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By Mark Ribble Friends and family of Herb Enns think he should go to the casino or buy a lottery ticket after a rare and unusual ‘find’ on his Road 8 farm last week.

As luck would have it, he found something — totally by accident — that he thought he’d never see again.

The former Leamington councillor moved into town about six years ago from the family farm on the 8th Concession east of Blytheswood.

The Enns family had farmed the land there for many years.

Prior to the move, Herb remembers losing a magnetic bracelet he had been wearing for a few years.

“The guy I bought it from told me it would help me live a long life,” he laughed.

Last week he was visiting the farm and going around the field with a shovel testing the depth of the soil when he suddenly heard a ‘clink’.

“It was the third spot I put my shovel in,” he said. “I reached down to see what I’d hit and there it was.”

The bracelet was pretty dirty and slightly tarnished but in otherwise good shape for being underground for over six years.

“I cleaned it up and put it back on my wrist,” he said.

“To think that out of these 50 acres, I would put the shovel in the exact spot where the bracelet was — that’s incredible.”

This is not the first time that missing jewellery has turned up on the farm, he says.

“Years ago, we had a family from Quebec who was helping us harvest tomatoes,” he said. “The lady dropped her Timex watch somewhere along the way and wasn’t able to find it.”

The following spring — as he was applying nitrogen to the field — something caught his eye in the distance.

It was reflecting off the sun.

“I went to the spot where the glare was coming from and there was her watch,” he said. “It was still working too.”

Now, he’s hoping that luck will rub off on yet another lost piece of jewellery on the farm. His father lost his gold Bulova watch from Schmidt Jewellers on the farm during the 1960s and never recovered it.

“I’m still waiting,” says Herb. “Maybe someday it’ll turn up.”

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Accessibility Committee honours late member

— Submitted — To mark this year’s National AccessAbility Week, the Leamington Accessibility Advisory Committee wishes to honour one of its beloved former members — Donald Giesbrecht (1965-2020).

Never underestimate a person in a wheelchair.

Faced with a hereditary disease known as progressive myelopathy, Donald lived his life in his electric wheelchair and adapted van.

Donald faced his physical challenges with a positive and realistic attitude, a deep faith, life goals and dreams. He and his wife of 23 years travelled everywhere and experienced the good and the bad of accessibility.

This did not deter them from making a difference right here at home in Leamington.

Donald was an active member of the Leamington Accessibility Advisory Committee for over 20

years.

He was dedicated to improving accessibility and increasing the opportunities to live life fully for all people facing physical barriers.

During his years on the committee, Donald was a part of many accomplishments including creation of an accessible seating area at the arena, improving washrooms and walkways at the marina, and improving parking spaces with well-marked

Donald Giesbrecht’ honorary bench on the Seacliff Park boardwalk. Inset is a closeup of the commemorative plaque on the bench.

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Donald was a smart and innovative person.

Many who knew Donald may recall the time he converted a half Heinz onion barrel into a plow that he affixed onto the front of his wheelchair and steered it with ropes.

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One of Donald’s dreams was to support the development of a baseball program, adapting equipment and the field for people in wheelchairs.

He was also interested in creating a full-season fully accessible park ground to attract tourists

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LDSS participates in United Way vehicle giveaway

By Mark Ribble United Way’s Rebuilding Wheels Rebuilding Lives campaign made its way to Leamington last week as Leamington District Secondary School got involved with the program for the first time.

On Wednesday, May 18, two vehicles that were refurbished in the auto shop at E.J. Lajeunesse Catholic High School in Windsor, were given to two families in need.

On Thursday, May 19, the auto technology students and teachers at LDSS unveiled a Chrysler mini-van which went to a Leamington family that is new to Canada.

According to United Way Windsor-Essex County’s Program Director Liam Giles-Hayes, the program started with just an idea in 2014.

“This is the 15th vehicle to be donated from the program,” he said. “But the first that LDSS has been involved in.”

The vehicles are donated to United Way through the program and then sent to the participating high schools who then refurbished the vehicle using their automotive

students.

The student mechanics benefit from the work on a real life project that also supports the community.

Mark Dewhurst, Transportation Technology teacher at LDSS, said that he reached out to United Way to get involved.

“We’ve got everything we need here, so why don’t we see what we can do for others,” he said.

The cooperation of LDSS — along with Leamington Chrysler, John’s Auto and D&T Auto Parts — made this dream come true for the young family of Roberto and Paulina Martinez Morales.

The couple and their three children live in Leamington, but Paulina faces challenges getting to and from St. Clair College.

“We’re new to Canada,” said Paulina. “This vehicle will help me obtain a diploma from St. Clair College as well as provide transportation to English classes for my husband and extra-curricular activities for my three children.”

The Morales family is from Mexico and were

very thankful to all involved.

“I want to thank the whole team who made this possible,” said Paulina. “This is a great opportunity, and we are all very grateful to be part of the Leamington community.”

The program has been around since 2014 and engaged about 440 students in the endeavour while delivering 15 much needed vehicles to families in Windsor-Essex.

If you are interested in donating a vehicle to this worthwhile cause, contact United Way at 519259-6169. A charitable tax receipt can be provided.

LDSS student mechanic Gary Wanthorpe hands the keys to Paulina Martinez Morales at the school on Thursday, May 19.

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

MEET THE CANDIDATES – CHATHAM-KENT LEAMINGTON Editor’s Note: Over the past two weeks, the Southpoint Sun reached out to all local candidates running in the upcoming Provincial Election, with a request for a short bio and brief answers to questions about economic recovery, housing, climate change, racism/

Audrey Festeryga - Liberal

Audrey Festeryga was born and raised on the family farm in Leamington and graduated from Leamington District Secondary School, McMaster University and Queen’s University Law School. She and her husband Peter are parents of two grown children.

Ms. Festeryga practices law, operates a small business and has extensive human resources experience at Leamington District Memorial Hospital and the Leamington Mennonite Home.

She also knows what it’s like to face adversity.

“In early 2014, I was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Following a course of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, I made a complete recovery,” she said.

She feels that the cost of living is the most pressing issue as the region emerges from under the COVID pandemic.

“The Liberals have a fully costed plan that will grow the economy and create an Ontario that people can afford to live in while still balancing the Budget by 202627,” she says.

Highlights of that plan include raising minimum wage, increasing ODSP and cutting small business taxes for two years. Also, she points to the $10 a day childcare plan and the hiring of 10,000 more teachers.

As for the housing crisis, she says that first-time home buyers cannot afford to get into the housing market.

“The status quo can’t continue, so we have to move fast,” she says.

When it comes to cli-

mate change, she feels that young people are leading the charge.

“Our young people, rightfully, are demanding that we fix the climate problems they are inheriting,” she says.

“Liberals will do more than put stickers on gas pumps,” she says.

She also feels that it’s important to educate ourselves to the plights and injustices toward Indigenous people.

“In my youth, I regret missing local opportunities to understand and embrace my First Nations classmates,” she said.

As for the local issue involving the Wheatley explosion, Ms. Festeryga feels the Ford government did not act quickly enough to help the impacted citizens of Wheatley.

“The disaster of the Wheatley explosion continues to hurt my heart,” she says. “Had I been the MPP, I would have, together with the municipality, initiated Disaster Relief efforts, funding and followed up with residents problem-solving outstanding concerns – regardless of whether big or small. And would make myself available 24/7.”

Trevor Jones Progressive Conservative

Trevor Jones was born and raised in Leamington and received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History in 1997 and his Master of Arts in 2001 from the University of Windsor.

In 2002, Trevor became a Constable with the Ontario Provincial Police, working in both the Chatham-Kent and Essex County detachments before being promoted to Sergeant in 2009.

After 16 years of honourable service in law enforcement, Trevor joined Mastronardi Produce Limited in Essex County as Director of Procurement and then Senior Director of Emerging Operations.

Trevor and his wife Najet have three children and they reside in Leamington.

Trevor’s campaign was sent the same questions as the other candidates, but unfortunately did not get them back before press time.

Jennifer Surerus Green Party The Sun reached out to Jennifer’s campaign but did not get a response to the questionnaire.

reconciliation, and where applicable, the situation in Wheatley.

Responses varied and were edited for space in some cases so that each candidate who responded was allotted a simlar amount of space.

Rhonda Jubenville New Blue Party

The New Blue Party candidate in Chatham-Kent Leamington, Rhonda Jubenville, was born and raised in Chatham, where she has raised two adult children in the public education system.

Ms. Jubenville has been involved with her family business for over 43 years, a successful mom and pop building supply/lumber yard that has served Chatham-Kent and Lambton with pride and professionalism.

She has served as president of the Catholic Women’s League, on Chatham Figure Skating Board and has been involved with ministries within the Catholic Church for many years.

“I am a woman of integrity and honesty with the conviction to always do what is right, even if it is not popular,” she says. “I do not back down from those who bully.”

Ms. Jubenville says she’d like to see the riding make a full economic and social recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic immediately.

“We will fight to end all COVID-19 mandates, including a complete repeal of Doug Ford’s emergency measures, a ban on COVID-19 passports, and restitution for those harmed by emergency measures applied by provincial government,” she adds.

She says the New Blue Party will fight against further lockdowns and mandates that are planned for this fall, believing that no science was followed when lockdowns were implemented previously.

As to the current housing

Brock McGregor is currently a municipal councillor in Chatham-Kent, where he was first elected in 2014.

He has been budget chair for council since 2018. He’s also served on the Chatham-Kent Board of Health since 2014 and is the president of Rise House International.

When asked about what he feels this riding needs coming out of the pandemic, McGregor says that the last two-and-a-half years have been extremely difficult for the community.

