May 30, 2018

Council wants details before moving on migrant worker housing

By Mike Thibodeau

Before it simply pushes forward into a bylaw to regulate boarding houses for migrant workers Leamington council wants a lot more information.

Those details include the costs involved and town staff required and a variety of options.

“Before I tell the staff to draw up a bylaw, I want top know all the options, “said Deputy Mayor Hilda MacDonald.

Her comments came near the close of an hour-long discussion on a report about bringing in rules for boarding houses.

The discussion centred on a 75-page “boarding house study” completed by the Jones Consulting Group.

Both in the report, and again from town legal services director Ruth Orton, council was told that at present boarding houses in the urban area contravene the town’s zoning bylaw.

The study said there are 279 farm worker houses in the municipality and 89 of those are in the urban area with an average of 14.7 people living in them. There are are 139 onfarm units. The study says there are 3,350 migrant workers on local farms and in greenhouses.

Much of the detail in the study comes from the county health unit which inspects every farm housing unit, as required by the federal government offshore worker program. As well an open house was held last fall and discussions with people involved with the farming/greenhouse industry.

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The Provincial Election is Thursday, June 7. There are five registered candidates for the Chatham-Kent Essex (Leamington) riding. Check out the candidate profiles inside this newspaper on Pages A-3, A-5 and A-6.

UMEI hosts 9th annual Math Fair

Math students at UMEI Christian High School in Leamington hosted the ninth annual Math Fair on May 9. The students, from academic classes in Grade 10, 11 and 12 taught by Mrs. Chani Wiens, created dynamic displays, interactive activities and engaging presentations for the rest of the school and the public to experience.

“The purpose of the Math Fair is to engage students in mathematics and make connections to fun and interesting applications in the real world,” said Wiens. “The students really raised the bar this year and the entire school got into it.”

Topics included calculus in a movie theatre, geometry in urban planning, quadratic functions for pirates, and trigonometry in civil engineering.

The winner was a project on how calculus can be used in a bakery, where Robyn Jadischke, Alyssa Krueger and Elle Klassen created a fun, interactive atmosphere including multiple levels of challenges for all participants to enjoy.

Newly expanded Leamington Marina opens for 2018 season

After $885,000 in new dock construction and $130,000 in facility upgrades, the Leamington Municipal Marina opened for another season on Saturday May 26.

At 90% sold seasonal dock capacity, marina staff is excited for yet another summer along Lake Erie. A new pier has been built with 45-60 foot docks in order to accommodate larger seasonal and transient vessels, a rare commodity in this area.

In addition to the larger docks, six new jet ski units have also been added, bringing the total to 18 units – all of which have already been rented for the season.

Visitors will see a new digital entrance sign to highlight community events upon entering, as well as upgrades to the main building and the pavilion to extend the comfort of marina patrons.

Saturday, May 26 marked the official season opening of the Leamington Marina with the Blessing of the Fleet service at 9:00 a.m., followed by a flag-

raising with members of Municipal Council. The Windsor Power & Sail Squadron performed courtesy boat inspections. The festivities continued with a live band, the Moxie Boys, performing on the patio.

Returning this summer will be Live Music Weekends featuring entertainment on the Marina Patio each Friday from 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Sundays in the gazebo at Rick Atkin Park from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Residents and visitors alike are welcome to attend these free performances.

Detailed listings of all events at the marina and in the community can be found on the municipal Community Calendar at www.leamington.ca and on the Leamington Tourism website www.onthe42.com

Boat groups from Ohio, Michigan and as far away as Florida are regular visitors as Leamington Marina is home to some of the largest boats on this side of Lake Erie. No other marina in Windsor-Essex can accommodate this number of larger vessels on one pier, with accessible wider finger docks and main walkways, and state-of-the-art design.

From left to right, Robyn Jadischke, Elle Klassen, and Alyssa Krueger were the winners of UMEI’s Math Fair 2018 for their interactive, mathematical bakery. (Submitted photo)

Migrant workers are more often the victim, not the assailant

Leamington and Kingsville OPP Sargent Stuart Bertram has been working hard to make the area’s 5,500 immigrant workers feel more comfortable with the local police.

“Crime really isn’t an issue. We have very few interactions with migrant workers,” said Sgt. Bertram. He explained that occurrences are few and far between, and that may be because the migrant workers come from countries where the police are feared and not trusted.

“We want them to know that we can be trusted and we will help them. It’s a tough message to get across to them,” he stated during a talk at the Migrant Workers Community Program (MWCP) board meeting.

In fact, the migrant workers are actually more likely to be victimized because they are scared to go to the police for help. “They’re vulnerable. They’re here on work visas and must be on their best behaviour. It causes them to be vulnerable, as it may threaten their employment. We don’t get called a lot because they’re scared to trust us and report crime because they think that they will be in trouble,” said Sgt. Bertram.

Election Day is Coming.

Election Day is June 7, 2018. Polls are open from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. ET / 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. CT.

To vote in this election, you must be:

• 18 years of age or older on June 7, 2018; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of Ontario.

To find out where you vote, visit elections.on.ca, check your Voter Information Card or call us at 1.888.668.8683 (TTY: 1.888.292.2312).

Each voting location will have magnifiers, Braille ballot templates and other tools to help you vote.

Don’t forget to bring your ID and Voter Information Card when you go to vote.

“A lot have a distrust of government and police… We want them to know we can be trusted. We want to help them. It’s a tough message to get across to them,” said Sgt. Bertram. Opportunities such as the Health Fair held annually at the Roma Club serve as ways that the community can become more involved and learn more about the lives of the migrant workers.

Information sessions are held every month from April to October on Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. at the WECHC at 33 Princess Street. There are different topics each month. The Bilingual Legal Clinic of Windsor is a partner and organizes the orientation sessions. They translate slides to Spanish and provide outreach to the migrant workers. Topics include rights and responsibilities for workers, wellbeing and sexual health, safety with pesticides, bike safety and more.

The Fiesta Patrias festival of culture is organized in partnership with the Mexican Consulate, but the Migrant Worker Community Program would like to expand this so that all migrant workers feel included. The festival is a celebration for the migrant workers, but also invites the community at large to get to know and better understand the migrant workers.

The Migrant Community Worker Program was established in 2002 with the objective of community building by bringing the migrant worker population into the community. The MWCP is the only organization that offers these services to migrant workers.

The MWCP receives annual funding from the Municipality of Leamington ($5,000), the Municipality of Kingsville ($1,000), Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) ($25,000). Other monies to operate the program come from donations and fundraising activities.

Pictured here is the Board of Directors for the Migrant Workers Community Program for 2018, along with guests OPP Sgt. Stuart Bertram and Kyra Knapp, Culture and Tourism Developer, Municipality of Leamington. (Sun-Journal Photo)

Margaret Schleier Stahl:

Liberal

Margaret Schleier Stahl is no politician — and she’s the first to admit it. But the ChathamKent-Leamington Liberal candidate firmly believes she is the best candidate for the riding in the June 7 provincial election.

She has lived in and around Windsor-Essex County for her entire 49 years – the majority in the riding she hopes to represent at Queen’s Park – and has been advocating for its constituents for over 30 years.

While she may not have political savvy, Schleier Stahl has something she believes is more important: care, compassion, experience dealing with the government at municipal, provincial and the federal levels, and an intimate knowledge of the area and the issues its residents are now facing.

Schleier Stahl raised her family, daughter Morgan, 25, and son Brandon, 22, in the Leamington area. Morgan is a Leamington District Secondary School grad and is currently serving as a Senior Operations Advisor for the Minister responsible for Children and Youth Services, while Brandon, also an LDSS grad, is a 4th year business student and teaching assistant at Ryerson University in Toronto.

One of the major problems facing many local residents, she said, is their daily commute. She vows to do everything she can to press the government into action on the widening of the Highway 3 bypass.

“My whole family traveled that road regularly,” she said. And she admits worrying, as a parent, as her children made the trip between Leamington and Windsor.

She recently met with the Minister of Transport Kathryn McGarry to discuss those concerns.

And Schleier Stahl believes “you can’t complain, if you don’t campaign”. She said getting out and meeting local residents has been an education in itself. “I’ve already learned so much,” she said of her discussions with people of all walks of life living in the riding.

In addition to improvements to Highway 3, Schleier Stahl is committed to improvements in health care, especially for an area that has become home to an aging population, investments in mental health care, reduced ER wait times, high-quality, affordable childcare spaces, free tuition for low and middle-income students, a $15 per hour minimum wage and free prescription drugs for children and youth.

She firmly believes infrastructure money needs to be spent on transportation in the area — both high-speed rail and road safety.

Schleier Stahl said she also offers something the other candidates do not — as a woman, she said she has been told she’s more approachable, compassionate and nurturing.

“You add women,” she said, “it changes the politics.” It’s not a slight on her male counterparts, she added, but the importance of them “walking beside us”.

While she is committed to making the riding a better place for all of its residents, Schleier Stahl said the key to making the changes necessary to improve the quality of life here is by “working together”.

She said by working together to promote tourism and to improve healthcare, infrastructure and services, the entire area will benefit along with ChathamKent-Leamington.

A former business owner in the riding and admittedly “embedded in the community”, Schleier Stahl said she feels the Liberal party has managed to put together a team of very strong candidates, ones that went through an extreme and thorough vetting process before their names were put forward.

“The Liberal government has the strongest candidacy experience,” she added.

Schleier Stahl worked for the municipality of ChathamKent in variety of roles and is a life skills specialist. She has facilitated workshops for participants in Ontario Works Assistance and has obtained her Honours Degree in Social Work, her Bachelor of Education, as well as having her Life Skills coach’s certificate.

Her service within the riding includes service with the South Essex Community Council, the Leamington Mennonite Home Gala Committee, as well as a wealth of service on boards and committees in Chatham-Kent.

She is also the recipient of the Tri-County Literacy Promotion of Education Award.

Jordan McGrail: NDP

For Jordan McGrail, the effort to take the seat for Chatham-Kent-Leamington in the provincial election is as much an opportunity as it is a campaign.

The local New Democrat Party candidate began taking steps to earn a place in Queen’s Park before the election’s writ was dropped on May 9, citing an eagerness to represent the people of the riding where she has lived most of her life.

McGrail has been a robotics technologist at St. Clair College — at Thames Campus in Chatham for the first 11 years and then from the main campus in Windsor since January of this year — a career that has granted her several chances to speak publically on the importance of specific public services.

Those occasions collectively led McGrail to the realization that running for public office would be the ideal means of achieving her ambitions to see students, friends, family and neighbours gain access to amenities needed to succeed and thrive in their own home towns.

“It’s something that has allotted me the opportunity to advocate for the community,” she said of the occasions where her career has given her the chance to highlight crucial resources including health care and infrastructure. “It made me realize that I’ve got to take the fight to the next level to make sure our communities have the supports they need.”

McGrail was born just outside of Chatham, where her family own and operates McGrail’s Farm Equipment. With the exception of four years working at General Dynamics in London after graduating from the Mechatronics program at St. Clair College’s Thames Campus, she has been a Chatham-area resident since birth. As the NDP candidate for Chatham-Kent-Leamington, she considers the cost of hydro and job growth among the top priorities for the citizens of her riding.

“At the end of the day, we all want a good life with good jobs and dignity for our seniors,” McGrail said. “My goal is getting the supports to make that happen in Chatham-Kent-Leamington and our platform has the supports to make it happen.”

The riding’s New Democrat representative explained that many of the issues facing residents in CKL are the same that must be addressed throughout much of Ontario. Examples she cited include the hydro crisis and its out-of-control rates, senior care, student debt, infrastructure and employment.

“Our platform reaches out to so many people,” McGrail said of the NDP. “The plan is for the many, not for the few. It’s about the working class and community programs. It’s why I’m so proud to be a part of this team.”

