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Erie Shores HealthCare welcomes first baby of 2024 Essex County’s first baby of 2024 has arrived at Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington.

Derek Eduardo Gonzalez Ruiz entered the world at 4:52 a.m. on January 1, 2024, weighing 7 pounds, 6 ounces.

Derek’s arrival marks a celebratory start to the New Year at Erie Shores HealthCare. Proud parents Zoila Ruiz Alceda and Jose Gonzalez of Leamington are overjoyed with the arrival of their son.

“The birth of Derek Eduardo is a wonderful blessing for us to start the New Year,” said the delighted parents. “We are grateful to the exceptional care team at Erie Shores HealthCare for making our experience so memorable.”

Derek and his family were greeted with gifts from the Erie Shores Health Foundation, donated by local businesses and nurses on the Obstetrics unit.

“The birth of the New Year’s baby is a cherished tradition at the hospital, symbolizing new beginnings and the enduring commitment of the hospital to the health and well-being of the community,” said a news release from the hospital. “Erie Shores HealthCare extends its heartfelt congratulations to the family and looks forward to continuing its legacy of excellent care in the community.”

FIRE AND ICE BRING IN THE KINGSVILLE NEW YEAR As a wrap up to the Fantasy of Lights series of events, families enjoyed free public skating, hot chocolate, crafts and a fireworks show on New Year’s Eve in Kingsville at the Arena Complex. The upstairs of the arena was buzzing with a youthful sort of creative energy. In the top photo is five-year-old Bradley Johnston making a shaker that he was going to use at a New Year’s party with family and friends. The sky was ablaze and sounds boomed as fireworks entertained hundreds of onlookers, as seen in the midlde photo. In the bottom photo, fresh off his appearance at Hockey For Hospice, Kai Murteira, centre, enjoyed a free skate with his mom Karen and his dad John.

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Rodeo will return to area in late July

After 20 years, the Sun Parlour Rodeo put on their final shows last August, but a local company — Kingsville Pro Rodeo — has resurrected the rodeo for performances on July 26-27, 2024.

The Kingsville Pro Rodeo will be held in South Woodslee at Trimble Farms Cattle Company

and they are excited to announce that Rawhide Rodeo Company is returning to continue the Essex County tradition they became accustomed to for the past 20 years.

The event will also feature food vendors and a beer tent, with plans for a mechanical bull competition and added chil-

dren’s activities.

“We’re just so excited to be able to offer our community a fun, western event that will give us the opportunity to give back,” they told the Sun on the weekend.

“We’re honoured to be able to carry this tradition that the Sun Parlour Rodeo and the Pavao

family began.”

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Hogs draw totals $170,525 The annual Hogs for Hospice Holiday 50-50 draw wrapped up on New Year’s Eve at noon with Jane Whiteman’s ticket being pulled.

Whiteman won $170,525 on her winning ticket.

A full story on

Whiteman’s win and the cheque presentation will be in the Sun’s January 10 issue.

The draw supports The Hospice Erie Shores Campus as part of the Hogs for Hospice fundraising initiative.

A cowboy from Rawhide Rodeo watches a youngster riding a steer at the 2023 Sun Parlour Rodeo. Rawhide will return this summer for the new Kingsville Pro Rodeo.

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C-K Public Health exploring merger The Boards of Health for Chatham-Kent Public Health (CKPH) and Lambton Public Health (LPH) are moving forward with a process to explore the opportunities and impacts of a voluntary merger in the communities they serve.

In August 2023, the Ministry of Health announced plans to strengthen the public health sector by offering one-time funding, resources, and supports to local public health agencies that decide to voluntarily merge. The province has indicated as

part of one-time funding that mergers would need to be implemented by January 1, 2025.

“We have counted on Public Health and its skilled workforce to protect and promote health through daily routine programs and services and during extreme situations that pose a significant health risk to our communities,” said Brock McGregor, Chair for Chatham-Kent Public Health’s Board of Health.

“Exploring opportunities under the new provincial landscape for pub-

lic health is important to possibly resolve some of the long-standing capacity challenges facing the sector and aligning with new funding commitments that are proposed by the province for 2026.”

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Antonio Court in Leamington could have competed for the most consecutively decorated homes on one street, only to be completed with a dusting of new fallen snow during the holiday season. The glow of Christmas lights from more than a dozen homes looked like something out of a Hallmark movie. Pictured are some of the homes.

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Looking back on 150 years

Mill St. School: A Leamington landmark

By C. Scott Holland Leamington’s first public school was Mill Street Public School.

It was originally a tworoom, brick building situated where the Princess Centre parking lot is today.

It was erected in 1872 at a cost of $5,000.

By 1890, over 500 pupils were housed in seven classrooms and additional property surrounding the school was purchased for a new school.

The new facility opened in 1891 and was a larger brick building containing eight classrooms.

It was built at a cost of $11,000. When it opened, it stood just a bit south of the original structure.

Around 1900, overcrowding became a problem, and in 1903 another two rooms were added to its back side. The following year yet another two rooms were added to complete the school.

The way the lot looked was far different from how it appeared in its finals years.

Beautiful maple trees lined the north and east sides of the streets surrounding it, while a deep, open ditch cut diagonally across its west side – it made an excellent trap for errant baseballs.

In 1918, the 12-room

school became inadequate and town council made plans for a second school (Selkirk) which would take nearly a decade to build and open.

Some of Mill Street’s early principals were J.E. Johnson, Ralph Foster, T.R. Stobbs, William Irwin, Arthur Going, Alexander Pommerville, J.W. Smith, George A. Campbell, E.H. Dannude, M. Clunas and Miss Olive Walton.

Mr. Rod Brown had the distinction of serving as the last principal when it stood at the corner of Princess and Mill Street and he served as the first principal of the modern Mill Street Centennial School (present-day building) when it opened in September 1967. The second Mill Street school was officially opened and dedicated on December 6, 1967.

The 1967 school had changed greatly in that one year of transition.

Formerly, it offered grades kindergarten to grade 8. But when the new facility opened in 1967, it was a specialized school of only grade 7 and 8 students. Within a decade it would revert to a a full school program again.

The cost of the modern Mill Street Centennial

School was $500,000 and the hexagonal (six-sided) building featured a gymnasium which could also serve as a place for special events and ceremonies.

With 11 classrooms, a library, a wood-working shop and a home economics room, the school was equipped to provide the best of education to the students who attended.

During the initial years after it opened, it was situated at the end of Mill Street with farm fields surrounding it on three sides (north, south and east). Lutsch Street had only a couple of houses at its southern end and the street would not extend from Oak Street to Talbot Street East until another decade had passed.

The two apartment buildings situated across from the school had just opened prior to the school. Much of its surrounding neighborhood has changed in the 50 years since the school opened.

Despite its closing (and subsequent sale only a few years ago), one connection regarding the original 1891 school and the 1967 facility — the original school bell was saved and was mounted outside the modern 1967 Mill Street Centennial

School. The bell was originally purchased for $50.

Whether one graduated from the original school or its second in-

carnation, the Mill Street school served the town and its children for well over a century and provided the necessary ed-

ucation for students to move on to Leamington District Secondary School and further their learning.

A colour photo of Mill Street Public School taken around 1910.

