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By Mark Ribble REGIONAL — The Conservative incumbents in Chatham-Kent Leamington and Essex appear to be re-elected to their seats after Monday’s federal election.

Although Elections Canada has announced that they won’t make it official until Saturday, September 25, local and national media outlets are declaring victories for both local incumbents.

The media has also declared Justin Trudeau re-elected as Prime Minister, with a minority government.

As of Tuesday morning, Epp had a DAVE EPP 6500-vote lead over Liberal candidate Greg Hetherington with 269 of the 272 polls reporting.

Lewis meanwhile, had a 6200-vote lead in the riding of Essex over NDP candidate Tracey Ramsey, who was trying to win back the seat she lost in the last election. All but one poll were in.

Mail-in votes were being counted later Tuesday, but experts feel the trend CHRIS LEWIS will continue through that process.

Totals as of Tuesday morning had Epp at 21,605 votes to Hetherington’s 15,045. NDP candidate Dan Gelinas grabbed 7,761 to People’s Party Liz Vallee’s 7,737. The Green Party’s Mark Vercouteren got 820 votes.

Lewis had garnered 27,688 votes in Essex with Ramsey at 21,428. Liberal Audrey Festeryga had 10,408, while People’s Party Beth Charron-Rowberry had 6,773. Nancy Pancheshan from the Green Party had 839, while Christian Heritage candidate Jeremy Palko had 180. Independent Andrew George got 168 votes.

Reached for comment Tuesday morning, Epp said he was grateful for his constituents’ trust.

“It’s not so much a victory as it is a trust and I’m honoured I’ve received their trust,” he said. “Thanks to the other candidates, my family and my team of volunteers, who I couldn’t have done this without. Now, it’s back to the work that was interrupted.”

Lewis was not available for comment.

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LEAMINGTON — Three-year-old Scarlett Tofflemire of Leamington enjoys a freshly picked Honey Crisp apple while getting a ride in her wagon at Thiessen Orchards on Sunday, September 19. This is her second year going to the orchard. The pick-your-own-apple section has officially opened through the end of October. Thiessen Orchards is located at 400 Talbot Street East about two kilometres east of Leamington and offers activities for the whole family like fresh apple cider, a corn maze, orchard rides and more. Visit thiessenorchards.com for more information.

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Provincial vaccine passport starts Wednesday ONTARIO — On September 1, the province announced a new vaccine certificate or ‘passport’ system for selected settings that take effect today, September 22.

The system will cover ‘higher-risk’ indoor spac-

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Wheatley residents have relocated to the Wheatley Village Resource Centre and Food Bank at 108 Talbot Street East.

Case managers will be on site to assist evacuees with housing, food and other support services. This service will operate Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. during the week of September 20 to September 24.

Evacuees may also call 519-351-8573 Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and ask to speak with a Wheatley Crisis Case Manager for assistance with housing, food, and other support services.

Residents requiring emergency housing outside of weekday office hours may call the Homeless Response Line (HRL) at 519-354-6628.

Residents requiring general information should call 519-360–1998 or 3-1-1 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

To subscribe to email updates, email ck311@chatham-kent.ca.

The Wheatley Recovery Group has been essential to the recovery efforts as the group has connected residents in need, identified service gaps in the community, and launched the Wheatley BIA Disaster Relief Fund application via the Municipal website.

In addition, the Recovery Group is offering a free Thanksgiving takeout meal to those displaced who may not have access to Thanksgiving dinner otherwise.

This will also be offered to first responders on scene. Anyone affected can contact Kim Grant at 519-322-9746.

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WHEATLEY — Chatham-Kent has signed an agreement with the provincial Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry to take the lead in the investigation of the source of a gas explosion that took place in downtown Wheatley on August 26.

The agreement outlines the ministry’s commitment to identify the source of the hydrogen sulphide gas — which is believed to be the cause — and to recommend ways to prevent future gas leaks.

Chatham-Kent Chief Administrative Officer Don Shropshire said the agreement moves the investigation to the next level.

“We have been preparing the site for further investigation while focusing on public safety,” he said. “The safety of our residents remains key for our first responders and the province will be taking the lead on its portion of the work.”

Shropshire said the municipality would be meeting with the province and its experts to provide a timeline for residents as soon as possible.

Mayor Darrin Canniff said he is pleased that the investigation is moving forward. “We are encouraging the province to expedite the investigation process and to determine what can be done financially to help the residents and businesses that have been effected.

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5K walk in Wheatley on Saturday WHEATLEY — Lace It Up for Michael, a five-kilometre walk in memory of Michael Laliberte, will take place on Saturday, September 25 from 10 am to 2 pm.

The walk will happen at the Michael Laliberte Memorial Soccer Field with all proceeds going to the Fight Like Mason Foundation. There is a $20 admission fee

and you can pay on Facebook or in person at the walk.

If you raise $50 you get a wristband, while at $150 you receive a t-shirt. The highest earner will get a custom pair of custom shoes.

To sign up, email fightlikemike13@ gmail.com or visit the Facebook page called Lace It Up For Michael.

Clarification on Kingsville vaccine vote KINGSVILLE — In last week’s story about Kingsville mandating vaccinations for their employees and volunteers, two councillors were mentioned as voting against the mandate, which carried by a 4-2 vote.

Councillor Kimberly DeYong was re-

cused from participating in the discussion and the vote because a member of her family is an employee of the town.

Councillor DeYong was not involved in the vote to pass the mandate and the Sun regrets any information that would imply otherwise.

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Displaced family grateful for their community

By Mark Ribble WHEATLEY — On the afternoon of Thursday, August 26, Jami-Lee Church saw the fire trucks once again at the four corners of Wheatley, so she did what she was supposed to — she packed up the family’s ‘evacuation bag’.

They’d had to use that bag for the previous evacuation in July but were back home in three days.

In the June gas leak, her family’s home was just outside of the evacuation area, so she didn’t expect to have to use it.

That fateful August day, the bag sat on their kitchen counter as she gathered her two kids, Dougie and Everly, and left the house to head to the baseball diamonds for their regular Thursday night activities.

Her fiancé Craig Howe is a pitcher and infielder for the Dirty Farmers slopitch team and the couple looked forward to a normal Thursday night at the baseball fields north of town.

Just as the first pitches were thrown that night, the ball diamonds were shaken with the explo-

sion that rocked the downtown, less than a kilometre away.

“Craig and I looked at each and we knew,” said Jami-Lee. That was 27 days ago and the family of four has not been back to their Talbot Street East home since. Their house, just east of the Wheatley Post Office, lost a couple of windows in the blast.

“We haven’t seen any photos or anything,” said Jami-Lee. “We heard a couple of our front windows were blown out.”

Luckily that night, a firefighter friend was able to go into their house and grab their bag off the counter. That bag contained all the essentials the couple would need for a short time away.

Little did they know they would need long-term accommodations.

That’s where Wendy and Jeff Bowman came in.

After a few days with Craig’s parents, Bill and Diane Howe, Jami-Lee and Craig were offered a place to stay by the Bowmans, who own a lakefront cottage outside of Wheatley.

The couple is grateful

to have a roof over their heads.

“I feel like the shelter was the main thing, especially with the young kids,” said Jami-Lee. “We’re back into our routine and a bit of a normal life.”

She says that donations of clothing, backpacks and stuff for the kids came pouring in and they have been very fortunate compared to others.

She felt the help offered by the municipality was something they should allow those more in need to take advantage of.

“We’re very fortunate and are okay financially, so we left that for others,” she said.

For Craig, he feels the community has been awesome.

“You know what, it’s the community. They’ve done nothing but support us and made it really easy,” he said. “I can’t even express how grateful I am for that. I know there will be worse-off people out there.”

Craig said he’s proud of the way his community has rallied around those directly affected, and that same community is mak-

ing things easier for them.

“It’s been tough, but it’s also been easy because of the help,” he said.

They don’t know what the immediate future holds with regard to the home they’ve owned for a few years now.

“We don’t know if there is any damage,” said Jami-Lee. “We haven’t been back there at all.”

What they do know is that they have a quarter of a pig in their freezer that won’t smell very good by now, but the laidback couple takes it all in stride, thankful that they are all okay and able to stay in their daily routine.

They’ve had no conversations with Chatham-Kent about when they can hope to get back to their home, but do subscribe to the regular email updates sent out.

Jami-Lee has immersed herself into helping others and has recently been asked by Lauren Anderson and Kim Grant to join their efforts with the Wheatley Recovery Group.

