Southpoint Sun - April 26, 2023

ALL ONTARIO CHAMPIONS

A championship at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre Highbury rink on Sunday afternoon, April 23 with a come-from-behind 3-2 win over Centre Wellington. The locals had beaten Centre Wellington in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association finals just weeks ago and went unbeaten this weekend. Front row, from left: Trent Chevalier, Lucas O’Neil, AJ Youssef, Kevin Ondic, team mascot Ethan Liebrock. Back row, from left: Dylan Impens (assistant coach), Kaden Cook, Nash Fuerth, Johnny Recker, Ty Thomas, JoJo McLeod, Max Pyne, Isaiah Georges, Ben Liebrock, Nathan Mariuz, Ryan Derksen (assistant coach), Brayden Foster, Owen Derksen, Derek Dunn, Austin Goudie, Tony Youssef (head coach), Jamie Thomas (trainer). A detailed report and more photos are in this week’s

The Essex-Southpoint U13 hockey team took the Ontario Hockey Federation

Run and Roll May 7 in Leamington

One of Erie Shores Health Foundation’s signature events is taking place May 7 as the annual Run and Roll returns to Leamington.

The event features a 5k walk, 5k run, half marathon, 25k bike ride, an 11k slow roll bike ride and the all new Road Runner Kids’ Dash.

The 5k walk is a casual event for those who want to get some exercise while raising much needed funds for the Hospice, Erie Shores Campus.

The 5k run and half marathon are timed events for those a little bit more serious about their exercise.

All events accept pledges for Hospice as part of the fundraising efforts, and participants can also honour their loved ones.

Event Chair Gloria Cavenago is pleased with this

year’s registration.

“I am blown away by the response this year. The support from the entire community has been truly amazing,” she said. “We have close to 400 participants, 32 teams, who have raised over $20,000 in pledges so far, and we’re honouring 52 loved ones who have passed.”

Gloria was quick to recognize the volunteers and sponsors, and invited neighbouring residents to get out to encourage the participants.

“I’m really hoping the neighbourhoods get involved by creating signs and offering support and excitement on the routes, for all these participants whom have contributed in some way to our local Hospice,” she said. “I’d also like to thank my fabulous committee who have worked incredibly

hard putting this major event together. It’s going to be a great day.”

In 2022 over 350 participants took to the streets of Leamington and — through sponsorships, donations and registrations – $148,000 was raised for Hospice, Erie Shores Campus.

This year’s event will honour community champions Joe Grossi, Karen Deziel, Beth Krauter and Chris Deziel, as well as others who have left us.

There will be live entertainment and lots of activities and photo opportunities at the event which will start and finish in the parking lot at 197 Talbot Street West.

The half marathon gets underway at 8 am, with the kids’ dash following at 8:15 and all other events following in 15 minute increments.

Every participant will receive refreshments and a medal upon finishing.

You can register before

May 4 on their website at runandroll.raceroster. com.

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Competitors begin their race at the 2022 Run and Roll for Erie Shores Health Foundation. SUN archives

“Stayin’ Alive” at Cardinal Carter Disco Murder Mystery

By Paul Forman

For Kojak wannabes and devotees of the 1970s dance scene, Cardinal Carter Drama, Dance and Hospitality students have the perfect night planned for you.

The students will thrill and delight as they put on a Disco Murder Mystery for the public at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School at 120 Ellison Avenue in Leamington for two fun-filled

LUCKY ROCK AND ROLL RAISES OVER $20,000

The Lucky Rock and Roll event at the Roma Club on St. Patrick’s Day raised $20,421.75 for Hospice, Erie Shores Campus. The Lucky Rock and Roll was a sold out event that featured the British Beat 66 band and offered locals a chance to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, while helping to raise funds for Hospice, Erie Shores Campus. The big reveal was held on Tuesday, April 18 at the Hospice Erie Shores Campus Welcome Centre. Event organizers Linda Enns and Don St. Denis were on hand to present the cheque to Hospice officials. Linda has now raised over $64,000 for Hospice, Erie Shores Campus through her various fundraisers and says she couldn’t have pulled it off without the many sponsors and volunteers involved. The next Lucky Rock and Roll is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2024. Here, from left, are Erie Shores Health Foundation Chair Debbie Kobayashi, Don St. Denis, Linda Enns and Executive Director at The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, Nancy Brockenshire.

St. Clair College Seeks Community Representatives for the Board of Governors

St. Clair College’s Vision is “Excellence in All We Do”. This is demonstrated through our diploma and new degree programs, as well as our student services, dedicated faculty and staff, and our new state-of-the-art facilities in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent. We enable our students to “Rise Above the Ordinary”.

St. Clair College is seeking applications for the Board of Governors, for a tSt. Clair College is seeking applications for the Board of Governors, for a threeyear term beginning on September 1, 2023. The College Board is comprised of 17 members, including 12 appointed from the community, the College President and an additional four members who are elected from the College’s student, faculty, support and administrative groups.

Board responsibilities include policy setting and contributing to the College’s Strategic Directions. Board members are required to attend monthly Board meetings (normally scheduled on the fourth Tuesday of the month) between September and June, with meetings beginning at 5:30 p.m. Additional meetings are scheduled on an as needed basis. Board members are also asked to participate in College and community events.

St. Clair College serves the Windsor and Essex County areas as well as the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Community representatives are drawn from this region. St. Clair College welcomes applications from representatives of the diverse multicultural communities that surround and enrich the College. St. Clair College serves over 15,000 full-time students and part-time learners.

Potential candidates are welcomed from a broad and diverse spectrum of industries and community segments. Experience on community boards and/ or knowledge of governance processes will be considered as important assets. Interested individuals are asked to send a resume, emphasizing their strengths in these asset areas, by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023.

St. Clair College values Diversity, Inclusivity, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect and is committed to ensure the dignity and uniqueness of each individual and to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all members of the College community.

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evenings, both May 5 and May 6 at 6:30 p.m.

A full night of entertainment with singing, dancing and acting is offered, along with a buffet-style meal provided by the Roma Club and topped off by desserts created by Cardinal Carter hospitality students.

Audience interaction is part of the show that was written by Maggy Sonoski and directed by Melissa Ciotoli, and pa-

trons can submit who they think the culprit is to be included in a draw for door prizes.

Artwork by talented student artists will be auctioned off during dinner and a 50/50 raffle will take place to support the Arts program at Cardinal Carter.

Tickets for the event are $40 for adults and $30 for students and can be purchased by calling the school at 519-322- 2804.

Pictured are the star performers for Disco Murder Mystery at Cardinal Carter. In front, from the left: Krystina Hunter, Celine Hutchings, Ximena Byron-Ren, Xavier Longpre, Malia Afonso, Laneda Linhares, Emma Everaert, Dallas Matias. Back row, from the left: Bianca Mastronardi, Olivia Moavro, Georgina Stenger, Matthew Youssef, Izabela Ferreira, Luna Scheibner.

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Wheatley Public School celebrating 50 years on May 6

By Mark Ribble

For hundreds of former students at Wheatley Area Public School, the upcoming 50th anniversary open house there will be a walk down memory lane.

Christine PrudenceHopper and Marilyn Foster — members of the organizing committee — met with the Sun last week to outline some of the plans for the upcoming celebration.

The open house will be held on Saturday, May 6 from 11 am to 2 pm and all are welcome to attend.

The school held its grand opening on November 17, 1972, moving the students over from the previous Wheatley Public School across the road and a little south.

The previous school building now houses the Wheatley Friendship Club and Marilyn remembers the finals days in that building.

“The senior students helped us by carrying everything over from the old school to the new school,” she said.

Mrs. Foster taught at both schools for a number of years and credits Mr. Ben Taves —the former principal — with getting the school ready for the

kids to move into when the summer vacation ended that year.

“Mr. Taves chose the school colours,” she said. “The brown and gold is embedded into the colour scheme of the exterior.”

She also credits a former music teacher at the school with coming up with a school song.

“Mrs. McAuslan wrote the school song and the students helped write the words to it,” says Marilyn. “She is no longer with us, but she’d be thrilled to hear the song today.”

Christine, who has been teaching at W.A.P.S. since 1998, says the song is still part of the school community.

“As a former student here, we learned that song and we still use it now,” she said. “And I still get emotional when I hear it.”

Christine is among four current teachers who were students at the school — something that you may not see at other schools these days. She attended from 1975-1984.

“My Warrior story has gone full circle as I went from being a student to now a teacher,” she said. “I’ve seen many changes on the inside and the outside of the school.”

The enrollment in those early days was well over 400 students. Now it sits at 170.

“We had a great staff,”

adds Marilyn. “And we’re so proud of our alumni.” She pointed out that many W.A.P.S. grads have gone to their own teach-

ing careers and launched careers in medicine, politics and other fields.

As for the 50th anniversary weekend, the

pair says there are lots of nostalgic events planned, which will also include many photos collected over the years.

