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By Deanna Bertrand KINGSVILLE — Hogs For Hospice is back — or more specifically — Back In the Saddle for 2022. They officially kicked things off this past weekend with the annual Blessing of the Bikes. Concerts and events coordinator Joe Oswald estimated between 400 and 500 motorcycles and their riders were in attendance for the event held at Kingsville First Lutheran Church Sunday, May 1. Due to pandemic restrictions, last year’s blessing saw bikers ride through, with a rolling stop by a tent where Pastor Dusan Tillinger gave the blessing, but this year it was full throttle for event planners. Bikes were parked and riders were able to greet each other and enjoy free

food, music and fellowship. “Today is really about the safety of the riders,” said Oswald, “to have a safe riding season.” He also thanked the church and its members for their continued support for the past five years. Riders observed a moment of silence for those lives lost before Pastor Tillinger led in prayer, asking for a blessing of the riders this season. The H4H three-day motorcycle rally runs July 29, 30 and 31 at Leamington’s Seacliff Park. It serves as a fundraiser for Erie Shores Hospice and has raised over $1 million in the past four years. H4H recently announced its concert lineup. Headliners are rock band The Cult on Friday night and country music’s Brett Young on Saturday night.

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — The new LTGO on-demand transit system is up and running in Leamington. At 6 am on Monday, May 2, the first riders boarded one of two brand new buses delivered recently and put in service by the municipality. The 35-foot buses feature free wi-fi and USB charging ports at every seat. The previous Leamington Transit system, which was a fixed-route system, had 64 designated bus stops throughout town, but the new on-demand LTGO system will feature 117 bus stops throughout the municipality — stretching from the waterfront in the south to Peavey Mart in the east, to Wilkinson Drive in the north and Fraser Road in the west. Users will be able to book a pick-up spot and time on the free app called Blaise and then make their way to their designated bus stop. The algorithms within the system will then get the rider to their destination in the quickest possible way. Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald — along with a few members of administration and local resident Charlotte SexSmith — took a ride on the bus on Friday, April 29. Many questions were asked and then answered by Leamington’s Engineering Project Manager Andy Dowling, who was aboard to acquaint the riders with the new bus and system. It’s been a long time coming, according to Dowling. “We’ve been working on this for just over two years,” he said. “We’re ready to roll.” Dowling says that one great thing about the 117 stops is that people won’t have to walk far to get to them. “It’ll be a two-and-a-half to four-minute walk for most folks to find a bus stop,” he said. “We’ve put up new bus stops in every neighbourhood. Dowling says they have future plans to add a third bus, which will then open up the possibilities of expanding the service area to outlying rural areas like Point Pelee National Park and Colasanti’s. “This will be great for summer events,” he said. “Imagine getting on the bus uptown and riding to Seacliff Park to see a concert.” That’s where Charlotte SexSmith believes the new system will shine. “With parking limited at Seacliff, this will be the way to go,” she said. SexSmith was among a handful of people on the bus for its trial run around Leamington on Friday, which made its way past the marina area and then back up to the Nature Fresh Farms Complex.

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One of two new buses that hit the streets of Leamington on Monday, May 2. SUN photo

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Mayor MacDonald was happy with the comfort and ride on the bus. “This is really nice,” she said. “I think I’m going to use this quite often.” The municipality would really like to see new riders take the new system to make their way throughout town, citing the price of gas and hassles with parking as good reasons to board the bus. On-demand transit differs from conventional transit in that there is no fixed route or schedule and buses are dis-

patched on a per-request basis. This offers more flexibility for riders. For riders without a smartphone or computer to book their rides on, a phone booking system is available by calling 519-325-5960. The buses run from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm Monday to Saturday. You can be picked up and dropped off anytime within that time frame. Hours will be expanded to include Sundays and holidays from Victoria Day through Labour Day weekend. The buses will also provide a connection between LTGO and the LTW (Leamington to Windsor) Transit Route. Riders can also request a ‘reduced mobility’ option on the app and take advantage of one of the bus’s wheelchair accessible seats. The buses feature 36 seats — with two wheelchair accessible seats included — and will hold up to 72 passengers including standing room. Fares are $3 for adults, $2.50 for seniors (60+) and students, while children under 12 with an adult ride for free. A 30-day pass option is also available. The web app to book online is ride.blaisetransit.com and you can also download the Blaise app on Google Play and the Apple App Store to create your account. The cost of the two new dieLeamington’s Engineering Project Manager Andy sel-powered buses — totalling Dowling, left, shows resident Charlotte SexSmith how to use the Blaise app to book a ride on the over $900,000 — has been offset by government funding. new on-demand transit system, LTGO. SUN photo

Kingsville considers rainbow crosswalk KINGSVILLE — Local resident Brianne Taggart brought forward a request at the Monday, April 25 council meeting for a rainbow crosswalk to be installed in Kingsville. Council had a brief discussion about possible costs and colours and deferred it to the Committee of the Whole. Intended to demonstrate the town’s commitment to inclusivity for all residents, there are also similar crosswalks

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Sing a song about your mother So I started out trying to write one of my hidden song title columns using songs about mothers and midway through the first paragraph I thought, why not just talk about songs about dear old mom. I’ll say from the outset that my own mother had some favourites that really had nothing to do with moms or mothers, but it was her love of music that set the foundation for the music that I enjoy today. She was a fan of the usual suspects in Engelbert Humperdinck, Tom Jones, Kenny Rogers and Mac Davis. She went off course for awhile during the disco era as she embraced the Village People for a short time. Somehow I don’t recall a song about mom by the Village People, but it turns out that just about every artist sang about their moms at some point in their career. We’ll take it way back to the King of Rock and Roll — one Elvis Presley — with his ode to mother Gladys on his debut single, That’s All Right (Mama). He followed that up a few years later with Mama Liked the Roses, which was on the B side of the Wonder of You. Elvis was definitely feeling sentimental with those two songs.

The year I was born - 1961 - the Shirelles released Mama Said (there’d be days like this). The sixties definitely produced some great mother songs and also a couple of groups in The Mamas and the Papas, as well as Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention. The Rolling Stones released Mother’s Little Helper in 1966 and the Beatles followed that with the quintessential ‘mom’ song, Lady Madonna in 1968. Good old Dr. Hook released two songs in honour of their mothers in 1972 with Cover of the Rolling Stone and Sylvia’s Mother. The seventies seemed to be the decade of mom as The Who came out with (Mama’s Got a) Squeezebox and Three Dog Night had a minor hit with Mama Told Me Not To Come. The Mamas and the Papas had a unique song mentioning mama in Creeque Alley where “no one was getting’ fat except for Mama Cass.” The song above — like many — indirectly mentioned mom or mama. Mama Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys scored big for Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings as numerous country songs paid tribute to

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each family’s matriarch. Garth Brooks’ recent hit called Mom was a tearjerker and so was The Christmas Shoes that came out in 2000 by an obscure artist called New Song. Reba McEntire had a hit with Fancy, about a mother sending her daughter out to earn money the very old-fashioned way. Blake Shelton’s The Baby was also an ode to mothers. And who can forget Merle Haggard’s Mama Tried? Swedish super group Abba even got into the mother act with Mama Mia in 1976 and then hit again with Does Your Mother Know in 1979. There are three out-of-the box ‘mom’ songs that come to mind, where the song’s character was running from the law and missing their mothers. Break It To Them Gently by Burton Cummings, Renegade by Styx, and Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody were all great songs that stick with me to this day. Mama I’m Comin’ Home even touched a nice tone when it hit for Ozzy Osbourne in 1991. Even the guy that bites the head off bats on stage had a spot in his heart for his mama. On the other end of the spectrum — as far away from Ozzy as you can get

Mark Ribble — The Spice Girls also had a hit song called Mama, while Bob Seger’s song Momma also got some air play. Bruce Springsteen’s The Wish also played tribute to his mother, while John Lennon paid tribute to his mom in the Beatles album cut, Julia. McCartney did the same in Let it Be with the lyric, “Mother Mary comes to me.” The top song-writing duo of all time both lost their mothers when they were teenagers. For me, I’m neither a published songwriter or an award winning musician, but my late mother’s musical influence keeps me going on those days when I miss her presence in my life, especially on Mother’s Day. On Sunday, I’ll pause to reflect on those 20 years since her passing and maybe listen to a Tom Jones song or two in her honour. No Village People, though. A son has to draw the line somewhere.

