Southpoint Sun - April 9, 2025 by Southpoint Sun

MORE SKATE WHEATLEY PHOTOS

These skaters were in fine form during the annual Skate Wheatley Carnival held on Saturday, April 5. In the photo on the left are the Intermediate skaters performing Glory Days. On the left, front to back: Serenity Simpson-Woelk, Aelan Pearson, Riley McDonald. On the right, front to back, are Olivia Marcovecchio, Nora Schiefer, Morgan Fetter. In the middle photo, solo skater Evelyn Matthews performs her routine. In the photo on the right, the Pre Can skaters perform with their helper (right) Paige Ouellette. The cheerleaders, left to right, are Harper Friesen, Nora Loewen, Tessa Lindsay. Hockey players in front: Bailee Hyatt and Lucas Wilson. Photos courtesy of Kim Riley

Wharram’s Jewellery celebrates 70th anniversary

By Paul Forman

It’s not often that a business thrives over many decades and passes through three generations of family, but Wharram’s Jewellery in uptown Leamington fits that bill to a tee.

“We

are so thankful for all of the clientele that have been a part of our business over the 70 years.”

—

Wayne Wharram

To honour their 70 years in business, the Wharram family invited family, friends, present and past customers to their store for an open house that was held on the evening of April 3rd.

Started in 1955 by the late J. Russel and Gladys Wharram, Wharram’s Jewellery has always at-

tempted to bring a “personal touch” to those seeking out a special piece for a loved one.

Son Wayne came into the scene in 1975 and, along with wife Evelin, have been a part of Wharram’s for over 40 years now. Relocating the business in the former Royal Bank in 1980, Wayne made gems his specialty and the business won many awards during his tenure while always maintaining a focus on providing personalized service.

“We are so thankful for all of the clientele that have been a part of our business over the 70 years,” said Wayne at the open house.” He added, “It’s important that we have had integrity ever since Leamington was just a small town.”

Wayne and Evelin’s daughter, Jessica, came back to Leamington eight years ago and now stands

at the helm of the family business. Wayne, as a proud dad, said, “It feels wonderful to pass things on to my daughter. Jessica brings a real flair for custom design and I know that she will keep fulfilling our mission for the store.”

Completing a very ambitious six lines in her time at Wharram’s, Jessica used the open house to introduce her latest line “for HER”, which honours the legacy left behind by her Gramma Gladys with jewellery pieces that relate to her grandmother’s favourite flower.

“I’ve fallen in love with designing and always try to find ways to fill the voids in the market,” said Jessica. “I really enjoy working with my family and hope that I can help maintain the culture that has been established here at Wharram’s Jewellery over the many years.”

Greeting guests at the open house to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Wharram’s Jewellery are, from the left, Evelin Wharram, Jessica Wharram and Wayne Wharram. SUN photo by Paul Forman

Martin Varela Receives King Charles III Coronation Medal for His Volunteer Service to the

Migrant Worker Community

in

Leamington, Kingsville and Essex County Region.

Leamington, Canada: Martin Varela has been honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of his tireless work supporting the Migrant Worker Community in Leamington and Essex County region. This prestigious award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional and ongoing service to their communities, highlighting Varela’s commitment to improving the quality of life for migrant workers and their families in the region.

This medal was presented on Friday February 28th at the senate in Ottawa by the Honourable Sharon Burey, Senator for Ontario.

About the King Charles III Coronation Medal

The King Charles III Coronation Medal was created to commemorate His Majesty’s Coronation on May 6, 2023. This distinction recognizes individuals from diverse backgrounds who have made significant contributions to their communities. The award honours such as service, environmental sustainability and diversity. The selection process was conducted by nominating organizations approved by the Prime Minister of Canada and administered by the Chancellery of Honours within the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General.

Selection Criteria for Martin Varela

The selection committee considered several key factors in awarding the King Charles III Coronation Medal to Martin Varela, including: Commitment to the migrant worker community since 2009, consistently advocating for their rights and well-being.

Leadership as Chairman of the Migrant Worker Community Program (MWCP) since 2016, overseeing initiatives that benefit approximately 20,000 migrant workers from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Colombia, Saint Lucia, St. Vicent, Jamaica, the Philippines, Thailand, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Active participation in the Rotary Club of Leamington since 2012, where he has also served as a past president.

Key role in distributing 32,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to protect the migrant worker community.

Advocacy for inclusion, healthcare access, and the rights of migrant

workers in Canada.

Varela met the eligibility criteria for the medal by making a significant contribution at the community level. His continuous efforts to improve the living conditions of migrant workers set him apart among candidates nationwide.

About Martin Varela

Originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, Martin Varela studied Business Administration and held various management positions before arriving in Canada in 2009. Since then, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to service, emerging as a leader in programs supporting migrant workers.

• Financial advisor with Sun Life since 2011, helping families manage their financial well-being.

• Plan Ambassador with People Corporation since 2021, collaborating to provide health and life benefits to over 9,500 migrant workers.

Through his dedication and advocacy, Varela has played a crucial role in strengthening the connection between the migrant community and Canadian society.

About the Migrant Worker Community Program (MWCP)

Founded in 1998 to provide interpretation services for migrant workers, the MWCP was officially registered as a charitable organization in 2006. As the first organization in the region dedicated to supporting migrant workers, MWCP serves as a bridge between migrant workers and the Canadian community. Through various initiatives, the program offers access to essential services, education, counseling, and recreational activities helping migrant workers integrate into Canadian society.

The recognition of Martin Varela with the King Charles III Coronation Medal highlights his deep commitment to the community and his role in fostering stronger connections between migrant workers and Canadian society. This award not only celebrates his achievements but also underscores the importance of volunteerism in building more inclusive and supportive communities.

