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By Mark Ribble WINDSOR-ESSEX — The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is pumping the brakes on indoor social gatherings as COVID-19 cases surge in the area.

The WECHU issued a letter of instruction over the weekend which will restrict indoor and outdoor gatherings going forward in an attempt to slow down the current trajectory.

A similar letter of instruction was issued by the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit on Monday

evening, with specific instruction for workplaces.

As of 12:01 a.m. Friday, December 10, social gatherings will be limited to 10 people inside and 25 outside.

Added measures for wedding receptions and social events tied to funerals and religious services will also be in place.

In Windsor-Essex, Bars and restaurants will now be limited to 50 per cent capacity and strict adherence to face covering requirements will be enforced in all public settings.

“We are very worried that we are already seeing this surge of cases in advance of the holiday season and its associated social gatherings,” says WECHU Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Shanker Nesathurai. “Immediate action needs to be taken by all residents to address the known sources of transmission which are social gatherings, both in homes and in the community.”

Those feelings are supported by Erie Shores HealthCare CEO Kristin Kennedy, who says the numbers are rising in the

hospital.

“I would encourage people, for the best interests of their neighbours and families, to be cautious and diligent this holiday season,” she said.

“One preventable death is one too many.”

Kennedy says vaccinations are working but more needs to be done.

Windsor-Essex weekly case rates a month ago hovered around 39 cases per 100,000 population.

That number is now well over 100.

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By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Erie Shores Health- the letter of instruction issued over the Care Chief Executive Officer, Kristin weekend by the Windsor-Essex County Kennedy, is voicing her concerns over Medical Office of Health.

The letter of instruction reduces the rising COVID numbers in and around the community and the false narrative number of people at an indoor gatherthat is preventing people from getting ing to 10, while outdoor gatherings will vaccinated or following public health be set at 25. The restrictions take effect Friday, December 10 at 12:01 am. restrictions.

The hospital itself has also put en“The data doesn’t lie,” she says. “Facts hanced visitor screening measures in are facts and this is not a conspiracy.”

Kennedy noted that there are current- place, effective Monday, December 6.

Vaccinated visitors are ly 12 confirmed COVID-19 required to test negative on patients in hospital at Erie “There is a a Rapid Antigen Test that is Shores. All 12 are unvaccisignificant completed on arrival to the nated. hospital.

“The vaccines work to community Unvaccinated visitors minimize hospitalization burden and spread are required to provide and death,” she said.

ESHC screeners with a Currently the Erie Shores right now.” negative PCR test result, HealthCare COVID Assessment Centre is seeing a — Kristin Kennedy taken within 72-hours, and required to test negative on sharp increase in positivity a Rapid Antigen Test that is rates that are around 15 per cent, which is five times the provincial completed on arrival at the hospital.

These enhanced measures are on top positivity rate.

Kennedy says this is alarming and of restrictions currently in place, includshows that our area is in need of ‘tight- ing a limit on the number of permitted visitors per patient and limitations on a ening up’.

“There is a significant community visitor’s ability to move throughout the burden and spread right now,” she said. hospital.

The new screening measures do not The recent outbreak at a popular Kingsville restaurant — which so far has impact patients seeking medical care. infected 42 people — has had a signifi- As always, a patient’s care at Erie Shores cant impact on local case numbers and HealthCare is not affected by a patient’s COVID or vaccination status. hospital admissions.

“We’re tired,” says Kristin Kennedy.

Kennedy says that Erie Shores is currently at about 25 per cent capacity in “We need the community to help us out their ICU, which could go up exponen- of this. Vaccinations work. Please get tially if left unaddressed. vaccinated.”

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It’s David versus Goliath in fight to save Road 7 trees

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Almost a year after a Southpoint Sun story about losing their trees prompted a visit from Hydro One, residents along a heavily-populated section of Road 7 are still fighting the battle.

At issue are the new hydro lines and poles being installed along Road 7 from Highway 77 in a westerly direction and the

effect that installation will have on many heritage trees along the way.

The new hydro poles are visible on the eastern end of Road 7, starting at Highway 77, to about a mile up the road, where Hydro One’s installation stalled a couple of years ago.

Last January, residents were notified that work would resume in the spring and any trees

deemed ‘in the way’ would be marked for removal.

That’s when Linda and Brent Metz contacted the municipality and the local media.

The home they live in is on the Hanzman farm, where Linda’s parents settled after they came to Canada following the Second World War. The large American Sycamore trees have been there for as long as she can remember.

“These trees must be close to 100 years old,” said Linda last January. “It’ll be awful if they cut them down.”

After the story ran, the Metz family had a visit from Hydro One officials, but Linda said nothing was really resolved.

Now, Hydro One has appeared in the neighbourhood once again, marking the property lines and doing locates for gas and water.

The marking of the property lines has prompted action from more neighbours, all who want the power giant to leave them alone.

According to Dave Chevalier, who owns propRoad 7 neighbours gathered together to fight Hydro One’s plan erty along Road to cut down their trees. From left are Dave Chevalier, Janette Che- 7, the poles could valier, Linda Metz, Frank Hotz and Hanne Hotz.

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be installed along the other side of the road, which would impact a minimal amount of trees and homes.

Chevalier’s wife Janette (Roadhouse) grew up on the farm and the entire section was once owned by the Roadhouse family.

Their neighbours, Frank and Hanne Hotz, have been there about 45 years and remember a quieter time.

“When we moved here, there weren’t a lot of trees,” said Hanne. “We planted most of these and would hate to see them cut down.”

Hanne Hotz believes that the hydro lines are unnecessary because the greenhouse industry doesn’t currently extend past the Greenway near the east end of the road.

“Why do they need to come down here?” she asked. “They’ve already got power to the greenhouses.”

The neighbours got together last Wednesday to talk about the situation and put up some ‘Save Our Trees’ signs along the roadway. The same group was instrumental in getting the speed limit on Road 7 reduced from 80 to 60 recently.

“We’re happy with that,” said Frank Hotz.

“Now we just want them to leave our trees alone.”

Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald told the Sun that she has been made aware of the situation and is awaiting a

report from Hydro One, but says the municipality doesn’t want to be in the business of cutting down heritage trees.

The Sun reached out to Hydro One and got the following response.

“We are committed to operating in an environmentally and socially responsible manner, and to partnering with customers and community partners to build a brighter future for all,” said the response.

“To improve service for our customers, we will be making upgrades to our electricity equipment in Leamington, including installing new distribution lines and poles to increase the amount of power available and enhance power reliability.”

Hydro One says they understand how important the local environment is to the community.

“While planning is still underway, we will notify affected residents if work is required on or adjacent to their property and will partner with the Essex

Region Conservation Authority to support the local ecosystem,” they said.

The old (current) hydro lines run along both sides of the road for much of that section, prompting the Chevaliers to wonder out loud if that could be replicated.

“Just cross the road along the existing lines and continue on down the south side,” said Dave Chevalier. “It would be far less intrusive.”

Frank Hotz said he spoke to an official from Hydro One recently and was told that they can’t cross the road but didn’t say why.

“It’s probably more expensive,” he said. “They don’t want to spend the money.”

With Hydro One being a giant corporation, the residents know it’s a David versus Goliath fight, but they know that they just can’t sit back and let it happen.

“We have to make some noise,” said Linda Metz.

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You’ll shoot your eye out, kid If you haven’t had a chance to see the Bank Theatre production of A Christmas Story yet, you are really missing out.

Local theatre is so refreshing to watch and last weekend, Deb and I were able to take in the matinee performance.

The play, adapted from Jean Shepherd’s 1965 book called In God We Trust; All Others Pay Cash and then the 1983 Bob Clark Movie, A Christmas Story, tells about young Ralphie Parker’s quest to get the Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas.

The local production is directed by Corey Robertson.

If you’re a fan of the movie, then the play will bring back vivid memories of

Ralphie and his friends, Schwartz and Flick and their escapades as they try to avoid daily run-ins with the local bully.

Here, those two friends are played by Breydon and Logan Quiring and they steal the show in multiple scenes.

Max Wilkinson does a great job as Ralphie, who is often the straight man to the many comedic characters in the story.

The narrator is ‘adult Ralph’ and Clinton Anderson plays the part flawlessly. Unlike in the movie, where Jean Shepherd himself narrated from behind the scenes, Anderson is front and centre and makes an immediate impact with a strong presence in almost every scene.

‘The old man’, Ralphie’s father,

Awesome 1937 Ford street rod THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk When the new 1937 Fords arrived, they were a styling sensation. They were the first Ford to have a one-piece front-opening hood. They were also the first Ford with headlights mounted in the front fenders instead of on top of them and the first Ford to have a two-piece, V-shaped windshield.

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still had a long way to go. It had four-wheel mechanical brakes giving you “the safety of steel from pedal to wheel.” Ford finally adopted hydraulic brakes in 1939, 15 years after Chrysler. And the ’37 Fords still had transverse leaf springs front and rear.

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For over 20 years, Jerry trailered his car to shows in Canada and the U.S. and filled his garage with trophies of every description. Sadly, he passed away Nov. 20, 2020. His sister Darlene and her partner Pete are the new custodians of this awesome street rod.

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Letter to the Editor

Show some respect for office, says area resident Dear Editor, I am Leamington born and raised, and I can honestly say there has never been a time in my life when this was not where I wanted to spend my entire adult life.

I’m proud of my town, always have been, and hope I always will be.

But this past weekend, I saw something that definitely did not make me proud, in fact it repulsed me.

While driving the streets of Leamington, I was passed, in the opposite direction, by a truck with a flag mounted in the back, with a very vulgar message to our current prime minister.

