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LEAMINGTON — Residents along Bennie Avenue in Leamington were jolted from their Easter breakfast chairs on Sunday, when an out-of-control pickup truck veered off the road and onto the lawns. The incident occured shortly after 9 am, as the errant truck took out a hydro box, sheared off a tree and spun the parked black pickup pictured here into another parked vehicle. The driver then sped off on three wheels, heading east on Seacliff Drive. The driver was apprehended about 20 minutes later by Leamington OPP cruisers, who caught up with the damaged vehicle on Mersea Rd. B. The suspect was taken into custody, but as of press time, no more information was avaialble on possible charges. Sun photo
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KINGSVILLE — The Jack MinerFoun- items. The dinner will take place with some dation and the St. Clair students are teaming up to celebrate the successful mellow live music, starting at 5:00 pm life of Mr. Jack Miner and embracing until about 8:00 pm. COVID-19 safety guidelines will be his contribution towards the rescue of the Canada Goose. The event is going followed strictly, and social distancing to be a dinner night with a raffle where will be strongly implemented. The price of the ticket is set at $30 per the prizes will be donated by the local person and people who win the virtual vendors. It’s a two-day event with the first day raffle will get their raffle basket on dinbeing a virtual event on Facebook — a ner night. Tickets are now available at the Sancvirtual raffle that will be conducted on tuary itself, or at Back in Motion ChiroApril 9 at 3:00 pm. The raffle will be ticket based and practic Clinic, 22 Heritage Rd, Kingsthe winners will be decided randomly ville, and on the event website. through a draw and will be given one of the several raffle baskets. The event will roll out with a speech dedicated to Jack Miner, followed by the virtual raffle. The second day is the curbside dinner that is on April 10 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The event will take place at the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, 332 Road 3 West in Kingville. The menu for the dinner is available on the event’s website, and will include water buffalo meatballs, pheasant stir fry, venison sausage with peppers and other delicious Legendary conservationist Jack Miner.
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By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — This area lost one of its most recognizable landmarks last week in an April 1 morning fire that destroyed the former Paula’s Fish Place Restaurant. Fire crews got the call shortly after 6 am on Thursday and found the building fully engulfed in flames when they arrived. Crews were on site all morning and when the smoke settled, all that was left was a shell of the building. The former restaurant was not inhabited and had not been open for several months. The property was sold a few weeks ago. Former owner, Paula Ouellette, says she is devastated by the loss of what she called her home for 28 years. “It was really like my home,” she said. “It always felt like customers were guests in our home.” Over the years, it had become a favourite stop for birders, tourists and many locals who made Paula’s their favourite coffee spot in the morning. “Most of my key management people had been with me for the last 22 years,” said Ouellette. “We employed family members, parents, sisters and nieces.” “It comes as an utter shock,” she added. “People have called and messaged me to share their amazing memories.” Ouellette said that although she no longer owns the property, it was like losing a beloved member of her family. “I have so many great memories, and I’m sad to see it go,” she said. The new owners, Jeanna and Jimmy Simoni, were having some reno-
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Wheatley Socially Distanced Easter Egg hunt a success WHEATLEY — The Wheatley Branch 324 Legion Ladies Auxiliary Socially Distanced Easter Egg Hunt was very popular among the younger crowd with 93 local youngsters participating in this year’s event. Last year, in total lockdown, participants had to observe just from their vehicles, but this year, many were able to get out over the past few days and find the ‘virtual eggs’ indicated by a bunny and egg sign. From the 93 kids who joined, nine Eas-
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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington Memories of... and Wheatley Photos Kingsville, from Kingsville-GosfieldLeamington Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time and Wheatley
Cedar Beach Drug Store, Wednesday, April 7, 2021 owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives 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. 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.
