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By Mark Ribble WHEATLEY — An explosion rocked downtown Wheatley on Thursday, August 26, sending at least seven people to hospital with non life-threatening injuries. Dozens of emergency vehicles had converged on the village within a half-hour of the 6:15 pm blast. Ambulances were lined up along Talbot West near the Circle-K as they used that area for triage. About 20 people were treated at the scene, with seven going to hospitals in Leamington, Windsor and Chatham. Earlier Thursday afternoon — about 4:30 pm — gas monitor alarms went off, prompting Chatham-Kent Fire to put up those familiar roadblocks on Erie Street North near the four corners that residents have seen on two previous occasions. Because of the high gas levels, evacuations were carried out immediately, which surely saved many lives. Firefighters were doing gas level checks when the explosion occurred around 6:15 pm, levelling the former Pogue Irish Pub building and doing severe damage to the new Wheatley Hotel, Subway and MJ’s Pizza. Many other businesses and apartment dwellings are also damaged. Houses in the area felt the brunt of the blast as well, with debris landing on homes in the neighbourhood. Windows were shattered all along Erie and Talbot Streets, including the entire front glass portion of Adamson Guardian Drugs. Local residents were shocked and angry as they talked about the two states-of-emergency that were declared in June and July and subsequent evacuation orders. “We’ve all had the feeling that this was inevitable,” said Kimberley Grant of the Wheatley BIA. “People are really upset.” The townsfolk in Wheatley have been pretty vocal about the lack of answers and solutions since the two evacuations earlier this summer. Chatham-Kent officials quickly set up a reception centre at Wheatley Area Arena where residents could check in. As of press time, the reception centre is still operating out of the arena, with an ATM machine set up so residents can access cash. Chatham-Kent CAO Don Shropshire expects the evacuees to be out of their homes and businesses until the threat of another explosion dissipates. “Until the gas is subsided, we expect the area to be closed indefinitely,” he said. Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff said they are calling upon the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) to step up. “It’s unacceptable for the people of Wheatley to live in fear,” he said. “We’ve called upon the MNRF to find a solution.” SEE EXPLOSION — PAGE 2

Aerial and ground hoses hit the debris with water on Friday morning. The water was still being applied on Monday. SUN photos

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About 100 personnel were on scene Thursday night into Friday, ranging from municipal officials to fire, police and EMS. The municipality has placed 15 households — consisting of about 33 people — in local hotels and motels and has provided assistance to about 85 households to date. They will help with food, housing and clothing for those who had to evacuate so suddenly. “I can’t over-emphasize the amazing response from the first responders,” said Canniff. Fire Chief Chris Case said that he is also angry that firefighters and residents are still at risk. “I have no idea how we can get in and stabilize the situation while this ongoing risk is emanating from the ground,” he said. “I’m quite angry that our firefighters keep returning to save lives on three occasions while we still have this ongoing risk.” When asked if there was risk of another explosion, Case confirmed that the risk of another explosion “is very real.” Meanwhile, the outpouring of concern for Wheatley residents came from all across the region, as numerous individuals and agencies jumped in to help those left homeless. Lauren Anderson, of the Active Citizens of Wheatley, immediately started planning and as of Monday, the Wheatley Disaster Relief Fund GoFundMe

page had raised almost $17,000. Mike and Erica Renwick, owners of Renny’s Village Smokehouse in Wheatley, could not get back into their business, so they turned their attention to helping others. They reached out to their brother-inlaw Len Janzen of the Leamington Regional Food Hub, and he took the ball and ran with it. Janzen contacted his friend Gelly Bodor of Fogz Logistics, who delivered a reefer-equipped semi trailer to Talbot Trail Golf Course Friday afternoon. Janzen had Bodor stop at the Food Hub first and fill up with skids full of fresh vegetables, bottled water, sports drinks and other food. Wheatley is a small community that takes care of its own and that community spirit has shone through in the past several days. Municipal officials met with representatives of the MNRF Saturday morning to convey the urgency of finding the source of the hydrogen sulphide that’s believed to be the cause of the explosion. The province plans on bringing in technical experts to assess the situation and how it can be fixed. Firefighters remained on the scene Monday, still dousing the rubble with water in hopes of reducing the chance of another explosion. As of Monday, there was still one Chatham-Kent employee recovering in hospital.

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Lake Erie presents a ‘challenge’ to paddlers, surfers By Mark Ribble With photos from Deanna Bertrand LEAMINGTON — In true Lake Erie fashion, the whitecaps, wind and waves of our lake provided a challenge to those participating in the Lake Erie Challenge on Saturday, August 28. Hosted by the Canadian Freshwater Alliance, three teams covered over 100 kilometres of open water to raise awareness and funds to protect our freshwater ecosystem. The lake’s conditions did not make for an easy challenge. Team Wingfoil and Team SUP left Cedar Beach in Kingsville early in the morning on Saturday, with Team Wingfoil planning a trip across to Pelee Island, then returning to meet Team SUP at Pelee Wings along Point Pelee Drive. Meanwhile, members of Caldwell First Nation’s Council and Youth Advisory Committee joined Team SUP for the final 5 kms of their trip — from Leamington Marina to the Caldwell Marina at Sturgeon Creek. They travelled in a large freighter canoe and a smaller three-person, one-dog

Committee canoe, which member Anelcapsized in lah Orosz gave a the lake at one heart-felt speech point during to those in attenthe challenge. dance, bringing Altogether, awareness to the about $8,600 Youth Advisowas raised ry Committee’s through the involvement in efforts of evANELLAH OROSZ helping the envieryone inronment. volved. Leamington-born Der“The athletes put in a tremendous amount of ik Hyatt, a professional effort to accomplish what surf and SUP (stand-up they did today, and we’d paddle board) instructor, love to see their efforts was happy to return to celebrated”, said Raj Gill, his roots for the challenge Great Lakes Program Di- and moved by the pasrector at the Freshwater sion shown by the Caldwell First Nation. Alliance. “I spent the first 20 “While algae levels were low this year, we years of my life here and know that was by luck it’s emotional coming and not design,” said back and I want to say Gill. “A very dry spring thank you for having me reduced the nutrient run- here today,” he said. “Just coming into the park and off”. The challenge was pre- seeing all of the Caldceded by a celebration well signs is such a great Friday evening at Mad- thing.” Hyatt and his wife now bin Jina inside Point Pelee National Park. Caldwell live in Miller Lake, OntarFirst Nation welcomed all io. He was among the first of the athletes with food, casualties on Saturday song and ceremony. The Caldwell Youth morning, as the condiAdvisory Committee was tions made it near imposinstrumental in forging sible for him to manoeuthe partnership between vre his board to get to the Fresh Water Alliance Leamington from Kingsand Caldwell First Na- ville. Tim Blanchard, another tion.

member of Team Wingfoil, made it to Pelee Island without incident, but really struggled coming back. He had to ‘tack’ back across the lake in a zigzag pattern in order to reach Pelee Wings, costing him precious hours. Sara Chojnicki and Brad Petrus both declared their stand-up paddle-boarding trip a challenging five kilometres. “Nobody called it a Lake Erie walk-in-thepark,” said Petrus as he exited the lake. “It is a challenge.” Donate to the Lake Erie Challenge at www.lakeeriechallenge.ca. More photos on pg. 16.

Tim Blanchard exits Lake Erie at Pelee Wings.

Team Caldwell in their freighter canoe arrives at Sturgeon Creek.

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Time for a permanent solution in Wheatley Our slo-pitch game in Wheatley was just getting underway last Thursday, when I realized that our third baseman

was going to be late getting to the game, so being the team player I profess to be, I took the position at the hot corner for the warm-ups, hoping that Justin would arrive before the game actually got started. He arrived but still needed time to get spikes on his feet and stretch a bit, so I resigned myself to handling sizzling ground balls hit my way for at least the next 10-15 minutes. Spencer Neufeld led off for the opposition and about three pitches in, we all witnessed the huge explosion that rocked downtown Wheatley. From my vantage point, I saw debris flying through the air and then a puff of dark smoke that lingered in the air for another few moments. To say we were all shocked as we stood on the ball diamond would be an understatement. You could have The plume of smoke immediately after the heard a pin drop within that norWheatley explosion — as seen from the ball mally rambunctious ball complex. diamonds at the arena.

