Southpoint Sun - March 1, 2023

Ice storm wreaks havoc on homes, residents

The winter storm that made its way through the Sun Parlour on Wednesday, February 22 produced widespread power outages, damaged roofs and a few flooded basements.

Trees and branches were down everywhere you looked throughout Leamington, Kingsville and Wheatley, with hydro lines often coming down with them.

About 4,100 Leamington residences were without power on Wednesday evening for about six hours, while most of Kingsville and Wheatley were still without power Thursday morning.

Many in Wheatley, Kingsville and Leamington didn’t have power restored until Friday.

The sound of chain saws and wood chippers filled the air in some neighbourhoods as residents and municipal staff tended to trees and large branches blocking driveways and sidewalks.

Thursday’s warming temperatures helped the situation as the ice eventually melted off the trees and roofs.

For the second day in a row on Thursday, local school buses weren’t running and 17 Essex County schools were closed Thursday due to power outages. Wheatley Area Public School was also without power and closed for the day on Thursday. On Friday, a few schools across the county were still without hydro and remained closed.

Budget deliberations continue

As of press time Tuesday morning, Leamington Council was still in chambers discussing the proposed 2023 budget brought forth by administration.

The draft budget presented on Monday, February 27 included a proposed property tax increase of roughly four per cent, which amounts to an annual increase of approximately $95.53 for an average home in Leamington assessed at $190,000.

That $190,000 assessment is based on 2016 values as determined by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).

Included in budget talks were events such as Mill Street Markets, Summer Concerts at the Amphitheatre and Leamington’s 150th birthday celebration which will happen in 2024.

The budget represents about $100 million in total spending, with about $36 million coming through taxation.

A planned rejuvenation for the Big Leamington Tomato in time for the 150th birthday celebration was also included, as well as discussion on the Mersea Park splashpad and other improvements.

In alignment with the municipality’s master plan, the uptown streetscape re-design is scheduled to begin this year as well.

At press time, council was still hearing reports from various departments, with those reports expected to wrap up on Tuesday afternoon. Wednesday was set aside for additional time, if needed.

Tree damage at Seacliff Park in Leamington was evident on Thursday morning, February 23. The storm downed several trees and lots of branches in the area.

SUN photo by Paul Forman

A large branch fell onto the road on Danforth Avenue in Leamington. SUN photo

Highbury strike into third week

By Mark Ribble

The strike between members of UFCW Local 175 and Highbury Canco is now into its third week as those on the picket line reach day 16 on strike.

Chief Union Steward for Local 175, Scott Jackson, says the workers are prepared to be there for the long haul.

“I don’t want everybody out here in the cold,” he said. “But we’re prepared to be here for as long as it takes.”

March to honour fallen firefighter

Over 100 fellow first responders paid tribute to the late Lieutenant Adam Kroeker during a special march leading up to his funeral in Leamington on Saturday, February 25.

Many area residents lined the streets to bid farewell to the young Leamington firefighter, who lost his battle with cancer on February 15.

The Municipality of Leamington issued a statement after Kroeker’s passing, acknowledging his death as a Line of Duty Death (LODD).

Several neighbouring fire departments sent representatives and vehicles to participate in the parade, which marched from Reid Funeral Home on Russell Street to the Leamington United Mennonite Church for the funeral.

Lieutenant Kroeker’s casket was carried in a vintage ambulance.

Kroeker joined Leamington Fire Services in 2010 and was promoted to Lieutenant in 2018.

He leaves behind his wife Robyn and children Sienna and Cruz.

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I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE

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Grade 2 and make $18.60 an hour. The next level is ‘lead’, which gets you $19.60 an hour.”

“That’s not enough for our people to live on,” he added.

One striker commented that he’s a lead and takes home about $2,200 a month, while his monthly household expenses amount to $1,900. “That leaves me about $300 for groceries and other things,” he said. “I can’t survive on that.”

The company presented a final offer prior to a union vote held Saturday, February 11 that was rejected by the membership and that set the strike in motion.

Jackson says the main issue is wages and added that he believes many people inside the plant are responsible for two or three jobs within the factory.

“Once you’re in the

Jackson says that 65-70 per cent of the union employees make under $19 per hour.

The minimum wage in Ontario is currently $15.50 per hour.

“The minimum wage keeps going up, but our wages have not,” said one striker.

The Sun reached out to Highbury Canco via email but got no response by press time.

For workers gathered at the shipping and receiving

gate on Oak Street East, Jackson says they have held up trucks and buses for short periods of time, but for the most part it’s been amicable.

“We’re more than happy to sit down and resume talks,” said Jackson. “The union has not been contacted by the company to my knowledge.”

Jackson says all they (Highbury) have to do is reach out.

“We’d love to get back to the table,” he said. “This group of workers has put Highbury Canco on the map as one of the top co-packers in the country.”

Jackson also said that the community has been very supportive during the strike — something he is grateful for.

“Lots of honking horns and people have been great about dropping off coffee, pizzas and other food,” he said. “I am personally impressed with our community as someone who grew up here.”

Omission last week

In last week’s edition of the Southpoint Sun, a name was mistakenly left off the list of Highland Games Committee members.

Patty Kristy, who has been on the committee

since its inception, was inadvertently left off the list on the story on page 1. The Sun regrets this error and apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused Patty.

Workers gather at the Highbury Canco shipping gate on Thursday, February 23.

In the top photo, the procession for Lt. Adam Kroeker makes its way under the crossed ladders tribute on Erie Street South. In the bottom photo, the pipers, drummers and first repsonders march east on Oak Street. Sun photos Inset is Lt. Adam Kroeker.

LEGION BRANCH 324 VISITS LOCAL VETERANS

Executive members of the Royal Canadian Legion Wheatley Branch 324 recently visited area long-term care facilities to hand-deliver warm mittens and toques and those veterans were excited for the visit and the gifts. Top left photo are veterans Gus (83), Bill (88), John (97) and Peter (91), while Legion executive members Sarah Stevenson Tom Brown and Craig Howe stand behind them. In the top right photo, from left, are Wheatley Legion member Mike Hicks, Bill (98), Poppy Chair Tom Brown, Ralph (88), Legion executive member Jason Bell, and Giovanni (90). Bottom left, Craig Howe and Eileen (99) sit on the couch, while Mike Hicks and Tom Brown stand behind. Middle photos are Robert (94) and Al (85). In the bottom right photo, veteran Andrew (100) sits while surrounded by Craig Howe, Sarah Stevenson and Tom Brown. Last names were withheld at request of the facilities.

Photos courtesy of Wheatley Legion Branch 324

Funny musical comedy opens Friday at Bank Theatre

By Mark Ribble

Opening night for I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change is set for Friday, March 3 at The Bank Theatre as they stage their first theatrical production of 2023.

