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I’ve changed my mind on this.” Despite that, Wilkinson made a motion to withdraw the holding symbol and allow the severance with all other conditions met. It was seconded by Councillor Trevor Jones. In a 4-3 vote, Wilkinson’s motion was defeated. Deputy Mayor Larry Verbeke, Wilkinson and Jones voted for it, with Tiessen, Hammond, Dunn and Mayor MacDonald voting against. To close the issue, Councillor Tiessen moved to accept the recommendation by administration to require the holding designation as part of the severance approval and it was seconded by Councillor Hammond. The vote was once again 4-3, with Tiessen, Hammond, Dunn and Mayor MacDonald voting for, while Verbeke, Wilkinson and Jones voted against.
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WHEATLEY — Wheatley Legion Branch 324 held a fish fry on Saturday, May 29. serving about 131 takeout perch dinners to local fish lovers. The Legion opened up the phonelines around 2:30 pm, taking orders for pickup that started around 4:30 pm. Here, Legion President Jan Watson, shows off some freshly fried yellow perch before they go inside for preparation. The Legion had three fryers going under the back awning to keep up with the demand. Sun photo
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LEAMINGTON — Leamington Council has approved the hiring of OPP paid duty officers to patrol the Leamington waterfront every weekend this summer. According to CAO Peter Neufeld, during the summer of 2020, staff who were cleaning washrooms and doing maintenance at Seacliff Beach were experiencing some conflict with patrons and were hindered in doing their jobs safely and efficiently. Once OPP officers were put in place, it was considerably easier for the staff at Seacliff Park to perform their duties. The officers will also be there to deter any overly-large gatherings. With the recent opening of the splash
pad, it’s expected that Seacliff Park will get that much busier and the beach will be teeming with sunbathers as well. The officers will patrol on Fridays from 5-10 pm, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 10 pm, and on statutory holidays from noon to 10 pm. The total cost to the municipality would be approximately $71,000, which will be mostly covered by the COVID-19 Recovery Grant. Council voted unanimously to accept the recommendation and contract the OPP officers through September 10, unless COVID restrictions lift to the point where they are considered no longer necessary.
C-K Police looking for cold case help CHATHAM-KENT — The Chatham-Kent Police Service is looking for the public’s assistance regarding a fatal collision that happened 35 years ago. Charlie Gammage, 36, was walking west of Ridgetown on Ridge Line, just east of Scane Road, around 2 am on May 24, 1986, , when he was struck and killed by a passing motorist. The driver failed to remain at the scene of the collision. OPP initially responded to the collision due to the incident occurring in their jurisdiction. Chatham-Kent Police have since taken over the investigation. “As we observe the 35th anniversary of the collision, we are appealing to the public for any information that may help us identify the person responsible for this collision,” said D/Sgt Gabe Tetrault
of the Major Crime Unit. “We have interviewed several people over the years and believe that there are people who have intimate knowledge of the collision and the informa- CHARLIE GAMMAGE tion we need to solve this crime. If you can help us bring closure to this family, please call us.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Mark VanderGriendt at markvan@chatham-kent.ca or 519436-6600 ext. 207. Anonymous callers can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) for a possible cash reward.
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LEAMINGTON — Local veteran Monte Holland has helped kick-start the 2021 Hometown Heroes banner campaign by honouring his three brothers and himself with banners for display in uptown Leamington. The Holland brothers all returned from the Second World War and Monte thought it would be good to have them hanging together on the light poles this fall. Here, he poses with his own banner in hand, while his brothers, Milford, Ray and Ken, hang behind. The campaign for this year is now open and accepting applications. Please contact Mark Ribble at mark@southpointsun.ca or stop in at the Southpoint Sun office to pick up an application form at 194 Talbot Street East, Unit 2. Sun photo
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Caldwells pen open letter to PM regarding residential schools LEAMINGTON — After last week’s discovery of the remains of 215 children at a former residential school in Kamloops, B.C., the Caldwell First Nation is calling upon Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to declare a national day of mourning. The Caldwell Council, consisting of Acting Chief Robyn Perkins, Councillor, James Peters, Councillor Stan Scott and Councillor Steve Simpson, crafted the letter to announce that Caldwell First Nation would be lowering their flags during the period of mourning, which will last 215 hours, and began on Monday, May 31. “A mass grave containing 215 children was discov-
ered on the site of a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia and is just another stark example of the violence inflicted upon Indigenous people,” said the letter. “In addition to being forcibly removed from their families and communities, many children in residential schools faced brutal physical, emotional and sexual abuse, were deprived of food and proper nutrition, and suffered high rates of death. These children were loved and should never have been removed from their families.” Caldwell First Nation is encouraging and asking that all Canadians wear orange and lower their flags in
honour of these children. “We will do this for 215 hours – one hour in honour of each of the innocent and loved souls who were buried and treated in such a vile and unfathomable way,” they said. The number for the National Indian Residential School Crisis Line is 1-800-925-4419. Residential schools were discontinued in 1996, but the toll they took on Indigenous Canadians is still being felt some 25 years after the last school shuttered its doors. The residential school in Kamloops closed in 1978.
