Southpoint Sun - June 12, 2024

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Cooler temperatures greeted attendees at the Mill Street Market on Friday, June 7 in uptown Leamington, as vendors and entertainment took over Mill Street West, which was open only to pedestrian traffic. The Mill Street Markets are presented by the Leamington Arts Centre in collaboration with the Municipality of Leamington, Uptown Leamington BIA and The Bank Theatre and there will be three more scheduled for this summer. Music filled Shotton Park and the area west of the Arts Centre as patrons listened to local musicians and enjoyed the atmosphere at both locations. Vendors offered their wares and food trucks fed the hungry as they made their way along Mill Street. Mill Street Markets will also take place on July 12, August 9 and September 13. Above, Brad from Velvet Edge Entertainment teaches his juggling skills to Mill Street Market volunteers Liz Herrera, Noah Riley, Elise Wilkinson and Ella Riley. Velvet Edge was on hand with some of their props, entertaining passersby with plate spinning, juggling and hula hooping. SUN photo

Carrousel of the Nations kicks off this weekend

By Paul Forman and Mark Ribble

The annual Carrousel of the Nations kicks off this weekend and continues next weekend with two new ‘villages’ taking part June 15 and four more villages on tap for June 21-23.

The Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County hosts the festival each year with the bulk of the villages in Windsor, but they’ve branched out to the county in recent years.

At Leamington’s Portuguese Community Club,

spokesperson Brianna Oliveira says visitors can expect a wide array of traditional Portuguese food, drinks, music and activities. Scheduled to appear are Malia Afonso, Will Trigo, Ecos de Portugal, as well as a display of bull cart, soccer activities and pony rides.

Food on the menu for the day includes Piri Piri BBQ chicken, grilled sardines, ribs and Portuguese-style hot dogs, among other items.

The event runs from 4-11 pm on Saturday, June 15 at the club at 217

Talbot Street West.

Kingsville is painting the town orange as it joins Carrousel of the Nations for the first time with its Dutch Village at the Grove Brewing Company at 86 Wigle Street on Saturday, June 15. Emerging from a conversation amongst co-workers, it was decided that the Grove’s lead brewer would have his heritage celebrated with Dutch food, drink, live music and games.

The day begins with a Dutch breakfast at 9 a.m. followed by seven Dutch

food offerings including a poutine-like kapsalon.

To quench your thirst, three specialty beers, including a double Dutch lager, have been brewed along with a Dutch-inspired black licorice seltzer.

An extended patio will be set up outside and will be filled with the sounds of the Netherlands from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m, while a communal proost will mark the official beginning to the festivities.

The afternoon will be filled with traditional Dutch family games, in-

cluding spijkerpoepen and the pastry-based game koekhappen.

A vendor’s market will run from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. featuring delectables from Essex’s Schinkels’ Meat Market, while those seeking to burn off some Dutch calories can rent a bike on-site from Kingsville Cycle Works.

Week two will feature the Mexican Village, Lebanese Village, Italian Village and German Village, all of which will be highlighted in the Sun’s June 19 edition.

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The Rotary Club of Leamington’s 2024 Walk, Wine & Dine fundraiser, held on Thursday, May 2, was a resounding success, raising over $6,000 for migrant workers’ mental health and wellbeing. This year’s event continued the mental health theme, supporting the Migrant Worker Community Program. The funds will be used to create new initiatives that foster connections to home and the local community in Leamington. A total of 59 participants joined the event, choosing between two walked routes that featured stops at three restaurants in uptown Leamington. The evening began with appetizers at The Bank Theatre, followed by visits to the restaurants where participants enjoyed a specialty drink and a sample of each establishment’s cuisine. The night concluded back at The Bank Theatre with dessert and a social gathering. The funds ($6,136) were donated with a cheque presentation to the Migrant Workers Community Program on June 5. From left are Anita Vallejo, Martin Varela (chair MWCP), Michael Sharp, Rotarian Wendy Parsons, Rotarian Lynda

Rotarian Shaun Walker, Vianny Tamara, Lucy Flores, Jasmin Sadad and Andrea Guerra. SUN photo

5 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT SEACLIFF MANOR RETIREMENT

1. All of our residents receive 3 a la carte meals EVERY day! Meals are made fresh to order and only contain the best quality ingredients.

2. Happy Hour at our in-house lounge “The Spiked Tomato” is one of our most popular, and well-attended social events!

3. All of the flowers in our beautiful courtyard are planted and maintained by our residents. Our recreation coordinator and residents visit Colosanti’s each year to pick out the perfect combination of beautiful annuals.

4. Seacliff Manor was designed with every detail in mind. From the onsite guest suite for resident’s family and friends, to the accessibility features in each unit, to the open concept set-up in our main dining room and lobby - our home takes into account the unique needs and requirements of all of our residents.

5. We are a family owned and operated company! Our residents benefit from the unique and personalized service that our staff offer as a result from being owned by a local family!

Want to learn more about Seacliff Manor Retirement Residence, and discover why it would be a good fit for you? Call us to set-up your private tour today!

The Rotary Club of Leamington recently made a $5,000 donation to the

Shores Health Foundation, earmarked for the MRI campaign. The Rotary Club’s donation was made through their fundraising efforts, which include volunteering at Chances Gaming Lounge.

From left are Erie Shores Health Foundation Executive Director Penny Bellhouse, Rotarian Donna Lapointe, Rotarian Scott Collier, Rotarian Lynda Walker and Rotarian Shaun Walker. SUN photo

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Discovery Week at ESHC

Several medical students from Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry recently got a taste of life in Leamington during the 26th

annual Discovery Week that took place at Erie Shores HealthCare. The first-year medical students gained first-hand knowledge of the team-

work and collaboration undertaken within a rural/regional hospital site and given opportunity to explore the community.

In the top photo, the students were able to meet with Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. In the back row, from left, are Tarek Madani, Luxshikka Canthiya, Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Fahad Butt, Mia Van Oirschot, Matt Renaud. In front are Jocelyn Wong, Kerry Hu, Merlin Thomas. In the photo on the right, Hannah Vanderzwet practices her skills in one of several hands-on exercises.

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Two Creeks presents Unity Station

The music at Two Creeks Summer Concert Series continues with Unity Station on Sunday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. This band has continued to evolve with many talented musicians throughout the past two decades. You’ll dance your socks off enjoying the tunes, including country, ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and more. Admission is free, but the hat is passed to help offset costs. Food and drinks are available from the Scouts. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. Two Creeks is on Kent Rd. 1, a kilometre north of Wheatley. For the full summer lineup, visit www.twocreeks.ca.

IN THE PHOTO ABOVE

— Getting ready for a friendly game of hoops are, from left, Leamington Councillor Paul Tiessen, Leamington Director of Infrastructure Services Rob Sharon, landscape architect Steve Byrne, Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Director of Public Works Ken Brown, WECF Executive Director Lisa Kolody, WECF Past Chair Rachelle Booth, Leamington Director of Financial Services Laura Rauch, WECF Chair Tom Touralias, Public Works Supervisor Corrie Gabriele, Leamington Chamber Manager Wendy Parsons.

