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Santos stepping down as Kingsville mayor Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos has confirmed that he will not be seeking a sixth term as Mayor in the upcoming municipal election this fall.

He also informed town staff Monday morning that he will be stepping away from the mayor’s office and role on July 17.

After nearly 25 years in public office, serving as town councillor, deputy mayor and the past 19 years as mayor, Santos is changing course and pursuing a new career opportunity that provides more time and support with his family.

“I have nothing but love and passion for community — this community,” he said. “It has been a true honour to serve and help lead Kingsville through the best of times and toughest of times.”

“I have nothing but praise for this town and I’ve put my heart and

“We have celebrated so much together through special events and milestones, and we have also mourned together through tragedies and losses within our community,” he expressed.

“Thank you Kingsville.

Thank you residents for your belief and support in me over NELSON SANTOS the course of eight elections. soul into putting KingsI remain humbled by the ville’s best foot forward service and progress we when it comes to reprehave made together over senting and reflecting the community spirit that these years.”

“There’s still some very thrives here,” he added. important work to do and Santos says he will miss transition over the next working with the town’s few weeks that will carry staff, who he feels have forward to council and been a second family to the town’s very bright him.

and exciting future.”

When reached by the Sun on Monday, Santos said he’s thankful for the time he’s been able to serve the community and is happy that he’s been able to work with neighbouring communities so closely — a goal he had when he started.

“Don’t let the boundaries slow us down,” he said. “We can all work together.”

He credits TWEPI (Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island) and Invest Windsor-Essex with helping bring the region together, especially coming out of COVID. The town is working closely with Mayor Santos to ensure a smooth transition and seamless continuation of municipal business.

“Kingsville has benefited from Mayor Santos’ dedication and leadership over the past two

decades,” said Kingsville Chief Administrative Officer, John Norton. “He has served this community for a very long time and we thank him for everything he has done to strengthen our municipality.”

Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald said she was taken by surprise by the announcement, but wishes Santos well in his new endeavours.

“We’ve had a wonderful relationship with Nelson over the years,” she said. “He will be missed by us and his own residents.”

MacDonald said that Santos’ knowledge of the history of the area due to his policital longevity will be missed at the county level.

Santos was first elected to Kingsville Council in 1997 and elected mayor in 2003.

Leamington replaces light abatement by-law with new one At its meeting held June 14, Leamington Council repealed and replaced By-law 79-20 with By-law 41-22 — a by-law requiring the abatement of interior greenhouse light.

On December 8, 2020, Council passed By-law 79-20, which was a bylaw requiring the abatement of interior greenhouse light.

Shortly thereafter, the municipality received applications filed with the Normal Farm Practices Protection Board (NFPPB) by several greenhouse owners seeking exemptions from the application of By-law 79-20.

In June of 2022, most matters before NFPPB were resolved and minutes of settlement were executed by the parties that included changes to the provisions of By-law 79-20.

In order to have uniformity across the municipality, Council repealed By-law 79-20 and enacted By-law 41-22, which in-

cludes provisions more in keeping with the manufacturer’s specifications for “blackout” curtains and also includes further provisions relating to greenhouse owners who use lights.

With the new by-law, sidewall and endwall curtains must be installed and remain closed.

Also, lights may be on until 10 pm until October 1, 2023 or the date that the operator has installed all required curtains, whichever comes first.

As of October 1, 2023, ceiling curtains must be installed and closed in accordance with the provisions of the by-law.

The specific time of day for curtain closure is included in the new by-law rather than referring to sunrise and sunset.

As of October 1, 2022, greenhouse owners who have not installed ceiling curtains must provide proof of purchase of the same.

Specific times of day to

allow for gapping of ceiling curtains, up to 10%, have been included.

“For Council, it was important to ensure a balance between supporting the economic growth from our greenhouse industry, and protecting the quality of life of our residents,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “I believe this new by-law will allow us to accomplish that balance.”

Photo taken of local greenhouse operation in December 2020. SUN file photo

Highland Games Saturday

The Kingsville Highland Games will take place at Lakeside Park on Saturday, June 25 with the gates opening at 8:30 am.

Opening ceremonies will soon follow, along with the mayors Haggis Hurl, band competition, sheep herding and all of the heavy events such as hammer throw, caber toss and sheaf.

The famous tug-o-war will also take place, with numerous food vendors, dancers and musical talents on display throughout the day.

A Ceilidh (entertainment kitchen) will be open from 5:30 pm until 1 am, featuring live music and a beer tent.

A 5k Kilt run is also planned.

For more information, please visit the Kingsville Highland Games Facebook page or the Town of Kingsville wesbsite at kingsville.ca

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Thrift on Mill honours volunteers during 40th celebration

By Mark Ribble On Saturday, June 18, Thrift on Mill celebrated 40 years in business with a special day dedicated to customers, volunteers and former volunteers.

The Baileys entertained shoppers and volunteers with numerous classic tunes.

General Manager Cindy Epp organized the event to show appreciation for all of the hard work that the 153 volunteers — and so many

more before them — have done.

“We’re very, very pleased to honour our volunteers here today,” she said. “Without them, we wouldn’t be here.”

Epp then turned the microphone over to Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, who talked about the humble beginnings of the Et Cetera Shoppe back in 1982.

“This is amazing,” said the Mayor. “To have started something that wasn’t

particularly fashionable at the time and continue that right through until 2022 is wonderful. What a legacy.”

Chatham-Kent Leamington Member of Parliament Dave Epp gave an emotional speech where he talked about his great-grandparents who died trying to flee Ukraine about 100 years ago.

“I’m honoured and privileged to serve on the House Committee in Ag-

riculture and Food,” he said. “It’s a personal honour for me and a privilege to serve this community.”

Epp spoke about the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), which was borne out of those same Mennonite families that were affected by war and famine in what is now present-day Ukraine. His great-grandparents and grandparents were part of that era. The MCC was formed to respond to basic human needs and work for peace and jus-

tice.

“And here we are 100 years later, still trying to help the people of Ukraine,” he said as he fought through tears.

The Associate Executive Director for MCC Ontario, Kim Lester, was also on hand to say a few words about MCC and its connection to the Leamington organization.

“On behalf of MCC, I want to thank you for the role you have each played,” she said. “In a gathering such as this,

there is so much history.”

Lester went on to explain about the work that MCC has been doing for 101 years, which includes sustainable development, disaster relief and peace building.

Cindy Epp closed the festivities by simply saying thank you to all of the volunteers, including long-time volunteer Victor Huebert, who was instrumental in the building of the new location at 58 Mill Street West.

Dirt bike rider gets away in Kingsville

The Thrift on Mill 40th anniversary celebrations included guest speakers, from left, MCC Ontario Associate Executive Director Kim Lester, MP Chatham-Kent Leamington Dave Epp, Thrift on Mill General Manager Cindy Epp, and Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald.

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For those drivers who’ve witnessed off-road dirt bikers popping wheelies on urban streets in the area, the OPP are aware of the situation and attempting to deal with it.

The problem is, without being able to pursue the Evel Knievel wannabees, they’ve been unable to lay any charges.

Last week in Kingsville, one such daredevil was seen in the middle of the afternoon on Main Street East.

Observed by an OPP officer around 3:30 pm on Monday, June 13, the rider — with no license plate — took off after the officer activated his emergency signals. He was seen performing a wheelie as he fled.

The motorized acrobat is described as wearing a black t-shirt, shorts and

shoes, with a green helmet with visor. It was a small off-road motorcycle with a red gas tank and front fender and white rear side panels.

A similar culprit has been spotted numerous times along Erie Street South and Robson Road in Leamington.

The off-road abilities of the bikes make it difficult for officers to pursue them and apprehend them safely.

Any person with information who can identify the rider is asked to contact the OPP detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

New ‘Frenchsicle’ in Leamington Friday A limited time ‘pop-up’ popsicle event is coming to Seacliff Park in Leamington on Friday, June 24.

The ketchup flavoured popsicle has been developed by French’s in partnership with Happy Pops, a Canadian brand specializing in all-natural ice pops.

The Frenchsicle is made from 100 per cent Canadian tomatoes and features

a savoury tomato flavour that’s balanced with a hint of salty sweetness.

The pop-up at Seacliff Park will be the final stop in the Ontario tour and runs from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.

The icy treats are free and for every one given away, French’s will donate two meals to Food Banks Canada.

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2. Add all your ingredients together except the peanuts. Mix well and let stand for a few minutes to allow the flavours to blend together.