It was something I’ve grown to expect to see on the news about our neighbors to the south, but certainly nothing I would

have thought would surface here.

I know people are tired, and fed up, frustrated, and yes, angry. But have some respect people.

In days gone by, positions of leadership (whether they were our personal choice of leader or not) came with a certain level of respect. It didn’t necessarily mean that you agreed with the current leader’s mandate, but you still offered the position and the person that filled that position, a level of respect. It’s called common courtesy, and I would wager that most, if not all, rational citizens afforded our leaders that level of respect in the past.

What we see now, in the news and recently on the streets of our small town, is something so far

removed from common courtesy, it’s unrecognizable. It’s crude, vulgar and ugly, and certainly nothing I would want to have to explain to my grandchildren. We do not need this display of filth driving around our streets of Leamington.

I don’t care what the position… whether it be a council member, a mayor, a premier or a prime minister, show some respect.

Be informed, voice your discontent, cast your vote when given the chance, but show some respect – to the position and the person, who whether you want to acknowledge it or not, has made personal sacrifices to fulfill that position.

– Mary Tiessen, Leamington

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LAERC continues its work

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Talking Over Turkey helps St. Vincent de Paul

LEAMINGTON — With the recent announcement that Talking Over Turkey would take hiatus again this year due to COVID restrictions, Deanna and Mike Diab have put their support behind St. Vincent de Paul at St. Michael’s Church in Leamington.

“We’re thrilled to be able to help families throughout our community in a different capacity,” said Mike. “We’ll be purchasing enough turkeys to fulfill the needs of families through St. Vincent de Paul with the help of several private and compassionate donors.”

St. Vincent de Paul St. Michael’s Leamington is also looking for volunteers to help prepare the Christmas Hampers for those in need.

If you’d like to volunteer or make a donation, call Stephanie Heaton at 519-329-0613 for more in-

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If you’d further like to help Mike Diab’s quest to procure turkeys for the needy, please message him on Facebook and he will gladly accept your help.

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LEAMINGTON – The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) is still active and continues to hold its monthly meetings on Zoom.

LAERC is a non-profit group whose mandate is to sponsor a refugee family each year to come and settle in Canada.

The latest family has now finished with LAERC’s sponsorship and the children are doing really well in school.

At its latest meeting, LAERC discussed fundraising ideas. The group’s financial situation is at

a low and sometime in the near future they will welcome a family of seven (parents and five children). There have been several delays with paperwork and now it has been discovered that the man’s military records are lost.

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DECEMBER 1-20 ART SOCIETY OF KINGSVILLE’S FINE ART EXHIBITION AT Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, 28 Division St. S., Kingsville. Show dates: December 1 to 20. Open house December 2 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Gallery hours: Sun.-Mon. 10 am-4 pm; Wed.-Sat 10 am-5 pm; closed Tues. Art gallery admission is free, donations welcome.

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

JANUARY Beginning January 11 or 14 at 1:30 amp, GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will begin at the Half Century Centre. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 after January 4 to register, or call Cliff at 519-816-5449.

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.

Always in our hearts.

Nadine, Jerry, Joline & Curtis Gidget, Kevin, Faith & Grace

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of

EARL DUNMORE

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington

August 7, 1935 - December 13, 2019

Should you go first and I remain To walk the road alone, I’ll live in memory’s garden, dear, With happy days we’ve known.

In Spring I’ll wait for roses red, When fades the lilac blue.

In early Fall, when brown leaves call I’ll catch a glimpse of you.

Should you go first and I remain, One thing I’d have you do: Walk slowly down that long, long path, For soon I’ll follow you.

I’ll want to know each step you take That I may walk the same, For someday down that long, long road You’ll hear me call your name.

Always in our hearts.

Norma, Bradley, Cheryl, Michael & Families & Friends

In Loving Memory of

In Loving Memory of

Dean Tiessen

October 20, 1967 - December 7, 2013

Gone, yet not forgotten.

Although we are apart, Your spirit lives within us Forever in our hearts.

Loved and Remembered Always, Love, Mom & Dad, Jason & Josey, Mykayla & Kassidy

Mark Peter Darowski November 25, 1966 - December 11, 2013

Eight years have passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away.

God took him home – it was His will, Within our hearts Mark liveth still.

Sadly missed but never forgotten.

Mom (Irene), Ken & Marisa, Christine & Ron, Karisa, Devin & Dillon

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Letters to the Editor

In praise of the vaccination clinic Resident wants to know: Dear Editor, As a couple from the Thanks to those who One cannot help but be over-80 crowd, we are serve aging and often Where is our break at the pumps? impressed with the hard profoundly grateful for more our essential, if not viDear Editor: Price fixing has always been an unfavourable term, but it came to the forefront at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic when the price of scarce goods began to skyrocket. Many people heard of the $35 chickens being sold in Toronto or the huge markup for any bacteria/germ fighting solution or filter face masks.

One resource that I have been carefully watching in Leamington is the everfluctuating price of gasoline.

With the price of oil recently dropping from the mid 80s to the mid 60s a barrel due to the Omicron variant worries, consumers could have expected a hefty price break at the pumps. Double digit price reductions have happened across Ontario.

People living in Toronto are now paying anywhere between 1.24 to 1.28 per litre. Windsor gas stations are selling from 1.28 to 1.30 per litre, while Chatham fuel pricing is in the 1.32 range.

The majority of gas stations in Leamington as I write this today (Dec. 6) are charging 1.39 per litre.

You know the feeling you get when you’re at the grocery store purchasing hotdogs at 10 to a package and then buns at 8 to a package?

That is the same feeling I get when filling my auto at our local pumps.

Where is the double digit savings at the gas pumps for the residents of Leamington?

— Bruce Medcalf Leamington

Leamington’s first climate cafe discusses climate issues LEAMINGTON — Leamington’s first ever climate cafe was held Tuesday, November 30 at the Imperial Diner.

Over coffee and tea, 15 attendees discussed their love of the local environment, how the earth’s ecosystems support them, and the emotional impact of climate change.

Participants discussed their love of Point Pelee, Two Creeks, Seacliff beach and the local bush and wetlands while considering how warming water and atmosphere, as well as more frequent and heavier rainstorms, will

affect these places.

Discussion then turned to climate action.

Participants talked about climate action on the individual, social, professional and political level.

Individual actions like taking fuel efficiency into consideration when buying your next vehicle, flying less and heating less in the winter in order to use less natural gas — a fossil fuel — were discussed.

Social actions suggested were striking up conversations about climate change with family and

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friends.

Professional actions included considering mitigation, adaptation, and climate risk in long term business planning.

Some political actions that were suggested were calling your MP and MPP when environmental legislation is being voted on, protesting, and making sure to vote on election day for a candidate with urgency and ambition to their climate plans.

Organizer Erin Lamotte says they are having another such meeting planned for February 22.

work and dedication of those public health providers who, despite apparent exhaustion, registered us and administered COVID vaccination doses at Leamington’s Town Hall Council Chamber on Wednesday, November 24.

An absolutely essential task undertaken expeditiously and professionally, and with added smiles and compassion as I whimpered! A well-organized process wherein delays were minimal and smiles of assurance were welcome.

those who delivered our “third” dose of vaccine.

Like those working so hard at pop-up vaccination clinics, we also would welcome relief from COVID and its constraints.

But based upon global experience with the Spanish flu – a similar pandemic virus – from 1917 until 1921, it seems so probable that we all will continue to remain inconvenienced by those who for whatever perverse and misinformed reasons have chosen to avoid vaccinations.

tal, health needs. Thanks to those wonderful people delivering the jabs so critical to our survival.

And if you would like to tangibly thank our medical folks, consider a donation this season to our Erie Shores HealthCare hospital and hospice.

It is for you, after all, that our medical professionals work themselves to exhaustion. Thanks, team, from an old guy with a wicked purple cane!

– Lloyd Brown-John, Kingsville

Vaccination clinic needs improvement

Dear Editor: My wife and I attended the Leamington COVID-19 vaccination clinic December 1 to get our booster shot – she is 70 and I am 80. I have had serious back surgery and walking any distance is a serious issue.

The clinic was held in Council Chambers at Leamington Town Hall.

That room is too small to accommodate the number of staff required and the number of people attending. Upon arrival we had to stand outside in freezing temperature for over 20 minutes and the line was longer when

we got inside. There is no protection from the weather or seats to sit on.

The entrance and exit from the clinic was through two doors that were meant to be emergency exits not general entrances. They are not handicap accessible – I had to get my walker up and over the entrance door sill and the same on the exit door. There was no accommodation for wheelchair bound individuals if you had to get out of the chair to get inside.

The staff tried to do their best, but at one point the room was just

overwhelmed and they stopped people from coming into the building for almost 20 minutes so they could have a deserved break and the room could empty out.

That meant an even longer wait for those standing outside in the cold.

Surely Leamington has a facility (like the Sherk Centre) that would have been more suited.

– Jim Hatch, Leamington Editor’s note: By presstime, the municipality had made changes within the building to alleviate people waiting outside.

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July 18, 1931 - December 1, 2021 Georgia Smyth passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at the age of 90.

Reunited with her beloved son Paul (2013). She will be deeply missed by her best friends Linda Sovie and Margaret Martin.

We would like to extend a thank you to the staff at Franklin Gardens Nursing Home for the amazing care they took of Georgia for the past seven years.

In kindness, donations may be made to the WindsorEssex Humane Society.

As per Georgia’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Kings-ville), 519-254-2585.