Photo courtesy of the Scott Holland Collection

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB WILL MEET at 7:30 p.m. at Ojibway Centre, 5200 Matchette Rd. Speaker Russ Jones. Topic: Naturalized Yard, a photo tour of a true biodiversity hotspot in an average suburban back yard, right here in Essex County. All are welcome.

Free to the public.

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

WESTOVER - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Pretreatment or after-care program for substance misuse. Do you, a friend or family member struggle with substance misuse? Come learn about the solution process. Drop-in group session. No registration required.

FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. For those who enjoy morning coffee/tea over conversation, you are welcome at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month in the church auditorium. Upcoming dates: Jan. 10. All welcome, no formal RSVP required.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the Leamington Library, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE CENTRE - at 108 Talbot Road East in Wheatley Activities are taking a break for December. . . but . . . Coming in 2024 . . . Erin's Yoga for Living, Chair Yoga and Family Craft Night.

STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group.

Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group.

WHEATLEY BAPTIST CHURCH - 47 Talbot St. E. Everyone is welcome to come worship with us.

Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Bible study Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Adult fellowship Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.

For more info call 519-825-7433.

VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED for the On Track to Success Program. United Way is looking for individuals to help tutor high school students in Leamington. Volunteer shifts available Monday to Thursday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. If interested contact Maia Williamson at mwilliamson@weareunited.com

THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB meets every Tuesday to play Cribbage, Euchre & Bridge at 12:45 in the Unico Community Centre at 37 Beech St. in Kingsville, and every Friday to play Bridge, Euchre & Pepper at 12:45. Come early if you want to play a particular game and have your choice of a seat.

KINGSVILLE HISTORY WITH VERONICA BROWN at Union Hall, 37 Beech St., Kingsville.

Wed. Nov. 8 at 10 am is the History of Kingsville’s Main Street; Wed. Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. is History of Kingsville’s King Family. Admission by donation, refreshments available.

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

COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. 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.

TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am.

Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners.

No registration required.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9am-1pm & Saturday 9am-12pm, 145 Division St. S. (in Legion parking lot). Closed Sunday, Monday & holidays. Displays include medals from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korea, and much more. Admission by donation. More info: kingsvillemilitarymuseum.ca INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS - appointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.

JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 pm, at the Unico Community Centre, 33 Beech St., Kingsville. Tuesday is euchre, bridge, cribbage.

Friday is euchre, bridge, pepper. Must be 50+ years of age to join. If interested, drop in any Tuesday or Friday.

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

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

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

THE PET PANTRY at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church stocks (as available) dog and cat food for struggling pet owners. Take as needed or add pet food to share with others. Monetary donations are gladly accepted and appreciated on Wednesday mornings from 9am-noon or by calling 519-326-3966 and leave a message.

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

MEMORY CAFE - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd., 2nd and 4th Wednesdays join the Alzheimer's Society for a FREE gathering place for people living with dementia, their care partners, families, and friends to relax, and enjoy refreshments. It provides socialization, discussions, and entertainment all in a coffee shop environment.

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Arts Centre has full slate of activity Now that the holiday season has wrapped up, the Leamington Arts Centre continues to offer various shows and exhibits through the months of January and February.

The annual Amateur Photography contest runs from January 4-28 with a reception scheduled for January 12 at the Arts Centre from 6-8 pm.

Categories include Mother Nature, Photo Manipulation and Architecture.

The Henry Collection is also on display from January 4 to February 10, featuring artwork from the Henry family.

The Henry Family travelled the world collecting art and artifacts from all around the globe, as far as East Asia. The collection includes oil paintings from across Canada and the United States, porcelain figurines from China, jade and silver sculptures and reliefs, and much, much more.

This prominent collection was gifted to the Municipality of Leamington and is currently in care and possession of the

Leamington Arts Centre/ South Essex Arts Association.

During that same timeframe, students of Leamington Arts Centre will participate in Learn: LAC Education. This exhibition will celebrate the art work created by Leamington Arts Centre Education Program students.

This exhibit features the work of individuals who have been registered in any educational programming at the LAC from 2023, including both youth and adult programs. All artwork displayed has been produced in class.

Future shows and exhibitions will include the U24 Members Exhibit and Sale, which has an entry deadline of January 27, Family Craft Night, which will run on January 26 and March 23 from 6-8 pm.

More information on any and all of these programs is available by calling the Arts Centre at 519-326-2711 or visiting leamingtonartscentre. com.

Swans District President Joyce Mahovlich (left) presented Claudette Sykes of the Wheatley Library with one of 95 brand new children’s books.

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Swans present books and a donation to Wheatley Library

Swans District President Joyce Mahovlich recently presented Wheatley Library with 95 brand-new children’s books collected at the Nov. 26 District 1 Swans Cabinet Meeting.

Her project this past year has been Literacy.

This donation was in addition to a cheque presented to Claudette Sykes of the Wheatley Library

from the Wheatley Swans Club to purchase additional brand-new children’s books for the Chatham-Kent library system.

President Joyce commented that 48% of adult Canadians have literacy skills that fall below a high school level, which negatively affects their ability to function at work and in their personal lives. The

assessment found that the percentage of adults with unsuitable literacy skills (48%) has increased notably over the past 10 years. 17% of adults function at the lowest level where they experience daily challenges such as a) filling out any type of order forms; b) difficulties following instructions on medicine bottles; c) com-

pleting a job application form; d) using on-line banking; e) completing the on-line application for Employment Insurance; and f) reading any type of signs either at work or in their everyday lives.

Donations such as those presented to Wheatley Library will help defeat illiteracy – one word, one line, one book at a time.

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Time to get our birthday (year) on

Now that the calendar has turned to 2024, we can look forward to a year in Leamington that hasn’t been seen in half a century.

Back in 1874, a little hamlet by the name of Wilkinson Corners became the town of Leamington and although I wasn’t around back then, I’m sure my great-grandparents were.

I’ve seen photos of Leamington’s four corners from the early years, with the railroad running through that intersection of Talbot and Erie and I’m amazed by the amount of people that turned out for celebrations back then.

I tried to find something in the archives from 1924, but can’t seem to locate anything. I’ll keep the readers posted if I do. I would hope they’d have had a 50th celebration but maybe it wasn’t a thing then.

When July, 1974 rolled around, I had just turned 13 and my family was busy relocating from Point Pelee to our brand new house on Bruce Avenue in the new

Cherry Lane Estates subdivision.

I remember going uptown for a lot of the festivities that summer, but missed out on the famous concerts that played at the arena.

Bob Seger and Rich Little at the Leamington Arena still boggles my mind. It would be cool to get them back, but I’ve been told that Bob is no longer touring and Rich is getting up there in years.

Of course, the bed races and the parade stand out more to me than anything, but I have recently seen some photos of that 100th birthday celebration and was reminded of how big of a deal it was back then.

The beard-growing contest had many entries, from guys who were veteran beard growers to younger guys who started with mere peach fuzz.

While we were still a few years away from the resurrection of the Tomato Festival at that point, the celebration of Leamington’s first 100 years took the town by

Leamington’s first car?

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk With the arrival of 2024, the Tomato Capital of Canada is celebrating 150 years of local history, including stories and photos of cars driven on the

Could this car still be around?

streets of Leamington for over one hundred years.

The photo says “Leamington’s first car” and it probably was. Several thousand Curved Dash Oldsmobiles were built between 1901 and 1907.