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hose while Dad was holding me up. You can see a sticker in the lower corner of the windshield. With the war causing a shortage of metal, that was our car license for 1944. We had that car for ten years and it was the first car taking us to school on days that it rained (when weather was fine, John and I walked to school). For several summers, we drove our ’40 Mercury up to Lake Nipissing where we rented a cottage right on the lake from a farmer for $15 a week. I

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ities such as neighbours By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Af- like Kingsville, Essex, ter a lengthy presenta- Amherstburg and others tion and discussion at last like Woodstock and Orweek’s council meeting, angeville. This leaves LeamingLeamington Council voted to accept a recommen- ton about five-to-eight dation that brings market percent lower on average equity to the salaries of and leaves the municithe municipal employees. pality vulnerable to emConsultant Marianne ployees leaving for high Love, brought onboard paying jobs in other comto conduct a salary re- munities. Love recommends that view of the Leamington’s municipal employees, Leamington’s pay target recommended a new sal- be more in the 65 percenary grid framework that tile, which would mean would bring Leaming- a substantial increase in salary for ton employees up to levels of other Our municipality some employees. comparable mumust be an In total, nicipalities. employer the recomAccording to mendathe consultant, the of choice.” municipality last — Trevor Jones tion will cost about did a compensa$815,000 to tion review in 2012 and then updated that cover full-time employees and an additional program in 2017. Love was retained last $45,000 for part-time and year to review the current student employees. She also recommended compensation program. She compared job rates that Leamington underbased on the current take the practice of salacompetitive pay market, ry reviews every three to taking into consideration four years. The recommendation four things: internal equity, pay equity, market would require Leamingequity and sustainability. ton to bring employees to She said that Leam- their proper level based ington sits at about the on the job and recogniz50 percentile when coming their time in that popared to other municipal- sition as well.

Councillor John Hammond expressed concern about someone perhaps getting a massive increase in pay and suggested a more stepped approach. “I understand the importance of having good employees and being able to retain them, but $815,000 is a very big jump,” he said. “Can we look at going from 50-66 percentile the first year, then from 56-62 in year two and 62-68 in year three?” “This allows time to get back to normal operations,” Hammond added. “We know that represents a three per cent tax increase.” Councillor Trevor Jones spoke in favour of the recommendation from the consultant, saying that Leamington has to operate as a “big little city.” “I believe our municipality must be an employer of choice,” he said. “We have to serve the greater good.” While Councillor Tim Wilkinson agreed it was not an easy subject to approach, he said that the town is in a unique time where the power is with the employee. “I’ve seen so much turnover,” he said. “It

wasn’t that way when I started eight years ago.” Wilkinson said he felt the municipality needed top talent in the positions and there is a cost to losing that talent. “I’m not excited about it but I think it’s necessary,” he said. Councillor Paul Tiessen agreed with Wilkinson, saying any corporation’s most important assets are its employees. “We need to pay at least what our competitors are paying,” he said. Mayor Hilda MacDonald had reached out to many of her mayor colleagues and discussed the issue and was quick to point out that council needs to apply current thinking. “We have to be current in our thinking,” she said. “We’re doing things en-

tirely different than five, ten, twenty years ago.” “We have to make decisions that are painful, but that are best for our municipality,” she said. Councillor Hammond spoke up prior to the vote

to say that he would also support the recommendation. The vote unanimously approved the recommendation for the increases, effective January 1, 2022.

Excavation crew finds human remains in Kingsville KINGSVILLE – On April 26 at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a location in the Town of Kingsville for the report of human remains found by an excavation crew working in the area. After thorough examination by a Forensic Anthropologist, it has been determined that the located human remains will not be part of a criminal investigation and have been determined to be historic in nature. The remains have been reported to the Registrar Funeral Burial and Cremation Services of the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services, and will not involve any further police investigation.

Canadian Navigable Waters Act Kingsville Non-Profit Port Management Corporation hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans. Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, Kingsville Non-Profit Port Management Corporation has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the on-line Common Project Search Registry (http://cps.canada.ca/), under the NPP File Number 2015400162, a description of the following work, its site and plans: Kingsville Non-Profit Port Management Corporation anticipates that dredging for navigation improvement purposes at Kingsville Harbour will commence as early as July 2022. The clean dredged sand will be deposited in Lake Erie east of the harbour as shoreline nourishment material at approximately 42° 1 ‘ 22.65” N x 82° 43’ 46.7” W in front of Lot 2, Concession 1, Town of Kingsville, County of Essex, Province of Ontario. Comments regarding the effect of this work on marine navigation can be sent through the Common Project Search site mentioned above under the Comment section (search by the above referenced number) or if you do not have access to the internet, by sending your comments directly to: Navigation Protection Program – Transport Canada 100 S Front St, 1st Floor Sarnia ON N7T 2M4 Transport Canada (TC) will not make your comments on a project available to the public on the online public registry. However, any information related to a work is considered as unclassified public record and could be accessible upon legal request. As such, the information and records provided should not contain confidential or sensitive information. If you want to provide confidential or sensitive information that you think should not be made public, please contact TC before submitting it. However, comments will be considered only if they are in writing (electronic means preferable) and are received not later than 30 days after the publication of the last notice. Although all comments conforming to the above will be considered, no individual response will be sent.