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The Wheatley Public School track and field team circa 1969 at the old school. This photo will be among hundreds of photos displayed at the 50th anniversary open house on May 6. Front row, left to right: Kent Parsons, Dennis Freitas, Mark Bowman, Wendy Freeland, Dawn Jackson, Carolyn Nicholson, Sandra Drummond, Greg St. John, Brian Edwards, Ed Nevills. Second row: Honorato Freitas, Paul Dunmore, Ron Freeland, Michelle Nicholson, Cindy Zaburny, Diane Drummond, Nannette Nicholson, Leslie Omstead, Chris Dundas, Gilbert Beleutz, Mr. Bill Bohunicky. Back row: Mike Omstead, Rick Dibbley, Pete Shaw, Diane Hillier, Laurie Omstead, Linda Cobby, Carol Taylor, Vickie Tusch, Joanne Omstead, Phillip Faubert, Brad Thompson, Ken Corlett.

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Anyone who attended W.A.P.S. at any point in their life will find a treasure trove of memories waiting for them at the open house.

The committee is also working on a recipe book and are asking former staff and students to send in their favourite recipes.

According to Christine, the recipe book is also a throw-back to yesteryear.

“I remember them doing school cookbooks when I was a kid and I think I still have mine,” she said.

Marilyn said each of her kids have a cookbook from the school that they still use to this day.

Some of the memories shared by Christine and Marilyn include the original open concept design, playing marbles outside and games like Red Rover at recess, traveling to Tilbury for Home Economics and Shop classes and Christmas carolling with the whole school in the gym.

A couple of things stand out, however, as special memories indeed.

June Rutt was the Kinsmen bus driver for the school back in the day and is still the bus driver for most of the kids in Wheatley.

“She’s still going and still an awesome bus driver,” says Christine.

Also, the graduating class doing their annual “Walk of Honour” from the school to uptown to have their grad dinner is still going strong.

“It used to be at the Community Hall back in the day,” says Christine — who attended the school as a student. “People would line the streets to watch the kids walk uptown.”

Of course, the walk still takes place, although it was toned down during the COVID pandemic.

For Marilyn, her memories go back even further to encompass the opening of the school for the 197273 school year and the

years she spent at the old location.

She said that since there was no gym for other sports at the old school, the students excelled at track and field.

“We did really well at track and field,” she said.

“And before the arena was built, the Grades 5-8 girls would go weekly to Leamington to play broomball and the boys would go to play hockey.”

She fondly remembers so many of her students and will be a wealth of information and memories during the open house to be sure.

For Christine, she too hopes to see a lot of familiar faces.

“As I reflect back over the years, our colours may have changed from brown and gold to blue and gold, but one thing is for sure,” she said, “W.A.P.S. is a fine place to grow. We share many happy memories with those we’ve come to know. We try our best in all we do, our spirit is one to uphold. Though times may change, our hearts remain W.A.P.S.”

For those who’ve attended W.A.P.S. in the

past 50 years, those words will be familiar as they come from the beloved

school song.

If you are interested in being part of the cookbook, you can email recipes to Christine at Chris-

tine.Hopper@lkdsb.net.

Marilyn Foster can be reached via email at lynmarlfc@ aol.com

Blessing of the Bikes May 7

First Lutheran Church Kingsville and Hogs for Hospice invite motorcy-

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cle riders and the Kingsville community for the 7th annual Blessing of the Bikes.

This public gathering opens the 2023 riding season in the Windsor region and Essex County with a blessing for the riders to have a safe year, promote a sense of fellowship among riders and community, and support small businesses in our area.

All these elements support the motto of Hogs for Hospice, “Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and Doing Good.”

The event begins with an indoor worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 7 at First Lutheran Church in Kingsville (27 Spruce Street North). Immediately after the service, starting at 11:30 a.m., all riders meet in front of the church for the general blessing, followed by personal prayers for individual riders. Traditionally, each rider obtains an annual sticker as a reminder of the bestowed blessing and a charm cross.

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Christine Prudence-Hopper (left) and Marilyn Foster in front of Wheatley Area Public School on Friday, April 21 SUN photo

Kingsville’s Dr. Abby Jakob and her staff have branched out to open a new business that compliments their existing EYES optometry practice.

Located right next door to the optometry office, BRIGHT Eye Spa and Medical Aesthetics is located at 30 Main Street East in Kingsville and features medically proven treatments including skin tightening, skin resurfacing, photofacials, permanent hair reduction, dermaplaning, Botox®, dermal fillers and chemical peels.

They also offer dry eye management and treatments as well as medical grade skincare products including the popular SkinCeuticals and ZO Skin Health lines.

your skincare needs.”

All of BRIGHT’s treatments are scientifically-backed and administered by attentive, licensed practitioners.

I am excited to say that patients can expect to receive the same top quality

The BRIGHT team includes Medical Director Shannon MacFarlane, a nurse practitioner who specializes in injectables, as well as two certified medical aestheticians/ocular hygienists, Mary Saido and Kaylee Harris, who perform all of the laser devices and dry eye treatments. The welcoming front desk coordinator is Lisa Racicot, the perfect addition to the team, with over 20 years of experience in the skincare and cosmetics industry.

“I’m grateful that my optometry practice, EYES, has gained trust and respect from this community over the past six years,” said Dr. Abby Jakob. “And I am excited to say that patients can expect to receive the same top quality care, education and services next door at BRIGHT for all of

“I’m thrilled to be offered this opportunity to work with the Kingsville community as well as Dr. Jakob’s talented team,” Shannon MacFarlane said. “I’m looking forward to meeting new clients and working together to achieve natural looking results.”

“It has been a dream not only to educate the community on healthy skin but also to provide lifelong confidence to every patient I see at BRIGHT,” added Mary Saido.

Dr. Jakob places integrity and serving others at the forefront of all she does and the new venture will be no different.

Dr. Abby Jakob was born and raised in Kingsville and after completing her schooling (finishing at the top of her class and receiving multiple awards), she happily returned to Kingsville to settle down and start her family.

Today, she serves her hometown community with the area’s multi-award-winning optometry practice EYES — including being voted “The Only Optometrist to See”, “Best Optometrist”, and “Best Optical” in WindsorEssex’s Best of YQG.

Two years ago, Dr. Jakob invested in state-of-the-art devices to bring relief to anyone suffering from dry eye. Their new stunning space, warm service and medicallyproven treatments truly make BRIGHT the premier destination in Essex County to help you look your absolute best, and age with confidence.

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Leave the hockey rules alone

I know I’m old, but some of these newfangled NHL rules are really getting on my nerves.

Never mind those awful electronic boards flashing all the time, or the announcers who all yell “Whoo!” after each announcement, or even the annoying gambling ads that seem to pop up at every stoppage of play, the on-ice rules that have changed have got to go.

Apparently Gary Bettman has put out a mandate for more goals to help attract more American viewers and goals are being counted that would have never been counted 10 years ago.

They call this the ‘continuation rule’ when a shot on goal trickles through the goalie’s equipment.

Keep in mind that in the old days (read: five years ago, or less) the referee blew the whis-

tle once he lost sight of the puck.

If a puck squirted loose and went over the line before the whistle it was a good goal.

If the whistle went before it crossed the line, the goal did not count — the way it was intended to be.

Bettman’s new rule now says that whether the whistle has blown or not, if the puck eventually crosses the line, it’s a good goal.

This has every opposition forward poking at the goalies on every covered puck, whether the whistle has blown or not.

I cannot even keep track of the number of times goalies in these playoffs have a puck under them and the frenzy to poke it through or push the goalie back into the net gets way out of hand.

And the problem now is that

is a pure judgement call by the referee or those people who sit in an office somewhere, reviewing goals.

They make a decision on whether they think the puck would have continued across the line.

Instead of something concrete — like a video review with sound — for which the technology is already in place, they rely on someone’s judgement which opens it up for a lot of interpretation.

I’ve seen goals allowed that should not have been goals a number of times this season and it’s not fair in the entire scheme of things.

They have also applied a similar rule to pucks that go in the net after it has been dislodged — after 100 years of playing by the rule that if the net is dis-

Long-gone 1932 Pontiac coupe

Bev Pearce in Ridgeway writes: “Hi Bill. Here is a picture of a 1932 Pontiac six-wheel (two fender spares) deluxe coupe owned by my late uncle Harold Walton. He bought the car in the late ’30s and owned it until about 1955.

“One of my earliest memories is going with my aunt and uncle along with my cousin Karen

Sanderson to a rented cottage in Bancroft in about 1953. Karen and I rode in the rumble seat all the way to Bancroft from Niagara Falls.

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lodged before the puck crosses the line, it’s no goal.

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These “improvements” in hockey do not do anything for us real hockey fans, except frustrate us.

Unlike the tweaks that the game of baseball has made, these changes to our beloved sport do not improve the fan experience and I would hazard a guess that they do not enhance the game for the players either.

I just hope a playoff series is not decided on one of these odd new rules.

That would be a shame worse than the Brett Hull cup winning goal in triple overtime for Dallas in 1999.