Jordan is a racehorse owner with ties to the racehorse industry, while her partner Chris is a third-generation horse trainer and owner. McGrail is also an avid hockey fan as well as an advocate for women in the skilled trades professions. She is the women’s representative of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists and is involved with the Water Wells First, a community group dedicated to preserving clean, safe well water. McGrail credits Essex MPP Taras Natyshak of the NDP as a strong supporter of Water Wells First and noted that NDP party leader Andrea Horwath has visited local farms to address the group’s concerns firsthand.

In addition to some of the province’s biggest topics such as hydro rates, McGrail also highlighted the importance of tackling issues like infrastructure. She described the priority as one that is crucial to communities throughout the riding.

“There’s definitely a need to expand industry, to update sewers and address issues with flood-

ing — especially in places like Leamington,” she said. “We’ve got more than just one or two issues to take care of. There’s a need for more long term care beds in hospitals, access to benefits for workers whose employers can’t provide them and dental care. We’ve also got a great plan in place for farm care.”

Guardian, Wine Cellar in Wheatley, The Abby, Northern Reflections, Cindy’s Renny’s Lil Hils, Leamington Shoppers Drug Mart, MC3 Manufacturing, Colasanti’s Anna’s Flowers, Oakway Automotive, Maggies Flowers, Leamington Pet Value, Ruellands Stuff n Bears, Superstore, Karen’s Hair Styles & The Nail.

Thank you to the other people who helped out in many ways to make this tea magical. Jamie, Sara & Loraine for creating the magical afternoon. Jaimes Wedding Design decorations transformed the Meadows. Oak Farms for providing all roses and fresh flowers. Remedy RX Specialty Pharmacy sponsored Enchanted Adventure Parties, actors Belle & Beast. Twinning tea provided Disney Beauty and the Beast teas. Flannagans Food service & Sharon Mills added to Meadows cook’s

Margaret Schleier Stahl

Jordan McGrail

Another school year winding down

“School’s out forever.”

I remember walking out of the front door of good old LDSS with that Alice Cooper lyric running through my head. That was June of 1979, but it seems like yesterday.

I remember thinking that I’d never have a reason to go back in there but managed to walk those hallowed halls at least a half dozen times over the years.

The last time I was there was when they held an open house walk-through last summer after they closed it. I ran into a lot of people I hadn’t seen in years, teachers and students alike.

It made me long for those high school days that I once vowed I’d never go back to.

Suddenly, songs from Queen, Foreigner and Styx filled my head.

Each of you will have memories of music and world events that happened while you were in high school.

Whether you were listening to Buddy Holly belt out

“that’ll Be The Day”, or Ricky Nelson crooning about his “sweet Fraulein down in Berlin town,” or even Lionel Richie and Diana Ross teaming up on Endless Love, you have the music of your high school years.

Of course many of us experienced our first serious crush in high school. So many times it was from afar and never developed into anything, but it brings back good memories.

As the current school year comes to a close, I notice a recurring theme in this area with empty schools dotting the Leamington landscape. It seems they all grew old together, just like the kids that went there. Besides LDSS, we have Mill Street, Queen of Peace and the old Ridge school sitting idle, with nothing but memories floating through their hallways.

It’s probably that way all over, but more noticeable to me as I drive the streets of Leamington.

Gore Hill came close to getting the axe last year but a group of parents fought the decision and actually con-

vinced the board to change their mind. Go Gators!

Mark Ribble

I feel that those six years I spent at Gore Hill went a long way toward me becoming the person I am today. There’s something to be said for a rural education in my opinion.

I still run into fellow Gore Hillians (we weren’t Gators in those days) almost on a daily basis.

Speaking of school memories, there is a huge reunion weekend being held for the LDSS graduating class of 1978 this summer. I’m a year younger than those people but I know that Brad Frederick (also a Gore Hill grad) and his committee have put a ton of work into it. If you’re one of those 1978 grads, you should plan on attending the weekend of July 13-15. They’ve got a Facebook page so look them up.

Sunday, June 3 the service will be at St. Luke’s on the Bloomfield with Pastor Eric Skillings leading at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, June 10 the worship service will be back at Talbot Street Community United Church, 3741 Talbot Trail East (old #3 Hwy) with Eric leading at 9:30 a.m. You are invited to join us. Casual dress is ‘de rigueur’ for comfort.

Talbot Street and east of town Plans underway for Leamington District Secondary School

Faith Talks discussions are held Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Charing Cross U.C. kitchen. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, June 6 the T. Street UCW will meet for lunch at the Car Barn at 11:30 a.m. (subject to change) for final dispositions. All ladies of the church are welcome. Then they and others will proceed to the Meadows of Wheatley to host the June birthday party for the residents and their guests at 1:30 p.m. The entertainment will be by Crystal Gage.

Sunday, June 3: Valettta Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 172nd Anniversary at 10 a.m. Refreshments and fellowship follow, 4319 Middle Line (old #98 Hwy) between Tilbury and Merlin. Everyone welcome.

Friday, June 8: St. Andrew’s (South Buxton) is holding its annual Strawberry Social at Merlin Hall, 5-7 p.m. Broasted chicken, strawberries and ice-cream. Tickets must be ordered by Sunday, June 3 from Alice at 519-

689-4408.

TALBOT STREET AND EAST OF TOWN

Shelley Craig

Saturday, June 9: St. Andrew’s (S.B) is hosting a reunion to celebrate its upcoming 160th Anniversary on Sunday, June 10 at 11 a.m. Guest choir is the Friends of Buxton. Everyone welcome. Sunday, June 10: Craford Cemetery Service at 2:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 17, Father’s Day: Shanks Cemetery Service at 3 pm. Please bring lawn chairs.

The Alzheimer’s Society of Chatham-Kent is presenting a two-part workshop on dementia, especially for caregivers and family members. We personally guarantee that this is an interesting and helpful presentation. For dates, location and times call 519-352-1043.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Florence, Carman Dodman, Dorothy Schoof and Julie McLimont, Jamie Armstrong, Tom, Jon and Terry Shanks.

Birthday greetings, some a bit tardy, are being sent from the whole Talbot Street community to Annette Skillings on May 28, Sharon Campbell-Rayment on May 29 and Brian Authier on June 3.

40-year

reunion

If you graduated in 1978 from Leamington District Secondary School, your classmates would like to hear from you.

There is a 40-year reunion being planned during the July 14 weekend. It is open to all students who graduated (or would have graduated) from LDSS in 1978, along with teachers and staff.

Contact Brad Frederick at 519-324-6790 or LDSSBrad@gmail.com for tickets to the main event on Saturday, July 14 at the Roma Club and for other reunion details.

Complete event information is available at LDSS1978.com

Mark Vercouteren: Green Party

Mark Vercouteren loves a challenge and is not one to give up easily.

At 50, the Green Party candidate for ChathamKent-Leamington firmly believes “big picture thinking” and hard work are the keys to success.

In his fourth time around as a candidate for the Green Party, Vercouteren knows it is an uphill battle but is willing to put in the work to make the riding a better place for its constituents.

In addition to putting his name forward for the June 7 provincial election, Vercouteren’s foray into the field of politics began in 2011 as a provincial candidate in Kitchener. Despite failing to win the bid for that seat, it didn’t discourage Vercouteren from running for a provincial seat in the Essex riding in 2014.

The following year, Vercouteren made an unsuccessful federal run in Chatham-Kent Essex but that has failed to dissuade him from following his dream of serving the people of his home riding — ChathamKent-Leamington.

Vercouteren puts a positive spin on his unsuccessful campaign bids, choosing instead to look at each run as a lesson in politics.

“Every time I run, I get better at it,” he said. “I’ve learned so much from each campaign.”

Vercouteren grew up in the family greenhouse business in Blenheim, spending his early years helping out by manning the family fruit stand.

It was through that work that Vercouteren learned

firsthand about the issues facing area farmers.

While he moved out of the area to pursue his education, B.A.s in physics and math from the University of Waterloo, Vercouteren returned to his hometown of Blenheim with his wife about six years ago.

Vercouteren believes firmly in a government that sees “the big picture”, his own campaign slogan, and a party that believes in “people powered change”. He is a candidate that demands solutions based on “what actually works”.

Vercouteren said one issue he believes is key in Leamington is finding farm workers locally. He said it’s a difficult issue to resolve when the unemployment rate is so low, and the work is seasonal and so dependent on the weather.

An increase in the number of processing centres, said Vercouteren, would allow farmers to expand their variety of crops and ensure the produce doesn’t get shipped out of the area. He said it would also provide a number of steady jobs in the riding.

He said we need plans that don’t focus solely on the next election, but instead, focus on the future and future generations.

While Vercouteren openly admits getting elected will be “a challenge”, he believes as a Green Party candidate he is most suitable as the next MPP to serve Chatham-Kent-Leamington.

“The Green Party is growing and winning elections in Canada,” he said. In his travels he has learned that people are tired of the state of provincial politics and “are looking for a change — a real change”.

“People are looking for alternatives,” he concluded.

Vercouteren has worked in IT in several cities across the province and said his 15 years’ experience working at a call centre would serve him well if he were elected Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP in the upcoming provincial election.

Drew Simpson: Independent

Drew Simpson is the lone Independent candidate vying for the Member of Provincial Parliament seat for Chatham-Kent Essex.

According to a news release issued by Simpson, he is a serving member of the Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment and an alumnist of Royal Military College of Canada.

He has an “ongoing” cross-disciplinary degree in humanism from Kings University College at Western University and a diploma from St. Clair College in business, border services and general arts and science.

“A native born to Chatham, Simpson has seen and observed the need for necessary projects and the economic value of this area,” the release stated.

His platform includes a “major plan to shift the agricultural industry and help alleviate the strain on the food markets for Canadians.”

Simpson stated he thinks the region has “suffered enough” because of party politics and the closure of the Heinz plant in Leamington and the Navistar truck assembly plant in Chatham.

“It is time that party politics make room for the strategic initiative of independent MPPs and what is best for their riding, not the party,” he said in the release.

“My main plan is to seek election and to facilitate the acquisition of $200,000,000

extra million for this riding and the two communities from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund. In addition I am seeking allowing drilling rights to Union Gas in the Great Lake for the transfer of natural gas to Sarnia via pipe for distribution to northern Michigan. I endorse high speed rail however I would also like to see rail transit from Leamington to Chatham as a commuter and leisure endeavour,” he stated.

Drew Simpson

Mark Vercouteren

Rick Nicholls: Progressive Conservative

Rick Nicholls has represented Chatham-KentLeamington for seven years, but believes there is still plenty of work to be done for his constituents.

The local Progressive Conservative incumbent is seeking his third term as Member of Provincial Parliament for the riding. Nicholls first took office on behalf of the region at Queen’s Park in October of 2011 and then successfully defended the seat in Toronto to start his second term in early July of 2014.

A born and raised Chatham resident, Nicholls’ political career was preceded by employment with Toronto-based Dun & Bradstreet. There, he was responsible for the financials of the business credit investigation company. Afterwards, he spent two years in Navastar’s management training program and then 12 years

with Union Gas before dedicating a full 25 years to his own business, Nicholls Training Group. His company allowed him to work in several different business sectors alongside established employers including Chrysler Canada, J.D. Power and Associates and the Ford Motor Company. Nicholls’ business took him to locations across Canada and 17 American states, twice addressing the Canadian Embassy to the United Nations in New York City. He also taught one year at the St. Clair College Thames Campus in Chatham in its business department.

Always having had an interest in politics, Nicholls first set his sites on involvement with government at the municipal level while in his 30s. With the arrival of the third child for he and wife Dianne, however, po-

litical aspirations were temporarily put on hold while he continued to focus on his business. After the three children grew up and set out on their own, the chance for Nicholls to pursue politics arrived with the 2011 Ontario provincial election.