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Several LDSS students were recognized with Athletic Awards in a ceremony at the Portuguese Club. Recipients were, left to right, Nay Say Eh, Aubrey Unger, Mallery Fischer, Avery Hopper, Julie Huynh, Madeline McCallum, Cameron Arquette, Saw Choo, and Mahmoud Mohamad.

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LDSS recognizes top athletes

Leamington District Secondary School had its annual Athletic Awards last Wednesday, June 15 at the Portuguese Club.

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After dinner, team and major awards were presented. It was great to finally get back to extra-curricular activities and a nice way to finish another year of Lions Athletics.

Major Award Winners Jr. Girls Athlete of the Year: Avery Hopper.

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Year: Cameron Arquette and Mahmoud Mohamad.

Sr. Girls Athlete of the Year: Madeline McCallum.

Sr. Boys Athlete of the Year: Nay Say Eh. Vice Principal’s Award: Julie Huynh.

Principal’s Award: Mallery Fischer.

Mary Elizabeth Awrey Memorial Award: Aubrey Unger.

Dick Bowden Unsung Hero Award: Saw Choo.

Coach of the Year Award: Mrs. Cavanagh.

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

and other musings

Memories of neighbourhood candy stores Quite often when watching an old movie, the characters will mosey on into the local general store to grab some penny candy or a giant bag of flour, or even fabric so Ma can make a new dress.

It gets me thinking about the general stores in this area and how they would have operated in the early days of settlement.

I do complain that I’m getting old, but I’m too young to remember such general stores in town or out in the country. My dad did talk about my grandfather taking a horse into town when he was a kid and trading it at ‘the store’ for enough flour, oats and corn to get through the winter.

But by the time I came along, those classic stores were long gone.

In their place were small mom and pop ‘confectionaries’ with one in each neighbourhood.

We had different names for them, like corner store, variety store or even convenience store.

Being a Pelee kid, I remember three or four stores that dotted the landscape inside the park as late as the 1960s. Our next door neighbours — the Mellians — owned a store near the road called the Sun Parlour Delicatessen. When I think of delicatessens, I think of those famous ones in New York City where they make and serve all types of sandwiches.

I don’t remember Mrs. Mellian serv-

ing sandwiches, but I’m sure she did.

What I remember is a Coca Cola cooler that, when you opened the lid, you could feel just how cold the Coke was, sitting inside in about six inches of icecold water.

The candy was laid out on the counter for all to see and choose from.

The expression ‘kid in a candy store’ applied to me in every way. It would take me what seemed like hours to pick something.

I couldn’t decide between black balls, Mojos, those licorice cigars or Cracker Jacks, so it usually took me awhile.

The Mellians closed the store in the late 1960s and moved to Windsor, leaving Point Pelee without a neighbourhood store at the time.

Outside the park, we had three choices as we made our way toward town, with Margie’s store and gas station right outside the park gates (operating now as Ship Ahoy), then Two Sisters store at the corner of D Concession and Point Pelee Drive, followed by Hornick’s store at the corner of Concession C and the Drive (operating now as Freddy’s).

Several other country stores were dispersed around Mersea Township, all within walking distance of a sugar-hungry kid like myself.

In town, I remember Corky’s Corner Store, Marsh’s Variety (later owned by my parents as Rib’s Variety), Ward’s Store and several others around town.

Blonde’s was the store of all stores with its sheer size and variety of candy at one time.

These places all had the same products, carrying pop, chips, candy and cigarettes and a few other convenience items.

Then along came Mac’s Milk, Beckers, 7-11 and the like, and the small mom and pop shops converted their space into rental housing and the rest is history.

Only Jack’s Coffee Shop on Talbot Street West remains from those old stores that operated back then.

There is a new store on Seacliff Drive just past Danforth that has that old mom-and-pop feel and a few other places here and there that remain operating.

Penny candy no longer exists, mostly because it’s all packaged up now into bags where you have to spend $5 or more to get your candy fix.

Gone are the days when you could pick one red Twizzler and three of those purple licorice ropes out of the cardboard tray, drop your nickel on the counter and wait for your penny change.

Oh those licorice ropes were great.

Did anyone else use them as a straw to drink your pop with? Eventually they’d get mushy inside and they’d be easier to chew at that point.

Pennies were important back then, especially when you got change from

Dreaming of driving a Model A On a recent visit to the Southpoint Sun office, editor Mark Ribble gave me copies of the paper for May 4 (my 80th birthday) to give to my family.

While there, I asked Mark about the cars in his life.

The photo shows Mark around five years old in 1966 sitting in his dad’s Model A Ford: “It served R & G Fisheries as a net-spreading vehicle in the 1960s,” said Mark. “It ran only in the spring and

fall, and usually took my dad a couple of days to get it running. Often I’d go sit in the driver’s seat of that one and also the Chevy army vehicle behind it and pretend that I was driving them, and often I’d find a fox snake sitting on the seat!

“When my father sold the fishery in 1974, the Model A was sold to a man from Chatham-Kent, I believe, and never seen again. We wondered if he

was ever able to get the tar off that flat bed and restore that car. Would be interesting to know!”

We might find it. The Model A Owners of Canada Club now has over 350 members across Canada.

I will send Mark’s story to their monthly club newsletter. Someone reading it might know who owns the Model A today that Mark sat in over 50 years ago!

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ries. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble your nickel.

If you were smart, you’d save that penny and add it to the next day’s change until you had enough for a small bottle of Coke.

I see those small coke bottles in the grocery stores now and they are expensive.

In the day when bottles were the only container of pop, our Sundays were filled with walking along the road inside Point Pelee and collecting pop bottles, which my dad would take to the closest store and cash in.

Then along came cans and ruined everything. The first cans had to be opened with a can opener and then the ‘pop top’ came along, but too many kids got cut on those.

The modern cans have the tabs that pull up and are safer. I guess they’ve evolved like everything else.

And that’s what it’s all about. Things have evolved. We all try to evolve as time goes on, but some things are easier than others to accept.

We do have memories though, and nobody can take those away.

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

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Emergency response phase ends at Wheatley site after 294 days Firefighters from Station #20 Wheatley, Station #19 Tilbury and Station #1 Chatham responded to a gas leak and explosion at 15 Erie Street North in Wheatley on the evening of August 26, 2021.

The aftermath and impact of that event has had a seismic effect on the local and wider community and brought untold disruption to families and businesses in that area.

Over the past months, nearly every firefighter in Chatham-Kent has been on scene around the clock to maintain a presence and ensure the safety of the community, alongside engineers, paramedics and police officers.

There have been many updates as to the work taking place to locate the source of the gas that led to the explosion and the work to plug abandoned wells in the area, with firefighters being on scene with the continued event for the last 294 days.

The emergency phase of this incident opened last year and closed at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2022 by Station Chief Greg Hodgson and the firefighters of Wheatley.

Chief Hodgson and his team were on the front line of dealing with this situation for over a year in all, in addition to continuing to fight fires in

homes, attend accidents, medical calls, and the other emergencies to protect their community. They attended 93 additional emergencies during this time.

Safety advisors have worked in the background to calculate the risks and reduce the evacuation zone accordingly, with two such reductions in previous months. The fact that wells have been capped and equipment remains on scene to manage any releases facilitates these small contributions to normality as the community begins the process of recovery and healing.

Advisors have now reviewed the systems in place and have guided the decision that the firefighters no longer need to be present at the site 24/7. They will be onsite when work is taking place to deal with any situations that may arise.

Outside of these hours, police, security and the industry hazardous materials technicians will be present to keep the scene safe and secure.

The incident is not over.

This is another cautious step to provide reassurance and response to the community. You will continue to see firefighters in the area and the team at Station #20 Wheatley remains available, as they

always are, to leave their beds, homes, jobs and family meals when their pagers go off to get to the station and respond as quickly as they can to protect their community.

“I want to take this moment to recognize the work of everyone who is collaborating and striving to bring stability to the town of Wheatley,” said Chief Chris Case. “But I am compelled to recognize and be humbled by the dedication and commitment from all the firefighters, officers, fire dispatchers and chiefs of Chatham-Kent who have answered the call to be present and ready to deal with threat, supported by our case workers, economic development officers and a team of municipal volunteers.”

WORK CONTINUES Work crews have completed driving a conductor pipe into the bedrock at the APEC 3 site at the northern end of the municipal parking lot off Chestnut St. Work will begin on APEC 1 early next week.

