Southpoint Sun - July 5, 2023

Fish Festival celebrates Wheatley in fine fashion

By Mark Ribble

In spite of the looming forecast, the Wheatley Fish Festival only had to dodge a few raindrops this past weekend as Mother Nature cooperated and the event went off without a hitch.

Fish Festival Committee spokesperson Hilary Hodgson said Sunday afternoon that they felt really good about dodging the ‘weather bullet’.

“Fish Fest 2023 was a success all weekend long,” said Hodgson. “We could not have done it without the support from our local businesses, clubs, volunteers and most importantly, our community.”

Hodgson went on to say that she’s proud of her “Fish Crew” for their hard work, dedication and committment.

“Thank you Wheatley for an amazing weekend full of family fun,” she added. “We are proud to be from this community.”

Friday night, a large crowd gathered at Two Creeks Conservation Area to be entertained by the live performances of Wheatley’s Ryan Bradley and Leamington’s Jody Raffoul, along with lots of kids’ activities that kept the younger set busy.

On Saturday, the hot humid weather played into the hands of participants who plied their skills at the water-based events like the tug of war, tote races and kids trout pond at Wheatley Harbour, as well as children’s activities and vendors.

Emcee Lager kept folks abreast on what was happening around the harbour and provided worthy commentary on the tote box races and tug of war.

Saturday wrapped up with the always popular fish and chicken dinner at the arena, followed by live entertainment by the Mojo Wailers Band.

Sunday morning started with the Ladies Auxiliary Fish Fest breakfast at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop, followed by the parade which attracted about 25 floats and a few hundred spectators.

The weekend finished off with the boat parade out of Wheatley Harbour Sunday night and the fireworks on Lake Erie, both going off despite a few sprinkles.

Kingsville celebrates Canada Day with songs, sweets, suds and smiles

By Paul Forman

It was an extravaganza of fun for kids in Kingsville on Canada’s 156th birthday as the arena and its surroundings offered numerous activities for younger ones.

The day opened with greetings from Mayor Dennis Rogers followed by Music Moves Kids singing the national anthem.

Rogers commented,

“Looking around and seeing smiling faces, both young and old, they are here to celebrate our country. It’s a day for celebration, but also a day for reflection and reconciliation, we need to support that as well.”

Face painting, free cupcakes, a foam party, train rides by the Kingsville Express, frisbee golf, an aerialist, a magic show and live music were among

the many ways that kids could have a ball at Kingsville’s celebration.

For those with a little more wear on the tires, vendors filled the arena inside, while Some Guys Who Like To Sing entertained, Communities In Bloom handed out free native plants, the Lions Club served up barbecue fare and the Rotary Club of Kingsville gathered infant donations for KEYS

EarlyOn.

A special feature this year was the Community Maple Leaf Project created by Beth Buhler of Creative Touch Studios. The large, red maple leaf allowed the public to directly be a part of an artistic piece that will eventually find a home at the Carnegie Arts and Visitors Centre and will re-emerge to be added to at the next Canada Day celebration in town.

Canada Day rocks at Leamington’s Sunset Amphitheatre

By Paul Forman

Seacliff Park was full of booming sounds from a spectacular fireworks show and the rock and roll of both Almost Famous and the Walkerville Collegiate WCCA Rock Band as Leamington celebrated our nation’s birthday.

The celebration began with the music and vocals of seven talented rockers from Walkerville Secondary School as they led off the second show in the 2023 Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series hosted by the Municipality of Leamington and produced by The Bank

Theatre.

One of Walkerville’s vocalists, Posey Cormier, was visibly excited to be performing for the large crowd on the hill.

“I think it is a really amazing opportunity,” she said. “We’re a school band and we usually don’t get to play at big

gigs like this.”

The four-piece Kingsville rock band, Almost Famous, next took the stage and rocked the park with mashups and singalongs right up until the fireworks began to shoot off from the barge anchored off Seacliff Beach.

The evening ended on

Buhler explained, “The leaf was designed on a computer and was made using a laser cutter, piece by piece. It’s a really unique way to celebrate Canada Day with the Arts Society of Kingsville.”

The day culminated with a dazzling display of fireworks in the lower bowl of Lakeside Park.

An array of Canada Day photos are on pages 10-11.

a breathtaking note as the huge crowd that filled the park, the amphitheatre hill, the beach and the dock thoroughly enjoyed the brilliant sights and ear-splitting sounds of the fireworks display put on by the Municipality of Leamington.

Photos on pages 10-11.

The tote box races at Wheatley Harbour produced lots of laughs and entertainment for those in attendance as well as the participants. Here, Jessica Imeson, left, and Rachel Lamb take a short break while paddling across the harbour. The pair did not win their heat but they had lots of fun making the trek from one side to the other. More photos of the Wheatley Fish Festival are on pages 10-11 of this week’s Sun. SUN photo

Arts at Marina attracts about 90 vendors

The 29th Leamington Arts at the Marina featured just under 90 booths and vendors, from woodcrafts, crystals, embroidery, crafts, paintings and prints to food and fresh squeezed lemonade,

entertainment and more.

The two-day event was held July 1-2 with entry by donation to the Arts Centre.

With the unfavourable forecast for Sunday, Leamington Arts Centre

(LAC) Director and Curator Chad Riley said a few vendors pulled out late, but those that stayed were glad they did as the Sunday weather wasn’t as bad as predicted.

Arts at the Marina is a

major fundraiser for the LAC, a not-for-profit, charitable organization.

“Thank you to all of the visitors who supported us, and this event, despite the unfavourable weather,” said Riley.

The event was sponsored by Mucci, Del Fresco, the Leamington Lions Club, Speedprint, Southpoint Publishing, Blackburn Media, Harvey’s and M&M.

Up next for the LAC’s

summer events is the Mill Street Market on August 18 and then again September 15 with approximately 50 vendors at each show, live music and great food and great fun.

Whoa Nellie! Vera & Johnny perform under the gazebo at the Leamington Marina Saturday afternoon.

Gabby Abbas, Leamington, takes a turn posing in the “Be a part of the Art” interactive Mona Lisa prop while Juliette Abbas takes her photo.

One of about 90 booths on display at the Leamington Arts at the Marina.

Laarni Gahid and Yoorim Ra, both 16, of Leamington, enjoy the Leamington Arts Centre booth. SUN photos by Deanna Bertrand

A sea of red and white for Canada Day entertainment at the Leamington Arts at the Marina.

Mersea Park splashpad gets ok from Leamington council

Leamington council voted 4-1 to go ahead with the Mersea Park renewal plan, even though the project plan has come in way past the original estimated cost.

