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Leamington adopts new Fire Master Plan

By Mark Ribble

A Fire Master Plan has been in the works for many months in the Municipality of Leamington and that plan was presented to Leamington Council on February 27.

The plan was developed by the Loomex Group and representatives were on hand to take council members through the recommendations included in the plan.

In total, the plan calls for 32 recommendations, all categorized into policy measures that will need

council approval or implementation by the new Fire Chief — once they are hired.

These policy measures include compliance, bylaw updates, staffing refinement, fire prevention and training enhancements, all tailored for the new Fire Chief to consider when necessary.

The Loomex Group also determined that the current marine rescue unit owned by the Leamington Fire Services needs numerous upgrades to be compliant with health

and safety standards.

Councillor Paul Tiessen asked about the cost versus benefit factor regarding Leamington’s Fire Rescue boat.

Representatives of Loomex answered that concerns about the training level and size of boat have to be weighed against the number of calls that they’ve had.

“Another term we haven’t talked about is firefighter safety,” added Loomex Group’s Bill Lorimer.

Leamington Fire Ser-

vices has been operating its marine rescue boat since 2006 — a 23-foot Seaswirl with a 200 HP Evinrude ETEC engine.

Over the past five years (2018-22), a total of 15 calls involved the fire rescue boat, which usually runs out of Leamington Marina. Of those 15 calls, two were for disabled vessels, two for medical assistance from EMS, one for an oil spill, five calls were incorrectly reported as emergencies. Three calls were to assist other departments, one call was

to assist OPP in a potential drowning and another was to help recover a body.

With the report coming out, administration made the decision to suspend the marine rescue unit immediately, based on safety concerns.

This doesn’t mean that council has decided not to have a fire rescue boat in the future, but that the current boat does not meet current safety standards outlined in the report.

FIRE PLAN - Page 2

Part of the sold-out crowd at the Second Annual Lucky Rock and Roll were these three ladies, who were enjoying the St. Patrick’s Day themed fundraiser for Hospice Erie Shores Campus at the Roma Club on Saturday, March 16. From left are April Gaier, Paula Blackford and Valerie Gurske. More photos and a story are on page 4 of this edition SUN photo by Deanna Bertrand

ARMANDO’S REOPENS IN LEAMINGTON

Dean Litster — also known as ‘Professor Zaaa’ — is the new owner of Armando’s Pizza Leamington location, which has now been open for about a month. The Leamington location is Litster’s second Armando’s location. He also owns the one in Amherstburg. He offers a vast array of signature Windsor-style pizzas and says his love for pizza shines in his stores. On Sundays, he offers Detroit-style deep-dish pizza. In addition, he offers ranch-based pizzas and sells 30-40 litres of his homemade ranch dressing per week. Armando’s is located at 36 Mill Street West in Leamington and can be reached at 519-322-2266. SUN photo

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Craig is active in the community. He is currently the treasurer for the Essex 73’s Junior Hockey Club and has previously sat as the treasurer of the Harrow and Colchester South Chamber of Commerce.

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WSO with Superheroes coming to Leamington

Join the Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) with Superheroes and experience music from Black Panther to Wonder Woman, and Thor to Batman. You’ll hear all the hits that bring Marvel and DC comics to life on the

big screen. Have fun and wear your favourite costume too – this will be an unforgettable evening for the entire family.

The concert with Conductor Robert Franz takes place from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 19 at the

Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre, 249 Sherk St., Leamington, and is sponsored by the Toldo Foundation.

For ticket information go to windsorsymphony. com.

FIRE PLAN - From Page 1

Council adopted the Fire Master Plan, in which they can vote on any of the recommendations contained within, including whether to purchase a new fire boat and provide firefighters with the proper training for the new

vessel.

Other issues in the Master Plan include collaboration with EMS and other neighbouring fire services, which can be addressed by council and the new Fire Chief, when hired.

Leamington’s interim Fire Chief is Don Williamson, who is the Fire Chief for Lakeshore. He’s been in place since the departure of Chief Andrew Baird a year ago.

“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Attendees enjoyed the 2023 Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Fundraising Banquet. SUN archives photo

Gleaners banquet April 20

The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners will hold their annual Fundraising Banquet on Saturday, April 20 at the Leamington Portuguese Club.

Gleaners General Manager Joel Epp says that the banquet is the organization’s major fundraiser for the year.

“It’s a big fundraiser for us,” he said. “It helps us greatly in our quest to reduce local and global hunger.”

The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners recently celebrated their 10th year of production of dehydrated vegetable mix and apple snacks. They are a not-for-profit charity

whose mandate is to convert non-marketable produce into the dried products and distribute them, free of charge, around the world through numerous hunger relief agencies.

The banquet will include a family-style dinner, dessert and enter-

tainment. There will be a cash bar.

Tickets for the banquet are available by visiting the Gleaners location at 40 Industrial Road in Leamington or call 519326-7687 for more information.

Historic Great Lakes agreement

In a ceremony held in Washington, D.C., on March 6, the Great Lakes Fishery Commission (GLFC), the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) and the International Joint Commission (IJC) formally signed the first-ever memorandum of understanding (MOU) between them.

The agreement sets a clear path for advancing the commissions’ existing shared goals and objectives, such as developing a Great Lakes science plan, coordinating science vessel activities, and promoting annual Great Lakes Day events.

Each commission plays a different but complementary role in Great Lakes management and represents important stakeholders in advancing sound policies and projects. The IJC helps Canada and the United States prevent and resolve issues over the use of the waters they share, including through the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement;

the GLC represents the interests of the Great Lakes provinces and states on priority issues; and the GLFC ensures fishery management is based on science and highly coordinated among the state, provincial and U.S. tribal jurisdictions in the basin.

“Our three commissions, although having different mandates and missions, very much benefit from joining forces to achieve our shared objectives: Great Lakes restoration and management based on rigorous science,” said Marc Gaden, executive secretary of the GLFC. “While we have worked well together for decades, this MOU steps up our level of collaboration and renews our commitment to each other to seek synergies, share information, and support each other’s work.”

The agreement was signed following the semi-annual meeting of the Great Lakes Commission.

held Saturday, March 16 at the

The St. Patrick’s weekend

Denis and Linda Enns.

Linda said there was a total of 384 guests, with 57 raffle items, a 50/50 draw, food by Roma Club and music by the band British Beat 66.

“We have businesses and indi-

viduals who have donated and we have businesses that have sponsored and also sponsored tables,” she commented. “The community support is here.”

While final numbers are still

being tallied from this year’s event, over $20,000 was raised at last year’s event.

Final numbers are expected in the coming weeks as to how much was raised.

Organizers Linda Enns and Don St. Denis were grateful for the sold out event and the support from the community.

Carol and Bary Russelo enjoy themselves at the event.

Ron and Julie Ricci were all decked out in their best St. Paddy’s gear and ready to party. Deanna Bertrand photos

Enjoying the Rock and Roll are, from left, Dianne Terron, Sharon Horne and Debbie Scratch.

Creating new Easter memories year after year

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

Mark Ribble

I’ve often written about my childhood Easter memories and as much as I love to think back to those wonderful times, I enjoy making new memories with my grandchildren as we watch them grow from babies to young people.

Their excitement is palpable and — just like at Christmas — they look forward to discovering what the Easter Bunny has brought them.

For us, the good old days brought those

hollow eggs that your name was written on and maybe some coins or a small toy.

I’m sure Woolworths carried those chocolate eggs, but I mostly remember them being at Zellers and Big V.

My mom would get that hollow egg and some person at Zellers would write a very sloppy “Mark” in white icing on the front of the egg, return it to the carton and she would bring it home, hiding it in the front bedroom closet until Easter morning.

I always preferred the hollow chocolate to the solid bunnies. And still prefer the marshmallow eggs to the crème ones.

When my sons were little, we probably went a little overboard with their Easter gifts. In addition to chocolate, they nor-

Pushed backwards till reverse fixed

Bob Stephens of Essex will never forget his first car: “The other guys in town were driving hot cars while I was driving something akin to a limo. My friend Bob Sanford referred to my black 1954 DeSoto as the Mafia Car.

“If it was not completely stopped when the tranny was shifted into reverse, the reverse band would snap. With no reverse, we just pushed it backwards until I got it fixed. Fortunately, Hyatt Motors in Leamington

replaced the reverse band in about an hour for $50.

