Southpoint Sun - December 21, 2022

CHRISTMAS TREE DELIVERY, ANYONE?

Families in the area are ramping up for Christmas and young Krew Brockman’s family was no exception. Krew enjoyed posing in front of the Christmas tree truck beside the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre on Saturday,

Kingsville appoints several committee positions

Kingsville Council has approved the appointment of members of council to committees and boards for the upcoming term.

Councillor Thomas Neufeld will join the Committee of Adjustments and Appeals, while Councillor Debby Jarvis-Chausse will join the Accessibility Advisory Committee.

The Heritage Advisory Committee will welcome Councillor Sherie Lowrie, while the Migration Festival Committee will welcome Councillor Jarvis-Chausse.

Councillor Lowrie will also join the Highland Games committee, while Councillor Tony Gaffan will join the Festival of Lights Committee.

Communities in Bloom will have Councillor Thomas Neufeld aboard,

while the Pelee Island Transportation Services Advisory Committee will include Mayor Dennis Rogers and CAO John Norton. Rogers and Norton will also sit on the Port Authority. Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong will be an alternate for both of those positions.

The Essex Region Conservation Authority will welcome Councillor Neufeld and Deputy Mayor DeYong.

The E.L.K. Board of Directors nominee is Deputy Mayor DeYong.

Kingsville BIA will be joined by Councillor Lowrie and the Police Services Board will welcome Mayor Rogers and Councillor Larry Patterson.

Rogers, Patterson, DeYong and Gaffan will also sit on the Union Water System board.

Holiday wishes from Southpoint Publishing

As 2022 comes to a close, the staff and management of Southpoint Publishing want to thank our readers, advertisers and partners and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Next week, the December 28 edition, which is our Year-InReview, will be the last issue of 2022, with the first issue of 2023 hitting the streets on January 4.

Our office will be closed from Friday,

December 23 through Sunday, January 1 and will re-open for business as usual on Monday, January 2, 2023.

The past two years have been a challenge for all of us, but your local community newspaper is alive and well with intentions to serve you well into the future. And we have all of you to thank for that. Take the time this holiday season to make memories with your family, as we will be doing with ours.

December 17. The three-year-old had his eye on the fresh tree in the back of the truck. All that was missing was a little snow.

SUN photo

WRAPPING UP THE SEASON

Councillor to step aside temporarily

Chatham-Kent Ward 1 Councillor Melissa Harrigan released a statement Thursday, December 15 stating that she has been diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. Her diagnosis came in early December following a battery of tests.

“I have breast cancer. While this is still very new, and difficult to share, telling my story is important to me. I try to live both my personal and professional life with transparency and a mind towards advocacy,” said Harrigan.

“I will be temporarily

stepping aside from my council efforts in the next few weeks to dedicate my focus on treatment and recovery, and appreciate the understanding and patience of the community I represent,” she continued. “It is a personal choice to make this public, but I am sharing in hopes of bringing awareness to the importance of early detection and screening tools, like conducting self breast exams and scheduling regular or base-line mammograms.”

Mayor Darrin Canniff said, “We are all jarred by this unexpected news re-

garding Councillor Harrigan’s breast cancer diagnosis and will be with her every step of the way.

Councillor Harrigan has been a strong advocate for many important causes. It’s our turn to support her.”

“In January, Council will be determining the path forward to temporarily fill Councillor Harrigan’s roles on council and committees,” continued Mayor Canniff.

CK Ward 1 is comprised of Wheatley, Tilbury and Merlin and the surrounding areas.

Drop-in pilot project to open in Leamington

Feeding Windsor Essex announced last week that they’ll be opening a dropin centre in the new year as a pilot project through their outreach program Street Angels.

The drop in, located in Leamington at 58 Erie St S. (former Knox Presbyterian Church), will be open seven days a week and will be accessible to anyone ages 16 years and over in search of a warm, safe place to go between the hours of 6 pm-10 pm.

The pilot project will serve as a way to gather rich data on service users in order to implement more permanent programming that addresses the needs of vulnerable locals.

The Feeding Windsor Essex team is hoping to offer food, resources and sup-

plies to those in need at the drop-in centre in addition to a warm place to gather and connect.

The organization has started a Go Fund Me campaign to raise funds for the project.

For donors who prefer to donate via other methods, they are accepting donations via cash, cheque, or e-transfer as well.

“It’s by the community for the community,” says Merissa Mills, Director of Outreach Services. “We are looking for local volunteers to help out at the centre.”

Interested parties can inquire about volunteering by emailing streetangelswindsor@gmail.com or by calling 519997-1556.

The Kingsville BIA presented an afternoon of complimentary gift wrapping for folks who purchased gifts from local businesses on Saturday, December 17 at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre. Hosted by the Arts Society of Kingsville, the afternoon featured refreshments and a live performance by vocal duo Strange Cats. Here, the BIA’s volunteer ‘Elf on the Shelf’ Ruth Ellen McIntyre wraps a gift as the Strange Cats perform in the background. SUN photo

Cottam Cub raises $1,340 for Ronald McDonald House

Candice Heinrichs, a Howler Cub with 2nd Cottam Scouting, has raised $1,340 for a cause that is close to her heart – the Ronald McDonald House in Windsor. This was a way for her to earn the Seeonee Award, which is the top award for Cubs.

Candice has already completed the majority of requirements needed for the Seeonee Award: 10 Outdoor Adventure skills, 15 community service hours (although Candice far surpassed this), and

she has also earned many personal achievement badges, e.g., Community, Canada, World, etc.

Candice recently organized four fundraising events in her efforts to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House, which included a Loonie Drive at Gosfield North Public School and a second one amongst the members of 2nd Cottam Scouting. She also held two events where, for a donation, she offered hot chocolate, coffee and baked goods, with

the help of her Scouting peers. These events took place at Once Upon a Time Child Care Centre in Essex and Cottom Rotary Park.

Ronald McDonald House serves children and their families who have to travel for medical treatment if their child becomes seriously ill.

Ronald McDonald House Charities provides a place for families to stay together, steps away from a children’s hospital.

Erie Street re-opens in Wheatley

By Greg Coulter

Monday was a bittersweet moment for the residents of Wheatley. For the first time since the August 2021 gas explosion, traffic was opened from the stop lights heading north on Erie Street.

Residents along the detour routes will hopefully see a welcome relief from the traffic chaos caused by local street closures.

Passing traffic and pedestrians allowed along the east side of Erie Street can now get a first hand look at the destructive power of the explosion to buildings to the west.

In something reminiscent of a war zone, the

facing of the Subway building in particular looks beyond repair.

As testing continues, of-

ficials and property owners continue to explore options for building repairs or replacement.

Through four fundraising events, Candice Heinrichs, a Howler Club with 2nd Cottam Scouting, raised $1,340 for Ronald McDonald House. Pictured at the cheque presentation are, from left, Scouter Crystal Heinrichs (Bubbles), Candice, and Scouter Fay Lawn (Sunshine). Submitted photo

Erie Street North in Wheatley on Monday, December 19.

Photo courtesy of Donna Matier

St. John de Brebeuf students bring joy to Kingsville seniors

By Paul Forman

Three classes from St. John de Brebeuf Catholic Elementary School in Kingsville ventured over to Chartwell Retirement Residence to provide

warm Christmas greetings and entertain the residents on December 13.

The children from Mr. Braidford/Ms. Radu’s JK/SK, Ms. Janisse’s grade 1 and Mr. Gal-

braith’s grade 7 classes worked hard preparing unique Christmas cards that they distributed and sang carols to brighten the seniors’ spirits for the holidays.