In the bottom photo, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald tries her luck at sinking the first basket.

Basketball courts opened at Seacliff Beach

By Mark Ribble

Young and old alike will enjoy the new basketball courts at the Seacliff Park beach, as the new pair of courts officially opened last week.

On Wednesday, June 5, a ribbon-cutting was held featuring dignitaries from the Municipality of Leamington and the WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF).

The municipality and WECF collaborated on the new waterfront project made possible through an investment from the foundation in celebration of their 40 years of inspiring philanthropy.

The new basketball courts are open and free for residents and visitors to enjoy.

The municipality had received an inquiry from young people in the com-

munity asking about a basketball court and — through their collaboration with WECF — was able to build two courts side-by-side.

The courts were made possible through an initial investment by the WECF and the Honey Family Foundation Fund, with additional funds from the municipality.

“This project is a testament to the power of community collaboration and positive impact of investing in our youth,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “The new basketball courts at Seacliff Park are not only a response to the needs of our young residents, but also a symbol of our commitment to fostering a healthy, active and vibrant community.” BYOB — bring your own ball.

Leamington’s Water Financial Plan

At its May 28 meeting, Leamington Council approved the Municipality of Leamington Water Financial Plan.

The plan aims to provide the municipality with an informed view of operating and capital expenditures needed over time to maintain the integrity and health of its physical water and wastewater infrastructure and operations.

The Water Financial Plan, Water and Wastewater Rate Study, and annual water reports are available for public viewing online at leamington.ca/WaterReports or in person at the Leamington Municipal Building, 11 Erie Street North.

Those who prefer a printed copy can call the municipal office at 519-326-5761.

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Repko Dog Park unleashes plenty of room to roam

By Paul Forman

Wagging tails and friendly barks were in abundance as Repko Dog Park officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on the afternoon of Friday, June 7 in Kingsville.

The Repko family donated a three-acre plot of land to the town in 2018 and the development of the dog park came about as part of the Town of Kingsville Recreation Complex upgrades.

Manager of Parks, Recreation and Facilities Courtney Godfrey stated that approximately $300,000 of

PROMENADE BIKE PATH COMPLETE

The dedicated bike path on the waterfront promenade in Leamington is completed, extending from the Marina to the dock. This new addition is designed to enhance the safety and enjoyment of all waterfront users while improving accessibility for everyone. Previously, despite restrictions against bicycles on the promenade, some individuals continued to ride their bikes in this area, leading to an intermingling of cyclists and pedestrians. Recognizing the need to create a more harmonious and accessible environment, the Municipality of Leamington installed a dedicated bike path. SUN photo

grant money was spent on the park and that this location would be ideal for dog owners that live on the northern side of town.

The new dog park is located at 440 Road 2 East, just north of the town baseball diamonds, and includes a 1.75 acre fenced section for large dogs and a .75 acre fenced section for small dogs.

Pet-friendly vendors were on site at the opening, including Hungry Pooch, Claws and Paws, and Walk About Canine Consulting to provide products and services for our furry friends.

Land donor Paul Repko was instrumental with this project coming to fruition and indicated that this park would “honour family members who have since passed.” At the ribbon-cutting, Repko said, “This park is for the town, its people and the dogs.”

The Repko Dog Park ribbon-cutting included donor Paul Repko in middle (orange) flanked by Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers, donor Karen Repko and members of town administration, vendors and supporters of the new park.

Boomer, in the foreground, along with Dexter, and Winston, in the background, playfully chased each other at the grand opening of Repko Dog Park.

SUN photos by Paul Forman

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Cutting the TV cord...could it be far off?

Being a TV junkie, I have trouble with the idea of ‘cutting the cord’, but I’m getting real close.

Currently, we pay upwards of $250 a month to watch television — something that was free when I was a kid.

And yes, it’s our own fault.

Getting interested in a TV show has you hooked on the channel that broadcasts it — or should I say, streams it.

And therein lies the problem.

Oh sure, there are ways around it if you really want to work at it.

But I long for those simpler days when we got a dozen channels or so, and that was all the TV we needed.

I grew up in the era when colour TV was introduced and we had a black and white TV in our house until I was about eight or nine years old.

While it brought a certain amount of amazement when we first got it, colour television became the norm within a couple years and nobody really knew the difference unless they were watching an old black and white movie or show.

And while I don’t remember it directly, there was a time when you could buy cellophane sheets that were red, blue and green and stick them to the front of your black and white TV and seemingly watch a show in colour.

Technology, it’s a wonderful thing, isn’t it?

I remember watching the first half of The Wizard of Oz with one of my grandchildren a few years ago and their first reaction was, “why is everything grey?” Anyway, the shows that were avail-

1927 Dodge coupe 50 years ago

In 1974, Leamington turned 100 and celebrated its first century with a big parade through town.

Jack Sanford was in that parade driving his 1927 Dodge coupe bought new by Fritz Ammonite on Pelee Island. When Fritz traded it on a new Mercury at Murray Myles dealership in 1957, Jack bought it and gave it a full restoration in time for the Centennial Parade 50 years ago.

A few years later, Jack

sold the car to Curly Clark, who later sold it to Larry McDonald of Wheatley, who displayed it at the first Heinz Ketchup Cruise on the front lawn of Heinz in Leamington in 2001 along with 60 other cars.

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Larry later sold the Dodge and we are told it went to someone on Pelee Island, where its original owner lived.

If anyone knows the

current owner of this car, please contact us. We would love to see it again in our 150th parade on the last weekend in June with Bob Sanford either driving it or riding in it as a passenger in memory of his dad, Jack Sanford.

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Anyone know these youngsters, or where the car might be today? Email sun@southpointsun.ca

able to us basically came through three major American networks — ABC, NBC and CBS — and one Canadian network — CBC.

We were still years away from cable television and the likes of HBO, TBS and Cinemax.

We had great stations out of Detroit like WXYZ, WJBK and WWJ and when coupled with our channel 9 WBET out of Windsor, we had the best of all worlds.

Of course, no list of great area channels would be complete without channels 50, 62 and 20 — all independent stations at the time, that carried some great programming.

Toledo had channel 11, 13 and 24, which just added to the mix.

And on a good day, we’d get Cleveland stations too.

WEWS, known to us back then as channel 5, was the earliest of the Cleveland TV stations, with roots back to the late 1940s. Channels 43 and 61 were important to our youth, as they carried stuff we were interested in.

The Ghoul had a big influence on teens in those days — airing a horror movie and inserting his own comments into them as we watched, for comic relief.

He’d blow up model cars and was a big fan of Cheez Wiz and kielbassa.

