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ONTARIO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford — citing skyrocketing numbers of new COVID-19 cases — announced on Monday that Ontario will return to a modified Step 2 in the Ontario Plan to Re-open effective Wednesday morning, January 5, at 12:01 am. With this announcement comes a number of restrictions, including the closing of indoor dining at restaurants, Christmas break at schools being extended, and gathering restrictions for indoor and outdoors. Schools will remain closed until at least January 17 and the rest of the new restrictions will remain in place for 21 days, which puts January 26 as the target date for lifting of restrictions, provided numbers remain stable. “We face a tsunami of cases in the days and weeks ahead,” said Ford. “We have to act now to ease pressure on our hospitals.” Ford said that experts expect thousands of daily new cases of the Omicron variant in the coming weeks, which could mean thousands of hospital admissions for COVID-19. Although evidence shows that Omicron will be less severe than previous variants, it is highly contagious comparted to previous versions of the virus. According to Ford, about one per cent of Omicron cases will end up hospitalized, which is generally a small percentage, but with the vast number of cases and the quickly-spreading disease, this will bring hospitalizations up at an alarming rate. Starting today, social gatherings will be limited to five people indoors and 10 outdoors. Restaurants and bars will be closed for indoor dining and only allow takeout, delivery and patio dining. All students in Ontario will transition to online learning until at least January 17. All theatres, concert venues and indoor sports and fitness facilities will be closed. Personal care businesses will be allowed to operate under 50 per cent capacity limits. Indoor weddings, funerals and religious services, rites and ceremonies will be limited to 50 per cent capacity of that particular room. Visit Ontario.ca for updated and complete restriction details.
FINALLY ... SOME WINTER FUN
LEAMINGTON — Our White Christmas didn’t materialize, but the new year started off with a snowfall that provided some winter fun for local youngsters. Waking up to a snow-covered yard on Sunday, January 2, meant some outdoor fun could be had. Young Chase Pulley took his first ride on his new Sno-Racer on Sunday as he and his brother Mason enjoyed the wintery bluster at Seacliff Park. The pair had the hill to themselves for a short time before other local sledders arrived to brave the cold wind and icy slopes. SUN photo
Trevor Jones accepts PC nomination in upcoming election LEAMINGTON — Leamington idents of Chatham-Kent-Leamcouncillor Trevor Jones has accepted ington as their MPP. the nomination to run in the upcom“It’s a special calling,” Jones ing Provincial Election as a Progrestold the Southpoint Sun. “I besive Conservative candidate. lieve in Chatham-Kent LeamingJones will run in the riding of ton.” Chatham-Kent Leamington, looking The graduate of Leamington to fill the seat of former PC MPP for District Secondary School and Chatham-Kent Leamington, Rick University of Windsor has been Nicholls. on Leamington Council since Nicholls was removed from the December 2020 when he was apPC caucus in August of 2021 for TREVOR JONES pointed to the vacant seat created refusing to be vaccinated against by the sudden passing of longCOVID-19. time councillor John Jacobs. He had been the Jones says he is honoured and humbled next highest vote total in the 2018 municipal to have an opportunity to represent the res- election.
In terms of what the future holds, Jones says it’s business as usual on Leamington council and that many elected members of provincial parliament get their start in municipal politics. “I’ll continue doing my thing to the best of my abilities,” he said. Besides being a dedicated councillor, Jones has a full-time job and is a busy dad and volunteer and past president of the Rotary Club of Leamington. Jones had a distinguished career with the OPP in Chatham-Kent and Leamington before joining the produce industry. The provincial election is June 2, 2022. The next municipal election is in October.
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Wheatley investigators prepared for gas release WHEATLEY — Officials on scene in Wheatley have completed preparations to safely vent gas in anticipation of another gas release. Based on history, a release is expected within the next few days. The pattern of a gas buildup and release has taken place between 38 and 47 days since gas was first discovered in the downtown area June 2. A flame may be visible to nearby residents
during the release. A second well was recently confirmed during excavation efforts and experts on site have been able to connect the well to a test separator. The test separator will divert any water from the well to a holding tank for safe disposal and send any gasses to a temporary venting stack with the capability to flare. The test separator will also allow for sampling and data recording during a gas re-
lease which will provide valuable data to the team. Petroleum inspectors from the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (NDMNRF) have been on site to collect information. Fire and Emergency Service and security personnel will continue to be present at the site. According to the most recent media release on December 30, resident visits and building win-
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“Seeing the smiles on the faces of the families when we drop off the presents make this so worth it,” said Laura Fanjoy, Program Leader for Settlement Services. “We are happy to make even the slightest impact on their holiday season.” It took generosity from several organizations to pull it off. Mucci Farms, the Hasan Group - REMAX, Bliss Wellness Studio, UMEI Christian High School, South Shore Rotary, SECC staff and volunteers, and several community members supported the project by donating gifts, grocery cards and money for the deserving families.