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KINGSVILLE - On the April 23-24 weekend, Erie Shores South Catholic Family of Parishes hosted a “Spring into Prayer” event at St. John de Brebeuf Church. Families acknowledged the importance of prayer by participating in a variety of games and activities that focused on the importance of prayer. The event also celebrated Divine Mercy Sunday. Above, Cora Azzopardi (left) and Corbin Azzopardi display their prayer booklets that they created. Photo submitted

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Out-of-the-box thinking brings symphony to fabrication plant By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — The familiar sounds of John Williams music were emanating from the Uni-Fab fabrication plant on Highway 77 on the evening of Friday, April 29 and patrons came away with a very unique, enjoyable experience. Just shy of 300 people purchased tickets to listen to the full Windsor Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Robert Franz. The vast space inside the fabrication plant provided ideal acoustics for the symphony to perform the larger-than-life mu-

MAESTRO ROBERT FRANZ

In Loving Memory of

Don

Toomer Always on our minds Forever in our hearts

sical scores of Williams, who is known for such movie scores as Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars, Superman and Harry Potter. The idea was spawned recently when Maestro Franz spoke to Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald and CAO Peter Neufeld about finding a unique venue for a full-orchestra concert. The symphony’s most recent concerts in Leamington have only included a portion of the orchestra due to space limitations. “He encouraged us to think outside of the box,” said Mayor MacDonald. “I turned to Peter and said, let’s talk to Abe.” Abe is Abe Fehr, President and owner of UniFab, known for his commitment to community events. Abe and his daughter Mary didn’t hesitate and got the idea rolling. During the course of last week, Uni-Fab employees spent time preparing the main fabrication area to be taken down, and then on Friday afternoon about 15 employees took part in the remarkable transformation from fabrication plant to concert hall. The sounds, the smell and the lighting were just what Maestro Franz wanted — authenticity. The audience was

hanging on every note as the talented orchestra performed many familiar tunes with Franz providing commentary and background prior to each song. “It was so great seeing the community coming together and so excited,” said Maestro Franz. “We loved the space, the acoustics and it was such a fun night.” Asked whether he’d bring the full orchestra back for another concert at Uni-Fab, he didn’t hesitate. “We’d love to do it again,” he said. “Lots of possibilities for the future.”

About 300 patrons enjoyed the music of John Willams at the Uni-Fab plant on Highway 77 on Friday, April 29. The unique setting made for some enhanced acoustics. SUN photos

Margaret Gillie performs a clarinet solo during the Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s rendition of Victor’s Tale from the movie Terminal.

Instruments such as the timpani, shown here, produced some great sounds amplified by the acoustics at the Uni-Fab plant.

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CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Memorial Service & Celebration of Life

BILL SHERK

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We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. All we have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake from which we’ll never part. God has you in His arms, we’ll always have you in our hearts. Gene & Pam, Richard & Janice and Families

SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2022 1:00 - 3:30 PM

at The Pavilion at the Roma Club, 19 Seacliff Drive East, Leamington

The formal Memorial Service and Celebration of Sandy’s Life will commence as close to 1:00 p.m. as possible. When the service is concluded, attendees may stay on and continue the celebration with other attendees. There will be finger foods and a cash bar available. The Pavilion is located at the rear of the Roma Club. Drive to the back of the large parking lot and you will see the Pavilion. We will look forward to seeing all of you at the Celebration of Sandy’s life. Please mark your calendars if you are able to attend.

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Affected Wheatley businesses get access to additional $3.9M

WHEATLEY — An additional $3.9 million has been secured to support Wheatley Businesses, not-for-profits and commercial landlords. The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has secured a further $3.9 million from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade to support the community of Wheatley after the explosion in August of last year, bringing the total amount secured to $5.9 million. Downtown Wheatley business owners and cochairs of the BIA Mike and Erika Renwick said, “we are pleased to see this additional Provincial funding distributed. We appreciate the on-going efforts of the Municipality’s Economic Development department in their communications surrounding the funding from the province. Our hope is that these additional funds will help to alleviate some of the continued financial hardships these businesses have endured and we look forward to

the continued support of the province in regard to this.” To date, $1.97 million has been distributed amongst 30 businesses, four not-for-profit organizations and 19 commercial properties over the last several months, helping provide much needed financial assistance while they are unable to operate. “We’d like to thank the businesses of Wheatley for their patience, understanding, and tenacity during this difficult process. We’d also like to thank Premier Ford and his team for their diligent efforts to get these funds released into our community,” said Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff. “This process has shown what can be accomplished when a fluid collaborative relationship is established between municipal and provincial government.” The additional $3.9M is being distributed in three phases designed to assist the affected businesses with revenue losses up to August 2022, with the first disbursement taking

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place immediately to approved applicants. “Our municipality has been focusing on doing everything we can to help the affected businesses of Wheatley. We’re thankful that the province of Ontario has been at the table working with us from day one and hopefully this additional $3.9 million will help the businesses during the time it takes to open their doors again,” said Stuart McFadden, Director of Economic Development Services. Chatham-Kent Economic Development has been coordinating the process of fund disbursement to the displaced businesses and will continue to play a role providing affected businesses with up-to-date information, guidance, and support. For more updates on Wheatley, visit the Let’s Talk Chatham-Kent’s Wheatley Update Page.

CHAMBER BOARD SWORN IN

LEAMINGTON — The swearing in of the new board members of the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce was held on Tuesday, April 26 in front of the Leamington Library. The board elected a new president in Chad Robinson. Here, the group poses with their new ‘wind guy’ mascot. From left are president-elect Aaron Coristine (Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers), Chamber membership representative Christina Bedal, past president Jen Dawson (Erie Shores HealthCare), treasurer Paul Thompson (Libro Credit Union), chamber manager Wendy Parsons, president Chad Robinson (Crave Family Pub and Grill), ex-officio Larry Verbeke (Municipality of Leamington), Diane Malenfant (Community Futures Essex County), executive member Charlene Houle (Rotary Club), Nicole Anderson (Ricci, Enns, Rollier and Setterington LLP), Tony DeSantis (Community Living Essex County), Ursula Tiessen (Thrift on Mill). Attending through Zoom was board member Marion Fantetti (Invest Windsor Essex). Absent was Kari McMahon (Seacliff Manor). SUN photo

Erie Shores Golf and Country Club Presents

25th Annual PRO-AM GOLF TOURNAMENT

SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2022

TEE TIME This year marks the 25th annual edition of the Erie Shores Pro-Am, 11 am hosted by Erie Shores Golf & Country Club on Saturday, May 7, 2022.

In this exciting format, three amateur golfers pair up with one golf professional to compete for the low team prize. The golf professionals will compete for an overall low medalist to crown the top professional. Thanks to our Head Professional Shane Beaton, we have the greatest field possible of both professional and amateur golfers. Check-in is at 10 am. Paul Bunnett-Jones, as Chuck Reynolds, will be the Emcee at the mic. After hitting the golf course at 11 a.m., players will be treated to delicious hamburgers, compliments of John and Michelle Ivanisko of Cottam Cold Storage. After golf is complete, it is time for prizes and dinner, featuring New York Strip steaks provided by The Real Canadian Superstore in Leamington. Saving the day for us, we called upon our golf friend Joe Youssef, chef and culinary teacher at LDSS along with his students Emily Neufeld and Alexa Hatt. They are known as ‘the best’ for serving up a juicy tender steak with all the fixings. We can’t thank these specially trained culinary arts students enoough for helping us out. And of course, our favourite Mercedes is back to take care of the clubhouse. When it comes to handling score cards and information, we would like to thank Linda Segedin, Carol Quinn, Don Mensch, Don Chalcraft and Orest Hrynewich. Thanks to Ilene Roberts, Harold Vines and helpers for the beautiful gardens. Photos of the day’s golf activies will be handled by the talented Paul Bunnett-Jones. Taking care of the signage by Retco Advertising, we have Don Mensch. Special thanks goes out to hardworking Mike Toth, golf course superintendent and staff, they are very special people and we thank them. Our administrator, Kim DeJong, is a one-of-a-kind that every business needs. Thanks to Kim, things get done, like helping with the Pro-Am registration along with Brenda Ruiter. Thanks Lianne Hutchins and crew at Hacker’s Haven. Thanks Lianne! We have two new bright young people in the pro shop too, Darigan and Wheaton. Looking good!

