Southpoint Sun - September 20, 2023

Musical Ride brings smiles to many faces

By Mark Ribble

The Leamington Fairgrounds was the scene of a lot of horseplay this past weekend as the RCMP Musical Ride made its way to Leamington for shows on Friday, September 15 and Saturday, September 16.

The Musical Ride is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year and the famous uniquely Canadian show did not disappoint the fans who attended three shows over the weekend.

Each show kicked off with performances by Lazee G Ranch of Windsor showcasing their western riding techniques, followed by Off Kilter Equine Entertainment trick riders and thrill show.

Then, as the RCMP horses and riders made their way to the front of the grandstand, they saluted special guest Robert ‘Shorty’ Wallace, a 91-year-old veteran of the Korean War and Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 in Wheatley.

Shorty was moved each and every time by the respect shown to him by the RCMP and other members of the crowd who stopped to offer their thanks for his service.

He was asked for his permission for each show to begin, to which he responded with a hardy “Let’s get it!”, followed by a salute.

Those in attendance were in for a treat with the riders performing many of their manoeuvres — all to Canadian music.

Patrons were able to meet the horses in front of the grandstand after the show and were also able to tour

the stables and talk to the officers.

The show was hosted by the Leamington District Agricultural Society, which

has hosted the Musical Ride on a few occasions over the years — the last being in 2018.

Rolanda Tremblay of Windsor was front and centre near the fence and able to meet RCMP horse ‘Hayden’ up close and personal at the Saturday afternoon show of the RCMP Musical Ride at Leamington Fairgrounds. Rolanda made the trip to see the Musical Ride and said she’s enjoyed them for years. She was very excited to meet Hayden, who bowed his head before greeting Rolanda. More Musical Ride photos are on Page 5 SUN photo

New cancer treatment at Erie Shores HealthCare

By Mark Ribble

Cancer patients now have a closer option for treatment appointments as Erie Shores HealthCare has unveiled a new Oncology and Outpatient Care Clinic at the hospital.

The satellite clinic is aligned with the Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Program and many patients in Essex County battling cancer can now make the shorter trek to Leamington for their treatments.

“Today marks a milestone as we introduce the Oncology and Outpatient Care Clinic, a testament to our commitment to ensuring cutting-edge cancer treatments are accessible to all residents of Essex County,” said ESHC President and Chief Executive

Officer Kristin Kennedy. “I’m so proud of our leadership team, nurses, physicians and staff for seeing this through.”

The new clinic will offer chemotherapy for cancers affecting the breast, skin, gastro-intestinal, lungs and urinary tract.

The initial visit for new cancer patients will remain with the Regional Cancer Centre in Windsor, but patients who live in the county will be given the choice of coming to Leamington for their treatments.

A pilot project treating a number of local patients was begun in recent weeks.

One of those patients is 81-year-old John Loncke of Kingsville, who

received a bladder cancer diagnosis three years ago.

“For about three years, I’ve traveled back and forth to Windsor for treatment,” he said. “To have the option to come to Erie Shores saves me some time.”

Loncke underwent initial chemotherapy in Windsor for 12 weeks and then followed that up with regular immunotherapy sessions over the past two years. That’s what he’s receiving in Leamington, which he says, makes a huge difference for him.

“I can golf in the morning, then come here for my treatment and be home in time to walk the dog,” he says. “I’m getting the same quality care here as I was in Windsor.”

Loncke says that people may not realize the quality of life that this satellite clinic will restore.

“I got much more time on my hands,” he says, “which enhances my quality of life.”

Loncke was among five patients who were receiving treatment on Wednesday, September 13 when the media was invited to tour the site. All were local residents who were grate-

ful for the proximity of the new clinic.

The clinic is currently operating with five patients a day, but Kennedy says they will expand that number once they have more nurses available.

Jonathan Foster, Vice President of Regional Cancer Program for Erie St. Clair, said cancer cases are on the rise across the region.

“There’s about a six per cent increase every year in this area, which accounts for about 300 new cancer patients,” he said. “Overall, across the region we are doing well with wait times for treatment, but satellites like this will prevent a backlog.”

The renovations of the wing at Erie Shores HealthCare cost about $250,000 and the treatments are being funded through the Ontario Ministry of Health through a pay-per-visit billing process.

JOHN LONCKE

Final Mill Street Market proves popular with locals

By Paul Forman

With autumn just around the corner, the Mill St. Market held their final offering of the season on Friday, September 15.

Presented by the Leamington Arts Centre, the Uptown Leamington BIA and The Bank Theatre, the market took over Mill Street for the third time this year with 50 vendors taking part this time around.

Live entertainment was provided beside the Arts

Centre by Autumn Leaves and Mary & Richard, while Brendan Scott Friel and Sam Sly & Chuck Silver jammed to the east in Shotton Park.

Cured Craft Brewery was once again a full house during the market and co-owner Scott Bradt reflected upon the impact that the market events have on their restaurant.

“It gives us exposure and creates a great sense of community,” he said. “It does a great job of bringing in new people to

town.”

Zio Dom’s Pizza made a first-time appearance at this year’s Mill St. Market with their modified Mitsubishi pizza truck with built-in wood ovens in the bed of the truck. Co-owner Hannah Prestia was delighted to be included as one of the vendors and indicated that with the popularity of the event that they would very much like to be a part of all of the sessions at the market next year.

In the photo above, Dom Prestia of Zio Dom’s was on site at the Mill Street Market for the first time and was assisted by his niece, Melissa Lepore, seen in the background tending to one of their wood-fired pizzas.

In the photo on right, Poppy Mulholland is pictured hamming it up in Be A Part of the Art’s “The Scream” frame after being busy at the Mill Street Market purchasing a cupcake, a key chain and a scrunchie.

Large crowd attends Festival of Guest Nations

By Paul Forman

International culture and traditions were on full display at Seacliff Park Amphitheatre on Sunday, September 17 celebrating the 15th year of the Festival De Naciones Unidas (Festival of Guest Nations).

Organized by the Migrant Worker Community Program and sponsored by People Corporation, the Municipality of Leamington, Nature Fresh Farms, Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers and the Consulate of Mexico in Leamington, the festival offered a social opportunity for guest workers and strived

to build bridges with the local host community.

The festival featured live performers throughout the day, international

cuisine, and 30 organizations in attendance provided an opportunity for workers to gain a greater awareness of various ser-

vices that are available to them.

In a first for Canada, a memorandum of understanding was signed by

the Migrant Worker Community Program and the Consulate of Mexico in Leamington at the festival that created a ‘Health

Window’ that attempts to address the health needs of the guest workers in the area.

Fire at Wheatley water plant produces boil water advisory

The Chatham-Kent Public Utilities Commission continues to assess the situation following a fire at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant on Wednesday, September 13.

The fire originated within the water plant generator while it was undergoing regular maintenance and testing. Damage from the fire was significant enough to place the

Anderson motion passed

At the Monday, September 18 meeting of Chatham-Kent Council, Ward 1 Councillor Lauren Anderson put forth a motion for the municipality to look into a mass communication system to better keep residents updated on such emergencies and a media awareness campaign of available communications be started immediately. It passed unanimously.

Wheatley Water Treatment Plant out of service.

As a result of the fire, a Boil Water Advisory was issued by Chatham-Kent Public Health and continues as of press time.

An update provided on Monday, September 18 said that the PUC continues to transport bulk water to the Tilbury Resevoir to maintain water pressure, but cautions that Wheatley and Tilbury residents will experience

low water pressure for the time being. They are also encouraged to conserve as much water as possible.

The water plant is structurally sound, however the equipment suffered heavy damage from the heat and smoke. The timeline for the plant to be restored is about one year.

“The Boil Water Advisory is still in place until lifted by Public Health. CKPUC is sampling this week and when the re-

sults of the samples are known we will consult with PHU,” said the update.

It further said that, depending on the testing, the advisory could be lifted as early as mid-week.

La Parranda was a popular draw at the Festival De Naciones Unidas. SUN photos by Paul Forman

On left, Rodrigo Baez representing the Consulate of Mexico in Leamington, and Martin Varela of the Migrant Worker Community Program, right, sign an historic agreement ensuring a new ‘health window’ for local guest workers.

Fire damage at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant. SUN photo

AN APPLE A DAY

Thiessen Orchards was a hotbed of family fun over the weekend for locals and out-of-towners alike. From picking your own apples, playing in Fun Acre, going

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The Bridge hosts annual SleepingOut fundraising challenge

The Bridge Youth Resource Centre is about a month away from hosting its 5th annual SleepingOut event on Friday, October 20 with a goal of raising $200,000. This fundraising challenge is to help raise

dollars to support necessary programs and services, including the organization’s Quiring Family Fresh Start Housing facility. Participate as an individual, sponsor someone, or get a team together to

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questions.

Thank you for your continued support.

take part in this challenge by sleeping outside with just a piece of cardboard and sleeping bag.

The event begins at 6 pm. It’s an experience you won’t forget and many have already committed to doing what it takes to fight youth housing insta-

bility and homelessness. Dave Epp, MP states, “The Bridge Youth Resource Centres annual SleepingOUT event is something everyone should experience. While not comfortable, it is comforting to know that there are people that care in this com-

munity who have worked so hard to provide a safe place for youth to find solace in. It is great to see the overwhelming commitment and donations made by the people within the Chatham-Kent-Leamington area to help support necessary programs

Kingsville Friendly Club report

President Bob Bell welcomed 26 members to play cards at the Unico Centre on Sept. 12. Scores in Bridge: Bert Patrick 4580, Jean Kuipers 3250, Mandy Hric 3200.

