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A panel of particpating agencies answers questions from the media on Monday, June 8. From left are Bruce Krauter, Chief Essex Windsor EMS, Kristin Kennedy, VP Patient Services and Chief Nursing Executive, Erie Shores HealthCare, Dr. Ross Moncur, Chief of Staff and interim CEO, Erie Shores HealthCare, Hilda MacDonald, Mayor of Leamington, Alberto Bernal-Acero, Mexican Consul, and Nelson Santos, Mayor of Kingsville. The photo on the right shows the testing stations set up in the gym at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Complex. Sun photos
Recreation Complex set up to test agri-food workers
By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — The newly named Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre is home this week to a COVID-19 Assessment Centre revolving entirely around the agri-food industry. With the death of two young offshore workers last week in Windsor-Essex, a collaborative effort has been made between a number of agencies to get approximately 8,000 farm workers in the region tested. The collaboration, spearheaded by Erie Shores HealthCare, also includes Essex Windsor EMS, the Municipality of Leamington, Windsor Regional Hospital, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare, Windsor Essex Community Health Centre, Home and Community Care ESC/Ontario Health West Region, Canadian Mental Health Association Windsor-Essex and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Windsor Essex County Health Unit. The gymnasium at the complex has been converted into a swabbing and testing clinic with social distancing instructions posted everywhere.
There are 10 testing stations in the gym and workers will exit the bus, enter the gym, register and be tested. Anyone exhibiting symptoms or who appears to be ill will be taken aside and assessed, then sent to hospital if necessary. Testing began Tuesday morning and is expected to conintue into next week. Migrant workers will be encouraged to sign up for Erie Shores HealthCare’s new Migrant Worker Health Aid Card while they are there, so that it may expedite future visits. Erie Shores HealthCare’s Vice President of Patient Services and Chief Nursing Executive, Kristin Kennedy, addressed the media on Monday, alongside Essex Windsor EMS Chief Bruce Krauter, Erie Shoress HealthCare Chief of Staff and interim CEO Dr. Ross Moncur, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos and Mexican Consul Alberto Bernal-Acero. Essex Windsor EMS Deputy Chief, Justin Lammers and ESHC’s Kristin Kennedy conducted a short tour of the facility
with the media prior to the press Krauter realizes that there is conference. a job to be done and credits Erie Dr. Moncur spoke to the need Shores HealthCare with getting for a dedicated testing facility things rolling. for the agri-food sector, after so “Kudos to the Erie Shores many weeks have passed. HealthCare team and every“We’ve all learned a lot after one who has stepped up to the all of these weeks,” he said. “We plate,” he said. “They’ve not just will all look back and see what hit the ball, they’ve hit the ball we could’ve done better.” out of the park.” As for testing capacity, Dr. The Assessment and TestMoncur said there are over 8,000 ing Centre for COVID-19 at Erie workers in the region and they Shores HealthCare remains open feel they can test up to 500 per for regular business. day. “We have plenty of testing supplies,” he added. Essex Windsor EMS continue to do clinical follow-ups for those who test positive. Last week’s initiative of providing clinical follow up care by EMS and ESHC to farm workers, continues to pay dividends. Bruce Krauter summed it up best when he talked about the collaboration between the multiple agencies. “The collaboration has been amazing,” he said. “Other EMS Chiefs in Ontario have contacted me to see if they can Justin Lammers and Kristin Kennedy led a tour of the Assessment Centre. replicate this process.”
Windsor-Essex excluded from province’s Stage 2 start-up ESSEX COUNTY — Windsor-Essex has been excluded from the province’s Stage 2 opening, which will begin on Friday, June 12. Nine other regions of Ontario, including Sarnia-Lambton, have been dealt a similar fate. In Chatham-Kent, businesses there have the green light, provided they fall under the Stage
2 plan and open with restrictions in place. Businesses in Wheatley who fall under ChathamKent jurisdiction, may be able to take part in Stage 2, but it’s best to check with those businesses to see what their plans are. Stage 2 gives the green light to personal care services such as hair salons, barbers, nail salons and tattoo parlours. It also
allows restaurants, bars and food trucks to open their patios and serve dine-in customers outdoors. Shopping malls may now open with some restrictions. Outdoor-only recreational facilities and training for outdoor team sports, with limits to enable physical distancing, may begin to re-open. Water-based recre-
ational activities, such as public pools, splash pads and pools located in hotels can also open with some restrictions. Water parks, slides and wave pools are currently not allowed to open. The good news, is that all across Ontario, the new limit of people at a gathering is now 10, up from five. In addition, all places of worship in On-
tario may open with strict social distancing protocols in place and no more than 30 per cent capacity in the building. The province will announce each Monday, which regions will be able to move on to Stage 2. As Windsor-Essex waits for the green light, businesses are busy preparing for that possibility.
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June 27th Miracle is rolling out across Windsor-Essex ESSEX COUNTY — Hot off the heels of a highly successful May 16th Miracle in ChathamKent, Windsor-Essex is gearing up for a massive food drive of its own. The June 27th Miracle will bring a much-needed influx of non-perishables to food banks across Windsor and Essex County. The committee has put together a group from a cross-section of people across the county and they are looking for numerous volunteers. They are also looking for food donations on Saturday, June 27. “We are asking every resident in Essex County to put one non-perish-
able on their front step by noon on June 27,” said spokesperson Josh Lane. As happened in Chatham-Kent last month, an army of volunteers will walk the streets across Windsor-Essex and collect the donations. They will be brought back to a
central area within each municipality, where everything will be organized and counted. All donations stay within the community where they are collected.
The Chatham-Kent food drive set an unofficial world record for food collected in a 24 hour period, with 678,200 lbs of food. The Windsor-Essex group is hoping to surpass that, but they need volunteers to make it happen. It’s estimated it may take between 5000 and 10,000 volunteers to pull it off. Adam Lally, another member spearheading the movement, added, “Let’s make a miracle happen.” You can sign up to volunteer at www.june27miracle.com.
Fire Chief misidentified in last week’s tornado story
CORRECTION — Last week’s tornado feature wrongly identified Chuck Parsons as the Fire Chief in Leamington during the tornado event. In fact, Parsons was the Deputy Fire Chief and Bob Bradt was the Fire Chief in Leamington at that time. Chief Bradt retired from the depart-
ment after 45 years in 2011. Chief Parsons, now Kingsville Fire Chief, became Leamington’s Fire Chief after Mr. Bradt’s retirement. We spoke to Chief Bradt on the phone and apologized for the mistake. As always, he was gracious about it and we thank him for that.
Modified Blessing of the Bikes takes place for Hogs By Mark Ribble KINGSVILLE — While the 5th Annual Hogs for Hospice event has been put on hold until 2021, organizers went through with the annual Blessing of the Bikes on Sunday, June 7. The blessing took place at the First Lurtheran Church in Kingsville under the direction of Pastor Susan Tillinger and Pastor Dave Bretzlaff. The Hogs for Hospice Committee and numerous volunteers were on hand to facilitate social distancing and keep the bikes moving. Signs with messages of encouragement were held up for the participants to see on their way in and out of the event. The church parking lot was set up to keep the bikes moving and discourage any gathering in groups, with the pastors offering a blessing to each motorcycle as it passed under the tent. Last year’s event attracted about 600 motorcycles, while this one counted about 246 bikes and their riders. Sun photos
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Birthday cruise group raised over $3000 for hospice LEAMINGTON — The Leamington and Area Birthday and Frontline Essential Workers Cruise group teamed up with China Village Restaurant and DJ’s Auto Spa on Sunday, June 7 to raise fund for Erie Shores Hospice. The fundraiser included a car wash
and bake sale and China Village provided one free lunch special per car wash. About 140 meals were given out to vehicle owners in about four hours time, the group raised $3125 for Erie Shores Hospice. They made a presentation at the hospice on Tuesday.