The hours that followed were eye-opening, even for a veteran reporter who has seen what a tornado can do to his hometown. The damage and wide spread chaos caused by the explosion in Wheatley will be hard to overcome for a lot of people. The business owners and residents affected by the blast may never be the same. In good old Wheatley fashion, several people and organizations have come through to help and that’s indicative of small town living. Kudos to those who have stepped up to help and thanks to the first responders who literally put their lives on the line this summer, not knowing when or if that building was going to blow. The fast action of those on scene last week — whether they realized this time

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Revisiting my former workplace THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk The empty lot at 148 Talbot Street East in Leamington is up for sale by the Century 21 Real Estate office next door. The asking price is $299,900. Sixty-four years ago, in 1957, this was the used car lot for Ray Young, our local Pontiac-Buick dealer. I landed my first summer job at 15 washing cars for 50 cents an hour on this property with about 15 used cars up for sale. The office was a little white shack now on display at nearby Heritage Village. Lawrence Gillanders was the used

car sales manager. He was a very pleasant gentleman and had a knack for selling cars. One day a young married couple showed up on the lot. They were looking for a good used car and started their search on our lot. They liked a very clean-looking 1954 Ford two-door sedan and took it for a test drive with Lawrence with them. When they returned, they said they liked it but didn’t say they would buy it, and Lawrence asked why they were hesitating. The husband or wife (can’t remember which) said they had set aside this whole day to look for a good used car but didn’t feel right about buying the first one they looked at. Lawrence knew what to say: “Have you ever gone shopping for a pair of

shoes? You try on a pair at the first store but want to see what you can find at the other stores. You go to every shoe store in town and end up coming back to the first store and buying the first pair of shoes you tried on.”

was different or not — saved countless lives. If the evacuation hadn’t taken place as quickly as it had, there would be people that would not be here with us today. Of course, we’re still no closer to a solution to this mess, with the Municipality of Chatham-Kent putting the onus on the province to find a permanent solution. Whatever they do, and whoever does it, it needs to be made right so the people of Wheatley don’t have to go to bed at night wondering if the smallest of sparks could spell disaster.

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Fire Fest on tap for Saturday in Kingsville

By Deanna Bertrand KINGSVILLE – Two bright red vintage fire trucks rolled up to Kingsville’s South Fire Station on Division Road Monday as a preview for the upcoming Fire Fest this Saturday, September 4. The two trucks each have histories all their own, with one coming from Hanson, Missouri, and being a “small rig with a big personality” and the other from Romulus, Michigan, which was part of several plane crash rescues in the 1980s, according to Fire Fest organizer Brent DeNure.

They will be joined by between 20 and 30 more vintage fire vehicles on Saturday for the town’s first ever event and parade. “As we return to normal after almost 18 months of fighting this global pandemic, we certainly have much to be grateful for when it comes to the tireless efforts of our fire department and other emergency service personnel,” said Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos. “We’re looking forward to paying tribute to this team of frontline heroes and having some fun as a

community as well.” “This community has always demonstrated a great deal of respect for its front-line workers,” said Fire Chief John Quennell. “I’m constantly blown away by the hardworking, courageous and passionate men and women that serve on our Kingsville Fire Department, and Fire Fest gives the public the chance to come out and show their support for this great group.” Deputy Mayor Gord Queen spoke of Kingsville having a long history with firefighting and hav-

Pictured are Jeromy Garant, Kingsville fire captain and training and public education officer, Deputy Mayor Gord Queen, Fire Chief John Quennell, Mayor Nelson Santos, and and Fire Fest organizer, Brent DeNure. Deanna Bertrand photo

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ing its own department for over 100 years. Kingsville’s downtown core will close at 11 a.m. to accommodate the arrival of the slow roll of fire truck apparatus. Fire Fest starts at 8 am with a pancake breakfast at Cottam Ridgeview Park Pavilion, hosted by the Department’s North Station. At 11 am, new and antique fire trucks will make their way from Victoria Street to County Road 34, down County Road 29 (Division Road North) to Main Street

Kingsville, where vehicles will remain parked until 3 pm for people to take a closer look at the vintage fire apparatus and snap some classic pictures. The roads will remain closed for Open Streets, which happens each Saturday through the summer from 4 pm – 10:30 pm. Kingsville Fire & Rescue will also be selling ‘Friends of Kingsville Fire’ t-Shirts on the town’s website. These t-shirts will be delivered right to

the purchaser’s home by Kingsville Fire personnel, who will stay and offer a safety check of smoke and CO alarms. Fire Chief Quennell also said the fire trucks will be on display Friday night at Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village, located at 6155 Arner Townline. He also encouraged the public to come on out and see the trucks, along with the classic vehicles already housed in the museum.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 50 Years With HEIRS - 7:00 p.m. – Ontario Ancestors, Essex Co Branch presents Harrow Early Immigrant Research Society (HEIRS) to our virtual presentation to speak about their material and resources. Free and open to everyone! Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca/meetings for Zoom link to register. ONGOING Wellness Together Canada offers FREE, 24/7 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE SUPPORT WITH NO WAIT TIMES for Canadians of all ages, in every province and territory and in both official languages. Funded by the Government of Canada. More info at https:// wellnesstogether.ca/en-CA. Phone counselling available 24/7 at 1-866-585-0445. MIRACLE MOBILE MARKET - The Mobile Market is a weekly travelling fresh produce market that offers packages of fruits and veggies. The suggested donation is $5 ( all donations go back into purchasing local produce for the Market project.) Join us in Wheatley on Tuesdays from 12:30 - 1:00 pm at the Wheatley Arena. Visit www.mobilemarketck.com or www. facebook.com/mobilemarketck for the latest info. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Meeting dates in September are the 1st, 15th and 29th. 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. 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 1424), 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. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. 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. PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES - Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in Chatham-Kent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes. MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses. Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment. Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-3263821. www.pregnancycentre.net.

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Chatham-Kent Leamington candidates weigh in

DAVE EPP – Incumbent Progressive Conservative Dave Epp is a third-generation Leamington farmer on the First Concession. He is married with four grown daughters, who have all spread their wings and went out into society. He’s been on many committees and organizations prior to his political career, including the Ontario Processing Vegetable Growers, Agricorp, Leamington’s Committee of Adjustment, Board of Directors for UMEI, Leamington Flyers Hockey Club and much more. In addition, Dave served five years with the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. His brother and nephew now handle the majority of the work on the Epp farm, as he delved into politics. “I became more partisan in the last 10 years, as I hoped to affect change,” he said. For Dave, with his expertise in the farming and agri-food processing field, he is confident he can continue to work hard for all of his constituents. “This is home,” he said. “Yes, I’m from Leamington, but I feel like I can call the entire riding my home.” He’s spent a lot of time leading teams and committees and sees one of his strengths as being able to work with colleagues on the same side and across the aisle. As for main issues, Epp sees COVID as being front and centre, but cautions that we have to take care of the health of the community but also look to financial recovery after COVID. “We have to look ahead and secure the future,” he said.

He wishes to go on record to say he and his family are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. “I support any Canadian who is medically able to get vaccinated,” he said. He also understands that there are those who choose not to get vaccinated and says he supports regular testing if they choose that route. He feels that an election in the middle of the fourth wave of the pandemic is an election that nobody wants. “We should be concentrating on recovery and getting out of the pandemic,” he said, “not campaigning.” Epp says that economic growth rates were at 1.6 per cent prior to COVID, which left the Canadian economy in a precarious position. “We have to get our growth rates up over three per cent,” he said.