Congratulations to Martin Varela! This well-deserved honour is a testament to his dedication and the lasting impact of his work. His efforts continue to inspire others to strive for a more welcoming and supportive society.

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Another ex-child star has left this realm

It’s certainly more common as we get older. We lose childhood friends, acquaintances and even heroes as our lives make that march toward the inevitable conclusion.

The news of Jay North’s passing this weekend at the age of 73 brought me

all the way back to my childhood and invoked memories of my late mother, who’s been gone for almost 24 years now.

Jay North was the blonde little kid who played Dennis the Menace in the early 1960s and is among my earliest TV

favourites.

That black and white show was a weekly highlight for me and North’s portrayal of George Wilson’s pesky and annoying neighbour was the epitome of a true child star.

And while many former child stars have left

The story of a Chevy spare tire

If cars could talk, what stories they could tell! Our friend Pete Van Vrouwerff drove his 1953 Chev 210 fourdoor sedan on ten Hot Rod Power Tours all across the U.S.A. starting in the 1990s, including a visit to California and three times to Florida. Thousands of cars took part and Pete took hundreds of photos.

While going through Kentucky in 2001, the left rear tire on a 1947

Lincoln went flat and the car had no spare. Luckily, the Lincoln had been hot rodded with a 350 Chev V-8 and Chev rear end. This meant its tires were the same size as the ones on Pete’s ’53. When Pete opened his trunk and looked at his spare, it looked factory fresh and was probably never used.

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

Pete’s spare went onto

the ’47 Lincoln and he followed that car to a gas station, where the owner of the Lincoln bought four new tubeless tires (Pete’s tires had tubes) and Pete’s spare went back into his trunk after performing this rescue service.

us way too early, North and others from that era like Jerry Mathers and Butch Patrick have grown old like the rest of us.

Jay’s famous “Mister Willlllllllson!”, as he yelled over the fence or stood on the front step, still resonates in my head to this day, as much as Mathers’ “Gee Wally” or young Ronnie Howard’s “Aww Pa”.

Those are the shows that shaped my childhood and many child stars of that era were quite relatable in a lot of ways.

Johnny Crawford who played Mark McCain in The Rifleman was another favourite and I remember discussing his character with my mom simply because we were both named Mark. It was always interesting to see what the “other Mark” was up to on a weekly basis — especially one who lived in the wild west.

Johnny also lived a good long life before passing away from Alzheimer’s Disease in 2021.

Mathers reprised his role as Theodore Beaver Cleaver on several reunion type shows over the years, and Howard — who played Opie Taylor on the Andy Griffith Show — has gone on to be one of the most successful directors in Hollywood.

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

Mark Ribble

Throw in Eddie Munster, Will Robinson, Buffy and Jody Davis, Eddie Corbett and Sandy and Bud Ricks, and you’ve got an entire baseball team of child actors in that era.

This was slightly before the Brady Bunch kids came along and long before Arnold, Willis, Blair and Tootie blessed our TV sets, but they were certainly stars in their own right.

And those generations before me had Paul Peterson, Eleanor Donahue, Gloria Winters and Patty Duke, among others.

It’s funny how certain memories can be sparked just by the news that a childhood star has passed

away, or that a childhood star (now grown) is making the rounds on TV again.

I remember watching the Leave It To Beaver reunions and trying to reconcile Jerry Mathers as a man in his 50s to the 10-year-old Jerry Mathers that I remembered. I guess it could get quite confusing if you weren’t careful. Knowing that Ken Osmond, who played the pesky Eddie Haskell on ‘Beaver’, became a cop in real life, was a really cool detail I’d often hear of. At any rate, the late Jay North provided plenty of tomfoolery, horseplay, buffoonery and shenanigans for a lifetime through his portrayal of Dennis and that makes me a little melancholy on this blustery winter (supposed to be spring) day.

Ostin was record industry legend

One of our regular readers of the Flashback Radio column wondered if we could go back in time and pay tribute in remembering one of the greatest record executives in the business of music. His name was Mo Ostin. He was born Morris Meyer Ostrofsky on March 27, 1927, in New York, NY.

Ostin began his career in the mid-1950s as comptroller at Clef Records, a record company started by Norman Granz. He was a brother of friend and neighbor, Irving Granz. The company was soon renamed Verve, where he was involved with “Jazz at The Philharmonic”. It was a worldwide concert promotion operation that provided a live performance platform for the label’s touring stars.

Frank Sinatra tried and failed to buy Verve, which was eventually sold to MGM Records. Sinatra was reportedly so impressed by the company’s artists and the man-

agement’s style that he formed his own Reprise Records in 1960 and hired Ostin to head it. Three years later, Reprise joined forces with Warner Bros.

The first rock act Ostin signed to Reprise was the Kinks. He signed Jimi Hendrix in the spring of 1967 based on hearing “Hey Joe”. He was amazed after seeing him perform it at the Monterey Pop Festival.

Ostin ultimately spent 31 years at Warner/Reprise from 1963 to 1994, serving as its chairman and CEO from 1972 onwards.

Ostin oversaw the signing of Prince, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Fleetwood Mac, R.E.M., Madonna, Paul Simon, Talking Heads, the Grateful Dead, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Van Halen, the Who and Randy Newman. He was noted for giving artists creative freedom and creating a company geared towards artists,

attributing this outlook to his time with Frank Sinatra.

Mo was also instrumental in the acquisition of the independent Elektra label by Warner Communications, as well as the subsequent formation of WEA Corporation and WEA International. After departing Warner Bros., Ostin went on to join the music division of the entertainment conglomerate DreamWorks SKG in October 1995.