Linda and Mike Ohler, of Kingsville, get tested for COVID-19 at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s mobile random testing set-up on Wednesday, June 3 at the Kingsville Sports Field. Sun photo
Health Unit conducts mobile drive-thru testing site at Kingsville Sports Field This classic car was the first to be washed at the charity car wash held on Sunday, June 7, behind China Village Restaurant. The group raised $3125 for Hospice. Sun photo
All local long-term care homes free of virus ESSEX COUNTY — The WindsorEssex Health Unit announced Monday that all area long-term care homes have been removed from the outbreak list for COVID-19. As recently as three weeks ago, Windsor-Essex had as many as 20 long-term
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By Mark Ribble KINGSVILLE — The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s mobile drive-thru COVID testing unit came to Kingsville on Wednesday, June 3. It’s part of a concentrated effort to get as much random testing done within each municipality as possible. The event ran from 10am to 5pm at the Kingsville Sports Field parking lot off Kratz Sideroad. According to organizer Khalid Saadeldin, from the WECHU, they were
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Hundreds line streets as peaceful protest makes its way to Kingsville
KINGSVILLE — The main streets of Kingsville were full of peaceful protesters Sunday afternoon as about 300 people stood in unison to support the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement. The protest had people lining Main Street and parts of Division near the four corners of town and observed social distancing, while showing their
solidarity for the cause. Signs ranged from “Black Lives Matter”, to “I Can’t Breathe” and many things in between, following the lead of American protesters who’ve been out for the past ten days gathering in support of the late George Floyd, who died at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.
About 2:30 pm, the group moved toward the high school area and gathered there, forming up again in the front of Migration Hall, where several people shared stories of their experiences and the crowd chanted. The gathering ended about 3:30 pm. Families protested together, and many couples stood side-by-side for the
cause, with most of the protesters wearing protective masks. Passing motorists were vocal as well, honking their horns in support of the protesters. The marches and protests were numerous across Essex and Kent counties over the weekend, as well as other parts of Ontario.
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Letter to Editor
Kinsmen deserve credit for years of service and fundraising Hi, my name is Roger Hodgson. I joined the Leamington Kinsmen Club in 1970. I’ve also been a member of Leamington K40 Club (an auxiliary of Kinsmen Club) for the past thirty years. There have been many editorials regarding the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex name change. So I thought one more wouldn’t hurt. I must say right off the top, that Nature Fresh is to be congratulated in their move to help bolster the operating costs of Leamington’s great recreational complex, because that operation takes a lot of money! When I first joined the club, the first fundraising project I worked on was the “Bulb & Candy Blitz.’ The week before Halloween, 75 members (yes, seventy-five) went door-to-door in the town of Leamington, selling light bulbs and candy. We raised $747.00 and were overjoyed. Many projects followed, both big and small. The next big one was the building of the new fairgrounds grandstand at the racetrack. The original grandstand was very badly burnt and non-repairable. It was located on Erie Street north, where the original arena was located. When the new grandstand and track were completed, the Kinsmen were allowed to bring harness racing to Leamington. We ran the operation for about 10 years, raising some $300,000. Another ongoing project we were very successful at was the original Kinsmen Kanteen at the old recreation centre (arena). The funds raised allowed us to purchase two Zambonis. We also raised funds for the installation of the glass around the ice surface.
Our next adventure was the construction of the Kinsmen Swimming Pool & Wading Pool, just north of the old arena. This pool project served the town of Leamington for many, many years. In the early 80s, the club was approached by Bob Daudlin on behalf of the first Trudeau government, to spur the building of the Sherk “Recognition of a C e n t r e . the job well done, was We, c l u b , took on all we wanted.� the proj— Roger Hodgson ect and donated $250,000 to the fund. As well, we had our own Kin Paul Middlemist to function as the project manager. One of our best fundraising projects was the Millionaires Night, held each year for about ten years, at the local Roma Club. The project brought in $160,000. Leamington, as you know, is the Tomato Capital of Canada and each year, the club celebrated at the Tomato Fest. The club helped the festival by operating a huge beer tent at Seacliff Park for 15 years. The beer tent had bands for entertainment for all. This project brought in another $500,000. We worked on many fundraising projects for the next few years until 2000 came along. The Kinsmen Club’s very biggest ever proud moment, was to turn over
a cheque in the amount of $2,000,000 (that’s two million dollars). This was to be used in the building of a new twoarena complex attached to the Sherk Centre. It was going to bear the name LEAMINGTON KINSMEN RECREATION COMPLEX, so we were very, very proud. Then came the shock of 2020. Our name would disappear from the outside of the complex. We thought we had earned it but all the work done by the club from 1945 to 2020 seemed to be forgotten. I know it’s all business, so the $2 million would appear to be the use of the Kinsmen name for 20 years at $100,000 per year. A point of information, the Kinsmen bylaws state, that we must turn over 85% of all funds raised to the community. ‘Serving the Community’s Greatest Needs’, is our mantra.
My opinion and mine alone! Recognition for a job well done, was all we wanted. Just a thought, a sign that says it all: NATURE FRESH CORP. RECREATION COMPLEX in large 10� silver letters. AKA the Sherk centre� in small 2� letters. AKA “The Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex� in small 2� letters. GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. The thing that worries me and kind of scares me is that The Kinsmen Sports Field might be next. The years and years of recognition that we, the Kinsmen Club of Leamington, have put into it will be gone! Signed, Roger Hodgson, Leamington
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Let’s talk music
As this lockdown moves along toward whatever conclusion there might eventually be, my mind turns to music. I grew up on AM radio. Leamington’s CJSP played daily in our house until it changed to CHYR, then we listened to those call letters on a regular basis. Only when we got into the car, were we subjected to other stations like CKLW, the ‘Big Eight’. My earliest musical memories were of songs like ‘The Birds and the Bees’, ‘I Want To Hold Your Hand’ and ‘Downtown’. My mother’s musical influence was the beacon by which I enjoyed my early music. She would have been 95 this week, and some of those albums she played during my childhood still ring in my ears. I became a Beatles fan at an early age, from that first listen of ‘I Want To Hold Your Hand,’ all the way through to ‘Let it Be’. To this day, if I’m looking for my musical comfort zone, I’ll choose the Beatles nine-out-of-ten times. My early love for AM radio music still sticks with me too. I think I heard so much of the pop music of the day, that I have a soft spot for performers like Bobby Goldsboro, James Taylor and Jim Croce. As my musical tastes changed in my teen years, I began to listen to more of the FM radio music. My first full time job, at Sunshine Market Gardens before it was called Leam-
ington IGA, made me a fan of bands like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, AC/DC and Foreigner. This was music that my mom never really got into. She became a big Village People fan during the disco era and also loved Kenny Rogers and Charlie Pride. She was a Tom Jones fan for many years and was absolutely in love with Engelbert Humperdinck. I remember going to the Vogue Theatre with friends to watch ‘The Song Remains the Same’ as a 15-year-old without much love for heavy rock and roll. I couldn’t wrap my head around Zeppelin music back then, but over the years, I’ve come to appreciate it. I wasn’t into going to concerts, so I’ve spent the last few years trying to catch up in that regard. Trips to Caesars Windsor have allowed me to see bands like The Doobie Brothers, Foreigner, Styx and Journey. They are all well past their prime, but still enjoyable. My last concert there was on my birthday March 5, when we went to see America and I was able to scratch one more off my bucket list. I saw Paul McCartney at Comerica Park a few years ago, which was the highlight of my music-loving life. If I never get to see anything else, I can say I watched and listened to Paul rock a baseball stadium. Not quite Shea Stadium in 1965, but close enough for me.