GREG HETHERINGTON Liberal Candidate Greg Hetherington was born in Orford Township on a farm just outside Thamesville and spent 20 years farming with his family. He graduated from Fanshawe College in Broadcasting/Media. He currently owns a small business (media company) — Five Amigos Broadcasting — that owns four radio stations and a marketing company. CKXS Radio, which Hetherington started 12 years ago, serves Chatham-Kent. He’s helped chair, fundraise and organize almost 1000 events in his riding, including the CKHA Foundation. “I’ve been on the hospital board for 20 years and most recently, chair of the

foundation,” he said. “I helped co-chair our biggest fundraising initiative three years ago, where we raised over $7,000,000 for new equipment at the hospital.” Hetherington also sits on the board of directors for the Children’s Treatment Centre and helped raise over $1,000,000 and assisted over 4,000 families in Chatham-Kent. “I love people, I love helping and I love to work hard,” he said. “I know what it’s like to be a small business owner, and the hours and commitment it takes to be successful.” His connection to the community through his service work has given him a solid background on what people need and how he can service them. “Our riding needs

someone with a strong understanding of what our middle class needs, and how we can better service them, and help move forward through the pandemic,” he said. He says that getting the economy moving forward is one of the top issues of this election, along with helping families get back to work and assist small business. “Our 10-dollar childcare will help get families back to work,” he said. Hetherington also sees housing as a local issue that needs addressing. The homeless and affordable housing are one issue with two key problems. “I’m a hands-on person and like to get involved,” he said.

He and his wife have committed to working with The Bridge in Leamington to assist with homelessness, jobs, addiction and education. He says the Liberals will double the Home Buyers Tax Credit and also build, repair or preserve 1.4 million homes in four years. As for COVID, Hetherington says that our health and vaccines are paramount. “Canada is one of the leaders in the world on getting vaccines available and in the arms of Canadians,” he said. “We need to continue that approach to keep each other safe, and continue to open up the country.”

Happy 103rd Birthday To the Best Mom! ~ September 6, 2021 ~

The family is so happy and thankful to spend your day with you. We hold you tightly within our hearts. Loving You, Norm, Carol & Fran and families IN MEMORIAM

Snook, Mary E. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away September 2, 1998. God saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around you And whispered “Come to Me.” You suffered much in silence Your spirit did not bend, You faced your pain with courage, Right to the very end. You tried so hard to stay with us, Your fight was all in vain; God took you in His loving arms, And freed you from your pain. Our hearts all ache with sadness Our silent tears still flow For what it meant to lose you, No one will ever know,

Love, Mary-Maureen and Jay

IN MEMORIAM

Maria Vincenza ToTaro-MasTronardi August 22, 1925 - January 4, 2014

Gino

MasTronardi

March 19, 1951 - September 3, 1961

alberino MasTronardi

December 4, 1925 - January 15, 2015

60 Years Have Passed Sept. 3

Fond are the ties that are broken, Dear is the one that is gone. In memory we shall keep him, As long as the years roll on. As we loved him, so we miss him, In our memory he is dear. Loved, remembered, longed for always, Bringing many a silent tear. “In silence we remember.” Love, your family

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General Federal Election is September 20

Mark Vercouteren Green Party Candidate The Green Party of Canada is excited to announce Mark Vercouteren as their candidate for the upcoming federal election in Chatham-Kent-Leamington. Mark grew up in Chatham-Kent, spending his teenage years at his family’s fruit stand and greenhouse business, as well as working for various farmers over the years. This experience instilled a deep respect for the role that farmers play in communities across Canada,

and the world. Mark is an experienced campaigner with a love for his communities. Having run for the Green Party of Ontario three times previously, as well as for the Green Party of Canada in 2015 and 2019, he brings a high level of experience to present Green ideas to the people of Chatham-Kent-Leamington. Mark looks forward to discussing with residents over the coming weeks on building a strong, sustainable and compassionate community.

Chamber holding candidates debate

LEAMINGTON — The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Federal Election Debate on Tuesday, September 14 at The Bank Theatre. Corey Robertson will be the moderator for the debate. Doors open at 6 pm and the debate begins at 7 pm. Space is limited due to COVID restrictions. Visit leamingtonchamber.com for information and to pre-register for attendance.

DAN GELINAS NDP Candidate Dan Gelinas was born in Windsor and has lived in Wheatley with his wife Mary Beth, for the past 26 years. Together they have nine children, 26 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Gelinas went to the University of Windsor, where he majored in political science and history. His work experience includes Chrysler Canada, Navistar, Benteler and Magna. An avid hockey, lacrosse and baseball coach, he is a member of the Windsor-Essex County Senior Sports Organization. He also sat on the Windsor Emancipation Committee Board, CC Retirees and Junior Achievement. Gelinas is the past president of the Essex ONDP

Riding Association, Provincial and Federal Council and Convention Delegate. He was runner-up as the NDP candidate for Chatham-Kent Essex in 2014. He is in agreement with the NDP election agenda put forth by leader Jagmeet Singh. “Pharmacare and dental care are necessary programs all the people of Canada welcome and deserve as Canadians,” he said. “Sick leave — fully paid — student debt forgiveness, housing and climate change all must be addressed.” Dan feels that COVID-19 has become the major issue in Canada and that Canadians must be better prepared to fight any future pandemics by producing our own vac-

cines. “Back in the 1980s the government-owned Connaught Labs was producing vaccines here in Canada but allowed to be sold to the French company Merieux (now part of Sanofi) by the Conservative government of Brian Mulroney,” he said. He believes that the main focus in Chatham-Kent Leamington must be placed on the economy, jobs and infrastructure that includes the building of better roads — especially Highway #3 — bridges and highspeed internet to help the

farming community grow and be successful. He is also a staunch supporter of the LGBTQ2S community and feels that the conversion therapy vote was a grave injustice. Gelinas travelled to China with the Hon. Lorne Nystrom- PC, promoting Chatham Kent Leamington to investors. “The federal NDP Chatham-Kent Leamington riding needs a strong experienced candidate that will put people first,” he said. “As your candidate I promise to work for a more progressive agenda here in CKL.” A request for a bio on Ms. Vallee was not supplied by press time. You can visit her Facebook page for more information and to contact her.

LIZ VALLEE People’s Party of Canada Liz Vallee is the People’s Party of Canada candidate in the upcoming federal election for Chatham-Kent Leamington.

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Arrest made in break and enter KINGSVILLE – Police have arrested an individual after a break and enter at a residence in Kingsville. Members of the Kingsville Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were contacted by a resident on August 9, short-

ly after 8:00 a.m., after a break-in sometime overnight at a home in Kingsville. With the assistance of security video, officers were able to identify a person of interest. On Monday August 23, members of the Leam-

ington Detachment OPP, while on patrol, located the person identified in the video on a bicycle in Leamington. A 43-year-old Leamington man was arrested and charged with Break and Enter a Dwelling/House - Commit Indictable Offence. The Essex County OPP ask the public to report any suspicious activity to police immediately and consider installing

security features, such as increased lighting, cameras, or alarms. Citizens are asked to ensure vehicles, sheds, garages and doors are locked to assist in the prevention of some crimes. Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-3101122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).

Thomas Hatton

Marni Ribble

October 27, 1951 - August 25, 2021 It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of Marni Ribble (Girardin) on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at 69 years of age. Loving wife and best friend of Donald. Cherished mother to Dawn (Doug) and Derek (Brenda). Adored grandmother to Joshua and Kassia. She will be missed by her brothers, their families and many other nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place with a private family gathering. Cremation arrangements entrusted with Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Anna Marcovecchio

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Anna Marcovecchio (nee Krill), formerly Feltmate, on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Born in Calmar, Alberta 88 years ago. Daughter of the late Mike and Katie Krill. Wife of the late Harold Feltmate and second husband Alex Marcovecchio. Mother of Gerald Feltmate (Cheryl), and the late Michael Feltmate. Stepmother of Rena Moauro (Frank), Nick Marcovecchio (Frances) and Johnny Marcovecchio (Marg). Sister of Russell Krill (Darlene), the late Olga Henderson (George) and the late Bessie Donaldson (George). Anna is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Anna’s family will be remembering and celebrating her life at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Life Transitions Burial and Cremation Service Inc.