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

“When I was dating my girlfriend Judy Royce, who later became my wife, whenever I picked her up at school, her girlfriends thought she was going out with an older man with a big DeSoto.

“I bought it from Dad around 1959 when I was 19, drove it for about three years and sold it for $300 to Winston Upcott.

By then, I was working at Radio Station CJSP in town and thought I needed a better car. I moved up to a 1960 Pontiac four-door hardtop, a much better-looking car. But I never really forgot about my DeSoto.”

Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca

mally received outfits and other stuff like games, toys and, I think one year, even bikes.

Now as grandparents, we can sit back and watch the parents give to the little ones. To say they are spoiled with Easter gifts is probably an understatement but that’s the way it should be.

We’ll supplement that with some chocolate and maybe a little cash or something to play with.

We don’t spend hundreds of dollars because we’ve been there and done that. I don’t begrudge anyone who does, however. If you can afford to shower your grandkids with tons of gifts at Easter, Christmas and birthdays, more power to you.

Four of our five little ones are getting old enough to still be excited about the Easter egg hunts but also be realistic enough to know what’s in store for the day. The littlest one, who is two, is excited about everything right now. She is at that stage where Easter will be a big deal for her.

The older ones are excited to be around each other and share in the family traditions, but as they get older, that will fade and the old folks will take a back seat to sports, friends and video games.

It’s only a matter of time before they are teenagers who may or may not want to spend time with us, so we’ll take it while we can.

We can only hope we’ve made enough of an impression in their early years that their love will overcome any of that teenage angst.

They won’t have the same Easter mem-

ories that I have of my grandmothers, aunts and uncles all getting together over a giant ham with all the trimmings.

But they’ll have their own set of memories that they can cherish for the rest of their lives.

The old cast iron lamb cake pan that my mom used when I was a kid is long retired, and those Big V hollow eggs are all but gone, but the Easter tradition of spending time with family remains the central theme.

Now the kids have Peeps and those small solid chocolate eggs wrapped in foil. Plenty of solid bunnies are still filling the store shelves too.

And of course, gift certificates are always welcomed.

As a kid, if someone gave me a gift certificate I would not have been happy, but it’s a different world for our young ones than it was for us and they will take those certificates and gift cards and get what they want.

We have two nine-year-olds, a sevenyear-old, a six-year-old and a two-yearold in our midst and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.

My late mother doted on her kids and grandkids and would have absolutely doted on these five if she had met them.

As I see them all running around together, having fun and collecting their hidden eggs next weekend, I will pause to think about my mom, because this was right in her wheelhouse. I’ll be sad for a moment, but it will eventually bring a smile, knowing just how much she would have loved being around this excitement.

Eric Carmen was a true rock star

What a sad day for pop music fans last week when pop singer/songwriter Eric Carmen passed away in his sleep at the age of 74. His wife Amy Carmen didn’t give many specifics, but she did say, “He died peacefully over the weekend of March 10th.”

I remember him well when he first got on the airwaves back in 1972 with his group, the Raspberries. While their first release “Don’t Want to Say Goodbye” only lasted two weeks in May on the bottom of the charts, the next song, “Go All the Way”, was on the Billboard Hot 100 for 18 weeks and reached #5. With his smooth high-pitched vocals, it was a winner.

The Raspberries next single, “I Wanna Be With You”, also fared well on the charts reaching #16 in 1973. Although the next three singles didn’t make much noise, the group’s last single together, “Overnight Sensation (Hit Record)”, was indeed a sensation and remained on the charts for 12 weeks

in the fall of 1974, topping out at #18. I remember that explosive tune well, as it was the last song of theirs I heard before flying to England for the next four months.

FLASHBACK RADIO with Chuck

Reynolds

While Eric Carmen left the group and re-established himself as a solo artist in 1975, it was a great surprise for me when I heard his first single, “All By Myself”, while I was playing mid-afternoon tunes on CKSR, the University of Toronto/Scarborough Campus radio station in January of 1976. Now this song was what you’d call a classic hit with a true melodramatic middle section. The interlude was actually based on Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2. Some calls came into the studio asking if it was Paul McCartney. No, it wasn’t, but it was on the charts for 19 weeks and spent three weeks at #2.

Carmen’s next release, “Never Gonna Fall in

Love Again”, was a great song to sing along to, even if it was on the sad side with its melody based on Rachmaninov’s Second Symphony. Over the course of the next 12 years, he had several hits including “She Did It”, “Change of Heart”, “Hungry Eyes” and “Make Me Lose Control”. He also wrote the hits “That’s Rock ’n’ Roll” and “Hey Deanie” for Shaun Cassidy.

While his career days were winding down and many other groups were having the same problems filling the concert halls, Eric joined up for a tour with his buddy Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band.

So while it’s been quite a while since the Rock ’n’ Roll Heaven has added a new member, Eric Carmen truly fits the bill.

1954 DeSoto magazine ad.

South Essex Community Council launches ‘Lend a Hand’ program

By Paul Forman

A great new service for local seniors is now available that will assist those who wish to age in place.

Called ‘Lend a Hand’ and falling under the South Essex Community Council (SECC) umbrella, the program offers free help with light housekeeping, lawn maintenance, safety checkins and snow removal.

Funded by the Government of Canada’s Age Well at Home Initiative, this area is one of 71 across the country that were chosen to host this two-year pilot project.

Project leader Heidi Om-

stead initially made a presentation about the new program to Leamington’s Seniors’ Advisory Committee.

It was so well received that the committee asked if she could make a presentation to the public, which Omstead did on March 13 at Leamington’s Half Century Club.

“We felt it was important to pass information about this program on to the public about what Lend a Hand was all about,” said Advisory Committee member Linda Tiessen-Belch. “It offers many services that allow seniors

to age in their own home.”

Lend a Hand is available to those who are at least 55 years of age or disabled, are economically challenged and live in Wheatley, Leamington or Kingsville.

This new service is completely reliant on help from volunteers such as newcomers, high school students, community members and interest groups.

“We are always looking for new volunteers and they can pick and choose what works for them,” said SECC’s Omstead.

People seeking a volunteer position or interested

in receiving assistance can call South Essex Commu-

nity Council at 519-3268629 or can go to their web-

site secc.on.ca for further eligibility information.

Project leader Heidi Omstead is pictured making a ‘Lend a Hand’ presentation for seniors at the Half Century Club in Leamington. Paul Forman photo

Sweet tastes delight all at annual Maple Festival

By Paul Forman

The Maple Festival at John R. Park Homestead wrapped up on March 16 and 17 with a plethora of

delectable maple treats being served up on Tasters’ Weekend. Hundreds had an opportunity to see the harvesting process from

its beginning stage with the tapping of the trees,

slugging the buckets of sap to the fire for separation and ending with

Community Calendar

God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be,

So He put His arms around you, And whispered, “Come to me.”

Your faith was strong right to the end, God has you in His loving care, And we have you in our hearts forever!

Until we meet again…

Love you and miss you every day, Janet, Justin & Jessica, Amber & Chris, Kelsey & Param and grandchildren

the refined syrup finding its way into butter, tarts, breads and bottles that will slather your favourite stack of pancakes

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20

LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET at 7:00 pm at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N. Speaker: John Barnett. Topic: “Lasagna” gardening. All are welcome to an evening of horticultural fun and fellowship. More info: Jo-Anne Smith 519-322-8809.

THURSDAY, MARCH 21

KINGSVILLE HORTICULTURAL WILL MEET at 7:00 pm at Unico Hall, 37 Beech St., Kingsville. Speaker: Juliette and Albert St. Pierre. Topic: Orchids.

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

KINGSVILLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SEEDY

SATURDAY from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Unico Hall, 37 Beach St., Kingsville. Seeds, crafts for kids, bake sale.

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

FIRST YARD AND BAKE SALE for Erie Wildlife Rescue! ONE DAY ONLY from 10 am to 3 pm. All indoors @ 11168 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor, ON. Great selection of dishes, glassware, artwork, books, games, toys, knickknacks, jewelry and Easter décor and bake sale. Your support of this event will contribute to the purchase of food, caging, medical supplies and services for local wildlife in need of care.