“That was when I figured that if I’m ever going to do it, now’s the time,” Nicholls explained. “My wife said ‘go for it’ so I threw my hat into the ring. Now, seven years later, here I am.”

Thank You!

Thank you for coming to my 90th Birthday Party! I appreciate the well wishes, cards, gifts, and donations to the Bank Theatre.

- Herm Dick

Before the writ was dropped for the current election on May 9, Nicholls served as the critic for tourism, culture and sport as well as the critic for correctional services. As Election Day draws near, he remains focused on a lengthy list of issues including health care, rising hydro rates, infrastructure and affordable housing and senior care.

“One of the things we need is more doctors,” said Nicholls, who played a pivotal role in having Chatham-Kent-Leamington designated as an underserviced area. “For the sake of ‘orphaned’ patients, we need to invest more money into nurses and other health care professionals.”

Like Progressive Conservatives in other ridings, Nicholls also stressed the importance of reducing hydro rates that he explained have spiraled out of control.

Lovingly remembered by husband Jake, children and grandchildren In Loving Memory of

If memories bring us closer

We are never far apart For you are always in our thoughts And forever in our hearts.

“That’s something I’ve been fighting for seven years,” he noted. “Our caucus is in full agreement — we will scrap the Green Energy Act and carbon tax to put more money in people’s pockets.”

Nicholls is also calling for measures to improve the safety of motorists, declaring that he wants to see the twinning of Highway 3 in Essex County and the widening of Highway 401 between Tilbury and Lambeth with the addition of a concrete barrier.

“We also need more affordable housing,” he added. “Geared to income housing has proven to work well, especially for seniors, people on hard times and vulnerable populations.”

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory Of Mary Nykyfork

May 30, 1994

Another year has passed and yet it seems an eternity since I talked to you last.

Gone and forgotten by some you may be, But in my memory you will always be.

Lovingly missed, Daughter Lillian

March 8, 1925 – June 9, 2014

You are both still with us in heart and mind each day, though we cannot hear your voice nor feel your warm embrace.

Precious memories keep you near and when we reminisce we realize how blessed we were to have you guide our steps.

We love you and miss you, Pat, Susan

Nicholls’ commitment to the communities of his riding have been brought forward through involvement with the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Chatham Jaycees, minor baseball and hockey, Community Living in both Chatham and Leamington and hospice support in Chatham as well as Leamington. Nicholls also played a role in keeping the obstetrics department open at Erie Shores Health Care (formerly Leamington District Memorial Hospital).

“I also like to be involved with Leamington’s Mennonite, Lebanese and Italian communities,” Nicholls explained. “I really enjoy their events. They’re always good to me, so I like to support them.”

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory Of JOHN ZUK

June 1, 1973

Dear Daddy:

If I had all the world to give, I’d give it, yes and more

To hear your voice and see your smile, and greet you at my door. But all I can do Daddy, is go and tend your grave And leave behind tokens of love, to the best Daddy, God ever made.

Love you and miss you Daddy........ Daughter Mary Jane and kids

Rick Nicholls

Busy month coming up at the Legion

WHEATLEY

LEGION NEWS

BRANCH 324

With 5 wins, Rosemary Duquette and Jim McClellan led the 22 players at Fun Darts on May 18 at Wheatley Legion. Four teams tied with 4 wins – Erika Simpson, Steve Acott and Willie Palko – Marie Decaluwe, Bonnie Evoy and Steve Clements – Nikole Clements and Richard Howe – Velma Hope, April Simpson and Larry Evoy. Also tied with 3 wins were Patricia Suy, Skylar Robinson and Gord Crook – Sherry Decaluwe, Julie Reid and Mike Simpson. Avoiding the skunk with one win were Mary Robinson, Tim Moore and Garry Hope. Lady doublers were Bonnie, Nikole, April, Skylar, Sherry and Mary. Join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.

Jan Watson

Judy Pickle won 3 times at the Meat Draws that were run by yours truly on May 19. Brad Dunmore and Bill Hyatt won twice and other winners were Gloria Sheldon, Murray Loop, Jim McClellan and Bill Derbyshire. Mary Robinson won the 50/50 draw. Join us at the Meat Draws on Saturday afternoons. Tickets go on sale at 3 p.m. and the draws run from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Stop in for lunch this Wednesday May 30 for Chili Cheese Nachos. Lunch starts at noon and everyone is welcome.

The weekend of June 8-10 will be a busy one! It is Windfest Weekend that will be full of many kite-related activities for young, old and in between. It is also Wheatley Legion’s first Outside Patio weekend of the season. Entertainment will be provided by “Bigg Wiggle”, a Windsor-based band. And a highlight of the weekend will be a celebration in honour of the 75th Anniversary of Wheatley Legion Branch 324. Weather permitting, a ceremony will be held at the Ivan Coulter Park followed by a light lunch reception at the Branch. The community has made this possible and we hope you will help us celebrate!

Coming up… June 16 Birthday Bash featuring Cross Eyed Cats… June 17 Ladies Auxiliary Breakfast… June 23 a fundraiser at the Branch sponsored by the Order of Eastern Star for the PTSD Equine Therapy Program of Wounded Warriors Canada… June 29 - 30 Outdoor Patio.

Foot Care Clinics are held on Tuesdays at the Meadows of Wheatley. Seniors in the Wheatley 825 phone area are eligible to use this service with partial payment being made by the Wheatley Legion. Call 519-564-0935 to book your appointment.

Tackle Hunger Week: June 4-8

Donations accepted at Southpoint Sun-Journal office

Every year during the first week in June, more than 10,000 Purolator employees, customers and partners join Canadians from coast to coast to raise awareness about hunger in Canada and collect food and funds for food banks across the country as part of Purolator Tackles Hunger (PTH) Week.

All of the donations raised during PTH Week stay in the community where they are raised and benefit the local food bank.

Three ways you can show your support of PTH Week: • Online. Make an online donation to your local food bank at Purolator.com

• In person. From June 4-8, bring a food donation to the drop-off site at the Southpoint Sun-Journal office at 194 Talbot St. E., Unit 5, Leamington. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Purolator will pick up the donations.

• On Facebook and Twit-

ter. Purolator will donate 1 pound of food to food banks across Canada for every: new like of its Facebook page; like/share of Purolator’s Tackle Hunger related posts from June 4-8; tweet using the hashtag #TackleHunger.

With more than 10,000 employees, more than 2,800 courier vehicles and the ability to reach almost every destination point in Canada, Purolator is committed to helping alleviate hunger in the communities where it operates.

Since its inception in 2003, Purolator Tackles Hunger has helped deliver the equivalent of more than 12-million pounds of food to food banks across the country. According to Food Banks Canada’s 2016 HungerCount report, more than 850,000 Canadians, one-third of whom are children, rely on food banks each month.

From Honduras to Canada

Grade 9 students from Leamington District Secondary School’s Preparatory International Baccalaureate (IB) Program are writing a series of articles about newcomer students at LDSS. Despite their challenges prior to arriving in Canada, the students have been successful in so many ways.

Xiomara Guerrero is a Spanish-speaking Honduran who has been living in Canada for 1½ years. She previously lived in Catacamas, Honduras, a much larger municipality than Leamington, and lived most of her life there with her grandparents. Xiomara’s mother left Honduras to go to America when Xiomara was just 3 years old. After living in Canada as well, her mother went back to Honduras when Xiomara was 16. Soon after, they all departed, by plane, for Toronto and then Leamington. Xiomara currently lives with her mother and sister, who is in Grade 8. Her brother is married and has a child, and the rest of her family members still live in Honduras and North America.

Xiomara is currently taking English, Math, History and Science, but her favourite class is Music. After high school, she wants to attend university to become a nurse or doctor.

She went to school in Honduras and says that there isn’t too big of a difference between school here in Leamington and school in Catacamas. However, she claims that school in Honduras was slightly more challenging, and had more students. Although the number of students at LDSS may not be as high as Xiomara’s old school, she hasn’t had a hard time making friends. She’s quickly developed friendships with her peers and can even speak Spanish with some of them. However, like anyone who’s had to move away from their home, Xiomara misses her friends back in Honduras, and calls or texts them every day. She enjoys a lot of good memories with these friends and remembers celebrating their special 15th birthdays together with swimming or other fun activities.

Xiomara will be working hard this summer at her packing job at Nature Fresh Farms and will be celebrating her 18 birthday in August. She will also be enjoying her favourite pastimes of dancing, playing soccer, hanging out with friends, shopping and playing saxophone, a hobby she’s picked up since moving to Canada.

Xiomara’s life has been filled with surprises; she wasn’t all too sure what to expect when she landed in Canada, more than 5,000 km from home, but it’s obvious that none of those obstacles have slowed her down, and she will continue to make LDSS proud in the years to come.

Xiomara Guerrero moved to Canada from Catacamas, Honduras. She is a newcomer student at LDSS.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, if you are seeking pleasure, try some healthy pursuits. These can include exercise, soothing baths, hiking trips, or other acbody.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Try to be as perceptive as possible when dealing with individuals in the days to come, Taurus. This will help you help them as effectively as you can.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

you this week, and you may feel like there is nothing you cannot do, Gemini. Others will respond positively to your advice.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, if you are commanding enough, you can accept a position of leadership in the near future, even if you haven’t yet had authority over others. This is a turning point.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Take shifting emotions in stride, Leo. There is no right or wrong way to feel. If something does become troublesome, talk it out

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, a long to-do list may leave you wondering why you decided to take on so much. Consider the ways you can lighten your load and approach remaining tasks one by one.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, your efforts will soon begin to bear fruit. You may feelalize your goals. Just don’t steer on your success.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22lationships this week, Scorpio. ensure you let others know just how much they mean to you.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Take pride in your accomplishments and those of your associates, Sagittarius. You have collectively been working hard and deserve all the recognition you get.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Look for ways to be more independent this week, Capricorn. Explore different events or possibilities where you can hang solo. You can use some time alone.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

dealing with mixed feelings that you can’t get to the root of. Relieving stress can ease any worries you have.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

A greater sense of clarity is coming your way, Pisces. Remind yourself to be inspired by the sights and people around you.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

MAY 27

Jamie Oliver, Chef (43)

MAY 28

Cameron Boyce, Actor (19)

MAY 29

Mel B., Singer (43)

MAY 30

Bray Wyatt, Wrestler (31)

MAY 31

Duncan Jones, Director (47)

JUNE 1

Amy Schumer, Comic (37)

JUNE 2

Zachary Quinto, Actor (41)

William Cornies

William Cornies, 89 years, passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Beloved husband of Helen (Rempel). Dear father of Larry (Jacquelyn), William (Susan), Jim (Linda), Jennifer Fittler (John). Loving Opa of Darryl (Lianne), Graeme (Jen), Andrew (Kathleen), Natalie (Tyler), Robbie, Brittany (Mark), Brendan, Mason, Vivienne, and Great-Opa of Gwendolyn, Matilda and Natalia. William was the youngest of eight children, survived only by his sister, Sally Epp. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and in-laws.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

A private graveside service was held prior to the Memorial Service to celebrate William’s life at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East, on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 11 a.m. Pastor Victor Winter officiated.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to U.M.E.I. or the Leamington Mennonite Home. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Council looks at migrant housing

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The report didn’t highlight complaints but those are a concern of some councillors.

There may be “no official complaints,” said Councillor Tim Wilkinson, but he does hear of problems.

“There are complaints ... I know we have to do something,” said Mayor John Paterson.

He said he didn’t want to punish an industry but he “had to address concerns presented to us.”

Councillor John Hammond said his worry was the safety of the workers and the town would certainly be criticized for not doing anything if an accident were to occur.

