November 1, 2017

HOCKEY STICKS ON SALE

Goodfellows seek volunteers for Christmas Baskets

By Bryan Jessop

A Leamington-based service club is reminding residents that the time of year is fast approaching where the donation of time is as crucial as the donation of goods.

The Leamington Goodfellows will soon be accepting applications from families in need of support in making the holiday season a more enjoyable time of the year and with the need for assistance comes the need for volunteers. Bill Slater, secretary with the Leamington Goodfellows, explained that in a typical year, between 185 and 200 families from across urban and rural Leamington request support during the Christmas season through the organization’s annual Christmas Basket campaign. Applications for assistance are made throughout the month of November at the Leamington Municipal Centre at 111 Erie St. North on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The requests for assistance has been addressed in Leamington since the 1970s through the Leamington District Secondary School annual one-day can drive, a program pitting graduatingage boys against girls with a community-wide collection of monetary and non-perishable food item donations. The Goodfellows require a team of volunteers to take on an assortment of tasks involving the yearly LDSS charitable drive, from the arrangement of baskets to be filled and loaded onto skids to the door-to-door delivery

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ESHC promo videos hit the big screen

By Bryan Jessop

A combination of health care and Hollywood has made its way to Leamington.

The Erie Shores Health Foundation and Your TV have joined forces to create two 30-minute promotional videos highlighting the services and programming available to patients at Erie Shores HealthCare, formerly Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

The two videos document the firsthand accounts of six patients, who share and describe their recent experiences at ESHC via recorded interview processes. Each of the six interviews were recorded at the local hospital on Wednesday, July 12 as a remote shoot by a full crew from Your TV, formerly known as Cogeco TV.

Four of the six participating patients, referred to by the

Erie Shores Health Foundation as ambassadors, were able to attend the premier screening of the videos at Imagine Cinemas at 84 Talbot St. East in Leamington on Wednesday, Oct. 25. The event was attended by about 70 guests including sponsors, ambassador family members and friends and various community partners as well as ESHF and Your TV representatives.

“I’m a little nervous about seeing it, since I was nervous about doing it,” said ambassador-patient Mary Friesen upon arrival to the premier with family members.

The process of making arrangements for and planning the videos was about a year-and-a-half in the making and will be aired on Your TV later this month. The first of two videos will appear Saturday, Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. and Monday,

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AT LEFT: Erie Shores Health Foundation marketing coordinator Melissa Hunter welcomes ambassador Larry Roberts to Imagine Cinemas Leamington Wednesday, Oct. 25 for the screening of two videos produced by Your TV. The videos were recorded in July as promotional tools for services and programming at Erie Shores HealthCare.

BELOW: Guests to a screening of two Erie Shores Health Foundation videos view the premier showing at Theatre 3 at Imagine Cinemas Leamington Wednesday, Oct. 25. (SUN Photos)

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Accepting the award of behalf of the entire Leamington Area Family Health Team are, left to right, Linda Thiessen-Belch (LAFHT Nurse Educator), Lisa Durocher (LAFHT Clinical Lead) and Bill Baker (LAFHT Executive Director). (Photo submitted)

Hearing Professional Makes Hearing Healthcare More

Accessible with Out Clinic

Brandy Breault, Hearing Instrument Specialist at ListenUP! Canada

Brandy Breault is a Hearing Instrument Specialist from ListenUP! Canada who recognizes the need for more accessible hearing healthcare in Leamington. ListenUP! Canada has a hearing healthcare clinic at 313 Main St. E in Kingsville that is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 - 4:30, but for some in Leamington, this may be a distance to travel. So, every other Monday, Breault drives to the Leamington out clinic at the South Essex Community Council at 215 Talbot Street East to provide free, no obligation hearing tests, a broad selection of brand-name, digital hearing aids and assistive listening devices at affordable prices,tings, cleanings and repairs. These out clinic services

help those who need hearing healthcare, but are unable to travel to the nearest clinic to get the help they need.

“I basically offer the same hearing healthcare services provided at any other clinic location,” says Breault. “People may not have a driver’s license. A clinic may be too far for people to travel outside of Leamington. People may not be well enough to travel and it may be easier for loved ones to bring them to a clinic closer to home.”

While completing her Speech and Language Sciences degree at Brock University, Breault took some audiology courses that sparked her interest in the

pursue a career in audiology and obtained her Hearing Instrument Specialist diploma from Conestoga College. Breault started her student placement with ListenUP! Canada in 2014 and has been with the company ever since – helping clients treat their hearing loss and reconnect with the world around them.

Breault will be at the out clinic on Tuesday, November 7 th & 21 st from 8:30-4:30. To book an appointment, please call 1-888-364-5419.

LAFHT wins award for achievements in advanced care planning

At their annual conference Wednesday, October 25, the Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario (AFHTO) named winners of their annual Bright Lights Awards. Those receiving awards in seven categories are considered innovators who have improved primary care by making the most of their resources, strengthening interprofessional collaboration and building strong partnerships beyond their walls. This has resulted in better patient outcomes, better access and better experience of care.

Leamington and Area Family Health Team (LAFHT) was the winner of the category for Employing and Empowering the Patient and Caregiver Perspective. LAFHT was presented the award for their achievement in Changing the Culture Around Advance Care Planning (ACP) that is breaking taboos through an education program for patients, caregivers, families and the community, destigmatizing conversations around end-of-life care.

LAFHT Board Chair Bill Orawski, who attended the conference, immediately sent out congratulations on behalf of the Board of Directors to all staff expressing the Board’s appreciation: “On behalf of the Board of Directors for LAFHT it is with great pleasure that we acknowledge the achievement of this award to all staff and physicians for the excellence and dedication this team does every day with a patient centred approach in primary care.”

The team made it a priority in their FHT to address the need for culture change when it comes to having those difficult advance care planning conversations so that patient’s values, wishes and beliefs are followed when they can no longer speak for themselves. The team set about educating its partners, its patients and the community at large about advance care planning. Staff members stay up-to-date on changes to relevant laws with the help of two of LAFHT nurses delivering the ACP program, Lisa Durocher and Linda Thiessen-Belch, who serve on the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) committee for end-of-life care and planning, and Hospice Palliative Care Ontario’s community of practice champion’s network.

“We know that Advance Care Planning improves the experience of patients and their families, reduces caregiver trauma, increases the chance of being cared for in preferred setting and reduces unwanted interventions, treatments and hospitalizations,” said Lisa Durocher, LAFHT Clinical Lead. “The feedback we have received from our patients, community and other health care providers confirms that people really want to talk about this.”

Erie Shores HealthCare promo videos hit the big screen

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Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. The second video will air Thursday, Nov. 9 at 9 p.m. and Monday, Nov. 13 at 8:30 p.m. The local network will also play the two videos in following time slots as they become available.

“They’ve been incredibly generous with us,” said ESHF director Ross Barnwell of Your TV. “It’s come at no cost to the Foundation whatsoever. We’re always looking at new ways to promote services available at Erie Shores Health Care and this is an amazing way to do that.”

The premier event at Imagine Cinemas included red carpet treatment for am-

Goodfellows seek volunteers for Christmas Baskets

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This year’s can drive will take place Friday, Dec. 8 with a new drop off location. The Westmoreland Sales warehouse on Industrial Drive location that the Goodfellows have used for the past several years will be filled to capacity with peppers by the time the LDSS can drive takes place this year. For 2017, NatureFresh Farms has offered the use of its warehouse at 4 Seneca Drive as the location where goods can be dropped off by students and loaded into baskets by volunteers.

The Goodfellows will need volunteers on December 8 to sort non-perishable food donations into large apple bins by product type as they are dropped off by LDSS students. Assistance from members of the general public will also be required to set up baskets on Monday, Dec. 11.

“What’s great is that it’s one session and you’re done volunteering — it’s not something where you have to come out every week.”

- Bill Slater

The number of baskets to be filled usually ranges from 800 to 1,000, depending on the year’s number of families registered for the campaign. Smaller families receive three baskets each while larger families are given up to eight baskets each. Each family also receives a Christmas turkey.

Along with volunteers, students from LDSS will fill baskets on the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 12 with UMEI students taking over that afternoon. Baskets will be arranged in rows to quicken the loading process just prior to delivery. Some will be filled with items the Goodfellows purchase from Leamington Superstore using money donated to LDSS

students and from individuals and groups who receive letters from the group earlier in the year as well as from donation boxes dropped off at local banks.

Volunteers will also be required for delivery day — Saturday, Dec. 16 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The Goodfellows are hoping to see volunteers with pick up trucks step forward for the delivery of baskets from the Seneca Drive warehouse to the homes of recipient families.

“That’s the day we really need a lot of volunteers,” Slater explained. “Delivery is a fine-tuned machine that goes pretty quickly, but we can always use more help. What’s great is that it’s one session and you’re done volunteering — it’s not something where you have to come out every week.”

Anyone interested in volunteering their assistance with the Goodfellows Christmas Basket campaign can contact Slater at 519326-1573, Richard Stockwell at 519-326-2258 or Ron Haley at 519-322-4893.

“It’s always good to have new people on board,” said Slater. “The more people we have on board, the fewer trips that have to be made. Obviously there’s a need when we have 200 families. This is important to the community and we’re thankful it can go on year after year.”

bassadors and a compliment of snacks and beverages for guests — including popcorn — before, during and following the presentation of both videos in Theatre 3.

Barnwell and the ESHF approached Imagine Cinemas

Leamington manager Drew Smith with the request to have the videos screened at the local theatre and were pleased by the reception to the idea.

“Imagine Cinemas was very generous in the way they accommodated this concept,” Barnwell noted.

“They’ve been amazing for us — they didn’t hesitate to help us out and they made it a very authentic experience. It was nice to be able to do it like a real film premier.”

In both videos, ambassador-patients described and commented on services they experienced at ESHC ranging from obstetrics and diagnostic imaging to emergency treatment, end of life care and oncology. The recording of videos began early in the morning on July 12 and also featured Erie Shores Health Care staff members Lynn Higgins and Dr. Kenneth Ogah.

“It was a very busy day that took a lot of planning and scheduling,” explained ESHF marketing coordinator Melissa Hunter. “Fortunately, it all went very smoothly. We actually finished an hour ahead of schedule.”

From left to right, Sharon, Mary and George Friesen arrive at the premier video screening of two Erie Shores Health Foundation videos at Imagine Cinemas Leamington Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Mary Friesen was one of six ambassador-patients featured in one of the two half-hour videos recorded by Your TV as a promotional tool for services and programming at Erie Shores Health Care.

A scary Halloween

So another Halloween is upon us.

Or should I say Orange and Black Day?

As the old folks say, it just ain’t what it used to be. That’s too bad. We had such fun back in the ’60s and ’70s with Halloween.

The last couple years, since moving into our apartment in Leamington, we haven’t participated, other than buying some goodies for our grandchildren, who usually stop by to show us their costumes.

When we had our house, Deb and I enjoyed sitting out in the garage handing out candy to the trick-or-treaters.

I would inevitably dress up in some hideous mask and pretend I was a mannequin propped up in the chair, only to startle some of the teenage trick-or-treaters when they approached the candy bowl. Good times.

The practical joker aspect of my personality comes naturally.

Although I don’t remember him being that way, my Grandpa Ribble was said to be quite the teaser and joker.

My dad had a little bit of that in him too, and certainly my brothers and I have carried on the tradition, each in our own way.

So this year’s Halloween will be a non-issue.

Nobody in our building gives out candy to the kids, so nobody has ever buzzed us to say trick or treat.

I was hoping to change that this year, but a pesky angiogram got in the way.