MARCH 24-31

HOLY WEEK SERVICES AT ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ANGLICAN CHURCH ARE: Palm

Sunday (March 24th) 10:30 am; Maundy

Thursday (March 28th) 6:00 pm; Good

Friday (March 29th) 10:30 am; Easter Day (March 31st) 10:30 am. Everyone welcome. 60 Erie St. North, Leamington.

ONGOING

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S

DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www. alanonwindsoressex.com

WESTOVER - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Pre-treatment or after-care program for substance misuse. Do you, a friend or family member struggle with substance misuse? Come learn about the solution process. Drop-in group session. No registration required.

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

FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month. Upcoming dates: April 3 at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9am-1pm & Saturday 9am-12pm, 145 Division St. S. (in Legion parking lot). Closed Sunday, Monday & holidays. Displays include medals from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korea, and much more. Admission by donation. More info: kingsvillemilitarymuseum.ca

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD

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

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

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

WHEATLEY BAPTIST CHURCH - 47 Talbot St.

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

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

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

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

THE PET PANTRY at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church stocks (as available) dog and cat food for struggling pet owners. Take as needed or add pet food to share with others. Monetary donations are gladly accepted and appreciated on Wednesday mornings from 9am-noon or by calling 519326-3966 and leave a message.

T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds SensiblyMeetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 pm. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 pm. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519326-2388. Everyone welcome.

Kingsville’s Levasseur family bought some tasty maple croissants and maple cupcakes from the Iron Kettle tables. Pictured, on the left, Austin and Ashley along with their children Eliza and Matteo, on the right, Noah Allsop from the Iron Kettle in Comber. Paul Forman photos

Emily Wharton was all smiles as she took a turn carrying buckets of sap to the pot over the fire.

Two-year-old Dominik Goddard was a first-time visitor to the homestead and had a ball at the bean bag toss.

TAPPING OF THE CASK

Revellers converged in Kingsville for Irish food and drink at this year’s edition of Dublin Calling St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Grove Brewing Company. An outdoor tent was set up onsite for the festivities featuring live music, while a brand new beer was introduced, brewed specifically for the St. Paddy’s party. Hibernia Irish Cream Ale was brewed in a ten-barrel batch and will be offered for a limited time at the Wigle Avenue restaurant. Above, Grove’s head brewer Donavan McFadden taps the cask to kick off the celebration in the outdoor tent. SUN photo by Paul Forman

WHEN IRISH EYES ARE SMILIN’

Foods of Ireland, the sounds of jigs and reels, and giveaways of golden amber were all part of the merriment at the Cured Craft Brewery Co. this past Sunday. The microbrewery featured a heated patio for patrons and released a new Irish red ale to quench the thirst of partygoers. From left are Patricia Anscombe, Denise Braga, Heather Lebrun, Dave Lebrun, Sergio Braga and Michael Anscombe enjoying their Irish refreshments at Cured Craft Brewery. Sun photo by Paul Forman

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Willis “Bill” Roach

“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.”

1 Corinthians 2:9

Willis “Bill” Roach was called home by his Lord and Saviour on Monday, March 18, 2024. He was the youngest son of Willis and Hazel (nee Chapman) Roach.

Beloved husband and partner in life of Marlene (nee Carter) for 68 years. Loving father of Brian Roach (Sonja) and Debra Roach (Jerry). Adored Grandpa/Gramps of Stephanie Olewski (Mike), Shauna Pavao (Steven) and Crissa Kudroch (Kyle). Proud Pippi of Madelyn, Jared and Owen Pavao, Ella Olewski and Kyrra Kudroch. Dear brother of the late Marjorie MacVicar (late Arnold), late Ward “Bud” (late Effie), and the late Robert (late Doreen). Brother-in-law of the late Jean Arthurs (the late Art), the late Joan Mellow (the late Ralph) and Joyce Mellow (the late Murray). Bill will also be remembered by many nieces, nephews and his church family.

Bill and Marlene were married in 1956 and spent 21 years in the Canadian Armed Forces and retired in Leamington.

Following Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

A funeral service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at the First Baptist Church, 3 Fox Street, Leamington on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. A private family burial will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

As of expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church Leamington (Treasurer’s Fund).

Friends may send condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Mary Lou Malott

After 90 wonderful years, Mary Lou Malott passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

Leamington seeks nominations for Mayor’s Awards

Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Leamington Council are calling upon community members to submit nominations for the third annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards. This prestigious program celebrates and acknowledges individuals, groups, and organizations that have significantly contributed to the Municipality of Leamington, bringing honour and recognition to the community.

The Mayor’s Recognition Awards shine a light on those who have dedicated themselves to excellence, showcasing the best of Leamington across various spheres of community life.

ness the extraordinary achievements and selfless acts of service within our community,” stated Mayor MacDonald. “These awards are a way of saying thank you to those who go above and beyond, making Leamington a place we’re proud to call home.”

The Mayor’s Recognition Awards will honour those who have made outstanding contributions or achieved remarkable milestones in the following categories for the year 2023:

• Athletics Award

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• Outstanding Youth Award

• Innovation Award

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• Community Inspiration Award

• Mayor’s Special Award

The Mayor’s Recognition Awards Committee will select the award recipients, with the exception of the Mayor’s Special Award, which is personally selected by Mayor Hilda MacDonald each year.

The recipients of these awards will be celebrated at a special Council meeting this spring, at which their contributions will be formally recognized.

The Mayor’s Recognition Awards nomination window is open from

March 19, 2024, until April 15, 2024. Members of the public who wish to nominate individuals, groups, or organizations for their contributions in 2023 are encouraged to visit leamington.ca/ awards for more information and to access the nomination form.

The Municipality of Leamington is proud to host the Mayor’s Recognition Awards and looks forward to the community’s participation in celebrating the remarkable individuals who strive to make Leamington a vibrant and inspiring place to live.

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Louie is survived by her husband of 68 years, Keith, who held the love of his life’s hand until the end. Mom will be forever missed by her children Jeff (Kathy), Michael (Janet), Chris (Kelly) and David. The prides of Grandma Lou’s life were her grandchildren Matthew (Anna) Malott, Krislyn (Justin) Imeson, Chelsey (Chris) Fehr, Sarah (Karan) D’Souza, Steven Malott, Keiran Malott, Tristan Malott, and the three greats on the way. Also surviving are her sister Millie McAvoy, sister-in-law Wannetta Malott, fifth son Scott, and several nieces and nephews, all of whom had a place in her heart.

Mary Lou was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and a life-long member of the First Baptist Church of Leamington. After retiring as a teacher of home economics at LDSS, Mary Lou’s life revolved around her family and her quilting. Mary Lou felt very blessed and thankful for all the memories she had of her family and friends.

Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, March 20 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Memorial Service to celebrate Mary Lou’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a children’s charity of your choice, Erie Shores Health Foundation or Erie Shores Hospice, whose kindness over the final weeks of her life is greatly appreciated by her family.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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October 6, 1948 – March 15, 2024

Thanks.Nancy Kay Robertson passed away peacefully on Friday, March 15, 2024 at the age 75.

Loving wife of G. Dennis Robertson for 55 years. Caring mother of Kristen (Jeff) Robertson-Somerville, Kimberly Robertson and Karri (Chris) Sonke, and her late fur baby Snoopy. Proud grandma of Olivia, Kaylin and Morgan, and fur grandma of Duke and Morley.

A special thank you to the staff at Erie Shores HealthCare for their care and compassion. Also, thank you to Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus, especially nurses Olivia, Bonnie and Sonia, and doctors Dr. Khan and palliative Dr. Tyler Jervis.

Nancy was well loved and will be greatly missed by many neighbours, friends and extended family.

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

Cameron Clarke

Cameron Andrew Thompson Clarke, 62 years of age, passed on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in the loving presence of his siblings and their spouses. He fought a lengthy battle with cancer and went peacefully with the support of Erie Shores Hospice.

Survived by his son Tyler, beloved mother Ivah (nee Thompson), his brother Timothy (Sharon) and sister Ellen (Larry LaBute), and nephews Zachary, Thompson, Liam (Alissa, nee Reid) and Carson. Recently predeceased by his caring father, Bruce Clarke.

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Cameron enjoyed spending time with family, hiking and long nature walks. He had a green thumb and treasured a select group of friends.

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Final arrangements are being organized by Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Our family extends a personal thank you to the Reid Family for their care.