Let’s pay homage to springtime in the Sun Parlor How do they know when it’s springtime in Alaska? That’s a question for the ages, I guess. We deal with the hazy shade of winter for months and then suddenly, here comes the sun. We’ve now passed that late winter, early spring transition period and we appear to be walking on sunshine. We can be content to soak up the sun or say hello, Mr. blue sky. Either way, it’s a good day. Sunshine is a sure sign that spring is here. Whether I’ve got sunshine on my shoulders or possess a pocket full of sunshine, the warmth of the sun is always refreshing. There’s nothing better than a beautiful morning to get you feelin’ groovy. The sure signs of spring are the birds. We go from the sound of silence all winter, to the tweet tweet of a rockin’ robin as the snow melts away. If you take the time to put your records on, you can listen to your favourite songs and follow it up with just sitting and watching butterflies or listening to rythm of the rain. But when the sun is out, the songbirds will sing. The blackbird sings in
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the dead of night, or so they say, but they also say a caged bird never sings. I guess only a free bird would sing then. When doves cry, you can hear the loneliness in their tone. Although I’ve never heard a hummingbird, they are certainly a pleasure to watch. It’s always a good thing when you have a bird that is colourful and your bird can sing. While they have more of a squawk, no other bird can fly like an eagle. Spring is just one of those great seasons. In the sun, we can see life, warmth and hope. If for only a moment in time, we can make the world go away. If you’re a regular reader, by now, you’ve probably already guessed what I’m doing with this week’s column. I’ve hidden 31 popular song titles in this article. See if you can find them.
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This is a photo of Jean Harris in the downstairs hall of the first Kingsville High School. The school was formerly the E.E. Harris house on Main Street, originally built by Solomon Wigle. When KHS officially A Look atthere Leamington’ s students. Past courtesy of C. ofScott Holland opened in 1922, were about 100 Eventually, because increased enrolment, a new and up-to-date one-storey school building was officially opened in October 1953.
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ITALIAN CHOIR DONATES TO KNIGHTS LEAMINGTON — The Italian Choir of Leamington recently made a $1000 donation to the St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus. The local group is still raising funds for charity, despite not being able to perform publicly, due to the COVID pandemic. The funds raised are through bingos at Chances Gaming Lounge. From left are Nick Lutsch (K of C), Gina Ciotoli, Susie Cervini, Mickelina Mastronardi (VP), Asunta Gori, Anthony Gori, Irma Ingratta (Secretary), Bruno Ingratta and Don Bedore (Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus). Sun photo
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RALLY AT FAMILY KITCHEN LEAMINGTON — What started as a local restaurateur’s wish to open her doors for indoor dining, turned into a rally for those feeling oppressed by the Ontario government’s recent shutdown meaures. About 200 people gathered in front of Family Kitchen Restaurant and the Leamington CIBC on Tuesday morning. News of the Family Kitchen staying open for indoor dining broke on social media on Easter Monday and the rally gained momentum overnight into Tuesday. Many travelled from outside of Leamington to attend and show their solidarity against health guidelines. Sun photo
YOUTH ATTEND SHRINE LEAMINGTON — Gore Hill Public School students received a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny and his wife (a.k.a. Educational Assistant Sylvia Ward and Custodian Matt Gould). The pair waved a few friendly hellos and toured the hallways. The Easter Bunny and friend toured the hallways of Gore Hill in the top photo. In the bottom photo, Early Years student, Zaya Tanada welcomes the bunnies to her classroom. Photos submitted
LEAMINGTON — Several local youth attended the Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine on Highway 77 prior to the Easter holiday in order to utilize the outdoor Station of the Cross trail. The grounds are accessible to everyone, regardless of denomination. The St. Anthony’s Parish is planning a new church in addition to a Maronite nursing home in the future. They recently welcomed a new priest, hailing from Calgary. His name is Father Michael Kassas, with 13 years of experience as a chaplain for the hospital and senior home there. Father Kassas is also bi-ritual, which means that he can celebrate mass at any Latin Roman Catholic Church and any Maronite Roman Catholic Church. Photo submitted
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Langemann, Hanna