In 2003, Ostin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Paul Simon, Neil Young and Lorne Michaels. Three years later, he received the Recording Academy President’s Merit Award at the 2006 Grammy Salute to Industry Icons. Mo Ostin lived a long life, passing away on July 31, 2022, at the age of 95.

Pete Van Vrouwerffs 1953 Chevy on Hot Rod Power Tour.

LIONS DONATE TO 2ND KINGSVILLE SCOUTS

The Kingsville Lions Club (KLC) gave a donation to 2nd Kingsville Scouts on Tuesday, April 1. This donation assists the Scouts with fundraising for their upcoming jamboree. The funds are raised by KLC members volunteering at Chances Gaming Lounge. The adults, from left, are Lion Jack Valade, Lion Larry Badder, Scouter Bev Snyder, Scouter Tim Meloche and Lion Joe Gibson. The Scouts are Quinn Schmidt, Jade Schnetzler, Allie Malott, Grayson Meloche, Logan Morin and Zoey Kjarsgaard. Three additional Scouts and leaders will join them for the Jamboree in Norway in July. Photo submitted

Upcoming Pelee Coastal meetings

Another round of crucial Pelee Coastal Resilience Committee community meetings is scheduled this month.

Everyone is invited and is urged to take part to show support for the coastal resilience initiatives that will

help improve the community shorelines.

Of particular interest will be the initiatives that deal with beach nourishment and habitat shoals, beneficial reuse of dredged sand, bypass sand options at harbours and fact sheets on best practices to increase coastal resilience.

Why attend? To learn how these projects may benefit you and Pelee Peninsula’s future, collaborate with neighbours on solutions, and help shape decisions that impact our coast.

Your ideas matter! This is also a chance to share your own suggestions for improving the shorelines.

Meetings are scheduled for:

• Monday, April 14 at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. Afternoon session from 2-4 p.m. and evening session from 6-8 p.m.

• Tuesday, April 15 at Lakeside Park Pavilion, 315 Queen Street, Kingsville. Afternoon session from 2-4 p.m. and evening session from 6-8 p.m.

Those interested in attending can register at peleecoastal.ca.

Best of Windsor Essex Awards announced

Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) has announced the winners of the 10th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards, as voted for at bestofwindsoressex. ca.

Now in its 10th year, the Best of Windsor Essex Awards have honoured over 525 local businesses, attractions and events since its inception.

Voting for the awards took place over three weeks between February 10 and March 2 to allow locals to have a say about their favourite spots in all categories. This year nearly 7k residents voted to have their say in celebrating the best of the best.

Arts & Entertainment

Best Art Gallery or Art Space or Artist: Art Windsor-Essex

Best Outdoor Art: Windsor Sculpture Park (MultiYear Winner)

Best Live Performance Venue: Colosseum at Caesars Windsor (10 Year Winner)

Best Tour Experience: WindsorEats

Attractions & Events

Best Attraction, Family Friendly: Colasanti Tropical Gardens (10 Year Winner)

Best Attraction, Gaming: Caesars Windsor (Multi-Year Winner)

Best Attraction, Historical: Willistead Manor

Best Festival: Carrousel of the Nations

Best Holiday Event: Bright Lights Windsor (MultiYear Winner)

Best Parade: Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade

Best Street Event: Amherstburg Open Air Weekends

Drink

Art of a Cocktail: Wolfhead Distillery (Multi-Year Winner)

Best Bar, Pub or Sports Bar: The Loose Goose RestoPub & Lounge

Best Brewery Experience: Walkerville Brewery (10 Year Winner)

Best Café, Coffee Shop or Roaster: Anchor Coffee

Best Winery Experience: Pelee Island Winery

Outdoor Adventure

Best Beach: Colchester Beach & Harbour

Best Birding Hub: Point Pelee National Park (MultiYear Winner)

Best Golf Course: Kingsville Golf & Country Club (10 Year Winner)

Best on the Water Activity: Urban Surf Co.

Best Park or Garden: Kings Navy Yard Park

Best Picnic Spot: Point Pelee National Park

Best Trail: Ganatchio Trail

Stay

Best Hotel: Caesars Windsor (10 Year Winner)

Best Unique Stay: The Grove Hotel & Motel

Food

Best Bakery & Baked Goods: Iron Kettle Commissary (Multi-Year Winner)

Best Breakfast: The Twisted Apron

Best Burger Joint: Mamo Burger Bar

Best Date Night Spot: Spago

Best Diverse Eats: El Diablo

Thinking

Best Farmers Market or Shop: Downtown Windsor Farmer’s Market

Best Fried Chicken Sandwich: The Grove Brewing Co.

Best Ice Cream Parlour: Dairy Freez

Best Lunch Spot: The Penalty Box

Best Pasta House: Spago (10 Year Winner)

Best Patio: Oxley Estate Winery

Best Pizza Pie: OG Pizza

Best Plant Based Eatery: Taloola Café

Best Wing Spot: The Loose Goose RestoPub & Lounge

Shopping

Best Boutique Shop: Cindy’s Home & Garden (10 Year Winner)

Best Buyable Experience: Anna’s Home & Garden

Best Locally Made Store: Urban Art Market

Best Mall: Devonshire Mall (10 Year Winner)

Best Shopping District: Amherstburg

Best Spa or Wellness Resort: Estate of Health

Photo Op

Best City Photo Op: Dieppe Gardens & Windsor Waterfront

Best County Photo Op: Point Pelee National Park Tip

Best Pelee Island Photo Op: Pelee Island Lighthouse

Steve Paley

Sadly, we announce the sudden passing of Stephen Alan Paley on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Husband of the late Pat Paley (2023). Father of Joshua and Philip. Stepfather of Michael Wales and Christie Reid (Kevin). Papa of Erin (Alex), Alissa (Liam), Kiel and Kavan. Brother of Stanley Paley (Valerie), Joyce Paley, Rosanne Kroslak (John).

Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Steve will be missed by his buddy, Willow.

Visiting was at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service to celebrate Steve’s life at 2 p.m. Cremation followed.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Windsor/Essex Humane Society.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Paul W. Krause

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Paul Krause on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 69 years of age, after a brief illness.

Paul will be remembered with love by his wife of 40 years, Marsha White. He is also survived by his only sister Lisa Batke and husband Rob, who were a very important part of Paul’s life. He will be greatly missed by his best friend Cooper, who is still wondering why Dad is not sitting on the couch in the morning with his favorite treat of carrots. Brother-in-law of Janet Duckett (late Tom). Predeceased by his parents Karl Rudy (2013) and Eleanor (2021).

Paul and his dad were the proud owners of Krause Fisheries Inc. until retirement in 2007. Once a fisherman, always a fisherman. Paul embraced his passion for being a commercial fisherman, making daily trips to the Kingsville Docks hoping to catch the Doretta L as it was docking with the daily catch. Learning how many fish had been caught that day made him feel as though he was still a part of the industry, even after retirement. Paul was a very talented woodworker, taking great pride in the projects he completed.

We have lost you all too soon Paul, but we know the seas were getting rough and there were no more course changes to be made. Paul used to say, “If my ashes could be returned to our fishing grounds, the perch would be grinning from ear to ear, celebrating!” We don’t have to worry about that guy anymore!

Paul leaves behind a legacy of strength and determination. His memory will forever ride in the hearts of those who loved him.

A special shout out to his great friends Todd, Legs, Farts and Foxy.

Although we had to say goodbye too soon, you will remain in our hearts forever. We miss you, till we meet again, Paul.

A special thank-you to Dr. Bayley, Dr. Stapleton, Dr. Farooqui, the nurses from ICU and 2 South, and the emergency care staff at Erie Shores HealthCare, you truly went above and beyond and your care and compassion will never be forgotten.

Visitation was held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, 519-326-2631, on Monday, April 7, 2025 from 2-5 p.m. Cremation followed.

A private family burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice or to the Windsor Essex County Humane Society. Hope you are giving everyone a ride on that Harley in Heaven. Love You, Paul.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

April 9, 2025 Southpoint Sun

KNIGHTS HOST ‘HOP’ INTO EASTER EVENT

On Sunday, April 6, Knights of Columbus Council 4501 hosted Hop into Easter at St. Michael’s Church in Leamington. Attendees enjoyed a hearty breakfast followed by a variety of crafts and games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. In the photo on the left, Samantha Ion and daughter Eliana enjoy a hearty breakfast. In the photo on the right, Jacob Evon completes one of several Easter crafts. Photos submitted

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Carol Ann Harvey

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Harvey, age 81, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, after a prolonged battle with multiple health issues.

Predeceased by her parents, John and Winnifred Harvey, brother Gary Harvey and beloved dog Cody.

She leaves behind her devoted friend and companion of over 40 years, Sharon Hruby, her adopted son Timothy Ciaramitaro (Steffany), sister-in-law Kathy Harvey, niece Whitney (Johnny) Johnson, greatnephew Briar, special cousin Wendy Baz, and her loved dogs Maya and Kali.

Carol was a dedicated and respected elementary teacher, having practiced in Germany and then Windsor with the Greater Essex District School Board (formerly Windsor Public School Board) for a total of 35 years. During her tenure, she worked with many students both in the classroom and with extra-curricular activities.

In her later years, her endeavors included her tenure as a member of the executive with the local OPSTF, eventually serving her last five years as president of the local branch. Her political activism also saw her represent the membership where she served on the provincial board of OPSTF for four years. Her dedication to the profession and her vision were surpassed only by her dedication to improving the teaching profession.

Carol also loved politics, sports, reading and her religion. Support for the US college sports of Duke and Alabama, as well as her passion for the Detroit Lions, were a source of conversation with her.

Carol left behind a legacy that reflects her dedication to education and the human condition. She will be missed by many.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.

C-K Police warn of fraud

The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) is warning the public about a recent phone scam targeting elderly residents, following a report made on April 4.

The scam involves fraudulent requests for donations allegedly on behalf of local firefighters.

An elderly resident reported receiving a suspicious call from an unknown male requesting a donation to support firefighters. The caller did not identify any specific fire department and failed to provide any verifiable information.

The complainant did not share any personal or financial details and instead contacted Chatham-Kent Fire Service (CKFS) directly.

CKFS confirmed that no such fundraising initiative was initiated.

CKPS encourages residents, especially seniors, to remain vigilant and to never provide personal or financial information over the phone to unknown callers. If in doubt, hang up and contact the organization directly through an official number.

Anyone who receives a similar call is urged to report it to CKPS at 519-352-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).

C-K Police add body cams

The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) have announced the upcoming rollout of body-worn cameras (BWCs) for its frontline officers.

They will commence deployment through a slow and deliberate rollout with selected officers beginning this week, completing the rollout to all frontline officers by the end of 2025.

The implementation of this technology aims to increase transparency and accountability, enhance officer and public safety, provide objective evidence in police interactions, and strengthen community confidence in law enforcement.

The cameras will be used during interactions with the public, including traffic stops, calls for service and enforcement activities. Officers will follow strict protocols regarding the activation, deactivation, and storage of recorded footage in accordance with privacy regulations and legal standards.

CKPS will provide extensive training for officers on using body-worn cameras properly while ensuring they understand the operational guidelines and best practices associated with the technology.

