Southpoint Sun - May 17, 2023

Community welcomes champs with parade

By Mark Ribble

The Leamington Flyers planned a parade on Saturday, May 13 in Leamington and were pleased by the fan turnout along the route and at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre.

With a few intermittent raindrops providing the only small challenge, the team hopped aboard the Leamington Fire ladder truck 143 and cruised from the town hall on Erie North to the arena, along with about a dozen other vehicles carrying coaching staff, management and volunteers.

When the caravan turned onto Sherk Street, the crowd of about 500 waiting near the arena erupted in chants of “Go Flyers Go”.

A further crowd of about the same number

entrance to greet the 2023 Sutherland Cup champions.

The Flyers had beaten the Stratford Warriors on Tuesday, May 9 in Stratford in game seven to take their first-ever Sutherland Cup.

Hotdogs, chips and drinks were handed out to anyone in attendance and the Flyers players spent a considerable amount of time posing for photos with fans and giving autographs.

Inside the complex, everyone gathered for some speeches, given by Mayor Hilda MacDonald, MP Dave Epp and Flyers management.

General Manager Justin Solcz got emotional when talking about the the players and the way they responded when called upon.

guys and the amount of work you guys put in,” he said. “We held you to a high standard and you guys delivered. You are champions and you deserve it.”

Solcz said they could not have done it without the numerous volunteers involved with the team.

“The amount of people that support us is unbelievable,” he added.

Head Coach Dale Mitchell was equally as thankful for the volunteers, the fans and the commitment by his players and staff.

Flyers’ long-time public address announcer John Hammond — who had a

large hand in organizing the event — told the players how he felt about the team.

“This is the best hockey team I’ve ever seen come out of Leamington,” he said. “Each and every one of you will have a great future.”

The Leamington Flyers players and coaching staff pose for a celebratory photo after winning the Sutherland Cup in Stratford on Tuesday, May 9.

the Flyers once led three-games-to-one, was forced to a Game 7, with the Flyers winning handily 4-0 over the Stratford Warriors. Scott Holland’s detailed story is on the sports pages.

PHOTO courtesy of Shelly J. Quick

Flyers star Connor MacPherson signs an autograph for a couple of young fans at Saturday’s parade and celebration in Leamington. SUN photo

KEEPING THEIR EYES OPEN

Thousands of birding enthusiasts made their way to Point Pelee National Park last week as the summer-like weather made for some great birding conditions. The Festival of Birds is well into its third week and throngs of people have gathered to observe the spring bird migration at many of our local hotspots. Recently engaged couple Jane and Rob of Toronto spent three days in the area last week, crossing some great sightings off their list. In particular, they were looking to record a sighting of the Cerulean Warbler and they were able to check that off on Friday morning. Jane and Rob have been casually birding for about 10 years, but have just started seriously getting into the hobby over the past three or four years. They said they’ve enjoyed speaking to other birders along the trails and learning from them. The Festival of Birds runs until May 22. SUN photo

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SHIP BECOMING COMMON SIGHT

The Viking Octantis continues to make regular visits to the area as the Great Lakes cruise ship begins its spring/summer sailing season. On Wednesday, May 10 the Octantis was anchored off Point Pelee National Park, allowing passengers to partake in shore excursions within the park via Zodiac trips to the beach. They were then bused to various locations within Point Pelee to explore the trails and forests. Here, a Zodiac filled with passengers arrives at Northwest Beach on May 10, with the Octantis in the background. The ship headed east and was traversing the Welland Canal on Thursday. SUN photo

Looking for input on Wheatley Arena

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is inviting public comment and ideas to improve the accessibility, aesthetics and overall experience for patrons visiting Wheatley Area Arena over the short and medium-term.

The public may propose any project aimed at improving the accessibility, aesthetics or overall experience for those visiting or using the facility. Administration will consider proposed projects against available funding sources as

they may become available in the future. Members of the public may submit their idea at www.letstalkchatham-kent. ca before 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Submissions will be included in a future report to Municipal Council. Wheatley Area Arena is located at 196 Erie St North in Wheatley. The facility hosts several sports clubs, special events and serves as gathering space for community groups and area residents.

VOLUNTEERS MAKE FOR SUCCESSFUL EVENT

As with any big event, the recent Erie Shores Health Foundation Run and Roll takes a large group of dedicated volunteers to make the event the success that it is. Along with numerous generous sponsors, over 700 participants and a dedicated event committee, the volunteers who help in so many ways are invaluable to an organization such as ESHF. After all the runners, walkers and cyclists were finished with their events, the volunteers and committee members gathered for a group photo on Sunday, May 7. While some pledges are still coming in for the event, the preliminary net total raised was $130,000. All proceeds will benefit The Hospice, Erie Shores Campus.

ERCA puts out call for artists

The Essex Region Conservation Authority will celebrate 50 years of conservation with an open house on July 16 at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area.

The celebration will include an art exhibit highlighting local conservation areas and initiatives.

Artists are encouraged to submit their artwork for juried consideration as part of this exhibit.

50 Years of Conservation - Through the Artist’s Eye will be on exhibit from the July 16 celebration through the end of August.

Participation is open to

all artists, with preference provided to local artists in the Windsor-Essex Pelee Island region.

To learn more about how to submit art for consideration, visit essexregionconservation.ca/ artexhibit.

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First time in Leamington for Renaissance Festival

By Deanna Bertrand

It was a weekend filled with medieval-inspired events including sword fights, archery, axe throwing, jousting with Knights in full armour on Percheron horses and more at Leamington Fairgrounds for the first annual Renaissance Festival.

Talking Over Pizza helps Crime Stoppers

By Deanna Bertrand

It was another successful weekend of fundraising and “talking over pizza.”

Mike and Deanna Diab partnered with Leamington’s Domino’s Pizza owner Zubaer Parvez to initiate another Talking Over Pizza after a successful fundraiser in 2021. This time, the aim was to raise funds and awareness for Crime Stoppers.

“We want the public to know it (Crime Stoppers) is totally publicly funded,” Diab said at Domino’s Pizza Sunday after-

noon, May 14.

The local couple has been responsible for spearheading several successful fundraisers in the past, helping other charities such as The Bridge Youth Resource Centre and the annual Talking Over Turkey event.

Diab credited the local Domino’s owner Zubaer Parvez and his generosity for wanting to giving back to the community.

Ten per cent of all sales Saturday and Sunday were earmarked for Crime Stoppers, Diab said.

Those visiting the Crime Stoppers booth inside the store were also given a ticket for a chance at a prize worth $75 that included a $25 gift card to Starbucks and a foursome to play at Kingsville Golf & Country Club, he said.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable program that allows members of the community an opportunity to provide anonymous information to help police solve crime by providing tips which can earn you cash if leading to an arrest, with no court appearance and remaining anonymous.

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Bringing back something old in a new way was the idea of Jen Robinson of the Leamington District Agricultural Society. She said she had seen an advertisement for the Dorchester Renaissance Festival and thought that “nothing like that had been done around here for a very long time, so I thought, let’s try something new.”

A crowd favourite was to see the trained Knights of Valour suit

up in full body armour mount their horses holding a wooden lance in one hand and reins in the other while trying to dismount their opponent from their horse.

As the knights went charging at each other, their lance would strike the opponent’s armour, breaking off in several directions and looking just like a scene out of the movie A Knight’s Tale starring Heath Ledger.

Robinson sees this first event as a building year.

“We have a lot of suggestions for next year,” she said. “We hope to keep building on it and give people something to look forward to.”