They were easy to start and easy to drive with tiller steering and a single-cylinder gasoline engine under the seat, letting you whiz along up to almost 25 mph.

The fellow in the car looks as old as the car itself with the left front wheel having lost its tire and the fender ready to fall off.

With help from Leamington resident Jim Williams, we can pinpoint the location of the photo on Erie Street North beside the gas pumps at Wigle Motors, the Chev-Olds dealer for many years. Perhaps this old Oldsmobile was used to promote sales of newer Oldsmobiles.

In 1905, the Curved Dash Oldsmobile inspired a popular song, “In My Merry Oldsmobile”, with lyrics suggesting this car could help fan the flames of romance. Notice the seat with only room for two!

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People were on the streets, and storefronts — of which there were many — were fully decorated to mark the occasion.

Those pictures are priceless and I hope to be able to showcase some of them in the months leading up to the 150th celebration this summer.

Store signage I haven’t seen in many years, like The Vanitie, Feldman’s and Al Law, are all visible in those photos. They bring back a lot of memories.

Jim Reid and his crew of committee members and volunteers put on a great celebration for Leamington’s centennial and the hope is that the 2024 celebration will create such memories for young and old alike.

I am fortunate to sit on the planning committee and I can’t say much at this point, but we will be deciding on dates, events and other things in the very near future.

Suffice to say that the committee is in good hands. The municipality has been generous so far with the budgeting of a good sum to help get the event off the ground.

There will likely be fundraisers coming up over the next few months, which will help supplement the funds provided by the town and ideas are being bounced

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RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble around right now by the committee.

I’ve written before about my wish for the popular bed races to be resurrected for this celebration and have hopes that the Big Tomato will be healthy again.

Beyond that, we’ve shared a lot of event ideas and talked about costs and logistics for each one.

Which events stick will be the million-dollar question, but trust that it will be a party that Leamington will remember for the next 50 years.

I won’t be fortunate enough to be around for the bi-centennial, but the sesquicentennial is firmly within sight — only a few months away.

Scott Holland will be sharing some old Leamington photos in this paper over the coming months and I’ve heard he may be working on an update to the 1974 centennial red book that was so popular that year.

Add to that the Hogs for Hospice, OnThe42 Concert Series, Mill Street Markets and a new air show, and you’ve got plenty to choose from in Leamington.

Lots going on, so stay tuned and get ready to get our collective birthday on.

Jim Goodall heard Beatles before most Canadians

I was surprised recently to get a call from a Southpoint Sun reader, Jim Goodall from Ruthven, who had some interesting information regarding the early arrival of the Beatles music to Canada.

Originally, Jim grew up in Galt (now Cambridge) but since retiring is now living here in Ruthven Jim and his family listened to CFRB Radio in Toronto on Sundays to the show called “Calling All Britons” back in the day of 1962. Of all places, easy-listening station CFRB got the jump on the Beatles, playing a couple of their songs before a top 40 station like 1050 Chum. But it wasn’t the right market for the Beatles so there wasn’t a lot of response to it.

As I never listened to CFRB (as I’m sure most young listeners didn’t), I missed out on hearing those earliest plays of the Beatles’ first recordings such as “Love Me Do” and “She Loves You” on that Sunday program with Ray Sonin in 1962 and 1963. My exposure came in January 1964 when I first heard “She Loves You” on 1050 Chum Radio and I was truly amazed.

My response then (especially to “She Loves You”) was incredible. Many years later (late ’70s) I read about Capitol Records Canadian A&R man Paul White being aggressively responsible for releasing some of their earliest songs which would’ve played on CFRB’s Sunday’s show “Calling All Britons”.

Although White only had limited

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success getting airplay for the Beatles back then (selling less than a few hundred copies) and EMI Records (in England) were very disappointed, it was an important start even if their first recordings “Love Me Do” and “P.S. I Love You” hardly sold any copies in Canada and virtually nothing in the U.S.A. But we all know what happened then. So, Jim Goodall, you were very lucky to hear them first in 1962 and 1963. But for most Canadians (with exceptions in some small pockets of radio territory) it didn’t happen until 1964.

North Americans (if they stayed up late enough) would have gotten their first glimpse of them on the Jack Parr TV Show on January 3, 1964.

On a happy note for Paul White, after the Beatles he went on to help Anne Murray get her big break being on the Singalong Jubilee TV show in 1966 and releasing her first album, “What About Me”, in 1968. He also got Anne a contract signing with Capitol Records which led to launching her as an international artist with Brian Ahern as her producer. “Snowbird” followed shortly and the rest for her was a wonderful life.

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Here are seven effective ways to kickstart your day with positivity: • Practice gratitude: Begin your day by expressing gratitude for the things you have. Reflect on the positive aspects of your life and acknowledge the blessings that surround you. Keep a gratitude journal and write down a few things you are thankful for each morning.

• Set positive intentions: Before diving into your daily tasks, take a moment to set positive intentions for the day. Visualize your goals and aspirations, and affirm them with positive statements like “I am capable” or “I embrace challenges”.

• Engage in mindfulness or meditation: Dedicate a few minutes each morning to mindfulness or meditation practices. Sit in a quiet place, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Allow any thoughts or worries to pass without judgment.

Use SMART Goals Follow the SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) framework to ensure your goals are well-defined and trackable.

Break It Down Divide large goals into smaller, manageable steps to create a sense of progress and accomplishment.

Build a Support System Enlist the support of friends, family, or a community pursuing similar goals for encouragement and accountability.

Track Your Progress Regularly monitor your progress using journals, apps, or visual aids to stay motivated and inspired.

Embrace the Power of Habits Focus on creating positive habits that align with your resolutions, starting small and gradually building routines.

Learn from Setbacks View setbacks as learning opportunities, adjust your approach, and use the experience to strengthen your determination.

• Engage in physical activity: Incorporate some form of exercise or movement into your morning routine. It could be a brisk walk, yoga, stretching, or any activity that suits your preferences. Physical activity releases endorphins, which boost your mood and energy levels, setting a positive tone for the day ahead.

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• Fuel your body with a healthy breakfast: Nourish your body and mind by consuming a balanced breakfast. Include foods rich in nutrients, such as fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

• Limit Exposure to Negative News and Social Media: Avoid bombarding your mind with negative news or social media first thing in the morning.

Instead, focus on uplifting and inspiring content. Choose to read motivational books, listen to podcasts, or engage in activities that bring positivity into your life. Protecting your mental space in the morning helps nurture a positive mindset.

• Practice Self-Care: Dedicate time to self-care activities that make you feel good. It could be listening to your favourite music, engaging in a hobby, or simply taking a few moments to relax. Prioritize self-care rituals to nurture your emotional well-being, reduce stress, and promote a positive mindset from the start of your day.

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Dos and don’ts of healthy weight loss Losing weight in a healthy manner is essential for safe and lasting results. Individuals aspiring to lose weight can follow these guidelines on what to do and what not to do: • DO add lean protein sources to your diet.

Protein helps you to feel full, reducing the propensity to overeat.

• DON’T overlook the impact of beverages on weight loss. The calories in sugary beverages, including some all-natural fruit juices, can add up quickly. Stick to water, tea or other unsweetened beverages to help with weight loss.

• DO eat at least four servings of vegetables and three servings of fruits daily. Produce contains an abundance of vital nutrients and is often fiber-rich and low in calories, which helps you to feel full.