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Cedar Beach Drug Store, Wednesday, June 2, 2021 owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat. The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in lowed to live at home. Many of the kids the late 1940s or early 1950s.
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Residential school issue exposes barbaric policies Hearing the news of the 215 children whose remains were found in Kamloops this past week, really got me thinking about how something like this could happen in this country. The absolute shock and disbelief that fell over this nation in the past few days, is bolstered by anger, questions and an outpouring of love and care for those in our First Nations communities. Today, I’m reading articles that indicate that there were about 50 documented deaths at the school in question, but somehow over 200 kids died at the hands of the people administering this school. We’ve seen flashes on the news over the years about the residential schools, and quite frankly, we never took the time to find out exactly what they were. After all, who would think a government would have a hand in destroying the lives of its own citizens — children, no less. The residential school in Kamloops ran from 1890 to 1969, before it was taken over by the feds and then phased out in 1978. I’m told that residential schools existed until 1996 in this country. I think of going to school at Gore Hill in Leamington as a child, being bused from Point Pelee over to the school on the first concession, not aware that kids my age, in my country, had no need for a bus because they were no longer al-
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who survived the residential schools were never the same. What a barbaric policy. Taking children from their homes and forcing them to live in an institution, all for the ‘good of the country’, is just nonsense. Let’s hope they investigate each and every one of these homes and confirm if there are any more young kids who were discarded like those 215 poor souls in British Columbia. And if someone in charge of them is still alive, they need to be held accountable. I’m not one to normally get riled up over these issues, but I have grandchildren, all of whom are living and moving freely within their community, without fear of repercussion or reprisal. As their grandfather, I can’t imagine them being taken away to live somewhere else because of their heritage. My thoughts go out to all of the indigenous people in this country we call Canada. We all need to demand justice for these kids and make sure that nothing like this ever happens again.
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This house, located at the northwest corner of Division South and Mill Street West, was built in the late 1800s, and was the residence of the Hellems family for many years. W. H. Hellems A the Look at ofLeamington’ s Past from courtesy C. Scott Holland was owner the Kingsville Reporter 1893 to of 1938. He and his wife, Florence, played a very active role in the community.
Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.
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Flags lowered locally for residential school victims REGIONAL — Local municipalities, including Leamington, Kingsville and Chatham-Kent, are flying their flags at halfmast this week and into next, to honour the 215 children who perished at the Kamloops Residential School. The remains of 215 children were unearthed last week, prompting officials and Canadians at large to wonder if other former residential schoolgrounds hold the same secrets. The federal government took over operation of the Kamloops school in 1969, before closing it for good in 1978. Prior to that, the Catholic Church operated the school, which had first opened in 1890. Leamington’s municipal flags will remain lowered for nine days - one hour for each child whose life was lost, and in memory of the thousands of children who were sent to residential schools, for those who never returned, and in honour of the families whose lives were forever changed.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to our First Nation communities,” said Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. Chatham-Kent Mayor Darin Canniff also announced that their flags would be lowered. “The deaths of these children is a national tragedy,” he said. “While the federal government must proceed with the investigation, it is important now for all of us to acknowledge the innocent
young lives lost.” Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos made a similar statement, as they lowered their flags for 215 hours. “So much work as a nation yet to do,” he said. “Let’s take time to pause and time to hear their voices. We are listening.” On Sunday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ordered the lowering of the flags at all federal buildings and sites across Canada.
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Dear Editor: The vehicle noise in our town is getting ridiculous. It is beyond me as to why it is necessary to floor the accelerator, taking off from a complete stop, with those noisy mufflers... or lack of. Windsor started a three-month campaign about cars racing, squealing tires and loud vehicles (no mufflers). They have also mentioned loud stereos as an example of unnecessary vehicle noise. And in the words of Windsor’s law enforcement, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. Our town streets are mostly residential with more children playing outdoors, along with their pets. A sad story from Toronto where a young driver lost control of his vehicle and hit two small children ages 4 and 10 in their own yards, along with a neighbour. Sadly both chil-
dren passed away and our sympathies go out to the devastated family. It is impossible to leave windows open because of the unbearable vehicle sounds speeding down our streets, such as Victoria St. N. and Foundry St. – trying to bypass the downtown core, and Oak St. E. and Camelot Ave., which are “racing streets”, winding down towards the bypass or coming from it. This shows lack of concern and care for road safety by the many drivers. I am hoping that some of the town hall powers that be take notice of what is taking place in Windsor and implement a similar crackdown here before a person, be it an adult, a child or a pet, gets hurt. These loud noise makers also NEED TO BE WARNED!! — M. MacVicar, Leamington
Adequate policing is not enough Dear Editor: I am responding to the well-written article by Mark Ribble titled “Council turns down policing bid from Windsor”. I am somewhat perplexed by the OPP leadership’s comments that Leamington’s policing
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titled individuals who show little respect for the law. Officers must have the patience of a polar bear waiting for an unsuspecting seal dinner. Stating highly trained OPP officers are providing adequate service is actually a discredit to those serving in uniform. Would a marriage survive if partners only provided adequate sharing, love, compassion and respect? Adequate pay is enough to get by on, should this be the sense of normalcy in society? Our Mayor has correctly stated: “We are not reverting to status quo and will continue to advocate for transparent, accountable and more than just adequate service.” As with many long-standing institutions, a strategic change in OPP leadership is past due. – Bruce Medcalf, Leamington