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Council rejects temporary use change LEAMINGTON — At a public meeting to determine if a local greenhouse operator could get a temporary use zoning by-law approved for housing farm workers, Leamington Council agreed with administration’s recommendation to deny the request. The property in question — at 6 Georgia Avenue — has been housing farm workers since 2016. But that use does not fall within the town’s official plan, and the deadline for owners to meet the standards set forth last year with the Boarding House and Farm Worker Dwellings by-law

was not met, according to administration. While a valid Leamington Fire Services safety plan was signed off in October 2020 for 30 occupants, council felt that this property should not be housing that many people. There are two buildings on the property — a two-storey home and a large garage — both of which have been serving as homes for a couple dozen farm workers in recent years. Jackie Lassaline — representing the grower, Great Lakes Greenhouses — said that the temporary use tag would give

the farm time to get proper housing arranged for the workers in question. The temporary use bylaw is usually good for three years. “Through the temporary use by-law, the landowner would be able to establish home accommodations on the home farm,” she said. Mark Reimer, also representing Great Lakes, said that the home farm will have new bunkhouses constructed and they will bring all their workers to the farm once that is complete. He said they are working on plans for a wastewater treatment plant on the farm, as well

as working with an engineering firm on plans for the bunkhouses. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has been conducting annual inspections of the property on Georgia and recent reports have varied. In 2019, the health unit approved the property for 15 occupants in the main dwelling and 14 in the secondary building. In 2020, the health unit approved only four in the main building and four in the secondary unit. Then in 2021, the health unit approved four in the main building and 14 in the secondary building. While there were no written objections submitted from members of the public with regard to

Robert “Bob” Butler

Thomas Patrick Clinton July 13, 1948 – April 24, 2022

On Sunday, April 24, 2022, after fighting a short but brave battle with cancer, Thomas Patrick Clinton passed away peacefully in Leamington, Ontario, at the Erie Shores Hospice with his loving wife of 46 years, Debbie, at his side. Tom was born in St. Thomas, Ontario, the youngest child of Elmer and Helen Clinton. Tom grew up in the town of Aylmer, Ontario, where he graduated from both the McGregor Public School and the East Elgin Secondary School. Tom worked for a few years for the Ford Motor Company in St. Thomas, Ontario, and then earned a degree from Mohawk College and went to work for the Canadian Federal Government until his retirement in 2008. The cherished husband of Debbie (nee Irvine), father of Lisa and Michael, and grandfather of Lily and Nicholas. Predeceased by his parents Helen and Elmer of Aylmer and his sisters Katie Guest and Marion Williams. Tom is survived by his sisters Norma Wilson and Billie St. Clair, and his brother Edwin Walter Clinton. Per his wishes, Tom’s ashes will be interred above his father’s grave in Aylmer. Tom was a huge muscle car enthusiast and finally bought his Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Shaker in 2015. He loved talking about cars and attending every car show he could get to. Lake Havasu City, Arizona, was where Tom and his beloved wife Debbie spent many winter vacations before his retirement, and six months a year after his retirement, at the home they owned on the island in Lake Havasu City. He loved watching the power boats race down the lake. Donations in memory of Tom may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington by contacting Reid Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Robert “Bob” Butler passed away peacefully at the age of 82 at the Sun Parlor Home on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Devoted husband to Carol (Quick) of 55 years. Loving father of Jim and Rob (Christina). Cherished grandfather of Clarke, Kenzie, Brandon and Alyssa. Dear brother to John Butler (late Ruth). As per Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place with a private service to follow. Memorial donations made to the Humane Society of Windsor-Essex County or to the family would be appreciated by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Proof of obituary to run Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Patricia Marie Poulton

Patricia Marie Poulton (Young), of Exeter, age 74, passed away Any changes please email peacefully with family by her side at Jessica’s sun@southpointsun.ca House Residential Hospice, Exeter, on Thanks. Monday, April 25, 2022. Beloved wife of Douglas James Poulton for 54 years. Loved mother and mother-inlaw of Patricia and Bruce Knapper of Belwood, Richard and Lynnette Poulton of Port Carling, and Jason and Cheralyn Poulton of Coronach, Saskatchewan. Cherished grandma of Wyatt Poulton, Conner and Bethany Poulton, and Alexandria Poulton and her fiancé Mikey. Treasured great-grandma of Jaida. Forever loved daughter of the late Harry (2001) and Evelyn (York) Young of Leamington. Dear sister-in-law of Marjorie Barnes of Arkona, Kenneth and Nancy Poulton of St. Thomas, Sharon and Dan McLean of Thedford, Allan and Pam Poulton of Ilderton. Remembered by her many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her brother Randy Young and brother-inlaw Glen Barnes. At Patricia’s request, cremation has taken place. Visitation was at Emmanuel Baptist Church Exeter, 40007 Kirkton Road (Centralia), on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by the Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Private interment at Arkona Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Exeter, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com

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the request, the town’s planning department recommended that council deny the request based on sewer capacity and other factors. Mayor Hilda MacDonald was the most vocal of all the council members when it came time to discuss the request. “This is not acceptable in my community,” she said. “Thirty people in a house? No!” Mayor MacDonald went on to say that besides the obvious sewer capacity overload, she had to think about the neighbourhood. “This is the reason we voted the boarding house by-law in,” she said. “I find it beyond comprehension that we are doing

this in Canada, Ontario or in Leamington in particular.” MacDonald said the community has made it clear that they want the practice of putting so many people into residential houses to stop. “That’s based on feedback from the residents that live in this community,” she said. Councillor Tim Wilkinson agreed, saying he supported the recommendation to deny the temporary use. Council voted unanimously to deny the request, with Councillor Trevor Jones declaring a pecuniary interest and therefore did not participate in the discussion or the vote.

Joanne Steckly

Joanne Steckly, 83 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 2, 2022 at her home. Loving mother of Tracey Bruner (Kim) and Carol Balestrieri. Cherished grandmother of Ian ( Joss) andProof Mike (Sara), great of and obituary to run grandmother of Chase. Daughter of the late Jean and Sam Wallace. MayHickmott 04, 2022 Dear sister of Erma ( Jim), Don WallaceSouthpoint ( Joanne), late Tom Sun Wallace (Debbie), Linda$26 Wallace $200 plus HSTand= Paul $226 Wallace. She will be missed by many step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. changes please email Joanne Any liked to attend jamborees, going camping, listening to music, crafting and working in her garden. sun@southpointsun.ca A private family burial has taken place at Evergreen Thanks. Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the ALS Society would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Elizabeth “Betsy” Gradwell Proof of obituary to run

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Betsy Gradwell on Saturday, December May 04, 2022 4, 2021, at 87 years of age at Erie Shores HealthCare.Southpoint Sun $200of plus $26 Beloved wife the late BillHST = $226 Gradwell (2022). Dear mother of Al Gradwell ( Joyce), Wayne Any changes please email Gradwell (Kathy) and Paul sun@southpointsun.ca Gradwell (Lisa). Loving GG of Thanks. Andrea, Tyler (Ashley), Meghan (Greg), Kerra (Mike), Lauryn, Alycia (Kyle), Abbey, Katelyn, Ryan, and great-grandma of Tamaria and Janessa. Dear sister of Wilfred Barnet (Mary Jane), late Bill Barnet (late Bev) and late Helen McDonald (late Arthur). Betsy was a vibrant and social person. She was involved with Erie Ramblers, Leamington United Church and many Sherk Complex activities. She loved her walking group and the “Coffee Club”. She was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother and family meant everything to her. She will be forever remembered and loved by many. A Memorial Service will be held at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington United Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Health and Wellness Open House

LEAMINGTON — A collection of local health and wellness related businesses will hold an Open House at the Leamington Medical Village on Monday, May 9. The open house will feature local partners such as Home Instead, A.L.S.O., Erie Shores Health Foundation, G.O.A.L.S., Helix Hearing, Erie Shores Hospice, Liz Simpson RMT, Midwifery Collective of Essex County, Relax Massage Therapy,

Security One, Shreve Denture Clinic, Thoughtscape Therapy, Wellness and Mobility Inc, Rexall, Dr. Kenneth Ogah and Tim Hortons. The open house is brought to you by Home Instead and features free admission. The Leamington Medical Village is located at 197 Talbot Street West, across from the hospital.