Work has already been completed on APEC 2 (also known as the Tait Well).

The Wheatley team will be coordinating requests from those still evacuated up until the work starts.

Carrousel of the Nations June 25

The Leamington Lebanese Club will host a portion of Week 2 of the Carrousel of the Nations event being organized by the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County.

Week 1 included primarily Windsor locations, but Week 2 branches out into the county with a Polish Village in Colchester, and the German and Lebanese Villages at the Leamington Lebanese Club on Highway 77.

The Colchester location at 697 Fox

Place will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The Leamington location will be open on Saturday, June 25 only.

The German Village will feature German dancers, schnitzel on a bun, Oktoberfest sausage and German pretzels.

The Lebanese Village will feature belly dancers, Lebanese music and a Lebanese buffet.

Both villages run from 3 pm to 10 pm.

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Leamington Fire Services has been spending every Thursday out in the public at various locations educating residents on fire safety in recent weeks. The crew has open houses at the fire station every Tuesday in addition to the community outreach they are doing on Thursdays. Here, the fire crew was set up at the Lakeside Marina on Thursday, June 16.

From left are Fire Inspector Scott McCallum, firefighter Stefan Pretli, firefighter Tim Weil, firefighter Iman Dominguez and firefighter Colton Horne. Look for the fire trucks on Thursday between 11 am and 1 pm in the community.

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OPP welcome new detachment commander Inspector Angela Ferguson is the new Detachment Commander for the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

Inspector Ferguson officially took over command of the Essex County OPP Detachment on June 1 after serving as the interim Detachment Commander in Brant County.

Inspector Ferguson brings with her a wealth of policing experience and knowledge.

She has been a member of the OPP for 15 years and she has served in various detachment roles.

Inspector Ferguson is a certified Pub-

Community Calendar

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH YARD SALE & MARKET - Saturday, June 25 from 10:00 a.m. til 2:00 p.m. Lots of space for vendors selling household goods, crafts etc, $10 per table.

Donated goods welcome. All proceeds for support of St. John’s Church Ministries. Contact 519-326-3111 or email office@stjohnleamington.

SUNDAY, JUNE 26 TAKE WHAT YOU NEED EVENT hosted by St. John’s Community Clothing Angel Cupboard, on Sunday, June 26 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Free clothing for men, women & children at St. John the Evangelist, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, 519326-3111. Covid-19 precautions please (masking, social distancing).

THURSDAY, JULY 7 WHEATLEY TWO CREEKS ASSOCIATION WILL MEET at the Two Creeks pavilion on Thursday, July 7 at 6:00 p.m. All new members welcome. Membership $5.

TUESDAY, JULY 19 Digital Safety with OPP Constable Katherine Burt - 11:00 am at Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Learn how to recognize frauds and scams on email and phone. Participants get a copy of Digital Safety For The Non Tech Savvy book. Free Admission. Register: admin@kingsvillecentre.com or 226-773-5830 THURSDAY JULY 28 Coffee House with Joe Perry & Friends - 6:30-8:30 at Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Musicians, singers, poets and story tellers and all are welcome. Fun, free, family friendly eveing of music and refreshments.

ONGOING ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at SEACLIFF MANOR - Theatre Room, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment.

Next meetings are June 22, July 6 and 20. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org.

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lic Order Unit Commander/Incident Commander and a graduate from the University of Windsor and Western University.

“It is an extreme privilege to become a member of the Essex County OPP and work alongside an incredible team of dedicated and professional officers,” said Inspector Ferguson. “I look forward to expanding our collaborative work with our community partners and stakeholders to enhance the public safety and wellbeing of the citizens who work, play, visit and reside here.”

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE - Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am to noon. Free Cookies, coffee & Wifi, 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

TAI CHI - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m.

Free drop-in program at Kingsville Community Centre. Join us for gentle flowing stretching and movements. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

PLAY THE UKULELE WITH LIONEL KNIGHTS - Every Monday beginning June 6 at St. John’s Anglican Church in Leamington. Bring a music stand and your own uke if you can. There will be limited ukes available for use. Cost is $5 per session, which goes to the St. John’s kitchen to help with their programs. Call Lionel at 519-398-9645 for more info.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS by appointment only, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE CAFE Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am to noon. Free Coffee, Free Cookies & Free Wifi. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE TAICHI - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am - Free drop-in program. Join us for gentle flowing stretching and movements. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE YARN SOCIAL - Tuesdays 10:00 am, Free drop-in program. Bring your knitting or crochet project, share patterns and more. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

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

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

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE GUITAR WELLNESS - Thursdays 4:00 pm, Free drop-in program. Group guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

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

MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net.

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

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

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

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

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE WELLNESS COUNSELLING By appointment 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville. Register: kim@ kingsvillecentre.com or 226-773-5830.

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 519682-2580.

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RARE SIGHTING OFF POINT PELEE

The colourful American White Pelican made an appearance off the tip of Point Pelee National Park on Tuesday, June 14 and local photographer Deanna Dunn was there to capture the flock of 14 birds as they gathered in the Lake Erie waves. The American White Pelican is one of North America’s largest birds. The bony protrusion on the top of the beak is called a caruncle, which is there to attract a breeding partner. The caruncle grows on both male and female adults. The native of the southern United States will migrate north into the Canadian prairies but in recent years have been seen in and around the Great Lakes.

Photo by Deanna Dunn

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

MEETS HIS IDOL

Leamington resident Karl Werner was able to cross another item off his bucket list a couple of weeks ago at the Niagara Comicon, boldly going where lots of others had gone before, when he met with lifelong idol William Shatner. Karl said the meeting was great and Shatner was pleasant to converse with, even though a sheet of Plexiglas separated the pair. Karl was hoping to ride ‘shotgun’ with Shatner on his next movie, but the star declined the invitation and said he couldn’t allow any cling-ons. Karl said the line was long but it moved at warp speed and overall he was ‘beaming’ with joy. Photo submitted

In Loving Memory of

Daniel James epp

In Loving Memory of

Dan Voakes

1961 - 2020

In our hearts You will always be.

February 5, 1944 - June 24, 1990 32 Years

Your love…

Your voice…

Your smile…

Are forever imprinted In our minds and In our hearts.

Always loved.

Forever missed.

Mother and Family

Happy 100 Birthday th

ELVIRA DELCIANCIO

Happy 100th Birthday to a very special sister-in-law.

We have shared so many wonderful memories.

You are an inspiration to all of us!

Tanti Auguri!

Love Angiolina DelCiancio & Family

In Loving Memory of My Son

Shawn (Dawn) McKeen June 13, 1969 - June 23, 2012

Of all the special gifts of life, however great or small, To have you as my son was the greatest gift of all.

Love Mom and Gord

Happy 100 Birthday th

Elvira DelCiancio

Always loved, Never forgotten, Forever missed by your family.

With Love, wife Rose, children Dan & Deana, Darrin & Jeannie, Deb & James, granddaughters Bayleigh, Haley, Emily & Jacey

To place a birthday, memoriam, anniversary, graduation or any other announcement, give our office a call at 519-398-9098

Happy 100th Birthday

Elvira DelCiancio ~June 23, 1922~

Photo by Spencer Malott

To Elvira DelCiancio, our amazing mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. A woman with a heart of gold, a century’s worth of experience, and wisdom that you’ve shared with us throughout the years - congratulations on this amazing milestone.

Thank you for the endless love, care and kindness you’ve always given so generously. We love you with all our hearts.

Love Antonio, Antonietta, Ron & Rose DelCiancio, your loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Warmest wishes to Elvira as you celebrate your 100th birthday, a special milestone in your life. A tribute to the wonderful person you are.

We look at years gone by with fondness and special memories made in your kitchen, made with love, made by your hands. Hands that not only bake and knead, they praise and bring joy with every bite. You are the gracious cookie lady.

May you enjoy the warmth and admiration all around you as you celebrate this truly impressive milestone.

Love from Ernie & Mary DelCiancio, Aaron & Tina Wakeford, Michael, Carly and little Echo Rocco DelCiancio

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

SUMMER CONCERTS RESUME

The return of the MusicOnThe42 Summer Concert Series was met with cool breezy temperatures on Saturday, June 18 as The Ashley Lynn Experience took to the Sunset Amphitheatre stage as the headline act. The Almost Famous Band opened for the Ashley Lynn as a crowd of several hundred lined the hill at Seacliff Park. The concert series is a collaborated effort between The Bank Theatre and the Municipality of Leamington and admission is always free. A special Canada Day concert is planned for Friday, July 1 with Leave Those Kids Alone opening for Mary Newland and the Blue Bayou Band, followed by Classic Albums Live and Jen Knight on July 23 and finishing up with Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, with Glen MacNeil on August 27.