“That difficulty was made worse by the Ford government’s decisions to prioritize big box stores over small retailers, to chronically under-fund healthcare, and to keep our kids being out of school for the most days of any jurisdiction in North America,” he says. “We are going to invest in people – universal mental health care, taking the profit out of longterm care, and supporting

crisis, Ms. Jubenville believes that the New Blue Party can help with certain measures.

“Zoning changes in some areas would be an important part of increasing density. Our area is restrictive and delayed when trying to obtain building permits in a timely manner.”

While the New Blue Party does not have a specific plan to combat climate change, Ms. Jubenville says that they acknowledge that climate change is very real and has been happening for hundreds of years, but current governments are not helping.

“Taxing people at the gas pumps or on their personal taxes will not reduce climate change,” she says.

When speaking to racism and reconciliation, she says that the New Blue Party will eliminate critical race theory from the schools in Ontario, which leads to further division among staff and students.

On the subject of the Wheatley explosion, she believes that the province acted too slowly to help the people of Wheatley. “The municipality acted quickly at the onset of this disaster, but the province dragged its heels and continues to do so,” she said.

Rick Nicholls - Ontario Party Rick Nicholls was born, raised and resides in Chatham and had over 14 years of corporate experience.

Rick founded and operated the Nicholls Training Group, travelling extensively throughout Canada and the USA for a number of years before deciding to run in the provincial election in 2011.

Rick has represented Chatham-Kent-Leamington for over 10 years and, while in government, he was the Government Deputy Speaker of the Ontario Legislative Assembly.

When in opposition he held several different critic roles covering tourism, sports, culture and community safety, and corrections.

For personal reasons, he left the PC party and joined a party that best represented his personal values, the Ontario Party, where he is currently the Deputy Leader.

Rick is married and with his wife Dianne they have three children and five grandchildren.

The Ontario Party plans to immediately end any remaining mandates and pass legislation that outlaws the government’s ability to impose lockdowns. Businesses and organizations that fired staff due to vaccine non-compliance will be required to rehire them.

On the housing crisis, Mr. Nicholls says plans to introduce urban planning reform, where property owners will be given more freedom to construct two- and four-unit residential buildings amidst neighbourhoods traditionally reserved for single-family homes.

He would also establish an Ontario-focused foreign purchasing ban on residential homes.

As for climate change issues, he says the Ontario

Party believes that we need to focus on areas that actually work, which will result in cleaner air, cleaner water and cleaner soil.

“Most of the plans are about taxation without results.”

On the issue of racism, he offers this: “Everyone is equal and should be treated as such. One of our principles is that all human beings have an inalienable right to life, liberty and private property. Being respectful and ensuring everyone is recognized is key to seeing equality.”

Mr. Nicholls spoke about the Wheatley explosion, explaining that it was a unique situation that there was no playbook for and commends the Municipality of Chatham-Kent for their handling of the situation.

He believes that although both levels of government have directed a considerable amount of resources at the issue, those residents affected should have been kept informed of what steps were being taken.

“Not being able to see and know what was taking place behind the scenes made it appear that nothing was being done,” he says. “This would have alleviated some of the initial mistrust and questioning of what government officials were doing.”

Brock McGregor - NDP

small businesses instead of big box stores.”

McGregor also says the NDP will launch one of the world’s largest green building efforts, creating at least 100,000 jobs. “Good jobs you can pay the bills with,” he says.

He believes that the housing affordability crisis has hit our communities hard.

The NDP plan includes rent control legislation, ending renovictions, and will enable the building of 1.5 million homes over the next decade, including 100,000 new affordable homes and 150,000 new non-market homes.

“We are going to take on speculators, flippers and greedy billionaires by introducing a vacancy tax, and introduce a ‘use-it-or-loseit’ tax to prevent developers from driving costs up by keeping inventory low.”

With regard to climate change, McGregor says climate change is real.

“It is already impacting our communities and we are committed to making a difference for future generations. By 2030, all new public, residential and commercial buildings will be net zero, and we’ll launch a world-leading building retrofit program that will generate 100,000 new jobs,” he says.

According to McGregor, the NDP will pass the Our London Family Act to combat Islamophobia and white supremacy. They will fund and expand the Anti-Racism Directorate into a fully functioning government Secretariat.

“We will implement the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples,” he said.

When asked if the province has done enough to help the citizens and busi-

nesses of Wheatley after the explosion, McGregor said he didn’t feel enough was done by the current provincial government.

“Residents and businesses in Wheatley have faced significant uncertainty,” he said. “Provincial involvement should have been swift, and communication prioritized and transparent.

Those impacted need a longterm plan for community renewal, not photo-ops and announcements.”

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MEET THE CANDIDATES – ESSEX RIDING

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The Southpoint Sun reached out to all candidates with a questionnaire about pandemic recovery, housing, climate change and racism.

Manpreet Brar - Liberal The Sun reached out to Manpreet’s campaign but did not receive the questionnaire back before press time.

Frank Causarano Ontario Party

Long-time Leamington and Kingsville resident Frank Causarano has been acclaimed as the official Ontario Party Candidate for the riding of Essex.

The 39-year-old entrepreneur is a business owner, dedicated husband to his wife Marlene and devoted father of a five-yearold daughter. He has been active in the community through his family’s business (Anna’s Garden, Home and Wellness) that he leads with his wife. Frank is active in several local boards that focus on small and medium businesses, as well as fundraising with churches and schools.

As for the area emerging from the pandemic, Mr. Causarano believes businesses need to be supported.

“Essex County was one of the most locked down areas in North America for two years,” he says. “Our small and medium businesses are in a fragile state due to government-imposed overreaches. First and foremost, an Ontario Party government will never lock down business again during any future COVID-19 waves.”

He also believes that government-imposed lockdowns have led to a mental health crisis and that all citizens who require mental health support need immediate access to programs.

With the increase in home prices, Causarano says that working-class Canadians can no longer afford a place of their own, citing Ontario home prices that have risen 180 per cent in the last decade while income has only increased 38 per cent.

“The solution is not government funding funnelled to new homeowners,” he said. “As recent history shows, when government money is made available the market responds with proportional increases to home prices.”

According to Causarano, an Ontario Party government will propose an inter-provincial energy corridor from Alberta to Ontario.

“Canada’s reliance on foreign energy is unnecessary, costly and dirty,” he says.

When speaking on racism and reconciliation, Mr. Causarano says the Ontario Party plans to solidify Canada as a colour-blind society.

“An Ontario Party government will propose a voucher system for schooling,” he says. “According to the current provincial government’s own data, year after year, the math and literacy skills of students in Ontario continues to decline.”

Causarano believes that through educational vouchers, funding Kindergarten to Grade 12 students directly will allow families to choose the education providers that best meet their children’s needs.

“Ontario public schools spend an average of $12,500 per student per year,” he added. “Between two-thirds and a third of that funding will follow the child to wherever they receive an education — whether it be a charter, private or home school.”

Danielle Sylvester New Blue Party The Sun reached out to Danielle’s campaign but did not receive the questionnaire back before press time.

Anthony Leardi Progressive Conservatives Anthony Leardi — former councillor and deputy mayor in Amherstburg — has been a courtroom lawyer for 24 years. He and his wife Jacqueline have three children.

Anthony is the former director of the Essex County Nurse Practitioner Led Clinic and is active in economic enterprises in Essex County.

“Doug Ford is rebuilding Ontario’s economy, and the best is happening right here in Essex County with a $5 billion project launched by partners Stellantis and LG, and another $3.5 billion in projects announced by Stellantis just last week,” says Leardi about the local economy. “This means economic prosperity and good-paying jobs for people in Essex County, and for people right across Southwestern Ontario.”

He also believes the Ford government is helping more families realize their dream of home ownership every day.

“That’s why our government introduced legislative, regulatory, and policy changes to help build new homes,” he says. “The NDP fought us every step of the way, but our approach is working. Our housing supply plan helped over 100,000 new homes start construction last year, the highest in more than 30 years or anytime during the Del Duca-Wynne Liberals, propped up by the NDP.” With regard to climate change, Leardi says that the Conservatives are actively

addressing it.

“We don’t just have a plan, we are getting it done.

The Ford government partnered with Dofasco to replace coal ovens and blast furnaces with low-emission electric furnaces,” he says.

“That eliminated one of the largest sources of pollution in Ontario.”

When asked about reconciliation and plans to battle racism, Leardi says, “We believe reconciliation is important. The P.C. government was the first in Ontario to launch an update to the Indigenous Studies curriculum in our schools. Our government set aside $20 million to help locate and memorialize lost graves of Indigenous children.”

Leardi also believes that agriculture is important, especially across Essex County.

“Doug Ford’s government continues to expand broadband to rural areas which is just as important as it is in urban areas. We’ve also entered into a long-term funding arrangement with Ontario’s horse racing industry which will provide stability for 19 years.”

Nicholas Wendler Green Party

The Sun reached out to Nicholas’s campaign but did not receive the questionnaire back before press time.

Ron LeClair - NDP

As a 30-year veteran of the Windsor Police Service and a trustee with the Greater Essex County District School Board, Ron LeClair has a deep understanding of the community.

“I’ve spent my whole life advocating for the community,” he says. “As your MPP for Essex, I will continue to work for you.”

LeClair feels that small businesses, students and mental health all struggled through the pandemic, with some of his favourite local restaurants closing their doors — some of them forever.

“But the people in our community are resilient, and Essex is well positioned coming out of the pandemic,” he says. “The EV Battery plant in Windsor-Essex will make Windsor-Essex the centre of the North American automotive industry.”