A special thanks to the many medical and support staff that allowed Cameron to be comforted at home and at Erie Shores Hospice.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life and private interment will be held later at Victoria Arbour Memorial Gardens in Windsor.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Erie Shores Hospice.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Bridge lessons are available. If interested, call 519-738-4939.

March 15: 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Case Mulder and Derek Parry.

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March 11: North/South - 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Sally Bell and Bob Bell. East/West - 1st Agnes Fraser and Case Mulder, 2nd Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith, 3rd Al Morrison and Shirley Morel.

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March 18: North/South - 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Remi Fournier. East/ West - 1st Al Morrison and Sue Duransky, 2nd Case Mulder and Cathy Mitchell, 3rd Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith.

Russell Alliett

Russell Alliett passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at WRH-Met Campus, at the age of 60 years.

Loving husband of Sandra Drouillard.

Dear father of Ryan (Jill) Drouillard.

Proud grandpa of Scarlett and Ruby. Brother of Tony (Donna) and Rosie (Pat). Brother-in-law of Karen (Chuck) and Pam (late Bob). Russell was born in Chatham to the late Beverley and Margaret Alliett. He will also be remembered by his many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

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Russell was the world’s biggest sports fan! He loved participating in and watching almost any sport. He was a member of numerous golf leagues and baseball teams throughout his whole life and had continued to play for as long as he was able.

In following Russell’s wishes, cremation will take place. Family and friends will gather this summer for a Celebration of Life barbecue. Arrangements entrusted to Kendrick Funeral Home, Wheatley.

If you wish, in memory of Russell, the family would appreciate donations to Erie Shores Hospice, 197 Talbot St. West, Suite 210, Leamington, ON N8H 1N8.

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

WHEATLEY TASK FORCE MEETS

NEW DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

The Wheatley Task Force were pleased to host their first official meeting with new Project Manager, Kyra Knapp. The task force was joined by the Municipality of Chatham Kent’s Bruce McAllister (General Manager of Community Development) and Stuart McFadden (Director of Economic Development) and Councillor Lauren Anderson. Kyra has been hired, in partnership with the Municipality of Chatham-Kent and funded through the Province of Ontario, to help the community recover after the August 2021 explosion. Pictured from left are Stuart McFadden,

Kingsville Friendly Club news

President Bob Bell welcomed 35 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, March 12, welcoming back Ken Bachmeier.

Scores in Bridge: Jean Kuipers 3450, Roy Trowell 3360, Bert Patrick 3290. Euchre: Bill Fielding 84, Robert Boose and Sally Bell 83, John Gerhardt 82. Most lone

hands: Robert Boose and Sally Bell tied with five.

Cribbage: Marie Geeves 1042, Sue Girardin 1024, Bob Bell 1010.

Door prize winners were Bob Bell, Mac Stanley and Gillian Pinkney. Thanks to Clare Shaw for a special 60th anniversary box of Tim Hortons donuts.

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bers out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Friday, March 15, welcoming back Donna LeGrow.

Scores in Bridge: Corinne Ingall 4030, Bert Patrick 3890, Roy Trowell 3150. Euchre: Willy Fittler 97, John Gerhardt 96, Carrie Schultz 88. Most lone hands: Willy Fittler, Brenda Anger and Dave Malley tied with

4. Pepper: Gordon Earl 295, John Bigley 236, Bob Cranston 235. Most peppers: Gordon Earl 7. Door prize winners were Lisa Sabelli, Bob Bell and Annette Cranston. Thanks to Lisa Sabelli for pretzel snacks and cake, and also Dan Kir and Dave Patterson for snacks.

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Kyle Dick, Quinn Bowman, Jen Dawson, Chad Wiper, Kyra Knapp, Lauren Anderson, Crystal Bilinski, Dana Taylor, Mike Untch, Shannon Matheson, Howard Gabert, Bruce McAllister. Photo submitted

LEAMINGTON FAIR Prize List and entry information for

POULTRY EXHIBITOR MUST HAVE PHONE NUMBER AND ADDRESS ON ENTRY FORM RULES:

1. All entries are subject to the general rules of the Leamington Fair Board plus the requirement of this department and are bound by them.

2. Entry forms must be in the hands of the secretary by May 15th, 2024

3. Any bird not listed on the entry form will not be accepted, any or all exhibits showing signs of sickness, will be removed from the showroom and no award or prize will be given.

4. All AOV entries must be correctly named.

5.All entry fees are $0.50 per bird, rabbit etc. Junior entries (18 and under) there is no fee.

6. All exhibits shall be in position for judging before noon on Thursday May 23th, 2024.

7. Exhibits will be accepted Wednesday May 22th, 2024 from 2pm –8:00pm. Feed and water will be supplied by the Board.

8. No one is allowed to enter into a discussion with or interfere with the judges in any way while they are in the performance of their duties. If an Exhibitor wishes to appeal a decision of the Judges, they shall deposit $10 with the Board. If the appeal is upheld, the deposit is returned, if not upheld it shall remain with the Board.

9. Note; any fowl not entered in the correct section or class will be automatically disqualified. Section shall designate #1 Cock, #2 Hen, #3 Cockerel, #4 Pullet in poultry where applicable. #1 Old male, #2 Old female, #3 Young bird in Pigeons, Ducks or other young birds which are difficult to sex. Classes shall designate breed, whether standard, bantam, or other variety, to be shown in space on entry form. In AOV, (any other variety), classes there must be 2 exhibitors to form a class.

10. No exhibit shall be removed prior to 5:00pm on Sunday May 26th, 2024. Anyone who does so must contact the Director in charge. At time of judging, no one is allowed in the building except Judges and the Committee.

Rosette for reserve in class of chickens, waterfowl, pigeons and rabbits.

Sr. Prizes – 1st -$6.00, 2nd-$5.00, 3rd-$4.00

Jr.Prizes – 1st- $4.00, 2nd-$3.00, 3rd-$2.00

Class J1

Bantams: Cock, Hen, Cockerel & Pullet

1. Feather legged

2. Rose Comb

3. Single Comb

4. Old English Game

5. A.O.V.

Standard: Cock, Hen, Cockerel & Pullet

6. Feather Legged

7. Rose Comb

8. Single Comb

9. A.O.V.

Geese: Old Male, Old Female, Young Male, Young Female.

10. A.C. Goose

ADULT ARTWORK & PHOTOGRAPHY

Convenors - Jennifer Robinson, Office

RULES:

1. One entry with membership fee of $3.00

2. Artwork must be an original created by the exhibitor.

3. Artwork must be submitted by Wednesday May 15th, 2024 at the Janette Mulholland Activity Center between 9:00am and 7:00pm.

4. Only one entry to be submitted for each numbered section. Exhibitors bringing in late exhibits will still be allowed to display their work but it will not be judged.

5. Any artwork in the opinion of the judge and the committee that has been exhibited more than two years may be disqualified.

6. All exhibits must have tags filled out with the correct exhibitor’s number

7. Pick up: Exhibitors must make arrangements to claim their exhibits on Sunday May 28th between 5p.m. and 7p.m. NO EXHIBITS ARE TO BE REMOVED BEFORE THIS TIME. No responsibility will be assumed for any exhibit not removed within this time and date.

Prizes 1st -$5,00, 2nd $4.00, 3rd $3.00

1. Oil painting

2. Water colour

3. Drawing – charcoal, pencil or any other medium

4. Ceramics

5. Sculpture

6. Photography - there must be 3 photographs mounted for each category Farm implements Things that are blue

Flowers

Animals

Outhouses Sunsets Smiles

CULINARY ARTS – CLASS 26

Amanda Dunn – Culinary arts Director, Loralee Scratch – Culinary arts director

RULES AND REGULATIONS:

1. Only one entry to be submitted for each numbered section

2. Baking to be shown on unbreakable plates in clear plastic bags. NO TAPE PLEASE

Ducks: Old Male, Old Female, Young Male, Young Female

11. Pekin

12. Rouen

13. Runners A.C.

14. Muscovy A.C.

15. Calls A.C.

16. A.O.V.

Turkeys: Old Male, Old Female, Young Male, Young Female (should be at least 4 months old)

17. A.C. Turkey

Pigeons – each section: Old, Young (Must be Pairs) 18. Pair Home Pigeons 19. Pair Rollers 20. Pair Fancy Clean Legged 21. Pair Fancy Feather Legged 22. Pair Utility

Rabbits: Old Buck, Old Doe, Young Buck, Young Doe

23. New Zealand A.C.

24. Dutch A.C.

25. Lops A.C.

26. Dwarfs A.C.

27. A.O.V. Fancy

28. A.O.V. Meat type

3. Society will not be responsible for the return of personal baking containers

4. All baking or preserves are to be homemade by the exhibitor

5. All jars will be opened by the judges

6. Remove all papers from baking. If entering a item under Any other please specify what the variety is.

8. All entries to be submitted on Wednesday May 22th, 2024 from 9am – 7pm ready for judging in the Janette Mulholland Activity Centre.

