on a triangular piece of land in front of the First Baptist Church.
1971-72. Front row, left to right: Ted Hanningan, Jim Butcher, Doug Lamb, Bill Derbyshire, Chuck Turner, John Moore, Gary Hillier, Kris Manery, Jim Bradley, Ken Playford. Middle row: Pat Ribble, Rod Bowman, Ken Cobby, Rob Johnston, Jeff Omstead, Terry Wiper, Brian Plumb, Stan Couture, Art Hickson, Rick Stickney, Dave Omstead, Steve Oulahen. Back row: Art Zarn, Ken Pearce, Dr. McGee, Bob Derbyshire, Gord McDonald, Doug Wilson, Bill Ardiel, John Murphy, Greg Coulter.
Bill Burgess was the first Flyers’ owner, manager and coach.
November 13, 2024
Flyers win two, tie one over busy weekend
By C. Scott Holland
By the standards of most Leamington Flyers home games this season, last Thursday night’s 5-2 win over the visiting Burlington Cougars wasn’t a typical one.
For the majority of the contest the home team played solid defensively and made the most of their scoring chances. But in the second half of a home-and-home in Burlington on Friday night, it was a different story as the two teams played to a 3-3 draw. The Flyers completed the three-game weekend by nipping the King Rebellion 1-0.
Much of the team’s success has centered around the play of OJHL scoring leader Colton Smith whose hattrick Thursday put his season goals total at 27. Smith finished the night with four points.
Smith wasn’t the only key ingredient that led to Thursday’s victory.
Starting goalie Marcus Vandenberg stopped 40 of 42 Cougars attempts en route to his ninth victory of the campaign. Leamington led 2-1 and 3-1 before slotting two in the third to build a 5-1 lead.
Head coach Dale Mitchell wasn’t thrilled about the way his team had performed despite getting the win and two points.
“I didn’t love our game last (Thursday) night,” Mitchell said. “I thought we came out flat and let Burlington take the game to us. We were able to capitalize on our chances but we need to be better than we were. We found a way to win the game and it was only because Marcus Vandenberg shut the door to allow us the win.” Burlington outworked the Flyers in offensive chances however it was the Flyers defensive crew combined and Vandenberg who kept the slate as clean as possible.
After a brief interval in the opening minutes where the play was dictated by the Cougars, the Flyers got going just after the midway point when Griffin Grundner and Ashton Darocy found Colton Smith, who cranked a left wing shot that hit the top corner for a 1-0 lead at 13:00.
Two minutes later the Cougars knotted the game and the battle between the two clubs escalated.
On a late powerplay, Anthony Ciaramitaro and Gavin Grundner laid the groundwork for Smith’s second tally which was lofted into the net from the left point.
While the score didn’t change for the opening minutes of the middle stanza, it was like the Flyers and Vandenberg were under siege by the Cougars’ offense. What may have been a key play of the game occurred at 5:27 when Mason Landry’s pass from behind the Cougars’
net hit Griffin Grundner, who was anchored in the slot, and Grundner wasted no time drilling it past Burlington starter Leland Gill for a 3-1 edge.
During the remainder of the frame, the tempers of both teams heated up and continued to boil until the final buzzer.
Leamington increased their lead to 4-1 during a fiveon-three powerplay opportunity at 11:24. Smith and Brody Cook found Daniel Vasic, who gunned the puck into the twine. At 15:10, while on another extra-man advantage, Gavin Grundner slotted Smith the puck and Smith unleashed a left point screen shot which eluded everybody and made it a 5-1 game.
A right wing shot by Burlington in the last minute of play handcuffed Vandenberg to complete the scoring at 5-2.
On Friday night in Burlington, the Flyers rallied to gain a 3-3 tie after Burlington led 1-0 for the first 40 minutes and then had upped it to 3-1.
The Flyers tabbed two third-period markers for the tie and played through two five-minute overtime periods without scoring. Gavin Grundner got Leamington on the board in the third before Michael Denney and Daniel Vasic created the deadlock. Vasic’s tally came at 15:34 on a powerplay. Goalie Tre Altiman stopped 29 shots.
On Sunday, the Flyers played their final regular sea-
son game against the pesky ninth-place King Rebellion. It was a scoreless first two frames. The Flyers’ went ahead at 8:51 of the third when Anthony Ciaramitaro crushed a powerplay goal past King goalie Carter Bickle. That goal was all Leamington needed for a 1-0 victory. Marcus Vandenberg stopped 36 shots for his third shutout of the season and a league-leading goals against average of 1.34.