• DON’T forget to track eating. Writing or tracking the foods and beverages you consume will provide the most honest assessment of habits that could affect weight loss.

• DO speak with a doctor if you are vetting diet and exercise plans. A healthcare professional can assist you by indicating if a particular diet or fitness routine is acceptable for your age, goals and current health status.

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5 activities to benefit the brain Health and wellness certainly dominates the resolution landscape. Improvementminded individuals interested in gaining long-term benefits from their resolutions this year may want to consider ways to improve brain health and function. Here are five ideas to consider.

Start a new hobby Learning a new hobby, taking a class, or even learning to play a musical instrument can push the brain to improve from a cognitive standpoint, indicates The Healthy, a Reader’s Digest brand.

Get moving Exercise does the body good and even positively affects the brain. Researchers have found that even a little exercise each day can result in improved brain function in less than six months.

Make more time for fun Repeated stress can have detrimental effects on the body and mind. Taking time to relax and enjoy oneself can tame stress, and in turn, alleviate issues affecting memory and cognition.

Eat a better diet The benefit of eating healthy foods extends beyond the waistline. Many of the foods that are good for the heart are important for preventing cognitive decline and dementias.

Practice mindfulness more often Mindfulness is an exercise in paying attention to one’s surroundings, senses and more. Too often people are multitasking and never fully devoting their attention to one thing. Mindfulness gives the brain a break and brings a person into the present.

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Resolutions for work-life harmony In our fast-paced world, achieving work-life balance is tough, but a new year brings an opportunity to prioritize harmony. Here are ways to help you find balance and reclaim control: Set clear priorities: Identify what matters most personally and professionally.

Say no to tasks that don’t align. Allocate time wisely for fulfillment and joy.

Practice effective time management: Set realistic goals, prioritize tasks, and break projects into manageable chunks.

Use productivity tools, take breaks, and include self-care to prevent burnout.

Establish boundaries: Create work and personal life boundaries. Stick to designated work hours and avoid constant email checks.

Communicate boundaries clearly.

Embrace mindfulness and self-care: Practice mindfulness techniques like meditation and journaling. Prioritize selfcare activities for mental and physical well-being.

Personal Growth Goals for the New Year As we embark on a new year, it’s a natural time for reflection and a fresh start. For many people that includes a journey of personal growth that encompasses a broad spectrum of possibilities. Here are twelve inspiring goals for the upcoming year that will empower you to embark on a transformative journey.

Learn a new skill: Whether it’s playing a musical instrument, painting, coding, or cooking, challenge yourself to acquire a new skill that interests you.

Read more books: Set a goal to read a certain number of books or explore different genres and authors throughout the year. It’s a great way to expand your knowledge and imagination.

Travel to new places: Plan trips to destinations you’ve always wanted to visit, whether they’re local or international. Immerse yourself in new cultures, try new foods, and create lasting memories.

Volunteer for a cause: Dedicate your time and energy to a charitable organization or a cause you care about. It could be helping the homeless, supporting animal shelters, or participating in environmental initiatives.

Improve your fitness level: Instead of focusing on weight loss, set fitness goals that emphasize strength, flexibility, or endurance. You could aim to run a marathon, practice yoga regularly, or work on increasing your weightlifting capabilities.

Learn a new language: Challenge yourself to learn a new language or improve your proficiency in one you’ve been studying. It opens doors to new opportunities and helps you connect with people from different cultures.

Practice mindfulness and self-care: Prioritize your mental well-being by incorporating mindfulness techniques into your daily routine. Meditate, practice gratitude, or engage in activities that promote relaxation and self-care.

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Start a creative project: Whether it’s writing a novel, starting a blog, or creating artwork, unleash your creativity and dedicate time to a project that allows you to express yourself.

Spend more time with loved ones: Make a resolution to prioritize quality time with family and friends. Plan regular gatherings, outings, or game nights to strengthen your relationships and create cherished memories.

Learn to play a new sport: Pick up a new sport or invest time in improving your skills in a sport you enjoy. It’s a fun way to stay active and challenge yourself physically.

Give up a bad habit: Identify a habit that you would like to break, such as excessive screen time, nail-biting, or procrastination, and make a resolution to gradually eliminate it from your life.

Foster a positive mindset: Focus on cultivating positivity and gratitude in your life. Practice positive affirmations, keep a gratitude journal, and surround yourself with uplifting and supportive people.

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ERCA approves 2024 draft budget priorities; 12.7% decrease The Essex Region Conservation Authority Board of Directors has approved for circulation and consultation the draft 2024 Budget to member municipalities. For this 2024 budget, municipalities are levied for services identified by the Province as ‘mandatory’.

Mandatory services are limited to programs and services related to risks of natural hazards, flood and erosion protection, maintenance of conservation lands, and Source Water protection.

Beneficial programs and services that do not fall within these categories have been identified by the province as Category 3 (non-mandatory programs and services) and require agreements with each municipality for funding.

Over the past several months, meetings and consultations with all municipalities have taken place regarding the delivery of these services and the resulting cost apportioning agreements. Seven of the nine programs identified by the Board of Directors received

unanimous support from all municipalities. The two programs that are not contained within the draft 2024 budget are Land Acquisition and Agricultural Stewardship and Outreach.

As agreements are still being finalized with member municipalities, there exists an opportunity to continue funding arrangements for Land Acquisition. Due to lack of support and funding constraints, Agricultural Stewardship and Outreach, as a program area, will be paused for 2024 and the existing program and delivery mechanisms will be reviewed, reconsidered and realigned potentially for 2025.

The draft 2024 budget being circulated to member municipalities totals just under $8.9 million, and includes municipal funding of $3.3 million, representing a 12.7% decrease in municipal contributions.

The reduction in municipal contributions results from pausing the Agricultural Stewardship and Outreach program in 2024. Additionally, not

reflected in the budget are contributions to the Land Acquisition Program.

However, should member municipalities elect to continue to fund land acquisition for at-risk properties, a separate reserve fund will be established.

“The 2024 draft budget continues to prioritize delivery of core mandatory programs and services.

In addition, repair and replacement of infrastructure such as bridges and culverts, and ongoing restoration work that is necessary for the museum and heritage buildings at the John R. Park Homestead,” said Tim Byrne, ERCA CAO. Beneficial non-mandatory programs such as tree planting on non-conservation authority-owned lands, John R. Park Homestead operations and preservation, water quality monitoring and community outreach programs are initially budgeted with an investment of $317,262 through municipal contribution but has the opportunity to attract significant provincial and federal matching grant funds.

Since 2017, there has been a total local investment of municipal and special project funding of $12,717,242 for these programs that are now categorized as non-mandatory under the Conservation Authorities Act. The Authority was successful in securing additional grant funds of $14,944,590 to augment these same programs, representing a return on investment of $1.18 for every $1 of municipal investment in these programs and services.

A few program highlights for 2024 include launching a modernized permitting application process, initiating wetland and shoreline restoration works at Hillman Marsh, updating policies to address new types of Significant Drinking Water Threats or changes to applicable vulnerable areas, planting more than 50,000 trees, and implementing significant upgrades to the Authority’s website.

In addition, the Authority is mandated to deliver a suite of reports required by the Province

by the end of 2024 that includes items such as Land Inventory, Ice Management Plan, Conserva-

tion Area Strategy, Asset Management Plan, Watershed-based Resource Management Strategy.