Congratulations to our Mother’s Day contest winner

Candy Glover We received the following two entries nominating Candy: My mom deserves to win this contest because she is always putting others first. She has 3 kids, one has low-functioning autism and she has spent many years taking care and advocating for her. Apart from her 3 kids, she has 1 honorary kid who she loves as her own plus one grandkid and one honorary grandkid. She is the best mom/grandmother to us all, always putting us first and making us feel special! ~ submitted by Kira Glover I grew up with two sisters, Dea (who has Autism) and Kira. My mother was and continues to be Dea’s number one advocate and through her example, she has taught Kira and I to stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves. While raising us, my mother did her best to give Kira and I the most normal childhood filled with love and understanding. Even though we are adults now, our mother is living proof that mothers hold their children’s hands for a while but their hearts forever. ~ submitted by Mindy Glover

Candy will receive a bouquet of flowers from The Flower Shop at Thiessen’s and a gift certificate from Firdous Lebanese Grill

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KINGSVILLE — With 42 vendors and exhibitors in place, the Kingsville Community Centre’s 6th Anniversary and Seniors’ Expo drew hundreds of local residents looking for information on health, lifestyle, nutrition and active living. Organizers were pleased with the turnout as local seniors were able to get out and mingle with their fellow citizens. In the top photo, exhibitors were set up all through the building as patrons stopped to chat at various vendors. In the bottom photo, OPP constable Katherine Burt was handling inquiries at the OPP table. SUN photos

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FESTIVAL OF BIRDS IN FULL SWING AT POINT PELEE

Spring Migration has started at Point Pelee National Park with birders from all over the globe — with huge telephoto lenses and binoculars — hoping to catch a glimpse of one of the many rare bird species that have been recorded in the park. To date, there have been more than 360 species of birds spotted during migrations. The Festival of Birds runs from April 30 to May 23 with many daily bird watching hikes offered by Friends of Point Pelee.

Warblers are a bird watcher favourite and both the Yellow-Rumped and the Prothonotary Warbler were observed Sunday afternoon on the Woodland Trail near the Visitor Centre. Above left, a group of birders checks out some of the many warblers seen at Point Pelee. At right, a lone Prothonotary Warbler sits on a log on the Woodland Trail. The Prothonotary Warbler is endangered in Canada, so this find was a rare one. SUN photos by Deanne Bertrand

Car show event coming to Lebanese Club LEAMINGTON — A huge classic car show, fireworks display and live entertainment event is coming to Leamington on May 22. The Yesterday and To-

day Car Show is being hosted by Mizfitz Cruizerz and will run from 3 pm until dusk. The Leamington Lebanese Club at 447 Hwy 77 will be the venue and the

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property will be rocking to the sounds of Leave Those Kids Alone, along with other entertainment. Fourteen different trophies will be awarded for vehicles that pre-date 1980 and those created after 1980. There will be a raffle and 50-50 draw, and the evening will culminate in a giant fireworks

display. Admission is $10 for car registrants, and $5 for spectators. Kids under 12 will be admitted for free. All proceeds will go to the Foster Parents Society of Ontario. For more information, call Norm at 519-995-6951 or Denis at 519-564-7925.

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LEAMINGTON – To celebrate 2022 Earth Day, the Leamington Horticultural Society’s Tree and Landscape Committee, chaired by Eileen Wonnick, organized the planting of a large Carolinian Tulip Tree near the ball diamond at Mersea Park. The tree was purchased from and planted by Peanut Centre Nursery staff. From left are Eileen Wonnick, Charlie Wright, Joanne Smith, Tina Grolman, Tracey Colecutt and his canine companion Rosco, Jacky McAllister, Tony Collings, Dick Grolman, Catherine Riediger and Bill Sherk. Submitted photo

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Thinking of buying or selling a home? We are here to help. ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A strong urge to be alone arises this week, Aries. If this happens, turn off your phone and put a message that you’re not to be disturbed until you’re ready for some company.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Keep in mind that you shouldn’t mix money and friendship, Virgo. If a close friend wants you to work for him or her, remember the importance of this separation. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 2 Spring cleaning is in the air, and this week you are ready to tackle your home top to bottom. Why not ask for some help from the kids or your spouse to work more quickly? SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Frustrations may be high this week. Scorpio. Despite your desire to socialize, you can’t seem to get out of the house. Responsibilities at home won’t change for some time.

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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Keep in mind it can take a few days for you to recover from a night of revelry, Sagittarius. Avoid overdoing it on weeknights or you may pay the price at work in the morning.

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CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 There is a lot of work to get done around the house, Capricorn. A lack of funding has you in a holding pattern. Examine your budget to see if there’s wiggle room.

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AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, if you find yourself in a poor mood this week, try not to take it out on others. Simply ask for some alone time until you can work out your feelings for the better.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 You intend to use the extra energy that seems to have been building in you for some time, Cancer. An impromptu sports match or a trip to the gym can burn off energy. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 This week you could receive word of an exciting challenge at work, Leo. If you have been putting in for a promotion or job change, this could be what you’ve waited for.

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Errands are not going to complete themselves, Gemini. Schedule time this week to get all of your ducks in a row. You have obligations to your family and friends.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Exercise tact and diplomacy when someone asks for your honest opinion about their performance at work, Pisces. You’ll get your point across. Office space available-high visibility, municipal parking, common areas. Up to 1200 sq ft at $12/sq ft gross lease in a busy real estate office. Ideal for mortgage broker, insurance or lawyer.

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Be your own Boss! Retail Store with convenient corner location between Leamington and Wheatley, many updates, bright and clean storefront with paved parking lot.

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Community Calendar

TUESDAY, MAY 10 ONCE UPON A TIME GENERAL STORE & SCHOOL HOUSE with Lisa Wacheski, Curator, Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, 11:00 am, Journey back to 1840 Olinda General Store & 1907 Gosfield South One-Room School House. Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. TUESDAY, MAY 10 ESSEX COUNTY, ONTARIO ANCESTORS VIRTUAL PRESENTATION - Tuesday, May 10 at 7:00 pm. Speaker: Dr. Laura J. Smith.Topic: Early Irish in Immigrants in Essex County. Free and open to everyone. Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca for Zoom link to register.

TUESDAY, MAY 24 DIGITAL SAFETY WITH CONSTABLE KATHERINE BURT, Community Officer, 11:00 am, Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Over 40 exhibitors for health, lifestyle and active living. Learn how to identify and watch for frauds & scams via email and phone.