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Mamie Patricia Nicholson March 17, 1924 – June 17, 2022

Our mother completed her life’s journey on earth, being 98 years young.

Mom is singing and dancing in another world with her son, Kim (2016), her parents, Wilbert and Leeta (Phillips) Roadhouse, and her sisters, Margaret Duby and June Paisley. Joining the chorus are her “adopted parents” Carl and Carmen Nicholson, niece Colleen (Duby) Fedchun, grandniece Lynsey Chapman (Paisley), other family members and many friends gone on before.

Born in Amherstburg, Mamie was named after a friend of her parents, who died of typhoid fever at 18. She was known to many as “Mame.” In later years, she resided in Leamington.

We rejoice her life and legacy that was filled with vigour, joy, optimism, strength, and faith. One of her many favourite mottos, came from a song, “Rise, Shine, Give God the Glory”, greeting each morning with joy and enthusiasm and “Thank you Lord.” This was exemplified even in how she answered a telephone. One of her favourite Bible verses was Psalms 118:24.

She will be missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Kathleen (Gregg Moore) Nicholson (Toronto), Patricia Nicholson (Florida), and Carl (Linda Geier) Nicholson (Florida). She was “cool grandma” to Amanda Farr (Taylor) ( Jon Farr), Scott Taylor, A.J. Nicholson, Katie Nicholson ( Joe Torkelson) and greatgranddaughter Sophia Taylor, all from Florida.

In the early years, nothing made her happier than her annual trips to Florida or Missouri to spend quality time with her grandchildren.

The thrill of sports in her life and watching her children and grandchildren achieve was a big part of her life.

She will be remembered fondly by the Paisley and Duby nieces and nephews who spent many hours at Holiday Beach and Sunny Acres Farms also visiting their Grandma Leeta Roadhouse who lived with us in her final years.

Mom was committed to staying as healthy as she could and felt life was a gift. To live irresponsibly was to dishonor that gift. As a result, her life was filled with physical activity and mental stimulation.

She was active at Wesley United Church in Amherstburg and then Leamington United Church. She led singsongs at many family gatherings, bus tours and social events. Her love of music began as a young child listening and singing with her mother at the pump organ, church choirs, and playing the bugle and drums in the Amherstburg marching band.

She will be remembered for her love of sports. “Kick the Can” and baseball at the corner lot at Bathhurst St., biking along the Detroit River to Bell’s Triangle and swimming at the old Water Works dock were some of her favourites. She rowed many times across the Detroit River to Boblo from Amherstburg and once, even swam back. When she was 19, many onlookers watched as a “jumper” went into the Detroit River in Windsor. Having no fear of the water, mom threw off her shoes and jumped in after her, bringing her to safety.

In later years, the family all enjoyed boating and waterskiing.

Hidden Lake, Crystal Bay, White Sands, and Boblo Island were regular stops. And of course, always with a packed picnic box.

For 45 years Mom was an avid golfer and curler at Canard Valley, Kingsville Golf and Curling Club, Essex Golf and Country Club, and Windsor Roseland Curling Club. She and her rink won many Bonspiels. She relished the competition.

Mom took many leadership training courses, Dale Carnegie being one. Gaining confidence, she served on the executive board of any organization to which she belonged. She was the Charter President of the UCW (United Church Women) and Director and Counselor of GessTwood Camp.

Some of her community services included former charter member of the Kinette Club and then K-40, Home and School Association, driving cancer patients, delivering meals-on-wheels, and past president of Gateway Questers.

Mom’s competitive and mental edge was then being challenged at the bridge table several times a week, at the Leamington Half Century Centre, Kingsville Friendly Club and South Essex Duplicate, with her name in the paper frequently. She said, “It stimulates my neurons.”

We will always remember: her being our taxi driver and #1 fan; as a family, going to church and then out for lunch at the Tea Garden or Maria’s; cousins and neighbours coming to the farm enjoying the horses, jumping on the trampoline, having turkey sandwiches and mayonnaise cake; traveling as a family to many Canadian and United States destinations, including Hawaii, also Mexico, Barbados, and Spain with annual trips to Florida; on her 75th birthday, Mom roller-skated with Katie; on her 80th birthday, she drove A.J.’s scooter; in her 98th year, she was driving her own car and preparing her own meals.

Mom was the matriarch of our family, the Duby, Paisley, and Nicholson families. They included her in many outings and events. We especially want to thank our cousin, Gail Duby, and Phil Bradley, for their assistance with many errands and spending quality time with our mother. Gail, we know she thought of you as a “friend, niece and daughter.”

A graveside family gathering will take place in October 2022 in the ancestral Phillips family plot, Olinda Cemetery.

Our mother displayed a zest for life to the end. We will see you again and rejoice and sing together. As mom would say, “We are not alone. We live in God’s world... bye for now.”

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice, 519-254-2585.

Margaret Heaney

It is with great sorrow, we announce the passing of Margaret Elizabeth Heaney (Lott) on Saturday, June 18, 2022.

We are mourning the loss of a wonderful woman who made an impression on everyone she met. She spent her last few days reminiscing on old memories with her daughters Patty and Cathy, her niece Margaret, and her granddaughters Shannon and Arley.

She was a longstanding employee of Loblaws, a hospital volunteer for many years, a member of the First Baptist Church and Brownie leader, a 60-year cancer survivor, and a wonderful mother, wife, grandmother and aunt to many.

She enjoyed meals out with family and friends and had a love for chocolate milkshakes. She lived a happy and full life, a life to be truly celebrated.

Beloved wife of the late Hugh Heaney (2017.) Loving mother of Cathy Hutchins, Pat Sant ( John,) and the late Donald Ives. Adored grandmother of several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Margaret was predeceased by her brothers Gordon Lott (Eileen) and Kenneth Lott (Marie), and sister Marion Haas (Martin) Survived by her nieces and nephews.

Visiting at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday from 3-5 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at 11 a.m.

Cremation to follow.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to First Baptist Church, Leamington or Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Nancy Pritchard

Nancy Pritchard (nee Gray) was the 9th of 9 born in ’29 to Scottish immigrants Robert and Jeannie Gray, who came to Canada in 1913 to build and run golf courses. She excelled in school and sports and was known to ride the family horse, Nelly, alone from their home to the clubhouse at about 18 months.

She trained to be an RN at Toronto General Hospital, graduating at age 20. She met and bedazzled a mustachioed crooner at a dance near Chatham with her fabulous jitterbugging. She married Dr. Bill Pritchard in 1950, just after his graduation from dentistry. They welcomed three children, Jane, Sandy and Brenda, who like Nancy loved the beach and sports, and like Bill loved music.

Nancy is predeceased by her five sisters and three brothers, and sadly by her son Dr. Sandy Pritchard in 2021.

She leaves behind her two daughters, Jane and Brenda, seven accomplished grandchildren (Kate, Logan, Jesse, Hunter, Madison, Taylor and Baylie) and two great-grandsons (Scott and Rowan).

Nancy will be remembered for her sharp wit and funloving personality. She also excelled in real estate from age 50 to 85, known for her honesty and expertise. At age 75, she could slalom ski right from the shore and skipped many curling bonspiels.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday, June 19, 2022 from 1-3 p.m.

Funeral service to celebrate Nancy’s life was held on Monday, June 20, 2022 at Leamington United Church, 9 John Street, Leamington, at 11 a.m. Interment followed at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Erie Shores Hospice.

Family and friends are invited to share their condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Greenhouse competition celebrates 15th year The annual local green- per, Nature Fresh Farms; house competition held Specialty Mini Pepper, by R.E.A.C.H. Inter- Mucci Farms; Specialnational was held last ty Long Pepper, Sunset week and winners were Mastronardi Produce; presented with their tro- Hot Pepper, Sunset Masphies at a gathering at the tronardi Produce. Hottest Kingsville Community Pepper was Mucci Farms’ Centre. This year featured Carolina Reaper. Overall Proof of obituary to run the addition of a special- Best Pepper was Nature ty berry category and a Fresh Red Bell Pepper.

June 22, 2022 Chef’s Choice Award.