Euchre: Anne Burrell 105, John Gerhardt 98, Dan Kir 93. Most lone hands: John Gerhardt 6. There were 33 out to play cards on Sept. 15: Scores in Bridge: Roy

Trowell 2460, Gillian Pinkney 2390, Mac Stanley 2150. Euchre: Eileen Heasley 96, John Gerhardt 89, Dave Patterson 87. Most lone hands: Glenda MacPherson and

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with some of the farm friends, Thiessen Orchards continues to delight young and old and has become a destination not to be missed as fall

and services The Bridge Youth Resource Centre provides. Best of luck to those attending the 5th Annual SleepingOUT Fundraising Challenge.” Visit www.thebridge youth.ca for challenge details.

Dave Snider 3. Pepper: Winnie Moore 324, Maggie Hansen 273, Anne Burrell 243. Most peppers: Maggie Hansen and Winnie Moore 6.

on a wagon ride

hanging

enters the picture. In the photo

on the left, a full wagon of

pickers and sightseers is loaded up with Matteo Pereira driving. In the photo on the right is Kieran MacLeod with one of her new farm friends from the goat pen. SUN photos by Paul Forman

RCMP MUSICAL RIDE PACKS FAIRGROUNDS

The famous manoeuvre that was depicted on the Canadian $50 bill finished off the show and brought lots of applause from the crowd on Saturday afternoon.

Leamington Korean War veteran Robert ‘Shorty’ Wallace, left, gives the “let’s get it” signal to the RCMP Musical Ride on Saturday, September 16, much to the entrtainment of his RCMP escort. SUN photos

This young lady from Off Kilter was anything but, as she gets a leg up on her steed.

Members of the RCMP Musical Ride perform a traffic routine on Saturday afternoon.

Three junior members of the Lazee G Ranch took their turn putting on a trick riding show for the crowd.

Lots of trick roping entertained the crowd on Saturday afternoon, September 16, both on the ground and on horseback.

The Archer 535 Air Cadet Squadron was well represented as they carried the flags for the National Anthem.

The RCMP Musical Ride performs a star manoeuvre on Saturday, September 16. The riders from Lazee G Ranch opened the RCMP Musical Ride show.

~ expression ~ and other musings

Can we talk about the Captain?

Which captain am I referring to?

Not the Captain and Tennille. Not literary captains like Hook or Ahab. Not sports captains like Beliveau or Keon. Not Captain Morgan.

Not even Cap’n Crunch.

I’m referring to none other than the man, the myth, the legend — Captain Kangaroo.

For us baby boomers, the Captain and his wacky group of friends got us ready for school in the morning, long before kids had tablets or computers — or had to catch the bus at 7 am.

First airing in 1955, the show was the brain child of the Captain himself, Bob Keeshan, who had previously flirted with fame as the original Clarabell the Clown on the Howdy Doody show.

Keeshan wore a blue conductor’s style coat with huge pockets, like a kangaroo — hence

the name.

That blue coat became a red coat in 1971, and that seems to be a more lasting memory for me.

The blue coat era would have been when I was watching him daily but I don’t remember it well — probably because our TV was black and white.

By the time we got a colour TV, the Captain was fixin’ to change colors.

In the early days, I remember being very fond of Mr. Green Jeans who always brought animals onto the show and usually carried some fresh carrots for Mr. Bunny Rabbit. Mr. Moose was also a great character and the inclusion of the moose led many people to believe that it was a Canadian show but it was actually filmed in New York City.

There was always mayhem produced by the rivalry between Mr. Moose and Bunny

Rabbit and I remember being frightened of Dancing Bear when I was real little.

Dancing Bear was a big imposing figure and I only learned today that the guy who portrayed Dancing Bear was also the puppeteer behind Mr. Moose and that mischievous rabbit.

The hundreds of ping pong balls that rained down on Mr. Moose on a regular basis always kept us on our toes as kids. We knew it was coming and felt bad for the moose when he didn’t.

They would often show cartoon shorts such as Deputy Dawg and the Adventures of Tom Terrific.

I mentioned Tom Terrific in the office last week — our graphic designer’s name is Tom and he’s pretty terrific — and nobody had any memory of that show. Tom Terrific had a canine sidekick named Man-

You can’t please everyone....

One of North America’s favourite family TV shows when I was too young to know was The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.

Originally only on radio from 1944 until 1954, it premiered on ABC TV in October of 1952.

Our family first saw it in 1959 when our next-door neighbour, Mr. Yawhicki, hooked up our TV antenna to the new TV tower outside our home on North Taylor Mills Drive in Richmond Hill. Talk about excitement!

By 1957, the show had something very special to it. It was Ozzie and Harriet’s son, Ricky Nelson, who was now a teen idol, occasionally singing his hits that started in 1957. As he was born in 1940,

RIB’S RAMBLINGS

fred the Wonder Dog if I recall correctly.

Later on in the ’80s, the Captain’s show changed time slots to the weekends and had several new characters arrive to get acquainted with a whole new generation of kids — except not before school.

Mark Ribble

That Saturday time slot eventually spelled the end for the show — now called Captain and Friends — and it was cancelled in 1984.

I remember the shorts became educational in nature and the show launched a series of shorts called “The Most Important Person.”

Even though I was well beyond my Captain viewing years, the jingle from ‘The Most Important Person’ still resonates in my head today.

“The most important person in the whole wide world is you and you hardly even know you.” Does that ring a bell?

Every weekday throughout the 1960s and early ‘70s, the Captain was the guy and his band of misfit characters kept imaginations flowing for millions of North American kids for years.

As the Captain signed off for the day, it was time to catch the bus and off I went to school, still chuckling at Mr. Moose.

Of course, I also watched my share of Mr. Dress-Up, although he aired much later in the morning so we only saw him when school wasn’t in session.

But before school, it was always a bowl of Froot Loops, Sugar Smacks or Muffets (made with hot water) and the ability to sit and watch most of Captain Kangaroo that fueled my imagination and kept the eightyear-old me occupied.

he was one of the first teen idols of the rock ’n’ roll era and had seven hit records charting in 1957.

His first hit, ‘I’m Walking’, reached #4 on Billboard’s Hot 100, while his next hit, ‘A Teenager’s Romance’ reached #2. Other top 10 hits that year included ‘Be-Bop Baby’ at #3, ‘Stood Up’ at #2 and ‘Believe What You Say’ at #4.

In 1958, Nelson had five hit singles and included his first #1 song ‘Poor Little Fool’. His next #1 hit, ‘Travelin’ Man’ backed by ‘Hello Mary Lou’ came in 1961. Over the years, right through 1966, Ricky had 21 more singles and 10 double-sided hits.

After dropping out of the limelight for over three years, Ricky was back in

1969 as Rick Nelson & The Stone Canyon Band.

And while none of their first four single releases broke into the Top 30, by 1972 Rick had now written a song in reference to a show, Richard Nader’s Rock ’n’ Roll Spectacular Volume VII Concert, at the Madison Square Gardens called ‘Garden Party’. This song reached #1 in Canada and #6 on Billboard’s Hot 100.

This show was a salute to the rock and roll era of the ’50s and early ’60s. When Rick Nelson came on to sing with his group, The Stone Canyon Band, he began playing his older hits like ‘Hello Mary Lou’ and ‘Poor Little Fool’ and then he changed the format entirely by playing the Rolling Stones’

‘Country Honk’ which was a country version of the Stones rock hit ‘Honky Tonk Women’. At that point, the audience began to boo.

Apparently, some reports indicated that the police were responding to the audience near the back of the building. Whatever the case, Nelson assumed the booing was aimed at him, so after finishing his next song, he walked off the stage and didn’t re-

turn.

Thankfully, in the fall of 1980, along with a busload of CHYR listeners, I had the pleasure of seeing Rick Nelson and his band play at the Western Fairgrounds in London. He put on a terrific show to a full stadium and everyone was pleased.

FLASHBACK RADIO

with Chuck Reynolds

However, sadly, on New Year’s Eve in 1985, it all ended for Rick Nelson, as

he and his fiancée Helen Blair and all five members of his Stone Canyon Band died in a plane crash on their way to a New Year’s Eve Show at the Park Suite Hotel in Dallas. The only survivors were the pilot and co-pilot.

Wrecking yards a good place to find parts

What is this man doing?

Old car enthusiast Vern Kipp is busy liberating a gasoline gauge sending unit from the trunk of a Windsor-built 1952 Meteor Mainline four-door sedan at Paul Jackson’s wrecking yard northeast of Toronto. Even Vern’s dog wondered what he’s doing.

Vern is past president of the Southern Ontario Early Ford V-8 Club and many members need parts for their flathead-powered cars built between 1932 and 1954. Vern and I often visited wrecking yards to find the parts our members needed.

Paul Jackson’s wrecking yard cannot be seen from the highway and that was a blessing because not many people knew that hundreds of old cars were parked neatly

in rows in a large open area surrounded by dense woods.

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

The sending unit for the gas gauge retrieved by Vern went to a member whose gas gauge was no longer working. Years ago, people shoved a rubber hose through the filler neck of their tank to find how much gas they had

Bill Sherk

if their gauge no longer worked. Other drivers used their odometer and filled up on gas every 100 miles, but only if the odometer was still working!

Cottam celebrates fall in style with 59th annual festival

By Deanna Bertrand

Sights, sounds and smells of fall were in the air around Cottam Sunday with the 59th annual Fall

Fair and Horse Festival. Streets were lined with families who came to see the many parade floats, marching bands, tractors,

horses, old cars and more as the parade made its way to Ridgeview Park. The festival, organized by Cottam Rotary, con-

tained many favourite events, from a pancake breakfast to horseshoe toss, pony rides and a Chili Cook Off.

Tamara Stomp took home first-place bragging rights in the chili event.

“We are out here promoting horsemanship,”

said Sarah Parks of the Sarah Parks Horsemanship Association, who also provided free pony rides all afternoon.