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Photos from Kingsville-Gosfi eld Heritage 1790-2000 Photo courtesy of theSociety Kingsville ArchivesA Stroll Through Time
Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not This heritage farm house looks very different today, mainly because the wrap-around veranda has owning a boat. been removed. The house, located on the south side of County Road (#1609) had been in the Arner The boats through the placid canal or out intophoto the rougher of Lake This family for could about be 200taken years. Two Arner family members in this (dated waters 1897) are JacobErie. Arner III photograph of an unidentifi ed family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in (Pappy) and Orlando Arner. Other former residents were Homer and Hadley Arner, and lastly Tom the late The 1940s or early 1950s. Arner. property was sold to Pete Pucovsky in 1990.
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April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.
Tomato Booth Opens - May 1981 - The traditional opening of Leamington’s Tourist Tomato Booth operated by the Leamington Chamber of Commerce, took place on the Victoria Day weekend with Mayor Sterling Welch, Chamber secretary Fran Ross, special guest Nina Lelchuk who was slated to perform at UMEI, and Chamber President Angelo Gabriele.
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AMA Horitculture named sponsor of Virtual Brain Tumour Walk
The annual Remembrance and Butterfly Release ceremony held at Erie Memorial Gardens will be a virtual release this year. Last year’s ceremony had about 40 attendees and they released 40 butterflies in remebrance of children who had passed away. The ceremony is held by Erie Shores HealthCare. Sun photo
Hospital’s annual butterfly release goes virtual on June 24 this year LEAMINGTON — Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Erie Shores HealthCare, in association with the Spiritual Care Committee, will be moving the annual Remembrance & Butterfly Release Memorial Service event to a virtual, shortened ceremony on Wednesday, June 24 at 7pm. The event will be live on Facebook and the hospital’s newly launched YouTube Channel. Over the last 18 years, the event included a memorial service, butterfly release and a short reception for parents who have suffered the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth or loss of a newborn at Erie Shores HealthCare. Normally, dozens of painted lady butterflies are provided to each family to be released after a brief eulogy, prayer and musical interlude. The butterflies are symbolic of the souls of their lost little ones.
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People as old as 80 have attended the ceremony and all are welcome, regardless of when the loss occurred. This year, due to COVID-19, a virtual shortened ceremony will take place. “COVID-19 has really made us approach our patient engagement and community outreach in a different manner,” said Arms Bumanlag, Director of Public Relations and Communications at Erie Shores HealthCare. “Events like these are traditions with the hospital, and we realize the impact it has on families,” he added. “We hope that this digital offering is of comfort for our families who continue to grieve the loss of their little ones.” Watch the ceremony on Wednesday June 24 at 7pm on Facebook or YouTube. For more information on ESHC visit www.erieshoreshealthcare.ca or check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and now YouTube.
KINGSVILLE — A.M.A. Horticulture Inc. has been announced as the national sponsor for the first ever Virtual Brain Tumour Walk with the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada (BTFC). A.M.A. has been supporting the BTFC since 2003 through the sales of Al’s Flower Pouch, after the company’s co-managing director, Rick Bradt, was diagnosed with a brain tumour. To date, more than $100,000 has been donated to BTFC through the sales of Al’s Flower Pouch. This year’s Brain Tumour Foundation walk will be virtual, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it will be held on June 27.
On that date, every time you use the hashtag #VitrualBrainTumourWalk, A.M.A wil donate 27 cents to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. Participants can walk from wherever they are in the world. Opening ceremonies will be hosted by Canadian broadcast legend, Alan Cross. He will kick things off at 12 noon EST on Facebook Live. The half-hour ceremony will be shared from coast-tocoast and will feature live video check-ins from survivors and volunteers across the country. Participants are encouraged to share their activity online with the hashtag #VirtualBrainTumourWalk. “Since my own brain
tumour diagnosis, I’ve felt that getting information into patients’ hands is important,” says Rick Bradt. “We’re proud of our partnership that has already raised more than $100,000 to connect Canadians with resources that help them on their brain tumour journey.” We are excited to be the first ever hashtag sponsor for the Brain Tumour Walk and hope that everyone who uses the #VirtualBrainTumourWalk hashtag feels our support as they take steps to see an end to the disease on June 27, 2020.” To register yourself or your team for the 2020 Virtual Brain Tumour Walk, visit www.braintumourwalk.ca.
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Happy In Restaurant closing after 45 years
LEAMINGTON — In June of 1975, Howard and Anna John brought their four children from Philadelphia and arrived in Leamington. Shortly after arrival, they opened the Happy In on Talbot Street West, where Arby’s now sits today.
The family built the current restaurant at 139 Talbot Street West in 1985 and opened at that location in 1986, with an expanded capacity for dine-in customers. Some 45 years after it all began, the Happy In era is coming to an end.
The John family, from left Terrell, Jenith, Anna and Steve.
June 20 will be their last day serving the customers of Leamington and surrounding area. The building has been sold to a local restaurant chain, which will take over the property at the end of this month. For Steve John and his three siblings, the restaurant became their lives. Steve stayed in town while his siblings eventually moved away, but the family still gets together at the restaurant as much as possible. Howard John passed away in 2012. His wife Anna still works in the restaurant to this day. “It’s a true family business,” says Steve, whose wife and children still help out at the restaurant. During the COVID-19 crisis, the Happy In has learned to adjust to the times, offering takeout and delivery. Steve says
it’s steady. “We still have people from as far away as London call in takeout orders,” he says. Those loyal customers are usually Leamington natives who have moved to other cities, but still want that hometown taste. The Happy In’s original location had a loyal following as well. It was the place to go after the bars closed on the weekends. “We used to have a lot of fun with our customers late at night,” said Steve. “Those late-night customers just don’t happen anymore.” They’re grateful to the community for the support over the years and Steve points out that they’ve tried their best to give back to the community as well. “We’ve sponsored a lot of hockey, baseball and soccer teams over the 45 years,” he said. “Ours kids grew up here.” When June 20 rolls around, he expects to be inundated with takeout orders from people wanting to get one final taste of the Happy In cuisine. “Thanks to this community,” he said. “We are blessed.”
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IN MEMORIAM
In Loving Memory of
Danny abDul-Massih June 9, 1980 – February 3, 2011
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Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you are never gone. We think about you always, We talk about you too. We have so many memories, But we wish we still had you.
With Love from your Family and Friends
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
SHERRA HOWE
March 1984 - June 2005 • 15 Years Will spring’s cheerful flowers bring life anew And allow us to forget the agony of missing you? Will spring’s burst of new life bring fresh hope And teach our grieving souls how to cope? We look at our photos of your playful smiling face And for a moment we escape to a serene, happy place, Remembering the laughter and all you would do, Cherishing the honest, caring, loving spirit of you. For all the remaining seasons of our life on earth There’ll be days we miss your merriment and mirth. We’ll sadly long for all those yesterdays Missing your quirky sense of humour and your understanding ways. Although our life’s journeys have bid us to be apart We are with you and you are with us Always in our hearts. Love Mom, Dad and Adam
Steve John behind the bar at Happy In, in the late 1980s.