Robinson said the Knights of Valour also reached out ahead of the two-day event to of-

fer area school children a chance for an educational field trip and to see first-hand what it was actually like in medieval times.

“It is part of the Grade 4-5 curriculum. We had grade school kids come out, home school kids, and even some high school students,” she said of the three days prior to the festival.

Gate price of $25 included access to shows and events, including a birds of prey demonstration, Kobbler J, Zoltan the Adequate, jousting tournament, artisans, merchants and a food booth.

The Leamington District Agricultural Society will hold its next event – the Leamington Fair – May 25-28. The society is also celebrating its 175th year.

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Fri. May 26, 7PM. A unique cocktail class that combines stunning art with the cocktails that they inspire. $80/ticket includes mixologist instruction, 3 premium cocktails, tour of the LAC, recipe booklet. Register today on our website at leamingtonartscentre.com/adult-learning

STOMPING GROUND: LAC Annual Exhibit call for submissions

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Windsor-Essex County Crime Stoppers Inc., was on hand at the booth to provide information on the program and said they do receive many tips for the Leamington area and arrests have been made locally through the Crime Stoppers tip line at www. catchcrooks.com.

Talking Over Pizza raised funds and awareness for Crime Stoppers on Mother’s Day weekend. Sitting, from left, are Mike Diab, Constable Lauren Brisco, Police-Coordinator for Windsor Essex County Crime Stoppers and Deanna Diab. Standing, from left, are Greg Rumpel of Crime Stoppers Board, Domino’s employee Simran Singh, and Leamington Domino’s manager Brandy Van Every. SUN photo by Deanna Bertrand

A pair of jousters from Knights of Valour perform at the first annual Leamington Renaissance Festival on Saturday, May 13. SUN photo by Deanna Bertrand

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No playoff teams in Canada? Pity...

It’s hard to believe when the Stanley Cup playoffs began all three Canadian teams would be sitting on the outside looking.

Yet here we are with the Jets, Leafs and Oilers all gone from this year’s chase for Lord Stanley’s Cup.

Winnipeg was the least expected to do well of the three Canadian teams and had a couple of great games against the Las Vegas Golden Knights, but ultimately fell in the series, prompting a possible restructure of their core players.

Next up we have the Toronto Maple Leafs.

As a long-frustrated Leafs fan, I can remember being disappointed in 1976 when the Kate Smith phenomenon overtook Coach Red Kelly’s pyramid power as the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Leafs in the second round.

If you don’t remember that pyramid scheme, look it up. Kelly devised his pyramid good luck charm and I bought into it hook, line and sinker. I remember making a pyramid out of tinfoil and setting it down near the TV. At first it seemed to be working as the Leafs stormed back from a 2-0 game deficit to extend the series to seven games, but the Kate Smith factor outshone the pyramids and the Flyers beat the Leafs on the strength of five unanswered second period goals and a 7-3 final score.

I remember being disappointed when Wayne Gretzky’s missed call on a high stick in 1993 led to a Los Angeles Kings game seven victory too. A win there would have put the Leafs and Habs in the final for the first time in many years.

Now barring a complete realignment, the Habs and Leafs

An ode to Lionel Richie

FLASHBACK RADIO with Chuck Reynolds

While watching American Idol last Sunday night, I noticed that Alanis Morissette and Ed Sheeran had temporarily replaced Lionel Richie and Katy Perry as judges on the show. Richie and Perry, of course, were the two main acts performing for the Royal Party celebration attended by some 20,000 people in London, England, later that same night after the King’s Coronation.

Both very talented performers, for this historical show Richie sang his Commodores’ ballad “Easy” and then livened things up with his solo dance party hit “All

Night Long”, while Perry sang “Roar” and dedicated her performance of “Firework” to King Charles.

Back here in North America, I’ve always been a big fan of Lionel Richie and the Commodores since the mid-’70s and have very fond memories of them when I got my first real club experience of spinning records as a DJ in the summer of 1977 at the Mercury Club in downtown Toronto.

At the time, I was playing their current biggest hits, “Just to Be Close to You”, “Easy” and “Brick House” during those evenings I worked.

Moving on to Leamington for good in September of 1977, where I arrived at CHYR radio, I would also play the Commodores next number one hit,

will never play each other in a Stanley Cup final again.

The disappointment I felt last week when the Leafs were eliminated by the Florida Panthers was more frustration than anything.

They’d won a series over Tampa where they didn’t play their best hockey, and when Florida beat the big bad Boston Bruins, everyone assumed the Leafs had an easy road to the finals.

The problem is, you have to play the games and you have to play them right and the Maple Leafs were totally unprepared for the physical play of the Panthers.

Wash, rinse, repeat. Same old thing every year.

There are rumours that they may tear this group apart. I’m hoping they don’t but there definitely needs to be a change of some sort. I’m thinking Shel-

“Three Times A Lady”, another ballad blockbuster also written and sung by Richie in the summer of 1978.

Following that, in 1979, with two more impressive ballads written by Lionel, “Sail On” and “Still”, hitting #4 and #1, Richie would have one more top 4 hit with the Commodores in 1981 called “Oh No”.

Without Lionel Richie, the Commodores had only one more top 40 song, “Nightshift”, that reached #3 in the Spring of 1983. On the other hand, the skies opened up for Richie whose first single release, “Endless Love”, a duet with Diana Ross, was #1 for nine weeks with its incredible overall stay of 27 weeks on Billboard’s Hot 100 in the summer and fall of 1981.

don Keefe may be on his way out.

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

I barely got time to get over Toronto’s exit and turned my fandom toward the Oilers and poof they were gone too.

Mark Ribble

Jr. B ranks and first time winners of the Sutherland Cup.

My playoff bracket that had the Leafs and Oilers in the finals is now useless.

I hope Gary Bettman and his group of yes-men that run the NHL will be satisfied with mediocre TV ratings going forward in this year’s playoffs, because that’s what they’re going to get.

A final four of Florida, Carolina, Vegas and Dallas is the epitome of small market teams and Canadian hockey fans including this one will tune out and start watching baseball.

On to better things…

Locally I have to give a big shoutout to the Leamington Flyers, champions of Ontario

Of Lionel’s next 12 singles, four of them, including “Truly”, “All Night Long”, “Hello” and “Say You, Say Me”, all reached #1 for a grand total of 12 weeks. The other eight singles – “You Are”, “My Love”, “Running with

They played some exciting hockey this year and deserve all of the accolades that have come their way. The community parade and celebration on Saturday showed just how much the Flyers are loved in this town.

I’m hearing whispers that they may be jumping to Jr. A next season. The idea has been floating around for some time.

I remember when they moved from Jr. C to Jr. B. It seemed like a big jump at the time but they’ve had years of success at that level.

We’ll see what comes of this ‘rumour’ in the coming days and weeks.

The Night”, “Stuck on You”, “Penny Lover”, “Dancing on The Ceiling”, “Love Will Conquer All” and “Ballerina Girl”

– all finished in the Top 10 between #2 and #9. I would say American Idol is exceptionally

lucky to have singer and songwriter Lionel Richie as one of their three judges as he is, by far, the most successful contemporary artist they have ever had on their show over the years.

Ben Koop finds his 1952 Meteor

Leamington resident Ben Koop at 18 bought a gleaming black 1952 Meteor Customline two-door sedan from Noble Duff’s used car lot in Windsor in 1953 for $1,550. Ben installed a Mercury push-button radio, dual exhausts, two-inch lowering blocks, and ’53 Meteor chrome strips on the front fenders.

Ben and Marg drove to Florida on their honeymoon in 1957 in their ’52 Meteor. In 1960, Ben traded it for a truck and never saw it again until now.