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

Elizabeth “Betsy” Gradwell

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Betsy” Gradwell on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 87 years of age, at Erie Shores HealthCare.

Beloved wife of Bill Gradwell.

Dear mother of Al Gradwell ( Joyce), Wayne Gradwell (Kathy) and Paul Gradwell (Lisa). Loving GG of Andrea, Tyler (Ashley), Meghan (Greg), Kerra (Mike), Lauryn, Alycia (Kyle), Abbey, Katelyn, Ryan, and great-grandma of Tamaria and Janessa. Dear sister of Wilfred Barnet (Mary Jane), late Bill Barnet (late Bev) and late Helen McDonald (late Arthur).

Betsy was a vibrant and social person. She was involved with Erie Ramblers, Leamington United Church and many Sherk Complex activities. She loved her walking group and the “Coffee Club”. She was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and family meant everything to her. She will be forever remembered and loved by many.

A Memorial Service will be held in the spring, which will be announced at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington United Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Friends may shared memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

By Wayne King Leamington Shoreline Association Special to the Sun LEAMINGTON – I have been collecting data and photos by drone and GPS of the evolution of the Hillman Marsh Sand Spit and breach of Barrier Beach for the past several years.

The Hillman Marsh barrier beach was first breached in 2018 and grew rapidly with each wind event over the following year. In just two and a half years, the breach has widened 100 feet to a devastating 1,578 feet.

The barrier beach at the north end of East Beach Road was completely destroyed in two minor east/southeast wind events over the past several weeks and all the trees are now uprooted, further exposing the Road 1 berm and Hillman Marsh to the ravishes of Lake Erie.

The sand spit first ap-

peared in December 2019 in the recent storms. once the breach reached There is some vegeabout 1,400 feet wide. It tation starting to grow grew rapidly for the first on the north side of the year, but over the past spit, especially near the year, it has remained rel- western end where the atively stable. spit is wider, more stable Today, the spit pro- and not subject to wave trudes into the marsh over-topping.

1,210 feet in a Also notesouthwesterly worthy is “We are only the appeardirection and covers about ance of a one major two acres. On considerable average, it pro- weather event amount of trudes approxfresh peat away from a w a s h e d imately three feet above warecent major disaster.” by ter level and storms onto the water depth — Wayne King the barrier in that area is beach and about five feet. sand spit.

The most noEach east, table changes since my south and northeast wind last report are the wid- event changes the size ening of the breach to and shape of the sand spit 1,578 feet and a 120-foot but hasn’t added much northward movement of to its volume. It has rethe base of the sand spit. mained approximately In addition to the four two acres since Novemor five trees that were ber 2020. downed at the north end An estimated 1,000 of East Beach Road, eight truckloads of sand from to 10 more trees were lost Wheatley Harbour were at the base of the sand spit deposited at the north

end Hillman parking lot recently, and it is gradually making its way south toward Point Pelee National Park.

To date, it has significantly widened the beach in the area north of the sand spit and will likely increase the size of the sand spit over the next month or so.

There doesn’t seem to be much visible change in the sand deposits on the southern side of the breach at the north end of East Beach Road, so far.

I will continue to monitor the area and report any significant changes.

Let us not forget...

We are only one major weather event away from a major disaster that can result in lost lives, livelihoods, homes and possessions. In addition, endangered species are at risk and wildlife habitats are being destroyed. This dangerous, ecological disaster must be stopped before it is too late.

Proof of obituary to run December 08, 2021 Southpoint Sun $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

Irene Wilkinson

Irene Wilkinson, born June 20, 1938, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Erie Shores HealthCare at the age of 83.

Irene leaves her husband Glen of 62 years. Mother to Tammy Peralta (late Jerry), Richard, Joyce Phibbs (David). Grandmother to Sal Peralta (Tamara), Jeff Peralta (Britt), Trina Paholsky (David), Dalton Wilkinson, Devan Wilkinson, Cale Phibbs and Claire Phibbs. Great-grandmother to Jerry Peralta, Harper Peralta, Blayke Peralta and TJ Paholsky. Daughter to the late Clair and Sarah Siddall. Sister to Elsie Smith Proof to run to Betty ( John), late Haroldof (lateobituary Marjorie). Sister-in-law Leslie (late Jim), Bernice Wilkinson (Dennis), Barbara Gibb (David), Royce Wilkinson (Diane) and Debbie December 08, 2021 Sanders ( Jack). Many nieces and nephews. The late Merle Derbyshire was likeSouthpoint a second mom.Sun Ann Grimes (Bob), Bill plus $13Hill hstwere = $113 Derbyshire ($100, Janet) and Nancy her family too. So many dear friends to name them all.

Visiting isAny at Reid Funeral Home Reception Centre, changes please& email 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, sun@southpointsun.ca December 8, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Private Thanks. family funeral service will follow. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and the funeral service are limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask.

Donations may be made to the Lung Association, Canadian Diabetes or the Cancer Society.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Robert Wenzler

Surrounded by loved ones, Robert Wenzler passed away peacefully at home the morning of Saturday, December 4, 2021 Throughout his 65 years of life, Robert touched many lives with his vibrant personality and thirst for life – Proof a mechanicof by obituary trade, a to run man who never hesitated to lend a helping hand.

Robert will beDecember deeply missed by 08, 2021 his wife, love of hisSouthpoint life and partnerSun of 23 years, Lou-Anne Wenzler. Robert plus $13 hstfarming, = $113 loved many$100, things, including snowmobiling and traveling; however, none compare to the love he had Any for hischanges children Stephen, Derrick (Shelby) and please email Lindsay (Trevor), plus his fur grandchildren Mila sun@southpointsun.ca and Beau.

Predeceased by his loving mother and father, Erica and Thanks.

William Wenzler, Wheatley.

Survived by brothers Arnold and Gary Wenzler, Wheatley. Beloved brother-in-law of Pat Brooks (David and Haley), Lighthouse Cove, and Alan Neaves (Collette), Chatham. Robert will be missed by many nieces, nephews and good friends.

Visitation is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Wednesday, December 8 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

A Funeral Service to celebrate Robert’s life will take place Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m., commencing at Reid Funeral Home and concluding at Fairview Cemetery, Wheatley.

Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and the service are limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask.

Donations may be made to the Erie Shores Health Foundation.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.com

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Seniors Advisory Committee holds public forum

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Seniors Advisory Committee held its first public event on Wednesday, December 1 at the Half Century Centre.

About 15 interested seniors attended to hear updates on what the committee is doing to make life better for seniors in Leamington.

Mayor Hilda MacDonald, who sits on the committee, was present and spoke to the visitors about making sure they voice their opinions about things affecting seniors in the municipality.

The event opened with the UMEI Choir singing Christmas carols under the direction of Erin Armstrong.

Committee Chair Martin Girash introduced committee members who were present. Those included Linda Tiessen, Linda Thiessen-Belch, Councillor John Hammond and Christine Lehn. Mayor MacDonald is also on the committee and was in attendance.

Committee members Melissa Bloomfield and Margaret Ingratta were unable to attend.

One question posed for the committee was about

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the lack of accessibility at the marina patio. It was said that the only way to exit the patio to the marina promenade was to go down three or four steps and anyone with a wheelchair or walker would have difficulty getting down there.

Another resident brought up the lack of accessibility at the concerts at Sunset Amphitheatre.

The distance between the parking lots and the venue is too great for seniors with walkers or carrying lawn chairs.

Martin Girash turned that over to the Mayor, who promptly said that she would follow up on that.

“These are the types of things we want to hear about,” she said. “We need to address these things.”

Overall, the meeting was deemed a success and the committee came away with a renewed interest in helping their fellow seniors in the community.

The next public get-together is scheduled for January 5 and will follow on the first Wednesday of each month.

Martin Girash, left, and Linda Tiessen address the attendees at the Seniors Advisory Committee public forum last week.

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Country Christmas at Jack Miner proves popular

By Deanna Bertrand KINGSVILLE — The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary hosted several activities for a Country Christmas themed event for the whole family this past weekend to conclude its 2021 season.

Events ranged from

Christmas crafts, a visit with Santa and tree decorating, to a fun challenging maze on the property.

Amanda Everaert, Executive Director for the Jack Miner Foundation, said the weekend of events kicked off Friday night with over 76 children out to see Santa.

Saturday offered outdoor sports enthusiasts a chance to see between 15-20 unique ATVs and snowmobiles at the Essex County ATV and Snowmobile Club’s show, sponsored by Full Throttle.

Awards were also presented for best decorated

and oldest sled.

The evening sights and sounds included Christmas lights and music, more museum and house tours and the smell of bonfires with a whiff of hot apple cider and hot cocoa to keep warm.

Special guest visits on Sunday included several

local Mascots with Honkers the Goose, Southpoint Sun Sunny, the Lions Club Lion, Libro Bill the Duck and the Kingsville Cavalier.

Due to poor weather, the event had to end earlier than planed Sunday evening at 7 p.m.

The historic house and

museum are now closed for the season and will reopen in April 2022 for National Wild Life Week.

The grounds and trails remain open all year round and the Christmas light show continues until January 1.

Nighttime brought on the lights and bonfire at Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary on the weekend.

Emerence Omstead-Olewski, 3, feeds the waterfowl as her mom and dad, Katie and Matt, look on.

Sitting on a couple of snowmobiles are Cedar Ferguson, 8 and Silas Ferguson, 4, of Wheatley.

Seven-year-old Thea Laramie, middle, and her sister Sophie, 4, met with the big guy himself on Friday evening.

Enjoying time doing crafts were Hediye Sakacali of Windsor and Alyson Ngu of Lakeshore.