As you read this, I’ll be at home (hopefully) recovering from said test.

I’d love to write a witty review of the angiogram as I did

for the colonoscopy back in July, but I’ll be happy just to get out of there alive.

Hey, maybe it’ll be a piece of cake and I’ll be doing cartwheels by this time next week, so who knows.

Cartwheels. Who am I fooling? I sound like the guy who asks the doctor if he can play the piano after his broken hand heals. When the doctor says yes, he replies “good, because I couldn’t play it before.”

I’d be fortunate to do a sit-up or maybe drag myself into the downward dog position, whatever that is.

Of course, I’d have to get some yoga pants. Now there’s something that’ll burn your corneas.

Perhaps just a roll-up mat and a pair of sweat pants would be sufficient.

Seriously though, it’s time for a lifestyle check. I’ve already given up french fries and pop, so you know I’m not kidding around.

Nothing has ever kept me from my McDonald’s fries, but I’ve sworn off them completely.

I’ve eaten more vegetables in the past month than Twiggy. I’ve taken more pills than Michael Jackson. My moonwalking skills have improved immensely.

In the days that follow, I’ll be looking for an exercise routine, one that will still allow me to hold a remote and cradle the occasional bag of chips.

By this time next week, I’m hoping to be back to normal.

Whatever that is.

Nearly impossible shoes to fill

I wait all year until I can open the windows. Finally this past weekend I was able to. It took cyclone #18, a.k.a. Philippe, to bring in some refreshingly cooler temperatures.

The owners offered us Sunday off and after a bit of thought, we, mostly I, took them up on it. Reasonably speaking, since they are going to be here most of the time through until April, we will need the change of pace and rest.

Saturday evening we let down our hair and had some wine and watched a couple extra episodes of West Wing. Other than the owners and Arthur, we are the only ones on the cay so nothing much happening ‘downtown’. Not that there ever is!

Sunday, glorious Sunday, arrived and we woke up thinking that we had an extra hour. Mrs. A. had forewarned us the day before that the clocks turned back Saturday night. As quickly as the hour was given, it was taken back again when we realized the clocks change in the U.K. not here!

We enjoyed lying in bed a little longer and finally got up when our growling stomachs reminded us that we had forgotten to bring down food from the main house for the day. After feeding the flamingos, we headed up to collect yogurt, eggs, tomatoes and avocadoes for an eggstraordinary breakfast!

Mark dropped me off at home to start preparing and he went on to feed the tortoises. Just as I was taking my first and best sip of coffee, he arrived back saying the rain had caved in the turtles’ abode. The Sulcato tortoises are burying animals and spent much of the hot summer days underground. Mark ran to get a couple of shovels and I took a quick sip of java and met him over there.

Luckily, Mark quickly realized that although the original hole where they had burrowed had caved in, there was a new tunnel off to the side. He put the shovel down in one of the areas and the smaller of the two tortoises came out. By the time I arrived, Mark was looking relieved and the animals were enjoying their breakfast of romaine lettuce, chick weed and hibiscus flowers. It looked almost as good as ours.

The rest of the day was spent putting new plants up at the pool and finally removing the hurricane shutters from our home. I put on a little pressure to remove them earlier than normal because my friends arrive on Friday and

the last thing I want is for them to sit inside our dark little house.

Weather permitting, we won’t be sitting anywhere too long. I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am to finally have these four friends visit!

SHANNON MATHESON

Weather permitting, we will do a couple of day trips, but the best part will be sharing our new life and some good food, wine and time with them!

I am especially happy that my friends will be able to meet Arthur Albury and hope we have time to sit down and listen to some of his stories. Last week, Arthur gave his notice to the owners of the cay that he will be retiring in the New Year. Mark and I knew that this announcement was imminent but really hoped he would be here at least until we leave the cay. Realistically that doesn’t make sense though, and someone needs to ease into his position, which will be nearly impossible to fill.

The island will not be the same without Arthur. He has been here for over 50 years. Mark is hoping he can keep him on speed dial because there is a labyrinth of electrical conduits and plumbing lines running here, there and everywhere all over the island and Arthur holds the clue.

We are planning our typical Christmas celebration. An Anglican priest will be flown in for the service. Our friends and neighbours from the surrounding islands will be invited for the service. After we will celebrate Arthur.

Sunday wound down perfectly, especially for Mark. I barbecued a couple of nice burgers, something we don’t have often while the owners are here. They say they have never had a burger and are unwilling to try one, although beef isn’t something they avoid. Maybe one night we can slip in a couple of slider appetizers and see how that goes. The fall breezes continued to blow throughout the evening so our windows remained open all night long and we awoke to a sunny day Monday morning. It looks like once again we have been left unscathed from another tropical storm.

We will have to wait to see who the breeze blows into our life on the island next!

Children’s Aid expands program to Leamington

By Bryan Jessop

Thanks to the support of two local businesses, an academic program spearheaded by the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society has expanded from the city and into the southeast corner of the county.

The Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation celebrated the launch of the Homework/Mentorship program in Leamington at a main-floor room at Central Hub 33 on Princess Street with a recognition ceremony for Highline Mushrooms and the Leamington Libro Credit Union Thursday, Oct. 26. Through its own Prosperity Fund, the Libro Credit Union has offered $9,150 towards offsetting start-up costs for the Homework/Mentorship Program that includes equipment, supplies and other resources. Highline Mushrooms has stepped forward with a $50,000 commitment to the tune of $5,000 per year for five years in support of operational and capital costs to the program and another $5,000 per year for the same five years to help fund the WECAS Back To School Program. The latter provides backpacks and school supplies to children receiving WECAS services.

The newest addition to the Homework/Mentorship Program stems from the larger, three times per week Windsor-based program that has been operating since 2006 and currently includes 30 tutors with 30 children and group leaders.

The Leamington extension of the initiative launches Wednesday, Nov. 1 with weekly, 90 minute sessions for 11 students and 11 mentors who will work oneon-one together until this school year’s program ends in May of 2018.

The Homework/Mentorship Program has been arranged to increase and promote the self-esteem and academic performances of participating seven- to 13-year-olds, most of who are operating at a level below their current grade. These goals are achieved in part through materials including ‘relatable books’ that offer content of interest to the age of the student using them at the lower reading level at which he or she is currently performing. Other resources include laptop computers, iPads and educational games that can be taken home to students’ families.

The Leamington component of the program includes six youths from Leamington and five from Kingsville

with session times running from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Activities offered include bingo, paper airplane making, snack times and assistance with homework and curriculum that families commonly describe as challenges for their children — namely math and English.

At Central Hub 33, another main-floor room is being transformed from a volunteers’ lounge to a multi-purpose room that in part will serve as a place for mentors to continue tutoring youths in the event they become distracted by activity in the main room.

Mentors work with the same child each week and range from high school students Grades 9 to 12,

college and university students and older adults. In Leamington, eight of the 11 mentors are high school students. Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation coordinator of volunteer services Carol Lockhart explained that if a sufficient number of volunteer mentors step forward, the Leamington program could be expanded to a second day of the week to accommodate more children in need of assistance. Anyone interested in tutoring can contact Lockhart at 519-252-1171 ext. 1262. Potential mentors will be scheduled for information sessions where they can access application forms. Previous experience as an educational aide or worker

is not required.

“One of the things that they are doing is telling me that they’re starting to put their hands up more in class,” Lockhart noted. “They’re participating more in the class, which means they’re feeling better about themselves in the class.”

Similar programs have assisted older students in achieving educational objectives including a 20-yearold client writing a Coast Guard entrance exam and a 19-year-old with pre-requisites for a health program at St. Clair College.

“It’s with these kind of programs where we are

able to find the rewards,” explained Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society interim executive director Terry Johnson. “We are thrilled that through the generosity of Highline Mushrooms and Libro Community Credit Union, we are able to offer a program for Essex County children that is equivalent to our Windsor operation.”

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At Libro Credit Union, we choose to embrace your changing life. We applaud and then help people who run businesses, mix household incomes and find new ways to prosper. That is our purpose. And that is what makes banking at Libro refreshingly different.

Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation interim executive director Terry Johnson (right) presents Highline Mushrooms director of human resources Susan McBride Friesen with an appreciation plaque while WECAF manager of public relations and fund development Mike Clark looks on during a gathering a Community Hub 33 Thursday, Oct. 26. Highline Mushrooms committed $50,000 in support of the Foundation’s Back To School program. (SUN Photo)

Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation manager of public relations and fund development Mike Clark (far left) and interim executive director Terry Johnson (far right) present Libro Credit Union mutual fund representative and Kingsville branch manager Paul Thompson and Leamington Libro Credit Union owner-representative Bryan Walker with a plaque during a gathering a Community Hub 33 Thursday, Oct. 26. Libro Credit Union was honoured for a $9,150 start-up donation to the Foundation’s Leamington Homework/ Mentorship program. (SUN Photo)

in the

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, don’t get caught up in too much gossip, as it can only negatively impact your relationships. Take the higher ground whenever possible and you will stay above the fray.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

It is impossible to change the past unless you have a time machine, Taurus. Instead of dwelling on what should’ve been, make new things happen for the better.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, take a fresh approach to a problem that has been puzzling you. A new perspective might be just the thing you need to crack this nut and move forward.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, just when you thought things would quiet down for the time being, change is coming. This may catch you by surprise — but change can sometimes be good.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you don’t have to be the center of attention at all times. Take some time to relax and allow others to be the focal point. Welcome this much-needed respite with open arms.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, offer your help when a loved one seems to need it. Make some time for this person in your busy schedule. It will be worth the effort.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Too much time on your hands is not always a good thing, Libra. Look for some hobbies to keep you busy and productive way so you don’t feel as if you’re wasting time.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, make a list of priorities and then check these items off one by one. A tangible list will help you to stay more organized and reduce stress.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, a family reunion might be just what the doctor ordered. Gather your relatives and enjoy the time spent together, resolving to gather more often in the future.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

It may take a few practice tries before you get things right, Capricorn. This lesson is applicable to various things, so don’t shy away from some trial and error.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Look inward when you want to sort out why others are reacting to you in a certain fashion, Aquarius. You could unknowingly be putting out vibes that are making others uncomfortable.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, financial matters make take center stage in the months ahead. Get your ducks in a row and make an effort to save more.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

OCTOBER 29

Tove Lo, Singer (30) OCTOBER 30

Ivanka Trump, Executive (36) OCTOBER 31

Willow Smith, Singer (17) NOVEMBER 1

Jenny McCarthy, Host (45) NOVEMBER 2

Nelly, Rapper (43) NOVEMBER 3

Kendall Jenner, Model (22) NOVEMBER 4

Matthew McConaughey, Actor (48)

East Mersea Gives to Coats for Kids

Coats for Kids distribution this weekend

South Essex Community Council (SECC) Coats for Kids distribution starts this weekend at SECC’s Leamington office, 215 Talbot Street East.

Winter coats and accessories will be available for those needing warm winter gear on the following dates: Saturday, November 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Monday, November 6 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday, November 7 from 3 p.m.-8 p.m.