A reader of Old Autos recently contacted Ben to say a friend has a 1952 Meteor worth seeing. Ben and his son Dave drove five hours across Ontario to see the car, a deep purple 1952 Meteor Customline two-door sedan with a Mercury

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

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push-button radio, dual exhausts, twoinch lowering blocks, but no ’53 Meteor chrome strips on the front fenders.

When the current owner bought the car 10 years ago, he removed the non-original chrome strips. Ben and Dave were seeing the same car Ben sold 63 years ago! The owner will pass the car along to his son to keep it in their family. He then invited Ben and Dave for a drive with Ben behind the wheel.

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Ben and son Dave with Ben’s first car.

Get in Touch With Nature event is May 27

The Town of Kingsville’s Communities in Bloom Committee is hosting an environmentally focused event on Saturday, May 27 at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre, 103 Park St.

“Get in Touch With Nature” runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features a variety of vendors and speakers.

“We have a full agenda planned with engaging speakers and interesting topics,” said Thomas Neufeld, Committee

Council Representative.

“Our keynote speaker is renowned Canadian environmentalist and author Lorraine Johnson, who will speak on gardening for beauty and biodiversity.”

The agenda also includes information about becoming a Bee City, how to attract purple martins to your garden, how to attract monarch butterflies to your garden, mushrooms, and a presentation on the 2023 Essex Region Watershed Report Card.

The Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) will be onsite hosting nature-themed crafts for kids.

“Anyone who loves to garden or wants to enhance their environmental stewardship will find value in this event,” added Neufeld. “We hope to see a great crowd this year.”

Get in Touch With Nature is a free event. See the full schedule on the Town’s Community Calendar at https://calendar.kingsville.ca

LCH Centre to host farmers’ market

The Leamington Community Hope (LCH) Centre is hosting a Bounty in the County Farmers Market event on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Leamington Community Hope Centre, 58 Erie St. S. (former Knox Presbyterian Church).

All are invited for this farmers market-style event. Visitors will be able to browse through local vendors’ stands for fresh produce, flowers, crafts, gardening supplies and more.

There will also be a barbecue, ice cream and arti-

san coffee to enjoy.

Visitors are encouraged to stop at the information booths to learn more about how the LCH Centre and its partners are serving those in need within our local community.

This event will be hosted in partnership with Street Angels, a program provided by Feeding Windsor Essex. Street Angels is also a major partner of the Resource DropIn Centre at the LCH Centre, which runs every weeknight from 6-10 p.m.

All proceeds from the

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Bounty in the County event will support the various programs and services being offered at the LCH Centre, including the Resource Drop-In Centre. Donations will also be accepted at the event.

For more information on Bounty in the County, email info@lchope.ca or call 519-326-9280.

You can also visit the website at www.leamingtonhopecentre.ca for more information on programs, services and other upcoming events at the LCH Centre.

Monday, May 22 due to the Victoria Day Holiday Deadline for advertising will be Thursday, May 18th at 4:00 p.m. for the May 24th issue

Have a Safe Holiday Weekend!

Local music student Daniella Kate B. Torreon of Leamington was recently awarded first place for Student Compositions - Piano and Voice at the Kiwanis Music Festival Windsor-Essex County. The Piano and Composition portion of the competition was held May 1-5 at the Capitol Theatre in Windsor.

Eight-year-old Daniella is in grade 3 at École St-Michel. She is the daughter of Troy and Diane Torreon of Leamington.

The Kiwanis Music Festival is an annual competitive event that provides an opportunity for hundreds of area music students to hone their skills, showcase their talents and gain confidence in their abilities through performance.

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After almost two years away from their home base at Lil Hil’s due to the Wheatley explosion, staff, management and customers are glad to be back in Wheatley’s signature coffee shop. With a newly renovated restaurant, proprietor Hilary Hodgson says they are thrilled to see everyone’s faces. Lil Hil’s was operating out of Talbot Trail Golf Course for the past 18 months, and even though it helped keep the business up and running, she’s happy to be ‘home.’ Here on opening day are Evan Ouellette, Hilary Hodgson and Candis Hyatt taking a break from their busy day. Lil Hil’s is open 8 am to 8 pm seven days a week in downtown Wheatley. SUN photo

Rare Willow Ptarmigan spotted locally

The excitement was palpable for days after a Willow Ptarmigan was spotted near the tip of Point Pelee Naitonal Park last week.

The bird, which normally makes its home in the

Arctic Circle, was spotted at Wheatley Provincial Park the day before, which prompted Pelee birders to be on high alert.

That high alert paid off when the fowl was seen at Pelee on Tuesday, May 9.

MD BENNIE STUDENTS CREATE NEW OUTDOOR LEARNING AREA

Students at Margaret D. Bennie Public School have taken advantage of an opportunity as the removal of play equipment has been transformed into a spot for the children to learn outside. A section of the eastern yard has received mulch that was provided by the Town of Leamington, boulders have been placed with the assistance of Shilson Excavating and large stock Carolinian trees have been planted with the help of Flood’s Nursery. In-school fundraising generated the money for this new project and each class is looking forward to taking care of their assigned tree. Above, Maria Espitia, Andrew Htaw and Corny Thiessen wheel a tree into place.

Kingsville Friendly Club

The Festival of Birds continues at Point Pelee until May 22.

The Ptarmigan normally does not venture any further south than the upper shore of Lake Superior.

President Bob Bell welcomed 28 members who came out to play cards on Tuesday, May 2 at the Kingsville Friendly Club, as well as Sandi Campbell and Boober (Ray) Manning. Scores in Bridge: Roy

Thank you!

May

difficult time easier to endure.

Trowell 4890, Bob Bell 4510, Mac Stanley 4240. Euchre: Willy Fittler 108, John Gerhardt 81, Dave Snider 78. Most lone hands: Willy Fittler 6. Pepper: Bill Fielding 226, Kathy Hedge 211, Boomer Manning 203. Most peppers: Bill Fielding 4. Snacks were provided by Mandy Hric and Bert Patrick to go with coffee and conversation.

Thirty-seven people were out to play cards on Friday, May 5, Birthday Cake Day.

Scores in Bridge: Bert Patrick 4620, Mandy Hric 4060, Jean Kuipers 3410. Euchre: Dave Patterson 91, Dave Snider 84, Robert Boose 80. Most lone hands: Willy Fittler 5. Pepper: Cliff Trombley 312, Sue Girardin 275, Anne Burrell 272. Most lone hands: Cliff Trombley 7. Great day for Cliff!

The group sang Happy Birthday to Della Dyck, John Gerhardt, Jim Hick-

mott, Erma Hickmott, Jean Kuipers, Marsha Leeming and Case Mulder, and enjoyed cake from Sweet Memories.

There were 30 card players in attendance on Tuesday, May 9, welcoming Dan Kir for the first time. Thanks to Elsie Ring for the chocolates and Clare Shaw for treats.

Scores in Bridge: Alta Van Vliet 3940, Carolyn Brown 3210, Mac Stanley 2930. Euchre: Lila Withers 95, Sally Bell 92, Sandi Campbell 89. Most lone hands: Sandi Campbell and Sally Bell tied at 6. Thanks to Willy Fittler and Mac Stanley for the delicious snacks.

Cards are played every Tuesday and Friday starting at 12:45 at the Unico Centre at 37 Beech Street. If you are over 50 years of age and enjoy playing cards, you are welcome to join the fun!

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Bike patrol unit hits in Leamington

To enhance community engagement and increase education about municipal by-laws, the Municipality of Leamington introduced a new By-law Enforcement Bike Patrol Unit (BPU) this week.