Katija Brassard, 4, gets a high five from Sunny, the Southpoint Sun mascot.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Dig deep into matters of the heart this week, Aries. Explore ways to nurture a relationship or push it to the next level. Don’t hold back on love.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 You may rediscover your love for a good book this week, Taurus. Ask others what they’re into and peruse the best-sellers lists for even more inspiration.

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Sales Representative 519-818-4393

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Sales Representative 519-257-0207

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, radical changes to your life are just around the corner. A big move or career change will shake things up for you and anyone in your household.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Someone connected to your job may be doing things you don’t agree with, Libra. It’s a sticky situation that requires patience, finesse and caution.

LOCATION! Merlin is 10 minutes to 401, 20 minutes to Leamington, Wheatley, Tilbury, Chatham, Ridgetown and Blenheim. With ¾ acres zoned M-1 with approximately 80 ft frontage on 2 major streets in Merlin. It has 3840 sq ft with 1600 sq ft of insulated shop or retail and 2240 sq ft of warehouse, 200 amps, gas radiant heat and sewers. Opportunities like this don’t come along very often.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, channel much of your energy this into making solid partnerships this week.

This way you can call on your network whenever you need advice or a helping hand.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, some shake-ups at work could be on the horizon. Right now there’s no telling what will happen, but preparation can ensure you’re ready for whatever comes your way.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, if you have been thinking about changing jobs or taking up a new profession, now is the time to lay that groundwork. A new opportunity could surprise you.

Attention Retirees & First time Buyers! Brand new Ranch home all on one floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large open concept living room and kitchen with dining area. Also features large laundry room with access to high & dry full concrete crawl space, great for plenty of storage. This home is waiting for you.

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you often trust your instincts regarding money, but this week you’ll be even more in tune with your finances. Your income could increase soon.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, research opportunities for a new business opportunity or promotion at your current place of employment. Now is a great time to take the next step in your career.

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CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a midweek burst of energy makes a project you have been working on suddenly seem like a piece of cake. Enjoy the fruits your labors.

Additional Executive Building Lots being offered in Phase 2 of Golfwood Lakes Development. Build your dream home.

CONRAD BABKIRK @ 519-818-4435 KEVIN BABKIRK @ 519-818-4432

5 Acre Property with 2 acres of Plastic Greenhouses previously used for the growing of Marijuana, with a 4 bedroom residence.

1 Acre of low greenhouses and 1 acre of higher greenhouses, plastic on higher greenhouse 5 years old. One 250 hp refurbished Boiler bought in 2019. Black out curtains, grow lights.

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800-802 TALBOT E. LEAMINGTON SE FOR LEA

Be your own Boss! Retail Store with convenient corner location between Leamington and Wheatley, many updates, bright and clean storefront with paved parking lot.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, creative project could take up much of your time this week. You’ll be so caught up that the real world may pass you by for a bit.

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Office space available-high visibility, municipal parking, common areas. Up to 1200 sq ft at $12/sq ft gross lease in a busy real estate office.

Ideal for mortgage broker, insurance or lawyer.

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AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Repairs around the house may be on your mind, Aquarius. Once you tackle these issues, you can focus on more recreational tasks.

Enjoy the well-deserved R&R.

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Renovated from top to bottom, this stunning home features, 2 beds, 2 baths, primary suite, open-concept kitchen, quality fittings & more!

Prime commercial space available for lease! 6,000 sq. ft. of C1 space that can be sub-divided to suit multiple businesses.

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OPEN HOUSE •85 MARLBOROUGH

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2 bedrooms (rear family room could easily convert to 3rd bedroom by reinstalling doors). Large fenced yard, garage and storage shed.

Close to schools and amenities.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES BOOST TOYS 4 TOTS

LEAMINGTON — Local real estate broker Patricia Pedreira of Royal Lepage Binder Real Estate partnered with DJ’s Auto Spa and Detailing to collect a total of 414 toys, plus 96 more at the annual Santa Claus Parade. Patricia says that with three kids of her own, the cause is very near and dear to her heart and she wishes for no child to go without a gift under the Christmas tree. They also presented Toys 4 Tots with $1,000 in cash donations. Pedreira, left, poses under the Royal Lepage office tree with DJ’s Auto Spa owner, Jeff Reneau.

Submitted photo

NEW SECURITY COMPANY IN WHEATLEY

WHEATLEY — Wheatley residents may have recently noticed a more active security service presence around the evacuation zone. Hughes Intelligence, with its head office in Sarnia, is now overseeing security at the four main roadblocks. Site supervisor Jennifer Scott can be seen actively rotating between on-site personnel. Jennifer encourages residents to report any suspicious activity. Their focus is to be actively seen in the community and resolve any issues immediately. She notes residents have been very positive with her and the on-site staff.

SUN photo by Greg Coulter

Two killed in Highway 77 collision

LIONS CLUB SUPPORTS TOYS 4 TOTS

LEAMINGTON – Leamington Lions Club member Dennis Edmondson (left) recently presented a cheque to Lorne Bradt, chairperson of Leamington and Area Toys 4 Tots.

The Lions Club raised the funds through bingos at Chances Gaming Lounge.

Submitted photo

LEAMINGTON — A two-vehicle collision on Friday, December 3 has claimed the life of two local residents.

At approximately 5:38 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Leamington Detachment along with Essex-Windsor EMS and Leamington Fire Department responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Highway 77, north of County Road 14 in the Municipality of Leamington.

The collision occurred between a semitruck and an SUV. Highway 77 was closed for several hours as investigators secured the scene.

The two occupants of the SUV were pronounced deceased at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Inc. is seeking a

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For further details visit our website: https://www.thehospice.ca/about-7/career-opportunities

We are seeking

GREENHOUSE ASSOCIATE

• Compensation is $14.39/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

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

LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season.

Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance.

Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-962-9922 or email resume to cindyh@ mr24-tfn rivardtruss.com.

WED - SAT 9:30 - 4:30 • SUNDAY 10:00 - 4:00 Closed Monday & Tuesday for restocking.

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation.

Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable.

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CASH FOR GOLD SILVER JEWELLERY, + all coins.

Free estimates.

Private appointments available.

All gold + silver jewellery, even some costume. Any gold (even teeth) old coins Canada, USA, World War medals, windup watches, Mint sets, pocket watches. old guitars. Thurs. Dec. 9 at Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Dr. Kingsville.

Sat., Dec. 11 at the Portuguese Club, 398 Sinasac St. Harrow. Tues.

Dec. 14 & Wed. Dec. 15 at the Essex Free Press, 87 Station St. Essex. Dan Jones B.A.Ed. 53 years experience.

House calls available, 519818-1805.

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GROOMING BY DANIELLE - CPPS Certified Groomer in Leamington. 12 years experience. For all your pet grooming needs, please call 226-526-7971 or message me on Facebook COVID-19 Certified & Compliant.

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ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698.

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GEORGE DELRUE JAY A. JOHNSON LOUIS ELTERS Taylor, Delrue Barristers & Solicitors

BARRISTER• SOLICITOR NOTARY PUBLIC

26 Erie Street South Wheatley

Hours: 8:30 am - 5 pm Evenings by appointment

519-825-7032

email: joyce.eaton@gmail.com

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Wheatley investigation making slow progress WHEATLEY — The most recent updates out of Wheatley indicate some slow progress and new realizations are taking place in the evacuation area.

As families and businesses are finding their way back into their buildings for a one-hour assessment and valuables expedition, experts are still attending to the blast site, with demolition and removal of hydro lines set to begin this week.

It is expected by the end of this week that the MJ’s Pizza building, Wheatley Hotel and what remains of The Pogue will be razed and excavated.

Chatham-Kent issued their latest media update on Friday, December 3.

Three Areas of Poten-

tial Environmental Concern (APEC) have been identified. APEC 1 is the area near The Pogue and Wheatley Hotel. APEC 2 is the reported location of the abandoned Tait Well (Well 000981), which was located using ground penetrating radar and electromagnetic geophysical surveying. APEC 3 is a vent on the northwest corner of the municipal parking lot near Elm Street.

Analysis of the gas samples taken from APEC 1 and APEC 2 indicates the gas source closely matches gas from a producing natural gas well in the region.

To date, H2S (hydrogen sulphide) has been detected near APEC 1 during gas leak events and was

accompanied by flowing water. It was also detected in extremely low concentrations near APEC 2 immediately following the latest gas leak event on November 21.

The source of H2S may be related to an unidentified gas source (thermogenic) from depth. It is also possible that the H2S is biogenic in nature and is generated from stagnant water close to surface mixing with gas that is migrating along a subsurface pathway.

The goal for the next phase of the investigation is to confirm if a lateral pathway exists between APEC 1 and 2 and to confirm whether there are any other sources of gas.

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BANNER PRESENTED TO FIREFIGHTERS

WHEATLEY — Members of the Wheatley Fish Fest committee visited the local fire hall on December 1 for a presentation of the banner that has been circulated in the community and has gathered over 2,500 signatures. The banner thanks the Wheatley volunteer fire brigade for their tireless effort protecting the town during the downtown sulphide gas emergencies.

A donation of $500 was also gathered for the Wheatley Disaster Relief Fund. Spokesperson Hilary Hyatt congratulated and thanked the members on hand for their service. The committee is also working hard behind the scenes to again bring back the Fish Fest next summer.

Committee members, from left, are Hillary Hyatt, Heidi Omstead, Jodi Mummery and Jocelyn Jones. In front is Jr. Fire Chief Jerrett.