9. All prizes except where otherwise stated will be as follows:

1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

10. NO TIES FOR PRIZES

11. .Junior is age 18 and under

Bread - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

1. White – one loaf

2. Whole wheat – 60% - 1 loaf

3. Fruit bread – yeast

4. Any other

5. Any variety Croissants 3 on a plate

6. Cinnamon buns 3 on a plate

7. Homemade bread sticks 3 on a plate

8. Monkey pull apart buns 3 on a plate

9. Tea biscuits 3 on a plate

10. Scones 3 on a plate

11. Buns yeast any variety 3 on a plate

12. Bran muffins 3 on a plate

13.Blueberry muffins 3 on a plate

14. Chocolate – chocolate chip muffins 3 on a plate

15. Create a muffin 3 on a plate

Pies - Prizes are 1st - $14, 2nd - $12, 3rd - $10 (Pies only)

16. Apple – two crusts

17. Strawberry rhubarb – two crusts – Secretary special $20

18. Cherry – lattice top

19. Blueberry – two crusts

20. Chocolate

21. Lemon Meringue

22. Pecan

23. Any other pie not listed

24. Strawberry tarts 3 on a plate

25. Lemon tarts 3 on a plate

26. Butter tarts 3 on a plate

27. Coconut tarts 3 on a plate

28. Cheesecake tarts – any variety 3 on a plate

29. Plate of tarts - three kinds – two of each

30. Any other tarts not listed 3 on a plate

31. Quiche – any variety

Cookies - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

32. Chocolate chip 3 on a plate

33. Peanut butter 3 on a plate

34. Decorated sugar cookies 3 on a plate

35. Molasses cookies 3 on a plate

36. Shortbread 3 on a plate

37. Oatmeal 3 on a plate

38. Thumbprint 3 on a plate

39. Snickerdoodles 3 on a plate

40. Plate of cookies – three kinds – two of each

41. Any other cookie not listed

Cake - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

42. White – 8” round with white frosting

43. Chocolate – 8” round with chocolate frosting

44. Carrot – iced

45. Red Velvet

46. Cheesecake

47. Angel food cake

48. Three-layer cake

49. Decorated cupcake cake Celebrating the Leamington Fair

50. Brownies – 4 cut into 2” squares

51. Date squares – 4 cut into 2” squares

52. Any other squares – 4 cut into 2” squares

53. Cupcakes – 3 decorated

54. Welcome Neighbour tin containing an assortment of baked goods

Candy - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

55. Fudge 4 - 1” pieces

56. Mints 4 pieces

57. Sponge toffee 4 pieces

58. Popcorn balls 4

59. Peanut brittle 4 pieces

60. Any other candy not listed

Home canning - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

61. Strawberry jam – cooked

62. Strawberry Jam - freezer

63. Strawberry jelly

64. Raspberry jam

65. Peach jam

66. Apricot jam

67. Any other variety of Jam

68. Any other variety of jelly

69. Peaches

70. Pears

71. Cherries

72. Sweet pickles

73. Dill pickles

74. Asparagus

75. Beets

76. Pickle relish

77. Sauerkraut

78. Peppers

79. Spaghetti sauce

80. Beans

81. Chili sauce

82. Any other pickled items

Donuts - Prizes 1st -$10, 2nd - $8, 3rd - $6

83. Old fashioned 3 on a plate

84. Apple fritters 3 on a plate

85. Fruit filled 3 on a plate

86. Glazed 3 on a plate

87. FAIR Special any kind 3 on a plate

88. Sour cream 3 on a plate

89. Any other donut 3 on a plate

Junior Culinary Arts – 18 years and younger

90. Three peanut butter cookies on a 6” plate

91. Three chocolate chip cookies on a 6” plate

92. Cookies any other variety

93. Three cake pops

94. Three candy kabobs

95. Muffins –Three any variety

96. Brownies – three on a plate

97. Haystack cookies – three on a 6” plate

98. Cupcakes – three decorated

99. Fudge – two 2” squares

100. Decorated cake celebrating the Leamington fair

101. One loaf homemade bread – any variety

102. Quiche – any variety

103. Rice crispy squares 2 shaped and decorated

104. Tea party treats 4 different kinds on a plate

105. Decorated Christmas cookie – three on a plate

106. Tin of friendship cookies

107. Popcorn Balls

FAIR MAY 24, 25, 26 for Exhibitors, Crafters and Culinary

HOMECRAFTS

Amanda Dunn - Homecraft Director

Loralee Scratch – Homecraft Director

RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. One entry with $3.00 membership

2. Entries are to be submitted by Thursday May 16h, 2024. To the Janette Mulholland Activity Centre. A committee will be prepared to receive entries between 9am and 7pm. Please no exhibits before or after these times.

3. Only one entry to be submitted for each numbered section. Exhibitors bringing in late exhibits will be allowed to display their work but it will not be judged.

4. Any article in the opinion of the judge and the committee that has been exhibited more than 2 years may be disqualified. Judges of this department are authorized by the director of the Society to disregard all soiled, defaced or old work, and award prizes to new and modern work.

5. All exhibits must have tags filled out with the correct exhibitor’s number.

6. NO TIES FOR PRIZES.

7. In case of no competition, unless the exhibit is worthy, the prize may be withheld.

8. Junior is under the age of 18.

9. Pick-up: Exhibitors must make arrangements to claim their exhibits on Sunday May 26thth, 2024 between 4pm and 6pm. NO EXHIBITS ARE TO BE REMOVED BEFORE THIS TIME. No responsibility will be assumed for any exhibit not removed within the time and date specified.

Class 25 Standards for judging entries in Class 25 will be based on colour, harmony, good design, good proportion, suitability of material, workmanship and cleanliness. Prizes except where otherwise stated will be awarded as follows;

1st - $8, 2nd - $6, 3rd - $4

Living Room Accessories

1. Afghan crochet, no less than 40”x 60”

2. Afghan and other technique no less than 40” x 60”.

3. Pillow any kind.

4. Wall Hanging – pieced, maximum size 48” x 60”

5. Wall Hanging – machine applique, maximum size 48” x 60”

6. Wall Hanging – any other technique, maximum 48” x 60”.

Dining Room Accessories

7. Placemats – two any style

8. Table Runner – any technique maximum 48” x 60”

9. Doilies

Kitchen Accessories

10. Potholders – two, quilted

11. Pot Holders – two, novelty

12. Tea towels - set of two

13. Oven door hanger – any technique

Bathroom Accessories

14. Face Cloth

15. Hand towel

16. Decorated guest towel

17. Crochet toilet paper cover

18. Crochet Kleenex box cover

Bedroom Accessories

19. Afghan – baby size, crochet

20. Afghan – baby size knitted

21. Pillowcase – one pair, any technique

22. Miniature quilt – pieced, maximum 24” x 30”

23. Blanket – Any technique – no less than 40” x 60”

24. Doll bed quilt – minimum size 20” x 25” up to a maximum size of 25” x 30” doll bed quilt, any technique, original design – no pattern help. Quilted by maker, hand or machine.