“This event brings out the true spirit of Christmas as it is a season for joy and love while helping to connect to the community,” explained Ms. Radu.

Chartwell resident Elizabeth Whittaker reacted with an emotional response saying, “Getting a card from the local children makes me so happy as my family is up north.”

Gatherings between the generations like this create cherished moments that live on forever.

First in Ontario

Leamington’s 7-Eleven store will become Ontario’s first convenience store to sell beer and wine. The company has secured a liquor license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to serve beer, wine and coolers inside the store as part of their food service.

Leamington’s 7-Eleven has been increasing its

food service menu in recent years and now serves chicken, pizza and wings.

The company applied for licenses at 61 of its Ontario stores in February of 2021, with Leamington being on the list of local stores at the time.

The sale of the libations will be limited to in-store dining and staff will be Smart Serve certified.

Residents were delighted to receive Christmas cards from the students, including Elizabeth Whittaker, above.

SUN photo by Paul Forman

St. John de Brebeuf students Alice Edwards, left, and Larissa Tiessen visited with a Chartwell resident after handing out cards. SUN photo by Paul Forman

opinion ~ expression ~ and other musings

Ahhh... the holidays are upon us

Some will say I’m a die-hard Christmas fan and they’d be right.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, as they say in the song.

While it’s still up in the air whether we’ll have a white Christmas, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

After all, what’s wrong with spreading a little joy to the world? We’re well within the 12 days of Christmas at this point and I agree that once everyone is home for the holidays, let it

snow.

Of course, there will be little gremlins that try to throw a little wrench into our holiday season no matter how hard we try to jingle all the way to the night before Christmas, there will always be those things that get in the way of love.

Actually, those that would prove to be real nutcrackers among us usually end up being those who deck the halls better than the rest of us.

Last Christmas, we attended four Christmases and spent

New Year’s Eve home alone. Two of us, watching that big glorious ball drop at Times Square was a fitting way to wrap up the holiday.

The little ones were excited to see what Santa Claus brought them and hoped the elf on the shelf didn’t give them any bad reviews to Rudolph, Prancer or any of their co-horts.

They were like babes in toyland, laughing and having fun amongst the wrapping and bows and boxes.

The elf on the shelf is a tad

1936 Chev coupe parked in snow

Bob Irwin of Lakefield owns this yellow and brown 1936 Chevy coupe with wire wheels and whitewalls parked in snow to remind us that Santa Claus will soon be here.

Under the hood is Chevy’s famous six cylinder engine with overhead valves cranking out 79 horsepower and bolted to a three-speed floor shift transmission. The roof is solid steel, a new feature to replace the old fabric insert roofs that leaked with age.

Seeing this car reminds

me of the 1936 Chev two-door sedan Bill Myers and three friends bought off a used car lot in Toronto in 1954. They each chipped in $12.50 for a $50 car (no sales tax). The used car salesman never explained the bullet hole in the trunk lid, but the boys didn’t care. This was their first car!

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

brakes for the first red light, the car bounced up and down and kept bouncing till the light turned green. Bill was fond of saying that the car travelled farther up and down than it did going forward.

more tolerable than the Grinch, who stole Christmas from those little cherub faced Who people, but he can still be a little bit of a nightmare before Christmas actually hits.

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

Mark Ribble

family during our 2022 Christmas vacation and hoping for a wonderful Christmastime.

As we make our way through the upcoming winter wonderland, dashing through the snow, singing a Christmas Carol or two and enjoy the peace on earth.

At our place, we’ll be rocking around the Christmas tree and then enjoying lots of time with

Feliz Navidad everybody — from Debbie and I and all of our family, we wish you a Merry Christmas.

Try to find the 35 references to Christmas movies and songs and enjoy.

McVie was quintessential musician FLASHBACK RADIO

I was so sad to hear that Christine McVie, a long-time renowned member of Fleetwood Mac from 1970 until 1998, passed away after a brief illness on November 30 at the age of 79.

Fleetwood Mac said in a statement following her death that she was “the best musician anyone could have had in their band and the best friend anyone could have had in their life.”

working together.

After they drove off the lot, they realized the shock absorbers were shot. When they hit the

The boys took turns sliding behind the wheel and stepping on the gas. Oh happy day!

Born on July 12, 1943 in England and raised not too far from Birmingham, Christine Perfect came by her skills easily as her father, Cyril Percy Absell Perfect, was a concert violinist and music lecturer who also taught violin at school in Birmingham, while her grandfather was an organist at Westminster Abbey. No wonder Christine began studying music when she was just 11 years old.

Several years later, in Birmingham, she studied sculpture at the Moseley School of Art for five years with her goal of becoming an art teacher. But then a couple of her friends, Stan Webb and Andy Silvester, asked her to join their new blues band called Chicken Shack as they needed a keyboardist and someone to sing backup vocals.

Everything went well and she even won a Melody Maker award for female vocalist in 1969 and 1970. But as she had married bassist John McVie in 1968, by 1970 she figured the only way to see him on a regular basis was to be in his band. So she left Chicken Shack and joined Fleetwood Mac. And although Christine and John divorced in 1976, they remained friends and had no problems still

As an integral part of Fleetwood Mac in their heyday, McVie’s smooth but bluesy vocals and song-writing skills provided the band with some of their finest hits, including ‘Over My Head’, ‘Say You Love Me’, ‘Don’t Stop’, ‘You Make Loving Fun’, ‘Hold Me’, ‘Little Lies’ and ‘Everywhere’.

However, in 1998, after playing keyboards and singing with Fleetwood Mac for over 29 years, Christine left the band as she had a terrible fear of flying and, quite frankly, wanted a break to get away from it all. But in spite of that, later that year in 1998, McVie played with the group at their induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with the Grammy Awards and the Brit Awards in Great Britain. And, to top it all off, in 2006, Christine was given the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors’ Gold Badge of Merit.

McVie also won two Grammys during her career and received the Ivor Novella Award for Lifetime Achievement from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors in 2014 ,and was given the Trailblazer Award at the UK Americana Awards in 2021.

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with Chuck Reynolds

UMEI teams place first and second at robotics competition

Two teams from UMEI Christian High School’s Enriched Robotics program competed at the FIRST Tech Challenge Windsor Qualifying event at St. Clair College on December 4.

Each year, a challenge is released to all teams in North America and teams are required to design, build and code a robot to meet the challenge.

This year’s challenge required robots to load pylons, placing them onto different levels of rods for points. Teams then meet at events and compete for

the best score. UMEI’s team The Thunderbirds placed first after the qualifying rounds, and Radiant Robotics, also from UMEI, placed second. They were able to form an alliance for the semi-final and final rounds and won the competition, defeating teams from the Newmarket/Toronto district.

In addition, Radiant Robotics won the Connect Award and The Thunderbirds won the Design Award.

Both teams now advance to the provincials.

Lead builder Aidan

Brown, from The Thunderbirds, commented, “We had some early hurdles to overcome with our sensors and the lighting in the venue, but we are used to working under pressure.”

Both teams are grateful for the many sponsors who supported them financially and with technical parts.

Teacher and mentor John Fittler had this to say about their efforts: “I knew our students had built reliable robots and it was really good to bring some friendly Leaming-

ton competitiveness to the event.”

To see these robots in

action, follow UMEI on Facebook or Instagram (@ umei_chs) or book a tour

to see the newly unveiled Robotics Tech Zone. Visit umei.ca for more info.