derman is referring to a collision with a deer that MPP Rick Nicholls had last week in Brant County. Dear Editor: I have received a number of emails questioning why Rick Nicholls, Member of Provincial Parliament for Chatham-Kent Leamington, was on the road during lockdown. I thought I’d best respond with a short note putting things into a responsible perspective. Most know and understand my position on the elected government party system, in that the system must structurally change in order for the majority to reap healthy benefit. In the event that any member from any party does something wrong that we truly believe is in the public’s disinterest, I’ll speak out, hopefully with facts over opinion. Lockdown doesn’t mean to patently stay home and not leave your domicile. It is meant to
businesses, schools and the like to prohibit the unnecessary gathering of clumps of people, which has proven to be one of the catalysts to spread the SARS/COVID 19-20 and variants/coronavirus/ CoV-2. Richard Nicholls was returning from his mandatory duty at Queen’s Park, as I suppose were other legislative members that Thursday and taking the fastest route from Toronto. A route I always take. I understand Mr. Nicholls and others were working past supper on issues for which he was elected. I look upon this unfortunate accident as verification that Mr. Nicholls was on the job, rather than staying at home and using the lockdown as an excuse not to represent constituents. People are under a provincial guidance to stay at home and reduce contact from each other as much as possible.
this does not mean to seclude into one room of your home or apartment, pull the shades and don’t sneeze in fear the droplets will escape through the cracks. It appears to me the strict guidance from the province is working, assisted by each jurisdictional Medical Health Officer and the Ontario Medical Officer of Health and, of course, vaccine. My serious concern is how government intends to rebuild the economy. Unless significant changes are to take place respecting a change in province-wide municipal managerial, municipal transparency and subsequent accountability, Ontario will continue to unnecessarily lose billions each year. Our office has put forth required statutory and policy amendments. Let’s see if anyone listens. – John K. Cryderman Chatham-Kent
Less ‘ramblings’, more opinion pieces please Dear Editor: Since beginning to read the Southpoint Sun, I have wondered about the use of the header Editorial. In recent years many news outlets have begun using the word “opinion” in bold text at the top of articles or at the top of what was the editorial page. As I recall, “Editorials”, written by the editor or a member of the editorial team, commented on current events and issues relevant to that paper’s community of readers. They
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often promoted their stance on the issue. Since editorials, opinion pieces, news articles, advertising etc. created confusion for readers most papers now label the article. Many use Opinion as the Header on the editorial page and some papers do not use a header at all anymore. Letters to the Editor usually appear on the editorial page or on the opposite page. These letters express the opinion of community members and may provoke discussion as well as letters of response. With respect to your column Mr. Ribble, I think Rib’s Ramblings is an appropriate title as
you often reminisce about personal things from your past or past events in the County. I’m sure that many readers enjoy reading this. What I think readers are missing are opinion pieces on local events of concern such as; greenhouse smells and lighting, drugs, policing, development, etc. The Southpoint Sun seems to be avoiding taking a position on issues involving the community that would perhaps provoke discussion and even action among members of the community. — Jan Fisher, Kingsville
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Full STEM ahead for UMEI LEAMINGTON – UMEI Christian High School will be launching a new academic program for the 2021-2022 school year. The introduction of the new Enriched Robotics Program is exciting news for students, parents and the local community, as it will give students the opportunity to study Robotics in all four years, as well as compete regionally, provincially, nationally and beyond with UMEI’s FIRST Robotics Team (#8081). Expanding on the suc-
cess of their robotics course since 2007, UMEI has created a new, innovative four-year program that will appeal to students who excel in areas of math and science and want to participate in an enriched, hands-on classroom environment that challenges them to think locally and beyond. This enriched Robotics program is for enthusiastic learners interested in studying in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), with an emphasis in Robotics.
The hands-on program style will speak to students who are motivated beyond traditional learning styles and would like to do more adaptive, creative, critical and divergent thinking. “I’ve watched our students, over the years, enthusiastically sign up for our Robotics course. They love the experiential, interactive component of the course,” explained Principal Sonya Bedal. The school is also in discussions with representatives from St. Clair College who would like
to work with UMEI to set up a dual credit Robotics program with their school. “The opportunity to collaborate with our local college is a highlight for this new Robotics program and certainly for our students too,” said Bedal. During this past school year, UMEI’s Grade 10 Robotics Class has demonstrated that even COVID cannot break the spirit of an engaged student. As part of the hands-on curriculum, students were given the opportunity to design, wire, paint and program their own robotics challenge in any area
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of interest. Some of their creations included a farm challenge, a dedication to basketball player Kobe Bryant and a highway/ cell phone theme. “I learned a great deal from this project and realized how robotics overlaps with other areas like electricity,” said grade 10 student Timmy Teichroeb. “I was thoroughly im-
pressed with their completed constructions and anyone who sees their challenges functioning would surely share the same view,” said teacher John Fittler. For more information about this new program and to see this year’s projects in action, visit https://umei.ca/new-enriched-robotics-program/
Local orthodontist wins award WINDSOR-ESSEX – The Windsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the annual Business Excellence Awards and Dr. Maxwell Abraham, of Abraham Orthodontics in Leamington, is among the winners.