He feels Essex is still facing challenges like affordability, education and healthcare.

“These are the biggest challenges I hear at the doors,” he says. “Housing, the price of gas and inflation have skyrocketed under this government. “ He feels that the housing crisis is a pressing issue in Essex and has been ignored for too long.

“An NDP government will create the Home in Ontario Program which assists first-time homebuyers obtain a 10% down payment.

We will help over 311,000 households pay rent through direct assistance,” he says.

“We will bring in real rent control and renovictions and disallow unregulated rent increases between tenants.”

LeClair says the NDP will tackle the homelessness issue head-on by building 100,000 affordable homes and 60,000 supportive housing units.

“As a police officer, I saw firsthand of how homelessness impacts the community,” he said.

LeClair is also concerned about the climate and how it affects Essex.

“Flooding in Essex is a major threat of climate change that the people of Essex face. 100-year floods are happening every other year and is displacing families from their homes,” he says.

“Climate change is real, and it’s in our backyard.’

The NDP has a climate change plan that includes replacing the Carbon Tax with a cap-and-trade system that forces the big polluters to pay, not the consumer, introducing Ontario’s first zero-emissions vehicle strategy, planting one billion trees by 2030, and working with the Insurance Bureau of Canada to ensure that Ontarians have access to affordable flood insurance.

When it comes to dealing with racism and reconciliation, LeClair says the NDP will work directly with Indigenous communities to implement the recommendations of the National Inquiry into Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and ensure that school curriculum includes a rich and detailed curriculum so that future generations never forget the history of the land we live on today.

“As your MPP, I will call on the government at Queen’s Park to address issues such as the Indigenous and Treaty Relations and also 2SLGBTQIA+ issues which thousands of Ontarians are fighting for,” he said.

Kevin Linfield - None of the Above Direct Democracy Party

Dr. Kevin Linfield, P.Eng., P.E., was born and raised in southern Ontario and has been a resident of Essex County for over 22 years. He is running for the None of The Above Party.

He earned a Bachelor, Master and Ph.D. in aerospace engineering from the University of Toronto and is a licensed professional engineer in both Ontario and Michigan.

Dr. Linfield is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys fishing, boating, hunting and kayaking throughout Ontario.

“A None of the Above government would work to end partisan politics,” he says. “All parties should work together for the benefit of Ontario and Canada. We would start by asking the best MPPs from all parties

to join our Cabinet while allowing them to sit with the parties who elected them.”

Dr. Linfield says that the party would also pass every Bill where there is agreement or consensus among most MPPs from all the parties elected. They would send out a plebiscite information package on everything proposed by the government and its opposition — to voters who must reply within 30 days — for the house to consider.

He feels that livable wages are at the top of turning the economy around.

“I support making the minimum wage a livable wage,” he says. “Tax reform including no income tax for those making minimum wage. Elimination of the capital gains tax credit and a flat tax for those earning

over a threshold amount.”

With regard to the housing crisis, Dr. Linfield says his party would add more multi-family housing such as duplexes, triplexes and walk-up apartments, and implement a tax on non-resident homeowners.

As for climate change challenges, he says Ontario requires clean energy, including solar, wind, and Canadian designed and built CANDU reactors.

Dr. Linfield also believes there is a healthcare crisis.

“We need teams of medical doctors, nurses and economists to revamp our system,” he says. “We need more care workers including medical doctors and nurse practitioners. Better incentives, including housing, pay and travel allowances would help.”

He also believes that additional options for post-secondary education are needed, plus more funding for universities and colleges, especially in the STEM fields.

“Replacing student loans with grants and bursaries for graduates who stay in Canada and pay taxes would help minimize the brain-drain,” he says.

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Great memories of the roller rink I see that good old-fashioned roller skating is coming to Wheatley Arena on June 4.

This announcement brings back so many great memories for a lot of people in this area, whether you attended Casper’s, Starlite Gardens or Roller Alley.

When I was in about grade two, one of my closest classmates was Lee Jackson, whose parents ran Starlite Gardens on Point Pelee Drive — where the Birdie’s Perch bus now sits.

Prior to the tearing down of the building, it sat empty for a few years after the Jacksons left Leamington, with us nostalgic folks hoping for a return of a skating rink. Sadly, that never happened and it was demolished, eventually making way for Birdie’s.

Lee was the youngest of three children if my memory serves me correctly and he was a phenomenal roller skater who could do all the tricks on those Dominion wheels.

I still have memories of going through the front doors at Starlite Gardens and immediately to your right was the skate rental area, and the canteen and wash-

rooms were on that side too. The rink itself was straight ahead to the left — if I’m not totally confused.

The darkness was what hit me the first time I went there, with strobe lights and different coloured spotlights piercing the dark interior of the rink itself while events were going on.

There were wooden boards around the rectangular but round-cornered rink.

Once you entered the rink area on your skates you were usually required to skate in the same direction as everyone else, which I remember usually skating counter-clockwise.

For me, it took a few tries — being used to ice skates — but after a few trips around the rink, the instincts kicked in and away I went. Those rubber stoppers on the front and back of the skates came in handy a few times.

That terrazzo floor was perfect for smoothly skating on those four wheels.

It wasn’t so perfect for falling. I got a lot of scrapes and bruises from that place.

In the late ‘60s early ‘70s, the Leamington Dominions roller hockey team held some practices at Starlite Gardens

and when my brother-in-law and brother played, I went and watched a couple of practices.

The puck they used was very unforgiving.

Since a regular rubber hockey puck would not glide on the concrete or terrazzo floor, they used a solid hard plastic or fibreglass puck. It was hard and had no give to it. I never got hit by one of those and I’m really glad I didn’t.

The roller skating night coming to Wheatley will have real roller skate rentals. Apparently, you’re welcome to bring your in-lines but you can also go old-school and put on a pair of retro roller skates.

Back in the day at Starlite Gardens they ran certain skating ‘games’ where you could win a free pop at the canteen or a free ticket for skate rental. I remember these wooden ‘horses’ with wheels on them, where you had to race around the rink, pushing your partner across the finish line. If you were brave enough, you asked someone to skate with you and held their hand as you made your way around the oval.

The music certainly made the skating

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RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble experience that much better. The songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s were perfect to skate to.

Then along came the disco era and that really made roller skating take off, but it didn’t last forever. In the ‘80s and ‘90s, it looked like all of the rinks were closing up.

After Starlite closed, a new rink was built on Talbot Street across from McDonalds. It was called Roller Alley and once it closed up, it became the Portuguese Club.

We’ve seen a nostalgic resurgence of things from old days in recent years.

From vinyl records to classic cars to old fashioned candy and pop, the good old days are having a slight rebound.

So take the time to head out to Wheatley arena on June 4 from 6-8 pm for family skate and then 13+ after 8:30.

I heard that the Village People will be there, but I’m pretty sure they just mean a lot of people from the village.

Paul Clancy’s “Alarm Clock” Meteor

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk It was two-tone green with spinner wheel covers, fender skirts, and cement blocks in the trunk to lower the back end.

Twelve-inch dual pipes stuck out past the rear bumper, and the engine rumbled through Hollywood mufflers every time the driver stepped on the gas. It was Paul Clancy’s 1951 Meteor Victoria twodoor hardtop with the original flathead V8 and three-speed column shift.

He added a knob to the steering wheel so he could turn corners with one arm around his girlfriend, Jackie. The car had a push-button radio that Paul kept at 1050 CHUM to catch the latest rock ‘n’ roll hits including “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” by Jerry Lee Lewis and “I Want You, I Need You, I Love You” by Elvis.

Paul used his car as an alarm clock when he first moved out and lived on his own. Terrified of being late for work, he

slept in his car every night while parked across the entrance to the employees’ parking lot on Lakeshore Drive in Port Credit. He was awakened every morning by his fellow workers blowing their horns and yelling at him to move his car. He was never late for work.

While Paul still owned it, he carved his name and his girlfriend’s name on the steering wheel: “Jackie and Paul.” They later got married. The car is gone but they still have each other.

Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

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Reader questions road designations Dear Editor: How do we give instructions today?

The old Highway 3 is now 34, then the Talbot Trail.

Highway 2 has become 42 and then Longwoods.

Highway 18 is now 20, and Highway 98 is now 46 before becoming Middle Line.

Concession 9 is now 14Concession 12 is 8. The names Watson, Simpson and Williams side roads no longer exist.

I know that the province downloaded most roads to the municipalities in the nineties, but did this have to be the consequence?

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UMEI Lightning Robotics competes at provincial championships It may have only been their rookie season in the First Tech Robotics Challenge, but the UMEI Christian High School team of four from grades 10 through 12 — better known as team 19530 — excelled all the way to the

Provincials based on their strong showing in the Owen Sound and Sudbury qualifiers.

“It was worth all the hours of building and designing just to see how our robot could stack up against other larger

schools in the province,” said lead builder Aiden Brown.

The challenge changes each year and is run on a 12-foot by 12-foot square playing field where robots compete in alliances with other teams.

This year’s event focused on the theme ‘Freight Frenzy’ where cubes, balls and ducks could be loaded onto the robot and lifted onto a multi-levelled shipping hub for points.

As well, robots could rotate a carousel, dropping rubber ducks to the floor for added points in the last 30 seconds of competition.

The UMEI team won first place for the “Motivate” award at the Owen Sound Qualifier and placed third overall out of

32 teams, propelling them into the provincials. They also won third place for the “Connect” award at the provincials, which is based on STEM advancement in their community.

“Robotics have helped us solve problems in our daily lives,” said grade 12 student Raylene Schartner, who hopes to go into a Neuroscience post-secondary program. “You never know where these skills might take our team members in the future”.