94 years, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021 at the Sun Parlor Home. Beloved wife of the late Peter A. Langemann (1994). Dear mother of Ann Campbell, Bruno Langemann (Peggy), Betty Quick. Loving Grandma of Lisa Raffoul, Michael Lee Campbell (Kelly), Kelli Quick, Michael Langemann (Taryn), Ryan Langemann (Farian), Great Grandma of Joshua, Jordan, and Jesselyn Campbell, Billy and Peter Raffoul, Hanna and Armenie Langemann. Dear sister of the late Gerda Kruppa (Reinhardt). Hanna will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Longtime friend of Helen Brown. Hanna was a member of Leamington United Church for over 60 years, she was a member of the UCW. She worked hand in hand with Peter on the family farm. She enjoyed knitting afghans for all her family members. Special thanks to Dr. Hill (family physician), Dr. Gow, nurses and staff at Sun Parlor Home for their exceptional care. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631) on Saturday, April 3, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Hanna’s life at 10:30 a.m. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and funeral service is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca Everyone must wear a mask. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Agnes Cornies (nee Neufeld) With great sadness, our family announces the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on March 30, 2021 at the age of 94 years. Agnes was predeceased by her loving husband and partner of 52 years, David Cornies (1999). Cherished mother of Dave (Carolyn) Cornies, Linda (Bob) Kipping, Sharon (Steve) Oulahen, Gerry (Sonja) Cornies and Ken (Shauna) Cornies. Proud and loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren, Lianne Braun (Dan), David Cornies, Daniel Cornies (Karrie), Sarah Kipping (Ilan), Rob Kipping ( Jasmin), Greg Oulahen (Becky), Laura Shantz (Dan), Kevin Cornies (Dana), Bradley Cornies (Meghan), Mario Vona (Anna), Lia Nistico (Phill), Kaesha Cornies and Jaclyn Cornies, as well as 22 precious great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Helen (George 1996) Founk and Helga (Abe) Driedger. She will be missed by sister-in-law Helen (Bill 2018) Cornies and many nieces and nephews. Agnes and her husband, Dave, worked side by side for many years on their farm on Fraser Road in Leamington. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, crocheting and needlepoint. We will all miss her delicious home-cooked meals and baking. She cherished our family gatherings and was always very welcoming to extended family and friends. Agnes was a member of the Leamington United Mennonite Church for many years. Due to Covid restrictions, a private family service will be held on Tuesday April 6, 2021. Livestream of funeral will be available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. In lieu of flowers, if desired, memorial donations made to the Leamington Mennonite Home are appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Hartwick, Ruth
94 years, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at the Sun Parlor Home. Beloved wife of the late J.D. Hartwick (1973). Dear mother of Clifford Hartwick (late Janette, 2010), Evlyn Cribbie (Ted), Helen Kettle (Cliff ). Loving Grandma of Sara Finlay (David), Robert Cribbie (Chantal), Jennifer Konrad (Greg), Jay Kettle (Cindy), Julie Hartwick (Harvey Steinhoff ) and Great Grandma of 10 great grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Margaret Bell (late Orville), late Archie Riley (late Margaret), late Augusta Meston (late Warren), late Kenneth Riley (Shirley). Ruth will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Dear friend of Danny and Jackie Proulx. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Private Family Service to celebrate Ruth’s life on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 11 a.m. Livestream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and funeral service is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. Proof of Memorial obituary run Memorial Interment Evergreen Park to Cemetery. donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Any changes please email McNeelands, sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks. Gerald Kerr 76 years, passed away on March 21, 2021 in Leamington. Predeceased by his wife Shirley (nee Wilkinson) in 2017. Survived by step-daughters Gloria Newman and Faye Thibodeau (Roger), grandchildren Michelle Mitchell (Mark), Lisa Mitchell (Ryan), Renee Charette (Phil), Christopher DeVries, Michael DeVries (Brienne) and 6 great grandchildren. Survived by his siblings Patricia (Pat) Lacroix, Bernice (Bernie) Baker and Lloyd (Sam) McNeelands and his wife Leone. Predeceased are his parents Isobel and William McNeelands, sister Wilhelmine (Billie) Dewsbury and her husband Jack, brother James ( Jim) McNeelands, brothers-in-law Fred Baker and Jack Lacroix, and niece Andrea Schilder. Gerald is survived by many nieces and nephews. Gerald will always be remembered by his great friends Margaret and George Wierzbicki. Gerald was retired from the Loblaws Corporation. Private service to celebrate Gerald’s life be held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Interment to follow at Lakeview Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Windsor/Essex Humane Society would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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away peacefully with her family by her side on Easter Sunday, April 7, 2021 April 4, 2021 at Franklin Gardens Southpoint Long TermSun Care. Predeceased by her husband 50 years, Don $100, plus $13 hstof=over $113 Sanderson (2015). Devoted