Happy Birthday Danny. We love you and miss you so much. Love your family. IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
Keith W. Muldoon
WHEATLEY — Shortly after 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 7, an officer on general patrol was operating a marked cruiser through the intersection of Erie Street and Talbot Road in Wheatley, when a small grey Honda Civic turned in front of her causing a collision. Luckily, the officer was not injured. The driver fled the scene and the vehicle was located a short time later, abandoned, on Julien
Street. Police are looking for assistance in identifying the person driving at the time of the collision. Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Amy McClellan atamym@chatham-kent. ca or 519-436-6600 extension #87214. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
IN MEMORIAM
RACHEL NICOLE CORNIES In God’s loving care since June 12, 2000
June 13, 2015
May the winds of heaven blow softly, And whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you, And wish that you were here. Always loved and never forgotten
Barb, Tim and Lisa, Emma and Pet Lily
Love lives on forever In each memory and thought Of our special one who meant so much And the happiness she brought. Love lives on forever It will never fade away For in our hearts, dear Rachel, You are with us every day. Lovingly remembered by Daddy, Opa and Oma Cornies, uncles, aunts and cousins. “He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart”. Isaiah 40:11
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Chamber hosts Ontario Chamber CEO
LEAMINGTON — The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce held a virtual Zoom meeting last week and the special guest was Rocco Rossi, the President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. Leamington Chamber General Manager Wendy Parsons organized the meeting, along with her assistant Jenna Jacobs and Chamber President Jen Dawson. Parsons expressed to the 20 members virtually present, that the business community has been hit very hard by the COVID pandemic and changes are happening at a rapid pace. However, she did give a hint of optimism to those present. “We will get through this and be stronger for it,” she said. Rossi acknowledged it has been extremely difficult. “We’re in a time of ‘no play book’ right now,“ he said. “The best things you can have are great play-
ers and tremendous teamwork.” Rossi oversees 135 chambers of commerce across the province and has been lobbying the provincial government to help businesses that are struggling through the pandemic. He said this will be a long haul and a gradual re-opening of the economy is paramount to getting through the crisis. “Absent a vaccine, no one can promise that we can bring the numbers of new deaths to zero in Ontario,” he said. “What we must do is open up in a slow, deliberate manner.” He says that although testing numbers are up, the testing needs to be accompanied by a ‘track and trace’ strategy. Rossi also outlined the challenges facing businesses in Ontario, from the high costs of re-opening to dealing with challenges of having less customers in their store. With PPE being a critical part of
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business re-opening, he wants to make businesses aware that they need to protect their customers and employees. “We have to show consumers and employees that we’re taking every step possible to keep them safe,” he said. Rossi credited the local municipal government in their efforts to collaborate with their provincial and federal counterparts, and asked that they keep going in that direction.
Bridge work causing road closures
LEAMINGTON — Bridge work will keep Highway 3 (County Rd. 34) closed for four weeks between Leamington and Wheatley. The closure is between Mersea Rd 12 and Mersea Rd. 15 The closure began on Monday, June 8 and is expected to last four weeks. MEANWHILE, IN WHEATLEY WHEATLEY — Also on Monday June 8, the Munici-
pality of Chatham-Kent commenced work on a bridge rehabilitation project on Wheatley Road. Wheatley Road will be closed at Campbell Road until July 17, 2020. The detour that is currently being used for the Talbot Trail road closure will also be used for this project. The current detour route is comprised of Wheatley Road, Coatsworth Road and Talbot Trail.
Riediger, Dorothy (nee Block)
Hotz, Maria (nee Kreiter)
93 years, passed away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Henry (2019). Loving and devoted mother of Vern and his wife Kathryn Hanson, Ron and his wife Laury Willms, the late Marty (1993), and the late Janet (2004). Adored grandmother of Stefan, Matthew (Natalie). Dear sister of Helen Burtis (late Lorne), the late Harry Block (Louise). Special aunt to her nieces and nephews. A private family graveside service will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to The Leamington Mennonite Home may be made by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631).. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
November 6, 1926 June 4, 2020 Passed away peacefully with her family by her side in her own home on Thursday, June 4, of 2020. Proof obituary to run Loving wife of the late George (1985). Daughter june 10, 2020 of Jakob and Julianna Kreiter. Survived Southpoint by her Sun beloved children, Monika $100, plus (Don) Bruner, Henry$13 hst = $113 (Laurie) Hotz. Cherished Oma of Mark (Brenda) Bruner, Steve (Jana) Bruner, Marti (Tim) Windsor and Stephan Hotz. Adored Hotz Oma to Sydney, Carley, Olivia changes please emailPredeceased by and WilliamAny Bruner and Rowan Windsor. brother Stephan Kreiter and sisters Anna Leili, Elizabeth sun@southpointsun.ca Borbash, Matilda Pretli, Martha Illes and Linda Pretli. Also Thanks. remembered by many nieces, nephews, and family friends. Born in Scheindorf, Romania of German descent. She immigrated to Canada in 1952 with passages through Austria and France. Maria and George were very hard working and successful farmers in the Leamington area until his passing in 1985. She thoroughly enjoyed gardening and beautification of her home and yard where she received numerous accolades including a Civic Beautification Award in retirement. Maria was always very independent with a special interest in the accomplishment of all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Those wishing to make a memorial donation are asked to consider the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk Street, Leamington, ON N8H 3L2 to which she was a lifelong member. A Private Graveside service was held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared and donations made at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Letter to Editor
Writer reminisces about by-gone baseball days
Dear Editor: As my wife says, I have way too much time on my hands, and so here I am writing again for the third time in about a month and a half. I really do keep busy in retirement, but some of my volunteer activities are suspended, and for the ones with which I can still involve myself, I am way ahead of my usual timelines. Add to that your interesting series recounting sports stories of Leamington’s past, I am moved to share something I originally wrote for another reason. 1963 Ontario Junior “ A ” Baseball Champions. The 1963 Leamington Junior Baseball team was called the “ Shell TCP’s “ because they were sponsored by the local Shell oil distributor Ken “ K.V. ” Dawson (more on that later). That team reached the Ontario “A” Final in a series with Dundas. Leamington had won the first game of the best of three final at home, and the second game was to be played in Dundas on the following Saturday. The manager of the team realized mid-week that he would have only 9 players, due to job commitments, and therefore he would have no one on the bench in the event of an injury or an ejection, which could result in a forfeit. Therefore he asked Don Bruner from the Midget team and me from the Bantam team to join the team and at least provide a presence on the bench. The manager found a way to involve Don toward the end of the game, and likewise I was put into bat and reached first base on a walk. Leamington ended up losing the game, forcing a third and deciding game the next day at a neutral site being West Lorne, Ontario. On Sunday, the team had a full complement of players, but Don Bruner and I were allowed to again travel with the team. We had no hope nor expectation of being put into the game, but I know I, and I’m sure Don as well, were thrilled to be allowed to be part of the experience. Leamington won the game to capture the championship. I have absolutely no memory of how the game went nor of the final score. However, I remember that Dundas had one very boisterous (read mouthy and obnoxious) female fan, who the Leamington fans were happy to “egg on” led by the afore-mentioned K.V. Dawson. Eventually the verbal exchanges even led to the woman throwing a red rubber dog toy in the direction of the Leamington fans. The rubber dog toy was snapped up by K.V. Dawson, and for years it sat propped up of onobituary the championship Proof to run trophy in his shop at the corner of Erie Street North and John Street ( previously Smithson’s Bicycle Shop and later part of june 10, 2020 expanded ). Blonde’s when that establishment Southpoint But I’ve not yet told one Sun of the most memorable parts of that foray of mine into world of the older $100, plus $13 hst =the$113 baseball players to whom I always looked up and aspired to emulate. I can’t remember much about the trip to Dundas on that Saturday, but on the way home to Leamington, Don Bruner and I rode in the back seat Any changes please email of the car driven by Bill Baird ( most people know him from hissun@southpointsun.ca long years as a real estate agent here in Leamington ). As I remember Thanks. it, Bill had a date that Saturday night, and it was going to be a close call whether we would make it home in time for his date. Once we got to the 401, Don Bruner and I sat petrified in the back seat as the speedometer needle bounced at it’s extreme limit. I suspect that Don’s and my parents would have been appalled, as I’m sure Bill’s parents would have been as well, but all have now passed so I guess it is okay to relate this story. Presumably any Statute of Limitations considerations also allow me to relate this long ago tale. I do, however, wonder what happened to the red rubber dog bone though……… Signed, Ron Haley, Leamington
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You’ll fall in love with this custom built home in a newly developed area of Leamington. Give your family the space they need to grow while enjoying luxury features like a spiral staircase, custom maple kitchen with quartz countertops, tray ceilings, 3 1/2 baths, huge covered deck overlooking fenced back yard, and approx 1yr old. Take a look and you’ll want this great family home. Contact us Alice Nohra or Bakhus Saba to arrange a safe and private viewing.