In the Best Berry cate“We are so Southpoint excited gory, SunSunset Mastronardi about these new chef’s Produce took best straw$200 plus $26 HST = $226 choice awards,” said berry and best specialty President of R.E.A.CH. berry. Their Pear Berry Any Art changes email International, Bar- please took Best Overall Berry ron. “Chef Henry Furta- prize. sun@southpointsun.ca do had 136 products to Thanks.In the Hottest Tomato go through and choose category, Beefsteak was some produce to inspire taken by Nature Fresh some appetizers that Farms; Tomato on Vine were served at the awards by Mucci Farms; Roma ceremony. He chose 11 by Nature Fresh Farms, products that were each Cocktail by DelFresco awarded Chef’s Choice Pure; Specialty Tomato by certificates.”

Nature Fresh Farms; BiThe competition is in its tesize by Red Sun Farms.

15th year with proceeds Best Overall Tomato was going to sponsor over 50 given to Nature Fresh children in Uganda annu- Black Label Hiiros. ally. Visit reaching.org for Finally, in the Chef’s more information on the Choice category, four tocharity. matoes took honours, This year’s greenhouse with three from Sunset winners were: Cocktail Mastronardi Produce and Cucumbers, Nature Fresh one from DelFresco Pure.

Farms; Mini Cucumbers, Four peppers were also Pure Flavor; English Cu- honoured, with two from cumbers, Sunset Mastr- Sunset Mastronardi Proonardi Produce. Overall duce and one each from Best Cucumber was the Nature Fresh Farms and Pure Flavor Mini Cucum- Mucci Farms. The Coolber. est Cucumber honourees In the pepper catego- were from Nature Fresh ry were Red Bell Pepper Farms and Topline Farms. from Nature Fresh Farms; The Best Berry was from Yellow Bell Pepper, Pure Sunset Mastronardi ProFlavor; Orange Bell Pep- duce.

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It’s with saddened hearts the Thanks. family of Mary Jean Peterson (nee Grineau) announces her passing on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at the age of 71.

Cherished wife to Robert “Bob” Peterson. Beloved mother to Melissa Legary (Eric) and stepmother to Todd Peterson and Debbie Peterson. Proud grandma to Meaghan Legary. Fondly remembered by her siblings John Grineau, Claudia Brown and Nancy Grineau, and predeceased by her brother Lorne Grineau.

Mary will also be dearly missed by her extended family and friends.

Mary worked in administration at Point Pelee National Park until her retirement. She loved gardening and traveling with her husband.

As per Mary’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

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

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

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Local family spearheading Kyiv Home Project in Cottam

By Mark Ribble The Kyiv Home Project is moving forward, thanks to some very generous people and businesses in Windsor-Essex.

The project is the brainchild of Gary Taveirne and his family, and ground is expected to be broken within the next week or so.

The Taveirne family was inspired by the story of their in-laws who moved to Canada from Bosnia in 1994.

That family escaped the war and finally found a home in Windsor-Essex.

Taveirne recently donated the lot in the new Woodbridge Estates subdivision that he is developing in Cottam.

His daughter, Jennifer Baggio, spoke to the Sun last week about the project.

“We’ve had some wonderful donations,” she said. “Even the Town of Kingsville was able to contribute.”

“For weeks we have been feeling helpless, watching in disbelief as Ukrainians have lost their homes, loved ones and any sense of security they thought they had,” says the project website.

The town waived their development fees after Baggio presented the project at the council meeting on June 13.

They’ve also expedited the building permits.

The Taveirne family has teamed up with Cottam United Church as the fundraising begins.

They are hoping to raise $250,000 to help with getting two families housed, furnished and relocated.

The home itself will be a duplex that will house two refugee families.

The group is working through the Ukrainian National Federation to get two families vetted and approved.

Baggio says they’ve had great support from the building community.

“We have brought Brent from BK Cornerstone on board, and he is reaching out to as many people as he can,” she said.

BK Cornerstone is acting as the general contractor and donating their services to the build.

Many other local companies have come forward to offer services or material.

They still need cash donations, if you’d like to get involved.

Those cash donations can be made in person at Cottam United Church, or on the project’s website at thekyivhomeproject.com.

“We’ve had some wonderful donations.”

— Jennifer Baggio

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Chamber golf tournament attracts 90 A total of 90 golfers took part in the annual Leamington District Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 15 at Erie Shores Golf and Country Club.

The golfers braved the high temperatures but benefited from a breeze off the lake which helped temper the humidity a bit.

Top men’s team con-

sisted of Ward Hutchins, Neil Sawatzky, Scott Wilkinson and Brian Humphreys, while the top mixed team featured Mike Young, Kyle Billion, Renee Daudlin-Iacobelli and Kyly Billion.

The Windsor Star putting contest finished in a three-way tie between Greg Mulholland, Ryan Harder and Paul Barn-

able.

The Gabriele’s Fun Game netted Ed Fuerth with the prize of a patio set.

The Men’s Longest Drive was hit by Greg Price while the longest driving lady was Kaitlyn Pinch. Shannon McCormick took home the ladies closest to the pin.

The team above did not figure in the results but were deemed the best dressed by most witnesses on the course. They are, from left, Ed Borland, Carolyn Tann, Kate DiPierdomenico and Chris Long, all representing Best Western Plus.

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Dusting off the memories

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

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

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well Kingsville Lions entertained theiras providing wives Thursday night at the Lakeshorea luncheon menu. Speed Hotel when the annual installation ofboat rides officers was held. The new president iswere available Clarence Chaille, while Jack Heath joinsfrom the Cedar Beach Drug the ranks of retired presidents.

Store for 50 —— cents a ride Sugarbush Zoo, complete with ani-for summer renting mals, reptiles and birds, has been devel-visitors a cabin or for oped by Paul Taylor of Kingsville. Thecottagers not zoo is located on the 3rd Concession,owning a boat. east of the Miner Bird Sanctuary. TheThe 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 zoo is located in the Bill Kennedy sugarthe late 1940s or early 1950s.

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From the Leamington Post June 25, 1953 Five Mersea schools held their annual field day at Blytheswood recently and the main winners of the day included Beth Reid of Goldsmith (junior girls champ), Julie McKeen of Oakland (girls champ), Erna Dirksen of Blytheswood (intermediate girls champ), Bernice Wilkinson of Bellwood (junior girls champ), John Kos of Mount Carmel (boys champ), Bob Ford of Mount Carmel (intermediate boys champ), Edgar Regehr of Bellwood (junior boys champ) and Victor Tiessen of Blytheswood (junior boys champ).

—— The financial campaign of the $200,000 Recreation and Agriculture Centre of Leamington and district got off to a good start this week, as W.E. Selkirk, clerk treasurer of the Town of Leamington, gave a personal donation to campaign canvasser Everett Smith.

—— Leamington is going to the dogs. For the first time in the history of Leamington, greyhound dog races will be held at the fairgrounds on Saturday, July 4. Slated to get underway at 2 pm, the races promise to be one of the more outstanding sporting events of the year. There will be eight heats during the afternoon with the proper equipment provided by the Greyhound Racing Association.

Proceeds from the races will be used to provide lighting for night ball games at the fairground baseball diamond. The greyhounds will chase a dummy rabbit around the horse track.

—— Reverend L.F. O’Neil, minister of the Leamington Baptist Church, recently attended the Baptist Convention for Ontario and Quebec held at McMaster University in Hamilton. Rev. O’Neil received the high honour of being elected to the executive for a three-year term.

—— Miss Jessie M. Tillett, supervisor of the Leamington and District Memorial Hospital, has welcomed four trained nurses from overseas to the staff. Miss Catherine McDonald from Glasgow Scotland, arrived three weeks ago. She was joined by Miss Celia Stanley from Aberdeenshire, Scotland, Miss Anne Catt from Stroud, England, and Miss Vanda Mathiason, who hails from Estonia.

From the Kingsville Reporter June 25, 1953 On Monday night, the Kingsville Bantams played host to the Wheatley Bantams in the first game of the 1953 schedule and won 3-0. John Kinik, Kingsville’s top pitcher, fanned 19 Wheatley batters while walking two and giving up three hits. Wheatley young southpaw pitcher, Derbyshire, pitched a great game too, giving up six hits and striking out six.

Fiery Jack Rumble, Kingsville’s catcher, led the hitter with a double and a single.