UMEI also had a second team — 19531 —

nicknamed the ‘Farmers’, which just missed making the Provincials in their first rookie season.

“It is easy to see why our students are so engaged in the learning process with our hands-onlearning opportunities,” stated UMEI principal Sonya Bedal.

Besides these extracurricular robotics challenges, UMEI continues to expand its robotics program into senior courses this fall, creating exciting STEM-based learning activities.

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Community Calendar WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 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 May 25, June 8 and June 22. 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 THURSDAY, MAY 26 COFFEE HOUSE WITH JOE PERRY - 6:308:30 Musicians, singers, poets, story tellers and all are welcome for a fun free evening with friends.

Kingsville Community Centre 1860 Division Rd. N. Free Admission.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 FREE LUNCH BAG TO GO - Friday, May 27 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St., Leamington (across from Pete’s Pipes).

Free sandwiches, coffee and muffins, courtesy of First Baptist Church. All welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 DANCING AT THE GROVEDALE - Friday, May 27 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Grovedale Centre, 103 Park St., Kingsville. A fun night of dancing featuring Richard Janik and his Decades of Great Songs. Fundraiser for Communities in Bloom. Tickets $15, available at Kingsville Arena, online at www. kingsville.ca/cib or at the door.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 GIANT COMMUNITY & CRAFT YARD SALE Saturday, May 28 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Anyone wishing to bring household goods or crafts to sell can rent a table ($10) by contacting 519-326-3111 or office@stjohnleamington.org. Proceeds support the Ministries of St. John’s.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 COUNTY CLASSIC CHORALE PRESENTS “ON THIS SHINING NIGHT” - Sat. May 28 at 7:30 pm at Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St., Leamington. Wheelchair accessible. Please wear a mask. Admission by donation in lieu of tickets.

SUNDAY, JUNE 12 WINDSOR CLASSIC CHORALE PRESENTS ONE WITH NATURE - a concert at Point Pelee National Park’s Visitor Centre on Sunday, June 12 with shows at 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Proceeds go to Friends of Point Pelee. Tickets $20, includes park admission. Visit windsorclassicchorale.org.

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

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

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

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

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE YARN SOCIAL - Tuesdays 10:00 am, Free drop-in program.

Bring your knitting or crochet project, share patterns and more. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville.

JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 p.m., at the Unico Community Centre, 33 Beech St., Kingsville. Tuesday is euchre, bridge, cribbage. Friday is euchre, bridge, pepper. Must be 50+ years of age to join. If interested, drop in any Tuesday or Friday.

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

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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 519-3262388. Everyone welcome.

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

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

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www. alanonwindsoressex.com STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group.

Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group.

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

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

RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580.

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 519-326-3821. www.pregnancycentre.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE MILK BAG CREATIONS - Tuesdays 9:00 am to noon, Free drop-in program Help turn cleaned milk bags into woven mats and more for those in need. 1860 Division Rd. N. Kingsville

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The Grove Hotel wins Best of the Best award The Grove Hotel has been recognized among the best in Canada, based on exceptional traveler reviews.

It’s been a newsworthy month for The Grove Hotel in Kingsville, which has been named as a winner of the 2022 Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Small Hotels in Canada, ranking third among the Top 10 hotels that received the named honours.

This is the fourth consecutive year that The Grove Hotel has been recognized in such an amazing way.

The Grove Hotel stood out to travelers and provided a unique and memorable experience for its guests.

Based on a full year of Tripadvisor reviews, the 2022 award winners represent travelers’ ultimate favorites around the globe.

“To be one of only three hotels in Ontario to re-

In Loving Memory of

Jeffery Zakal May 24, 2017

Life brings much that alters, Time brings much that’s new, One thing never alters, That’s memories dear, of you.

ceive this recognition and to be considered as one of the top 10% of all hotels worldwide is an outstanding accomplishment,” said Jennifer Flynn, co-owner and operator of The Grove Hotel.

“We are delighted to be a

part of such a wonderful and growing community that has so much to offer.

We are additionally proud to promote ourselves as an Indigenous and women-led business.”

The Grove has certainly not taken the challenges

of COVID laying down and seized it as a time to overcome, persevere and grow.

During the initial months of the pandemic, The Grove Hotel did their part and launched the Hotel For Heroes campaign,

donating over $75,000 in accommodations to medical personnel and first responders.

Last season, The Grove Hotel launched The Grove Bike Co., a bike rental business offering ebikes and pedal bikes.

Recently, The Grove Motel also celebrated its official ground-breaking in Colchester, with plans for a 28-room retro-style motel scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2023.

Multiple impaired driving charges over weekend in Essex County The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested three drivers on the Victoria Day long weekend with alcohol related driving offences.

On Friday, May 20 at 6:11 p.m., members of the Tecumseh OPP responded to a report of a motor vehicle striking a road sign on Tecumseh Road in Tecumseh. A vehicle matching the description and the driver were located in a parking lot nearby.

A 62-year-old from Lakeshore was charged with operation of a vehicle while impaired and operation of a vehicle while impaired with a blood al-

cohol concentration over 80 mg of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

On Saturday, May 21 at 10:52 p.m., members of

the Lakeshore OPP, along with Lakeshore Fire and Rescue and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS), respond-

Kingsville Friendly Club

Twenty-six members of the Kingsville Friendly Club gathered for a few games of cards on Tuesday, May 20.

Scores were as follows.

Bridge: Jean Kuipers 3590, Bob Bell 3190, Bert Patrick 2130.

Euchre: Sharie Blythe and Clare Shaw tied with 91, Dawn Tizzard 88, John Gerhardt and Elsie Ring

tied at 87. Sharie Blythe had most lone hands at 6.

Cribbage: Cliff Trombley 1172, Nancy Taylor 1143, Sue Girardin 1108.

On Friday, May 20, 34 members turned out to enjoy an afternoon of cards, after which everyone enjoyed coffee and pie.

Here are the following scores: Bridge: Bert Patrick

ed to single vehicle collision on County Road 42 in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

A 20-year-old from Lakeshore was charged with operation of a vehicle while impaired and operation of a vehicle while impaired with a blood alcohol concentration over 80 mg of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

On Sunday, May 22 at 4:19 a.m., members of the Leamington OPP re-

sponded to a collision involving a single vehicle on Oak Street West in Leamington.

A 25-year-old from Leamington was charged with operaton of a vehicle while impaired and operation of a vehicle while impaired with a blood alcohol concentration over 80 mg of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

All of the accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on later dates.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute to the accused.

Essex County OPP officers were on patrol over the Victoria Day Long weekend for the annual Canada Road Safety Week campaign. The OPP joined national policing partners to conduct robust enforcement/education around inattentive/ distracted driving, speeding and other aggressive driving, alcohol/drug impaired driving, seatbelt compliance and other risky road behaviours.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it immediately.

Splashpad opens Friday 4730, Roy Trowell 3050, Jean Kuipers 2900.

Euchre: Willy Fittler and Dennis Peters tied at 87, Donna LeGrow 85, Mandy Hric 79. Willy Fittler had most lone hands at 5.

Pepper: Ken Salter 347, Sue Girardin 262, Winnie Moore 253. Darlene Trombley had most Peppers at 8.

Kingsville’s newest splashpad opens Friday, May 27 at 11 am with a grand opening celebration involving local dignitaries.

The splashpad features 20 spray elements and 14 water play elements.

The splashpad is located in the upper bowl of Lakeside Park.

The Optimist Club contributed $10,000 toward the project. The Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore donated a water refill station, and TCI Titan Contracting Inc. donated the custom sign.

Love your family, Mom and Dad David and family

Celebration of Life

Cathie BrunsChot

In Loving Memory of

Nicole DeNise Rivest (Nikki) May 27, 1971 – February 17, 1996

Please join us as we celebrate the life of

WILLY MAYDAN Saturday, June 4 • 2:00 - 7:00 pm at Wenzler’s Landing 2310 Hickson Road,Wheatley

Please bring lawn chairs and coolers.

We will be gathering to share our favourite memories.

May 25, 1962 - January 24, 2011

Happy Heavenly 60 Birthday th

As time goes on without you, and days turn into years, They hold a million memories, and many silent tears.

No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there.

Love Mom & Dad and Family

Memory lane is a lovely lane, Where thoughts are tender and true.

Again and again we walk that lane, Because it leads to you.

Happy Birthday Nikki.

Love Mom & Family

In Loving Memory of

DonalD Wesley Ulch July 15, 1936 – May 31, 2018

We’ve shared our lives these many years You’ve held my hand, you’ve held my heart, So many blessings, so few tears Yet for a moment we must part.

Even on my darkest days, Since we’ve been apart, Memories of times we shared, Help to warm my heart.

Love always Hennie & Family

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Local duo launches new single amidst Ontario tour

By Mark Ribble Cottam residents Josh and Katie Pascoe — better known in music circles as Fresh Breath — have recently released their new single, ‘When We First Met’, a catchy song that tells the story of when the couple first got together.

The song was recorded under the direction of Brett Humber at Sound Foundry Studios in Kingsville and the video for the song was recorded by Josh and Katie in the living room of their Cottam area home.

The video can be seen on YouTube and depicts Katie sorting through old photos on their living room floor and reminiscing about how their relationship began.

“I came up with the melody,” says Katie. “I brought it to Josh and we sat on it for awhile, but then we started pairing it with lyrics.”

Soon the song was telling the story of their lives together and they decided to record it as part of their new EP, ‘How Did I Get Here’.

Fresh Breath just wrapped up a five-anda-half week tour of the east coast and are in the middle of an Ontario tour which will take them all over the province, with stops in their own backyard — literally.