This week the Flyers have two home games. On Thursday, November 14 they host the Stouffville Spirit at 7:10 pm and on Sunday, November 17 they face the Caledon Admirals at 6:10 pm.
Ontario Junior Hockey League West Conference Standings
Flyer Michael Denney (22) has just snapped a wrist shot that Burlington goalie Leland Gill
snared while Daniel Vasic (19) screens him and Gavin Grundner (40) trails during last Thursday night’s game here.
crowd
watched as the Flyers battled hard to take a 5-2 decision. Scott Holland photo
Sharks win one, lose two in last week’s action
By Greg Coulter
The Wheatley Omstead Sharks came out on the wrong end of a goaltenders dual Sunday night, Nov. 10, in Amherstburg, dropping a 1-0 decision. Playing their third game in five nights, the Sharks rallied from a sluggish start to dominate a third period but couldn’t help out netminder Jaxon Drysdale who handled 28 of 29 shots. Sharks’ 31 shots couldn’t dent the
twine.
Friday, Nov. 8 in Lakeshore, the Sharks held a narrow 2-1 lead at the midway point on tallies by Stefan Jacobs and Owen Papukas. The home team countered late in the frame resulting in a 2-2 tie after two.
Lakeshore struck a devastating blow six seconds into the third from which the Sharks couldn’t recover. Minutes later they fell behind 4-2 and a late emp-
ty net goal cemented a 5-2 loss. Ethan Davis faced 39 shots, in a superb effort.
Wednesday, Nov. 6 at home versus Mooretown, a third-place showdown saw a cautious start to the match. Play opened up in the second with the Sharks jumping to a 2-0 lead on a fine end-to-end rush by Braeden Armstrong and a goalmouth tip-in by Kyle Bleau.
Mooretown responded late in the second and ear-
ly in the third to knot the score. Josh Chauvin, midway through the third, put the Sharks on top for good and Stefan Jacobs sent the hometown fans away happy with an empty netter to seal a 4-2 win. Jaxon Drysdale gained the win as the Sharks held a 39-26 advantage.
“It was a good team effort,” said Coach Josh Carnevale. “Friday the third-period quick start deflated us and we never
recovered. Sunday, the flat start was followed up by us getting better but we couldn’t capitalize on our chances.”
The Sharks look to turn the tables on Amherstburg at home tonight (Wednesday) and visit Blenheim Saturday night, Nov. 16.
Leamington-Mersea GOODFELLOWS
Holiday Food Basket Applications
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111 Erie St. N., Leamington Hours beginning: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Every Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 - 4:00 PM Applications will NOT be accepted after November 29, 2024
Physically disabled ONLY phone 519-818-4003
Those applying will be asked for two pieces of identification and also asked for a voluntary statement of monthly income and expenses.
Monetary Donations may be placed in the box at the Leamington Post Office, or mail to: Leamington Goodfellows Box 242 Leamington N8H 3W2. Official tax receipts will be issued.
Donations of can goods may be dropped off in the bushel baskets at the Leamington Municipal building or Nature Fresh Recreation Centre.
Kingsville
Kingsville Friendly Club president Bob Bell welcomed 31 members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on November 5.
Scores in Bridge: Roy Trowell 5830, Mac Stanley 5010, Kim Hamm 3900. Euchre: Debbie Everaert 83, Willy Fittler and Bill Fielding 80, John Bigley and Liz Taillier 79. Most lone hands: John Gerhardt and Lila Withers with 4 each. Cribbage: Sue Girardin 596, Bob Bell 558, Marie Geeves 503.
Door prize winners were Kathleen Wigfield, Robert Boose and Marie Geeves. There were 45 members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Friday.
Scores in Bridge: Helen Todman 3360, Roy Trowell 3150, Bob Bell 3100. Euchre: John Gerhardt 101, Kathleen Wigfield, Dave Patterson and Dave Malley 88, Rick Wynants 86. Most lone hands: John Gerhardt with 10. Pepper: Winnie Moore 315, Rhoda Earl 305, Gordon Earl 302. Most peppers: Rhoda Earl and Bill Fielding with 9. Door prize winners were Liz Taillieu, Joe Sabelli and Maggie Hansen.
Sharks forward Kyle Bleau unleashes a shot on Mooretown goalie John Chartrand at last Wednesday’s game. Greg Coulter photo
LDSS wraps sports seasons, prepares for new ones
By Emery Stapleton
Last week marked the end of multiple sports seasons at Leamington District Secondary School and the start of several new ones.