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tions. New Company of the Year, sponsored by Enbridge: Plant Joy. Pillars of Our Community, sponsored by Motor City Community Credit Union: Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Branch. Professional of the Year, sponsored by TD Commercial Banking: Janice Kaffer, President and CEO, Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare. Small Company of the Year, sponsored by Families First: Colasanti Con-
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The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) is currently undertaking necessary maintenance and rehabilitation activities at its Ruthven Water Treatment Plant. This work started in January 2021 and was scheduled for completion by the end of May 2021. However, due to supply chain issues associated with COVID-19, this work has been prolonged for an additional 4-6 weeks. As such, the Ruthven Water Treatment Plant will be operating at reduced capacity until the completion of this work at the end of June 2021. It should be noted that the summer like weather that we have experienced this spring has resulted in unprecedented demand for water from our drinking water system. With this high water demand, especially as we deal with treatment plant upgrades needed to bolster and improve your water supply, the UWSS would like to request residents and businesses minimize their daytime water usage, particularly between the peak hours of noon and 6pm and also to avoid any unnecessary water uses. UWSS wishes to thank those persons and businesses that are doing their part to conserve water as we get through this period. We would also like to acknowledge local Greenhouse Vegetable Growers and a number of OGVG members who have agreed to work with the UWSS to put forth an effort to effectively reduce and offset their water consumption during peak times.
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REGIONAL — The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, is now two weeks into their rapid COVID screening for businesses under 150 employees. So far, 47 local business have signed up to the tune of 931 employees and about 4100 tests administered. Here, Chamber Manager Wendy Parsons, left, offers tests to Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, while Chamber President Jen Dawson accepts a box of tests from Chamber intern Kailey Foster, right. Local businesses can register at westaysafe.ca. You don’t have to be a member of the Chamber. Sun photo
Blessing of the Bikes on Sunday
KINGSVILLE — The annual Hogs for Hospice Blessing of the Bikes will take place this coming Sunday, June 6. There will be a virtual online worship service at 9:30 a.m., followed by a ride-through blessing event from 11-1 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church parking lot at
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Lina Ricci, 89 years, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Windsor Regional Hospital, Ouellette Campus. Beloved wife of Rolando (1982) and the late Michele Catalano (2018). Dear mother of Amy Ferreira (Mel) and Jules R i c c i , and stepmother of Mina Keller (Harry) and Tony Catalano (Rosie). Loving Grandma of Michael Ferreira (Nicole), Christopher Ferreira (Kristin), Ashley Nassar (Charles), Samantha Ricci (Charlie Jitani), Alycia Keller, Amanda Coppola (Marcello), Michael Catalano and Christina Catalano, and Great-Grandma of Avery, Brody, Mia, Grayson, Ava. Dear sister of the late Fiorentino Ingratta (Virginia), late Pierino Ingratta (late Bruna), late Fiorina Ingratta (late Tony), Antonio Ingratta (Rosetta). Lina will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Private Funeral Service was held on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donation may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Gerald Albert (Jerry) Brown Gerald Albert ( Jerry) Brown born September 20, 1932, passed away peacefully May 29, 2021 at Erie Shores HealthCare, Leamington. Survived by loving daughters Lori Lachowski (Richard, 2014), Lynn Stockwell ( John), cherished grandchildren Jeremy Stockwell (Tania), Jaclyn Stockwell (Keith), Jenna McKie (Sean), Angela Lachowski (Ben) and Christopher Lachowski. Great-grandchildren Andrea, Baron, Theodore, Koralie, Macy, Hudson; nephews David, and Alan Brown. Predeceased by spouse Mary Jane (1984), parents Darrel (1964), mother Hazel (1998), brother Bruce (2019) (Claudia). As a teenager, Jerry’s first job was working with his beloved grandfather, Albert Brown, delivering ice to Leamington residents for their iceboxes in the days before refrigeration. At 16 Jerry drove transport trucks for his father’s company, D. Brown Cartage, after school. Jerry went on to become an owner of D. Brown Cartage in partnership with his brother Bruce. Jerry operated that business for several decades and has enjoyed many lasting business relationships since his retirement. An avid golfer, Jerry spoke fondly of his Sunday morning golf group where they held regular tee times at Erie Shores. He shared his love of the links with his daughters and tried his best to coach them on how to correct that wonky slice or clear the creek on the third and sixteenth holes. Jerry was a private man who was informed with a wealth of Proof of obituary to run knowledge on many topics. He would respectfully share his views when asked on politics, sports and the stock market. Jerry had established friendships local coffee shops where June 2, at 2021 lively conversations, laughter and camaraderie were shared. He Southpoint Sun remained independent in the home he loved after a fall from $100, plus $13 hst = $113 his roof in 2016 that challenged his mobility. Jerry appreciated the fact this was accomplished with the love and support from his cherished Any friendschanges Denis and Valerie Drouillard. please emailJerry loved his family and friends and was in charge and control of his sun@southpointsun.ca health decisions always; he did things his way. He felt very Thanks. fortunate to have lived in the community he cherished for 88 years. He took pride in his well-maintained lawn and yard and enjoyed quiet time at his home. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. David Bayley and the devoted 2N nursing staff, who professionally delivered the best in compassionate care. We will forever miss and always remember our dear father, grandfather and greatgrandfather. A private family internment is being held to honour Jerry’s wishes.
