Southpoint Sun - August 30, 2023

Back-to-back storms wreak havoc on area

Residents and businesses in the readership area are still reeling and cleaning up from the storms that passed through the area on Wednesday and Thursday of last week.

Golf courses in the area were very hard hit with the torrential rains that hit Wednesday afternoon, August 23, and Thursday morning, and remained closed for several days afterward.

Hydro crews were still working hard on Friday to restore power to customers in Kingsville, Leamington, Wheatley and Pelee Island.

Rainfall totals as of Thursday afternoon had reached upwards of seven inches and with the rain during Thursday’s severe thunderstorm adding to the total, the saturated ground in the Sun Parlour of Canada remained that way most of the weekend.

While Wednesday’s storm produced mostly rain — and lots of it — Thursday night’s storm brought less rain and more wind, damaging outdoor furniture and bringing a few older trees to the ground.

Although nothing like the storm that hit the Kingsville-Leamington-Harrow area last month, Thursday’s event was the second in two days that residents had to endure.

Widespread flooding of roads, fields and parking lots along the Harrow-Colchester-Kingsville corridor and well into Leamington also produced plenty of flooded basements, due to over

saturation of the ground and an infrastructure that just could not handle the near-record rainfalls.

Nearby LaSalle, West Windsor and Tecumseh

had confirmed tornado touchdowns during Thursday’s event.

The torrential rains took many back to July of 1989 when a unprec-

ented amount of rain fell in a very short period of time, causing widespread flooding of basements and streets.

A boil water advisory

was issued for Kingsville on Thursday and then rescinded over the weekend, allowing Kingsville residents to resume regular water-use activity.

“Worst since 1989”

An overhead view of the Cedar Beach area in Kingsville on Thursday, August 24, with a submerged Heritage Road on the right and an overflowing Cedar Creek on the left.

Courtesy of Les McDonald of Digital Voodoo Media

Cars passing through the intersection of Lutsch Avenue and Orange Street in Leamington on Thursday, August 24 had to deal with water that was over two feet deep. More storm photos on page 2. SUN photo

–YEAR TWO–

39TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2023 MOMENTUM

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN for the 39TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of Members of Windsor Family Credit Union Limited (the “Credit Union”).

Information Meetings and Voting will take place in person on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

CROWNE PLAZA, KITCHENER, ON AND WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

THE ST. CLAIR COLLEGE CENTRE FOR THE ARTS, WINDSOR, ON Doors will open at 5:30pm, and the meetings will commence at 6:30pm. Information placed before the Membership on September 18, 2023 and September 20, 2023 will be voted on by show of hands at the meetings. Registration to participate in the 39th Annual Meeting will open at 9:00am on Friday, August 25, 2023 and close at 4:59pm on Monday, September 11, 2023.

PURPOSE

The purpose of the Annual Meeting is to receive and vote on the Annual Report of the Board of Directors and President & CEO; the Report of the Treasurer on the Financial Statements; the Report of the Auditor; the Report of the Audit Committee; the Report of the Nominating Committee; the Appointment of the Auditor; the Election of Directors; the Special Business placed before the Members regarding amendments to the Credit Union’s Bylaw No. 1; and to transact such other business as may properly come before an Annual Meeting of Members.

ELECTION OF DIRECTORS

This year, there are two (2) vacancies on the WFCU Board of Directors, with both positions for a three-year term.

The Nominating Committee of the Board of Directors has successfully completed their role in ensuring that there are a sufficient number of qualified applicants to fill the two (2) positions.

The following Members put forth their application by the deadline of noon on Friday, June 16, 2023, and met the requirements of the candidate application and nomination process.

Dr. Patti France

Vic Neufeld

No election of Directors will take place at the Annual Meeting and no further nominations will be accepted. Therefore, Members will be asked to receive the report of the Nominating Committee and to elect the two (2) candidates by acclamation.

SPECIAL BUSINESS

The new Credit Unions and Caisses Populaires Act, 2020 (“the Act”) came into force March 1, 2022, and is effective for all Ontario credit unions. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (“FSRA”) regulates credit unions through this new principles-based statutory framework by administering regulations and rules, such as the new Sound Business and Financial Practices Rule.

The intent of the amendments to the Act, Regulations, and FSRA Rules is to enable credit unions to better serve their Members and remain competitive in the financial services marketplace while preserving the soundness of the regulatory system. To address the amendments to the Act, the Credit Union Bylaw was reviewed, updated and amended.

By way of a special resolution, the Board of Directors will be recommending the amended WFCU Credit Union Bylaw No. 1 to the Membership.

DATED THE 24th day of August, 2023 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD

Susan Stockwell Andrews Corporate Secretary

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NOTES

1. The proposed amendments of the Credit Union’s Bylaw No. 1 are subject to approval as special resolutions of the Membership of the Credit Union. A special resolution cannot be amended. A copy of the proposed Special Resolution, an explanatory note of the amendments to Bylaw No.1, and the Board’s reasons for proposing the amendments are available at all branches and WFCU’s Head Office, as well as via www.wfcu.ca, as of September 1, 2023.

2. As directed and as stated in the Credit Unions and Caisses Populaires Act, 2020, “the credit union shall make copies of the audited financial statements, the auditor’s report and the audit committee report available for inspection, by any member, at the meeting at which the statements and reports are to be placed before the Members and at the offices of the credit union and electronically at least 10 days before the meeting.” Eligible Members wishing to inspect the audited financial statements are asked to contact Susan Stockwell Andrews, Corporate Secretary at corporatesecretary@wfcu.ca to arrange an appointment to do so.

3. Members of the Credit Union wishing to attend the meeting must register to attend by visiting wfcu.ca or calling 519-974-WFCU (9328).

4. Only Members according to the records of the Credit Union as of August 24th, 2023 (the “Record Date” according to the Credit Union’s Bylaw No. 1) shall be entitled to vote at the meeting.

Two young cyclists make their way through the deep water at the Leamington IGA parking lot in July, 1989. This is now the location of SECC. Photo from the Scott Holland collection

Erie Shores Golf Course along the #5 fairway on Thursday, August 24. SUN photo

The overflowing creek on Talbot Trail Golf Course on Thursday, August 24. Photo courtesy of Talbot Trail

Cadets move historic building to fairgrounds

By Mark Ribble

Open house highlights enhancements and programs at Cedar Island Yacht Club

Under clear skies on Tuesday, August 22, the transporting of the Leamington Air Cadet building to the Leamington Fairgrounds went off without difficulty.

By Deanna Bertrand

65th anniversary in May of this year and the building that they’ve called home since 1958 was in jeopardy after the Municipality of Leamington announced plans to develop the old Leamington District Secondary School property on which it stood.

monial review since 1958. During the COVID pandemic, the 535 Squadron was down to about six cadets remaining, but has re-

bounded to around 16 and growing since coming out of the pandemic.

The squadron is seeking donations to help with the

building costs, and donors can easily look up the Squadron Facebook page for details on how to donate.

fered up by the municipality but the 535 Squadron remained steadfast on the idea of preserving the historic building and have been able to plug into grants and funding to help pay the cost of moving such a large building.

Cedar Island Yacht Club’s (CIYC) second annual open house June 4 highlighted the many new enhancements to the local club and the learn to sail programs through recent funding of $21,200 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) grant.

That meant that the cadets had to move as the date for development drew closer.

With help from Grossi Construction, they were able to accomplish that feat on Tuesday, August 22.

The open house included many local vendors, food, boat inspections, a chance to step on board and view some sailboats, and to hear about improvements to the club and its upcoming sailing programs through the recent Trillium grant.

The late-night move, designed to avoid heavy traffic along Talbot and Erie Streets in Leamington, took under the allotted two hours as Ontario Provincial Police strategically blocked the roadways to allow the giant payload through.

The 535 Archer Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron celebrated their

The historic H-hut style building was originally erected some 80 years ago at Windsor Airport as a training building for the Royal Canadian Air Force. Some options were of-

“The impact of this Ontario Trillium Foundation grant cannot be overstated,” said Rachel Park, Past Commodore of Cedar Island Yacht Club, who was at the helm during the application process.

“This grant has allowed CIYC to advance our sailing schools and help recover from the closures brought on by COVID. Sailing is a safe, affordable and green sport that CIYC wishes to promote to all area residents,” she said. Park also congratulated the OTF on its 40 years of “granting and building healthy

Grossi hired Desjardins House Movers out of Lakeshore, who moved the building in two parts, placing them on the fairgrounds property with plans to get a concrete pad in place to set the buildings down on and re-join them.