Quilts - Prize money $10 - $8 - $6

25. Quilt – crib size, pieced, machine quilted by maker

26. Quilt – crib size, pieced, professionally machine quilted

27. Quilt – crib size, machine appliqued, machine quilted by maker

28. Quilt – crib size, cheater cloth panel, hand quilted

29. Quilt – crib size, cheater cloth panel, machine quilted by maker

30. Quilt – crib size, any other technique or combination

31. Quilt – lap size, pieced, machine quilted by maker

32. Quilt – lap size, any technique, hand quilted

33. Quilt – bed size, pieced and hand quilted

34. Quilt – hand appliqued – hand quilted

35. Quilt – bed size, pieced, machine quilted by maker

36. Quilt – bed size, pieced, professionally machine quilted

37. Quilt – bed size, appliqued, professionally machine quilted

38. Quilt – bed size, appliqued, machine quilted by maker

39. Quilt – bed size, pieced and appliqued mixed, professionally machine quilted

40. Quilt – hand embroidered quilt any size, machine quilted

41. Quilt – red work, professionally machine quilted, any size

42. Quilt – bed size, any combination of techniques, no cheater, and hand quilted

43. Quilt – bed size, any combination of techniques, no cheater, professionally machine quilted

44. Any quilt, any technique - tied

45. New quilters 1st quilt any size quilted by maker

46. Any group quilt – any technique

47. Quilt – top only – pieced

48. Quilt – top only – any combination of techniques

49. Quilt blocks – 4, mounted minimum 4” x 4”, pieced

50. Quilt blocks – 4, mounted minimum 4’ x 4”, hand appliqued

51. Quilt blocks – 4, mounted minimum, 4” x 4”, any combination

52. Quilt – any technique

Accessories - Prize money 1st - $8, 2nd - $6, 3rd - $4

53. Decorated grapevine wreath

54. Wreath made from articles of nature

55. Wood working any article

56. Jewellery – any article, handmade

57. Jewellery – set of 2 any combination

58. Any recycled art jewelry

59. Doll – hand made, stuffed

60. Purse – any technique

61. Tote bag – quilted

62. Tote bag – any style

63. Felted Article

64. Cross stitch – framed, ready to hang

65. Any other technique – framed picture

66. Infant sweater – bonnet – booties – crochet

67. Any other crochet article

68. Crochet – adult slippers

69. Crochet - animals

70. Infant sweater – bonnet – booties – knitted

71. Knitted sweater

72. Knitted socks

73 Any other knitted article

74. Rug – any technique

75. Recycle a bag – made from and recycled article

76. Any other article made from recycled fabric

77. Any other craft not listed

78. Any article of clothing – sewn – crochet – knitted etc.

Holiday Corner

79. Any three holiday decorations – not made from a kit

80. Holiday wreath – any style

81. Holiday gift bag

82. Table runner – original machine appliqued – Christmas theme –machine quilted by maker

83. Holiday quilt – any technique

84. Holiday placemats – two any style

85. Holiday wall hanging – any technique and or combination – no cheater – machine quilted by maker

From bygone days

86. A collection of old keys – 8 or more on a tray

87. 4 items from Gramma’s trunk

88. 6 different items from Gramma’s cupboard

89. A collection of old postcards

90. 4 items from Grandpa’s trunk

Senior Section – 60 & over

91. Potholders – 2 any style

92. Apron – any technique

93 Any article of knitting

94. Any article of crochet

95. Any article of needlepoint & cross stitch

96. One quilt block – mounted – any technique

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99.

100.

101.

Junior

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102.

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104.

105.

106.

107.

108.

109.

113. Any other creative article

114. Design a case for your electronic device – any technique

115. Design a bookmark from any material

116. Lego creation

117. Duct tape article

118. Pillow case – sewn

119. Embroidery floss bracelet

120 Recreate a game from bygone days

121. Mud pie (most creative)

122. Floral designs using footwear

123. Different styles of Barbie clothes using nature

124. 20 different weed seeds

125. Crochet any article

126. Knitted any article

SPECIALS

For Erie Shores Quilters Guild members only.

PRESIDENT’S CHALLENGE: Quilts that say something. Quilts with words. - Prize amounts for this commemorative 175th special 1st -$50, 2nd - $35, 3rd - $25,

COMMERCIAL DISPLAYS 2024

$20 $15 $10 $ 5

1. Honey - Display to have at least one jar of honey and at least two processed items.

2. Strawberries - Display to have Strawberries and at least 3 processed items.

3. Eggs - Display to have one dozen Eggs and at least 4 processed items. As and educational Display.

4. Milk - Display to have a milk container and at least six products containing milk.

5. Greenhouse - Display to contain any combination of crops grown in a Greenhouse as well as processed items.

4-H DISPLAYS $20 $15 $10 $7

LIFE SKILLS

1. Attracts Attention

2. Holds Interest

3. Conveys Message

4. General Appearance

5. Workmanship

ANIMALS

1. Attracts Attention

2. Effective Title

3. Suitable Subject

4. Holds Interest

5. Convers Interest

PET SHOW

SATURDAY MAY 25TH, 2024

Convenor; Reg Mulholland

Please bring your pets we want them to participate. You dress them up, now show them off! Entries will be taken the morning of the pet show. All pets are to be brought to the fairgrounds, under the pavilion by 9:30 a.m. Pets will be judged at 10:00am Prizes: 1st - $10, 2nd - $7, 3rd - $5, 4th - $3.

CATEGORIES

Live Pets

1. Animal with the longest tail

2. Animal with the longest ears

3. Animal with the waggiest tail

4. Best pet/owner look-a-like

5. Most unusual pet

6. Mystery category---to be announced at the event

7. Most social pet

8. Pet most resembling President Tammy Wiper

9. Pet the judges would like to take home

Stuffed Animals

1. Largest

2. Most unusual

3. Best loved

TURK AND BEAUP LONG-STANDING TRADITION

Legion News Br. 324

Wheatley Legion’s Turk ’n Beaup St. Patrick’s celebration was held Saturday, March 16 at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop with lots of extra draws. It was a great afternoon of family, friends and fellowship.

A big shoutout to Lil Hil’s for hosting, which allows Br. 324 to continue this popular tradition, and to the Beaupre and Dibbley families, all the volunteers, bagpipers Mike Hicks and Pete Scorrar, Jocelyn Getty for making the Irish stew, and everyone who attended.

The Meat Draw winners were Judy Pickle (2),

The volunteer group Concerned Citizens of Wheatley is hosting their

Sam Hyrniuk (2), Sherry Chambers, Dixie Hunter, Julie Reid, Ricky Simpson, Autumn Jones, Kay Prudence and Don Hunter, who also won the L.A. 50/50 draw.

There were an additional 22 bonus draws for Irish-themed prizes, courtesy of the Dibbley and Beaupre families.

The next Meat Draw is Saturday, March 23 at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop. Tickets go on sale at 3 p.m. with draws starting at 3:30.

The Wednesday, March 20 (tonight) general meeting has been cancelled and will be rescheduled to a later date.

next public meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot St. E., Wheatley.

These monthly town hall gatherings provide an opportunity for residents and business owners to hear and discuss the latest status from other community interest groups and representatives from the municipality.

This event is open to the public with refreshments available.

Recent topics on the agenda are the redevelopment of Wheatley’s downtown, the Talbot Road East detour, upgrades to the Wheatley Area Arena, new businesses and upcoming events.

Also on the agenda will be the election for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions for the coming year.

It was a full house at Wheatley Legion’s Turk ’n Beaup St. Patrick’s celebration held Saturday, March 16 at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop. In the photo on the left are Roxanne Dibbley (left) and her daughter Rose Faiella and on the right are Sandra Beaupre Wolf and her daughter Rogue Wolf. In the photo on the right, Kraig Lamb got in the spirit of things at Wheatley Legion’s Turk ’n Beaup St. Patrick’s celebration.

Photo submitted

Looking back ...

From the Leamington Post March 19, 1975

A safety award was presented to personnel of the Leamington Post Office on Friday last week in recognition of 100,000 accident-free hours of operation. There have been no mishaps since August 3, 1971, a record credited to the safety procedures of employees and their health and safety committee. D.B. Ladd of Blenheim has recently been appointed new Postmaster in Leamington, succeeding J.A. Weir, who has been reassigned to London.

Most visitors to Point Pelee National Park associate the park wardens with law enforcement and public safety. These pursuits form only a small part of their duties, especially during the period from October through April. These duties include a muskrat study, weather data, destruction of duck blinds, studies of exotic species and deer studies. Chief Park Warden Ray Knight has been supervising a continuing project on exotic trees with help from wardens Rick Hollingsworth and Dan Reive.

Jill Hodgson, nine-year-old daughter of Bruce and Marjorie Hodgson of Leamington, took home the gold medal from the South Western Ontario Optional Gymnastics Championships held at St. Clair College on March 15. Jill’s twin, Judy, placed third on the beam and sixth overall.