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THURSDAY, MAY 26 COFFEE HOUSE WITH JOE PERRY - 6:308:30 Musicians, singers, poets, story tellers and all are welcome for a fun free evening with friends. Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Free Admission. ONGOING COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS by appointment only, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am to noon. Free Coffee, Free Cookies & Free Wifi. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

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KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE TAICHI - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am - Free drop-in program. Join us for gentle flowing stretching and movements. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE YARN SOCIAL - Tuesdays 10:00 am, Free drop-in program. Bring your knitting or crochet project, share patterns and more. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 p.m., at the Unico Community Centre, 33 Beech St., Kingsville. Tuesday is euchre, bridge, cribbage. Friday is euchre, bridge, pepper. Must be 50+ years of age to join. If interested, drop in any Tuesday or Friday. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE GUITAR WELLNESS - Thursdays 4:00 pm, Free drop-in program. Group guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www.pregnancycentre.net. MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www. alanonwindsoressex.com T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519-3262388. Everyone welcome. COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00

p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings are April 27, May 11 and May 25. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@ yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us. STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE WELLNESS COUNSELLING By appointment 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. Register: kim@ kingsvillecentre.com or 226-773-5830. RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519682-2580. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE MILK BAG CREATIONS - Tuesdays 9:00 am to noon, Free drop-in program Help turn cleaned milk bags into woven mats and more for those in need. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES - Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in Chatham-Kent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes.

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Denturist Shreve Denture Clinic

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Kristin Shreve Swayze DD

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Claudia Szynal DD

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LEAMINGTON LIONS CLUB DONATES TO LIONS CAMP

LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Lions Club recently made a $1,050 donation to Lions Camp Dorset, which is located in Muskoka. Camp Dorset creates an atmosphere where dialysis patients and their families can experience respite from their day-to-day challenges. From left are President Steve Lashmar, Treasurer Dave Dillon, Secretary Candy Westlake, and members Paul Bunnett-Jones, Dennis Edmondson and Bruce Medcalf. The Lions Club raises funds through Chances Gaming Lounge. Photo submitted

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LONG-SERVING WHEATLEY LIONS

WHEATLEY — Wheatley Lions Club members celebrated 140 combined years of service among four of their members recently. Zone 2 Chairman Lion Bill Finlay was proud to present the certificates and chevrons to the members at the April meeting. Pictured from left to right are: Lion Dan Dalgleish, 40 years of service; PDG George Vary, 45 years of service; Zone Chair Bill Finlay; Bruce Jackson, 45 years; Bob Springthorpe, 10 years. Photo submitted

E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m.. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept E-TRANSFER, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

AUCTIONS

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~ NEXT LIVE AUCTION MAY 28 ~ Details to follow!

NEXT ONLINE AUCTION STARTING SOON! CHECK OUT OUR BRAND NEW WEBSITE FOR UPDATES!

Retail Shop Open Wed-Sat 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

• Quality used furniture, housewares, books, electronics, jewellery & currency

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ITEMS FOR SALE

WANTED TO BUY

NOTICE

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE - Saxophones, clarinets, and more. Also instructions and repairs. Call 519-326-5626.

LOOKING TO BUY OLDER GIBSON OR FENDER GUITAR. Call or text 519ja19-tfn 567-4446.

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GALVANIZED STOCK TANKS - Great for ponds, flower pots and vegetable gardens - 400 gallon $425, 250 gallon $230. Phone my4 519-322-2421.

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LOCAL FIREARMS COLLECTOR looking to purchase unwanted firearms. Fully licensed and professional. Give me a call and let’s make a deal! 519my4eow 796-6591.

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NOTICE

FOR RENT LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

SERVICES JJ STITCHING - 14 Johnson Ave., Leamington. Sewing, alterations, repairs. By appointment 519-968-2261. ap27-my4 _____________________________

ELECTRICIAN - LICENSED ELECTRICAL contractor, semi-retired, looking for smaller wiring jobs and wiring repairs including additions, renovations. Call 519-326-7900. ECRA/ESA Licence #7013042. ap27-my11

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GROOMING BY DANIELLE - CPPS Certified Groomer in Leamington. 13 years experience. For all your pet grooming needs, please call 226-526-7971 or message me on Facebook COVID-19 Certified & Compliant. my4-25 _____________________________

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698. ____________________________

IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519ja6-tf 825-7245. _____________________________

YARD SALE HUGE MOVING SALE Friday, May 6 to Sunday, May 8 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Furniture, household items, equipment and much more. Everything must go! 26 Elizabeth Crescent, Leamington, off of Lutsch my4 Ave.

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VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS WANTED The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary is looking for help with: events, museum help, gardening, lawn care etc. If interested please email volunteer@jackminer. au18-tfn com _____________________________

Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach. Amenities include: • library and social rooms • new Smart Card “no coin” laundry • beautiful lobby • underground parking • outdoor balconies • FREE utilities and window coverings • Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management.

Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819

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Notice of Public Meeting for Development Charges The Council of the Municipality of Leamington will hold a Public Meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 6:00 PM to present and obtain public input on the Municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study. This Public Meeting will be held in a virtual forum through electronic participation only. There will not be an in-person meeting. You may view the meeting live on the Municipality’s website at www.leamington.ca/live. Anyone is welcome to make written and/or verbal comments. Please note that if you wish to provide oral comments at the electronic meeting, you must register in advance by emailing clerks@leamington.ca or by calling 519-326-5761 extension 1121 prior to Monday, May 30, 2022, at 12:00 PM. Once you register, you will be contacted by the Clerk’s Department and provided information on how to make your submission at the electronic meeting. To participate, you will need access to a computer or tablet with internet service or a telephone. As an alternative to attending the meeting, written correspondence may be submitted to the Clerk no later than Monday, May 20, 2022, at 12:00 PM. Please email clerks@ leamington.ca or drop it in the Leamington Municipal Building mail slot located to the right of the rear entrance off of the parking lot. The Municipal Building is located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 2Z9. Please note, that written correspondence may be included on the agenda which will be published on the municipal website and will form part of the public record. A copy of the background study and proposed by-law is being made available online on the municipal website at www.leamington.ca/studies on May 16, 2022. You may obtain a paper copy by contacting the Clerk at clerks@leamington.ca or by calling 519-326-5761 and requesting a copy from a Customer Service Representative after May 16, 2022.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Kingsville Stamping Limited

2078 Talbot Road, Ruthven

1931 Setterington Dr, Kingsville ON N9Y 2E5 www.kingsvillestamping.ca• jobs@kingsvillestamping.ca • 519-326-6331

General Labourer/Press Operator Run 3 shifts (days, afternoon, midnights), occasionally Satudays, $18.25/hour to start

• Automotive metal stampimg parts - checking operation as per the operator’s instuction. • Pack, sort and stack automotive parts for presses or weld cell machines. • Grinding, reworking parts as per quality instruction. • Check for quality, visual inspection, rework when necessary. • Follow all KSL’s health and safety procedures. • Physical lifting between 5-15 lbs. • Good Housekeeping practice.

Deadline for classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Friday at 4:00 p.m.