Two Creeks Indoors

Two Creeks Indoors will present Two Dollar Bill & His Bad Pennies’ Hootenanny Revue on Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary at Wheatley United Church, 59 Talbot Road West.

Described as Benny Goodman Hillbilly Punk, the afternoon will also feature Mike Houston (Lonesome Lefty), Tim Swaddling and others.

Admission is by donation – discontinued currency accepted!

Minimum wage going up

The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour, effective October 1, 2025.

The wage increase is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 2.4 per cent and will bring Ontario’s minimum wage to the second highest provincial rate in Canada.

Over the past seven years, Ontario’s minimum wage has increased from $14 per hour in 2018 to $17.60 later this year.

HAPPY 10 TH BIRTHDAY SLOANE HOPPER

Love, your family

Community Calendar

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

LEAMINGTON HALF CENTURY CENTRE IS HOSTING a Seniors Advisory Committee Event from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Grief Counseling. Sue Mannell & Melissa Jacobs will explain Hospice Services including Bereavement Support.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB

WILL MEET at 7:30 pm at Ojibway Centre, 5200 Matchette Rd. Speaker: Kristyn Richardson of Nature Conservancy of Canada. Topic: Overview of the Conservancy - who they are, what they do, their work in Essex County, including restoration projects, acquisitions and upcoming projects i.e. restoration of Hillman Sand Hills near Point Pelee. All welcome, free to attend.

FRI., SAT. SUN., APRIL 11, 12 & 13

SEUSSICAL JR. PRESENTED BY LITTLE TOMATO

CHILDREN'S THEATRE - Fri. April 11 at 7:00 pm; Sat. April 12 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm; and Sun. April 13 at 2:00 pm. at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School Auditorium, 120 Ellison Ave., Leamington. Adults $20, children 12 and under $10. For tickets email littletomatotix@gmail.com

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

KINGSVILLE LEGION BR. 188 SPRING DANCE

2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Come dance and sing with Billy K. Kitchen open, cash bar, 145 Division St. S. Kingsville.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16

LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY7:00 pm at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N. Leamington. Shaun Booth, author of “The Gardener’s Guide to Native Plants of the Southern Great Lakes Region” will be doing a YouTube workshop on the benefits and method of building Rain Gardens. For information or to inquire about membership call Jo-Anne Smith 519322-8809.

THURSDAY, APRIL 17

KINGSVILLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET at 7:00 p.m. at Unico Hall, 37 Beech St., Kingsville. Speaker: Sondra Giles from Grape Lakes Farm. Topic: Herbal Remedies & Growing Your Own Food. Free & open to all.

SATURDAY, APRIL 26

ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION

WILL MEET at 9:00 a.m. at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34, Ruthven. Martins are starting to arrive. There will be lots of information for anyone wanting to set up housing for them. The public is welcome. More info: Paul 519-738-3476.

ONGOING

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING at 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday at Leamington Library, 1 John St. Free to attend. Develop Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Upcoming dates: April 9 & 23, May 7 & 21, June 4 & 18. More info: email ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com, Facebook Erie

Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org.

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.

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 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. 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.

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.

SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCILADULT 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 519-326-8629 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.

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 QUILT GUILD cordially invites guests to attend/join them for their regular meeting held every third Tuesday at St. John’s Hall, 1782 Oriole Park, N. Woodslee, at 7:00 p.m. The Guild's purpose is to promote and encourage and encourage the art of quilting. More info: 519-726-5869.

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.

LITTLE TOMATO THEATRE PRESENTS SEUSSICAL JUNIOR

Tech week is in full swing as the young actors of Little Tomato Theatre prepare for opening night on Friday, April 11 for their production of Seussical Junior, complete with your favourite characters like Horton, Cat In The Hat and the loveable Whos. The play is produced by Sharon Clifford and directed by Ruth Brown and Al Lozon with music by Nola McQueen and choreography by Brianna Cernanec, plus an energetic cast of 47 young people aged 6-18. In the top left photo are Grace Burke (understudy) as JoJo and Kenzie Rauch as Cat in the Hat. In the top right, Horton is sad because he can’t find the Whos, being portrayed here by understudy Jane Larsen. In the bottom photo, Cat In The Hat listens to Mayzie LaBird played by Morgan Dyck, while Thing 1 (Victoria Lafrance) and Thing 2 (Carmina LeClerc) cool them down with their palm fans. The show runs Friday, April 11 (7 pm), Saturday, April 12 (2pm and 7 pm) and Sunday, April 13 (2 pm) at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School. Tickets are available by emailing littletomatotix@gmail.com and should also be available at the door. Seussical Junior is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). SUN photos

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to sports safety.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

This week you are going to take action on a project that has been on your mind for awhile, Aries. Trust your instincts, but make sure you are not moving too fast.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

This week brings an opportunity for intellectual pursuits, Taurus. You might think to enroll in a higher education class or a take a course on a specific hobby that has been on your mind.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Partnerships are key right now, Gemini. You might want to pursue new professional relationships. Embrace your ability and willingness to adapt and facilitate change.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

You need to take care of your body and mind, Cancer. Now is as good a time as any to begin this pursuit. Even small adjustments can lead to long-term health benefits.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, this is your week to look into matters of selfexpression and creativity. Pour your energy into anything that gets you excited. Your enthusiasm may draw others in as well.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, home life takes center stage this week, and you might feel a strong desire to nurture your space. Decluttering and organizing could bring more harmony to your home.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, you are able to express your thoughts with clarity and charm, which is why personal relationships often come easy to you. This week you may use this superpower to make friends.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You may soon find yourself reevaluating how you spend your money or what you value most in life, Scorpio. This is a good time to check financial goals and adjust them.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