Sarah Parks with horse Apache and rider Nico Fox talk about various different horse breeds at the festival. Apache is a Tennessee Walker with black and white pinto patterning and rare blue eyes, she told spectators.

A crowd favourite float, perfect in theme for the 59th Fall Fair and Horse Festival. SUN photos by Deanna Bertrand

Carly Giroux, 7, of Belle River, is all smiles after learning to successfully mount horse Ginger with presenter Leora Sharman from the Sarah Parks Horsemanship Association.

Sadie Carson, 7, of Kingsville, learns to milk a cow at the ‘Got Milk?’ demonstration area.

Two beautiful horses featured by Sarah Parks Horsemanship at the parade, a Gypsy Vanner and a Tennessee Walker.

A couple of youngsters catch a ride in the Kingsville fire truck at the Cottam parade Sunday afternoon.

Several St. John’s therapy dogs were in attendance for the festival. Here, Tessa enjoys some relaxation and pets from six-year-old Fisher Reitsma.

NEW BOARDWALK COMPLETE — CONNECTING SEACLIFF PARK AND MARINA

On Monday, September 18, the final nails were put into the extended and expanded boardwalk along Seaciff Beach in Leamington. The boardwalk now connects the Marina Promenade with Seacliff Beach, as visitors and residents can go seemlessly from one end to the other, including those in wheelchairs. The improvement — part of the Waterfront Destination Master Plan — was approved by council as part of that project and the existing 12-foot wide boardwalk now has another 1,500 feet added to it. The cost of the project came in at about $126,000 with Shoreline Restoration winning the tender and finishing the job. In the photo on the left, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald tried her hand at the nail gun as she’s supervised by Shoreline Resotration’s Daryl Haygarth. Middle photo, the crews prepare to lay the final length of boardwalk that will allow for a Mobi-Mat — a mat installed to water’s edge to allow people with disabilities the opportunity to use the beach. In the photo on the right, the boardwalk as it attaches to the Leamington Dock at the southern end. It’s already getting plenty of use by walkers.

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LAERC DONATION BRINGS SMILES

The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) recently partnered with Le Bike Shop to bring smiles to the faces of a recently arrived Syrian refugee family. The Al Abdallah family arrived in Leamington in March of this year and have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of bicycles and scooters that members of LAERC purchased for them. On Friday, September 15, they received those bicycles and accessories courtesy of LAERC and Le Bike Shop owner Dan Potvin, who restored and repaired all of the rides. The Al Abdullah children were excited to ride up and down the street as the bikes and scooters were unloaded and presented along with a bike stand, helmets and combination locks. In the photo, the Al Abdullah family is surrounded by LAERC members Glenna Lane, far left, LAERC Chair Wilma Lamb (pink jacket), Dan Potvin (Le Bike Shop), LAERC members Jane Toppi (red jacket) and Karen Boehm (black jacket).

Happy 65th Anniversary STEWART & GRACE FOLKERINGA

Stewart and Grace Folkeringa will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. Friends and family are invited to celebrate with them at an Open House on Saturday, September 30 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the Heritage Centre meeting room at 31 Pickwick Drive, Leamington. Stewart and Grace were married October 9, 1958 at the First Reformed Church in Chatham, Ontario. They request best wishes only.

In Memory of a Loving Wife, Mother and Nana

Peggy Langemann

Who passed away on September 20, 2022

In Our Hearts

No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. Our hearts still ache in sadness, and secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. Although you can’t be here with us, we’re truly not apart, Until the final breath we take, you’ll be living in our hearts. Your Loving Family

In Memory of Our Loving Son, Father, Brother, Brother-in-Law & Uncle

Garry Halstead

who passed away one year ago September 23, 2022. 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 every know.

Always on our minds, forever in our hearts, Love Mom & Family

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2023 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

By Paul Forman

The best of the best from the world of local entrepreneurs were honoured at the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce

2023 Business Excellence

Awards ceremony held at the Roma Club on Wednesday, September 13.

Chamber General Manager Wendy Parsons, Chamber Board President Chad Robinson, Business Excellence Awards Committee Chair Charlene Houle and event sponsor Libro Credit Union’s Lori Atkinson provided opening remarks as they welcomed esteemed guests, congratulated award finalists and thanked the various sponsors for their generous contributions to the evening’s event.

This year’s theme was declared ‘We Are Global’ as many businesses in our locale have a significant impact on areas outside of Essex County. Members of Cassiah’s Dance Company made a colourful entrance relating to the theme as flag bearers representing countries from around the world.

Jay Marchillo from Blackburn Radio served once again as the Master of Ceremonies and kept the mood light as he introduced the sponsors of the awards along with the finalists for each category.

The awards portion kicked off with the Invest in a World Class Workforce Award, sponsored by Thomson Guardian Pharmacy. The winner was Mastronardi Produce Ltd. A finalist in this category was South Essex Fabricating.

The Customer First Award, sponsored by CIBC, followed with Melo LLP - Jason Melo capturing the prize. Finalists in this category included E R Vollans Ltd., Fehr Car Wash and 876 Barber Shop.

The third award of the evening went to Jessica DeSantis as she won the Youth Excellence Award that was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Leamington.

The Young Entrepreneur Award, sponsored by Cogeco, was won by Hallie Westwood of Orchid Media. Finalists for this award included Anthony Abraham - First Aid by Anthony, Ed Krahn of Counter Effects and Katie Radford from Sona.

The Small Business Excellence 10-50 Employees, sponsored by Scotiabank, went to Cured Craft Brewing Co. Chartwell Leamington was a finalist in this

category.

The Small Business Excellence 1-9 Employees, sponsored by WFCU, was won by Fehr Car Wash. Finalists for this award were Le Bike Shop and MCC Thrift on Mill.

Next up was the Industrial/Manufacturing Excellence Award, sponsored by Invest WindsorEssex. The winner was South Essex Fabricating and UNIFAB was a finalist.

The Innovation Award followed, sponsored by the Municipality of Leamington. Under Sun Acres took this award, and Paul Mastronardi - Mastronardi Produce Ltd. and Southpoint Automation were finalists.

The Grow South Essex Award, sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal, was won by Crave Family Grill & Pub. Finalists for this category were SK Cornerstone Group and Thiessen Orchards.

The tenth award of the night was the Excellence in Food Services Award, sponsored by TD Canada Trust. Riviera Maya was the winner for this category, while finalists included Bradt’s Butcher Block, El Mercadito and Original Guys Pizza Pies.

The Welcoming Accessibility Award followed and was sponsored by Community Living Essex County. The Bank Theatre was the recipient of this award, while finalists included Ursa Major Learning Service & Centre and Walmart.

The next award was the Warm Welcome sponsored by Point Pelee National Park. The winner was Dream BNB Hospitality and finalists were The Digital Dragonfly and Freddy’s.

The Positive Professionals Award, sponsored by RBC Royal Bank, was won by Mike Wiens of Sawatzky Balzer & Wiens LLP. Finalists for this category were Katherine Albuquerque - Albuquerque Accounting, Jason Melo - Melo LLP, and Faith Monaco - Impact Health & Fitness.

The biggest awards capped off the evening of excellence, the first being the Libro Director’s Choice sponsored by Libro Credit Union. The Bridge Youth Resource Centre was recognized for this award for not only their work supporting local youth in need, but also for their housing initiatives on-site, including the use of 3D printing for some of the new builds.

The Alf Bennie Award, sponsored by Blackburn Radio, was the night’s final prize and a very philanthropic couple were the recipients of this prestigious honour named after the

Chamber’s first president. Peter and Cathy Quiring were recognized for their tremendous dedication to helping out those in need in the Leamington area.

The Quirings have been

directly involved in many charitable local endeavours, including The Bridge Youth Resource Centre, Erie Shores Health Foundation, Leamington Hospital, Erie Shores Hospice,

South Essex Community Council and, most recently, the Leamington Hope Centre. They continue down this path of giving as they have purchased a house in Kingsville that will eventually be used as a place of recovery for those battling addictions.

Upon receiving the award, Pete Quiring said, “This is truly an honour and I’m deeply moved.” Quiring went on providing a story of a physically challenged man that he saw that needed help to cross Erie Street. He watched as nobody stepped up to assist the man. “I asked myself, why not me? I am capable as anybody to reach out and help the less fortunate. We are all accountable. I can tell you that even with all the things that I’ve achieved in business, there is nothing more satisfying or fulfilling than helping somebody in need.”

The final award of the evening went to the Alf Bennie recipients Pete and Cathy Quiring pictured with award sponsor, Blackburn Radio’s Jay Marchillo, on the right.

On left, Mike Chabot of Scotiabank presented the Small Business Excellence 10-50 Employees award to Lisa Bradt and Scott Bradt of Cured Craft Brewery Co.

ALF BENNIE AWARD

SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE 10-50 EMPLOYEES AWARD

Lee Janzen, left, of BMO Bank of Montreal, gives the Grow South Essex Award to Chad Robinson of Crave Family

& Pub.

Rui Arruda and Paul Medeiros of Dream BNB Hospitality took home the Warm Welcome Award that was sponsored by Point Pelee National Park.

Jessica DeSantis is pictured receiving her Youth Excellence Award from Rotary Club’s Diane Lein on the right.

From left, Samantha Gagnon and Samer Moussa of Mastronardi Produce Ltd. received the Invest in a World Class Workforce award from Laurie Adams of Thomson Guardian Pharmacy.

From left, Shana Morneau and Jennifer Clark of WFCU presented the Small Business Excellence 1-9 Employees Award to Anthony Girard, Cora Girard, Lucila Fehr and Cornelius Fehr of Fehr Car Wash.

Receiving the Welcoming Accessibility Award, from left, was The Bank Theatre’s Paul Medeiros, Carmen Smith, Penny Gil, Michelle Fortier and Michael Skeates presented by Tony DeSantis, right, of Community Living Essex County.