Right - Cardinal Carter Middle School Grade

Safety Poster Contest Winners

By Pat Bailey

It was an evening to recognize the creative efforts of several youngsters who offered a lesson in fire safety for this year’s 55th Annual Leamington Fire Services Safety Poster Contest. Winners in Grades 1-6 were presented trophies, prizes and gifts for their efforts. This year’s grand prizewinner was Lily Steinhoff, a Grade 6 student at Gore Hill. The winners of this year’s fire safety poster contest are, front row, left to right: Mikey Raffoul, 3rd place, Gr. 4 St. Louis; Jacey Foster, 2nd place, Gr. 6 Gore Hill; Shannon Douglas, 3rd place, Gr. 5 Mount Carmel-Blytheswood; Lily Steinhoff, 1st place and grand prizewinner, Gr. 6 Gore Hill; Lily DeLorenzi, 1st place, Gr. 5 St. Louis; Tristan Pillon, 3rd place, Gr. 6 St. Louis; Matthew Neufeld, 1st place, Gr. 4 St. Louis; Lindsey Curchin, 1st place, Gr. 3 M.D. Bennie; Leamington Fire Services Deputy Chief Mike Ciacelli. Back row, left to right: Sparky the Fire Dog, Jackson Weil, 2nd place, Gr. 3 St. Louis; Olivia Hill, 3rd place, Gr. 1 East Mersea; Olivia McInnis, 1st place, Gr. 2 Gore Hill; Alyssa Butler, 3rd place, Gr. 3 St. Louis; Brett Segedin, 2nd place, Gr. 1 Gore Hill; James Wiebe, 1st place, Gr. 1 Gore Hill; Blake Neufeld, 3rd place, Gr. 2 Gore Hill; David Wehby, 2nd place, Gr. 2 Mount Carmel-Blytheswood; Brandon Foldesi, event volunteer and representative of sponsor Lakeside Produce.

FREE COMMUNITY SOUP DINNER

WITH BUN

at the Leamington Community Church

We will be serving 2 different soups and a bun prepared by Leamington’s own Soup Guru Councillor Bill Dunn. This will be taking place the 2nd Thursday of every month starting on Nov 9 at 4:30 pm.

Why? Because we believe that no person should go without a hot meal, especially this time of year.

Greening Gang plants red maple

Gore Hill Public School’s Extreme EcoTeam continues with their greening initiative to provide shade for students. Through the support of Parent Council, a red maple was purchased to represent the Council’s theme, Building on Gore Hill’s Future. The tree celebrates the start of a new school year, the introduction of a new French Immersion program, and the recent growth in the school population.

Left - Miss Williams’ Grade 1 students and members of the Gore Hill Greening Gang showcase a red maple purchased for the

(Submitted photos)

Friday, Nov. 3 • 10am-7pm Saturday, Nov. 4 • 10am-4pm Sunday, Nov. 5 • 10am-4pm

Friday, Nov. 3 • 10am-7pm Saturday, Nov. 4 • 10am-4pm Sunday, Nov. 5 • 10am-4pm

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Top left - Members of the Gore Hill Greening Gang, left to right, Jonatan IslasPenner, Dylan Paine, Alexis Beaul and Logan Williams plant the red maple donated by Parent Council in keeping with their theme, Building on Gore Hill’s Future.

school’s greenspace.

THE BIG REVEAL featuring Tina Morgan: Older and Bolder - A Broadway Review, was a very successful evening for The Bank Theatre. The night featured appetizers and beverage tastings, the musical stylings of Tina Morgan and Joe Passa of Passa Associates Architects shared a slideshow of renderings of The Bank Theatre future!

Renovations will begin late fall 2017 into late spring 2018. Upcoming events will be held at offsite locations, please watch our website for details.

Official announcement also came from the Municipality of Leamington to match dollar for dollar donations from the private and corporate sector up to $400,000.00 within a 6 month time frame! #GameOn #SomethingsHappening #OnThe42. For information about how you can invest in your community theatre, please visit www.banktheatre.com

On behalf of The Bank Theatre our deepest thanks to all involved with The Big Reveal: Government of Canada, Canada 150, Municipality of Leamington, Counter Effects, Seacliff Energy, Ginger Snaps!, Speedprint, Leamington Arts Centre, Beam Suntory, The Grove Brew House, Pelee Island Winery, Canadian Club, The Wooden Spoon Bakery, Old Dutch Guys Chocolate, Heidi's Catering, Simona's Flowers, Portuguese Club, Oak Farms, Michelle Fortier Publicity, Leamington Superstore, Gilligans, Henry Furtado Catering, Bradt's Butcher Shop, Domino's, KOMA Restaurant, Quantum Sound Productions, Ray's Ribhouse, Tina Morgan, Jen McManus, Barbara Martens, Helen Huebert, Penny Gil, Vicki Dick, John Moran, Mariette Preyde, Dennis Dick, Lenore Raisbeck, Tim Tiessen, Nick Preyde, MPP Rick Nicholls, MP Dave Van Kesteren, Municipality of Leamington Mayor John Paterson and CAO Peter Neufeld, Municipality of Leamington Council Members and Administration, The Bank Theatre Volunteers, Members, Committees, and Board of Directors.

LFS hosts Fire Safety Trade Show

By Pat Bailey

An overview of some of the displays at the 3rd annual Southwestern Ontario Fire Safety Trade Show.

Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

It was a family affair for the Markham family of Kingsville at last week’s Fire Safety Trade show at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Krysta, Callum and Joe were on hand to showcase their On Scene app for emergency response for firefighters.

Jamie Hillier of H&R Machines was on hand to showcase some of the safety equipment built for firefighters, by firefighters, at the Fire Safety Trade Show.

CiB presents 2017 Best Blooming Awards

By Catherine Riediger

The Communities in Bloom (CiB) Committee met on Tuesday, October 17 to review the nominations and select the successful winners for the “Best Blooming Awards” in the following categories.

Best Blooming Street – Rural: There were no nominations for 2017.

Best Blooming Street – Urban: Nominations were Robson Rd., Oakwoods Dr., Alderton St., Longbeach Dr. The winner is Robson Rd.

Fabulous Residential Curb Appeal – Rural: Nominations were Clair Chase at 866 Point Pelee Dr. and Mario and Elenna DiMenna at 359 Seacliff Dr. W. The winner is Clair Chase, 866 Point Pelee Dr.

Fabulous Residential Curb Appeal – Urban: Nominations were Jo-Anne Smith at 43 Alderton St., Tom and Anna Gignac at 2 Queens Hill Cres., and Dennis Tatomir and Nelly Hufanda at 41 White St. The winner is Jo-Anne Smith, 43 Alderton St.

Fabulous Business Curb Appeal: Nominations were Mitch’s Barber Shop at 283 Erie St. S., Bradt’s Butcher Block and Italian Grocer at 34 Mill St. W., The Jean Academy at 46 Erie St. S., Southland Insurance Brokers Inc. at 96 Talbot St. W., and Erie Shores Golf and Country Club at 305 Robson Rd. The winners are Keith and Donna Simpson of Mitch’s Barber Shop, 283 Erie St. S.

The CiB Committee would like to congratulate all the winners and nominees on their gardening and designing skills. Thanks also to all those who submitted nominations. It was

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a pleasure and challenge to review the nominated properties.

The gardens and maintenance of properties by Leamington citizens, businesses and the municipality truly demonstrates the CiB philosophy “People, Plants, Pride Growing Together” as well as making possible the first National 5 Bloom Award with Special Mention for Community Support.

If you are interested in ad-

ditional information regarding the Leamington Communities in Bloom program or would like to become a member of the Communities in Bloom Committee, please contact Charlie Wright at cib@mdirect.net

Casting call for The Little Mermaid Jr.

Little Tomato Children’s Theatre is holding auditions for its May 2018 production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. on Saturday, November 18 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S. in Leamington. No appointment is necessary. Children ages 6-18 are invited to prepare 1-2 minutes of an age appropriate Broadway show song to be sung a cappella or a dance. Please bring a photo/headshot. For more information visit Little Tomato Children’s Theatre on Facebook or call Sharon 519-326-5649.

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The Leamington Communities in Bloom Committee (CiB) recently presented the 2017 Best Blooming Awards. Nominees included individuals as well as local businesses. In back are CiB Committee members, from left: Eileen Wonnick, Joan McDonald, Marion Leibsch

Charlie Wright. In front, from left, are: CiB members Bill Sherk, Catherine Riediger, and winners Jo-Anne Smith, Keith Simpson, Donna Simpson and Clair Chase.

Poppy Campaign underway

Wheatley Br. 324 Legion News

By Jan Watson

With 6 wins, two teams tied for first place at Fun Darts on October 20 at Wheatley Legion – Arnold Seili, Debbie Seili and Tracey Bruner – April Simpson, Julie Reid and Richard Howe. Bonnie Evoy, Gerry Hucko and Jim McClellan won 5 games. Velma Hope, Mike Simpson and Terry Jackson won 2 games. And tied, with a win each, were Kim Bruner, Steve Acott and Larry Evoy – Mabel McKee, Rosemary Duquette and Doug Seili. The lady doublers were April, Julie and Bonnie.

Join the Fun Darts players Fridays. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.

Turk Dibbley ran the Meat Draws on October 21. Earl Dunmore won three times and two-time winners were Julie Reid and Doug Adamson. The other winners were Jim Wright, Jane Pursel, Rose Quick and Maria Hillier. Karen Robertson won the 50/50 draw.

Meat Draws are held every Saturday from 3:305:00 p.m.

Poppies are now in area businesses and volunteers will be out this Friday and Saturday. Leamington and Wheatley residents always give very generously to the poppy campaign which helps veterans and their dependents in need. Members, please sign up for an hour or two in either community. Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board at the Wheatley Branch.

Tickets for the Armistice Eve Banquet on November 10 are now available and Wheatley member veterans can pick up their free ticket at the Branch. The guest speaker for the evening will be Lt. Comm. Joseph Banke, the Regional Liaison Officer for Domestic Operations (Alberta South) for Joint Task Force West. His topic will be “Small Fleet, Big Jobs – The Evolving Mission of the Royal Canadian Navy”.

The Zone Euchre tournament will be held in Essex on November 25 and the sign-up deadline is November 10. Sign-up sheets are on the sports bulletin board.

The Early Bird Membership Campaign is on now until November 30. Pay your 2018 dues by then for a chance to win them back!

OBITUARY

Manfred Bunke

Manfred Bunke, 74 years, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Erie Shores HealthCare.

Dear father of Ursula Tiessen (Tim), Michael Bunke (Cathy). Loving grandfather of Taylor, Nicholas, Laura, Danielle and Brianna. Dear brother of Ingrid Larking (Larry) and Gisele PimiskernMiller (Jim).

With respect for Manfred’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre for the Bank Theatre Building Fund.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Geoffrey Gerrish

Surrounded by his family, Geoffrey Gerrish passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus at 52 years of age.

Leamington’s Quality Inn wins ORHMA award

On Monday October 23rd, the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association’s (ORHMA) Windsor Chapter, in partnership with the CCFCC Culinary Guild of Windsor, held its first “Hospitality Awards of Excellence Gala” to celebrate Windsor’s hospitality industry and to recognize the local industry’s shining stars.

Beloved husband of Brenda (Kish). Loving father of Samantha and Adam. Dear son of Tony and Mary Gerrish, and son-in-law of the late George (1997) and Caroline Kish. Dear brother of Barb Bondy (late Dennis), Cathy Doney (Tim), Nan Heyens (Dave), John Gerrish (Cheryl), Greg Gerrish (Anne), and brother-in-law of Cindy Kish and the late Kevin Kish (2011). Geoff will be missed by many nieces and nephews and has now joined his Katiebug.

Geoff was the proud managing partner of Campers Cove, a family run campground in Wheatley.

Geoff’s family wishes to thank all the doctors and nurses at Windsor Regional Cancer Centre. He was very appreciative of all the care and special attention from the nursing staff.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Geoff’s life was held at the funeral home on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Cathy Collins-Barker officiating.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation WE Care Cookie.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

This sold-out black tie event was held at the Essex Golf & Country Club, where Chef John Kukucka and his team prepared a fantastic five-course feast. According to Tony Elenis, President & CEO of ORHMA, “ ORHMA is very proud to recognize and congratulate these establishments for their role in the local hospitality community and their commitment to service and quality.”