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Boulders moved aside at Hillman Beach continue to provide illegal access to ATV riders. These boulders had been moved back in place by ERCA on December 23, but by Boxing Day they had already been displaced. Photo courtesy of Wayne King
ERCA warns of trespassing at Hillman Marsh
LEAMINGTON – Trespassing ATV riders at Hillman Marsh’s East Beach have created chaos along Leamington’s already fragile eastern shoreline in recent weeks. The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) has placed large boulders in the parking lot there to deter motorized vehicles from entering the area, but those boulders are being moved to gain access. This prompted ERCA to issue a statement on December 23. “Over the past month, significant construction works have been ongoing at Hillman Marsh Conservation Area. Rehabilitation of the dykes is being conducted in partnership with Ducks Unlimited Canada, while Wheatley Harbour has been accessing the site regularly to provide sand replenishment,” the statement said. It seems that, by providing access for construction traffic to conduct these uses, a number of four-wheel drive vehicles, UTV and ATV users have gained unlawful access to the site and are creating significant negative impacts. “ATV and any motorized vehicles are strictly prohibited in all conservation areas, including Hillman Marsh,” said Tim Byrne, CAO, Essex Region Conservation Authority. “In addition to causing further erosion at
this already fragile area, these unlawful activities are also potentially disturbing nesting habitats for a number of endangered species.” After the statement’s release, however, local residents noticed that the ATVs continued with their trespassing, with photos on Boxing Day showing the new blockade boulders being moved once again and ATV tracks up and down the beach. The Hillman Beach has been an ongoing concern for residents and neighbours for the past couple of years as erosion has caused the beach to virtually disappear at its southernmost end and a large breach open up into Hillman Marsh. ERCA continues to remind the community that motorized vehicles are not permitted for use in conservation areas and along trails. “Local authorities have been contacted and will work with ERCA to help stop this illegal access which is resulting in environment degradation,” said the statement. Penalties can be assigned through the Conservation Authorities Act and the Trespass to Properties Act. If someone is found disturbing and or destroying habitat and or species identified under the Endangered Species Act, they could face significant additional penalties.
LEAMINGTON — A group of six students from Comber Centennial School have marked their third year of making Christmas Cards for patients and staff at Erie Shores HealthCare. The group delivered their 70 handmade cards to the hospital on Wednesday, December 22. In the back are Priyanka Philip, Director Outpatient Services, and Melissa Cowan, Manager of Access & Flow, from Erie Shores HealthCare. In front are Lauren Meadows, Lily Mayhew, Tanner Langley and Hudson Langley. Absent from the photo are McKenna Dupuis and Kaley Desjardins. SUN photo
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WHEATLEY — Izzy (Isabella) DiGiovanni-Lapoint (11) and her brother Jackson (6) receive a weekly allowance and have been taught to divide it up into three categories - save, spend and share. After hearing about the explosion in Wheatley, they decided to pool their “share” monies and help out. Mom and Dad matched those funds, they went shopping and pricematched for items in demand, as well as some “treats”. These two motivated children also drew up a poster and circulated it to their neighbours, arranging a “pick up from your porch” service to collect more items for the cause. In the top photo are Jackson and Izzy with Susan Fulmer of the Wheatley Resource Centre. The bottom photo shows the poster the siblings made to help their cause. Photos submitted
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LEAMINGTON — The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), in partnership with the Municipality of Leamington and the County of Essex, has reopened a mass vaccination clinic at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre (formerly Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex). The clinic opened today, Wednesday, January 5 and will have appointments available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The clinic will be providing first, second and third doses. Appointments will be required and drop-ins are not permitted at this time. Booking of appointments began on December 29. For booking information and additional information on eligibility, visit www.WEVax.ca or call 226-773-2200. “I am extremely proud of our Leamington residents that have stepped up to become fully vaccinated over the last year. However, our work isn’t done,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “We need everyone who is eligible to get their booster shot as soon as possible, and the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre is a great convenient place to do just that. Please go online and book appointments for you and your family as soon as you can.” “Health care workers across the region are ramping up their efforts and working double-time