She feels that’s the least she can do for a community that has been so good to her family.

The Howe family poses for a photo on Sunday, September 19. They’ve been displaced by the Wheatley explosion since the evening of August 26. From left are Craig, Dougie, Jami-Lee and Everly.

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Erie Shores Health Foundation golf tournament raises $278,000

LEAMINGTON — A gorgeous sunny day greeted golfers who participated in the annual Signature Golf Tournament for Erie Shores Health Foundation at Erie Shores Golf Club on Wednesday, September 15.

A total of 176 golfers took part in the tournament and were treated to an exceptional experience — on the course and off.

The event was supported by four platinum sponsors: RZH, Tilray, Uni-Fab and Double Diamond with dozens of additional sponsors at the gold, silver and bronze levels.

Staggered tee times ensured safe golf-

ing for everyone, with other COVID protocols in place. From valet parking to a gelato bar, swag bags, premium refreshments, a party tent and some great raffle prizes, lunch and dinner to-go, golfers got the royal treatment.

Live entertainment throughout the course included Jen Knight and Mark Mailloux, DJ Mike Mele, Bob Gabriele and Dan Woods, Jody Raffoul and Ciao Duo. “As with any successful event it takes an incredible team to pull it off,” said Gloria Cavenago, ESHF Development Officer. “I would like to thank Deanna Bavetta and the rest of our dedicated

volunteers and foundation staff.”

Cavenago was grateful to her team and the sponsors of the event, that raised $278,000 as of press time.

“This year’s committee members as well as our chair, John Cervini, were nothing short of a dream team. Our community’s generosity continuously warms my heart so I must send a shout out to all our amazing sponsors,” she added. “Your support and commitment to our local hospital and to this community is simply extraordinary.”

John Cervini, ESHF Golf Committee Chair, was also impressed with the way things went.

“I would like to thank our community for continued support for local healthcare,” he said. “Erie Shores Health Foundation understands people have choices when it comes to volunteering and donating and we appreciate the support. We were able to raise a great deal of funds through the team work of our planning committee, volunteers and sponsors and are truly grateful.”

Christine Colautti, CEO of the Erie Shores Health Foundation, summed it up by saying, “It was a great day out on the course. Thank you to everyone who attended and all of our supporters.”

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Was 2021 my softball swan song?

After missing last season due to the pandemic, it was refreshing to be able to get out on the ball diamond for a few weeks this summer.

It was also a struggle physically, to get through the heat of the summer as a 60-year-old playing against mostly 30-somethings.

I had made a promise to myself a few years ago that I’d like to play until I was 60 and I’m happy to say I made it, but not without a lot of lingering aches and pains.

My other goal was to be able to play as a teammate with my kids, which I accomplished.

In 2012, Scott Sovie and I entered our Car Barn-sponsored team in the Southpoint Men’s Lobball League in Wheatley. We gathered our slo pitch buddies and formed a team, with Scott at the helm as coach.

He had recently undergone surgery for a brain tumour and had real hopes of getting back on the field before the end of that inaugural season. He had that same competitive blood flowing

through his veins as I did — probably because we were cousins. Scott was a great ball player, so he hoped that his athleticism would help him overcome his diagnosis.

Sadly, he never got to play an inning that year and by the time the next season rolled around, Scott was gone. He died of Gioblastoma on February 10, 2013.

I contemplated folding the team after his death but we decided to soldier on. We picked up a couple more players and tried to be as competitive as we could.

One player we brought in was Mike Iles, whom I had played some hardball with. Mike was the quintessential first baseman — tall, solid and possessed a great glove. He was also our power hitter.

Then on May 31, 2015, Mike passed away suddenly from a heart attack, sending this already-hurting group of guys into another emotional tailspin from losing a teammate.

It was decided right there and then,

with the next set of jerseys, we would honour Scott and Mike. Those Car Barn jerseys still display their names to this day.

This year was interesting, with a few nagging injuries slowing us all down.

Even the young guys were feeling the strain of missing a year, but we got through it, finishing fourth with an above-.500 record for the first time.

We had no intentions of suddenly winning the championship but as the year-end tournament began last Saturday, I felt I needed to let the guys know that it may just be my last kick at the can.

I gave the old ‘win one for the Gipper’ speech to the guys as we prepared to start the first game, hoping that would motivate them a little.

I don’t know if that had anything to do with it or not, but we promptly went out and won our first game, then followed that up with a victory over the

RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble

1939 Ford truck in New Brunswick THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk A photo arrived of our good friend “Twin Bill” Myers of Pickering, standing beside a 1939 Ford truck with dual rear wheels. The oval grille was a Ford trademark in the late ’30s and you could spot a Ford truck from half a mile away.

The photo was taken on a family holiday in 2018 northwest of Fredericton in Hartland, New Brunswick, where you will

meet the longest covered bridge in the world at 1282 feet.

Bill was born in Toronto on the day of the Santa Claus Parade in 1937.

That makes him almost two years older than the truck. Both appear to be in excellent condition.

Henry Ford built over 16-million Model Ts and although they were regarded as cars, they often did double duty as trucks.

Ford himself insisted that the distance between the back of the front seat and the front of the back seat

should be wide enough for a farmer’s milk cans.

Deliver the milk with the car during the week and have the family pile in to get to church on time every Sunday morning.

The truck in the photo would have a flathead V8 of probably 221 cubic inches. The transmission would be a 3 or 4 speed floor shift. The single windshield wiper was vacuum-operated back then, making it slow down when you needed it the most. Some owners of old cars and trucks have switched to electric wipers for safety reasons.

When the restoration of

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first place team in game two. These two unpredictable wins propelled us into the finals on Sunday.

The finals were unremarkable for us, as that same first-place team we beat Saturday — The Farmers — took it to us twice to win the championship.

We had nothing to be ashamed of and I feel we had a good year.

As for next year, everything is up in the air for me. I made my goal of playing until 60 and should be happy to walk — or limp — away.

The question is, can I walk away?

Our team’s oldest player — Jamie Nash — doesn’t think I can, because he knows how hard it is to give it up.

We’ll see what next spring brings.

room condition. But the practicality of trucks soon changed all that. When this pandemic is over, we can go to car shows again,

and the trucks might even outnumber the cars!

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Findings of homelessness project in Leamington announced LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Homelessness Project is an initiative that began to come together in 2019 and last week, after months of work and collaboration, the findings of the project were announced.

On Friday, September 17, the South Essex Community Council (SECC) brought together representatives of the munic-

ipality, Family Services Windsor-Essex Housing Connections.

“We’ve learned a lot over these past months and as a collaborative, we’ve gained a better understanding of the challenges in accessing local services,” said Carolyn Warkentin, Executive Director of SECC. “The project report offers some excellent recommendations

to move our community forward in its efforts to end homelessness in Leamington and the surrounding area.”

This past June and July, staff from local service organizations interviewed people who were experiencing homelessness or were at-risk of homelessness at Leamington food banks, meal programs and outdoor settings.

Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald, left, stands with Homelessness Project leader Alissa Enns, Housing Information Services representative Lisa Bezaire, SECC Executive Director Carolyn Warkentin, and Family Service Windsor-Essex co-ordinator Colm Holmes as they present ‘Finding Home’, a look at housing and homelessness in Leamington.

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MIRACLE MOBILE MARKET - The Mobile Market is a weekly travelling fresh produce market that offers packages of fruits and veggies. The suggested donation is $5 ( all donations go back into purchasing local produce for the Market project.)

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ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Meeting dates in September are the 15th and 29th. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us. COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 5:00 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 1424), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St.

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If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580.

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Mayor Hilda MacDonald applauded the efforts of the SECC and local ministers for bringing the homelessness issue to her attention.

“I was eight weeks into the job when I was approached by a group of local ministers,” she said. “That group now has 30 members, including seven churches and 13 services clubs being involved.”

MacDonald said that once the group found out there was a need, there was no turning back.

“It’s a matter of people coming together,” she said. “The team has been working together since 2019 to develop a made-in-Leamington solution.”

Alissa Enns, project leader spoke of the results of the survey that was done this summer and said that out of 72 people surveyed, just over half of them had housing, with 17 of them having no shelter at all. Another 14 had limited shelter and were doing ‘couch-surfing’, staying with friends and family.

“Overall data shows a

trend of long-term and cyclical homelessness,” she said.

