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When ‘I love this bar’ is more than just a hashtag By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — When the lights go out at Leamington’s International Hotel on March 31, the end of a long era in Leamington’s social and entertainment history will be reached. The I.T., as it’s known by most, is closing its doors, with new owners set to take over April 1. Plans for the future are unknown but it’s rumoured that it will be reinvented as something different from its current version. And what it has been, is a place to call home for many of the area’s more social families. Originally a sawmill, the building at the corner of Mill Street and Erie Street South burned down in 1866 and was rebuilt as a stable and harness shop before new construction of the Leamington Hotel, which opened May 1, 1924. Later that year, the name was changed to the International Hotel. In its early days, the building also housed the first Greyhound bus stop in Leamington, where it was regaled as an elegant place with long flowing

curtains and fine meals. Over the war years, the hotel took on the nickname ‘Bucket of Blood’ due to many fights breaking out on a regular basis among customers. Locals affectionately called it the ‘Bucket’, but it was always a popular night spot in Leamington. In 1976, Joe and Terry Berthelot moved to town and purchased the hotel, which brought the hotel out of its ‘Bucket’ days and ushered in a new family-like atmosphere that patrons still enjoy today. “It’s like Cheers but only a little more hardThe I.T. staff pose for a photo with the old ‘Ladies and Escorts’ sign from days gone core,” says employee Vicki VanEvery, who’s been by. Standing from left are Edmund Medeiros, Vicky Moody, Sara Jackson, John Biekx at the I.T. for about 18 and Nelson Morin. Seated from left are Sally Hamilton, Vicki VanEvery and Kalee Wright. SUN photo years. “We’re all like family here.” wife Kim then took over ends and the welcoming “They really stepped Noel Berthelot was a until her death a year ago. atmosphere they provide up during the pandemic,” big part of his parents’ Kalee Wright, who’s to anyone who comes says Kalee Wright. “A lot management of the ho- been an employee and in off the street, but it’s of the regulars came in no tel, and upon Joe’s death manager at the I.T. for the some of their more chari- matter what, following in 2007, he took over the past 14 years, is sorry to table endeavours that the whatever rules were in reins. see it close. She’ll miss the staff is most proud of. place.” Noel ran the hotel for employees and the reguThe annual Kids ChristThe love for the regular about 10 years until his lars. mas event has been going customers and welcomsudden death in 2017. “There are so many sto- on for over 30 years. San- ing nature of the staff reNoel’s loss left the I.T. ries,” she says. “But most ta (Nick Wilhelm) and ally shines through when family reeling, but they aren’t printable in the Mrs. Claus (Julie Kenne- you sit at the I.T. bar and soldiered on, making sure newspaper.” dy) brought joy to hun- watch them go about his vision was carried The I.T. is known for its dreds of children over the their business. on in his absence. Noel’s great live music on week- years, and some of those It wasn’t that many kids are now grown up years ago that there was and working at the hotel. a women’s side and a “I remember coming to men’s side at the hotel — the Kids Christmas when as there was at many such LEAMINGTON — Barring any un- to restore Leamington’s entertainment I was a kid,” says Vicki establishments, and the foreseen health measures or drastic mainstays, such as the Summer ConVanEvery. “Now my kids staff at the I.T. still have spike in COVID cases, the Municipali- cert Series, Mill Street Markets and and grandkids are com- the sign that points to the ty of Leamington is planning a summer Canada Day celebrations. ing to it.” Ladies Entrance. of music and entertainment as seen in “We’re looking forward to a full slate The I.T. also runs a soup Vicki VanEvery talks summers prior to the pandemic. of activities,” he said. cook-off and various oth- about the ghost with the Councillor Tim Wilkinson asked the He explained that those discussions er social events like meat top hat who patrols the question at the February 22 council are ongoing, even though the town is draws and 50-50 raffles basement. meeting regarding plans for the sum- still in the process of filling the position to bring in customers and “A lot of us have seen mer of 2022 in Leamington. of events coordinator. entertain the regulars. him or experienced his Peter Neufeld, CAO for Leamington, Announcements are expected soon. And there are plenty of presence,” she says. said that “discussions are underway” regulars. See BAR - Page 2

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Although Kalee hasn’t met the ghost, she spoke about the filled-in bootlegger tunnels under the street that they believe connected the International to the Auto Stop (V.I.) at one point in time. Lorree (Parker) Pursel, whose grandparents — Lorne and Mary Stickles — were involved in the International Hotel back in the 1920s and ’30s, recalls her mother talking about hanging around the hotel as a child. “My mom remembered long navy velvet drapes that were very elegant,” she said. “It was a place that people came for a good meal.” Lorree said her mother, Dorothy Parker, often spoke about the men’s and ladies lounges and had many stories about the International in its heyday. “She often commented that we should record those stories, but we didn’t,” she said. She also talked about her mom’s memories of waiting tables in the dining room at the International and the fun that was had by all who worked there in those days. “It was a lovely place to

go for dinner,” she added. stage on Saturday, March The bar’s emergence 19. from the pandemic On their last day of enduring its last month will tertainment — Saturday, be a welcomed change for March 26 — there will be the staff. a full day of live music “Being able to open it beginning in the afterup fully before we close is noon, with acts still to be awesome,” says Wright. announced. “To have an act like Jody Kalee Wright is lookRaffoul here and not be ing forward to that final able to have 200 people party, but also has mixed really sucked.” emotions as the bar will While the pandemic has close March 31. affected all businesses, There’s an indication Kalee Wright says it has that the new owners may no bearing on the closing take on some — or all — of the business and sale of of the current staff, but the building. nothing is etched in stone. “We were lucky in that Time will tell if it reinwe had no mortgage to vents itself as the “new” take care of,” she says. I.T. or something com“Our customers, who are pletely different, but one like our family, just kept thing is for sure — the coming to support us.” month of March will be Raffoul will be on stage one heck of a party. on Saturday, March 5 to a packed house as the I.T. winds down its entertainment lineup for the final time. On March 12, South River Slim will take the stage, followed by Locked Down on St. Patrick’s The iconic International corner Day. The Ride door as it looked after renovations a will take the couple of years ago.

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Leamington looking for police contract

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — After almost a year without a policing contract, Leamington Council is looking to reconnect with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) regarding policing within the municipality. A recommendation was brought to council at the February 22 meeting, advising council to send

a notice to the Solicitor General that they’d like to open talks about a possible new contract with the OPP. The same council voted in 2019 to terminate the contract with the OPP at the time, giving the required one-year notice to the Solicitor General’s office to terminate the contract.

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LEAMINGTON — The Municipality of Leamington will pursue a dialogue with Caldwell First Nation in efforts to secure a contract between the two communities as Caldwell First Nation seeks to grow the soon-to-bestarted reservation along Bevel Line Rd. In 2020, Caldwell First Nation announced that they had been granted reserve status for the plot of land they purchased at the corner of Bevel Line and Seacliff Drive East. In early 2021, plans were announced for sustainable housing and other developments on that land. At the Leamington council meeting Tuesday, February 22, administration brought forth a recommendation for council to appoint CAO Peter Neufeld to engage in communication with Caldwell Chief and Council to maintain a positive working relationship going forward. The recommendation included entering into a contract so that both parties could move forward with plans for the reserve. After a short discussion, council approved the recommendation.

was supposed to come into effect in 2021, has been stalled and yet to be implemented, allowing Leamington to take advantage of that and enter a contract with the Solicitor General for further OPP policing. Leamington’s 2022 budget allows for about $6 million in policing costs with the OPP. Administration explained that the municipality cannot access certain grants and enhancement through the province without a contract with OPP. Councillor Paul Tiessen expressed concern that the issues still need to be

The OPP continue to police the municipality without a contract, as per Section 5.1 of the Police Services Act. An RFP issued in September 2020 produced two proposals from neighbouring police departments. Windsor Police Service and Chatham-Kent Police both submitted proposals, but the costs were too prohibitive for Leamington to accept. It is hoped that the OPP will sit down and discuss the municipality’s enhancement needs before a contract can be signed. The Community Safety and Policing Act, which

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WHEATLEY – With the easing of Covid restrictions, Wheatley Legion is resuming its Saturday afternoon meat draws. Saturday, March 19 features the annual Turk ’n Beaup St. Patrick’s Day festivities. The afternoon will be hosted by Roberta Dibbley and Sandra Wolf, daughters of the late Turk Dibbley and the late Mark Beaupre, who originated the event many years ago. This is always a fun day with lots of surprises. Due to the explosion, Wheatley Legion events are currently being held at Talbot Trail Golf Club, 790 Talbot Trail, east of Wheatley. There will be no meat draws March 5 and March 12 due to prior commitments at the golf course.