Joseph Bachmeier Joseph Bachmeier, born August 9, 1937 and passed away peacefully on Monday, August 23, 2021 in Leamington at the age of 84. Survived by his wife Nancy and siblings Irene Hauser (Don), Arnelda Evens, Ted, Louella Hoffman, Jerry (Bernadette), Ken (Edith), Les (Stacey), Frances Malott (Tom), and also many nieces and nephews. Joe was a loyal employee of the H.J. Heinz Co. for 36 years. Lovingly remembered for his sweet disposition. As per Joe’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation by contacting the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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March 6, 1991 - August 27, 2021 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Thomas James Hatton at the age of 30. Loving husband of Courtney for 12 years. Proud father of Leland, Reid, Decland and Matteo. Cherished son of Gayle and Doug. Beloved brother Amanda ( Jeff ), Proof of obituary toofrun Richard and Michelle, and brother-in-law of Gordon, Charity ( Jason) and Hunter (Hannah). Uncle of Austin, Brooklyn, Zoey, September Owen, Keira, Hannah, 1, 2021Luke, Karl, Alaska, Jace, Mason, Blake, Briar, Kai and Gunnar. Dear son-in-law Southpoint Sun of Cindy and Norman. He will be sincerely missed by his $100, $13ashst grandparents, aunts plus and uncles, well=as$113 his many extended family members and friends. Thomas Any was achanges family man at heart. He loved and please email cherished the relationship he had with his dad and made sun@southpointsun.ca sure to recreate that with his own children. He was an avid airsoft player and lovedThanks. to travel around Ontario with his group S.T.F.U. We would like to thank the staff in the ICU at Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus for their care and compassion. In kindness, donations may be made to PKD Foundation of Canada or Brain Aneurysm Foundation. As per Thomas’ wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Kingsville), 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca

Sonia Jackiw Baker of cakes, keeper of bees, guardian gardens, Proof ofof obituary to run tender of crops, giver of time, nurturer of family and friends. September With Ernie, her husband of1, 2021 63 years, they travelled hours toSun Southpoint watch grandchildren compete and t o $100, plus $13 hst = $113 visit their scattered family. They kept a wide circle of friends through dance, bridge clubs, and they entertained Any pleaseforemail frequently. She waschanges a loving volunteer years at the Sun Parlour Nursingsun@southpointsun.ca Home. With the shortest legs in the family, she out paced us all. Thanks. It is with great sorrow that we announce that on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, in her 84th year, with loving family by her side, Sonia (Sunny) Jackiw passed away. She was survived by the love of her life, Ernie, and lovingly remembered by her sons Randy (Christine) Jackiw, Gordon ( Judy) Jackiw and daughter Leah (Carmine) De Leo, grandchildren Raeya, Isaac, Jagger, Coco and Marlo, nieces Rose (the late Frank) DeLazzer, Sylvia (Bob) Bradt, Joyce (the late Danny) Rahm, great-nieces, great-nephews, their families and many extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place in Ottawa. Arrangements are entrusted to the Caring Cremation Centre in Essex, Ontario, 519-776-7565. In honour of Sonia, donations to the Hope for Dementia at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/assessmentand-diagnostic-of-dementia/ are appreciated by the family. You may send your condolences and share memories at www.caringcremation.ca

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Alex Archer’s 13-year cancer journey offers hope for future COTTAM — September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month and also marks 13 years into Alex Archer’s journey. It all began with a three-year-old with a sore leg. It hurt him when he walked, then he started sleeping more than usual and then he never felt like playing anymore. His mother, Dr. Karen Archer, was understandably concerned. “Doctors told us there was nothing to worry about,” she said. “Then, our world came crashing down when Alex was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (A.L.L.) on Christmas Eve 2008.” At that time, Alex had

a new baby brother and a five-year-old sister. He was brought into remission in a short time at London Children’s Hospital, then continued chemotherapy for three-anda-half years. In 2013, Alex experienced a relapse of A.L.L. and again was brought into remission and then continued treatment for another two-and-a-half years. It was during these years that Alex developed a keen interest in sports, playing travel hockey and baseball and all school sports, especially loving track and cross country. “I remember taking him to Met hospital in the morning for chemo, then rushing him to a track meet in the afternoon so he could run his events,” says his mom. “There were teachers that would drop what they were doing to watch him run and he broke records.” In 2017 at age 11, Alex had a second relapse of A.L.L. Alex Archer during his treatment and although he for Acute Lymphoblastic Leuke- was brought into mia.

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remission again with chemotherapy, it was decided that a bone marrow transplant was needed. Alex spent four months in London, undergoing both chemotherapy and immune therapy to ready him for the transplant. An unrelated donor was found and the bone marrow transplant took place at SickKids in Toronto on his 12th birthday. He couldn’t leave the room he had the transplant in for 28 days. Alex spent the next three months in Toronto, staying between the hospital and Ronald McDonald House, and received incredible care. In total, he did not sleep in his own bed for seven months that year. The doctors were amazed because he was the only transplant patient they had ever had that would ride their bike to hospital appointments from RMH Toronto. Once he was home, he couldn’t attend school at Gosfield North PS in Cottam due to the risk of infection and the school board provided a tutor for several months. Alex was the Relay for

Life Champion for this area in 2018 and delivered a speech with humour and hope that had the crowd in tears. Upon his grade 8 graduation, he was presented with an award that combined academic and athletic performance as well as perseverance. This past June marked four years since his transplant. The family was recently put in contact with the bone marrow donor, who is from Germany. Alex is now 16 years

old and enjoys golf, base- preciate each other and ball, hanging around with make the most of every friends and has a summer day,” says his mom. job. He hopes to continue playing on the volleyball, basketball and badminton teams at Essex District High School this year. Alex’s story is about hope, perseverance and strength. “I wouldn’t wish these last 13 years on any family, but Alex Archer is now a happy it has made us ap- 16-year-old. Photo submitted

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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley

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

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china souvenirs Warden Tom Bain cut the ribbon to openand for sale as well the new transfer station and 10 garbageas providing trucks full of garbage were eagerly wait-a luncheon ing to be the first to dump their loads. menu. Speed boat rides —— were available While many youngsters complainedfrom the Cedar of nothing to do this summer, othersBeach Drug Store for 50 were content to pick up a good book.cents a ride Participants in the Kingsville Libraryfor summer reading program wound up their sum-visitors renting cabin or for mer program with a special day. Thoseacottagers not youngsters included Amanda Camp-owning a boat. bell, Rachel Presley, Megan Earl, Mi-The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This chelle Launder and Jennica Denotter. photograph of an unidentiﬁed family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in Form 5 (Upper the late 1940s or earlySchool) 1950s. Kingsville High School Students. Year unknown. Front row: Isabel

Looking back at 1993

From The Leamington Post August 31, 1993 Firefighters from four area departments battled a blaze through the night Sunday at the Sherman Storage Ltd. Warehouse on Seacliff Drive. Damage was initially estimated to be in the millions of dollars on Monday, as fire crews continued to spray down the smouldering remains of the 80,000 square foot wood-frame building. Leamington-Mersea Fire Deputy Chief Bob Bradt said the heavy pumping was necessary because the roof of the building collapsed on flammable material inside. —— A Sunday morning fire at Talbot Tavern at 50 Talbot Street East started in a vacant apartment above the bar. Staff Sgt. Mike MacKinnon said Monday that the fire is under investigation by the town police and the Ontario Fire Marshal. Fire Chief Murray Cascadden said the tavern would require considerable repairs before it can be reopened. —— A combination of several factors has brought a total lawn watering ban in Leamington and area municipalities. Ernie Johnston, supervisor at the Union Water System, asked all municipalities to implement a lawn watering ban on Thursday, due to excessive water use during these dry conditions. —— If you think Lake Erie looks clearer these days, you should see it from 40 feet under the surface. Leamington Reeve Jim Ross is helping to promote shipwrecks of the lake as a tourist attraction. Ross and other dignitaries were given a close-up underwater video view of the wreck of the ship Specular, which sits on the bottom, four kilometres east of Pelee Island. Ten years ago, visibility in Lake Erie was poor, limited to just feet. The visit to the wreck showed that visibility has increased to about 25 feet. —— Andrew Piper of Sherman Street in Leamington won the Stewie’s Choice Award for best tomato at the recent Leamington Tomato Festival.