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• Established variety store on busy Hwy #3 between Leamington & Wheatley • Many updates, bright and clean storefront & paved parking on corner lot • Additional rental income with 3 bdrm home & 2 bdrm apartment
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V/L MERSEA RD 5, LEAMINGTON • $1,250,000 • 4 Bedrooms executive ranch home • $440,000 • 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 Storey • 4,000 sq. ft. on each floor • Steps away from commercial core • Many extra features • Great potential for development opportunity Call Jim for details (Cell) 519-791-4319
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• $279,000 •2+1 Bedroom, 1 Bath • Double detached garage • Large Lot • Close to all amenities
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69 SATINWOOD, LEAMINGTON $2250/ MONTH
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$449,900
Enjoy spectacular views & protected lakefront living in this fully furnished 3 beds & 2 baths home
$579,900
Beautiful 1,700 sqft lakehouse with 3+1 beds & 2 baths on ~3-acres with 278’ frontage
$999,900
244 COTTERIE PARK, LEAMINGTON $599,900
Spacious home in ideal country location; 3+2 beds, 2 baths with fully furnished lower level
330 COUNTY RD. 14, COTTAM ~88 acres of land located on the west branch of Two Creeks. Potential for upscale lots.
4206 TALBOT TRAIL, CHATHAM-KENT 371 & 436 CONC. 1, WHEATLEY
$699,900
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59 TRACEY, ESSEX To be built: 2 beds & 2 baths family home in Golfside Village near park & golf course
103 CONSERVATION, KINGSVILLE
2 beds & 2 full baths condo; in unit laundry; appliances; balcony; storage & underground parking
2 beds & 2 baths condo with in unit laundry, appliances, balcony, storage & underground parking
101-6 PARK, KINGSVILLE
Investment opportunity: 2 fully furnished lakefront homes, 2 beds + 2 baths & 2 beds + 1 bath
1004 & 1006 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON $554,900
Build your dream home: luxurious 3 beds, 2.5 baths near Winery. Customize your finishes today!
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Under Construction: 1-floor living in this affordable 1,100 sq ft semi with 2 beds & 1 bath
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$494,511 $349,900
Incentive: 1 FREE month for every 12 months leased! ~3,200 sqft, zoned C1 in high traffic location
191 GRANDVIEW, KINGSVILLE $119,900
$359,900
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94 TALBOT ST. E, LEAMINGTON $999,900
Renovated 2 beds & 1 bath mobile with brand new appliances; park approval required
92 DANA, ESSEX
Exquisite lakefront home with breathtaking views; 3 beds, 2 baths & featured packed!
322 ROBSON, LEAMINGTON
$1,975/mo
$149,900
407-6 PARK, KINGSVILLE
305-6 PARK, KINGSVILLE
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$429,900
Vacant land to STARTING @ $134,900 build private dream home on 25 acres with 453’ frontage; close to amenities
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229 BERNATH, KINGSVILLE
Vacant lots for sale in final stage of premier development featuring upscale homes
$189,900
Lakefront property (~1,300 sqft) with 3 beds & 3 baths requiring some TLC & a breakwall
V/L MERSEA RD 21, LEAMINGTON KLONDYKE LOTS, CHATHAM-KENT 238 COTTERIE PARK, LEAMINGTON $197,000
Adorable & fully-updated mobile home; 2 beds, 1.5 bath, landscaped & no rear neighbours
285 BEVERLY, ESSEX
$2150/ MONTH
For Lease: 2 beds & 2 baths condo with private balcony + parking at Lakeside Park Place
206-6 PARK, KINGSVILLE
$279,900
Well-maintained 3 beds, 1 bath family home with large fenced in lot with mature trees
352 ERIE ST. N, WHEATLEY
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Relay for Life becomes Relay at Home ESSEX COUNTY — The Relay for Life is the Canadian Cancer Society’s largest fundraiser and has steep history in this area. The 12-hour overnight event is held annually in June at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Last year’s Relay rasied over $100,000 for the society. With the COVID-19 pandemic changing the way the world operates for now, this year’s Relay for Life has been reimagined as Relay at Home. The new, fun and interactive way for participants to relay online from the comfort of their own home, allows for physical distancing. There have been particpants of all ages take part in the Relay in the past. Relay at Home will have interactive activities for all ages and feature the hallmark components from the inperson events. Donations will support people living with cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic. One of those people is Allison Frankowski, who was first diagnosed in February of 2013.
When I was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer, my first born was only one-and-a-half,” she said. “I went through 16 rounds of chemo, 25 rounds of radiation, a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery.” Frankowski is participating to let other young women know that there is always hope and support. “They told me ALLISON after chemo that FRANKOWSKI I’d never be able to have anymore kids,” she said. She now has three children. On Saturday, June 13, from 7-9pm, you can join the Relay at Home and take part in all the interactive activities. It’s free to register at www.relayforlife.ca According to Maud van Gellecum from the Canadian Cancer Society, “Cancer isn’t taking a break during COVID, and neither are we.”
Wheatley holding their annual yard sale
WHEATLEY — The annual Wheatley town-wide yard sale is being held on Saturday, June 13. Addresses throughout town will have their goods out Saturday, with general open
times from 10am until 4pm. Organizers caution to keep social distancing and wear a mask to minimize exposure when you are unable to physical distance.