Gary, leave the game alone. It was fine the way it was until you started tinkering.

As I mentioned above, base-

ball’s pitcher and hitter clocks are probably necessary seeing that so many players were taking their sweet old time going through all of their different idiosyncrasies prior to the pitch.

But the game of hockey, which has already changed way too much over the last 20 years, needs no more rule changes.

Legendary goaltenders like Jacques Plante and Terry Sawchuk are rolling over in their graves.

As my dad always said, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Nothing applies more to this situation than that old saying.

“Bancroft at that time had a dirt main street and board sidewalks. The rented cottage was on Paudash Lake outside Bancroft and

“My uncle stored the car when he went overseas in the Second World War. The photo does not show a front license plate so maybe this was taken just after the car came out of wartime storage.

“I have looked for a 1932 Pontiac coupe for over 50 years and have only seen one for sale which I could not at the time purchase. My current ride is a Hemi-powered 1937 Terraplane coupe and I am now building an LS-powered 1951 Nash Statesman.”

To Bancroft from Niagara Falls – 200 miles in the rumble seat of a 1932 Pontiac coupe!

HISTORICAL SOCIETY DISCUSSES FUTURE

Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld, along with Deputy-Mayor Larry Verbeke and Mayor Hilda McDonald, got a first-hand look at the large collection of artifacts, deeds and items relating to the 150-year history of the former Mersea Township and Town of Leamington at the Leamington and Mersea Historical Museum last Friday afternoon. Discussions were held between the two groups regarding a future home within the town for its artifacts. One of the ideas presented was to showcase family history via the artifacts and deeds whereby visitors might relate their own stories and experiences which could be documented. In the top photo, Sharon Martin of the LMHS shows some of the over 32,000 deeds in the collection. In the bottom photo, CAO Peter Neufeld looks at a picture of Mill St. School staff from 1960-61 which features a relative of his.

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Lots happening at Wheatley Friendship Club

A large crowd attended Bingo at the Friendship Club on April 19.

The winners of Bingo were Helen Clark, Mary Hairsine, Robert Lapsa, Donna Moody, Pat Churchill, Karen Deyell, Rose Hatt, Dianne Lenarduzzi, Pat Matier and Ruth Ann Snively.

Thanks to Janet Hewett and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo.

The next Bingos will be on Wednesday, May 3 at 1:30 p.m. at a cost of $1 and again on Wednesday, May 17.

The winners of the 50/50 draws were Donna Moody and Doreen Armstrong.

There will be collections on Monday, May 1 at 10 a.m.

Quilting is open Monday and Thursday.

Euchre is on Tuesdays from 1:30-4:00 at a cost of $2.

The Treasures Room and Library are open to members.

The Exercise Room is

open to members for $1 per visit.

There will be an Executive Meeting on Wednesday, May 24 at 10 a.m.

Foot care is available to Friendship Club members. Call Jessica Rodzik-Cuoto at 519-9907308 for an appointment.

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Kingsville Military Museum celebrating 30 years

The Kingsville Military Museum is celebrating its 30th anniversary on Saturday, May 6 with a fundraising dinner. Monies raised are earmarked for a planned expansion to the museum.

Special guest speak-

er will be Barbara Porter from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum with a presentation on the First World War’s No. 2 Construction Battalion.

The event takes place at the shared museum and Kingsville Legion

grounds, 145 Division St. S. in Kingsville. The museum will be open from 4-6 p.m. The meal will be at the Legion Banquet Hall, with cocktails from 4:30-5:30 p.m. followed by dinner.

There will also be a

been working from the Friendship Club’s main meeting room, will be moving shortly to its new location on Erie St. S. in Wheatley. Once everything is cleared away and the meeting room put back to the way it was, the Friendship Club will be able to return to using the meeting room for its Bingos, etc.

Since the explosion in Wheatley, the pharmacy’s use of the Friendship Club for its business has proved beneficial to the community, and the Friendship Club offers Mike and all his staff continued success at their new location.

Until next time…

B ank n otes

silent auction (cash or cheque payable to Kingsville Historical Park Inc.).

Everyone is welcome to attend. Tickets are $20 and are available at the museum or by calling 519-733-2803.

Shorebirds flock to Hillman Marsh in May

Bird enthusiasts from around the world visit Leamington as one of their bucket list destinations each May, and Hillman Marsh Conservation Area is ready to greet these guests from May 1 to 21 at the Shorebird Celebration.

The shorebird habitat at Hillman Marsh is unique

in North America. The managed wetland cell creates the perfect combination of mudflats to provide nutrition and a resting area for migrating shorebirds.

The marsh is managed annually to produce the desired habitat, and water levels are reduced so mud flats appear in

preparation for shorebird arrival.

This year, several special hikes will be offered as part of the celebration. Jean Iron, renowned shorebird expert, will host a Shorebird Identification Hike on Sunday, May 7 from 3-5pm. While the hike is included in the cost of admission, pre-regis-

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Southern Footprints attracts record numbers

By Mark Ribble

Despite the cool temperatures and intermittent sleet to start the day, the annual Southern Footprints races went off without a hitch at Point Pelee on Sunday, April 23.

Organizer David Campbell was happy to welcome 389 adult participants, 55 children and 16 local mascots to the races and credited his team of volunteers with making the event as successful as it is.

“This could not be accomplished without our volunteers,” said Campbell. “They do a lot of work.”

Despite the largest crowd they’ve seen, the committee managed to pull off a hiccup-free event, which was supported by numerous sponsors.

The morning started off with the popular mascot race, which featured a record 16 participants. The mascot race was won by Windsor Warlocks mascot Blaze, who was

the defending champion this year. Honkers — the goose mascot from the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary – finished a close second.

The mascot race was organized and put on by Crimestoppers, who will benefit from the proceeds once they are totalled in the coming days.

Lunch and snacks were provided by Green Heart Kitchen and Pure Flavor Farms, while the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners provided apple chips and water.

All participants received medals, including the mascots. The medals were designed by committee member Denise Gaffan.

The mascot race was followed by the Kids 1k Dash, which included lots of photo moments for parents and many cheering opportunities for bystanders as the youngsters approached the finish line.

The 5k walk got underway the same time as the

5k run, the 10k run and the 15k run, with competitive runners at the front of the pack as the group left the start line.

The 5k competitive win-

ners were Meg Mooney and David Owens, while the 10k race was won by Meghan Howell for females and Patrick Benson in the male category.

The female winner in the 15k race was Eva Breault, while Evan Bruce took top honours on the male side.

The race timing and

results were handled by W.R.A.C.E. and announcing was handled by longtime voice of the event, Dave Orshinsky.

Remembering

Marnie Hyatt BowMan

On her birthday, May 1, 1963

They say there is a reason, they say that time will heal. Neither time nor reason, will change the way we feel. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there.

Love You Always, Your Family!

In Loving Memory Michael “Mike” Tassey

July 3, 1953 – April 27, 2022

When you arrived, I was already ten, You were too small and fragile to have fun then.

Time went by as I watched out for you, and so fast it sped, that I missed as you grew.

Then suddenly, that gap of ten,

no longer mattered, as we were now men.

As brothers we were, we never fought, we loved each other and never gave it much thought.

Being the eldest, I tried to be near, should you ever need some really good cheer. One year has passed and I’m without you near, and here I sit, missing my young brother’s cheer.

Missing you so very, very much, brother Derrick and family.

In Loving Memory of Michael Tassey

July 3, 1953 – April 27, 2022

Letters to My Husband in Heaven

They say there is a reason, they say time will heal, Neither time nor reason will change the way I feel. Gone are the days we used to share, But in my heart you are always there. The gates of memories will never close, I miss you more than anybody knows… Love and miss you every day

Till we meet again Always & Forever.

Your loving wife Jeannette

Betty R. tayloR

May 24, 1952 – April 27, 2021

With an ache in our hearts, we whisper low, Dear Betty, we miss you so.

We miss your smile, your laugh and your amazing sense of humour. You’re forever in our hearts.

Love, Your Family and dear friend Leonard Kennette

The start to the adult 5k, 10k and 15k saw 389 participants leave the starting line. SUN photos

About 55 kids participated in the Kids 1k dash.

Officials took time to honour sponsors during the event. David Campbell, left, and Denise Gaffan, right, gave plaques to Brian Cornies of Speedprint and Bill

Chloe Ewen gets a little help from her dad Austin, as she crosses the finish line during the fun Kids 1k Dash as part of the Southern Footprints race at Point Pelee National Park on Sunday, April 23.

Lindsay Gammon from Pure Flavor, left, congratulates 5k run winners David Owens (male) and Meg Mooney (female), alongside Southern Footprints volunteer Denise Gaffan, right.

David Campbell, left, and Denise Gaffan, right, present the 10k winners with their awards. Meghan Howell won the female division and Patrick Benson won the male race. The award was sponsored by Leamington Chrysler.

The 15k winners Eva Breault, second from left, and Evan Bruce, third from left, get their awards from David Campbell, left, and Denise Gaffan, right.