Community Calendar

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21

FREE DINNER at First Baptist Church, Leamington, from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Start the holidays with leftovers - turkey soup and turkey sandwich. No charge for all in need. Come in out of the cold.

WEDNESDAY,

DECEMBER 21

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (corner of Sherk and Seacliff Dr., Leamington). A a service of hope and remembrance with candle-lighting for those who have lost loved ones, and for the friends who support them. Come and sit with one another in a liturgy that speaks of the love of God for the grieving. All welcome.

SUNDAY,

DECEMBER 25

FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR THOSE WHO WILL BE ALONE OR WHO WILL GO WITHOUT - Pickup from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Registration required by noon Dec. 24 by calling 519-326-3111. Delivery available4 to shut-ins in the Leamington, Wheatley and Kingsville area only. There is no cost or obligation.

ONGOING

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

SUNDAY MEALS EVERY SUNDAY from noon to 1:30 pm at Princess Centre parking lot, 33 Princess St., Leamington. Info: shelterhelpersleamington@ gmail.com or 226-784-1609.

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!

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings: December 21, Jan. 4, 18, Feb. 1 & 15. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.

CENTRE

MILK BAG CREATIONS - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 10:00 am to noon. Help turn cleaned milk bags into woven mats and more to be used by those in need. We have a spare crochet hook and the time to teach you how to use it. Join us!

YARN SOCIAL TIME - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays, 10:00 am to noon. Bring your project and enjoy time with others! Get tips and tricks, show off your work, share patterns and more.

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.

RUMMIKUB

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

PLAY THE UKULELE WITH LIONEL KNIGHTS - Every Thursday from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm at St. John’s Anglican Church in Leamington. Bring a music stand and your own uke if you can. There will be limited ukes available for use. Cost is $5 per session, which goes to the St. John’s kitchen to help with their programs. Call Lionel at 519-398-9645 for more info.

COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 a.m. The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.

T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:006:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519-326-2388. Everyone welcome.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS - appointments 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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

CLUB - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 10:00 am. Come learn and play this fun game for 2-4 players that combines rummy and mahjong. No registration required.

Radiant Robotics — Ryan Friesen, Isabel Neufeld, Cody Konrad, Braedon Douglas, Mason Fittler. Photos submitted

The Thunderbirds — Ben Recker, Aidan Brown, Nathan Ribble, Cole Baptista.

Kingsville supports AMO in opposition to Bill 23

By Mark Ribble

Kingsville Council has voted to support a recommendation by administration to prepare the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments as required to address legislative and regulatory changes associated with Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022.

The new bill, ushered in by the provincial government on October 25, reached Royal Ascent on November 28.

It impacts 10 different statutes including the Planning Act, Development Charges Act, Ontario Heritage Act and Conservation Authorities Act. According to town administration, it has left little time for public con-

sultation.

Among the most impactful features of the act are elimination of public meetings for subdivision approval, parkland dedication rates frozen for up to two years, and the allowance of up to three urban residential units per property. These units will have no minimum size requirements and will only require one parking space per unit — all of which will require considerable work on the town’s Official Plan.

Councillor Larry Patterson suggested that the town get on board with the neighbouring municipalities and work together as “seven strong municipalities.”

stated that he’d already had conversations at county level with other mayors about this subject.

“We’re all in this together,” he said.

Councillor Tony Gaffan wanted to know about the future ramifications of accepting the changes that the government is trying to “shove down our throat.”

He asked Kingsville’s Manager of Planning George Robinson if he was concerned with any storm water management issues and if the town was able to handle all the changes with the current level of personnel.

“Do we have the man/ womanpower for this and do we have the infrastructure for what they

are shoving down our throats,” he asked.

Kingsville CAO John Norton said he believes additional resources will be needed to handle all of the changes, but does believe infrastructure is in a good place.

Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong asked questions about the three residential units on one property, and wondered if it applied to properties that are not serviced.

“A lot of people would like to build small units on the property for their children and have plenty of land, but have been previously told that’s not allowed,” she said.

“These changes will cost the municipality money, reduce desirable

green space, reduce the control we have over how our town looks,” she added. “The bill will jeopardize the environment and reduce our ability to protect our heritage.”

Deputy Mayor DeYong also questioned the affordable housing portion of the bill.

“The traditional definition of affordable housing is income based,” she said.

“The province is looking at market-based, which already excludes many of our essential workers.”

“We want to grow in the right way,” she added.

With that, DeYong put forth a motion to support the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) in their critique of the bill and draft a letter on behalf

of the Mayor and Council expressing opposition to Bill 23, especially since it was pushed through the legislature without proper consultation.

The motion was seconded by Councillor Gaffan and then passed unanimously.

The original recommendation to prepare the Official Plan for Bill 23’s forthcoming changes was also passed with only Councillor Gaffan in opposition to that motion.

New all-way stop at Robson and Cherry

A new all-way stop control is now operational at the intersection of Robson Road and Cherry Lane.

In Loving Memory of

Naida

Zuk

December 21, 2008

In Loving Memory of NelsoN

D. Rutt

Husband, Father, Grandfather & Friend

December 21, 2018

A cluster of precious memories, sprayed with a million tears, Wishing God had spared you, if only a few more years. You left us special memories, and sorrow too great to hold, To us who loved and lost you, your memories will never grow old. Thank you for the years we had, thank you for the memories we shared, We pray that when you left us, you knew how much we cared.

Loved Always & In Our Hearts, June, Nelson, Cathie, Gary, Jessica, Caitlyn, Evan

HAPPY 65tH ANNIVERSARY MARIlYNNE & MuRRAY

Dutot

December 21, 1957

Today we miss you both; your presence, your smile and laughter. It is the day to celebrate your love for one another. God brought you both together when you needed it most. Happy Heavenly Anniversary.

With much love, Ashley, Heather & Mike Dutot

Dear Mom and Baba: Things we feel most deeply, Are the hardest things to say, Dear Mom and Baba, we love you, In a very special way.

If we could have one lifetime wish, One dream that could come true, We’d pray to God with all our hearts, For yesterday with you.

Loving you and missing you... Merry Christmas to Mom & Dad Mary Jane, Sandra and kids xoxoxo

Remembering… Marilyn lear

1941 – 2022

The Lear and Stahl families mourn the loss of their matriarch. Marilyn’s death has left a wound in their hearts this Christmas. Marilyn will be forever remembered for her tremendous love for life! She was a lifelong teacher. Also she was a capable, resourceful church volunteer. Marilyn loved the ministry of the Salvation Army and modelled “Heart to God, Hand to Man.” Marilyn is now enjoying Heaven with her many relatives and friends. We who love her say, “See you later, Marilyn.” Forever loved and sadly missed by her sister, Bev Stahl. “God made us sisters, but love made us friends.”

At its August 9 meeting, Leamington Council approved the all-way stop as a traffic calming measure and to improve the overall operation and safety of the intersection.

Motorists are reminded that the speed limit on both Robson Road and Cherry Lane is 50 km/h.

ANNOUNCEMENT SEASONS GREETINGS

From our home in BC to yours in Ontario, Happy Holidays to our family and friends. Stay safe and healthy.

Remembering our loved ones in heaven.

From The Hoppers Alice, Lowell, Jason, Muriel and Kern

In Loving Memory of a dear son, brother & uncle

STEVEN “STEVIE” YOUNG

March 16, 1971 - December 27, 2003

Gone from us your smiling face Your cheerful happy ways Your heart that won so many friends In bygone happy days.