Looking for public input on Hwy. 3
LEAMINGTON — The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is undertaking a Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) study for the rehabilitation of Highway 3 from Essex Road 34 in the Town of Kingsville to Highway 77 in the Municipality of Leamington within the County of Essex. The province seeks your input on the existing conditions within the study area and is being undertaken primarily to address the existing pavement condition of approxi-
mately 6km of Highway 3 from Essex Road 34 to Highway 77. Comments and information regarding this project are being collected to assist the MTO in meeting the requirements of the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. Public commentary is respectfully requested by June 19th, 2020. To provide information or to request additional information on the project, please contact Clarissa Tiede at (226) 688-4885 or Clarissa.Tiede@ontario.ca.
Pet of the Week
Pecan is a 4 month old Lionhead bunny. This little sweetie still has some growing to do, but after spending the last few months in a foster home with her mom Macadamia this little lady is ready for a home of her own! Interested in adopting this little one into your family and helping her grow? Visit windsorhumane. org to learn more about how our online low contact adoptions are working! PECAN Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751 windsorhumane.org
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Kingsville student earns $10,000 for local Habitat for Humanity KINGSVILLE — A Grade 4 student from Jack Miner Public School in Kingsville has been named one of four runners-up in a Canada-wide writing contest in support of Habitat for Humanity. The Meaning of Home is a national writing contest in support of Habitat for Humanity Canada that asks students in Grade 4, 5 and 6 to share what home means to them. Over 10,200 students entered this year’s Meaning of Home contest, which sets a new record. Kingsville student Lake Severin is one of three Grade 4 runners up in the national contest, helping win a $10,000 grant that will go towards Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex. “As we all take shelter in our homes right now, it has never been more essential that we provide safe decent homes for those in core housing need,” says Fiona Coughlin, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex. “Our children know what it means to have a safe, decent place to call home. And sadly many local youth also know what it’s like to worry about not having a home.” Here is Lake Severin’s poem that won him the honours. Feelings of Home by Lake Severin Home is where I have my bed. A safe place where I can lay my head. Because its mine, I feel so good, It’s not the same in another neighbourhood. The walls and roof cover all my favourite things. A warm feeling of happiness inside, is what my home brings. Through the front door, many mem-
ories are made. Hopes and dreams, laughs and tears, songs and games are played. Unique to me, my loved ones are inside. My house is a place where I display my pride. A place I can turn to, when all else is lost. No other place would comfort me, at no other cost. I can be me, when I am at home. To not have to walk the streets or roam. You can’t replace the feeling of HOME.
LAKE SEVERIN In addition to securing grants, every single student entry also earned a $10 donation for their local Habitat. During a time when many local Habitats are struggling with the financial impact from COVID-19 on their operations, this contest helped raise over $280,000 across Canada. Locally 292 students entered the contest raising an additional $2920 for our local Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex.
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ERCA provides update on programs and facilities
ESSEX – Working collaboratively with the Windsor-Essex community to slow the spread of COVID-19, and in accordance with local, Provincial and Federal directions, Essex Region Conservation has announced updates to their programs and facilities. All programming will be cancelled until July 1, 2020. This includes public and private school programming, festivals and events, workshops and the Essex Region Conservation Foundation Golf Tournament. Holiday Beach Conservation Area has resumed operation for registered seasonal campers as of Friday, June 5. Operational procedures are being refined and a date to resume cottage rentals at Holiday Beach is currently being determined. Holiday Beach and Hillman Marsh Conservation Area are open for walk through access. ERCA is waiving entry fees for the month of June. Proper physical distancing protocols of remaining at least two metres from any other visitor who is not part of your household, still apply. Washroom facilities will remain closed at all conservation areas. June waterfowl and deer hunting draws may be postponed due to ongoing provincial regula-
tions. The John R. Park Homestead museum, visitor centre and gift shop will remain closed. The grounds are open for walk-through access. Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area remains closed as ERCA awaits contractor services to conduct parking lot repairs, which are tentatively scheduled for June 11. Outdoor conservation areas and greenway trails will continue to be open from dawn to dusk for passive use. Visitors must adhere to physical distancing protocols as explained above. Conservation area usage is monitored to ensure these guidelines are being followed so that ERCA can safely continue to offer those natural areas for physical and mental health. All essential services including ERCA’s flood forecasting and warning, remain active. ERCA’s permitting, planning and regulatory responsibilities continue. Applications for permits can be made online at https://essexregionconservation.ca/planningand-permits/. ERCA offices at 360 Fairview Avenue West will continue modified operations. Inquiries can be made over the phone and by email. However, the office is closed to walk-in visits currently.
Several Essex-Windsor paramedics make their way through Amherstburg during the Memorial EMS Ride last week. Ron Giofu photo
Local paramedics honour fallen comrade with bike ride ESSEX COUNTY — Essex-Windsor EMS participated in a Memorial Ride for fallen comrades last week. The paramedics cycled across Essex County with the memorial bell to raise money to build a monument for fallen paramedics. The annual Toronto-toOttawa paramedic ride was cancelled this year, due to COVID-19, so each
Public board wants input in Kingsville
KINGSVILLE — With the selection of the site for the new K-12 school in Kingsville, and building design underway, the Greater Essex County District School Board is requesting input from area residents. A brief questionnaire is seeking ideas, suggestions and comments about what specific facilities and program areas should be included in the new school. The new school will replace Kingsville District High School, Kingsville
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Public School and Jack Miner Public School. Graduating students from Harrow Public School will also attend high school in the new building. The survey is available at www.publicboard.ca/News/schoolconstruction/KingsvilleK-12School. Click on Community Survey. For more information contact Public Relations Officer Scott Scantlebury at 519-255-3200 ext. 10224 (leave a message) or 519-995-5797.
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We are pleased to announce the return of chiropractic services for our patients. Unfortunately, Dr. Reimer is no longer with us but he has entrusted your continued care to Dr. Curtis Scott, as he has done so for over the past year. Following the directives from the Ministry of Health and professional organizations, procedures will be initiated to insure COVID precautions are taking place during your visits. These changes are for the protection of patients and staff and your patience is appreciated while we navigate these unusual times. Further information will be provided via email so if you haven’t provided us with one, please call the office and leave a message. Otherwise, the information will be posted on the website within the next few days @mychiro.ca
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region has taken it on. Essex-Windsor lost one of their own in an air ambulance accident in June of 1989, when paramedic Russ Ransome was killed while transporting a patient from Pelee Island.
The memorial bell rode the ferry Tuesday, June 2, to Pelee Island, where a group of paramedics cycled the island. It was then brought back to the mainland, where they made stops in Kingsville,
Harrow, Amherstburg LaSalle and Windsor before handing the bell off to Chatham-Kent EMS. From there, the bell will continue its journey across Ontario.
ACCESSING INFORMATION ON COVID-19 If you need accurate information, please be sure to check out one of the websites below. Some of the information floating around social media is not accurate and you should put your trust in these websites to give you the proper information. HEALTH CANADA
www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19
ONTARIO MIN. OF HEALTH
www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus
ONTARIO SELF ASSESSMENT TOOL
covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment
WINDSOR ESSEX COUNTY HEALTH UNIT
www.wechu.org/
CHATHAM-KENT PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT
ckphu.com
MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON
www.leamington.ca
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE www.kingsville.ca
MUNICPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT
www.chatham-kent.ca
ERIE SHORES HEALTHCARE www.erieshoreshealthcare.ca
BUSINESSES & EMPLOYEES www.ontario.ca/ontariotogether
EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.18/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf
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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. $14.18 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
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Regional Product Development Specialist - High Tech Cucumber (2001148) Location: Leamington, Ontario Canada Where the Chemistry Happens… You will lead the development of new products for inclusion in the Cucumber High Tech regional portfolios, involving seed varieties, seed forms and new technologies. Working within the Product Development organization as the bridge between R&D and Sales, advising and supporting development of new products primarily within the Canada and US, with limited involvement within the remainder the Americas/Australia/New Zealand.