mother of Linda Pajot (Greg) and Liz Bierer (Mike). Cherished Any changes please email Nanny of Riley and Mitchel Bierer. Fondly remembered sun@southpointsun.ca by Valerie Bierer and the extended Pajot family. Susan is survived by her sister,Thanks. Nancy Roger (late Bill), brother John Bowen (Carole) and sister-in-law of the late Graham Sanderson (Marg) and Barbara Wickert ( John). Much loved Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Susan was a supply teacher in the Essex County District School Board for many years and an active member of the Sir Winston Churchill Chapter IODE. Dear friends will fondly remember her quick wit, love of music and her penchant for fun, Proof a good costume and an opportunity to dance. The of obituary to run Franklin Gardens family has been instrumental in Susan’s life for the last decade. Their care and compassion has been 7, 2021 exceptional and weApril are forever grateful. Due to Covid restrictions, a private family serviceSun will take place at a later Southpoint date. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Shores Hospice by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Any please email Friends maychanges share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca sun@southpointsun.ca
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James “Jim” Younger
July 31, 1930 - March 30, 2021 Peacefully, after a brief illness at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, James “Jim” Younger of Mount Elgin and formerly of Wheatley passed away at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Rose Mary for 34 years. Dear father of David Younger (Susan), the Late Stephen Younger, Theresa Younger, Jimmy Younger, Michael Younger (Karen) and step-father of Bill Chute (Deborah). Jim is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as a sister Gerty. Predeceased by 2 sisters Pat and Jean. Jim was a proud employee of H.J. Heinz for over 35 years. He was also a dedicated member of the Royal Canadian Legion. Jim served in the Royal British Air Force and was part of the Honour Guard the day Queen Elizabeth was crowned. He will be missed by all that knew Proof of obituary to run him. In keeping with Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Private Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at April 1:00 pm7,in2021 Ostrander’s Funeral Home Chapel and willSouthpoint be live streamedSun through the link provided by our website. Memorial donations to the Poppy Fund $100, plus $13 hst = $113 may be made by contacting Ostrander’s Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg (519-842-5221) who have been changes please email entrustedAny with the arrangements. Personal condolences and favourite memories can be shared at sun@southpointsun.ca www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com
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515,191
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875,000
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Tractors: Case IH 7210 Magnum FWA, 5188 hrs, sells w/ duals; Case IH MXV 125 FWA, 5014 hrs, includes the lightbar guidance system- Case IH EZ-guide 250 w/upgraded antenna accurate to 6”; White 6105 FWA, 3032 hrs; MF model 270 open station, 2237 hrs; Backhoe: Case 580K backhoe, 6950 hrs, works well; Combine: Case IH 1660 sells w/20’ Crary air reel & header cart as one package; Planting: Case IH model 5400 notill drill; Plus good tillage, gravity wagons, augers, Hardi HC650 sprayer, and numerous other items. Details & photos at www. jackmorrisauctions.com Preview: Sat. Apr. 10 from 9 to 4 or by appointment. Contact Tim Dawson, 519-322-8781 To view catalogue or register to bid please visit jacobauctions.hibid.com For further assistance please call Jacob’s office at 519-348-9896 Pickup at 1890 – 3rd Conc Line, Wheatley: Sat. Apr. 17 from 9 to 4. Terms: e-transfer, approved cheque, Visa, MC, cash. 10% Buyer Premium (capped at $1,000.00 per item if paid by cheque) & HST in effect. Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 Assistant Auctioneer: Dave Jacob, 519-348-9896
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Monday, April 19 beginning to close at 6:00 pm
Rivest Farms Ltd Equip: Tractors-N.H. TM155 FWA, 5019 hrs, sells / duals & Buhler True self leveling 2795 front end loader; Valtra 8950 FWA, 200 HP, 3917 hrs, sells w/axle duals & front end weights; Valtra 6750 FWA, 107 HP, 6255 hrs, sells w/front end weights & is auto pilot ready; JD 1830 open station w/ canopy; JD 4520, 7679 hrs on tact; Planting: set of Int. model 5100 grain drills w/double hookup; N.I. 15 row model 9300 – 15 row planter; Plus: good tillage, large gravity wagons, & misc. equipment. Barrette Family Farms, & neighbours Equip: Tractors - Int. 5088, 4928 hrs, sells w/20x8.38 duals; Int. 5088, 2 speed PTO, 18.4x38 rear tires; Flat Bed Trailer w/ heavy duty dual axle, 8’ x 20’ long; good tillage; gravity wagons, misc. equipment. Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauctions.com Preview: Sat. April 10 from 9 to 4 or by appointment. Contact Proprietors: Jeff Rivest at 519-818-0983, Joe Barrette at 519-996-6441, Jerome Barrette at 519-564-0800 To view catalogue or to register to bid please visit jacobauctions.hibid.com For further assistance call Jacob’s office at 519-348-9896. Pick up at 4280 Hwy 77, Staples: Tues. April 20 from 9 to 4. Terms: e-transfer, approved cheque, Visa, MC, debit, cash. 10% buyer premium (capped at $1,000.00 per item when paid by cheque). Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 Assistant Auctioneer: Dave Jacob, 519-348-9896