Earlier this year, council approved $1.1 million expenditure for the Mersea Park renewal project based on costs from previous years, but administration came forward at the June 27 meeting to say costs have skyrocketed and the new cost would be in the $2.8 million range.

The plan includes the replacement of the playground equipment, improvements to the washroom facilities, a new splashpad, asphalt walking paths around the perimeter and paved parking.

Administration recommended two options for council to consider.

Option #1 includes the splashpad at the full $2.8 million cost. The difference between the $1.1 million budgeted amount would be offset by $720,000 in development charges and the reset from the contingency

reserve.

Option #2 would eliminate the splashpad feature and bring the cost down to $1.6 million, with about $500,00 coming from development charges.

Councillor Tim Wilkinson was in favour of saving the money and going with option two.

“I always felt like Mersea Park never got updated like the rest of our parks and it certainly deserves it,” he said. “But that’s a significant jump from $1.1 to $2.8 million. I’m in favour of going to the $1.6 and eliminating the splashpad.”

Wilkinson pointed out that the Seacliff Park splashpad is a “couple of miles away.”

“Maybe we can look at it down the road, but I’d be in favour of option two,” he said.

Councillor Paul Tiessen disagreed, saying that the park is incredibly busy and on Sundays you can’t even find parking down there.

“We’re getting more subdivisions creeping up down that way,” he said.

“I’m inclined to go with

Option #1. While we’re there, do it once and do it right.”

Councillor Anthony Abraham agreed with Tiessen, stating that there’s a lot of development in that area.

“Let’s build it and do it once,” he said. “It ($2.8 million) is a challenging bite. My concern is what if we decide to do it three or four years from now. What will it cost then? I agree with the splashpad option.”

Councillor Heather Latam spoke about going to Mersea Park with her family.

“I raised my kids at Mersea Park,” she said. “What I wouldn’t have given for a splashpad, a place to walk and something more accessible for relatives. I’m in favour of building it and building it right the first time.”

Mayor Hilda MacDonald agreed, saying that Seacliff Park is jammed on the weekends and this would give people other options.

“We’ve got a spot that’s close to the water, well used with ball diamonds and all the other things,”

she said. “It goes back to quality of life.”

With Councillor Bill

Dunn excusing himself due to a pecuniary interest, only Councillor

Wilkinson voted for Option #2, while Option #1 was carried.

GORE HILL GRADE 8 GRADUATES

Gore Hill Public School recently held their Grade 8 graduation and the grads gathered for a photo. Names were not provided. Photo submitted

Community Centre receives grant, dignitary visit

The Kingsville Community Centre welcomed provincial dignitaries on June 19.

MPP Daisy Wai, the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, came

to deliver news that the Kingsville Community Centre has been awarded a $25,000 Seniors Com-

COURTNEY WELLS BAND AT TWO CREEKS

munity Grant.

“We are grateful that the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility recognizes the value of the work we do at the Kingsville Community Centre,”

said Executive Director, Tom Harmon. “And we are excited about the opportunities this grant will provide to enhance our programming for local seniors.”

Also in attendance for the announcement were MPP Trevor Jones (Chatham-Kent Leamington), MPP Anthony Leardi (Essex) and Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers.

Kingsville Open Streets Saturday

The first of five 2023 Open Streets events will return to downtown Kingsville on Saturday, July 8 with a Lego theme.

The streets will be closed off from 5 pm until 10 pm so that downtown patios can open up into the street and be ready for

patrons.

Main Street and Division will both be closed to traffic downtown for the event.

The streets will be filled with giant Lego pieces, vendors, and there will be live roving musicians and lots of family activities.

Open Streets return Saturday, July 15, 29 and August 19 and 26.

A sixth event is also planned.

Cottam will hold their first Open Streets event on Saturday, July 22 from 4-10 pm.

RADIO CLUB GETS HELP FROM CHANCES

The Sun Parlour Amateur Radio Club recently received a cheque from Chances Gaming Lounge for $6,234.60 after working some bingo events at the club. The proceeds will be used to upgrade and enhance the emergency operation centre’s communication equipment that is used by the ARES group of amateur radio operators in the area. From left are club members John Charlton, Kyle Ciacelli, Terry Greenwood, Tim Mousseau and Mike Ciacelli.

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The Two Creeks Summer Concerts continue with the Courtney Wells Band on Sunday, July 9 at 6 p.m. Wells and her band bring an infectious blend of classic rock with some surprises, including country. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair. Food and drink are available on site, as well as craft beer. No admission, but the hat is passed to help offset costs. In case of inclement weather, concerts are held in the pavilion. For the full summer lineup, check out www.twocreeks.ca.

Essex MPP Anthony Leardi, sitting, joined MPP Daisy Wai (standing in middle) as they greeted seniors at the Kingsville Community Centre on June 19. Photo submitted

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opinion ~ expression ~ and other musings

Smoke gets in your flies

Well it’s that time of year again — or is it?

No matter what you prefer to call them — fish flies, June bugs or May flies, they are always a treat for those of us who live near the Great Lakes.

The crunchy crackling sound of walking across a layer of dead ones disgusts most people.

As a kid I remember thinking it was a really cool sound.

As an adult in my twilight

years, I avoid stepping on them because I don’t want the yuck on my shoes.

But is there something in the air that is keeping them from hitting us with their usual force?

We are now in the first week of July and so far — knock on wood — we’ve avoided the thick layers of those nasty smelling bugs.

Could it be that the wildfire smoke is keeping them away?

Perhaps there’s a silver lining to all of this air quality stuff. Maybe it’s also affecting the insects.

I did notice on fireworks night that street lights near the lake had hundreds buzzing around, but not to the normal degree.

I guess just as a campfire keeps bugs away maybe those far off forest fires are doing something similar.

Now I’m no scientist (but I

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

play one on TV) but it’s certainly a noticeable difference to those of us who live near the water.

Mark Ribble

Usually well before Canada Day, we see the millions upon millions of the harmless but smelly creatures descend upon our lakeside towns.

So at the risk of jinxing it, I thought I’d throw my hypothesis out there just as food for thought.

And those wildfires have

All the leaves are brown and the sky is grey

Recently, one of our readers asked me whatever happened to Michelle Philips?

Well, first of all, she is the only past member of the original Mamas and the Papas who is still alive today.

Mama Cass passed away in 1974, John Phillips in 2001 and Denny Doherty in 2007.

Michelle married John Phillips on New Year’s Eve in 1962 when she was 18 years old.