Photos by Paul Forman

From left, Leisa Semaan and Megan Monteiro of CIBC presented the Customer First Award to Justin Solcz, David Melnick, Andrea Maresca, Goldie Penner, Jason Melo and Mark Danelon of Melo LLP - Jason Melo.

Andrea Schuld of RBC Royal Bank presented the Positive Professionals Award to Mike Wiens of Sawatzky Balzer & Wiens LLP.

From left, Paul Thompson, David Debergh and Lori Atkinson of Libro Credit Union presented the Libro Director’s Choice Award to George Bergen, Krista Rempel, Greg Wiens and Will Good of the Bridge Youth Resource Centre.

In the middle is Dalton Wiebe of TD Canada Trust presenting the Excellence in Food Services Award to Mike Raffoul, left, and Rocio Raffoul, right, of Riviera Maya.

Pictured left is Marion Fantetti of Invest WindsorEssex presenting the Industrial/Manufacturing Excellence Award to Pete Quiring of South Essex Fabricating.

All photos by Paul Forman

From left, Laura Del Greco, Aruna Li and Chris Del Greco of Under Sun Acres received the Innovation Award from Mayor Hilda MacDonald on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington.

Terry Doyle of Cogeco presented the Young Entrepreneur Award to Hallie Westwood of Orchid Media.

Elaine Shanks

After a long and fulfilling life, Elaine Shanks (nee Mills) passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Erie Shores HealthCare, at the age of 94.

While she is finally reunited with her husband, Bob, after missing him dearly for the last six years, left to mourn her here are her brother Evan Mills (Helen) and sisters-in-law Ruth Mills and Ann Mills, Mary Jane Farquharson, and brother-in-law, Ross Pirie, her children Al (the late Mavis), Brent, the late Terry (Madeline), Don (Mary Jo), Deb and Scott (Michele), 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. There are also many nieces and nephews who will miss her.

Also greeting her arrival with Bob are her parents Charles and Clara Mills, her siblings Lyle Mills, Daisy Campbell (Morrison) (who passed away just 14 hours before her), Ellison Mills (Jeane), Edison Mills (Shirley), Marjorie McLean (Ron), brother-in-law Bill Shanks (Audrey), Reg Farquharson, sister-in-law Grace Pirie, her son Ronald, and great-grandson Journey Stickney.

Elaine was born on January 16, 1929, in Appin, Ontario. After graduating, she accepted a teaching position in Kent County. The story goes that the new school teacher was in need of assistance, so Bob and Bill raced to her aid. Bob was quicker and won her heart. They were married in November 1949 and celebrated 67 years together.

They quickly welcomed Al, followed in close succession by Brent, Terry, Don and Deb. With the addition of Scott, their brood was complete. The love for her family grew exponentially, as did the noise level at all family functions held in their great room, when spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren began to arrive, and Elaine could always be found on her lazy boy rocker lulling a baby to sleep.

Elaine held many positions over the years: supply teacher, her children’s chauffeur, seamstress, quilter, cake baker, farm hand and soybean polisher. She enjoyed traveling the world with Bob and wintering in Nevada. She was also an active member with the UCW at Talbot Street United Church.

Elaine’s beautiful smile will be missed by the caring staff at The Meadows who treated her so well in the past year. The family also wishes to thank the staff at Erie Shores HealthCare for their support and care in her final days.

Visitation is at Talbot Street Church on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:30 p.m. and interment in Shanks Cemetery. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Elaine’s life.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Talbot Street Church or a charity of choice.

For assistance in placing an obituary, please call our office at 519-398-9098

Secondary plan for South Wheatley passes

By Mark Ribble

The public meeting on the South Wheatley Secondary Plan at Chatham-Kent council on Monday, September 18 saw two delegations come forward to speak.

Dillon Consulting’s Amy Farkas outlined the proposed plan of development for the lands adjacent to Erie Street South, to Detroit Line.

Farkas reported that South Wheatley has po-

Lucille Torode

tential to grow and develop and outlined a plan for housing, commercial and conservation areas within the targeted site.

Two other public meetings were held with feedback from those two meetings being used to tweak the development plans which will support mixed use development, a healthy and active lifestyle, and reduce impacts of the development on the environment.

The plan will allow for convenience stores, professional offices, residential and lots of open spaces and conservation areas.

Part of the plan will be linking McLean Road from its one end at Erie Street South to the other end on Detroit Line.

Local developer Joseph Durocher spoke briefly, asking for some changes to be made to zoning on properties that he owns within the area.

Howard Gabert was joined by Jenn Dawson as the two represented the Wheatley Task Force, which was formed to help Wheatley recover from the August 2021 explosion.

“We have a strong interest in this plan,” he said.

“We support this plan.”

Gabert requested one amendment or addition in that a multi-use pathway be installed from Middleton Line to McLean Road.

Gabert said that the roadway — as it is now — is not the safest place for people to walk or cycle.

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September 20, 2023

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Lucille Torode, 89 years, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023 at the Sun Parlor Home. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Torode (2001). Dear mother of Sandra Goyeau (Tim) and Bill Torode (Mary Anne). Loving Grandma of Robert, Caitlin (Edwin), Billy (Sara), Bryan and Bethany, and great-grandma of Jamie. Dear sister of the late Margaret Lowry (late Bill), late Dorothy Lynch (Leroy), late Jack Schmidt (Shirley), late Audrey Hanson (late Murray), late Frank Schmidt (Ann).

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Lucille was an avid member of Leamington United Church and UCW.

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Visiting is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631 on Thursday, September 21, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Lucille’s life at 11 a.m. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to MS Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

William Allan McCallum

William Allan McCallum passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 92 years of age.

Reunited with his loving wife Marion (2016).

Cherished father of Margaret McCallum (Matt), Fiona Kydd (Steven) and the late Elspeth McCallum. Treasured grandfather of Victor Lesperance, Melissa Lesperance, William Kydd, Christopher Kydd, Ian Jovanovich, Nicole McCallum, Natasha Felder (Josh), and great-grandfather of Kaley, Skyla, Eli, Charlotte, Ayden, Riley and Lincoln. Dear brother of Jean McCallum and the late Janet McCallum. He will also be missed by his nieces Laura McDavid and Alyssa Henry.

A special thank you to the entire team at Erie Shores Hospice for the outstanding care and compassion given to our family.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, 519-3262631 on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 1-3 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice or to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (C.N.I.B.).

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Councillor Lauren Anderson spoke in favour of the plan.

“I think it’s really great,” she said. “I’m looking forward to it. It will definitely lift the spirits of those of us who live in Wheatley.”

Councillor Anderson moved that the plan be adopted with recomendations from delegations being considered and it was passed unanimously by council. For info, visit letstalkchatham-kent.ca.

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Jacen Lougheed

September 20, 2023

May 25, 1995 – September 15, 2023

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Show kindness, an openness to talk, and more importantly to listen, to see, to hear without judgement. If only to save one family from the pain and anguish of losing a loved one through bringing awareness to this tragic and senseless loss of life.

Cherished son of Julie (Tony) Melo, adored brother of Ethan McGill. Son of Mark Lougheed (Tanya Simpson). Stepbrother to Dakota Simpson. Special stepson to Darren McGill. Beloved grandson to Loren and Pat Girardin. United in Heaven with the late Diane Hunter and late Ronald Lougheed. Survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jacen grew up in Leamington. Jacen came into our hearts when he was five years old. A special connection through the Salvation Army. The most precious little boy you could ever see. Those brown eyes and black curly hair. We fell in love. He loved farm life. Growing up with our labs and cats. A true animal lover. Spending many hours with his grandparents that lived next door. His Nana Hunter with her sleepovers and pictures. Jacen is a true blessing.

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Playing in the mud puddles, ATVing with his grandpa and uncle Jeff. Swimming with dad in his pool.

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Jacen excelled in school. A true scholar. A hidden chef. He made a mean chorizo/pasta dish. His true passion was computers and gaming, in which he shared with his brother Ethan. His love of connecting with his friends online thrilled him. A pure joy of connection.

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Jacen was struggling mentally. He is at peace now. Our love for our boy will never end. A true blessing in all of our lives. Our hearts are broken but filled with the light and love he gave us. He will be forever loved and missed by all of us.

A special thank you to all the doctors, counselors, friends and family who tried to help Jacen throughout his life.

Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, 519-326-2631.

Please donate to Salvation Army Leamington Food Bank or to any local organization to help the mentally ill and homeless. Let’s be the light for others!

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

The proposed South Wheatley plan shown on a map.

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WATERFRONT PROPERTY

Prime Heritage Rd waterfront property on the northern shores of Lake Erie in Kingsville. Approximately 120 feet of lake frontage with a separate parcel on the north side of Heritage backing on to the Cedar Creek Canal. Breakwall substantially re-enforced. Preliminary engineering study concluded a severance on the lakefront parcel may be possible. Buyer responsible to satisfy themselves as the extent a severance is possible. 2 bedroom cottage with second floor loft area ready to be finished. Plenty of options and opportunities for this property.

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KINGSVILLE

Nestled on a sprawling plot of over 23 acres and over 20 acres of workable land, this enchanting property offers a harmonious blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Situated in a serene and picturesque setting, this 4 level side split boasts 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathrooms and is a haven for those seeking tranquility and space. With a host of exceptional features, including a double-car garage, a refreshing on-ground pool, two storage sheds, a tranquil pond, and a reliable Generac generator, this property embodies the perfect balance between luxury and functionality.

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Two and a half storey farm-style home on a large 1.126 acre country wooded lot. What more could you want?! This beautiful home features 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, red brick, large wrap around covered porch, leaded glass, oak hardwood floors, huge extended living in the loft, and so much more! Excellent location with a country feel, but on the edge of town!