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Challenges for seniors By Martin Girash As seniors we face a double whammy or, a better metaphor from baseball, we have two strikes against us. In order to best meet the challenges we face, we must first understand the challenges. First, as seniors, our bodies do not function as well as they did when we were younger, even if we follow best practices in eating and exercise. This decline in our functioning finds itself in increased aches, pains, fatigue and stamina. Sometimes it is difficult to get out of bed, get dressed and perform the tasks of daily living. This is particularly the case if we do not follow best practices in eating and exercise and/or if we have a chronic disease or disorder. In order to avoid becoming even more sick or disordered, we must overcome the tendency to give in to the temptation to reduce our activity level. This tendency is the first strike against us as we age. We must muster the necessary energy to perform the tasks of daily living.

Research on this matter is especially clear. Once we succumb to the temptation to reduce our activity, we become even more susceptible to increased physical and mental problems. The health care system has known this for some time, as is evidenced by the expectation to get out of bed and walk as soon as possible after being hospitalized for an acute problem. It is also known by our town’s Seniors Advisory Committee, which is why we have initiated sessions at the Half Century Centre during the winter and early spring. The sessions last no more than an hour but the effort of getting out of bed, going through morning routines and coming to the venue is in itself healthy. We hope you will find the activities interesting, but even if you don’t, we urge you to join us from 10:00 to 11:00 on the first Wednesday of each month at the Half Century Centre through May. The second whammy or strike is what our entire population is facing, namely COVID restric-

tions. These restrictions especially face us with another whammy or strike as they give us an excuse not to engage in activities we need to perform if we are to be as healthy as we can be. What: Various presentations/performances by representatives from organizations in our municipality that provide heathy activities for seniors, followed by an opportunity for you to voice your needs to the committee. When: First Wednesday of each month, 10:00 to 11:00, through May. Where: Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E., Leamington, 519-3262521. If you need transportation to and from an event, contact the South Essex Community Council (519 326 8629) at least one business day before the event and they will provide it for you at no cost. So, don’t strike out! Get a hit. It need not be a home run, a single will do. Join us in our efforts to provide you with activities that will keep you as healthy as you can be.

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Time to put our differences aside for the future As we tiptoe back toward normal, I’d like to reflect on the past two years, which have been a whirlwind of hope, sadness, enlightenment and misinformation. On March 5, 2020, I attended my last concert at the Colosseum at Caesar’s Windsor, when Deb and I ventured out to see America live — one of my favourite groups from childhood. It was my birthday weekend and a friend offered to get us a room for the night, so we had a good time, despite the growing concern across the world for this new thing they called Coronavirus. Earlier that week, I had joked that anyone wanting to avoid the Coronavirus should switch their choice of cervesa to Modelo. Little did I know how terribly that joke would age. Within a week, the world came crashing to a halt and I was faced with taking on a new job without the benefit of getting my feet wet just a little before I leaped. As people in this community began to fall from Coronavirus — or as we now call it , COVID-19 — I began to see how serious this infectious disease was really going to be. This was long before the tin-foil hat brigade started talking about the Great

Reset, or the New World Order. This 2021 when we could finally was long before mask mandates, in fact. celebrate like ‘normal’ and I remember visiting my oldest son we’d have a miraculous vacand his family in late February 2020 and cine to protect us. he told me that we should stock up on Well, December 2021 came groceries, surgical masks and gloves. and we were back in the same I remember thinking, what’s got into boat as Omicron began to this kid? spread in the province, deHe was sounding like he thought this spite so many of us ‘taking virus — which at that point had barely one for the team’ and getting made it to North America — was going our vaccinations. to turn into a world-wide isIn November, my oldsue. est grandson contracted “All we are Well, here we are two COVID at school and years later, and although I saying, is give thankfully only had a did stock up a bit on grocercouple of days where ies, we had to scramble for peace a chance.” he was feeling ill. Unmasks and gloves when the he had been — John Lennon fortunately, time came about a month around all of the grandlater. parents just prior to his I always knew he was smart, but his symptoms and everyone feared the understanding — even then — of the worst. Fortunately, nobody else conthings to come, was amazing to me. tracted COVID among the family and As most folks did, we hunkered down I will always believe that because we and worked from home, then moved were all vaccinated, it helped us get back to the office, then back home, then through that situation. back to the office again. I’m not here to argue whether the With each COVID wave came gloom vaccines will prevent COVID, because and doom. it’s very obvious they do not do that, By December of that year, we were all nor were they designed to do that, but very tired but faced with another wave in our case, I stand by what I saw. that cancelled a lot of family Christmas So, fast forward to March 2022, a full celebrations. We longed for December two years after the world came to a halt.

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Three flat tires on a ’27 Chev THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk An email arrived from Leamington resident Harold Rempel: “Hi Bill. Dad’s first car was a 1927 Chev, to which I still have a part of the ownership paper. My parents lived on Pelee Island at the time and the automobile was

preowned by Mr. Albert Hoare of Scudder. I don’t know when Dad came into possession of the car but apparently it was eventually replaced by a Plymouth, maybe a ’35. “My oldest brother loved to tell the story of their first trip to Niagara Falls in the ’27 Chev. On the way to Niagara, they had three flat tires which were patched at the side of the road. While wait-

ing for the tires to be fixed, a guy on a bicycle passed them twice. Was he on his way to Niagara too? He maybe got there first!” Flat tires were an everyday occurrence years ago. Roads were littered with horseshoe nails that could chew your tires to pieces. If you kept driving on a flat, you could run the risk of inflicting damage on the wooden spokes of the wheel. Some drivers carried two

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We’ve endured 24 months of endless COVID news, restrictions and health advisories. In Windsor-Essex, we’ve lost 576 of our citizens to the disease, while in Chatham-Kent, we’ve lost about 50 residents in a far less densely populated jurisdiction. We’ve endured mandates, passports and lots of turmoil among family members. We’ve endured an occupation of our busiest border crossing and our capital city, all in the name of freedom. Now, as we look overseas at our friends and family in Ukraine, the world seems on the brink of annihilation at the hands of a madman. It’s time, ladies and gentlemen. It’s time for us to come together, put all of our sticks and stones down and be at peace with each other. My grandchildren — and yours — deserve that.

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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley

Dusting off the memories Wednesday, March 2, 2022

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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 men’s Choir and another Wheatley so-for sale as well loist in Doug Grubb, captain of the 7-0. as providing a luncheon menu. Speed From the Kingsville Reporter boat rides were available March 2, 1977 from the Cedar After three days of play last week onBeach Drug Kingsville Curling Club ice, skip EdithStore for 50 Stanley emerged as a repeat winner ofcents a ride for summer the China Nook In-Club Bonspiel “A”visitors renting flight. The bonspiel attracted 14 teamsa cabin or for cottagers not this year. The Stanley team also includ-owning a boat. ed Lee Brennan, Marg Turner and AnneThe 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 Muir. the late 1940s or early 1950s.