The people of Windsor/Essex have voted and the winners are:

Restaurant of the Year 2017: Penalty Box

New Restaurant of the Year 2017: Carrots N Dates

Accommodations Facility of the Year (Windsor) 2017: Caesars Windsor

Accommodations Facility of the Year (Essex/Kent) 2017: Quality Inn Leamington

Supplier of the Year 2017: Colonial Coffee

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Tony Elenis, (right) President & CEO of the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) and Frank Moceri (left), Chair of the ORHMA Windsor Regional Board of Directors present Darmish Petel, General Manager of Quality Inn Leamington with his award.

Local family finds lost WWI letter

By Bryan Jessop

A misplaced piece of local history has been discovered just over a century after it was written. While taking on a home renovation project, Margaret and John Friesen found a letter written by World War I soldier Roy Furey addressed to his brother Guy, dated Sunday, July 15, 1917 — 100 years and two weeks before it eventually fell from a dining room ceiling as John was removing it to transform the room into a kitchen. The letter was addressed from Bramshott Camp in England and is written in cursive on both the front and back of two pages. The letter as uncovered by the local family also included its original envelope, stamped “Orderly Room 4th Canadian Reserve Battalion” in red ink.

found it.”

— Margaret Friesen

Margaret tried to decipher the contents of the message, although the faded lettering, worn, yellowed paper and penmanship style not familiar to most in present times proved challenging. Seeking assistance in figuring out the message’s contents, the Friesens recently loaned the letter to the Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324, where member and historian Bill Siddall made copies of both pages and was able to transcribe most of their contents using a magnifying glass. With eroded surfaces that include a number of holes, some words could not be interpreted.

The letter — with blanks representing words that could not be read — was hand written by Roy to Guy as follows:

Bramshott Camp.

Sunday July 15/17

Dear Brother,

Rec’d your Reg. letter day before yes’t and it was in that P.O for days before I got it as I was down at the ranges on a course and the letter was up here. I got one from Aunt Annie too.

Got the pictures all jake and am awful glad you sent them. I have been wanting some of the folks for quite a while. I had some snaps taken of myself and chums but have not got them finished yet but will send them when I get them.

The weather here has been very hot & dry for a few days but it is cool and windy again today and it is so dusty one can hardly see outside.

We had a good easy time while on the course but have a couple of hard days work before us now before we go down to Aldershot Wed. morning to take part in a competition. There is four more of us trained than there is in a competition team so quite likely I will be one of the 4 who are picked out to stay home.

Tues. I think they pick out the team but I should worry anyway as the course will do some a lot of good anyway.

Harry was in a barb-wire entanglement competition last Wed. and the 4th team broke the record for fast wiring so they all got a 2 day pass so Harry went down to Portsmouth. He left yes’t noon. I would have been on the wiring too only I was on a course.

I get my mail fairly regular now. Sometimes it is for 3 weeks apart from one mail till the next and then again we get it every week for 2 or 3 weeks.

I suppose you are at Wallis’ (?) yet are you. How do you like it there?

I suppose you had a good time at the picnic. Did you have the use of a horse and buggy there?

Did Arleigh _____ get home on a pass alright. They sure are having lots of marriages around there now ain’t they? I won’t know who to call Miss or who Mrs. when I get back.

as he is timid about knocking someone down as ever. It has just started to rain and is fairly pouring down too. The boys in the other end of the hut are playing poker & one guy cutting anothers hair in the middle and the rest writing letters or saying ‘Send her down David’, an expression they use here for let it rain.

I got a letter from Edna & one from Iva the other day. Edna is going to teach again the same place next yr. isn’t she? So Amy has landed a fellow has she. What kind of a looking bink(?) is he?

I heard _____ _____ had another offspring but thought they were married or something. Well I suppose it serves me right. She ought to know better than do such stunts by this time. Say, what did she do with the 1st kid. I suppose it is at the old mans yet.

Glen and I are thinking of going over to one of the towns near here this aft & go to church in the evening. We go to church as often as we can & that’s not very often.

Most of the fellows have been trans. (transferred?) to ______ by now, yet we have not as yet but expect almost any day.

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How is little Grant? I suppose he is as fat as can be yet. How did the boys make out with Kent Centre and who plays on Trinity this year. I suppose pretty much the same team as last year? How does _________ do this ________

The grub is a little better now than it has been. The bread is a little fresher & a half a slice more of it. We get a slice & a half each meal now. We did only get ½ slice at noon & a slice each for Breakfast & Supper

NOTICE

Renovations at The Bank Theatre will begin late Fall 2017 into late Spring 2018. Upcoming events will be located at an offsite location. Please check Bank Theatre Notes or our website, www.banktheatre.com, for details. Thank you.

Dale’s Friday Coffee House November 24 and December 22. Details to follow.

FLEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, November 1, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, November 4 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at South Point Community Church, 475 Bevel Line, Leamington. Still room for vendors. Proceeds of table rentals go the The Bridge - Leamington Youth Resource Centre. Info: dpearce71@ hotmail.com

CENTERING PRAYER INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP, Saturday, November 4 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Registration at 9:00 a.m. St. Michael’s Church (Administrative Bldg.), 29 Elliott St., Leamington. Are you feeling a desire to deepen your prayer, to be more aware of God’s Presence, to live more and more in union with God? Do you wish to learn more about the Christian contemplative path? Cost: Freewill donation if desired. Bring bag lunch. Register: 519-324-0118 or email Marlene: kolkel@sympatico.ca

COATS FOR KIDS DISTRIBUTION DAYS will take place at the Leamington SECC office at 215 Talbot St. E. on Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, November 7 from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. If you or someone you know is in need of a winter coat or accessories, stop by the SECC office on one of these dates.

SECC IS PRESENTING A CAREGIVER WORKSHOP on Thursday, November 9 at 12:00 noon. Do you take care of an aging adult? This free information session discusses topics including mental health, Alzheimer’s disease and caregiver role/strain. Light refreshment. RSVP to Katja Wuerch at 519-326-8629 or kwuerch@secc. on.ca

ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY ORCHID SHOW & SALE

- November 11 & 12 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens from 10 a.m.4 p.m. both days. FREE admission. Artistic orchid arrangements and many unusual orchids. Seminars Saturday & Sunday. Photographers’ hour on Sunday, November 12 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Info: www. essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com

LITTLE TOMATO CHILDREN’S THEATRE AUDITIONS for The Little Mermaid Jr. on Satuday, November 18 from 9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m., Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington. Children age 6-18. Audition: 1-2 minutes of age appropriate Broadway show sung a cappella or a dance. Bring photo/headshot. No appointment required. Info: Little Tomato Children’s Theatre on Facebook or

Sharon 519-326-5649.

BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC MEETING - Saturday, November 18, 1:00 p.m., Church of the Epiphany, Kingsville.

SHOOTERS PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB PHOTO EXHIBITION, now through Saturday, November 25 at the Leamington Arts Centre, 72 Talbot St. W. Stop by and see the fabulous framed photos that members have taken. Free admission. For club information and meetings visit Facebook.com. Further info: Mike at mtowne@ sympatico.ca

SUN PARLOR HOME AUXILIARY CRAFT & BAKE SALE with raffle and café, Friday, November 24 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Sun Parlor Home, 175 Talbot St. E., Leamington.

MATHEMATICS TUTORING FOR GR. 6-8 will be held Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in a classroom situation. The class will be led by retired teacher David Kolotylo who specialized in mathematics. No charge. 10 students maximum per class. Registration required. Individual tutoring available upon request. Students must bring their math notebooks, pens, pencils. For more information call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Deacon Deborah.

T.O.P.S. - TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY - a support group that meets every Tuesday evening at Faith Everlasting Church, 587 Hwy. 77, Leamington. Weigh In 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 p.m.7:30 p.m. First meeting is free.

CAREER CLOTHING IS AVAILABLE at St. John Anglican Church Angel Cupboard for anyone who requires professional clothing to attend job interviews or for starting a new position. Call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Charlotte to set up an appointment.

IS ANGER INTERFERING WITH YOUR WORK AND HOME LIFE? Are you struggling with your anger? The CommUnity Partnership is offering a coping with anger group. This 8-week program is designed to give a better understanding of anger and provide positive coping strategies. Groups will run Wednesdays at Erie Shores HealthCare and are free of charge. More info: Community Partnership 226-348-4548 or email info@cupartner.ca

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

SOUTHWEST OUTDOORS CLUB MEETS the second Tuesday of every month (except August) in the upstairs hall of the Wheatley Legion starting at 7:00 p.m.

Well I guess I have told you about all there is. So long for now. Write soon. Love to the folks.

Roy

Roy Furey enlisted for military service February 12, 1917 in Wheatley at the age of 18. He entrained in Chatham on March 22 and three days later, embarked on a ship known as the Lapland in Halifax. He arrived

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The original envelope was found along with a two-page letter written by WWI soldier Roy Furey to his brother Guy on July 15, 1917 — just over 100 years before it was discovered by John and Margaret Friesen during renovations to their 2310 Mersea Road 8 home.

Local family finds lost WWI letter

(Continued from page 12) in Liverpool April 7 despite the vessel striking a mine eight hours out of port.

Furey trained at Bramshott — from where the letter was written — from April 9 to August 1. In May, he won the Cross Guns at Longmoore Range competition with the highest score in his battalion and was recommended by a colonel for duties as a sniper. Furey volunteered for the Signalling Section on August 1 of 1917 and in October of that year, volunteered for immediate overseas service.

On January 4 of 1918, Furey was transferred to France as a signaler, where he was attached to the First Canadian Infantry Batallion. During his service there, he spent an estimated nine days in a field ambulance as a result of suffering from poisoning in his right hand. The injury was the result of poison gas used in action.

Furey was assigned service number 880865 and was discharged on March 23, 1919 upon demobilization, a process common following a victorious conclusion of war.

Roy was born in Mersea Township and was a farmer measured at 5’ 8” in height upon enlistment. Records reveal his mother’s name as Elise Furey.

Roy’s letter fell to the Friesen’s dining room-turned kitchen floor after John removed the second-level floor and insulation placed between it and the main storey’s ceiling. The couple suspects that the letter fell between floorboards in the attic’s main storage area — located directly above the dining room — several decades before they purchased the home earlier this year. John is familiar with former owners as far back as 20 years ago, but did not know of any occupants from the Furey family.

Being unfamiliar with the house’s earlier history, the discovery caught the Friesen family completely by surprise. The couple’s daughter Leah inquired about the possibility of finding a time capsule before renovations started, to which her parents replied by saying that finding any artifacts was unlikely.

“I was so excited,” explained Margaret. “We actually weren’t sure if we were going to remove the ceiling because it was going to be a huge job. We’re really happy now that we decided to go ahead and tear it out. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have found it.”

The Furey letter wasn’t the only antique finding the Friesens uncovered during renovations. While replacing a kitchen window, John discovered three old photographs lodged into the wall, each brandishing the name of accomplished American photographer B.W. Kilburn.

The first, with a copyright date of 1892, depicts a young girl with a sheep and a large bull. The second is of a residential back yard in

South Africa with a copyright date of 1900 and the third is an indoor photo with children revealing a ladder and a sharpening wheel in the background.