Mickey Rankin led off the first inning with a line drive homerun.

bush, where they house two bears, Teddy (the well-known Coghill bear) and his friend Tiny, formerly owned by the Windsor Sportsmen Association. They also have rabbits, a rhesus monkey, baby skunks, opossum, raccoons, rats, turtles and a red fox. Mr. Taylor expects that he will have an armadillo and some deer arriving shortly. He plans on building a children’s playground on the property and admission is free for the remainder of this inaugural season.

Thanks to some helpful readers, this home has been identified. It is located in Olinda on Rd 5 E (Ruthven) on the south side of the road between the Olinda Sideroad and Co Rd 31 (Albuna Townline). At one time, was owned by the McDonaldsfamily. the present time, porch Holland has been removed.

A itLook at Leamington’ PastAtcourtesy ofthe C.front Scott Thank you for helping us out! Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

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.

40 Years Later From the Wheatley Journal June 23, 1993 At the most recent regular meeting of village council, there was a delegation of four from the Ontario Provincial Police. The delegation touched briefly on the present local contract. Wheatley has a year-to-year agreement, but council was advised the contract was expected to change to a five-year term. Wheatley June 15, 1988 LDSS honored its top athletes at a banquet - winners were: John Day and Maggie Elias is the smallest municipality in Ontario (Juniors), Linda Posson and Tony Gebrail (Seniors.)

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 that purchases additional police protection.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal —— Bernice Sample was named as the Wheatley and District Friendship Club Senior Citizen of the Year at the June 16 meeting. She was photographed with Ethel Ritchie, 96, who is the club’s oldest member, and both were presented with flowers.

—— The official weekend set aside to celebrate the Wheatley Branch 324 anniversary was a huge success. Nelson Rutt told the Journal he was extremely pleased with the support shown at the BBQ and dance held Saturday night.

According to Mr. Rutt, over 600 steak June 1992 - On Wednesday May 27 East Mersea Public School held its annal track and field day. dinners were served by the brigade of Several records were broken. In the photo are the individual champs. Back row: Tanya Walker (atom volunteer chefs.

Submarine cycling Ditches boys), rose foot after following theWarkentin Thursday(midget evening rainfall girls), Dan Simpson- (bantam Kristen Millsfoot (midget girls), Jeff boys), Matt (juvenile lads boys),wasted Amy Dyckno (bantam Caninne Front row: cycling”.

Sarah Malott —— and Moody these young time girls), inventing a Locke new (juvenile game, girls). “submarine If (mite girls), Jocelyn Kroeker (tyke girls), Gregg Epp (atom boys), Kris Klassen (tyke boys), Chris Friesen The Wheatley Optimists held theirnothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! (mite boys). The winning house was the Black Cobas led by Jenny Ciliska and Jeff Warkentin. first ever golf tournament on Sunday and about 60 junior golfers took part.MEMORIES OF KINGSVILLE, LEAMINGTON & WHEATLEY PRESENTED COURTESY OF ...

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Important grain rescue training for Leamington firefighters

By Mark Ribble While Leamington fire personnel hope that they never need to put their new training into effect, they will now be prepared if a grain farm rescue is ever required within the municipality.

In a training session put on by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) — and hosted by the Douglas family at Cloverview Farms — firefighters were put through vigorous training specific to helping victims caught in grain bins or wagons on local farms on Saturday, June 18.

A special trailer designed for such training

was pulled into Cloverview Farms on Road 10

by Russ Lloyd of Sarnia, who is the Master Trainer for the CASA in this district.

Lloyd put the local firefighters through the training in teams of three as they learned assembly of the rescue equipment, hazard identification, communication and the potential health effects on the victim.

Leamington Fire Services had received the cofferdam-style equipment — called a Res-Q-Tube — in August of 2020 and this training will help them understand the proper techniques to achieve a

Firefighters Jeff Vibert and Royce Beauchamp secure the back section of the Res-Q-Tube, while firefighter ‘victim’ Eric Wright is buried in corn up to his waist.

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positive outcome.

About three years ago, the Leamington fire crew was faced with such a dilemma as a young lady visiting a local farm climbed atop a grain trailer full of corn and found herself being sucked down into the corn, up to her chest.

Firefighters arrived on scene and were able to call in Kingsville Fire, who already possessed the ResQ-Tube. The resistance by the Leamington crew not to panic and keep the victim calm and oxygenated during the ordeal while awaiting Kingsville’s arrival, probably saved the young lady’s life.

Now, with their own equipment in hand, the time had come to get all of the proper training and knowledge in the event that another farm accident puts them in the same situation.

The Leamington firefighters were put through a pre-training classroom-style session prior to the hands-on training at the farm.

The training trailer is designed with a large bin of corn and rigged with pulleys, railings and other rescue equipment to ensure safety during the sessions.

The trainees step into the corn bin and a certain

amount of corn is drained from the bottom, inducing the trainee to sink up to their waist and unable to free themselves.

The other two trainees were then instructed on how to assemble the ResQ-Tube, which comes in four sections.

Once the tube is in place, a pencil auger is then put into the tube to begin removing corn from around the victim, all the while communicating to make sure everything is fine within the tube.

“The key is to remain calm and make sure the victim remains calm,” said Lloyd, who talked to each trainee as the work

With the Res-Q-Tube in place, Vibert works the pencil auger while Beauchamp pulls excess corn away from the tube.

Captain Shawn McKenzie, left, observes along with trainer Russ Lloyd from CASA.

was being done.

Once the equipment training was complete for each group, they were given a tour of Cloverview Farms’ grain bins to familiarize themselves with the inside of the bins.

A grain trailer on site was also closely examined as officials explained the design of the trailers and effect of certain actions that would put the victim in danger.

It’s estimated that three or four people are killed in grain entrapment accidents on Canadian farms each year, with many other close calls that are not reported.

Royce Beauchamp takes his turn as the ‘victim’ as Jeff Vibert secures the Res-Q-Tube sections in place, with help from Eric Wright (hands in photo).

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Rotary Walk, Wine and Dine attracts 83 diners The Rotary Club of Leamington’s first annual Walk, Wine and Dine, supporting youth mental health in uptown Leamington was quite successful, raising $6,000.

A total of 83 diners were treated to culinary selections from eight participating uptown restaurants.

Six groups of about 14 diners started at The Bank

Theatre with a quick orientation and appetizers

by Armando’s Pizza, then were led by Rotarians to experience three different restaurants, a quick trek through Gabriele’s for some special coupons and then ended the evening at the Arts Centre, enjoying dessert from Sweet Retreat Ice Cream & More and Christine’s Bake Shop.

The participating restaurants were Crave Family Grill and Pub, Cancunsito Mexican Cuisine, Firdous Lebanese Grill, Cured Craft Brewing Co., Sona Ristorante & Taverna and Riviera Maya Mexican Bar & Grill.

Feedback from participants was very positive with many remarking that they were impressed

with the quality of restaurants in the uptown.

Co-chair of the project, Renee Daudlin-Iacobelli, was asked how this project will benefit Youth Mental Health in our community.

“This project will result in a Pitch Contest for Youth Mental Health Services,” Daudin-Iacobelli.

“As we are all aware, our youth are struggling for various reasons, and we want to ensure that our community has something to offer. Our club

will use the money that we raise through this event and through other fundraising efforts to hold a Pitch Contest that will allow agencies, entrepreneurs, or individuals the opportunity to pitch an innovative mental health project that would benefit youth in need.

The winner(s) will receive funding for their project through the Rotary Club of Leamington and partner’s project.”

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pitched in, secured sponsors, organized participants and restaurants, and ensured the participants had a great time.

Club President and CoChair, Charlene Houle, thanked all involved.

“Without their financial backing, we could not have made this happen,” she said.

Ongoing fundraising will add to the amount offered in the Fall 2022 Pitch Contest.

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Golf Tournament Sponsors: Cogeco - Golf Tournament Sponsor Putting Contest Sponsor - Windsor Star Media Sponsor - Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers Golf Cart Sponsor – Enbridge Flag Sponsor - Home Instead Hole in One Sponsor - Ives Insurance Fun Game Sponsor - Gabriele Furniture Centre Gold Hole Sponsor: South Essex Community Council Silver Hole Sponsors: Baker Tilly Best Western Plus Evergreen Memorial Kingdom Mortgages Libro Credit Union Parker DKI Pelee Lighthouse RBC Royal Bank Reid Funeral Home Rosewood Erie Glen Sunsets by the Bay Thank you also to all who donated door prizes or goodies: Cogeco, Freddy’s Restaurant, Crave Family Grill & Pub, HUB International, Vox Socks, Home Instead, Investment Planning, Evergreen Memorial, Kingdom Mortgages, Chartwell, and Roasters Coffee.