Wheatley Friendship Club news

By Bonnie Dawson Linda Wigfield welcomed everyone to the last Bingo of 2023 at the Wheatley & District Friendship Club on Dec. 20. Thanks to Donna Moody and Dorothy Bailey for providing the refreshments.

The Bingo winners were Earlene Gould, Doreen Armstrong, Jean Church, Pat Matier, Helen Clark, Pat Churchill, Rose Hatt, Mary Hairsine, Ruth Ann Snively, Dorothy Bailey and Dianne Lenarduzzi.

Thanks to Pauline Sample and Linda Wigfield for running the Bingo.

The next Bingo will be on Jan. 3 at 1 p.m. for $2.

The winners of the 50/50 draws were Mary Hairsine and Ruth Ann Snively.

The Zoom programs continue. See the schedule to sign up.

The Beginning Watercolour Classes presented by Sally LePla for the members will continue on Friday, Jan. 12 and Friday, Jan. 19 at 10a.m. All materials are provided and the cost is $5. Please sign up if you’re interested.

Chair yoga will return with instruction by Fran VanGent beginning on Thursday, Jan. 18 at 4:15 p.m. for $5.

Regular activities at the club include: Quilting from 9:00-3:00 on Mondays and Thursdays, Euchre on Tuesdays from 1:30-4:00 at a cost of $2, Pepper on Thursdays from 1:30-4:00 for $2, and the Exercise Room, Darts and Cornhole are also available at cost of $2.

Contact info: email the Friendship Club at wheatleyfriendship@gmail.com or call 519-825-4870.

If you have questions, concerns or suggestions please use the suggestion box which is opened at the executive meetings. The executive can’t resolve a problem if they don’t know about it.

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God looked around His garden and He found an empty place, He then looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face.

He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest, God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never get well on earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids and whispered, “Peace be thine.”

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you the day God called you home.

Mom and Dad you are dearly missed.

It’s been two years on January 7, and 11 years for mom.

Forever in our hearts, Love Randy, Mike and Dan, and your cat Lucky

In Loving Memory of

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September 15, 1954 – January 4, 2017 We Miss You Our hearts still ache with sadness, and many tears still flow.

What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know.

We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain.

To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again.

Love Ken, Chris, Dawn, Peyton, Brooklyn, Derek, Krista, Conor & Caden

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, someone you care about or admire could come under scrutiny this week. Whether it is deserved or not, this person will be in the hot seat and can use your support.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you could project an intensity this week that has other people running for cover. Consider adding a little sugar to your presentation. You’ll still get your point across.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, make an effort to gain greater control over your finances. Develop a budget and stick to it. Soon you’ll enjoy a new level of financial freedom.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, see what is going on with friends this week, as you are likely in the mood to have some fun. You’ll never know what’s on the agenda unless you ask.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may run into a little interference with a project due to someone’s ego getting in the way. This person seemingly is not a team player and it could affect your plans.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Visualizing what you want is not a waste of time, Virgo. In fact, it can help you map out a plan of attack to accomplish your goals. Start making a to-do list.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a personal relationship that was derailed will get back on track this

week. After some conflicts, it finally seems like you’re both on the same page once more.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, do not let it get you down if you’re paired with someone on a project who is not your first choice. Focus on the task at hand and you may find you work well together.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, even if your life seems to be a mystery right now, you do not have to figure out all the answers right away. Take time to mull things over.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Try to put yourself in someone else’s shoes this week, Capricorn. When you’re so focused on your life you may miss how it affects others around you.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, start coming up with some new ideas to keep your brain busy.

You might need to delve into a different career or a new hobby to challenge yourself.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, after some initial upheaval this week, your life starts to calm down a little. There may be one lingering issue that needs to get worked out, but you’ll handle it.

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Patricia Lynn DeSerrano (nee Begley)

February 28, 1945 – December 29, 2023 Patricia Lynn DeSerrano (nee Begley) passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023.

Loving wife of 57 years to the late Norm DeSerrano (2019).

Loving daughter of Clifford (1985) and Irene Begley (nee Howe) (1969). Cherished mother of Denis DeSerrano and wife Sandy.

Special grandmother of T.J. Sister to the late Robert (1971) and the late Gerald Begley (Cheryl).

Sister-in-law of Diane ( John). Pat will be missed by many family members and friends.

As per Pat’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family internment will take place at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Essex), 519254-2585.

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

John H. Neufeld

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather and greatgrandfather, John H. Neufeld, who entered into eternal sleep, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 95 years of age.

Reunited with his beloved wife Elizabeth (nee Lasi) with whom he shared 66 years of marriage. Loving father of Linda and Peter Scherer, Alan and Jo-Anne Neufeld, and Brenda and Don Fischer. Adored grandfather of Mark and Jodie Scherer, Blake and Tricia Fischer, Tom and Melissa Neufeld, Amanda and Spencer Horne, Greg and Bailey Neufeld, Alexandria Fischer and Matt Janisse, Aaron and Brittany Neufeld, Brian Neufeld, and predeceased by Brent Fischer (1979). Treasured “Ada” to Molly and Piper Scherer, Avery, Addysen, and Alivia Neufeld, Emmerson, Ellyse and Everly Fischer, Griffin and Nathan Horne, Theo, Lincoln and Quinn Neufeld.

John was the loving son of the late Henry and Agnes Neufeld (nee Warkentin). Dear brother of the late Jake Neufeld (Anne), Henry Neufeld (late Elna), the late Anna Neufeld (late Dick), the late William Neufeld (Evelyn), the late Agnes Nickel (Peter) and David Neufeld (Sue).

John was also the loving son-in-law of the late Frank and Margaret Lasi (nee Wolf ). Dear brother-in-law of the late Frank Lasi (Marie). He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

John and his wife Elizabeth worked together on their family orchard farm and sold their produce at the Windsor City Market for decades. John will always be remembered for his love of family, his faith in God, his strong determination and his sense of humour.

Our family extends a heartfelt thank you to all the staff at the Leamington Mennonite Home for the love and care given to our parents.

Visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell Street, Leamington, N8H 1T8), 519-326-2631, on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Funeral Service will take place at North Leamington United Mennonite Church (625 Mersea Road 6, Leamington, N8H 3V8) on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Leamington Mennonite Home or to NLUMC. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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CARDINAL CARTER LOTTERY WINNERS Cardinal Carter Secondary School held their annual holiday lottery fundraiser draw on Friday, December 15 at the school.

Over $13,500 was raised with funds helping to offset costs of extra curricular activities and electronics. Pictured from left are Mike Gosselin ($500 winner), Mary Joseph (CC Council Chair), Kristie Kniaziew ($500 winner), Nina Woody (Grand Prize $3,000 winner), Mary DiMenna ($500 winner), Jason Georges (CC Principal). Stephanie Del Mei was unavailable for the photo but also won $1,000.

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Teresa Jabbour Zalobka March 7, 1959 – December 5, 2023

It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of our daughter Teresa Jabbour Zalobka, born to us on March 7, Proof obituary runat the age of 1959 and left us onof Tuesday, Decemberto 5, 2023 64. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her husband and children while in hospice.