Missing you more today than yesterday. Love always, Mom and family

Mayor Dennis Rogers

Kingsville Horticultural Society news

By Jan Fisher

Now that our outside gardening is done, we can indulge in caring for our likely neglected houseplants. Members of the Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS) were treated to an informative talk and demonstration by Barb Morden on the Care and Propagation of Houseplants.

Barb reminded the group of the many benefits of having house plants, including their ability to boost oxygen levels and moderate humidity in our homes. Plants enhance mental, physical and social

health at home and in our workplaces. Research has shown that people who work with or near plants and flowers have lower blood pressure, less stress, reduced depression and an increased sense of well-being.

Some common plants that help reduce indoor air pollutants are Boston Fern, Dracena, Pothos, Snake Plant and Spider Plant. I’m sure you have heard of several of these, and perhaps even own a few!

Barb demonstrated a very simple technique for propagating plants. She simply took a cutting,

dipped it in water, dipped it in rooting hormone and then stuck it in a new planter filled with soil.

As she spoke, Barb transplanted several cuttings with ease. Transplanting some of your plants would be a great way to create personal, homegrown gifts for family and friends. Add a ribbon or bow and perhaps some tips on plant care and there you have a unique holiday or birthday gift.

The members of the KHS also learned a few good tips from Barb. If you have houseplants, you almost always have small bugs flying around

the area. You can purchase yellow sticky strips to catch the bugs or make your own by using yellow paper or post-it notes and putting Vaseline on them. Place them in, or near, the pots.

Crushed eggshells will add calcium to the soil. If you want to add humidity, place the plant pot on a dish of stones that has water in it.

Want to learn more about horticulture? Come to the Kingsville Horticultural Society’s next meeting at the Unico Centre on January 16, 2023. Everyone is welcome!

Point Pelee closing Jan. 5 for deer reduction

Point Pelee National Park will be closed to visitors from January 5 until it re-opens on January 21 for the annual deer population reduction.

According to a release from Parks Canada, the measure is in place to ensure the long-term health of Point Pelee National Park’s sensitive ecosystems.

As in previous years, Parks Canada and Caldwell First Nation will be conducting the deer population reduction activity in the park between January 5 and January 20, inclusive.

“Public safety is of the utmost importance to Parks Canada and therefore, Point Pelee Nation-

al Park will be closed to visitors during this time,” said the release. “The park will reopen on January 21.”

Parks Canada is respon-

sible for maintaining and restoring ecological health in national parks.

“A high population (hyperabundance) of whitetailed deer in Point Pelee National Park is a serious threat to forest and savannah health and the species that depend on these precious habitats,” they said.

According to the release, based on over 30 years of research and monitoring, a healthy and balanced environment in Point Pelee National Park would ideally support 24 to 32 deer.

It is estimated that the current deer herd population is two times higher than this target.

“Population reduction is reserved for situations of absolute necessity and Parks Canada has been collaborating with Caldwell First Nation for a number of years to actively manage the deer population in order to protect the park’s sensitive ecosystems,” added the release.

Phil Romualdi

Phil Romualdi, 82 years, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, December 16, 2022 at Erie Shores Hospice.

Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (Scott) (2020). Dear father of Michael Romualdi, David Romualdi, Phil Romualdi (Dana), Marc Romualdi (Tennille). Loving grandpa of Chelsea (Matt), Shane (Megan), Tyler, Shannon, Brayden, Emma, Isabella, and great-grandpa of Mila, Margot and Maeve.

Son of the late Louis and Isobelle Romualdi. Dear brother of Sharon Romualdi (Dario), the late Louis Romualdi and the late Diane Romualdi, and brother-in-law of Debbie Van Norman and the late Reggie Scott. He will be missed by nieces and nephews.

Phil was well known in the community as the owner of the Leamington IGA. He was very generous with his time, being involved in coaching and sponsoring many local sports and community events. Phil will also be missed by his many friends at the Leamington Roma Club and by his poker buddies.

Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, De-cember 21, 2022 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

Visiting continues at LakePoint Family Church, 285 Talbot Street East, Leamington, on Thursday, De-cember 22, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral service to celebrate Phil’s life at 11:00 a.m. Crema-tion to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Snowbirds coming August 2023

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will return to the skies over Leamington on August 26-27, 2023.

The announcement was

made last week when the 2023 schedule came out for Canada’s favourite aerobatic team.

Details are still being finalized and the Snow-

birds’ appearance is part of the Wings Over Windsor — Beach Edition event, which will take place at Seacliff Park.

Kerby Rodger Regular

September 10, 1963 – December 15, 2022

It is with broken hearts that Kerby Rodger Regular passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2022 with close family by his side.

Elizabeth Hildebrandt

Elizabeth (Betty) Hildebrandt, 79 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Betty will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Henry and her three children Jacquie Turnbull (Jeff), Dave Hildebrandt (Lana) and Sheri Epp (Mark). Her memories will be cherished by her seven grandchildren Melissa (JP), Dawson, Brandon, Sydney, Cal, Jax and Ava. Betty is survived by her brothers Paul (Joanne), John (Diane), Peter (Evelyn) and Jim (Judy). Betty will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Betty was born in Mission City, British Columbia, on July 27, 1943. Soon after, Betty’s family moved to Virgil, Ontario, where she lived until marrying Henry in 1964. They began their married life in Niagara Falls, both working as teachers, until moving to Leamington in 1965 where they raised their three wonderful children.

Betty was a fun-loving, joyful and creative wife, mother and Oma. She spent her time baking, sewing, knitting, crocheting and caring for others. Betty’s family was her everything. She dedicated her life to making everyone feel welcome and loved within her home. Betty was well loved, and she loved well.

Thank you to all of the dedicated staff at the Leamington Mennonite Home for their compassionate care throughout her last two years.

In memory of Betty, a donation to the Leamington Mennonite Home would be appreciated.

Visiting was at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E., Leamington, ON, N8H 2C6, on Monday from 4-7 p.m. F

Funeral Service to celebrate Elizabeth’s life was held Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Leamington United Mennonite Church. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Heather Jablonski

Diligent, bright, fun, particular, in love – all this and more is Heather Jablonski. Born in Leamington to Jim and Karen Ross, followed six years later by her brother Jamie, partner Jennifer Mee, and adored by her Maynard grandparents and Jim’s mom, Mavis.

At the University of Waterloo 1981-1985, she discovered Urban and Regional Planning, followed by further studies at Oxford. She was enthralled with her job always. Heather worked in Windsor, Essex, Calgary and Leamington, and served with the accreditation committee on the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.

She loved Point Pelee, Georgian Bay, lattes, Florida, the south of France, cats and Raymond – he watched her for a week before asking her out. She said yes!

A dreadful cancer took her from us. Her care at Hospice of Windsor and Essex County - Erie Shores Campus was so superb that she felt like the only resident and we were the only family in need. Thank you, thank you.

Please be generous in your donation to the Hospice of Windsor-Essex at 197 Talbot St. W., Suite 701, Leamington, ON, N8N 1N8.

At some future date, Heather’s life will be celebrated in fine fashion.

Murray Musgrove

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Murray Edward Musgrove at Erie Shores Hospice on Sunday, December 18, 2022.

Beloved husband of Mary for 66 years and cherished father of Kelly. Dear brother of the late Marie Beleutz (late Peter). He will be missed by many nieces and nephews.

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Murray loved the great outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends. Murray was a loyal and dedicated employee of Omstead Foods for over 40 years and was able to enjoy a 30 year retirement.

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The family expresses its most heartfelt appreciation to the staff and volunteers of Erie Shores Hospice who took such wonderful care of Murray for six months.