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post March 2, 1977 The Leamington Kinsmen Club has responded in a letter this week concerning charges by the Leamington Fair Board over the club’s proposal to move the spring harness racing meet to Windsor Raceway. Last week, a director with the Fair Board announced that the Kinsmen operation of the raceway has been terminated after five seasons. The letter stated that the Kinsmen hold a signed contract dated January 11, 1977 between them and the Fair Board agreeing to a 50 per cent split in the monies raised if the races are operated in Windsor. The Fair Board followed that up with terminating the contract and locking the Kinsmen out of the grandstand. The board plans to run the races as scheduled in Leamington without Kinsmen involvement. —— Mersea Township Council has asked Parks Canada to repair a gap in the beach along the east side of Point Pelee National Park, which it says threatens to erode a dyke along the southern boundary of the Marentette Drainage System. Local drainage commissioners are concerned that Lake Erie waves will wash into park marshes and pose a threat to the clay embankment protecting the southern flank of 700 acres of rich farmland. The dyke was first constructed in 1957. —— The fate of a proposed variety store on Oak Street East depends on an interpretation of a Leamington zoning bylaw. Alex Reid, representing the developer, told town council that his client could squeeze into the narrow confines of highway commercial zoning. The developers have already invested $100,000 into a two-unit building on the south side of Oak Street between Victoria and Ontario Streets. One unit has already been rented to an auto glass company, which is a permitted use under the zoning. Reeve John Penner and Mayor Sterling Welch both spoke against the change. —— Mary-Anne Smith of Mill Street Public School and Sharon Wiens of Queen Elizabeth both faced stiff competition in their respective age categories in the annual Legion Public Speaking contest held last week. The pair both did well and moved on to the next step in the competition later this month. Irene Goron and Karen-Ann Grolman, both of Leamington District Secondary School, won their respective categories as well. —— George McLean, a veteran fisherman from Wheatley, will be a soloist at the 43rd annual Fishermen’s Service at the Wheatley Baptist Church this Sunday. The service will also feature the Fisher-

—— In the winter of 1926, the James Phipps family of the 3rd Concession did not return after visiting Pelee Island, travelling across the ice by automobile. This photo shows a search party looking for The official grand opening of the them. placed on both sides of thecourtesy car to be used bridging gaps in the ice. Sadly, A Planks Look were at Leamington’ s Past ofin C. Scott Holland Regional Burn Unit at Met Hospital their bodies were not found until June 1926. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com in Windsor took place last week. The Honourable William G. Davis, Premier Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection of Ontario, was on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony. An open house for April 1973: members of the public will be held next Buckingham week. Real Estate 1 Year Later edged Gulliver From the Wheatley Journal Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget March 2, 1978 hockey trophy. Susan Bell of East Mersea Public At left is captain School recently won the intermediate Ken Dick who division of the Essex County Oral Comscored both munications Festival. Susan won at the goals with coach school, area and county levels with her Randy Critchlow. excellent speech about dieting. Robert Flaming and Heidi Thiessen finished second and third to Susan at East Mersea. The junior winner at East Mersea was Diane Schartner, with Heather March 1, 1994 - Downtown Leamington Business Improvement Area (BIA) honoured director Dawe and Terry King finishing second Ian Carder (right) at its annual meeting with a Certificate of Recognition. Presenting the and third. certificate (left) is chairperson Margie McKeown. —— Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 The Wheatley Jaycees held their first Clippings from the Wheatley Journal draw for the 78 Club members and Bill Hodovick was the lucky winner. Each month there will be a $100 draw. According to Jaycee president Bill Howe, the funds from the 78 Club membership will go towards construction of tennis courts to be built near the arena. —— East Mersea Public School held its annual Science Fair last week with over 160 entries from all grade levels at the school. The project judged the best in the primary division was a model of a neighbour’s farm submitted by Andrea Lacey from Grade 1. The junior division March 1992 - The Senior Girls volleyball team from Wheatley Area Public School captured champion was an experiment with magK.C.E.S.A.A. Gold. The girls place first in our area tournament at Wheatley then went on to nets by Ken Konrad of Grade 4. The inBlenheimcycling where they caputred firstfoot overall the gold. the BackThursday row - Rachel Janke,rainfall Lynne Submarine - Ditches rose afterwinning foot following evening Segedin, Andrea Pearson, Melyse McLean, Shannon Wright, team coach Mrs. Hamlin, JennyIf termediate winner was a burglar alarmand these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. Omstead and Jennifer Tiborcz. Front row Kim Cook, Tonja Siddall, Christina Gould and by Peter Driedger of Grade 7. nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! Denilla Provost. —— Mr. and Mrs. George Heyens areMEMORIES OF KINGSVILLE, LEAMINGTON & WHEATLEY PRESENTED COURTESY OF ... MEMORIES OF KINGSVILLE, LEAMINGTON & WHEATLEY PRESENTED COURTESY OF ... pleased to announce the marriage of their son David, to Miss Nancy Gerrish, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Gerrish of Sylvania, Ohio. The wedding took place in Ohio on February 25. The Heyens family will host an open house in honour of David and Nancy at their home, 111 Erie Street North in 170 OAK ST. W. LEAMINGTON Wheatley, this coming Sunday from 2-5 pm. All relatives and friends may regard 1-877-511-2927 • 519-326-9052 this as your invitation. www.leamingtonchrysler.com

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IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of

IN MEMORIAM

RobeRt HiRam Hatt

October 23, 1926 – March 7, 2014

In Loving Memory of

Gilbert eleanor & Martin Martin

September 8, 1927 - March 2, 1997

January 19, 1930 - March 4, 2019

Many a day your names are spoken, and many an hour you’re in our thoughts. Links in our family chain are broken, you’re gone from our home but not our hearts.. Love always, Your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren

I’ll be seeing you Wherever I may be, Beside a brook or tree Or in a busy store, In day or night In sun or rain, Great memories linger on. We miss you every day, In every way.

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of our Mom

Verna Wilson Who peacefully left us March 6, 2013

Thinking of you today Wishing you were here Remembering you with smiles and love And an ocean full of tears Love Your Family

Love Elaine, Greg & Mary, Dave & Sandy and families.

In Loving Memory of

Jorge Medeiros May 1, 1938 – March 2, 2021

Hard to believe it’s been a year since our hearts were broken! But God saw your suffering and tired face, So he called you to rest in his loving embrace. Now all we have are cherished memories, That tears cannot erase. Every day we feel you close, guiding us. In the sun and the rain on our face, Reminds us of your gentle hugs and kisses. In the sound of the wind and song of birds, We can hear you say “I love you.” Until we meet again, and what a joyous day it will be, But until then rest in peace beloved. From your wife, sons and family with love always

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of our Dear Mom and Baba

Christina (tena) Myronyk

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Skateboarding behind vehicle brings charges LEAMINGTON - Leamington OPP were called regarding a report of unsafe driving on February 27. Police responded to the area of Erie Street South

CARD OF THANKS

Thanku! yo Josef Seil

After the passing of our father, we would like to thank everyone who made donations, phone calls, texts and online condolences. We would also like to thank the Erie Shores Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion during our father’s final days. Thanks also to Pastor Sylvia for the heartfelt service and Reid Funeral Home for everything.

The family of the late Josef Seil

and Robson Road where a white BMW was observed towing two people on longboards (skateboards) on the roadway. Three people have been charged. There were no injuries as a result of the unsafe action. “We will continue to dedicate our traffic resources in areas of concern within the Town of Leamington,” said Staff Sergeant Pat Lenehan, Operations Manager for the Leamington OPP Detachment. “Traffic safety for all on our roadways is a priority in our town and in Essex County. We will continue to work with our town partners on long-term traffic solutions.”

Who passed away March 5, 2009

There is a face before us A voice we love to hear A smile we will always remember Of a Mother we loved so dear. Deep in our hearts lies a picture More precious than silver or gold It’s a picture of our Mother Whose memory will never grow old. Loved and remembered always, Mary Ann and Larry, Rose and Herman, Theresa and Wayne, Jon, grandchildren and families.

In Loving Memory of Loving Husband, Father & Papa

Gary allen laporte October 21, 1944 - March 4, 2020

Southpoint

LIVING

Another year has passed. We love you, miss you with each passing day. Love Nancy, Jen, Mark, Mike & Families IN MEMORIAM

COMING SOON 2022

Boomer edition

In Loving Memory of

Linda WhittaL

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Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.