REGIONAL — Those 80 years and over can now book their appointment for their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The rollout continues to pick up speed, as each week, there is a new announcement about vaccination eligibility. Currently, almost 70 per cent of Ontarians have had at least one shot, which will bode well for the reopening plan when it arrives on June 14. As of midnight on Tuesday, June 2, the stay-athome order was lifted by
the Ontario government, but Step 1 in the plan to reopen will not occur until June 14, with Step 2 expected around July 6. Step 1 will allow gatherings of 10 people outdoors, and will allow restaurants to get their patios up and running. If you received your first shot of Pfizer or Moderna in March, you can go to wevax.ca (Windsor-Essex) or getyourshotck.ca (Chatham-Kent) to book your second appointment.
Council aware of speeding issues LEAMINGTON — Leamington Council has had numerous discussions about speeding, stunt driving and loud mufflers on Erie Street South, Cherry Lane and Robson Road and surrounding areas, and have taken the issue to the Police Services Board and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Councillor Tim Wilkinson said he’s getting numerous emails from residents on the issue. “More needs to happen down there,” he said. “We really need to lean on the OPP to get some action.” Proof of obituary Mayor Hilda MacDonald said thatto sherun has passed on the numerous complaints to the OPP and has actually heard back that they have impounded as many as June 2, 2021 three vehicles in the last two weeks Southpoint Sunfor speeding and stunt driving. $100, plus $13 hst = $113 “We know they are impounding and charging,” she said. Any changes please email Mayor MacDonald cited the Windsor Police Service sun@southpointsun.ca now going after noisy vehicles and that she has had conversations with OPPThanks. officials about that. Further discussion will be ongoing.
OPP seeks public’s assistance with break-and-enter LEAMINGTON – On May 26 at approximately 5:45 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was contacted in regard to a break and enter which occurred in Leamington. An investigation is underway at a residential property on Robson Road. Between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on May 26, a male and female parked a red older model Honda type vehicle in the laneway across the street from victim’s residence and walked to the residence. The OPP seeks the pub-
lic’s assistance in identifying the vehicle and two persons of interest involved in this investigation that were observed at the scene. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698. ____________________________
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ITEMS FOR SALE TANDEM TRAILER - heavy duty with drop gate, $2,395 obo. Travel trailer, tandem, light weight, one slideout, $13,900. Also - Yard Sale - lots of household items including almost new complete twin bed. Friday & Saturday starting at 10:00 a.m. 19 Jones Street, Leamington, 519-819-8123.
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Public Notice of Pesticide Use The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on June 9, 2021, weather permitting, and ending October 15, 2021. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Act. Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid 36% (Registration #32719) registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada). Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide, containing the active ingredient glyphosate, present as potassium salt (Registration #28486) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada). Questions or concerns? Please contact: Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761 (Collect calls will be accepted.)
ONSITE ONLINE ONLY ESTATE AUCTION Selling for the estate of the late Estate of Lewis Gray - 7540 Middle Line, Charing Cross, ON, N0P 1G0
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Highlights include Massey Ferguson 1635 4wd compact diesel with cab – only 425hrs; MF 1410 62” front mount snow blower – sold separate; Snapper RT210 riding mower; Honda 12,000W gas generator; Oliver Row Crop 77 gas tractor – wide front- restored; 1965 Ford custom convertible; 2006 Ford Ranger - only 86,000kms; Rotary 2 post hoist; Max Air upright air compressor; King metal band saw; Hobart 225 welder; King metal lathe; Snap On tool chests; large qty of hand, air and power tools; lawn and garden items; Amish oak table and 8 chairs; china cabinets; household furnishings; patio furniture etc. OVER 350 LOTS! VIEWING: If covid restrictions are lifted viewing will be Tuesday June 9th 4pm to 6:30pm – #7540 Middle Line Charing Cross PICK UP: One day Only Thursday June 10th 9:30am to 6pm. - 7540 Middle Line, Charing Cross, ON, N0P 1G0. IF YOU CANNOT PICK UP THIS DAY PLEASE DO NOT BID. No shipping available. TERMS: Payments to be made on site by Cash, cheque, Interac. Ten percent buyer’s premium. Three percent user fee for credit cards. E Transfer will be accepted, send to leanne@ shackeltonauctions.com
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TOMATO PACKERS WANTED. Call 519-999-9321. jn2 _____________________________
PART TIME PSW AND PART TIME COOK needed at Southgate Village. Signing bonus offered. Email resume to rebecca_broughton@ srgroup.ca. jn2-9 _____________________________
LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-962-9922 or email resume to cindyh@ rivardtruss.com. mr24-tfn _____________________________
PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf _____________________________
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GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.39 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
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1980 Citroen is his dream car!