Siddall’s research at Branch 324 revealed three photos of Roy Furey. One is a portrait, another taken at Bramshott in April of 1917 with friends and fellow servicemen Nelson Hyatt and Harry Walker — both also of Wheatley — and one of

Furey in 1967 being presented with an award by Fred Harris of the Legion. Also, according to records at Wheatley Legion, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Furey had

three children – Kathleen (Kay), Douglas and Kyle –who all served in the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve during World War II. All three are now deceased. If anyone has information about descendants of Roy Furey, please call Bill Siddall at 519-825-3931.

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Nadine’s efforts to lobby for a forgotten WW1 hero resulted in a weekendlong celebration, historic plaques being placed in his honour, and a new marker being placed on Captain Brown’s previously unmarked grave.

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In 1967, Roy Furey was presented with an award by the Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion’s Fred Harris.

A photograph of WWI soldiers (left to right) Nelson Hyatt, Roy Furey and Harry Walker — all from Wheatley — was found at the Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion after a letter from Furey to his brother Guy was discovered in the home of John and Margaret Friesen on Mersea Road 8. The letter was dated July 15, 1917 — just over 100 years after it fell from the dining room ceiling of the Friesen home during renovations.

Roy Furey of Wheatley was 18 years old when he enlisted to the Canadian Armed Forces in 1917 for active service during WWI.

A letter written on both sides of two pages by Wheatley WWI soldier Roy Furey on Sunday, July 15 of 1917.

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Students and parents: Ontario’s 21 Universities to visit area for information program

Representatives from Ontario’s 21 universities will be in Essex at Essex District High school on Wednesday, November 8 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the University Information Program (UIP). This free event offers high school students from the area and their parents the opportunity to speak in person with multiple university representatives. Any high school students in the area are welcome to attend, regardless of which school board their school belongs to.

The UIP offers students who are considering an Ontario university the opportunity to learn more about admission requirements, scholarships, residence, the application process, campus life and much more. The event is designed to assist graduating high school students in making an informed decision before they apply to university in January 2018. The event also aims to help younger students with high school course selections in order to guide them toward future university programs.

Students and their parents will have the opportunity to learn more about Ontario’s 21 universities in either a fair or presentation-style format, where they can visit each Ontario university representative individually.

Students who are interested in attending are encouraged to confirm the UIP schedule in their area with their guidance office.

The UIP is hosted exclusively by Ontario universities. Each university participates in joint visits to high schools

UMEI students participate in Service Project Day

On Friday, October 27 the entire student body at UMEI Christian High School had the day off from school for Service Project Day to do volunteer service in the community. UMEI students are called to be “doers of the word,” and this is just one of the ways they are empowered to make a difference.

Students served in Leamington and around Essex County at many locations including Southwestern Ontario Gleaners, Thrift on Mill, Leamington Mennonite Home, SECC, The Bridge Youth Resource Centre, Municipality of Leamington, Chartwell Kingsville and Matthew House.

The students’ volunteer service included preparing apples that will be chopped and dried and sent to those in need around the world, cleaning around headstones at Lakeview Cemetery and cleaning at The Bridge, a youth resource centre.

UMEI students agree that Service Project Day is one of their favourite days of the year.

“It’s a fun day. We get to know that we’re helping people in the community and around the world!” said Gr. 9 student Diana Kroeker.

“It’s great to try new things! We get experience, and also get to learn where we can volunteer around the community!” said Gr. 10 student Madi Kehl.

across the province each fall. Each UIP event is organized by the University Information Program Working Group with oversite from the Standing Committee on Student Recruitment, and the Ontario University Registrars’ Association.

Four UMEI students volunteered at The Bridge Leamington Youth Resource Centre. They helped to clean inside the building and learned about all the incredible services that The Bridge will provide. From left to right are Andrew Neufeld, Brandon Snippe, Maria Peters (The Bridge employee), Emma Muldoon, Sembi Obonde.

UMEI students cutting apples at the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners. These apples will be finely chopped and dried to be sent to those in need around the world. The students were at various local locations on Service Project Day volunteering to do a variety of tasks in the community.

UMEI students partnered with the Municipality of Leamington and cleaned around the headstones at Lakeview Cemetery on Erie St. S. Pictured is student Michael Harms.

Christmas Parade fundraiser this Friday

The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce is hosting a fundraiser this Friday, November 3 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Funds raised will help keep down the costs associated with Leamington’s annual Christmas Parade – Light Up the Night!

The evening features dinner from 5:00-7:00 p.m., unlimited rides, mini golf, bumper cars and a huge silent auction with something for everyone. Visitors are asked to please bring a toy for the Toys for Tots program.

Tickets are $20 and are available at the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce office, 318 Erie St. S. For more information go to info@leamingtonchamber or call 519-326-2721.

The Leamington Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, November 25 starting at 6 p.m. The parade route starts at Georgia/ Erie St. S. and heads north along Erie Street to the Leamington Fairgrounds. Santa Claus will stop at Leamington Library to light the Christmas trees and there will be fireworks as he passes by.

Lions fall in exhibition game versus Blenheim

By Bryan Jessop

Leamington District Secondary School’s senior football season ended in a Battle of the Big Cats, but it didn’t involve Cardinal Carter this year. The Lions’ 2017 campaign officially wrapped up a week earlier with a loss to WECSSAA 2A Tier II division-leading Tecumseh Vista Academy, but included a post-season exhibition tilt against the Blenheim District High School Bobcats this year. The LKSSAA

school came out on top in a 20-7 final at LDSS Thursday, Oct. 26. With only Wallaceburg and Chatham-based John McGregor to face as regular season opponents, the Bobcats approached LDSS for a non-official game to garner more experience heading into their 1A-2A playoffs.With Petroliabased Lambton Central dropping out just before the season started, the Bobcats finished what was essentially a double round robin regular season with a even 2-2 record while the Lions finished at 1-4 in WECSSAA’s 2A Tier II group. Blenheim did all the damage necessary in the second quarter, although both teams threatened to score in the opening 12 minutes. The Lions committed a turnover late in the first quarter after their guests pounced on a fumble, with all other combined possession losses coming on thirddown punts or unsuccessful third down attempts.

“We definitely saw some improvement through the season, though. Hopefully, we can build on that momentum for next season.”

The Bobcats opened the scoring 70 seconds into the second quarter on a drive that ended with a one-yard push into the end zone with a successful PAT. The visitors gained several yards and a handful of first downs on reverse plays that caught Leamington’s defence off guard. On one pivotal play, the Bobcats obtained a first down on a third and 15 play, setting up the opportunity for an four-yard dash into the end zone with an extra point kicked that sailed wide of the uprights. Blenheim struck for the last time with just under a minute to go in the half, this time on an eight-yard run and PAT kick that found its mark.

— Jason Primeau

A late attempt by the Lions to put a mark on the scoreboard prior to the halftime break was thwarted with an interception a few yards towards the guest team’s half of centre field. (Continued on page 19)

David Letkeman and Dylan Chamberlain join forces to complete a tackle against a Blenheim running back.

The Lions’ Billy Friesen sidesteps a would-be Blenheim tackler during the second half of an exhibition senior football game at Leamington District Secondary School Thursday, Oct. 26. The visiting Bobcats won 20-7.

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No, it’s not always about offering the general public a point of view on a topic or issue that it might not have previously considered. No, it’s not about pandering to popular opinion in a thinly guised effort to sell more papers. Reporting on different events and incidents with complete objectivity and without a shred of bias is a pivotal part of our job description… and it’s not always easy.

There are times we’d love nothing more than to inject our two cents into a story. It’s sometimes difficult to keep opinion out of something we happen to feel very strongly about one way or another and the common editorial/column is the best way to do so. Like everyone else, we’ve got our own sentiments on political leaders at all levels of government and it’s sometimes VERY difficult to keep the commentary to ourselves.

Sports reporters are no different — not by a long shot. When I was a kid growing up on Pier Road, a friend living next door and I used to find glass jars and see how many bees we could catch with them during the dog days of summer. For every bee caught, it became increasingly difficult to catch the next one without letting any of the previously captured prisoners escape (it’s nothing short of a miracle that we never got stung). It took patience, a lightning-quick ‘jar hand’ and really, really good timing.

Covering certain sporting events — whether its high school football, junior hockey or what have you — can sometimes be like catching bee after bee after bee in a glass jar. Each undetected cheap shot, every missed or questionable penalty call becomes a very unhappy honey bee waiting for the chance to escape and become a flippant comment in the Sun or Journal sports section about immoral opposing players or incompetent game officials.

The jar, of course, represents the rational and unbiased mindset that I’m expected to utilize as a reporter — the Dr. Jekyll, if you will. Mr. Hyde, of course, is the local sports fan who wants to twist the lid off that proverbial jar, drop kick it and watch the collection of liberated bees swarm upon my workplace computer’s keyboard and use unflattering adjectives to describe certain referees and players.

Fortunately, the Jekyll-reporter always seems to triumph over the Hyde-sports fan because he’s able to remember that officials don’t always have the same viewpoint of a game and that emotions sometimes get the best of ALL players — not just the opponents of Leamington/Wheatley teams. Oh yeah, and nobody’s perfect.

Most recently, the Wheatley Sharks lost a heartbreaker to the Stobbs Division’s first-place Lakeshore Canadiens. Lakeshore was credited with the tiebreaking goal with one second remaining in regulation. Shark players and coaches insisted that the first of two shots at their net hit a post and that the second — which WAS clearly fired over the goal line by Steven Sartor — was buried after the buzzer went off.

It was explained to me that it was explained to Sharks’ coaches that the FIRST shot had completely crossed the goal line before Sartor got a hold of the puck. I started to wonder how the puck could have bounced back to a Lakeshore forward if it had crossed the line instead of just hitting the post. It was also brought to my attention that the referee did not

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signal a goal after the first shot (which genuinely WOULD have beat the buzzer IF it had crossed the line), to which he explained he couldn’t physically make the gesture until after the second shot was made.

To be honest, it all happened VERY quickly and I was closer to the Lakeshore end of the rink than Wheatley’s when it all transpired. With all bias aside, I believe the goal should have been waved off. Admittedly, I didn’t have the best seat in the house. This was one of those cases that could be debated either way for years to come, like the 1999 Stanley Cup finals overtime “goal” that Brett Hull scored in Game 6 against Buffalo. Experts could analyze the details in painstaking detail (if there was a video recording) and NEVER come to a consensus — kinda like “the second shooter behind the grassy knoll,” only “the second shot that wasn’t a goal.”

As I typed away at the story later that night, I started to wonder how I’d have interpreted the whole incident if I were a Lakeshore News reporter living in Belle River. Would I have wondered what all the fuss was about or would I have thought to myself “wow, we got away with one there!” Still attempting to push bias aside, I’m thinking the latter

The biggest sports controversy that I’ve encountered as a Sun/Journal reporter — one that very nearly set the jar full of bees free — came about in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals between the Leamington Flyers and London Nationals in the 2015-16 playoffs. The Flyers led by a goal in the dying seconds of regulation and seemed poised for a 3-2 series lead. Defenseman Jacob McGhee (if memory serves me correctly) was hauled down behind the Leamington net and upon taking control of the puck, the Nationals tied the game to force overtime. London won in extra minutes and went on to finish the series at home two days later.

In my mind, a two-minute minor was unquestionable — the only tough judgment call to make would have been deciding on calling it tripping, hooking or perhaps holding. Nope, the play went on as if the Flyers’ blueliner was sent to the ice by a ghost. Again, I’ll admit that I didn’t have the most desirable view of the incident.