There is a sense of fresh energy surrounding you this week, Sagittarius. If you have been putting off something, now is the time to take the leap.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, focus on rest and relaxation in the days ahead. You have been putting in a lot of work lately and now is a time to focus on your inner self and recharge.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Collaborations with others could prove fruitful this week, Aquarius. Don’t hesitate to lean on your social network when you need to get something done.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

You might be presented with a way to take your professional life to the next level, Pisces. Strategize about how to move forward in this regard, and think through all decisions.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

APRIL 6 - Candace Cameron-Bure, Actress (49)

APRIL 7 - Francis Ford Coppola, Director (86)

APRIL 8 - Skai Jackson, Actress (23)

APRIL 9 - Elle Fanning, Actress (27)

APRIL 10 Mandy Moore, Actress (41)

APRIL 11 Ken Carson, Rapper (25)

APRIL 12 - Brandon Urie, Singer (38)

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April 1985 - The Foodgrain raffle that raised about $3,000 for starving people in Kenya was announced on Saturday evening. Shown drawing the winning tickets is Janice Willan, as committee members Grant Bowman and Dave Campbell look on.

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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 or early 1950s.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection

Antique switchboard at Gosfield North Communications Co-Op Ltd., Cottam, April 2000.

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The Leamington Minor Hockey Association gave out their year-end awards and these three men were among the winners. Steve Kiss (left) won the Ref of the Year award, Gary Hillier (middle) took the Coach of the Year honours and Jim Whittal (right) won the Mr. Hockey award.

U15 Blazers take OMHA crown in Whitby

The U15 Talbot Trail Blazers are OMHA champions after a whirlwind OMHA weekend in Whitby April 4-6, capped by an exciting 5-4 double overtime victory in the finals.

On Friday morning the Blazers faced off against the Collingwood Jr. Blues and came out with a vengeance, scoring early and often en route to a 9-3 win.

Nash Fuerth led the attack scoring four goals, while Lucas O’Neil potted two. Brayden Foster, Isaiah Georges and AJ Youssef each added one to round out the scoring.

Friday afternoon saw the Burlington Eagles as the Blazers’ next opponent. While it was not the best game for Talbot Trail, another win was added to their record as they skated away with a 3-2 win.

Austin Goudie opened the scoring and notched the game winner with 5:00 to play, while Youssef added a goal in between.

On Saturday, the Blazers found themselves up against the Clarington Toros and controlled the play most of the game, adding a third win to their record in round rob-

in pool play, winning 4-1.

Lucas O’Neil popped in two goals and Nathan Mariuz and Nolan Jones with an empty netter sealed the deal.

This set up an early Sunday morning semi-final with the #1 ranked team in the province, the Blazers, against the #2 ranked team, the St. Thomas Stars.

The first period saw no scoring as each team refused to make the mistake that would give the other the advantage.

But with 9:01 to play in the second period, while shorthanded, AJ Youssef touched the puck ahead of the faceoff and went cross-crease to Austin Goudie, who tapped it into the open cage.

Next, with Talbot on the power play, Fuerth sent a pass across to O’Neil at the dot and walked in and rifled his snapshot bar down to increase the lead.

Then, with just under three to play, Goudie found the puck along the wall, stepped out with one move around the D, and fired his shot low blocker.

Kevin Ondic, between

the pipes, earned the shutout while aiding his team to the 3-0 victory.

Late Sunday afternoon was the setting for the final against a familiar foe, the Centre Wellington Fusion. It was a very fast-paced, back and forth game with the Fusion desperately trying to take an early lead. With 1:26 to go in the first, Youssef slid the puck to Goudie just outside the line, and he took things into his own hands, banging in his own rebound to take the lead.

A little over six minutes into the second, Goudie corralled the puck behind the net and fed Fuerth in

the slot, who ripped his shot over the shoulder of the goaltender.

Moments later, Larry Jeffrey tied up his man on the draw and O’Neil swooped in, sending the puck back to Nolan Jones at the point, and fired his hard snapper in through traffic.

But Centre Wellington was not going to roll over and concede defeat. The Fusion scored 20 seconds later and then midway through the period, on the power play, scored again.

Three minutes later, while on their own power play, Youssef went high slot to Jeffrey, who tipped

it to O’Neil on the dot, and he ripped his slapper five-hole.

The Fusion refused to go away, scoring with 14 seconds left in the period.

For most of the third period the Blazers held off a desperate team, but with 3:58 to play Wellington scored, resulting in a 4-4 tie.

The first overtime was fast and furious with both sides trying to score. Talbot was on their heels for a few minutes, but Ondic in net and sheer determination held them in.

After a resurfacing, the Blazers stepped onto a clean sheet of ice a different and more confident

team. For five minutes they controlled the play and had numerous scoring chances, then with 5:37 left to play in the second overtime period, Max Pyne kept the puck in at the line and rifled his shot on net. Austin Goudie found the rebound and shot it past the outstretched goalie for the 5-4 win.

Ondic in net for the victory was then swarmed by his teammates in celebration.

Talbot Trail is now invited to compete in Collingwood for the OHF Championship tournament as the OMHA Champion representative.

The Ontario Minor Hockey Association U15 champs, the Talbot Trail Blazers. Front row, from left, are Kevin Ondic, Brayden Foster, Lucas O’Neil, Nash Fuerth, Kelton McCabe, Connor Rumble, Braylon Aflak, Nicholas Chisholm. Back row: Zachary Dillen (Assistant Coach), Larry Jeffrey, Nathan Mariuz, Nolan Jones, Austin Goudie, AJ Youssef, Nicholas Magri, Maxim Pyne, Isaiah Georges, Charlie Ketler, Tyler Dillen (Trainer), Tony Youssef (Head Coach), Dylan Impens (Assistant Coach).