Visitation is at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, December 23, 2022 from 12 p.m. until the memorial service to celebrate Murray’s life at 2 p.m.

Memorial donations made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Jack Tizzard

November 4, 1937 – December 14, 2022

It is with great sadness we share that Jack Tizzard passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, after a short battle with leukaemia.

Beloved husband of Dawn for 61 years, loving dad to Judy (Ian) and Karyn, and cherished Grampi to Olivia, Emma, Taylor, Noah and Troy. Survived by his sister Marlene and in-laws Eleanor, Lorraine, Ruth, Helen, Brenda and Chuck. Predeceased by sisters, brother, brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Thelma, Joan (Al), Doreen (Joe), Roy, Terry, Ted, Bill (Audrey) and John. “Favourite Uncle Jack” to his nieces and nephews, dear friend of Jackie Maxey and friend to many.

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Jack was a letter carrier for Canada Post for 35 years in Weston and enjoyed talking to people as he delivered the mail. He grew up in Toronto and Georgetown, settling in Mississauga for many years. He and Dawn moved to Kingsville in 1998 when Jack retired, where they made many friends. He enjoyed playing cards, riding his bike around town and walking with friends. He had a lifelong passion for hockey, playing for many years, as an enthusiastic spectator and assisting the Kingsville Kings. He was a diehard Toronto Maple Leaf fan and followed them religiously. Jack was happiest when he was with Dawn and his family and particularly enjoyed weeks at the cottage fishing with the grandkids. We will miss his playful sense of humour.

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We would like to thank the staff and volunteers at the Erie Shores Hospice for their kindness and compassion.

As per the family’s request, cremation has taken place.

The family received guests at Kendrick Funeral HomeKingsville (91 Division St. S) on Saturday, December 17, 2022 from 2-6 p.m. Friends were encouraged to share a few words or stories about Jack at 4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hockey Fights Cancer (500 - 55 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto, ON, M4V 2Y7) or the Erie Shores Hospice (194 Talbot St. W., Leamington, ON, N8H 1N9) would be greatly appreciated.

Online condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.kendrickfuneralhome.com

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Beloved husband of Phyllis for 38 wonderful years. Loving Dad to Mark (Andrea) and the most amazing Poppy to Ryleigh Renee and Reese Rodger. Survived by his loving mother Eileen (Arthur Richards) and siblings Christine (Bert) Fudge, Eddie (Ella) Regular, Derrick (Cathy) Regular, Doris Dort, Martina (Neil) Ropson, Brian (Marlene) Regular, Dave Sacrey, Bonnie (Dennis) Gray and Vanessa (Jerry) Morey. Also survived by mother-inlaw Dorothy Curtis, and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Christine Ash, Terry (Kim) Curtis, Kay (Harry) Norman, Nancy (Billy) Norman, Tony (Kim) Curtis, John (Rena) Curtis and Marsha Curtis. Predeceased by his loving father Albert and sisters Cordella Regular and Ruth Sacrey. Also predeceased by his father-in-law Raymond. Kerby is the favourite uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Dear friend to Chris and Marla Abbott, Clarence and Elizabeth Peddle, Paul and Carolann Abbott, David and Linda Hollett, Reg and Nelda Pardy.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, December 19, 2022 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Visitation continued at LakePoint Family Church, 285 Talbot Street East, Leamington, on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the funeral service to celebrate Kerby’s life at 11 a.m. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations made by cheque to LakePoint Family Church would be appreciated.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Elvira Del Ciancio

Elvira Del Ciancio, 100 years, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Erie Shores HealthCare.

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Beloved wife of the late Cesare Del Ciancio. Dear mother of Antonio Del Ciancio (Antonietta) and Ron Del Ciancio (Rose). Loving Nonna of Lisa Malott (Cary), David Del Ciancio (Lindsay), Robert Del Ciancio (Mary), Melissa Bondy (Steve), and Bis Nonna of Spencer, Morgan, Jackson, Charlie, Max, Ella and Emilia. Dear sister of late Filomena DiPrimio (late Michele), late Michele Catalano (late Iolanda), Tulietta Fiordi (late Antonio), late Mentina DiPrimio (late Rolando), late Vittorio Catalano (Betina), brother-in-law late Silvino Del Ciancio (late Maria), late Umberto Del Ciancio (late Anita), late Corradino Del Ciancio (Angiolina), brother-in-law late Giovanni Del Ciancio (late Verina) and sister-in-law late Maria Del Ciancio. Elvira will be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Elvira was born in Belmonte del Sannio on June 23, 1922. From her premature birth, she overcame all odds, thereby setting the tone for the rest of her life as an incredibly strong, resilient and inspiring woman. Her baking skills were well known by many, whether it was for celebrations of sacraments, weddings or holidays. Ti vogaliamo bene mamma, nonna, bis nonna and zia. We all aspire to be even half the amazing person you were.

Elvira’s family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Erie Shore HealthCare for their compassionate care of their Mother.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and at St. Michael’s Church on Monday, December 19, 2022 from 10 a.m. until Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made by cheque to St. Michael’s Parish or Erie Shores Health Foundation.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

ChristmasMerry

Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Whea ey

Dusting off the memories

From the Leamington Post December 18, 1985

Four-year-old Sarah Dibbley was among the youngsters who sat on Santa’s knee at the Leamington Montessori School last week. Although it looked liked young Sarah was asking Santa for two front teeth, she was actually requesting a Cabbage Patch telephone.

Snow-covered streets were blamed for a rash of traffic accidents in Leamington during the past week. Property damage exceeded $25,000 but only one person was injured.

The nine participants in the Union Water system want to see what the provincial government will contribute to a long list of improvements with a price tag of over $5 million. At a recent meeting the Union Advisory Committee agreed to submit the projects to the Ministry of the Environment, requesting it prepare the documentation, costing and grant availability.

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon for William Henry Dinwoody of 6 Gladstone Avenue, who died Saturday at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Born in Saskatchewan, Mr. Dinwoody was 69 years old and had resided in Leamington since 1953. He began his teaching career in 1953 when he was appointed principal of Queen Elizabeth Public School. He then became a high school history teacher, teaching at Kingsville, Essex and Leamington high schools.

Despite strong southwesterly winds, high splashing waves and blowing snow, it was business as usual at the Dock Restaurant Saturday night. Owner Lee Sunshine had previously booked several Christmas parties, but the ice on the dock from the waves made it look like a skating rink. At about 5:30 pm, Sunshine rented a small school bus and shuttled guests from the foot of the dock to the front door of the restaurant. Everyone was then brought back to their car after the parties ended.

From the Kingsville Reporter December 18, 1985

Last Wednesday evening, the Kingsville District High School Music Department presented its 15th annual Christmas concert to a packed auditorium. The Junior and Senior Chorus and the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Stage Bands performed under the direction of music teachers Norman Buchanan and Miss Lisa Silver.

One of the longest running holiday basketball tournaments in Ontario has added a new wrinkle again this year. The host Kingsville Cavaliers will not compete in the 17th edition of the Cavalier Invitational as they have accepted an invitation to the University of Windsor High School Basketball Tournament.

The new Gosfield South Township Council held its first regular meeting on Monday, December 16. The new council has only one new face this term in Councillor Joe Frei. He joined Councillor Henry DeYong, Clerk Dan Giovanni, Administrator Emerson Boose, Reeve John Miner, Councillor Ron DiMenna and Councillor Don Clark.