We watched The Ghoul on channel 61 out of Cleveland originally, until concerned parents got tired of their kids yelling, “overdey”, scratch glass, turn blue” and Froggy, Froggy, Froggy” — at which time channel 61 took it off the air.

Thank goodness for channel 20 in Detroit, who picked up the show a couple years later and got us through our formative years — none the worse for the

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wear.

Meanwhile, channel 2 out of Detroit had Sir Graves Ghastly.

I miss those Saturday movie shows. The movies were always terrible but Sir Graves, Bill Kennedy and Rita Bell always had something interesting to say.

During my late teens, cable television stations started popping up and channel 20 out of Detroit actually became one of the first ‘pay tv’ outfits in the area.

It was called ON-TV (very original) and they played some late-night stuff that the networks wouldn’t touch due to content.

The signal was scrambled unless you were a subscriber, but it wasn’t long before people were selling descramblers on the “grey” market here.

My dad bought one and we had a few months of ON-TV — very educational programming, if you know what I mean — until they scrambled the signal again and he refused to keep upgrading his decoder.

Then along came all of the other payfor-tv outfits and they were off to the races.

It went from the early days of Essex Cable TV at about $10 a month, to what we have now, where it’s almost as much as a car payment.

And yes, everything has gone up, but if you’d have told me 50 years ago that we’d eventually be paying over $200 a month to watch television, I would have laughed in your general direction.

Fitting tribute to Lightfoot

Over 20 “musical ambassadors”, featuring some of Canada’s greatest musical performers, paid tribute to the late Gordon Lightfoot at Toronto’s Massey Hall on Thursday night, May 23. Some 2,750 fans along with many stars packed the hall for one heck of a celebration.

While Gord passed away just over a year ago, Massey Hall was a perfect place for this event as it is known as the House That Gord Built. For all of us who missed this show, it has been recorded by the CBC for a future broadcast in its Live at Massey Hall series.

But from all reports, the evening will be remembered as a wonderful night of celebrating Lightfoot’s life with lots of stories and laughter, and several performers, groups and friends singing many of his greatest songs. Gord would’ve been happy as he played 170 times at the “Hall” and this evening was number 171.

Lightfoot’s longtime band and accompanists which included drummer Barry Keane and bassist Rick Haynes, along with featured pedal steel guitarist Ed “Pee Wee Charles” Ringwald and guitarists Mike Heffernan, Caster Lancaster and Andy Mauck, played for the first half of the show. Blue Rodeo’s singer-guitarists Jim Cuddy and Greg Kellor, along with other guitarists Collin Cripps and Jimmy Boswell, drummer Glenn Milcham, keyboardist Mike Boguski and bassist Bazil Donovan played in the second half.

Among the many stars there to “play” their respects were Burton Cummings, Tom Cochrane, Sylvia Tyson, Serena Ryder, Murray McLauchlan and Kathleen Edwards. One of the surprises that evening featured was Rush’s Geddy Lee performing with

Blue Rodeo’s Greg Kellor. Also, Burton Cummings did an incredible impression of Lightfoot singing Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” that created much laughter in the attending crowd.

There were some wonderful duets that evening including Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, who joined Blue Rodeo for a powerful version of “The Way I Feel” with Lee including some very powerful bass. The Good Brothers and Blue Rodeo added a great punch with their powerful version of “Alberta Bound”, which was followed by a grand finale featuring all the stars singing an upbeat version of “Summer Side of Life”. Who could ask for anything more?

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SWANS PRESENT ARBORETUM/LEARNING TRAIL BENCH

The Wheatley Swans Club donated a lovely bench for visitors to sit and enjoy the Wheatley Arboretum Learning Trail. The bench was set in place on May 18. The Swans are a very active group that donates to groups and organizations around the Wheatley area. Seated on the bench are Swan Mary Ann Guyitt (left) and Swan Daria Matheson. Standing, left to right: Swan Marjorie Jackson, Swan Joyce Mahovlich, Swan Dale Dierckens, Swan President Geri Vary, Swan Pauline Sample, Swan Beth McCready, Swan Nancy Wright, Swan Nancy Springthorpe, Swan Judy Malott and Swan Lorna Bell. Contact wheatleyswans@gmail.com for information about joining the Swans. Photo submitted

SWANS SUPPORT WHEATLEY’S STATION 20

The Wheatley Swans Club was out again in their community donating funds. This time it was a $2,000 cheque to the Chatham-Kent Fire Station 20 on May 18. Pictured are various members of the Chatham-Kent Fire Station 20, as well as several club members. Firefighters, left to right: Caitlin Luno-Gilligan, Wayne Harris, Justin Imeson, Jordan Stubbert, Derek Robinson, Caleb Beaupre. Swans members, left to right: President Wheatley Swans Geri Vary, Swan Pauline Sample, Swan Lorne Bell, Swan Joyce Mahovlich, Swan Nancy Springthorpe, Swan Daria Matheson (holding the cheque), Swan Mary Ann Guyitt, Swan Marjorie Jackson, Swan Dale Dierckens (in back), Swan Mary Mahovlich, Swan Judy Malott. In front, kneeling, are Swan Beth McCready and Fire Chief Greg Hodgson. Photo submitted

80th anniversary of D-Day marked across Canada

Thursday, June 6 marked the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in the Battle of Normandy and the beginning of the end of the Second World War.

For the Canadians who landed on Juno Beach on June 6, 1944, it was a day they would never forget. Allies launched Oper-

ation Overlord, a massive amphibious assault on the coast of occupied France intended to secure a beachhead in Western Europe.

Troops stormed the heavily defended beaches of Normandy, France, to open the way to Germany from the West. Victory in the Normandy Campaign

would come at a terrible cost. The Canadians suffered the most casualties of any division in the British Army Group.

Many area men participated on that heroic day, by land, at sea or in the air. Hundreds more came ashore at Juno Beach in Normandy in the days and weeks that followed.

Risks for young children in the home

Health Canada, Ontario Region, is reminding the public about products in the home like button batteries and certain corded window coverings that can be a risk for young children.

Button Batteries: Know which devices in your home use button batteries and regularly check that battery compartments are secure. Store button batteries out of reach and sight of young children, and carefully dispose of used batteries right away. Always supervise children when they use products containing

D-Day was the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany, but it came at a price – 359 Canadians were killed in action that day, 574 wounded and 47 taken prisoner.

The first wave of men that stormed the beach in the pre-dawn hours that morning were only given a 50/50 chance of sur-

button batteries.

Blinds and Window Coverings: Always keep cords out of the reach of children. Never place cribs, beds, and playpens near a window where a child could reach a cord. Replace old window coverings that have long accessible cords with safer options that don’t have exposed cords to reduce the risk of strangulation. Start with children’s rooms and places where children play.

vival. The 3rd Canadian Division landed on Juno Beach in the morning and by the end of the day progressed farther inland than any of the Allies on D-Day.