Local MPP for Essex Anthony Leardi said he was “very happy to see the Government of Ontario recognize and support an incredible organization in Kingsville

“For over 50 years, the Cedar Island Yacht Club has been an excellent support of our local boaters, new and old,” he said at the open house. “I know this funding will be put to good use, and I wish all members of the club smooth sailing this summer.”

Paul Cairoli, Cedar Island Youth Sailing Committee, outlined to guests the many enhancements to the sailing program along with the purchase of new lifejackets and

The Leamington District Agricultural Society oversees the fairgrounds property and has a mandate to support youth programs in the community, which aligns with the 535 Squadron’s plans going forward.

Last year, the Ontario Trillium Foundation invested over $110 million into community projects and partnerships. To learn more on OTF and its funding go to http://www.otf.ca.

To learn more about the CIYC or its sailing programs go to http://www.cedarislandyachtclub.ca

The youth sailing program, which operates with a total of 10 learn to sail boats and three coach boats, runs in July and is currently waitlisted, he said.

The grant, which was first awarded in July 2022, was to enable the club to promote and develop its Sail Canada sailing courses for adults and youth ages 8-17 years old. It has also assisted in funding a Clean Marine consultation and paddle pass

When the cadets were faced with the dilemma of no longer having a building, the Agriculture Society stepped up to offer a piece of land on the fairgrounds.

It was noted that the CIYC also joined the Ontario-developed Clean Marine Eco-rating program and with the grant monies it will help in assisting the club to

The squadron has seen over 4,000 cadets move through their annual cere-

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31ST

9:00 am – Judging of all hall exhibits: Needle Arts, Baking, Grains, Seeds, Vegetables, Flowers, Fruits, Poultry, Arts & Crafts, Photography

1:00 pm – GATES OPEN to the Public

1:00 pm – ACE midway opens

Buildings open to the Public immediately following the judging and displaying of entries. (Buildings may not open until after 4 pm due to the volume of entries).

4:00 pm - 4H Sheep Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring Open Sheep Show to follow.

6:00 pm - Pie Auction, Stage

7:30 pm - 4-H Poultry Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

7:30 pm - Harrow Fair Official Opening, Stage

8:00 pm - Jesse T, Stage

KDHS STUDENTS SUPPORT STREET HELP

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST

9:00 am – 10:00 pm – Buildings Open

9:00 am – 4-H Swine Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

10:00 am - Horse Show, Horse Ring

10:30 am - Teddy Bear Parade, Arena

10:30 am - 4-H Beef Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring Noon - The Barry O Kid’s Show, Children’s Entertainment, Arena

1:00 pm - Judging Beef Cattle, Show Ring

1:00 pm - ACE midway opens

1:30 pm - Mom or Dad Calling Contest, Arena

3:00 pm - 4-H Swine, Beef, Sheep and Poultry Auction, Show Ring

8:00 pm - Genevieve Fisher, Stage

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND

9:00 am - 10:00 pm - Buildings Open

10:00 am - 4-H Dairy Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

11:00 am - ACE midway opens

11:30 am - Parade - To see the parade route, check out the MAP

1:00 pm - Judging Dairy Cattle, Show Ring

2:00 pm - Lawn Tractor Races, Horse Ring (Western Ontario Outlaws)

2:00 pm - (immediately following Parade) Rooster Crowing Contest (birds), Poultry Barn

2:30 pm - (immediately following Parade) Rooster Crowing Contest (people), Poultry Barn

6:00 pm - Bossy Bingo - 4-H Dairy Club, Show Ring

8:00 pm - Michelle Wright, Stage

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD

9:30 am - Church Service, Stage

10:30 am - Buildings Open

12 Noon - ACE midway opens

12 Noon - Border City Barkers Agility Show, Show Ring

12 Noon - Tractor Pull, (Essex Kent Garden Tractor Pullers), Horse Ring

1:00 pm - Pedal Tractor Pull,

Photo submitted

At Kingsville District High School, four grade eleven students in Mrs. Nurse’s Leadership class organized a school bake sale in support of Street Help in Windsor. The mission of Street Help is “to provide sanctuary from the streets where the homeless will be given the dignity to provide to themselves and to others the services they require”. All $461.70 generated by the work of these teen leaders – left to right, Samantha Wright, Elyse Howson, Alyssa Bergeron and Madison Mutterback – is being donated to Street Help to assist in their efforts to “improve the lives of the community members most in need, making our community a model of giving, understanding, and inclusiveness”. To donate or to learn more about Street Help, visit www.street-help.com.

Cedar Island Yacht Club hosted an open house Sunday afternoon, June 4 to highlight the local club’s improvements and sailing programs. Pictured from left to right on one of the youth learn to sail boats are: Debra Bellany, CIYC member; Anthony Leardi, MPP Essex; Sandy Wright, Commodore CIYC; Rachel Park, Past Commodore CYIC; and Paul Cairoli, of the CIYC youth sailing committee.

The Leamington Air Cadet building makes its way through uptown Leamington on Tuesday, August 22

One half of the Air Cadet building makes its way past the Leamington Municipal Building on its way to the Leamington Fairgrounds on Tuesday, August 22 SUN photos

It’s good to be back at Cop Camp

By Paul Forman

After a three-year hiatus, the annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp provided three days of fun team-building activities for 75 campers from across the county.

Now in its 26th year, the camp at Scouts Canada Camp Cedarwin west of Kingsville is staffed by volunteers including police officers, auxiliary members and civilians, and is provided at no cost to the campers as funds were raised through an annual golf tournament in Kingsville and money

collected by volunteer OPP packers at local grocery stores.

The kids participating are all graduates of the grade six VIP program (Values, Influences and Peers) and were divided up into 10 teams for some friendly competition.

Steven Duguay, a media officer for the OPP and the chair of the Cop Camp Committee, was excited to be part of this event for the first time.

“We like that students can get to know police officers without the uniform, they can now see us

as individuals,” he said.

“Our theme is ‘Pay It Forward’. We want to offer quality lessons so that the students can do positive things in their communities. What matters is that the kids finish with smiles on their faces and the good stories that they can leave here with.”

Mariam Carr and Jenelle Ouellette, both students at École Saint-Michel in Leamington, were looking forward to the three-day camp. Mariam was excited for the opportunity to do some sailing and fishing, while Jenelle wanted to make friends and have opportunities to do new things.

One of the camp’s intentions is to have a lasting impact and that is evident in the return of past campers that now act as counsellors for the incoming groups.

Taylor Gruszka is living proof of the Cop Camp impact as she attended this camp in 2012 as a grade six student from Belle River Public School.

“I fell in love with the camp and when I turned 16, I first volunteered to help at the camp as a junior counsellor,” she says.

“I’m now 23 and celebrate my birthday here every year. The kids are great, the officers are great and I love what we try to teach the kids, to be kind and give back when you can.”

In the photo above, Ian Coulter, at right, of École Saint-Michel is seen here painting a rock for a Pay It Forward activity at Cop Camp. He intends on placing his rock at Lakeside Park for all to see.

In the photo on the right, Mariam Carr (left) and Jenelle Ouellette pose by the inflatable obstacle course that they just finished going through with their team at the annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp.

Counsellor Taylor Gruszka (in back, centre) with her K9 Cop Camp team. Taylor was a camp participant back in 2012 and now volunteers to help at the camp every year. SUN photos by Paul Forman

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Memories of Labour Day weekend basbeall

For the longest time, Labour Day weekend for my family has been synonymous with baseball. I spent half a dozen years coaching travel ball in Leamington and more than that playing the game, so our Labour Day weekends were always hectic for as long as I can remember.

Leamington Minor Baseball hosted the Ontario Baseball Association Rookie tournament in 1999 — which was the first Labour Day weekend OBA tournament I’d been involved in as a coach.

It was also one to remember as we sat at the ball diamonds on Friday, September 3, hoping that none of the dozen teams traveling to Leamington for that tournament were involved in the deadly 401 crash near Manning Road.

We had a couple of anxious hours once word about the accident trickled into Leamington, but as teams arrived for their first games, we realized that we’d dodged a bullet there and that none of the visiting teams had been involved.

Our Leamington Rookies made it to the finals of that tournament, losing to our archrival Tecumseh.

We’d go on to face the same group of Tecumseh players all the way through with that group, getting to know our rivals and their tendencies, which helped us a couple of years later to finally slay the dragon and beat them in a meaningful tournament.

The group of kids we had were exceptional, with three or

four super-talented ball players and a supporting cast of another 10 kids who played their roles very well. I won three OBA titles with that group and got two silver medals.

My first experience with the OBA championship would have come along when I was still a youngster hoping to someday be a ball player.

My dad coached both the bantam and midget travel teams in Leamington and won a couple of OBA titles with each of my brothers’ age groups.