From The Kingsville Reporter August 31, 1993 There was a lot of clowning around Sunday afternoon at Colasanti’s as the Kelly Miller Circus came to town. Over 1,500 adults and kids braved Sunday’s rain to watch the spectacle unfold. They were entertained by trapeze artists, jugglers, clowns, and small and large trained animal acts. The event was sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. —— As the last garbage bag was buried at County Landfill Site #2 on Saturday, the first bag was already on its way to a transfer station in Chatham-Kent. The municipalities of Leamington, Kingsville, Gosfield South, Gosfield North and Mersea will now use the new Windsor-Essex Transfer at Landfill Site #2 station to cart their waste away. County

—— This week’s Athlete of the Week was eight-year-old Deny Beresh, son of John and Diane Beresh of Ruthven. In his first attempt at playing goal, Deny had extreme success in the Comets Summer Hockey League. He recently recorded his first shutout.

Arner, Mary Darby, Kath Loop, Florence Balkwill, Cecil Beacom. Middle row: Bernice Westman, Dorothy Stewart, Margaret Platten, Margaret McLachlin, Annie Balkwill, Pearl Ulch, Charlesat Darby. Top row: Earl Bradley of Webb, Mr A W Massey (Principal A Look Leamington’ s Sweetman, Past courtesy C. Scott Holland and Math Teacher), Hubert Dawson, John Wigle, Mark Salmoni.

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.

From the Wheatley Journal August 25, 1993 The processing and production of the Sun Parlor’s famous tomatoes is underway and Henry Weil, President of Weil’s Food Processing, began tomato operations at the Wheatley plant last week. —— Jerry Lamos, the retired chicken rancher from Wheatley, will appear on the CKCO Morning Magazine TV show this Friday to explain the trickery that gained him world-wide recognition on America’s Funniest Home Videos proAug. 30, 1994 - The steel girders used as framework make it appear to be a commercial building but it is not. It’s a house and the first of its kind being built in Leamington by Joe gram. He has also been interviewed by O’Neil Construction. O’Neil is standing in front of the girders and cement blocks which the CBC. The CKCO program airs at 11 were done in one day. am on Channel 42 and is hosted by Bob Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 McLean (not Wheatley’s Bob McLean). Clippings from the Wheatley Journal —— Kevin Flood, the Progressive Conservative candidate for this fall’s federal election, opened his campaign office in Leamington last week. The campaign kick-off was attended by Minister for International Trade, Hon. Tom Hockling. —— Members of the Romney and Wheatley Council will be discussing the fate of Two Creeks Conservation Area north of the village. The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority cannot pay the property taxes on the property because the Ontario government cancelled their land tax rebate scheme. Wheatley has a decision on a small portion of the land, September 2001 - The annual nine-hole club championships for the Junior Golf program but the majority of it lies in Romney. at Talbotcycling Trail took place last week. Boys Champs were: Lane Vickery, won - Ditches rose footThe after footGolf following the Thursday eveningleft, rainfall Bert Overholt, the LTVCA representa-Submarine the junior title in the 14-15 year division. Chris Simpson, centre, was champ iin the 16-17 young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If tive for the village, is hopeful the mu-and these group. Brett Oliphant captured the 12-13 year honours. Mitchell Badz (absent from photo) else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! nicipalities or an area organization cannothing won the 10-11 year division. take this project on and cover the cost of MEMORIES OF KINGSVILLE, LEAMINGTON & &WHEATLEY COURTESY OF ... the taxes. MEMORIES OF KINGSVILLE, LEAMINGTON WHEATLEY PRESENTED PRESENTED COURTESY OF ... —— The Ontario Juvenile ‘D’ Baseball Championships are being held in Wheatley this weekend, hosted by Taylor Cold Storage Juveniles. Games start Friday with the championship game expected to be Sunday afternoon. Other teams include Pelham, Harrow, Blenheim, Ham170 OAK ST. W. LEAMINGTON ilton West Mountain, Erin Mills, Byron, Richmond Hill and North Bay. 1-877-511-2927 • 519-326-9052

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NEW LISTING! Beautiful end unit townhome located in Golfwood Estates. This is a desirable area which is growing with upscale homes and is close to Leamington Marina, Erie Shores Golf, walking trails and a short drive to Point Pelee National Park. This unit has 2 + 1 bedrooms and 3 full baths and plenty of extras. Enjoy the Lake Erie breezes while sitting on your covered patio. Don’t wait call us to see it today!

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$299,900

1.5 Storey home with stunning views of Lake Erie. Rebuilt in 2003 this home has tons of natural light. 1 Bedroom on main & one upstairs with open loft space & 1.5 baths. This property includes 40 FT vacant lot. Relax on your own private beach. Close to Point Pelee, Leamington Marina, & golf course. Give Patricia a call to book your viewing.

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77 ASKEW, LEAMINGTON Well kept 1.5 Sty home w/full finished bsmt boasting 2nd kitchen in the heart of Leamington. Conveniently located next to walking trail, close to schools, parks & walking distance to Erie Street shops & restaurants. This home features 4 bdrms, 1 bath. Many updates including roof, furnace, c/air, laminate flooring though-out. Rear lot separate mls# included. Priced to sell! Call today for a tour.

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415 HIGHWAY 77 Country living, located close to town. Full brick bungalow with 3+2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Full-finished updated basement. Attached single garage. Fenced, treed yard with no rear neighbours. Call patricia today to view.

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982 POINT PELEE DR

519.325.8123

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Welcome to 38 normandy. Beautiful home, located on cul-de-sac in sought after kingsville neighbourhood. This 2 storey stunner has lots to offer! Spacious interior with lots of natural light. 4 Bedrooms & 3 baths, master with ensuite. Eat-in kitchen with island & built-in oven. Open concept dining/living area, perfect for entertaining guests & cozy family movie nights. This home features hardwood, and ceramic throughout. Full-unfinished basement. Fenced, landscaped yard, deck with pergola & no rear neighbours! Look no further, this home is what you’ve been looking for!

$674,900

1865 FAIRLEA CRES, KINGSVILLE

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3 bedroom semidetached with dinette, kitchen, living room, family room and more. Call for your showing.

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58 OLIVE DR., LEAMINGTON

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Welcome to 58 Olive! Brand new Raised Ranch finished from top to bottom just waiting for you. Featuring 3 + 1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and open concept kitchen, dining and living room with gas fireplace. Call Today!

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5 MAXON AVE., LEAMINGTON Attention Retirees & First time Buyers! Brand new Ranch home all on one floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large open concept living room and kitchen with dining area. Also features large laundry room with access to high & dry full concrete crawl space, great for plenty of storage. This home is waiting for you.

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Great opportunity! 3 bedroom, 1 bath Home recently updated. Property includes a separate building with a 3 bedroom apartment & vacant storefront, can potentially be used as a variety store or make it a great workshop!

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728 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON Open House WATERFRONT

Saturday Sept 4th 11am-1pm

12 Executive Building Lots being offered in Phase 2 of Golfwood Lakes Development. Build your dream home.

This Lakefront Gem has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and is available complete with furnishings and appliances. Close to Point Pelee National Park, golf, wineries, biking trails and amenities. Relax and watch the sunsets over Lake Erie from your own Lakefront patio. 2 cottages on 1 property!

CONRAD BABKIRK @ 519-818-4435 KEVIN BABKIRK @ 519-818-4432

4445 COUNTY RD.42, WINDSOR LEASE

CALL LISA @ 519-817-4348

Bring your Commercial or Industrial Business to this High Traffic location across from the Windsor Airport. Approximately 35,360 sq. ft. available including 3,000 sq. ft. of office space. Onsite parking and warehouse has 18’ ceilings and 5 loading doors. CALL TODAY for more details.

CALL GARRY @ 519-819-4393

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Rare find 10 acre Hobby Farm w/ several outbuildings, a 48x80 metal barn, 32x32 shop with hoist and compressor, sand floor 6 oversize animal stalls, chicken coop, 2 fenced outdoor horse pens and many more amenities to see. Farmhouse has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & many updates throughout, in the kitchen, bathrooms and basement.