Fourteen thousand Canadians landed on D-Day, 450 jumped in by parachute or landed by glider. The Royal Canadian Navy provided 109 vessels and 10,000 sailors. Every Royal Canadian Air Force squadron in the United Kingdom, both fighter and bomber, were involved.

During the first six days of the Normandy Campaign, 1,017 Canadians died. The Battle of Normandy lasted for 11 weeks. Fighting through

the dust and heat of the French summer, more than 5,000 Canadian soldiers were killed and another 13,000 wounded before the campaign officially came to a close in late August 1944.

All Canadians share a responsibility to keep Veterans’ stories alive, recognize the cost of war and honour their sacrifice which allows us the privileges and peace we know today.

To mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, ceremonies and events took place across Canada to honour those who took part in the invasion. Lest We Forget.

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remembered by Daddy, Opa and Oma Cornies, uncles, aunts and cousins.

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Wheatley Friendship Club news

By Bonnie G. Dawson

On June 5, Wheatley Friendship Club president Helen Symons welcomed everyone and then proceeded to introduce the Friendship Club Senior of the Year – Linda Wigfield. Helen presenting her with flowers and cake. Congratulations Linda.

Before Bingo started, everyone settled in to enjoy the delicious treat of cake and juice.

Thanks to Janet Hewett and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo. The winners were Dianne Lenarduzzi, Robert Lapsa, Ruth Ann Snively, Earlene Gould, Bob Dawson, Linda Niehus, Helen Clark, Carol Mady, Bonnie G. Dawson, Rose Hatt, Donna Moody, Doreen Armstrong and Karen Deyell.

The next Bingo will be on June 19 at 1 p.m. Cost is $2 to play. Doreen Armstrong will be on refreshments.

The 50/50 winners were Carol Mady and Linda Niehus.

For upcoming events, see the sign-up sheets in the hall.

A rain date for the watercolour classes is set for Friday, June 14. This will be the last until Septem-

ber.

On Saturday, June 15 there will be a Town Wide Yard Sale from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The Friendship Club will hold an open house that day at the same time to celebrate the club’s 50th Anniversary. Come celebrate with the members.

On June 30, the Friendship Club will have a float in the Fish Festival Parade.

Regular club activities include Quilting (Monday and Thursday, 9-3), Euchre (Tuesday, 1:304:00, cost $2), Pepper (Tuesday, 1:00-3:30, cost $2). The Exercise Room, Billiards, Darts and Corn Hole are available for $2. The Heritage Room is open on Thursday from 1-3 p.m.

On July 10, the Friendship Club will hold its annual picnic at the club. It will be a potluck meal and everyone is to provide a dish. It will be at noon that day and the club hopes to have broasted chicken available. The theme is farm-related.

Contact info: email wheatleyfriendship@ gmail.com or call 519-8254870.

Until next time…

Wheatley youngster honoured by municipality

Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff made a special appearance at Wheatley Area Public School on Wednesday, June 5 as part of the municipality’s Youth Community Recognition Awards, where he bestowed an award on a very worthy student.

Avery Anderson was one of 49 young volun-

teers from across Chatham-Kent to receive the award.

Sponsored by Mainstreet Credit Union, the awards were originally announced at a ceremony in May at the Capitol Theatre in Chatham, before the mayor made the rounds to make sure each recipient got their award in person.

Each recipient received an engraved award and the choice of a $100 restaurant gift card or $150 toward their education savings plan.

Avery’s involvement in her community and also in the school community is part of the great initiative she shows on a daily basis.

She is a leader in the

Junior Wellness Club at the school and is instrumental in coming up with ideas for school activities and fun announcements. In the community, Avery helps weed the municipal gardens in Wheatley, paints positivity rocks, helps neighbours with their garbage bins and also helps with beach clean-up.

Avery Anderson, middle, with her award, flanked by Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff, Avery’s sister Andie, mom Lauren and dad Curtis. Photo submitted

Duan Fysh

Duan Fysh, 89 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, on Friday, June 7, 2024.

Beloved husband of Vera (Phipps) for 70 years. Loving father of Cindy Irwin (Wayne), Diane Guetter (Frank), Terry Fysh (Cheryl), Tammy Chenette, Jo-Anne Mangold (Wayne Kelly). Cherished grandfather of 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Son of the late Ernest and Etha Fysh. Dear brother of the late Velda Weber, Howard, Gerry and Jack Fysh. Duan will be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Duan retired from truck driving at age 72 from CNS Trucking.

Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 from 1 p.m. until the funeral service to celebrate Duan’s life at 3 p.m. Cremation to follow.

If desired, memorial donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appre-ciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Jane Recker

January 5, 1942 – April 22, 2024

Jane Recker passed away unexpectedly in Leamington on Monday, April 22, 2024 at the age of 82 after a life full of love.

She will be remembered for her kindness, warmth and sense of humour. Loving and supportive mother to Lisa, Tama and Christine, and adoring grandmother to Dylan, Claire and Lily.

Jane was the only child of Ethel and Glen Stewart and grew up on the 6th Concession where her lifelong love of animals, birds and nature began. She excelled in her studies, being one of the only women in her high school physics classes and enrolling in a laboratory technician program at the University of Toronto.

After meeting John at a hockey game, they married in 1961 and moved to Point Pelee Drive, where Jane resided until her passing. Living on Lake Erie was a joy to her!

Jane completed her piano diploma in London in 1967. She worked as a piano teacher, and then as music coordinator at St. Clair College. After John passed away in 1991, she took over Recker Distribution Services until her retirement.

She later married Joseph Barrows (predeceased) and love found her once more with Patrick Moylan (pre-deceased). Jane and Pat enjoyed many years of travelling.

Jane loved laughter with family and friends, was an avid card player and enjoyed listening to music. She savoured her years as a snowbird in Florida where she soaked up the sun and connected with winter friends.

Most of all, Jane was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved talking about her grandkids and the special place they held in her heart. As we strive to balance the deep sadness with gratitude for the gifts of her lifetime, we can hear her laughter and feel her love.

Visitation will be at Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell Street, Leamington, 519-326-2631) on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Jane would prefer a donation to the Friends of Point Pelee or charity of your choice. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Legion fun darts draws 16 players

There were 16 players out for Friday Night Fun Darts on June 7, including a visitor from Halifax and some who were attending a wedding.

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Recording five wins were Manny Resendes and Dave Vermeiren, as well as Julie Reid, Larry Evoy and Jay Aird. Four wins: Gord Crook and Jim McClellan. Three

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wins: Jean Teylouni, Karl Bartelt and Neil Handspiker; Bonnie Evoy, Barry Bartelt and Dennis Kiss. One win: Virginia Bartelt, Tim Butt and Tim Thiessen. Jean was the only lady doubler.

$200 plus $26 HST = $226

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

The next Fun Darts night is Friday, June 14 at Kingsville Legion. Signup is at 7 p.m. and play begins at 7:15.

Patricia Ann Haggith

Patricia Ann Haggith, 75 years, of London, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Friday, May 31, 2024 at Victoria Hospital after a courageous health battle.