In his report, Ray Duhamel of Jones, said a major decision that council should make is to determine what number of people determines the difference between a large and small boarding house. He recommends 10 and those would require more regulations, although all boarding houses would require some method of licence or regulation, or zoning control.

The added aggravation of more rules for farmers and greenhouse growers was another worry for MacDonald. She said the town doesn’t have “good record” of getting things done quickly.

Two representatives also spoke representing the greenhouse industry, Frank Ricci and Jackie Lassaline.

Ricci said the boarding houses are already regulated by the health unit and if the town brought in a program who “was going to pay for it” and would it mean hiring new staff.

He added that if the town simply moved ahead with the report then where would the “consultation” process be with the public.

Lassaline said there was “no justification to move forward” until there is more discussion with the stakeholders.

She said Leamington was a “unique situation” when it comes to boarding houses with a “time delay” and “more staff.”

An issue that was undetermined but involved much discussion focused on sewer capacities.

The view was that a large boarding house would put more pressure on sewage but exact details were unknown until a modelling study could be done.

Services director Rob Sharon said that could take up to two years to complete at a cost of $250,000.

Larry Martin

Larry Ronald Martin passed away peacefully at his home in Leamington on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the age of 79.

Loving father of Lori Mills (late Ken) and Ron Martin (Marcia). Grandfather of Hanna and the late Kelsey. Brother of Theresa Butler. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Larry was retired from Heinz after many years of service. In his early years, Larry was a dedicated and well respected hockey and baseball coach in Leamington.

At Larry’s request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice Cremation Centre (519-254-2585).

If you so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca

Ann Stepharnoff

Ann Stepharnoff, 84 years, passed away to be with her Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Erie Shores HealthCare.

Sandra Friesen

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Friesen on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at the age of 52. Sandra died peacefully after a two-year battle with cancer. She is survived by her parents, John and Trudy Friesen, her brother David Michael, her loving companion and best friend of 20 years Louis Brouilette, and his greatgrandson Malik with whom she shared a special bond. Sandra was predeceased by her dear sister Suzanne in 2013. She will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, lifelong friends, and colleagues.

Blind from birth, Sandra attended the W. Ross McDonald School for the Blind in Brantford for 12 years, graduating with a Grade 12 diploma. She then attended Kingsville District High School for two years and attained her Grade 13 diploma. Sandra went on to study at the University of Windsor earning a Bachelors Degree in Multi-Cultural Studies.

Loving sister of Raymond Stepharnoff (Marion), the late George Stepharnoff, the late Arthur Stepharnoff, the late Ethel Brown (the late Marwell), the late Roy Stepharnoff, the late Shirley Wright (the late John), the late Gordon “Gus” Stepharnoff (Jan), the late Winifred Ferguson (the late Gerry). Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Dear friend to many. Predeceased by her parents Eva and William Stepharnoff. Special thanks to Dr. Gow, Dr. Tawil, and staff at Erie Shores HealthCare and Leamington Mennonite Home.

With respect for Ann’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631).

Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

To have an obituary notice placed in the Southpoint Sun-Journal, please contact your Funeral Director or call our office at 519-398-9098.

Sandra lived life to the fullest with joy, dignity, courage, selflessness, humour, and was known for her sharp wit. True to her nature and spirit, she chose to battle her cancer privately, never letting herself be defined by her illness or blindness. Sandra loved music, reading, community involvement, socializing with family and friends, and traveling with Louis. She dedicated countless hours to charitable organizations such as Canada-Food for Children and the Connections Family Learning Centre. She served on the Board of Directors for Handy Transit and was on the Windsor Advisory Accessibility Committee. She was also instrumental in raising funds and resources for children, families and communities in Cuba and other third world countries. In this regard, she built lifelong relationships with her personal support directly impacting the lives and educational opportunities for many.

The family extends sincere thanks and appreciation to the 6th-floor staff at WRH and the 3rd-floor staff at HDGH Palliative Care for their care and compassion. In lieu of a funeral, the family has chosen to honour Sandra’s life with a Legacy Gift that will enhance the lives of others.

The family requests no flowers, but instead donations may be made to the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners, 40 Industrial Rd., Leamington, ON, N8H 4W4, SWOgleaners. ca, in memory of Sandra.

She will be forever in our hearts. And, “Yes Sandy, you did measure up.”

Enter to Win

BBQ and Camping Gear

1965 Impala SS 50 years later!

An email arrived from Marv Howie of London: “Hi Bill. We have been reading your old car stories for many years, never thinking we would have an old car story for you but here goes!”

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

When Marv and Ann Marie met over 50 years ago, Marv owned a 1965 Chev Impala SS. They changed cars a few times and were married in 1970. Every once in a while when they were reminiscing about how, when and where they first met, they would talk about their ’65 Chev SS and what a great car it had been and how much they enjoyed it.

Fast forward to 2017 when Marv got a call from a childhood friend named Jack. They talked about what they were doing in retirement. Jack, a retired auto mechanic, said he

Another ’65 Chev Impala SS making new memories! looked after a number of classic cars for a man named Fred who sadly passed away and his family was now selling the cars.

Among them was a ’65 Chev SS and in Jack’s opinion it was one of the best of the bunch. Marv talked with Ann Marie about buying it, which she was fully onboard with. After a few phone calls, a plan was made to see the car.

However, their son Wayne, also an auto mechanic, said there was no way that Marv and Ann Marie were to buy the car until he checked it out first.

Marv and Wayne went to New Brunswick to see the car. When Wayne looked at it, and not speaking out loud, moved his lips to say

artREMINDERS

BANK ONTHE42 MUSIC SERIES AT SEACLIFF PARK AMPHITHEATRE

FREE all ages concerts - Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic and enjoy the new amphitheatre and fabulous local music from Windsor Essex County performers in multiple genres!

June 23 - Bad Moustache - classic rock covers with a side dish of blues

July 14 - Dale Butler & Friends - Easy Listening for your listening pleasure

July 28 - Jen Knight - Blues, Soul, Rock

August 11 - No Drama - Classic Rock covers, high energy, & a good crowd pleaser

August 25 - The Family Soul 50’s style Jazz & Swing with a bluesy twist

MEETINGS

The Bank Theatre Board Meeting - Tuesday, June 12 - 7:00 p.m. - enter at back stage door and down stairs. Membership $5 - All welcome!

VOLUNTEERS

LOVE TO VOLUNTEER? Join our growing team of the best volunteers on the planet! Membership $5. Visit our website to learn more.

RENOVATIONS

During renovations at The Bank Theatre upcoming events will be held at offsite locations. Visit our website for updates. www.banktheatre.com

GET SOCIAL WITH THE BANK THEATRE

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube

Email us at: banktheatre@gmail.com Website: www.banktheatre.com

behind the Masonic Temple. Parking lot entrance is on Clark St. across from Police Station. Please RSVP to Jackie at 519-3261361.

HERITAGE CHOIR PRESENTS ITS ANNUAL SPRING PROGRAM on Sunday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. Variety of old and new, German and English, songs of Spring and Hymns of Praise will be sung. Freewill offering for Leamington Mennonite Home Music Therapy Program AND Meat Canner. Join the choir in praising God’s Name in song at Heritage Centre, 31 Pickwick Drive, Leamington. SPINA BIFIDA & HYDROCEPHALUS AS-

ARTS @ THE MARINA: Exhibitor Spaces Still Available

The Leamington Arts Centre proudly presents its 26th annual Arts @ the Marina outdoor arts and crafts show. This two-day event held June 30 and July 1 at the scenic lakeside Municipal Marina features dozens of artisans on display, live local music, children’s activities, food and refreshments. Arts @ the Marina is a family tradition and one of the only shows of this type in the area to offer FREE visitor admission! Exhibitor rates start at just $125 for the entire weekend and NO commision on sales!

A1 CHINESE RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER FOR THE LAC

Monday June 4, 11am - 7pm

Please join us for lunch or dinner at the A1 Chinese Restaurant at 321 Erie Street South, Leamington. Let your server know you are there to support the Arts and 55% of your bill will go directly

charitable organization reliant on community support.

SUMMER KIDS ART CLASSES!

Time: 10am-12pm, Ages: 7-12, Cost: $55 per class

Saturday, June 9: KIDS ROCK MASTERPIECES

Saturday, June 23: KIDS PAINTING TEENY TINY MASTERPIECES

Saturday, July 7: KIDS! READY TO GET MESSY? Acrylic Pours

Saturday July 21: JUST KIDDING AROUND: Acrylic Painting!

Saturday August 11: JUST KIDDING AROUND: Drawing Part 1

Saturday August 25: JUST KIDDING AROUND: Drawing Part 2

LAC ARTS @ THE MARINA Call for Exhibitors

Limited Space! More info. and to register, call, visit our website or visit the LAC in person.

LAC MEMBERSHIP MONTH: stop in or go online to become a member

Memberships generously help to support the many FREE community events and activities at the LAC, inlcuding free daily gallery admission. Individual memberships $30, Family $40,

SOCIATION OF ONTARIO FUNDRAISER NIGHT, Monday, June 4 from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. at Chances Gaming Lounge, 14 Mill St., Leamington. 100% of ticket proceeds are donated to SBHAO. For tickets call Barb Siddall at 226-783-0278.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, June 6, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE.

MENTAL CAPACITY & WELL-BEINGWellness Seminar on Wednesday, June 6 at 1:30 p.m. at Seacliff Manor, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Refreshments & giveaways. RSVP seacliffmanor.ca or 519-326-2624.

“Holy **** Dad, this car is the real deal!” They brought the car back to Ontario.

It has a 327 V8 with 300 horsepower, 4-speed floor shift transmission, factory AC, power and tilt steering, original interior, Crocus Yellow, and mint with only 53,000 miles. And a First Place Award at a car show in Kissimmee, Florida. Ann Marie and Marv can hardly wait for the summer of 2018 to take some road trips and visit car shows! And yes, when you shift into fourth gear you can briefly hold hands, and if you listen carefully, you might hear some ’50s and ’60s tunes playing!

The

STRAWBERRY SOCIAL LUNCHEON Saturday, June 9 at

WHEATLEY TWO CREEKS ASSOCIATION MEETS Thursday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. at Wheatley Legion. All welcome. Membership $5.

FUNG LOY KOK TAOIST TAI CHI OPEN HOUSE - Wednesday, June 6 from 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. and Thursday, June 7 from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Learn how to improve circulation and balance, increase strength, reduce stress, and focus on the well-being of body and mind. For more info go to www. taoist.org, call 519-255-9744 or email windsor@taoist.org

now running at St. John the Evangelist, Erie Street. Mondays at 6:30 p.m. - Westover After Care. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. - SMART Recovery. Fridays at 7:00 p.m. - Cocaine Anonymous.

Lift your spirits at Wheatley WindFest Weekend

The first Wheatley WindFest Weekend is shaping up to be a weekend to remember. Organizer George Paisiovich and an organizing committee of volunteers have been working for the past few months to pull together the area’s first family-friendly kite flying festival June 8, 9 & 10. Here are some commonly asked questions, answered by Paisiovich.

WHAT IS WHEATLEY WINDFEST?

WindFest is a community celebration of natural family fun. It is about kids, adults and professional kite flyers playing with the wind together in a windscaped setting.

WHAT IS “WINDSCAPING”?

Windscaping is outdoor art that dances with the wind incorporating fabrics, colour, feathers, orbs, bamboo, movement, banners, windsocks, metal art, and various whimsical creations which create a sense of beauty and ever-changing fun.

WHAT CAN PEOPLE SEE AND DO AT WINDFEST?