Rated PG-13, the show is a witty crowd pleaser that pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen flat in the face of romance and those who have ever dared to ask, “Are you free tomorrow night?”

A musical comedy, I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change is one of the longest running off-Broadway musicals of all time.

Several talented local actors are aboard the production with Melinda and Joel Lewsaw, Brett Hallick, Melissa McLeod, Eric Miinch, Madison Hamm, Becca Silvius and David Sivak all knocking it out of the park in this production. They’ve been working hard in recent weeks to perfect the show for everyone to en-

joy under the watchful eye of stage manager and technical director Cyndy Silvius.

Directed by Melinda Lewsaw, this witty musical revue tackles modern love in all its forms, from the perils and pitfalls of the first date to marriage, children, and the twilight years of life.

“I fell in love with this hilarious and touching musical when I was in my early 20s and then had the opportunity to perform it about 8 years ago,” says Melinda Lewsaw. “Since the day I took my final bow, I have been waiting for the right time and place to stage it again, and what better time and place than now and at The Bank Theatre and with a phenomenal cast to boot!”

“We’re thrilled to have the fabulous Melinda Lewsaw directing on The Bank Theatre stage,” added Chair of the Theatre Committee Corey Robertson. “A proven, and well-established comedic

actress, her Bank Theatre directorial debut is a most welcomed one.”

“This is a show that almost everyone can watch and say, Yes! That is me! I’ve been there,” said

Lewsaw.

The production runs March 3, 4, 10 and 11 with shows at 7:30 pm and March 5 and 12 with shows at 2:30 pm.

Tickets are $20 plus

HST and can be purchased at the Box Office Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 am - 1 pm, at the door the night of the event (30 minutes before show time) or online at

banktheatre.com

The show’s book and lyrics are by Joe DiPietro with music by Jimmy Roberts and presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

Leamington lays 88 charges upon 12 greenhouses

As a result of an ongoing investigation of Leamington greenhouse owners who have been operating in contravention of the Municipality of Leamington’s Greenhouse Light Abatement By-law, the municipality has laid 88 charges under Part III of the Provincial Offences Act upon 12 individual Leamington greenhouse owners.

At its meeting held June 14, 2022, Leamington Council passed the current Greenhouse Light Abatement By-law, being By-law 41-22.

The Municipality of Leamington’s Greenhouse Light Abatement By-law requires owners of green-

houses utilizing lights to have installed and keep closed, sidewall and endwall curtains from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Those greenhouse owners who had not already installed curtains on the greenhouse ceiling were required to submit evidence that the owner would be able to install ceiling curtains on or before October 1, 2023. Alternatively, owners could submit a declaration that the greenhouse lights would be shut off and remain off.

The date on which either of these documents was required to be submitted was October 1, 2022. Only two owners

submitted evidence related to a planned ceiling curtain installation. No owners submitted a declaration that lights would be shut off and remain off.

Since November 2022, Leamington by-law enforcement officers have engaged in a patrol of the municipality for the purpose of gathering evidence of greenhouse owners operating in contravention of the by-law.

As a result of this ongoing investigation, by-law enforcement officers have laid 88 charges under Part III of the Provincial Offences Act upon 12 individual greenhouse owners.

The charges reflect nu-

merous contraventions across many calendar days. It is important to note that the matters will not be heard by the courts for a number of months.

In the interim, investigations will continue and further proceedings are pending.

“It is unfortunate that several greenhouse owners continue to be in violation of our by-law, particularly those greenhouse owners with whom the municipality settled previous proceedings,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “We are hopeful that in most cases, compliance will be achieved within a reasonable amount of time.”

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THE HENRY COLLECTION: Municipality of Leamington

A unique display of artwork and artifacts collected from all around the world by The Henry Family.

SPRING STUDIO CLEAR OUT EXHIBIT

Amazing clear out deals on original and one of a kind works of art. Don’t miss this once a year chance to purchase art at discounted prices!

FIGURES: Mattia Lapa

Lapa, a Leamington resident, adapted figure studies into large scale oin on canvas paintings representing movement, vitality and the beauty of live models.

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MARCH BREAK ART CAMP

March 13-17. Various sessions for ages 4-8 & 9-14. Register online today at leamingtonartscentre.com/youth-learning

JURIED STUDENT ART SHOW: 25th Annual

Open to all Secondary Students from across Essex County with NO ENTRY FEE. $2000 in CASH PRIZES across 8 categories. Sponsored by Rotary Club of Leamington & Kiwanis Club. Deadline to enter: Sunday, March 26, 3pm

ARTS @ the MARINA: call for exhibitors

July 1 & 2. Be part of one of the regions oldest and most widely acclaimed fine arts & crafts shows. Open to all forms of arts and crafts, food and beverage vendors. Spots fill up quickly, apply today on our website at leamingtonartscentre.com/arts-at-the-marina

Four of the cast members of I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change rehearse a scene on The Bank Theatre stage on Monday, February 27. From left are Madison Hamm, Melinda Lewsaw, Brett Hallick and David Sivak. SUN photo

Longwood to Lakeshore Project

Notice of Commencement of Terms of Reference and Invitation to Community Open Houses

Hydro One is initiating a Comprehensive Environmental Assessment (EA)1 for the Longwood to Lakeshore Project for two new single-circuit 500 kilovolt (kV) transmission lines between the Longwood Transformer Station (TS) located in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc and the Lakeshore TS in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

With energy demand in the region anticipated to quadruple by 2035, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has identified the need for the first transmission line to be in-service by 2030 through their long-term planning. With such significant growth, the government of Ontario has advised Hydro One to concurrently conduct early development work on the second transmission line while the IESO further assesses the future energy needs of the region. This will allow for more efficient planning, as well as more meaningful and transparent consultation with Indigenous communities, residents, municipalities, and stakeholders.

Hydro One is committed to energizing life for communities, residents, and businesses in southwestern Ontario. For over 100 years, we’ve been powering the region and we will continue to provide safe and reliable power where and when it’s needed. This proposed project is part of a comprehensive network of electricity infrastructure in the southwest that will provide many regional benefits including: improved resiliency and reliability, economic growth and investments, and support for local food supply and security. For more information on all projects taking place in the region, you can visit HydroOne.com/Projects.

The Comprehensive EA Process

This Comprehensive EA1 will be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. The EA process ensures that potential natural, economic, social, and cultural effects are thoroughly considered before a project begins.

The first step of the Comprehensive EA1 process is the preparation of a Terms of Reference (ToR), which sets out the framework and workplan for addressing the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act requirements when preparing the EA. This includes outlining the studies and consultation activities to be completed, along with identifying alternative routes for the new lines within the study area, shown on the included map. Important aspects of the EA process include assessing potential effects of the new transmission lines, determining measures to avoid or mitigate these effects, and evaluating the alternative routes to select the preferred route for each line.