Six years later, they had a daughter named Chynna Philips who, in

the 1990s, was a singer with the successful pop trio Wilson Phillips.

As for the Mamas and the Papas, back in their heyday, in 1966 and ‘67, they had six songs that reached the top five in Billboard’s Hot 100 including “California Dreaming”, “I Saw Her Again”, “Words of Love”, “Dedicated to The One I Love”, “Creeque Alley” and “Monday, Monday” that was #1 for three weeks in the Spring of 1966.

While the Mamas and the Papas broke up in

1968, Michelle and John Phillips were divorced in 1970.

Three years later, Michelle recorded a song called “Forever” for a soundtrack in the surf movie, “California Dreaming”.

She also began acting in the mid-’70s as well as later singing backup vocals on Belinda Carlisle’s number one hit “Heaven is a Place on Earth” and on several other songs on the Carlisle album, “Heaven on Earth”

Although Michelle’s only solo album, “Vic-

tim of Romance”, wasn’t very successful, she built a fine career as an actress over the years with television shows that included “Beverly Hills 90210”, “Star Trek: The Next Generation”, “Knots Landing” and “Hotel” and several movies including “The Last Movie”, “Dillinger”, “Bloodline” and

“Valentino”.

In 1986, Phillips also put out a memoir called “California Dreamin”.

devastated thousands of acres and threatened thousands of homes in this great country of ours, so I don’t wish for them to continue.

But, maybe, just maybe there’s a silver lining in those clouds of pungent smoke we’ve been inhaling off and on for the past several weeks. I guess only time will tell.

FLASHBACK RADIO with Chuck Reynolds

As the co-writer and owner of it, Michelle was also one of the main con-

tributors to the 2005 PBS TV documentary “California Dreamin: The Songs of the Mamas and the Papas”.

1960 Dodge pickup in our driveway

A recent visit by our friend Pete vanVrouwerff led to this photo being taken of yours truly alongside Pete’s 1960 Dodge pickup truck, which came from South Carolina and has now been sold to someone near Brantford, Ontario.

The finish on the truck is my all-time favourite: flat black. Under the hood is the last of the flathead six-cylinder engines, replaced in trucks the following year by the new Slant Six that arrived in cars the previous year. The engine in Pete’s truck is all stock except for dual carbs and dual exhausts.

By having been built in 1960, this truck arrived 40 years after the death of

the Dodge brothers, John and Horace, in 1920. They passed away a few months apart, falling victim to the epidemic following the end of World War One.

John and Horace began building cars in their own name in 1914 but had already established themselves as builders of car parts for many other companies, including Ford. Dodge-built engines were frequently delivered to the Ford factory in Detroit on wagons hauled by horses not realizing they were assisting the switch from horses to horsepower. Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

While we do not intend to be a controversial newspaper, we recognize that some readers may have opposing viewpoints on the stories we publish. Should you have concerns with the integrity of the stories in our newspaper, we encourage you to contact the National NewsMedia Council or visit mediacouncil.ca.

Please know that we respect opposing viewpoints however we will not tolerate harassment or threats directed towards our staff.

Should any member of our staff feel threatened, we will have no choice but the contact the authorities.

Michelle Phillips, right, is the only surviving member of the Mamas and the Papas.

1960 Dodge pickup fun to drive.

EAST MERSEA HOLDS BBQ EXTRAVAGANZA

East Mersea Public School held a BBQ Extravaganza on June 20 to celebrate the end of the school year.

cream and more! There were more

New sign for Leamington Marina

Leamington Council voted to replace the existing sign at the Leamington Marina at their most recent council meeting. The recommendation from administration was that the sign be replaced

without the L.E.D. feature as the cost to maintain the existing L.E.D. sign has been ongoing.

The cost to replace the sign, which returns to the name “Leamington Marina” is about $21,000 and

will be backlit so it will be visible at night. It will have a life expectancy of 20-25 years.

The new sign will go up when the new marina entrance is completed this fall.

carnival games,

Kids fishing derby this weekend

The annual Southwest Outdoors Club Kidz Fishing Derby is Saturday morning, July 8 at Wheatley Harbour from 8 am until noon.

The Southwest Outdoors Club will be on hand to give away eight kids bicycles in their free raffles, as well as trophies for the biggest fish, prizes for

every child, free hot dog lunch, water and soft drinks.

The club will provide bait, so all you have to bring is your fishing rod. The free event is open to kids 16 and under, and a limited number of fishing rods are available for those that don’t have their own.

Community Calendar

THURS. JULY 13 - SUN. JULY 16 LDSS 45-YEAR REUNION - 1978 Grade 12 & Grade 13 classes, Thursday, July 13 through Sunday, July 16. For event schedule go to LDSS1978.com. Contact: Brad Frederick 519-324-6790.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB MEETS every second Wednesday of the month at Ojibway Nature Center. Next meeting July 12, 7:30 pm at Ojibway Center, 5200 Matchette Rd. Howard Williams will be presenting a talk entitled: “The hidden life of rocks”. Howard has enjoyed an international career as a geoscientist for over 40 years and continues to find questions to ask about rocks. All are welcome. Free to public.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

WONDERBROADS 2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT at Belleview Golf Club, 436 Belle River Rd., Woodslee. Funds raised will help keep the Wonderbroads’ boat afloat! For more info or to register, go to 2023wonderbroadgolf.golfgenius. com

ONGOING

STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH?

Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@ gmail.com for information about the group.

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE at 108 Talbot St. E. In Wheatley is hosting free one-on-one Tech Support sessions each Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bring your phones, tablets, iPads and questions! No Tech help offered on Monday, July 3.

ANTI-STRESS PRACTICE - (called Do-In)Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays 11:00 am to 12 noon. Learn to use pressure, tapping, breathing, stretching and self-massage for vital organ functions and better health. Free program. For more info email Kim@ kingsvillecentre.com.

TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners. No registration required.

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.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! Next meetings are July 5th & 19th and August 2nd, 16th & 30th. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145 Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12 noon. 519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING

CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYSappointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.

CORNHOLE - Drop in Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. -

10:30 a.m. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. No fee. No registration.

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

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING?

Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com

JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB

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

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

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

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 519326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net.

SENIORS GAMES DAY - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays 9:00 am to 12 noon: Join us for Rummikub, crokinole, cornhole, puzzles and more. Drop-in. Free program. No registration required.

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 519-326-2388. Everyone welcome.

WESTOVER - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Pre-treatment 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.

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.

MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.