Most importantly, kids will have a chance to run around in the fresh air and play with the wind, and from that learn a bit more about nature - and patience. Or they can take a break and enjoy some great local food or watch Mary Poppins on a giant screen. For parents and grandparents, it is a unique opportunity to unplug and play together as a family. For people of all ages, it is a relaxing few hours to delight the senses in a way few other activities can. For those athletically challenged, it is a great equalizer where a person

in a wheelchair can participate and have as much fun as the most athletic sports champion.

WHAT DID YOU MEAN ABOUT KIDS LEARNING “PATIENCE” AND “UNPLUGGING”?

Just look around you. Everywhere people have their noses in an electronic screen of instant gratification. Press a button and instantaneously something expected happens. That is not real life. Things don’t always happen as planned and we need the capacity to adapt. Kite flying teaches us that. Gentle winds, too much wind, sudden gusts and changes in direction, no wind, everything in constant change – that is the real world, not the digital world of push button cause and effect.

MARY POPPINS?

Yes, our community partner the Wheatley BIA will be showing Mary Poppins throughout the event on their outdoor movie screen, complete with free popcorn.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR INVITED PROFESSIONAL KITE FLYERS:

Wow. People have never seen this combination of talented flyers together in one place. Our headliners include from the USA coordinated stunt kite team the Windjammers; kite designer, artist and performer Jon Trannepohl; Ted Shaw, President of the Great Lakes Kitefliers Society who flies a variety of kites; along with Canadian fliers Carlos Simoes, Mark Grochen, and Vaino Raun have an amazing collection of single line, double and four-line kites, inflatables, and

SpEqTRA holding a Trivia Night

The Special Equestrians Therapeutic Riding Association, or SpEqTRA, as they are more readily recognized as, has changed its fundraising focus this year.

Unfortunately, after 12 years of playing host to the Hoedown at the Marina, declining attendance and the abundance of work forced the decision to try something new.

This year SpEqTRA will be playing host to a Trivia Night on Saturday, June 9 at the Marina pavilion. Teams of four ($25 each player) will compete in a fun evening of trivia. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. and there will be cash

awards for top finishers, door prizes and raffles, with food and drinks available.

For more information or to register a team call 519322-2463 or visit www.speqtra.ca

SpEqTRA also has a fundraising golf tournament on Sunday, August 19. This is a scramble format with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. at Talbot Trail Golf Course in Wheatley. Cost is $65 each and includes nine holes of golf and a perch dinner. If there is space open on the day of the tournament, golfers will be accepted for $70 each.

windscape creations.

WHAT TYPE KITES WILL PEOPLE SEE?

We will be featuring some of them on our Wheatley WindFest Facebook event page, but they will include two and four line stunt kites, large inflatables creatures, 100 foot streamer kites, papillon and butterfly kites, kites from Japan, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, England, France, Malaysia, Tasmania, Brazil, India, Afghanistan, USA, Canada, Mexico, Spain, New Zealand, and more.

RCMP Musical Ride coming to Leamington Fair

For Leamington District Agricultural Society President Tammy Wiper it’s 10 years in the works but worth every bit of time and energy she has put in. She grins from ear-to-ear, so excited, honoured and proud to boast about this year’s special guests at the fair in June – the RCMP Musical Ride.

The agricultural society will play host to 32 horses, their riders, tack people, groomsmen and the rest of the entourage June 14-17.

The RCMP Musical Ride is a team of RCMP officers dressed in their signature uniforms (including scarlet tunics), the broad Stetson hat, atop their black horses-- performing intricate figures and drills, choreographed to music.

She thinks it’s the perfect way to mark one of Ontario’s longest running fairs—with a group symbolic of Canada, dating back to 1874.

She also believes it’s a great, inexpensive way for local residents to see the RCMP riders in action. Wiper said for the mere cost of admission to the fair ($7 for adults, kids 12 and under free), fairgoers will be able to witness this beautifully choreographed performance. She said there will be two performances – one on June 16 and one on June 17.

Wiper said since becoming president 10 years ago she has tried every year to lure the group to Leamington. Each year she received a similarly disappointing email – that Leamington just didn’t fit into their tour plans.

In fact, it’s been 17 years since the RCMP Musical Ride performed in Leamington. The team graced the fairgrounds in 2000, co-hosted by the agricultural society and Leamington Kinsmen.

This year’s fair will take place June 15, 16 and 17 and promises to be bigger and better than ever. Wiper said the barns will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., those same days, for fairgoers to tour.

Music Mondays at the Marina are back!

Everyone is welcome to enjoy complimentary evenings of music throughout the summer at Leamington Marina, weather permitting. Musical Mates – Brad and Lynn Bailey, joined by Jim Chorba and Brian Bailey – will entertain from 6:15-7:45 p.m. each Monday from June 4 until August 27. Sit, relax and sing along to a variety of secular and gospel music. Bring your lawn chairs and insect repellant. For more information call 519-324-5140. (Submitted photo)

Two Creeks summer concerts begin June 3

Two Creeks Conservation Area in Wheatley is all set to start off their 26th season of Summer Music Concerts on Sunday, June 3rd.

Kicking things off is Wheatley's own Crossroads band. Three local gents of varying ages and musical tastes combine forces to create what they call "Wheatley Rock and Soul" featuring music from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.

This popular Sunday evening event draws an audience from across the region. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. The hat is passed for donations to help offset the cost of the performers and maintenance at Two Creeks.

So, bring your lawn chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of Rock and

Soul with the Crossroads Band.

Two Creeks Conserva-

tion is located on Kent Road 1 just 1 km north of the village of Wheatley.

Crossroads will kick off Two Creeks Summer Concert Series on June 3. From left to right are Mark Dawson, Tim Fischer and Dan Jones. (Submitted Photo)

Bantam Lakers capture title in Wyoming

The Harder Heating & Cooling Bantam travel team visited Wyoming over the weekend for their first tournament test of the year.

Friday night, May 25, had the team playing against the host centre Wyoming, a nemesis from the provincials two years ago where Wyoming beat the Lakers twice in capturing the Peewee OBA championship, so the boys had some extra motivation on this night. Curtis Chorba and Michael Vida combined for a 9-0 shutout victory, each striking out 4 in the contest.

Saturday morning the Lakers took on a tough opponent from Sarnia. Sarnia came out ready to play and put up 4 runs in the first inning with an impressive hitting display. From there, the Lakers matched their opponents over the final 6 innings with strong pitching from Spencer Bergen and Troy Tiessen, but Sarnia’s pitchers were too much on this day and the game finished in a 5-1 loss.

Saturday afternoon, after a day in the sun, the Lakers came out a little sluggish for their final opponent in round robin play. After being tied 2-2 through 3 innings of play, the Lakers woke up and finished with a 9-2 win over Wallaceburg. Tyler Wiebe and Conner Bergen struck out 8 and Nathan Pilmer closed out the game with a perfect seventh. Michael Vida led the way with a perfect average, plating 3 times in the contest.

The win, combined with the Lakers low runs against, gave the Lakers first seed in their division and set up a semifinal match up with West London Tin Caps.

After another tight contest with the score 2-2 through three, the Lakers opened up the game with a 4-run fourth inning. Michael Vida pitched 5 strong innings and Brandon Friesen closed it out to preserve an 8-2 victory. The Lakers had clutch hits from Spencer Bergen’s two-run double, Nathan Pilmer’s bases-clearing double and Kanaan Gale’s runscoring triple. While Brandon Friesen sparked the troops with a one hop shot to the 325’ fence in left field.

The win set up a rematch with Wyoming in the finals after they defeated Sarnia in their semi-final game.

The Lakers once again handed the ball to Curtis Chorba on the mound. He went 5 strong innings, giving up 2 runs on 5 hits while backed with some highlight defense by Tyler Wiebe at short. The offensive spark came from Andrew Sleiman with a deep ball to left field leading to the game’s first run, a 3-run third inning started by Conner Bergen’s

double to left centre and then timely hitting in the sixth inning with TJ Jennings, Curtis Chorba, Spencer Bergen, Kanaan Gale and Nathan Pilmer ripping 5 hits in a row to spark a 3-run sixth inning. The Lakers then handed the ball off to Spencer Bergen to close out a 7-3 victory and capture the championship.

Congratulations to all members of the Bantam Lakers team!

The Bantam Lakers travelled to Wyoming for a tournament May 25-27 and won their first championship of the year. Team members are, in front: Catcher Thomas Jennings. First row, left to right: Coach Ryan Wiper, Kanaan Gale, Conner Bergen, Austin Neufeld,

Curtis Chorba, Tyler Wiebe, coach Nick Neufeld. Back row: Coach Kevin Gale, Nathan Pilmer, Alex Jadischke, Troy Tiessen, Michael Vida, Spencer Bergen, Andrew Sleiman, Brandon Friesen, coach Steve O’Neil. (Submitted photo)

Minor Baseball Off to a Good Start

Saturdays are filled with house league games in most divisions as Leamington District Minor Baseball Association’s 2018 season is well underway. The youngest players seem to draw the largest crowds as parents and grandparents root on their little ones. Here, 3-year-old Beckett Ribble gets some assistance from his dad and coach, Kyle Ribble, in the T-ball division.

Barons knock off Pirates

The Leamington Junior Barons exploded for six second inning runs on their way to an 11-3 win over the Port Lambton Pirates last Saturday afternoon, May 19.

Five players (Anthony Fehr, Ryan Wall, Lucas Lamotte, Kyle Wall and Joe Funkenhauser) led the offense with two hits each.

Kyle Wall had two doubles and Fehr had a triple in their respective totals. Kameron Wall and Lamotte had three rbi’s each.

Brett Enns posted the win on the mound. Dawson Iles came on in the sixth to earn the save.

The game was played on the beautiful Port Lambton field and evened the Barons early season record at 1 and 1.

The Leamington Junior

Barons win home opener

The Leamington Junior Barons trailed 3-0 after one inning, scoring 13 unanswered runs on their way to a 13-3 victory over the Tecumseh Rangers in their home opener on Friday evening, May 25.

“Not sure if we were nervous but it took us a couple innings to get untracked,” said coach Chris Lamotte. “We went ahead 5 to 3 after three innings then never looked back.”

Brandon Teichroeb and Kameron Wall led the Barons’ 18-hit attack with three hits each. Anthony Fehr, Lucas Lamotte, Joe Funkenhauser and DJ Wales had two hits each.

Fehr was the offensive spark, knocking in four rbi’s. Lamotte and Wall shared the pitching duties combining to give up 6 hits and striking out 7 Rangers.

Catcher Dawson Iles squashed a couple of Tecumseh scoring threats when he threw out Ranger baserunners with perfect strikes to third baseman Joel Giesbrecht in back-to-back innings.

The Barons play in a newly formed Junior league with Corunna, Essex, London West, Port Lambton, Tecumseh, Walker Homesites, Woodslee and Wyoming.

The next Leamington home games are Friday, June 1 against the Port Lambton Pirates at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 3 at 1:00 p.m. against Corunna at the Kinsmen Baseball Complex.

Wheatley Area Minor Soccer U16: On May 25 the Fearsome Fangs took the win 7-2 over the Car Barn. Pictured are Nathan Cardoso (left) and Kaden Sova-Ford. (Submitted photo)

W.A.M.S. U9: Aidan Fehr (left) of Wheatley Omstead Sharks and Marla Amaral of Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop battle for the ball on May 24.

JESSOP’S JOURNAL

Bryan Jessop

When in Rome…

Ever have one of those weekends where you can’t wait to get back to work?

It probably depends on what you do for a living and thusly, whether or not you hate your job. I consider myself quite lucky on the employment front, so from time to time, I DO in fact sometimes have a weekend where I actually can’t wait for Monday to roll around. Last weekend, with more than a bit of help from my son’s BFF’s dad, I put up a fence along the southern boundary of my back yard. The other two sides were already fenced, so I figured it would be a fairly quick, low-effort affair.