Douglas Ogle of Brighton, Ontario, visited France in the 1970s and rented a Citroen 2CV to
get around and fell in love with it. Forty-five years later in Canada, he bought one. It was a
THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk
IN MEMORIAM
In Loving Memory of
Max RiedigeR
big hit at the local cruise night until the pandemic arrived. My older brother John and I were in France in 1962 and we saw cars like Doug’s Citroen everywhere. We were told it was “the French farmers’ beast of burden.” A French engineer named Andre Citroen began building cars bearing his name in 1919, after working on munitions during World War One. His cars sold quickly because of the low price and high reliability. He was the champion of mass
production in France in the 1920s based on the American pattern. In 1934 Citroen wanted to bring out a new model but the development costs bankrupted Mr. Citroen and his company was taken over by Michelin. After World War Two, the amazing 2CV was a big hit at the 1949 Paris Auto Show with frontwheel-drive and its aircooled engine. In 1955, Citroen brought out its beautifully streamlined DS 19 now famous the world over. I had a ride in a Citroen DS 19 in Toronto about 50 years ago. It was owned by Arnold Korne (Arnold,
are you reading this?) and I thought the single-spoke steering wheel was ultra-cool. It was the ultimate in streamlining and gives you a less obstructed view of your gauges on the dashboard. Doug Ogle’s Citroen also has this feature. And do you know the origin of the word “dashboard”? It goes back to
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the days of the horse and buggy, with a vertical board in front of driver and passenger. Roads were muddy and the mud thrown up by the hooves of the horse were dashed against that board instead of hitting the people in the buggy. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca
Doug Ogle enjoys the sun roof in his 1980 Citroen.
April 2, 1942 – June 3, 2003 When thoughts go back as they often do, we treasure the memories we have of you. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept. We loved you too deeply to ever forget. Always in our Hearts, Catherine, Rick, Family and Friends
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HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY ROSE WALKER!
HAROLD & DONNA SMITH ~ Married June 7 ~
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory Of
John Zuk June 1, 1973
If we could write a story It would be the greatest ever told Of a kind and loving father & grandfather Who had a heart of gold. We could write a million pages But there’s one thing we would say Just how much we love him And miss him every single day.
Harold & Donna will be celebrating 35 years of wedded bliss on June 7, 2021 with their 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren IN MEMORIAM
Rose Walker celebrated her 90th birthday on June 1st. Best wishes from your family. IN MEMORIAM
With love from daughter Mary Jane, Sandra and kids xxxooo
IN MEMORIAM
WALTER ROADHOUSE May 22, 1925 – June 4, 1996
ELEANOR ROADHOUSE March 8, 1925 – June 9, 2014
In Loving Memory of
In Loving Memory of a Dear Wife, Mother and Gandmother
Katie Hamm
Who passed away June 2, 1999 We your family miss you, with us, where you used to be. We wanted so much to keep you, but God willed it not to be. Now you are in God’s keeping, you suffer no more pain. So dear God take care of her until we meet again. Love always, your children and grandchildren.
Claudio Mastronardi
1971-2018 You are our hero... in so many ways, and we are so grateful to you. We have respect for the man tha you are, and the kind hearted things that you do. You have a heart “as big as an ocean,” a “soft side” you don’t often show, All your life you have worked for your family, You taught us... and helped us grow. You were the man we knew we could lean on, who fostered a strong sense of pride, The father who gave us his love and affection, and always remained by our side. All our lives, Dad, we will be thankful for, that we had a father.. so true.. We never had to search for a hero, the Hero in our lives is you. Love You Forever, Brienne, Lindsey and Mom
You are both still with us in heart and mind each day, though we cannot hear your voice nor feel your warm embrace. Precious memories keep you near and when we reminisce we realize how blessed we were to have you guide our steps.
We love you and miss you, Pat, Susan and families.
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Hearing Clinics Clear Hearing Centre
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Denturist Shreve Denture Clinic
Heating & Cooling County Cooling & Heating
Kristin Shreve Swayze DD
Eean Houchen
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Tasha Slater Realtor
141 Main St. E., Kingsville 519-796-3102 www.jumprealty.ca @tashaslater
Real Estate Royal LePage Diane Jraiche Realtor
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Locksmiths Essex County Locksmiths
Denturist Shreve Denture Clinic Claudia Szynal DD
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Real Estate Royal LePage
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185 Erie St S, Leamington 519-919-1532 www.sellwithpatricia.com @patriciapedreira
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You feel most comfortable when things are organized, Aries. However, flexibility is handy as well, and sometimes things may not be in order as much as you like. Adapting is key. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, once you get into a groove, you will find that many of your tasks are much easier to manage. Keep plugging and you’ll hit your stride soon enough. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, sometimes it may seem like the smallest issue is suddenly a major mountain that you must scale. Change your approach and you’ll soon realize you can handle anything. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Many things may come to you more easily than usual, Cancer. Ride this wave of ease that has fallen into your lap. Enjoy the break that comes with it as well. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You can get far with minimal effort this week, Leo. Simply set your sights on an end goal, and before you know it you will reach that destination. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, check your messages frequently this week, as someone needs to get in touch with you. He or she may have some news that can change your course.