Families enjoyed

a photobooth, face painting, hotdogs, ice

than 200 attendees and the event was put on by the East Mersea School Advisory Council. In the photo on the left, Trevor Stanley and his students Drake, Jaxon, Josslyn and Monica have fun in the photo booth. In the photo on the right, Grade 3 students Sam and Felicity pose for a fun photo.

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ESHC releases annual report

Erie Shores HealthCare has announced the release of its highly anticipated Annual Report for Fiscal 2022-2023.

The report highlights the hospital’s remarkable achievements over the past fiscal year and underscores its commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services to the community.

The Annual Report was presented during its recent Annual General Meeting (AGM).

The AGM served as a platform for key stake-

Wheatley Br. 324 Legion news

Craig Howe and Tom Brown recently attended the Veterans Wing at St. Joseph’s Health Care in London to assist Zone A2 run a bingo for the veterans. There was a great

turnout, and Craig and Tom had the privilege of meeting some great Canadian heroes.

On June 27, Wheatley Legion executive members Lori Gouin and Sarah Stevenson attended Leamington District Secondary School graduation, where they presented Royal Canadian Legion Br. 324 bursaries to Ryan Dierkens and Braiden Mills. Jayden Marentette was the recipient of the Alex MacWilliam Award.

Wheatley Legion has partnered with Erie Ramblers Motorcycle Club and Hudson Motorcycles for the second annual dirt bike raffle. First prize is

a 2023 Kawasaki KX250 and second prize is a 2023 Kawasaki KLX110L. The draw will be held Saturday, August 26 at Erie Ramblers Club grounds. Tickets are $30 and available by contacting Tom Brown 519-890-6041, any Erie Ramblers Club member or Hudson Motorcycles 519-682-2430.

Wheatley Legion would like to give a big shoutout to the children who volunteered to replace the Canadian flags at all of the veterans memorial crosses at both Erieview and Fairview cemeteries for Canada Day. Thank you to these young community volunteers!

holders, board members, and hospital management to come together and reflect on the hospital’s accomplishments, future plans, and unwavering dedication to high-quality healthcare for the residents of Essex County.

The report showcases the collective efforts and dedication of Erie Shores HealthCare’s healthcare professionals, staff and volunteers.

It highlights the hospital’s milestones, advancements and positive impact on the community’s

well-being throughout the fiscal year. It focuses on the hospital’s work implementing its threeyear Strategic Plan and Strategic Goals.

During the AGM, Duffy Kniaziew and Jennifer Dawson were elected as the new Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors. Mr. Kniaziew replaces Kris Taylor, who served as Chair for the past two years.

You can find the full details at erieshoreshealthcare.ca/publications.

Pride flag stolen at Wheatley Area P.S.

Chatham Kent Police Service is appealing to the public for assistance in the theft investigation of a Pride flag from Wheatley Area Public School.

The incident occurred between Friday, June 23 and Monday, June

26 when an unknown person(s) damaged the locking mechanism and removed the Pride flag from the school’s flagpole.

If you have information about this incident, contact the investigating

officer, Constable Alexis Masse, at alexisma@ chatham-kent.ca or by calling 519-436-6600. Alternatively, anyone with information can also submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Summer reading programs underway at library

The Teen Summer reading program at the Chatham-Kent Public Library runs from June 24 to August 31. Readers from 12 to 18 years old can earn ballots that give them a chance to win prizes. When you borrow materials, in-person or online, you’ll receive a ballot to enter the draw.

The more you visit the library and borrow materials, the more chances you have to win.

One teen from each branch, as well as one virtual participant, will have a chance to win a Teen Movie Pack.

All teens will be entered into the grand prize draw for an Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera. Prize draws will take place in September.

Also, as of June 24, visit any CK Public Library branch and borrow items for a chance to win one of 12 Pizza Prize Packs.

Each prize pack features a gift certificate to a local pizza restaurant.

Get started by picking up an Adult Summer Reading punch card at any of CKPL’s 11 branches.

After three checkouts your punch card becomes a ballot to win a Pizza Prize Pack.

This contest is for ages 16+ and runs until August 31.

Thanks to all who made my 90th birthday celebration such a memorable time.

For the phone calls, flowers, cards, the gift of your presence and many other gifts - my thanks.

To all who travelled from a great distance to celebrate with me, my thanks and appreciation.

I have been blessed to have had each and every one of you in my life.

Hatt

Local kids replaced the Canadian flags on the memorial crosses on veterans graves at both Wheatley cemeteries on behalf of Wheatley Legion.

Dusting off the memories

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post July 12, 1978

Seventeen Grade 13 students from Leamington District Secondary School were named Ontario Scholar status this year, meaning they achieved a minimum 80 per cent average across all of their subjects. Mary Gillett attained the highest average at 89 per cent. Bobbie Lynn Branton was second at 88.3, with Dora Dyck coming in third at 88.2. The other scholars were Mary Anne Domarchuk, Norbert Dreidger, Wendy Edwards, Mary Gilmour, Anne Goron, Sandra Goudry, Norman Hansen, Theresa Jabbour, Roger Koppert, Wayne Kroeker, Thomas McGirr, Lucy Paglione, Louis Zakaria and Vicki Ziegler.

The Leamington District Agricultural Fair is drawing nearer and the deadline for entries to their two pageants is also fast approaching. The Fair will have its regular queen but will also run a Little Miss Pageant this year. Organizer Marcia Goddard — last year’s Fair Queen — expects the younger competition will attracts more than a few entrants. The final entry date for both contests is July 22. Master of Ceremonies for the Little Miss Pageant will be Binky T. Clown, with judges slated to be Remo Mancini, Marlene Ross, Rob Pearson, Carol Tann and Tom Lachine. The competition is open to girls six-to-eight years of age.

Fire in a paint shop exhaust system caused an estimated $3,500 damage Friday morning to the Goodfellow Pontiac Buick Ltd. Garage at 106 Erie Street North. Leamington firemen were at the scene for about half an hour, bringing the flames and dense smoke under control. Fire Chief Murray Cascadden said the blaze was triggered by an accumulation of paint over the years.

Milt Goyeau had an unusual guest at the Mersea Township Dog Pound last month. It was a groundhog. The animal had been brought in for a 14-day rabies watch and couldn’t be kept in the same area as the dogs, which almost went berserk trying to get to the animal. So Mr. Goyeau solved the problem by putting the groundhog in a large cardboard carrier. His June report didn’t indicate what happened to the groundhog after the 14-day period.