Some of the standout ball players for him were the Biekx boys (Eddie and Gene), Mike Klym, Wayne Reid, Ken White, Tom Barrie and so many more.

I remember Specs and Minnie Johnston (everybody had a nickname), Kris Manery, Jack Hills and Ken Cobby at various stages too.

Of course my brothers were also both exceptional ball players themselves, so we were a true baseball family.

Back then, to win the Ontario championship, you had to march through the divisional bracket and play best-of-three series against teams as you went along — usually moving further away as you progressed.

I remember going to Orillia, Dundas and places like that as the unofficial ‘batboy’ for those teams.

As a five-or-six-year-old, I studied the game and asked a lot of questions and became known as L’il Rib to most of those guys — some of whom I run into today and they still call

me that.

Later in life, I’d end up either playing baseball or slo-pitch with some of them.

My only brushes with the Ontario championship came when baseball was changing over from the traditional bestof-three series to the Labour Day weekend tournament.

Our Leamington Juvenile team in 1980 was a true Cinderella story.

In the spring, it looked like we wouldn’t even have a team. There was no juvenile league in the ranks of the Sun Parlour Baseball Association. Several of us wanted to play but we didn’t have a coach.

That’s when my dad and Bob Wiper jumped into the mix and took a mixture of 18-and19-year-olds to baseball’s holy grail.

We had a rag-tag group, consisting of all the guys I grew up playing with plus two newcomers in Kingsville’s Rick Thurston and Greg Nelson.

Kingsville did not have a team and those two guys wanted to play. They actually fit in like they’d been part of our group all along and we bonded over the love of the game.

With no league to play in, the first task was to find somewhere to play. After calling around, he got an invite to an organizational meeting for the Connie Mack League in Windsor. The league said they’d take us in, on one condition — all games were to played in Windsor.

We weren’t happy about that, let me tell you. As someone who was only a year or

1931 Chrysler like new again

“I purchased the car in November 2022, an early 1990s restoration by the seller’s father. I replaced the hydraulic master cylinder and wheel cylinders, exhaust, wind-

two into adulthood and holding down a full-time job, I didn’t look forward to driving back and forth to Mic Mac Park twice a week.

RIB’S

RAMBLINGS

Mark Ribble

But we did, and we lost every game but two.

The season was dismal. Us country bumpkins were determined to beat the city slickers but the Windsor teams were just too good at that point for us to compete against.

After all, they were all AAA and AA teams and Leamington was generally rated B or C in most divisions at that time.

When it came time to exit the Connie Mack playoffs, we did so quite quickly but had our eye on the OBA competition.

We had a less-congested road to the Ontario finals as we took out Wallaceburg two games straight and had to await the winner of the three-way round-robin series between Bowmanville, North Bay and Orillia.

We were really hoping for Bowmanville, but it turned out to be North Bay and we won the flip, forcing game one to be held in North Bay with games two and three in Leamington.

By that time, it was mid-September and when we arrived in North Bay, it was cold. We got there Friday night for a Saturday afternoon game, but torrential rainfall put a huge damper on things. The diamond was completely flooded and temperatures hovered in the mid-40s.

Players from both teams got up Sunday morning to a cool

shield wiper motor, arm and blade, fog lamps, fuel tank sending unit, restored bumpers, luggage rack and trunk and other odds and ends.

“I then had it safetied, licensed, and on the road for the June 2023 auto show at the Essex Transportation Museum. It won the trophy for the oldest car.

“It is one of the prettiest Chryslers with simple, well balanced styling influenced by the Cord L-29. The wire wheels and dual side mounts add a sporty effect. Certainly my pick in styling evolution.”

David’s car had a Wind-

breeze and hopes to play ball. We all converged on the diamond in the morning, with rakes and shovels in hand, watching officials throw straw and gasoline on the infield and light it on fire to try to dry up the mud.

The game got started mid-afternoon and Rick Thurston’s four-hitter helped us take a 1-0 lead in the series and bring it back to Leamington.

The following weekend, we hosted our opponents at the fairgrounds diamond and eked out another one-run victory for the Ontario Juvenile C championship. The 4-3 win wasn’t easy as Tracy Wiper was rolling along on the mound but got into trouble in the last inning.

With two out, Wipes loaded the bases with their cleanup hitter at the plate with a 4-3 score. He induced a pop-up to first baseman Larry Balkwill for the win.

I remember a couple of highlights — Todd Hodgson’s towering two-run homer and the late Paul Smyth’s pinch hit single. Both accounted for three of the four runs in the game.

Those were the days and the next time I was involved in an OBA title was as a call-up with the Leamington Barons a year or two later and things had already changed over to tournament style.

Good luck to all our local teams this weekend.

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THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

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An email arrived from David Blakney of South Woodslee, proud owner of a 1931 Chrysler CM Six Sport Coupe with rumble seat built in Windsor 92 years ago: “Hi Bill. The

Firewall Tag for Chrysler Canada indicates this car was probably assembled at Windsor Assembly Plant 3 where I was employed for 37 years (1967 to 2004).

it’s 1931 again!

Hospitals establish connection to LTC

As of August 16, four prominent hospitals – Erie Shores HealthCare, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Windsor Regional Hospital and Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare – have taken a ground-breaking step towards improving patient care by establishing a seamless connection via the Ontario eHub Health Information Exchange (HIE) with a network of 28 LTC homes in the Erie St. Clair (ESC) region, 29 LTC homes in London, and 12 London area hospitals as part of the Ontario eHub connection.

Revolutionizing Patient Care: The collaborative effort between these hospitals and LTC homes marks a significant stride towards more efficient

and coordinated patient care. Patients’ up-to-date health information will now follow them across various healthcare facilities, eliminating the need to repeat medical histories and ensuring swift access to critical health data for healthcare workers.

Improved Access and Efficiency: By leveraging the Oracle (Cerner) Health Information System (HIS), this initiative empowers healthcare providers to access accurate patient health records in real-time, eliminating the time-consuming process of faxing and phoning for records. This streamlined approach enhances patient safety, reduces errors, and expedites care transitions.

Project AMPLIFI: High-

lighting the importance of health care integration, Project AMPLIFI emerges as a flagship initiative that successfully bridges the gap between EPIC health information systems. The lessons learned from this project have shaped the next phase of integration, paving the way for improved healthcare delivery.

Elevated Quality of Care: Through seamless data exchange, patients are poised to experience a higher quality of care, reduced redundancies in sharing their clinical history, and decreased readmissions to hospitals. This is particularly beneficial for patients from smaller communities who require specialized care in larger regional hospitals.

BUCK TWENTY WRAPS UP TWO CREEKS SERIES

The final concert of the Two Creeks summer concert series brings Buck Twenty to the stage on Sunday, September 3 at 6:30 p.m. Buck Twenty is a great Canadian country band with wonderful harmonies and catchy hooks. They have received numerous accolades and awards. There is no admission, but the hat is passed to help offset costs. Food and drink are available from the Scouts, as well as craft beer from Cured. Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket. In case of rain, the show will go on in the pavilion.

Wheatley Legion News

On August 25 there were 16 players out for Wheatley Legion Friday Night Fun Darts, hosted by Kingsville Legion.

Recording wins were: Sherry Chambers, Dave Leili and Ted Allen 5; Jo-Anne Smith, Richard Howe and Ben Balter 4; Julie Reid, Larry Evoy and Dennis Kiss 3; Bonnie Evoy and Doug Stevenson 2; Laura Smith and Neil Handspiker 2; Jay Aird, Tim Thiessen and Jim McClellan 2. There weren’t any lady doublers this time around.

Plans are underway for this year’s Remembrance Day service. Groups or individuals who wish to lay a wreath at the cenotaph on November 11 are asked to contact Poppy Chair Tom Brown at 519890-6041.

“The two-way exchange of patient health information from both these platforms will provide improved visibility into the patient or resident’s clinical condition upon admission to the receiving healthcare facility,” said Andriana Lukich, Program Director of Project AMPLIFI. “Through the completion of discrete data reconciliation, patients are expected to experience higher quality of care and a reduced need to re-share their story and clinical history repeatedly across care settings.”