Formula for Success: You Will… • Contributes to crop strategy by understanding well the markets in the region and their evolution (trends). • Ensures the implementation of the Product Development (PD) crop strategy • Drives the successful development of varieties and concepts for the markets in region • Trial Programs. Design, coordinate and execute regional programs and data analysis. High quality of Implementation (good design of trial plan and flawless implementation). • Manage trial assortment. In coordination with the GPDS present and discuss trial conclusions to Stake Holders. • Drive Innovation. Develop new growing concepts for specific plant types to ensure success of introductions and customers success. Leading/ being involved /up to date regarding technological developments like artificial light, robotizing, autonomous growing. Collaborate with external partners on agronomical projects, e.g. growers, universities, research stations. Translate agronomical insights into financial benefits for growers. • Support Commercialization of new introductions. • Align Breeding efforts. Inform breeding team on the needs of the market, to give priorities to the assortment per market segment and type. Collaborate with GPDS and with breeders at local scale to providing clarity to R&D on the objectives. • Support overall PD agenda and objectives: Drive towards Excellence and Digitalization, process alignment, naming and Protocol alignment within the crop regions and with other functions • Advise GPDS regarding seed Forecast needs. • Secure Intellectual Property.
Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You… • Bachelor or master’s degree in agriculture • At least five years’ experience within agriculture, combined with experience in the development of varieties (trials). • English language: fluent; • Technical and agronomical skills: Solid understanding of PD process, plant behavior, agronomic technology, genetics. • Analytical skills: To analyze and evaluate data. (understanding of statistical significance and ability to use calculations and spreadsheets). • Influential: versus Trial Specialist and Sales Specialist. Convince and generate trust. Be clear and solid in the technical part of variety elevations. • Versatile communicator and team player: Actively seek to involve others and to engage in positive discussions. Use always the strength of the team. • Owner of PD decisions: Assertive, not afraid to disappoint others and stand his/her ground when it is rational. • Customer oriented • Result oriented: Work must lead to action to improve the business. • Innovative mind: to be able to see the differentiation opportunities and ideas. Please apply to the BASF website at https://basf.jobs/light_green_NA/job/Regional-ProductDevelopment-Specialist-ON/601221801/?feedId=111101 or email your resume to Samantha Reynolds at samantha.reynolds@partners.basf.com
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PUBLIC NOTICE PESTICIDE USE Public Notice of Pesticide Use The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on urban curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on June 17, 2020, weather permitting, and ending October 16, 2020. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Act. Urban curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid 36% (Registration #32719) registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, when faced with too many options, you may have difficulty making a final decision. This is when you may need to bring in a second opinion. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Don’t let indecisiveness get in your way, Taurus. You really know what you want deep down, so put those plans into action as soon as you can. Others may come along for the ride. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Don’t feel like you need to make sense of everything all of the time, Gemini. Sometimes things will work themselves out and will become more clear over time. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Don’t put too many eggs in one basket, Cancer. Look for different opportunities to diversify your skill set and make yourself more attractive to both acquaintances and employers. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 There is little point focusing all your energy on a situation that you know will not go in your favor, Leo. Instead, start zeroing in on a different project or task. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Creative pursuits are keeping you busy, Virgo. While they may fill the hours, figure out a way to turn hobbies into something profitable. You may need the money soon enough. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 It is hard to foster tight relationships when you do not actively work on them, Libra. Sometimes you need to take the lead and initiate contact with others. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Don’t be too hard on yourself if some poor news at work seems to be directly related to one of your assignments, Scorpio. You were only one factor in this situation. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Take as many moments as you can steal for yourself in the days to come, Sagittarius. Soon enough you will be too busy to sit and relax for any amount of time. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Friends certainly have your back, Capricorn. You must be willing to accept their assistance in your time of need. Even though you’re a giver by nature, accept the help. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it may be up to you to step up and make up some of the financial deficit in your household when you get news that affects everyone. You can quickly recover. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 New career goals may have to be put on hold for the time being, Pisces. Another issue takes precedence at the moment. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JUNE 10 Kate Upton, Model (28) JUNE 11 Shia LaBeouf, Actor (34) JUNE 12 Adriana Lima, Model (39) JUNE 13 Tim Allen, Actor (67)
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Leamington Raceway preparing for another season amid COVID-19 restrictions
By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Fans of harness racing will be happy to know that Leamington Raceway’s season will be going ahead, beginning with the opening card on Sunday, August 9. Those same fans may be disappointed that, at least for now, the racing cards will be held without fans present. Plans are underway to provide live simulcasts of the races at the Leamington Fairgrounds and with that, real-time pari-mutuel betting online, through a site called HPIbet.com With the Ontario government’s announcement that horse racing can go ahead with restrictions, horsemen and their families are grateful for the chance to race again. Mark Williams, President, Lakeshore Horse Racing Association, says it’s important that the horses race. “These horses are athletes,” he said. “It’s not good for them to not race.” The horsemen and women are working toward their opening date in Leamington with renewed optimism after the COVID-19 pandemic stopped all racing across Ontario. Slowly, the industry is getting back in gear with Dresden Raceway opening their season this past weekend. Williams is happy that they are racing, but disappointed that the fans won’t be allowed in person. “Our fans are our biggest thing,” he said. “We put on a family friendly event.” Williams went on to say that the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association is preparing to put all necessary protocol in place for their horsemen, the staff and the fans, when they are able to return. “Safety is our number one priority,” he said. He expects they will go above and beyond the protocols set forth by the government and he also hopes that, eventually, they will get the okay to allow fans at the track. They have about ten weeks until post time, so a lot can change during that time. Williams says they’ll be ready, either way. “We have a great crew behind the scenes here,” he said. “Dan Wiper, who is president of the Leamington Ag Society, is a great guy and he will help us make that happen.” Williams expects that the government will give them at least a week’s notice as to when they can allow fans in the grandstand, so he’s confident they can get all
Horses enter the final turn during a race at Leamington Raceway in August, 2019. The COVID-19 pandemic put harness racing on hold, but the season will start on time at the Leamington Fairgrounds on Sunday, August 9. Currently, fans will not be allowed to attend the races but can watch via livestream. More details will be available as the season draws closer. Leamington Raceway is operated by the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association, who leases the track and property from the Leamington District Agricultural Society. Sun photo
of the tote machines and electronics in place in that time span. “When the time comes, we’ll be ready,” he said. Until then, they will try some new methods of keeping the fans busy between races as they watch from the comfort of their own home. “We plan on having colour commentary between races, so people don’t have to sit around
much,” he said. Currently, the normal time between races is about ten minutes. Meanwhile, the trainers will keep training with an eye on August 9 as the return to racing in Leamington. The fans may have to wait a little longer to see the horses run in person, but can sign up and do their wagering at HPIbet.com at many tracks
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Leamington Flyers re-entered Junior B loop in 1992
By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — After spending a quarter century as a perennial Jr. C powerhouse and with two provincial championships under their belt – in the late 1980s and the beginning of the 1990s – the Leamington Jr. B Flyers suddenly found the influx of other local teams was hurting them. As a result, the team’s executive decided to make a change and thought that by moving up a level, they could draw the same solid fan base and give fans a better brand of hockey. It was a move that paid off and now, almost 30 years later, the local Jr. B entity provides a high STENLUND calibre of action and has promoted the talent of many of its players. The number of grads who have moved on to a higher level, including the NHL, is a testament to the superior quality of the Flyers’ program. But back in February of 1992, the Flyers’ executive, led by president Bob Fox, had some tough decisions to make as there was concern over how long the club could maintain such a move. Could that move to the next level pay off? The initial hurdle was developing a business plan and getting assent from the Ontario Hockey Association. After naming Harold Konrad to the GM’s post in March 1992, and developing a plan, the green light was given and Konrad’s search for a head coach did not take long. By early April, it was announced that Vern Stenlund, a former NHL player, had been hired. Stenlund
had previous stints coaching the Chatham and Windsor Jr. B clubs. It appeared that the club would be in good hands, as Stenlund added Brent Webster and John Hoy – both former Jr. B players – plus veteran Jr. C coaches, Reg Mulholland and Kevin McIntosh as assistants. McIntosh left the post before training camp began and was replaced by Doug Vickery. With a high emphasis on recruiting area players, especially those close to Leamington, the club did not have to go too far to find what they wanted. Some of the names were familiar, while others weren’t. When the Flyers opened the season against the Sarnia Legionnaires on September 9, 1992, it was apparent from the first drop of the puck that this team was going to give a 60-minute effort every game. Even in that home opener, they showed that they belonged. They would lose 5-4 in overtime, but gave the fans some exciting moments, including a third period comeback, in which they rallied from a 4-1 deficit. Jeff Gates would score the first Flyers Jr. B goal that season – it came at 29 seconds of the third. Ironically, the team would lose to Sarnia on a goal only 12 seconds into the overtime. The Jr. B Flyers, who had endured a tough time in their first Junior B stint in 1966-67, were back. They battled for a playoff spot throughout the entire 52 game campaign, but failed to garner that fourth spot. They finished with a rather good record of 15 wins, 17 losses, 5 ties and 5 overtime losses. They scored 222 goals and allowed 305, yet did not gain a playoff spot.