From the Kingsville Reporter July 5, 1978

Kingsville Legion Branch 188 Peewees failed to retain the “B” championship trophy won at Kincardine a year ago. They lost the opening contest to Thorold by a 11-3 score, putting them into the consolation round. In round two, the local boys edged Cottam 10-9, led by Matt Burger and Scott Treanor with three hits apiece. In the third game, the locals lost 7-1 to Listowel. Treanor put in some excellent relief work on the mound. Vince Gallant had two hits, while Burger and Scott Walker each had one. Corunna won the “B” championship.

Kingsville District High School released their Grade 13 Ontario Scholars list this week, with Mike Baldwin leading the charge with an 89.0 percent average. Other Ontario Scholars from Grade 13 included Donna Jacques, Louise Arner, Starr Hamel, Tony Capogna, Rob Ablenas, Sony Bethal, Judy Thiessen, Rick Vriesen, Joe Iles, Pam Oglesby, Allan Pazur, Bernard Nelson, Mariann Sharp, Rob Harris and Ray Lesperance.

The Pelee Islander docked in Kingsville for the first time this season on Saturday, about two weeks later than usual. It went into operation Friday between Pelee Island, the mainland and Sandusky. It will dock at Kingsville on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and go into Leamington Harbour the other two days of the week. Captain George Warner said the boat is in good working order.

6 Years Later

From the Wheatley Journal

July 4, 1984

Once again, the Wheatley Kinettes prepared and served a chicken dinner to the graduating class of W.A.P.S. as they have done for years. The dinner at the Community Hall was followed by the school graduation program. Krista Taves and Heather Hickling were the top two science and math students, while Krista Taves and Marla McLean tied for top spot in history and English. Helen Sawatzky won the McAuslan Citizenship Award, Dale Brown was most improved student and athlete of the year. Laurie Brouillette took female athlete award and then shared the drama award with Marla McLean. Marla also won the Guy Macher writing award.

Local tennis players got together last week and formed an executive for the new Wheatley Area Tennis Club. President will be Jackie Tiborcz, vice president Tim Jackson, secretary-treasurer Bill Lafferty.

Terry Harris of 66 Chestnut Street celebrated his 15th birthday by winning the Raleigh BMX Super Burner bike drawn last Saturday at Dales Auto Clinic. Jim and Murray Dales staged the draw to help fight Muscular Dystrophy.

The Sports Palace fastball club dumped Stoney Point 7-3 this past weekend. Although out-hit 9-7, the locals came up with clutch hits to build an early 7-0 lead and hang on for the win. A walk to Jeff Quick, followed by a Jim Tilson single set up a two-run single by Ken Tiessen. In the second inning, Rick Woelk led off with a walk and was brought around on singles by Kaye Armstrong and Jeff Quick before Jeff Nancekivell hit a towering two-run triple, who then scored on a sac fly off the bat of Dave Gould. Armstrong got the win on the mound, with Scott Hopper finishing up.

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

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

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an

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

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

Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

Bathing beach and Pavilion at Lakeside Park, date unknown. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com MEMORIES

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unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.

July 2, 2003 – Representing the Friends of Two Creeks, Grant Bowman, left, and Tom Willett, far right, join Rick Bilinski, Agatha Dick and Matthew Dick, general manager of Wheatley Elevators, in the ribbon cutting ceremony for Harvest Bridge. The steel structure was transported to its location and set in place by Cobby Crane at the end of May.

July 11, 1979: The local Kinsmen and Kinettes Clubs installed their officers for the coming year as Dave Setterington (left) and his wife Margeurite took over for their respective clubs. At right is Kinsmen of the Year Bob Heidt.

HOLIDAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION

Mayor Dennis Rogers opened the ceremonies for Canada Day in Kingsville as some members of Music Moves Kids Choir look on, in background, from left, director Erin Armstrong, Hayley Romanyk, Grace Burke, Abaigeal Burke, Delilah Heide, Lauren DeYong and Ella Burke.

Five-year-old Wesley McKeown of Kingsville added his name to the Community Maple Leaf Project.

Young Debbie was getting anxious to get going on her modified tricycle as the Fish Festival Parade got started in Wheatley.

Chatham-Kent Leamington MP Dave Epp was busy along the Fish Festival Parade route handing out Canadian flags.

Lila Ribble of Wheatley was chasing balloons inside the bubble balloon structure at the Wheatley Harbour on Saturday.

The foam party at the Kingsville Canada Day celebration turned out to be quite popular for the youngsters.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 Wheatley was well represented at the Fish Festival Parade on Sunday.

CELEBRATION PHOTOS

The Almost Famous Band headlined the Music Onthe42 concert at Seacliff Park on Canada Day. Here, lead singer Chad Everaert performs to the crowd prior to the start of the fireworks.

Spectators gather on Seacliff Beach to witness the Canada Day fireworks display after the concert at Sunset Amphitheatre.

Three-year-old Harper gets help from her mom Sarah trying out the Archery Windsor activities at Two Creeks Conservation Area on Friday evening.

Riley Sisco of the Crazy Eights tug of war team strains to hold on during the Fish Festival tug of war final. His team won the event.

Geri Vary of the Wheatley Swans hands out treats during the Fish Festival Parade.

Walkerville Collegiate band vocalist Posey Cormier entertains the crowd with Sean Holmes on drums in the background at the Sunset Amphitheatre. The band opened for The Almost Famous Band.

Four-year-old Edison Tiessen of Ruthven was elated to get a cupcake from Kingsville councillor Debby Jarvis-Chausse.

Sheila and Tony Cabral with grandson Mason in front of Tony’s 1970 Mustang Cobra Jet in Wheatley Sunday.

Teams compete in the always popular fish tote races at Wheatley Harbour on Saturday morning.

The kids trout pond was a popular feature at the Wheatley Harbour on Saturday morning.

PHOTOS BY PAUL FORMAN, GREG COULTER AND MARK RIBBLE

LAKE ERIE MONSTER?

At first glance, you may think that the beaches of Leamington have been breached by the Lake Erie Monster, affectionately known as Bessie in Great Lakes folklore. But alas, it’s a giant piece of driftwood noticed by local photographer Richard Tatomir. Richard says he came upon the “eerie” looking tree trunk as he walked the shore near Seacliff Beach. The first “sighting” of Bessie occurred in 1793, when the captain of the Felicity spotted what he described as an enormous serpent lurking the waters near the Lake Erie Island on the Ohio side. Several other sightings have been reported over the past 200-plus years.

Photo submitted

United Way launching summer programs for kids

United Way/Centraide

Windsor-Essex County has launched its annual summer programs fundraising campaign. The programs include two innovative strategies that support children throughout the summer months and help prepare them for their upcoming school year.