Windsor Warlocks mascot Blaze made it two years in a row as he led the pack in the mascot dash. Closely behind him is Honkers the Goose, followed by Bomber, the mascot for the Windsor Spitfires.

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Gore Hill student’s race car design picked by local race team

By Mark Ribble

For the 2023 stock-car season, every time the 92H car of Ohana Acres Racing gets on the track, a small piece of Gore Hill Public School will be along for the ride.

The Ohana Acres Racing Team, owned by Ellena and Ryan Houston and their family, offered up a unique opportunity to students of Gore Hill Public School in recent weeks.

Ryan has been racing his 2009 Pontiac G5 in Ministock/Bonestock races across Ontario over the past three or four years and the team was gearing up for the 2023 season when they had a conversation about what colour

the car should be this season.

“Last year, we painted it white and told our kids to grab a brush and paint whatever they wanted on the car,” said Ellena. “It turned out to be the most popular car on the track.”

The kids covered the car with all kinds of colour, which attracted fans of all ages.

This year, while discussing what to do with the colour, it was decided to let their kids’ school in on the process.

“We called the school and asked if we could run a contest,” said Ellena. “They responded with a big YES and it was so much fun. It’s all about

the kids.”

The Houstons received over 150 entries from Gore Hill, ranging from rainbows to spaceships.

In the end, the design that won their heart was a gator design submitted by second-grader Jackson Lapoint.

“We had it narrowed down to a couple from each class,” said Ellena. “But in the end, this one stood out.”

Jackson’s design was that of a gator to match the school team name, the Gore Hill Gators.

With nostrils painted on the hood and a toothy grin on the front quarter-panels, the green car now looks like a gator racing

around the track.

With the season scheduled to begin last Saturday at Merrittville Speedway near Niagara Falls, the Houstons were anxious to get the painting finished in time to stop at the school before heading off to their first race.

Unfortunately, last weekend’s weather put a damper on starting the season in Merrittville so Ryan will be plying his trade and putting the pedal to the metal at Delaware Speedway on the first weekend in May.

Their number 92H car is sponsored by John’s Auto, Reid Funeral Home, Mar-lin Dock and Door Sales and Services, Fehr

Carwash and ENJO- Chris Edgar.

Jackson’s second grade class was able to come out and take some photos with the car on Friday, April 21, but they all quickly scattered when Ryan climbed in and revved up the en-

gine.

After he turned the car off, the kids returned and Jackson got first opportunity to sit in the driver’s seat, followed by all of his classmates who took turns getting the feel for a real live race car.

Christina Chopchik

Christina Chopchik (Thomson), 81 years, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 at Franklin Gardens Longterm Care.

Beloved wife of Stephen. Dear mother of Steven Chopchik (Nathalie). Loving Grandma of Zoe and Mackenzie. Dear sister of the late Elaine Thomson.

Cremation has taken place. Visiting is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 10 a.m. until time of the Memorial Service to celebrate Chris’ life at 11 a.m. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Canadian Cancer Society.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Janet Marie Walker

We regretfully announce the passing of Janet Marie Walker “GranJan” of Wheatley, Ontario, on Sunday, April 23, 2023. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Gene Woodsit

Gene Woodsit (Woody) of Windsor, formerly of Leamington, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 21, 2023 in his 90th year.

Gene is now reunited with his precious and most beloved wife Irene (2021). Loving and cherished father of Marena Woodsit of Leamington and Karla Fehr (Jake) of Kingsville. Dear brother of William of London. Dear step-grandfather of Mackenzie (M’kaela), Delaney, Aubrey and Avery Fehr. Dear step-great-grandfather of Jensen Fehr. Dear brother-in-law of Helen Spencer of St. Catharines. Loving Daddy and Grandpa to many pets past and present. Many nieces and nephews also survive. He is predeceased by his parents Ely and Nora Woodsit, parents-in-law Henry and Mary Willms, sisters-in-law Mary Klassen and Dee Woodsit, and brother-in-law Harry Willms.

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Widow of Larry “Harry” Walker. Survived by her children Shelly Logan (Dave Logan), Cathryn Gagnon (Edmond Gagnon) and Tim Walker (Kim Walker). Grandmother to MacKenzie Walker, Chloe Walker, Drew Edwards, Tate Walker, Mark Logan (Lindsay Logan), Jenni Filipe (Luis Filipe). Great-grandmother to Max Filipe, Lorelei Filipe and Royce Logan. Friend and partner to Ray Simpson.

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Thanks.

Jan was one of a kind. She was a caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family and friends before her own. A strong woman, who faced every challenge in life with courage and dignity, her mission was to improve the lives of others. A true role model who was always there, she was a source of inspiration to all and will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

A previous long-time Zookeeper at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, Jan retired to her true passion, her farm in Wheatley.

A small, private gathering will be held with her close family and loved ones.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Gene was a well known and respected businessman in the community. He was Clerk of Mersea Township in the early 1960s, co-owner and partner of Leamington Sporting Goods Ltd. and their affiliated stores for many decades. After selling his shares in the Sporting Goods business, he ran the Essex County Associated Growers as Secretary Manager for several years, publishing the monthly County Grower and putting together conventions, managing the onion pools, servicing the grower community, all while coming home after work and farming himself. When he retired and no longer farmed, Gene loved nothing more than puttering around in his vegetable garden, growing every vegetable and herb you could think of. Winters were often spent with Irene in sunny Florida and when they were back home, you could often see them going for drives looking at all of the crops or bicycling at Point Pelee National Park.

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The family would like to express their gratitude and thanks to Dr. Kevin Biswas, the absolute best, most communicative physician on the planet.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Gene’s life held from the funeral home on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Ruth Boehm officiating. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada would be appreciated.

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Jackson Lapoint, front and centre, poses with driver Ryan Houston and all of his Grade 2 classmates at Gore Hill Public School on Friday, April 21. SUN photos

Jackson enjoyed sitting in the driver’s seat of the car he helped design.

LAERC welcomes new family

Submitted by Carolyn Reid LAERC Member

What a heartwarming scene at the Windsor airport recently, when members of the Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) welcomed a Syrian family of seven.

In 2016, LAERC sponsored relatives of this family and such excitement, joy, happiness and relief is hard to describe as they were all reunited. Hugs, smiles and tears –from youngest to oldest. To arrive during Ramadan, after waiting years, made it even more special.

LAERC will financially support this family for one year and assist them in settling in Canada. The five children are now registered and attending school, while mom and dad, with assistance, are getting all the paperwork completed for health cards, SIN numbers, permanent resident cards, updating immunizations, dental and medical check-ups, etc., and hope to soon attend classes to learn English.

Thanks to Chair Wilma for providing the photo and write-up so LAERC can share this exciting news with the community.

With the high cost of housing and rising cost of food and other essentials, LAERC can use support. Every little bit helps and 100% of donations are used to assist the newcomer families.

If you would like to be a part of welcoming this family by making a donation, cheques can be sent to St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, N8H 2Z5. Tax receipts will be issued.

LAERC meets the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m., at Leamington United Church, John St, Leamington, and welcomes new members.

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LAERC welcomed a Syrian family to the community recently. Pictured are some members of LAERC as they gathered to welcome the new family on the day of their arrival. From left to right are Glenna Lane, Carolyn Reid, Wilma Lamb-Stewart, Beth Kimm, Henry Kimm, and Sister Bernadette in back. Submitted photo

A small tractor caught fire in a field on Rd. 12 east of Leamington on Thursday, April 20. The tractor was destroyed but there were no apparent injuries. Above, Leamington Fire Service made quick work to extinguish the blaze. SUN photo

Bank Theatre to host Battle of the Tacos on Cinco de Mayo

Taco lovers are in for a treat as The Bank Theatre in uptown Leamington gets set to host its first annual Battle of the Tacos on Cinco de Mayo – May 5. Patrons are urged to get tickets by Friday, April 28 as space is limited.

The idea for a cele-

bration of this kind has been brewing with The Bank Theatre fundraising committee for some time and Katherine Albuquerque, also chair of Special Events, is thrilled to see this event coming together.

“Tacos! Everyone loves

Kingsville Friendly Club

President Bob Bell welcomed 28 Kingsville Friendly Club members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, April 18. Welcome to Dave Hedge. Thanks to Lila Withers, Anne Burrell and Clare Shaw for treats.

Bridge scores: Roy Trowell 4480, Jean Kuipers 3930, Alta Van Vliet 3270. Euchre: Mac Stanley 104, Dave Patterson 101, John Gerhardt 96. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson with 7.

Everyone enjoyed snacks provided by Alta Van Vliet and Jean Kuipers from the Bridge group to go with coffee and conversation.

There were 40 members out to play on

them and in the Uptown Leamington BIA district, we have many establishments,” she said. “We’re always hearing this one is the best. Or no, this one is the best.”

“So, we thought, wouldn’t it be fun to have a celebrity panel of judg-

es and our audience help decide the best taco in uptown Leamington?” she said. “And, while we’re at it, why not have a Mariachi band and do up The Bank Theatre in Mexican décor?”