SUN photo by Greg Coulter

Jingle Bell Run this weekend REGIONAL — The 27th Annual Jingle Bell Run, Walk and Wheel goes this weekend and is hosted by Ken Knapp Ford in support of Community Living Essex County.

The Virtual Jingle Bell Run, Walk and Wheel offers a 2K walk/run, a 5K walk/ run, and a 10K run.

Participate anywhere and anytime between December 10-12, 2021.

Bring your family or social circle together, get festive, get active and get your jingle on.

Run, walk, or wheel in your neigh-

bourhood, at your favorite park or trail, or on your treadmill.

You can virtually join this wonderful event and get rewarded with a Race Kit that includes a blanket, water bottle, vehicle ice scraper and more.

No worries about parking. No long porta potty lines. There is no start gun or nervous, pre-race chitchat with other runners. There’s not even an official starting line.

Registration is open until December 9 at www.communitylivingessex.org.

Kingsville bustling with holiday activities KINGSVILLE – Residents and visitors to Kingsville can look forward to some fun Christmas activities on Satur-

PLAYING DEC 10 - 16

HOUSE OF GUCCI (14A) Fri 3:40 6:50 Sat & Sun 12:40 3:40 6:50 Tues & Thurs 6:50

ENCANTO (G)

Fri 4:00 7:00 Sat & Sun 1:00 4:00 7:00 Tues & Thurs 7:00

GHOSTBUSTERS (PG) Fri 3:50 7:15 Sat & Sun 12:50 3:50 7:15 Tues 7:15

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME Thursday December 16th at 6:45

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day, December 11.

Unfortunately, due to the new Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s recent letter of instruction limiting indoor gatherings, the crafts and photos with Santa at Lakeside Pavilion has been postponed.

Toys for Tots – Fill A Fire Truck is happening from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Kids can also visit with Santa from 10 a.m.-12 noon. Drop off your unwrapped donated toys in their original package. Please don’t include stuffed animals due to COVID and allergies.

Donations are being given to Leamington and area Toys for Tots to provide toys to the less fortunate children in the area at Christmas.

Help decorate the Christmas tree between 2-4 p.m. at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre on Division St., but

make sure you are social distancing. You can also leave your decorations at the Carnegie Centre and they will be placed on the tree on your behalf. Kingsville Fire and Rescue will be there with their trusty ladder to help reach the top half of the wildlife tree. Bring animal friendly ornaments if possible.

Hop on the Kingsville Express Train from 5-8 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until January 4. Circle around the upper bowl of Lakeside Park to see the magnificent Fantasy of Lights display while sipping hot chocolate. Pay the conductor $2 per person or $5 per family of four.

Children under age 2 ride free.

On December 11, train rides are free, courtesy of Migration Hall.

LIONS CLUBS HELP WHEATLEY

WHEATLEY — The Village Resource Centre and the Wheatley Area Food Bank were recipients of a generous donation by the five local Lions Clubs on Saturday, December 4. The clubs represent the Leamington, Wheatley, Kingsville, Tilbury and Chatham branches. In addition, young Ethan Maes, above, collected money by raking leaves and earned enough to purchase items for three Christmas gift baskets for three Wheatley children. Here, Ethan displays the gift baskets with his grandparents Fred and Debbie Cross (Kingsville Lions Club), and Susan Fulmer (kneeling) of the Village Resource Centre looking on. Submitted photo

Legions, community groups okayed for small-scale gambling PROVINCIAL — The Ontario government is establishing new charitable gaming options that will make it easier for people to honour heroes and support their communities at Royal Canadian Legion branches and other local service clubs across the province.

The province is offering a new, free social gaming licence that will allow legions and other local community groups to host small stakes games like bridge, euchre and bingo.

Legions and charities will also benefit from new opportunities to fundraise through progressive jackpot (loonie and toonie) raffle lotteries.

“Legions are there for veterans and our communities when we need them, and it is important we do all we can to help them thrive,” said Donna Skelly, Parliamentary Assistant to Attorney General Downey and Member of Provincial Parliament for Flamborough-Glanbrook.

“These new features will give people

more ways to support vibrant communities while honouring heroes and enjoying the company of family and friends.”

Legions and other community groups can apply for the social gaming licence through the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario’s online portal as of December 1.

“Ontarians have always stepped up to honour heroes at their local Royal Canadian Legion branches – not only on Remembrance Day, but all year long,” said Attorney General Doug Downey. “By making these common-sense changes to allow service organizations like Legions to host small stakes games and hold more raffles, we are providing more options for people to support veterans and their communities.”

Progressive jackpot raffles will be licensed by local municipalities or First Nations with an Order in Council and will become available in the coming weeks.

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Dusting off the memories

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

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat.

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

Salem School (Road 3) Christmas Concert, around 1952-53. If you would like to help us identify someat of these children, or s know anything about this please contact the A Look Leamington’ Past courtesy ofperformance, C. Scott Holland kingsvillearchives@gmail.com or 226-348-6377.

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy.

At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.

December 1979 - Jeremy Hall, 4 , son of Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Hall of King St., Leamington shovels the driveway with enthusiasm after the season’s first snowfall early in the month.

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From the Leamington Post December 6, 1978 Members of the Leamington Gymnastics Club showed off their new uniforms as they prepare for the new competition season at the club on Sunday.

The team will compete in Cambridge this weekend. That team includes Lori Bradt, Michelle Montour, Cathy McKinnon, Dawn Anne Davey, Sonja Derikx and Paula Parish.

—— Four open houses have been scheduled within the next week to seek public comment on Point Pelee National Park’s Master Plan. The first meeting will be held Friday at the Leamington-Mersea Municipal Building, with the second one taking place at the Interpretive Centre at the park on Saturday. A third open house will be held at the Elmwood Casino in Windsor next Tuesday, followed by a fourth open house in Toronto on Wednesday.

—— After 31 years with the Public Utilities Commission, Lawrence Graham has retired. After returning from World War 1, Graham worked out of New York City as a wireless operator on a ship. He’s seen numerous changes over the years and was elected to the Leamington hydro and gas commission in 1939, where he served until 1949. With more free time, Graham and his wife Leola plan to travel.

—— Heinz Kosempel and John Sebele recently won the Windsor and Essex County Bowling Association Handicap Trophy. This is the first time that Leamington bowlers have won the trophy since 1963, when Bud Chambers and George Bruner captured it.

—— The Leamington Rotary Club had a guest speaker at their recent meeting in the person of Lloyd Brown-John, Professor of Political Science at the University of Windsor. Professor Brown-John was welcomed by Lions Howard Brackell and Ralph Cowan.

From the Kingsville Reporter December 6, 1978 Without throwing a single punch, the most important fight of the night was won by the Kingsville Boxing Club. Peter Fransicty was given a bye due to no other boxers in the intermediate division being present at the Ontario Winter Games held at the Elmwood Casino in Windsor. Kingsville’s middleweight Al York lost a tough split decision to Floyd Porter of Chatham. Light heavyweight Ray Taylor narrowly defeated Terry Browning of Windsor. Heavyweight Joe Hanna lost a close fight to John Atteo of Sarnia. Coaches were Kim Holt and Doug Patterson.

—— A Precisions Plastics plant will not be located in Kingsville, after the company opted to build in Amherstburg. Originally, Kingsville company Precision Spring was planning on building their plastics plant on their existing property. The existing building is not large enough to accommodate the growing needs of the company.

—— The Kingsville Lions Club has taken on a new fundraiser this year. Wood donated by Peter Pucovsky of Gosfield South will be sold as firewood once it is cut and piled into cords by club members. It will be stored and sold from Lions Park and delivered by Harry Bergman.

—— Lloyd’s Mini-Mart opened its doors on the weekend at 34 Main Street with Grand Opening Specials such as Fritos for 55 cents a bag and Hostess Potato Chips for 69 cents a bag. Silverwood’s Deluxe Ice Cream was also offered at 99 cents a litre. The store is under the ownership of Dean Ciacelli.

From the Wheatley Journal December 7, 1978 The Wheatley Snow Drifters Club held a snowmobile operators course recently and Grant Bowman was the instructor. He met with course participants Ellen Klauke, Patricia Pews and Clinton Dibbley.

—— The Friendship Club’s Christmas Bazaar was held last weekend with Jean Hodgson putting out ceramic displays, which were among some of the homemade articles for sale. The lucky winner of the draw was Pearl McCormick.

—— Lorne Jackson of Detroit Avenue in Romney Township was recently elected president of the Southwestern Ontario branch of the War Amps of Canada.

Presently the War Amps has 26 amputee children across the country under their wing. The club also recently supplied an artificial limb for a 70-year-old man at a cost of $1,550.

—— The Wheatley Juvenile hockey team split their games this past weekend with a 9-6 win over Harrow and a 6-1 loss to Amherstburg at Wheatley Arena on Sunday. In the win over Harrow, Tom Drummond led the way with five goals, while Ron Robinson scored a hattrick and Karl Bekaan had a single marker. Dennis Pinch ‘s stellar goaltending held the Wheatley boys in it as they were down 5-3 in the second period before turning on the jets. Drummond scored the only goal against Amherstburg.

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Flyers drop games to Nats, Maroons

By C. Scott Holland It is always a challenge for both London and Leamington to win games when they play each other and that rivalry was evident last Thursday here.

Sitting four points behind London going into the contest, the Flyers were looking for a victory and gain a bit of ground. Instead, they suffered a heartbreaking loss as the Nationals edged them 3-2 in front of 320 fans.

In Chatham on Saturday afternoon, the Flyers and Maroons were knotted 2-2 by the game’s midway point but three unanswered late second-period goals allowed Chatham to go head 5-2. A third period rally

by Leamington fell short as Chatham held on for a 5-4 win.