She is the daughter of the late Murray and Amelia Haggith. To be greatly missed by her children Sarah Duncan (Brad) and Jesse Duncan (Ronelle), her sisters Linda Patkau (Will) and Susan Haggith (George McPhail) and her dearest friend, Clara Bacsi. Forever missed by her grandchildren Aiden, Norah, Jack and Rowan, whom she enjoyed seeing grow and laugh to the fullest. She is also survived and will be missed by her nephews and several cousins and friends.

She retired as a dedicated teacher librarian with the Thames Valley District School Board.

A memorial gathering took place on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Westview Funeral Chapel in London. A private family internment was held on June 7, 2024.

Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Pat are asked to consider the Canadian Lung Association.

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Rose Ann Halford

June 12, 2024

Over the first weekend of June, the Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village (CTMHV) hosted a landmark event — the very first pinup pageant in Windsor Essex County. Held in conjunction with the Fun on Wheels Car Show, the Ms. Wheels and Heels pageant was an outstanding success, drawing 18 contestants from Toronto, London, Michigan and many local participants. The event was spearheaded by Vanessa, known in the community as Vintage Vanessa, who expressed her delight at the pageant’s reception. The pageant, which celebrates empowerment, body positivity and community, also highlights the elegance and charm of a bygone era. Contestants displayed their vintage-inspired style and poise, competing for several titles. The event concluded with the crowning of the first Ms. Wheels and Heels 2024, Lindy Lamour from Michigan, pictured above.

Wilfred Alexander Barnet

August 29, 1929 – June 5, 2024

Wilfred Alexander Barnet passed away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the age of 94.

October 27, 1942 – June 4, 2024

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It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Rose Ann Halford (nee Hooker) on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the age of 81.

Cherished wife to the late Roy Halford. Survived by her sister Patricia Wiebe (the late Rudy). Predeceased by her siblings Carl Hooker and Lily Tamm (the late Eric), and her parents Grace and George Hooker. Forever remembered by her niece Denise Dirk (Peter Davidsen) and children Landon (Jenn) Deelstra, Quentin Dirk, and Brady Dirk; nephews Richard Dicaire; Derrick (Tracy) Tamm and children Eric Tamm, Krista (Marcus) Talbot and children Scarlett and Matthew; Nicole Tamm; Kirk Tamm (Roberta); and Christopher Tamm.

Rose Ann will be dearly missed by her “bonus” family Sandy, Julie (Barry), Katy (Brian) and their daughter Elly –the light of Rose Ann’s life for so many years.

Rose Ann was so incredibly loved by all – her neighbours, friends and co-workers at the print shop.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

As per her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Rose Ann is reunited with the love of her life, Roy. “Free as bird.”

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

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

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Beloved husband of the late Mary Jane (nee Girardin, 2024), with whom he shared 68 years of marriage. Dear father of Ben (Eva) Barnet and Roberta (Joss Richer) Barnet. Grandfather of Daniel Richer (Marilyn Venney) and Miriam Richer (Mike Thorn). Son of the late Wilfred and Robena (nee Edington) Barnet. Brother of the late Betsy Gradwell (late Bill), late Bill Barnet (late Bev) and late Helen McDonald (late Arthur).

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Wilfred was born on the family farm on Seacliff Drive. When Wilfred married Mary Jane in 1954, he took over the family farm growing cucumbers and tomatoes. Gradually, through trial and error, the farm concentrated on house plants. He was instrumental in starting the Dutch Flower Clock in Toronto and Montreal.

Wilfred was a Scout leader for 25 years and volunteered at Camp Henry, ensuring the continuation of the camp at Point Pelee. Proudly, Wilfred walked the Bruce Trail from end to end, and helped maintain a section of it for many years.

Wilfred liked to boat, swim and golf. He loved camping and building huge campfires with lots of campfire songs being sung. Wilfred and Mary Jane joined the local squaredancing group, which kept them social and active. They also enjoyed many cruises together.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell Street, Leamington 519-326-2631).

In lieu of flowers, donations directed to Leamington Mennonite Home (mennonitehome.ca/donations) are greatly appreciated.

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Photo by Brian Thompson

WHEELS AND HEELS

Community Calendar

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB WILL MEET at 7:00 p.m. at Ojibway Nature Centre, 5200 Matchette Rd., Windsor. Speaker: Julie Hall. Topic: Nature Trivia Night. Teams or play solo, designed for nature lovers of all levels. All welcome. Free to attend.

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE MASS AND TOUR OF SHRINE - from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm with children’s activities, music, mass, buffet, candlelight Rosary procession at Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine, 447 Highway 77, Leamington.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

KINGSVILLE ARCHIVES OPEN HOUSE - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., 40A Main St. West, Kingsville. Explore the collection. Meet the volunteers. Discover new and old facts. Share your history. Say "Hi" to our summer student. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

FATHER’S DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST, hosted by Kingsville Lions Club, from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Kingsville Lions Hall, 23 Mill St. W., Kingsville. $10 per person, $5 for children 2-12 years old, under 2 years eat free. Pancakes, sausages, coffee, tea & juice. All welcome.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

TWO CREEKS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS UNITY STATION at 6:30 p.m. Country, ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and more. Admission is free but the hat is passed. Scouts’ food & drink booth. Bring lawn chairs or blanket. Two Creeks is 1km north of Wheatley on Kent Rd. 1. More info: www.twocreeks.ca.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

SAY YES TO KIDS! SUNDAY - EVERY CHILD MATTERS - at 10:30 a.m.

St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. A specially designed Eucharist service to involve more young people and the young of heart of the parish. Remember to wear your Orange Shirt. Joyful music to celebrate all ages!

SATURDAY, JULY 27

WONDERBROADS 3rd ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT - 4-person scramble, 18 holes w/cart, hotdog & beverage. Register your foursome at 2024wonderbroadgolf.golfgenius.com. Fundraiser in support of Wonderbroads Dragonboat Racing Organization which is comprised of breast cancer survivors from Windsor/Essex County.

ONGOING

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.

SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL - ADULT DAY PROGRAM - Join us at Faith Mennonite for a day service providing social, recreational and personal support to clients and respite. For more information or to register, call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.

FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.

URSA MAJOR’S LITTLE BEAR CAFE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST every Monday (except holidays), 1860 Division Rd. North, Kingsville. Ursa Major Day Support Program’s community breakfast awaits with free coffee, tea, and simple eats — available while supplies last. Open to the whole community. We welcome everyone to join in the good food and fellowship. For more details, visit www.UMLSC. org or email contact@umlsc.org.

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 6:30 pm every other Wednesday at the Leamington Library, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.

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

WHEATLEY BAPTIST CHURCH - 47 Talbot St. E. Everyone is welcome to come worship with us. Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Bible study Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Adult fellowship Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. For more info call 519-825-7433.