Near-capacity audiences applauded the 21st annual carnival of the Leamington Figure Skating Club at both shows on the weekend. Upwards of 200 young people were involved in the colourful show which featured Carolyn Skoezen, the Canadian runner-up champion for Novice this year. The carnival theme was Fairy Tales and Things, produced and choreographed by club pro Jack Turney and his assistant Lori Zimney.

The Leamington Mic Macs outscored the Wheatley Omsteads 6-4 Thursday night at the Leamington Arena to take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five Seaway Intermediate Hockey League series. Paul Child and Dave Ginter picked up two goals apiece for the winners. Singles went to Bob Whittle and Tim Crawford. Four players shared the scoring for Wheatley, Keith Omstead, Dave Omstead, Steve Price and Andy Herring.

Leamington Sertoma defeated Hilltop Restaurant 5-1 in a sudden-death playoff game in the Peewee Division of the Leamington District Minor Hockey Association, and in doing so qualified for the Peewee championship. Pete Neufeld and Herb Bernhardt sparked the winners with two goals each, while Robbie Garant scored the other. Owen Stokes replied for Hilltop.

From the Kingsville Reporter March 20, 1975

The Kingsville and Gosfield South Arena was entered and approximately $200 stolen early Monday morning. The compressor door at the rear of the arena was forced open to gain entry and once inside the building, the office door at the

front of the arena was broken open and the cashbox taken.

The Kingsville Atom hockey team travelled to Brussels over the past weekend to participate in the second annual tournament sponsored by the Optimist Club of Brussels. After losing their first game 4-2 to the host team, the Kingsville A.E. Cox Construction team came on strong in the second contest to defeat Central Howich 9-1. The squad was to play in the consolation final on Sunday, but reports have yet to come in. In the Brussels game, Kingsville’s Tom Knight took MVP honours, while in the second game Knight and teammate Danny Pinsonnault each scored hat tricks.

The KDAAA met on Thursday evening in the municipal hall with 11 present. The vice president, Sonny Stomp, chaired the meeting. Chris Gerstheimer, chairman of the soccer committee, announced the soccer program for 1975 will accept registrations for 7-17 years of age. All players registering for tennis will be advised by letter at the start of the tennis program. Jim France, chairman of the travelling league committee, is preparing to provide teams with coaches and managers. Anyone interested in coaching or managing a travelling baseball team, please contact Jim. Doug Sellars, chairman of the hockey committee, reported that all travelling teams have been eliminated from OMHA playdowns and all league games completed. Travelling league playoffs will begin soon, with the house league now having three games left.

From The Wheatley Journal

The following are snippets from the booklet Random Samplings, published in 1995 to commemorate The Wheatley Journal’s 100th anniversary.

April 27, 1883: A.B. Lounsbury established his butcher shop along with his pedlar’s trade, travelling throughout the area with a horse and wagon. In addition to the sale of meat products, he installed a bone grinder. Ground bone meal sold at 25¢ for 10 pounds and was in great demand by poultry breeders as an excellent source of food for laying hens.

1897: Printed cups and saucers 25¢ to 50¢ a dozen. Tea plates at 35¢ a dozen, and dinner plates from 35¢ to 60¢ a dozen, bowls and pitchers away down. Call and see the cheap counter at A.F. Jones, Wheatley.

July 6, 1899: Highest cash price paid for good clean wool at the Wheatley Elevator. Wool must be free from burrs.

1899: Messrs. McLean and Mills have just completed a fine sail boat to add to their fishing outfit and are now busy building a scow. When completed they will have an outfit second to none.

November 16, 1899: T.S. Derbyshire, our hustling tinsmith, has put up over 6,200 feet of eavestroughing since last spring. Scott is a hustler and his work always gives satisfaction.

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

kingsvillearchives@gmail.com

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

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

March 1994 - Larkell Bradley made the presentation of a plant to Dennis Ribble, manager of the recently opened “Let’s Eat Fish” retail fish outlet on Erie Street South, Wheatley.

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

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.

The fishing boat Elsie Mae, with Paul Royka and crew on board, breaking through the ice at the Kingsville Harbour, mid March 1996, beginning the next fishing season by setting out to place nets in the lake.

The Leamington, Mersea and South Gosfield Agricultural Hall as seen in 1916 when the new agricultural and exhibit building was opened on the Wilkinson property which was further north of the original site. The original fairgrounds took up an entire block running from what would become Wellington Street to the west and going east to what was then an unnamed Victoria Street and from Nelson Street to Clark Street East.

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Church Office Administrator. Responsible for office management, record keeping, and clerical assistance. Commencing June 1 2024. Email to wheatleyunited@bellnet.ca. mr13-20

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

- Parish office, assisting the Wardens, Council and Clergy in the ministry of the Parish. Will liaison with the bookkeeper, envelope secretary and caretaker. Need to become familiar with Canon and Safe Church policies. Must be pleasant and pastorally sensitive to all who enter or communicate by phone. Confidentiality is a must. Police check required (we supply). Computer literacy required. Please email resume to stjohnsleamington@ diohuron.org. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. mr13-20

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

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For information or to apply, visit “Employment Opportunities” on our website or call 519-255-6515. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

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Notice of aPublic Meeting to Consider a Zoning By-law Amendment

Take notice that the Municipality of Leamington is undertaking a municipally initiated HousekeepingZoning By-law AmendmentZBA No. 303to be considered by Council under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P. 13.

And further that Council will hold a public meeting to consider the application which applies to landsin the Municipality of Leamington.

Date:

Time:

Location:

Theapplication will be heard by Council on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 6:00 PM

Leamington MunicipalBuilding,CouncilChambers,111 Erie Street North, Leamington, OntarioN8H 2Z9

You may view the meeting on the Municipality’s website at leamington.ca/live.

The purpose ofZBA No. 303 is to addressmultiple items in Zoning By-law 890-09,as amended.Theyare as follows:

The barrier-free parking requirementsin Subsection4.38 Parking Area Requirements will be amended to unify local requirements with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

A definition for Donation Centre will be added to the list of Definitions and as a permitted use in the Commercial Uptown Zone (C1).

A definition for Commercial Deck will be added to the list of Definitions.

A definition for Food Truck will be added to the list of Definitions, and the permitted zones where Food Trucks are permitted will be made consistent with Municipal By-law 05-19,which is a by-law to provide for licensing and regulating businessesin the Municipality of Leamington. Minor administrative errors will be corrected.

Zones will have further permitted uses added to meet the community's needs and bring Zoning By-law 890-09, as amended, into line with other municipal by-laws. Definitions will be added to define terms identified in Zoning By-law 890-09, as amended, that do not currently have definitions associated with them.

Any person may make written and/or verbal comments either in support of or in opposition to the amendment.

Please note that the Municipality of Leamington has transitioned its Council meetings to a hybrid meeting with a mix of in-person attendees and remote meeting participants. Members of the public now have the option of participating in Council meetings either inperson at the Leamington Municipal Building or electronically via Zoom.

Take notice that the

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is undertaking a

initiated Zoning By-law

No. 302to be considered by Council under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P. 13.

And further that Council will hold a public meeting to consider the application which applies to landsin the Municipality of Leamington.

Theapplication will be heard by Council on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 6:00 PM

Location:

Leamington MunicipalBuilding,CouncilChambers,111 Erie Street North, Leamington, OntarioN8H 2Z9

You may view the meeting on the Municipality’s website at leamington.ca/live.

The purpose ofZBA No. 302 is to create zone provisions for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) on parcels ofurban residential land as permitted by the Planning Act; by adding anew subsection to Section 4 –GeneralProvisions of Zoning By-law 890-09,as amended called 4.1.1Additional Dwelling Units. ZBANo.302 will also add definitions to Section 3–DefinitionsofZoning By-law 890-09, as amended to define the term Parcel of Urban ResidentialLandand other terms thatwill be added inSection 4.1.1.

Any person maymake written and/or verbalcommentseither in supportofor in opposition tothe amendment.

Please note that the Municipality of Leamington has transitioned its Council meetings to a hybrid meeting with a mix of in-person attendees and remote meeting participants. Members of the public now have the option of participating in Council meetings either inperson at the Leamington Municipal Building or electronically via Zoom.

pating electronically via Zoom, you must register in advance by completing the Request to Appear as a Delegate form on the municipal website at leamington.ca/delegation prior to 12:00 PM on the date of the meeting. You will be contacted by the Clerk’s Department and provided information on how to join the meeting electronically. You will need access to a computer or tablet with internet service or a telephone.