On Thursday, goalies Ryan Polidori (Leamington) and Aiden Berry (London) showed their skills. Polidori halted 27 shots while Berry stopped 32.

The Flyers and Nationals played evenly in the opening frame. The Nationals drew first blood when Ryan Nichols’ powerplay shot from the edge of the net got past Polidori.

A mere 15 seconds elapsed before the Flyers roared back to knot the contest.

Noah Prudhomme and Blake McNally hooked up with Andrew Utero who unleashed a high screen shot.

Gavin Grundner then netted the handiwork of Connor and Ryan MacPherson. That tally vaulted the Flyers into a slim 2-1 lead.

London knotted the game late in the period when Logan Pace-Roth picked a rebound and beat Polidori.

One of the keys to London winning the game occurred in the opening minute of the second.

The Nationals won the faceoff and penetrated the Flyers’ zone. League scoring leader Zach Power connected with Jeff Burridge to tab what would be the game-winning goal. That’s all they would need.

“I thought we played a good game,” said head coach Dale Mitchell. “We had many chances to even up the game late, but London is a good hockey team and if you give them chances they will make you pay.”

A second straight loss by the club has dropped them to fourth place in the standings as they battled hard against Chatham in the Maple City on Saturday afternoon.

Despite a late rally, they couldn’t net the equalizer during the game’s last 10 minutes.

Scoring for Leamington were Darby Lemieux, Connor MacPherson, Connor McCracken and Andrew Utero. Boe Piroski made 36 Flyers saves, while Luka Dobrich stopped 32 for the Maroons.

The loss dropped the Flyers’ record to 14-7 for 28 points — just a single point ahead of Chatham.

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Ravens U12 end tournament with 2-1-1 record The Essex-Southpoint Ravens U12 hockey team participated in the Belle River tournament this past weekend. The Ravens bumped up a division to AA for this tourney so they knew that it would be a good challenge to compete with some stronger competition.

On Friday morning, the Ravens’ first test was the Burlington Eagles and they skated away with a 4-1 win. Nash Feurth paced his squad scoring two goals, while Austin Goudie and Derek Dunn each added singles. Trent Chevalier earned the win in net.

On Friday night, the Ravens faced off against the Guelph Gryphons.

After surviving an early onslaught from the

Gryphons, Lucas O’Neil opened the scoring midway through the opening frame. Guelph scored with 11 seconds left in the period to tie, and again with 21 seconds left in the second to take the lead. Ravens were able to skate stride-for-stride with the Gryphons and even notched the tying goal with three minutes to go in the game, which after some consultation amongst the referees, was inexplicably waved off resulting in a 2-1 loss. Chevalier was outstanding in net to keep his team in the game until the final buzzer.

On Saturday, the Ravens played the Milton Winterhawks. Dunn weaved into the offensive zone and fed Ben Liebrock four minutes

in to take the lead. Milton tied the game in the second, but Feurth was able to dig the puck out of the corner and rifle his shot over the goalie’s shoulder to take the lead. Again, the Ravens scored a goal to increase the lead, but this was waved off resulting in losing valuable points.

The Winterhawks scored with three to go, resulting in a 2-2 tie.

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Sharks split pair of games last week

By Greg Coulter WHEATLEY — When at the top of their game, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks prove to be more than a worthy adversary.

Some nights, not so much.

Thursday evening in Petrolia, the Sharks played a flawless match en route to 5-0 whitewash of the Flyers.

Special teams led the way with two powerplay goals and one short-handed marker. Ethan Handley turned aside 23 shots behind a stingy defence that allowed only three shots in the third period.

The Sharks fired 44 at the opposition net.

Braedon Caetano scored twice and added an assist to lead the way.

Dallas Anderson, Denzel Aguilar and Braydon Davis added singles in the winning cause.

The previous night at home, the wheels of fortune fell completely overboard in a 7-2 drubbing by Blenheim.

After a 2-2 first period draw, the opposition ran away with a five-goal second period outburst, including four in a five-minute span.

Dallas and Ashton Anderson kept it close in the first, but the offence stumbled after that.

“The boys had a nice bounce back after a poor performance on Wednesday,” said head coach Josh Carnevale. “Special teams were good again and we had great shutout by Ethan Handley in a strong defensive effort.”

The Sharks host Petrolia tonight (December 8).

Reid upsets Gualtieri in overtime

By C. Scott Holland It was a night of interesting action as Gillett Roofing whipped Leamington Chrysler 9-1 and Reid Funeral Home rallied from a deficit to win in overtime in Leaimngton Senior Men’s hockey play.

Gillett 9 Chrysler 1 Gillett Roofing hammered the Leamington

Chrysler team to decide this one early.

Chrysler’s lone tally was fired by Jordan Stubbert.

Mitch Prudence paced the Gillett assault with a hattrick while Brian Whaley and Calan Kir ripped pairs.

Eric Prudence and Spencer Neufeld chipped in with one goal apiece.

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Reid 8 Gualtieri 7 (OT) It was a rather strange contest as Gualtieri built a solid 5-1 lead before the Reid squad surged back and closed the gap and tied it 6-6.

In the final minutes, both teams tabbed goals to keep things even and go to the five minute 3-on3 overtime period, where Reid Funeral Home won it.

The Gualtieri Farms output was evenly distributed as Pat Sonoski netted three, while Dylan Impens and Johnny Unger each cranked out two.

Reid’s rally was aided by pairs from Jordan Hooker and Cale Phibbs.

Cody Cabral, Greg Mastronardi and Kyle Quick each drilled one in regulation and Quick made a nifty move in the OT to cash in the game-winner.

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U10 Caps dominate in tournament BELLE RIVER — Southpoint U10 played in a tournament in Belle River on the weekend. The team was up before the sun on Friday morning, Dec. 3. They faced the St. Thomas Stars at 8 a.m. in the opening game and came away with an 11- 0 win.

Later that night the Capitals facedoff against London Jr. Mustangs for a 7-1 win. The Caps proved to be an early rising force of nature as they jumped on top of another 11-0 win against New Market Renegades at the 7:15 a.m. game Saturday.

The wacky schedule continued and Southpoint was back on the ice 12 hours later to finish round robin play at 7:15 p.m. against the Burlington Eagles, taking that game 11-2.

Even the semi-final game couldn’t save this team from a predawn warmup! At 7:30 a.m. Sunday the puck dropped against St. Thomas once again.

This time the Stars would prove more

challenging, but they would eventually succumb to the Caps might in a 4-0 win.

Southpoint advanced to the championship game and was finally rewarded with a mid-day time slot in a rematch again London. Although Southpoint looked a little slow in the first period, they soon came to life, picking up the pace and scoring eight goals to take home the championship win.

Southpoint amassed a staggering 52 goals for with a mere five goals against for the weekend. When addressing his team after the big win, head coach Jay Root cited grit, relentless pursuit of the puck and unselfish team play as key factors in the success.

Parents and fans continue to be amazed with this team that digs in like a dog who lost his favourite bone. If you love hockey, stop by and catch a game with these steamrolling 9-year-olds.

They are putting on a display in teamwork.

Southpoint U10 emerged champions at a weekend tournament in Belle River as they amassed 52 goals for, with only five goals against.

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U13 LL Blue 2-2 record in tournament play

LASALLE — The Southpoint U13LL Blue team had a busy weekend.

They played in the LaSalle tournament recently and finished with a two win, two loss record. The four games gave the players insight into the pros and cons of their game and exposed weaknesses when playing stronger teams.

They realized that improvements must be made

in working as a team.

They relied on individual play and many attempts to rush down the ice with the puck were thwarted.

In game one, Southpoint played LaSalle Gold and won 5-3. Goal scorers were Jackson Weil, Jack Williams, Brent Pimental and Cristiano Antunes (two). Assists on the night went to Sean Amaral, Gavin Butineillo and

Tatomir ranked in draft

LEAMINGTON — Local hockey product Ethan Tatomir has been ranked by Elite Prospects as the #20 Canadian defenceman for the 2025 NHL Draft.

The 14-year-old Tatomir plays defence for the A21 Academy hockey program on their U18 team, where he has five points in 17 games.

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Game two, Southpoint came up against a Strong Erindale team and lost 100.

Game 3 didn’t go much better. The local Blue team played LaSalle Black and lost 6-1. The lone goal came when Andrew DeGoey put in the rebound off a Gavin Butineillo shot.

Southpoint turned things around in the fourth game against LaSalle Green. Southpoint’s goal scorers were Landon, Sean, Gavin and Brent.

Assists in the game came from Gavin and Landon.

The game was won by Southpoint 4-1.

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Southpoint Blue U13LL played Essex Yellow.

The Southpoint players were given two areas to improve on: pass more (which they did to a certain extent) and plug up the neutral zone which they did do. The scoring in the game was all Southpoint.

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opened up the scoring on a scramble in front of the net. Assisting on the play was Landon Carlini. Still in the first, Brent Pimental rushed end-to-end and fired the puck into the Essex net.

Landon Carlini scored the lone goal in the second period when he skated in from centre and slipped

the puck through the fivehole.

In the third period, Landon sent the puck back to Brent at the point.

Brent wired a slapshot in.

The final goal came from another end-to-end by Brent, giving him a hattrick. The final score was 5-0.

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DIY Holiday Decor Decorating is one of the joys of the holiday season. Families often decorate together, and such traditions may include dressing the Christmas tree and hanging holiday lights around the house.