Enns and her group made recommendation based on the results of the survey, which included a drop-in service to be established, housing services located in Leamington and the county and said it’s essential that a long-term solution be found in Leamington.

The report from the homelessness project can be found at secc.on.ca/ findinghome.

Lisa Bezaire from Housing Intervention Services joined Colm Holmes, Coordinator from the Windsor-Essex Housing Connections (WEHC), as they both spoke to the need of safe, affordable housing

all across the county.

“Homelessness often goes unnoticed because it’s largely hidden,” said Holmes.

Holmes said that WEHC has staff onsite at SECC in Leamington during regular business hours and has a hotline to call after hours.

“This will really help people and really will improve their lives,” he said.

For Warkentin and her staff, they are elated and expect to make a big announcement this week to further the results of the project, but there is still work to be done.

“Five people have been housed since June of this year,” she said. “But there’s still a lot to do.”

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

September is Suicide Awareness Month

Representatives of Libro Credit Union and Caldwell First Nation at the headquarters in Leamington. In the back are Glenn Forrest (Caldwell First Nation) and Larry Patterson. In front are Paul Thompson (Libro Leamington manager), Garnet Talbot, Lori Atkinson (Libro Regional Manager), Kyra Cole (Caldwell First Nation), Michelle Stein, Linda Lloyd-Dupuis and Wassim Sarweh.

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Libro grant benefits Caldwell First Nation LEAMINGTON – The annual Libro Grant Roadshow took place on Wednesday, September 15, with a stop in the county and in Leamington. Libro Credit Union granted $320,000 across Ontario, with four organizations receiving various sums totalling $70,000.

The managers from the local board and branches hit the road to deliver the good news and the cheques. The first stop of the day was at the Caldwell First Nation Headquarters, where Libro gave $20,000 toward the Caldwell First Nation Housing Initiative.

After they left Caldwell Headquarters, the group travelled to Windsor to the Connections Early Years Family Centre

and Cook-Up. A later date was set for delivery to the Leamington Regional Food Hub, which will receive $20,000 toward the good work they do there.

“For Caldwell First Nation, Libro’s grant program is a step in Caldwell’s goal of economic self-sufficiency,” said Caldwell first Nation Economic Development Officer, Kyra Cole. “The funding will support a study conducted by the Nation for a project that could support community building, housing, and economic development. This could be instrumental in helping bring people back home to Caldwell and also providing citizens good paying jobs when they get here.”

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Here are a few quick facts about suicide from the Public Health Agency of Canada (2016): • 11 people die by suicide each day.

• There are 4,000 deaths by suicide each year and one-third of these are people between 45 and 59.

• Suicide is the leading cause of death for youth and young adults, 15 to 34.

• 8 out of 10 people who die by suicide each year gave previous indications of their intentions.

It is important for all of us to recognize signs of suicide. While some signs of suicide are obvious, others are more challenging to identify. Crisis Services Canada (crisisservicescanada.ca) offers help to identify signs of suicide in family members, friends and work colleagues.

Seek help if you notice somebody: • Making threats to harm oneself.

• Researching a way to kill oneself.

• Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide.

• Increased substance use.

• Feelings of hopelessness; no sense of purpose in life.

• Agitation or uncontrolled anger.

• Unable to sleep or sleeping all the time.

• Feelings of being trapped; having no way out.

• Withdrawal from family, friends, society.

• Reckless behavior or engaging in risky activities.

• Dramatic mood changes.

If you feel as though you could be a

danger to yourself or know someone who is struggling with thoughts about suicide, there are many local and national resources available: • The Community Crisis Centre: Offers mental health services for individuals ages 16+ who are experiencing an acute mental illness and/or psychosocial crisis. Services include a 24-Hour Crisis Telephone Line (519-973-4435) and walk-in crisis support.

• Distress Centre of the Downtown Mission: Offers free and confidential support services through their support line 365 days a year from 12 p.m.-12 a.m. each day. This service provides emotional support, crisis intervention, community referrals and other supports over the phone to adults and youth who need assistance or information. Support services can be accessed by calling 519256-5000 during their service hours.

• Crisis Services Canada: Offers a 24/7 telephone crisis line at 1-833-4564566 and a crisis text line at 45645 (4 p.m.-12 a.m. daily).

• Crisis Text Line (powered by Kids Help Phone): Offers Free 24/7 support for people in crisis. Text ‘HOME’ to 686868 to text with a trained real-life Crisis Responder.

• ONTX Ontario Online & Text Crisis Service: Offers a Crisis Chat that is available between 2 p.m. and 2 a.m. (Text 741-741) • Youth Space: Offers a ‘Youth Text’ service that is available in Ontario between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m.

If you feel you are a danger to yourself, call 911 to receive the help you require.

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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Humane Society holding microchip clinic LEAMINGTON — The Windsor-Essex Humane Society will hold a Drive-Thru Micro-chip Clinic for dogs, cats and rabbits on Saturday, October 2.

The event will take place from 10 am to 1 pm at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre, 249 Sherk Street, Leamington.

You can have your pet micro-chipped without leaving your vehicle. Dogs must be leashed at all times, while cats and rabbits must be in secure carriers.

Humans must wear masks.

The cost is $20 per pet. No appointment required.

Sleeping Out at The Bridge LEAMINGTON — The annual Sleeping Out at The Bridge event will take place on Friday, October 1.

This year’s event will offer on-site and off-site sleeping options and organizers have set this year’s fundraising goal at

$200,000.

So far, over $47,000 has already been raised by 10 teams and 46 participants who have registered.

Last year’s event raised over $150,000.

Letter to the Editor

‘My Friend Irma’ a first-rate production, says writer Dear Editor: Kudos to The Bank Theatre on their first open-tothe-public show in a long time, ‘My Friend Irma’, last week.

Allison Still did a super job of acting and also directing an exceptionally talented cast, including the ‘on-stage’ music and hilarious sounds effects.

This version of Irma’s story was well presented and kept you laughing throughout.

From entrance to exiting, The Bank Theatre handled things first rate.

Greeted by Michelle,

we were then registered, checked, COVID-19 tested and personally ushered to our pre-marked, well-distanced seats. Exit instructions were then given to aid in proper distancing.

A new episode of ‘My Friend Irma’ stories is

scheduled for October 2224 and we would encourage you to attend.

You will enjoy a talented cast, along with light-hearted and humorous entertainment, which is just what we need now.

Bravo!

Richard and Dorothy Poisson

The Chatham-Kent Leamington candidates answer questions from moderator Corey Robertson at last week’s Leamington Chamber of Commerce debate at The Bank Theatre. From left are Dave Epp, Mark Vercouteren, Dan Gelinas, Greg Hetherington and Corey Robertson.

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Chamber holds election debate LEAMINGTON — The Bank Theatre was the setting for a Candidates’ Night on Tuesday, September 14, hosted by the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce.

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About 40 people attended The Bank Theatre for the event, with questions ranging from COVID recovery, to Indigenous issues, to the economy and climate change.

Each candidate had opening and closing statements to present their opinions as well as 90 seconds to answer each question without interruption.

Dave Epp (Conservative), Mark Vercouteren (Green), Dan Gelinas (NDP) and Greg Hetherington (Liberal) all attended. Liz Vallee of the People’s Party of Canada was not present.

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Lori Ann Mills

March 8, 1960 - September 17, 2021

Michael Brown Michael Everett Clawson Brown, born at home on February 15, 1953 to Golden and Colleen Brown, and died at home beside best friend, co-conspirator and wife Diana on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Between those dates, he was a son, brother, troublemaker, challenging student, dog lover, friend, uncle, farmhand, hot date, biker, opponent, bouncer, doorman, bartender, tour guide, short order cook, codefendant, welder, truck driver, taxi driver, repairman, landscaper, ace student, service advisor, wheelie king, bootlegger, stockboy, groundskeeper, repeat patient, cadaver, repeat miracle, sponsor, carpenter, husband, father, stepfather, janitor, receiver, forklift acrobat, Grampa, animal whisperer and inventor. His rescue doggo, Autumn, is still searching for her boy, and the cats are wondering what happened to the treat dispenser and interviewing for a replacement. The lawn is a disgrace.

If you know Mike, he’s made you laugh, often. If you’re lucky, he’s made you smile. If you’re one of the few who saw his heart, he’s made you proud.