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Flyers sweep Raiders with pair of OT wins

By C. Scott Holland

After a first taste of playoff overtime before 1,044 fans here on Thursday, March 14, the Leamington Flyers topped that with a come-from-behind game four thriller on Saturday to sweep their firstround series over Georgetown.

In that fourth game, the Flyers unexpectedly found themselves down 5-3 in the third but rallied to tie it and quickly won the game in overtime.

Thursday’s game was a one-goal affair and one which the Flyers might have won in regulation except for a Georgetown goal with 52 seconds left that knotted the game and sent the contest to a nail-biting overtime frame that went nearly its full length. The Flyers scored the game-winning goal over 18 minutes into extra time to win the game 3-2 and lead the series 3-0.

The opening period was scoreless as the Flyers tested Raiders’ starter Aiden Berry 17 times while Leamington’s Gatto handled only four shots.

At 1:19 of the second, Raiders’ forward Kristian Lamanna sliced a low shot from the left lane that skipped past Gatto, making it 1-0 Georgetown.

The contest remained that way until the Flyers’ dented Berry’s armour at 6:56 of the third period when Matthew Thomas and Landon Bernard connected passes to Brayden Degelas, who rifled a shot from the top of the slot that knotted the contest.

Like in the opening frame, the Flyers offense dominated the period, outshooting Georgetown 18-7. With Nathan Leek

sidelined for a boarding penalty, the Flyers had two shorthanded oddman rushes but did not score on either one. A third shorthanded breakaway was the charm as Cayden Faust raced down the ice, closed in on Berry, and backhanded the go-ahead goal. The Flyers’ defense kept the Raiders off-stride until Georgetown was able to pull Berry for an extra-attacker with 1:25 remaining in the period.

At 19:08, Georgetown’s Cole Zurawski beat Gatto to send the game to overtime.

Georgetown had plenty of quality chances during the first five minutes but once again Gatto proved his worth as he made some outstanding saves.

During the overtime’s second half, the Flyers’ offense got hungry and the battles for puck possession were quite intense.

Late in the frame the Flyers unleashed a relentless attack pressuring the Raiders’ defense. Leamington reaped the results at 18:09 when Cade Bell tried knocking the puck past Berry from in close. But Berry fell to the ice and Chris O’Flaherty was right there to slip the puck past him and win the game for the Flyers.

Saturday at Georgetown for game four, the Flyers fell behind 2-0 in the first period and narrowed it to 2-1 in the second before a wild third period that saw the Flyers score four times and the Raiders three.

For goalie Sebastian Gatto and his defense, it wasn’t their best effort but when it came down to the later stages of the third and the overtime, he

got the job done.

Anthony Ciaramitaro started the Flyers’ scoring early in the second on a powerplay.

Griffin Grundner tied the game 2-2 two minutes into the third, and minutes later Cam Arquette put the Flyers ahead.

That lead did not last long as three Raiders’ tallies made it a 5-3 contest by the eight-minute mark. The Flyers rally got into gear at 16:12 when Chris O’Flaherty’s goal drew Leamington to within one.

Arquette fired his second of the game to tie it 24 seconds later.

In the overtime captain

Cayden Faust potted a rebound from the right side after Matthew Thomas and Arquette laid the groundwork.

With the 4-0 series win, the Flyers will now face the second-place Milton Menace who beat Burlington.

Stayed tuned to local media for the upcoming schedule.

SWOC holding annual Big Buck Show

The Southwest Outdoor Club’s annual Big Buck Sportsmen’s Show will take place on Saturday, April 20 at Tilbury Arena.

The show will feature 75 hunting and fishing vendors, award-winning taxidermy displays and plenty for the whole family to do, with a live trout fishing pond and archery shoot for the kids to participate in.

Admission is $5 per person with kids 12 and under admitted for free. Scoring for all buck racks, moose racks, bear skulls and turkey beards,

done by F.R.O.W., will take place. Drop off your entries on Friday, April 19 from noon to 6 pm or Saturday, April 20 from 10 am to 1 pm. Trophies will be presented on Saturday at 3:30 pm.

The Beasley brothers from Monster Whitetail Magazine will also be on hand to meet and greet attendees.

The annual ATV draw will also take place at the show, with the proceeds to the Southwest Outdoors Club. The $50 raffle tickets are available at Comber Rona, Oliveira Equipment, Economy Rental, and Bowman Feed and Supply.

Flyer Cam Arquette (#10, top left) lunges for a loose puck, while Alex Cunningham is hampered in front of Georgetown goalie Aiden Berry during last Thursday night’s 3-2 overtime victory in front of 1,044 fans. Scott Holland photo

Canadiens eliminate short-handed Sharks in semi-final sweep

Let’s talk about maple syrup season

The maple syrup season is here and gone, which is a sure sign of spring being just ahead of us, although this winter has not really been that bad.

Maple syrup is a truly Canadian product, as we produce 70 percent of the total world’s supply. Quebec produces nearly 90 percent of this and Ontario 10

percent, while Nova Scotia and New Brunswick produce most of the remainder.

In Canada, the value of maple products (sugar, butter and syrup) is around $500 million. There are more than 11,000 maple farms in Canada and 47 million taps. That is a lot of taps in the trees!

In the fall, the sugar maple lays down concentrated sugars in the rays of the tree (groups of cells that carry and store nutrients). These sugars mature during winter and are harvested while the frost is still in the ground. The sap flow is stimulated in spring as the days become warmer and temperatures rise above 0 degree C during daylight, followed by below-freezing nights.

This year, with the warmer temperatures, the amount of sap flow was much lower than usual, so some producers only saw one-third of their usual

maple syrup production. Within the tree, positive pressures created by temperatures above 0 degree C produce a natural flow of sap. When a tree’s internal pressure is greater than the pressure outside, its sap will flow out of a tap drilled into the tree –or out of a broken limb or split in the bark. The clear sap rushes out of these taps and into the collection system.

As pressure in the tree drops during the day, the sap flow slows down and stops. Negative pressure is now within the tree, and it begins to absorb water

By Greg Coulter

Despite the heroic acrobatic efforts of netminder Ethan Handley, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks, icing a lineup wrought with injuries, proved to be no match for the Lakeshore Canadians, bowing out in four straight games.

With key forwards and defensemen unable to dress, several injured players suited up in a valiant effort to stave off elimination. Game scores were 4-0, 3-2, 2-0 and 7-1.

Even with the daunting task at hand, the Sharks battled stride for stride in every game and each match was either tied or saw only a one-goal differential at the midway point of the second period.

Game three was a single tally difference at the midway point of the third. Even the game four 7-1 loss was not out of reach until a third of the way through the final frame.

Overagers Isaac Legood, with two, and Shannon Olson could only manage to hit the scoresheet.

Coach Josh Carnevale had nothing but praise for the effort put forth by his squad.

“Proud of the effort of everyone that suited up, some dressing despite their injuries and gave it everything they had,” he said. “We feel overall we enjoyed a successful season.”

The Sharks organization is very much appreciative of the community support they continue to receive each year. A big part of the team’s success is all the office behind-the-scenes team officials, trainers and the enthusiasm of game day announcer Darren Taylor.

through its root system. The next day, as the tree warms up, positive pressure is restored, creating another sap flow.

The process continues for about six weeks in early spring, between March and April. At the end of that time, the sap takes on a cloudy appearance, and the sugar content drops off dramatically.

During the height of the sugaring season, sap contains between two to five percent sugar. Near the end of the season, sap contains less than one percent sugar. During the maple

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Kim Cooper

harvest, a tree will release about seven percent of its sap. Tests confirm this does no long-term damage to the tree. Many tapped trees are well over 100 years old.

In Chatham-Kent and Essex County there are several maple syrup producers who produce their own maple syrup and maple sugar products. You can find these on the Buy Local Buy Fresh maps. Let’s support local producers whenever we can.

Just some food for thought.

A familiar sight in each of the Sharks semi-final series was an aggressive offensive attack by Lakeshore. Goaltender Ethan Handley was rock solid in each game, averaging over 35 shots per match as the Sharks worked hard to give him protection and clear sight lines. With injuries piling up as the playoffs wore on, the offence could not get untracked and the Sharks have been eliminated. Greg Coulter photo