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It was the beginning of what would become a tradition of hockey excellence on Thursday nights. Coach Stenlund summed the Flyers up by saying, “We’ll take it one day at a time... I think we have the best coaching staff available but fans will have to be patient.” Paul Anthony, executive member at the time, added, “Our goal is to make Leamington the place where hockey players want to play in order to launch their careers whether it’s to go on to college or university, or just to a higher level.”
That tenet has not changed, and coupled with the success from the last decade, the club continues to draw topnotch talent. Throughout the years, many people have volunteered and worked hard to keep the club going, not only as a community-owned club but also after it was sold in 2010. Along the way, the club has scaled the heights to two consecutive playoff titles (2014-15 and 2015-16) and were poised to do the same this past season. No matter what lies ahead, the Flyers shall continue to fly.
It didn’t take long for the Flyers’ coaching staff to become recognized. After winning the Western Conference in 1993-94, they were named the league’s Coaches of the Year. From left to right are OHA President Brent Ladds, Vern Stenlund, John Hoy, Doug Vickery and Brent Webster. Photos from Scott Holland collection
Wheatley Sharks and their 25 years of Junior C hockey
by C. Scott Holland whelmed by the instant respect given It seems like just yesterday when it by other league teams. The Sharks’ first training camp was all started, but the calendar tells us that 25 seasons have elapsed in Wheatley held on September 2, 1995, with their home opener on September 25 against Sharks history. On May 11, 1995, the Ontario Hockey the Blenheim Blades. Looking at some of the names on that Association announced that the Great Lakes Jr. C loop would expand with the first season’s roster, there was Aaron Setterington, Matt Coulter, Drew Haraddition of a 12th team. The new franchise was Wheatley and vey, Terry Symons, Jay Pickle, Mike as original co-owner Max Raffoul ex- Raffoul, Tony Youssef, Troy Zeray, Richplained at the time, “We are not really a ard Morris, Ryan Rivest, Jason Cornies, ‘new’ entity because our group bought Jamie Maksoud, Joel Julien, Scott Cronheimer, Kyle Gabriele, Kris Barnard, a former club.” That club was Tilbury, whose fran- Greg Liebrock and Joe Diemer. Their mandate of having 12-14 local chise was suspended after court action players certainly held true. From that stemming from a player’s complaint. A group consisting of Joe Moracci, Vic first game to the most recent contests Gabriele, Max Raffoul, John Omstead a quarter of a century later – under the and Richard Paliani joined forces to buy current leadership of Thomas Grubb the Tilbury team and got the OHA ap- and now known as the Wheatley Omproval to move it to Wheatley for the stead Sharks – the team has given local hockey fans something extra to cheer 1995-96 campaign. The league opted to go with two di- about. visions, putting Wheatley in the south along with Essex, Amherstburg, Belle River, Kingsville and Blenheim. By mid-June, the club had its logo and was initially known as the WheatleySouthpoint Sharks. Former Leamington Flyers assistant coach John Hoy was hired as the team’s first coach, with Larry Gibbons, Richard Paliani and Max It was a gala night on September 25, 1995 as the Wheatley Raffoul as assistants. Southpoint Sharks played their very first Jr. C game at home. The reaction to the The official puck dropping was between Blenheim captain Bob new franchise was McNear (front left) and Wheatley captain Tony Youssef (right). very positive by fans At the back are the Sharks owners, left to right, Joe Moracci, and local businesses, Richard Paliani, Max Raffoul (dropping puck), Vic Gabriele and and they were over- John Omstead. Scott Holland photo collection
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1973 Road Runner: Beep! Beep!
When Rick and Colleen Emmons take time off from their Windermere Garden Centre in Utterson, Ontario, they enjoy going for a cruise in their blue and white 1973 Plymouth Road Runner. It looks like new even though it rolled off the assembly line 47 years ago. The first owner lived in Deseronto, Ontario, and the car spent most of its early life in the TrentonBelleville area. Rick and Colleen purchased the car in 2008 after locating it near Oshawa. It was back on the road by 2010. “It took a fair bit to restore,” says Colleen. New floor panels were installed and rear quarters were made by hand. The trunk lid was replaced with a used one that required work. Also, the car came with no windshield and no rear window. The seats have now been reupholstered with new headliner and
new carpeting. Horsepower is supplied by a totally rebuilt 440 originally out of a 1970 Cuda with performance upgrades bolted to a pistol grip 4-speed and 3” thunder exhaust. The car also has a new suspension. The frame, floor, and body were all repainted. The car was originally Daisy Duke Yellow with a black stripe (wife says no yellow!) and is now B5 Blue with white stripe and white interior. “One quick bird, just like its license plate!” says Colleen. The popular Plymouth Road Runner was built from 1968 to 1980 and takes its name from the Road Runner cartoon character, which explains the “Beep! Beep!” sound of the horn. The muscle car era was in full swing in the late ‘60s when the Plymouth Road Runner arrived with a mid-sized body
with lots of horsepower but without a lot of frills that added to the sticker price, which is exactly what was happening to a lot of muscle cars at that time. You could actually get a new 1968 Road Runner without carpeting!
The second generation Road Runners arrived in 1971, and were again restyled for 1973, giving a 40% sales boost over the previous year. Restored examples are highly collectible today. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.
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