A lifestyle magazine for people age 50 and over

We miss you every day. Love Jim, Kelly, Shawn, Vicky and families.

February 27, 1956 – March 2, 2020

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Cryptocurrency investment scam warning from OPP panies. • Fraudulent ads posted on the internet or social media. • Request to transfer your crypto investment to an alternate crypto address. If you do fall victim to a fraud or know someone who has, contact the local police service to report

the crime, and also report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). The CAFC collects information on fraud and identity theft Canada-wide. Contact the CAFC by phone at 1-888-495-8501 or online by way of the Fraud Reporting System (FRS), even if a financial loss did not occur.

Hospital visiting restrictions ongoing

REGIONAL — The four Windsor-Essex area hospitals have announced that, although they are looking forward to restrictions being lifted this week in other settings, they need to recognize that health care settings remain vulnerable to transmission of COVID-19 cases including outbreaks which have continued to occur in the hospital settings. The four hospitals include Erie Shores HealthCare, Hotel Dieu Grace Health Care and Windsor Regional — both the Ouellette and Met campuses. “After two years of working in some of the most intense and challenging conditions of their careers in health care, we all look forward to opportunities to enjoy our off time to the fullest extent, get back to doing the things we love and reconnecting with loved ones,” said a statement released on Monday. “Unlike restaurants, gyms, retailers and other settings, given the population we serve, hospitals have a greater responsibility to monitor, assess and mitigate all risks to patients and staff. As such, hospitals will continue with current visitor policies beyond March 1st,” said the statement. “Existing personal protective equipment (PPE) policies remain in effect. Please refer to our respective hospital websites for requirements at specific facilities.”

Ontario is getting stronger Across the province, more workers are joining the skilled trades as resources and industries in the north become part of the future of clean steel and electric vehicles.

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leamingtonartscentre.com/shop.leamingtonartscentre.com 519.326.2711 Visiting Hours: Wed - Fri 10-5, Sat+Sun 11-4

onView THE HENRY COLLECTION: Municipality of Leamington A unique display of art and artifacts collected from all around the world by the The Henry Family. BREAKING BARRIERS: group exhibit An exhibit for creative expression that empowers, builds awreness, and facilitates healing through the arts. A NEW BEGINNING: Rosalyn Raymont Bold abstract paintings representing new beginnings.

UPcoming JURIED STUDENT ART SHOW: call for submissions

The LAC presents the 24th Annual Juried Student Art Show open to ALL Secondary Students from across Essex County with NO ENTRY FEE. $2260 in CASH PRIZES across 7 different categories, PLUS a $100 People’s Choice Award. Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Leamington & the Kiwanis Club. Deadline to submit: Sunday, March 27.

ARTS @ THE MARINA: call for exhibitors IT'S BACK! July 2 & 3, 2022, the annual outdoor arts and crafts show is returning. Open to all forms of arts and crafts, food and beverage vendors as well as wineries and breweries. Book your space today. Visit our webstie for info. TWEPI: BEST OF WINDSOR ESSEX AWARDS Vote for the LAC for best Art Gallery/Art Space and support your local art gallery! Voting ends Sunday, March 6th. Visit bestofwindsoressex.ca to cast your vote today. The LAC is a not-for profit organization reliant on community support:

Municipality of Leamington/The Southpoint Sun/Don Waffle Family/ Susan Ross/ Honey Family Foundation/ WindsorEssex Community Foundation

More jobs are being created by building new bridges and highways, expanding public transit and constructing new homes— all for a growing province. Home-grown businesses are manufacturing more of the things we rely on. Ontario’s economy is getting stronger. See what’s happening at ontario.ca/stronger

Paid for by the Government of Ontario

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ESSEX COUNTY – The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning local residents about cryptocurrency investment frauds. The Essex County OPP received a complaint from a Leamington resident who lost over $25,000 to a cryptocurrency investment fraud. Investment frauds represented $163 million in losses reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre in 2021, versus $33 million in reported losses in 2020. With cryptocurrency payments to fraudsters jumping to $77 million in reported losses 2021, versus $23 million in reported losses in 2020. Investment scam reports received by the OPP and the CAFC include initial coin offerings, Ponzi schemes, franchise opportunities, futures trading, multi-level marketing opportunities, mortgage investment opportunities, and pump and dump schemes. In most of these cases, the investment opportunities offer higher than normal, or true monetary, returns which often result in investors losing most, or all, of their money. The majority of the investment scam reports involve Ontario residents deciding to invest in cryptocurrency after seeing a deceptive advertisement on social media. It typically involves victims downloading a trading platform and transferring cryptocurrency into their trading account. In most cases, victims are not able to withdraw their funds. It is very likely that many of the trading platforms are fraudulent or controlled by fraudsters. In addition to crypto trading scams, the OPP also receives reports on suspected fraudulent Initial Coin Offerings. Warning signs are: • Investment opportunities with higher than normal returns. • Unsolicited telephone, email or social media investment offers. • Displays of urgency so you don’t miss out. • An individual met on a dating or social media website who quickly attempts to convince you to invest into cryptocurrency. • A friend tells you about a cryptocurrency investment opportunity via social media or email. • Telephone calls from crypto investment com-

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Proof of vaccine no longer required at Kingsville facilities Editor’s note: Leamington’s decision was pending a council meeting on Tuesday, March 1. The expectation at press time is that Leamington will

follow suit, since they have always followed the provincial lead. KINGSVILLE — As of March 1, visitors are no longer required to show

G. Eleanor Mills

G. Eleanor Mills passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 surrounded by her family. Loving mother of Jeannie Mills (Larry Taylor), the late Kevin Mills (April), Barbara Mills (Tim Ringrose). Cherished grandmother of Jeremy (Sherrie), Bruce (Amber), Lisa, Amy (Matt), Keith (Anna) and Andrew (Kate), and several greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of Hazel Steer (Victor), Lila MacVicar (Ron), Charles Ives (Carol), and predeceased by Betty Simpson, Bob Ives, Laura Ives, Donna Ives, David Ives. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Eleanor loved spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping with her good friend Bev Peterson. Eleanor enjoyed her time as secretary at Full Gospel Tabernacle for many years. As per Eleanor’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service. If desired, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Gideon Bibles or Lakepoint Community Church would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Cecilia Sara Davis

February 4, 1936 – February 16, 2022 With shattered hearts, we announce the passing of Cecilia Sara Davis at 86 years of age. She was born in Creignish, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and was the youngest child of John and Catherine MacIsaac. Cherished and loving wife of Allan Davis, with whom she shared 62 wonderful years of marriage. She was the sweetest mother of Donna, Blaine, and the late Leigh (2016). Beloved mother-in-law of Dan Morin. Adored grandma of Dylan Morin and Danielle Morin. Loving grandmother of Miranda and great-grandmother to Jerzi, Nicholas, Caelyn and Daltyn Malott. Cecilia was predeceased by her six sisters and two brothers, and is survived by her brother-in-law Grant MacDonald and many nieces and nephews and family members. She was a sweetheart from Cape Breton Island and enjoyed many years of travel and fun with her husband and family. Cecilia was a faithful member of St. Michael’s Parish. We will forever miss her. We love you Mama. As per Cecilia’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Leamington) 519-254-2585. Cecilia will be interred at Erie Memorial Gardens beside her daughter Leigh in the mausoleum. If so desired, donations to the Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated by her family. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.simplechoicecremation.ca

proof of vaccination at the Kingsville Arena and other indoor town-owned facilities. “We’ve been seeing more and more people at

the arena the past couple of months,” said Richard Wyma, Kingsville’s Director of Community and Development Services. “With the elimination of

Katharina Dienesch

Katharina (Katie) Dienesch, 78 years, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Michael Dienesch. Loving mother of Linda Pinchak (Rick), Erica Pollock (Todd) and Kevin Proof of obituary Dienesch. Cherished Oma of to run Jennifer, James, Madeline and Carter. Dear daughter of the late Frank and March Katharina Hotz. Dear sister2, of 2022 Anna Grimme (Helmut), Sun(Hanne) and Heidi Rosemary Rauch Southpoint (Paul), Frank Hotz Hotz Nourse (Phillip). Sister-in-law John Dienesch $200, plus $26 HST =of$226 (Helga). She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Any email A private familychanges service hasplease taken place. If desired, memorial donations made to St. Paul’s Lutheran sun@southpointsun.ca Church, Trinity Lutheran Church or the Canadian Cancer Thanks. Society would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).