If you want to remember Mike, share a joke, make someone laugh. Pet a puppy or kitten, feed the ducks, burn something and watch the flames. Play a prank, laugh at yourself. Eat a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, have two desserts with extra Cool Whip. Laugh at old reruns. Crank the rock ‘n roll. Whatever you do, do it with passion and awe, like he did.

If you want to honor Mike’s life, pay it forward. Help someone who needs it.

Burial is a private ceremony, but outdoor visitation and a celebration of life and laughter will be held at 1032 Road 6, Leamington, on Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 2-8 p.m.

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

Gertrude Toews Gertrude Toews, 100 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, September 19, 2021, at the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Beloved wife of the late Frank (1998). Loving mother of the late Ronnie (1947), Marlene Konrad (Bill), Anita Enns ( John), Bob Toews (late Kathy), Elaine Penner (Bill).

Proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of the late Herb Hamm (1998) (late Mary), late Jake (2020) (late Katie) (Erica).

Predeceased by all her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: John Toews (Margaret), Annie Braun ( John), Jessie Toews (Cornie), Jake Toews (Margaret), Elizabeth Cornies ( Jake), Mary Regier (Otto). Many nieces and nephews also survive.

Gertrude was a member of the Leamington Choral Society, sang in the church choir, was a music director, florist, gardener and homemaker. She loved to sew and quilt for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Her hands were never idle.

Special thanks to all the staff at Leamington Mennonite Home for their compassionate and loving care.

Visiting is at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday from 6-9 p.m.

A private family Funeral Service to celebrate Gertrude’s life will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at 11 a.m.

Livestream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Due to COVID restrictions, visitation is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www. reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask.

Memorial donations may by made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Emma Upcott

June 15, 1934 - September 15, 2021 Emma Upcott passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Sun Parlor Home at the age of 87.

Proof of Beloved obituary tolate run wife of the Bill Upcott (1995). Loving mother of Sherry Waites (Ken) and Paul Upcott (Elaine September 22, 2021 Dominato). Cherished nana of Jennifer Waites ( Joshua Southpoint Sun(Sheldon). GreatStubbert) and Heather Waites-Rhodes grandmother$100, of Jesse plus and Josiah $13Stubbert. hst = $113 Special thanks to the staff of 1 West for their care and compassion.

Any changes please email As per Emma’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A sun@southpointsun.ca private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Kingsville), Thanks.

519-254-2585.

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

Diane Fegarty 1937 - 2021

Diane Lucille Fegarty (nee Hopper) passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Born in Leamington, Ontario.

Beloved wife of Col. Barry J. Fegarty of Dartmouth. Loving mother of daughters Karen and Lesley Fegarty, also of Dartmouth. Grandmother of Matthew and Rachel Murphy. Dear sister of June Knopp (nee Hopper) and her late husband Robert (1985) of Leamington. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Thelma and Lloyd Hopper, and brothers Murray, Lowell, Keith, Paul, Darl and Wayne.

Diane was a retired schoolteacher. Her career included six years of teaching at international schools in Russia and China.

Cremation has taken place. A private family service was held in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

We’ll miss you so much.

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Cristina DeCamillis September 22, 2021

Cristina DeCamillis Southpoint Sun passed away peacefully on Friday, September $100, plus $13 hst = $113 17, with family by her side at Erie Shores Hospice.

Beloved wife of her late Any changes please email husband Filippo (2014).

Loving sun@southpointsun.ca mother of Luigi, Franco and Thanks.

Marina Kok (Mike). Adored

Nona of Amanda De Camillis (Matt Ibrahim), Addison and Christopher Kok and great-Nona of Kingston and Phoenix Ibrahim.

Predecesed by her parents Lino and Teresa Incitti. Dearest sister of Paula Incitti, Pat Incitti, Josephine Maertens, Louise Morrison (Gary), late Maria Battaglini, late Remo (Lucy) Incitti and late Nino (Giacomina) Incitti.

Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She will also be remembered by her dear friend Wanda Ricci. Cristina will be forever missed her fur baby Rocky.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday, September 19, 2021 from 2-4 p.m.

Mass of the Resurrection was held on Monday, September 20, 2021 at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington at 10:30 a.m. Cremation followed.

If desired memorial donations made to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Lori Ann Mills (nee Martin) at the age of 61.

Reunited with her husband Ken (2015). Loving mother of Hanna and the late Kelsea (1997). Beloved daughter of Joyce and Brian. Dear sister of Ron (Marcia). Predeceased by her father Larry (2018). She will be deeply missed by the Longo family: Dan, Chris, Nic and Sam, as well as Dean Williamson and her of many extended family Proof obituary to members run and friends.

Lori thoroughly enjoyed being a crossing guard for the Town of Leamington.

She made 22, many2021 friends and will be September greatly missed.

Southpoint Sun We would like to extend a thank you to the staff at Erie $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Shores Hospice and the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre for their care and compassion.

In lieu ofAny flowers, donationsplease to Erieemail Shores Hospice changes would be greatly appreciated. sun@southpointsun.ca As per Lori’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private Thanks. family service has been held.

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Kingsville) 519-254-2585.

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

Betty Lou Quick Betty Lou Quick passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 86 years of age. of for obituary to run Beloved Proof wife of Cliff 66 years. Loving mother of Jessie Quick, Jane Samson (late Mike), Betty Ann Quick (Rob) and Cliff Quick (Helen). Proud grandma of Brent 22, 2021 Bishop (Tiffany), September Allen Bishop (Michelle), Carolyn Bishop Southpoint (Shawn), Kate Farrington (Dave),Sun Steven John ( Jill), Nicole John (Shaun), $100, Cory plusJohn $13(Sarah), hst =Angela $113 Robinson (Brodie), Samantha Quick ( John) and Bryce Quick (Cassidy), and great-grandma of Riley, Taylor, Kierra, Any changes please email Kaden, Dawson, Brock, Nolan and Willow. sun@southpointsun.ca In following Betty Lou’s wishes, private family cremation services have taken place atThanks.

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

Kenneth Lotsberg

August 15, 1943 – September 13, 2021 With great sorrow we announce the passing of Kenneth Fulton Lotsberg on Monday, September 13, 2021 at the Smooth Rock Falls Hospital at the age 78.

He was predeceased by his father Henry Lotsberg, mother Jacoba Lotsberg (nee Davalaar), brothers Miles andProof Dennis, sisters MaryAnn and Shirley. of obituary to run Ken will be deeply missed by his wife of 59 years Carol (nee Church), daughter Teresa Grieve (Eddy), son Ken Jr., grandchildren Amber (Keith), September 22,Trevor 2021(Kayley), Myles (Brooke) and Calvin, great-grandchildren Ruby, Haddie, Southpoint Sun Fulton, Ethan, Grayson, Owen and Collin, sisters Ramona $100, $13Linda, hst = $113 Burke, Lillian Floodplus (Gerry), brothers-in-law Jim, Bill (Patty), Don (Beverly), George (Cheryl) and Terry, sisters-in-law Donna (Bob), Sandy and email Darlene (Chris), Any changes please many nieces and nephews, and lifelong friends. sun@southpointsun.ca Ken was born in Windsor, Ontario, and moved to Hunta, Ontario, as a child whereThanks. he spent his youth. He left Hunta as a young teen to find employment, which led him to Leamington where he met his wife Carol and started his family and a successful auto wrecking business. In 1977, he sold the business and moved the family to Hunta and shifted his career path to farm equipment sales. He retired at an early age and spent many years enjoying fishing and hunting and the outdoors.

A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Irvine & Irvine Funeral Home, 705-272-3239.

Share online condolences and memories at irvineandirvinefuneralhome.com

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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Nature Fresh expands Ohio operations LEAMINGTON — Nature Fresh Farms has confirmed the expansion of their Ohio operations, increasing their organic

acreage, as well as plans to build a new distribution centre.

The property expansion will include doubling the

Steve Impens Steve Impens passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at the age of 59.

Husband of Kelly (nee Franklin). Son of Evelyn and Neil (Casey) Impens. Brother of Tim (Irene) and Sandra Price (Brad).

Beloved wisecracking uncle to Taylor, Derek, Cade, Dane and Aliya. Fondly remembered by the Franklin family, band mates and friends.

Steve “OO Soul” will be forever known for his musical gifts. He once wrote, “Take the good with the bad, always smilin’ never sad. Put your feet back on the ground, a good beat will turn that frown around. There’ll be sad times, there’ll be bad times, but the music gets you through.”