January 03, 2024 Teresa is survived by her parents Sakandr and Saly Southpoint Jabbour, her sister Latefa (Eric),Sun brother Joseph (Lisa), sister Kathy (Brian), brother $200 plus $26 Johnny HST =(Robin) $226 and brother Alex (Nancy).

The loving wife to husband Siggy for 40 years and Any changes please email partners through all. Together with Siggy, she raised a sun@southpointsun.ca beautiful daughter Jenna and a handsome son Adam.

Teresa will be missedThanks. by her loving nieces and nephews, as well as grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

Florence Elaine Liebrock

Florence “Elaine” Liebrock passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023, surrounded by her loving family, at 95 years of age.

Reunited with her loving husband Glenn with whom she shared 56 years of marriage. Cherished mother of Sandy Haggith (Louis), the late Paul, Gale (late Chris) and Kevin (Pam). Adored grandma of Kim (Steve), Lynn (Gary), Kelly (Terry), Greg (Tara), Randy (Dana), Cheri (Brian), Juli, Judi (Kirk), Kerri (Shane), Scott (Alexis), Michael (Grace) and Jeff. She will also be missed by many great and greatgreat-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Elaine was a lifelong member of Wheatley Baptist Church. Her Christmas Dinners at the Car Barn in Wheatley will be missed forever.

Visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, 519-326-2631, on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m.

Interment to follow at Erie Cemetery Wheatley.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army or to the Windsor Essex Humane Society.

Online condolences may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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(1996) and GeorgeThank (1989) Burgoyne.

He will be sadly missed by his sons Chris and Todd (Sandra) Burgoyne, as well as his brother Bob (Betty) Burgoyne, nieces Sandy (Ian), Melissa (Steve) and children Rachel and Evan.

He sadly leaves his wife Cathy and family – son Dan (Lizanne) Lebedyk and grandchildren Andrew and Hannah, daughter Beth Lebedyk and granddaughter Lauren ( Paul). He will be missed by his sister-in-law Pat Ford (Larry 2009)of andobituary family, Maureen, Pam and Peter Proof to run (Angie) and daughter Kayla.

Ron’s love for broadcasting was evident at an early age, successfully motivating him 03, throughout January 2024 his 40-year career at several radio markets across Southwestern Ontario, until Southpoint Sun his retirement in Windsor and Essex County in the 1990s.

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Ron cherished his family, was an avid reader and loved golfing and sailing as well. He could be found daily at the local “Coffee Spot” with his coffee buddies. Twenty years of summer visits to “the Cottage” in Red Bay on the Bruce Peninsula provided unforgettable friendships and memories fondly treasured.

We wish to express our sincere gratitude for the kind support received by the various healthcare providers.

A private celebration of Ron’s life will be held at a later date.

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The Township of Pelee is known within Southern Ontario as an area of natural beauty where residents enjoy a rural lifestyle second to none. Known for its quiet, nature- based atmosphere, visitors and residents alike take advantage of approximately 10,000 acres of fields, forest, marshes, beaches and walking paths. The quiet atmosphere and natural beauty make Pelee Island an ideal destination to unwind, relax and live.

The Township of Pelee is seeking applications from experienced, qualified persons for the position of Community Services Manager.

Reporting to the Township Administrator-Clerk and as a member of the Senior Management Team, the Community Services Manager will have a thorough, practical knowledge to oversee the Marina and Campground as well as Parks and Airport. The Community Services Manager would also provide planning advice, coordinate planning applications as well as oversee the implementation of the building services, OPP services and by-law enforcement services.

The Township offers a comprehensive extended health and dental plan, enrollment in the OMERS pension plan as well as flexible work options.

The successful candidate will direct and manage resources, will develop, manage and monitor the annual budget while ensuring compliance with all applicable Acts and Regulations including the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The ability to build and sustain effective collaborative relationships with the public, government ministries, marina, parks, and by-law enforcement staff, members of Council and various departments within the Corporation will be critical to this position.

The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications: •Five years experience in a related senior municipal management position.

•Membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) or willingness and ability to obtain a membership is an asset.

•Registered Professional Planner designation with relevant work experience.

•Strong organizational and management skills in personnel, finance, material and information.

•Excellent interpersonal, project/time management, organizational, analytical, communication and presentation skills.

•Ability to apply supervision, leadership and guidance as well as to focus attention on strategic priorities.

•Strong Computer Skills.

Applicants must indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications in their resume. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used only for candidate selection.

Please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence marked “Community Services Manager Application” on or before January 31, 2024.

Township Administrator & Clerk Township of Pelee 1045 West Shore Road, Pelee Island, Ontario, N0R 1M0 Email – Clerk@pelee.ca

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The Township of Pelee is known within Southern Ontario as an area of natural beauty where residents enjoy a rural lifestyle second to none. Known for its quiet, nature- based atmosphere, visitors and residents alike take advantage of approximately 10,000 acres of fields, forest, marshes, beaches and walking paths. The quiet atmosphere and natural beauty make Pelee Island an ideal destination to unwind, relax and live.

The Township of Pelee is seeking applications from experienced, qualified persons for the position of Operations Manager.

Reporting to the Administrator Clerk, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, the Operations Manager will have a thorough, practical knowledge of public works, facilities and waste management as well as financial management procedures.

The Township offers a comprehensive extended health and dental plan, enrollment in the OMERS pension plan as well as flexible work options.

The successful candidate will direct and manage resources, will develop, manage and monitor the annual budget while ensuring compliance with all applicable Acts and Regulations including the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The successful candidate will have working experience and knowledge in the development of asset management plans for government organizations including fleet management, work management programs, facilities and bridge management. The ability to build and sustain effective collaborative relationships with the public, government ministries, public works staff, members of Council and various departments within the Corporation will be critical to this position.

The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications: •Five years experience in a related senior municipal management position.

•Certified Engineering Technologist or equivalent college level business diploma.

•Senior classification, CRS-S (Certified Road Supervisor) is preferred.

•Class DZ license, AZ preferred.

•Manager of Landfill Operations Certificate or equivalent demonstrated working experience.

•Strong organizational and management skills in personnel, finance, material and information.

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•Ability to apply supervision, leadership and guidance as well as to focus attention on strategic priorities.

•Strong Computer Skills.

Applicants must indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications in their resume. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used only for candidate selection.

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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.

Look atStation, Leamington’ s Past courtesy Scott Holland CA &O Railway Harrow; note the Co-op building inof theC. background.

December 1978. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com 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.

January 1988 - Chrissy Leal balances on an abandoned railway line while sister Lily never misses stepping on a railway tie as the two head home from school. The routine by the two is also repeated going to school each day.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

January 1994 - The Wheatley Kinsmen Club donated $5,000 in US funds to the Matthew Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot foot following Thursday evening rainfall Dierckens Sight Fund on Christmas Eve.after The annual Kin Cashthe Draw generated the money for and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. the cheque to be presented. Dr. Robert Brissette left, turned the funds over to Jack Glover atIf nothing it’s agathering quick way to during wash athe ten-speed the else, traditional held afternoon bicycle! at the community hall.

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From the Leamington Post January 2, 1975 Mayor Ralph Nicol closed out 17 years in municipal politics Monday night with a farewell message which included some advice for his successor — Sterling Welch — and former town council colleagues.

Mayor Nicol said he had enjoyed every minute of his political career, the last seven of which involved the mayoralty.