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over the holiday season to get vaccines in as many arms as possible in response to the highly-transmissible Omicron variant,” said Warden Gary McNamara. “Please, help our health care heroes help you by getting vaccinated, getting your booster as soon as you are eligible and helpThe gymnasium at the Nature ing ensure elderly Fresh Farms Recreation Centre friends or family will once again host a mass vacmembers get their cination clinic. The clinic opened in March of last year and closed in booster as well.” As part of the August as demand dwindled. SUN photo efforts to provide more vaccination “We observed firstclinics in the County hand at our pop-up clinof Essex, the WECHU, ics the demand for third in partnership with the dose boosters in our comCommunity Response munity,” said Erie Shores and Stabilization Team HealthCare President (a partnership between and CEO Kristin KenneErie Shores HealthCare dy, who continued, “This and Essex-Windsor EMS), enhanced model will proand the Town of Kings- vide much needed vacciville is also working with nation capacity.” employers of Temporary COVID-19 vaccines Foreign Workers (TFWs) are also available at local in the agricultural sector participating pharmacies, to provide an upcoming the Devonshire Mall mass series of COVID-19 vac- vaccination site (by apcine clinics. These clinics pointment), Nature Fresh are specifically designed Farms Recreation Centre to provide vaccination to and through participating TFWs working and liv- healthcare providers, and ing in Windsor and Essex at community pop-up County. Direct commu- vaccination clinics. Third nication has already oc- dose appointments are curred with the employ- available for those over ers. For more information the age of 18 and must be on this initiative, call 519- scheduled three months 258-2146 and dial 6. (or 84 days) after a second “The ultimate goal is to dose. get as many people living Please do not attend in our community vacci- your appointment or a nated to help reduce the vaccination clinic if you impact of the virus,” said are sick or have been Kingsville Mayor Nelson asked to self-isolate. Santos. “A clinic dedicatIf you do not have a ed to Temporary Foreign health card, you can still Workers is an ideal way get a vaccine by presentto ensure there is enough ing another form of a capacity for our entire government issued-photo community, including identification. those most vulnerable.”
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LEAMINGTON — A Kingsville couple are the proud parents of this year’s New Year’s Baby at Erie Shores HealthCare. Andrea and Joe Muresan welcomed their son, Leonidas Frederick Muresan on Monday, January 3 at 1:36 pm, weighing in at 8 lbs 13 oz. Photo courtesy of Erie Shores HealthCare
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Is January really that jolly? Every time January rolls around, I think back to my music class at good old Gore Hill and recall many of those childhood ditties that Mrs. White taught us. Up until a basement flood a few years back, I had kept my black duo-tang full of copies of the songs she taught us from Grade 3 through Grade 6. It seemed that winter may have been one of Mrs. White’s favourite seasons, because I remember more winter-themed songs than the other seasons. I had to look up most of them on the old Google machine, since nobody else in my life remembers those songs. Of course, Here Comes Suzy Snow-
flake is likely the most famous of those few winter songs I remember, but people will still say they’ve never heard that before. Rosemary Clooney had one of the more recognizable recordings of that. January Jolly, February Bold is another that she taught us about winter months. Could never figure out why January was jolly. To me it’s more depressing than any other month. But to each their own. Of course, It’s a Marshmallow World came along in those later grades and although often considered among the Christmas songs, it really isn’t. Jingle Bells and Winter Wonderland aren’t Christmas songs either but for
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some reason, we don’t hear them on the radio after the holidays. The Skating Song was also a childhood favourite of mine from those early, prerock and roll days. As a music buff — even as a kid — it always excited me when Mrs. White handed out those blue-ink Ditto copies of songs she wanted us to learn. They were always on ‘foolscap’, which is a size of paper I don’t think they even produce anymore. Sometimes the copies were still a little wet and the ink was always a light blue. The smell was very distinctive and I’m sure if I could smell a fresh
Mark Ribble copy today, it would bring me back to the late 1960s. Over time, those Ditto copies faded, even within my duo-tang which sat in a dark closet for years, with the bottom of each sheet folded up to fit inside. But those memories — they haven’t faded — and Mrs. White will always hold a special place in those memories for instilling a love of music in the younger version of me.