There will be no service at this time. A Memorial Party to celebrate Steve’s life will be arranged at a later date.

A “Go Fund Me” page will be set up with donations presented to an addiction and rehabilitation centre in our area.

Everyone is encouraged to share a story or their words of comfort online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

greenhouse acreage from the current 45 acres to 90, with the future extension to be dedicated to yearround organics.

This new greenhouse allows the company to expand organics program using state of the art tech to grow tomatoes and

Mary Klym Mary Klym, 89 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Erie Shores HealthCare Proof of obituary to run in Leamington.

Beloved wife of the late Metro “Metz” Klym (1970) and dear22, special September 2021 friend of the late David “Poncho” Anderson. Loving Southpoint Sun mother of Joanne Dorman (late Gary), West Vancouver, $13 hst = $113 and Jim Klym $100, (Linda),plus Kingsville.

Adored grandmother of Dawn ( Jeff ) and Chad (Amy). Proud great-grandmother of Rya. Dear Any sister ofchanges the late Anne Bodnar (late Bill), late please email Raymond Worobetz ( Jean). Dear aunt to her nieces and sun@southpointsun.ca nephews. Special thank you to her niece Lucy Howe.

Thanks.

A private family graveside service took place at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, September 20, 2021.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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

peppers throughout the to begin the summer of 2022, with its completion year.

Over recent years, or- set for a year from then.

“This new expansion ganics have grown from a food trend to a foun- of our local Ohio facility dational expectation for will allow us to continue food brands in the fresh to support our customer produce industry, with needs and product dethe global health crisis mands,” said Vice-Presrefocusing consumer ident John Ketler. “This preferences towards nu- strategic move helps us tritional food and bev- to simplify logistics while erages that support a providing more efficient healthy diet and immune service taking our existing customer service to system.

“This U.S. expansion is the next level. We are also primarily due to the con- looking forward to the stantly growing demand extension of our organic of locally grown and or- program. With organic atganics from consumers. tributes already strongly We want to be the market impacting the market toleader in organic green- day, we will see it continhouse produce and this ue to grow in the future.”

Originally breaking will strengthen our posiof obituary ground to in run Delta, Ohio, tion,” saidProof Matt Quiring, Director of Sales. “We’re in 2015, this was Nature devoting more space in Fresh Farms’ first facility 22, 2021 across the Canadian Ohio to better September serve our built customers a moreSouthpoint consis- border, Suncreating more than Over the past tently flavourful $100,organic plus $13200 hstjobs. = $113 six years, Nature Fresh offering.”

In addition to the in- Farms has experienced rapid growth crease in organics, Nature please Any changes email leading to this new greenhouse and Fresh Farms will also be sun@southpointsun.ca building a 60,000 square warehouse expansion in Thanks.

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Kingsville’s Terry Fox Run a success

By Marilyn Farnworth Terry Fox’s 41st anniversary virtual run in Kingsville on Sunday, September 19 was another beautiful sunny day and a successful fundraiser.

Thanks to all the Kingsville participants and donors who raised $7,696 for cancer research.

This is an example of what can be done when a community rallies together for a common cause – ‘Kingsville Strong’.

Kudos to the MFit team of Adrian and Marilyn Farnworth, Beth Ann Meloche and Heidi Sales who raised a whopping $5,411 in pledges this year.

Congratulations also to Emily Bezaire for surpassing her fundraising goal, collecting $1,125 in pledges. Emily ran the

Windsor Riverfront Trail from the Ambassador Bridge to Hiram Walker.

If you didn’t get a chance to support the Kingsville site, you can still donate at www.terryfox.ca/terryfoxrun/kingsville.

A shout-out goes out to Aaron Nixon at Main Street Pharmacy for his annual participation in our run.

It’s ironic that due to a pandemic, we were forced, like Terry, to set out on our own or in a small group of family and friends, to walk, run, bike or do an activity of our own choice. Hence, the theme ‘One Day, Your Way’.

This is my 41st year of participating and I still get emotional thinking of Terry and his legacy. This was also a difficult year for me in that I officially

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42nd annual Apple Festival goes virtual this weekend RUTHVEN — Once again, due to continued safety concerns with COVID-19, the 2021 Ruthven Apple Festival will be presented again in a virtual format scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday, September 25-26.

All the proceeds raised through this format will continue to go towards purchasing or maintaining accessible vehicles to help people with intellectual disabilities more fully participate in the community.

“We are very excited to be able to celebrate our annual event and continue to provide fans of the festival with many of its popular elements”, states Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations with Community Living Essex County.

The 2021 virtual Ruthven Apple Festival will again appeal and reach out to all age groups.

Events will include pre-recorded and livestreamed events like the annual Apple Peeling contest to be held on Fri-

day night at 7pm, entertainment, a virtual classic car show, and a cooking class. As well, a variety of pies will be available to purchase online.

“We have aimed to try and recreate the popular festival experience with virtual vendors and entertainment,” states DeSantis.

Visit the event online at: https://communitylivingessex.org/events/ruthven-apple-festival/

The annual Ruthven Apple Festival attracts thousands to Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens every fall and in its 41 year history has raised well over one million dollars in support of Community Living Essex County.

Look for more details and announcements on social media regarding the 2021 Virtual Ruthven Apple Festival on September 25-26.

FAMILIES ENJOY WEEKEND BASH AT JACK MINER KINGSVILLE — The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary played host to a Family Weekend Bash on September 17, 18 and 19. Friday night featured outdoor movie night with a double feature of Fly Away Home and Twister. Saturday night was music night with the No Drama Band, John Flood, Tune Squad and Jody Raffoul. The event attracted hundreds and was a free event, with donations gladly accepted. Above, several children eagerly awaiting the start of the movies Friday were greeted by Honkers, the Jack Miner Foundation’s mascot.

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Family Fuse hosting online fundraiser ESSEX COUNTY – Family Fuse is a group that supports Black Canadian families, guardians, caregivers and children

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The group is hosting an online fundraiser for all ages, The Movement

Marathon, from September 24-26 featuring 12 fun events in four-hour time slots, such as Zumba, yoga, HITT training and

more.

Supporters can sign up individually or as a team, with prizes to be won in each category.

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Donations can be made by e-transfer or cheque.

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CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 This is a week to sit back and slow down.

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

County approves holiday for truth and reconcilliation

Guests take part in a Tai Chi class as part of the recent open house at the Kingsville Community Centre.

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Kingsville Community Centre holds open house KINGSVILLE — The Kingsville Community Centre officially re-opened with an open house on Tuesday, September 14.

The open house ushered in the fall programs for the centre.

Prior to the pandemic, the centre had been offering up to 30 programs with about 15 community agencies involved.

The centre began operation in 2016.

“New friendships are formed, emotional stories told of life before the

centre,” said Program Director Kim DeYong. “New residents connecting with local services and most amazing is the enthusiasm for life and sense of community as many once again use their talents through the gift of volunteering.”

The centre is open Tuesdays and Thursday with hopes to add more programs soon.

Visit kingsvillecentre.com for more information.

By Ron Giofu REGIONAL — Essex County council has approved the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a paid holiday for all county employees.

County council approved making Sept. 30 a paid holiday for staff, falling in line with legislation the federal government passed in June. The recommendation was approved during a virtual meeting of county council held last Wednesday evening.

A report from director of human resources Kristie Cronin: “Named the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30 is meant to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools where tens of thousands of First Nations children were taken from their families and forced to attend classes that separated them from their culture. The designation of this day is in response to one of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and is meant to honour survivors, their families, and communities. It also ensures the ongoing commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools will remain a vital part of the reconciliation process. This new designated paid holiday applies to federally regulated public and private sectors — specifically, the federal public service and employers subject to the Canada Labour Code.”

Cronin told council county the recom-

mendation was presented for “several reasons” including that the need has never been greater to listen and learn about our history, the county can be a leader by recognizing this day, employees can attend community events and there is federal holiday language in collective agreements with the Teamsters and CUPE. Educational resources would be provided to employees as well as information about any community events that employees would be welcome to attend.

“We do believe strongly in this day to honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis survivors,” said Cronin.

Sept. 30 will be recognized each year as a paid holiday for County of Essex employees, she noted. Cronin also stated by declaring this a holiday for county employees, “we demonstrate a resounding commitment to the reconciliation process.”