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Local soccer groups hopeful for the 2021 soccer season
By Mark Ribble REGIONAL — With the weather warming and grass growing greener, it would normally be time for local minor soccer groups to be ready to hit the fields. Last year, the soccer seasons didn’t get off the ground and local minor soccer groups scrambled to get refunds or fee deferments to their members. This year, there was renewed hope — until this week’s emergency brake shutdown — and there is still some hope that the kids will get to play. Leamington Minor Soccer spokesman, Bob Rumble, told the Sun last week, that they are in a holding pattern. “We’re not doing a registration until we know for sure,” he said. “We will make a decision by April 12.” Rumble says that if they do go ahead, the season will be pushed back to July-August instead of the usual May start. In Wheatley, minor board member Jesse Wright says they have already held a registration but are in a holding pattern, too. “We’re hoping we can have a slightly delayed season,” said Wright. “But we need to be in the orange level to make that happen.” Both Wright and Rumble say they’ve been told that they aren’t allowed more than 25 people at the entire soccer complex at once, under the red level. “We will follow what Ontario soccer recommends,” says Wright. If the shutdown reduces numbers to get Windsor Essex and Chatham-Kent to the Orange level, the local groups may attempt a soccer season with all the proper precautions in place. “We just want the kids to get outside and play,” says Wright. “Let’s hope we can do that.” Over in Kingsville, the group there has had ongoing registration for a couple of weeks. The Sun reached out to Kingsville Soccer through their Facebook page but they hadn’t yet responded at press time. Their Facebook page says they are still hoping to have a soccer season, pending government restrictions. There’s one thing that resonates with all three organizations. No matter what group you’re affiliated with, the hope is that soccer can be played sometime this summer and the kids can have some fun.
WHEATLEY — Wheatley Minor Soccer board member, Jesse Wright, poses with his two boys, Evan (in blue) and Theo (in yellow) at the Wheatley soccer field on the weekend. Wright is hoping that, once the emergency brake shutdown is lifted, they can get kids out on the field to play the game. Wheatley and Kingsville Soccer both recently had registration for the upcoming season, with hopes that they can eventually get the season underway. Leamington Minor Soccer will make a decision in the coming days about their 2021 season. Sun photo
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Flyers won 2013-14 Western conference title By C. Scott Holland On April 3, 2014, the Leamington Flyers celebrated their first ever Western Conference playoff championship. It had taken them two decades to accomplish the feat and the victory abolished many years of the pain and agony of falling short. The road to that title began with the regular season, where the Flyers finished first overall. Pitted against the eighthplace St. Marys Lincolns, the Flyers won the bestof-seven series 4-0 and earned three shutouts in four contests, winning 7-0, 5-0 ad 4-0. In the only game the Lincolns were in, the Flyers won 3-2 in overtime. Kyle Quick ripped the game-winning
goal at 6:04 of the extra period. Up next was the fifthplace London Nationals — a club which had already been a top contender for a few seasons — and would ultimately become a nemesis for Leamington in the future. The Flyers took the opener 5-3, then lost 3-2 at London. A thrilling 3-2 double-overtime victory at home featured the heroics of Eric Henderson, who slotted the game-winner at the 11-minute mark of the second overtime. Leamington outshot the Nats 68-31 as Flyers’ goalie Austin Roudebush outlasted his Nats’ counterpart, Jacob Riley. The next contest also went into double OT. This time, Leamington
emerged the winner again as David Dalby cashed in a powerplay tally at 5:08 while London’s Ryan Wells served a minor penalty for roughing. The only scoring in the game occurred in the second when the Nats’ Jeff Bauer and Leamington’s Tony Spidalieri traded goals. The Flyers closed out the series with a 6-1 win and went on to face the thirdplace Chatham Maroons for the championship, which they won in five games. Members of the 2013-14 Flyers team were: Head coach Tony Piroski, a/ coaches: Ron Soucie, Lee Jones, Jamie McDermott, Branden Robitaille, Mark Epplett, trainers: Dr. Steve O’Neil and Dr. Luke Szczepanik; GM:
Mike Daler, A/GM. Kevin Hopper. Players: Austyn Roudebush, Trevor Wheaton, J. P. Grineau, Ryan Muzzin, Blaine Bechard, Cole Chevalier,
David Dalby, Alex Seguin, Dylan Seguin, Alex Friesen, Eric Henderson, Colin Moore, Nathan Opblinger, Mitch Amante, Cale Allen, Chris Scott,
Kyle Quick, Tony Spidalieri, Daniel Robertson, Graham Kelsey plus APs Anthony Salinitri and Brett Markham.