The BPU includes bylaw enforcement officers who have been specially trained to patrol on bicycles.

The BPU will increase officer visibility throughout the municipality and assist with engaging citizens and business owners by getting by-law enforcement officers out

of their vehicles and connecting with the public.

“We are very pleased to begin this new initiative,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “Bike patrol allows for opportunities for community engagement on the streets and gives our by-law enforcement officers access to many areas they cannot reach by vehicle like special events, parks and trails.”

The BPU will attend various special events this summer, while also patrolling nature trails and parks to provide recreational users with a

4H Dairy Club report

By Mila Jacques

The 4H Dairy Club held its first meeting at the Essex Civic Centre and had a great turnout.

The meeting started off with icebreaker games to get to know each other better and to welcome the new members. They could even win chocolate

Rosina Cacciavillani

May 16, 1939 – May 11, 2023

It is with broken hearts that the family of Rosina Cacciavillani announces her peaceful passing at the age of 83 at the Erie Shores Hospice on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Beloved wife of Gino for nearly 63 years. Loving mom of Fedela Falkner, Dan (Louise) and Michael Cacciavillani. Dear grandma of Brendan (Kathleen), Evan (Kylie) and Christopher Falkner, Paul and David (Julia) Cacciavillani. Daughter of the late Ercole and Fedela Mastronardi and daughter-in-law of the late Corrado and Elvira Cacciavillani. Sister of Bruna (late Floyd) Cacciavillani and predeceased by her infant sister Fiorina. Sister-in-law of the late Sylvia Mastronardi (late Tony), the late Fenesia Noble, John Cacciavillani, Mery Savoni (late Dan). Rosie loved and was loved by her nieces and nephews, extended family and countless friends.

There was always something cooking in Mom’s kitchen, whether it was a delicious homemade meal or the sweet aroma of something baking in the oven. The freezer was stocked with a selection of everyone’s favourite cookies, squares and ice cream roll, but she was most well-known for her chiffon cake and sciadone. Beautiful flowers adorned the house and yard.

If desired, memorial donations can be made by cheque to the Erie Shores Hospice or St. Michael’s Parish.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday, May 14, 2023 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Visitation continued at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Monday, May 15, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at Erie Memorial Gardens.

Friends and family are asked to please share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Rolland Desnoyers

Rolland Desnoyers, 83 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, May 8, 2023.

treats.

After a fun break of socializing, the Dairy Club had nominations for the executive positions for this year. Many individuals were nominated, but the following people were elected: President Molly, Vice-President Ella, Secretary Page, Press Reporter Mila.

Following the elections,

sense of security.

“It’s a great opportunity for us to get out into the community to connect with our residents to provide education and answer questions,” said Mike Gruszka, Manager of By-law Enforcement.

“As visible community ambassadors, it also provides us with an opportunity to set a positive example for helmet use and bicycle safety.”

The bike patrol program is expected to run each year from May to September.

the members played a cooperative team-building game in small groups. Each team had to build the tallest structure made out of marshmallows and raw pasta.

It was a fun and enjoyable first meeting with the Dairy Club. Members look forward to the next meeting at Loralan Farms.

SECC to celebrate 50 years on June 4

To commemorate 50 years, South Essex Community Council (SECC) is inviting the community to its 50th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, June 4 from 11 am-4 pm.

The event will be held at the Leamington office, 215 Talbot St. E.

There will be activities for children, food, tours and a short program, including the opening of a time capsule at 1 pm.

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Beloved husband of Bernice Desnoyers. Loving father of Annette Bell (Wayne), Jim Desnoyers, Jerry Desnoyers (Carole), the late Robert Desnoyers (2016), Steve Desnoyers (Jessie), Evelena Wiebe (Dave), the late John Simpson (2021) (Tammy), Harvey Simpson (Shelley) and Steven Bruce Simpson. Cherished grandfather of 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Raoul, Agnes, late Janine, the late Rejean, late Marcel, late Gerry, Theresa, Madeline and Yvette. Dear brother-in-law of June. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Rolland was a foster Dad to countless youth in need of a home. Rolland is playing fetch with his beloved Border Collie Lady again.

Rolland was a proud recipient of the Order of Ontario and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. Rolland loved spending time in the gazebo which he built, and he also enjoyed boating and fishing on Lake Erie. He will be remembered for all of the beautiful houses that he built in the area.

A special thank you to Samantha from Bayshore Health Care, Marisa and Krystal (great-granddaughter) from Leamington Shoppers, the staff at Erie Shores HealthCare and the staff at Pro Resp for all of their care and compassion. Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until the Memorial Service to celebrate Rolland’s life at 2:00 p.m.

If desired, memorial donations made to the Lung Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

In 1973, a group of concerned citizens had a vision to create a community-sponsored agency that would address the various needs of the people of South Essex.

Proof of obituary to run

The vision and efforts of two individuals mobilized the communities of South Essex to create the South Essex Community Council.

May 17, 2023

Southpoint Sun

$200 plus $26 HST = $226

The leadership of Father G.H. Duchene and JoAnne Fillimore shaped the work of SECC as a collaborative community-based, multi-service agency.

Some 50 years later, SECC continues to live out its mission: “Helping people. Improving lives.” They are a non-profit, community services organization that serves the communities of South Essex.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca

Thanks.

SECC provides services for individuals 55+, persons with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, job seekers, employers, children and youth

They also provide Community Information and Income Support Services.

Members of the community can also leave a memory about SECC or include your congratulations online at secc.on.ca/50years.

Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) has launched the W.E. Heart Local Digital Passport, a program that provides locals and visitors alike the opportunity to learn more about the growing agri-tourism scene in the region and support local while doing.

The free passport is available now at www.weheartlocal.ca and features 70+ farm stands, farmers markets, growers, producers, craft beverages and more, all brimming with local produce options.

The Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Lisa Thompson, visited the area on Wednesday, May 3. Stops included local farms, Highbury Canco, Bradt’s Butcher Block and Cured Craft Brewing Company. Here, Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP Trevor Jones, left, poses for a photo at Cured Craft Brewing Company with Minister Thompson (centre) and Cured Craft owner Lisa Bradt. Photo submitted

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Newly Built Ranch In Sought-After Location

MLS #23008486 | The perfect home for your growing family boasting 3 + 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, one of them being a Primary suite with ensuite bath plus his and hers walk-in closets. There is a large beautiful kitchen in a modern openconcept layout allowing you to overlook the great room with a tastefully finished concrete fireplace. The lower level has a spacious family room, office and utility room. Other features of the home include the large double car garage with inside entry, mud room and main floor laundry room. The fenced-in backyard provides a covered back porch, an inground pool with its own fencing and a hot tub ensuring you’ll be able to use this property to its full potential whatever the weather may be.

Jake Klassen Sales Representative 519.819.9658

$599,000

Location + Condition + Price

= Amazing Opportunity! This is a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch with a 2 car attached garage on

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Trinity United Church New California, 1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. Lots of miscellaneous items, delicious baked goods and beautiful plants to choose from!

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

NATIVE AND PERENNIAL PLANT SALE9:00 am -12 noon, 479 Bevel Line Rd., Leamington. Cash sales preferred or e-transfers. Gardening advice & memberships available.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

BLENHEIM SENIOR FAIR - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Blenheim Arena, 199 King St. A full day of fun - free admission, complimentary lunch, entertainment exhibits, door prizes & giveaways, education & information. More info: 519676-3894, Blenheim55@gmail.com or www. blenheimseniorcentre.ca

ONGOING

GRIEF SHARE CLASSES will meet every Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. There is no charge for these classes. Call 519-326-2521 to register or call Cliff at 519816-5449.

STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH?

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

THE VILLAGE RESOURCE at 108 Talbot St. E. In Wheatley is hosting free one-on-one Tech Support sessions each Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bring your phones, tablets, iPads and questions! No Tech help - Monday, May 15 or Monday, May 22resuming Monday, May 29.

ANTI-STRESS PRACTICE - (called Do-In) - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays 11:00 am to 12 noon. Learn to use pressure, tapping, breathing, stretching and

self-massage for vital organ functions and better health. Free program. For more info email Kim@ kingsvillecentre.com.

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

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the LEAMINGTON LIBRARY, 1 John St., Leamington. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! Next meetings are May 24th, June 7th & 21st. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@ yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.

KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, 145 Division St. S., Kingsville, open Tues. to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12 noon. 519-733-2803. Collection of military items from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan War.

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING

CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYSappointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome

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

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

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

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

GUITAR WELLNESS - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Guitar lessons to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. Group session. No registration required. Free program.

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

www.alanonwindsoressex.com

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.

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

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

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

Caldwell Marina grand opening Saturday

Following up on a successful grand opening of their Gas Bar and Variety in recent weeks, Caldwell First Nation is preparing for the grand opening of the Caldwell Marina lo-

HARMONIES FOR HOSPICE JUNE 11

Vocal trio Da Capo will present Harmonies For Hospice on June 11 at 3 p.m. at Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St., Leamington. The musical performance by Da Capo – Bill Cervini, Melissa Vagi (right) and Sharlaine Reid (seated) – will be accompanied by Michael Karloff. Admission to the concert is by goodwill donation and all proceeds will go to Erie Shores Hospice Campus. Da Capo has been together for 40 years and has performed in a variety of venues including CBC’s morning watch and the Mackenzie Hall’s Friends of the Court series of concerts. They have also performed locally for a variety of celebrations, festivals, community events, fundraisers and church services. Photo submitted

Wheatley Friendship Club

By Bonnie G. Dawson

On May 3 the Wheatley & District Friendship Club met for their usual afternoon of announcements and Bingo.

Linda Wigfield opened the meeting by introducing Noelle Robinson, who will be teaching paid-up members how to navigate their iPads and to set up a Facebook page for the Friendship Club. If members are interested in her help, make an appointment by emailing her at nrobinson1loveyoga@ gmail.com. She is available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Thanks to Janet Hewett for calling the numbers for Bingo and Noelle Robinson for handing out the prizes. Winners were Marg Franklin, Doreen Armstrong, Cheryl Middlemixt, Barb Siddall, Mary Hairsine, Pat Churchill, Dorothy Bailey, Pat Matier, Helen Clark and Bonnie A. Dawson.

The winners of the 50/50 draws were Bonnie A. Dawson and Diane DeWaal.

The next Bingo will be on Wednesday May 17 at 1:30 for a cost of $1.

There will be an Executive Meeting on Wednesday, May 24 at 10 a.m. The suggestion box will be opened at that time so if members have any complaints, suggestions or concerns, please put them in the suggestion box so they can be addressed.

Construction continues.

There is quilting on Monday and Thursday, euchre on Tuesday from 1:30-4:00 at a cost of $2, and the exercise room is open to members for $1 per visit.

The library and treasures room are open to members.

Foot care is available to club members by calling Jessica Rodzik-Couto at 519-990-7308 for an appointment.

Pancake breakfast

Saturday to support Fish Festival, fire station

The Wheatley Fire Department and Wheatley Fish Festival are partnering to bring a pancake breakfast fundraiser to Wheatley on Saturday, May 20.

The fundraiser runs from 9 am until noon and all proceeds go to the 2023 Fish Festival and Chatham-Kent Fire Station 20.

Cost is by donation and the event is being held at Chatham-Kent Fire Station 20 at 130 Talbot Street West, Wheatley.

cated at Sturgeon Creek.

The marina has been under Caldwell ownership for a number of years, but has been closed for the past couple of boating seasons.

The marina re-opened for the boat launch recently and the grand opening will begin at 11 am on Saturday, May 20 and run through 2 pm. There will be burgers, hot dogs and

Notice of Study Commencement

Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment

Highway 3 Widening Project – Essex to Leamington

1.2 km East of Essex County Road 23 Easterly to 1.1 km East of Essex County Road 34, Essex County

THE PROJECT

music among the festivities and a Biggest Walleye Contest is being held to commemorate the opening.

The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and Infrastructure Ontario (IO) have selected GIP Paving Inc. (GIP) to initiate works for the Highway 3 Widening Project, from 1.2 km east of Essex County Road 23 easterly to 1.1 km east of Essex County Road 34, in Essex County (Figure 1) including the Class Environmental Assessment (EA), Detail Design, and Construction. The project will be delivered through a Design-Build-Finance (DBF) Public Private Partnership (P3) delivery model.

Works will begin in Spring 2023, subject to approvals. Additional project information and construction updates will be posted on the project website (www.hwy3essex.com). The website will be updated as the project progresses.

THE PROCESS

The Highway 3 Widening Project will be completed following MTO’s Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000). This project is categorized as a Group ‘B’ undertaking and involves the widening of 15.6 km of Highway 3, municipal road improvements, drainage improvements, illumination, and signalization. Works will build upon the previously completed Preliminary Design as documented in the 2006 Approved Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) and Preliminary Design Report (PDR) (Earth Tech Canada Inc.), as well as the 2021 TESR Addendum (GHD).

Two (2) Design and Construction Reports (DCRs) will be prepared to document the Class EA process. The DCRs will be made available for a 30-day public comment period prior to construction start. Additional notices will be published in the local newspaper at that time to advertise where the document is available for review.

PUBLIC AND AGENCY CONSULTATION

As part of this project, the project team is requesting your comments on the proposed work. If you have any comments or questions at this time, or wish to be added to the project mailing list so that you receive future notices, please contact the project team using the contact information below:

Dillon Consulting Limited

Jeff Matthews, P.Eng.

Design Manager

130 Dufferin Avenue, Suite 1400

London, ON N5R 5R2 tel: 519-251-3980

e-mail: hwy3essex@dillon.ca

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. If you have accessibility requirements to participate in this project, please contact one of the team members listed above.

HELP WANTED

PRIVATE HOUSEKEEPING

CONTRACTOR looking for staff to clean at medical facility. Starting at $17.20 per hour, part-time & casual. Send resume to jennykingcleaning@ gmail.com my17

SUMMER STUDENT

WANTED - The Kingsville Archives will be hiring an Archives Assistant - a summer student who will be continuing their postsecondary education in the Fall. This placement will be for approximately eight weeks, 35 hours/week, $15.50 per hour; starting date to be determined. Ideally, someone who is interested in (local) history, able to work independently, with excellent computer skills, a good work ethic, and is comfortable dealing with the public. Duties include assisting with catalogue donations, filing, and research, and helping visitors with their enquiries. Send resume to: kingsvillearchives@gmail. com. Resumes accepted until May 31. my10-31

PUPPIES FOR SALE

COCKER SPANIEL PUPPIES

519-329-3188 • jleonn@hotmail.com

SERVICES

WANTED TO BUY

JACK MINER GOOSE BANDS WANTED. Will pay $50 and up to $225. Call Ted at 519-919-4716. my10-31

LOCAL FIREARMS COLLECTOR looking to purchase unwanted firearms. Fully licensed and professional. Give me a call and let’s make a deal! 519796-6591. my17

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

YARD SALE

YARD SALE - with wide variety of items - all clean! Sat. May 20 and Sun. May 21 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm both days, 106 George Ave., Wheatley. my10-17

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES

Full time

greenhouse general labourers. $15.50/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@ pinnacle-acres.com e4-tf

MAIN-WEST

FURNITURE & FLOORING

DELIVERY

DRIVER & HELPER

Should have a clean record, able to assemble furniture, able to function in all areas, work as a team and on own.