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Milton’s Luke Johnson (21) eyes a rebound which seconds later he will whip into the open side of the Flyers’ net for the first goal of game one of the West Conference finals.

Brown (15) watches the play.

Flyers and Menace knotted 1-1 in West finals

By C. Scott Holland

A combination of injuries and perhaps a bit of underestimation caused the Leamington Flyers their first loss of the playoffs here last Friday, April 4.

Nevertheless, the Flyers rebounded from that 4-1 loss to the Milton Menace with a 3-2 win in Milton on Sunday night.

With 1,136 fans packing the Highbury Canco arena Friday night, the Flyers had what appeared to be a quick start, forcing the Menace and creating offense, but didn’t produce a goal.

A key point in the contest occurred at 5:58 when Ethan Walker took an unfortunate four-minute kneeing penalty which gave Milton a prolonged extra-man drive.

Less than a minute into

the penalty, Milton’s Luke Johnston whisked a Justin Dezoete pass into the Flyers’ net and it was 1-0.

For much of the remainder of the first period, the Flyers were forced to play defensive hockey as Milton kept the attack going until the buzzer.

By the end of the first, Flyers’ starter Marcus Vandenberg had halted 13 shots while Menace goaltender Carter Bickle had turned aside only five.

At the outset of the second period, Leamington showed some resilience as their offensive attack rose.

The Flyers hit pay dirt at 4:06 when Marquis Brown and Brayden Degelas hooked passes to Colton Smith, whose left lane shot eluded Bickle and made it a tied game.

But not long afterward, the Flyers’ defensive

wheels suffered a couple of flats. At 8:22, Menace forward Johnson cashed in his second of the night into the top left corner for a 2-1 lead.

Nearly two minutes elapsed before Milton went on a two-on-one break with Marcus Hicks and Ivan Fabjan who scored to make it 3-1. Shots by both clubs were fairly even as Vandenberg stopped nine and Bickle 10.

At 2:58 of the third, Nathan Catalano took Gavin Sheehan’s right-to-left feed and tabbed the fourth Milton goal. Most of the third period was a series of battles along the boards and for puck possession.

The Flyers then played their brand of hockey in Milton Sunday night and knotted the best of 7 West Conference finals series at 1-1.

On Sunday in Milton, the Flyers’ relentless forechecking, shot blocking and some timely first period scoring helped elevate Leamington’s game and propelled them to a 3-0 first period lead.

Milton chipped away during the second frame and closed the gap to 3-2. However, the Flyers kept the Menace tranquilized during most of the third. Milton did pull their goalie in the final minutes for an extra attacker, but it was to no avail.

The game’s intensity was displayed before the first puck was dropped as Flyer Dalton Kane and Milton’s Gavin Sheehan traded shoves before the opening faceoff. The two combatants repeated the procedure at the start of the second period as well.

The Flyers’ scoring be-

gan with Colton Smith ripping a left lane screen shot that baffled Milton’s Carter Bickle. Brody Cook and Ethan Tatomir laid the groundwork for the goal.

Smith drilled his second of the contest on a very similar type of shot three minutes later for a 2-0 Flyers’ lead. With a dozen seconds left in the period, Cade Bell cut to the net from the left lane and deked Bickle before stuffing the puck past him on the right side.

Despite playing a solid second period, the Flyers faltered a bit. A costly penalty came back to haunt them when Milton scored at 5:49.

Late in the frame, Justin Dezoete’s left point screen shot found its way through a maze of players and zipped past starter Marcus Vandenberg to make it a

3-2 game heading into the third.

The scoreless third produced some great hockey, with the Flyers winning most of the battles along the boards.

Milton did pull Bickle for an extra attacker during the final two minutes, but the Flyers showed some extra grit and held on for the win.

Vandenberg stopped 29 of 31 shots and Bickle halted 31 of 34.

Game three was played on Tuesday night in Leamington and game four is set for Friday, April 11 in Milton. Game five is set for Leamington at 7:10 pm on Sunday, April 13. Game six, if necessary, will be in Milton on Tuesday, April 15 and game seven next Thursday, April 17 at 7:10 pm in Leamington, if needed.

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HOMESCHOOL HURRICANES ENJOY A GREAT SEASON

The Homeschool Hurricanes played a great season this year with 36 players in the program. It was filled with

and the players skill level certainly grew this year. They even got to play games against two school teams, which they didn’t get the privilege of doing last year. Overall, they had a

fun-filled as this one.

LDSS sports teams kick off spring season with soccer and ultimate frisbee

By Emery Stapleton

Welcome back to the Leamington District Secondary School sports report!

The senior girls soccer season began this past Monday with their first regular season game. The girls took on Belle

River at home. Unfortunately, the Lions weren’t the better team that day and the girls lost 4-0.

Player Lindsey Curchin commented, “We had a good first half and held our own, but had some defensive mistakes in the second half, and couldn’t capitalize on any chances. But we showed we have the skill and potential to do well this season.”

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jerseys for this season. Together, the athletes have put together a burgundy design with black lettering and golf accents. The

fierce lion symbol will be featured on each member of the pride as they trample their opponents.

This week, all other spring sports have continued practicing with games coming up in the next few weeks. Best of luck to the Lions!

Golden Years Mini-Golf report

There were 60 golfers who played 36 holes of mini golf at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Thursday, April 3. They recorded an outstanding 100 holes-in-one.

caluwe and Greg Broome 38, Lloyd Symons, Debbie Clinton, Bill Gough, Larry Hillman, Tom Bondy, Ray Foster (2) and Tom Hyatt (2) 39.