DELIVERY or CURBSIDE Alex Seguin hoists the Bill Weir Championship Trophy for the Flyers’ 2013-14 GOJHL Western Conference title on April 3, 2014, with a 1-0 Game five win over the Chatham Maroons. Sun photo archives
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Lions win soccer opener The Leamington Lions senior boys defeated Amherst in their opening game of the 1991 soccer season last week at Amherst. Rich Schroeder, Scott Butler and John Day scored for Leamington, with Karl Wachholz picking up the win in goal. Coach Peter Quick also praised the work of middle sweeper Scott McGregor. Juniors drub Amherst 5-0 Meanwhile the junior boys shutout their foes from General Amherst by a 5-0 count. Joey Youssef scored three goals to lead the Lions offence, while Rocco Flores had the other two. Mark Quenneville, Jason Ford and Larry Lane shared the shutout. Bennie Lumber goes unbeaten for title The Bennie Lumber Atom House League team won both the regular season and playoff titles, going unbeaten in local atom hockey play. Team members included Scott Rutgers, Adam Tiessen, Matthew Nikkel, Shane Ivy, Patrick Michaud, Joey Raffoul, Kerry Klym, David Braun, Jason Meuller, Eric Pelletier and Derrick Critchlow. Coaches were Jarret James and Bill Rutgers. Village Inn wins senior hockey crown The Village Inn rallied to beat Gulliver Insurance Brokers and win the Leamington Men’s Senior Hockey title on Monday night. Todd Hodgson had staked the Brokers to a 2-0 lead with two nifty goals. The V.I. got on the board midway through the second as Brian Roach made it 2-1. Roach then followed with his second to tie the game. Hodgson completed his hat trick on a nice feed from Roger Lamb to regain the lead for the Brokers. Then with two minutes left on the clock, Roach struck again to complete his own hat trick, with help from Mark Matheson and Jim Butcher. That goal
tied the game and Gary Gayer scored the winner 35 seconds later to give the Village Inn the crown. LDSS Senior girls beat Amherst 3-0 The LDSS senior girls soccer team shutout Amherst by a 3-0 score last week. Leslie Gibbons, Mary Ann Elias and Suzanne Lapos scored the Lion goals. Lisa Derbyshire earned the shutout. Eight schools compete in badminton tourney The third annual LDSS Junior/Senior Invitational Badminton Tournament was held at the Sherk Complex on Easter Monday. Eight schools and 150 players competed from this area. Joe Bethlehem and Scott Coulter teamed up for third place in junior boys doubles, while Chris Tuquero and Derick Mastromatteo finished third in senior boys doubles. Adrienne Popa and Joey Youssef took second place in senior mixed doubles. Josephine Bileti and Cindy Sleiman won the junior girls doubles title, while Mary Bethlehem and Carol Guzman won the senior title.
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1917 Gray-Dort, built in Chatham An email arrived recently from Simon Genest of St. Thuribe, Quebec, with the story of a car built over one hundred years ago in Chatham, Ontario. “Hi Bill. My father was a cabinet maker. A friend offered to buy for him, a heap of scrap, which was once a GrayDort car made in 1917. “For five years, my father worked patiently on its restoration. He ordered original parts. His first outing was during the official parade of the 150th anniversary of the village of St. Albans. He was very proud. “My father passed away a few weeks ago. We found the car in a dusty garage. We took it out and cleaned it up. The engine no longer starts. We don’t know if we can make a collector happy or if one of my nephews, who is a mechanic, could continue to improve it.” The Gray family in Chatham, Ontario, was very successful in building horsedrawn carriages. When the automobile became popular, they decided that was the way to go.
golf. With no more parts coming from Michigan, the Gray-Dort Company in Chatham came to an end after building
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26,000 Gray-Dorts. Some still survive, including the one shown here. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.