It is anticipated that the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will have an impact on the 2021 approved budget. It is expected that an unbudgeted net cost of approximately $150,000 will be incurred. These amounts were not included in the 2021 budget and would be funded by the Rate Stabilization Reserve if departmental deficits occur,” Cronin stated as part of her written report to county council.

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Vanessa Calva Ruiz, Consul to Mexico, raises the Mexican flag, while Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald looks on.

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Mexican flag raised to honour independence

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — A beautiful sunny day greeted those in attendance at the flag raising ceremony to mark Mexico’s Independence Day, at the foot of the promenade at Leamington Lakeside Marina on Wednesday,

September 15.

New Mexican Consul for Leamington, Vanessa Calva Ruiz, partnered with Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald to raise the Mexican flag, which remained in place for the remainder of the week.

The Latin Power Band,

made up of agricultural workers from various farms in the area, entertained with a few Mexican standards, including the Mexican national anthem.

Mayor MacDonald spoke briefly to those gathered at the ceremony.

“We put our arms around you in friendship,” she said.

Consul Calva Ruiz thanked the municipality for the warm welcome and the recognition of their independence from Spain.

“I’m absolutely thrilled

to enjoy this gorgeous day, celebrating the independence of Mexico,” she said. “Viva la Mexico!”

Mexico was part of the Spanish Empire until 1810. On the evening of September 15, priest Miguel Hidalgo motivated the people to fight for

their freedom.

E l e v e n - y e a r s - l a t e r, Spain signed an agreement to recognize Mexico’s independence.

A celebration was held on Sunday, September 12 at Seacliff Park.

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GREENHOUSE WORKER POSITIONS AVAILABLE - Job duties include winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, ability to distinguish between colours, working with sprayer, clipping, suckering, lowering, deleafing, grading and transplanting crops, sorting, packing and stacking produce, detecting disease in crop, greenhouse clean-up and other duties as assigned. Job requires standing bending, kneeling for long periods of time, and working under hot, dusty, humid conditions. Fastpace environment, work under pressure, repetitive tasks, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, hand-eye coordination Sitting, combination of sitting, standing & walking, standing for extended periods. Location - rural area, working at heights in dusty, hot and humid conditions. $14.39 per hour, minimum 48 - 60 hours/week including weekends. Permanent full time seasonal position.

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PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation.

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Southpoint Trivia HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Welcome to Southpoint Trivia!

This feature may be included in the Southpoint Sun from time-to-time, giving our readers an opportunity to test their general knowledge and have some fun. Each round will get a little more difficult than the previous one. GOOD LUCK! 1. This famous tennis tournament was first played in 1877.

2. What online email service is owned by Microsoft?

3. What is the capital of Spain?

4. Which player has the first move in chess?

5. What did the crocodile in Peter Pan swallow?

6. Zurich is the largest city in what country?

7. Name the worlds biggest island.

8. This playwright was born on April 23, 1564.

9. What is the only Amercian state that begins with the letter P? 10. “My bologna has a first name, it’s _ _ _ _ _.” Fill in the blank

ROUND TWO 1. This insect can lift 50 times its weight.

2. What colour is Absynthe?

3. In what state did the first official American baseball game take place?

4. How many phases of the moon are there?

5. Who won the 1921 Nobel Peace Prize for physics?

6. How many wings does a bee have?

7. Hg is the chemical symbol of which element?

8. In what city is the Doors’ Jim Morrison buried?

9. What is Chandler’s last name in the TV show Friends?

10. What city was Beethoven born in?

ANSWERS

ROUND THREE 1. What two celebrities did Madonna kiss at the 2003 VMA awards?

2. Globe and Jerusalem are types of what edible thistle?

3. Who invented the rabies vaccine?

4. What is the name of the family from 7th Heaven?

5. What flavour is Cointreau?

6. Paella is the national dish of what country?

7. What year did the Titanic movie come out?

8. What does http stand for?

9. What is the medical term for bad breath?

10. In which video game did Super Mario first appear?

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ROUND ONE

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Memories of...

Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley

Dusting off the memories Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs A former Leamington resident es-for sale as well caped serious injury on August 31 whenas providing his log salvage boat exploded and trig-a luncheon Speed gered a $1 million fire near New West-menu. boat rides minster, B.C. Ralph Cummings movedwere available to the west coast just last summer. Hisfrom the Cedar boat caught fire in the harbour and heBeach Drug Store for 50 and a companion narrowly escaped.cents a ride The boat drifted to a nearby wharf andfor summer exploded, sparking a fire considered thevisitors renting a cabin or for worst in the city’s history. cottagers not owning a boat.

—— Leamington District Secondary SchoolThe boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in student council executive chose theirthe late 1940s or early 1950s.

Looking back at 1978-79 From the Wheatley Journal September 28, 1978 Just because the inaugrual season for the Wheatley Lawnbowling Club was a complete success, is no reason for the members to rest on their laurels. The 1978 season was cut short to allow for an early start to next season. Club President James Reid explained that it will require a great deal of work each year to the next few years, to shape the Wheatley greens into the condition that he’d like it to be.

—— The Wheatley Juniors dropped a heartbreaking 4-3 decision to Cobourg last Saturday in Hamilton. It was the deciding game of the OBA Junior ‘C’ playoffs. The game featured a great catch by Wheatley’s Tim Mercer when he raced out to centre field in the eighth inning to haul in a fly ball over his head. Roger Lamb, Kevin Watson and John MacKinnon shared the pitching duties for Wheatley. MacKinnon also contributed at the plate with a pair of hits. Dale Dawson, Rick Robinson, Mercer, Watson, Greg Misener and Jerry Omstead also had hits.

—— The final club match of the year at Talbot Trail was decided on Sunday when Greg Harvey won over Bob McLean in the handicap finals.

—— John and Sadi Buchan will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on October 8. The family will honour them with a gathering at the K of C Hall in Tilbury.

—— The children of Mr. and Mrs. Don Harris of Chestnut Street, would like to invite family and friends to an open house on Sunday between 2 and 5 pm as they celebrate their parents’ 25th anniversary.

From the Leamington Post September 26, 1979 Tenders will be called next week on a $1.2 million program of renovations at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

Installation of air conditioning throughout the building is the major part of the project, supplemented by window replacement in older parts of the hospital.

—— Leamington residents had an average income of $9,424 in 1977, according to Revenue Canada. About 7,186 Leamington residents paid taxes on a total income of $96,160,000 overall.

—— Starlings and blackbirds were under the gun at last Monday’s council meeting. Reeve John Penner told council that numerous complaints have been received about the birds — particularly where they are roosting. Both Penner and Councillor Art Kelly agreed there are some streets where it’s not safe to walk under certain trees. Council authorized that some of the birds be shot under police department supervision.

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cabinet members last week. Grade 9 will be represented by Fred Mattei, while Grade 10’s vote is Charles Sarkis and Joey Sheik. Grade 11 will be represented by Rob Bradt, Sharon Lowes and Duff McDonald. Grade 12 choices are Melanie Dawson, Tony Gossmann, Debbie Jones, Kim Rhoads and Phil Wiper.

Grade 13 reps are Fedela Cacciavillani, Theresa Koppert and Toni Ligori.

—— Three players took home top honours at the Leamington Ladies Lobball League wrapped up its season. The Rookie of the Year award went to Terri Robinson of the Legion team, who led the league in home runs and also played all positions. The MVP for this year was Jo-Anne Reffle of Muntz. The playoff MVP was Bonnie Meloche of the Abbey Stingers. A special presentation was also given to the league’s chief umpire Tim Moore. Each team was also asked to name its own MVP. Ingrid Massong from Feminine Touch, Vickie Sim of Village Inn, Patti Fischer of Pelee Motor Inn, Kathy Merle of the Legion, Jo-Anne Reffle of Muntz and Yvonne Peters of The Abbey were also honoured.

The T W Wride General Store, located on the southeast corner of the Arner Townline and County Road 20, was owned by several proprietors, starting with a Mr. Riddell and ending with Sidney Abbott.

In 1940, Mr Abbott movedshisPast business as storekeeper andScott postmaster across the road A Look at Leamington’ courtesy of C. Holland to the northeast corner into a new building, eventually to be replaced by the Arner Stop.