Avail. Nov. 1/21 - $2,000/mth inclusive

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938 hiawatha, wheatley

449,900

320 erie s., leamington

749,900

Well-maintained raised ranch with 2+2 beds, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen, finished basement, a ~200’ deep lot, fenched-in yard & easy access to 401.

Enjoy lakefront living in this beautiful home with 3 beds, 1 bath, open concept living area, oversized single car garage, deep treed lot & new waterfront deck.

High exposure corner lot with C2 commercial zoning, just under ½ acre of land, 1000 sq ft +/building, great location in town!

38 erie n., leamington

9.50/sq. ft.

56 mill w., tilbury

309,900

1470 wellington, kingsville

1,199,000

6,000 sq. ft. of C1 commercial space available for lease. Space can be sub-divided to suit multiple businesses.

Spotless 3-level back split with 3 beds, 1 bath, kitchen with island, lowerlevel family room, attached single car garage, landscaped property & more.

Custom built & feature packed family home with 5+1 beds, 4.5 baths, master suite, 2 fireplaces, 2 walk-in closets & Lake Erie views!

857 point pelee, leamington

399,900

1718 Seacliff, Kingsville

369,900

833 talbot e., leamington

799,900

A unique triangular shaped lot on almost 1/3 of an acre (.301), zoned R1-13 allowing for a single family residence and a restaurant!

Cozy bungalow on a ~140’ deep treed lot with 2 beds, 1 bath, living room with fireplace, country kitchen, attached single car garage & more!

On 1.58 acres with A5 zoning, this home includes 4+2 beds, 3 baths, master suite, bonus room, grade entrance, electric fencing, 2 sheds & more!

21 Beniuk, leamington

899,900

3083 Centennial, kingsville

2,500/mth

307-6 park, kingsville

549,191

Custom-built home with 4+1 beds, 3.5 baths, stone-wall staircase, finished lower-level suite, grade entrance, master suite & more!

Spacious home for lease with 3 beds, 2 baths, appliances, finished basement, security system, grade entrance & available as of Sept. 1, 2021 (plus utilities).

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BAKE SHOP GRAND OPENING LEAMINGTON — Christine’s Bake Shop held their grand opening on Thursday, August 19, with local dignitaries and media attending. Christine Dundas won the ‘Reinvent This Space’ competition put on by the Municipality of Leamington in recent years and she has been able to open up her newly renovated bake shop at 53 Talbot Street East. Here, the ribbon cutting takes place with, from left, Tyler Hicks (mentor), General Manager of Leamington Chamber of Commerce Wendy Parsons, Christine Dundas, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Leamington Councillor Tim Wilkinson, and Director of Community and Development Services for Leamington, Paul Barnable. Christine’s Bake Shop is currently open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 am until 5 pm. SUN photo

Business Excellence Awards Sept. 8

LAKE ERIE CHALLENGE

LEAMINGTON — In the top photo, The Eagle Flight Singers perform with a drum during the Caldwell First Nation gathering at Point Pelee Friday evening. In the bottom photo, Team Caldwell and Team SUP gather after exiting the water after the Lake Erie Challenge. SUN photos

LEAMINGTON — The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce will once again celebrate businesses in the area in an outdoor setting, with the 27th annual Business Excellence Awards. Like last year, this year’s version will be held at the Roma Club soccer field on Wednesday, September 8. General admission tickets are still available and can be purchased at the

Chamber’s website at leamingtonchamber.com. Tickets are $35 per person and that gets you entrance into the grounds to watch the awards being presented. This year’s theme is super heroes, which is fitting considering what we’ve all been through over the past 18 months. It promises to be an exciting evening for all.

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Correction on second dwelling units

LEAMINGTON — A story in last week’s Southpoint Sun about Leamington Council approving second dwelling units within the municipality contained an error. The recommendation that came to council was specific to one property on Mersea Rd. 21 and not for all second dwelling units in the municipality. The consideration for second dwelling units will be presented to council later this year as part of the official plan update, with an opportunity for public consultation. The Southpoint Sun regrets any confusion the article may have caused.

A poem for Wheatley

By Pam Smith It was a small little town Who had a band of people that marched with love. On a summer night all hell broke loose, that small little town, came tumbling down. Tears that fell, lives were hurt, buildings lost, homes destroyed, people displaced. But love was felt

through it all. Prayers were said, beds were opened and pets were placed. Hands were held, and food was given out. It was a dark day, But light shone through. With the helping hands of firefighters, responders and many people, Wheatley will stand tall, through it all. Prayers to you all.

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Famous tugboat in Leamington Sept. 8-10 LEAMINGTON — If you’re a fan of the 1990s children’s TV show Theodore Tugboat, you’ll get a kick out of the replica tug-

boat sailing into Leamington on September 8. Theodore TOO Tugboat has been navigating throughout the Great

Lakes with stops in port communities along the way all summer. Theodore TOO will arrive in Leamington on

Wednesday, September 8 and depart on Friday, September 10.

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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 CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

AUCTIONS

GARAGE SALE

Legacy Auctions Retail SUMMER HOURS

FOR SALE CUSTOM HOME FURNISHINGS Retro pieces and antique tools. 1 Summerville Ave, Leamington, N8H 0C5. September 4 & 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. se1

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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

ELECTRICIAN - LICENSED ELECTRICAL contractor, semi-retired, looking for smaller wiring jobs and wiring repairs including additions, renovations. Call 519-326-7900. ECRA/ESA au25-se8 Licence #7013042.

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SHERK APARTMENTS

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

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. ____________________________

PERSONALS FINANCIALLY SECURE PROFESSIONAL SEEKING FEMALE for casual dating and travel companion who enjoys the outdoors, camping, motorcycle riding, etc. Must have DL, no drugs, smoker ok. Age 3045. Phone calls only. Also has trailer for hire. Discount for seniors. Call 226-3444528. au18-se1

ESTATE SALE ESTATE SALE 9 Marlborough St. E., Leamington. A lot of antiques, exercise equipment, variety of antique wooden cabinets. 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fri. Sept. 3, Sat. Sept. 4, Sun. Sept. 5. NO EARLY BIRDS. Call 519-961-9614 for more information. se1 ____________________________

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FIREARMS WANTED - estates, collections, single items. Fully licensed, PAL/RPAL. Please call 519-7966591. au18-se1

Public Notice of Pesticide Use The Municipality of Leamington intends to control noxious weeds under Public Works exception of the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban to the promotion of public health and safety by spraying along all municipal rural roads beginning September 8, 2021, weather permitting, and ending October 22, 2021. We will be using Clearview Herbicide, which contains the active ingredients, Metsulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid. PCP Registration Number 29752 under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada), in combination with Hasten NT Spray Adjuvant, which contains active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (esterified vegetable oil). PCP Registration Number 28277 under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada). The pesticide application will be conducted by a Licenced Applicator and only applied to grass roadside areas that appear to be visually unkept and where there is evidence of noxious weeds. Questions or concerns? Please contact: Steve Ford, General Manager Green Stream Lawn & Vegetation Management Inc. 1-905-510-1229

Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761

Collect calls will be accepted.

NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD PEARCE,

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JACOB GERHARD GOSSEN,

LATE OF THE Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Retired Concrete Truck Driver, Deceased.

LATE OF THE Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Retired Farmer, Deceased.