Kingsville Stamping Limited

is looking for

MILLWRIGHT APPRENTICE CANDIDATES

WAGE $25-$29

•Looking for Millwright Apprentice Candidates.

•Looking for individuals that are mechanically inclined.

•If you have any welding, fabricating and mechanical experience, it would be an asset but we are willing to train.

•Willing to help pay for schooling to get an Industrial Millwright license (433A).

•Competitive Wages, Benefits and Profit Sharing. Apply to: jobs@kingsvillestamping.ca

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

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-322-8625. tf

IRWIN PLUMBINGResidential rough-ins and repairs. Starting April 2nd 519-825-7245 will be changing to 519-324-2202. A text is preferred if capable. Call if not. ja6-tf

WANTED GOLD SILVER

JEWELRY ALL COINSSelling your Gold Silver ALL Coins? Please read!! I did not recently send a colored brochure to your home. Before you sell take the time to get a second opinion (my offer is often double) - **

Locally owned* 55 years of “satisified customers” Not colored brochures. Free estimates no obligation Thursday, May 25 at Unico Centre, 37 Beech St Kingsville Buying All gold silver, all coins, Canada, USA, world-paper money, mint sets, Military items, Windup watches. Free no obligation estimates. 55 Years of satisfied customers. Not colored brochures. House calls available. Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 519-8181805. my17-24

NOTICE

HUGE YARD SALE - Sun Parlour Curling Club’s Annual HUGE Yard Sale will be held on the front lawn on Saturday, May 27 at 8:00 a.m., 55 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. No early birds. Great deals for all! Clothing, electronics, books, baby items, linens, furniture, sporting goods - we have it all! BBQ lunch and bake table also available. my17-24

Due to the Victoria Day Holiday Deadline for classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Thursday at 4:00 p.m.

•Mowing •Edging •Trimming & More CALL FOR QUOTE

sunshinelawncare321@gmail.com

Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 8, 2023, weather permitting, and ending October 20, 2023. The application of pesticide will be completed for the promotion of public health or safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act.

The Municipality of Leamington will be using the following pesticides registered under Pest Control Products Act (Canada):

Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide (Registration #32719), which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid

Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide (Registration #28486), containing the active ingredient Glyphosate, present as potassium salt.

Questions or concerns? Please contact:

Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761 (Collect calls will be accepted)

FORM 6 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER

The MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until

1. Roll # 3650-010-001-01302 PT LT 1, BROKEN FRONT CON, GEOGRAPHIC TWP OF ROMNEY, PT OF THE ROAD ALLOWANCE BETWEEN ESSEX COUNTY & KENT COUNTY AS CLOSED BY BY-LAW R011904, DESIGNATED AS PTS 2,3 & 4, 24R6266; CHATHAMKENT. Being Erie St S., Wheatley P.I.N. 00846 0448 (LT)

Assessment: IX 1,500

2. Roll # 3650-010-001-66250 PT LT 10 OR 212, CON 1 OR TALBOT RD AS IN 143215 (3RDLY); DESCRIPTION MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE IN FUTURE AS IN 143215; ROMNEY. Being Cemetery Rd., Wheatley. P.I.N. 00847 0086 (LT)

Assessment: RTP 39,500

3. Roll # 3650-080-003-47401 DAVID STREET, PLAN 619 TILBURY. Being Elizabeth St., Tilbury P.I.N. 00802 0163 (LT).

Assessment: RTP 22,500

4. Roll # 3650-110-004-10102 PT LT 9, CON 8

$6,557.16

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS TO DESTROY WEEDS

Roll # 3650-140-006-13200 PT LT 1, NE WOODS ST, PLAN 109 AS IN 258431 HARWICH. Being Wood St., Blenheim P.I.N. 00938 0586 (LT)

RTP 24,500

7. Roll # 3650-140-006-13301 PT LTS 1 & 2, NE WOODS STREET, PLAN 109 AS IN 202068 HARWICH. Being 5 Wood St., Blenheim P.I.N. 00938 0587 (LT)

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 23, 2023, 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.

Shaun Martinho Manager of Public Works & Environmental Services 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305

www.kingsville.ca

Bothwell P.I.N. 00642 0063 (LT) Assessment: RTP 3,900

15. Roll # 3650-390-001-28100 PT PARK LT 9, PL 130 AS IN 541778; S/T AN EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PT PARK LT 9, PL 130 DESIGNATED AS PT 1, 24R8989 AS IN CK61805; MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT. Being 597 Camden St., Dresden P.I.N. 00598 0045 (LT)

FORM 6

READ THE SOUTHPOINT SUN ONLINE AT SOUTHPOINTSUN.CA

Infrastructure and Engineering Services Public Works

Public Notice of Pesticide Use

Notice is hereby given that the Municipality of Chatham-Kent intends to utilize Green Stream Lawn & Vegetation Management Inc. and Veg-Tek Agri Inc. for the purpose of controlling noxious weeds along all municipal rural roadsides.

This pesticide use falls under Public Works Exception of the Cosmetics Pesticides Ban for the promotion of public health or safety.

The following pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) will be used:

•ClearView Herbicide (Reg. #29752) containing the active ingredients

Metsulfuron-methyl and Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt

•Gateway Adjuvant (Reg.#31470) containing the active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, and Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order, bank draft, or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality (or board) and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold.

Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated property taxes and any taxes that may be applicable such as the land transfer tax.

The lands do not include mobile homes situate on the lands.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

A copy of the prescribed form of tender is on the Municipality of Chatham-Kent website, www.chatham-kent.ca and on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact:

•Navius FLEX Herbicide (Reg. #30922) containing the active ingredients

Metsulfuron–methyl and Aminocyclopyrachlor

The spring spray period is expected to take place between May 15 and June 15, 2023, and fall spray period is expected to take place between September 15 and October 15, 2023 for spot treatment. Application will be weather permitting and confined to weedinfested portions of the municipal right-of-way.

A map of the specific spray locations can be requested through the Chatham-Kent Public Works Department by emailing ckpw@chatham-kent.ca

For further information, please contact:

Jordan Gray: Manager, Public Works South, Municipality of Chatham-Kent

P: 519-360-1998 or 1-800-714-7497 ckpw@chatham-kent.ca

Steve Ford: Green Stream Lawn & Vegetation Management Inc.

P: 905-510-1229 or sford@green-stream.ca

Trevor Caron: Veg-Tek Agri Inc.

P: 519-809-4812 or trevorc@vegtek.com

Memories of...

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society

Dusting off the memories

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

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

A delightful photograph of a young girl dressed in Victorian garb for the Victoria Day celebrations in May 1995. If you can identify her, please contact the Kingsville Archives at 226-348-6377 (leave message) or kingsvillearchives@gmail.com.

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family,

standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.

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

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

Looking back ...

Leamington’s best-known scouter, Prosser Moran, was honoured by Essex District Scouting last week when he was presented with one of the highest honours in scouting — the Silver Acorn Award. He has been synonymous with scouting here since 1940.

Many of the commercial business signs erected in town are illegal, town council has learned. And the problem is further compounded by the enactment of three bylaws by the town over the years. According to one bylaw, all pole signs are illegal, which encompasses not only the mall signage but also the hospital and many other smaller businesses.