All golfers received a $25 gift card from Chamber businesses in the bag of goodies. LOVE LOCAL! Thank you to all the volunteers – Chad, Paul, Luciana, Nadia, Char, Diane, Rachel and Tiffannie – for helping out wherever needed.

Thank you to South Essex Community Council, Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, and Home Instead for setting up booths.

Thank you and welcome Shane, the Erie Shores Golf & Country Clubs new pro. Thank you also to the staff for the smooth running of this tournament.

Thank you to the Car Barn for the amazing dinner. Lots of food and nobody left hungry!

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Tractors: 1976 John Deere 6030 diesel w/canopy, 2 remotes (5351hrs); 1965 Allis Chalmers D21 Series 2 diesel, 3 remotes (4291hrs); 1967 Farmall 1206 diesel, 2 remotes (4076hrs); 1972 John Deere 2520 diesel (3035hrs); 1959 John Deere 730 diesel; 1951 Farmall Super C gas; 1955 Cockshutt 20 gas; 1950 Farmall Cub Demonstrator, gas, high clearance; 1948 Allis Chalmers G gas w/mounted sickle mower; Massey Harris 50 gas; 1937 John Deere B gas.

A few weights and accessories will sell after tractors.

Auctioneers Note: This a very clean lineup of tractors. All tractors have been restored and are ready to go into a new collection. Sale will be held live on site, with internet bidding at jacobauctions.hibid.com For information, call Bert at 519-809-5480.

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SERVICES ELECTRICIAN - LICENSED ELECTRICAL contractor, semi-retired, looking for smaller wiring jobs and wiring repairs including additions, renovations. Call 519-326-7900. ECRA/ESA jn8-22 Licence #7013042.

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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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29-FT PALOMINO TRAVEL TRAILER - with 1 slide, newer tires, very good condition. Reduced price $11,995.00. Call 519-819jn1-tfn 8123.

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Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819

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Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. $15.50 per hour • Part Time to Full Time Specific Duties include: Repetitive tasks, manual dexterity, hand-eye-co-ordination, standing for extended periods, attention to detail, bending, crouching kneeling, handling weights of up to 50 lbs (23 kg) from production line. Clean working area.

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Experience in Food Safety handling an asset.

Welcome any Newcomers to Canada, seniors, indigenous, ... anybody that can work.

Must have own transportation.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 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.

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15/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.

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TWO (2) TOOL AND DIE REPAIR TECHNICIANS, ONE (1) LEAD AND ONE (1) ROBOTICS WELDING TECHNICIAN Must able to work two swing shifts or three rotation shifts Monday to Friday and occasionally Saturday.

Qualification - Tool and Die Repair Technician: Minimum 5-years of automotive metal stamping die repair experiences in production line and tool shop. General Machining and preparation of tooling components. Assemble and align stamping dies (progressive and transfer). Troubleshoot tooling issues in press and determine production inefficiencies. Experience with progressive dies, transfer dies. Able to weld MIG and TIG, overhead crane, die carts and Autolift. Must have 430A tool and die maker license or equivalent certification /experience.

Wage: $29-$37. Full Benefit Package (medical, dental , EAP, pension match, uniform, safety and tool allowances, loyalty, attendance, retirement bonus and profit sharing) after 3 months.

Qualification - Robotics Welding Technician: Min 2 years robotics/automation – college education diploma is required. Minimum 1-year Experience in manufacturing automotive stamping industry. Must have troubleshooting experience of Fanuc Robotics and Allen Bradley Logix 5000 PLC in automotive metal stamping. Mechanically and Electronically Inclined.

Wage: $27-$36, depends on the experience. Full benefits after three months.

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• Compensation is $15.00/hour • Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) • No education or experience required.

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Please apply at: careers@tilray.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 2000 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4

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. $15.00 per hour. Will train the right candidate.

Must be able to work within a group or on their own.

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m.. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept E-TRANSFER, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

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The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 9, 2022, weather permitting, and ending October 21, 2022. 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 SCRAMBLE ANSWER Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761 (Collect calls will be accepted.)

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Using a combination of the following pesticides, which are registered under the pest Control Products Act (Canada): Clearview Herbicide (Reg. #29752), containing the active ingredients Aminopyralid (present as potassium salt) and Metsulfuron Methyl, Escort Herbicide (Reg. #23005), containing the active ingredient Metsulfuron Methyl, Hasten NT Spray Adjuvant, which contains active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (Esterified vegetable oil) (Reg. #28277).

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For further information contact (collect calls accepted): Bark Buster Vegetation Management Dan Jones 2232 Mersea Road 7, Wheatley, ON 519-999-4543

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The June 27 Miracle food drive that took place last year and the year before to help people in need during the pandemic will take on a different look this year.

The food drive will take place in each community, but organizers are asking residents to bring the food to a local food bank, as opposed to putting it out for porch pickup.

According to the Miracle’s Facebook

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while swimming with friends when he failed to resurface. The individual was pulled from the water by civilian bystanders.

Life-saving measures were initiated and continued by paramedics. The male was transported to hospital where he later died.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are assisting Kingsville OPP with the investigation.

The intersection of County Road 23 and County Road 18 was closed for several hours for the protection of emergency responders and to facilitate the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the Kingsville OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting.

A Migrant Workers Day festival will take place on Sunday, June 26 at Seacliff Park and the Sunset Amphitheatre.

The event is being hosted by C.A.R.E.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the motoring public to be prepared for slowdowns in construction zones and drive accordingly.

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page, the drive took on a life of its own over the two years and the number of volunteers required to make it happen again just are not there with life returning to the new ‘normal.’

The St. Michael’s Parish in Leamington will be receiving non-perishable goods on June 25 from 9 am to 2 pm at their lower location off John Street on behalf of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

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Fatal collision in Kingsville On June 19 at 3:44 a.m., members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Kingsville Fire Department responded to a single vehicle motor vehicle collision at the intersection of County Road 23 and County Road 18 in Kingsville.

One person was pronounced deceased as a result.

The investigation is ongoing, and members of the West Region OPP Traffic

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS On Monday, June 20 at approximately 2:25 p.m., the Leamington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a possible drowning in Lake Erie in the Municipality of Leamington.

Members of the Leamington detachment OPP and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived on scene at Seacliff Park beach.

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six. Cribbage: Sue Girardin 1195, Darlene Trombley 1187, and Cliff Trombley 1157.

On Friday, June 17, 31 members played cards with scores as follows.

Bridge: Bert Patrick 4320, Mandy Hric 3550, and Alta VanVliet 3140.

Euchre: John Gerhardt 102, Willy Fittler 100, and

Sharie Blythe 98. Sharie also had most lone hands with six.

Pepper: Maggie Hansen 261, Kathy Hedge 254, and Bob Bell 246.

Anne Burrell had most Peppers with nine.

Afterwards, everyone enjoyed delicious strawberries and ice cream.

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Winners of the 50/50 draws were Sue Fleming and Robert Lapsa.

Just a reminder that vaccines (2) are mandatory for members to attend the club and proof must be available upon

request. Also, all visitors must be accompanied by a paid member of the Friendship Club.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the club had to cancel its involvement in the town-wide Yard Sale on June 18.

Remember when coming to the Friendship Club for exercise or other activities to please use the north door to enter.

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Flyers hold annual awards banquet for 2021-22 season

By C. Scott Holland It’s been a month since their 2021-22 season came to an end in the West Conference finals, but last Thursday night the Leamington Flyers’ staff, players, parents, friends and volunteers celebrated in a very upbeat manner.

Instead of dwelling on what might have been, the team looked to the wealth of experience the 19 eligible returning players will have for the 2022-2023 campaign.

Attendance was very good and Cam Crowder spoke on behalf of the ownership group.

“We’d like to thank the volunteers, staff, parents, the players and the fans for the tremendous support given during this past difficult season of dealing with Covid and its protocols,” he said. “These players put in lots of effort, and focused on hard work both on and off the ice.”

For many of them it meant juggling work and school schedules.

GM Justin Solcz spoke for a few minutes and recapped the season.

“It’s been a tough couple of years for our team,” he said. “This past season we had 17 rookies plus a new head coach and assistant coaches. Yet we exceeded our expectations by claiming first-place in the regular season.”

“We learned so much in our playoff run,” Solcz added. “Typically, you have to lose in order to win.”