All persons having claims against Donald Pearce, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, Retired Concrete Truck Driver, who died on or about the 23rd day of July, 2021, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 1st day of September, 2021, full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Trustee will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

All persons having claims against Jacob Gerhard Gossen, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, Retired Farmer, who died on or about the 8th day of July, 2021, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 22nd day of October, 2021, full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Trustee will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 11th day of August 2021.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 18th day of August 2021. RICCI, ENNS, ROLLIER & SETTERINGTON LLP Barristers, etc. 60 Talbot Street West Leamington, Ontario N8H 1M4 Solicitors for the Estate Trustees

RICCI, ENNS, ROLLIER & SETTERINGTON LLP Barristers, etc. 60SCRAMBLE Talbot Street West ANSWER Leamington, Ontario N8H 1M4 Solicitors for the Estate Trustees

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3-PIECE FRENCH PROVINCIAL living room set like new, coffee table & 2 end tables with glass inset, 2 table lamps - all matching. $1500 OBO for everything. Call 519-322-2410. se1

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 noon. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 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 519-962-9922 or email resume to cindyh@ mr24-tfn rivardtruss.com. _____________________________

GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER WANTED. Wages $14.39/hour. Minimum 40+ hours Monday through Saturday. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates 50lbs, working in hot and humid conditions. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting, deleafing and other duties as assigned. No education or experience required. Drop off or send resume to: Mastr Veggies/Mastr Grow Farms, 453 Seacliff Drive West, Leamington, Ontario N8H au18-se8 4C9. _____________________________

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: $14.39 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. au11-se1

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Job duties include, ability to maintain, repair, inspect, install various farm equipment and systems. Assemble and/or move equipment. Troubleshoot and respond to maintenance calls. Maintain inventory and supplies. Must be mechanically inclined and have the ability to work independently. Some farm experience is preferred. Email: farm@eastsideacres.ca PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES We have multiple manufacturing plants in Kingsville that are hiring IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR: General Labour - Start $16.00 Mig. Welders - With Experience - Start $18.00 Production Machine Operators - With Experience - Start $18.00 Prototype Fabricators - With Experience - Start - $20.00 - $23.00 If you do not feel experienced but are interested in pursuing one of these positions, do not hesitate to apply. We will accept suitable individuals in all the above classifications and provide proper on the job training. Company benefit package is offered as well as shift premium for afternoon shift work. Apply by e-mail bboyd@izadm.com or by phone @ 519 733-8422 Ext. 123

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GREENHOUSE WORKER POSITIONS AVAILABLE Job duties include winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, ability to distinguish between colours, working with sprayer, clipping, suckering, lowering, deleafing, grading and transplanting crops, sorting, packing and stacking produce, detecting disease in crop, greenhouse clean-up and other duties as assigned. Job requires standing bending, kneeling for long periods of time, and working under hot, dusty, humid conditions. Fastpace environment, work under pressure, repetitive tasks, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, handeye coordination Sitting, combination of sitting, standing & walking, standing for extended periods. Location - rural area, working at heights in dusty, hot and humid conditions. $14.39 per hour, minimum 48 - 60 hours/week including weekends. Permanent full time seasonal position. No education or experience required. Please forward your resume by email to ridgefarms@sympatico.ca.

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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. $14.39 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

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week will challenge your flexibility. It’s possible you will have to change plans on the fly to accommodate developments at work or at home. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, rather than trying to figure out why everyone is acting as they are, accept things and go with the flow. You will be much happier for it.

GRAND OPENING OF ‘THE CLUB’

LEAMINGTON — ‘The Club’ Restaurant and Lounge held its grand opening on Friday, August 27 with a ribbon cutting. Renovations to the lounge area at the Leamington Portuguese Club began in January with countless hours put in by members to make the dream become a realtiy. The Club opened to members on July 25 and to the public on July 28. The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday 11:30 am to 9 pm and Sundays 11:30-5. On hand for the ribbon cutting were John Murracas, Club President Nelson Carvalho, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos, Gillian Gomes, Delia Gaspard and Chef Domenic Teti. The Club is located at 217 Talbot Street West. SUN photo

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By Catherine Riediger LEAMINGTON – The CiB Floral Committee selected six properties and Part 1 featured two of these properties – 30 Orange Street and 25 Erie Glen Crescent. Part 2, as reported by Committee Chair Eileen Wonnick, is featuring 3 Garry Crescent and 5 Garry Crescent. 3 Garry Crescent has been the home of Silvestre and Maria Arrude for 42 years. The homeowners have lovingly worked over the years creating a

magnificent front garden and peaceful sanctuary filled with pink hydrangeas, hostas, ornamental grasses and statutory set among crushed rock and a well-groomed yard. All their hard work and planning has certainly created a yard to be proud of. 5 Garry Crescent is the home of Adele and Rola Khoury and has a beautiful front garden surrounding a pergola created by the homeowner. The pergola is covered with a honeysuckle vine making a seating area in

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You are capable of dealing with intense emotional energy most of the time, Gemini. So when someone needs a friend to confide in, you are the right person for the job. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, normally you are an easygoing person. But something this week has you rattled and you may be all fired up about it. Redirect that energy to some projects around the house. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, try to stay away from conflict this week; otherwise, you may be pulled in one direction or another. It is important to remain neutral, especially at work.

which to spend a quiet moment enjoying the garden and listening to the sounds emanating from the wishing well. The garden is a variety of hostas and hydrangeas, a Japanese maple and an assortment of annuals and perennials carefully selected to be enjoyed from spring to fall… all very eye-catching. Being side by side, these properties are very complimentary to each other and were a pleasure to view.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, don’t worry too much about what other people consider to be right and wrong. Stick to your ideals and you won’t be guided off course. You will find someone in your corner. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 This is a great week to bring your mind into focus and set a firm plan for the next several months, Libra. Now is the time to make an important decision. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if your emotions suddenly seem more intense, you may need to change your social circle and find one that aligns better with your point of view . SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Strong forces may be working against you, Sagittarius. But you won’t let them derail your plans. Stay the course and things will work out just fine. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, keep conversations light and away from any controversial topics as you meet new people in the days ahead. Let them take the lead in conversation. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 There is a great deal of opportunity and potential to follow through on some major projects this week, Aquarius. It’s up to you whether you’re looking for work or fun.

Maria Arrude in her lovely back yard on Garry Crescent.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, this may be an eventful week marked by some disruptions to your normal routine. Stay calm in the face of conflict.

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FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS AUGUST 29 - Liam Payne, Singer (28) AUGUST 30 - Cameron Diaz, Author (49) AUGUST 31 - Jeff Hardy, Wrestler (44) SEPTEMBER 1 - Gloria Estefan, Singer (64) SEPTEMBER 2 - Keanu Reeves, Actor (57) SEPTEMBER 3 - Kaia Gerber, Model (20) SEPTEMBER 4 - Beyoncé, Singer (40)

WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to the heart. The front garden of the Adele and Rola Khoury home on Garry Crescent features a variety of hostas and hydrangeas. Photo submitted

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WINS COUNTY SOFTBALL TITLE KINGSVILLE — The New Designs Kingsville Senior Girls softball team recently capped off a great season by beating Harrow 20-7 in the semi-finals and Essex 18-4 in the championship game of the Essex County Sr. Girls Softball League. All of the girls had a tremendous week hitting the ball, and Sasha Batke pitched a great final game and was the tournament

MVP. From left are: Claudia St. Pierre, Kennedy Bezaire, Brooke Bishop, Juliette Heys, Naomi Wuerch, Raegan Woodiwiss, Molly Scherer, Haley Roy, Gemma Wilkinson, Kady Vegh, Sasha Batke, Trista Bering. Photo submitted

Sharks preparing to open Junior C season on October 1 WHEATLEY — The Wheatley Omstead Sharks will start their 2021-22 PJHL season on October 1 when they are in Lakeshore to take on the Canadiens. The Sharks’ home opener will be Wednesday, October 6 when they host the Dresden Kings at Wheatley Area Arena. After an 18-month ab-

sence, the hockey team is busy preparing for another Junior C season. The staff remains the same, with Josh Carnevale at the helm as head coach. Thomas Grubb is General Manager, while Ian Faubert and Paul Gossmann return to the coaching staff.

Darryl Glasier, the club’s Director of Hockey Operations, expects camp to get started on September 7. “The ice goes in this week and we expect to start skating on the 7th,” he said. The Provincial Junior Hockey League recently announced

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that all member teams’ players, staff and volunteers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. “We’re working with Chatham-Kent to make sure everything goes smoothly,” said Glasier. The Stobbs Division (formerly the Great Lakes League) of the PJHL re-

mains unchanged this season with a nine-team format. Besides Wheatley, the division will boast Lakeshore, Mooretown, Amherstburg, Essex, Petrolia, Dresden, Blenheim and Wallaceburg.