With gigs in Windsor and Kingsville already under their belts this month, the duo is looking forward to more local shows with stops at Cured Craft Brewing Company in Leamington on Saturday, May 28 and Viewpointe Estate Winery on the 29th.

Throw in shows at The Barn on the Farm — their own venue in Cottam — on August 27 and they will truly be at home.

Their busy schedule also calls for a tour of the west coast this summer.

When asked about their travel schedule, the couple says they are getting used to it.

“We bought a van and customized it to avoid the cost of hotels and motels,” says Josh.

The couple met through the same group of friends about 18 years ago and soon started playing music together. The relationship blossomed from there.

They both grew up in the Essex area and attended Essex High School, but at different times.

“I’m a little older,” says Josh.

Josh and Katie Pascoe as Fresh Breath

As for playing at local venues, Fresh Breath is looking forward to playing at Cured Craft Brewery for the first time.

The pair are no strangers to The Bank Theatre in Leamington, having par-

ticipated in last year’s 12 Days of Christmas Concert Series.

“We love playing local shows,” said Katie. “And we’re always looking for new places to play.”

Union reaches tentative agreement with ferry service It appears that an interruption in ferry service to and from Pelee Island has been avoided.

Unifor Local 444 made an announcement on Saturday, May 21 that they have reached a tentative agreement with Owen Sound Transportation about the ferry service.

Members had voted 100 per cent in favour of a strike earlier last week, which would have greatly impacted life on the island.

There are about 65 employees that are represented by Unifor, many of whom had been without a contract since December.

They were poised to walk off the job at 12:01 on Friday, May 20, but progress made in talks overnight postponed the strike, which was then followed by the agreement.

Ratification dates will be shared with Unifor members this week.

Dr. McCormick, Dr. Molzan and Dr. Mockler invite you to our

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9 pm routine helps reduce crime A security tip from Chatham-Kent Police Service will help cut crime in and around your neighbourhood.

Protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a victim of crime.

Criminals look for easy opportunities. The ‘9 pm Routine’ may help prevent crimes of opportu-

nity.

Every night at 9 p.m., residents are encouraged to ensure the following checklist is complete: • Remove valuables and garage door openers from vehicles.

• Lock vehicles.

• Close overhead garage door.

• Lock door between

Anneliese Gayer

Anneliese Gayer passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 14, 2022 with her family at her side, at the age of 82.

Predeceased by her brother Konrad, parents Katharina and Karl Schick, and her loving husband John (2015).

Loving mother of Gary (Mae), Christine (Yves) and Michael (Sue).

Cherished grandmother of Amanda, Megan, Matthew, Brandon and Madelyn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Anneliese was born in the former Yugoslavian village of Torschaw and immigrated to Canada in 1951. She loved landscaping, garage sales and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be remembered for her quick wit.

The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of the Windsor Cancer Centre as well as the caregivers at Erie Shores Hospice.

Any donations to Erie Shores Hospice on her behalf would be greatly appreciated by the family.

A private celebration of her life will be held by her family at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188.

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

Collette Gelineau

April 1, 1935 - May 20, 2022 Collette Gelineau (nee Michauville) passed away peacefully on Friday, May 20, 2022 at the age of 87 years at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington.

Loving wife for 54 years to Rheal Gelineau (2009). Dear mother of Colette Gelineau of Leamington, Geneive Hasher of Kingsville, Celine and husband Wayne Durant of Windsor, Mary Roland of Vancouver, Manon Hodges of Kingsville, Line and husband Tom Carr of Kitchener, Alain and wife Donna of Leamington, and Serge and wife Debbie of Wheatley.

Collette was predeceased by a son Rheal (1988). Cherished Meme to 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her grandson Rheal and her great-granddaughter Lacey-Lynn.

Visiting at Kendrick Funeral Home - Wheatley Celebration Centre, 17 Little Street S. Wheatley, ON (519825-7741) on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. until time of her celebration of life at 3:30 p.m. Cremation to follow. Interment at Erie Cemetery in Wheatley to take place at a later date.

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

garage and house.

• Close and lock all external doors.

• Ensure windows are closed and locked.

• Turn on an exterior light.

Start the 9 pm Routine with your family to help reduce crime in your neighbourhood.

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Roller skating fun in Wheatley Wheatley Arena will host a roller skating night on Saturday, June 4.

The event will feature two sessions — one for a family skate and another for only those 13+.

Doors will open at 5:30 pm with the family skate running from 6 pm- 8 pm.

The night skate, from 8:30 pm- 10:30 pm, will be for those 13 years of age and older.

While in-line skates are permitted,

Gerald Armstrong Gerald Kaye Armstrong, 89 years, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at University Hospital, London, ON, recently of Tilbury, ON. Gerald, born at home in Mersea Township, Essex County, to run to Fred Proof (1989) of andobituary Violet (Voakes) (1987) Armstrong, was the dear spouse of Linda (Metcalfe, May 25, 2022 2015). Gerald is survived by sisterSouthpoint in-law Doreen Armstrong (the Sun late Francis 2014) and his children Dianne Lenarduzzi (late $200 plus $26 HST = $226 Carl, 2021), Fay Collard (Murray), Kaye (Velma) and late Barbara (1979). Gerald took great interest and pride in his Any changes grandchildren David Freelandplease (Dawn), email Danny Armstrong sun@southpointsun.ca ( Jodi), the late Lainie Sallmen (2015) ( Jay), Ashley Lenarduzzi ( Jake) and Ricky Armstrong (Miranda). He will Thanks. be forever missed by his great-grandchildren Taylor, Lucas, Logan, Jaydan, Ben, Will, Reg, Kaelyn and Jackson. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Gerald attended SS#5 Public School and later Wheatley High School. Following in his father’s footsteps, he farmed for many years on the 10th Concession, Mersea Township.

He was a member of the Grand Orange Lodge of Canada, Goldsmith United Church, Comber United Church and Wheatley Grand Squares. Gerald loved baseball, hockey (one of the Directors of the Blytheswood Mic Macs in 1970s) and stock cars, and in his later years he enjoyed camping, square dancing and travel.

Special thanks to the hospital doctors, nurses and staff at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Hospital and University Hospital, London.

A private graveside service was held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington, according to Gerald’s wishes.

Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).

If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity Proof of obituary to run of your choice.

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

May 25, 2022 Southpoint Sun Dad never lost his love of the land and spent many hours tending to the grave markers and memorial trees of family $200 plus $26 HST = $226

members in his retirement. We buried a farmer today and will miss the simple and gentle man we loved.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

If you require assistance in placing an obituary, please contact your funeral director, or give us a call at 519-398-9098

there will be tradiaiotnal roller skates availavle for rental. Admission — which includes skate rental, is $10 for adults (13+), $5 for children and $20 for the entire family.

If you have your own skates, admission cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

Head protections is mandatory for those under 13 and recommended for those 13 and over.

William “Bill” Giesbrecht

William (Bill) Giesbrecht entered into the presence of his Saviour on Thursday, May 19, 2022, in his youngest daughter’s home, with his wife and family by his side.

Bill is survived by his wife KatharinaProof (Tina) ofand five obituary to run of their six children: Bernice (Henry Guenther), Will (Diane), May 25,(2022 Lawrence/Larry (Linda), Laurie Jake Klassen), and DannySouthpoint (Helen); predeceased Sun by their youngest son Donald (Francene) in 2020. $200 plus $26 HST = $226 Bill was born on May 18, 1932, in Steinbach, Manitoba.

He married Tina Martens on September 12, 1954, after a changes please email whirlwind Any courtship.

Together they raised six children, and were the proud grandparents to 18 grandchildren, plus sun@southpointsun.ca step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He is Thanks. survived by his brother Johnny ( Joy) of Calgary, Alberta, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both his parents, William and Helena, four sisters Kay (Al), Mary, Susie (Henry) (Cornelius) and Annie (Henry), one son, and two infant grandsons Nathan and Nicholas.

Bill was a carpenter by trade, but his heart was with people, listening to their stories and sharing Jesus with them through teaching and example. In 1969, Bill and Tina were called by God to move to Leamington, Ontario, to help plan a new EMMC church. They poured themselves into ministry, and through more than 50 years of faithful service, God greatly used them and blessed them. They were always given to hospitality, and became much loved “bonus” parents and grandparents to many dear friends.

Bill memorized hundreds of scriptures and songs, and was always ready to give a joyful answer for the hope he had.

He loved his family, and made a friend of everyone he met, but he found his greatest joy in pleasing and glorifying his Father in Heaven. His love and witness will always live on in the hearts and lives of many, especially his family!

A heartfelt thanks for the attentive care by the local Home and Community Care Support Services, especially Dr. Burgess and St. Elizabeth nurses Heidi, Cheryl, Sara and Jamie, who attended to every detail to keep Bill comfortable at home with his wife, family and friends, per his wishes.

Also, great appreciation to his family physician Dr. G. Pizutti, and assistant Mila.

The visitation was at Deer Run Church, 1408 Deer Run Road, Leamington, on Tuesday, May 24 from 6-8 p.m., and on Wednesday, May 25 from 12-1 p.m.

The Funeral Service immediately followed visitation on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 1 p.m. Interment occurred at Graceland Cemetery in Olinda.

In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated toward the Deer Run Church Building Fund, for a new sanctuary, by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).

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Wheatley Legion holds election of officers

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 Wheatley held its Election of Officers on Wednesday, May 18.

Wheatley United Church graciously allowed the Branch to run its elections at the church, as the Legion building remains in the evacuation zone due to the August 26th explosion in Wheatley.