—— Leamington Post Office processed a record amount of mail during the Christmas season. Postmaster J.A. Weir said this week a total of 457,000 pieces of mail originated here. A total of 4,000 parcels were delivered locally in December, almost the same as in 1973 and about 3,000 Christmas cards were also handled by Leamington carriers.

—— The first baby of the new year at Leamington District Memorial Hospital will make her home in Kingsville. Heather Moore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Moore (Adele) of Queen Street, was born at 3:50 am on January 1. The newcomer weighed in at seven pounds and has a three-year-old brother at home waiting for her. Heather and her mother will be the recipients of a number of prizes from Leamington merchants in the annual ‘first baby of the year’ contest.

—— Brantford and Wheatley captured the Major and Minor championships at the second annual Leamington Peewee Hockey Tournament held at the arena here Thursday and Friday. Brantford dumped Riverside 6-3 in an exciting game to claim the Town of Leamington Trophy. Wheatley had earlier sidelined Amherstburg 3-1 in a close game to receive the Post and News Trophy. Both Leamington teams — the Abbey Knights Majors and the Coin Laundry Rams Minors, bowed out in the second round.

The Minor championship game featured a tough Wheatley defence and an offence that took advantage of its opportunities to score. Todd Stevenson — with two — and Ron Webster scored for Wheatley with Webster potting the winning goal late in the first period. Claire Gillanders played a strong game in the nets for Wheatley, especially in the third period when he stopped 10 Amherstburg shots.

Team captain Scott Omstead accepted the Leamington Post and News Trophy from Dave De Jong, news editor of the newspaper.

From the Kingsville Reporter January 2, 1975 Students of Jack Miner Public School recently presented a cheque for $300 to Gord Burbidge, secretary of the Board of Management for the Arena Fund. The money is part of the proceeds from the students’ sale of boxes of chocolates in the community. The money is in the care of the student parliament which was represented by co-prime ministers Nickie Derrig and Susan DeGroot.

—— Santa Claus received a very festive welcome by approximately 275 children on Sunday afternoon, December 22 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 annual children’s Christmas party held in the Legion ballroom. Vic Cox, president

of the local branch, was the master of ceremonies and extended a welcome on behalf of Branch 188. Several Christmas carols and songs of the season were sung by all during the afternoon’s program with Miss Marjorie Allen providing the piano accompaniment. Each child was given a paper horn upon arrival and the noise of those party favours filled the hall.

—— The Kingsville and Gosfield South Goodfellows Club distributed 87 Christmas baskets to needy families and made donations of money to four persons living alone in the community this holiday season. The baskets included a turkey, potatoes, cranberries, nuts, candy, fruit cake, fruit, bread, milk, margarine and several canned goods sufficient for each family’s individual requirements.

—— The Lambton-Kent Cardinals completely dominated the East Elgin Purple Flashes from Aylmer 78-51 in a basketball tournament held at Kingsville High School. In the consolation final, Kingsville Cavaliers dominated the action, defeating the Leamington Lions.

From the Wheatley Journal The following were taken from Ramdom Samplings, a booklet published in 1995 by The Wheatley Journal to commemorate its 100th anniversary.

An interesting item in the booklet was from records at the Wheatley Area Heritage Society. In 1869, Wheatley was a part of Essex County. In an old directory of Essex County, found in his vault in Harrison Hall, Chatham, by Sheriff Arthur Poulter, Wheatley is described as a village in the Township of Mersea, County of Essex, 38 miles from Sandwich, the County town. Population 150.

Here are some snippets from the first Wheatley Journal, December 12, 1895: • Robt. W. Simpson’s mill at Smith’s dock is still running full blast. This mill has cut this season over two million feet of hardwood lumber and elm bots.

• A chicken social will be held at Salem Church on the eve of December 19.

The promoters of the feast guarantee the birds in question to be not more than seven summers old.

• The first band practice for the winter playing took place Saturday eve. It is a disagreeable noise, but we hope the boys will continue.

• The fishermen have taken out their twine – what is left after the big blow last week. They report fishing this season to be the best for a number of years.

• Kent County’s assets exceed its liabilities by $15,337.

• School children were asked to write essays on “What do I go to school for?”

A little lad wrote: “I go to school to get an education. Who knows but one of us boys may some day be a great statesman or perhaps a great politician, or be called to make a postmortem on some poor fool who didn’t know how to spell poison.”

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Flyers host alumni, get rings before edging Cougars

By C. Scott Holland With over 1,000 fans present — including a large number of Flyers’ alumni from various years and the members of the 2022-23 team who received their Sutherland Cup rings — the current Ontario Junior Hockey League Flyers put on a defensive show as they beat the Burlington Cougars 2-1 on Thursday, December 21.

All of the scoring action took place in the opening period. Over the course of the other 40 minutes, the Flyers and starting goalie Sebastian Gatto played a strong defensive game.

Burlington opened the scoring midway through the period via a backhand shot that eluded Gatto, but that was the lone tally Gatto would allow as he made 35 saves to win the contest.

The hometown Flyers got rolling at 13:31 when Nick Mahy hooked a pass to Alex Cunningham whose rebound bounded to the left side of the Cougars’ net where Cameron Arquette pumped it into the net. Three minutes later, Anthony Ciaramitaro and Landon Bernard worked the puck around the Cougars’ net before Cade Bell flipped it past Cougars goalie Kyle Metson.

In the second, Burlington threw everything at the Flyers, getting 17 shots on Gatto, who turned them all aside. Neither

team scored the rest of the way although the Flyers had several good chances in the third including the final two minutes when Metson was lifted for an extra attacker.

Head coach Dale Mitchell wasn’t overly pleased with the effort but wasn’t disappointed either.

“I thought we played okay versus Burlington,” he said. “I don’t think it was our best game. We passed up a lot of opportunities to shoot and we need to manage the puck better.”

Mitchell added, “It was awesome to see the crowd and everyone back for the ring ceremony. Overall in the big picture, we are in a good spot and a lot better than September.”

The ring ceremony included last year’s Flyers players, coaches and staff receiving their Sutherland Cup rings prior to the opening faceoff. Local music star Billy Raffoul dropped the ceremonial first puck after visiting the Flyers dressing room to read out the opening lineup.

As for the alumni, about 100 former Flyers from all eras attended the game and spent plenty of time catching up with old friends in the northeast corner of the Highbury Arena.

The Flyers will have no home games this week.

On Friday, January 5, they travel to Collingwood, followed by a Saturday visit to Oakville.

Ontario Junior Hockey League West Conference Standings

Team Collingwood Milton Leamington Buffalo Georgetown Oakville Burlington Toronto Brantford Niagara Falls Caledon Mississauga

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L 5 6 9 13 14 10 13 15 20 24 24 30

T 0 2 4 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0

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PTS 61 54 48 42 40 39 38 34 31 21 16 10

Flyers’ forward Cade Bell rips the eventual winning goal into the top corner in the first period of the game between the Flyers and the Burlington Cougars on December 21.

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Flyers forward Adrian Bosev, who played on last year’s championship team, accepts a handshake and ring from Flyers ownership and management at the ring ceremony on December 21.

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Flyers statistician and general all-around stats guy, Scott Holland, unveiled a banner behind the Flyers’ bench in honour of the ring ceremony.