Not so much.

Setting posts was the worst part of it, what with all the measuring, lining everything up and making sure everything is level (well, that and hauling 66-pound bags of cement all over the place). Anyway, it was finally all said and done midway through a very hot and humid Sunday afternoon (did everyone enjoy their customary 10 days of spring this year?).

Anyway, when I finally wandered into the house on Sunday, I made my way downstairs to find my wife and son watching the animated Sherman and Mr. Peabody movie that came out a few years ago. It was pretty good, actually. As they did in the original cartoon decades ago, the duo ventured from one time period to another, getting into some pretty sticky situations along the way.

It made me think of a significant period in history not highlighted in the movie (well, I joined in about half way through, so maybe I just missed it). Specifically, the fall of Rome. I expected the genius canine and his trusty boy sidekick to have a run-in with Caesar at some point, but it never happened.

The fall of Rome kind of reminds me of the situation that my Montreal Canadiens have been in for the past quarter century or so. I saw a documentary on the pivotal era of human history a few years back and one of the factors leading to Rome’s eventual downfall seemed to be the hiring of mercenary soldiers. I can only assume it was cheaper to recruit a group of hired guns (well, there were no guns at the time, but you get the idea) than it was to actually raise and train your own troops.

That’s the part that mirrors the “Fall of the Habs.” Back in the day, it was an unparalleled honour to don La Blu, Blanc, Rouge. Players weren’t paid nearly as much, but it didn’t matter — they were just happy to make a living of playing the game they loved since they were old enough to walk. Nowadays, a big fat paycheque is the No. 1 priority. There’s no incentive to go above and beyond the call of duty for a roster that’s mostly made up of players who never set foot in La Belle Province until they were drafted into the NHL.

MANY fans are pretty fired up to see an expansion team playing in the Cup final. It hasn’t happened since 1968. It was the season of “The Great Expansion,” when the league doubled from the Original Six to an even dozen. In a bonehead move that Gary Bettman actually can’t be blamed for, the league decided to make two divisions — one made entirely of O6 squads and the other of the half dozen newcomers. I guess it probably made for a more interesting regular season (74 games) and then some exciting quarterfinal and semifinal pairings, but the final must have been somewhat anti-climactic. Surprising nobody, the Habs swept the Blues in four straight games. Nothing wrong with that, and not just because I’m a Habs fan (it happened about six years before I was even born). Traditionally, expansion teams are the league doormats for SEVERAL

seasons. That was the way it was meant to be — back then, you had to pay your dues as the fan of a new team, regardless of whether it was hockey, baseball, basketball, football or what have you. Your brand spankin’ new team got pummeled far more often than not, and that was okay — you were just happy to have a hometown team to root for.

Now, we live in an era where instant gratification is a must. The NHL knew that winning early and often would be a must for the Las Vegas Golden Knights if they were to survive the long haul, especially with an NFL team on the way (eventually).

This, in a nutshell, is why I’m not getting caught up in Las Vegas Golden Knights fever. For one, I REFUSE to call them the Vegas Golden Knights, at least in print. Do we use terms like the York Rangers, Bay Lightning, Jose Sharks, Jersey Devils or Angeles Kings? Nope.

Another thing I don’t understand about the latest expansion franchise is the fact that I’m supposed to be impressed by the fact that it currently leads the league in sales of team merchandise. Really? Fans of the other teams, for the most part, already have all the sweaters, shirts, ball caps, coffee mugs, keychains, boxer shorts, watches and other paraphernalia brandishing their team’s name and logo that they’re ever going to need. Consider all the diehard fans who collect one particular item for every team in the league — those man caves were all just one addition shy of a full collection for the start of the 2017-’18 season.

Yes, it sure would be a definitive moment on pro sports history for an expansion team to win a league championship. For the NHL, it would be the ultimate marketing achievement. I can be quite the conspiracy theorist when it comes to Bettman’s NHL, but honestly, I’m really trying NOT to suspect that officials are being bribed to call fewer penalties on the Golden Knights as the playoffs roll along.

Still, for the first time that I can recall, I’m rooting for the Caps (who have also yet to win a Cup). Washington D.C.’s never been a strong hockey town, but for those dedicated few who’ve been dreaming of Stanley Cup glory for as long as I’ve been alive, I wish them the best. Did you know they have a resident of Australia on the team (winger Nathan Walker)? I’d rather see the Cup spend a week Down Under than touring a bunch of casinos.

JOHN

HAMMOND

is seeking re-election for his second term of Leamington Council.

I have been fortunate to work with a great group of councillors over the past 3 1/2 years. I believe collectively we have accomplished a lot of our goals, moving the municipality forward and I’m excited for the opportunity to be a part of our future growth.

E.S. senior men’s golf

Because of the May 21 holiday Monday, the Erie Shores senior men’s golf league teed off Wednesday instead. Even though most of the morning was played in foggy weather, 58 golfers came out for a round of golf.

The draw winners were Brian Belmore and Bill Gherasim. Closest to the hole on #33 was Bill Conn and on #16 Dick Segedin. Longest putt on #4 was made by Barry Miller and on #14 by Gary Alderson.

In a game of 6-6-6 where for the first 6 holes the low net scored, holes 7-12 the 2 low nets scored, and holes 13-18 the 3 low nets scored.

The winning team at 125 was Don Chalcraft, Henry Hildebrandt, Tom Klassen and Dave Wilkinson. Second at 127 by retrogression was the team of Richard Reive, Barry Miller, Brett Madden and Stefan Kowal. In third, also at 127, was the team of Gary Gallagher, Kevin Shaften, Bob Kavanaugh and Wray Pollock. In fourth at 128 were John Tofflemire, Jack Russell, Bill Gherasim and Don Posliff.

The low round of the day went to Wray Pollock with a fine 80, followed by Dave Wilkinson’s 81.

An eagle was scored by Kevin Shaften on the second hole, sinking his approach shot for a nifty 2 on the par 4. Great shot, Kevin. Ron Tremblay got the only bird on the first hole, and Bill Gherasim and Bill Conn had birds on #2. Bill Conn birdied #3, along with Don Posliff and Paul Pringle. Gary Gallaghher and Guy McIntyre birdied #4. Ron Tiessen had birds on #6 and #9 along, with Dick Segedin who also had one on #9. Dennis Clarke had a bird on #10, while Wray Pollock finished off with birds on #12 and #14.

See you again next week.

18-hole ladies vie for putting prize

Twenty-three golfers in the Erie Shores ladies 18hole league played on a rather soggy but eventually sunny day on May 22. The game was Low Putts. The Group A title was shared by Lisa Fehr and Carol Quinn with 29 putts. Group B was won by Diane Penner with 26 putts. Group C heralded Gloria Thiessen as the best putter with 28 putts. Chip-ins were celebrated by Lisa Fehr on #2, Anne Badz on #7 and Laurie Munro on #2. Mary Hyrnewich was the big money winner for the longest putt contest on #4.

Lally car show returning

By Bryan Jessop

One of the region’s first signs of summer will again make its way to 414 Rocky Road in Leamington.

The fifth annual Sizzlin’ Summer Car Show will be presented free of charge to the general public Saturday, June 9 at Lally Southpoint Ford. The event will again be open to cars, trucks and motorcycles of all years, makes and models and this year, stands as Leamington’s only open-field car show. While spectators receive free admission, vehicles can be registered on site on the day of the event at $10 each, with proceeds to benefit The Bridge — Leamington Youth Resource Centre at 310 Sherk Street.

For the third consecutive year, the Sizzlin’ Summer Car Show is being organized by Lally Southpoint Ford sales consultant Steve Bott. The fundraiser was launched in 2014 by dealership service advisor Blake Hunter, with proceeds benefiting The War Amps. Last year, the gathering attracted 135 entries and gener-

ated a $1,731.60 donation for The Bridge, then still referred to as the “Building Bridges” program, prior to the facility’s official opening to local at-risk youths and other teens seeking a safe, clean location to socialize.

Sizzlin’ Summer 2018 will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and feature multiple attractions. Returning for the second straight year, members of the Southwestern Ontario Lawn Tractor Racing Association (SWOLTRA), will put on demonstrations atop a makeshift racetrack throughout the day. Also, a selection of meal items will be available for nominal fees from Rob’s All Fired Up Barbecue, put on by Lally Southpoint Ford customer Rob Seiler. The portable food service will also donate a portion of its proceeds to The Bridge. Funds will also be collected through raffles and a new Bean Bag Toss game created by Bott, offering visitors a chance to win a Lally Southpoint Ford service package valued at $105 with five tosses at a target for $5.

Vehicle entry owners will be eligible to receive one of several door prizes donated by local sponsors as well as a trophy from one of multiple categories, to be presented at about 2:30 p.m. While supplies last, Tim Hortons will provide free coffee and snacks for spectators and show vehicle owners alike while music is played by Doug’s DJ Service.

Bott explained that he’d like to see last year’s net proceeds for The Bridge surpassed this year, but also noted that any amount of monetary support generated would be more than welcomed.

“If we raise $1 more than last year, that would be awesome,” he said. “Honestly, we’re thankful for all money raised. We’re all looking forward to a good day with good cars — hopefully, the weather holds up.”

Bott and a team of eight volunteers have been preparing for this year’s car show since their first meeting took place in March. The team is again hoping to attract at least 130 vehicles, each of which will receive a dash plaque upon registration.

For more information on this year’s show, contact Bott at 519-257-5000.

Wheatley’s Paul Reid brought along his 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air to the Sizzlin’ Summer Car Show hosted by Lally Southpoint Ford Saturday, June 10 of last year. The 2018 edition of the event will take place Saturday, June 9 — also at Lally Southpoint Ford — from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds will again benefit The Bridge Leamington Youth Resource Centre. (File Photo)

Sr. badminton wraps up season

The Senior Badminton Club ended another fun and successful season with over 80 members. Play resumes at the Kinsmen Complex on Tuesday, September 4 from 7:0010:00 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.Players must be 14 and older.

Results of the inter-club tournament are as follows.

Ladies Singles: A Flight - Melissa Doster defeated Karen Driedger; B Flight - Hima Patel def. Mahlia Rosati.

Men’s Singles: A Flight - Ryan Harder defeated Spencer Neufeld; B Flight - Dave Owens def. Carson Brummel; C Flight - Ryan Dilaudo def. Misen Zakaria; D Flight - Jake Valda def. Steve Wenzler.

Ladies Doubles: A Flight - Melissa Doster and Sylvia Lutsch defeated Abby Jakob and Trang Harder; B FlightKaren Driedger and Cham John def. Zeel Patel and Hima Patel; C Flight - Abbey Wigle and Chloe Jakob def. Ashley Najem and Florence Alde; D Flight - Deborah Zsebok and Katherine DeGoey def. Lena Ingratta and Donna Mastronardi.

Men’s Doubles: A Flight - Spencer Neufeld and Jaydon Fetter defeated Patrick Michaud and Joseph Moavro; B Flight - Truong Nguyen and Chris Warkentin def. Bob Grundner and Ken Waites; C Flight - Sean Leng and Ken Krueger def. Mike Doster and Ryan DiLaudo; D Flight - Richard Medbury and Brian Whitfield def. Zach Mann and Jason Mann.

Mixed Doubles: A Flight - Abby Jakob and Patrick Michaud defeated Zeel Patel and Sanjay Patel; B Flight - Melissa Doster and Mike Doster def. Jordyn Clark and Carson Brummel; C Flight - Cham John and Misen Zakaria def. Ashley Najem and Ken Waites; D Flight - Mahlia Rosati and Marco DiLaudo def. Faith Lewis and Kayden Stammler.