This 1929 McLaughlin-Buick is driven! Bill McLaughlin of Toronto owns a 1929 McLaughlin-Buick Model 29-44 roadster built in Oshawa, sold new in Montreal, bought by the second owner in 1949, and parked in a barn in 1957: “Twenty years later,” says Bill, “I purchased the car and had it brought on the back of a truck to Toronto. With the help of several people, I got it back on the road and began driving it. I also took a night school engine course at Centennial College. “I’ve done over 70,000 miles since I got it and have attended Buick
Nationals as far away as Atlanta and Denver. I’ve done lots of mechanical work but kept the paint original until my 2012 carb fire, when I had the hood repainted. The six-cylinder overhead-valve engine is being rebuilt again at Fawcett Motors in Whitby after 60,000 miles. “My car came with optional wire wheels, side-mounts, a trunk rack, and full rear bumper. I spent eight years collecting parts to change to the optional disc wheels. A Philco radio was installed, circa 1932, and it still works.” Bill’s father, Earle
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The teams traded early goals and the opposition fired a late first-period marker and carried a 2-1 lead into the third. With a dogged determination, the locals tied the score, only to find themselves having to kill a late penalty. Keagan Duarte blocked a shot at the blue line, outraced two defenders and rammed home the winning marker. Despite another late penalty and facing a 6-on-4, the penalty killers shut down any scoring chances, sealing the 3-2 victory. Ryan Sadler earned MVP honours.
With the season now on hold they eagerly await a berth in the international finals in Sarnia. Team members are Dario Graziano, Easton Fillion, Mason Coulter, Landen Seguin, Ted VanGellecum, Nolan Jones, Blaine Mongeau, Jake Weston, Ryan Sadler, Nolan McMurren, Noah Kalifhe, Adam Enns, Gio Spano, Lincoln Kniaziew, Keagan Duarte, Paul George and Judah Raffoul. Coaches are Matt Coulter, Greg Coulter, Bubba Jones and Gaspare Graziano.
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ALVINSTON — This hockey season saw a merger of longtime rivals, Southpoint Capitals and Essex Ravens travel hockey teams. In tournament play at all levels, these teams have enjoyed great success. The latest group of U11 players competed in the Alvinston Silver Stick regional qualifier over the Christmas break and took top honours. Game one saw end-to-end action against Mt. Brydges. After two scoreless periods, the opposition broke the ice but the locals roared right back to tie the score, leaving the game in a deadlock.
Landen Seguin earned MVP honours for the Caps. Game two saw a smothering defensive effort en route to a decisive 3-0 shutout over Oakville. Dario Graziano earned the shutout, while Lincoln Kniaziew earned game MVP. Game three versus St. Thomas found the boys down by a goal midway through the third but they roared back with four unanswered tallies in a five-minute span. With a 4-2 victory, the Caps were now qualified for the finals in a rematch with Mt. Brydges.
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JANUARY CLASSES CANCELLED UNTIL RESTRICTIONS ARE LIFTED. 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. ONGOING MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-7907739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com
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 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519326-2388. Everyone welcome. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meeting dates are January 5th and the 19th. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us. 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.
DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamington Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283. 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. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519999-1234. 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 519-3260612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net. KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE PROGRAMS - Located at 1860 Division Rd N., Kingsville. Call 226-773-5830 for more information. Counselling Service with Diane O’Brien — Diane provides counselling in many areas by appointment only. Milk Bag Creations — Help turn clean milk bags into woven mats to be used by those in need. 10 am until noon. Yarn Social Time — Bring
your project and enjoy time with others. 10 am until noon. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Centre Café – gather to meet friend or just have a coffee and snack on us. Free wifi. 9 am until noon. Advocacy Services — Confidential assistance to help you access available services. 9 am until noon. Computer Kiosk — Use of computer for residents for such tasks as completing a resume, printing off documents etc. 9 am until noon. Tai Chi — A class for everyone. Join instructor Greg as he leads the class through various tai chi moves. 10 am to 11 am. Self Defence — All ages and skill levels. Greg kicks it up a notch with karate style moves. 10 am to 11 am. Tutoring with Jennifer — Math and language tutoring for children in primary/junior grades. Contact the centre to reserve. 4 pm. RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580. PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in ChathamKent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes. Wellness Together Canada offers FREE, 24/7 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE SUPPORT WITH NO WAIT TIMES for Canadians of all ages, in every province and territory and in both official languages. Funded by the Government of Canada. More info at https:// wellnesstogether.ca/en-CA. Phone counselling
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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.
Kingsville Championship Hockey Team, 1954-55. Front row, l to r: Roy Fitzpatrick, Roy Coghill, Ken Livesey, Jack Rumble, Ed Thiessen. Middle row, l to r: Bill Statham, Cliff McGillivray, Bev Rankin, Charles A Look Leamington’ Past courtesy Scott Holland Campbell, Regat Switzer, Walter Pope, s Fred Moore. Back row, l of to r:C. Doug Layman, Rudy Thiessen, Ed Reimer, Jack Lewis, Ken Ponsford, Steve Cull, Foster Hutton, Don Bailey, Fred Livesey.
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.