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will help you complete a project in the days ahead. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, even with the frenzy of activity around you, try not to be overwhelmed by the situation. Your first reaction may be to fly off the handle. Keep it together. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Consider calling up an old friend or a former romantic partner who has the potential to stir up some passion inside of you, Sagittarius. More excitement is on the horizon. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, this is one of those weeks when you get sidetracked at seemingly every turn, Capricorn. Don’t be too hard on yourself about the delays. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, embrace some difficult tasks this week. These projects will make you appreciate the value of hard work and put simpler tasks in perspective. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 This is your week to make short work of chores, Pisces. You may be lacking patience, but everything will get done, especially if you ask for help. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS MAY 30 - Idina Menzel, Actress (50) MAY 31 - Colin Farrell, Actor (45) JUNE 1 - Morgan Freeman, Actor (84) JUNE 2 - Wayne Brady, Performer (49) JUNE 3 - Jill Biden, First Lady (70) JUNE 4 - Angelina Jolie, Actress (46) JUNE 5 - Joe Gatto, Comic (45) ANSWERS ON PAGE 14
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Sports flashbacks from June 1974
This week’s flashbacks take us back to 1974. Juniors beat Wheatley 4-0 The Leamington Juniors scored four times in the 10th inning to break a scoreless deadlock and defeat Wheatley 4-0 at the fairgrounds on Sunday. Mike Klym went the distance for the winners, allowing four singles. He struck out 15 Wheatley batters and walked one. Gary Hillier and Paul Whittle shared the duties for Wheatley, each working five innings. They allowed eight hits, fanned 10 and walked five. In the 10th, with one out, Klym reached on an error. He scored on singles by Roger White and Rob Johnston. Walks to Wayne Reid and Harry Ediger loaded the bases for Doug Bowman’s third hit of the game. Richard Bell and Rick Baldwin had two hits each for Wheatley. Mill Street captures track and field title Mill Street Senior Public School captured the team track and field championship for the Leamington and District elementary schools last week. St. Louis was runner-up, followed by East Mersea. Individual champions included Blytheswood’s Lynn Patchett for the intermediate girls and Mill Street’s Henry Hotz for the intermediate boys. Pat Vinall of St. Louis took senior girls honours, while the senior boys were led by John George of St. Louis. Ford, Tetzlaff combine for no-hitter A rare no-hitter was thrown in Leamington Minor Baseball’s Atom ‘A’ division on Saturday, as John Ford and Dale Tetzlaff combined in a sparkling pitching performance. Their Yankees defeated Kennedy Cleaners by a 19-4 score. The pair struck out 14 and walked four. Tyler Verhaeghe pitched a complete game for Kennedy’s, giving up 16 hits, striking out 10 and walking seven. Ford, Fred Mitro and Greg Quick each had three hits for the winners. Bantams stage late rally to win The Leamington Moose Lodge Bantams looked like a beaten team for much of Saturday afternoon’s game at Margaret D. Bennie diamond, but they roared back to beat Chatham 12-11 with eight runs in the bottom of the ninth inning. Trailing 11-4 going into the ninth, the locals appeared to be out of it, but with one out, Nick Koppert walked, followed by five successive singles from Greg Misener, Chris Johnson, John MacKinnon, Mark Wiltshire and Chris Duncan. That loaded the bases and narrowed the gap to 11-7. After an infield pop-up for the second out, Ed Petryschuk hit a long triple which cleared the bases. He scampered home on a throwing error. That tied the game and set the stage for Paul Jeffery’s line drive to centrefield, which took a bad hop and Jeffery rounded the bases with the winning run on a couple of errant throws. Petryschuk and Bob Willms pitched for Leamington, with Petryschuk getting the win. Queen Elizabeth wins junior track title Queen Elizabeth Public School took the Leamington and District junior track and field title last week. Selkirk was second and M.D. Bennie was third. Individual winners included Re Cofell (QE) and Judith Pimiskern (QE) in the primary girls, Larry Johnson (QE) in the primary boys, Audrey Monsma (Selkirk) in novice girls, Robbie Garant (QE) in novice boys, Gayle Langille (Selkirk) in junior girls, Nick Jakob (QE) in junior boys. The intermediate girls title was a tie between Sharon Biekx (Selkirk) and Cheryl Beck (Selkirk). Intermediate boys winner was Richard McCarty (QE).