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Talbot Trail senior golfers congratulate Robinson on a great game By Bob McLean On a very hot, humid August 24 at Talbot Trail Golf Course, Carl Robinson sizzled with his dazzling low score of 40 in the 86y+ Gold division. There were other outstanding scores in this grouping as both Dave LaBonte and Gerry Becigneul tied with excellent 43s. Erle ‘The Putter’ Nash finished with a terrific 48! In the 86y+ Silver division, Bob Freure led the way with his impressive 48. The rest of this grouping played superbly, especially considering how hot it was: Walter Balsam and Ed Woelk 51s; Tom Hyatt and Bill Edwards 52 and 53 respectively. In the 80-85y section, Ron McCracken and Joe Vrtel played brilliantly

as they shot terrific 44s. Gus Brown earned a very praiseworthy 47. Very commendable results of 52 were produced by Eugene, Andy Orsini, Conrad and Ken. Neil was one shot back with his noteworthy 53. The 70-79y division fired some masterful results considering the heat and h u m i d i t y. Dutchy continued his fantastic golf with his inspiring 38. Chopper was nipping at Jim’s heels as he shot an excellent 39. Paul Carioli and Bobo played superbly to fire scores of 41 and 42 respectively. Outstanding 43s were achieved by Al Matthews and Pearcie. Rick Thompson came in with a solid 44. Other satisfying scores under 50 were

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very impressive results. Joe Drummond, who will soon move to the 70 division, continued his exceptional play by shooting a 38. Fred Michano and Shannon Wiper followed closely behind with their terrific 39s. Randy ‘The Jr. Putter’ Nash and Fuzzy earned outstanding 41s. Russell Alliett, Phil Hum-

LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Junior Barons hosted the Amherstburg Seniors on Friday night under the lights of a humid August 27th night. The Barons squad belted out six runs to beat Am-

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herstburg 6-3. The Barons pitching trio consisted of Billy Friesen, Michael Wiebe and Johnathon Fehr, who combined for eight strikeouts, while allowing six

hits and three runs. The Barons offense was led by Kameron Wall with three hits. Billy Friesen helped his cause by hitting a solo 360-foot home run over the left centerfield fence. On Sunday afternoon the Barons travelled to Harrow to play the Senior Blues and came away with a 5-2 win. Kameron Wall and Dawson Iles split the pitching duties, striking out eight batters, walking three and allowing two runs. The Barons’ bats were lead by Kameron Wall once again going three-for-three with Will Froese adding two hits, including a stand up double. Their league record now stands at 13-1. The team will now have a 10-day break allowing the senior teams to com-

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pete in their O.B.A. Labour Day Weekend tournaments. The Barons return to play September 8 in

Woodslee, with their next home game being September 10 versus Woodslee at 7p.m. under the Friday night lights.

Southpoint Lobball results WHEATLEY — In Southpoint Men’s Lobball action last week, the first-place Dirty Farmers lost only their second game of the season when they split with Those Guys. Another surprise split happened when the Bangerz took a game from the Dawgz. The only sweep of the night occurred when the Grinders came from behind to beat Car Barn 9-8 and then won the second game handily. Standings as of August 26: Team W L T % Dirty Farmers 12 2 0 .857 Dawgz 11 3 0 .786 Grinders 9 4 1 .692 Car Barn 6 7 1 .478 Those Guys 5 9 0 .357 Bangerz 4 10 0 .286 Sluggers 0 12 0 .000

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Young sailors learning ‘the ropes’ KINGSVILLE — Harnessing the wind to get from point A to point B has long been a method of propulsion for mankind. Of course, sailing is a mode of transportation that has been around for centuries. The Cedar Island Yacht Club (CIYC) is doing its part to keep future generations on the water and the response to their Youth Sailing Camp has been phenomenal. In past years, the CIYC has been using the Ontario Sailing’s BOOM program, where boats and instructors are supplied for a limited time. Last year, the program was suspended. This left the local club without a junior program, but they scrambled and got things together this summer. “We were initially disappointed but then seized the opportunity and actually purchased 10 of the training boats at a good price from Ontario Sailing,” said club spokesperson Warren Ritchie. “Our 10-year plan to build our own fleet was suddenly shortened to two years.”

Ritchie says that the club was cautious about doing anything this year, but as restrictions eased, they thought they’d try to run a short program in late summer. “One week was opened and filled immediately through word of mouth and the second week filled as quickly with a substantial waiting list,” he said. The club took delivery of the boats and hired two certified instructors out of Barrie to get the classes rolling. The program – a five-day long day camp – is for girls and boys from 8 to 14. Using eight of their newly acquired boats, they are able to place two participants in each boat, creating a full class of 16 kids per week. They do on-land classes that include the theory of sailing, with an emphasis on safety and learning to rig their own boats. Once in the water, the kids are on their own, with an instructor following closely in a rigid inflatable. “One of the first things they have to do is flip their boat over and learn how

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to get them back up and running,” said Ritchie. “The confidence they build over the week is palpable.” The Town of Kingsville has also been instrumental in helping the Yacht Club get the program going. The popular classes are full for this year, but you can get more information on next year’s junior program by emailing ciycyouthsailing@ gmail.com.

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Jamieson Jr. tour plays final stop of the season at Beach Grove By Bryce Evon The Jamieson Junior Golf Tour stopped at Beach Grove Golf and Curling Club on August 23 for the final stop of the season. The course was in fantastic shape, fresh off hosting the 2021 Ontario Men’s Amateur. In the Junior Girls Division, Alyssa Cowling and Karolyn Rombouts (Maple City) tied with even par rounds of 72. Cowling started her round with a three-over-par 39 before rallying with a blazing three-under-par 33 on the back nine. Rombouts had nines of 36-36, with two birdies and two bogeys on the card. The overall Junior Girls title went to Kyla Charlebois (Pointe West), with 117.5 points. She had a total of five wins on the season. In second place was Kennedy Fremlin (Essex)

with 111.5 points. In the Junior Boys Division, Konner McDermott (Belleview) won the event with a score of 74. He recorded four bogeys and two birdies on the day for nines of 36-38. There was a three-way tie for second as Marcus Jones (Ridgetown), Christian Morneau (Roseland) and Nicholas Tanovich (Windsor/Beach Grove) all shot 75. The overall Junior Boys title went to Tyler Hurtubise (Pointe West) with a point total of 475 and four wins on the season. In second overall was Jax Sisson (Pointe West) with 469.5 points, and third place went to Rylan Marontate (Kingsville) with 460.5 points. In the Collegiate Men’s Division, Alek Mauro (Detroit Mercy/Essex) fired a three-under-par 69

to win the event. He used four birdies to go along with one bogey and fourteen pars on the day. In second place was Andrew Pillon (Beach Grove) with a 72. The overall Collegiate Men’s title came down to a playoff between Robert McVinnie (Western/ Beach Grove) and Aidan Webster (Wisconsin Parkside/Willow Ridge), as the two tied with 112 points on the season. They went out for a three-hole playoff on the front nine, and McVinnie emerged victorious after recording three straight pars. The overall Collegiate Women’s title went to Georgia Volland with 36 points on the season. Full results can be found on www.jamiesonjuniortour.ca

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Articles inside

Jamieson Jr. tour plays final stop of the season at Beach Grove

Young sailors learning 'the ropes'

Barons take games from A'Burg, Harrow

Sharks preparing to open Junior C season on October 1

WINS COUNTY SOFTBALL TITLE

GRAND OPENING OF ‘THE CLUB’

GRAND OPENING OF ‘THE CLUB’

Famous tugboat in Leamington Sept 8-10

Bake shop grand opening

Business Excellence Awards Sept 8

Alex Archer's 13-year cancer journey offers hope for future

Arrest made in break and enter

Chatham-Kent Leamington candidates weigh in

Fire Fest on tap for Saturday in Kingsville

Wheatley Area Food Bank relocates to east end of town

Rec centre requires proof of vaccine or negative test

Lake Erie presents a 'challenge' to paddlers, surfers

Explosion rocks Wheatley, injures 20