Margaret Driedger

Margaret Driedger, 91 years, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the Leamington Mennonite Home. Beloved wife of the late Jacob N. Driedger (2008). Loving mother of Curtis Driedger (Barbara Ratz), Norbert Driedger ( Judy), Paula Driedger. Cherished Oma of Morley Driedger (Karlyn), Alex Driedger and Lucas Driedger, and great-Oma of Emmett and Avery. Daughter of the late Peter and Erna Willms. Dear sister of the late Tiessen (theto laterun David), the late Proof ofIrma obituary Vern Willms (survived by Eleanor). Dear sister-in-law of the late Agatha and John Dick, the late Kaethe and Henry Warkentin, the lateMarch Henry 2, and2022 Mary Driedger, the late Ernest Driedger (survived by Anita). She will be missed by Southpoint Sun many nieces and nephews. $200, plus $26 HST = $226 Margaret loved spending time with her family. She had an eye for the beauty of nature. She was a very gracious and Any please email elegant lady, very changes welcoming and accepting of everyone. Margaret loved books and was a lifelong learner. She was sun@southpointsun.ca an avid gardener, growing flowers and vegetables of all kinds, Thanks. and loved experimenting with new varieties and recipes. Margaret was a faithful member of the LUMC community and sang for many years in the church choir. Visitation is at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, March 4, 2022 from 5-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street, Leamington, on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Reservations are recommended for visitation at www. reidfuneralhome.ca. Face masks are required. If desired, memorial donations made to Leamington Mennonite Home, the Essex Kent Mennonite Historical Association or the Friends of Point Pelee would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

the vaccination screening program, the ability to open to full capacity, and staff working diligently to incorporate additional programming opportunities, we’re expecting to see even more people coming out to enjoy programs and activities.” Visitors must continue to wear masks, practice physical distancing and complete a self-screening assessment. The town will continue to monitor provincial and local health unit guidelines and provide updates as

they become available. Ontario’s vaccine certificate system, which required people to show identification and proof of double vaccination before entering non-essential businesses, was first implemented in September 2021 in response to rising COVID-19 infections in the province. On Friday, February 25, 2022, the Ontario Government released legislation to end the program on March 1 and lifted all remaining capacity limits on facilities.

SECC Career Week for students and young adults

LEAMINGTON — policing, Proof of obituary to law, runhealth care, South Essex Communi- skilled trades, manufacty Council (SECC) has turing and social media marketing. announced its firstMarch, ever 2022 There will also be sesCareer Week, hosted by Southpoint Sun SECC’s Career Hub on sions on in-demand jobs $200,from plus1-4 $26 HST = $226 in Essex County, finanMarch 14-18 cial assistance to attend p.m. each day. post-secondary educaStudents Any andchanges young please email adults aged 14-29 are in- tion, and matching your sun@southpointsun.ca vited to attend the free career path to your personality type. five-day Career Week Thanks. Resume help and career events featuring speakers from different career counselling will be availpaths, resume tips, free able daily on a drop-in headshots, and individu- basis from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. al appointments with ca- Participants must register for the career sessions reer counsellors. “We see the need for stu- due to space limitations. dents and young adults to Parents are welcome to have access to supports in attend. For each session attendchoosing their intended career path,” said Stephen ed, individuals will reGard, SECC’s Manager of ceive a ballot to be placed Programs and Develop- in a draw for a pair of Apment. “Our Career Hub is ple AirPods and a Starwell equipped to provide bucks Gift Card. Free transit is available these services, and we’ve for those partneredProof with industry of obituary to who runneed it. For more information, professionals to share incall SECC at 519-326-8629 formation.” message them on InstaThe event will take 2,or March 2022 place at SECC’sSouthpoint Leam- gram Sunat @SouthEssexCC. ington office and have a Anyone can register for plus $26 HST $226 free at= secc.on.ca/careervariety of $200, speakers from various careers including week.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca ERCA approves 2022 draft budget Thanks. ESSEX REGION – The Essex Region Conservation

Authority has unanimously approved its 2022 Draft Budget. The budget totals just over $9.1 million, and includes a levy request of $3,540,303, representing a 2.5 per cent increase from 2021. This is equivalent to $23.15 per household, based on a $300,000 current value assessment. The Authority’s budget presentation responds to the changes to the Conservation Authorities Act included in Bill 229. It includes mandatory program expenses of approximately $5.5 million, including conservation areas capital projects. Non-mandatory expenses total just over $3.3 million. The majority of the requested levy (77 per cent) supports delivery of mandatory services, with the remainder 23 per cent of the levy allocated to delivery of non-mandatory but core recurring watershed programs. By 2024, the Authority will need to obtain funding agreements with municipalities where municipal support is needed to fund non-mandatory services, which have historically been matched dollar for dollar, if not exceeded.

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Of Tractors, Backhoe, Implements, and Misc. held at 330 County Road 14 Leamington for Doug and Joanne Stockwell

Auction Begins to Close:

Thursday, March 10 at 6:00 PM

Tractors: CIH Magnum 180 MFWD w/cab, 3 remotes, axle duals (3163hrs); CIH 7110 MFWD w/cab, 3 remotes, 2 PTO, axle duals (10,960hrs); NH TM135 2WD w/cab, 2 remotes, axle duals (8892hrs); IH 1086 2WD w/cab, 2 remotes (3510 original hrs); IH 966 2WD w/2 remotes, 2 PTO; IH 686 2WD w/2 remotes (9609hrs); McCormick Farmall 100 gas w/side dresser. Backhoe: Case 580 Super L 4WD w/Extendahoe, 7ft material bucket, forks, 15in and 34in backhoe buckets. Planting: JD 7100 3pth 9Rx22in planter w/brush meters, 3bu hoppers; IH 5100 Soybean Special 21R drill w/dbl disk, press wheels; RJ 6R carousel transplanter w/fertilizer. Spraying and Irrigation: Gregson MS F1250 sprayer w/1250gal tank, 75ft boom, chem. inductor, monitor; Hardi 500gal sprayer w/60ft boom, tandems, foam, rinse, monitor; 200gal sprayer w/24ft boom; 3R tomato sprayer; Delhi Foundry PTO pump; gas powered pump; irrigation guns. Tillage: Salford 450 21ft cultivator w/tandems, 3-bar and rolling harrows, rear hitch and hyd; JD 630 21ft disc w/rear hitch and hyd; JD 16ft 3pth rotary hoe; crowfoot packers; Mohawk 10 shank chisel plow; IH 55 13 shank chisel plow w/s-tine levelling bar; Triple K 13ft 3pth cultivator w/harrows; several row cultivators and bedding cultivators; various harrows; UFT 3pth PTO ditcher; single point 2F plow and single shank chisel plow. Wagons and Trailers: Trailmobile 22ft tandem dump trailer w/ tandem joe dog, PTO pump; 3500 gallon tandem tank w/tandem joe dog; 18ft x 7.5ft veg wagon w/1200 gallon poly tank; 16ft x 8ft wagon w/30in sides; 16ft flat rack wagon; J&M approx. 180bu gravity bin w/hyd. auger; fertilizer tender wagon w/ Unverferth hyd. 14ft auger; 18ft flat deck trailer; 22ft tray trailer w/curtain sides. Implements: JD 115 15ft crop chopper; 10ft 3pth blade; 3pth v-blade; several vegetable and tomato related implements. Misc: 30ft Featherlite ext. ladder; redi rack; tires; chains; IH, CIH, and NH suitcase weights; hardware and parts bins; Honda transfer pumps; 150gal fuel tank w/12V pump; hyd. cylinders; Forney F230 welder; Honda gas pressure washer; General drill press; Craftsman radial arm saw; welding table; 3/4 drive socket sets; Mastercraft cut-off saw; Stihl MS251C chain saw; shop vacs; and much more. For Info: Phone Doug at 519-326-8410. Preview: Sat. Feb 26 and Sat. Mar. 5 from 10AM-5PM or by appointment by calling Doug at 519-326-8410. For catalogue, terms, and bidding please go to jacobauctions.hibid.com. If you need assistance bidding, call Jacob Auctions Ltd. office at 519-348-9896. Prop: Doug and Joanne Stockwell 519-326-8410 Auctioneers: David Jacob 519-348-9896 Jack Morris 519-687-2530