The event sponsor will be WFCU Credit Union, with branches in Kingsville and Leamington, and the Taco Sponsor is Leamington BIA.

Each restaurant will bring in their tacos to sample, tell patrons about their taco and pitch them to the audience and judges as to why their taco is the best.

Participating restaurants are Cancunsito, Taco Tony’s, Crave Family Grill and Pub, Crazy Chicken and Sonia’s Catering.

be awarded as Judges Choice, Best Presentation, and People’s Choice.

Following the Battle of the Tacos, Mariachi Los Gallos will warm up the night with dancing and swinging in celebration.

Friday, April 21. The group welcomed Denis Peters.

Bridge scores: Bert Patrick 3540, Bob Bell 3000, Roy Trowell 2450. Euchre: Robert Boose 97, John Gerhardt 94, Dave Patterson and Carrie Schultz tied at 89. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson with 5. Pepper: Kathy Hedge 307, Rose Foldesi 267, Cliff Trombley 244. Most peppers was a 5-way tie with 5 each by Kathy Hedge, Cliff Trombley, Sue Girdardin, Annette Cranston and Della Dyck.

Delicious snacks were provided Sue Girardin and Carolyn Brown from the Pepper group to have with coffee and conversation.

Leamington Bridge Club report

The following are the top scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre.

April 17: North/South

- 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Marie Ellwood and Case Mulder, 3rd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 4th Frank Duransky and JC Leeson, 5th Bob Bell and Sally Bell. East/West

- 1st Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Ross Macin-

tosh, 3rd Remi Fournier and Gail Grant, 4th Buddy Ellwood and Al Morrison, 5th Shirley Morel and Rowe Deans.

April 21: North/South

- 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Roger Cote and Marie Ellwood, 3rd Case Mulder and Sue Duransky, 4th Agnes Fraser and Frank Duransky. East/West - 1st Gail Grant and Remi Fournier, 2nd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel,

4th Al Morrison and Buddy Ellwood.

April 24: North/South

- 1st Henry Hildebrandt and JC Leeson, 2nd Case Mulder and Marie Ellwood, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 4th Bob Lee and George Hildebrandt. East/West - 1st Buddy Ellwood and Al Morrison, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Remi Fournier, 3rd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 4th Sally Bell and Bob Bell.

“The Leamington Uptown BIA is very proud to have the opportunity to sponsor events like this,” said BIA Board Chair Chad Robinson. “Cheers to The Bank Theatre team for their community-building efforts.”

The event will be unique in its presentation.

Corey Robertson will host the night’s festivities. The celebrity judges are Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Lucy Flores, Program Coordinator from Migrant Worker Community Program, and Windsor Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor Francisco Hernandez Bolanos.

Taco winners will

Doors open at 5 pm and the event begins at 6 pm. Tickets are $50 plus HST for tacos and band or $25 plus HST for the band only. Seating in the mezzanine with entrance at 7:15 pm for the 7:30 pm band start.

Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office Thursday through Saturday from 11 am-1 pm, by calling and purchasing by phone at 519-326-8805, or online atbanktheatre.com

are Vince Mastronardi, Maria Marcovecchio, Nick Mastronardi, Asunta Cervini, Frank Gabriele, Oliva Sabelli, Natalina Peraino, Essie Gulliver, Enza Ligotino, Filomena Caffarena, Lucy Gabriele, Jackie Incitti, Filomena Mastronardi, Michelina Mastronardi. Not present for the photo were choir members Sam Amicone, Luigina Ciotoli, Guido Dimenna, Lisa Ingratta, Maria Paglioni. SUN

The Italian Choir of Leamington continues to raise funds for local charities through their volunteer work at Chances Gaming Lounge. Recently, the choir gathered to present a cheque for $5,000 to the Erie Shores South Catholic Family of Parishes. Pictured are, front row, Margherita Piroli, Irma Ingratta, Bruno Ingratta, Father Tom Ferrera, Teresa Ciotoli, Anthony Gori, Asunta Gori, Michelina Simoni. In the back row

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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and

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Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Dusting off the memories

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 owning a boat.

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Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post April 29, 1965

Two Leamington contestants will compete in the Ontario finals of the Royal Canadian Legion’s public speaking contest at Toronto May 14. Winners in the regional finals at Beachville Saturday were David Innes of Woodstock, Sandra Clifford of Leamington, Ruth Ann Snell of Woodstock and John Newland of Leamington.

May 13. Committee members include Mr. Dodson, Lieutenant Edith Fisher of the local Salvation Army, Mrs. Richard Scott, Bob Coulter, Jerry McCready, Carl Aggerholm, Mrs. Mike Papp and Collin Sims. The goal for this year is $2,125.

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.

A Look at Leamington’s Past courtesy of C. Scott Holland

Third photo of the Solomon Wigle house being demolished, spring 1979. In photo are Jim Branch and Randy Gritke working on salvaged bricks. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com.

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

A history of Leamington and the surrounding area is to be compiled and published in book form. The Leamington and District Centennial Board has endorsed the project following a suggestion by its chair, J.A. Pirie. Mr. Pirie suggested the book be sold for $1 per copy. It should be ready for public distribution by the latter part of 1966.

Insurance 2-1 to

At left is captain goals with coach Randy Critchlow.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

April 2003 - Maple syrup time: a tradition in the north for Garry Mills and friends. Garry welcomes

Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

Mersea Township Council has hired a new police chief. He is Reo Williams of Kingsville, a former OPP officer. Mr. Williams was a member of the Leamington Police Department at one time and gained policing experience as a member of the Provost Corps of the Royal Canadian Army during World War 2.

High waves and chilling temperatures weren’t the only hazards which confronted thousands of sportsmen in their pursuit of smelt over the weekend at Point Pelee National Park. The OPP established a check point at the park gates where automobiles were searched for liquor. The nine constables made quite a haul. About 70 persons were charged with possessing liquor in a place other than their residence.

Sportsmen can have their smelt. Little Bonnie Burgess will take her king-size perch caught Friday off the Leamington dock by Ronald Dimattia of Utica, Michigan, who then gave the fish to young Bonnie. The fish was 13.25 inches long and weighed two full pounds.

Dense smoke billowed through part of Leamington’s downtown business section Monday afternoon as a fire broke out at the White Lunch Sandwich Shop at 9 Erie Street South. Firemen did what they could to lessen the damage. The fire started in a French frying machine in the kitchen of the restaurant operated by George Grugios.

From the Kingsville Reporter April 29, 1965

Kingsville’s federal building and new post office is right on schedule according to Steve Kubis of Kubis Builders, which are erecting the building. Mr. Kubis says the roof will probably be erected in the next couple of weeks, then they can begin the interior work.

John Dodson, chairman of the 1965 Red Shield Drive for the Salvation Army, announced his committee this week. The drive is being held in the township on all days during the month of May. There will be a blitz in Kingsville on

The Kinettes held their April dinner meeting at Joe’s Corner House on Tuesday evening with 14 members and two new members present. Mrs. Al Harris reported on Inter-Club and Mrs. Hugh Scott reported on the successful spring fashion show held recently. The new executive elected at the meeting includes Mrs. Hugh Scott (President), Mrs. Al Harris (Vice-President), Mrs. Richard Stewart (secretary), Mrs. Julius Stomp (treasurer) and co-bulletin editors Mrs. Robert Sanford and Mrs. Glen Vennard.

A $600 a year increase has been granted two Kingsville police constables, Wilton Beacom and James Elliott. The increase is a result of a decision handed down by Senior County Judge L.A. Deziel after arbitration.

30 Years Later

From the Wheatley Journal

April 26, 1995

There will be a carry-over to the 1995 policing budget of $1,422. Village council learned that the policing costs were $1,422 less than anticipated for 1994.

Mersea and Wheatley are proceeding along with two property owners to work on tidying up the boundary between the township and the village. There are two private parcels adjacent to the village and approximately 20 acres at the recreation complex to be handled with property owners assisting financially to pay part of the cost.

Local artists Ruth Mitchell and Harold Burton have donated various works of art to the Leamington District Memorial Hospital. The artwork is displayed in the hospital’s front lobby.

The Wheatley Franklin Seniors have an open practice scheduled for Sunday, April 30 at 12 noon as the team ramps up for the new Essex County Senior Baseball League season. Some new faces will be on the Wheatley club this year as the Leamington team has folded, but there is also a new entry from Kingsville.

The first motocross racing of the season was held Sunday, April 16 at the local Erie Ramblers Motorcycle Club grounds west of Wheatley. Franz Klingenschmitt took first in A Division, with Justin Willams second and Jason Ulian third, Tim McIntosh fourth, followed by Mike King, Wayne Young, Aaron Wendland, Kevin Ford, Jeff Graham, John Langan and Keri Morris. In the B Division, Derick Holland took top spot, followed by Ed Panjer, Dave Jackson, Clint Lafeber, Greg Crump, Paul Sandercoak, Harry Fischer, Jeff Ives and Carl Smith.

a new visitor or two every spring to see his elaborate setup and enjoy the hospitality he and Starr extend to them. Garry rarely sits down on the job unless it’s time to can the final product. Grant Bowman watched the procedure Garry was using for the final step of the canning method.