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Speaking of the Flyers, I keep telling myself that some day I’m going to go through the Pointstreak “archives” (for a lack of better terms) and figure out how often they’re penalized while tied or trailing versus times when they’re leading by two goals or more. It’s the kind of idea that my wife would undoubtedly roll her eyes about while muttering something about finding a better use of my time, but I swear that there are officials who believe it’s THEIR duty to make the game as close as possible on the scoreboard. Bias? Maybe.

To be honest, Hyde the local sports fan has been stronger than usual this season. Why? Probably because of the absolute garbage product the Montreal Canadiens have iced this season. I used to get defensive when someone said “the Habs suck.” In October of 1995, while the Quebec referendum was fast approaching, I was listening to a radio station where one DJ pondered what the team would be called if the province separated from Canada. Her co-host replied with “the same thing we call them now — a really bad hockey team!” Sure, the Habs lost the first five games of the season by a combined score of 22-4, but I was still

not amused. Now, I won’t even waste my breath on defending their on-ice performance… the franchise’s worst start in 76 years. That being the case, my presence at Sharks and Flyers games as a fan could soon overpower my presence as a reporter… release the bees!

BRYAN JESSOP

Jessop’s Journal

On October

the Southpoint Capitals Atom Grey, sponsored by McDonalds, took the 5-2 win over the visiting Essex Ravens Orange. Southpoint goals were scored by Dylan Marchand, Chase Simpson (2) and Carson Koehler (2). Pictured, Chase Simpson faces off for Southpoint. (Submitted photo)

Lions fall in exhibition game versus Blenheim

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The Bobcats attempted two short field goals in the second half, including one in the third quarter that fell short and another in the fourth that was blocked. Leamington broke the eggshell on its side of the scoreboard on a 28-yard pass from quarterback David Letkeman to receiver Bryce Gabriele, followed by a short two-yard run into the end zone. The PAT kick by Matt Durocher was successful.

“We just kill ourselves with a lot of mistakes, but that’s what can happen when you’ve got a young team like this,” said LDSS head coach Jason Primeau. “We definitely saw some improvement through the season, though. Hopefully, we can build on that momentum for next season.”

Primeau credited the positive strides his team made this year to the support of assistant coaches Eric Chamberlain, his son and former Lion Matt Chamberlain and other former players Andrew and Kenny Levesque and Justin Knight.

This season, three of the five WECSSAA 2A Tier II teams — Tecumseh Vista Academy, Riverside and General Amherst — played six regular season games while LDSS and Lajeunesse played only five each, a scheduling arrangement made through a preseason draw. Had either of the five-game teams been within reach of first place at the end of the regular season, an appeal for a sixth game could have been submitted. With Tecumseh Vista Academy enjoying a comfortable lead in the standings, it will be the lone Tier II team to engage in the 2A WECSSAA playoffs.

The 2018 Lions football season could be played at the site of the new LDSS on NatureFresh Field. Primeau explained that a unique type of grass that takes as little as 10 months to be ready for football is being used instead of the standard variety that takes between two and three years. The coach also hopes to see the formation of an LDSS junior football team for next season.

RFH Atom Majors take hard-fought win

On Sunday, Oct. 29 the Belle River Canadiens travelled to Leamington Highbury Canco rink to face the Southpoint Reid Funeral Home Atom Majors.

This was the only game of the weekend for Southpoint and it was nothing short of entertaining. The Caps got 2 points at home as they defeated the Belle River Canadiens 4-2.

Belle River opened up the scoring in this game and the Caps battled the entire time to ensure they secured the 2 points they required at this time of the season. The defense core of Kaleb Jardim, Caiden Fuller, Liam Brown, Nicholas Mastromatteo, Liam Ouellette and Logan Lefaive contributed greatly to the victory as they ensured all avenues were covered to prevent the Canadians from penetrating the zone.

The offensive core of the team was busy trying to extend the lead and keep it that way. Scoring came from Holdyn Bailey, Matteo Pereira, Colton Selwood and Owen Deneau. Tyler Franklin and Zack Liebrock were there for some beautiful feeds to help ensure the pucks were buried in the back of the net.

While their offensive teammates were busy keeping the Caps ahead on the board, Landon Bradley, Dayne Di Milo and Nicholas Brophy battled hard on the boards and in areas that required some grit to keep the Canadians at bay until the final moments of the game.

Great effort by the entire Southpoint team on a hard fought win.

The Capitals have a busy weekend ahead with three games at the Highbury Canco rink against county rivals the Essex Ravens, Amherstburg Stars and Erie North Shore Storm. All times are posted on the Southpoint Capitals website.

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Oct. 23: 1st Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson, 2nd Dorothy McGregor and Marie Ellwood, 3rd Jim Perkes and Roger Cote, 4th Sandy and Joyce Gammie. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Oct. 25: North/South - 1st

Chris Brennan and Bill Chapman, 2nd Sandy and Joyce Gammie, 3rd Nancy Murphy and Shirley Plant. East/West - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 3rd Joyce Stewart and Buddy Ellwood. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

Novice Blue vs. Novice Red

Flamingo bowling scores

The following are the Flamingo Restaurant bowling leagues scores for October 16.

Games Over 200: Aaron Dickau 205-212, Mauro Paglione 228, Jason Dalimonte 213, Dan Dalimonte 204-202, Al Bison 204-203, Heinz Kosempel 245-201-224, Albert Salvati 213, Jamie Arquette 201, Willy Fittler 206, Ernie Purr 209.

Series Over 550: Aaron Dickau 596, Dan Dalimonte 590, Al Bison 596, Jack Valade 556, Heinz Kosempel 670, Willy Fittler 551.

High Handicap Games: Heinz Kosempel 292, Ernie Purr 285, Mauro Paglione 282.

High Handicap Series: Heinz Kosempel 811, Albert Salvati 778, Al Bison 764.

Standings: Dickau Construction 29, Fittler Farms 24, Del Fresco 21, Rhine Danube 20, Weil’s Food 19, S.W. Property 13.

Heinz Kosempel not only had 2nd high scratch series of 670 for the year but also 2nd high handicap series of 811.

Southpoint Novice Red took the win 4-2 against Southpoint Novice Blue on Saturday, October 21 at home. Novice Blue goals were scored by Brent Pimentel and Blake Epplett. Scoring for Novice Red were Ryan Kruger (2), Charbel Nicola, Steve Belanger and Ethan Derikx. Pictured, Blue’s Connor Rumble and Red’s Taylor Lefave take the faceoff. (Submitted photo)

Church Directory

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

60 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-326-3111

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 am

Calvary Church

North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 am

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-5491

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley 519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

Wheatley Baptist Church

47 Talbot St. E., Wheatley 519-825-7433

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church 589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am

220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644

Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am Deer Run Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington www.deerrun.church 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services 9:00 am (German), 10:30 am and 11:45 am (English Services)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church

108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am

Summer Worship Services 10 am

Meadow Brook Church 219 Talbot Street East Leamington 519-326-3605

2 Sunday Worship Services 9 am and 11 am

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

South Point Community Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington

Pastor Dave Bretzlaff 519-819-1590

Sunday Service 10:30 am

Spanish Service Sunday 6 pm

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443

PENTECOSTAL

LakePoint Family Church

285 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-322-2316

Service Sunday 9:15 am & 11:15 am

Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am English/Spanish 6:30 pm

Templo Christiano De Leamington

39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 pm

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

United Pentecostal Church

312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

www.pccweb.ca/knoxleamnington/ Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Church

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass 5:00 pm

Sunday Masses 8 am and 10 am 10:30 am Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament - Wheatley

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 am (Lebanese, English)

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Olinda-Ruthven United Church

1907 Queen Blvd., Ruthven ON 519-326-3138

Sunday Services at 9:30 am

Wheatley United Church

59 Talbot St. W., Wheatley ON 519-825-4157

Sunday Services at 10:30 am

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda

2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352

Sunday Service 10:30 am

THIS CHURCH DIRECTORY IS A FREE SERVICE PROVIDED BY THE LEAMINGTON SOUTHPOINT SUN & THE WHEATLEY JOURNAL

Ladies golf league holds closing banquet

The Erie Shores Wednesday Night Ladies Golf League held their closing banquet in early October at the Flamingo Restaurant. There were 60 of the 72 members of the league present at the dinner.

The evening was a chance to celebrate the end of their 20 week golfing season and to learn which ladies were the winners of the league awards. Once again, Carol Cornies was the winner of the Low Gross Award, an award that she has won for many consecutive years. The winner of the Low Net Award was Heather MacPherson and the league’s award for Most Improved Player went to Christie Reid. The winner of the award for Low Average Putts was Jean Penner, who was absent from the banquet.

Congratulations to all of the 2017 winners and to all of the ladies who managed to improve their game of golf throughout the year.

League members look forward to another year of Wednesday night golf in 2018 on the wonderful Erie Shores Golf Course. Information on registration for 2018 will be sent out in early spring or you can contact the pro shop at Erie Shores for more information.

Southpoint Stars weekend results

The Bailey Machine Inc. Peewee Stars played host to the Lakeshore Lightning in League action. After a scoreless first period the Lighting seemed to come alive as they scored three unanswered goals in the second and third periods.

The Switzer-Carty Bantam Stars tangled with the South County Amherstburg Predators in EKGIHL League action. The Lady Stars were firing on all cylinders in this contest as they sniped three unanswered goals en route to a huge 3-0 shutout win. Brittany Wiebe, Tara Tiessen and Ava Hildebrandt scored big goals to lead their team to victory. Scoring the ever crucial assists were Meagan Derksen (2), Tarez Raheb, Erin Hopper, Melyse Renwick, and Kaitlynn Pickard. Evan “Lights Out” Gualtieri shut the door on South County in net as she recorded the big 3-0 shutout win!!

In Intermediate action, White faced off against Red. Red scored a goal in each of the three periods to secure a 3-0 win. Kelsey Babkirk and Amber Tazzmen paced the offence scoring a goal and an assist each, while Kayla Collison netted a single tally in this fast paced exciting contest. Scoring the other assists were Abby Gualtieri and Adrian Gualtieri. The SP White Stars created several great shots and scoring opportunities on the Red Star ladies; however, Alyee “Show Stopper” Church absolutely closed the gate between the pipes for her team, making several key saves throughout this entertaining match up.

The Erie Shores Wednesday Night Ladies League recently held their closing banquet and awards night. From left to right are Carol Cornies (Low Gross), Heather MacPherson (Low Net) and Christie Reid (Most Improved). Absent from photo is Jean Penner (Low Average Putts). (Submitted photo)

Sharks split versus Admirals, Flyers

Success on the road quickly gave way to frustration at home for the Wheatley Omstead Sharks, who stole a game in Amherstburg only to have one stolen from them the next night by the Petrolia Flyers.

Twenty-two hours proved insufficient time to charge the batteries after spending a great deal of energy to defeat the Admirals, as the Sharks’ offense struggled at times to solve the Flyers’ defense.

Monday’s game sheet remained empty after 20 minutes, as neither team scored or committed a penalty as of the first buzzer. The Sharks generated more scoring chances, although Jacob Knowles made a number of key saves from close range in the Petrolia net. Wheatley outshot their guests 13-7 going into the second period, with Jared Ratko stationed between the pipes for the first time for the Sharks.

Momentum shifted into Petrolia’s favour for much of the second, thanks in part to a fiveminute boarding major called on the Sharks. The penalty was called seconds after Kole Keating opened the scoring for the Flyers during a rush where he fired a wrist shot from the right of the hosts’ net, beating Ratko for the 1-0 lead. The Sharks got the goal back about nine-anda-half minutes later when Carter Mastronardi took a swing off a rebound generated by a Steven MacDonald shot, allowing the puck to arch inches over Knowles right pad. Curtis Rodrigues drew the second assist on the tying marker.