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LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 21, Concession 10, Geographic Township of Mersea, Municipality of Leamington. OWNER: Estate of William Murray Gillanders ACREAGE: 25 acres more or less PROPERTY: This property is vacant, and has frontage on a paved road with access to municipal water. LOCATION: The premises are situate on the north side of Mersea Road 10, west of Kent Road 1, and will be identified by signage on the property.

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TERMS OF TENDER: Sealed tenders, which need only contain the tendered price and contact information, will be received by the undersigned until 4:30 p.m. on March 18, 2022, with the highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted. No deposit is required with the tender, but the successful tenderer will be required to enter into an agreement of purchase and sale without conditions, except as to title, by March 25, 2022, and submit a deposit of $10,000.00 at that time. Transaction to close on or before April 22, 2022, with vacant possession on that date. The property is being sold in all respects in an “as is” condition.

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Interested parties may contact the undersigned to obtain any further information. ESTATE OF WILLIAM MURRAY GILLANDERS c/o Jay A. Johnson, Solicitor Taylor Delrue 40 Queen Street South, P.O. Box 459 Tilbury ON N0P 2L0 Telephone No. 519-682-0164 E-mail - jjtaydel@cogeco.net

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CASH FOR GOLD SILVER JEWELRY + All COINS FREE ESTIMATES - Fri. March 4 + Sat. March 5 at Essex Railway Station, 87 Station St. Essex, Fri. March 18 + Sat. March 19 at Roma Club, 19 Seacliffe Dr East Leamington, 9am-4pm PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. ALL Gold + silver JEWELRY Even some costume Any Gold (even teeth) OLD COINS Canada USA World War Medals Windup Watches Mintsets, Pocket watches. Old Guitars. House Calls also available, Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 54 years experience. 519-818-1805.

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IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519ja6-tf 825-7245. _____________________________

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NORMA LOIS CAVERS,

LATE OF THE Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Deceased. All persons having claims against Norma Lois Cavers, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 8th day of October, 2021, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 4th day of April, 2022, full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Trustees will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice. DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 23rd day of February 2022. RICCI, ENNS, ROLLIER & SETTERINGTON LLP Barristers, etc. 60 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1M4 Solicitors for the Estate Representative

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CORNELIUS KLASSEN,

LATE OF THE Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Deceased. All persons having claims against Cornelius Klassen, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 8th day of January, 2022, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 4th day of April, 2022, full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Representative will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

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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. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf

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3D build in Leamington

Invest Windsor-Essex partners with Habitat for Humanity

“Rui R.” of Leamington with his cheque.

WFCU announces mortgage sweepstakes winners LEAMINGTON — “I was ecstatic. It was just fantastic news… it’s just like winning a lottery.” With those elated words, Rui R. of Leamington recently claimed his grand prize as one of the winners of the Mortgage Madness Sweepstakes, presented by WFCU Credit Union. In total, this unique contest gave Rui and five other lucky grand prize winners the financial freedom of no mortgage payments for an entire year. “Owning a home is likly the largest financial investment most people will ever make, and this contest offered our members a chance to win their mortgage for a year, offsetting some of the cost of home ownership,” says Eddie Francis, President and CEO of WFCU Credit Union. The Mortgage Madness Sweepstakes, which officially closed on December 31, 2021, was open to anyone who switched their mortgage to WFCU Credit Union from another financial institution, refinanced their existing mortgage, or was approved for a new mortgage. Upon meeting any of these criteria, participants were automatically eligible for a chance to win their mortgage payments, up to a set limit, for an entire year.

“I’ve already planned to share a little bit of the good fortune,” says Rui. This contest followed a familiar and longstanding tradition for WFCU Credit Union: to help its members reach their financial goals. As Francis says, “Ultimately, as a credit union, we don’t answer to stockholders like the big banks do. Instead, we’re member-owned, so we answer to our members. That means our primary mission every day is to be there for our members first and foremost, whatever their needs may be.” Beyond serving its members, WFCU Credit Union is also committed to supporting and strengthening the various communities in which it operates – the town of Leamington being among these. In fact, in the past five years alone, through economic development support and direct investment, WFCU Credit Union has given a total of $68 million back to communities throughout the Windsor-Essex region. “We’ve been a proud part of this region for 80 years and as our local communities have grown, so have we,” notes Marty Gillis, WFCU Credit Union Board Chair. An example of this deep community involvement benefitting Leaming-

ton was the 2021 WFCU Credit Union Painting Competition and Exhibit. This event represented an incredible opportunity for emerging, mid-career and established artists to present their most accomplished works at the Leamington Arts Centre for a chance to win cash prizes. “As a member of the Leamington community, supporting unique and diverse events like this allows us to truly partner with the community and play an active role and celebrate it,” adds Gillis. Such investments and assistance are part of a larger program established by WFCU Credit Union, aptly called Inspire. Created as a way to provide as much support as possible to local communities, this program combines existing WFCU Credit Union investment initiatives with new signature events to provide engaging, entertaining and educational opportunities for people to come together. Through these initiatives, WFCU Credit Union supports hundreds of community events, organizations and individuals, ultimately helping to make Leamington and its neighbouring communities the best places to live and work.

REGIONAL - On Monday, February ties will allow engineering designs and 28, Invest WindsorEssex (IWE), the lead approvals to be expedited and future economic development organization for owners the ability to experience their the Windsor-Essex region, showcased new home before they are built.” the simulated design of a 3D printed This pilot project will result in four home as part of a first of its kind in Can- units (four-plex design) in a self-conada housing project led by Habitat for tained home and will be available Humanity Windsor-Essex and in part- through Habitat’s partnership with The nership with the University of Windsor. Bridge Youth Resource Centre for indiThis project will be a historic build viduals and couples in need of attainas the first 3D printed able housing in the munichomes for residential ipality of Leamington. “We are excited use in this country. An “We are excited about about this emerging technolothis innovative solution gy, 3D printing could innovative solution to addressing the national be a game-changing housing crisis,” said Hilto addressing solution to the current da MacDonald, Mayor of the national housing crisis through Leamington. “We are very increasing efficiency of grateful the Municipality of housing crisis.” building, promoting was selected — Hilda MacDonald Leamington housing density and as the location of this firstreducing costs associof-its-kind fully accessible ated with construction. 3D multi-unit residential build.” “The innovation required for this Through the IWE digital twinning project goes beyond the printing tech- program in partnership with St. Clair nology. These will be tiny homes, but College, the IWE team, led by digital we also want to make sure they are built twin technician Bryan Holmes, used for accessibility to meet the needs of all the CAD model and brought the home members of our community. At Habitat to life in the Virtual Reality CAVE. This for Humanity, our goal is always to build process identified how the new design safe, decent and affordable homes,” said would ultimately look and allowed Fiona Coughlin, CEO of Habitat for Hu- builders to perform an accessibility aumanity Windsor-Essex. “Through part- dit on the homes to ensure they are fully nering with Invest WindsorEssex, we accessible prior to construction. can be sure we do this before the homes The digital twin is an impressive physically exist.” product that truly highlights what is “The current housing crisis is a com- possible when you utilize cutting edge plex problem requiring creative and technologies in both the design and innovative solutions. Leveraging the building process to ensure efficiency power of IWE’s Virtual Reality CAVE to and accuracy. Invest WindsorEssex is simulate the design and construction of excited to have worked with Habitat for these 3D printed homes offers a unique Humanity Windsor-Essex and commuWindsor-Essex made solution to this na- nity partners to highlight how this cuttional problem,” said Stephen Macken- ting-edge building method can be used zie, President and CEO of IWE. “Using on future builds locally and across the virtual reality and simulation capabili- country.