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

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

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

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

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

MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-3263821. www.pregnancycentre.net.

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

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.

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

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9am1pm & Saturday 9am-12pm, 145 Division St. S. (in Legion parking lot). Closed Sunday, Monday & holidays. Displays include medals from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korea, and much more. Admission by donation. More info: kingsvillemilitarymuseum.ca

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

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

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

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

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

MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 am. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521.

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 pm. Can only be viewed in Chatham-Kent 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.

To place your event in the Community Calendar... Phone: 519-398-9098 • Email: sun@southpointsun.ca • or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington SUBMISSIONS NOT GUARANTEED.

OG PIZZA AND KNIGHTS TEAM UP FOR HOMELESS

The Community Meals Team from St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus #4501 prepares over 120 meals monthly to help feed the homeless and this month they teamed up with Leamington’s OG Pizza to provide meals for the needy, which they distributed through the United Church Monday meal program. OG Pizza generously donated 50 percent of the subs that they made up for the KofC and the program is sponsored through funds raised at Chances Leamington. From left are Don Bedore, Ron McCracken, OG Pizza partner Alex Pepper, Herman DeGoey, Luis Sardinha and Nick Lutsch. Absent was OG partner Nick Azar. SUN photo

Lawn

watering restrictions in Wheatley

Chatham-Kent Public Utilities Commission (CK PUC) is implementing lawn watering restrictions for all residential and commercial customers on municipal water in Wheatley and Tilbury.

The water restrictions came into effect on May 24 and are as follows:

• This applies to lawn watering, all irrigation and other non-essential uses of the potable water supply.

• Customers with odd-numbered addresses are allowed to water their lawns on odd-numbered days.

• Customers with even-numbered addresses are allowed to water their lawns on even-numbered days.

• There will be a two-month grace period for newly sodded lawns.

“Due to the limitations of the current temporary water treatment plant in Wheatley and the extended hot weather that this region has been experiencing, lawn watering has placed extra demands on the water system,” said General Manager Darren Galbraith.

Gosfield South Area Public School Grade 8 graduates, June 1965. If you can identify any of these students (looks like a set of twins in the front row), please contact the kingsvillearchives@ gmail.com or call us at 226-348-6377 (leave message).

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

Police Chief John ‘Jack’ Lamarsh, the son of a pioneer family, was hired as a Leamington policeman in 1911 but left in 1913. After a year’s absence he rejoined the force as Leamington’s Chief of Police and held that position from 1914 until death on November 9, 1941.

June 1994 - In the annual Precompetitive Gymnastic Meet held in Woodstock on June 6, two local gymnasts did very well. Representing the L.G.C. Saltos Club from Leamington in her first meet, Brittany Woelk (right) placed sixth overall in the age 5 to 6 category. Her strength and grace won her a bronze medal on beam, 6th on bars and floor and 7th on vault. Anna-Marie Miller (left) competed in the 8A category with a field of 21 gymnasts. She placed sixth on bars and eighth on beam and floor.

~IMAGES OF 1974~

With Leamington’s Sesquicentennial fast approaching, we look back on Leamington’s Centennial in 1974. Ron Henderson took plenty of pictures that summer and his son Bob has passed on a few of them to the Southpoint Sun, as seen below.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

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

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

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Bob Henderson, left, and his brother John, met with Oopsy the Clown, who was in Leamington for the 1974 celebration. The Toronto-Dominion Bank in the background is now the location of the Gingerbread House.

The 1974 Centennial Parade made its way east on Talbot Street, with five young people perched in the window above Jackson’s China. We suspect the fellow on the right is Rob McGirr and the young lady second from left, Lynn Jackson. We’re not sure of the others in the photo. Email sun@southpointsun.ca to let us know.

The 1974 Centennial Pie Eating contest was a two-step event with whipped cream pies, followed by blueberry pies. The four fellows on the left are unidentified, but the six on the right have been made known to us. Beginning with the shirtless fellow in the middle, Bill Taylor and going right to Gord Meuser, Terry Misener, Wayne Reid, Kris Manery and Rob Specs Johnston. Any help with the other four would be appreciated at sun@southpointsun.ca.

1901 VILLA CANAL DR, KINGSVILLE

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Renovations that can help sell a house

Homeowners looking to sell their property are often exploring ways to make their home stand out and appeal to potential buyers. One effective strategy is to invest in the type of renovations that can increase a home’s value and desirability. According to real estate experts, here are some key renovation projects that can make a home more desirable to buyers:

Update the kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home and buyers are often willing to pay a premium for a modern, well-designed kitchen space. Replacing outdated appliances, refacing cabinets and installing new countertops can make a significant difference in a home’s appeal and perceived value.

Renovate bathrooms

Today’s buyers are looking for spa-like retreats, not just functional bathrooms. Updates like rainfall showerheads, freestanding tubs and high-end finishes can really elevate the perceived value of a home. Bathroom renovations are a smart investment that can pay dividends when it’s time to sell.

Replace windows

Energy-efficient windows not only improve a home’s curb appeal but they also provide long-term savings on utility bills, a benefit that is attractive to buyers. Window replacement can be a wise renovation, as it enhances both the aesthetic and practical aspects of a property.

Refinish hardwood floors

Refinishing hardwood floors can breathe new life into a home, restoring its shine and luster. This can make the home appear better maintained and more move-in ready for buyers.

Finish basements or attics

Transforming unused or underutilized spaces, such as basements or attics, into functional living areas can increase a home’s square footage and appeal to buyers seeking additional living space.

Enhance outdoor living spaces

Patios, decks, and other outdoor amenities are in high demand, as buyers seek homes with inviting and well-designed outdoor living spaces. Enhancing these areas can create a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience that adds to a home’s overall value.

Fresh paint job

A fresh coat of neutral-colored paint can make a home feel clean, updated and move-in ready for prospective buyers, allowing them to more easily envision themselves living in the space.

While renovations require an upfront investment, the potential return on that investment when selling a home can be substantial. Real estate professionals recommend that sellers consult with a realtor to identify the most impactful renovations for their specific property and local market. With the right upgrades, homeowners can position their home for a quicker sale at a higher price.

MOVING SALE

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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

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

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $16.55/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@ pinnacle-acres.com

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E.

NOTICE

NOTICE

ConCerning The Shanks Cemetery

3900-4308 Talbot Trail, Municipality of Chatham Kent

The Shanks Cemetery has submitted by-laws to the registrar of the Funeral, Burial and Cremations Services Act, 2002.

Bylaws or amendments may be reviewed by picking up a copy at the Annual Cemetery Memorial /Decoration Day Service on Sunday June 16, 2024, at 3:00 pm or from the Talbot Street United Church, 3471 Talbot Trail, either inside the building or from the onsite mailbox. To receive an electronic copy via email, sign up at the Memorial Service or mail your printed email address to LK Klassen, 3429 Second Concession Line, R.R. # 1 Wheatley ON N0P2P0. A copy will be forwarded to you. Photocopies may be made of the by-laws or amendment document.

