Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Many take time to remember The Remembrance Day Service was held last Thursday at the beautiful Two Creeks Conservation Area. It was sunny and unusually warm and attracted a large crowd. Dave Derbyshire led the service and Pastor John Cats ended it in prayer. The gathering after the service was held at Talbot Trail Golf Clubhouse. We thank them for allowing us to use their premises for our meetings and more. Friday Night Darts attracted 22 players in Kingsville on November 12. Andre Gouin WHEATLEY and Julie Reid, and Glenn Brooker and LenLEGION NEWS ny DeSanti led with five wins each. Three BRANCH 324 teams won four games: John Balkwill and Jan Watson Lana Kappi, Neil Handspiker and Garry Hope, Mic McConnell and Dave DeSanti. With three wins were Charlie Wimperis and Velma Hope, Jim McClellan and Brian Green, and Matt Reid, Sylvie McConnell and Gord Crook. And winning two games were Richard Howe, Wendy Jessop and Jean Teylouni, and Sherry DeCaluwe and Cookie Klooster. Sylvie McConnell was the only lady to double out and Mahaffy won the 50/50 draw and donated it to the Legion. The Wheatley Dart players are very grateful to Kingsville members for inviting them to join in their Fun Darts on Friday nights. You do not have to be a member to join them; however, you must be double vaccinated. The cost to play is $2 per player. Yours truly ran the Meat Draws, again at the Talbot Trail Golf Course, on Saturday the 13th. Meat winners were Kay Shaw, Jason Bell, Jan Watson, Jim McClellan, Judy Thomaes, Dave Clark, Julie Reid, Doug Johnston and Sue Symons. Winning the Loop’s and Taylor fish gift certificates were Sly Meredith and Bill Robertson. Bill Hyatt won the 50/50 draw. Join us on Saturdays at the golf course for your chance to win quality meat. Ticket sales start at 3 p.m. and the draws run until 5 p.m.
Minor injuries in school bus crash
KINGSVILLE — An accident involving a local school bus on Thursday, November 11 resulted in the bus driver and two students being transported to hospital with minor injuries. The two-vehicle accident occurred around 7:50 am on Thursday, at the intersection of Road 8 and the Graham Side Road.
There were five students aboard the bus. As a result of the investigation, the 47-year-old bus driver was charged with failing to yield to traffic on a through highway. The driver of the second vehicle was treated and released by EMS on scene.
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Local hotelier honoured with national award
LEAMINGTON − Choice Hotels Canada recently announced the national winners of its prestigious 2021 APEX Awards (Awards for Property Excellence). Dharmesh Patel, general manager of the Quality Inn in Leamington, is the recipient of the national award for Choice Privileges Ambassador of the Year. “We are proud to honour Dharmesh for his dedication, enthusiasm and leadership, as he truly represents the best of the best,” says Brian Leon, president of Choice Hotels Canada. “He has extremely high response and knowledge rates when it comes to our frontline campaigns. His team’s efforts in maintaining high Likelihood to Recommend scores and executing Choice Dharmesh Patel Privileges Elite Recognition on property are outstanding.” To qualify for the award, the recipient must help foster a strong Choice Privileges culture at the hotel, consistently motivate the on-property team and fellow Ambassador community, and participate in related webinars and campaigns. Altogether 12 national APEX Awards, which recognize stellar performance, ongoing commitment to guest service and community leadership, were distributed to top performing properties and individuals across the country. “It is such an honour to receive this distinguished award,” said Dharmesh. “I am a true believer in the power of Choice Privileges and the benefits that the loyalty program provides to our guests, so it makes being an Ambassador especially personally rewarding.” Dharmesh and his family have been providing outstanding customer service in Leamington for over 30 years and he is also currently the Chair of the Windsor Region ORHMA (Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association) and on their Provincial Board of Directors.
Community Calendar
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18 BRAIN INJURY COFFEE CHAT 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. at Kingsville Community Centre. For survivors of brain injury moderated by Client Services Coordinator Kelly Stack. Call 226-773-5830 for more info. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 RIF PRESENTATION WITH SCOTT COLLIER 11:00 a.m. at Kingsville Community Centre. Learn about investing in our later years including converting RRSPs to RRIFs, estate and legacy planning, health, investing strategies for retirees and more. Call 226-773-5830 for more info. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 10:00 a.m. 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. No appointment required. 226-773-5830 for more info. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 10:00 a.m. 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. No appointment required. 226-773-5830 for more info. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 CRAFTS WITH KAREN 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. Pre-regisration is required. Call 226-773-5830 for more info. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. No appointment required. 226-773-5830 for more info. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 STROKE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Kingsville Community Centre. Lead by stroke survivor Romina Ciotoli. Pre-registration required, contact Romina at 519890-6289. ONGOING ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com
T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519-326-2388. Everyone welcome. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meeting date is November 24. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@ yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us.
DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamington Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888236-6283. COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www.pregnancycentre.net.
To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington
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