October 1965 - Leamington Moose Lodge Bantams won the Bantam A Ontario title with a 9-1 win in Orillia. Back row from left are coach Howard White, manager Cecil Wickham, Tom Barrie, Les Ford, Gerry Bradbury, coach Carl Ribble. Middle row are Tom Tetzlaff, Mike Klym, Brian Woodward, Dennis Deporter, batboy Pat Ribble, Steve Wood. In front are Ken Reid, Kirk Bowman, Peter Knight, Ken White and Paul Beaupre. Rob Epplett was absent from the photo. Photo courtesy of Carole Dibbley.

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Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St., Leamington; and Sat. May 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Harrow United Church, 45 Munger Ave., Harrow. Admission by donation in lieu of tickets. More info: www. countyclassicchorale.com

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INDOOR YARD SALE / RUMMAGE SALEFriday, April 28, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday, April 29, 9:00 am - 12 noon at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Lots of bargains for everyone!

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

UELAC BICENTENNIAL BRANCH LOYALISTS MEETING at 1:00 pm, Kingsville Arena (1741 Jasperson Dr.) in Auditorium A.

THURSDAY, MAY 4

MENOPAUSE! WHAT'S HAPPENING TO ME? - with Registered Holistic Nutritionist Karen Taylor Edgerton. 7:00 pm, Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Learn what your hormones need and want using a functional balanced approach. Free presentation with giveaways and more. Registration required, email: Kim@kingsvillecentre.com

FRIDAY, MAY 5

CELEBRATE! CINCO DE MAYO LUNCHEON - hosted by Order of the Eastern Star at Parvaim Central Masonic Lodge, 30 Laird Ave., Essex. Cold lunch & a touch of Mexico. Serving from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. $20 per person. Everyone welcome.

SATURDAY, MAY 6

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM 30TH

ANNIVERSARY DINNER - 145 Divison St.

S. Speaker Barbara Porter, Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Presentation: WWI No. 2 Construction Battalion. Museum open 4:00 - 5:00 pm, cocktails 4:30 - 5:30, dinner at Kingsville Legion Banquet Hall at 5:30. Silent Auction. Tickets $20 at the museum or call 519-733-2803. Fundraiser for museum expansion.

ONGOING

GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet every Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 to register or call Cliff at 519-816-5449.

STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH?

Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@ gmail.com for information about the group.

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE at 108 Talbot St. E. In Wheatley is hosting free one-on-one Tech Support sessions each Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bring your phones, tablets, iPads and questions!

INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT

PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.

ANTI-STRESS PRACTICE - (called Do-In)Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays 11:00 am to 12 noon. Learn to use pressure, tapping, breathing, stretching and self-massage for vital organ functions and better health. Free program. For more info email Kim@ kingsvillecentre.com.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings: March 29 and April 12, 26. 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.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145 Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12 noon. 519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING

CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYSappointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N.,

Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.

CORNHOLE - Drop in Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.10:30 a.m. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. No fee. No registration.

TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners. No registration required.

GUITAR WELLNESS - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. Group session. No registration required. Free program.

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com

JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 p.m., at the Unico Community Centre, 33 Beech St., Kingsville. Tuesday is euchre, bridge, cribbage. Friday is euchre, bridge, pepper. Must be 50+ years of age to join. If interested, drop in any Tuesday or Friday.

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

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 9:15 - 11:45 a.m. 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.

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 519326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net.

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IRWIN PLUMBINGResidential rough-ins and repairs. Starting April 2nd 519-825-7245 will be changing to 519-324-2202. A text is preferred if capable. Call if not. ja6-tf

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-322-8625. tf

ZEN PETS GROOMINGCPPS Certified Groomer in Leamington. 14 years experience. For all your pet grooming needs, please call or text 519-564-9620 or message me on Facebook. COVID-19 certified & compliant. mr1-tfn

1:00 pm and Saturday, April 29 from 9:00 am - 12 noon at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Lots of bargains for everyone! ap19-26

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LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT APARTMENTS

OBLIGATION Wed. April 26 & Thur. April 27 at Roma Club, 19 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Sun. April 30 at Heritage Village, Arner Towline. Private Appointments FREE ESTIMATES Buying + Selling - ALL Gold + Silver JEWELRY Even some Costume Any Gold (even teeth) **OLD COINS Canada USA World War Costume

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15.50/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. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@pinnacle-acres.com de4-tf

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STARTING END OF APRIL Flexible Hours.

Positions for Class D License. Positions for Class AZ License. Retirees welcome. Apply by phone 519-326-8840 ext. 3 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 8, 2023, weather permitting, and ending October 20, 2023. The application of pesticide will be completed for the promotion of public health or safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act.

The Municipality of Leamington will be using the following pesticides registered under Pest Control Products Act (Canada):

Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide (Registration #32719), which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid

Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide (Registration #28486), containing the active ingredient Glyphosate, present as potassium salt.

Questions or concerns? Please contact:

Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington

519-326-5761

(Collect calls will be accepted)

Reminder: Burn permits required for all open-air burning in Leamington

Open-air burning within the Municipality of Leamington is regulated by an Open Air Burning By-law. A burn permit is required for all open-air burning within the Municipality of Leamington.

Whether you are having a small backyard campfire or clearing your property of brush, a permit is required prior to burning.

Leamington residents who require outdoor burning privileges can purchase permits online through the Municipality’s website at leamington.ca/burning.

Burn permits will require 2-3 business days for processing, and first-time applicants will require an inspection prior to approval.

Residents who have questions about open-air burning or are concerned about the size of the burn pile, should contact Leamington Fire Services by phone at 519-326-6291.

Any person who wishes to make a complaint regarding an open-air burn should contact Fire Dispatch at 519-326-4431.

Additional information about open-air burning can be found at leamington.ca/ burning.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, figure out where your priorities lie, then position yourself in the right corner to get things done effectively. It could take some time before you see progress. Remain patient.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

It’s best if you can keep tight control of your emotions and not let others see what is brewing behind your stoic demeanor, Taurus. This will give you an advantage in negotiations.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, if you’re too pragmatic this week, you may miss the opportunity to do something spontaneous and really enjoyable with friends. Don’t think; jump in this one time.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

The week may start off sluggishly, Cancer. Give yourself permission to start off slowly and build up as you get enough energy and motivation to move along.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, rather than being ready to roar at the world, you can barely let pass a meow. You’re more than happy to roll back over in bed most days. Search for an energy boost.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, early on in the week you may feel disorganized and out of sorts. But soon enough you will find your stride. Once you’re in a groove it will be smooth sailing.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, if someone at work has been holding you back or seems to be standing in your way, it’s justifiable to feel resentment. Take the high road and remain pleasant and positive.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, don’t ignore your responsibilities, no matter how mundane they may seem. Completing small tasks will help you set the course for more success.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Your judgement may be clouded by some lofty dreams you have been having, Sagittarius. Separate the whimsy from what you actually may be able to transfer to real life.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

You may be tempted to butt heads with authority figures in the days to come, but you’ll catch more flies with honey, Capricorn. Get your frustrations out another way.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Relationship issues come to the forefront, Aquarius. This can be any relationship, be it personal or professional. Sit down with this person and flesh things out.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

The current cosmic climate has you a tad restless, Pisces. You’re ready to stretch your fins, so to say. Set off on a grand adventure.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

APRIL 23 - John Cena, Wrestler (46)

APRIL 24 - Joe Keery, Actor (31)

APRIL 25 - Al Pacino, Actor (83)

APRIL 26 - Channing Tatum, Actor (43)

APRIL 27 - Martha Hunt, Model (34)

APRIL 28 - Penelope Cruz, Actress (49)

APRIL 29 - Jerry Seinfeld, Comic (69)

WORD SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to Lyme disease.

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Cavs qualify for WECSSAA badminton

By Hayden Nurse

Last week the Kingsville District High School Cavaliers badminton team partook in the ECSSA badminton tournament. The Cavaliers had much success and many athletes were able to qualify for WECSSAA.

The senior badminton players had nine athletes qualify for WECSSAA. Congrats to Nate Mckee and Ty Murray for finishing first overall to take home gold in men’s dou-

OHF OPENING CEREMONY

Golden Years mini golf

Fifty-one golfers netted 86 holes-in-one on April 20 at Colasanti’s golf course.