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Despite the loss, the Lions are determined to rally and prepare to roar back Monday against L’Essor. Originally the game against the Aigles had been scheduled last week, but heavy rains forced a postponement. Luckily, this provides the Lions more practice time to sharpen their claws.

The ultimate frisbee team has designed new

Leading the way with 7 aces was Greg Broome, followed by Andre Lalonde with 5. Four aces: Nick Penzari, Bill Taylor and Keith Hopper. Three aces: Bill Ward, Lloyd Symons, Bill Gough, Tom Hyatt, Larry Hillman, Mike Mousseau and Andy Orsini. Two aces: Bill Mayville, Thea Reid, Julia Kos, Bob Tanner, Kaz

Wszol, Rosemary Heisler, Debbie Clinton, Donna Bileti, Cheryl Gay, Laurie Hylton, Tom Bondy, Patty Hopper, Randy Nash, Theresa Decaluwe, Moe Sweet, Nancy Springthorpe, Bill Edwards, Al Wass, Gail Turk and Barb Fick. One ace: Shran Collins, Kathy Klym, Anne Bonyai, Tony Hudvagner, Joel Bostin, Constance Budd, Barb Haas, Ray Foster, Shelley Gainham, Ron Fick, Joanne Law, MaryAnn Sherman, Carolyn Dufour and Colleen Pearse. In case you didn’t hear it on the course, Linda Lavender scored an ace on hole 18.

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Top score over 18 holes was Keith Hopper with 33, followed by Bill Ward with 34, Keith Hopper and Greg Broome 37, Nick Penzari, Kathy Klym, Debbie Clinton, Bill Gough, Randy Nash, Theresa De-

Leading the way over 36 holes with 70 was Keith Hopper, followed by Bill Ward with 74, Greg Broome 75, Debbie Clinton and Bill Gough 77, Nick Penzari, Ray Foster and Tom Hyatt 78, and Lloyd Symons, Randy Nash and Larry Hillman 79. First place went to Team 1 (Bill Mayville, Shran Collins, Nick Penzari, Bill Ward) with 321. Second place was Team 12 (Tom Hyatt, Nancy Springthorpe, Moe Sweet, Greg Broome) with 338. In third place was Team 11 (Theresa Decaluwe, Armand Decaluwe, MaryAnn Sherman, Bob Springthorpe).

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MONDAY NIGHT LADIES CHAMPS

This photo and caption corrects the one that ran in last week’s issue of the Southpoint Sun.

On Monday March 31, Southpoint Sun faced off against Sunparlour Locksmith for the championship game in the Southpoint Monday Night Ladies Hockey League. It was a rocky start for the Sun as they were down 2-0 halfway through the second period. Then they turned the jets on with a beautiful five-hole goal scored by Danielle Simpson-Watson, followed by Lea Marshall who scored to tie the game, assisted by Kathryn Ciacelli. The third period came with excitement as linemates Jess Cecile and Kim Goyeau had back-to-back goals, assisting each other, upping the score to 4-2. Locksmith scored late in the third, but it wasn’t enough. As the final buzzer went, Southpoint Sun came out on top with a 4-3 win. Left to right, in the back row, are Kathryn Ciacelli, Mackenzie Mahon, Danielle Simpson-Watson, Lea Marshall, Krista Marshall, Taryn Azzopardi. In the middle row are Joy Tremblay, Kim Goyeau, Jess Cecile, Jaclyn Woelk, Lexy Tulett. In front is goaltender Tina Manning. Absent: Brie Davis.

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Solcz repeats as GM of Year

For the second straight year, Leamington’s Justin Solcz has been named the OJHL General Manager of the Year.

In two years in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, the Flyers have posted a 79-21-8-4 record, finishing third in the West Conference last season and claiming top spot this year.

This is also the second time in their two-year OJHL history that Leamington has advanced to the conference finals.

“This award is a state-

ment of our whole organization,” Solcz explains. “Our ownership group is phenomenal, and I want to centre out our coach.

Dale (Mitchell) has been incredible in his time leading this team to the success we’ve had. I want to thank our players, coaches, staff and volunteers for all their hard work to give our community the best hockey experience possible.”

Under Solcz’s watch, the Flyers franchise won the 2022 Sutherland Cup championship as mem-

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bers of the GOJHL. The organization has also seen 13 players commit to NCAA D1 programs.

“Justin has been with the organization from Day 1 in 2018 and he has continually showcased this organization to the greater hockey community,” said Flyers owner Jason Melo. “His ability to attract top talent continues to exceed expectations and he plays an invaluable role in our continued success.”

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GIRLS HOCKEY DAY OF CHAMPIONS

Immediate Dentures

An immediate denture is an excellent alternative to being without your teeth because your smile is restored directly after your extraction(s). An immediate denture will also protect the sensitive gum tissue at the extraction site(s). The denture acts as a bandage to: •Control swelling and allow the healing to progress. •Help keep the gums/tissue free of debris (food impaction) that can cause irritation. Your immediate denture can be made in the likeness of your natural teeth, or changes can be made to your smile at your request. This process ensures that you will have the smile you always wanted without having to wait to heal.

The Essex County Local League day of champions for female hockey teams was held at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre on Sunday, April 6. Here is action between the South County Predators Blue and Essex Thunder Grey in the U11 division Tier 2 championship game. In a tight end-to-end game, the Predators came out on top 1-0 to take the Tier 2 title. SUN photo

Leamington bridge scores

The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Bridge lessons are available. If interested, call 519-738-4939.

March 31: 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Shirley Morel and Mac Stanley, 3rd Ross Macintosh and Agnes Fraser.

April 4: 1st Katy Klym and Rowe Deans, 2nd Shirley Morel and Case Mulder, 3rd Henry Hildebrandt and Derek Parry.

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