SAVINGS INVESTING RETIRING ESTATE

INTEREST

Community Calendar

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

CHICKEN & RIB DINNER - St John’s End of Summer Fundraiser - from 5-8 pm at Leamington Marina Pavilion. Advance tickets preferred by calling 519-326-3111. Cash bar, take-outs available. Proceeds support Community Meal & Outreach Programs.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 8 - SAT. SEPT. 9

RUMMAGE SALE - First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St., Leamington on Fri. Sept. 8 from 9 am-4 pm and Sat. Sept. 9 from 9 am-12 noon. Clothes, household goods, toys, books, etc!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

ASHTYN’S MEMORIAL FUNDRAISERSaturday, September 9 from 12 noon-9 pm at the Glass House at Holiday Harbour, 20951 Pier Rd., Wheatley. Live music, raffles, silent auction, vendors, food & beverages and lots more. Everyone welcome. Hosted by Kim Pie in honour of her son Ashtyn Prosser, who passed away after battling mental health struggles, just shy of his 20th birthday. Funds raised will go toward the creation of a non-profit assisting in mental health and recovery healing. More info or to donate, call or text Kim Pie at 226-759-5817.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

THE ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY meets Sat. Sept. 9 at 1:30 p.m., St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave., Oldcastle. Topic: Growing Specimen Plants. Orchids available for purchase. All welcome, no entry fee. More nfo: essxcountyorchidsociety. webs.com or Facebook.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

LITTLE TOMATO THEATRE AUDITIONSfor the spring production of Annie Jr. Auditions will be held at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., Leamington from 9 am to 3 pm. Auditions will be conducted in age groups during four time slots: Ages 7-10 9:00 am; Ages 11-12 10:30 am Ages 13-14 1:00 pm; Ages 15+ 2:30 pm. Please arrive at least 10 min. before time slot. Please be aware that we may be requesting callbacks later on that day.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

AUTUMN FEST BAZAAR - 9 am - 3 pm at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Rd., Comber. Homemade baked goods

(including sugar-free and gluten-free), 20+ vendors, handmade crafts, penny sale raffle, lunch available all day. Raffles for cash, gas and grocery gift cards, as well as hourly guest draws just for attending!

ONGOING

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! No Tech help offered on Monday, September 4.

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.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145

Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am12 noon. 519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

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.

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.

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.

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 226-3407233, 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.

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. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! Next meetings are August 2nd, 16th & 30th. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo. com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.

MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www.pregnancycentre.net.

CENTRE CAFE - Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am to noon. Have a coffee & a snack on us! Use computer to work on resume, print documents, surf web. Free Wifi available. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

COOKING WITH CHARTWELL - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd.; 3rd Thursday of every month. Step by step cooking class with Chef Henry. Samples served. Spots are limited. Register kim@kingsvillecentre.com.

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Grove presents Kingsville Music Society with cheque

Grove Brewing Company recently demonstrated its support for the local music scene and community by presenting a sponsorship cheque of $8,110 to the Kingsville Music Society. This substantial contribution underscores the brewery’s dedication to fostering cultural enrichment and promoting vibrant musical experiences in Kingsville. The partnership between Grove Brewing Company

and the Kingsville Music Society has been instrumental in ensuring the success of events like the Greenway Jam 2023.

“Our commitment to music, community and hosting great local events is unwavering,” said Ty Getty, Director of Operations at Grove Brewing Company. “This contribution propels John and Michele’s visionary music festival and echoes our dedication to foster-

Hort Society July awards

By Catherine Riediger

Heat and all, members of the Leamington Horticultural Society’s Landscape and Tree Committee visited the nominated properties being judged for the month of July on the criteria of balance, curb appeal, variety, visual impact, planning and integration. Congratulations to both of these well deserving winners.

Gord and Jan Perrault’s corner lot on 45 Bayview Place provides two beautiful street-view gardens bright with healthy annuals for sun and shade, lovely trees and a welcoming bird bath. According to Gord, most of the credit goes to Jan who obviously loves the results of her 17 years of gardening here. A whimsical lime green bicycle with flowers spilling from its basket adds interest to this much enjoyed and well-loved yard.

66 Cheyenne Court is the home of Darlene Plassot and Peter van Vrouwerff. Darlene inherited this home when her brother passed away in 2020. She has lovingly worked to maintain and create a beautiful front yard of mixed colours that blend well together. The yard features a Japanese maple with its colour picked up in the red heuchera and the greens featured in the hydrangea and hosta are complemented with a mixture of coloured annuals. A juniper and spruce are included for winter interest. Also, for the pleasure of the birds, there is driftwood and a bird bath.

ing creativity and unity.

As life-long supporters of live entertainment and enthusiasts of grassroots initiatives, we stand alongside the Kingsville Music Society in their endeavours. It forges a lasting partnership that resonates with all who value the power of music and who support the local community here in Kingsville.”

Leamington Bridge Club scores

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

Aug. 25: North/South1st Allen Shearn and Peg-

gy Shearn, 2nd Moira Escott and Margaret Foster, 3rd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash. East/West

- 1st Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt,

In Memory Of

3rd Cathy Mitchell and Case Mulder.

Aug. 28: North/South

- 1st Remi Fournier and Sharon Lutz, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Roger Cote and

Pauline Mikolash. East/ West - 1st Shirley Morel and Rowe Deans, 2nd Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 3rd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire.

Kingsville Friendly Club report

President Bob Bell welcomed 29 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on August 22, welcoming new member Nancy Nelson and visiting Dale Smith.

Scores in Bridge: Bob Bell 3980, Bert Patrick 2590, Carolyn Brown 2520. Euchre: Dan Kir 91, Carrie Schultz 89, Ken Salter 88. Most lone hands: Sharie Blythe 5.

Door prizes were won by Mac Stanley, Rene Everaert and Elsie Ring.

Thanks to Elsie Ring for the candy and Mac Stanley and Bob Bell for the snacks to go with coffee and conversation.

There were 26 out to play cards on August 25.

Bridge: Roy Trowell 3820, Alta Van Vliet 3280, Bob Bell 2390. Euchre: Shari Blythe 103, Robert Boose 98, John Gerhardt 97. Most lone

hands: Robert Boose 5. Pepper: Ken Salter 250, Bill Fieldling 235, Winnie Moore 228. Most peppers: Winnie Moore 5. Door prize winners were Moe Hansen, Kathleen Wigfield and John Gerhardt. Thanks to Dave Snider for bringing in chocolate. The club supplied the snacks to go with coffee and conversation.

September 1 the group will celebrate September birthdays with cake and ice cream.

When we lose people we love, parts of ourselves are lost with them.

When they are gone, we can see what they meant to us.

We miss you Carol.

The Grove Brewing Company’s Ty Getty, left, with Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers and Kingsville Music Society’s Michele and John Law. Photo submitted

Jan and Gord Perrault Darlene Plassot and Peter van Vrouwerff

Province announces $11 million to C-K for Wheatley issue

By Mark Ribble

Ontario government officials visited Wheatley on Wednesday, August 23 to announce a new $11 million funding package to the Municipality of Chatham Kent — earmarked for fallout from the August 2021 explosion in Wheatley. The announcement was to be made near the explosion site, but inclement weather forced the gathering to convene inside Wheatley’s Fire Station 20.

Ontario’s Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, Graydon Smith, took to the podium to make the announcement, which separates into $8 million for direct emergency expenses such as gas monitoring, security and ongoing external investigations, $3 million to support Chatham-Kent’s ongoing risk management and investigation efforts to add more safety infrastructure to the explosion site and an additional $225,000 to help fund the Wheatley Task Force, a group formed by residents and businesses to support community redevelopment.

Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP Trevor Jones was happy to welcome Minister Smith to Wheatley.

“I’m proud to be from this community,” said Jones. “I want to extend a welcome to everyone here from the community.”

Minister Smith talked about getting the sense of incredible strength within the community.

“On my car ride in, I noticed a sign that said Wheatley Strong,” he said. “This community has certainly been all of that.”

Smith also announced that the province will continue the business and resident support program that has been in place since early in the investigation.

When asked what the plans were for the future of Wheatley, the Minister indicated that the plan is to get back to normal eventually.

He said there is still lots to be done with regard to mitigating the risk surrounding the blast zone, but that with the venting currently in place, they believe the area is safe.

Chatham-Kent CAO Michael Duben said that the plan to purchase the business properties within the blast zone is moving forward with the intent to do an underground investigation and then turn their attention toward redevelopment of the area.

Chatham-Kent Councillor and member of the Wheatley Task Force Lauren Anderson said that the Task Force is looking at ways to rebuild uptown, once the properties are purchased and the underground investigations allow for it.

A total of 11 property owners are involved in the business talks.

Another dozen families are still not back in the homes they were in when the blast occurred over two years ago and it was clear that residents in attendance at the announcement were looking for more answers than they received.

Minister Smith told the crowd that, “We are committed to ensuring that our plan also aligns with your needs.”

The province previ-

ously announced a $26 million investment to manage the risks posed by old oil and gas wells and subsurface gas migration hazards to help keep people and communities safe. That program is ongoing. To date, $29.5 million has been invested to plug 415 wells across the province.

Three of those wells are in the blast zone in Wheatley.

Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Graydon Smith, centre, speaks to reporters as C-K Councillor Aaron Hill, Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP Trevor Jones and C-K Councillor Lauren Anderson look on. SUN photo

GLEANERS HOLD OPEN HOUSE

The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners recently held an Open House and BBQ to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. With the help of many volunteers and donors, the SWO Gleaners has progressively increased their production and expects to distribute close to five million servings of dried soup mix and apple snacks this year alone. Over the years, close to 24 million servings of nutritious soup has been distributed locally and internationally all using local surplus produce. Local and provincial food banks and other charities receive and distribute their product to people in need. Internationally the product has gone all around the world from Haiti to Ukraine, and various countries in Africa and Central America. Unfortunately the demand is only increasing. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Joel at 519326-7687 or swogleaners@gmail.com. In this photo, M.P. Dave Epp presents a Certificate of Congratulations to GM Joel Epp, along with volunteers from the SWO Gleaners, Susan Ross, Alison Klassen, Neil Quiring, Tina Quiring and Linda Glass. Photo submitted

Wheatley Friendship Club

By Bonnie G. Dawson

The Wheatley & District Friendship Club had another fun afternoon of Bingo on Wednesday, Aug. 16. Thanks to Helen Clark who provided the refreshments. Along with the delicious cake, she brought chocolate bars—a nice treat. For the next meeting, Donna Moody and Dorothy Bailey will bring the refreshments.

The Bingo winners were Dorothy Bailey, Pat Matier, Mary Hairsine, Earlene Gould, Bonnie A. Dawson, Barb Siddall, Helen Clark, Bonnie G. Dawson, Bob Dawson and Dianne Lenarduzzi. Thanks to Mary Siddall and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo.

The next Bingo will be on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 1:00 p.m. for a cost of $1.

The winners of the 50/50 draws were Pat Matier and Earlene Gould.

Quilting is on Monday and Thursday. The Library and Treasures Room are open for members.

Euchre is played every Tuesday from 1:30-4:00 for $2. Pepper is every Thursday from 1:30-4:00 for $2. Chair yoga is held on Thursday mornings at 9:30 for $5. For club mem-

Edward Jacob Thiessen

Edward Jacob Thiessen passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at the age of 89. Born

November 6, 1933 to the late Peter and Johanna Thiessen.

Eddy is reunited with his loving wife of 59 years, Betty (nee DePauw) (2016) and his son Eddy W. Thiessen (2016).

Survived by his sister Karin Lepp.

Predeceased by his brother Peter, sister Ruth and twin brother Rudy. Loving father of Linda Thiessen and Heidi Bennett (Peter). Cherished grandfather of Rachel (Jonathan), Amy (Tim), Lauren (Braeden). P.J., Luke, Ciara and Katrin. Adored great-grampa to Kailey, Hayley, Stella Aurora, Jameson, Edward Wyatt and Ava.

Eddy retired from H.J. Heinz and he was active in hockey and baseball throughout his life. In later years, you could always find him at Timmies on his scooter with his many friends.

Eddy was well known throughout Kingsville, always having a joke and a smile. It never mattered where he went, he would always run into someone he knew.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. A. Gow and Dr. A Taylor.

Dad will always be missed by everyone who knew him.

Visitation at Kendrick Funeral Home Kingsville on Friday, September 1, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Greenhill Cemetery.

If so desired, donations in memory of Eddy made to Erie Shores Hospice would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Shirley Riley

September 8, 1934 – August 26, 2023

Shirley Riley (King), 88 years, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens. Late of Staples.

bers who use the Exercise Room, it’s $1 per visit.

Foot care is available for club members. Call Jessica Rodzik-Couto at 519-9907308 for an appointment.

If members have any questions, concerns or suggestions, use the suggestion box in the hall. It will be opened at the executive meetings.

William “Bill” Bishop

William “Bill” Bishop, 60 years, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday, August 27, 2023 after a very brief battle with cancer.

Loving and devoted husband of Denise for 34 years. Very proud father of Jamie. Son of the late Ronald and Mary Margaret Bishop.

Dear brother of the late Jimmy (Laida). Son-in-law of the late Alton and Jane Wigle. Dear brother-in-law of Mick and Sandy. Bill will be missed by a niece and two nephews. He will be dearly missed by many close friends.

As per Bill’s wishes, a private funeral service will take place.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Darlene Frances Miinch

Darlene Frances Miinch (nee Biekx), of Leamington, passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023 with her family at her side at Erie Shores HealthCare, after a courageous battle with cancer. Darlene met the love of her life, Mark Miinch, while in high school and September 6 would have been their 48th wedding anniversary. The two of them created a beautiful life together and were able to share so many special memories along the way. Together they have two daughters, Marni and Corin. Growing up, the girls have been so fortunate to learn the value of family through watching the love of their parents.

Darlene worked as a retail manager for many years. When she retired, she volunteered her time at Gore Hill and M.D. Bennie Public Schools.

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Beloved wife of the late Kenneth for 52 years. Dear mother of Ed Riley and Cindy Burke, Clare Riley and Renee, Cindy Abbruzzese and Tony, all of Leamington. Predeceased by an infant daughter Charlene (1957). Loving grandmother of Jennifer, Kerstin and husband Jim Kay, Rachel and fiancé Charlie Lane, and Ryan Abbruzzese. Greatgrandmother of Kassie, Austin, Sasha, Tallas and Charlene. Great-great-grandmother to Camdyn and Kenley. Dear sister of late Herb (late Lillian) King, late Ken (late Joanne) King, Wayne (Deanna) King, Bruce (Marianne) King and Linda (Ken) Lavender.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Tuesday August 29, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with a memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m.

Memorial donations made by cheque to the Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens would be appreciated.

Words of condolences can be made at www. reidfuneralhome.ca.

Goodbye my family, my life has passed, I loved you all to the very last, Weep not for me, but courage take, Love each other for my sake, For those you love don’t go away, They walk beside you every day.

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Darlene became an avid NASCAR fan and was even able to attend a few races at MIS. You could always hear her signature “Woo Hoo!” when Kyle Busch was in the lead. She was a feisty, pig headed, loving woman who would always tell you as it was. She enjoyed the simple things in life: a glass of wine and good quality family time with her husband, daughters, son-in-law and five grandchildren.

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Darlene will be so deeply missed by her husband Mark, her daughters Marni Carter (John Curtis), Corin Bonham (Dale) and her grandchildren McKenna (Tyler), Kai, Aidan, Koen and Chayse. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Fern Biekx. Dear sister of Sharon Anscombe (John), Brian Biekx (Kim) and Debbie Biekx (Ron). Daughter-inlaw of Andy and Cecile Miinch and sister-in-law of Karen Miinch and Craig Miinch (Laurie). She will also be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Bonnie Myslik, Heidi with St. Elizabeth Health Care, Dr. Burgess with Erie Shores Hospice, and all of the nurses and doctors at Erie Shores HealthCare for the amazing care and support they have provided for Darlene and the family over these past few months.

Memorial donations may be made in Darlene’s memory to the Erie Shores Hospice.

As per Darlene’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188.

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

Gesstwood Camp benefits from Sunset donation

By Mark Ribble

Several staff and management members from Sunset/Mastronardi Produce in Kingsville were on hand at Gesstwood Camp and Education Centre on Wednesday, August 23 to present the camp with a $10,000 donation.

Sunset has been supporting Gesstwood Camp since 2018, when they paid for renovations to several cabins at the camp and then in 2019, Sunset paid for 40 kids to go to camp.

This year, they’ve decided to make the donation to the camp to help with needed facility upgrades.

A well-known camp in the greater community, many local children have grown up attending ropes courses and other outdoor learning opportunities at Gesstwood.

Mastronardi Produce donates to various non-profits throughout the year with a focus on local programs for youth and nutrition.

“Our family and the wider Mastronardi Produce family is very invested in the local

community, especially non-profit initiatives like Gesstwood Camp that inspire healthy living in children,” said Community Project Coordinator, Mel Mastronardi. “Children in Windsor-Essex have enjoyed coming here for outdoor learning and making friends while being close to home. It is a place we want to keep around for years to come, and we’re proud to support their cause.”

Karen Seguin, Exeuctive Director of Gesstwood Camp, was thankful for the donation and all that Sunset has done over the past several years.

“The Board extends our deepest gratitude to Mastronardi Produce and the Sunset team for this donation and all their support over the years,” she said.

“As a small non-profit, Gesstwood relies heavily on grants and donations, and these funds are crucial to maintaining a camp environment that is safe and comfortable, so that our campers take home amazing memories to last a lifetime.”