LISA FOULON @519-817-4348

This well maintained 2+2 bedroom home with 2 full bathrooms has a fenced in rear yard, is on a quiet street and makes for a great family home. Main floor offers 2 bedrooms, 3 pc bath, living room, kitchen and dining room leading to the 3 season sunroom. Lower level offers 2 bedrooms, 4pc bath, family room w/ gas fireplace, laundry & storage and a cold room. This is a full brick home w/ attached single garage and a double wide driveway.

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126 CHENE ST. TECUMSEH

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

ESSEX VOCAL EXPRESS PRESENTS

$599,000

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all your other toys! Main floor offers 2 bedrooms, 4 pc. bath, large open concept kitchen dining area and family room, plus year round sunroom. The lower level offers 2 bedrooms, rec room, office, laundry room, utility room and 3 pc. bath. Outside your family will love the large yard with no rear neighbours and a 25’ x 40’ insulated workshop with concrete floor and hydro. Gas line is available for the workshop.

KEVIN BABKIRK @519-818-4432

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET at 7:00 pm at Leamington United Church, 9 John St.

Speaker: Dale Wright of Hawksview Honey. All are welcome for an evening of horticultural fun and fellowship. For more info call Charlie Wright 519-324-5412.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

ESSEX COUNTY ONTARIO ANCESTORS

SEPTEMBER WEBINAR - at 7:00 pm.

Topic: The Jack Miner Legacy. Speaker: Tom Coke, Jack Miner Sanctuary historian. Free & open to everyone. Visit https://essex.ogs. on.ca for Zoom link to register.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

LITTLE TOMATO THEATRE AUDITIONS

- for the spring production of Annie Jr. Auditions will be held at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., Leamington from 9:00 am to 3 pm. Auditions will be conducted in age groups during four time slots: Ages 7-10 9:00 am; Ages 11-12 10:30 am. Ages 13-14 1:00 pm; Ages 15+ 2:30 pm. Please arrive at least 10 min. before time slot. Please be aware that we may be requesting callbacks later on that day.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK - 2 km or 5 km (rain or shine), starting at 8:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St., Leamington. Walk to follow in Seacliff Park. Refreshments & resource information available. Register for free at windsoressex. cmha.ca/events/walk 2023.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

AUTUMN FEST BAZAAR - 9:00 am3:00 pm at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Rd., Comber. Homemade baked goods (including sugar-free and gluten-free), 20+ vendors, handmade crafts, penny sale raffle, lunch available all day. Raffles for cash, gas and grocery gift cards, as well as hourly guest draws just for attending!

BARBERSHOP CABARET, at RC Legion Br. 594, 5030 Howard Ave., Oldcastle. Guest performances: Sweet Adeline Chorus “Heart of Essex” & “Chonk”. Doors open 6:00 pm, dinner show 6:30. Tickets 519-969-1663, 519-839-4027 or www.essexvocalexpress. com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

BLESSING OF THE PETS AND GRAND

OPENING OF THE PET PANTRY at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St., Leamington. All socialized on-leash pets are welcome with their human owners to receive a blessing. Please bring a pet food item to help stock the new pet pantry to help care for God’s beautiful creatures.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15

ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY

MEETS at 1:30 pm, St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave., Oldcastle. Love orchids? Meet Dr. Rob Halgren and learn about seed propagation to deflasking. Refreshments. No admission. New members welcome.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20

WONDERBROADS ARE HOSTING

DINNER & TRIVIA NIGHT at the Ciociaro Club, 3745 N. Talbot Rd., Oldcastle. Doors open 5:15 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm, trivia at 7:00 pm. Silent auction, raffle prizes, 50/50. Tickets and info at www.wonderbroads.org or by calling Mary Beth Helki 226-346-4015 or Ana Davies 519-980-3329.

ONGOING

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.

COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent

Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.

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

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

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

COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING

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

JOIN THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB TO PLAY CARDS every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, 12:45 pm, 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.

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2 Stores - Plaza Style in great Kingsville location well established business over 25 years owner occupied, solid plaza style. 2400 sq. ft. with store rented for $1300 + hst, heat, hydro, Daisy Mart occupied 1400 sq ft near parks and Lake Erie. Call Camille 519-796-2453

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Location, Location. This beautiful raised ranch, has 3+1 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully finished. Salt water inground pool, electric fireplace, walking distance to park. Move in condition. Must to see. Asking $599,000. Call Camille 519-796-2453 cell.

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HAWTHORNE

$659,000 - Brand new ranch over 1600 sq. ft. main floor + full basement. Custom built brick to roof, main floor laundry room, 2 full baths, including ensuite, high ceilings, granite throughout, covered patio, 2 car garage, beautiful curb appeal. Call Camille 519-819-4290.

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TALBOT EAST

Attention investors this beautiful property backing onto municipal free parking lot has 2 entries - one on Talbot and one at the back. Main floor has approx 2700 sq. ft. all offices with second finished floor can be used as residential 5 bedroom unit. Call Camille 519-796-2453.

Downtown corner commercial vacant lot. Build your future here. Prime location, 99’ frontage x 82’ deep. Can be mixed commercial with residentail use. Call Camille 519-796-2453.

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Vacant 4 level back split, immediate posession. 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, 3+ bedrooms, side entry to lower level. Great investment. Live in one unit and rent the lower level. Call Camille 519-796-2453.

31 WESTMORELAND

Attention Investors or First Time Buyers - Totally renovated 2 storey home, top to bottom. You must see. New siding, windows, new furnace & new central air, new set of stairs, new kitchen, new bathrooms, 4 bdrms & 2 full baths, garage. Walking distance to high schools. Call Camille 519-796-2453 or Chantelle 519-819-4290.

278 COUNTY RD 27 - FARM 48.52 ACRES

Belle River Road.

C1 Commercial - Greatdowntown investment property, fully finished basement, potential income to $98,000 per year. Call for details. Call Chantelle 519-819-4290.

SUNSET DRIVE

Brand new to be built 1200 sq. ft. raised ranch with double garage, full basement, open concept, brick and siding. Buy now and choose your brick, kitchen, granite, paint and more. Lot includes HST and house all for $649,000. Call Camille 519-796-2453.

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17 Erie St. N., Leamington • Phone: 519-326-3712

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From the Leamington Post

September 19, 1963

The campaign trail of Liberal candidate Donald Paterson led him back again to his hometown of Leamington on Tuesday night where he addressed a rally of more than 100 supporters at Margaret D. Bennie Public School. Mr. Paterson told his audience about the proposed new public pension plan to be called the Canada Pension, which will be available to all Canadians within 10 years’ time. The provincial election is next Wednesday and Paterson — a Leamington businessman — will carry the Liberal banner against Progressive Conservative incumbent William Murdoch and New Democratic candidate Donald Bertrand, a Kingsville electrician.

Loss is expected to exceed $30,000 as the result of a fire late Saturday night that swept through the clubhouse of the Erie Shores Golf and Country Club. Flames gutted the interior of the large frame building which had served golf club members for more than 30 years. Club directors had been considering the construction of a new clubhouse but the project was still several years away. They may decide to do without a new clubhouse until the club’s finances permit the project. Fire Chief Archie Sanford said the blaze likely started in a small room next to the kitchen.

Mersea Township Council Monday night authorized the purchase of a site for a new township hall. The property consists of 1.75 acres on the east side of Highway 77 about 1,000 feet north of Leamington’s town limits. Officials say the purchase price was $11,000. The land is currently owned by G.B. Wigle and had been a used car lot in recent years.

A head-on collision atop the Sturgeon Creek bridge claimed the lives of two Point Pelee residents last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Gladys Crowe, 43, and Mrs. John Hudspith, 61, were killed in the car Mrs. Crowe was driving on their way to do some shopping. They collided with a car driven by Mr. Gordon Reading, 67, of Point Pelee Drive, who was taken to Leamington District Memorial Hospital with leg and facial injuries. Mrs. Crowe was the manager of the confectionary store inside Point Pelee National Park. Her husband died in a traffic accident last year.

From the Kingsville Reporter September 26, 1963

Although the Progressive Conservative Party was again returned to office for another term in Ontario, Essex South has elected a Liberal member for the first time in 20 years. Don Paterson defeated Bill Murdoch, who has represented the riding for the past five terms. Mr. Pater-

son won the seat by 706 votes. The battle was decided in Mr. Paterson’s hometown of Leamington, where he scored 2,217 votes to Murdoch’s 1,426.

The Friday Night Mowgli Cub Pack, 1st Kingsville, were very happy to have Assistant District Commissioner Bill Leitch of Leamington at their meeting. Mr. Leitch and Gordon MacLean, chairman of the Lions Club and Scout Committee, invested Gordon Stanley, who now takes over the Friday Night Pack from Walter Fox, who has been such an outstanding leader for the past six years. We were sorry to say good-bye to eight good Cubs. Two went to the Sea Scouts — David Malley and Bobby Taggart, while six went to Allan Fairbairn’s troop: Bill Kwasnycia, David Moody, Bruce Kolchuk, Bill Hutchinson, Jefferey Crawford and Marcel Trepanier.

Charles Broadwell has been appointed public relations for the Windsor Factory Supplies, which have offices in Windsor, Leamington and Wallaceburg.

Ray Heatherington, president of the local branch of the Victorian Order of Nurses, has announced that Miss Martha Driscoll of Chatham has taken over the town and district V.O.N. duties. She replaces Miss Marie Ferriss, who has been the V.O.N. nurse for the past 13 months. Miss Ferriss’ resignation — to take a job in Windsor — is effective October 4.

35 Years Later

From the Wheatley Journal September 16, 1998

Ryan Whittle was injured this summer while riding a four-wheeler and has lost the use of his legs. He’s presently a patient at Parkwood Rehabilitation Hospital in London. The popular 19-year-old is well known in the area as an athlete who has excelled in a host of activities. In order to raise funds for Ryan’s future educational and medical needs, a walka-thon will be held on Sunday, October 11 at Colasanti’s.