NOW HIRING TRUCK DRIVERS

Estamos Contratando • Trabajo General / Operadores de Prensa • Turno Rotativo (Dia, Tarde y Nocturno) • Salario $18.25/Hr • Prestaciones de Ley • Y Paquete de Beneficios al pasar Periodo de prueba (3 meses). • Interesados favor de mandar resume a jobs@kingsvillestamping.ca or Fax 519-326-7982

Apply by phone 519 326-8840 ext. 3 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED

We are seeking

GREENHOUSE ASSOCIATE

Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $15.00 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6

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Seasonal Full Time. Seasonal Part Time – STARTING MAY Flexible Hours. Positons for Class D License. Positions for Class AZ License. Retirees welcome.

PART TIME COOK WANTED at Southgate Village - sign on bonus. Please drop off resume or email to jessi_pillon@srgroup.ca. my4 _____________________________

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LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@ fe2-tfn rivardtruss.com.

• Compensation is $15.00/hour • Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) • No education or experience required. • Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse. Please apply at: careers@tilray.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 2000 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4 PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf

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Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat. The 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 Built to lastor byearly Jonas1950s. Wigle, this three-storey brick home located on the McCain SideRoad, was constructed

in 1888, on land given to him by his mother Ann Bruner. This 7,000 sq ft home originally had 20 rooms over three floors and a basement. It housed three generations of the Wigle family, and two generations of Look attheLeamington’ s Past courtesy of C.much Scott Holland theA Rogers. Over years, there have been many changes, but happily, of the exterior remains fairly similar to the original. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com.

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.

May 1988 - The Leamington District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary was holding a “Stardust” dinnerdance featuring the Lancaster Band to help raise funds for the hospital. Pictured here are Sales captain Caroline Ascott, Bill Pritchard bandleader of the Lancaster Band, and dinner convenor Jan Pearson. The event was held at the Roma Club.

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May 1992 - The local Cub Pack recently enjoyed an outing to Joe Hickson’s bush and gained plenty of knowledge about conservation and how trees are to thethe scheme of thingsevening in nature’srainfall world. Submarine cycling - Ditches rose footimportant after foot following Thursday They took part inlads Joe Hickson’s program and helpedgame, plant hundreds of smallcycling”. trees to help and these young wasted conservation no time inventing a new “submarine If earn their badges. Pictured here with Mr. Hickson are Wes Wright, Jordan Tiborcz, Trevor Getty, Jeremy nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! Hickson, Wes Cronheimer and Jes Wright.

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Looking back ... From the Leamington Post May 6, 1981 Two major shopping centres have been proposed for Leamington and two others are on the drawing board as developers see a big potential for the town’s trading area. Preliminary concept plans have been submitted for two separate shopping plazas on Talbot Street East at Leamington’s eastern limits. It’s rumoured that the one development will be anchored by a 50,00 sq. ft. K-Mart on the south side of Talbot across from Leamington Mall. A 25,000 sq. ft. Dominion store would also be on the site along with 25-30 small retail stores. —— Officials at the Leamington District Secondary School have taken disciplinary actions against approximately 200 students who participated in a walkout on April 29. LDSS Vice-Principal Bill Parr said Monday that letters have been sent home to parents of the students involved. The students will serve two one-hour detentions. The walkout had been triggered by the school’s cancellation of track and field and Spring Fling events. —— Ground-breaking ceremonies were held Saturday at the Leamington Lebanese Club for the $300,000 shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon. The processional to the site was led by about 50 members of the Lebanese community. The statue of the Virgin Mary will be constructed of stone and stand about 14 feet high. —— The Fergus Flyers defeated the Wheatley Omsteads 6-1 on Friday as they ended the domination of Seaway Intermediate League teams over the past few years. The Omsteads had been the 1979 OHA champs, followed by the Dresden Kings last year. This season, the Omsteads emerged from the Seaway loop and had the series in hand until midway through game five Thursday when they allowed the Flyers to come back and win, forcing game seven in Fergus on Friday. The Flyers left no doubt on Friday with their 6-1 whitewash. Dave Drummond had the Omsteads’ only goal of game seven. From the Kingsville Reporter May 6, 1981 At 1:01 am on May 2, Kingsville Police Department was summoned to the Kingsville Dock. On arrival, they found a fishing boat owned by Gerald Howe had sunk in the harbour. On Tuesday, May 5, the boat was raised from the harbour floor. No damage estimates were

available at press time. —— The tulips beds at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 are in full bloom. The tulips are arranged in the shape of a cross. —— The Essex 4-H Homemaking Club held their achievement night on April 29 at the Essex United Church. Members of the Erieview Women’s Institute of Kingsville also attended the meeting. Present were members Annette Chauvin, Nancy Thorpe, Marion Koestler, Shirley Barnett, Lynda Snip and Jennifer Ulch. —— This week’s Athlete of the Week is 14-year-old Shelly Saris, daughter of Willie and Sylvia Saris of Kingsville. Shelly placed first in the 1500 metre run at the Sandwich West Midget relays last week, establishing a new record of 5:31.3. 5 Years Later From the Wheatley Journal May 7, 1986 The Grade 4-5 students at Wheatley Area Public School constructed a special flower garden to celebrate Education Week last week. They held the official dedication on Thursday afternoon with Mr. Taylor helping four students put the finishing touches on the flowerbed. —— Nancy Schrade, daughter of Heinz and Lila Schrade, was recently awarded a scholarship of eight weeks study at the Goethe Institute in Schwaebesch Hall, West Germany. The University of Windsor student is fluent in the German language and left on May 2 to enjoy the studies in her homeland. —— A table model of Hillman Marsh was on display at the former Reid farm at Hillman on Wednesday when Heinz Canada presented ERCA with a cheque for $2,500 — half of the pledged $5,000 the company assigned as a contribution to Parks Canada. Checking out the model were Tom Halford of Heinz Canada, Mike Turton of ERCA, Jim Boisonneault of Point Pelee National Park, Phil Hale of ERCA and Kirk Walstedt, chairman of ERCA. —— The tug Alma was set in place early Tuesday at the designated location on Talbot Street West, next to the Community Hall. It took about two hours to transport the 20 ton vessel on a flatbed trailer from the lake and have two giant cranes set the tug in its place.

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Flyers roar back to eliminate Lincolns By C. Scott Holland With a strong defensive effort Tuesday night in St. Marys then another win on Thursday, April 28 at home versus the St. Marys Lincolns, the Flyers surged ahead in the series. They eliminated the Lincolns on Friday with a stellar defensive and offensive victory that left them with their sights set on the Chatham Maroons, who they’ll face in the West Conference finals. The Flyers went into St. Marys Tuesday night down two games to one, but won it with a convincing 3-1 score to tie the series 2-2. Following that contest they won 4-1 at home Thursday and finished off the Lincolns Friday night by winning 5-0. On Tuesday, goalie Ryan Polidori was back in solid form stopping 32 of 33 shots. The lone St. Marys goal came late in the third period. For the Flyers, the critical point was having the Lincolns play with an extra attacker during the last 2:49 of the third. Polidori and his defense weathered the immense offensive pressure.