The anticipated submission date for the ToR is early 2024. A draft ToR will be made available for review prior to its final submission to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks for review and decision. If approved by the Minister, the ToR will provide the framework and requirements for the preparation of the EA.

We Want to Hear From You

Early, meaningful and open engagement is a top priority for Hydro One. We are hosting several engagement opportunities for Indigenous communities, residents, businesses, stakeholder groups, government agencies and other interested parties to speak with the project team, to learn more and share feedback. We encourage you to attend the upcoming open houses to get involved.

For more information, please visit HydroOne.com/Longwood-to-Lakeshore

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Time to ‘Turn The Page’ toward birthday 150

With the announcement during budget deliberations that the Municipality of Leamington has begun planning for the town’s 150th birthday celebration next year, I can’t help but feel old remembering the 100th birthday celebration held in 1974.

I was 13 that summer and had freshly moved to town from my rural abode, so the parade and other things that went on that summer were all new to me but I remember the spectacle of the parade and watched in amazement as the bed races took place on Talbot Street, thinking that would be an ongoing thing in uptown Leamington.

Sadly, no beds have been raced in the uptown area since that hot summer day in 1974, but there is renewed hope on

the horizon for bed race enthusiasts.

Let’s hope that the town takes a page out of the 1974 playbook, which was in big part a credit to the late Jim Reid and his committee — made up of many local Leamington supporters and promoters.

Thinking back to that celebration, so many things happened that were firsts for Leamington and among those were two concerts that many people here have fond memories of.

The younger crowd were wowed by a young rising star named Bob Seger as he filled the old Leamington Arena with tons of screaming fans.

Little did we know at the time that Leamington-born

CKLW music producer Rosalie Trombley had a hand in the

success of the Michigan rocker, but he already had hits on the charts like Ramblin’ Gamblin’ Man, Heavy Music and Turn the Page.

The older crowd attended the arena for a different type of concert and that was world-renowned comedian and impressionist Rich Little.

Little, who was born in Ottawa in 1938, entertained the audience with his vast list of impressions of the day — from Richard Nixon to Jack Benny and beyond.

Little was already a household name in the U.S. by the time he played Leamington and just got even bigger after that.

He is still alive, so wouldn’t it be cool to have him back (if he’s able) to make us laugh again.

and other musings

In fact, wouldn’t it be cool to have Bob Seger play again as well.

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

Mark Ribble

Of all of the things being held at the Highbury Arena from hockey games to the occasional circus or conference, wouldn’t it be nice to fill that seating up for a concert or two.

I’ve also heard rumblings that there may be an effort to rejuvenate the big tomato for the 150th celebration, which would be a feather in the cap of this current council and administration.

The local residents love that landmark and have very mixed emotions about its future.

I’d like to go a step further and offer an idea that I think I’ve mentioned before — a Retrofest.

As someone who is a true

What is this man holding up? THE

This 1947 Ford 2-door sedan was slowly sinking into the ground in a wrecking yard in eastern Ontario in 1997. The hood and headlights are gone as well as the passenger side parking light.

Someone had installed a chrome-plated air cleaner on the carburetor to dress up the engine compartment. Maybe that was the same person who painted the inside sun visors a bright turquoise. My friend Vern Kipp found one lying on what was left of the front seat and is holding it up

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nostalgia lover, I’d love to see the town take a step back in time for this celebration and the possibilities are certainly endless.

We already have a signature music celebration in the Hogs for Hospice weekend, but I’m wondering if we could have an Elvis Festival or something similar to capture the essence of the 150th birthday.

Classic cars, bands and other things could play into a very eventful week. Just a thought to those of you at the town who may have some say in the situation.

And don’t forget the bed races. We will need the bed races.

OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

for your viewing pleasure. The other sun visor had disappeared.

Seventy-five years ago, this car was brand new when it rolled off the Ford of Canada assembly line in Windsor. New cars were in big demand right after the war, and the first owner of this car might have waited a full year before it arrived at the local dealership.

Maybe Henry Ford was

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still alive when this car reached its first owner. He died April 7, 1947 by the light of a coal oil lamp during a power failure. How ironic the man who put the world on wheels passed away by the same illumination that welcomed him into the world when he was born on a Michigan farm in 1863. Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca

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M.D. BENNIE PINK SHIRT DAY

The staff and students at Margaret D. Bennie Public School took on the annual Pink Shirt Day with open arms and open minds on Wednesday, February 22. The annual campaign to combat bullying was held at many schools throughout the district and the MDB students held a special anti-bullying assembly in the school’s gymnasium under the direction of International Baccalaureate Coordinator Sherry Wiper. In the photo on the left, Kindergarten teacher Nicole Pezzotti, left, poses with students Aiden Soltani (Gr. 2), Wyatt Wilson (Gr. 2), Isabella Smith (Gr. 2), Sneha Darjee (Gr. 1), Limar Alkharrat (Gr. 6) and Ms. Sherry Wiper. Above, many students gathered on the stage in the gym to display their pink shirts and apparel in support of the initiative. Sun photos

Until March 4, 2023

LDSS STUDENTS BRING SECOND LIFE TO THRIFT APPAREL

In a collaboration between International Baccalaureate students from Leamington District Secondary School and Thrift on Mill, a student fashion show utilizing previously owned clothing took place in the school’s atrium on February 24. The show served both as a kick off to a month-long clothing drive and a tangible culmination to an educational blitz about the environmental impact of the textile industry. Christina Neufeld, who served as master of ceremonies for the show, indicated that all donated clothing will be distributed to Thrift on Mill and would provide an opportunity for local students to buy clothing that is both affordable and better for the environment. From left, Teandra Codling and Brooke Dominguez walked the LDSS runway sporting fashions from Thrift on Mill. In the photo on the right, LDSS student fashion show organizers, from left, Neil Kaufmann, Christina Neufeld, Ben Margerison, Cindy Epp of Thrift on Mill, IB CAS coordinator Mrs. Klemens, Jana Abou Hassan and Bisma Tariq. SUN photo by Paul Forman

Happy 90th Birthday HAROLD ENNS

March 2, 2023

We appreciate all the calls, cards, e-mails, flowers and charitable donations following Ryan’s death.

Thank you for your love and support.

The Wachhaus and Nurse Families

Gilbert Martin

September

With Love & Best Wishes, Laurie & Tim, Scott & Paula, Mallory, Cameron & Rachael

eleanor Martin

In Loving Memory of our Dear Mom and Baba

Christina (tena)

Myronyk

Who passed away March 5, 2009

The world changes from year to year, Our lives from day to day, The loving memory of you, Shall never fade away. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, Though we cannot see you, You are always by our side. Forever in Our Hearts, Mary Ann & Larry Rose & Herman Theresa & Wayne Jon, grandkids & their families

In Loving Memory of our Mom

Verna Wilson

Who peacefully left us March 6, 2013

In Loving Memory of RobeRt

June 27, 1930 – March 4, 2022 Loved and Remembered Always by Shirley and Family

Mom, even though you’re not with us, You’re right here in our hearts.