A new courthouse facility may also provide Chatham-Kent with a new regional prison site. The municipality has ensured the seat of justice will remain in Chatham-Kent after agreeing with the province on using the Kent County building to house a new courthouse facility in exchange for a $9.2 million investment to retrofit the building.

Heritage Society members Bert Overholt and Sam Hill took on the unloading duties as the Wheatley Journal placed volumes of the local paper in their care for researching countless pieces of information for the public and the society. The truckload of Journals dated back to the 1890s.

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

The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher

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

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

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If nothing else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

MEMORIES

SS #12 Marsh School, Gosfield North, September 1942. Back row, l to r: A Butzer, J Barnett, J Pastorius, P Bridgen, A Lapoint, G Ash, D Queen, K Robinson, F Mulcaster, E Queen, E Ferguson. Middle row, l to r: B Pastorius, B Gillett, D Alexander, L Ferguson, K Queen, D Montgomery, Y Tully, M Blair, D Lapoint, J Pastorius, D Bridgen. Front row, l to r: E Bridgen, M Lapoint, F Dixon, B Blair, R Pastorius, H lapoint, L Gillett, B Mulcaster, B Blair.

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.

September 22, 1993 - The Wheatley ladies lobball league leaders captured the championship last week to wind up the season. The Centre Court team (formerly Omsteads) are front row, left to right: Becky Ewert, Bobbie Arquette, Lisa Derbyshire, Becky Lamb, and equipment manager Breanne Lamb. Rear row: Sue Hodgson, Cori Howe, Gert Jones, Carolyn Blokker, Linda Sleiman and Shelly Ridgewell. Absent from photo: Kathy Slavik, Chris Weil, Kris Lowes, Jody Wright.

September 24, 1980 - It was a long 4 km journey but this house made the move from its position on Hwy. 18 to its new place on Mill St. E. near Whitwam. For the movers the lone problem was a tight squeeze onto Mill from Whitwam.

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

HELP WANTED

Pump Technician /Service Technician

Shift – Days, Monday through Friday

Reliable person required to work in company shop or on customer location. Looking for someone who’s familiar with the mechanics of pumps and motors. Must be familiar with tools and power equipment. Mechanically inclined individual is a must. Knowledge of tools, their purposes, and also someone who knows their way around motors and/or pumps. Role involves assisting other staff members as needed.

Responsibilities:

Assess the work to be done on equipment designated for repairs.

Identify which parts are required and how long repairs will take.

Prepare an assessment of the repairs to be done and submit it to the customer.

Prepare the required work order, including all the steps that should be followed.

After customer approval, execute required repairs and ensure that all steps are duly followed.

Describe work executed in designated sections of the work order, review and sign when completed.

Do tests on various pieces of equipment and record the results in the relevant work orders.

Takes care of shipping and receiving

Takes care of inventory and identifies parts and equipment that need to be reordered. Ensure telephone support with customers for all technical questions is addressed. Ensure the mechanical and cleaning maintenance of any service vehicles used for transportation to customer locations.

Deliveries as required.

Qualifications:

Mechanically inclined individual

A vocational school diploma in Industrial Mechanics

Experience, ideally in pump repair, rotating equipment, compressor and/or external customer services. Able to operate a lift truck and must have a Class G automobile license. Send resume to: accounting@ljfleming.com

Kingsville Stamping Limited is looking for TWO (2) TOOL AND DIE REPAIR TECHNICIANS, ONE (1) LICENSED INDUSTRIAL MILLWRIGHT

Must able to work two swing shifts or three rotation shifts Monday to Friday and occasionally Saturday.

Qualification - Tool and Die Repair Technician (2): Minimum 5-years of automotive metal stamping die repair experiences in production line and tool shop. General Machining and preparation of tooling components. Assemble and align stamping dies (progressive and transfer).

Troubleshoot tooling issues in press and determine production inefficiencies.

Experience with progressive dies, transfer dies. Able to weld MIG and TIG, overhead crane, die carts and Autolift. Must have 430A tool and die maker license or equivalent certification /experience. Wage: $29-$37. Full Benefit Package after 3 months.

Qualification - Industrial Millwright (1): Repair equipment, such as motors, presses, uncoilers, feeders, lift trucks, die carts, stamping presses, automation welders, etc. Inspecting and troubleshooting metal stamping presses, welders, and all other equipment. Prioritize all the work orders and assign them to the department, estimate the repair time Spare parts, and PM management. Follow the Weekly Work Schedule as assigned by the management for Equipment that needs repairs. Repair equipment during production as needed. PM of Key Equipment as per schedule Keeping detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation. Installing new equipment and be ready to get PSR approval before first use, testing. Working at height. Education: Skill Trade, College, Industrial Millwright (433A).

Experience: 5 years (automotive metal stamping, automation experience is an asset).

Salary: $25-$37 hourly, 40-48 hours per week. 3 shifts rotation or steady shifts, the wage will be offered depending on experience.

Watch Youtube video for the job: https://youtu.be/X8tnX7PvtRc • http://www.kingsvillestamping.ca Apply at: jobs@kingsvillestamping.ca •Phone: 519-326-6331

Fax: 519-326-7982 •Walk-in: 1931 Setterington Dr, Kingsville Ontario

519-985-6161

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is looking for

(5) 1st Class Welder

Minimum of 40-50 hours per week

Qualification:

Experienced Senior LEVEL welders

• UT Welding experience is required

• Minimum of 5 years’ welding experience Extensive knowledge of welding techniques, GTAW TIG, GMAW FCAW, MIG and multi-pass welding

Duties:

• Read and Interpret welding blueprints, drawings spec

• Interpret welding process specifications

• Operate manual, semi-automatic, automated welding equipment

• Operate Oxy Arc Cutting Equipment

• Examine welds to meet the customer’s standard and spec

FOR SALE

KUBOTA TILLER - 3 point hitch, in excellent shape. Asking $2900 or best offer. Call 519-816-7044. se13-20

SWAP MEET

3-D SHOOT & SWAP MEET -

A.M.A. Sportsman Final 3-D Shoot & Swap Meet, Sun. Sept. 24 starting at 8:00 a.m., 468 Lowes Sideroad, Amherstburg N9V 2W9.

Tables are free. Lunch & bar available. For info call 519564-4398. se13-20

VACATION RENTAL

CONDO AVAILABLE TO RENT December, January and April, in Naples, Florida. Close to beaches, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, family room, screened lanai with view of golf course & water, two golf courses, pickle ball, tennis, 11 pools & more. Call 519-818-9613. se20

SERVICES

For SENIORS by A SENIOR - Maintenance & Organizing for Leamington & area. 40+ years experience. Very prompt & affordable. To discuss details call Jerry 519-982-2169. se20

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

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

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

PLUMBING SERVICES

•Repairs•Installations

•Renovations

•Drain Cleaning

•Sump Pumps

•Backup Sump Pumps

Excellent Rates

Over 40 Years Experience

ED HIGGINBOTTOM

Kingsvilleman@hotmail.com 519.329.1779

HELP WANTED

Custom Fab. Inc.

HIRING – PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR STARTING AT $21.00/HOUR

Offering permanent full-time with extended benefits.

Job Duties Include: Operating Trumpf TruBend

Experience Required: 1+ year operating Trumpf Trubend (or similar) & ability to read mechanical drawings. Must be able to communicate in English. For full job posting visit: klassenfab.com/careers

Apply in person: 5140 Ure St, Oldcastle, ON Via Email: sydney@klassenfab.com

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

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc is looking for

(5) CNC Machinist

Minimum of 40-50 hours per week

Qualification:

• Minimum 5+ years experience in a machining environment

• Minimum 5+ years experience operating CNC horizontal/vertical milling machines, CNC

• Experience in 2D machining

• Extensive knowledge of tooling and tooling operations

• Proficient specifically in Fanuc controls

• Must be proficient in manual G code programming

• Secondary(high) school and postgraduate certification

• Must work both days & afternoon shift rotation

Duties:

Able to read drawings, spec & engineering info

and operate CNC machines

and assembling components and machine parts to close tolerances

NOTICE

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 3:00 p.m. local time on October 24, 2023, at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Civic Centre, 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, located at 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8.

Description of Land(s)

All lands are in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, the following are the geographic descriptions and municipal addresses. Minimum Tender Amount

1. Roll # 3650-140-006-04100 – PLAN 109 N PT LOT 4. Being 12

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:

Name of Municipality or Board

Title

Amy McLellan, Manager Revenue or Matthew Torrance, Deputy Treasurer Municipality of Chatham-Kent

Address of Municipality or Board 315 King Street West, P O Box 640, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8 www.chatham-kent.ca

Personal information contained on this form, collected pursuant to the Municipal Act will be used for the purposes of that Act. Questions should be directed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Co-ordinator at the institution responsible for the procedures under that Act.