Jan. 2, 1990 - Ian Rogers, age 5, guards his net on the frozen water of the Pt. Pelee marsh as many locals took to skating on the ice for the first time in a number of years.
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1967 Wheatley Junior Hardball League Leaders - Front row: Ed Sallmen, Ken Bradley, Ken
Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall Elliott, Rick Imeson, Corky Whittal. Middle: Manager Alf Philcox, Coach Jack Marley, Don and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If Latam, Mac Higgins. In back: Gerry Denys, Dale Pickle, Roger Cowan, Larry Schmidt, Bill nothing else, it’s aKen quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! Hyatt. Absent Roadhouse.
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From the Leamington Post January 8, 1986
At its meeting next week, Leamington council is expected to rescind its bylaw that prevents vehicles from parking on streets overnight during the winter. That is expected to be an 11-month reprieve, because the same motion will say the bylaw will come back into effect on November 1, 1986. The original bylaw, passed in October, went completely unnoticed until about 200 car owners were ticketed in mid-December. Town Clerk Bill Marck said the town hall was inundated with residents paying the $5 tickets and also lodging complaints over the bylaw. —— The Ouellette family of Chatham was busy ice fishing in their shanty off the Leamington Dock last Thursday. The fishing wasn’t bad but getting out and coming back were a real challenge in whiteout conditions. —— If a church wants a sidewalk, it will have to pay, according to Leamington council. They were replying to a request from United Mennonite Church on Oak Street East that a sidewalk be built along church property. —— There hasn’t been a band or drum corps in Leamington for about three years, but town council doesn’t want to let any future effort be hindered by selling off the Townsmen’s equipment. At last week’s meeting, council considered a move that would allow the Portuguese Club Band and the Kingsville-Essex Associated Band first and second choice at purchasing the Townsmen equipment. Councillor Don Nicholson moved that the town should rent or lease the equipment for the time being so that any future reincarnation of the Townsmen doesn’t have to start from scratch. —— John LaMarsh of the Leamington BIA recently presented fFred and Gail McKeen of Staples with two tickets to Venezuela as part of the BIA’s Dream Vacation giveaway. The couple filled out their ballot at Schwab’s Delicatessen. It was one of over 6,000 ballots in the draw. —— Agriculture Minister John Wise announced the same number of foreign season agricultural workers that were authorized to enter Canada last year — 5,005 — has been approved for the 1986 season. From the Kingsville Reporter January 8, 1986
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Leamington District Memorial Hospital’s first baby of 1986 is Matthew Hillier, son of David and Wendy Hillier (nee Ford). Matthew weighted in at 10 lbs and 2 oz. —— It was another exciting Saturday as
Knight’s Sanitation defeated Cape Cod Hobby 1-0 in Novice house league play. Jason Kraus scored the game’s only goal midway through the second period with assists from Mike Dresser and Greg Maxey. Robbie Hinchcliffe turned in a solid performance for the shutout. Knights then turned around and shut out the Slug Bugs 4-0. Hinchcliffe, playing forward, scored twice for the winners. Maxey and Dresser added singles. Ryan Scratch recorded the shutout. —— The Kingsville Peewee A team defeated Riverside to win the championship of the recent Kingsville-Gosfield South Peewee Tournament. After falling behind 3-0 to Riverside, the locals stormed back for a 4-3 victory. Kingsville goal scorers included Tige Melton, Jamie Farias and Ryan Merritt, who had two. Goalie Scott Connelly shut the door on Riverside after the Kingsville rally. From the Wheatley Journal January 8, 1986
Wheatley Council and business leaders hosted an impromptu meeting on December 31 to discuss the effects of the fire that destroyed the Wheatley Legion building on Christmas Eve. Wheatley Reeve Larry McDonald acted as chairman for the meeting and expressed his regret at the loss of the Legion hall from the downtown area of the village. The fire struck about 8 pm on Christmas Eve, just hours after the branch had closed for the holidays. A ventilating fan upstairs was blamed for the fire. Local firefighters fought the stubborn blaze for about six hours. Legion President Nelson Rutt said insurance company representatives were able to tour the structure on December 30. —— The Detroit Red Wing Alumni will make a stop in Wheatley on January 17 as they suit up to play an exhibition game against the South Essex Hockey League All-Stars at Wheatley Arena. Proceeds from the game will benefit the Essex County Burn Unit Foundation. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for children, available at the fire department and at the arena. The Red Wings are very excited about coming to Wheatley. A social is planned at the Community Hall after the game, which will include a fish dinner. Among the stars expected are long-time captain Alex Delvecchio, Nick Libett and Johnny Wilson. —— Over the holidays, the Wheatley Midget travel hockey team added to their recent string of losses when they were eliminated in the early rounds of the Tilbury Minor Hockey Tournament. In game one, Wheatley lost to Amherstburg 5-2 and then lost 6-4 to Sandwich West. The Omstead Midgets then jumped out to a 4-0 lead in game three but watched Tilbury roar back and tie it 4-4.