Love Your Family

ICE STORM WREAKS HAVOC ON HOMES, RESIDENTS

SUN PHOTOS BY Deanna Bertrand, Greg Coulter, Paul Forman, Rylee Wallace and Mark Ribble

Kingsville home with roof damage.

Entrance to Point Pelee National Park.

Wheatley transformer on the ground.

Wheatley back yard tree loss.

Leamington home with auto damage.

Corner of Oak Street East and Plumbrook Drive, Leamington.

Uprooted evergreen at Erie Shores Golf and Country Club.

Birch tree damage in Wheatley.

The clean-up begins on Talbot Street West, Leamington.

Leamington tree damage.

Richard Mark Briggs

Richard Mark Briggs passed away suddenly on Friday, February 10, 2023.

Missing him deeply is the love of his life, his beloved spouse Brenda. Also dearly missing him is his fur baby, Rose Marie. Richard is the much-loved brother of Dave Cracknell (Sara), Randy Cracknell (Kim), Lori Gregoul, Reg Cracknell (Linda), and Denise Briggs-Brown (Marlon). Proud uncle of Cody Briggs and Vanessa Briggs (Justin). Dear nephew to Pauline Bernik and David Bernik. Richard was predeceased by his parents, Joyce Bernik (Wayne Cracknell) and Donald Briggs, his in-laws Barb and Ken Alderton, as well as his grandparents Marie and Paul Bernik. Richard is also deeply missed by best friend Aaron (Angel), and the Copogna family.

Richard was full of passion. Anything and everything to do with trucks, Richard was the guy. He worked hard as a truck driver for Copogna Flowers, and for many years created truck model kits. Richard left a mark on everyone and will forever be missed by his family and friends.

Family and friends will be received at the Kingsville Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 (145 Division St S, Kingsville, ON N9Y 1P5) on Sunday, March 12, 2023, between 2:004:30 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to Kendrick Funeral Home, Kingsville.

If so desired, flowers can be delivered to the Legion after 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

In kindness, memorial donations can be made to the Windsor/Essex Humane Society, 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor, ON N8W 5V8.

Condolences can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com

Susie Driedger

Susie Driedger (nee Hildebrandt) passed away peacefully with family beside her on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at the age of 95.

Beloved wife of the late Henry (1996). She was a wonderful, loving mother to Robert (Kathy), Karl (Alyson), Ernie (Esther) and Paul (Stephanie). Cherished Oma to Daryl (Karen), Tyler (Tricia), Kim (Dave), Emily (Bill), Michael (Adrienne), Meghan (Ryan), David (Gina), Kris (Twila), Tricia (Jeff), Jenny (Kevin), Alannah (Justin) and Lauren, and Great-Oma to 23 great-grandchildren. Susie is survived by brothers George Hildebrandt (late Irma) and Henry Hildebrandt (late Betty), and many nieces and nephews.

Married in 1950, Henry and Susie began their married life together in Red Deer, AB. From there they moved to Leamington where they raised their four sons. Here Susie opened a business working as a seamstress from their home. She continued to enjoy sewing and quilting into her retirement, making many beautiful quilts for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also loved to serve her family by cooking meals and baking delicious treats for them to enjoy as they gathered in her home.

We are grateful for the compassionate care Mom/Oma received while in the Leamington Mennonite Home. A special thanks for the extra support our family received from staff as we spent her last days by her side.

Visitation is at the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East, Leamington, on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 5-8 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Susie’s life will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Leamington United Mennonite Church at 2:00 p.m. A private interment will be held.

In memory of Susie, donations can be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home or Mennonite Central Committee.

Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631) entrusted with arrangements.

Wheatley Legion news

There was a good crowd out February 24 for Wheatley Legion Friday Night Fun Darts, hosted by Kingsville Legion.

The following wins were posted: Laura Smith, Ben Balter, Cookie Klooster, Jim McClellan (6 wins); Karin Kingswood, Bonnie Evoy, Neil Handspiker

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March 01, 2023

(5); Michele K., Mike McCarthy, Gord Crook (5); Sherry Chambers, Lynn Scott, Richard Howe (5); JoAnne Smith, Julie Reid, Larry Evoy (4); Amy Kendall, Terry Marentette, John Balkwill (2); Jean Teylouni, Sue Breen, Dave Leili (1); Luanne Richmond, Brad Breen, Doug

Stevenson (0). Lady doublers were Bonnie, Sherry and Sue.

The Meat Draws were run by Legion President Dick Whittle on Saturday, February 25. Julie Reid was the luckiest, winning three packages. Other winners were Val Church, Elaine Harron, Bill Hyatt, Bruno Langeman, Teresa Grieve, Michelle Ker-

schauffer and Darlene Dundas. Jessica Brown won the Ladies Auxiliary Draw.

Mark your calendar: The Beaup and Turk St. Patrick’s Day meat draws will be run by Roberta Dibbley and Sandy Wolfe on March 18. Don the “green” and join in for a fun day with lots of prizes and surprises!

Odour detected in Wheatley

Southpoint Sun

$200 plus $26 HST = $226

Station #20 Wheatley of Chatham-Kent Fire responded to a report of a smell of gas around Talbot and Erie Street in Wheatley. The call came in just after 10 pm on Sunday, February 26.

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Integrated, attended the area and after investigation found zero readings.

Crews, along with HSE

Crews conducted a check of the gas meters in the downtown core and contacted Enbridge after a minor natural gas leak was identified. Upon ar-

Colleen Bickford

October 11, 1959 – February 24, 2023

Colleen Bickford on Friday, February 24, 2023. Loving wife of Lennard for 43 years. Proud mother of David (Kait) and Red Barron. Loving grandma to grand-dog Winnie. Survived by her mother Dianne, uncle Don and aunt Monika. Predeceased by her father Ed (2010). Colleen will be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends, extended family and colleagues. As per Colleen’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

A celebration of life will be held at Colasanti’s on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made online or by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice.

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Robert Edmund Loop

March 01, 2023

rival, Enbridge conducted repairs on the gas meter.

“We commend the community for taking the right steps to call when a gas odour is detected, keeping safety top of mind,” said Brian Chauvin, Windsor-Essex/Chatham-Kent

Operations Manager. “Free emergency response is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling our emergency number at 1-866-763-5427 or 911 from a safe distance away from the leak – never assume someone else has called.

Alda Mota

Alda Mota, 91 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023.