United Way is asking for community support to raise $185,000 for Summer Programs. United Way’s Women United group is also collecting 3,000 new and gently used books to hand out through these programs.

“The goal of our summer programs is to help families have access to nutritious food during the summer months and to provide the supplies kids will need to succeed in their next school year,” says Lorraine Goddard, CEO of United Way. “Demand for our summer food program nearly doubled last year. With the help of our generous donors, we hope to increase the amount raised for this year as the need continues to grow.”

Summer Eats for Kids provides children and families living in low-income with nutritious food during the summer months when school nutrition programs are closed. In Windsor-Essex, one in three food bank users are children.

The goal is to provide 3,500 bags of food and 8,250 lunches to children and families in the community this summer. For just $25 you can support

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

a family with a week’s worth of nutritious fruits, vegetables and snacks. To donate to the program or host a fundraiser visit www.weareunited.com/ uwsummer.

Locally, the Summer Eats for Kids runs July 11 to August 24 on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Queen Elizabeth Public School in Leamington.

The other program is Backpacks for Success where the goal is to provide 2,000 students in need, kindergarten through grade 12, throughout Windsor-Essex County, with backpacks filled with grade-appropriate supplies they need for school.

Providing kids with back-to-school supplies increases classroom participation, attendance and student morale. For just $25, donors can support one backpack filled with

school supplies at www. weareunited.com/uwsummer

Backpacks for Success will be collecting school supplies and book donations throughout the summer at the United Way office at 300 Giles Blvd. E, Unit A1 on Mondays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Fridays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. between July 8 and August 12 or by contacting Susan Merryfield at United Way at 519-259-6177 to arrange an alternate drop off time. Donations of lined paper, coloured pencils, binders, backpacks and scientific calculators are welcome. Only new backpacks and school supplies will be accepted. Both new and gently used books are welcomed. Backpacks will be distributed to students through United Way and other local community programs this year.

THERAPEUTIC TAPING...

Therapeutic Taping is a method designed to facilitate the bodies natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the bodies range of motion. It alleviates pain and facilitates lymphatic drainage. It can be applied to reeducate the neuromuscular system, reduce pain and inflammation, optimize performance, prevent injury and promote good circulation and healing.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

This week you are surrounded by a heightened sense of romance. It could be from reading a favorite book or watching a beloved movie, Aries. Use it to spice up your love life.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, something you desperately need seems to be missing from your life right now. It’s more than a misplaced item. Focus your attention this week on figuring out what it is.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Try not to listen to any gossip this week, Gemini. It will only frustrate you and could put you further out of sorts. Avoid people who love to talk about others for the time being.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Is there a luxury you have been craving lately, Cancer? You could be very tempted to give in and make a purchase this week, even if your finances may not be on solid ground. Be careful.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, your emotions will be all over the place the next couple of days. This turmoil may compromise your usual objectivity as well as your good sense. Try to talk your feelings through.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, your imagination knows no bounds this week. If you’re ready to delve into a creative project, do so now when you have a lot of ideas and outside inspiration.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

You could have doubts about a friend you thought was close to you. Has this person promised to do you a favor and didn’t deliver, Libra?

Be patient before you draw conclusions.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Feelings of confusion may get in the way of your ability to make sound decisions this week, Scorpio. You might need to lighten your load, since you often take on too much.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, do not get into an argument with someone who has a different opinion from your own. Ask to get more information about why he or she sees things in a particular way.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

A bothersome feeling may persist for much of the week, Capricorn. It’s almost as if you’ve forgotten to do something but do not know what. All will be revealed in due time.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, be prepared to be a listening ear to a friend or loved one who needs to work through a few issues. You are able to give trusted advice in this matter.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Listen carefully and take notes when someone at work provides directions for an upcoming task, Pisces. You don’t want to make any mistakes as it could delay the project.

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All persons having claims against Adeline Nancy Grace McNeil, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the February 27, 2023, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 18th of August, 2023,with full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Trustee will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 27th day of June, 2023. RICCI, ENNS, ROLLIER & SETTERINGTON LLP Barristers, etc. 60 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1M4 Solicitors for the Estate Trustee

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ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-322-8625. tf

IRWIN PLUMBINGResidential rough-ins and repairs. Starting April 2nd 519-825-7245 will be changing to 519-324-2202. A text is preferred if capable. Call if not. ja6-tf

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15.50/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of

Margaret D. Bennie P.S. holds Grade 8 graduation

Margaret D. Bennie Public School recently held their Grade 8 graduation exercises, and have submitted this year’s Grade 8 student awards.

Valedictorian: Lindsey Curchin.

Principal’s Award

(OPC): Abby Albrecht.

Technology: Angelus Hodgson, Jordan Fehr.

Lion’s Award: Ellie Reiter.

School Service: Tavarious Deacon, Ashley Sanger.

International Baccalaureate Award: Chloe Dyck.

Most Improved: Amina Al Alawi, Fatema Al-Hassanawi.

Music: Milana Andrade.

C.E.C.: Jesse Knelsen.

Peforming Arts: Alvina Lontok, Hailey Renaud.

Language: Lindsey

Curchin, Abby Albrecht.

Visual Arts: Milana Andrade, Lindsey Curchin.

French: Nevan Somkhong-Neang, Fatema Al Hassanawi.

Mathematics: Amina Al Alawi, Milana Andrade, Lindsey Curchin.

Multilingual Learner: Rohila Totakhil, Alvina Lontok.

Coaches’ Choice: Lindsey Curchin, Ellie Reiter.

Sportsmanship: Abby Albrecht.

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Science: Angelus Hodgson, Lindsey Curchin.

Academic Proficiency: Lindsey Curchin.

Outstanding Achievement: Angelus Hodgson,

Madelyn Kenny, Hailey Renaud, Abby Albrecht, Milana Andrade, Fatema Al Hassanawi, Nevan Somkong-Neang, Amina Al Alawi.

Citizenship: Abby Albrecht, Angelus Hodgson.

Geography: Abby Albrecht, Angelus Hodgson.

History: Madelyn Kenny, Abby Albrecht. Bronze B: Ellie Reiter, Abby Albrecht, Lindsey Curchin.