The senior boys volleyball team ended their season in the WECCSSA semi-finals against an undefeated Essex High School.
The boys were competitive throughout, putting up a good fight, but ultimately came out on the losing side of a 3-1 match.
The team’s head coach, Mr. Youssef, commented, “Obviously, it was a very successful season because we made the semi-finals. We overachieved as we did not expect to get this far. It was a rebuilding season; we had many new players as well as returning players playing different positions. For example, our setter was new to the position, and we had to train new middles. The guys worked really hard, and we had a lot of fun. As a team building experience, we went golfing which was awesome to watch some of the guys that had never golfed before. I am really proud of this team.”
Good luck to graduating players Abdul Adam Yahya, Zakary Augustine, Landon Fortin, Cole Martineau, Nick Mastromatteo, Grant Mills and BJ Williams.
The junior boys volleyball team also ended their season last week, dropping a WECCSSA semi-final 3-1 against Riverside. The squad improved greatly this season, much to the chagrin of their competition next year.
Head Coach
Mr. Braun was proud of the team’s effort throughout the season.
Two LDSS cross-country runners, sisters Ellie and Morgan Reiter, competed at the OFSAA Championships on Monday, November 4 in Ottawa. Despite inclement weather conditions, both girls ran great races.
In the novice girls division, Morgan finished 28th, while Ellie finished 49th in the junior girls division. Congratulations to both athletes.
Golden Years mini golf report
There were 49 golfers who played 36 holes of mini golf at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Thursday, November 7. They recorded 60 holes in one.
Leading the way with 4 aces were Laurie Hylton and Randy Nash, followed with 3 were Nancy Springthorpe, Carolyn Dufour, Bill Edwards, Andre Lalonde, Jim James and Keith Hopper. Scoring 2 were Bill Ward, Nick Penzari, Julia Kos, David Tonks, Karen Doucet, Moe Sweet, Tony Hudvagner, Patty Hopper, Bryon Walker and Steve Acott. Sinking one ace each were Lloyd Simmons, Zena Raymond, Gail Turk, Walter Balsam, Linda Lavender, Mike Mous-
Tryouts have now begun for the girls volleyball teams and boys basketball teams. Good luck to all of the players vying for the opportunity to compete for the Lions.
seau, Bill Mayville, Barb Haas, Kathy Bechard, Ron Fick, Theresa Decaluwe, Armand Decaluwe, Bill Taylor, Erle Nash, Lois Hudvagner, Larry Hillman and Barb Fick.
Top score over 18 holes was Moe Sweet with an awesome 34, followed by Randy Nash with 35, Bill Ward and Laurie Hylton 36, Bill Ward, Julia Kos and Lloyd Symons 37, Bill Edwards, Bill Mayville, Keith Hopper, Jim James 38, and Keith Hopper, Nick Penzari, Laurie Hylton,
Bob Springthorpe, Ron Fick, Theresa Decaluwe, Armand Decaluwe, David Tonks and Walter Balsam (2) 39.
Leading the way over 36 holes was Bill Ward with 73, followed by Laurie Hylton and Randy Nash with 75, Keith Hopper 77, Walter Balsam 78 and Nick Penzari 79.
First place went to Team 1 (Bill Ward, Nick Penzari, Lloyd Symons) with 232. In second place was Team 3 (Laurie Hylton, Julia Kos, Walter Balsam) with 233. In third was Team 10 (Ray Foster, Kathy Klym, Betty McManus) with 248.
Fun, laughs and golf will continue on Thursday, November 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Handel’s Messiah
December 5•7:30pm•Assumption Church (2735 University Ave. W., Windsor)
December 6•7:30pm•Leamington United Church (9 John St., Leamington)
December 7•7:30pm•St. Matthew’s Anglican Church (1600 Norfolk St. Windsor)
December 8•7:30pm•St. Anne’s Parish (12233 Tecumseh Rd. E., Tecumseh)
Holiday Pops
December 21 • 7:30pm
December 22• 2:30pm & 7:30pm The Capitol Theatre (121 University Ave. W., Windsor)
The Music of ABBA
January 10 • 7:30pm
The Chrysler Theatre (201 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor)
Legend of Orpheus
January 24 • 7:30pm
January 26 • 2:30pm
The Capitol Theatre (121 University Ave. W., Windsor)
TICKETS $15-$69
*Student & Youth always $15
*Senior discounts available
*Special rates for groups of 8+
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