Beloved wife of husband Januario Mota (2007). Loving mother of Elizabeth (Ben) and Baltazar (Angie). Grandma to Kyra. Dear sister of Maria (Evaristo) Resendes. Predeceased by sister Zelia (2020) and brother-in-law João Tavares. Will be missed all nieces, nephews, friends and extended family in Azores, Portugal, Canada and USA.

Special thank you to the staff at Chartwell Royal Oak and Erie Shores HealthCare.

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Funeral Mass celebrating Alda’s life was held at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Monday February 27, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Erie Memorial Gardens.

If desired, memorial donations may be made online or by cheque to Erie Shores HealthCare.

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Words of comfort and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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March 12, 1939 – February 24, 2023

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Robert Edmund “Bob” Loop: A limb has fallen from the family tree. Remember the best times. The good life was lived, while I was strong.

Bob was born in Leamington. Son of the late Ed and Bernice (Hartford) Loop. Brother of the late Noreen Loop. Survived by his dear wife Irene (Tabaček) Loop, their children Mark and Ann (Loop) Sabga, his grandchildren Emily and Quinton Loop and Benjamin Sabga, his nieces Sandra, Janis, Susan and Jane, and nephew Tom Sojak. Bob loved all of his cousins and their families very much. Bob was predeceased by his parents-in-law Urban and Sofi Tabaček, brotherin-law Tom (Irene) Tabaček and sister-in-law Mary Sojak (John).

Bob worked and retired from the Federal Government Department of Agriculture after 34 years.

A Private Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church in Blenheim. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Blenheim. Arrangements entrusted to McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park St., Blenheim.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Bob to the Parkinson Society (Research) or St. Francis Friary, Blenheim.

Chuck Corlett

It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother and uncle, Chuck Corlett, on Friday, February 24, 2023, at the age of 45 years.

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Loving son of Mary Jo Zack and husband Glenn. Adored brother of Angie Seili (Rich) and Katie Zack (Logan). World’s best uncle to Chloe and Rowen. Sadly missed by Lena “Baba” Zack, special friend Christan, his many aunts, uncles and cousins from the Chute, Corlett and Zack families, and his many friends and coworkers. Also remembered by Ken, Jessica and Joe.

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Chuck was a gentle giant, often referred to as a “Big Teddy Bear”. His niece and nephew liked to say they had their own personal jungle gym as they climbed all over him. Family and friends will gather at Kendrick Funeral Home (17 Little St. S., Wheatley, ON) on Friday, March 3, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m.

A Celebration of Chuck’s life will take place at a later date.

If you wish, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Heart and Stroke Foundation Canada, 1200-2300 Yonge Street, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

NOW HIRING: LOCAL AZ DRIVER

•Minimum 3 years driving experience

•Conduct local pickups and deliveries

•Weekend availability

•Salary $25 an hour

EXPERIENCED DIESEL MECHANIC

•Operating heavy equipment

•Diagnose problems and make required repairs and adjustments.

•Experience and knowledge with commercial truck repair

•Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services.

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15.50/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: careers@pinnacle-acres.com No experience or education required. de4-tf

IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519825-7245. ja6-tf

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-825-7698. tf

ZEN PETS GROOMINGCPPS Certified Groomer in Leamington. 14 years experience. For all your pet grooming needs, please call or text 519-564-9620 or message me on Facebook. COVID-19 certified & compliant. mr1-tfn

INCOME TAX

CONFIDENTIAL

PREPARATION OF personal, senior and farm income tax returns. Regular or E-filing. Pickup and delivery as well as contact free service available. Over 35 year’s experience. Call Tim Mousseau 519-9752414 or toll free 1-855-9752414. fe1-ap19

WANTED

LOOKING TO BUY OLDER GIBSON OR FENDER GUITAR. Call or text 519567-4446. ja19-tfn

FOR RENT

LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT APARTMENTS

Upscale and affordable apartments for rent in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building, overlooking Leamington Marina and Park. Minutes from the beach. Amenities include:

•Library and social rooms

•Coin-less Laundry

•Beautiful lobby

•Underground parking available

•Outdoor balconies with water or city views

•FREE utilities

•Secured access and 24-7 onsite management Call Mike & Kevin for leasing information 519-326-8819 or visit www.ska-apartmentrentals.com

WANTED

LOOKING FOR AN ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR that someone can donate or I can purchase for a reasonable price. Can’t afford to pay much. Call Pat 519-733-3837. mr1-8

SELLING YOUR GOLD JEWELRY + COINS? Please read !! I did not recently send a colored brochure to your home. Before you sell take the time to get a second opinion ( My offer is often double - we have satisfied customers not costly coloured brochures. Free estimates no obligation. Thursday, March 2 at Unico Centre, 37 Beech St. Kingsville. Paying top dollar gold, sliver jewelry, all coins, Canada USA World, free estimates, private appointments available – All windup pocket and wrist watches old paper money, stamp collections. House calls also available Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 55 years Exp. 519818-1805. feb22-mar1

NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

All persons having claims against the estate of Amelia Tofflemire (also known as Emilia Tofflemire, also known as Millie Tofflemire), late of the Municipality of Leamington, County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Deceased, who died on or about the 28th day of September, 2022, are required to send particulars thereof to the undersigned Solicitor before the 15th day of March 2023, after which date the assets will be distributed to the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to those claims received.

DATED at Essex, Ontario this 7th day of February, 2023.

MCGREGOR, SIMS, SCHMORANZ PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

13 King Street West P.O. Box 279 Harrow, Ontario N0R 1G0

Peggy E. Golden Solicitor for Estate Trustee with a Will

taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse. Please apply at: careers@tilray.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 2000 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Take a few deep breaths before forging ahead with a plan that you have in mind, Aries. You might need to think things through a little more in the days to come.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, when a new opportunity arises, you may feel like a fish out of water until you get into a routine. After that learning period, things will come more easily.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, do not wait around for change to come. Sometimes you have to get the ball rolling yourself. Put plans in motion and figure out who will join you.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, right now is a big waiting game, and that could have you feeling a bit frustrated. If you are ready for action, take on a hobby or something else to stay busy.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you may get wind that others are talking about you when you are not around. Remember that all publicity is good publicity. You’re on their minds and that’s important.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, after a few tumultuous months, you finally get into a groove and forge a new path for yourself. You may be surprised by what comes your way.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

You may joke about something that someone else takes very seriously, Libra. Be careful with your words to avoid offending someone you care about.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You may have a lot of ideas, Scorpio, but it is essential to figure out funding if those plans are to be put in motion. This includes home improvements.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, it’s time to embrace your love of culture, as you need to start pushing the creative side rather than the analytical one. Visit a museum when time permits.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Opportunity awaits if you know where to look, Capricorn. A new business venture could be right around the corner. Start thinking of ways to get involved.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, big project is finished and you could not be happier. That pressure may have been weighing you down and now you have more free time.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, your own mind could be your only obstacle this week. Clear this mental hurdle and enjoy the challenges ahead.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