1985 BASEBALL BALLET WHEATLEY — Back in August 1985, spectators who turned out on that Sunday afternoon to witness the ball game between the Wheatley Franklins and the Essex Legion saw a well-played and entertaining test of skills. As well, they saw some fancy moves that could have been copied from a classical ballet when Tim Oliphant successfully stole second base early in the game. Oliphant later scored on a single to record Franklins’ first run of the game. It was in vain however, as the Essex team prevailed by a 7-4 score, despite a nifty nine-inning stint on the pitcher’s mound by Ed Nevills.The photo shows the fancy footwork by the Essex second baseman as he attempts to put the tag on Oliphant, with the umpire moving in position to cover the play. Photo from the files of the Wheatley Journal
Talbot Trail Seniors tee-off in Wheatley
By Bob McLean On Tuesday, May 25, the Talbot Trail senior golfers had a beautiful day for golf, and 61 enthusiastic seniors participated in their weekly league game. New manager Trevor Thomas and his friendly staff welcomed players before play started. Safety precautions signs posted for COVID must be followed!
The closest to the pin victor was won by Len Snively’s superb shot on #9. Dutchy earned the long putt laurels with his dazzling long putt on #2. We’re all likely a bit rusty from not playing,
but we’ll strive to do better next week. There were 12 scores lower than 45, but no one was able to break 40. The lowest score was fired by two players, Joe Drummond and Jamie Arquette, who fired excellent 40s. Four players who achieved terrific 41s: Bob Freure, Dutchy, Jim Pearson and Bill Ward. Randy Nash achieved a superb 42 result. Bummy and Tom Hyatt shot solid 43s. Scoring 44s were Fred Michano, Bobo and Ron McCracken. Because of COVID, we are continuing play similar to last year. Foursomes and tee times are made up and locked in for the season. Some minor changes will occur during the year when additional participants join the league. Anyone who still wants to join the Tuesday Senior League can contact us by sending an e-mail to jmclean@mnsi.net or calling
the golf course 519-8254521. Remember to hand in all score cards to the Pro Shop where there will be a container marked with TT Senior Golfers. Also record beside the player’s name if they have the CP or LP at that time on #2 or #9. The fi-
nal groups of the day are asked to bring in the markers from #2 and #9 green. Recording by age groups will occur later in June. We’re looking forward to a great golfing season! “JUST HAVE FUN,” as my dad often said.
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A Note From Union Water Union Water thanks residents and Agri-sector for chipping in. With some unprecedented demand for water already hitting our system, and as we deal with maintenance issues to bolster and improve your water supply; Union water wishes to thank those persons and businesses that are chipping in and doing their part to conserve this resource as we get through this period which we expect to
DC Farms is a family-owned business, that has been operated by Ernie and Mary Del Ciancio since 1972. Originally founded as a 22 acre fruit and vegetable farm, DC Farms converted to greenhouse tomato production in 1995. In 2012, DC Farms introduced mini cucumbers in addition to the tomatoes they had grown for years. DC Farms operates under the principle of “True Family Farming”. This means that today as the business strives towards future goals in an ever-changing landscape, the passion and values handed down by two previous hard-working generations is always front and center. Mike DelCiancio grew up working on the farm, and after some time spent in the city, our community and his family’s farm brought him back to Leamington. We invite you to learn more about DC farms and the amazing work they do in our Farmer Profile series at https://www.ogvgconnect.com/ grower-profiles/dc-farms
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last for 4-6 weeks. In particular, we wish to acknowledge the Greenhouse Vegetable Growers for shifting their demand significantly. A number of OGVG members have agreed to draw their intake through the night. Other residents can further assist the cause by avoiding water consumption thru the daily peak periods of noon thru 6PM, and by avoiding overwatering of lawns and gardens. We thank you again, and will announce when we are back to full capacity as soon as possible.
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Ontario camps have been one of the few sectors that have been completely shut down for the entirety of the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the hidden gems of Essex County is the not-for-profit Gesstwood Camp. They have been delivering camp experiences for local children since 1960. After a year and a half without the ability to have guests, with new processes and policies in place, day camps will be returning this season! Since 2019, Gesstwood Camp has also run outdoor educational experiences for school children year-round, they have beautiful venues for weddings and celebrations, a ropes program for team-building experiences, and are working on introducing programs for our communities’ Seniors. One of OGVG’s members, SUNSET® produce, has been a generous partner to the camp over the last several years. They have renovated 7 of their cabins, provide fresh veggies for the kids at camp, built a brand new outdoor fire pit, and donated all new tables for their event venues. In addition, they have generously covered costs for over 40 children to “Camp-Ari” week at Gesstwood where they sponsored a week-long program for local children. The lucky campers were chosen from a few Windsor area school teachers & principals. They selected children that have not experienced camp before or families that
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needed the extra support to provide their children an experience. Gesstwood camp is excited to continue to serve our community for another 60 years, but they need some support now. They have launched a gofundme campaign with a $200K goal, which SUNSET® has again stepped up with a generous donation. Our Go Fund Me campaign is to help save the camp after a year without revenue, to make the necessary annual maintenance repairs, pay the monthly bills and a portion of each donation goes into our bursary fund to help send local children to camp. If you are interested in helping, find more information at: https:// www.gesstwoodcamp.ca/ Like fresh food, children need fresh air and everyone can benefit from spending some more time outdoors playing. As we get ‘back to normal let’s include supporting our kids in getting back to basics, playing outside, and making friends and memories.