TriSon Farms choses Sollum Technologies’ grow light solution KINGSVILLE – With the goal of exploring new and exciting research questions, TriSon Farms has chosen Sollum Technologies’ fully dynamic grow light solution. TriSon Farms is located on Road 2 East in Kingsville. “We are really looking forward to working with Sollum,” said Josh Mastronardi, TriSon Farms Chief Operating Officer. “With a dynamic lighting solution, we can

push the boundaries of possibilities in our greenhouses.” TriSon Farms benefits from the knowledge of three generations of growers and is run today by a partnership of three grandsons who are committed to a mixed production supported by local and sustainable business practices, and to innovation through research and development. “This is a great opportunity to build on an

expanding body of research that highlights the benefits of our solution,” noted Kassim Tremblay, Vice President of Business Development at Sollum Technologies. “Not only that, but TriSon has a growing consumer base that relies on the company’s fresh, high quality, produce. It reflects on Sollum that TriSon trusts that our LED solution meets their high standards of production.”

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It’s been a rewarding 15 years

By Mark Ribble ed in the U11, U13 and U22 age groups. LEAMINGTON — When the Keith The Dries have been involved in all Lindsay Memorial Hockey Tournament levels of Southpoint Minor Hockey for was first organized 15 years ago, Greg about 30 years and Kelly says it’s been a and Kelly Dries were instrumental — rewarding time for them. along with Keith Lindsay himself — in “We had one of Greg’s teams he getting things rolling. coached at our wedding doing an honThe event — then known as the March our guard,” she says. “That was many, Break Kickoff Tournament — took on the many years ago — almost 27.” new name after Lindsay passed away in The 2021 event was cancelled because 2009. of COVID restrictions, so Greg says this Over the years, many teams have par- year will be special. ticipated in the tournament, which was “It’s so good to get them back on the traditionally run during March Break, ice,” he says. “The kids really need it.” but according to Greg Dries, the date change to a week earlier has allowed the tournament to flourish. “We found more and more teams weren’t coming for the March Break week, so we changed it and interest picked up considerably,” he told the Sun last week. Dries and his wife Kelly have been at the helm of the tournament for 15 years now, and this year’s event is their last as tournament organizers. A Southpoint Stars team celebrates in 2014. “It’s a lot of work but I’m going The Dries have many pictures and memories of to miss seeing all the girls have the tournament. fun,” said Greg. “It makes all the work worthwhile.” Looking back at the 2020 event, he The Dries have had a lot of help over says, little did they know what would the years with many committee mem- transpire the following week. bers coming on board to lend a hand “We held the 2020 tournament on over the busy weekend. March 6-8 and then on March 12 they This year’s event has 32 teams in- shut everything down for COVID,” says volved from 15 different centres, with Greg. some as far away as Ayr and Stoney This year will be a bounce back year Creek. The tournament is split into four for the tournament and the swan song divisions with teams representing U11, for Greg and Kelly Dries, but they will U13, U15 and U22 of the Ontario Wom- exit the convenor’s chair with their en’s Hockey Association. heads held high and know that the tourThe Southpoint Stars will be represent- nament will be in good shape moving forward. The tournament kicks off Friday morning at 8 am as the Southpoint Stars U11 squad hosts the LaSalle Sabrecats on the Highbury rink, while the Stars U22 team hosts the South County Predators on the Unico rink at 8:30 am. Greg and Kelly Dries will be there, reminding everyone to have fun and try their best, because, as Keith Lindsay always said, “Every day is a good day.” Greg and Kelly Dries have been at the helm of the

Flyers win two, lose one

By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — After playing three games in the span of four days, the Flyers grabbed four points and maintained a second-place tie with Chatham, with five games in hand on firstplace London. On Thursday, the Flyers returned to action after 12 days off and dropped a lacklustre 6-3 decision to the visiting Komoka Kings. The Flyers fell behind early and never recovered. They attempted a comeback in the third, only to be thwarted by Kings’ goalie Omar Hage. Flyers starter Ryan Polidori stopped 23 of 28 shots, while Hage was spectacular, halting 49 Flyers attempts including 23 in the third. After spotting the Kings a 2-0 lead, Kale Couvillon scored for the Flyers with about three minutes left in the first. In the second, the Kings

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upped their lead to 3-1 before the Flyers Connor McCracken cut the score to 4-2. In the third period, the Flyers played their best hockey of the game and closed the margin to 4-3 when Colton O’Brien chipped in a powerplay tally at 3:19. That was as close as Leamington would get as Hage shut the door from there on in. The Kings scored two more, including an empty-netter to finish it off. Friday night in St. Thomas, the Flyers hung on to edge the Stars 4-3 after opening up a 4-2 lead. The teams had a good battle for 50 minutes before the Flyers surged ahead and stayed there. Scoring for Leamington were Koen Taves, who slotted his first two markers of the campaign, while Blake McNally and Darby Lemieux fired one each. Lemieux’s tally proved

to be the game-winner at 11:55 of the third. Polidori started for the second straight night and stopped 29 of 32 shots. In their final Sunday afternoon game of regular season, the Flyers won 3-1 over the Sarnia Legionnaires. Leamington rolled out to a 2-0 lead in the opening frame as Wyatt O’Neil deflected Seth Martineau’s screen shot 75 seconds after the opening faceoff. Minutes later, Jack Cotter collected his own rebound and deposited it into the open side. Sarnia tabbed their only goal eight minutes into the third and the contest stayed 2-1 until the final minutes when Connor MacPherson scored an empty-netter. Boe Piroski, who had been up briefly with the OHL’s Niagara Ice Dogs, made 25 saves to get the win. Schedule: March 3 vs St. Marys Lincolns, 7:10 pm.

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Sharks swarm opposition down the stretch

By Greg Coulter WHEATLEY — Balanced scoring and continuing rock-solid goaltending have propelled the Wheatley Omstead Sharks within striking distance of home ice playoff advantage.

Their position was bolstered by three wins with a single loss last week, playing those four games in five nights. Tuesday against surging Essex, a slow start became a hole too big to climb out of en route to a

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twine with Ethan Carlone handling 19 saves while the Sharks fired 41. A return to Dresden on Friday saw much of the same as the Sharks continued to gain steam, outshooting the opposition 40-12, enroute to a 4-1 victory. Special teams knotted two third-period goals ensuring the victory. Ethan Handley handled the net minding with Ethan Litster, Kristian Pelling, Matt Carvalho and Matt Thomas contributing goals. Saturday in Wallaceburg, the Sharks un-

stretch every skater hit the scoresheet. “Great to see secondary scoring, especially from the defence, and we continue to receive outstanding goaltending,” said coach Josh Carnevale. With the last regular season home game this week, the Sharks will continue the tradition of honouring overage players. Dawson Iles, Brett Enns and Drew Denomey from last year with Dallas Anderson, Brett Thomas, Mason Gow and Braydon Davis are being honoured in a pregame ceremony.