If anyone ever doubted it, Marty Kir have proven them wrong — tomato plants grow quicker with more light. Marty, a Grade 7 student at Queen of Peace School, won the top award in the annual science fair with a greenhouse project using three different intensity lights and three tomato plants. He won a gold medal and a calculator for his efforts.

Leamington’s pool may need some major repairs, but a patch-up program will maintain it for this summer’s use, town council was told Monday night. Community Services Committee Chair Clarence Moore told council that a recent inspection of the pool indicated it would need major expenditures in the near future.

Essex Cable TV wants to increase its installation from $15 to $20 and the monthly fee from $6 to $6.50. The application to do so will be heard by the CRTC on June 25. Essex Cable has subscribers in Leamington and Kingsville.

The executive of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 84 were invested into office at a special ceremony on Saturday evening. Members of the executive in attendance were Alex Hazael, Ron Bradd, Pudge Hartwick, Abe Steingart, Sid French, Les Parker, Harold Knight, Ken Bridge, Ed Egan, Leon Gow (president), Al Hodgins and Rev. Aubry Bell.

Essex County Board of Education Bruce Cowan and Superintendent of Education Peter Vandervoort cutting the ribbon.

Bandmaster Jim Barnett of the Kingsville-Essex Associate Band approached town council Monday night to state the finances required to operate the band. The Town of Essex allocated $7,840 towards the band this year and Essex does not charge them for audit fees, treasurer’s fees or rental fees for practice at Essex Arena. In Kingsville, a bylaw passed in 1968 states that 1/8 of a mill would be allocated to bands in Kingsville. That 1/8 mill equals $4,250. Mr. Barnett stated that of $8,345 could be received from Kingsville, the remainder could be raised by the band, which has a total budget of $42,255.

Eleven donkeys will be taking over the Kingsville Gosfield South Arena ball field on June 10 at 7:15 pm when the Lions Club versus the Kinsmen in a game of donkey baseball. The Lions Club is favoured two-to-one over the Kinsmen. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children, with all proceeds going to the arena. The donkeys will cover all three bases, the outfield and the shortstop and will remain in the field for both teams.

10 Years Later

From the Wheatley Journal

May 23, 1990

A familiar face at Wheatley Area Public School will be missed in September 1990. Ben Taves, principal here for 21 years, will retire in June after a long, fruitful career. Born in McGrary, Manitoba, Mr. Taves moved to Leamington in 1935 and attended school at the Pelee Island and Romney #2 School in his early years. There will be an open house tea in the school gym on June 3 from 2-4 pm honouring Ben and his family.

The East Mersea School staged a spelling bee as part of Education Week activities. The winners in this year’s spelling bee were Tanya Montminy, Karen Hostine and Amy Dyck.

May 1993 - Wheatley Area Public School

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people who presented a cross section of possible careers the students might be interested in as they prepare for the working world. Pictured are Thomas Grubb, holding a set of demonstration teeth, and his group who took a keen interest in the display Mrs. Kocis had set up to help explain the career of a Dental Assistant.

From the Kingsville Reporter May 15, 1980

Saturday was a busy day at the Kingsville Gosfield South Conservation Club. A pancake breakfast was held from 7 am to 9:30 am, followed by a dedication service for the Conservation Clubhouse. A trophy case was dedicated to the memory of Byron Broadwell, Loyal Wood and Walter Deneau, for all of the work that these men did for the club. A fishing derby was held for kids 12 and under, where the kids were entitled to a limit of two rainbow trout, a hotdog and a pop.

The Kingsville Public School playground was officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 7 with Mayor Robert Coulter, Chairman of the

Wheatley Tykes have had a difficult time trying to get their 1990 season started. On Saturday, the team saw their first action after having their first three games rained out. Riverside hosted a mini tournament with teams from Cottam, Woodslee, Riverside and Wheatley competing. Wheatley faced Riverside in game one and came away with a 5-2 victory. Doug Vandevacaye picked up his first win, striking out 10, walking five and allowing just two hits. In game two, Jeremy Tiborcz registered a 4-3 win over Cottam on a four hitter, with three strike outs and one base on balls. Jamie Hatt walked, stole second and came home on a single by Richie Segedin. In game three, Wheatley came back from a 9-5 deficit in the final inning to win 10-9. Thomas Grubb picked up the win, allowing five hits, striking out seven and walking three.

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May 18, 1983 - The Wheatley Yacht Club officially opened with a variety of events including a parade which featured vessels of all kinds including this unusual one with its young occupants.

From the Leamington Post May 15, 1980

Flyers win first-ever Sutherland Cup

By C. Scott Holland

Last Tuesday night, May 9, in front of a packed house of 2,200 at Stratford’s William Allman Arena, the Leamington Flyers completed their season-long quest by winning the Sutherland Cup.

After the opening minutes of the game seven contest, the Flyers put on a show of dominance, although to the Warriors’ fans it was more like the MacPherson show, as Connor and Ryan MacPherson accounted for all four Flyers goals in a decisive 4-0 victory.

The opening period was a typical Flyers effort with good puck control and good bodychecking.

Neither team was able to get on the scoreboard despite the fact that both the Flyers’ Bryce Walcarius and Warriors’ Owen Willmore were tested with Leamington outshooting Stratford 7-6.

The second period was

totally different.

The Flyers upped their game and took total control, outshooting the Warriors 18-3.

The break both teams were looking for came early, at 1:06, when the Flyers went on a powerplay.

Koen Taves hooked a pass from the top of the slot to Connor MacPherson, whose left faceoff circle bullet eluded Willmore and made it 1-0 for the Flyers.

It was the first goal of a big night for Connor. At 9:05, he battled a Stratford player at the left point of the Leamington zone, banked the puck into the neutral zone, where he picked it up, raced down the ice and deked Willmore for a 2-0 Flyers’ lead.

Despite the Warriors effort to get their own offense going, the Flyers offense just kept pressuring Stratford while their defense took care of their

end and Bryce Walcarius stopped all that came his way.

The final nail in the Warriors’ coffin was inserted by Ryan MacPherson at 1:12 of the third when Nolan McKibbin sent a long centre pass directly onto Ryan’s stick. MacPherson went on a breakaway that ended with a laser shot that made it a 3-0 contest.

The rest of the third period became a back-andforth game with Stratford desperate to get on the scoreboard and make a game out of it. The Flyers had other intentions and were not about to squander the lead.

With 2:12 left, Stratford pulled Willmore for an extra attacker and it didn’t take long for the Flyers to put the icing on the cake as Connor MacPherson whisked a long shot from inside the Flyers zone that found the empty net and thus completed his hattrick and the 2023 Sutherland Cup.

The Flyers outshot the Warriors 12-11 in the final frame. The series MVP was bestowed upon Connor

MacPherson before Flyers’ captain Gabe Piccolo accepted the Sutherland Cup trophy and was joined by his teammates

and the throng of supporters who were present.

Ryan, left, and Connor MacPherson with the Sutherland Cup. Shelly J. Quick photos

Flyers captain Gabe Piccolo accepts the James T. Sutherland Cup from GOJHL officials on Tuesday, May 9 at Allman Arena in Stratford.

The Leamington Flyers coaching staff celebrates with their first Sutherland Cup at Stratford Arena on Tuesday, May 9. From left are Assistant Coach Matt Anthony, Assistant Coach Kyle Quick, Assistant Coach Kade McKibbin, Head Coach Dale Mitchell, General Manager Justin Solcz and Assistant GM Matt Dumouchelle.