Progs golf results

The May 22 Progs golf day started a bit overcast. As the temps increased, so did the light, hazy fog. Eventually the sun burned it off and it was quite delightful. The scores, however, were frightful. All teams combined were an approximate total of -200. Leading the suckage category was Joe Verhoeven with -12. Bill Kelly and Gary Alderson followed closely with -11. Roger Cote pitched in with a -10.

Winning $10 each were Ken Steingart, Bill Gherasim, Pete Andary, Norm Beattie, Richard Reive, Kevin Shaften, Geoff Dunmore, Alden Warner, Steve O’Hara, Jim Sudds, Dick Segedin, Carl Grossi, Vic Tiessen, Bob Dick and Greg Gare. The first high plus $20 was Greg Dunmore at +8; second high plus $15 Kevin Shaften at +7; and third high plus $10 Jim Sudds at +6.

Skins at $21 each were: Robert Hudders #2, Greg Dunmore #3, Matt Dick #13, Tom Miehl #15, and Ken Steingart #17. Tom Miehl had to wait a long time to get rid of the snake but Brett Madden came through in style on the last hole. Brett had been putting superbly all day. When Brett tried his approach shot, the edge of the club nailed the ball on the forehead. It had lots of steam but managed to stay on the green, but at the back. His first putt was downhill and the ball just kept rolling by the hole. Brett’s second putt was crucial. Unfortunately, Brett read the green in French but putted it in English. A miss to the left and Tom was relieved of the snake.

After all the rain, the workers had an arduous task of getting the grass cut. The rough was gnarly and long, making it difficult to find the ball. All of the proggers suffered in that grass. Once you were in it, basically it cost you a stroke. There were times I thought I was going to have a stroke trying with Herculean might to force that club through the entanglement.

Our group really thought Brett was going to run away with it. Brett had 9 of his 11 points after 5 holes. With a little remark reminding him of his accomplishment, Brett started the double bandwagon and ended up with a +2. For the mathematically fatigued, Brett accumulated a mere 4 points after hole #5.

Brett’s slice kicked into high gear, leaving the ball in some bizarre locations. On #17, Brett was close to the bridge on the left side. He did not have much room. Luckily, the ball caromed off the top of a rock and landed in the rough. It was certainly better than Vic Tiessen’s ball, playing submarine in the pond.

Regardless, everyone had a great time. With golf this challenging, all that is left is to laugh.

Correction

In the Pro-Am Golf Tournament story published Wednesday, May 2 one of the great amateurs mentioned was Ward Hutchins as the past Club Champion. In fact, Hutchins was the Club Champion in 2016 and 2017. Apologies for the understatement and Darrell is glad to correct this fact. Hutchins comes from a long line of golfers, which includes his late grandfather Harold Scott who founded the ever-popular Thursday night league at Erie Shores.

Ladies A Flight badminton finalists, from left to right: Trang Harder, Abby Jakob, Sylvia Lutsch, Melissa Doster.

Clippings

from the Wheatley Journal, May 1998

WHEATLEY SENIOR TRACK MEDALISTS - Wheatley Area Public School senior track participants who captured medals at the school meet were, left to right, front row - DeeAnna Smith, Sandra Tavares, Hilary Hodovick; rear rowBruce Langlois, Chris Simpson, David Owens.

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its eariler

JUNIOR TRACK STARS - The junior and primary medal winners at W.A.P.S. track and field events were, front row left to right - Jordyn Coulter, Trevor Grieve, Curtis Anderson, Kyle Cobby; rear row - Brittany Woelk, Lyndsey Johnston, Derek Resendes, Joel Pinch, Mary Schmidt. Insert - Cheyne Matheson.

BIG CAMPOUT - A huge “tent city” appeared in a matter of hours at the Two Creeks Conservation Area on Friday afternoon. Over 300 Cubs from across district and as far away as Ohio set up camp for a fun weekend of activities. Saturday was highlighted by numerous activities and competitions such as a dunk tank set up by the Comber Cub group.

May 7, 2008: After 30 years as a Leamington waterfront eatery, the Dock Restaurant sold its memorabilia to the public. The popular venue was started by Lee Sunshine in 1984 before the Vourakes family took over and ran it from 1988 to 2007.

May 11, 1983: Approval of about $5.4 million is given for building Leamington’s Sherk Recreation Complex, under the leadership of the Leamington Kinsmen Club.

May 7, 2008: Jackson’s Fine Gifts opened under new owners Wayne and Evelin Wharram after Bob Jackson, a descendant of the original Jackson’s Fine Furniture and China store, turned over the keys. The store

fixture in downtown Leamington beginning in the 1880s. Pictured is Jackson’s iin

years.

Leamington celebrates National Bowls Day

It’s time to get moving more and sitting less. The Leamington Lawn Bowling Association is celebrating National Bowls Day from coast to coast on June 2 is inviting residents to join them.

National Bowls Day, a country-wide celebration of lawn bowls on Saturday, June 2 is the perfect opportunity for local residents to come and experience the sport of lawn bowls. Check out www. bowlsday.ca for more information.

Lawn bowls is a fun and exciting sport for all ages and local residents are invited to come out and have a good time on National Bowls Day. Equipment, instructions and barbecue will be pro-

Paul Brown, instructor at Leamington Lawn Bowling Club.

vided. To facilitate having the right amount of food, call Jackie King at 519326-1361.

Leamington Lawn Bowling is located next to the United Church at 7 John St, behind the Masonic Temple on John St. The parking lot entrance is off Erie, the second block north of the four corners and across the street from the Police and Fire Stations on Clark St.

Wet conditions greet TT senior golfers

By Bob McLean

There were 34 diehard, enthusiastic Talbot Trail senior golf league members who played on Tuesday, May 22 despite the very soggy course conditions. The previous week there were only 10 who played because the course was so soaked by the tumultuous rainfall we’d encountered. No one submitted the scorecards, but I heard Jamie Arquette merited a terrific 41 despite the poor playing conditions.

The diligent outside crew has worked long hours to get the rough, sand traps, fairways and greens back in top shape. Hopefully, now that the warmer, drier weather has arrived we will be able to drive the carts off the cart paths. I overheard that this was the sixth wettest May on record!

Obviously, the players were frustrated and thoroughly tested by the very wet playing conditions. Carts were restricted to the cart paths.

Despite the miserable circumstances, Mike Wright scored an excellent 42. Herb Reid and Arqy were close behind as they shot terrific 43s. Jim Pearson and Steve Longeway placed third with their superb 44s. The following players obtained praiseworthy results of 49 or less: Neil Adamson, Walter Balsam, Paul Brown, Dan Livingstone, Bob Patchett, Art Regehr, Larry Schmidt, Bill Ward and Al Zanuttini. Nifty 50 shooters were Pete Daudlin and Fred Michano.

Here are the remaining golf “nuts” that we love so much for their love of the game: Gary Benninger, Jerry Paine, Ron Hillier, Erle Nash, Bryon Walker, Richard Humber, Rick Epplett, Conrad Babkirk, Fred Takaki, Reg Flewelling, Tom Sasso, Howard Mulrain, Ed Fraser, John Blood (Fuzzy), Randy Nash, Richard Humber, Mac Hyatt and Wayne Humber.

These players birdied holes: Randy Nash 3 on #1; Jim

Local Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, May 21: North/ South - 1st Roy Trowell and Ron Martin, 2nd Joyce and Sandy Gammie, 3rd Jeanne Manners and Shirley Plant. East/West - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and George Hildebrandt, 2nd Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson, 3rd Jim Perkes and Roger Cote. Games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.

Wheatley Bridge Club, May 22: 1st Dave Derbyshire, 2nd Ann Mocan, 3rd Marie Lasi. Bridge is played every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club. If you enjoy playing euchre or pepper, you’ll love playing bridge. New players are always welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, May 23: North/South - 1st Shirley Plant and Jeanne Manners, 2nd Peter Scott and Mike Thomson, 3rd Ernie and Sonia Jackiw. East/West - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Ron Martin and Derek Parry, 3rd Mary Strachan and Cathy Mitchell. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

Harrow Bridge Club, May 24: 1st Lorna Malott and Penny Stuart, 2nd Pat DeNapoli and Teri Ford, 3rd Vi Major and Marie Ellwood, 4th Morley Hofer and Case Mulder. Bridge is on Thursday at Harrowood, 7 p.m.

Pearson and Steve Longeway 3 on #5; Dan Livingstone 3 on #8; Fred Michano and Wayne Humber 2 on #9.

Wayne Humber hit a brilliant shot to within 2½ feet of the hole on #9 to win closest to the pin. Winning the long putt on #2 was Pete Daudlin.

With warmer, drier weather we look forward to more former and new players signing up for this friendly league. See you between 8:15-8:45 a.m. on Tuesdays.

YARD SALES

ANNUAL STREET SALE on Erie Glen Cr., Leamington. Friday and Saturday June 1st & 2nd 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Off Robson Rd., east of marina, follow signs. Something for everyone. my30

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TRACTORS FOR SALE - Barn stored. Massey 33 Restored, Massey 44 Original. $3000 for both. 519324-6590. my30

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COMING UP

KINGSVILLE LEGION

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VERY EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER (RPN) has recent opening for private care in home or hospital etc. References available. Call 519326-4618. my23-30

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

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APARTMENTS

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NOTICES

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF EMMA TAVARES

All claims against the Estate of EMMA TAVARES, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 6th day of April, 2018, must be filed with the undersigned solicitors for the personal representative on or before the 22nd day of June, 2018. Thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

Dated: May 16th, 2018. Matthew M. Caron

PEARSALL, MARSHALL, HALLIWILL & SEATON LLP.

Barristers and Solicitors 22 Queens Avenue

Leamington, Ontario N8H 3G8

NEWS RELEASE

Temporary Switch to Free Chlorine

Beginning on Monday June 4, 2018, the Union Water Supply System (UWSS) will be temporarily changing to a free chlorine disinfection method in the water distribution system for the UWSS service area, which includes the Municipality of Leamington, Town of Kingsville and parts of the Town of Essex and Town of Lakeshore. This temporary change in the treatment system is to facilitate a long term maintenance program on the system and to control bacterial re-growth within the distribution system.

Your drinking water will remain safe to consume throughout the temporary conversion process. The UWSS is working very closely with the Windsor-Essex Community Health Unit, the Ministry of Environment, Ontario Clean Water Agency and water distribution staff from the municipalities of Leamington, Kingsville, Essex and Lakeshore to plan and carry out this work. Regular monitoring of drinking water quality will continue throughout the process.

As the transition in water chemistry moves through the distribution pipes, you may notice a slight change in the taste and odour of your tap water. The mild chlorine taste and odour is normal and poses no health risk. Slight discolouration of cold water may also occur during the switch. This can typically be addressed by running the water for a few minutes.

Additional information on the temporary switch to free chlorine, including Frequently Asked Questions, is available on the UWSS website at www.unionwater.ca .

If you have any questions or concerns with the temporary free chlorine treatment, please contact the UWSS treatment plant at (519) 326-4447 or contact your local municipal water department.

The MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT

NOTICES

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below until 3:00 p.m. local time on June 12th, 2018, at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Civic Centre, 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8

Description of Land(s) Minimum Tender Amount

All lands are in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, the following are the geographic descriptions and municipal addresses.

1. Roll # 3650-010-001-67200 Lt 2, Pl 617; Romney; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. 1323 Bluff Line, (Wheatley). P.I.N. 00847 0100 (LT).

2. Roll # 3650-060-003-36300 Pt Lts 27 & 28, Pl 396, As In 452201 S/T & T/W 452201; Tilbury East; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 4626 Talbot Trail, (Merlin). P.I.N. 00828 0056 (LT).

3. Roll # 3650-060-004-01902 Pt Lt 9, Concession 11 (Tilbury East) Designated As Pt 3, 24R5587; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being Port Rd, (Tilbury East). P.I.N. 00824 0071 (LT).