TIESSEN FINANCIAL DONATES PROCEEDS FROM GOLF TOURNAMENT

The annual HL Tiessen Foundation golf tournament on Thursday, May 25 raised $115,000 for four different local charities and those charities came together on Wednesday, June 28 to accept the proceeds, divided evenly into $28,750 cheques. The charities who benefited from this year’s proceeds are UMEI Christian High School, Erie Shores Health Foundation, Southwestern Ontario Gleaners and The Bridge Youth Resource Centre. Here, from left, are Glenn Sellick (Tiessen Foundation Board), Greg Tiessen (Tiessen Foundation Board), Joel Epp (SWO Gleaners), Hugo Tiessen (Tiessen Foundation Board), Linda Tiessen (Tiessen Foundation Chair), Jeff Lewis (Erie Shores Health Foundation Chair), Anne Dirksen-Cairoli (Tiessen Foundation Board), Krista Rempel (The Bridge Executive Director), Sonia Bedal (UMEI Principal), Liz Campbell (Tiessen Foundation Board), Gloria Cavenago (Erie Shores Health Foundation). SUN photo

Margaret D. Bennie Public School 2023 Grade 8 graduates, from left to right: Wah Ku Moo Moo, Maria Paula Montes Espitia, Ilia Flores Bernal, Alvina Lontok, Amina Alaliwi, Ashley Sanger, Ellie Reiter, Jordan Fehr, Joanna Wall, Kiara Thorton, Jojar Kue, Fatema Al-Hassanawi, Angelus Hodgson, Marriam Al-Ali, Madelyn Kenney, Lindsey Curchin, Hailey Renaud, Abby Albrecht, Milana Andrade, Chloe Dyck, Fatima Al Amin, Arnold Unger, Jesse Knelson, Nathaniel Durham, Jason Fehr, Moussa Eid, Chris Resendes, Nevan Somkhong-Neang, Tavarious Deacon. Absent from photo: Rohila Totakhil, Rylee Edwards, Kayden Antaya. Photo submitted

Kingsville Friendly Club

President Bob Bell welcomed 25 out to play cards on Tuesday, June 27.

Scores in Bridge: Roy Trowell 3770, Bob Bell 3400, Bert Patrick 980.

Scores in Euchre: Sharie Blythe 93, Willy Fittler and Rene Everaert tied with 86, Kathleen Wigfield 85. Most lone hands: Sharie Blythe with 5.

Thanks to Mandy Hric and Carolyn Brown from the Bridge group for a delicious snack to go with coffee and conversation. Door prizes were won by Carolyn Brown, Bert Patrick and Doreen Hillier.

There were 36 members out to play cards on Friday, June 30, welcoming Debbi Everaert for the first time.

Scores in Bridge: Jean

The amazing process of seed germination

Kuipers 4410, Bob Bell 4350, Roy Trowell 4150.

Scores in Euchre: Robert Boose 86, John Gerhardt 85, Dave Patterson 83. Most lone hands was Robert Boose with 6.

Scores in Pepper: Sue Girardin 352, Annette Cranston 281, Bob Cranston 245. Most peppers: Bob Cranston with 4.

Snacks of ice cream drumsticks were supplied by Sue Girardin and Della Dyck of the Pepper group, and enjoyed by all. Thanks to Robert Boose for fixing the coffee pot. Door prize winners were Lila Withers, Jane Ann Callow and Kathleen Wigfield.

Friday will be birthday cake day celebrating all the July birthdays.

Insight Advantage girls on a winning streak

The Intermediate ladies are finding their stride and racking up wins.

On Friday they hosted a talented team of hitters from Harrow. Ava (from Harrow) hit two of the longest home runs ever recorded in the history of the Intermediate Girls Division.

Fortunately, the Leamington lineup hit well from top to bottom, consistently driving in runs all night.

Strong defensive play from Isabella Casimiro,

Rachel Symons, Izzy Digiovanni-Lapoint and Jadan Smith sealed the deal for the Leamington crew as they won 16-12. On Monday night the ladies won 17-10 against Lakeshore.

Izzy DigiovanniLapoint, Isabella Fragoso and Casimiro hit solid all night, while Harper Kettle had the standout defensive game of the night. The girls hit the road this weekend playing Harrow and Lakeshore.

Pet of the Week

The planting season is always an amazing aspect of farming to watch happen. With our favourable climate, soil and water, we are fortunate to be able to grow many food crops on our farmlands. In fact, our farmers grow over 70 different crops. This week, let’s look at the process of seed germination.

Germination is the growth of a plant contained within a seed, resulting in the formation of a seedling. Most seeds go through a period of dormancy where there is no active growth. During this time, the seed can be safely transported to a new location and/or survive adverse climatic conditions until it is favourable for growth.

The seed contains an embryo, and in most plants, they contain stored food reserves wrapped in a seed coat. Under favourable conditions, the seed begins to germinate, and the embryonic tissues resume growth, developing towards a seedling.

The germination of seeds is dependent on many conditions, including temperature, water and oxygen.

Water in germination is the stimulus for the process to begin. Most seeds respond best when there is enough water to moisten the seeds but not soak them. The uptake of

water by seeds is called imbibition, which leads to the swelling and the breaking of the seed coat.

When seeds are formed, most plants store food, such as starch, proteins or oils, to provide nourishment to the growing embryo inside the seed. Once the seedling starts growing and the food reserves are exhausted, it requires a continuous supply of water, nutrients, and light for photosynthesis, which now provides the energy needed for continued growth.

Oxygen is required by the germinating seed for metabolism, the process that allows organisms to grow and reproduce. If the soil is waterlogged or the seed is buried too deep in the soil, it might be cut off from the necessary oxygen it needs.

Oxygen is required by the seed to generate energy until the plant has leaves, at which point it receives energy through photosynthesis, which is the conversion of the sun’s energy into chemical energy for use by the plant.

Temperature affects the cell’s growth rates. Often, seeds have a set of temperature ranges where they will germinate. However, they will not do so above or below this range.

Some seeds cannot germinate

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Kim Cooper

until they experience cooler temperatures. Some seeds will only germinate when temperatures reach hundreds of degrees, as during a forest fire.

In agriculture, germination rate is the number of seeds of a particular plant species, variety or particular seed lot that are likely to germinate. This is usually expressed as a percentage. An 85 per cent germination rate indicates about 85 out of 100 seeds will likely germinate under proper conditions. Germination rate is useful in calculating the seed requirements for a given area or desired number of plants.

A seed growing into a full-grown plant is so interesting to watch happen. So when you are out in the countryside this summer and see the many different crops growing, stop and be amazed at this process of germination and growth.

Just some food for thought.