The Flyers outshot Wheatley 12-7 through the second stanza.

The Sharks continued to struggle on the power play in the third frame, eventually going zero for four on the game. Petrolia took another lead seconds after killing off a two-minute minor as Curtis Helps finished a rush on the home team’s goal with a wrist shot into the net’s right side. Parker Boyle tied the game for Wheatley with just over seven minutes remaining, blasting a quick shot into the upper right side of the Flyers’ goal.

The deadlock was short lived, as Helps potted his second of the period in the early stages of a power play, beating Ratko to the right side at ice level. The Sharks called a timeout with less than two minutes remaining, pulling their netminder for the sixth skater with 1:39 on the clock. Keating proceeded to put the game away with 60 seconds left, carrying the puck over the Wheatley blueline and blasting a shot past the last defenseman and into the open goal. Petrolia outshot the Sharks 31-30 and were one for three on the man advantage.

“That team always plays us tough in this barn,” said Sharks head coach Dave Wiper. “These back to back games are tough. Our success comes with the forecheck and the forecheck wasn’t there tonight. I’ll give Petrolia credit — they trapped us and we couldn’t get any flow going.”

Prior to the game, Wheatley captains Delaney MacDonald, Ryan Zsebok and Cole Butler presented a donation of $1,500 to Erie Shores Health Care’s technical coordinator of diagnostic services Cheryl Carmichael. The funds were raised through the previous week’s first ever Paint The Rink Pink, an initiative in support of the Ontario Breast Screening Clinic at Erie Shores Health Care in Leamington.

One day earlier in Amherstburg, the Sharks held on for a 4-3 regulation victory over the Admirals. The hosts scored first on a Dylan Muzzatti tally, but Carter Mastronardi replied for Wheatley exactly two-and-a-half minutes later.

After a scoreless second period, Jake Pickersgill put the Sharks on top with an unassisted effort. Antonio Ciampa made it 3-1 Sharks seven minutes later, although Ryan Alexander brought the Admirals to within a goal after another three minutes of play. Ryan Zsebok buried the game winner on a Sharks power play with four min-

Peewee AE back on the ice

The Southpoint Capitals Peewee AE were back in action this past weekend. The team fell short on the last of its seventh game road trip but enjoyed a win on its first game back home resulting in an overall league record of 5-6-1.

On Friday, October 27 the teamed travelled back to Kingsville to take on the Erie North Shore Storm. In a fast-paced first period, aggressive back-checking resulted in a number of scoring chances but both busy net minders looked sharp. With less than a minute and half to go in the first, the Storm opened the scoring on an odd-man rush.

In a penalty-riddled second period, Erie North Shore scored on a power play but that was quickly followed up by a Southpoint goal scored by Ben Omar, assisted by Kyle MacMillan and Noah George. The Storm made it 3-1 with a late goal in the second.

Penalties continued to plague both teams in the third, resulting in more scoring opportunities. Southpoint goalie Noah Coatsworth made a most memorable save early in the third keeping the game competitive, but the Storm would eventually cap the scoring on another power play midway through the third.

The Capitals were back in Leamington on Saturday, October 28 taking on the Kent Cobras, and as the saying goes, ‘It’s good to be back home’. Though Kent opened the scoring with a short-handed goal, the Capitals came right back, tying the contest on a goal by Carson Murracas who batted the puck out the air, assisted by Hunter Kristensen and Carter Murracas.

Kent scored 25 seconds into the second period to take their second lead, but that would be all the scoring for the Cobras due to excellent defensive play and great saves by Southpoint goalie Hunter Enns.

Late in the second, Owen Matthews tied the game with a goal, assisted by Lucas Penner and Cole Vaillancourt. In the dying seconds of the period, the puck just trickled by the Kent net, but Southpoint would have to wait for the third period for the go-ahead goal.

It seemed to be all Southpoint in the third period. The Capitals dominated the neutral zone and the scoring chances multiplied. Omar scored early in the third, assisted by MacMillan and Carson Stomp, giving Southpoint the win.

The team looks pretty sharp in their new sweaters and track suits and would like to thank all their sponsors for their continued support!

utes left in regulation.

The Amherstburg bench pulled goalie Ben Larder for an extra attacker and was rewarded during a power play with a Caleb Paquette goal as the clock ticked down to 18 seconds. Wheatley, with former Admiral Daniel Tonietto in goal, held on for the win after being outshot 35-27. The Sharks were one for three on the man advantage while Amherstburg was one for six.

“We played a great game in Amherstburg,” said Wiper. “It was like tonight (Monday versus Petrolia), only with a lot more speed. We had a five-minute major to kill in both games, and that really taxes your best players.”

The busy schedule will continue for Wheatley on Wednesday, when they visit the Lakers in Wallaceburg. From there, the Sharks will visit the Kings in Dresden on Friday before returning home Monday, Nov. 6 for a 7 p.m. start against the second-place Mooretown Flags.

The Sharks’ Delaney MacDonald and Flyers’ Cole Harris crash into the boards behind the Petrolia net while battling for a loose puck during the second period of a Monday, Oct. 30 Stobbs Division match at Wheatley Area Arena. The Flyers won 4-2.

his division. Drake Wigle had a very strong finish in his race at Districts as well, placing 15th. Aurora Willson also had a strong finish in her race. Congratulations to all East Mersea runners! Team members include Grant Symons, Drake Wigle, Isaac Bueckert, Nathan Ford, Ryan Krueger, Matthew Penner, Dale Helmer, Oliver Friessen, Malachi Neufeld, Jesse Knelsen, Carlos Knelsen, Dylan Friesen, Aiden Fehr, Aaden Church, Brady Walker, Aurora Willson, Emily Carnegie, Rosemary Hamm, Susanna Fehr, Ellexis Thiessen, Vanessa Knelsen, Nellie Knelsen, Cameron Arquette, Dylan Konrad, Aaron Hill, Nick McRae, Liam Taves, Jacob Heinrichs, Oakley Wigle, Owen Dyck, Kate Krueger, Lynda Neufeld, Clara Fast, Elizabeth Neufeld, Isobel Williams, Lily Hamm, Hanley Williams, Cassie McRae, Maggie Knelsen, Anjolina Enns, Sherra Willson, Jason Wall, Ethan Hill, Dane Price, Erik Hodgson, Luke Scratch, Malachi Fast, Brayden Konrad, Adam Krueger, Lucas Neufeld, Connor Hamm, Johnny Wall, BethAnne Bartel, Nancy Knelsen, Cambree Bergen. Teacher coaches were Mrs. Symons, Mr. Driedger and Mrs. Battersby (Submitted photo)

East Mersea

Soccer

The East Mersea Public School soccer team had a great season. They won their first game in the county tournament over Mount Carmel-Blytheswood but came up just short against a tough Malden team. Great job, Mustangs! Team members were Johnny Loewen in goal, and players Jason Wall, Dane Price, Ethan Hill, Ethan Pearce, Erik Hodgson, Ella Williams, Nancy Knelsen, Connor Janzen, Adam Krueger, Brayden Konrad, Luke Scratch, Grant Mills and Dylan Konrad. Teacher coaches were Mr. Forman and Mr. Mann. (Submitted photo)

Lasers of the Month

Each month the Leamington Lasers swim team coaches will award the Lasers of the Month for groups Orange, Blue and Green.

Criteria that goes into selecting the recipients include practice attendance, overall improvement, attitude and leadership.

Here are some fun facts about this month’s winners.

Team Orange: Cayus Whitehead

Awarded by: Coach Mallorey Derksen.

Favourite stroke/event: Front crawl.

Favourite sport (other than swimming): Baseball.

Favourite song: Thunder, Imagine Dragons.

Last movie he saw: Hocus Pocus.

Favourite food: Freezies.

Favourite class in school: Art.

Team Blue: Naomi Georges

Awarded by: Coach Jennifer Dobson.

Favourite stroke/event: Freestyle.

Favourite sport (other than swimming): Baseball.

Favourite song: All of Me, John Legend.

Last movie she saw: E.T.

Favourite food: Tofu.

Favourite class in school: Math.

Team Green: Carter Matthews

Awarded by: Coach Ben Balkwill.

Favourite stroke/event: 200m breaststroke.

Favourite sport (other than swimming): Hockey.

Favourite song: Don’t Stop Believin’, Journey.

Last movie he saw: Star Wars - Return of the Jedi.

Favourite food: Salmon.

Favourite class in school: Design.

Novice AE battles it out with Jr. Spits

The Southpoint L.J. Fleming Ltd. Novice AE Capitals team hosted the Windsor Jr. Spitfires Sunday afternoon, Oct. 29 at the Highbury Canco Rink. After being handily defeated in an earlier matchup with the young Spits, the Novice squad hoped to bring their A game on this day. Right from the opening faceoff there were numerous chances from both sides. End-to-end action seemed to be the order for the day as both teams showed their skills. It wasn’t until late in the second period, after the Capitals were unable to clear the puck away from their net, that on the third rebound Windsor was able to somehow slip one by a

UMEI senior boys volleyball vs. Assumption

The Lightning’s Christian Wuerch spikes the ball over the net and into Assumption territory during a WECSSAA senior boys Tier II volleyball match at UMEI Thursday, Oct. 26. The Purple Raiders swept the sets in scores of 28-26, 25-15 and 25-23. The junior Lightning fared better, winning 25-14, losing 25-23 and winning the tiebreaker 25-23,

A local equestrian team from Wheatley attended the Western Dressage Association of America’s World Championship Show in Guthrie Oklahoma Sept. 29 to Oct. 1. There they captured the World Championship Title for Level 2 Test 4 in the Open Division. Pictured, the team consisted of Walter Mantler riding his quarter-horse gelding Liberachi SS, coached by Walter’s wife Gisela Mantler. The couple operates a riding facility, Symphony Stables, located between Wheatley and Leamington. (Submitted photo)

sprawling Nolan Meadows.

The third period was no different than the first two. Exciting action and many chances from both sides but neither goalie would budge. As time ticked down and with their goalie pulled for an extra attacker, Southpoint had a glorious chance from right in the slot but were denied one last time by an amazing save from the Spitfires’ tender.

The final was a hard fought 1-0 loss for the young Southpoint Caps but really a win in so many other ways. They played hard and battled right to the end, and for that they should hold their heads high.

September Lasers of the Month, left to right, are Cayus Whitehead, Carter Matthews, Naomi Georges.

Golden Years golf report

On October 26 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, 37 determined golfers delivered a strong showing of 76 aces, just over an average of 2 aces per golfer.

Highlighting the day was Dorothy Cascadden delivering 3 aces over just 9 holes. Summarizing the 76 aces delivered is as follows: 6 - Murray Cascadden, Bill Mayville, Andy Orsini; 5 - Bob Martin; 4 - John Murphy; 3 - Dorothy Cascadden, Vicky Harris, Lloyd Honey, Laurie Hylton, Faith Reidy, Gail Turk, Linda Norman; 2 - Jim Allan, Mary Binder, Pete Daudlin, Cathy Dewhurst, Barbara Fick, Ron Fick, Eva Kah, Al Rutter, Barry Sweet, Linda Walsh; 1 - Al Christie, Tom Dewhurst, Tom Hyatt, Gail Johnston, Julia Kos, Mavis Rutter, Art Sweet, Tony Norman.

Leading the way over 9 holes with 16 was Laurie Hylton, followed closely by Lloyd Honey, Murray Cascadden and Bob Martin with 17. Notching 18 were Bob McWilliam, Pete Daudlin, Mary Binder, Bill Mayville (2), Andy Orsini, Al Rutter, Eva Kah, Julia Kos and Bob Martin.