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Leamington Flyers, from left, Owen Holmes, Nick Mahy, James Sigmon, Boe Piroski, Trevor Larue, Thomas Grossi and Griffin Grundner enjoy the ride along the streets of Leamington. All photos by the SUN

These four fans were on hand to welcome the champs to the Nature Fresh Farms Recrreation Centre.

Fans watch along Sherk Street as the team celebrates atop the fire truck.

The Leamington Flyers players gathered at the Leamington Municipal Building (town hall) before the parade got underway.

Chatham Royal Canadian Legion Branch 642 Pipes and Drums led the parade from the town hall to the complex.

This shiny red Mustang was part of the parade, carrying fans along with Flyers trainer Don Mouck and Equipment Manager Scott Simpson.

Cavaliers’ spring sports update

By Hayden Nurse

Recently, the Kingsville District High School Cavaliers badminton team partook in the SWOSSAA badminton tournament.

The junior badminton team had two athletes who competed in SWOSSAA. Congrats to Mady Stanley and Natalie

Erie Shores senior men’s golf underway

After being rained out on opening day, the Erie Shores senior men’s golf league got underway May 8.

The winning team with a score of 304 was Bill Gherasim, Tom Klassen, Rick Metz and Bob Sutherland. In second, also at 304 but placed by retrogression, was Alden Warner, Dan Mcqueen and Dan Wood. Third place at 310 was Jamie Arquette, Richard Reive and Wayne Wiseeman. Fourth place at 312 went to Randy Bradley, Jerry Meloche, Phil Larade and Ron Tremblay.

The draw winners were Cecil Mendel and Jerry Malard.

Closest to the hole on #3 was Gord Anderson and on #16 Ron Tremblay.

The longest putt on #5 was made by Cecil Men-

del and on #13 Bill Gherasim.

The low round for the day was shot by Bill Ruiter with 80, followed by Wayne Wiseman with 83 and Phil Larade 84.

There were seven birdies shot this day: Alden Warner, Dan McQueen and Dave Wilkinson on #1, Gary McRae and Orest Hyrenwich #2, Brian Collins #7, Cecil Mendel #11, and Bill Gherasim #13.

Forty-five golfers showed up for opening day, so hope to see everyone out again next week.

Golden Years mini golfers wrap up season

The Golden Years Mini Golf League wrapped up the 2022/23 season with 51 golfers scoring 76 holes-in-one at Colasanti’s mini golf course on May 11.

Leading the way with 6 aces was Bill Mayville, followed by Bryon Walker with 5. Sinking 4 each were Mavis Rutter and Bob Springthorpe, while Andy Orsini, Tom Bondy, Gary Wilson, Tom Hyatt, Gloria Smith and Colleen Pearse all scored 3. Two aces were recorded by Nick Penzari, Carol Gagnon, Shran Collins, Walter Balsam, Al Munson, Jamie Arquette, Theresa Decaluwe, Dave Labonte, Nancy Springthorpe, Betty McManus and Barb Fick. With single aces were Chuck McKenzie, Bill Taylor, Mike Binder,

Debbie Clinton, Loraine Fox, Mary Binder, Julia Kos, Linda Lavender, Ed Middleton, Bill Ward, Kathy Bechard, Tony Hudvagner, Monique Benfield, Denise Munson, Perpetua Hildrop, John Murphy and Danielle Kovac.

Top scores over 18 holes were recorded by Tom Hyatt with 34, Mavis Rutter with 35, Debbie Clinton and Tom Bondy with 36, Bill Ward with 37 and Bob Springthorpe, Bryon Walker and Bill Mayville (2) with 38.

Leaders over 36 holes were Tom Hyatt scoring a terrific 74. Debbie Clinton and Mavis were hot on his heels with 75. Bill Ward and Bill Mayville recorded 76, Julia Kos 78 and Colleen Pearse 79.

First place was Team

Mann for bringing home gold in women’s doubles. Congrats also to the senior team’s Nate Mckee, Ty Murray, Brooke Swan, Ella Friesen, Quinn Brennan, Michael Hicks, Molly Scherer and Ashton Sim on great seasons.

The senior girls soccer team finished second in

the AA WECSSAA standings with a 5-1 record.

The senior boys also finished second in the regular season standings with a 4-1-1 record.

Last week, the boys baseball team played Herman on Friday and won with a 15-0 mercy.

The girls softball team

remains undefeated as they beat North Star 18-3 last week.

This week the Cavalier Track and Field team compete in WECSSAA to qualify for SWOSSAA the following week.

Check back next week for the latest Cavalier sports news.

Talbot Trail senior golf news

By Bob McLean

We’re back! On Tuesday, May 2 there were 17 senior golfers who showed up at the clubhouse to register. The golf course had received an over abundance of rain so only one diehard golfer, Ken Krueger, decided to venture out.

On Tuesday, May 9 there were 60 senior golfers who showed up and they were eager to play. It is expected that the league will possibly have as many as 80-85 participants this year.

League fees will be collected in a couple of weeks. At this point it is expected to be $50. This entitles the senior participants to food and prizes on the scrambles. There is also a 50-25-25 draw at each scramble: June, July, August and early October.

A June travel excursion is being planned by Bummy.

Drummond merited superb 43s. Mike Wright and Joe Vrtel scored very commendable 45s.

Although many of the league players, including myself, found the course to be very challenging, there were still lots of smiles and laughter heard.

Jacks (Bryon Walker, Gary Wilson, Mavis Rutter) with a score of 240. Second place was a tie between Team 14 (Debbie Clinton, Shran Collins, Walter Balsam) and Team Aces (Tom Hyatt, Ruth Samson, Colleen Pearse), both scoring 247. Third place was also a tie between Team Queens (Bill Edwards, Jamie Arquette, Theresa Decaluwe) and Team 15 (Carol Gagnon, Ron Fick, Tom Bondy) each with a score of 255.

Members enjoyed a fun luncheon following play as a wrap-up to the season with special thanks to Patty at Colasanti’s and members Bill Taylor and Bill Ward for their leadership this year.

The league will resume play in mid September.

Leamington Bridge Club scores

On Monday, May 22 there is a Pancake Breakfast from 10-11 a.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre. There is a signup sheet on the bulletin board. Bridge will start at noon that day.

The following are the top scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Centu-

ry Centre.

May 8: North/South -

1st Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Case Mulder. East/West -

1st Moira Escott and Margaret Foster, 2nd Dave Derbyshire and Dale Smith, 3rd Rowe Deans and Shirley Morel.

May 12: North/South - 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Marilyn Robbins. East/West - 1st Sally Bell and Bob Bell, 2nd Buddy Ellwood and Case Mulder, 3rd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire.

The outside workers, with the aid of Mother Nature, had the course in excellent condition for play. They had been kept very busy cutting the fairways, rough and greens.

Reporting of the league results by age groupings will take place later in May. Leading the way last week was the bionic man, Dutchy, who scored a spectacular 37. He was closely followed by the excellent results of Ken Krueger, 38, and Arkey, 39.

Pearcie, Fuzzy and Joe

The LP was won by Gary Hillier who drained a 15-foot beauty on #2. Len Snively hit a terrific shot to within 12 feet on #9 to win the CP.

Members welcomed back the league’s inspiring 90 year olds who each still play a very good game. Murray Cascadden, 93, Dave La Bonte, 92, Gerry Becigneul ,91, and Erle Nash, 90. Just have fun!

Natalie Mann (left) and Mady Stanley of KDHS junior badminton team are SWOSSAA gold medalists.

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