Picking up the paper lately, one often sees the name Sandy Repko, especially on the sports pages. Most recently, she has received the Coaches Corner Award sponsored by CHYR Radio and Carling O’Keefe for her many years of involvement with minor sports. At this year’s Ruthven Apple Festival, she was also presented with Gosfield South’s Citizen of the Year Award.

From the Wheatley Journal December 18, 1985

At the first meeting of the Wheatley Council, a lot of rhetoric from the members followed the swearing-in ceremony. This is customary and it gives each member a chance to state publicly his or her stand on some key issues. Mary Lynn is a member of several committees and spoke on tourism needing a new approach in this area.

The five winners in the Wheatley Lions Club annual Drug Awareness Contest were the guests of the club at a recent dinner meeting. Lion George Vary presented the winners with their prizes. Winners of the contest were Gary Johns, Mary Dyck, John Krahn, Tina Hiebert and Ken Wigfield.

The East Mersea boys volleyball team won a seven-school tournament over the weekend at Queen of Peace in Leamington. The boys won eight of the 10 games they played, putting them first overall. Mr. Arner was the team’s coach, with players John Krahn, Ken Wigfield, Paul Dama, Tim Corlett, Joel Warkentin, Colin Hatt, Dave Friesen, David Tell, Rob Schartner and Barry Thompson.

Not to be outdone, the East Mersea girls volleyball team took the Leamington-Kingsville Regional Championship with a 9-1 record in the tournament. Mr. Wingerden coached the girls team with players Wendy Carter, Denise Thompson, Kim Trealout, Susan Hodgson, Kim Whittle, Tina Dyck, Kim Bailey, Alissa Whitcher, Brandy Martin, Nancy DaPonte, Tracy White, Sara Dyck and Danielle Robinson.

The Leamington Novices came in and shut out the Wheatley Yacht Club 4-0 on the weekend. Scott Tiessen and Jamie Nagliesen each scored twice for the visitors. Ryan Langeman and Geoff St. John both created some good chances for the Yacht Club but couldn’t score. Chris Renwick played his best game of the year in goal for Wheatley.

December 2002

HEARING CHRISTMAS

WISHES - Five-year-old Kylee Dawson was one of many children who visited with Santa at the arena on Sunday during the

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.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

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

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.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

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

December 1987 - These three Leamington Venturers left on Tues. Dec. 15 bound for Australia for the 16th World Jamboree of Scouts which opens Dec. 31 and ends Jan. 10. The three are (l-r) Tyler Hardy, David James and Bobby Ippoliti. They were among 800 Canadian Scouts and 14,000 from 75 countries participating in the event being held near Sydney. The three planned on visiting New Zealand first.

Photo of the Gordon P. Fox family at the home of Homer J. Arner, possibly Christmas Day, year unknown. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com

Wheatley Kids Christmas event.

NOTICE

Leamington Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee Seeking Committee Members

The Municipality of Leamington is looking for committed individuals between the ages of 13 and 18 who want to get involved and give back to the community of Leamington.

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The Municipality of Leamington’s Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) will provide a structured opportunity for youth to voice their opinions in Leamington by providing a two-way channel for communication with Council on important recreational and social issues concerning the Municipality’s youth population. The MYAC will also organize community events for the youth of Leamington throughout the year in order to encourage community involvement, as well as volunteering within the community and encouraging other youth to do the same.

The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee will meet monthly at the call of the Committee Chair.

For more information or to submit an application, please visit the municipal website at leamington.ca/MYAC

For further information about the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee or the appointment process, please contact the Clerk’s Department by phone at 519326-5761 or by email at: clerks@leamington.ca

The application deadline is January 6, 2023.

Leamington Seeking Citizens for Committees

The Municipality of Leamington is seeking interested citizens to serve on its advisory committees during the upcoming new term of Council (2022-2026). Serving on a municipal committee is a way to be involved and to help make a difference in your community. Committee members provide advice to Council on different issues and help contribute to the development of policies, programs and initiatives that improve your community. The Municipality is seeking new members for the following committees:

Accessibility Advisory Committee (Seeking one member who is a professional from the community and three members of the community who are persons with disabilities)

The Accessibility Committee recommends and advises Council on matters that will improve opportunities for persons with disabilities and provide for involvement in the identification, removal and prevention of barriers to allow for full participation in the community.

Seniors’ Advisory Committee (Seeking four members and maximum of two community stakeholder/representatives from an organization that services seniors in the Municipality such as a retirement /long term care facility, residential homes or senior’s apartment complexes)

The Seniors’ Advisory Committee’s objective is to engage and consult with residents about issues affecting seniors; to educate and improve awareness of services available to seniors in Leamington and area; to form partnerships in the community; to inform and improve the quality of life for seniors and develop and bring forward recommendations to Council on how to make Leamington a more age-friendly community, relating to matters within the Municipality’s jurisdiction (e.g. transportation, communications and civic participation).

A full list of committees and Terms of Reference for each committee are available on the Municipality’s website www.leamington.ca/committees. Application forms are also available on the Municipality’s website at www.leamington.ca/ committees or at the Leamington Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington. For more information, please contact the Clerk’s Office by phone at 519-326-5761 or by email at clerks@leamington.ca.

The application deadline is Friday, January 6, 2023.

We are seeking GREENHOUSE ASSOCIATE

• Compensation is $15.00/hour

• Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays)

• No education or experience required.

• Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse. Please apply at: careers@tilray.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 2000 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4

We are seeking Experienced Sewers to join our sewing workroom team. This is a great opportunity for individuals with a background in sewing to work with a team of skilled professionals. We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who are passionate about their craft and ready to take on new challenges. If you have experience in sewing and are interested in joining our team, please apply today.

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Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.

Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage.

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YOUNG PEOPLE HELPING THE COMMUNITY

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strongly about teaching our players the importance of giving back, especially during the holiday season,” said Reid.

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Pelling, Joe McLeod. Submitted

THE ESSEX-SOUTHPOINT U15 BB HOCKEY TEAM wanted to give back to their community and recently launched a food donation drive. They were able to collect a car full of food donations and $525 in cash. Those donations were given to Project Hope Windsor Essex County, which helps anyone in need and is located in Harrow. Team members are, left to right: Gavin Alvar, Cole Grant, Andrew Demant, Caiden St. John, Nathan Ford, James Sonoski, Mason Dault, Holdyn Bailey, Zack Liebrook, Landon Bradley, Ryan Reid, Austin Hamilton-Drouillard, Brendan Ledoux, Nathan Alvar, Ethan Derikx, Reed Vandervecht, Zackary Grein. Absent from photo are Nicholas Brophey, Caden Raffoul, Jaden Daraiche, Aiden Fick, and coaches Patrick Sonoski, Steve Sonoski, Jason Bailey, Ronnie Avalar. Photo submitted

THE ESSEX-SOUTHPOINT U14A TEAM helped at the Wheatley Community Chest in organizing thousands of canned goods, toys and personal items. The Wheatley Community Chest helps families during the holiday season by creating baskets with donated food, personal items and toys. The U14A hockey team helped by doing some heavy lifting and organizing to get ready for volunteers to come in and start assembling baskets. The ESP U14A hockey team felt that it was a wonderful and heartfelt experience to give back to the community. They wish everyone a safe and wonderful holiday.