Carding a 35 over 18 holes was Bob Martin, followed closely by Laurie Hylton and Bill Mayville with 36. Pete Daudlin, Murray Cascadden and Al Rutter each scored 37, while Mary Binder and Andy Orsini recorded 38. Leading the way over 36 holes was Bill Mayville and Bob Martin with 76, Andy Orsini with 77, and Laurie Hylton and Julia Kos with 78.

A strong showing by the Phantom carried Team Queens to a first place finish with 238 (Julia Kos, Marie Lasi, Phantom). Again the Phantom helped to deliver second place with 239 to Team Kings (Mavis Rutter, Bob Martin, Phantom). Third and final spot with 245 was secured by Team 9 (Andy Orsini, Al Christie, Murray Cascadden).

Next golf date is November 2 at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s.

1930 Bickle fire truck the pride of Leamington

On October 16, I met with Deputy Fire Chief Mike Bradt at the Leamington Fire Hall on Clark Street West to see the 1930 Bickle Fire Truck restored by the Leamington Fire Department as a Cen-

tennial Project in 1967.

It still looks brand new with its fire engine red finish and gold leaf trim expertly applied by Retco Advertising: “Signs since 1884” on Oak Street West.

On the wall beside the Bickle fire truck are papers that document the history of this vehicle from November 20, 1930, when the Town of Leamington purchased it new in Woodstock for $5,650.

In preparing this story, Mike put me in touch with

fire truck historian Walt McCall in Windsor, who supplied the following details:

“In 1928, Bickle Fire Engines Ltd. of Woodstock, introduced its first customchassis fire apparatus, a fire truck designed and built entirely by Bickle.

“These uniquely Canadian fire engines were powered by Waukesha 6 cylinder motors. Built on a 156-inch wheelbase, Leamington’s Volunteer model is a Triple Combination Pumper, which means that it was equipped with a 350 gallon-per-minute pump, a 33-gallon water tank and a hose box designed to hold 1,000 feet of fire hose (Leamington’s Bickle now has a 500 gallon-per-minute pump).

Dan & aye Burdick November 4, 1967

After 50 years still living the dream. Love You Always, Dan

remain, To walk with us throughout out lives, Until we meet again.

Veronica Watterworth & Family

“Over an 11-year production run, Bickle built more than 80 of these classic Canadian fire engines, the last one delivered to Montreal in 1939.

“After 24 years of faithful service, in 1954 Leamington’s now out-dated Bickle (it didn’t even have a windshield) was replaced by a brand new Bickle-Seagrave pumper on an International ‘R’ Series chassis with a three-man closed cab.”

In commenting on the quality of the restoration performed 50 years ago, Walt McCall says “It’s still one of the nicest surviving examples around.”

Since 1967, Leamington’s Bickle fire truck has participated in many parades and shows throughout Ontario and has also been on display in Frankenmuth, Michigan. It has won so many awards, the fire hall is running out of space to display them all.

The citizens of Leamington can take great pride in knowing that this important part of local history is cherished and will be preserved for future generations to enjoy.

I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca

Leamington Fire Services Deputy Chief Mike Bradt with the 1930 Bickle fire truck.

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RIVERSID SHORELINE

NOTICES NOTICES

MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON

IMPORTANT FINANCE MEETING

LEAF/YARD WASTE COLLECTION INFORMATION FOR 2017

Residents: Do not sweep leaves from your property onto the street. This is unlawful and dangerous

Acceptable Yard Waste Containers: Garbage Cans/Pails, Paper Yard Waste Bags, Cardboard Boxes. Plastic Bags will not be accepted

Public Works will be picking up leaves from the boulevards during the month of November as follows:

November 1, 2, 3, 15, 16, 17

All Streets North Of Talbot (Including Talbot)

November 6, 7, 8, 20, 21, 22

All Streets between Talbot And Oak (Including Oak)

November 9, 10, 14, 23, 24, 27

All Streets south Of Oak Including Wilhelm Subdivision, Sandy Lakes Subdivision and Erie View and Robson Road

Residents Are Advised That The Municipality Of Leamington Has A Bylaw Which Prohibits Open Air Burning

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF PAUL MICHAEL GAGNON

All claims against the Estate of Paul Michael Gagnon late of the Municipality of Leamington, in th Province of Ontario must be filed with the undersigned Personal Representative on or before November 15, 2017 after which date the estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the Estate Trustee then shall have notice.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 23rd day of October, 2017.

Yvette Cecile Cousineau

Estate Trustee of the Estate of Paul Michael Gagnon by her solicitor, George B. Reynolds 22 McGaw Street, Leamington, Ontario N8H 4H2 (facsimile) 519-326-8007

Municipality Of Leamington Residents

In The Urban Sector: You may either bag your fallen leaves for pick-up on your regular yard waste collection date

(Note: Yard waste collection ends the last week in November) or You may rake fallen leaves onto the grass boulevard adjacent to the curb in front of your property for pick-up during the month of November

Plastic Bags will not be accepted

Along County Road 20 and Adjacent Subdivisions

Public Works will be collecting leaves on the following streets commencing November 20, 2017.

Longbeach Lombardy Lane Beth Crescent Paglione Avenue Lathrop Lane Kenneth Drive Oakwoods Drive Branton Drive James Court Mark Crescent Bayshore Drive Lyon Avenue Helen Crescent

Residents are encouraged to rake leaves to the edge of roadway to collect by means of vacuum machine. The vacuum machine will not take bagged leaves or branches and vine. These will be picked up on your regular yard waste collection day by Windsor Disposal Service. (4 Bag Limit)

Commencing November 20, 2017, residents along County Road 20, with deep front yards, are encouraged to rake leaves to edge of driveway or pile leaves to a central area not to exceed ½ the distance of the depth of the front yard. Residents are to call the Municipal Office – Public Works at 519-326-5761 to be placed on a list for collection of leaves.

Residents along County Road 20 with short front yards are encouraged to rake leaves within 3 to 4 feet from the road’s edge.

Paper bags/containers and tied branches and vines are to be set at the curb to be picked up on their regular yard waste collection day.

Note: The 4 paper bag/container limit is still in effect.

2017-2018

Lincs run over Flyers in OT

By Bryan Jessop

Prior to a Thursday, Oct. 26 match against the St. Marys Lincolns, Leamington’s Noah Hedrick was presented with the Western Conference Goaltender of the Month Award for September by Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League commissioner Mark Tuck. The Flyers lost their first game of the season on home ice in a 3-2 overtime decision.

The Leamington Flyers may be at the top of the heap in the Western Conference, but they still have to be mindful of teams battling for their playoff lives.

For the second time in two games, the Flyers were forced into overtime and had to settle for a single point against sub .500 opponents. Following a Saturday, Oct. 21 3-3 tie in Komoka, Leamington was handed a 3-2 overtime loss on home ice versus the St. Marys Lincolns for their third non-win in the past four games.

The opening period was a mostly uneventful one, with no goals or penalties until nearly 16 minutes had expired. Most of the action came in with the clock ticked down to 10.5 seconds, when fights broke out between the Flyers’ Nathan Skullley and the Lincolns Eric Gibb and then during the same stoppage, Leamington’s Parker Jacques and St. Marys’ Matthew Zilke.

The Flyers set the pace for most of the first frame, outshooting the guests 13-10 and generating nearly all the scoring chances. Leamington came close to getting the scoring started numerous times, but either narrowly missed the mark or were thwarted by a sturdy performance by Lincoln netminder Tristan Lewis.

took a pass while stationed in front of Hedrick’s net and quickly tapped it into the goal at ice level.

The Flyers outshot their guests 46-28 and were one for four on the power play while St. Marys went zero for two.

“Everybody was trying too hard to be the hero tonight, trying to score that big goal,” explained Leamington head coach Tony Piroski. “He (Tristan Lewis) played well tonight, but we helped him out a bit by not finishing our job around the net. They played us tough. In this league, anyone can beat anyone else on any given night.”

The Flyers will have a full week off between games to straddle the end of October and beginning of November, with their next match on home ice Thursday, Nov. 2 at 7:10 p.m. against the LaSalle Vipers.

“We have to get better in certain areas and we’ll work on doing that in the coming week.”

- Tony Piroski

Leamington’s offense continued to apply most of the pressure in the second stanza, although Lewis continued to shine in the St. Marys net. Finally, with 94 seconds remaining, Blake Johnson snapped a shot from the left of the Lincs’ net that Lewis partially intercepted. The puck however continued to hobble through the crease and over the goal line for a 1-0 Flyers lead. Jaydon Fetter and Blake Bain drew the assists.

The advantage stood for only 35 seconds before Brody Smith took hold of his own rebound and tapped the puck past Noah Hedrick, who prior to the game, was awarded the Western Conference Goaltender of the Month Award by GOJHL commissioner Mark Tuck. Leamington outshot its opposition 19-6 in the middle frame.

The Flyers let their foot off the gas somewhat at both ends of the ice in the third, allowing St. Marys to piece together some scoring opportunities of their own. Leamington was given a four minute power play with the score still deadlocked at one apiece, but surrendered a shorthanded goal after Nick Jung took control of the puck along the boards just outside his own team’s blueline. Racing along the boards, Jung proceeded into Leamington territory before cutting across the crease and burying an ice-level backhand shot past Hedrick.

“We have to get better in certain areas and we’ll work on doing that in the coming week,” said Piroski.

Johnson, a Carleton, Mich. native who scored his first goal as a Flyer Thursday, described an incomplete team effort as the root of Leamington’s first loss of the season at Highbury Canco Arena.

“We let up at the end of the game,” he said. “We came out strong, but then we started fading away. From here, we’ve just got to work hard the entire game — we have to start strong and end strong.”

After facing the Vipers at home on November 2, the Flyers will hit the road for the first time in 13 days against the Stars in St. Thomas Friday, Nov. 3. Afterwards, they’ll play a rare Sunday home game at 4:10 p.m. against the Sarnia Legionnaires on November 5.

REST OF THE WEST

On Wednesday, Oct. 25, the Komoka Kings held off the LaSalle Vipers for a 3-2 win while the London Nationals handed a 5-3 loss to the St. Thomas Stars. LaSalle bounced back to beat Sarnia 5-3 on Thursday before the Chatham Maroons prevailed 4-2 over the Lincolns and St. Thomas defeated the Strathroy Rockets 2-0 on Friday. On Sunday, Chatham came out on top 5-3 against St. Thomas while Strathroy and Komoka battled to a 5-5 draw.

The Flyers managed to break even on the fourminute five on four as Lewis put the glove on a Zach Guilbeault shot, but dropped the puck while it still had enough momentum to hit the ice and bounce over the line. Helpers were credited to Josh PopeFerguson and Griffin Robinson, the latter who extended his point streak to four games.

The Lincolns, engaged in a race with the Komoka Kings for the eighth and final playoff spot in the West, forced Leamington to settle for a single point for the second straight game. Three-and-a-half minutes into overtime, an uncovered Clayton Lewis

Griffin Robinson prepares to send a wrist shot at the Lincolns’ net as Clayton Lewis of St. Marys gives chase during the third period. (Sun photo)

The Flyers’ Parker Jacques lands a punch in a fight against the Lincolns’ Matthew Zilke late in the first period of a Thursday, Oct. 26 Western Conference game at Highbury Canco Arena. (Sun photo)

Dylan Weston looks to pass the puck out in front of the St. Marys net while the Lincolns’ Matt Caskanette approaches during the first period.