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Hospital restricts visitors due to COVID surge
LEAMINGTON – With cases of COVID-19 increasing rapidly in the community, Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) has implemented a ‘no visitors’ policy with only limited exceptions, which came into effect on December 30, 2021. According to a news release issued last week, this action is being taken out of extreme caution for the safety of both patients and staff. “This was not an easy decision, and ESHC can appreciate this will cause anxiety and stress for our patients and their loved ones,” said the statement. “However, it was necessary as COVID cases rise in Ontario. As you know, ease of spread, climbing transmission rates, and increased positive rates for tests, are putting unprecedented pressure on capacity within the system.” ESHC has introduced limited exceptions to their no visitor policy: • One visit by one visitor to a patient who is actively dying.
• One support person for a woman in labour. • One parent/guardian of an ill newborn, child or youth. • One support person per patient with dementia/cognitive impairment. ESHC utilizes medical translation services, but a translator will be allowed in only if necessary. “ESHC remains committed to patient and family-centered care and will make every effort to ensure that the needs of patients and families are met while these temporary measures are in place,” the statement said. “We pledge to support family presence to ensure the emotional wellbeing of patients by allowing alternative options to in-person visitation with our Virtual Visit Program.” Anyone who has specific questions about this temporary measure, including the policy on dropping off personal items, should visit: https://www. erieshoreshealthcare.ca/visitorhours.
LIONS CLUB DONATES TO SALVATION ARMY LEAMINGTON – The Leamington Lions Club recently presented a cheque for $1,500 to the Leamington Salvation Army. Lions Club members raised the funds by working bingos at Chances Gaming Lounge. From left to right are Lion Bruce Medcalf, Lion Larry
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A Note of Thanks
The Kingsville Goodfellows Wish to thank everyone who donated food, money, toys, etc. to help fill the baskets for the Goodfellows at Christmas time. We would also like to thank all the volunteers who gave hours of their time, packing and assisting in distribution of the baskets, etc. Special thanks to Kingsville District High, Kingsville Public and Jack Miner Public Schools for their food drives. And to local businesses for posting flyers and collecting toys.
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Leamington teen helping neighbours, hospital By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Local teenager Eric Dominguez has come up with a way to help his community and also help the Erie Shores Health Foundation. Last year, Eric went throughout his neighbourhood, shoveling snow for anyone who needed it. Although he didn’t charge for it, most of the neighbours gave him a tip for helping them out. This year, armed with his shovel and a will to help the local hospital, the 19-year-old decided to for-
ward any donations to the Health Foundation. He’s taken on the moniker of ‘Leamington’s Little Helper’ and will shovel driveways and walkways for donations, which will all go to the Erie Shores Health Foundation. The Leamington’s Little Helper initiative doesn’t end with shoveling, however. Eric explained that it’s his nature to be helpful within his community. “I have a dream to help as many people as I can in Leamington” he says. “I’m 100 per cent focused on the shoveling right
now, but I have a long term goal to bring smiles to our community.” If you’d like your driveway or walkway shoveled and you live anywhere in Leamington, Eric would be happy to help you out and — in turn — help out the local hospital. He can be reached at 519-322-8746 (call or text), or email eric33d02@ gmail.com or he can also be found on Instagram at eric_dominguez2002. The Erie Shores Health Foundation Facebook page also has contact information for Eric.