These by-laws are subject to the approval of the Registrar, Funeral, Burial, and Cremation Services Act, 2002. Telephone: Bereavement Authority of Ontario 647-483-2645 or 1-844-493-6356.

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NOTICE

Notice of Passing of Municipal-Wide Development Charges By-law

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS 12 NOON ON FRIDAYS

Take Notice, that on March 18, 2024, Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent passed municipalwide development charges By-law No. 30-2024 under section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27, as amended;

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal under section 14 of the Act, in respect of the development charges by-law, by filing with the Clerk of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent on or before the 3rd day of July, 2024. A notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons supporting the objection. Due to an administrative oversight, notices of the passing of the by-law were not published within 20 days of the passage of By-law No. 30-2024. This would have established an appeal period ending 40 days after March 18, 2024. Due to this oversight, notice of passing is being provided at this time, and subject to any direction received by the Ontario Land Tribunal, Chatham-Kent is prepared to accept any appeals received for 20 days following publication of this notice, being the 3rd day of July, 2024.

The by-law provides for development charges associated with water and wastewater.

The schedule of development charges imposed by the by-law, which came into effect on March 25, 2024, is as follows:

Schedule B Schedule of Development Charges

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, you may have to shuffle your schedule a bit this week to accommodate some interesting ideas that you have come up with on the fly. It’s a good thing you’re adaptable.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, think about where you want to go in the upcoming weeks, because you have some pretty influential supporters who can help propel you in that very direction.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, you may be involved in a few different projects right now, but often you start things and do not finish them, which can be frustrating to others. Do not take on any additional tasks.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

You have some high hopes regarding something that has been taking up your time for quite a while, Cancer. Although you’re getting good feedback, don’t count your chickens just yet.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, if you haven’t been doing so already, it is important to set aside some savings so that you’ll have a safety net in the future. It’s essential that you are not just living for today.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, get together with your significant other or another partner and figure out how to divide the workload that has been bogging you down. It’s alright to admit that you need help.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, if you think about it, you have been procrastinating a bit more than usual. It

might be because your tasks are not interesting you much. That could mean finding new hobbies.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, get essential tasks out of the way early this week, because it’s likely you will not be enthusiastic about mundane jobs later on. Save plenty of time for fun and entertaining.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Emotions are roiling right now, Sagittarius. Perhaps it is not the best time to reach out to an estranged friend or family member. Instead, wait things out a little longer.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

It is time to disconnect from all of the gadgets and feeds that are constantly drawing your attention, Capricorn. Enjoy a technological detox and reconnect with friends.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, you are a major force to reckon with when you pair your creative visions with solid, grounded plans. Things will start falling into place soon enough.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

This week you get a free pass to put yourself first and foremost for a change, Pisces. Go to the head of the line, because it’s all about you for the next few days.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

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JUNE 13 Ashley & Mary-Kate Olsen (38)

JUNE 14 Donald Trump, Politician (78)

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Lady Cavs win provincial title and qualify for OFSSAA with tournament wins

On May 23-24, the 2024 Kingsville District High School Lady Cavs Senior Girls Softball team joined the 2019 and 2023 Lady Cavs Senior Girls’ Softball team in winning the Open Girls High School Slo-Pitch Ontario AAA Provincial Championship. They got off to a great start Thursday morning mercying London Regina Mundi 19-1 in only five innings of play. They followed that up by beating the Hamilton City champions, Hamilton St. Mary’s, 12-7 in an exciting game that saw Hamilton load the bases in the top of the seventh but KDHS get out of it.

thers, winning 12-0 in five innings.

In the finals, the Lady Cavs played Essex County rival Villanova and beat them 19-6, again in five innings.

In the semi-finals the next morning, their outstanding hitting and defense continued against the Huron-Perth Champion South Huron Pan-

Every single girl on the team contributed and played awesome.

On May 28-29, WECSSAA held the annual Senior Girls Softball Tournament.

It started off slow for

the Cavs as they lost a tight 6-4 contest to Leamington’s Cardinal Carter. But they then bounced back quickly with backto-back wins over L’Essor (18-2) and North Star (11-9). They finished the day with a thrilling comefrom-behind 14-13 walkoff win against Windsor’s Lajeunesse.

Day two of the tournament saw another last-inning rally, this time beat-

ing Villanova 12-11 in the bottom of the seventh to propel them into the finals against Sandwich.

Game one of the finals saw the Lady Cavs again victorious, this time 13-9. After losing their opening game of the tournament, the Cavs needed to play a seventh overall game and beat Sandwich again. This time the girls came up just short, losing 19-13 to Sandwich.

The Cavs received new life though, when Sandwich defeated LKSSAA champion Sarnia Great Lakes, setting up a playin game with the Cavs and Sarnia.

On June 3, the Lady Cavs travelled to Sarnia and defeated Sarnia Great Lakes 13-8, qualifying them for the OFSSAA tournament.

KDHS Senior Girls Softball team, front row, left to right: Coach Julie Love, Alex Booth, Avery Allsop, Emerson Jadishke, Addison Dyck, Lily Mora, Natalie Mann. Back row: Coach Rudy Dyck, Lexyss Masse, Piper Scherer, Ava Merritt, Alexis Russell, Raegan Woodiwiss, Peyton Shaw, Kamora Buzek, coach Jeff Woodiwiss. Absent from photo: KK Benko, coach Steve Benko. Photo submitted

Drummond a hot shooter at Talbot Trail

Fifty-nine Talbot Trail senior men’s league golfers enjoyed a beautiful, sunny day of golf on the hilly course. Joe Drummond eclipsed the field with a sparkling 37.

The LP winner on #2 was Trigger (Rick Dibbley) who drained a superb 18-footer. Pearcie won the CP on #7 by hitting a scintillating shot to within nine feet of the #7 pin. Bobo claimed the CP on #9 with his shot that ended up seven feet from the stick.

The 50-69y grouping struggled a bit. Arkey’s solid 43 ended up being the lowest score. Others who fired scores of 50 or less were Frank Van Nie, Phil Humphries, John Liddell and Dave Clark. Clarkie had a nifty 50.

In the 70-79y division there was a true battle for second place. A foursome comprised of Kreug, Pearcie, Dunner and Dutchy had a friendly battle for bragging rights. Both Kreug and Pearcie shot excellent 39s. Dutchy scored a terrific 40 and Dunner a marvellous 41. BW shot two double bogies in a row, but then played fantastically scoring seven straight pars to shoot an impressive 40. Other top shooters were Rick Thompson 42, Gary Hillier 44, and 45s by Francis Garant, Schmitty and OV. Bryon Walker had a very satisfying round.

In the 80-85y section, long hitter Mike Wright recorded an excellent 42. Joe Vrtel, Ray Foster, Ron

McCracken and Dave Chambers produced very noteworthy results.