Bill Sherk They hooked up with Dallas Dort in Michigan, who was building a light and well-made car called the Dort. The Gray family would build a car in Chatham with parts imported from Dallas Dort in Michigan. The result was the Gray-Dort, which began in 1915. For the next four years, all GrayDorts had the gas filler neck sticking out through the dashboard. This way, the driver could sit behind the wheel while buying gas from a curbside pump. But there was always the danger of fire if the driver was smoking a cigarette. In 1920, the gas tank was moved to the rear of the car. In 1925, Dallas Dort suddenly decided to get out of the car business and died soon after of a heart attack while playing
1917 Gray-Dort recently restored in Quebec.
What was happening in 1966 in this area By C. Scott Holland —————— Canada’s 1967 CentenA total of 21 new buildnial commissioner John ing permits had been isFisher spoke to 200 peo- sued by building inspecple at the Roma Club. He tor Cam Smithson. The was introduced by T. D. largest was a 120 ft. by 207 Smyth, chair of the Leam- ft. warehouse to be erectington and District Cen- ed on Ivan St. for Dibtennial Board. The group brell Brothers Tobacco. heard about some of the Contractor Frank Lutsch events already planned. Sr. had five permits for —————— houses to be built on the The new Leaming- east side of Danforth Ave. ton and Mersea munici- between Alderton and pal building was slated Hayward. to open on Mon., Apr. ————— 11. The New offi$450,000 cers for the structure local Kwanis while not Club were: completeEric Slater ly finished 1st vice-preswas havident; John ing furniCrump past ture and president; records incoming moved into president it. LeamDr. Robington’s ert McGirr; temporary and George office had Thomas Smyth was the Wigle, 2nd been in a president of Leamington’s v i c e - p r e s i house on 1967 Centennial board and dent. Clark St. W. would eventually rise to become president of Heinz while Mer- Canada. sea used a store in the Shotton building on Erie St. N.. The first council meeting would be Leamington’s on Apr. 11 and Mersea would hold theirs RESIDENTIAL BUILDING SOLUTIONS on Apr. 18. “From the ground up” —————— Mersea Township’s PoNew Homes Additions lice force now consists of Decks Fencing three members as ConRoofing Siding Garages Sheds stable William Wright a Windows Doors former OPP officer joined Renovations Drywall Chief Reo Williams and Constable Alan Harris. 519-791-3219
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Ever wonder what goes on within a greenhouse? Ontario grows a wide variety of fruits and vegetables! Many of which are found in one of the
highest concentration of greenhouse farms in North America, Essex county. For the bio protection of our plants, and for the safety of our workers, tours are currently prohibited. But what if we could tell you how to tour a greenhouse from the comforts of your own home. Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable growers presents our Virtual Reality 360 experience! Fly over our greenhouses, cruise down rows of tomato plants, and watch how Ontario’s fresh flavourful greenhouse produce makes it from our farms to your plate! We
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invite you to try out the experience by scanning the QR code on this page. Scanning is easy! Just open the camera app on your phone and a link should pop up. Click on the link, and get your phone ready, as it is now your eyes and ears inside one of Ontario’s greenhouse farms. Point your phone in different directions and make sure to look around! You can also use your desktop computer by visiting: www.ogvg.com/ogvgvr-360. High-tech greenhouses are at the forefront of innovation and we hope you will enjoy this experience and take our virtual tour.
Greenhouse coverings diffuse the light, so there are no shadows or hot spots. Sunlight is dispersed across the crop improving consistency.
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The Salvation Army Leamington has been serving our community and area since 1886. We exist to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our We plan to expand our world. The Salvation Army
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Erieview Acres Erieview Acres was originally opened as a cut flower farm by Rob Hansen in 1986. Rob grew cut flowers at Erieview for twenty years until in 2006. At the time, Rob had a young son and was buying organic produce for the family when his wife asked why he was buying organic produce and not just growing it on their farm. At this point in time, organic greenhouse growing was rudimentary and said to be “not yet ready for commercialization.” This served as great inspiration and proved to be little challenge for Erieview, as they had already invested plenty of time and money learning about bio-controls and the biological pest management techniques
that benefited their cut flower crops. This knowledge transferred well to organic greenhouse vegetable growing practices and shortly after the switch to growing organics, Rob’s brother Norm Hansen came on board as head of research and development – adding in house research to pest management and organic nutrition. Today, Erieview Acres is one of the premier growers of certified organic greenhouse vegetables in the Leamington area. They grow in 12.5 acres of greenhouses at two locations. Learn more by visiting: https://www.ogvgconnect.com/ grower-profiles/erieview-acres
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