AUCTION

HUGE LIVE FARM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 • 9:00 AM 294 ROAD 7 EAST, RUTHVEN

PREVIEW: FRI., SEPT. 29•12 - 5 PM & SAT., SEPT. 30•8 - 9 AM

FARM EQUIPMENT & ESSENTIALS INCLUDING: SportsArt 15 4 stroke 21 ft with trailer, Goudreau 30 ft boat (metal haul) and trailer, small yard trailer, 17-foot small hunting boat, Kubota small diesel tractor deck and blade, welder Miller Delta wire welder 302, DeWalt generator D6 6000, Snapper 48in stand behind, Toro Grounds Master 325D 4×4, 72-inch deck with snow blade, McDougall mill lathe, 48” Jazee Country Clipper SR 200, John Deere 180 42” deck, Honda Four Trax 2002 TRX 350. John Deere self-propelled push mower, Speedco log splitter Honda 190 GC engine, Husqvarna riding mower YTH24K48, 54 pull behind sweeper, Hewitt Caterpillar engine model P3500, 2880 kg 6350 lbs., Industrial floor fans several new in boxes, Fiesel motor out of reefer Yamar brand, Rigid pipe threader and cutter, Sprite 1970’s mini bike, John Deere 336 bailer, overhead garage doors and openers, 4×8’ industrial shelving (dozen unit), Cape Cod wooden chair, several plastic large orange crates, steel work bench with vice, Club car battery running (2 units), diesel Perkins 6 cyl. Club car cooler for beer or pop, 2 small vegetables racks and trays, Dyno glow roaster, small push livestock feed cart, vinyl door and windows, commercial mixer – triumph, large Carolina Industrial – band saw – metal saw, Bobcat skid steer T-320, Factory outlet dump trailer, model 1.14 LX, GVWR14000, international 990 hay bine – 2 units, ceramic urinals, Vertica sand blaster, hexagon picnic table, Ingersoll air compressor 220, 8x4x2 metal storage cabinets – 4 units, Louisiana grill smoker, large commercial smoker, insulation blower – Krenol, propane heater, torches and tanks, commercial floor scale, thermal Dynamics plasma cutter, large parts washer, king drill press, large assortment of grade A bolts, nuts, washers, hardware, etc., 5/8 yellow rubber hoses – 5000 plus set 2500 liter septic tanks, 1000 gallon water tanks, Gehl hammermill, Valtra 960 4×4 farm tractor with bucket – 3pt hitch, John Deere Olson barley seeder, insulator panels, commercial stainless steel, 12 valve diesel cummings, 844 International with bucket, Massey rake, cow chute, Case backhoe 680C, Kubota 72 inch deck pull behind, mower deck –60 inch deck pull behind, pull behind packer, Kawasaki 4×4 Fourtrax (not running), greenhouse frames and complete framing units, Pioneer camper, 5th wheel 2-horse trailer, land leveler, 3 large grain wagons, grain bin, 60×100 metal shop frame only, dump truck cat. Engine, several tow chains, hand and power tools, Massey 165 with loader, 53’ trailer with reefer, grand cover tarps, dripping hose, irrigation hose, Honda 3” hose pump 5.5 engine, Titan sprayer, 13hp Honda pressure washer, 10×12 shed on skids (movable), nursery stock – 1500 – 200 blue and white spruce (1’to 2’ high), 2012 Hyundai Accent with 262,000 km, manual and so much more.

219 Talbot St. W. Leamington 519-322-4427 www.legacyauctions.net

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

Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting to Consider a Municipally Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment

Take notice that the Municipality of Leamington has received a complete Zoning By-law Amendment Application, ZBA No. 284 to be considered by Council under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P. 13.

And further that Council will hold a public meeting to consider the application. A key map has not been provided as the proposed amendment applies to the entire Municipality of Leamington.

The application will be heard by Council:

Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Leamington Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9

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

The purpose of the municipally initiated housekeeping amendment is to amend the zoning by-law by adding a permitted use to all Agricultural Residential (A5) Zoned properties to permit the keeping of chicken and fowl in accordance with a new section of the zoning bylaw Section 4.25.1

Keeping of Chickens and Fowl

in the Agricultural Residential (A5) Zone.

Background: Currently Zoning By-law 890-09, as amended, does not allow for chicken or fowl to be kept on A5 properties. Due to public feedback, the municipality initiated a review of the policies to determine the appropriateness of chickens on A5 properties. A Public Open House was held on September 7th, 2023, to gather feedback from the public and industry. The online municipal engagement tool Let’s Talk Leamington was also used to gather public feedback. All the comments and feedback provided were reviewed and incorporated in the drafting of the report and by-law for the Leamington Council to Review.

Any person may make written and/or verbal comments either in support of or in opposition to the application(s). If you are an owner of property containing seven (7) or more residential units, you are requested to post this notice in a location visible to all residents.

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

If participating electronically via Zoom, you must register in advance by completing the Request to Appear as a Delegate form on the municipal website at leamington.ca/delegation prior to 12:00 PM on the date of the meeting. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of the Leamington Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 2Z9.

To participate at the meeting in-person, you must register in advance by completing the Request to Appear as a Delegate form on the municipal website at leamington.ca/delegation prior to 12:00 PM on the date of the meeting. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of the Leamington Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 2Z9.

As an alternative to attending the meeting either in-person or by electronic participation, written correspondence may be submitted to the Clerk no later than 12:00 PM on the date of the meeting. Please email clerks@leamington.ca. Please note, written correspondence may be included on the agenda which will be published on the municipal website and will form part of the public record.

If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington before the by-law is passed or refused, the person or public body

is not

entitled to appeal the decision.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Clerk of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington, before the by-law is passed or refused, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

Right to Appeal

If you wish to be notified of the decision of Council for The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington on the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA No. 284, you must make a written request to the Clerk, Municipality of Leamington, 111 Erie St. N., Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9 or by email at clerks@leamington.ca

Additional information relating to this matter is available by contacting Spencer Phillips, Planner at sphillips@leamington.ca or by calling 519-326-5761 ext. 1404.

Dated at the Municipality of Leamington this September 1, 2023.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Your compassion takes you many places, Aries. This week you may be compelled to reach out and do more volunteer work for a nonprofit that you hold dear.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, your friends need you to be steady this week, and that’s just what you will give them. You like being in a leadership role and someone others can depend on.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Right now your to-do list is very small, which means you have loads of free time for recreational activities if you choose. Otherwise, you can simply bask in having nothing to do.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, you are in a frame of mind to learn some new skills, and this is just the week to get started. Begin slowly with a hobby or something that interests you.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, it can be challenging to remain low-key when others are excited all around you, but you must be serious with this new venture you are considering. There will be time to celebrate later.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, while others may want the spotlight, you are content to work behind the scenes for the time being. There is nothing wrong with being a supporting character.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Take a few moments this week to go over spending, as you may determine that you have to reel in your budget a little more than you had expected, Libra.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, family responsibilities may continue to weigh you down a bit more than usual, leaving little time for romance. Try to make time when you can.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

You are interested in changing your living space in the days to come, and redecorating is at the top of the list, Sagittarius. Find out ways you can do it without breaking the bank.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you may be holding back on conversations for fear of not getting the answers you desire. Everything won’t go your way, but failing to act is not the way to go.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

You are ready to make some solid choices for your family and future, Aquarius. They may not align with what others feel is necessary, but stay true to your beliefs and needs.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

While you are prone to giving all of your energy away to others most of the time, this week you focus mostly on you, Pisces. It’s a welcomed change that you deserve.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

SEPTEMBER 17 - Patrick Mahomes, Athlete (28)

SEPTEMBER 18 James Marsden, Actor (50)

SEPTEMBER 19 - Pia Mia, Singer (27)

SEPTEMBER 20 - Jon Bernthal, Actor (47)

SEPTEMBER 21 Jason Derulo, Singer (34)

SEPTEMBER 22 - Tom Felton, Actor (36)

SEPTEMBER 23 - Anthony Mackie, Actor (45)

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ANSWERS ON PAGE 19

Flyers score first but fall 4-1 to Collingwood

by C. Scott Holland

It was a measuring stick for the host Leamington Flyers when they hosted the champion Collingwood Blues Thursday, September 14.

With a crowd of 822 in attendance, the Flyers kept pace with the powerful defending champs, but the Blues’ skill was evident and even though they received two goals courtesy of some miscues, Flyers’ starter Sebastien Gatto played well, halting 37 of 40 shots that came his way.

“That was the best team we have faced so far,” said head coach Dale Mitchell. “They were fast and structured. We have plenty of work to do to meet that standard.”

The Flyers’ lone goal was the game’s first and came at 8:09 of the first period when Adrian Bosev hooked a pass to Cameron Arquette, whose right lane blast was the only puck to get past Collingwood starter Noah Pak.

Collingwood’s first two goals came within a two-minute span in the first period from Jack Silverman and Jack Rimmer.

In the final minute of play, Landon Wright drilled a shot from the right lane that sailed past Gatto for a 3-1 lead.

The game’s intensity picked up in the third as the Flyers put 13 shots on net but couldn’t get a marker.

The Flyers had four powerplay opportunities in the third, with one being a four-minute minor.

Down 3-1 with 2:32 left in the contest, they pulled Gatto for an extra-attacker and found it difficult to control the puck.

Collingwood netted an empty-net goal with 20 seconds left to claim their fourth victory of the season, but one that was not easy thanks to some some defensive work by the Flyers.

“We still need to make better decisions with the puck in our end,” said Mitchell, who also commented on the play of newcomer Ray Hamlin.

The Windsor native played a few games for from the Maryland Black Bears this season but had played two seasons for Coquitlam (BCHL).

“Ray just came the day before our game so he still has to adjust to the big ice and how we play,” said Mitchell. “I am confident he will get there.”

As a special note, the Flyers will be playing two games at the OJHL Governor’s Showcase held at the LECOM Harborcenter in Buffalo. The showcase games in Buffalo are Tues. Sept. 26 versus Milton at 2:30 pm and Wed. Sept. 27 versus Cobourg at 5:30 pm.

The Flyers will not play at home on Thurs. Sept. 28. They return to action at the Nature Fresh Complex on Thurs. Oct. 5.

The next home game is Thurs. Sept. 21 vs Burlington Cougars at 7:10 pm.

Weather puts a damper on senior golf at Talbot Trail

By Bob McLean

The weather for Tuesday, September 12 was foreboding and most league members didn’t want to play in the rain. Twenty-eight league members showed up at the clubhouse. They talked about the weather conditions, their golf games, aches and pains, etc., while they sipped on their coffees. They were surprised at about 9 a.m. that the rain had ceased, so they quickly gathered up their golf gear and ventured

out to their respective tees.