Installation of Officers was held the same evening and the newly-elected Executive will serve a two-year term.

The 2022-2024 Executive is comprised of: President Dick Whittle, Past President Jan Watson, 1st Vice President Judy Pickle, 2nd Vice President Lori Gouin, 3rd Vice President Ken Dawson, and Executive Committee members Sarah Stevenson, Craig Howe, Jason Bell, Willy Lyons and Tom Brown. Cathy Bell will serve as Secretary-Treasurer and Laura Simpson as Recording Secretary.

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Mayors’ luncheon highlights work of CLEC

By Mark Ribble Community Living Essex County’s annual Mayors’ Luncheon was held virtually again this year and about 50 people attended through Zoom.

The luncheon allows local leaders to hear about the work being done by Community Living Essex County (CLEC) and the programs they offer.

May is Community Living Month in Ontario and according to CLEC’s Tony DeSantis, it’s the perfect time to hold the luncheon.

“For the past 15 years we’ve used the Mayors’ Luncheon to celebrate Community Living Month,” he said. “It’s great to see all of your faces, even though it’s not in person.”

Sue Desjarlais, President of the Board of Directors for CLEC, said that they must take care with COVID to protect their vulnerable clients and families.

“Although we are moving forward in a positive direction with COVID,

it is still a reality and we Compass, New Day must take precautions,” Leaders of Today and Enshe said. semble — a program for DeSantis anfamilies of nounced that with “This year’s those the organizaintellectual tion will finally disabilities. motto is be able to hold Day I want to try P rNew their annual golf esident tournament on everything.” Brianne TagJune 15 — the gart spoke — Brianne first in-person of inclusion, Taggart” event since 2020 equality and — but the Apple acceptance, Festival will once again with members Ray Rebe virtual this fall. naud, Johan Klassen and Tecumseh Mayor and Beth Renaud joining in Essex County Warden on a creative Powerpoint Gary McNamara spoke presentation. on behalf of all the municipalities, citing the 740 employees and hundreds of volunteers that serves over 700 residents in EsThe County Classic sex County with intellecChorale will perform a tual disabilities. concert of music about “Community Living — or inspired by — the Essex County has innight on Saturday, May 28 spired and supported the at 7:30 pm at Faith Menpeople it serves in good nonite Church, 269 Sherk times and in bad, includStreet in Leamington. The ing leading them through concert is titled “On This a pandemic,” he said.

Shining Night”.

Among the programs The choir has been highlighted during the singing since 1983, except luncheon were Career in the last two years when the COVID-19 pandemic prevented singers from rehearsing together and offering public perfor-

“This year’s motto is ‘I want to try everything’,” said Brianne.

Ensemble was a group started 22 years ago as CLEC recognized the need to communicate with the families of those they serve, according to spokesperson Lois Bebbington. She outlined changes to the group such as an updated logo and website to better serve the families they represent.

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“During the dark days of the pandemic, we were only able to stay connected through online rehearsals,” says Paul Wharram, the Chorale’s Music Director. “Nothing, however, compares with the joy of singing once again together as an ensemble.”

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The darkness we experienced over these past two years is lightened by music that soothes our worries and comforts our souls.”

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Opera Hänsel and Gretel arranged by the chorale’s collaborative pianist, Elaine Penner.

Joining the Chorale in this performance will be soloist Katriella Omstead, a Grade 6 student from Kingsville, and flautist Dr. Jonathan Bayley, Professor Emeritus at the University of Windsor.

Visit countyclassicchorale.com for ticket information.

Legion elections draw good crowd The Wheatley Legion Ladies Auxiliary held its WHEATLEY Election of Officers last LEGION NEWS BRANCH 324 Tuesday May 17 in the Friendship Club’s Library. Jan Watson It attracted a full house with 40-50 ladies attending. Laura Simpson was elected as their President for the two-year term. First Vice is Ashley Howe. Cathy Bell will be their Treasurer, Secretary is Jamie Lee Church, and Sergeant-At-Arms will be Joyce Epplett. The Executive Committee members are Sandy Simpson, Charlee Cabral, Cathy Cabral, Darlene Dundas, Erica Simpson and Donna Corlett.

The following night, May 18, the Legion held its elections in the Wheatley United Church Auditorium.

Again, we were happy to see 40+ people in attendance.

Dick Whittle was acclaimed as President. Lori Gouin was elected as 2nd Vice President and Ken Dawson was elected as 3rd Vice President. Executive Committee members are Sarah Stevenson, Jason Bell, Craig Howe, Willie Lyons and Tom Brown.

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Erie Shores Health Foundation invests over a million dollars in local health care

In a special celebration of their 30th year as a charity, the Erie Shores Health Foundation (ESHF) presented two cheques totaling over $1 million dollars to two benefactors who provide health care services in Essex County.

“Words cannot begin to express how proud and grateful I am for the immense support of our

community,” said ESHF CEO Christine Colautti.

“Your love and generosity has been the guiding light of the Foundation and has enabled us to provide this support for both Erie Shores HealthCare and The Hospice, Erie Shores Campus.”

A total of $804,976.78 was distributed to Erie Shores HealthCare, the lo-

cal 58 inpatient bed hospital in Essex County.

The amount reflects the community donations made to financially support the acquisition of medical equipment and the renovations of facilities vital for patient care Just a few examples of the investments made during the 2021-2022 fiscal year include a chemistry

Staff from the Erie Shores Health Foundation and Erie Shores HealthCare present a symbolic cheque of the funds disbursed in the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Photo submitted

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“Thank you to the donors, who, during difficult times, understood investing in our local healthcare is essential,” said Kristin Kennedy, President and CEO of Erie Shores

HealthCare. “Their contributions allow us to invest in new healthcare technologies, ensuring Erie Shores HealthCare continues to provide quality patient care for years to come.”

Another $288,118.70 was distributed to The Hospice of Windsor-Essex County Inc. to pay for operating expenses at the Hospice Erie Shores Campus lo-

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“On behalf of The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, I would like to thank the Erie Shores Health Foundation for being partners in supporting our patients and families,” said Hospice Executive Director, Nancy Brockenshire.

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Bank Theatre fulfills dream acquisition The 101st show of Dale’s Last Friday Coffee House — the 2021-2022 season finale — welcomed a surprise reveal at The Bank Theatre on Friday, May 19.

Sound engineer and vice-president John Moran gave a brief synopsis about a project The Bank Theatre had been working on for a few years.

“To us, this is very, very special,” said Moran. “In talking about the reveal

for the project the night before at the board meeting, treasurer Katherine Albuquerque mentioned the title sponsorship plaques on the proscenium walls which say ‘Everyone’s Stage’. Now it finally is ‘Everyone’s Stage’.”

Bank Theatre president Corey Robertson, who was also hosting the show, went on to say “This is a project that is near and dear to our

hearts. So many people, — purchased from 101 unit and is easily stored. to make their stages acvolunteers, donors, past Mobility — weighs 269 The Bank Theatre will cessible and barrier-free. board and members, in- pounds, and is light- also offer its use to other “It is now indeed everycluding Ursula Tiessen, weight enough to be lifted community partners who one’s stage,” said Moran.

Dennis Dick and Rick and moved. It is a manual may be in need and wish Taves to name a few, have led the way with this project. We thought we were ready to go with it in 2020 and then COVID hit, with closures and then supply chain issues.”

Robertson went on to say that the acquisition makes The Bank Theatre very unique.

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With that, John Moran John ProofMoran, #1 right, operates the wheelchair stage lift as Michelle Fortier demonPhoto submitted manually brought out the strates how to get onto the stage. lift to show the audience.

Manager Michelle Fortier demonstrated access #1 Proof #1 Proof Starting at to the lift with a wheelchair, while John Moran Proof #1 The next Bingo will be on Wednesday,

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Proof #1 height and Michelle maExercise has started back up. Please Locally Owned & Operated neuvered the wheelchair Friendship Club at 1:30 pm on May 18. The winners included Sue Fleming, use the north door to enter. onto the stage.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You may be questioning some of your relationships this week, Aries. Periodic reflection is good for your longterm well-being, but move ahead with caution.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, finding balance between your professional life and your home life may be challenging this week. Try not to hurry through your decision-making process.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Avoid comparing yourself to friends and colleagues, Cancer. You may need a confidence boost, so hang around friends and family who have your back LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Has your love life affected your professional ambitions lately, Leo? Take a step back and analyze the situation to see what you can change for the better.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Take some time to audit your health, Virgo. What you eat, how much you are sleeping, how often you are exercising — these are all factors that may require some change.

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

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Auction Begins to Close:

Thursday May 26 at 6:00 PM Tractors: White 2-70 Field Boss diesel, 2WD, Cozy Cab w/AC, 2 remotes, new rear rubber (2686hrs); Farmall Super M, gas, hyd. kit; Ford Jubilee gas.

Combine: JD 6620 Turbo diesel w/hydrostat (2358hrs) sells with JD 216 15ft grain head and spare 23.1-26 tire and rim. For info call Roger at 519-401-6330.

Implements: IH 4500 Vibrashank 14ft w/dbl rolling harrows and rear hitch; 14ft disc w/tandems; Keewanee 12ft disc; JD 2 row planter; 200gal trail sprayer w/27ft boom; Benn Foundry 14 1/2ft sprocket packer; pair of 3ft packer pups; Gagnier PTO ditcher; 2-Derynck 16ft land leveler; Derynck 8ft 3pth blade; Allied 6in x 30ft PTO auger w/poly boot; 3pth jib crane.

Misc: Demco 20gal lawn sprayer w/9ft boom and wand; pair of 16.9-38 snap-on duals; pair of 13.6-38 snap-in duals; wheel weights; chains.