A day spent making homemade ornaments is another great way to decorate and spend quality time together as a family during the holiday season. Though families can let their imaginations run wild when making ornaments at home, the following are some great starting points that can serve as springboards for holiday crafting sessions. · Snowmen: The holiday season simply wouldn’t be the same without snowmen. Homemade snowmen can be made out of ping pong balls, which are the ideal size when making ornaments for the Christmas tree. Those who want to go a little bigger can glue wiffle balls or large polystyrene balls together or create their own papier mâché snowmen to display on mantles or on console tables in a foyer or hallway. · Santa Claus: Another staple of holiday decor, Santa Claus has inspired many a DIY holiday ornament over the years. A paper plate Santa Claus with a cotton ball beard glued on can make for a fun Christmas craft, especially for young children who can’t wait for the big guy to appear on Christmas Eve. · Reindeer: Santa would not be able to get the job done each Christmas Eve without his trustworthy team of reindeer. Popsicle stick reindeer projects can be fun for kids of all ages and a great way for youngsters to recognize the efforts of Dasher, Dancer, Comet, Cupid, and, of course, Rudolph, among others. · Penguins: Though they might not have a direct link to the holiday season, penguins evoke feelings of cold weather, making them an ideal addition to holiday decor schemes. Make your own penguin family using polystyrene craft balls in assorted sizes and then hang them on the tree or place them around the house. · Cookie cutters: Family baking sessions are a holiday tradition for millions of people. Though that often leads to batches upon batches of tasty cookies, it also means families tend to have a surplus of holiday cookie cutters around the house.

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4. Serve with tortilla chips or assorted crackers.

INGREDIENTS

• 36 medium whole fresh mushrooms • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided • ¼ cup chopped green onions • ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper • 1 ½ cups soft bread crumbs • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning • ¼ teaspoon salt •¼ teaspoon pepper • Grated parmesan cheese to top DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 350 F 2. Remove mushroom stems from caps.

Finely chop stems to measure 1/3 cup. Set mushroom caps aside.

3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped mushrooms stems, onions and bell pepper in butter until onions are softened. Remove from heat.

4. Stir in bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Fill mushroom caps with mixture.

5. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 13 x 9 pan in oven. Place mushrooms filled sides up, in pan. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and bake for 15 minutes.

6. After mushrooms have baked, set oven to broil. Broil until tops are light brown.

7. Serve immediately.

Mackenzie’s Santa Hat Brownies INGREDIENTS

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2. Ice the tops of the two-bite brownies with vanilla icing 3. Place strawberries upside down on iced brownies 4. Decorate top of strawberry with vanilla icing to make small round “pompom ball” for your “Santa hat”

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Rylee’s Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 onion, diced • 3 tablespoons red curry paste • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth • 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk • 1/2 (8-ounce) package rice noodles • 1 tablespoon fish sauce • 2 teaspoons brown sugar • 3 green onions, thinly sliced • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

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DIRECTIONS

1. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.

Add chicken to the stockpot and cook until golden, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.

2. Add garlic, bell pepper and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Stir in red curry paste and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Stir in chicken broth and coconut milk, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

5. Stir in chicken. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced, about 10 minutes.

6. Stir in rice noodles, fish sauce and brown sugar until noodles are tender, about 5 minutes.

7. Remove from heat; stir in green onions, cilantro, basil and lime juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Mark’s Creamy Feta Dip INGREDIENTS

• 250g Feta cheese, crumbled • 1 cup of mayonnaise • 1 cup sour cream • 1 clove of garlic, chopped • 1 tsp of Greek seasoning • Sprig of fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried dillweed) • Splash of olive oil.

• Kalamata Olive or two for garnish DIRECTIONS

1. Put all ingredients, except dill and garlic, into a blender, food processor or Magic Bullet. Blend until smooth. Reserve a small bit of Feta for garnish.

2. Toss in garlic and blend very briefly one last time.

3. Add dill and spoon into serving dish.

4. Garnish with a splash of olive oil and a Kalamta olive and sprinkle some more feta on top.

5. Serve with toasted pita chips, tortillas or even a baguette for a great holiday treat.

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s a m t s i r s h l o C r a C Deck the Halls

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la la!

‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la la la la!

Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la la la la la la!

Troll the ancient Yuletide carol Fa la la la la la la la!

See the blazing yule before us, Fa la la la la la la la!

Strike the harp and join the chorus, Fa la la la la la la la!

Follow me in merry measure, Fa la la la la la la la!

While I tell of Yuletide treasure, Fa la la la la la la la!

Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la la la la!

Hail the new, ye lads and lasses, Fa la la la la la la la!

Sing we joyous all together!

Fa la la la la la la la!

Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la la la la!

Hark! the Harold Angels Sing Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled Joyful, all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With th’ angelic host proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem.”

Hark! the herald angels sing,

“Glory to the newborn King!”

Christ, by highest heav’n adored: Christ, the everlasting Lord; Late in time behold him come, Offspring of the favored one.

Veil’d in flesh, the Godhead see; Hail, th’incarnate Deity: Pleased, as man, with men to dwell, Jesus, our Emmanuel!

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Hail! the heav’n born Prince of peace!

Hail! the Son of Righteousness!

Light and life to all he brings, Risen with healing in his wings Mild he lays his glory by, Born that man no more may die: Born to raise the sons of earth, Born to give them second birth.

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

In a one-horse open sleigh

It Came Upon the Midnight Clear It came upon the midnight clear, That glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth To touch their harps of gold!

Peace on the earth, good will to men, From heaven’s all gracious King!

The world in solemn stillness lay To hear the angels sing.

Still through the cloven skies they come With peaceful wings unfurled And still their heavenly music floats O’er all the weary world; Above its sad and lowly plains

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They bend on hovering wing.

And ever o’er its Babel sounds The blessed angels sing.

Yet with te woes of sin and strife The world hath suffered long; Beneath the angel-strain have rolled Two thousand years of wrong; And man, at war with man, hears not The love song which they bring: O hush the noise, ye men of strife, And hear the angels sing.

For lo! the days are hastening on, By prophet bards foretold, When, with the ever-circling years, Shall come the Age of Gold; When peace shall over all the earth Its ancient splendors fling, And all the world give back the song Which now the angels sing.

A day or two ago, I thought I’d take a ride, And soon Miss Fanny Bright Was seated by my side; The horse was lean and lank Misfortune seemed his lot We got into a drifted bank, And then we got upsot.

Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh

Joy to the World

Joy to The world! the Lord is come Let earth receive her King Jingle Bells Let ev’ry heart prepare him room And heaven and nature sing Dashing through the snow And heaven and nature sing On a one horse open sleigh And heaven and nature sing O’er the fields we go, laughing all Joy to the world! the Savior reigns the way Let men their songs employ Bells on bob tail ring, making spirits While fields and floods, rocks, hills bright and plains What fun it is to laugh and sing Repeat the sounding joy A sleighing song tonight Repeat the sounding joy Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all Repeat the sounding joy the way He rules the world with truth and Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse grace open sleigh And makes the nations prove Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all The glories of His righteousness the way And wonders of His love Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse And wonders of His love And wonder wonders of His love open sleigh

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We Wish You A Merry Christmas We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas And a Happy New Year.

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin; Good tidings for Christmas And a Happy New Year.

Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding And a cup of good cheer We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some, So bring some out here We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas And a Happy New Year.

We Wish You a Merry Christmas We wish you a Merry Christmas And a Happy New Year!

Away in a manger Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.

The stars in the sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus asleep in the hay.

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.

I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.

Bless all the dear children in thy tender care, And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.

O Little Town of Bethlehem O little town of Bethlehem How still we see thee lie Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by Yet in thy dark streets shineth The everlasting Light The hopes and fears of all the years Are met in thee tonight For Christ is born of Mary And gathered all above While mortals sleep, the angels keep Their watch of wondering love O morning stars together

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Proclaim the holy birth And praises sing to God the King And Peace to men on earth How silently, how silently The wondrous gift is given!

So God imparts to human hearts The blessings of His heaven.

No ear may hear His coming, But in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive him still, The dear Christ enters in.

O holy Child of Bethlehem Descend to us, we pray Cast out our sin and enter in Be born to us today We hear the Christmas angels The great glad tidings tell O come to us, abide with us Our Lord Emmanuel

Silent Night Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright Round yon Virgin Mother and Child Holy Infant so tender and mild Sleep in heavenly peace Sleep in heavenly peace Silent night, holy night!

Shepherds quake at the sight Glories stream from heaven afar Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!

Christ, the Saviour is born Christ, the Saviour is born Silent night, holy night Son of God, love’s pure light Radiant beams from Thy holy face With the dawn of redeeming grace Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth

The First Noel The First Noel, the Angels did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay In fields where they lay keeping their sheep On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

They looked up and saw a star Shining in the East beyond them far And to the earth it gave great light And so it continued both day and night.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

And by the light of that same star Three Wise men came from country far To seek for a King was their intent And to follow the star wherever it went.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

This star drew nigh to the northwest O’er Bethlehem it took its rest And there it did both Pause and stay Right o’er the place where Jesus lay.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

Then entered in those Wise men three Full reverently upon their knee And offered there in His presence Their gold and myrrh and frankincense.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

Then let us all with one accord Sing praises to our heavenly Lord That hath made Heaven and earth of nought And with his blood mankind has bought.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel Born is the King of Israel!

Up on the Housetop Up on the housetop reindeer pause, Out jumps Good Old Santa Claus Down through the chimney with lots of toys For all the little good girls and boys Ho, ho ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Ho, ho ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click Down through the chimney with good Saint Nick First comes the stocking of little Nell Oh, dear Santa fill it well Give her a dolly that laughs and cries One that will open and shut it’s eyes Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Oh, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click Down through the chimney with good Saint Nick

What Child Is This What Child is this, who laid to rest On Mary’s lap is sleeping?

Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping?

So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh, Come peasant, King to own Him The King of Kings salvation brings, Let loving hearts enthrone Him. This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing Haste, haste, to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.

Oh, raise, raise a song on high, His mother sings her lullaby.

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Joy, oh joy for Christ is born, The Babe, the Son of Mary.

This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing Haste, haste, to bring Him laud, The Babe, The Son Of Mary.

What Child is this Who laid To rest On Mary’s lap He is sleeping This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing Haste, haste, to bring Him laud, The Babe, The Son, Of Mary The Babe, the Son of Mary, The Son of Mary

O Come All Ye Faithful O come, all ye faithful, Joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem.

Come and behold Him, Born the King of Angels!

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Sing, alleluia, All ye choirs of angels; O sing, all ye blissful ones of heav’n above.

Glory to God in the highest glory!

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Yea, Lord, we greet Thee, Born this happy morning; Jesus, to Thee be the glory giv’n; Word of the Father, Now in the flesh appearing, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

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Holiday Recipes from the Southpoint Sun Staff

Keira’s Chewy Lemon Snowdrop Cookies INGREDIENTS

Hosting This Holiday Season

To the relief of many, the upcoming holiday season figures to feel more normal than it did a year ago. The COVID-19 pandemic saw many families celebrating the 2020 holiday season alone, but the successful rollout of vaccines has put such celebrations back in play in 2021. However, hosting this coming holiday season could still be a bit tricky due to the spread of variants of the virus, eligible yet unvaccinated adults and children, and immunocompromised family members.

The following are some strategies hosts can employ to make this holiday season both special and safe.

Host small celebrations instead of one large one. Families accustomed to gathering en masse during the holiday season may benefit by hosting smaller gatherings instead of one big one. This can be especially important if families include a lot of unvaccinated people, like small children.

Ask guests to wear a mask if anyone is concerned. If anyone on the guest list expresses concerns about the virus, hosts can ask everyone else to wear masks while celebrating indoors. Anyone unwilling to comply can celebrate outside or stay home and visit after concerned relatives have gone home.

Stick to the great outdoors. If the weather is mild enough, families may prefer to gather outdoors to reduce the likelihood of spreading the virus. Public health agencies have noted the virus is considerably less likely to spread outdoors, as researchers have learned fresh air disperses and dilutes the virus. So celebrating outdoors this holiday season can provide a measure of protection for family members who are uncomfortable celebrating indoors.

Jim’s Cranberry Meatballs

INGREDIENTS

• 1 package of PC Appetizer Flatbreads (comes in a pack of 2) • 1 package of smoked salmon • 1 jar of capers • Cream cheese (we like to use jalapeño flavoured!)

• Dill seasoning

• 2 pounds ground beef • 1 cup bread crumbs • 2 eggs, beaten • 2 tablespoons soy sauce • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper • ½ teaspoon garlic powder • ⅓ cup ketchup • 1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce • 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce • 2 tablespoons brown sugar • 1 tablespoon lemon juice • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

DIRECTIONS

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. (175 degrees C).

2. Mix together the hamburger, bread crumbs, eggs, soy sauce, pepper, garlic powder and ketchup. Form into small balls and bake for 30 minutes.

3. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, brown sugar and lemon juice. Simmer and stir until smooth. Add meat balls and simmer for 1 hour. Serve warm.

BIGGER Stocking

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 F 2. Cream butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, honey & vanilla until well mixed, scraping sides of bowl (do not worry if mixture appears curdled at this point).

3. Add in flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.

4. Chill dough at least 30 minutes.

5. Form dough into small balls and place 2” apart on a cool baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Bake 5-7 minutes-be careful to not over bake!

7. Let cool on baking sheet for at least 2 minutes.

8. When cookie is completely cooled, toss in powdered sugar to coat.

Mallory’s Smoked Salmon Flatbread

INGREDIENTS

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• 1/2 cup butter, softened (not melted) • Zest & Juice of 1 lemon • 1/2 cup sugar • 1/4 cup honey • 1 tsp vanilla • 1 3/4 cups flour •1 tsp baking soda • 1/4 tsp salt •1/2 cup powdered sugar

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1.Bake the flatbreads in the oven at 350 degrees F until they start to brown a little bit on top.

2. Let the flatbreads cool to a point that you can spread cream cheese without it melting. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese on your flatbreads.

3. Add a layer of smoked salmon slices (you can spread them out, just as long as each piece of flatbread has some salmon on it once you cut into pieces).

4. Use a fork to scoop some capers out of the jar as to not include the juices, and sprinkle them onto your flatbreads (you can use as much or as little as you like).

5. Garnish with dill seasoning. Cut into pieces, serve and enjoy!

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Tom’s Homemade Hot Chocolate INGREDIENTS

• 1 1⁄2 ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces • 1 1⁄4 cups milk • Chocolate curls to decorate DIRECTIONS

1. Place the chocolate in a large, heatproof pitcher.

2. Place the milk in a heavy-bottom saucepan and bring to a boil.

3. Pour about one-quarter of the milk onto the chocolate and leave until the chocolate has softened.

4. Whisk the milk and chocolate mixture until smooth.

5. Return the remaining milk to the heat and return to a boil, then pour onto the chocolate, whisking constantly.

6. Pour into warmed mugs or cups and top with the chocolate curls. Serve immediately.

Lori’s Peanut Butter Cookies • 1 cup butter or half and half shortening • 1 tsp. vanilla • 1 cup brown sugar • 1 cup white sugar • 2 eggs • 1 cup peanut butter • 3 cups flour • 2 tsp. baking powder • 1/2 tsp. salt

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1. Cream butter, sugar, eggs.

2. Add peanut butter and mix well. Then mix in dry ingredients until well combined.

3. Roll into balls, place on cookie sheet and flatten a bit with fork, not too flat, leave them a bit thick so they will be soft in the middle when they’re cooked.

4. Bake at 375 F for 5-10 minutes. Makes about 5 dozen or less depending on how big you make them.

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How To Care For Fresh Holiday Wreaths

Here are some tips to help holiday wreaths last as long as possible.

• Choose a wreath wisely: When shopping for a wreath, choose freshly cut greenery that you assemble yourself; otherwise, look for wreaths made from freshly cut boughs with their foliage intact. Make sure not too many needles or leaves are falling off. Heavily decorated, preassembled wreaths may be convenient, but ornaments can make it challenging to give the wreath the moisture it needs to survive.

• Location, location, location: Where you hang the wreath is key to its longevity. Wreaths and garlands hung indoors likely won’t last as long as those hung outside, as indoor heat can prematurely zap moisture from the wreath. It’s probably best to hang fresh wreaths outdoors, but avoid direct sunlight, which can dry out the greenery. Slightly shaded spots are best. If your front door is bathed in full sun for hours, hang an artificial wreath there instead of a fresh one.

• Maintain airflow: Another factor that can affect the wreath’s longevity is an ample flow of oxygen.

Wreaths tend to last much longer when kept on an outer door. Wreaths sandwiched between a front door and a storm door will probably perish faster due to lack of oxygen.

• Moisture/water: Once the wreath is hanging on a door or elsewhere, spritz it with water every few days to prevent it from drying out.

Picking The Best Fresh Christmas Tree Come the holiday season, perhaps no tradition evokes the warm and fuzzy “feels” more than a family outing to pick a Christmas tree. Whether it’s a trek to a live Christmas tree farm or a short drive to the nearest pre-cut tree lot, the process of selecting a tree that will serve as the crown jewel of the entire season is a great way to make lasting memories.

Selecting a tree is a yearly ritual and each person has his or her set of criteria for what makes the ideal Christmas tree. These tips can help families find the right tree.

Choose your species Do some homework on the type of tree you want prior to buying the tree. Balsam fir and fraser fir are popular Christmas tree varieties, but there are many others, such as noble fir and Norway spruce. Balsams are known for having the most fragrant smell, but frasers tend to keep their needles the longest. For those who prefer a douglas fir, keep in mind that they sometimes drop their needles prematurely due to foliar diseases like needle-cast fungus.

Measure your space Trees in the field or in a lot may look much smaller than they do when brought into the living room. Don’t make the mistake of selecting a tree that is too large for your home. Measure your room from floor to ceiling and subtract the height of the tree stand and tree topper. It’s equally important to measure the width of the area where the tree will stand and allow for ample space for foot traffic around the tree.

Space for ornaments In addition to aroma and needle longevity, look for trees that have a desirable shape and allow for adequate space between branches. Trees groomed to be lush and full will look beautiful unadorned, but once ornaments are added, full branches may cause those ornaments to hang low or even fall off. Trees with sparse branches allow for ornaments to hang straight.

Perform a needle check Every tree will drop some needles, and most evergreens hold their foliage.

However, if 50 percent of the needles are lost when you swipe your hand down three to five different branches around the tree, the tree likely is not a good choice.

In addition, avoid a tree that has glaring defects in the trunk as it can impede water flow through the tree.

Melissa’s Chocolate Martini Serves 1

• 11/2 oz chocolate liqueur • 11/2 oz Irish cream liqueur • 3/4 oz vodka • Chocolate syrup for rim

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

Place chocolate syrup on a shallow plate and coat rim of martini glass with syrup. In a cocktail shaker, shake the liqueurs and vodka with ice for 30-45 seconds, then strain into martini glass.

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