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Eric Dominguez is ready to shovel your snow and collect donations for the Erie Shores Health Foundation. Photo submitted
Leonardo Mastronardi
It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, brother and uncle. Leonardo Mastronardi, 91 years, born in Villa Canale, Italy, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Erie Shores Hospice. Loving husband of 71 years to Lina Mastronardi. Devoted father to Mary Brunato (Peter), Lily Mastronardi and Sandy Travaux. Truly amazing Nonno to Megan (Greg), Zachary (Sarah), Mackenzie (Nick), Joshua, Austin ( Julia) and Jordan. Bis Nonno to Silas, Olive, Otto, Greta, Cora and Leo. Cherished brother to Mike Mastronardi (Anna). Predeceased by his parents, Vincenzo and Christina Mastronardi, and his sister, Michelina Ingratta (Nick). Nonno Leonard could grow anything, whether it be in his garden or greenhouses. His life was punctuated by coffee time; between café macchiatos, he cranked the sausage machine, played endless hours of Scopa and wintered in Florida. His bottomless cookie drawer will continue. Our most sincere thank you to Dr. Chowdhry, Dr. Providence, Dr. Burgess, Erie Shores Hospice, CCAC, Paramed, VON and the entire Chartwell staff for the superb care and compassion shown to Papa. You have our deepest appreciation. You are all heroes. A private family funeral was held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Erie Shores Hospice (Hospice Erie Shores Campus) are welcomed. Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
CHATHAM-KENT — On Monday, January 3, the Premier of Ontario announced that all publicly funded and private schools will move to remote learning starting January 5 until at least Jan-
Victor Reynaert
Victor Reynaert, 80 years, passed away peacefully at Erie Shores HealthCare on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Loving husband of almost 60 years to Pat. Adored dad of Lynn Dunn (Tom) and Mike ( Joan). Beloved gramps Bryan Proof of of obituary to run (Victoria), Jennifer ( Jeff ), Jason (Lisa), Kevin (Emma), Elyse (Brandon) and January Jessica. Great5, 2022 grandpa of Libbey,Southpoint Ivy, Elle, Thomas, Sun Audrey and Miles. $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Vic was one of the original members of the Talbot Trail Golf Club. He had a passion for the game of golf and could often be seen playing, hittingplease balls andemail walking number Any changes 8 Fairway even in winter. Vic was a life member of the sun@southpointsun.ca Wheatley Kinsmen Club, was a well-respected member of Thanks. the community, and served on many boards throughout his life. He will be greatly missed by family and many friends. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will take place. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Erie Shores HealthCare by contacting Reid Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
uary 17. School buildings will be permitted to open for child care operations, including emergency child care. Child care will remain open for the duration of these time-limited public health actions. This includes child care offered in licensed child care centres and in homebased settings. The safest option for families is to have children remain at home, if possible. To support the parents of school-aged children who may not be able to support their child’s learning at home, the Ministry of Education will be implementing a targeted emergency child care program for school-
aged children, at no cost to eligible parents, from January 5-17, 2022. Operators of before and after school programs that are required to close from January 5-17, 2022 are prohibited from charging fees or otherwise penalizing parents during this time period (e.g., parents must not lose their respective child care spaces). Planning for Emergency Child Care is underway. Please check chatham-kent.ca for further information regarding locations of emergency child care, the list of eligible workers, and the application process.
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GREENHOUSE WORKER POSITIONS AVAILABLE at Ridge Farms in Leamington - Job duties include winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, ability to distinguish between colours, working with sprayer, clipping, suckering, lowering, deleafing, grading and transplanting crops, sorting, packing and stacking produce, detecting disease in crop, greenhouse clean-up and other duties as assigned. Job requires standing bending, kneeling for long periods of time, and working under hot, dusty, humid conditions. Fastpace environment, work under pressure, repetitive tasks, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, handeye coordination Sitting, combination of sitting, standing & walking, standing for extended periods. Location - rural area, working at heights in dusty, hot and humid conditions. $15.00 per hour, minimum 48 - 60 hours/week including weekends. Permanent full time seasonal position. No education or experience required. Please forward your resume by email to ridgefarms@sympatico.ca. de15-tfn _____________________________
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Flyers Blank Stars In Last Contest of 2021 By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — In an extremely fast-paced game on Dec.23, the Leamington Flyers jumped into a firstplace tie with the London Nationals by beating the St. Thomas Stars 4-0 in front of 255 fans here. Flyers’ starter Boe Piroski had his best outing yet as he halted 41 shots while his counterpart Owen Willmore faced 31. Despite the Stars outshooting the Flyers 18-9 in the opening frame, the Flyers got on the scoreboard first when Ryan Blackburn converted the handiwork of Sylvain Lessard and Luka Milosevic. That lone tally would stand as the eventual game-winner. Both sides traded offensive volleys as well as plenty of hard GAVIN GRUNDNER hitting. It was late in the second when the Flyers added a second tally to put pressure on the Stars. That second goal also turned the contest into an end-to-end offensive gem. Flyers’ AP player Alec Webster shone and on the second goal he took Ryan MacPherson’s feed and banged the puck at Willmore during a goalmouth scramble. Initially Webster was credited with the marker, but a video replay showed it was Gavin Grundner who scored and Webster got the helper. At 2:36 of the third, Boe Piroski passed the puck to Seth Martineau who connected with Grundner for a backhander from the left side of the St. Thomas net. The highlight of the shutout came with the fourth goal when Webster hooked up with Gabe Piccolo to set up a wide-open Connor MacPherson who was on the left doorstep of the Stars’ net and scored the final goal. From that juncture on, the Flyers played strong defensively to help Piroski earn the team’s first shutout of the campaign. Due to Monday’s provincial announcement, the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre is closed as of today, Wednesday, January 5 for any hockey-related activities. This will effectively pause the season for the Flyers, but an official announcement from the GOJHL was not yet available at press time.