FEBRUARY 26 - CL, Rapper (32)

FEBRUARY 27 - Josh Groban, Singer (42)

FEBRUARY 28 - Luka Doncic, Athlete (24)

MARCH 1 - Justin Bieber, Singer (29)

MARCH 2 - Daniel Craig, Actor (55)

MARCH 3 - Camila Cabello, Singer (26)

MARCH 4 - Jeff Bhasker, Producer (49)

WORD SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to employees.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8

FRIDAY, MARCH 10 BROADWAY HITS FROM CHARLOTTE KNIGHT AND THE WINDSOR SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at 7:30 pm at Uni-Fab, 477 Hwy 77 in Leamington. Songs from Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, South Pacific and more! Tickets call 519973-1238 or visit windsorsymphony.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 12

THE ESSEX COUNTY NATURALISTS provide opportunities to observe nature alongside members keen to impart their knowledge at what the group calls "Pop-Ups". Next pop-up is Sun. Mar. 12 from 12:30-2:30 pm at Malden Park. All are welcome.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

ST. PATTY’S DINNER - $15 per person. Doors open at 5 pm, Dinner Buffet from 5:30-7, Trivia at 7:30. Location: Essex Masonic Temple, 30 Laird Ave., Essex. Hosted by Parvaim-Central Masonic Lodge & Erie Chapter Order of Eastern Star.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET 7:00 p.m. at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Speaker: Rachel Windsor from Point Pelee. Topic: plants, invasives and restoration. All are welcome for an evening or horticultural fun and fellowship. Info: Charlie Wright 519-324-5412.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19

ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETS at 1:30 p.m. for a Restrepia Workshop. Hands-on experience with a choice of plant to mount ($5 for supplies) at St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave., Oldcastle. Refreshments served. Visitors and new members welcome.

ONGOING

GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet every Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 to register or call Cliff at 519-816-5449.

STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH?

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

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE at 108 Talbot St. E.

In Wheatley is hosting free one-on-one Tech Support sessions each Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bring your phones, tablets, iPads and questions!

INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.

DO-IN - Join us for this lovely gentle practice with Anne Robinson, Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. Learn to use pressure, tapping, breathng, stretching and self-massage for vital organ fiunctions and better health. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings: March 1, 15, 29 and April 12, 26. 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.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145

Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12 noon.

519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING

CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYSappointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome

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

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

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

TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am to

11:00 am. Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners. No registration required.

RUMMIKUB CLUB - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 10:00 am.

Come learn and play this fun game for 2-4 players that combines rummy and mahjong. No registration required.

GUITAR WELLNESS - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 4:00 to

5:00 pm. Guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. Group session. No registration required.

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

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

PLAY THE UKULELE WITH LIONEL KNIGHTS - Every Thursday from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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 519-3989645 for more info.

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

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.

PUZZLES AND GAMES - Thursdays - Rummikub Club 10 am - 12 pm. Puzzle station 9 am - 12 pm. Scrabble, checkers and more. At Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N.

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.

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.

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

Memories

of... Kingsville, Leamington and Whea ey

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society

Dusting off the memories

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

1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post February 27, 1985

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

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

Photo of the Kingsville Co-op on Mill Street East being shovelled out, date unknown. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com

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

At Monday’s meeting, Leamington council announced the hiring of Richard Atkin as recreation director. Atkin, 37, is currently a community centre director with the City of Windsor. His official title here will be Director of Community Services. Atkin was first offered the job in January but declined due to the size of the job, because council was looking for one person to oversee all recreation facilities for the town. Last week, council agreed to hire a separate sports complex manager. He begins his duties April 1.

At a special meeting of council Monday, Leamington council agreed it would order weightlifting equipment worth a total of $63,000 and gymnasium equipment with $48,000 for the Kinsmen Club as it works to provide equipment for the Frank T. Sherk Sports Complex.

Shawn Renaud, Rob McMullin, Aaron Hickmott (stick boy), Dave Hickmott (manager), Trent Melton, Jason Brennan, Jeff Woodiwiss, Jason Leili, Tige Melton, Scott Connelly, Jason Feyko, Mark Bruner, Jamie Farias, Shane Wilson, Chris Bishop and Keith Pickard.

Dan Nadasdi of Kingsville was named the Treasurer of the St. Clair College student body recently. Just under 20 per cent of the school voted, which is consistent with last year and Dan received about 60 per cent of that vote.

The St. John de Brebeuf Boys Basketball team won the Cavaliers Invitational held on the weekend at KDHS. Team members are John Iatonna, Andre Charette, Emanuele Butera, Ray DesJardin, Jamie Farias, Jason Brown, Tripp Militz, Maury Rondelez, Jim O’Brien, Brad Brouwer, Ken Crtichlow, Paul Leili and Pete Martin.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

Leamington Advance Produce Wings came to the end of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association Bantam CC playoffs during the weekend. After eliminating Essex in the first round of OMHA competition, the Wings ran into a goal hungry Dresden club and bowed out of the best-of-three series in straight games. Dresden clobbered Leamington 13-2 in the series opener here on Friday and then won the series with a 4-2 victory on Saturday. Gary Wigle and Jamie DiNiro scored for Leamington in the blowout game and then again in the 4-2 loss.

From the Wheatley Journal

February 27, 1985

A real live princess visited Romney Central School on Wednesday of last week. She is Miss Mary Atkinson, who was chosen to be the Ontario Dairy Princess at the Canadian National Exhibition on August 29, 1984. The 22-yearold is now on a tour of schools in Kent County. Lucky students who met with her included James Jackson and Helen Sawatzky, along with their teacher, Mary Lou Pardo.

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

Reconstruction of a Leamington separate elementary school damaged by a major fire last month will include redesigning, school board trustees agreed last week. Instead of rebuilding the original floor plan of St. Louis School, which once provided open concept classes, individual classrooms will be built. The redesign work will add as much as $100,000 to the cost of reconstruction. Damage from the fire was estimated between $750,000 and $900,000, which is believed to have started in the roof insulation. The school will have 23 classrooms when finished.

From the Kingsville Reporter February 27, 1985

The Kinsmen-sponsored Peewee hockey team from Kingsville-Gosfield South has advanced to the Ontario championships. With successive wins over Blenheim, Tilbury, Petrolia, Listowel and Burford and a final record of 11-2, the boys will now face Napanee in the final. Team members are Neil Quick (coach), Larry Merritt (assistant coach), Jeff Quenneville, Ryan Meritt,

Early Saturday morning, the Lemon Tree gift and flower shop was entered and jewellery was stolen. The thieves were spooked and departed early, taking only a portion of the jewellery in the store.