The ace parade was led by Mavis Rutter with consecutive aces on holes 8, 9 and 10, finishing with 5 holes-in-one total. Following with 4 were Bill Ward, Lloyd Symons and Linda Chiasson, while Walter Balsam, Ron Fick, Barb Fick, Carol Bell, Colleen Pearse and Freddy all scored 3. Two aces were drained by Mary Binder, Ray Foster,

Bob Springthorpe, Barb Haas, David Tonks, Nick Penzari, Andy Orsini, Chuck McKenzie, Erle Nash, Loraine Fox, Gloria Smith, Tony Hudvagner, Armand Decaluwe, Barry Sweet, Gary Wilson, Robin Cournoyea, Allan Munson, Debbie Clinton, Bill Taylor and Shran Collins. Sinking a single ace were Tom Hyatt, John Murphy, Danielle Kovac, Linda Lavender, Betty McManus, Monique Benfield, Carol Gagnon, Tom Bondy, Moe Sweet, Dave

Pet of the Week

BUDDY Southpoint Sun is a proud partner and supporter of the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. As a nonprofit organization, the WECHS depends on the generosity of our community to help pets like Buddy, a 10 month old Shepherd mix.

Buddy is an energetic young guy with lots of love to give. He is looking for a fun, energetic adopter who will provide lots of fun activities for him, and lots and lots of exercise! Buddy is still working on his manners (like jumping on people when excited) as he’s a young, silly boy, but he is food motivated and eager to please, so training should go smoothly. Buddy loves to play, and would be great with a respectful, playful pal.

Labonte and Bill Edwards.

Top scores over 18 holes were recorded by Bill Ward with a sparkling 33, Mavis Rutter and Mary Binder with 36, Shran Collins, Bob Springthorpe and Colleen Pearse with 37, and Ray Foster, Bill Edwards and Laurie Hylton with 38.

Leading scorers over 36 holes were Bill Ward with 74, Mavis Rutter with 76, Shran Collins with 77, Laurie Hylton and Lloyd Symons with 78, and Mary Binder with 79.

First place went to Team 17 (Mary Binder, Mike Binder, Bill Ward) with a team score of 236. With a score of 241, in second place was Team 14 (Mavis Rutter, Nick Penzari, Colleen Pearse). Third place went to Team Kings (Andy Orsini, Jack Bostin, Lloyd Symons) with a score of 243.

Play continues at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 27 at Colasanti’s.

bles, to Brooke Swan and Ella Friesen for finishing third to secure bronze in women’s doubles, and to Quinn Brennan and Michael Hicks, Molly Scherer and Ashton Sim and Wes Long for all qualifying as well.

The junior badminton team had two athletes qualifying for WECSSAA. Congrats to Mady Stanley and Natalie Mann for taking home gold in women’s double. Congrats to the rest of the badminton

team on a great season.

The senior girls soccer team beat North Star at home on Thursday and now are sitting tied for second in the regular season standings with a 2-1-0 record.

The senior boys are currently in third in the regular season standings with a 1-1-1 record. Check back next week for the latest Cavalier sports news.

Reyth Smith, formerly of Leamington, was drafted 100th overall in the OHL Priority draft on the weekend in the fifth round by the North Bay Battalion.

The 15-year-old centreman played this season with the Windsor Junior Spitfire U16 team, compiling 35 points in 33 games.

On Friday, April 21, the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) championship tournament kicked off their event with a ceremonial opening, which included the Wheatley Legion colour guard and the Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums, as well as local dignitaries. From left are Lukas Kellar of the Temiskaming Shores Puckhounds, Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP Trevor Jones, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Ben Liebrock of Essex-Southpoint. SUN photo

KDHS students Mady Stanley (left) and Natalie Mann won gold in women’s doubles in badminton at WECSSAA.

Hayden Nurse photos

KDHS’s Nate Mckee and Ty Murray took gold in men’s doubles and Brook Swan and Ella Friesen finished with bronze in women’s doubles in badminton at WECSSAA. From left to right, Ella Friesen, Ty Murray, Nate Mckee and Brook Swan.

Smith drafted by North Bay SMITH

Flyers roar back to punch ticket to Sutherland final

By C. Scott Holland

Last Thursday night, April 20, was the first of two important playoff games for the Leamington Flyers. They hosted the Stratford Warriors who carried a 2-1 record into the contest while the Flyers were 1-1.

The outcome would determine each club’s fate.

Stratford won the contest, which set the Flyers up in a must-win do-ordie game in Hamilton on Sunday, in which the Flyers erased a 2-0 third period deficit and punched their ticket to the Sutherland Cup finals with a 5-2 win.

When the 1,128 fans left the Highbury Canco arena Thursday, there was little elation. Leamington lost a 2-1 heartbreaker which allowed the Stratford Warriors to gain a Sutherland Cup berth and left the Flyers with a 1-2 record and one game to play.

During the first half of the opening period, the Flyers came out strong and had Stratford struggling in their own end.

But Stratford goalie Owen Willmore was up to halting 12 Flyers shots in the frame.

The turning point hinged on two powerplay opportunities. The Flyers received the game’s first extra-man chance at 14:57 but could not manufacture a goal.

Koen Taves was saddled with a tripping penalty at 17:05 and the Warriors got the all-important first goal at 17:32 when a shot from the left lane eluded starter Bryce Walcarius and made it 1-0 Stratford.

Special teams continued to wreak havoc on the Flyers as Kale Couvillon took a slashing call only 46 seconds into the middle frame.

Again the Warriors wasted little time and pounded a shot from the top that found the back of the Flyers’ net and it was 2-0 for the visitors.

Down 2-0, the pressure was clearly on the Flyers and from that juncture on they did not look like the same team. Often their play was erratic and filled

with hesitation, yet they played hard to stay in the contest.

The Flyers had two golden powerplay opportunities on which to notch a goal yet shots on net were few and very far between. One of those chances came midway through the second, while the other was in the final 10 minutes of the third.

18:46 Trevor LaRue got a loose puck past Willmore’s open right side to make it a 2-1 contest.

During the final minute, the Flyers narrowly missed scoring the game-tying goal and it ended 2-1 for Stratford.

In Hamilton on Sunday, the winner of the battle of 1-2 teams would advance while the loser would be sidelined for the summer.

The Leamington Flyers pulled off an epic comeback and defeated the Hamilton Kilty B’s 5-2 to advance to the Sutherland Cup finals for the first time in their history.

Hamilton netminder and squirted into the net to make it a 2-1 game. That marker was awarded to Nolan McKibbin.

About 30 seconds later, Owen Holmes converted a Ryan MacPherson shot and it was suddenly a tie game.

At 13:33, a tripping call on Hamilton set up a Flyers’ powerplay and Ryan MacPherson lofted a left lane shot into the top corner of the net for a 3-2 lead.

The three goals came in a span of 2:11.

the Flyers won 5-2. Walcarius stopped 32 of 34 while Egorov halted 31 of 34.

“I am so proud of these young men,” said coach Dale Mitchell on Sunday. “We knew our first period was not good enough. We came out hungry in the second and knew if we could get one we would get two. This group continues to amaze me.”

The Flyers will meet the Stratford Warriors in the Sutherland Cup finals.

SCHEDULE

The third period might have been the team’s best of the game, but it wasn’t until they lifted Walcarius for an extra attacker with three minutes remaining in the game that any kind of urgency showed.

While applying immense pressure to the Warriors’ defense, at

For 40 minutes, it appeared pretty bleak and many thoughts might have been on the end of a rather glorious season. Leamington fell behind 1-0 just 90 seconds into the game and then Hamilton made it 2-0 at 2:25 of the second period.

The Kilty B’s nursed that 2-0 lead until just past the midway point of the third when the Flyers finally got a break.

A puck bounced off the end boards behind

Following that, Connor MacPherson was sidelined for two minutes with a tripping call but the Flyers went into their defensive mode and killed the penalty.

Hamilton pulled starter David Egorov for an extra attacker with just over two minutes left; however, the move backfired as captain Gabe Piccolo found the vacated net at 18:09. His goal sealed the victory and then Piccolo added his second empty-netter at 19:24 to put the icing on the cake and

Game 1: Fri. Apr. 28 in Stratford, 7:30 pm.

Game 2: Sun. Apr. 30 at home, 5:10 pm.

Game 3: Mon. May 1 in Stratford, 7:30 pm.

Game 4: Thurs. May 4 at home, 7:10 pm.

*Game 5: Sat. May 6 in Stratford, 5 pm.

*Game 6: Sun. May 7 at home, 5:10 pm.

*Game 7 – Tues. May 9 at Stratford, 7:30 pm.

*if necessary Individual game tickets for the playoffs are available online at www.leamingtonflyers.com.

With an extra-attacker, there were several scrambles around Warriors’ goalie Owen Willmore during the final two minutes. Here, Griffin Grundner (13), Gabe Piccolo (98) and Trevor LaRue (90) buzz around the slot area. LaRue would score the Flyers’ lone goal of the game at 18:46. The Flyers lost the contest 2-1. Scott Holland photo

“I am so proud of these young men.”

— Dale Mitchell

Hockey Hall of Fame display included a visit from the Stanley Cup

By Mark Ribble

A surprise visit from the Stanley Cup was the highlight of the weekend at the Hockey Hall of Fame mobile display held at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre on the weekend.

With four major NHL trophies already on site — Conn Smythe, Lady Byng, Hart and Rocket Richard — the hardware was already a popular feature but word came mid-afternoon on Saturday that the most famous trophy in sports was on its way to Leamington.