4. Roll # 3650-110-004-10318 Lt 16, Plan 165; Raleigh; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 6707 Elizabeth St, (North Buxton). P.I.N. 00872 0118 (LT).

5. Roll # 3650-110-006-25900 Lt 13, Plan 774, As In 457151 S/T & T/W 457151; Raleigh; Municipality of ChathamKent. Being 133 Aberdeen St, (Merlin). P.I.N. 00863 0071 (LT).

6. Roll # 3650-140-004-70600 Pt Lt 20 Con 5, Lake Erie Survey (Harwich), As In 400728 “Description In 400728 May Not Be Acceptable In Future” S/T HA28244; Harwich.; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 11065 Front Line, (Blenheim). P.I.N. 00932 0006 (LT).

7. Roll # 3650-140-006-43800 Pt Lt 13, SW Victoria St, Pl 109 As In 254432; Harwich, Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being Victoria St, (Shrewsbury). P.I.N. 00938 0757 (LT).

8. Roll # 3650-140-006-56500 SE 1/2 Lt 19, S Adelaide St, Pl 109; Harwich; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 76 Adelaide St, (Shrewsbury). P.I.N. 00939 0131 (LT).

9. Roll # 3650-140-006-66800 Lt 21, N Adelaide St, Plan 109; Harwich, Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 85 Adelaide St, (Shrewsbury). P.I.N. 00939 0162 (LT).

10. Roll # 3650-140-006-78100 Lt 11, N Talbot St, Pl 109; Harwich; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 43 Talbot St, (Shrewsbury). P.I.N. 00939 0251 (LT).

11. Roll # 3650-160-004-37400 Lt 15, E Jackson St, Plan 97; Pt Lt 16, E Jackson St, Pl 97 As In 500232; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 79 Jackson St, (Blenheim). P.I.N. 00927 0171 (LT).

12. Roll # 3650-240-004-38600 Lt 139-140 Pl 75; Chatham-Kent; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 45 Albert Ave, (Ridgetown). P.I.N. 00701 0054 (LT).

13. Roll # 3650-420-007-11200 Pt Lt 2 Con 2 River Thames Survey Harwich Being Pt 1, 24R-87; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 220 Park Ave E, (Chatham). P.I.N. 00513 0091 (LT).

14. Roll # 3650-420-019-14201 Pt Lt 39, 42 Pl 309 As In 359507; Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Being 69 Spencer Ave, (Chatham). P.I.N. 00507 0262 (LT).

$6,947.03 $9,725.72 $7,782.99 $7,457.56 $13,661.35 $11,461.12 $6,767.07 $8,097.54 $19,433.21 $9,228.50 $17,354.36 $14,433.46 $13,482.11 $14.744.28

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order, or of a bank draft, or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality (or board) and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST (if applicable) and the relevant land transfer tax.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact:

OFFICE CLERK

• Part time position Thursdays & Fridays to start.

• Knowledge of Quickbooks, Excel, Word is beneficial.

• We are an IT firm in Leamington providing network support to mid-sized business clients in the surrounding area.

Please email your resume to: fiona@jdc.ca or call: 519-324-0090 x101 to discuss this opportunity.

JC FRESH FARMS & greenhouses

JOB OPPORTUNITY

General Labour Warehouse, Vegetable Packer

Hours vary on production. Wage: $14.00 per hour. Please fax resume to: 519-733-8059 or apply online at: www.jcfreshfarms.com

We are seeking

GREENHOUSE PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES

• Compensation is $14.00/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@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4

HELP WANTED

PERMANENT FULL TIME SQF PRACTITIONER / HACCP COORDINATOR

To manage and coordinate all aspects of the SQF & HACCP Programs for Weil’s Food Processing hr@weilsfood.ca 483 Erie St. North P.O. Box 130 Wheatley, ON N0P 2P0 519-825-4572

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WORK CONDITIONS:

IT TECHNICIAN

• Full time position

• Benefits Available

• We are an IT firm in Leamington providing network support to mid-sized business clients in the surrounding area.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills and an understanding of related network infrastructure including routers, switches, cabling, patch panels, access points, workstations, printers and mobile devices.

Please email your resume to: fiona@jdc.ca or call: 519-324-0090 x101 to discuss this opportunity.

General Labourers for 2018 Processing Season

• Day and night shifts 50-60+ hours/week (Mon.-Sat.)

• Working in warm temperatures

• Transport raw, finished & packaged materials; measure/ dump ingredients; check for basic quality defects

Find a complete job description at: indeedjobs.com/weils-food-processing-ltd/_hl/en_CA or Search “SQF” at Indeed.ca

• Starting wage $14.00 per hour No education, and no experience required. lori.weil@weilsfood.ca

483 Erie St. North Box 130 Wheatley, ON N0P 2P0

GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED

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. $14.00 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.

Apply:

Greenhouses Inc.

GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOUR - Full time and part time positions available. 4048 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Wage $14/ hour. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting, and other duties as assigned. No experience required. Apply to IPR Farms Ltd. by fax 519-326-6702 or email hriprfms@gmail.com. mr28-tf

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.00/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: pinnalcejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. mr7--tf

GENERAL LABOUR

Printing

$14/hour No exp req’d Apply w/ resume elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

FOOD PROCESSING PLANT

General Labour Wheatley $14/hr Leads to direct hire Union facility Apply w/ resume elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

FOOD PROCESSING PLANT

General Labour Kingsville $14/hr Leads to direct hire

Apply w/ resume elaine@peronnelbyelsie.com

GENERAL LABOUR Harrow $16.50 - $18.50/hr Union Apply w/ resume elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

MIG WELDERS

Harrow – Union Shop

$17.00 - $19/hour Apply w/ resume elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

LABOURERS

Lakeshore $16.43/hour

Apply w/ resume to Laurie laurie@personnelbyelsie.com

AZ DRIVER Oldcastle All local work Runs from Windsor to Wallaceburg, Chatham, Sarnia $19/hr – Clean abstract req’d Apply w/ resume to Elaine elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

PRODUCE PACKAGING Ideal for students – No exp. req’d Leamington area

$14/hr – apply to Laurie laurie@personnelbyelsie.com

AZ-DZ DRIVERS WANTED $17-24/hr Must be over 25 Must have clean abstract / CVOR Send resume to laurie@personnelbyelsie.com

PERSONNEL by Elsie 5923 Tecumseh Rd E, Ste 200 Windsor, ON 519-944-0669 9 AM - 4 PM Walk-ins Welcome!

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Gore Hill track and field results

Gore Hill Public School held its annual Track and Field Meet on May 11. Congratulations to the top athletes who will move on to the regional

Gore Hill P.S. 8-year-old track finalists, left to right: Izzie Miller 1st, Andrea Austin 3rd, Nolan Meadows 3rd, Mason Neufeld 2nd, Christian Desjardins 1st.

Gore Hill P.S. 9-year-old track finalists, left to right: Grace Bennett 2nd, Vivienne Fittler 1st (tie), Hannah Wilson 1st (tie), Hector Orozpe 1st, Chase Friesen 2nd, Ethan Barnewall 3rd.

Gore Hill P.S. 10-year-old track finalists, left to right: Rebecca Shanks 2nd, Heather Wilson 3rd, Lauryn Dewhurst 1st, Zachary Paine 3rd, Lukas Parsons 1st, Michael Segedin 2nd.

Gore Hill P.S. 11-year-old track finalists, left to right: Macie Antunes (in front) 1st, Ardan Fischer 2nd, Lily Steinhoff 3rd, Jak Thiessen 3rd, Ryan Klassen 2nd, Austin Wilson 1st.

Gore Hill P.S. 12-yearold track finalists, left to right: Mason Fittler 3rd, Tyler Wilson 1st, Xander Harder 2nd, Sydney Enns 3rd, Katie Neufeld 2nd, Talyse Dias 1st.

Gore Hill P.S. 13-year-old track finalists, left to right: Morgan Robinson 1st, Dylan Paine 3rd, Hazeem Nasir 2nd, Devon Klassen 1st.

W.A.P.S. holds track and field meet

The 50 km gusts of wind didn’t stop the students at Wheatley Area Public School from competing in their school Track and Field Meet held Friday, May 18.

Students from grades 1-8 participated in the meet and all students, including the JK/SK classes, enjoyed a free hotdog meal donated, prepared and served by the Wheatley Lioness. Thank-you, Lioness!

Eligible athletes in grades 4-8 travel to Chatham on June 11 to compete in the area conference meet.

The following are the overall track winners and runners-up.

6 Years Old: Overall – Sam Edwards, Olivia Edwards,

Sabrina Vieira, Zoey Williams. Runners-up – David Penner, Manny Chehade-Sherbert.

7 Years Old: Overall – Johnny Recker, Taylor Lefaive. Runners-up – Brody Brown, Karly Franklin.

8 Years Old: Overall – Ethan Derikx, Natalie Edwards. Runners-up – Blake Rougoor, Alexa Thiele.

9 Years Old: Overall – Tony Martens, Emma Brown. Runners-up – Logan Lefaive, Bella Pannunzio.

10 Years Old: Overall – Colton Selwood, Avery Hopper. Runners-up – Corny Penner, Gillian Loveless.

11 Years Old: Overall – Ben Recker, Alexa Derikx. Runners-up – Nathan Ribble, Mariah Jessee.

12 Years Old: Overall – Jacob Penner, Henry Penner, Josie Wiper. Runners-up – Evan Derikx, Faith Wiebe.

13 Years Old: Overall – Kareem Chehade-Sherbert, Paige Gabert. Runners-up – Cassius Pannunzio, Mallery Fischer.

Local youths take part in national racquetball tourney

It has been a year since Leamington hosted the Canadian Junior Nationals Racquetball Championships, but local youth are still making an impact on the event.

Three local youth playing out of the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex participated in Calgary for this year’s tournament; Zoe Chopchick of Leamington, Kyle Dick of Wheatley and Kelly Marie Barret of Tecumseh. The tournament took place April 25-28 at the University of Calgary.

It was the first time that Zoe and Kelly Marie had travelled outside the province to compete and they represented Team Ontario well. Zoe finished fifth in the Girls U-16 division and Kelly Marie also finished fifth in the Girls U-14 division. Together, they finished third playing doubles in a joint U-14/16 division.

“I am proud of the development of both the girls through the year and during the tournament,” said LKRC program coach Andrew Dick. “Zoe got better each game and Kelly Marie played through tremendous pain from a knee injury to finish her matches.”

For Kyle, this was his sixth Junior Nationals and he was determined to reach the podium in singles after falling short previously. He fell to the top two seeds in the Boys U-18 division, but played his best to win the rest of his matches and claimed the bronze medal. It is a tremendous achievement but even greater was when the provincial coaches chose Kyle as the recipient of the Sherman Greenfield award for excellence and sportsmanship on and off the court.

Team Ontario coaches are proud of the achievements of all their advanced athletes.

These three youth all started by participating in the Junior Beginner Programs offered through the Leamington Recreation Complex September through April.

Coaches of the local program strongly encourage new youths to register.

The Wheatley Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will celebrate 75 years with a service on Saturday, June 9 at 1 p.m. at Coulter Park, across the street from the Legion, 27 Erie St. N., Wheatley. An open house will follow at the Branch after the service, with an outdoor patio for those who prefer to sit outdoors. Everyone is welcome. In case of inclement weather, the service will be held at the Legion. The official date of Wheatley Legion’s Charter is June

Wheatley Area Public School track and field winners.

From left to right, Zoe Chopchick of Leamington, Kyle Dick of Wheatley and Kelly Marie Barret of Tecumseh — all members of the racquetball club based out of the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex — participated in the 2018 Canadian Junior Racquetball Championships in Calgary this year. (Submitted photo)