Miss Bonnie Jackson, who has been an amateur skating coach with the Wheatley Area Figure Skating Club for several years, was honoured at the club’s annual skating carnival on Saturday. She was presented with the annual award in memory of Marilyn Hannigan-Lamb, who worked tirelessly for the club. Melanie McClean helped present the award along with Marilyn’s two sons Darrick and Darryn.

The Wheatley Omstead Midgets downed Glencoe 4-2 Sunday in Wheatley to advance to the next round of OMHA playdowns. Glencoe won the first game in Wheatley before Wheatley took the next one to tie the series. Sunday, the locals finished off their foes on the strength of goals by Dean Mifflin, Ben DeMelo, Mike Wales and Dwayne Dawson. Jamie Kaiser got the win in goal.

March 1993 - When you land that big trophy fish or bring home a monster bull moose, Wayne Dibbley and Kevin Clark at the “Touch of Life” taxidermy studio will be ready to help reserve the memory. The business will be located in the Wheatley Flea Market at Bowman Feeds. The craftsmanship used in the birds and fish mounted in the display is truly lifelike. Wayne (left) studied in the United States and became university certified and licensed as a taxidermist. Kevin is also going to pursue the trade.

March 20, 1990 - The entrance way to the campgrounds at Seacliff Park as they looked in March 1990 when the town of Leamington officially closed the campground site and designated it as space for future development.

Will face Sarnia in playoffs

Flyers clinch first place despite losses to St. Thomas

By C. Scott Holland

Playing a lower seeded team three times in the space of a week is not easy and for the Leamington Flyers, the St. Thomas Stars have become a thorn in their side as they seek to solidify first-place.

It was hard enough getting past the Stars on Family Day and yet on a night when the team’s grads were honoured prior to the contest, the Flyers were handed a 5-1 defeat. The loss complicated the top of the West Division standings and first-round playoff opponents are still unknown.

For the 758 fans in attendance, the contest’s outcome was a letdown. Flyers’ starting goalie Boe Piroski may have suffered one of the worst defeats of his junior career. He made 13 saves of the 18 shots he faced. The Stars’ Connor Brandford halted 35 of 36.

“We stunk from the

drop of the puck,” said coach Dale Mitchell. “I really hope this is a oneoff before we head into playoffs. We have two big games to correct ourselves.”

The Stars and Flyers were scoreless until the final minute of the opening period when Andrew Seminara put the first puck past Piroski. The Flyers outshot the Stars 11-4 in the first.

In the second, it appeared as though the Flyers’ offense might breakthrough the armour of St. Thomas starter Connor Bradford.

Nick Mahy and Hayden Reid set up Connor MacPherson who popped a shot past Bradford. That was the only tally Bradford would allow.

Two Flyers’ penalties — one to Cody Brekke and another to Koen Taves — gave the Stars all the momentum they would

need as they broke the 1-1 deadlock and notched two powerplay goals and grabbed a 3-1 lead by the end of the second.

The Flyers’ offense had no problem penetrating the Stars’ zone but Bradford either denied them or they wasted some scoring chances.

The Stars added two more goals in the third to ice the victory.

The Flyers defense battled hard on Friday night in St. Marys and got some timely offense as they gained a precious two points from a 4-3 victory. Scoring for the Flyers were Connor MacPherson with a hattrick and Griffin Grundner.

On Sunday the Flyers played their final game at St. Thomas and lost 5-1 despite pounding 41 shots at starter Connor Bradford. Flyers’ starter Boe Piroski made 20 saves.

The lone Flyers’ marker

came in the last second of the second period when Adrian Bosev’s tally broke the shutout. Fortunately the game was meaningless other than serving as a prep for playoffs. Leam-

ington secured first-place Saturday when their first round opponent Sarnia beat London 4-3.

The first round of playoffs will see Sarnia meet Leamington, St. Thomas

face London, Strathroy versus St. Marys, and Chatham against LaSalle. Playoffs for the Flyers start Thursday, March 2 at 7:10 pm in Leamington.

Sharks wrap up third place, will play Admirals in playoffs

By Greg Coulter

the playoffs. Wheatley took the regular season series five games to one, but expect a tough opponent as two of the wins were secured in overtime.

Winding down the regular season, the Sharks took care of Dresden 4-0 and 5-1 over the weekend and play their final home game tonight (March 1) against Essex.

Jak Thiessen and Kyle Greene led the scorers over the two-game sweep with two each. Singles went to Josh Chauvin, Matt Carvalho, Kristian

Pelling, Ethan Chittle and Denzel Aguilar. Jaxon Drysdale filled in for a resting Ethan Handley, handling 31 of 32 shots over both games.

The final regular season home game will honour overage veterans and their families, Matt Carvalho, Kristian Pelling and Trent Amaro, before the puck drop at 7:30.

Playoffs — a best of seven — will kick off on March 8 in Wheatley at 7:30, Amherstburg March 9, Wheatley Saturday March 11 at 4:30, Sunday March 12 Amherstburg,

Wednesday the 15th in Wheatley at 7:30, Thursday 16th Amhersburg, and game seven back in Wheatley, if necessary, on Saturday, March 18 at 4:30.

Head coach Josh Carnevale was pleased the team remained focused to lock up third place. The coaching staff is happy to have a week off before the real season starts and expects Amherstburg to seek some revenge from last year’s playoff loss, bowing out in four straight games.

The Leamington Flyers honoured their four overage players whose regular season junior careers have come to an end. A short ceremony was held prior to last Thursday night’s contest vs St. Thomas. From left are goaltender Bryce Walcarius, Cody Brekke, Owen Holmes and Thomas Grossi. Scott Holland photo

For the second year in a row, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks will square off against Amherstburg in the opening round of

From left, Kristian Pelling, Matt Carvalho and Trent Amaro are winding down their junior hockey careers as members of the Wheatley Omstead Sharks. In keeping with tradition, the Sharks organization will honour these players and their families with a centre ice ceremony prior to their last regular season home game on March 1. SUN photo by Greg Coulter

Reid commits to Colgate

Another member of the Leamington Flyers is preparing to move into Division 1 hockey.

Flyers forward Hayden Reid has committed to Colgate University.

Colgate University plays in the Eastern College Athletic Conference located in Hamilton, New York. The Raiders program has made five NCAA Frozen Four appearances, including a runner up finish in 1990.

As a 16-year-old, Reid comes into the final week of the GOJHL regular season with 16 goals and 23 assists for 39 points, which is tied for fourth on the team.

“I’m very excited to begin my collegiate career at Colgate,” Reid announces. “It feels great to commit to such an amazing school. Not only do they have a great hockey program but their academic program is excellent as well. I really want to thank the Flyers organization for everything they have done to help me reach my goals this season.”