U11 Blue team wins Hospice tournament The Southpoint Capitals U11 Blue team participated in the Hockey for Hospice Tournament over Family Day weekend. The tournament started with an early morning game in Windsor against the Windsor White team. Both teams battled hard in the first period, before Carter Borges put a Zack Taylor feed into the net with one second remaining. That’s all the Caps would need as they cruised to an 8-0 victory. Nolan Garnett scored six goals to lead the Capitals with Borges adding the other two. Nathan DiMilo earned the shutout. Landen Tiessen was named player of the game. In game two, the Capitals faced the Mount Brydges Cougars, dropping a hard-fought 3-2 decision. DiMilo held the Caps in the game with some great saves, with the Cougars scoring one in the first and two in the second before the Capitals could get on the board. Borges

and Garnett scored for Southpoint and Dimilo was player of the game. Southpoint took on Lakeshore Yellow in game three, with the Caps coming out on top 13-0. Garnett scored five times, while Tiessen had the hat trick. Nathan Verissimo had two, while Taylor scored once. Once again, DiMilo stood tall in the net. The semi-final game matched the Capitals against the LaSalle Blue team. The line of Nolan Garnett, Cole Collins and Luke Schmidt set the tempo of the game early and gave the Capitals the first period lead. The second period saw goals from Finn Bradley, Garnett and Tiessen. In the third period, strong defensive play from Crawford Kimball helped DiMilo shut the door. Garnett added two more and Cole Collins finished the job to finish the game at 7-0. Kimball was named

player of the game. In the finals the Capitals faced off against the Strathroy Rockets. With Strathroy leading 1-0, Verissimo put one past the Strathroy goalie assisted by Zack Taylor. Nolan Garnett scored eight seconds later to give the Capitals a 2-1 lead. Strathroy battled back and tied the game at the end of the first. Garnett lit the lamp three times in the second period, with help from Luke Schmidt and Cole Collins. In the third, there was no stopping the Capitals. Carter Borges scored twice and Cole Collins finished off the scoring and was rewarded for all his hard work with a goal for an 8-2 final. Teamnmate Haiden Whitehead missed the tournament but was there in spirit. The coaching staff consisted of Chris Taylor, Jason Garnett, Brady Tiessen, and Mark DiMilo. The team raised $1550 for Hospice of Windsor.

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U13 Stars take gold at tournament

The U13 Southpoint Stars recently took the gold at the Hockey for Hospice tournament in Windsor. They started off the tournament Saturday morning against LaSalle (Yellow) with a 4-0 win. Ava Carreiro scored with 25 seconds left in the first then got another in the third, as well as Grace Bedard and Alex Thiele. In game two the Stars beat the South County Predators (White) 3-1. Thiele scored midway through the first period, with Carreiro and Bedard adding the other two goals in the third for the win. Sunday evening, the Stars met the South County Predators (Yellow) and struggled the first two periods, giving the Predators a 4-0 lead. In the final minutes of the game, the Stars scored twice, but it just

wasn’t enough and they had to settle for a 4-2 loss. The Stars still advanced to the semi-final game Monday and faced off against the Chatham Crush. With seconds left in the first period, Taylor Lefaive skated her way around the Crush to score and put the Stars on the board. Two more goals in the second period by Thiele and Carreiro and another pair in the third period gave the Stars the 5-1 win they needed to advance to the final game. In the championship game, the Stars met South County again and this time, they came out strong and confident. Chloe Taylor stood tall between the pipes with her defensive team of Taylor Lefaive, Isla Thiele, Natalie Edwards and Payton Insley battling hard to protect the ‘house’.

Midway through the second, the Predators were able to squeak one in to take the lead, but the Stars kept pushing forward. With six minutes left in the third period, Portia Steel passed it off to Alexa Thiele in front of the net who slammed it in to tie up the game. With one minute left in the game, the Stars battled fiercely with constant pressure on the Predators. Finally, with 11 seconds left, the Stars crashed the net and Carreiro banged it in for the Stars to walk away with a 2-1 victory. The Southpoint Stars raised $2110 for the Hospice of Windsor. Total raised by all teams was $482,618.00 The Stars are coached by Chris Taylor, Whit Thiele, Karen Burgess, Mike Williams and Taylor Insley.

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Carlini, Cristiano Antunes, DeGoey, Butiniello and Sebastian Belanger. This is the first time this season Southpoint goals didn’t come off of end-toend rushes. It was a total team effort with passing in both the neutral zone and offensive end. Passing and traffic in front of the Essex net led to great scoring opportunities.

LEAMINGTON — The Southpoint U13LL Blue Team played Essex Yellow on the weekend and came away with a 9-5 win. Scoring bounced back and forth in the first with Southpoint taking a 2-1 lead. Essex charged ahead in the second scoring three goals to Southpoint’s one. In the third, Southpoint

pulled everything together scoring six goals to Essex’s one. The Blue goal scorers were Ty Gould, Jackson Weil, Andrew DeGoey, Gavin Butiniello, Brent Pimental with Sean Amaral adding an amazing four goals. Picking up assists were Amaral, Gould, Max Mastronardi, Landon

Local gymnasts compete

REGIONAL — The Rose City Gymnastics Club was able to compete in a meet for the first time in two years as they travelled to Milton last weekend. Locally, two gymnasts from Kingsville and three from Essex did well in various events.

Kingsville’s Juliana McInnis, 11, took her first place Bars and Beams and combined those with second in Vault and Floor to take first place overall in her division. Kingsville’s Morgan Audet, 10, took first place in the Bars and finished

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ERIE NORTH SHORE TEAMS MEET IN FINAL KINGSVILLE — Two Erie North Shore Local League teams met in the final of the annual Hockey for Hospice Tournament on the weekend of February 25-27. Hockey for Hospice raises funds for Windsor-Essex County Hospice at their annual tournament, which is played throughout Windsor and parts of Essex County. This year, there was a total of $482,618 raised. The two teams above both went unbeaten in the U13 division and met in the finals with the Blue team edging the Gold team by a 3-1 score. Other ENS teams also did well with the White team winning the B flight and the Green team reaching the finals in C. Members of the Blue team are, back row from left, coaches Jason Nye, Rodney Wright, Derek Didone, Mike Shepley. Middle row: Brady Nye, Zach Reid, Charlotte Wright, Kandreya Szusz, Josh Shepley, Parker Booth. Front row: Lexi Gignac, Carter McLeod, Mason Wiper, Carter Laramie, Trent Kocsis, Griffin Didone, Max Bluhm. The Gold team, back row from left, are coach Art Fox, Claudia Medeiros, Lucas Heaney, Jaden Daraiche, Cameron Little, Owen Ryan, Myles Janisse, coach Steven Ralph. Middle row: coach Dan Dufour, Aria Pare, Maelle Dufour, Brody Gowanlock, Wyatt Bonnett, coach Garnet Little. Front row: Owen Ralph, Adriano Braga, Wyatt Fox, Emmett Deehan. Photos submitted

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THURSDAY, MARCH 3 WHEATLEY TWO CREEKS IS HAVING ITS ANNUAL MEETING followed by the general monthly meeting on Thursday, March 3 at 6:00 p.m. at the Talbot Trail Golf Course Clubhouse. Everyone welcome. Membership $5. MONDAY, MARCH 7 ESSEX COUNTY, ONTARIO ANCESTORS MARCH VIRTUAL PRESENTATION on Monday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. Members Medley Branch members share their Essex County connections, research and resources. Free & open to everyone. Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca for Zoom link to register. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETS the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Next meeting is March 16. This year’s theme is ‘Using Native Plants Instead of Invasive Plants in Our Gardens. Email LeamingtonHorticulturalSociety@gmail.com to get the Zoom link. Members hope to be able to meet in person soon. Watch for updates. SATURDAY, MARCH 19 ANNUAL WHEATLEY LEGION ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY - at Talbot Trail Golf Course, Wheatley. Hosted by Roberta Dibbley and Sandra Wolf. Meat draw tickets go on sale at 3:00 p.m. First draw at 3:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to join the fun. TUES. APRIL 5 & FRI. APRIL 8 GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet Tuesday, April 5 and Friday, April 8, 1:30 p.m. both days, 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 519816-5449.

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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 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. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meetings are March 2, 16 & 30. 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 and click on Contact Us. STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and inperson meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at

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