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

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

Transport 17 - This was the scene during September 2009 as the H. J. Heinz Co. received its yearly haul of local tomatoes. The scene has changed little since then although Highbury Canco does not process as many tonnes as Heinz did. At the time the Heinz Co. had 48 farmers from the tri-county area supplying the tomatoes.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

From the Kingsville Reporter September 26, 1979 Controversy continues to surface over alleged offensive odours coming from Jack Bechard’s Poultry Farm on Division Rd. North. A very irate neighbour, Jack Febel, appeared before Gosfield South Township Council on Monday evening to voice his complaint. He claims that the odour is quite offensive and that building standards require a poultry barn to be at least 300 feet from already existing buildings. Febel says he has a September 1991 - Tennis Awards - The Ladies and Mens Singles Champions were determined right to fresh air, just like anyone else. on the weekend when the Wheatley Area Tennis Club finished their season. Left to right: Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall —— Ladies runner-up Shelley Beleutz, Ladies Champ Jackie Tiborcz, Mens Champ Pete Driedger, young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If Kingsville percussionist Tim “funkyand these Mens runner-up Jim McLean. Tiborcz won her title over Beleutz 6-1, 6-3. Driedger bested else, it’s a quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle!

Fred” Gibson, along with saxophonistnothing McLean in a close match 7-6 and 6-4.

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Judy Depassio will take to the road in October on a six library tour of Southwestern Ontario. The group will perform a 45-minute routine called Themes in Unity.

—— About 70 enthusiastic kids are enrolled in hockey school at the Kingsville 170 OAK ST. W. LEAMINGTON Gosfield South Arena this week. The school is run by Bob LaFleur, Jim Banko 1-877-511-2927 • 519-326-9052 and Mike Jubenville. www.leamingtonchrysler.com

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The Dirty Farmers pose for a team photo, complete with the next generation of baseball players included.

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Farmers win their first Southpoint Lobball title WHEATLEY — It took 16 years, but the Dirty Farmers finally won the championship of the Southpoint Men’s Lobball League.

In the wind-up tournament this past weekend, the Farmers took the long way home as they came from the loser’s side of the bracket to beat the Car Barn twice in the final.

The Farmers — who finished first in the regular season — beat the Bangerz in their first game, then lost to the Car Barn in game two. Car Barn had just upset The Dawgs in earlier action and by virtue of their two wins, got a bye into the final on Sunday.

The Farmers met up with the Dawgs Sunday morning and edged them to reach the final.

The tall task at-hand was to beat the Car Barn twice in the double-knockout format.

They did that handily as the bats got going in game one with a 16-7 victory, which deflated the upstart Car Barn squad.

In game two, the Farmers jumped out to a 6-3 lead and never looked back, exploding for five more runs on route to a 14-4 victory and the championship.

Team members included Scott Dresser, Jordyn Drummond, Cody Cabral, Craig Howe, Wes

Wright, Adam Howe, Dylan Montague, Aaron

Hutchinson, Tyler Dominato, Jason Ottley, Steve

Wenzler, Josh Brett Cobby,

Coulter, Trevor

Grieve, Derek Couto and Evan Tofflemire.

——Harness Round-up——

By Nathan Bain Records were made to be broken and this past Sunday, September 19 at Leamington Raceway, some exciting milestones were achieved.

This 10-race card was full of competitive races and talented athletes providing non-stop excitement for the fans.

Once again, the total handle exceeded $41,000 from both fans on track and online wagering sites, showing that this small-town track can

punch above its weight.

The first milestone of the day came in Race 4 with the winner (#5) Mister X, who captured his 50th lifetime win. Mister X made the front at the start and didn’t look back once, dominating the field.

The 10-year-old son of Mister Big is owned by Blue Shoe Investments, trained by Tyler Nostadt and was driven by Tyler Borth, the track’s 2nd leading driver.

The second milestone

came in Race 8, the featured event of the day, and this was by far the best looking race of the card.

The favourite, Sports Icon, made the lead and put up blistering fractions the entire way to win the race and even fought off a late push from Dreaming Out Loud, with a time of 1:56.2. That mile was a track record for aged pacing mares at Leamington Raceway, breaking a fairly recent record

set by Lady Natasha a few weeks back.

Sports Icon was driven by leading driver Garrett Rooney, and is owned and trained by Marc LePage of Leamington.

Fans and horsepeople will be following to see where Sports Icon goes next.

Live racing returns Sunday September 26 with a 1 pm post. For those who cannot attend you can watch and wager on hpibet.com.

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Flyers top LaSalle

WRAPPING UP THE LAWN BOWLING SEASON

Leamington Lawn Bowling Club hosted its last tournament of the season on Thursday September 16. Teams from Tilbury, Ridgetown and the home club competed in a threegame mixed pair tournament. In first place was the team of John and Gloria Fantin. Placing second was the team of Ron Little and Shirley Boggs, and third place went to Brian and Gloria Doidge. Both 50/50 prizes were won by the Leamington club’s Alf Fischer.

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Erie Ramblers results WHEATLEY — The Erie Ramblers Motorcycle Club held Thunderfest September 11-12 and here are the results.

Open Expert — 1.

Dustin Brown, 2. Dave Pouliot, 3. Tyler Sequin, 4. Brodie Buchan, 5. Don Taylor, 6. Luke Rahm, 7.

Cody Marentette, 8. Brandon Sequin, 9. Dustin Lambert, 10. Clayton Isherwood.

DTX Expert — 1. Dustin Brown, 2. Tyler Sequin, 3.

Don Taylor, 4 Cody Marenette, 5. Luke Rahm, 6.

Jarrett Phibbs, 7. Dustin Lambert, 8. Clayton Isher-

wood, 9. Brent Thompson.

Open Intermediate — 1.

Boyd Deadman, 2. Roderick Scott, 3. Taia Little, 4. Justin Crumb, 5. Logan Wilson, 6. Mack Willms, 7. Kyle Shepherd, 8. Jesse Isherwood, 9. Wayne Young.

DTX Intermediate — 1.Boyd Deadman, 2. Ty Rahm, 3. Roderick Scott, 4. Taia Little, 5. Logan Wilson, 6. Mack Willms, 7. Kyle Sheppard, 8. Jesse Isherwood, 9. Justin Crumb.

Open Novice —1.Tyler Thompson, 2. Adrian St. Amand, 3. Kyle Steele, 4.

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Greg Hodovick, 8. Daryl Ross.

Vintage Open — 1. Justin Crumb, 2. Trent Pickle, 3. Glen Brown, 4. Chris Murray, 5. Bill Harrett.

Vintage Lites — 1. Glen Brown, 2. Abi Harrett, 3.

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By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — What a difference a week makes, especially if you are watching the Leamington Flyers.

Last Thursday night, Sept. 16, the Flyers completed the home portion of their exhibition season by beating the LaSalle Vipers 5-3, then travelled to Chatham on Sunday, where they lost a heartbreaker 5-4.

They will open the 2021/22 season on the road on Friday, Sept. 24 against the St. Marys Lincolns and then have their home opener on Thursday, Sept. 30 versus the LaSalle Vipers.

Anytime the Flyers play the Vipers, hard work is part of the key to a gaining a victory.

The addition of defenseman Colton O’Brien, forward Wyatt O’Neil and goalie Ryan Polidori helped bolster the team.

But it wasn’t only the experience and leadership offered by these three, there were spirited plays provided by Ryan and Connor MacPherson, Nolan McKibbin, Gabe Piccolo and Gavin Grundner. It was a good group effort, as every player in the lineup contributed.

The contest featured plenty of good body-

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checking and occasional miscues but it was Leamington’s two goaltenders who showed the fans why the Flyers will be a highly competitive team.

Vet Ryan Polidori started, and midway through the contest Boe Piroski came in to show his talent. Polidori stopped 14 of 16 shots, while Piroski sparkled halting 7 of 8 in the 5-3 win.

The Vipers attacked the Flyers immediately out of the gate, and near the three-minute mark, Andrew Potevski put LaSalle ahead with a close shot while standing near Polidori’s doorstep.

The Vipers pressured the Flyers and appeared to have scored a second marker at 6:45, but the goal was negated.

The Flyers’ offense jumped into gear at 14:10 when Gabe Piccolo hooked a pass to Connor MacPherson. MacPherson riveted a right lane shot that slipped past Viper goalie Nicholas Bolton. About 90 seconds later, Wyatt O’Neil found Gavin Grundner who blasted a shot that rose high and beyond Bolton’s outstretched glove and the Flyers had a 2-1 edge.

That lead didn’t last long, however, as time was running out in the opening frame. Viper Drew Booker tabbed the tying goalie on a scramble play around the net.