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Three former Flyers stalwarts in Doug (Bugsy) Lamb, Terry (Wacker) Jackson and Claire Gillanders met for a handshake and beverage at the north end of the arena during Alumni night.

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LOCAL HOCKEY TEAM FEATURED ON TSN

SOUTHPOINT CAPITALS BLUE U11 WIN TOURNEY

The Essex Thunder U11 girls hockey team was recently featured on TSN as part of the World Juniors coverage. Two players on the Thunder team, Peyton Ruston of Woodslee and Sloane Hopper of Leamington, are cousins of Team Canada forward Easton Cowan. The girls recorded a video wishing Easton and Team Canada good luck that was shown during TSN’s pre-game show on December 27th before Canada’s game against Latvia. Team members include, back row - Maddie McLeod, Isabelle Vickerd, Madison Hennin and Bri Tiessen; middle row - Delilah Fournier, Moorea Shepley, Heather Reeb, Sloane Hopper, Peyton Ruston, Victoria Thompson and Bradley Ribble; front - Paisley Grant.

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The Southpoint Capitals Blue U11 hockey team won their division in the annual Hockey For Hospice tournament held December 27-29. The Capitals defeated LaSalle White Lightning 4-0 in the championship game. Members of the winning team are, front row: Hanna Heinrichs and Ryan Hutchingame-Lumley. Second row: Ethan Prior, Mila Antonios and Evan Wright. Third row: Alex Renwick, Thomas Fischer, Emmitt Rempel, Nik Sawyer and Hunter Chambers. Back row: coaches Jason Chambers, Adam Rempel, Jesse Wright and Justin Renwick. A number of local teams participated in the tournament that raised more than $587,000 in support of the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County.

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Sharks split games to end the calendar year

By Greg Coulter The Wheatley Omstead Sharks closed out 2023 at home with a decisive win over Dresden and a loss in a tight defensive battle to Lakeshore.

Braedon Caetano, Kyle Kelly and Shannon Olson lead the 5-1 win over Dresden with a goal and assist each. Vito Alfano and Brady Drouillard added singles as well.

Kyle Bleau earned two assists with singles going to Braydon Metcalfe, Colm Smith and Darby Drouillard. Jackson Drysdale backstopped the win with 23 saves with the Sharks firing 39.

Lakeshore took full advantage of special teams

with three power-play goals in the second period to secure the win. After a scoreless first period, the Sharks added their own in the second with both teams emphasizing a smothering defence in the third, to see a final 3-1 score. Ethan Handley put out a superb effort facing 31 shots with the Sharks firing 19.

The Sharks open the new year on January 3 with a tough home and home against Essex.

“We’ll have to be ready to go as we start our push to the playoffs,” said head coach Josh Carnevale, stressing the importance of a good start after the holidays.

Provincial Junior Hockey League West Stobbs Division Standings

Team Lakeshore Essex Wheatley Blenheim Mooretown Dresden Amherstburg Walpole Island

GP 27 26 27 28 27 25 26 26

W 24 21 18 18 8 5 5 4

L 3 2 7 9 13 19 21 22

OTL 0 1 1 0 4 1 0 0

T 0 2 1 1 2 0 0 0

PTS 48 45 38 37 22 11 10 8

Raceway gets 13 dates for 2024 season Leamington Raceway — under the auspices of the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association — has been granted 13 race dates for 2024.

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Opening day will be Sunday, August 11 with the wrap up on November 3.

Evan Cote’s tap-in goal is thwarted at the last second by a Dresden defender on a perfect feed from Josh Chauvin. The Sharks went on to secure a 5-1 victory in their last home game of the calendar year.

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Golden Years mini golf report Following a delicious and noisy Christmas breakfast celebration on December 21, 62 Golden Years golfers took to the course at Colasanti’s to sink 90 holes-in-one during the last golf for 2023.

Leading the pack with 5 aces was Jamie Arquette, with Allan Munson, Greg Broome and Walter Balsam hot on his heels with 4. Sinking 3 each were Erle Nash, Bill Taylor, Tom Hyatt, Debbie Clinton, Barb Haas, Kaz Wszol, Bill Ward, Lois Hudvagner and Laurie Hylton, while 2 aces were recorded by Linda Laven-

der, Roger Shires, Mavis Rutter, Kathy Bechard, Tom Bondy, Keith Hopper, Barry Sweet, Lloyd Symons, Pam Piccinato, Bryon Walker, Jack Bostin, Linda Chiasson, Ron Fick, Bill Mayville and Andy Orsini. A single ace was scored by Shran Collins, Bob Springthorpe, Carol Hylton, Theresa Decaluwe, Penny McMurphy, Carolyn Dufour, Bill Edwards, Nick Penzari, Colleen Pearse, Tony Hudvagner, Monique Benfield, Denise Munson, John Murphy, Julia Kos, Giselle Lapointe and Nancy Springthorpe.

Top 18 hole scores were:

Tom Bondy 35; Allan Munson, Debbie Clinton Tom Hyatt and Bill Ward 36; Laurie Hylton, Andy Orsini, Tom Hyatt, Barry Sweet, Jamie Arquette and Keith Hopper 37; Julia Kos, Walter Balsam, Lloyd Symons, Greg Broome, Bob Springthorpe, Bill Taylor, Barb Haas, Mavis Rutter, John Murphy, Laurie Hylton, Andy Orsini, Debbie Clinton, Bill Ward and Jamie Arquette 38; Kathy Bechard, Roger Shires, Bill Mayville, Carol Hylton, Shran Collins and Ray Foster 39.

Leaders over 36 holes were Tom Hyatt with a scorching 73, Debbie Clin-

ton and Bill Ward close behind with 74, Laurie Hylton, Andy Orsini, Jamie Arquette with 75, John Murphy 77, Mavis Rutter and Greg Broome 78, and Allan Munson, Bill Mayville, Barb Haas and Barry Sweet all with 79.

First place was Team Aces (Laurie Hylton, Kathy Bechard, Andy Orsini) with 229. Team 10 (Tom Bondy, Jamie Arquette, Mary Ann Sherman, Keith Hopper) placed second with 230.

In third place was Team 9 (Denise Munson, Barry Sweet, John Murphy, Lloyd Symons) with 234.

Express to play pre-season game in C-K

The Windsor Express has announced a preseason game scheduled to be played in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent on Saturday, January 6 at St. Clair College HealthPlex Gym. This is the second time the Express will be hosting a preseason game in Chatham.

Windsor will tip-off against Milwaukee’s NPBA Elite at 7pm.

Prior to the Express game, Ursuline College Chatham will tip-off against St. Anne Catholic High School Senior Boys Basketball Team at 4:30pm.

The evening will showcase a double header as well as entertainment and activities for fans of all ages.

Doors open at 4 pm.

By partnering with the Express, the Chatham Barbers and The Closet Inc. are providing free general admission tickets to the community. Tickets will include access to both games.

“We’re looking forward

to kicking off our inaugural season in the Basketball Super League with this preseason game in Chatham. Chatham Barbers and The Closet Inc. are community leaders in Chatham and we are excited to partner with them to provide the community the opportunity to enjoy two exciting basketball games for free,” said Express President and CEO, Dartis Willis.

Fans are encouraged to reserve their free general admission tickets online at www.windsorexpress.

ca as limited tickets are available.

Courtside tickets also available at $20.

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