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Dr. Robert McCormick Optometrist, Leamington Eyecare

Dear Leamington, Wheatley and Tilbury patients, for the time being I am now only available at my Kingsville Eyecare Clinic to assist you with your eyecare and eyewear needs. We welcome you to call 519-325-0123 or 519-733-3560 to schedule an appointment or if you have questions. Thank you for your continued support.

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The entire Gesstwood Camp gathered near the Sunset Cabins to accept a $10,000 donation from members of Sunset/Mastronardi Produce on Wednesday, August 23. SUN photo

OPEN STREETS

Kingsville Community Centre hosts Kids’ Clothing Swap

On Saturday, August 26, several dozen people came to the 2nd Kids’ Clothing Swap at the Kingsville Community Centre.

Shopping bags donated by Kingsville Freshco were filled at $5 each to fill a bag, which helps offset the costs of the storage bin used for the clothing donations.

In addition to clothing,

the Community Centre handed out free veggies (tomatoes, cukes and peppers) from the newly formed Essex County Food Security Network, for which centre is the Kingsville distributor.

The Kingsville Community Church also held their Kid Fun Day Saturday — a free event with inflatables, water play, face painting and more.

“We had a great turnout for the kids’ clothing swap this year, with many scoring clothing for back to school,” said Community Centre Program Director Kimberly DeYong.

“We are appreciative of the support from volunteers and clothing donors so we can help families, especially during this time of rising costs and expenses.”

The final Open Streets event of 2023 was held in Kingsville on Saturday, August 26 with a flurry of activity in downtown Kingsville as the streets were closed to traffic and opened up for pedestrians to stroll at their leisure. In the photo on the left, a flash mob by the Kingsville Community Centre’s Tai Chi participants demonstrated the activity to onlookers during the August 19 event. On the right, the final evening of Open Streets on August 26 provided a spot for young Olena Lizotte to relax in the glow swing. The town is currently conducting a survey to get feedback on the Open Streets events. Visit www.haveyoursaykingsville.ca. Photos courtesy of the Town of Kingsville

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In the top photo, the Kids’ Clothing Swap at the Kingsville Community Centre was busy throughout the morning on Saturday, August 26.

In the bottom photo, several children enjoy the Kingsville Community Church’s Kid Fun Day with inflatables set up inside the church.

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LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT APARTMENTS

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RUMMAGE SALE

RUMMAGE SALE at First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St., Leamington on Fri. Sept. 8 from 9 am-4 pm and Sat. Sept. 9 from 9 am-12 noon.

Clothes, household goods, toys, books, etc!

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Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Municipality of Leamington intends to control phragmites in ditches along all municipal rural roadsides within Leamington. The application of pesticide will be completed in accordance with the Public Works exception to the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban for the promotion of public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act.

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

1. VisionMAX Silviculture Herbicide (PCP Registration No. 27736), containing the active ingredient Glyphosate present as potassium salt.

2. MSO CONCENTRATE with Leci-Tech (PCP Registration No. 28385), containing the active ingredient Methylated seed oil of soybean.

3. ARSENAL PowerLine Herbicide (PCP Registration No. 30203), containing the active ingredient Imazapyr, present as isopropyl amine salt.

This public notice is for pesticide applications commencing (weather permitting) September 5, 2023 and ending October 15, 2023. Weed control will be undertaken by Green Stream on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington.

For more information please contact:

Shawn Stasko, Drainage Superintendent

Municipality of Leamington

111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9 519-326-5761 ext. 1504 (Collect calls will be accepted) sstasko@leamington.ca

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9

519-733-2305

www.kingsville.ca requests@kingsville.ca

Notice of Public Meeting of Council: Official Plan Amendment & Zoning By-Law Amendment

APPLICATION: OPA & ZBA-2023-1

Official Plan Amendment

(Section 21 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.P. 13)

Zoning By-Law Amendment

(Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.P. 13)

APPLICANT: Town of Kingsville

LOCATION OF PROPERTY: Main Street Corridor

PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENTS: The Town of Kingsville has initiated the above-noted Official Plan & Zoning By-law amendments, which are intended to redefine the Main Street Corridor as a pedestrianoriented, compact & mixed-use centre, enhanced by a high quality public realm, its cultural heritage, vibrant communities, & high quality building design. Under the existing Official Plan & Zoning By-law provisions, there are no similar policies specific to the Main Street Corridor as a whole.

The amendments will meet these goals by defining a vision & goals for the Corridor, & establishing three sub-zones & policies for each sub-zone to provide direction on building heights, orientation & setbacks, describe permitted uses in each sub-zone, & encourage building design to reflect features common in each sub-zone. The three subzones are defined as:

Sub-Zone 1 (Main Street Core) – includes the main historical commercial area of Town where the full range of commercial uses will be encouraged to satisfy the needs of the community & visitors to the community. Buildings shall be a minimum of 7.5 m (2 storeys) to a maximum of 11 m (3 storeys) with non-residential uses at grade with residential uses above the first floor.

• Sub-Zone 2 (Main Street Neighbourhood) – includes the lands immediately surrounding the Main Street Core area where uses will be primarily residential with neighbourhood-scale commercial uses encouraged. Buildings shall be a minimum of 7.5 m (2 storeys) & a maximum of 22 m (6 storeys) with a minimum 45-degree angular plain applied from the front property line beginning at the height of the top of the third storey. New development is encouraged to reflect the existing architectural features common in the area.

• Sub-Zone 3 (Main Street Gateways) – includes lands located east & west of the Main Street Neighbourhoods & primarily intended for highway commercial uses. Buildings in this sub-zone shall be a maximum of 22 m (6 storeys). Service areas & parking facilities shall be located at the rear or side of the building.

These policies were proposed & discussed at a Committee of the Whole meeting that was held on Monday, April 17, 2023 at the Kingsville Arena, & based on ideas & recommendations from the Main Street Development Review Committee that was established by the Town of Kingsville in 2020.

A PUBLIC MEETING OF COUNCIL will be held on:

WHEN: September 25th, 2023

WHERE: Virtual Meeting on Zoom OR; Town of Kingsville, Town Hall, Council Chambers 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

Your comments on these matters are important. If you have comments on this application, they may be forwarded by phone, email (planning@kingsville.ca), or mail to the attention of: Town of Kingsville, Planning Services, 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9. Comments & opinions submitted on these matters, including your name & address, may become part of public record, be viewed by the general public, & be published in a Planning report, Council agenda, & minutes of the meeting.

If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council for the Town of Kingsville to the Ontario Land Tribunal, but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Town of Kingsville before the by-laws are passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, nor make written submissions to the Town of Kingsville before the by-laws are passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

If you wish to be notified of the decision, you must make a written request by email (planning@kingsville.ca), or mail to the attention of: Town of Kingsville, Planning Services, 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9. This will also entitle you to be advised of an appeal, if one is submitted. Additional information relating to this matter may be available upon request.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE WORD SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to camping.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, you may want to move your relationship in a different direction, but your partner is resistant. This could be a conflict, or something that opens up a dialogue.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, you might feel like doing all you can to make a problem go away, and think that acting immediately is the way to go. But ponder a few options beforehand.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, a professional opportunity that seems to have many positive financial outcomes actually could have a down side to it. It’s best if you do your research before acting.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

You may think that others do not understand you, Cancer. But that may be a good thing. You can focus on explaining your position and maybe make a few friends along the way.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you tend to be attracted to things that tempt fate or may even be considered forbidden. When others want you to walk the straight and narrow for a bit, it could be tough.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, an opportunity to get away presents itself. Enjoy this much-needed respite and don’t he afraid to go the extra mile to ensure the trip is as memorable as possible.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

You may want to do it all, Libra, but sometimes you have to let others know you have limits. When you don’t, it is easy to get taken advantage of or run yourself ragged.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, are you ready for an adventure?

Identify some new hobbies and then learn all you can about getting out there and doing those types of activities with frequency.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

A loved one may want to be more cozy with you this week, but you’re content to have ample space and do your own thing, Sagittarius. Let your views be heard on this situation.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you may want to tell a loved one what they want to hear right now to make a difficult situation go away. However, that only postpones the inevitable tough talk.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

You have been feeling like it is time to break away from your regular routine, Aquarius. It could be because there has been added stress on your shoulders. A vacation may be needed.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

There are some limits to doing all of the work on your own, Pisces. First off, you may lack the time and the expertise. Bring on helpers this week if anyone is available.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

AUGUST 27 - Aaron Paul, Actor (44)

AUGUST 28 - Jack Black, Actor (54)

AUGUST 29 - Liam Payne, Singer (30)

AUGUST 30 Cameron Diaz, Actress (51)

AUGUST 31 - Sara Ramirez, Actress (48)

SEPTEMBER 1 - Zendaya, Actress (27)

SEPTEMBER 2 - Keanu Reeves, Actor (59)

Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Whea ey

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society

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.