For Bidding and Catalogue, go to jacobauctions.hibid.com For information and preview, call Rene at 519-728-1467 Proprietor: Rene and Yvette Janisse 519-728-1467 Auctioneers: Jacob Auctions Ltd. 519-348-9896 David Jacob and Jack Morris

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE - Saxophones, clarinets, and more. Also instructions and repairs. Call my25-jn1 519-326-5626.

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NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE IF YOU WORKED FOR MARYVER COMPANY INC., BETWEEN JANUARY 2020 AND DECEMBER 2020, there is a pending legal proceeding before the Ontario Labour Relations Board which may impact your legal rights. In order to be provided with a copy of the Application and other requisite information, you must provide your contact information as soon as possible, by email to: armstrong@millercanfield.com or by mail to: Miller Canfield LLP, 100 Ouellette Ave (Suite #1300), Windsor, ON, N9A 6T3.

JJ STITCHING - 14 Johnson Ave., Leamington. Sewing, alterations, repairs.

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

• Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse.

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

IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs.

Same or next day service.

Since 1999. Call Tim 519ja6-tf 825-7245. _____________________________

FOR RENT TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT (1,100 sq. ft.) at Melrose Manor, Leamington. $1,800 per month with water and 5 appliances including washer, dryer, dishwasher, fridge & stove. Close to amenities. my25 Call 519-324-6987. _____________________________

LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach.

Amenities include: • library and social rooms • new Smart Card “no coin” laundry • beautiful lobby • underground parking • outdoor balconies • FREE utilities and window coverings • Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management.

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

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Experience in Food Safety handling an asset.

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

Must have own transportation.

NATION WIDE CANNING LTD. P.O. Box 227, 324 County Road 34 East Cottam, ON N0R 1B0 Tel # 519.839.4831 • Fax # 519.839.4993 Email: natwide@mnsi.net • www.cottamgardens.com

GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.

Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage.

Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $15.00 per hour. Will train the right candidate.

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

Reliable and dependable.

Must have own transportation.

No educational requirements needed.

Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6

Deadline for classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Friday at 4:00 pm

LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season.

Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance.

Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@ fe2-tfn rivardtruss.com. _____________________________

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $15/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation.

Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable.

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M&M FARMS LTD Greenhouse Worker positions available at our Leamington and Kingsville locations. Responsibilities: crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions: fastpaced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment.

Hours: 45+ hours per week including weekends. Wage: $15 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education or experience required. Must have own transportation.

Please forward resume to jobsmmfarms@outlook.com or fax: 519-322-0681. my4-25 _____________________________

VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS WANTED The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary is looking for help with: events, museum help, gardening, lawn care etc. If interested please email volunteer@jackminer. au18-tfn com _____________________________

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

NOTICE

NOTICE

Notice of Public Consultation Municipal Class Environmental Assessment - Pump Station #200

Election Compliance Audit Committee The Municipality of Leamington is seeking applicants who wish to be appointed to the Election Compliance Audit Committee. Election Compliance Audit Committees are required under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 to consider applications requesting audits of candidates’ and registered third party advertisers campaign finances.

Committees may be required to appoint auditors and determine if legal proceedings are required as a result of the auditors’ reports, or reports from the Clerk.

Applicants must have a background in accounting, auditing, law, election administration, and/or public administration. Applicants also must: a) be at least 18 years of age; b) be a Canadian citizen; c) have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of municipal elections, including campaign finance rules; d) have proven analytical and decision-making skills.

Previous experience on a committee, task force or tribunal would be an asset.

Applications will not be accepted from: • Employees or officers of the Municipality of Leamington • Members of Council • Registered third parties or candidates in the election for which the Committee is established or family members or employees of same, or any person connected to a candidate or registered third party through employment, contractual, business or partnership relationship • Any person who intends to volunteer or seek employment to assist any candidate or registered third party in the election for which the Committee is established.

The Municipality of Leamington has retained the services of RC Spencer Associates Inc. to complete the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the relocation and upgrading of the existing sanitary sewage Pump Station No. 200 located on Robson Road at Bruce Avenue in the Municipality of Leamington. The relocation and upgrading is being evaluated due to the need for renewal of the existing pump station infrastructure.

The purpose of the Class EA is to confirm the preferred location and solution for the renewed pump station infrastructure. This project is being completed under the planning and design process for a Schedule B project as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association’s Municipal Class Environmental Assessment.

Public Comments are Invited Public consultation is important to the success of the study.

The “Draft EA” is now available for review and can be accessed through the Municipality’s website at www.leamington.ca/projects.

If you would like to apply, complete the Election Compliance Audit Committee Application online at www.leamington.ca/ECAC. Applications are also available at the Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington during regular office hours. You may access the Committee’s Terms of Reference at www.leamington.ca/committees.

Residents and interested stakeholders are welcome to review the recommendations and provide any input/feedback, review outstanding issues and bring concerns to the attention of the project team. Please provide written comments (dropped off, emailed or mailed) to one of the team members below no later than June 13, 2022.

The application deadline is June 30, 2022.

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The Committee’s term is for four years, beginning in December 2022. Successful applicants will receive a per-meeting remuneration of $135.00. Applicants may be required to participate in an interview process.

There are also hard copies available at the following location during regular business hours: Municipality of Leamington (main floor gallery) 111 Erie Street North Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9

For further information, please contact Brenda M. Percy, Manager of Legislative Services/ Clerk, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington ON. N8H 2Z9 at clerks@leamington.ca or by phone at 519-326-5761.

Personal information collected and received in response to this notice is collected under the authority of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 s.88.37

The Public Consultation period will begin May 25, 2022 through to June 8, 2022.

Comments are due by June 13, 2022.

Information collected for the study will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record and included in the project documentation.

Mr. Gaspare Graziano, C.E.T. READ THE SOUTHPOINT Engineering Project Manager The Municipality of Leamington Erie St. North SUN ONLINE AT SCRAMBLE 111 ANSWER Leamington, Ontario N9H 2Z9 P: 519-326-5761, ext. 1303 southpointsun.ca SHIFTER E: ggraziano@leamington.ca

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Deadline for classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Friday at 4:00 PM SCRAMBLE ANSWER

Mr. Richard Spencer, M.A.Sc., P.Eng. President RC Spencer Associates Inc., Consulting Engineers 800 University Ave. West Windsor, Ontario N9A 5R9 P: 519-946-1122 E: rcspencer@rcspencer.ca

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

NOTICE

NOTICE

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305 www.kingsville.ca kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca

Erie Street and Talbot Street Road Reconstruction and Streetscaping Project The Municipality of Leamington has retained the services of R.C Spencer Associates Inc. to proceed with planning, engineering design, and construction of the road reconstruction and beautification of Erie Street and Talbot Street within uptown Leamington. The project has received Council approval for final design and construction to commence upon completion of the public consultation process.

Public consultation is important to the success of the project and will help determine the final layout. Through Let’s Talk Leamington, the Municipality’s public engagement site, the project team is requesting residents and business owners provide feedback and ask questions about the project. Design features and the proposed options for the active transportation facilities to be constructed are available for review at: www.leamington.ca/ETRSP and will remain available for comment until Friday, June 10, 2022.

Notice is hereby given to all persons in possession of Land, In accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter W.5, Sections 1, 13, 16 and 23

THAT unless noxious weeds growing within their lands within the municipality of the Town of Kingsville are destroyed by May 30, 2022, and throughout the season, the municipality may enter upon the said lands and have the weeds destroyed charging the cost against the land, as set out in the Weed Control Act. For a list of noxious weeds, visit the OMAFRA website at www.omafra.gov.on.ca.

The cooperation of all citizens is earnestly solicited.

Ken Vegh Weed Inspector 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305 www.kingsville.ca

If you wish to obtain more information regarding this project, please contact either of the following: Consulting Engineer: RC Spencer Associates 18 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1M4 Aaron Blata, P.Eng 519-326-0606 Email: ablata@rcspencer.ca

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS TO DESTROY WEEDS

This notice is published in local newspapers and is posted on our website www.kingsville.ca

Municipality of Leamington Municipality of Leamington Project Manager 111 Erie Street North Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9 Alexander N. Del Brocco, C.E.T. Engineering Project Manager 519-326-5761 Ext. 1369 or Email: adelbrocco@leamington.ca

DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING IN THE SOUTHPOINT SUN IS FRIDAY 4:00 PM

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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF KINGSVILLE

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the landsJeff described below and Kelly - Ron VanderVecht will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on June 21, 2022, at the Town of Kingsville K. Tyler Chadwick - Jason J. Melo Municipal Office, 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville Ontario.

203 Talbot Street West Description of Lands: ON N8H 1N8 1. Roll No. 37 11 290 000 39000 0000; 1637 Road 2 East, Ruthven;Leamington, PIN 75143-0088 (LT); File No. 19-11; Minimum Tender Amount: $53,814.98 Please Note: A “Notice of Property Standards Order No. CE631997” has been Fax 519-326-7008 registered on title to the land in File No. 19-11 PIN 75143 – 0088 (LT) Copies of the E-mail: general@cbleamington.com Property Standards Order are available in the Tender Package and at the Municipal Office 2. Roll No. 37 11 300 000 03415 0000; Buona Vista Dr.; PIN 75144-0223 (LT); File No. 19-12; Minimum Tender Amount: $18,108.47 Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, availability of road access, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold.

Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

GEORGE DELRUE Transfers of properties that contain at least one and not more than six single family JAY A. JOHNSON BARRISTER• SOLICITORof Canada or foreign entities, are residences and are transferred to non-residents NOTARYSpeculation PUBLIC subject to the Province’s Non-Resident Tax (NRST).LOUIS This sale isELTERS governed 26and Erie South by the Municipal Act, 2001 theStreet Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. Taylor, Delrue A full copy of the tax sale advertisement and further information about this matter Wheatley Barristers Solicitors is available on line at www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or www.kingsville.ca or&you may 8:30The amCorporation - 5 pm of the Town of Kingsville, 2021 contact Vicky Sawatzky, Hours: Tax Collector, UNIFOR Legal Plan Accepted Evenings by appointment Division Road North, Kingsville ON N9Y 2Y9, Phone: 519-733-2305 Ext. 233

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

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

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

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in 1st1940s Ruthven Olinda Brownies, June 1959. Enrolled from Olinda: Tanis Whaley, Linda Bunn, Linda the late or &early 1950s.

Haggith, Betty Teskey, Daphne Dresser, Barbara Galloway, Pat Haggins, Ellen Milec, Donna Teskey, Patty Stockwell, Janet Dresser, Penny Harris. Enrolled from Ruthven: Linda Terron, Vickey Reder, Connie Hamm, Penny Grieve, Lorie Merritt, Susan Mathies,courtesy Louise Jamieson, Armstrong, Lois Grieve, Lena A Look at Leamington’ s Past of Cathy C. Scott Holland DiMenna. Leaders: Mrs Maurice and Mrs G Bill Merritt. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com.

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy.

At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.

May 27, 1975 - Miss Annabell McNaughton (principal of Margaret D. Bennie Public School), was retiring at the end of the school year after teaching for 37 years. She is presented with a retirement gift by students Christine Spettigue (middle) and Philippa Brown (right).

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May, 2002 - For a number of weeks this spring, five grade 7 students have been volunteering to conduct a systematic clean up around the village. They wanted to show their appreciation for service club support to attend a Leadership course near Orillia and, as payment in kind, channeled their ambition to benefit everyone in the village.

The students were amazed at the amount of litter and trash scattered in some inconspicuous places. Back row - Blair Makey,evening Nicole Simpson, Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday rainfall Megan Manning. Front and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If row - Curtis Anderson, nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

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From the Leamington Post May 28, 1970 The strike of about 900 production workers at the H.J. Heinz Company of Canada factory entered its second week this morning with no signs of a settlement. Members of Local P-459, Canadian Food and Allied Workers, set up picket lines around the plant on May 21 to reinforce their demands for higher wages and other benefits. Lloyd Jackson, public relations officer for the union, said the workers’ conflict was with the company, not the farmers.

The rift has caused the cancellation of the Heinz Picnic for the first time in 19 years.

—— Leamington District Secondary School athletes captured the overall team championship Monday at the annual track and field meet of the Essex county Secondary Schools Association at the University of Windsor, edging out Essex by 10 total points. Leamington’s Gary Tetzalff took the senior boys’ individual title with first place finishes in the hurdles and pole vault, with a second in the javelin. Doug Hillman paced the Junior Boys with a first in the 800yard dash and a second in the 400. Bill Robertson finished second in the 1500yard event. Junior Doug Wigle set a new record for long jump at 20 feet and seven-and-three-quarter inches. Linda Riley took both the 200 and 400-yard dash titles.

—— The Leamington Dominions dropped a 6-2 decision to Sarnia on Tuesday at the Mooretown arena. It was the third loss in four starts for the Leamington crew. Bill Gee and Greg Maxwell scored the Leamington goals as they watched Sarnia score three unanswered goals in the third period.

—— The Leamington Barons went down to their fourth straight defeat Sunday afternoon as they dropped an 8-3 decision to the McGregor Clansmen at the fairgrounds here. Manager Ross Leeming brought up Mike Klym from the Junior squad in an effort to shore up his pitching. Klym pitched well for six innings but the powerful McGregor crew got to him in the seventh. The cored was tied 1-1 after six, but the flood gates opened after that. Floyd ‘Butch’ Harris picked up a pair of hits for the Barons,.

From the Kingsville Reporter May 28, 1970 The Essex Division Girl Guides of Canada’s annual parade was held on Sunday afternoon with approximately 650 Brownies, Guides, Rangers and Cadets accompanied by their leaders, took part in the parade. The parade marshal this year was Mrs. Jan Bonkink, assisted

by Mrs. Tom Whittaker.

The Kingsville Kinsmen Club held their Initiation Night last Tuesday at Joe’s Corner House with President Clarence Ware and 23 members present. Initiation was conducted and nine new members were welcomed into the group. Ron Bouwmeester, Bill Campbell, Ron Lougheed, Jerry Deneau, Ron Lamoure, George Wiseman, Brad Lewis, Robert Boltinghouse and Don Sorrell are now Kinsmen members.

—— The Sun Parlour Nature Club concluded its 1969-70 season by electing a slate of officers, including new president Foster Jackson. He succeeds Stafford Kratz of Kingsville. Walter Riddiford was named vice president while Miss Margaret Tamblyn will continue as secretary.

—— Mike Zdonek and Robert Marcinko combined to hurl a no-hitter as the the Legion Peewee team beat Harrow 5-0.

Zdonek did not allow a hit in his two innings of work but walked seven batters before Marcinko came in and settled things down by striking out 13 of the 16 batters he faced.

20 Years Later From the Wheatley Journal May 23, 1990 A familiar face at Wheatley Area Public School will be missed in September.

Ben Taves, principal here for 21 years, will retire in June. Born in McGreary, Manitoba, Mr. Taves moved to Leamington in 1935 and attended school on Pelee Island and Romney #2 in his early years.

—— Mrs. Sandra Klauke is proud to announce the graduation of her husband, David Markus Klauke from Ontario Bible College. David recently received the award for music at the college. He is currently working as director of Sunday Services at Newmarket Alliance Church.

—— Recent wet weather and below normal temperatures have caused many farm schedules to drift way off the mark. The Victoria Day holiday didn’t apply to anyone in the farm community who had land left to plant. At the Henry Neufeld farm south of the village, thousands of tomato plants were being placed in the ground on the holiday.

—— On June 5, the Snowbirds will perform at Leamington Marina. The show is expected to draw large crowds.

—— The East Mersea Public School staged a spelling bee as part of Education Week activities last week. The winners were Tanya Monminy (primary), Karen Hostine (intermediate) and Amy Dyck (junior).

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Krueger on fire at Talbot Trail

By Bob McLean Sixty-five enthusiastic Talbot Trail senior men’s league golfers participated on May 17 on a somewhat cool, breezy, but delightfully sunny day that challenged the players’ skills. We’ll continue tuning our games for future league play.

Only eight of the 65 players were able to shoot 45 or less. Kreug dominated the field with his spectacular 36. Joe Drummond continued his masterful play by shooting a 40. Dutchy, although hobbled by his aching hips, still produced a terrific 41. Other participants who shot 45 or less: Rick Thompson 42; Fuzzy, Nasher, Chopper 44s; Fred Michano 45.

Reporting the scoring results by age divisions will occur in June. However, here are some commendable results by players over 80 years: Joe Vrtel and Tom Hyatt 46s; Carl Robinson, Neil Adamson, Andy Orsini and Bob Freure nifty 50s; Dave la Bonte 51; Bill Edwards and Tom Sasso 52s; Gerry Becigneul 53; Walter Balsam 54; and Erle the Pearl Nash 60.

Two other players who achieved nifty 50 were Eugene Kerrigan and Dave Chambers.

The closest to the pin winner on #9 was Tom Sasso whose dazzling hit on #9 ended up four feet from the pin. David Tonks captured the long putt victory on #2 by draining a 17-foot putt.

A rumour was passed around in the clubhouse that OV couldn’t complete his round because he was still mourning the demise of the Leafs from the playoffs.

Next year, Dave!

Past and new players are welcome to join the Talbot Trail senior men’s league.

Erie Shores senior men’s golf

There were 42 Erie Shores golfers in the senior men’s league in attendance on May 16.

The draw winners were Ron Tremblay and Wayne Wiseman.

Closest to the pin on #3 was Tom Miehl and on #16 Jerry Mallard.

The longest putt on #14 was won by Wayne Wiseman.

The first place team consisted of Garth Denerley, Jerry Malott and Alden Warner. Second place went to Norm Beattie and Don Mensch. In third were Dave Binder, Gord Anderson, Ross Clark and Gary McRae. Fourth were Brian Collins, Gord Anderson, Bill Gherasim and Ed Schachowskoy.

Low rounds for the day were Wayne Wiseman and John Rutgers at 80, followed by Norm Beattie and Matt Dick at 81.

Norm Beattie and Kevin Shaften birdied the first hole. Wayne Wiseman and Musuronchan had birds on #2. Musuronchan also birdied #9. Gary McRae and Alden Warner had birds on #3, Peter Harb #5, Matt Dick #10, John Rutgers #14, and Jerry Mallard and Scott Maxwell birdied #16.

YESTERDAY AND TODAY CAR SHOW

The Leamington Lebanese Club was the venue for the Yesterday and Today Car Show hosted by the Mizfitz Cruizerz on Sunday, May 21. Over 300 entrants brought their classic cars out for the afternoon, which include a live musical performance by Leave Those Kids Alone, a bouncy castle, food and lots of raffles. The evening concluded with a huge fireworks display at dusk to the delight of all present. The car show featured 14 different trophies handed out but the real winner was the Foster Parents Society of Ontario, to which the proceeds were donated. One of the organizers, Norm Lalonde, said that hundred of spectators attended under the cloudy cool skies and he was thrilled with the participation from classic car enthusiasts. Above are a few of the classic vehicles that were shown at the show.

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