It was busy around the Flyers net as Boe Piroski halts a St. Thomas scoring attempt with Luka Milosevic (66) handling Stars forward Tristen Roberts in the slot. Nolan McKibbin (20) chases the puck while Gavin Grundner (40) closes in on Tanner Dietz. Scott Holland photoa
Ice Dogs sign Flyers’ Piroski
NIAGARA — The Niagra Ice Dogs of the OHL have inked a contract with Leamington Flyers goaltender Boe Piroski. The announcement was made December 30 by Ice Dogs’ General Manager Joey Burke. The 2004-born Amherstburg native has played nine games and tallied seven wins with the Leamington Fly-
ers this season, with a GAA of 2.34, and a SV% of 0.936. Piroski was selected in the first round (20th overall) by the Ice Dogs in the 2021 OHL U18 Draft. “This is an exciting addition to the Ice Dogs family,” said Burke. “Boe is a guy who has impressed us for years and has really elevated his game this season
Close contests in senior men’s hockey By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — There were a couple of close contests in recent Leamington Senior Men’s hockey as Gualtieri edged Gabriele and Reid topped Chrysler. GUALTIERI 7 GABRIELE’S 6 Gualtieri Farms hung on to hold off a late Ga-
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In honour of Bill Hyatt, JoAnn Hyatt, son Brad, daughter Cindy and their families drop the ceremonial puck to start the last home game of 2021. Sharks captain Braydon Davis and Flags captain Jake Vince take part.
Braedon Caetano buries the game winner with his third of the game after Matt Carvalho drove to the net with the puck to create the goalmouth chaos.
By Greg Coulter WHEATLEY — In front of the largest crowd of the season, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks closed out 2021 with a masterful performance en route to 4-3 victory over Mooretown. After battling through a scoreless first period, the Sharks carried a 4-2 lead into the third before a late goal by the opposition kept the fans glued to their seats until the final buzzer. Goaltender Ethan Handley was spectacular throughout with 38 saves, many of those while the
two special groups to the game: a ceremonial puck drop with the family of
the late Bill Hyatt, and acknowledging the players, volunteers and sponsors
REGIONAL — The Essex-Southpoint Ravens U12 hockey team hit the road on January 2nd to face off against the Kent Cobras in Chatham. After a scoreless first period, the Ravens were able to get on the board first just 30 seconds into the middle frame. Jonathan Recker kept the puck in at the blue line and ripped his shot on net. Austin Goudie tipped the shot towards the goalie where Brayden Foster found and dug out the rebound before banging it home.
Some 40 seconds later, behind the net, Ben Liebrock found AJ Youssef, who in turn slipped the puck to Nash Feurth who managed to bank in his shot from a tough angle to increase the lead to two. Although the Ravens carried the play most of the game, Kent was able to get within one with five to go but that was as close as they would get as Essex skated to a 2-1 victory. Kevin Ondic made some nice saves to help his squad secure the win.
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your finances need a little extra work, Aries. Start to focus on investments, money and other financial matters. Your mind is quick and you catch on quite fast. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Romance is on your mind this week, Taurus. This is the time to focus on solidifying your relationship with someone special in your life or to find that perfect match.
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WINDSOR — The Southpoint Stars U11 hosted the Lakeshore Lightning for the inaugural Snow Angels Cup charity game on Wednesday, December 29 at Lanspeary Park in Windsor. The locals came out on top by a 4-2 score, but the real winners were the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society as the two teams graciously collected clothing donations for those in need. In the top photo, the Stars pose with the first Snow Angels Cup. Back row: Kate Brady, Payton Walker, Ana Money, Olivia Hennin, Lydia Myers and Lexi Colenutt. Front row: Vienna Dion, Estelle Blair, Bryn Salvati, Ella Graham, Ellee Truong, Zoey Deschamps, Ella Statham and Ada McKeen. In the bottom photo are Stars’ Ella Statham and Lightning’s Mia Meyer with all the donations. Photo submitted
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, whether it’s a hunch or a tip from someone close to you, you have some valuable information that will come in handy in the coming days. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 A relationship reaches new heights, Scorpio. If you are unattached, you might find a partner soon. If you have a significant other, he or she will become even closer.
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