The Clarington native joined Leamington out of main camp after two years in the Don Mills Flyers program and has had a stand-out season for a 16-yearold, being named to the GOJHL’s Future Stars Game, as well as representing the league in the MacPherson Tournament.

“It’s just an awesome story,” said Flyers head coach Dale Mitchell. “Hayden wasn’t drafted into the OHL but it nev-

Charity volleyball tournament scores big for food bank

By Paul Forman

In its 10th edition, the Annual Charity Volleyball Tournament raised over $10,000 for Leam-

ington’s Salvation Army Food Bank at four local gyms on February 25.

Karen Repko, a co-founder of this tourna-

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ment, was thrilled with this year’s turnout of 52 teams and wanted to recognize Leamington’s Domino’s Pizza along with Topline Farms for their very generous sponsorship of the event. A silent auction of donations from local businesses and canned goods brought in by the players will further benefit this year’s charity.

Kal Tire’s Jason Wall was among hundreds of local participants. “It was nice to have teams from all over the county taking part in a fun day of volleyball that helps a local cause,” he commented.

er affected him. He came in and worked really hard this year to show he is a great player and is now being rewarded for that. He’s been a pleasure to coach and will be a great contributor to the Colgate program.”

“It is not often you see a kid go from being a walk-on in training camp to becoming an instrumental part of our team and now being rewarded with a D1 commitment,” Leamington general manager Justin Solcz points out. “We are extremely proud of Hayden and we want to congratulate him and his family on this incredible achievement.”

Reid joins a growing list of Flyers to commit to an NCAA D1 University in the last three years, including Nicholas Beneteau (St. Lawrence), Ryan MacPherson (New Hampshire), Connor MacPherson (New Hampshire), Zack Borgiel (Merrimack) and Adam Jeffery (RIT).

More information can be found on the team’s social media channels, as well as www.leamingtonflyers.com.

U13s win playoff preview over Harrow

The Essex Southpoint (ESP) U13 hockey team travelled to Harrow this past weekend to face off against a potential playoff team in the Erie North Shore Storm and came away with a 7-1 win.

The first period saw both teams exchange chances. As the game went on, ESP slowly took over play and began capitalizing on their chances.

Midway through the second period, while shorthanded, Derek Dunn pounced on a loose puck in his own end and skated straight up the middle, splitting the D, and buried his wrister

low glove to open the scoring. Austin Goudie stole the puck and fed AJ Youssef, who in turn slid the puck to Nash Fuerth, who one timed it past the Storm goalie.

In the third period, Brayden Foster chipped the puck to Lucas O’Neil, who sent a pass back to Kayden Cook and he one timed his slap shot top corner to increase the lead to three.

With 8:41 left, Youssef circled back into the zone and took a shot on net.

Goudie banged at the rebound with it squirting back out to Youssef and he slapped it home. A few

minutes later, while short handed, Tyler Thomas blocked a shot at his own blue line and skated down the ice, spinning around and firing his wrist shot top shelf for the goal.

With 1:46 left, Fuerth stole the puck in the offensive zone and dipsy doodled in around the D before ripping his wrist shot low glove. With 30 seconds remaining, the puck bounced out to Cook who cut in hard to the net before jamming it in to complete the 7-1 victory.

Trent Chevalier made some timely saves to secure the win for his squad.

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Action was fast and furious in Charity Volleyball Tournament play at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre. SUN photo by Paul Forman

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Golden Years mini golf report

There were 18 hardy golfers who braved the freezing rain and slippery roads on Feb. 23 to record 32 holes-in-one at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Leading the pack with 4 holes-in-one each were Mary Binder and Bryon Walker, followed by Tom Hyatt and Andy Orsini with 3 each. Sinking 2 aces were Debbie Clinton, Bill Taylor, Bill Ward, Mike Binder, Kathy Bechard, Jamie Arquette and Tom Bondy, while single aces were recorded

by Randy Nash, Ed Middleton, Glen Bryan and Dave Labonte.

Best score over 18 holes was recorded by Bill Ward and Tom Hyatt with 37, and Randy Nash, Andy Orsini and Bryon Walker all with 38.

Top 36-hole score was Bill Ward with 74, Tom Hyatt with 77, and Randy Nash, Andy Orsini and Jamie Arquette all scoring 78.

First place was Team Aces (Debbie Clinton, Bill Taylor, Bill Ward) with a

score of 248. Second place went to Team 6 (Bryon Walker, Glen Bryan, Tom Hyatt) with a score of 252 and third place to Team 2 (Mike Binder, Kathy Bechard, Randy Nash) with a score of 254.

Play continues Mar. 2 with registration starting at 10 am and tee off at 10:30. Golfers are advised that Colasanti’s food area is now open at 9 am for those wishing to enjoy breakfast or a coffee before golf.

Leamington Bridge scores

The following are the top scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre.

Feb. 13: North/South

- 1st Bob Lee and JC Leeson, 2nd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 3rd Case Mulder and Marie Ellwood, 4th Frank Duransky and Sue Duransky, 5th George Hildebrandt and Henry Hildebrandt. East-West - 1st Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith, 2nd Al Morrison and Buddy Ellwood, 3rd Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel, 4th Sally Bell and Bob Bell, 5th Agnes Fraser and Gail Grant.

Feb. 17: North/South

- 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Marie Ellwood and Marilyn Robbins, 3rd Cathy Ribble and Frank Duransky, 4th Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash. East/West - 1st Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Case Mulder, 3rd Buddy Ellwood and Al Morrison, 4th Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire.

Feb. 20: North/South1st Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd JC Leeson and George Hildebrandt, 4th Cathie Ribble and Frank Duransky, 5th Marie Ellwood and Case Mulder. East/ West - 1st Rowe Deans

and Shirley Morel, 2nd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Sally Bell and Bob Bell, 4th Agnes Fraser and Gail Grant, 5th Al Morrison and Buddy Ellwood.

Feb. 24: North/South

- 1st Marie Ellwood and Marilyn Robbins, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Cathie Ribble and Frank Duransky, 4th Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash. East/West

- 1st Buddy Ellwood and Al Morrison, 2nd Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel, 3rd Case Mulder and Agnes Fraser, 4th Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire.

UNUSUAL FEBRUARY SIGHT

A sight more typical in summer months, a pair of wing-surfers took to the water along Seacliff Beach on Sunday, February 26 in what could be termed an unusual activity for this time of year. The lack of ice in the lake and the high offshore winds on Sunday provided the perfect setting for the activity. The wing-surfers moved along the top of the heavy waves with ease, sometimes spilling into the chilly Lake Erie waters, but popping back up on their boards quite quickly. SUN photo