1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Kingsville

Photo

Looking back ...

From

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

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

the Leamington Post August 25, 1965

Leamington may have its own pedestrian mall by 1967 when Canada celebrates its centennial. A centennial mall was suggested as the perfect project for area citizens to become involved in at last Thursday meeting of the Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce. The suggestions for a pedestrian mall, consisting of one block of Queens Avenue between Talbot and John Streets, was introduced by Jack Paterson, chairman of the community activities committee. Mr. Paterson said the block in question could be closed off permanently to traffic and then sodded. He suggested the planting of trees, bushes and flowers next, then setting up benches, tables, statues and perhaps a water fountain.

bothered by hunters stalking Canada geese during the open season.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

A former Leamington resident lost his wife and two daughters in a boating tragedy over the weekend in the north channel of Lake Huron near Manitoulin Island. James Huffman, 30, a school teacher, survived the accident, along with a friend’s wife, Mrs. Bonnie Rhydwen. Huffman’s wife Shirley, 31, and their two daughters, Katherine and Karen, perished in the accident along with Mrs. Rhydwen’s husband Wyn. The group ran into 10-foot waves and ran aground just outside Gore Bay. Mr. Rhydwen abandoned ship shortly afterward and was swept away. The Huffmans and Mrs. Rhydwen stayed with the boat and tied themselves together with a rope — all wearing life jackets. Twelve hours later, only Mr. Huffman and Mrs. Rhydwen were still alive. The Huffmans and Rhydwens had purchased the 30-foot cruiser together a few weeks ago.

Dozens of baskets of tomatoes spilled over on the roadway on Concession 1, just east of Erie Street South, on Monday morning when the transport truck carrying them jackknifed. The tomatoes were owned by Jake Derksen of R.R.#4, Leamington, and took two hours to clean up.

Kingsville District High School will open for the fall term on Tuesday, September 7 at 9 am. Principal R.R. Bailie announced that seven new teachers will be joining the staff for this school year. E. Jackiw will join the staff from Leamington to teach mathematics. Miss Melanie Lind will be teaching history and geography. Miss M.W. McGraw will be teaching home economics. T. Michie will assist in the commercial department. Edward Palmer, formerly of Essex District High School, will take over the headship of the English department. Mrs. Margaret Ross of Leamington, who has been the regular supply teacher during the past two years, will assist in the science and agriculture department. George Milner will be teaching elementary and junior mathematics.

40 Years Later

From the Wheatley Journal August 31, 2005

Dana Laporte of Mad Science made the trip from Windsor to conduct science demonstrations on types of pressure at the Wheatley Library last week. Over 60 young people enjoyed the onehour program. Drew Bowman had the task of pulling two plungers apart in an experiment that proved the power of suction pressure. After the experiments on air pressure, a number of prizes were awarded and all enjoyed pizza to conclude the summer program at the library.

A fast-growing past time — model boats operated by remote control — will be demonstrated in the creek at the Wheatley Yacht Club on Saturday, September 17. It’s a hobby that has expanded in tandem with scale model planes and remote control auto racing. In a few short weeks, two members of the Spark Club, Wayne Telesco and Kim Hunter, will introduce the popular activity to this area when they demonstrate the model boats. Pizza and pop will be served, compliments of the Yacht Club.

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!

The Selkirk girls softball team easily defeated Queen Elizabeth in local school softball action this week as Selkirk cruised to a 24-6 victory. Selkirk will advance to the final to play Ridge School. Karen Martin, Judy Derbyshire, Judy Tofflemire, Mary Jane Wilkinson, Judy Hillman and Diane Martin all had five hits each to pace the winners. Joyce Wiper and Crystal Pinch each went 4-for-5 and Debbie Dawson was 3-for-5. Queen Elizabeth was led by Rita Derksen, Mary Lou Taggart, Nancy Mills and Patty Unrau, who each had three hits.

From the Kingsville Reporter August 26, 1965

The Township of Gosfield South took action Monday night, prohibiting the discharge of guns on the Second Concession Road from Division Road to the McCain Sideroad. The roadway is a shooting preserve boundary for the Jack Miner bird sanctuary and hunters line the road during the goose hunting season. The by-law was requested by residents along the road who have been

The Point Pelee Harley Owners Group, sponsored by Robinson Harley-Davidson, recently presented a cheque for $3,375 to the Windsor-Essex Branch of the Red Cross. The money was raised from their annual golf tournament and will be used for local disaster aid.

A morning rainfall and an afternoon thunderstorm plagued the 18th annual Jack Stein Memorial golf tournament at Wheatley’s Talbot Trail course. The ensuing delays set the stage for last minute dramatic playoff held in a do-ordie fashion. Defending champion Jim Knox and Jim McCallum battled tough playing conditions to record fantastic scores of 71 and forced the playoff. As darkness rapidly descended upon the course, Knox and McCallum returned to the number 9 tee and with one stroke the outcome would be decided. The tee shots of each player were in good position on the green, but McCallum’s ball was about eight feet closer and he was declared champion.

and Gosfield South 100th Anniversary Open House, August 1994. Firemen Nick Klus, Mark Rankin and Jim Kratz at front of fire truck. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com

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.

courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

August 2003 - Wheatley Rascals day camp kids spend the afternoon cooling off with firefighters Robert Harris and John Blokker at the Wheatley fire hall.

August 30, 1988 - Carolyn Daudlin (right) won the Ladies division of the Tomato Festival golf tourney at Erie Shores. Presenting the C & S Trucking Trophy is Terry Jackson (middle) while one of the organizers Marilyn Mee (left) looks on. Steve O’Hara won the Men’s division.

Talbot Trail Jr. Golf wraps up another successful season

For 90 participants and a host of volunteers, August 23 saw another junior program come to a close with a competition, awards, prizes and a great lunch of chicken tenders and fries by Lil Hil’s.

Competition winners

were 9-hole boys: Brody Brown, runner up Ty Gould; girls champ Alexa Thiele, runner up Jordyn Lafaive.

Five-hole boys winner was Jaxon Blaine, runner up Nolan Jones; girls champ Zoey Williams,

runner up Isla Thiele. Three-hole boys champ was Mack Marshall, runner up Hunter Chambers; girls champ was Poppy Mulholland, runner up Avery Hill. Special recognitions were given to Sherra

Talbot Trail senior golfers enjoy scramble

By Bob McLean

On Tuesday, August 22, 64 Talbot Trail senior men’s league members participated in the third scramble of the 2023 season.

Chopper drained a dazzling 16-foot putt on #2 to win the LP for T3G1 players. Dunner’s shot on #7 into a stiff wind ended up 20 feet from the pin, but proved to be the winning shot for his T8G2 partners. Paul (Harvey) Brown’s winning stroke on #9 for his T1G1 mates was only 13 feet from the stick. Players on each team received gift cards,

and Tom, Larry and Paul earned a sleeve of balls for their own excellent personal efforts.

The top team was T3G1 (Joe Drummond, Bummy, Chopper and Dave Clark) who shot an outstanding 33.

Three teams tied with 34s, but a card draw for second, third and fourth was used. Winning second place with their impressive 34 was T3G3 (Krueg, Mac Hyatt, Garry Morin and Brian Isaacs). T8G1 (Dutchy, Charlie Wolf, Nick Peters and Murray Cascadden) placed third, and T4G1

(Dave Dibbley, Gerry Becigneul, Carl Robinson and Randy Nash) earned the fourth spot.

A close contest for the “Most Travelled” team took place between T5G2 and T6G2; however, T5G2 prevailed. All winning groups received golf balls as prizes.

Ray Foster, once again, did an excellent job selling the 50-25-25 raffle tickets. Two gift cards of $67.50 were handed out, along with gift cards for $25, $20, $15 and $10.

Bummy did a masterful job barbecuing. The inside and outside staff

keep the clubhouse and course an enjoyable place for golf.

Thank you to Wayne Humber, Carl Robinson and Bobo for delivering their humorous jokes.

The Doc McLean Senior Invitational will take place on Wednesday, September 20. Being honoured this year are John and Bev Gillespie, Neil Adamson, Audrey and Murray Knox, and a mystery man. Audrey’s garden on #5-6 was worked by others in the past and is also very much appreciated.

Lakers hosting 12U OBA this weekend

The Leamington Lakers 12U team will act as host of the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament on Labour Day weekend in Leamington.

The tournament will be double knockout format and will feature 12 teams from Orangeville, Caledonia, Stratford, Halton Hills, Beamsville, Waterdown, Delaware/Komoka, Tecumseh, Essex, Lasalle, Woodslee and Leamington.