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THE ESSEX-SOUTHPOINT HOCKEY U10 TEAM recently held a team fundraiser to support two charities, The Wheatley Food Bank and Community Chest, and The Salvation Army - Essex. The team raised $630 in cash donations as well as a table full of non-perishable food items and toys. The donations will be split between the two charities.

annual Christmas fundraiser is named Operation Christmas “Assist” to tie in hockey to its title.

manager Michelle Reid was thrilled with the outcome. “The initial goal I set was $500 in cash donations and as many toys and canned goods as we could collect,” she said. “I’m very proud of our team, the success of this fundraiser, and the difference this donation will make for local families in both Essex and Wheatley and their surrounding areas.”

team of players from Essex and Southpoint merged this season for the first time, so it was important to choose a charity from both towns to benefit from this fundraiser.

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right: Bryce Bailey, Nolan Mongeau, Logan Heide, Declan Bohdal, Hunter

Louis, Zakery Venables. Back row: Rowan Wall, Winston McLeod, Balokia Raffoul, Greyson Kiebert, Oliver Ingratta, Mason Reid, Coltan Friesen, Jace Lalonde, Jake Burling, Easton Flaming, Dallas Bohdal. Coaches are Brett Oliphant, Jeff Bailey, Jeff Reid, Kristian

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THE SOUTHPOINT STARS U13B GIRLS HOCKEY TEAM placed donation bins around local businesses in Wheatley, starting in November, in an effort to fill the shelves at the Wheatley Area Food Bank.

On December 3, during the Wheatley Santa Claus Parade, the girls canvassed for additional non-perishable items and were successful, filling numerous bins throughout the night.

December 8, several members of the team loaded up all the items they collected and unloaded everything onto the shelves at the Wheatley Area Food Bank, providing many items for families in need during the holidays.

From left to right, Evelynn Schmidt, Taylor Lefaive, Mackenna Michalski, Finnley Warkentin, Marla Amaral, Stella Barreto, Katelyn Brady, Antonio Brown, Ella Graham, Zoey Williams, Allison Brady, Aubree Curchin, Stella Bavetta and Sarah Johnson. Photo submitted

EAST MERSEA PUBLIC SCHOOL held its annual Giving Week December 5-9. Each day students brought in items to give to the Wheatley Community Chest such as canned goods on Monday, toiletry items on Tuesday, hats and gloves for warm-up Wednesday, pantry items on Thursday, and toys on Friday. The Wheatley Community Chest then created baskets for families with the donated food, personal items and toys for Christmas. East Mersea students and staff are so proud of their motto, a “Small School with a Big Heart”, and believe that giving back to the community is an essential part of growing as a student. Members of the student council are seen here with Community Chest representative Tracey Loop (left) and East Mersea principal Ms. Savage. Photo submitted

THE LEAMINGTON MERSEA GOODFELLOWS, JOINED BY SEVERAL LEAMINGTON DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL students, filled 746 bushel baskets with canned and dry goods on Tuesday, December 13 in preparation for delivery to families in need on Saturday, December 17. In addition to a basket, families also received a basket of vegetables, a bag of goodies and a turkey. The Goodfellows Christmas Hamper campaign has been ongoing for many years in the community, giving families in need help with their Christmas dinners. Photo submitted

Flyers thump first-place Nationals, top Komoka

By C. Scott Ho-Ho-Holland

A crowd of 775 watched the second-place Leamington Flyers and firstplace London Nationals engage in a hard-fought battle last Thursday, Dec. 15, but after 20 minutes it was evident that it was going to be an all-Flyers affair.

Leamington took a 4-0 lead and won the contest 6-1, but not until after both sides had let the skill portion of the contest deteriorate into a series of penalties – most of which were head contact calls.

They followed that with a 6-2 win in Komoka on Saturday.

After Thursday’s game, head coach Dale Mitchell

summed up his team’s performance.

“The game was a great team effort,” he said. “We came out from the first puck drop and were committed to our game play plan. LaRue, Scarlett and Grundner’s line really stepped up and executed on their plays.”

In the opening frame last Thursday night, so many of those ‘little things’ were evident with crisp passing, good puck control, solid defensive work and some timely shooting. Even the latest addition to the Flyers, Owen Holmes, who was acquired a few days prior to the game, fit well into the overall play.

After some speedy back-

and-forth action during the first 10 minutes, Thomas Grossi hooked up with Hayden Reid who went deep into the Nats’ left corner and threw a pass out into the slot where Cody Brekke rifled a shot that eluded London starter Aiden Berry.

Barely half a minute elapsed before the Flyers struck again. Trevor LaRue won a faceoff and drew the puck back to Griffin Grundner, who unleashed a rocket shot that found the target. Anthony Ciaramitaro and Nick Mahy created a slick passing play that ended with Bryce Scarlett whipping the rubber past Berry.

From a faceoff to Berry’s left, LaRue and Scarlett backhanded the puck to Grundner, who drilled his second of the game to spot Leamington a 4-0 lead.

Flyers’ starter Bryce Walcarius’ lone blemish occurred at 1:15 of the second period when the Flyers had a man advantage. London’s Bradyn Santavy intercepted a Flyers’ pass and raced down the right wing on a breakaway and beat Walcarius.

The Nats played musical goaltenders during the later stages of the contest as starter Berry was lifted and replaced by callup Nathan Fahri, who got beat on a two-on-one

play by Leamington as Mahy sent Bryce Scarlett on a left lane breakaway.

Ahead 5-1, the remainder of the second was a series of penalties, many of which were coincidentals.

The final Flyers’ tally came at 2:45 of third when Connor MacPherson feathered a pass to Hayden Reid who gunned into the London net.

The Flyers’ defense was so effective that starter Walcarius made only 23 saves, while Berry turned aside 38 shots and Fahri stopped nine.

In Komoka on Saturday night, the Flyers took a 3-1 lead after one period and never looked back as they won 6-2.

Flyers’ newcomer Owen Homes scored his first two Flyers’ goals to lead the scoring parade. Gabe Piccolo, Jack Cotter, Ryan MacPherson and Cody Brekke fired one goal apiece. Starter Boe Piroski picked up the victory while stopping 11 of 13 shots. Both Komoka goals came on powerplays. With the victory, the Flyers moved into second-place — two points behind London and two ahead of St. Marys with a 22-6-3. They have one home and one away game before the Christmas break.

Next game: Thurs. Dec. 22 vs. Sarnia Legionnaires at 7:10 p.m.

In last Thursday night’s game against the London Nationals the Flyers applied immense pressure to the Nats’ defense and starting goalie Aiden Berry. Here, Owen Holmes, the latest Flyers’ addition (left), has his shot stopped by Berry, while linemates

Ryan and Connor MacPherson converge on the London net. The Flyers won the contest 6-1 with 775 fans in attendance.

Scott Holland photo

Basketball season in full swing at LDSS

By Brooke Dominguez

In boys’ basketball last week, the LDSS Lions played hard against Tecumseh Vista Academy on Tuesday and L’Essor on Thursday.

Early in the week, the junior team won 40-28 in a neck-and-neck thrilling game until the end when the Lions pulled away for the win. The boys were sinking three-pointers throughout the second half and played with intensity until the very last minute. Later that evening, the senior boys struggled against Tecumseh Vista’s fast and powerful team.

Although they lost 51-43, the seniors rebounded two days later and beat L’Essor 50-42.

The boys got off to a hot start and their fiery spirit carried them to victory. Their defence was the star of the show as they created numerous turnovers and communicated through plays, giving themselves multiple scoring opportunities.

Unfortunately, the junior Lions did not have as much luck against the Eagles of L’Essor, losing their first game of the season. However, they are looking forward to bouncing back

at their game against Essex.

Also in their unfortunate first loss of the season, the junior girls’ volleyball team lost two sets to one against Essex District High School. It was a tough matchup, and the girls are looking to fight back in their upcoming matches and work better together as a team.