Lord Stanley’s prize possession arrived just before 4 pm on Saturday

and word spread through the area quite quickly. It sat on display until 5:30, when it was once again whisked off to another destination.

Hundreds of hockey fans of all ages filed through the gymnasium to see the displays from the original six and take part in the many activities included in the mobile display.

Former Leamington Flyers coach Reg Mulholland was seen admiring the display dedicated to famed former NHL referee Red Storey, which brought back a lot of memories for him.

“When I was playing

with the Montreal Junior Canadiens, I was on a bus and sat with Red Storey once,” he said. “I was just a kid then.”

The original six displays included jerseys, sticks, trophies and photos from the Maple Leafs, Red Wings, Canadiens, Rangers, Blackhawks and Bruins, and were supplemented by displays on international hockey, women’s hockey and other historical stories.

A pair of inflatable mini-stick rinks, a theatre, puck shooting games and a goalie challenge were part of the activities.

The display was booked by the group that hosted

on the weekend and all

NHL Central Scouting final list includes MacPherson twins

The 2022-23 NHL Central Scouting final rankings are out and some familiar faces are still in the mix.

Once again, Leamington forwards Connor MacPherson and Ryan MacPherson are featured on the list as the only players from the GOJHL.

Both players saw their stocks rise in the rankings, with Connor moving from 134th to 128th, while Ryan now sits at 211th where he was previously at 223rd.

“To see us both move up was great to see,” Connor shares. “It’s very exciting for our family and

Trevor Jones, MPP Chatham-Kent-Leamington

an honour to be on the final list. We are so grateful to the Flyers organization for all they’ve done to get us to this spot today.”

The NHL’s Central Scouting Department has

been a scouting service for NHL member clubs since 1975-76.

The 2023 NHL Draft will take place in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 28-29.

Connor led the Flyers in scoring in the regular season with 28 goals and 35 assists for 68 points, while Ryan posted 25 goals and 36 assists for 61 points.

They’ve upped their game in the playoffs, with Ryan tallying eight goals and 25 points in 15 games, while Connor has 14 goals and 23 points in 13 games.

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the Ontario Hockey Federation U13 tournament

Southpoint Minor Hockey players and coaches were given free admis-

sion to the Hall of Fame section.

Essex-Southpoint U13 forward AJ Youssef warmed up for his upcoming game by trying out the goalie challenge, where about 50 sponge pucks were shot at him from a machine. SUN photos

Seven-year-old Jack McCoy of Harrow made his way to the Hockey Hall of Fame display inside the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre on Saturday and got his picture taken with the Stanley Cup. He hopes his Maple Leafs will get to do the same in a couple of months.

Former Leamington Flyers coach Reg Mulholland stands in front of the Red Storey display on Saturday, April 22 at the Hockey Hall of Fame exhibit in the gymnasium of the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre.

Young Landon Crozier of Kingsville tried his hand at shooting pucks at the Hockey Hall of Fame exhibit at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre on Saturday, April 22.

Essex Southpoint takes all-Ontario OHF title

By Mark Ribble

With files from Jen Foster

With about 400 fans cheering loudly in Leamington’s Highbury Arena, the Essex Southpoint (ESP) U13 team capped an unbeaten weekend by taking the Ontario Hockey Federation U13 A championship on Sunday, April 23.

The win in the final game came on a comeback over fellow Ontario Minor Hockey Association opponent the Centre Wellington Fusion.

ESP roared to the final with round-robin wins over the West Hill Golden Hawks, Temiskaming Shores Puckhounds, Centre Wellington and Woodstock Navy Vets.

The semi-final on Sunday morning saw ESP defeat West Hill by a 6-1 score.

In game one, the locals defeated the Greater Toronto Hockey League champs from West Hill 8-2 on goals by Austin Goudie and Nash Fuerth (two each), JoJo McLeod, Owen Derksen, Derek Dunn and Lucas O’Neil. Trent Chevalier got the victory in goal. Their second game was similar in fashion as they shut out the Northern Ontario Hockey League

champions, Tamiskaming Shores 7-0. Kevin Ondic earned the shutout with support from seven different scorers in Goudie, Dunn, Nathan Mariuz, Ben Liebrock, Brayden Foster, Tyler Thomas and AJ Youssef.

Centre Wellington was up next — the team who was the OMHA runner-up to ESP a couple of weeks ago — and ESP skated away with a 9-2 rout. Liebrock and Thomas each scored twice, with singles to Goudie, Foster, Fuerth, O’Neil and Dunn. Chevalier earned the victory in goal.

The fourth game of the round-robin saw ESP shut out the Woodstock Navy Vets 5-0 as Ondic got his second shutout of the tournament. Liebrock led the scoring barrage with two goals, while Mariuz, Foster and O’Neil potted singles.

In the semi-final, the locals found themselves up against West Hill once again and skated away with a 6-1 score on the strength of a pair of goals by McLeod. Singles went to Kaden Cook, Fuerth, Liebrock and Youssef.

The final game against familiar foe Centre Wellington proved to be ESP’s biggest challenge

of the weekend as the Fusion took an early 2-0 lead and tried their best to hang on against ESP’s explosive offence through two periods.

After a flood and time to regroup, ESP came out a determined bunch in the third.

Midway through the final period, Derksen sent a long stretch pass up to Cook, who skated in from his off wing and roofed his snapshot to finally get ESP on the board.

With the team alive and the crowd buzzing, the impossible seemed to be in reach.

Two minutes later, Cook grabbed the puck in his own end, weaved past the defence and fired his shot high glove to even the score.

Both teams traded chances in the final minutes of this exciting contest, each trying to will their team to a victory.

Then, with 2:25 remaining, Cook stopped a clearing attempt at the line. Liebrock picked up the puck, stepped up and wired his snapshot just inside the post to give ESP the lead.

The Fusion tried desperately to tie the game, but Ondic and his ESP teammates shut the door,

Reid, Arquette chosen in 2023 OHL priority selection

Two players with area connections heard their names called this weekend as the Ontario Hockey League hosted their annual draft.

Flyers forward Hayden Reid was selected by the Niagara Ice Dogs with the 50th overall pick and AP Cameron Arquette was taken in the fourth round, 71st overall by Kitchener Rangers.

“It’s a great feeling to be picked,” Reid says. “It’s rewarding to feel the work I have put in has been noticed. I would like to thank the Flyers organization for everything they have done to help me succeed this season.”

REID ARQUETTE

Reid, from Clarington, Ontario, made the team out of camp and was an important contributor to the line-up.

The 16-year-old scored 16 goals and added 24 assists for 40 points in 47 games, finishing with three power play goals and three game winning goals.

He also took part in the GOJHL’s Future Stars game and was selected to play in the St. Andrew’s

skating away with a thrilling 3-2 come-from-behind win in front of a frenzied hometown crowd.

Finishing the year with an incredible record of 70-4-2, this ESP U13 hockey team now holds dual

titles as the OMHA and OHF champions.

Talbot Trail senior golfers are ready to play

College MacPherson Challenge Tournament, where he won gold.

“This is an awesome accomplishment for Hayden and his family,” said Flyers head coach Dale Mitchell. “After not getting drafted last year, he persevered and proved people wrong. We are very excited for him.”

Reid’s scoring prowess has continued in the post season, where he has six goals and six assists in 16 games.

Earlier this year, Reid committed to Colgate University in NCAA D1 hockey.

Arquette, meanwhile, suited up for two games with the Flyers this season, while playing for the Sun County Panthers.

By Bob McLean

Organizers of the Talbot Trail senior men’s golf league welcome golfers back to the fun league which will commence play on Tuesday, May 2. Players should register at approximately 8:15 a.m., but the shotgun start will be at 9:00.

There were about 76 golfers sign up last year. You can also register for the Tuesday Senior League online on the Talbot Trail golf site.

Anyone who is 50 and over can join. The main purpose of the league is to have fun. It was started many years ago

by Jack Baker, Jake Reid and Dr. McLean. I have been lucky enough to enjoy this league for 22 years. We have some players in their 50s and others who are in their 90s. These young old-

sters still play a very good game of golf and are true inspirations for the rest of the group.

Golfer: “I would move both heaven and earth to get a birdie today.”

Caddie: “Try Heaven, you have moved most of the earth already.”

Many a golfer prefers a golf cart to a caddie because it can’t laugh, count or criticize.

The league is looking forward to all of the past players rejoining this year. Also, we look forward to having many new participants striking the small white sphere.

Just have fun!

Kaden Cook lets go the blast that changed the championship game, beating Centre Wellington goalie Nicholas Barron to narrow the gap to 2-1 midway through the third period Sunday. Cook scored again minutes later to tie the game and set the stage for Ben Liebrock’s game winner.

ESP’s Derek Dunn, left photo, was named Most Valuable Player for the tournament, along with Centre Wellington’s goaltender Nicholas Barron, who both received their awards from OHF committee chair Linda Ralf. SUN photos

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