Tom Hyatt, Neil Adamson and Walter Balsam, three of the league’s super seniors, age 85 to 90+, played extremely well off the silver tees shooting very praiseworthy scores of 51, 53 and 54 respectively.

Ninety-two-year-old Gerry Becigneul led the super seniors off the gold tees by scoring a nifty 50. Carl Robinson played well, achieving a praiseworthy 53. Erle played well and earned a satisfying result.

Special thanks to Dunner for donating six dozen golf balls to the league. Keep swinging, having fun and trying to improve!

Kingsville Friendly Club

President Bob Bell welcomed 36 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, June 4, welcoming Carol Temple.

Scores in Bridge: Roy Trowell 3680, Jean Kuipers 3510, Bob Bell 3350. Euchre: Carrie Schultz 96, Ken Salter 94, Kathy Hedge 93. Most lone hands: Carrie Schultz 6. Cribbage: Ken Bachmeier 871, Sue Girardin 791, Stuart Wheelton 790.

Door prizes were won by Elsie Ring, Sandi Campbell and Robert Boose. Snacks were provided by the birthday girl herself, Margaret

Fittler, assisted by her daughter who made beautiful and tasty cupcakes.

There were 37 members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Friday, June 7. It was birthday cake day, celebrating with Kevin Antaya, Barbara Boston, Lois Charrette, Margaret Fittler, Jim Ingall, Audrey Peterson and Carrie Schultz. Scores in Euchre: Ken Martinuik 102, John Gerhardt 100, Kathleen Wigfield 99. Most lone hands: Robert Boose and Ken Marinuik tied with 7. Pepper: Barbara

Boston 276, Moe Hansen 260, Bill Fielding 250. Most peppers: Sue Girdardin 5. Bridge: no scores to report.

Door prizes were won by Anne Burrell, Lila Withers and Allison Bigley. The group enjoyed a strawberry birthday cake and ice cream.

Come join the group at the Unico Centre, 37 Beech St., playing Bridge, Euchre and Cribbage every Tuesday at 12:45 and playing Bridge, Euchre and Pepper every Friday at 12:45. Doors open at noon both days.

Popular youth sailing program returns

The Cedar Island Yacht Club’s popular Youth Sailing Program gets underway in July and Chair of the Youth Sailing Committee, Beth Graham, is looking forward to this year’s crop of young sailors.

“Give us your children and we will give them back to you as sailors who are comfortable in and around the water,” says Graham. “It will also open their eyes to a new world of sport.”

A couple of weeks ago, two new Zest sailboats arrived to enhance the program, while the other boats have been taken out of storage and are awaiting another season of energetic kids wanting to get out on the water.

The Youth Sailing Program was developed

under the guidance of Ontario Sailing’s Main Sail Program. Children from the ages of 8 to 14+, who can swim, are taught sailing theory, safety and gain hands-on sailing experience.

Instructors are highly trained professionals, specializing in working with youth. No sailing experience whatsoever is required. Children learn the skills of sailing and enter into fun and challenging experiences suited to their age and stage of development.

Graham says that they have children from Cali-

fornia and British Columbia visiting the area that have signed up for the program.

“One of our sailors moved to the East Coast last year and is returning this year for three weeks. This will be his fourth year with us taking multiple weeks each summer,” said Graham. “His plan is to work toward becoming a Community Instructor and eventually becoming a Certified Instructor.”

You can send an email to ciycyouthsailing@gmail.com or visit their website at cedarislandyachtclub.ca for more information.

Young sailors arriving back at the yacht club after some lake instruction in 2023. SUN archives photo

Third annual Wayne McKeen Memorial raises funds for Hospice

Rounds of hugs, handshakes and clear skies greeted 134 friends and family of the late Wayne McKeen at Orchard View Golf Course on Saturday, June 8, as the third annual Wayne McKeen Memorial Golf Tournament took place.

Wayne was a long-time board member and coach

for both minor baseball and minor hockey in Leamington and spent many hours helping the youth in the area through those organizations and others. He passed away in 2021.

Wayne was also an avid golfer and spent many hours on the local courses with numerous friends.

The event was put together by Wayne’s wife Mary and her committee.

The day was kicked off with a speech and multiple-drive salute to Wayne, led by Mary and Wayne’s close friend John Paterson.

All proceeds from the event went to Hospice, Erie Shore Campus.

Erie Shores senior men’s golf

The Erie Shores senior men’s league enjoyed a great day of golf on June 3.

The draw winners were Claudio Sabelli and Francis Balsam.

Closest to the hole on #3 was Gary McRae and on #16 Stefan Kowal.

Longest putt on #4 was by Tom Miehl and on #14 Jamie Arquette.

The three low net winners were Jim Dueckman 61, Francis Balsam 66 and Richard Reive 66.

The first-place team at 121 was Herb Grundner, Cam Perrault, Heinz Kosempel and Jim Dueck-

man. Second at 122 were Kevin Shaften, Richard Leslie, Jim Pick and Stefan Kowal. The third place team by retrogression at 123 was Cecil Mendel, Bill Rutgers, Tom Klassen and Jerry Malott. In fourth place, also at 123, were Bob Sutherland, Richard Reive, Ron Tremblay and Ross McDonald.

Low rounds for the day

went to Ross McDonald with 79 and Ken Steingart with 80.

Kevin Shaften and Alden Warner birdied #2, Bill Gherasim #3, Tom Miehl #4, Ken Segedin #4, Ken Steingart #4, #8 and #16, Richard Reive #6, Ross McDonald, Stefan Kowal, Dave Binder and Francis Balsam #11, and Richard Leslie #15.

Leamington Bridge Club scores

The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Bridge lessons are available. If interested, call 519-7384939.

There will be no Bridge games on June 14 as the Annual General Meeting and Strawberry Social are being held that day.

May 24: North/South - 1st Kate Comiskey and Frank Duransky, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote. East/West - 1st Al Morrison and Agnes Fraser, 2nd Case Mulder and Derek Parry, 3rd Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith.

May 27: North/South - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 3rd Sharon Lutz and Shirley Morel. East/West - 1st Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 2nd Ross Macintosh and Case Mulder, 3rd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire.

May 31: North/South - 1st Shirley Morel and Sharon Lutz, 2nd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 3rd Kate Comiskey and Frank Duransky. East/West - 1st Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 2nd Derek Parry and Case Mulder, 3rd Rowe Deans and Remi Fournier. June 3: North/South - 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 3rd Al Morrison and Frank Duransky. East/West - 1st Remi Fournier and Rowe Deans, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Ross Macintosh, 3rd Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith.

These 10 close friends and family of Wayne McKeen launched the tournament with a special group-drive Saturday morning, and in true McKeen fashion, someone ended up with the exploding ball — this time it was John Paterson.

The committee who puts the tournament together, from left, are Kim Piroli, Gert Hamilton, Mary McKeen, Heather Fitzmorris and Andrea Fischer. SUN photos