The second intramural season, volleyball, is now over. In an exhilarating match on Monday, Dec. 12, Team Nash took the

win against the undefeated Teachers Team 25-22.

The whole game was back and forth with long rallies and impressive plays.

There were lots of strong blocks and net play by members of Team Nash, Sal Merhi and Jack Tiessen, as well as strategic plays by LDSS’s very own Principal, Mr. Omar.

The season went very well, and the Athletic Reps are ready for what is to come in the New Year!

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

Holiday Hours:

Open Dec. 24, 8:00-12 noon • Closed Dec. 25-27 Open Dec. 28-30, 8:00-5:30•Open Dec. 31, 8:00-12 noon Closed Jan.1&2 • Regular hours resume Jan. 3

The hockey Cavs celebrate a goal. Hayden Nurse photo

Cavs winter sports underway

By Hayden Nurse

Last week the Kingsville Cavs hockey, basketball, volleyball, swimming and curling teams were all in action.

The boys hockey team kept their undefeated streak alive as they took wins against Tecumseh Vista and North Star. They extend their season record to 4-0-1.

The girls hockey team went 1-1 on the week, beating Essex 3-2 and losing to Villanova 3-2. Their record is now 2-1-1 on the season.

Both junior and senior boys basketball teams went 1-1 last week as well with games against Tecumseh Vista and Catholic Central. Both teams are currently 2-1 on the season. Their home openers were Tuesday against Lessor, followed by Leamington on Thursday at home.

SMOKEY Smokey found herself at the shelter in desperate need of care. She was injured and required quite of bit of tlc to start feeling like herself again. She still needs some time to heal, but is ready to find her forever home. She is shy, but friendly and would require a quiet adult only home.

To see Smokey and other adoptable felines, visit https://windsorhumane.org/cats-kittens

If Smokey’s picture is no longer there, that means she has found her forever home, please consider one of her friends who are still looking for theirs.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2023

READY, SET, GAME!

Euchre Tourney | Doors 5 PM Game 6 PM. $10 per person | Rotating Style | Prizes. Tickets available at BANKTHEATRE.COM

MONDAY, JANUARY 16

MONARCH CAFE SERIES

Songs & Stories in the Round - Similar to the Nashville Bluebird Cafe series. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Show 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 +HST. Tickets available at BANKTHEATRE.COM

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27

DALE’S FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE

Doors open 6:30 p.m. Show 7:00 p.m. Bring canned, paper, hygiene goods for food bank drive. Pass the hat admission.

SATURDAY,

JANUARY 28

IMPROV NITE @ THE BANK THEATRE

Come laugh with some of the best local and not-so-local comedians. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Show 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 +HST. Tickets available at BANKTHEATRE.COM

The junior and senior girls volleyball teams are on the road this week. The seniors are still looking for their first win and the juniors are looking to get back on track and wipe the memory away of their 3-0 loss to Riverside.

The Kingsville swim team had a great meet last week and continue to prepare for WECSSAA.

The curling team have permanently reserved a spot for themselves in the semifinals.

Local gymnasts do well

Rose City Gymnastics sent 16 athletes to Burlington for their first provincial qualifier over the weekend of December 9-11.

Locally, Danica Zack of Essex finished second overall on the strength of a second place in Vault, 4th in Bars, 2nd in

Beam and 6th in Floor for the 12-yearold Level 7 Division.

Kingsville’s Julia McInnis placed sixth overall in the 13-year-old Level 6 Division on the strength of 7th place in Vault, 7th in Bars, 3rd in Beam and 5th in Floor.

Sharks pull rank on Admirals

By Greg Coulter

In a run and gun wild affair, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks narrowly escaped a third period letdown with a 6-5 overtime home ice victory last Wednesday night, Dec. 14, against the Amherstburg Admirals.

In addition to a 5540 shot advantage, the Sharks missed numerous “sure thing “open nets and failed to close out the game in regulation.

Kelly, Braedon Caetano (two) and Colm Smith garnered assists.

SHARKS HONOUR W.A.P.S. AND ROMNEY WIND

The Wheatley Omstead Sharks continue to be active in community events and are appreciative of their loyal fan base. Recently, they welcomed some special guests, students of Wheatley Area Public School and representatives of EDF Romney Wind, for their ceremonial puck drop. Joining principal Scott Bacik were students Mila and Ella Epplett, Avery and Andie Anderson, Tegan Grubb, Everly Howe, Aubrey Allard and Alex Brown. Flag bears for the game were Bentley Kaiser, Drew Mills and Emily Dobson. From EDF Romney were Kimberli Kenna, Phillipe Palard and John Stamatopoulas. EDF contributes $25,000 annually to the local area through its Community Trust Fund. These funds help several groups and initiatives to reach their goals each year. Specifically, these funds help offset Shark’s ice time expenses, and with funding on projects at Wheatley Area Public School along with Christmas lighting and beach cleanup. SUN photo by Greg Coulter

ESP U15 playing great hockey

The Essex Southpoint (ESP) Parker DKI U15 BB team has been on a roll in league play recently, reeling off a fourgame unbeaten streak including a 1-1 tie against first-place Windsor.

The ESP squad followed up with three consecutive wins of 4-2, 3-1 and 4-2 against Belle River, Amherstburg and Tecumseh respectively.

Zack Liebrock got ESP’s lone goal against Windsor, assisted by Landon Bradley and James Sonoski. Andrew Demant was stellar in net.

Goal scorers against Belle River were Nathan Ford, Bradley, Liebrock and Nathan Alvar. Earning assists were Mason

Dault, Liebrock and Holdyn Bailey with two. Demant earned the win in goal.

Goal scorers against Amherstburg were Bradley, Liebrock and Nathan Alvar, with assists going to Ryan Reid, Gavin Alvar, Bailey and Bradley. Goalie Reed Vandervecht starred in goal.

Goal scorers versus Tecumseh were Gavin Alvar, Caiden St. John, Bailey and Bradley. Assists were drawn by Austin Hamilton, Zack Grein, Liebrock and Bradley. Vandervecht earned the win.

The recent hot streak moves the boys into second place in the Bluewater standings.

For the second home game in succession, the Sharks, with a territorial advantage in shots and offensive play, carried a commanding 4-2 lead after two periods only to see the visitors stage a late rally to send the match to overtime. Blake McNally, with an assist from Kyle Greene, secured the victory at 3:45 of the extra frame.

Despite five goals against, steady net minding by Ethan Handley allowed the Sharks to gain two valuable points. The locals appeared the take control of the game late in the first with two goals, only to see the visitors claw back time and time again.

Josh Chauvin and Sylvain Lessard potted two each, with Kyle Greene (one goal, one assist) and Blake McNally adding an assist to his overtime winner. Devin St. Pierre, Kyle

Coach Josh Carnevale is pleased with the offensive team effort saying, “We’re getting shots to the net. The league seems to have a better balance this year, so we need to be ready every night to battle through all 60 minutes. We’ll have time to focus on some issues over the Christmas break and be ready for the new year.”

The Sharks close out December with two tough battles, a visit to Essex on December 20 and a return home tilt against Blenheim on December 21. January 4 is the first home game in the new year.

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After pulling off a “how’s she doin’” on the defender, Kyle Greene is robbed on a split-second toe save by the Amherstburg netminder. Blake McNally and Devin St. Pierre charge the net only to see the puck slide to the corner. Sharks would secure a thrilling 6-5 overtime victory. SUN photo by Greg Coulter

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