The game’s physicality escalated in the second as both teams showed their hitting abilities. But the Flyers’ ability to play smart defensive hockey, along with crisp passing and some timely shooting, vaulted them into a 4-2 lead.

At 14:23, Seth Martineau and Sylvain Lessard gave Connor McCracken a shot on net and McCracken unleashed a rocket which bounced off Bolton’s goalie stick and into the net, returning the Flyers’ lead.

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On the heels of that play, Grundner set up Ryan Blackburn who tucked the Flyers’ fourth tally into an open right side.

Early in the third, the Vipers applied pressure as Brody Gillis’ shot sailed over Piroski’s glove, but that was the extent of the damage the Vipers would do. Things got a bit testy a few times during the reminder of the game, but nothing more than a couple minor coincidentals were handed out.

The Flyers tabbed an insurance goal at 11:40 when O’Neil and Blackburn set up Koen Taves’ long drive.

The Vipers lifted Bolton for an extra attacker with 45 seconds left, but were unable to penetrate the Flyers zone for any length in order to generate any output.

Compared to the effort from the opening exhibition, the Flyers are making good progress and are starting to gel as a cohesive unit. Puck control and creativeness once again are main features of this year’s team. How good they will be is yet unknown but these early indications are they will be hard to beat in their own arena.

In Chatham on Sunday afternoon, the Flyers played a superb first half and suffered mainly because of a defensive lapse after the game’s halfway point. The final was 5-4 in Chatham’s favor.

During that five minute span, they allowed the Maroons three goals that cost them the lead.

Ryan Polidori started and his teammates had built a convincing 3-1 lead thanks to a strong defensive effort which included plenty of bodychecking. But Boe Piroski faced an onslaught of Chatham pressure upon entering the contest and did not get much initial defensive support. He surrendered three goals and a fourth during the game’s final minute. That last marker stood as the eventual game-winner.

Scoring for the Flyers were Ryan MacPherson, who tabbed the first two, Connor MacPherson and Gavin Grundner who got the tying tally at 14:55 of the third.

Cam Symons’ hattrick paced the Maroons, while Evan Wells and Connor Paronuzzi fired singles.

Symons’ third was Chatham’s fifth for a 5-4 final.

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Super Ethan’s Steps holding seventh annual event KINGSVILLE — The 7th annual Super Ethan’s Steps will take place on Sunday, September 26.

Once again, the event will be virtual with a virtual raffle table included on this year’s slate.

All of the proceeds will go directly to the Pediatric Oncology Unit.

Ethan Abdul-Massih began his cancer journey just before his second birthday. He was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in January 2014.

Ethan went through over three years of treatments and procedures to combat his Leukemia.

“He completed treatment in April 2017 and we are happy and grateful to note that he is doing

well for the most part,” said his mom, Nicole.

Ethan is now in Grade 4 and enjoys many activities such as hockey, soccer, science, videogames, swimming and spending time with his family and friends.

“My husband Charlie and I started this fundraiser initially as our way of saying thank you to the medical teams and organizations who helped our son (and ourselves, frankly) throughout Ethan’s cancer journey, as well as to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer,” said Nicole.

“We learned quickly that so many children and families are affected by childhood cancer, even at a local level, in so many

different ways,” she added.

Yet, childhood cancer is looked at by many as a rare disease, when in fact it is the leading cause of death for children.

For the past few years, the Abdul-Massihs have focused their fundraising efforts on supporting the Pediatric Oncology Unit at Windsor Regional Hospital.

“This was a home away from home for our family for years,” said Nicole.

“Ethan spent many days, nights and weeks there throughout his treatment.”

This year, they are hoping to raise enough funds to update some medical equipment in the unit, as well as provide some new

electronics (Ethan’s favourite) and activities, gas cards and meal vouchers for families admitted or travelling to London and Toronto. They also hope to supply end-of-treatment gifts and therapeutic items to help children ease their fears during hospital visits.

In addition, the Abdul-Masshis are also hoping to fund the Chemo Duck Program which is an educational resource that supports children and their families throughout their childhood cancer journey and helps alleviate stress and anxiety.

Over the years, Super Ethan’s Steps has raised over $60,000 to assist children and families affected by childhood cancer.

“We have a lot of goals but our hope is to reach as many people as we can to help raise awareness for childhood cancer and provide some comfort, care and smiles for children and families affected by it in our Windsor-Essex community,” says Nicole.

You can find more in-

formation on our Super Ethan’s Steps Facebook Page or by visiting www. superethanssteps.com.

You can register online at the same website (online registrations will be accepted until Sept 26).

“We are also grateful for any and all monetary donations made,” added Nicole.

Talbot Trail Seniors continue to inspire

By Bob McLean On September 14, there were 57 Talbot Trail seniors league members who participated. Congratulations to Bryon Walker who achieved his best Tuesday score, a very praiseworthy 45. Bob Lee continued his fine play.

In the under 70 division, Arkey took first place with a masterful 37. Joe Drummond came in with an impressive 40. Three players who earned excellent 42s were Phil Humphries, Fred Michano and Russell Alliett. Shannon “the cannon” Wiper shot a 44. Other solid results were produced by these players: Fuzzy 45, Nasher 46, Gerry Van Deven 47. Youngster Larry Hyatt earned a 49. Both Dan

and Ed had very commendable results.

Russell Alliett won the CP when his scintillating shot ended up only a few feet from #9 pin. The master putter was Bill Ward who won the LP on #2. There were only 5 birdies: #3 Fred Michano, #4 Bryon Walker, #5 Dave LaBonte, #6 Joe Drummond, #8 Arkey.

In the 80-85 year division, guest Henry Hildebrandt fired an impressive 44. Tarciscio played superbly as he scored a terrific 45. Other praiseworthy results were by: Eugene 49, Terry 51, Gus 52, Neil and Ken 53s.

Andy and Conrad were only a few shots back.

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niors continue to inspire all of us. In the Silver division, Tom Hyatt fired a terrific 45. Bob Freure and Ed Woelk scored very impressive scores of 46 and 47 respectively. Walter produced a solid nifty 50, and Bill Edwards followed close behind with his satisfying result.

In the Gold grouping, Dave LaBonte continued his exceptional play by shooting a dazzling 41.

Carl placed second with his spectacular 44. Gerry Becigneul shot a superb nifty 50. Erle and Murray achieved very commendable 52 and 56 results respectively.

In the 70-79 division Bill Ward’s masterful 38 led this group. Rick Thomp-

son scored an excellent 40.

Al Zanuttini was on fire as he shot a very impressive 42. Solid scores of 43, 44 and 45 were produced by Al Matthews, Bobo and OV respectively. Under fifty results were scored by these players: Richard and Rick 47s; Mac, Doug, Bummy and Nick 48s; Schmidty and Dave Dibbley 49s. Ray earned a praiseworthy nifty 50.

Other players with satisfying results: Jerry, Ed Regehr, Dave Cohoon, Wayne, Gary, John and Dave Chambers.

Dutchy actually came in first with a spectacular 35.

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Sunday, September 12th, The Migrant Worker Community Program with the help of community sponsors, held the Festival of Guest Nations at Seacliff Park. The festival is a community-wide event that shows appreciation for the many International Guest Workers who work alongside local farmers to provide Canadians with fresh nutritious food.

The event brings people together to celebrate the cultures of International Guest Workers who come to our community from the Caribbean, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, the Philippines, and more. The family-friendly event had music, giveaways, clowns and balloon animals for the kids, as well as pinatas and raffles for all those in attendance.

With COVID-19 protocols in place, it was one of the first times since the pandemic began that we could bring the community and International Workers together for an evening of entertainment and fun.

One of the highlights of the evening was hearing

The Latin Power Band. This group of musicians came together to use their love of music as a means of coping with being alone and away from their loved ones. Now they are an exceptional 13 piece musical ensemble, and they were a wonderful piece to an outstanding evening.

The Festival of Guest Nations was one of the first times they were able to play for an audience. International Guest Workers are vital to the Canadian Agriculture sector and events such as these help to welcome them in the the community, as well as provide a taste of home to help with the home-sick feelings of being away.

Missing this year was the inclusion of the local restaurants and food trucks that specialize in cuisine from all around the world! Our community is fortunate to have so many rich and diverse cultures and celebrating guest workers is another way that we can celebrate what makes Leamington and the surrounding areas such a wonderful place to work and live. As we continue to work towards putting the pandemic behind us, we

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