Head coach Dale Mitchell echoed the sentiment of Solcz by saying, “It was tough in March playing 15 games in 30 days and then continuing on into playoffs, but they (the players) showed us the efforts of their hard work.”

As for the awards themselves, the entire coaching staff helped in presenting the plaques to each winner.

The Leading Scorer was Connor MacPherson (27 g. 30 a. 57 pts.). The Unsung Hero Award was presented to Ryan MacPherson, who set up 38 different Flyers goals. The Coaches Award was garnered by veteran Wyatt O’Neil.

Rookie of Year was Connor MacPherson, who was not only the Flyers’ Top Scoring Rookie but the Top Rookie Scor-

er for the GOJHL as well.

There were plenty of choices for Hardest Working Player during the extended season, but Gabe Piccolo took the honors. The Best Defenseman Award was fittingly handed to captain Colton O’Brien. The Regular Season MVP was Ryan Polidori, and the Playoff MVP was Gavin Grundner. Both Polidori and Grundner had high-standard performances that reflected their abilities and helped inspire their teammates.

In addition to the awards, four graduating players – Adam Jeffery, Wyatt O’Neil, Colton O’Brien and Ryan Polidori – all received their jerseys.

The final award was for the team’s Volunteer of Year and this year the award was won by Cheryl Issell and Jeannine Mouck, who stepped up to take over the operation of the ticket booth after the retirement of Hilda Franklin.

The Flyers look forward to a normal full 2022-2023 season and are already making plans for another enjoyable campaign.

Flyers Volunteer of Year Award was presented to Cheryl Issell (left) and Jeannine Mouck (right). They are pictured with Flyers grad and Regular Season MVP Ryan Polidori.

Photos by C. Scott Holland

The Flyers Top Defenseman honours were bestowed upon veteran and captain Colton O’Brien. From left to right are assistant coach Kade McKibbin, video coach Garrett Fodor, recipient Colton O’Brien, GM Justin Solcz, head coach Dale Mitchell and goalie coach Matt Anthony.

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Krueger dazzles the Talbot Trail field

By Bob McLean Fifty-six seniors tested their golfing skills on a beautiful, sunny June 14 on the challenging Talbot Trail golf course layout.

Ken Kreuger amazed the other senior players by firing an incredible 33 off the silver tees. This tied the previous record held by Jamie Arquette.

The long putt winner was OV who easily drained his 10-footer.

Kreug’s excellent shot to within seven feet on #9 won him the closest to the pin. There were four players meriting the nifty 50 star: Bummy, Bob Freure, Larry Hyatt and Tarciscio Sasso.

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nior silver division, smooth swinging Tom Hyatt scored a terrific 46. Steady playing Bob Freure achieved an outstanding 50. Bill Edwards placed third with his own very satisfying round.

In the super senior gold grouping, Dave La Bonte shot a masterful 46. He was closely fol-

lowed by the inspiring 49 shot by Erle Nash. Gerry Becigneul and Murray Cascadden merited very praiseworthy results of 53 and 54 respectively.

In the 80-85 year section, Tom Sasso shot an impressive 50 to lead the way. Firing brilliant scores of 51 and 52 respectively were Conrad

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Ron McCracken and Gary Wilson were close behind with their own very commendable 53s.

The league’s largest group comes from the 70-79 year olds. Chopper placed first with his awesome 39. He was closely followed by Joe Drummomd’s excellent 40. Pearcie continued his brilliant play by shooting a 41. Although hobbled by aching hips, Dutchy achieved an outstanding 42. Rick Thompson played

superbly to achieve a 42.

Very commendable 43s were earned by BW and Chuck McKenzie.

In the 50-69 year division, Kreug’s masterful 33 stands out. Arkey placed second with his terrific 39. Randy ‘the putter’ Nash, scored an excellent 41. Howard Mulrain shot an incredible 42 result.

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Leamington Minor Soccer’s 2022 house league season is winding down and the teams are getting anxious for wind-up day celebrations, which will occur on Sunday, June 26. The heat last week was a challenge, but these two 10U boys teams were able to make a game of it and keep hydrated. Here, players from OG Pizza (red) try to get past defenders from the Jose’s Bar and Grill team.

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Erie Shores senior men’s golf There were 47 golfers participating in the senior men’s league at Erie Shores Golf Club on June 13.

First team winners with a score of 281 were Tom Miehl, Gary McRae, Brent Metz and Bill Rutgers. Second place with 282 went to Jerry Malott, Herb Grundner, Paul Pringle and Bill Gherasim. In third place at 283 were Gary Alderson, Dave Wilkinson, Frank Gow and Rick Metz. Fourth place at 283, by retrogression, went to Phil Larade, Don Mensch, Fred Klassen and Wayne Wiseman.

The draw winners were Dave Wilkinson and Tom Miehl.

Closest to the pin on #3 was Heinz Kosempel and on #16 Matt Dick.

Longest putt on #7 was Richard Reive and on # 17 Rick Metz.

The three low net shooters for the day were Gary McRae, Rob Toyne and Ron Tremblay, all at 67.

Low scores for the day were Matt Dick at 78, John Rutgers 80, and Brian Collins, Stefan Kowal, Wray Pollock and Tom Miehl at 81.

Brian Collins, Bill Conn, Frank Gow, Bill Gherasim and Ron Tremblay each had a bird on #2. Ron also birdied the 9th hole. Heinz Kosempel had a bird on #3, Gary McRae #4, Wayne Wiseman #5, Wray Pollock #6, Stefan Kowal #9 and #12, Richard Reive #10, John Rutgers #11, and Cecil Mendel, Norm Beattie and Dave Binder #12.

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12U LAKERS WIN ANOTHER TOURNAMENT

The Leamington 12U Lakers made it two tournament wins in a very short period as they took top honours in the annual Ralph Hall/Jack McCart Classic, hosted by the LaSalle Titans over the weekend. The Lakers went 3-0 in pool play and then beat Halton Hills in the semi-final game before defeating the host LaSalle Titans Gold 12-6 in the final. Team members are, front left to right: Pancho Heinrichs, AJ Youssef, bat boy Ethan Liebrock, Jonathan Grundner, Adam Lowen, Isaak Giesbrecht Jr. Back row: Assistant coach Tony Youssef, Owen Rousseau, Aiden Lowen, Isaiah Georges, Jackson Wall, Ben Liebrock, Ryan Sawatzky, Johnny Giesbrecht, assistant coach Bob Grundner, head coach Ryan Georges.

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Pet of the Week FLUFFY

11U LAKERS TAKE TOURNAMENT TITLE

The Leamington 11U Lakers beat the London Talons 11-9 for the gold medal in the Ralph Hall/Jack McCart Classic in LaSalle over the wekeend. Team members are, back row from left, Peter Jr. Giesbrecht, Jonathan Joseph, Charlie Stover, Tristan Friesen, Evan Albrecht, Kevin Fehr, Albert Neufeld. In the front are Julius Jacobs, Jonah Neufeld, Cash Robert, Dario Graziano and Paul George. Coaches are

Richard Jacobs, Kevin George, Gaspare Graziano.

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Outdoor Movie Night Friday, June 24 – at GL Heritage Brewery, Amherstburg. FurFlix and the feature film – The Secret Life Of Pets! Families and Pets welcome. Get tickets on Event Brite or contact Arms Bumanlag at development@windsorhumane.org to see first hand how your donations, and support make and actionable impact in Windsor/Essex.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751 windsorhumane.org

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BABY BACK RIBS $10

Fluffy is a very friendly and affection fellow, with beautiful long fur. Fluffy enjoys the company of all humans and has lived with another cat before.

Adopters to know: Fluffy is being treated for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and is on a strict hypoallergenic HP veterinary food only that helps him feel his best (and not vomit)! Due to his condition, he may need more frequent vet visits in case the condition flairs up. Fluffy’s adoption fee has been discounted to help him find a home!

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Denturist Shreve Denture Clinic

Denturist Shreve Denture Clinic

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Hearing Clinics Clear Hearing Centre

Melissa Beardsley-Brown H.I.S.

Claudia Szynal DD

Kristin Shreve Swayze DD

Registered Hearing Instrument Specialist

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Jeff Gates

Professional Locksmith

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H. Featherstone Realty Inc.

H. Featherstone Realty Inc.

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Camille Elters

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Locksmiths Essex County Locksmiths

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Chantelle Elters

Raine Schiefer Realtor®

17 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-819-4290 chanelters@gmail.com @eltersrealestateteam h.featherstonerealtyinc

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