The contest began with Gabe Piccolo putting the Flyers ahead at the 10-minute mark of the first. The game stayed that way until Gavin Grundner notched the second tally at 1:11 of the third. Colton O’Brien potted one at 8:19 and it was 3-0. It was all Leamington would need to get the victory. With home ice advantage back, the Flyers returned home on Thursday and subdued the Lincs with 970 fans in attendance. The contest was a 1-0 game for the Lincolns after one frame, but three unanswered goals by the Flyers in the second created some ugliness at two junctures in the middle stanza. The Flyers added one goal in the third and limited the Lincolns to 14 shots overall. The Lincs shocked the Flyers at the outset as they reaped a goal 44 seconds after the first puck was dropped. Despite a rather uneventful first, the Flyers evened the score at 8:28 when Kale Couvillon and Andrew Uturo set up Darby Lemieux’s goal. Lincs’ for-

ward Cole Schnittker was injured and down on the ice during the play. Bryce Walcarius came out of his net and was down on the ice at the left side of his net, leaving it completely open, and Lemieux banked the goal. Two Lincolns and two Flyers were sidelined with penalties in a scrum after the whistle. The Lincolns received an extra two minutes. At 14:24, Connor McCracken rifled Seth Martineau’s rebound past Walcarius to put the Flyers ahead 2-1. A few minutes later, McCracken slotted the handiwork of Wyatt O’Neil and Ryan Clark to give the Flyers a 3-1 margin. However, as McCracken celebrated and entered the center-ice faceoff circle, St. Marys’ Myles Baker initiated a fight with McCracken. Baker received an instigator penalty. Both players were given game misconducts for the fight. Order was restored for the remainder of the second and third. Three minutes into the period, Connor MacPherson and Gavin Grundner hooked up with Wyatt O’Neil, who gunned a powerplay

Flyers win several West Conference awards By C. Scott Holland The GOJHL’s West Conference announced the award winners on the weekend and for the Leamington Flyers it was a good haul. Not only did they win the West Conference title, the team’s coaching staff of Dale Mitchell, Mark Ridout, Matt Anthony and Kade McKibbin won the Coach of the Year honours. Rookie sensation Connor MacPherson had the most points (57) by a rookie player in the west and GOJHL, and also won the Rookie of the Year award.

The goalie tandem of Ryan Polidori and Boe Piroski won the Lowest GAA (Goalies of the Year) title with a 2.41 GAA. Ryan Polidori had the individual lowest GAA in the west with a 23-7 record and a 2.35 average. Other award winners were: Jeff Burridge (London), Top Scorer and MVP; Lucas Fancy (Chatham), Best Defensive Forward; Oliver Bonk (St. Thomas), Rookie of the Year Defenseman; Owen McGowan (London), Best Defenseman; and Cameron Welch (Chatham), Best Defensive Forward.

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goal during a five-onthree situation. A large crowd of nearly 900 watched Friday night’s contest. After a scoreless first period, Flyers’ forward Wyatt O’Neil netted a pair to spot Leamington’s lead. The first came at 1:51 and the second at 14:29. Adam Jeffery set up both. The two goals were all the Flyers needed, but Gavin Grundner decided to add some fireworks as he netted a hattrick in a span of 5:50 late in the second and early third periods. Grundner’s three goals now stand as the fastest playoff hattrick by the Flyers and his two powerplay tallies coming in 1:53 also established a new team playoff record. Ryan Polidori halted 36

Lincolns’ attempts to earn the shutout and lower his GAA to 1.51. Regarding his team’s stellar performance in the last couple of games, head coach Dale Mitchell said, “It was amazing to see the players show confidence in coming back in the series after being down 0-2. Great leadership and the willingness to buy into the structure really was the reason we closed out the series... It was nice to see them battle through adversity and be able to overcome that deficit.” “They should enjoy the victory, but remember the team has a goal we all want to accomplish,” added Mitchell. Prior to last Thursday night’s game, the Cha-

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LEAMINGTON – The Leamington District Secondary School senior badminton team emerged victorious as the County and WECSSAA Team champions. They headed to SWOSSAA in Sarnia on Saturday, April 30 for OFSAA qualifications. From left to right are: Hazeem Nasir (1st, Men’s Doubles, both County and WECSSAA), Johnny Knelsen (1st Men’s Singles County, 2nd WECSSAA), Saw Choo and Aubrey Unger (3rd Mixed Doubles County, 2nd WECSSAA), Drennan Vince and Amber Enns (2nd Mixed Doubles County), Julie Huynh and Maria Driedger (6th Ladies Doubles County), Nay Say Eh (1st Men’s Doubles, both County and WECSSAA). LDSS badminton coaches are Bobbie Hansen and Tony Nurse. Submitted photo

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LEAMINGTON/WHEATLEY — The local soccer pitches are bustling with young soccer players as programs in the area got underway last week. In the photo on the left, the orange Timbit team from Leamington Minor Soccer has the green team outnumbered. According to officials, Leamington’s numbers are just about on target as the season gets rolling.

In the photo on the right, cool temps greeted Wheatley Minor Soccer participants, where upwards of 200 kids age 4-16 participate weekly until the season wind-up on June 25. Here, Ryan Bailey leads the offence for Faubert Catering with a pack of Wheatley Dental players in hot pursuit. SUN photos by Mark Ribble and Greg Coulter

Reid Funeral Home take senior men’s league championship

By C. Scott Holland The 2021-22 Leamingotn Senior Men’s hockey season has come to a close as Reid Funeral Home took the regular season and playoff title. Chrysler 9 Gualtieri 3 This contest was over quickly as the Gualtieri Farms squad had only seven players. GF offense was supplied by Scott Florence who netted two, while Tyler Clark bagged

one. Chrysler played their best contest in quite some time and got a natural hattrick from Mike Harrison, while Andy Anthony collected two. Curtis Anderson, Brian Simpson, Matt Anthony and Jordan Stubbart fired one apiece. Gabriele 8 Gillett 7 (OT) This contest was a back and forth one until late in the third when it appeared Gillett had won

it. But Gabriele’s notched two extra-attacker goals before heading to overtime where they won it. Gillett was led by Calyn Kir’s hattrick. Chad Jeffery triggered two, and Brian Ford and Spencer Neufeld fired one each. The Gabriele team got a hattrick performance from Al Beausoleil, while Brett Babkirk blasted a pair of markers. Adam Tofflemire and Kyle Di-

etrich gunned single goals in regulation before Cam Dawson scored the game-winner 33 seconds into overtime. CONSOLATION Gillett 8 Chrysler 3 This contest was very even in the first, but Gillett surged ahead and stayed there. Chrysler’s Andy Anthony, Derek Clark and Mike Harrison notched one goal apiece.

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Reid Funeral Home take senior men’s league championship

SOCCER PITCHES FULL OF ACTIVITY

Friendship Club report

Local gymnasts shine in Fonthill competition

JR. BRONZE MEDALLIST

LDSS WINS COUNTY AND WECSSAA TITLES

Flyers win several West Conference awards

Flyers roar back to eliminate Lincolns

LONG-SERVING WHEATLEY LIONS

LEAMINGTON LIONS CLUB DONATES TO LIONS CAMP

EARTH DAY PLANTING

Car show event coming to Lebanese Club

FESTIVAL OF BIRDS IN FULL SWING AT POINT PELEE

SENIORS EXPO PROVES POPULAR

Health and Wellness Open House

Council rejects temporary use change

CHAMBER BOARD SWORN IN

Affected Wheatley businesses get access to additional $3.9M

Out-of-the-box thinking brings symphony to fabrication plant

ESSCFP HOLDS SPRING PRAYER EVENT

Excavation crew finds human remains in Kingsville

Council okays municipal pay increases

A plan for South Wheatley in the works

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Year of the Garden event held in Kingsville

Kingsville considers rainbow crosswalk

New on-demand transit rolling in Leamington

Blessing of Bikes draws 400-plus