Play kicks off Friday, September 1 as Orangeville takes on Caledonia at 10 am on Diamond 3 at the Kinsmen Baseball Fields.

Leamington’s first game will be on Diamond 4 at 1 pm Friday versus one of the SPBA teams.

The championship games will take place at noon on Sunday, with a 3 pm game if necessary.

Al Shanks, spouse of Mavis Shanks, presents award winners Easton Flaming, left, and Natalie Edwards with $500 each towards golf equipment as part of the Mavis Shanks Memorial commitment to junior golf at Talbot Trail Golf Club. Photos submitted

Tom Howe (in back), father of Sherra Howe, a past member of the junior program and employee of Talbot Trail golf course, presents the Sherra Howe Memorial plaque to recipients Ryder Laybolt (left) and Taylor Lafaive (centre), along with junior program co-director Jessica Coulter who oversaw the windup festivities.

Howe Award recipients Ryder Laybolt and Taylor Lafaive, while the Mavis Shanks family honored Natalie Edwards and Easton Flaming.

Carther celebrates a training triple

By

Nathan Bain

Trainer Michael Carther celebrated a training tri-

ple at Leamington Raceway on Sunday, August 27, with all three of the

Flyers in Collingwood for first exhibition games

By C. Scott Holland

The Leamington Flyers played their first exhibition games in Collingwood this week as they particpated in the Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Cottage Cup Challenge.

Those games began with a Monday contest vs Buffalo which the Flyers won by a close 3-2 score. On Tuesday they were slated to play Collingwood Blues and finish with a German team, Jungadler.

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horses he trained visiting the winners circle.

The day started off with Carther sweeping the early daily double with favourite Century J Rock and longshot Paparazzi Hanover. The $2 daily double bet paid $106.80.

That wasn’t the end, as Carther sent out another winner in race 4 with Love Triangle, who paid $5.20 to win. Leading driver Garrett Rooney put the two-year-old on the lead at the half and never looked back, stopping the clock in 2:03.0.

Rooney also had a massive day at the races with four wins including Century J Rock, Mostly Dali, Love Triangle and Livin’ Large.

This Sunday, September 3 is Kids Day at the races with bicycle giveaways, face painting and much more. Post time is 1 pm.

Prior to leaving for Collingwood head coach Dale Mitchell stated, “We (the Flyers) are very excited to get some games under our belt. We had a solid camp plus a week of practice so the boys are eager to play some games.”

Unlike previous seasons when fans got the chance to view an exhibition game or two, this year with long travel distances no exhibition games are being played here.

But Coach Mitchell was gushing with optimism about the new venture and 2023-24 campaign.

“We are a new group this season and we have only five returning players,” he said. “So it will be a an adjustment getting to know the players and seeing what skills and assets they bring day in and day out. Currently we will have three players at OHL camps this week and that will give some others an opportunity to show their game.”

In their opening contest vs the Buffalo Jr.

Sabres - the same team which will be their opening night opponent — Buffalo grabbed an early 1-0 lead but Flyers’ vet Adrian Bosev found the back of the Jr. Sabres net at 10:03 of the first to tie the score. At 5:30 of the second Darian Anderson’s tally put the Flyers ahead 2-1 and Marquise Brown — a Flyers’ acquisition from Hamilton Kilty B’s — converted Alex Cunnigham’s pass for a 3-1 edge. Buffalo closed the gap and pulled their goalie Leif Ekblad with two minutes left but the Flyers’ defense held them in check to preserve the victory.

The Flyers host the Sabres on Setpember 7 at 7:10 pm and unveil their Sutherland Cup championship banner.

Flyers sign Windsor’s Cunningham

For the second time in two weeks, the Leamington Flyers have acquired a local player with Junior A experience.

The Flyers have grabbed Windsor native Alex Cunningham in a deal with the Haliburton County Huskies.

Cunningham played his minor hockey with the Windsor Jr Spitfires AAA club before starting his junior career with Pickering of the OJHL.

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the Panthers, Cunningham moved to Brantford, where he scored four goals and added 15 assists in 19 games with the 99ers.

Last season was a breakout year for the 20-year-old, who had 21 goals and 27 assists for 48 points in 53 games with Haliburton County.

“I’m really looking forward to playing Junior A hockey at home,” Cunningham remarks. “I know bringing a Junior A team to this area will be very beneficial for a lot of local players who are looking to play D1 or D3 hockey. We are going to be a very competitive team and I’m happy to play my final year in the nicest rink in the league.”

Earlier this month Leamington picked up Windsor native, Cayden Faust from the Navan Grads of the CCHL.

“We are very happy to bring another local player back home to play Junior A hockey,” says Flyers general manager, Justin Solcz. “Alex is a great player and a great person and he will have an important role with this team on and off the ice.”

Cunningham, Faust and the rest of the Leamington Flyers open the 2023-24 OJHL schedule on Thursday, September 7th when they host the Buffalo Jr. Sabres at 7:10pm at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre.

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The Michael Carther-trained Paparazzi Hanover comes through for driver Nick Steward in Race 2 on Sunday. Photo courtesy of Lauzon Looks Photography

Lions Club Grand Prix to help Erie Shores Health Foundation

By Mark Ribble

The Leamington Lions Club is building on a fundraiser they started last summer in conjunction with Point Pelee Karting as they present the Leamington Lions Club Grand Prix on Sunday, September 16.

This will be an all-day event with all proceeds going to the Erie Shores Health Foundation, earmarked for the diagnostic imaging department to help offset costs of the new MRI scanner announced earlier this year.

“We are looking forward to this community event benefiting Erie Shores Health Foundation and our plans to bring MRI home to Erie Shores HealthCare,” said Penny Bellhouse, Executive Director, Erie Shores Health Foundation. “This is a unique opportunity to enjoy some local family fun while giving back to care close to home. Thank you to the Leamington Lion’s Club and Point Pelee Karting for organizing this event!”

Bruce Medcalf, Lions Club event coordinator, is looking to build on last year’s race day.

“We’re looking forward to working with Jason Papp and his crew at Point

Pelee Karting to bring Leamington some exciting entertainment and raise some much-needed funds for our hospital,” he said.

“Our race day is designed for everyone, with or without a need for speed.”

Medcalf says they have lots of activities planned for the day including feature races for junior open (11-15), senior open (16+), corporate (challenge your competitors), open design (bring your own cart) and a special first responders race.

Medcalf is also planning a remote-control car race on the go-kart track and an E-bike race as well if he can get enough competitors. Those events will require you to bring your own RC car or E-bike.

Also on tap is a return visit from the Leaming-

ton Area Classic Cruisers, who wowed the crowd last year with their show of muscle.

Food trucks are being lined up to feed everyone and the day begins at 9 am.

Medcalf says they are still looking for sponsors and encourages different business sectors to challenge each other in racing and sponsorship.

“Mucci is already on board, so I’m laying out a challenge to the other greenhouse farmers to get your sponsorship and drivers ready for this big day,” he said.

The cost to race as an individual (using PPK karts) is $20 for the junior division and $25 for the seniors. First responders are $20. If you want to design and race your own

kart, the fee is $40. RC car racing is $10 and E-bike racing is $20.

For more information, contact Bruce Medcalf at 519-324-0434 or email

leamingtonlions@yahoo. com.

Erie Shores senior men’s golf

The Erie Shores senior men’s golf league had 43 members out on August 21 for another great day of golf.

The draw winners Stefan Kowal and Ed Schachowskoy. Closest to the hole on #3 was Derek Horop and on #16 Tom Miehl. The longest putt on #4 was Dave Binder and on #14 Paul Pringle. The three low net winners were Vince Branca, Ken Luxford and Joseph

Yousseff.

In first place at 139 were Vince Branca, Jerry Mallard, Jerry Malott and Joe Youssef. In second at 144 were Tom Miehl, Fred Klassen, Ken Luxford and Gary McRae. Third place at 146 went to Peter Harb, Wayne Wiseman, Heinz Kosempel and Phil Larade. In fourth at 149 were Tom Klassen, Alden Warner, Guy McIntyre and Ed Schachowskoy.

The low rounds for the

day were Wayne Wiseman at 78 and Jerry Mallard at 79.

Ken Luxford birdied #3 and #12 holes. Wayne Wiseman eagled #4, sinking his second shot from over 100 yards out for a net 1. Paul Pringle birdied #5 and #9, Vince Branca #12, Jamie Arquette #14 and Tom Miehl #16. Hope to see everyone out next week.

Point Pelee Karting’s Jason Papp, left, poses with Lions Club event coordinator Bruce ‘The Moose’ Medcalf at the entrance of the Point Pelee Karting track.

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Action from last year’s Lions Club Grand Prix.