Kim Cooper was involved in the agribusiness sector for over 45 years. He can be reached at kim.e.cooper@ gmail.com

Home invasion under investigation in Kingsville

On Tuesday June 20 at approximately 12:57 a.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kingsville Detachment responded to an emergency 9-1-1 call for a home invasion at a County Road 27 West, Kingsville address.

It was determined that three suspects attended a residence, two of which were believed to

be armed with suspected handguns and one with an edged weapon. One suspect searched the residence prior to them fleeing the scene in a pickup truck.

Officers were unable to locate the suspects. The vehicle was later recovered in Windsor. No injuries were reported as a result of the

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Sunset Amphitheatre – Seacliff Park

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JULY 22 - Classic Albums Live performs Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon - Note for Note Cut for Cut with opener

Fresh Breath

JULY 29 - Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy with opener

Mary Frances Leahy

MILL ST. MARKETS

Presented by LAC, BIA, Municipality of Leamington

AUGUST 18•SEPTEMBER 15 Street food, artisans, music and more!

incident.

Investigators believe that this is not a random act but rather a targeted incident that remains under investigation. The OPP remind all members of the public to always be aware of their personal safety at all times.

The Essex County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate and is asking residents in the

surrounding areas if they witnessed anything to contact police at 1-888310-1122 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave an anonymous online message at www. catchcrooks.com. If any member of the public has video surveillance capturing anything suspicious, please contact investigators.

STOMPING GROUNDS: LAC Annual Regional Juried Exhibit

THE ISLAND: James Helmer

HISTORICAL LANDMARKS: Paul Shaughnessy

MINI MURAL: call for proposals

Seeking proposals for a mini mural on the LAC. $500 award. MILL ST. MARKET - save the dates + don't miss it!

Fri Aug 18 + Sept 15, 5-10pm

Artists/artisans, crafts, general merchandise, food, beverage, live music + so much more! Still a few vendors spots left for September! Apply today to secure a spot.

July & August

July 10 -15: Crazy About Science & Earth Day is Everyday August 14 -18: Music & Art Adventures, Drama & Art.

ART SUPPLY SHOP

Shop online or in person. Everything from paint and canvas, to clay, sketchbooks, brushes and everything in between! PLUS - we don't charge tax + LAC Members recieve 10% off all art supples. Visit leamingtonartscentre.com/ artsupplyshop to browse our inventory of shop online.

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Point Pelee Karting Club hosts KartStars weekend

Point Pelee Karting Club (PPKC) hosted the KartStars series of races on Canada Day weekend at the track. Several local competitors took to the home track as part of the series. The stop at PPKC was the second in the fivepart series.

PPKC driver Michael Patrick took sixth place in the Briggs Cadet division, with Dominic Artale – another local driver – fin-

ishing 11th. Other Briggs Cadet participants included Nate Rowles, Zach Hansarch and Abree DesRosiers. Artale, Patrick and Rowles also placed well in the KartStars Cadet final.

In the Briggs Jr. division, Point Pelee Karting Club’s Max Franceshelli finished third, just ahead of another local driver Nathan Dupuis. Nora Schmidt and Max Vollans finished 10th and 11th with the other lo-

cal participant being Cole Morgan.

In the Briggs Jr. Light division, a local driver, Jacob Parker, was declared the winner. The win was still in question at press time, due to penalty time not being available and the race was under protest.

Leamington’s Christian Papp, finished sixth, while Ryan Morgan was 10th and Sebastian Mazza 11th. Parker and Dupuis also

competed in the KartStars Junior final.

In the Briggs Masters division, no fewer than six of the race participants were from PPKC, including Kevin May, Logan Quaterone, Abigail Collins and Andrew Sutak, who finished third through sixth. Mike Marion was ninth and Michael Dowhan was 11th. Sutak also competd in the KartStars Sr. final.

The Briggs Senior divi-

sion had a good local representation as five drivers took part. Ryan Brutzki finished second in the final, only .071 seconds off the lead. Other local drivers included Tyler DesRosiers, fifth, and Brodie Myers, 11th. Maddison McLeod and Aiden Marion also raced in this division.

In the VLR Jr. division, local drivers Christian Papp and Nathan Dupuis finished second and third,

while Max Franceshelli finished sixth.

In the VLR Masters class, local drivers were Corey Collins and Jeremy Chatterson.

Christian Papp of Leamington won three Canadian Championships in 2021. Papp, who is 12, began racing when he was four and he has represented Canada in the world championships in Italy in recent years.

Hillier’s dazzling 40 tops the field of Talbot Trail Senior golfers

By Bob McLean

On June 27, the Talbot Trail Senior Men’s golf league had 47 participants hitting away at the small sphere.

Because of the rainfall, I was surprised that the carts could scatter. The previously softened ground readily soaked the rain in, and Derek had made the right call for cart play. The welcomed

rain was a big help in filling the reservoir and keeping things green and healthy.

Gary Hillier was the CP winner on #9 as he hit a brilliant shot to within 8½ feet of the pin. Gary Wilson became a repeat winner of the LP on #2 as he drained a 14½ foot putt.

In the 50-69 year grouping, Krueg continued his excellent play by firing

a 38. Arkey came second with a superb 40. Fred Michano merited a solid 43. Other scores of 45 or less were merited by these golfers: Nasher, Dave Clark, Gerry van Deven 44s; Phil Humphries 45; Frank Van Nie a commendable nifty 50.

In the 70-79 year division, Gary Hillier and Dutchy recorded terrific 40s. Joe Drummond and

Bobo shot excellent scores of 41 and 42 respectively. Other noteworthy results: BW 43, Pearcie 44, Paul Carioli 45 and John Hall 46. OV and Wayne Humber received satisfying nifty 50 results. Only a few 80-85 year olds came out to play.

Long hitter Mike Wright led the way with his praiseworthy 45. Other commendable results

were achieved by Chuck McKenzie 48, Tom Sasso and Ray Foster 54s.

In the 86 years+ group, Neil Adamson shot an impressive 48 to nip the solid results of Walter Balsam and Dave Chambers by one. Tom Hyatt and Andy Orsini finished with commendable 51s.

Off the gold tees, Dave La Bonte led the Super seniors with his awe-

some 49, Gerry Becigneul earned an inspiring 52. Erle earned another satisfying score.

Thank you to all the golf course workers for providing a wonderful place to play golf. Thanks also to Tarciscio for barbecuing the hamburgers.

Why am I using a new putter? The last one didn’t float very well!

Racers line up at the start line.

SUN photos by Deanna Bertrand

Officials weigh and check over Christian Papp’s kart following a race.

Christian Papp, right, with team owner Terry Ventresca.