In the 50-69y division, Ken Kreuger shot another awesome 35. Jamie Arquette placed second with his impressive 41. Phil Humphries and Tim Will both golfed very well, shooting superb results of 44 and 46 respectively. Ed Fraser and Len Snively merited satisfying nifty 50 results.

The CP winner was Phil, whose impressive tee shot ended up 12 feet from the pin. Mac Hyatt drained a 15-foot putt on #2.

In the 70-79y division, Rick Thompson fired an outstanding 38. He was closely followed by the excellent 40 and 41 shot by BW and Dutchy respectively. Other very praiseworthy results: Hillier 44, Chopper 45, Richard Humber 46, Scoop 47, Bummy 48. Dave Dent produced a very noteworthy nifty 50.

Super senior Tom Hyatt continued his excellent play with a nifty 50. Both Ray Foster and Gary Wilson earned satisfying

52s.

Reminders: 1) Final scramble on Tuesday, September 26. Car Barn broasted chicken is on the menu. 2) Willow Ridge, Blenheim, excursion is on Friday, September 29.

Two old time golfing buddies are standing over their respective second shots near a river. Gerry looks at Dave and says, “Look at those idiots fishing in the rain.” Keep swinging! Just have fun!

A Collingwood player and a Leamington Flyer tangle with each other as play continues near the Collingwood net last Thursday’s. The Flyers scored the game’s first goal but were defeated 4-1 by the Blues. Scott Holland photo

Flyers bring Hamlin into the fold

Windsor native Ray Hamlin is returning to his roots after the Leamington Flyers swung a deal with the NAHL’s Maryland Black Bears.

The overage centre was set to play with Maryland this season after two years in the BCHL with the Coquitlam Express, where he scored 33 goals and added 40 assists in 107 games.

Prior to that, Hamlin played Junior B hockey with the LaSalle Vipers and played for Windsor AAA in the U16 age group.

Hamlin has already

committed to playing NCAA D1 hockey at Mercyhurst University in Pennsylvania next year.

He is a second-generation Flyer, as his father, Kevin, was a former head coach with Leamington and is the current head coach of the University of Windsor men’s hockey program.

“I’m really excited to be a Flyer,” Hamlin said. “I’m happy to be part of such a great organization, in a great community, playing in front of friends and family. I’m very thankful for the opportunity man-

agement has given me and I can’t wait to get started.”

In joining the Flyers, Hamlin becomes the tenth player on the roster from the Windsor-Essex/Chatham-Kent region, getting to play Junior A hockey in their own backyards.

“There is so much talent from this area and Ray is another example of that,” said Flyers general manager Justin Solcz. “We know Ray will have an impact in our lineup right away and are very happy he can continue his junior career close to home.”

Despite the loss, Sharks netminder Ethan Handley was sharp in mid-season form in the home opener last Saturday. The steady goaltender duo of Handley and Jaxon Drysdale will ensure the Sharks will be in a position to win every game.

Sharks drop home opener

By Greg Coulter

The Wheatley Omstead Sharks opened their 20232024 season with a hardfought 3-1 loss to perennial league powerhouse Essex on Saturday. A good crowd of 400 witnessed a close checking game with emphasis on defence by both teams.

Down 1-0 after one, the Sharks tied the game midway through the second only to relinquish the lead 38 seconds later.

The rivals would add an insurance marker ear-

ly in the third.

Netminder Ethan Handley gave the Sharks every opportunity to win with a 19-save performance, including most of those in the first period as the locals worked to stave off opening game jitters.

The Sharks would send 18 the other way.

Veteran Shannon Olson, with assists from Sylvain Lessard and newly acquired Isaac Legood, would be all the offence the Sharks could muster.

Despite the loss, the

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coaching staff looks to continued improvement as the team sees a lineup that included nine new players on the roster.

The Sharks return to the ice Wednesday September 20 versus Walpole Island and face another test on Friday in Lakeshore. Season tickets and Sharks merchandise available at all Shark’s home games.

Erie Shores senior men’s golf

The Erie Shores senior men’s golf league saw 41 players out on September 11.

The winning team with a score of 272 was Don Chalcraft, Wayne Quinn, Dan McQueen and Jerry Meloche. In second with 281 was Norm Beattie, Derek Horop and Heinz Kosempel. Third at 282 went to Orest Hyrenwich, Bill Ruiter, Jamie Arquette and Ken Luxford. In fourth at 290 was Dave Binder, Guy McIntyre, Cam Perrault and Ed Schachowskoy.

The draw winners were John Rutgers and Bob Sutherland.

Closest to the pin on #3 was Jerry Meloche and on #16 Gary Alderson.

Longest putt on #2 was by Gary Alderson and on #12 Brian Collins.

The three low net winners were Jerry Meloche 61, Dan McQueen 67 and Don Chalcraft 67.

Bill Ruiter had low round of 72, John Rutgers followed at 75.

Jamie Arquette had a bird on #1, John Rutgers #1, #13 and #15, Jerry

Meloche #3, #6 and #16, Gord Anderson and Matt Dick #4, Gary Alderson #5, Dave Binder #8, Ron Tremblay and Jerry Mallard #9, Dan McQueen #10 and #15, Ollie Mastronardi and Brian Collins #12, Cecil Mendel #16. Congratulations to Norm Beattie who eagled the 10th hole and to Bill Ruiter who eagled the 6th hole and also birdied #2, #14, #15 and #16. With the season winding down, there is a lot of great golfing being played.

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SUN photo by Greg Coulter

Grand Prix brings smiles to faces

By Mark Ribble

Engines

roared and faces turned immediately to smiles for young and old alike at the second annual Lions Club Grand Prix held at Point Pelee Kart track on Saturday, September 16.

The Leamington Lions Club hosted the event in partnership with Point Pelee Karting and the Leamington Area Classic Cruisers, who were on hand to display their vehicles and do a trip around the track.

Proceeds benefited the Erie Shores Health Foundation, earmarked for the Diagnostic Imaging Department in support of the MRI campaign. While final proceeds are yet to be announced, the day produced a corporate winner, as well as junior and senior open division winners.

All involved walked away with smiles on their faces and organizer Bruce Medcalf was happy to see that.

Garrett Cash walked

away as the junior winner, while Ken Gray took the senior trophy.

The corporate winner was sponsored by Sizzlers Snack Shack and driven by young Ethan Sorrell and the Green House Challenge trophy was taken by Mucci Farms.

The Classic Cruisers then took to the track from their parking spots near the front of the property and showcased their vehicles on the go kart track with a couple slow

roll laps, culminating in the audience choosing a best in show winner — John Walsh in his 1966 Chevy II SS.

Trophy presentations to Rob Medcalf of Mucci Farms, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Junior Open winner Garrett Cash, Senior Open winner Ken Gray, and Corporate winner Ethan Sorrell embraced by his sponsors Maria Lloyd and Marnie Walker. Sun photos

Car show winner John Walsh with event organizer Bruce Medcalf, right.

Youth participants enjoyed the podium, from left Garrett Cash, Ethan Sorell and Reggie Turner.

Golden Years Mini-Golf

The Golden Years Mini Golf League kicked of the 2023-24 season with a bang on September 14 as 51 golfers recorded 69 holes-in-one in a spirited morning of golf.

Leading the ace parade

was Tony Hudvagner with 4, followed closely by Mary Ann Sherman, Bill Ward, Joanne Law, Ed Middleton, Grant Raymond and Bill Mayville with 3. Sinking 2 holes each were Allan Munson, Vanda Bavetta, Mavis Rutter, Andy Orsini, Jamie Arquette, Theresa Decaluwe, Patty Hopper, Kathy Bechard, Monique Benfield, Jack Bostin, Nancy Springthorpe and Laurie Hylton. Single aces were recorded by Debbie Clinton, Bill Taylor, Ron Fick, Linda Chiasson, Denise Munson, Shran Collins, Lois Hudvagner, Bill Edwards, Gloria Smith, Betty McManus, Armande Decaluwe,

John Murphy, Nick Penzari, Carol Hylton, Gail Turk, Faith Reidy, Erle Nash, Barb Haas, Tom Hyatt, Keith Hopper and Colleen Pearse.

Top scores over 18 holes were recorded by Bill Ward who shot 36 and 37, Jamie Arquette also with 37, Mavis Rutter scored 2 rounds of 38, and Debbie Clinton shot 38 and 39. A round of 39 was also recorded by Bill Mayville, Barb Fick, Patty Hopper and Jack Bostin.

Top 36-hole scores were recorded by Bill Ward with a sizzling 73, Mavis Rutter with 76, and Debbie Clinton and Jamie Arquette with 77.

First place was awarded to Team 17 (Bill Taylor, Debbie Clinton, Bill Ward) with a team score of 235.

There was a three-way tie for second place with a score of 253: Team 7 (Armande Decaluwe, John Murphy, Bill Mayville), Team Jacks (Andy Orsini, Grant Raymond, Jamie Arquette) and Team 3 (Tony Hudvagner, Jack Bostin, Colleen Pearse).

Golfers are alerted to a new start time beginning Thursday, September 21. Registration will be at 10 a.m. with tee off at 10:30.

ERIE SHORES GOLF TOURNAMENT

Sunny skies and cool breezes greeted 155 golfers who took part in the annual Erie Shores Health Foundation Signature Golf Tournament on Thursday, September 14 at Kingsville Golf and Country Club. Here, George Bergen tees off on hole #1 on the Gold Course. The tournament’s gold sponsors were evident throughout the course with kudos to Uni-Fab, UE Enclosures and CIBC Seabrook Financial for stepping up with their gold sponsorships. A tournament of this magnitude wouldn’t be possible without the countless volunteers and sponsors who allow the organizing committee to raise the funds they raise for the foundation.

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